Comedian Kirsty Webeck joins Dave Anthony and Gareth Reynolds in analyzing a biased news article from 1919 about an incident in Bismarck, North Dakota. They discuss vaudeville, joke about the health benefits of alcohol, and mock the British for ignoring indigenous atrocities while considering returning Kentucky's battle-scarred flag. They also explore the impact of minimum wage on the service industry, controversial treatments, and various topics including mistaken murder suspicions and blooming onions.
A reported murder turns out to be a false alarm, highlighting the potential for exaggerated news stories.
Outback Steakhouse wrongly claims their blooming onion is an authentic Australian dish, exposing cultural appropriation in the food industry.
A doctor proposes a bizarre cure for influenza and pneumonia based on a dog licking a sore spot, raising questions about unconventional medical practices.
Deep dives
Trouble in Paradise: A Murder Mystery Unraveled
A report of a woman being murdered by her husband turns out to be exaggerated when officers arrive at the scene and find the woman alive and well.
The Curious Case of the Blooming Onion
The popular restaurant chain Outback Steakhouse touts the blooming onion as an authentic Australian dish, despite it being an American creation with no connection to Australian cuisine.
Influenza and the Curative Powers of a Dog's Lick
A doctor claims to have found a cure for influenza and pneumonia based on his observations of a dog licking a sore spot, leading him to believe that injecting the mucus from an infected artery can cure localized infections.
Battle Against the Hoppers: Farmers Face an Infestation
Farmers in North Dakota are fighting against swarms of grasshoppers that are threatening to damage their crops, using methods such as the poisoned brand to kill the pests before they spread further.
The Dilemma of an Eight-Hour Workday: Restaurant Closures
Some restaurants are discontinuing meal services due to the scarcity of help and the anticipated implementation of an eight-hour workday law, leading to concerns about the future of the industry and customer service.