Ep. 396 In Episode 396, Ken and Dave discuss the ongoing shutdown, UPS's DC-11 crash, the big Blue wins, cutting down flights, one trillion dollars, cutting the fat, SCOTUS taking on tariffs, and Nancy hanging it up.

• The Government Shutdown: Entering week six, the longest ever. Discussing the impact on federal workers like TSA agents and soldiers (citing the closure of a chow hall at Fort Leavenworth). There is a proposal being offered to reopen the government and extend ACA premium tax credits for one year.
• Temporary Government Measures: Examination of how government "emergency" actions, such as the creation of the TSA or temporary bonuses, inevitably become permanent, noting that the Income Tax was also supposed to be temporary.
• New York City Mayor: Discussion of Mayor-elect Montani Montani, who won the election but immediately sought fundraising for his transition team. Concerns were raised about his lack of professional experience, his communist ideology, and the potential consequences of his policies, such as free buses leading to safety issues.
• Nancy Pelosi Retires: Longtime Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi is retiring after 40 years. Reflecting on her historical role as the first female Speaker of the House and the perceived corruption associated with long tenure in Washington D.C.
• Dick Cheney's Passing: Noting the death of former Vice President Dick Cheney, highlighting his historical significance in expanding the power and influence of the Vice Presidency.

• Food Prices & Thanksgiving: Highlighting outrageous food prices, particularly meat (rib eyes over $20/lb), but noting conflicting stats on the average cost of Thanksgiving dinner this year. Blaming ethanol subsidies for driving up feed costs and food prices.
• SCOTUS and Tariffs: The Supreme Court held a hearing on the legality of tariffs imposed by former President Trump, who cited the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Most judges viewed tariffs as taxes, suggesting the ruling will likely strike them down 9-0, which is predicted to boost the economy and consumer confidence.
• American Finances: Observation that many Americans lack cash reserves and are increasingly financing basic necessities, even with predatory 0% financing deals that inflate the final cost.

• Local Elections: Several municipal races were extremely close, including the Jefferson mayoral race, which was decided by one vote, emphasizing the importance of voting in off-cycle elections.
• PSC Losses: Georgia Republicans lost two seats on the Public Service Commission (PSC) to Democrats Alicia Johnson and Peter Huard, leading to concerns among Republicans about the state "going blue."
• SPLOST Failure: A local SPLOST (Special Purpose Local Option Sales Tax) failed in one county, which is described as highly unusual.
• Meth Bust: Local news item about a meth bust at a well-known produce stand.

• Gray Hair and Cancer: Reporting on studies involving mice suggesting that gray hair signals a successful cancer defense mechanism, where the body eliminates potentially dangerous DNA-damaged cells.
• Weight Loss Drugs: Discussion of Donald Trump's plan to reduce the cost of GLP-1 weight loss drugs via his Trump RX website, raising concerns about price controls potentially stifling future pharmaceutical research and development.

• FAA Air Traffic Cuts: Due to the continuing shutdown, the FAA is planning to gradually cut air traffic by up to 25%, likely leading to consolidated and fewer flights on major routes.
• UPS DC11 Crash: A UPS DC11 cargo plane went down in Louisville following a catastrophic failure where the left engine caught fire and fell off, leading to at least 13 fatalities. The discussion focused on the airframe's age not being the issue, but potential maintenance concerns.

• The First Trillionaire: Discussing Elon Musk's new compensation package at Tesla, which could potentially make him the world's first individual trillionaire if the company hits aggressive financial milestones (e.g., $8 trillion valuation).
• Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG): Discussing her appearance on "The View" where she performed well, drawing applause primarily when she criticized her own party and Republican figures like Donald Trump and Mike Johnson.

In Ep 395 Ken and Dave take on everything From Vegas hangovers and busted government budgets to Georgia's voter apathy and one Athens idiot who thought dressing like a Nazi was clever, they're calling out the week's dumbest decisions. Toss in hurricanes, bad football predictions, and politicians pretending to care about the SNAP crisis, and you've got another round of sharp takes, dark humor, and a healthy dose of disbelief.

