The Montgomery Riverboat Brawl: A Memorable Internet Moment

The podcast episode discusses the infamous Montgomery Riverboat Brawl as the top internet moment of the year. The brawl, which took place in downtown Montgomery, Alabama, involved a riverboat called the Harriet 2 and a group of white people in a pontoon boat blocking its path. The situation escalated when a black crew member, Damien Pickett, tried to move the pontoon, leading to a verbal altercation and physical fight. Several black individuals came to Damien's defense, including a 16-year-old boy who swam to the dock to help. The brawl became a viral sensation and spawned numerous memes and creative reenactments. The podcast explores the cultural significance of this moment and the way it brought joy and unity to black internet users. It also provides updates on legal consequences related to the brawl.