'Merica!
Summary
Armstrong and Getty review a New York Times article listing 25 objects that define America, such as Costco rotisserie chickens, plastic flamingos, and inflatable tube men. They also discuss a listener’s theory that a previous caller was the victim of an insurance scam. The hosts share humorous observations on cultural trends like Juicy Couture, dirty soda, and the prevalence of personal injury lawyer ads.
Topics discussed
Sponsors and intro
Follow-up on Michelangelo's insurance scam story
Museum of America: Costco chicken and lawn flamingos
Juicy Couture, NASCAR, and casual fashion
Ring lights, personal injury lawyers, and ambulances
Goop egg, dirty soda, and t-shirt cannons
White strips, Pizza Hut lamps, and car air fresheners
Red Solo cups, camo prints, and dog strollers
Gas station keys, Botox, and inflatable tube men
Outro and final sponsors
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