• Vegas Road Trip & Travel: Reflecting on the high cost and crowds of Las Vegas and messy TSA lines at Atlanta Hartsfield Airport.
• Cruise Ship Gambling: Friends earning free future cruises by gambling heavily on board.
• Halloween Policy Debate: Discussing the controversial policy requiring registered sex offenders to check in with law enforcement or report to the police station on Halloween night, questioning the consistency of safety policies.
• Georgia Elections & Turnout: Analyzing the poor voter turnout in rural Georgia for the Public Service Commission (PSC) election and local city council/SPLOST races.
• World Series Baseball: Commentary on the Blue Jays, the crazy 18-inning game, and Shohei Ohtani's nine times reaching base.
• Government Shutdown & Filibuster: Debating Donald Trump's call for the nuclear option (50+1 Senate votes) to reopen the government and the value of returning to the true filibuster format.
• Georgia vs. Florida Football: Previewing the game, noting the spread, and discussing how teams often play harder after a coach firing.
• Hurricane Melissa Fallout: Examining the Cat 5 storm that laid waste to Jamaica, Cuba, and Haiti, noting the high death toll in Haiti due to poor infrastructure.
• Georgia SNAP Benefits Crisis: Analyzing the loss of food assistance for 1.5 million Georgians during the government shutdown and debating whether the state should use emergency reserves to cover the benefits.
• Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG) Appearances: Discussing her scheduled interviews on The View and Real Time with Bill Maher, and her recent criticism of Republicans lacking a healthcare plan.
• Georgia Senate Race Polls: Early polling shows Mike Collins with an advantage, but 40% of Republican voters remain undecided, suggesting the race will be decided by campaign spending.
• Prince Andrew Stripped of Titles: Discussing King Charles's decision to strip Prince Andrew of all royal titles and his eviction from Royal Lodge, which may set him up for further prosecution.
• Athens Nazi Costume Incident: Analyzing the highly publicized altercation in Athens involving a man in a full SS uniform who allegedly smashed a beer pitcher into a woman's face, leading to felony aggravated assault charges.
• Most Stressed States in the Nation: Examining data showing Alaska as the most stressed state (high suicide rate, lack of sun) and Massachusetts as the least stressed, with Georgia ranking 32nd.
• Lowering the Voting Age: Rejecting Kamala Harris's suggestion to lower the voting age to 16 due to climate change concerns, instead advocating for raising the age of majority to 21.
• New York City Mayoral Race: Analyzing the strange political dynamics in the NYC election, involving Zohran Mamdami and Andrew Cumo and fears that New York City is heading toward communism.

Ken is back from wine country this week. He and Dave discuss changes coming to Glock, the national debt higher than Snoop Dog at a Willie Nelson concert, where the Acworth dentist was found, East Wing shenanigans, crooked gambling, the halted shooting at ATL, escaping hurricane season unscathed, the Public Service Commission race, and the Caribbean is getting spicy.

Ep. 393 Matt Lowe fills in while Ken takes his wife to wine country this week. They discuss Don Lemon tells Liberals to arm themselves, Katie Porter's temper, locking up an illegal immigrant cop, "Let's Go Brandon" shirts, male gaze, an escapee in Columbus Day, George Santos gets out of prison, and Epstein's flight manifests.

• Epstein Flight Manifest: The names are out! Dave and Matt scroll through 118 pages, noting high-profile passengers including Prince Andrew, Bill Clinton, Alan Dershowitz, and Donald Trump (accompanied by his wife and daughter on a trip in the mid-90s).
• Political Backflips: The crew discusses Don Lemon, a self-described liberal, advocating for citizens—specifically black and brown people—to legally arm themselves to resist government overreach (like ICE raids), claiming this is the exact purpose of the Second Amendment.
• Katie Porter Rage: Democratic Representative Katie Porter is scrutinized for screaming "Get out of my effing shot" and dealing with accusations of abusive behavior toward her staff as she runs for Governor of California.
• George Santos Commuted: George Santos' sentence for wire fraud and identity theft was commuted, sparking discussion about his personality and legal troubles in the U.S. and Brazil.

• Gators Coaching Hot Seat: Speculation mounts over whether the Florida Gators will fire coach Billy Napier during their upcoming bye week, coinciding with the Florida-Georgia game tradition.
• The Birkin Bag Bandit: Matt shares the shock of his eight-year-old, self-proclaimed "bougiest kid," asking for a $100,000 Birkin bag for Christmas after previously requesting a Louis Vuitton bag.
• Life in the Fast Lane: Dave ribs Matt about his wife's transformation into a luxury traveler, refusing to fly anywhere without first class seats and Sky Club access following a vacation together.
• JD Pritsker's Winnings: Illinois Governor JD Pritsker disclosed over a million dollars in gambling winnings on his tax returns, which he lightheartedly attributed to "a good day at the casino."

