In Episode 403 Doug Shaw fills in for the vacationing Ken Pullin. He and Dave discuss the strikes in Nigeria, a lawsuit against the City of Acworth, new battleships on the way, Ben Sasse says "goodbye", Kennedy's shrimp, and suing California.

• Braves Trade Rumors: Discussion on the potential trading of fan-favorite Ozzie Albies and the possibility of acquiring Silver Slugger Ketel Marte.
• Michigan Football Drama: The hosts break down the "failing upward" of Michigan's coaching staff, including scandals involving Chiron Moore, OnlyFans models, and the program's new hire from Utah.
• College Rivalries: A look at the intense "petty" rivalry between Ohio State and Michigan fans.

• Christmas Strikes in Nigeria: The U.S. military conducted strategic missile strikes against camps in Nigeria on Christmas Day. The hosts debate the symbolism of the timing and the ongoing issues with regional instability.
• Travel Hazards: Insights into the dangers of flying into locations like Lagos, Nigeria, and the security protocols required for flight crews.

• Mahendra "Mick" Patel vs. Acworth: A deep dive into the $25 million lawsuit filed by Patel after he was falsely accused of kidnapping at an Acworth Walmart.
• Evidence & Error: How security footage proved there was no attempted kidnapping, despite Patel spending nearly two months in jail.
• Insurance Caps: Why the lawsuit is seeking the $25 million maximum allowed by municipal insurance policies.

• Trump-Class Battleships: Trump announced a new class of $2 billion battleships, including the "USS Defiant." The hosts discuss the return of heavy naval armor and the high costs associated with them.
• The Trump Kennedy Center: Following the renaming of the Kennedy Center, the hosts discuss Trump's penchant for branding federal institutions.
• Deportation Deals: Discussion of the administration paying Pacific islands to take illegal immigrants.

• Ben Sasse: Former Senator and UF President Ben Sasse announced a terminal stage four pancreatic cancer diagnosis. The hosts reflect on his career and the speed of the illness.
• Radioactive Shrimp Recall: The FDA recalled shrimp imported from Indonesia due to potential radioactive contamination. Senator Kennedy's humorous but serious warnings about "glow-in-the-dark" seafood are highlighted.
• Tilapia & Farmed Fish: A warning about the nutritional value and farming conditions of imported fish like Tilapia and Swai.

• Peggy Flanagan's Pandering: The Minnesota Lieutenant Governor is criticized for wearing a hijab on Somali TV while facing a multi-billion dollar grant scandal within the local Somali community.
• Tax-Deductible Dogs: A New York attorney is suing the IRS to claim her dog as a dependent, arguing the animal is entirely reliant on her for survival.
• California CDL Revocations: 21,000 commercial driver's licenses are being revoked in California after it was discovered many unauthorized immigrants were driving without passing proper tests.

In Episode 402 Ken and Dave discuss Fani going before the State Senate, data centers sucking up power, banging on Burt Jones, the Brown University shooter, Trump's wild week, and Fulton's 2020 foulups.

• Discussion of District Attorney Fanny Willis's testimony before the Georgia State Senate, highlighting her argumentative demeanor and the presence of former Governor Roy Barnes as her attorney.
• Insights into the billing controversies involving Nathan Wade, including reports of him billing up to 160 hours in a single week.
• Analysis of how the hearing impacts the public perception of the Fulton County DA's office.

• Marijuana Reclassification: Trump reclassified marijuana to allow for expanded medical research and standard tax deductions for businesses, though it remains federally illegal.
• The Kennedy Center: The board unanimously voted to rename the facility the "Trump President Trump Kennedy Center" after Trump appointed the board members.
• Patriot Games: An initiative to host a national youth fitness competition in honor of the country's 250th birthday.
• Military and Federal Perks: Trump announced $1,776 checks for military members (funded via housing allowances) and granted federal employees extra time off for Christmas.
• Controversy: Criticism of Trump's comments regarding the tragic death of actor/director Rob Reiner.

