In this episode – nobody wants to hear Oprah; the NZ Herald finally presents both sides of a debate – on transgenders in sports; the new Opportunities Party leader doesn’t know biology; the Government wants to exclude parents from the consultation process around RSE; the next excuse for drug use is “eco-fear” and climate anxiety; parenting ‘experts’ want parents to teach consent when changing nappies; a US survey shows that parents are failing to monitor their kids online activity; and more…
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- A report from Newstalk ZB on Oprah Winfrey’s event being moved to a smaller venue due to low ticket sales. The host compares the timely reporting of this news by their platform versus other media outlets.
- In the New Zealand Herald, two contrasting articles on transgender issues in sports are discussed, with one from Alice Soper being criticized for its ideological stance, and another from Ani O’Brien being praised for its basis in biology. The new leader of the Opportunities Party is criticised for her unclear stance on defining what a woman is.
- A proposed law change in New Zealand would alter how schools consult parents on developing RSE (Relationships and Sexuality Education) classes, with various political figures weighing in on the issue. Bob warns that parents should be included in the consultation period on an issue like sex education, and the Government will have a fight on their hands from parents on this issue.
- A UK report linking climate change fears to increased drug use and mental health issues is discussed – and dismissed!
- A humorous examination of another barking mad academic article that suggests teaching consent during nappy changes for babies and infants.
- Social media monitoring by parents is criticized for being lackluster despite overwhelming support for age restrictions on content.
- In entertainment news, Disney has removed diversity and DEI mentions from its business report for the first time since 2019. Bob also recommends a Netflix film ‘In Your Dreams’ for its positive messaging.
- A clip of Michelle Obama suggesting that people are not ready to vote for a woman for president is analyzed, with the host listing successful female leaders around the world as a counterargument.
- Democrat John Fetterman’s comments on the toxicity from the far left are also discussed.