• ICE Arrests Officer: A police officer in Hover Park, Illinois, originally from Montenegro, was arrested by ICE after it was discovered he overstayed his tourist visa from 2015.
• GDC Trouble: Discussion on the ongoing problems within the Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC), including inmates walking off work details (like a recent case in Carol County) and high levels of corruption involving cash exchanged in fast-food bags.
• Let's Go Brandon Ban: A Federal Court of Appeals upheld a Michigan high school's ban on "Let's Go Brandon" shirts, a decision the hosts believe the school will regret for drawing more attention to the protest slogan.
• The Male Gaze is Back: The hosts react to CNN's declaration that the "male gaze" has returned, connecting it to Victoria's Secret returning to hot models and the cultural response to figures like Sydney Sweeney.
• Portland Nude Bike Protest: Matt and Dave discuss the bizarre World Naked Bike Ride in Portland, held to protest pollution and raise awareness for cyclist vulnerability, but mostly serving as a shocking display against the National Guard.
• Ambler Road Project: Matt's closing thoughts focus on the federal Ambler Road project in Alaska, which he urges listeners to oppose due to foreign entities being slated to drill oil for shipment to China.

Ken and Dave discuss peace in the Middle East, MTG blames the Republicans, the market reaction to new tariff talks, Congress discovers the Fourth Amendment, the Georgia House mourns a member, and the tables have turned in New York.

• Travel Recap: Dave recounts his 12-day trip to Italy, including visits to Florence Bologna, and Venice, Highlights include the experience of Florentine steak and soaking in the European cafe atmosphere.
• International Affairs & Peace: Analysis of the temporary Israel-Palestine ceasefire brokered by Trump and the controversy surrounding the proportional response in Gaza.
• Nobel Recognition: Discussion of the Nobel Peace Prize awarded to Maria Karina Machado, the Venezuelan opposition leader, and her dedication of the award to President Trump.
• Market Volatility: Examination of the market tanking following Trump's threats of 100% tariffs on Chinese goods, and the complexities of trade policy.
• Healthcare & Government Shutdown: Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG) breaks with the GOP concerning the upcoming shutdown and the expiring Affordable Care Act (ACA) healthcare subsidies.
• Local Controversy: A deep dive into the Pike County water rights dispute involving a private landowner seeking to extract water from a natural spring for bottling.
• FBI Overreach: Republican Senators, including Lindsey Graham and Josh Hawley, are outraged after discovering the FBI analyzed their phone records following the 2020 election.
• Legal Troubles: New York Attorney General Letitia James is indicted on charges related to mortgage fraud, mirroring claims she made against Donald Trump.
• Georgia State Politics: A tribute to Georgia House of Representatives member Mandi Ballinger, who passed away after a long battle with cancer.

Dave Roberts is joined this week by Eric, who is filling in for Ken, to break down the latest news covering legal, political, and international controversies.

• Judicial Nonfesance in South Georgia: The hosts discuss a lawsuit (writ of mandamus) against magistrate judges in Bulloch County who allegedly refuse to hold preliminary bond hearings, violating the Eighth Amendment rights of the accused.
• Diddy Sentencing Controversy: Analysis of Shawn "Diddy" Combs' four years and two months prison sentence. The discussion focuses on the specific federal offense of flying individuals (prostitutes) across state lines, contrasting the verdict with the original sex trafficking charges and debating the proportionality of the sentence.
• Kavanaugh Plotter's Prison Tactic: Coverage of the sentencing for the individual who plotted to kill Supreme Court Justice Brett Kavanaugh. The plotter, who claimed to be transgender before sentencing, received 97 months (approximately eight years), a much lighter sentence than the 30 years sought by prosecutors.
• Attacks on ICE Agents: Discussion surrounding the attempted ramming of a Chicago ICE facility and reports of local police (CPD) being instructed not to respond to calls for assistance from federal agents surrounded by a crowd.
• Dead Stowaway Discovery: A report on the body found in the wheel well of an American Airlines flight. The discussion explores the dangerous reality of wheel-well travel, noting the low oxygen and freezing temperatures, and considers possible origins from South America or Europe.
• Government Shutdown Effects: First-hand accounts of the partial government shutdown, noting negative experiences with "honory" TSA agents at the airport who were reportedly upset about delayed paychecks.
• International Incidents:
  • A Ryanair passenger is facing five years in a French prison after getting intoxicated from duty-free alcohol and attempting to open an emergency exit mid-flight.
  • France's proposed wealth tax and the subsequent exodus of billionaires from the EU.
• Sports and Media: A look at Florida Football's recent win over Texas, coaching issues, and commentary on perceived bias in international news reporting (BBC).
• Elon Musk's Latest Venture: The hosts wrap up by discussing a video showing Tesla's robot being taught kung fu, pondering the implications for science fiction fans.