• 14th District Race: Local businessman Brian Stover enters the race for the 14th District, immediately becoming a front-runner against Colton Moore.
• Dark Money in Politics: The Georgia GOP filed an ethics complaint against "Georgians for Integrity," a Delaware-based group spending millions on ads targeting Bert Jones.
• Data Center Expansion: The Public Service Commission approved a major energy expansion to meet the demands of nearly 10 new gigawatts for data centers and warehouses along the I-75 corridor.
• Nuclear Energy: A look at the return of nuclear power, including the reactivation of facilities like Three Mile Island using modern AI monitoring.

• Brown University Shooting: Analysis of the shooting involving suspect Claudio Manuel Neves Valente, a former student with a long-standing grudge, and the subsequent criticism of the university's lack of security cameras.
• Epstein Files: The release of new photos involving David Copperfield and Ghislaine Maxwell, leading to further debate over transparency in the investigation.
• Fulton County Election Gaffes: Fulton County admitted to procedural errors in the 2020 election involving 315,000 unsigned tabulator tapes, sparking renewed debate over election integrity.

• Hashim Walters: A 29-year-old "entrepreneur" accused of running a scam regarding a purported bid to buy Spirit Airlines and establish the first black-owned commercial airline.

• Jake Paul's $100 million payday despite a broken jaw.
• The massive $1.6 billion Powerball jackpot.
• Alabama's comeback victory to move forward in the college football playoffs.

In Episode 401, Ken and Dave discuss the University of Michigan debacle, raiding tankers, special elections abound in Georgia, a cheat under the Gold Dome, Trump going after Fulton, losing jobs, ending subsidies, and Indiana asserting sovereignty.

• The hosts discuss the firing and subsequent criminal charges against the **University of Michigan head football coach, who lost up to $30 million after being terminated with cause.
• The coach faced felony third-degree home invasion and misdemeanor stalking charges following an affair with his executive assistant.
• Rules for "cheating" were laid out, emphasizing the coach broke cardinal rules by cheating locally and with someone who had less to lose.

• State Senator John Kennedy resigned immediately from his seat to focus on his Lieutenant Governor campaign, leaving his district without representation until a special election winner is sworn in.
• A Democrat won a special election in House District 121 (Athens area), a seat that Donald Trump won by 12 points, signaling a potential struggle for Republicans in close races.
• The impending resignation of Marjorie Taylor Green (MTG) is creating a confusing and expensive series of special elections, runoffs, and primaries in Northwest Georgia.
• State Representative Sharon Henderson (Covington Democrat) was indicted for allegedly collecting nearly $18,000 in illegal unemployment benefits during the COVID era.
• The show notes that more legislators are expected to face charges for similar unemployment fraud.
• Donald Trump is suing Fulton County to acquire voter records from the 2020 election, a move seen as benefiting candidates like Bert Jones.
• The discussion covered the subpoena issued to Fanny Willis and the defense strategy employed by her attorney, Roy Barnes.

• The hosts discuss the escalation of conflict in Venezuela after the Trump administration seized an oil tanker carrying sanctioned crude oil worth $66 million.
• Indiana Republicans rebuffed President Trump's demand to redraw their congressional map to favor Republicans, citing concerns about timing and presidential interference in state governance.

• Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell suggested that official job hiring statistics may have been overstated by up to 60,000 jobs a month, indicating the economy might be contracting due to technology and automation.
• The temporary Obamacare tax subsidies implemented during COVID are set to expire on December 31st, potentially doubling or tripling premiums for some consumers.
• The hosts noted the difficulty for Republicans in messaging the end of the temporary "free" subsidies.

• The Atlanta Falcons achieved a narrow road win against Tampa Bay, with Kyle Pitts having an exceptional performance.
• Falcons running back Bijan Robinson was forced to apologize after referencing the controversial childhood game "smear the queer" in a post-game interview.
• Debate over the potential move of the annual **Florida vs. Georgia game** from Jacksonville to Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta.

• Joy Reid was named "The Mule" for claiming that the popular Christmas song "Jingle Bells" is racist due to its history and use in minstrel shows.