Reflecting Pools and Construction Zones
Summary
Comedians Emmy Blotnick, Joyelle Nicole Johnson, and Gianmarco Cerezi join host Peter Sagal for a news quiz covering the White House reflecting pool's algae bloom and FIFA's new hydration breaks. Indie rock icon Stephen Malkmus of Pavement appears as a guest, discussing his band's legacy and playing a construction-themed game. The episode also features listener segments on trends like "gym goblin" fashion and TSA-confiscated ranch dressing.
Topics discussed
Intro, Mattress Firm ad, and caller David's quiz
Trump's White House reflecting pool renovation
FIFA World Cup hydration breaks and beer
The viral 'podium guy' at UK PM resignations
TSA compliant Kraft Ranch dressing bottles
Bluff the Listener: Game shows, compliments, and Mr. Beast
Interview with Stephen Malkmus of Pavement
Pavement Repairs Are Underweight game with Stephen
Limericks: Gym goblins, bruises, and office snacks
Lightning Fill-in'-the-Blank with panelists
Outro, credits, and Menopause Now ad
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