In Ep. 390 Ken and Dave start the show by demonstrating how little they know about sports. Then they discuss James Comey in trouble, DEI trouble for the Atlanta airport, the War Department hoedown, agricultural payoffs, some sheriffs pick their gubernatorial candidate, MLB moves into the twenty-first century, and the ICE shooting.

• Former FBI Director Jimmy Comey indicted for allegedly lying to Congress (a perjury charge) and the subsequent outrage over perceived political targeting.
• The Atlanta Airport (ATL) losing $37 million in federal grant funding after refusing to eliminate its DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) programs, with concerns that the cost will be passed onto citizens.
• An unusual gathering of all one-star generals and above at Quantico, potentially signaling a "group ass chewing" regarding military personnel's ridiculous social media presence and adherence to Department of War policies.
• Discussion on the renaming of the Department of Defense back to the Department of War.
• Farmers receiving cash bailouts funded by tariff revenue, examining how these funds primarily benefit large corporate farms over smaller independent ones.
• The fallout from a Blackface incident at a Whitewater High School volleyball game involving non-students, leading to manufactured outrage and political posturing by a state representative running for governor.
• A shocking 53 Georgia sheriffs endorsing Attorney General Chris Carr early in the election cycle, raising questions about political involvement by law enforcement officials.
• Baseball robots are coming: The Automated Ball-Strike System (ABS) is expected to be implemented in MLB by 2026, following successful testing in the minor leagues.
• The "Mu of the Week" features Violet Affleck, criticizing her appearance before the UN General Assembly while wearing a COVID mask and lecturing on restrictions.
• The Dallas ICE shooting incident, including the debate over "ICE tracking apps" and whether they constitute protected speech.

Plus, quick takes on the trendy growth of Chattanooga, the chaos of college sports NIL deals, the struggle of the Falcons, and the return of The Golden Bachelor.

Ken and Dave discuss the Kimmel kerfuffle, Kamala says Americans are homophobic, two more in the Georgia Gubernatorial race, the charges are piling up for a small town councilman, another city getting the National Guard, never ending government shutdown talk, AOC's dreams, and teaching teachers about consequences.

• College Football: Analysis of Georgia Tech's win over Clemson and the decision to rush the field and tear down the goalposts. Plus, discussion of the Florida quarterback's five interceptions against LSU.
• Turning Point USA: Erica Kirk is elected CEO, an expected move given her relationship to Charlie Kirk and her sharp qualifications, including several degrees.
• Robert Redford: Remembering the late actor (who passed at 89) and his fantastic movies, including The Sting and Sneakers.
• Tax Incentives Ending: The September 30th deadline for electric car tax incentives (up to $7,500) and the year-end deadline for Energy Star appliances like HVAC systems.
• Late Night Controversy: Jimmy Kimmel's show being pulled following comments by Trump; whether the move was due to government pressure (a First Amendment issue) or Kimmel's consistently poor ratings.
• Kamala Harris VP Pick: Discussion of Harris claiming she wanted Pete Buttigieg as her running mate but felt the public was too "racist and homophobic" to accept him.
• 2026 Governor's Race: Jeff Duncan throws his hat in the ring as a Democrat (seen as a publicity stunt) and Brad Raffensperger announces his run for Secretary of State, expected to be a strong challenger.
• Theodore Hamby Charges: The suspended Gton city councilman faces multiple felony charges for misusing a city credit card, with a potential maximum sentence of 40 years.
• National Guard in Memphis: Deployment of the National Guard to Memphis due to high crime; local businesses are supportive (offering free food and cover charges) while some city council members object.
• Government Shutdown: Congress is struggling to pass a short-term CR by the October 1st deadline, contributing to the feeling of public numbness to the ongoing threat of a shutdown.
• AOC's Future: Positioning for Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC) to run for President or the US Senate in 2028.

Attorney General Pam Bondi is named the Mule of the Week for suggesting the federal government should go after those who engage in "hate speech," demonstrating a clear misunderstanding of the First Amendment's protections for speech the government dislikes.

A discussion of Cobb County teachers who were suspended or fired for controversial social media posts, highlighting the consequences for public sector employees who post hateful content online.