Topic: Mandates

Adam Curry and Mo Facts return for episode 91 after a hiatus since February 2023. They announce that the show is entering its final season with a goal to reach 100 episodes. Mo explains how career changes, vaccine mandates, and the demands of entrepreneurship have made the previous production schedule unsustainable.

A personal anecdote describes the feeling of social exclusion and being "the other" when refusing to wear a mask at a Whole Foods during the pandemic. This experience is compared to the "double consciousness" described by W.E.B. Du Bois, where an individual is constantly aware of how they are perceived by a hostile or judgmental society. The hosts argue that pandemic mandates allowed non-minorities to briefly experience the systemic pressure typically faced by Black Americans.

Adam Curry shares an anecdote about walking into a Whole Foods in Austin without a mask to test social reactions. He describes the experience as "weird" and notes the silent solidarity he felt with other maskless individuals. The hosts discuss the concept of "living unaware" versus the modern pressure to be constantly self-conscious of how one is perceived by others.

The hosts discuss the "ridiculous" situation of NBA player Kyrie Irving being barred from playing in New York due to vaccine mandates while unmasked fans are allowed in the arena. They contrast Sherrilyn Ifill's concerns about "freedom papers" with the reality of modern vaccine passports. The segment references the "GBG" (Give Blacks Guns) meme as a way to highlight the hypocrisy of institutional policies.

A donor's letter prompts a discussion on why society often prevents men of different races from forming lifelong friendships after school age. Another listener from Vancouver shares their experience of losing a job due to workplace medical mandates. The hosts emphasize the role of the podcast in fostering natural connections between different groups.

The conversation shifts to the Freedom Convoy in Canada, analyzing how government mandates have pushed typically agreeable citizens to a breaking point. The hosts discuss how stripping a man's ability to provide for his family destabilizes the home and undermines the traditional roles of protector and provider. They note that the closure of social hubs like barbershops and lunchrooms has removed vital emotional outlets for men.

Adam Curry and Mo Facts discuss the "butt-breaking" mentality of using employment as a lever to force medical compliance. They highlight reports from Canada where unvaccinated individuals are allegedly chaperoned in grocery stores to prevent them from buying non-essential goods. This is described as a ritual of humiliation intended to punish those who do not comply with state mandates.

Mo Facts expresses anger at the audacity of institutions to upend lives based on non-compliance with medical directives. He argues that the issue is not merely financial but concerns the power that groups hold over individual personal freedoms. The hosts discuss the "men in dresses" trope in Hollywood as a metaphor for the humiliation rituals required for professional acceptance.

Mo Facts warns against being baited into "kinetic" or physical action by state actors. He draws a direct line between Jim Crow-era segregation and modern vaccine mandates, noting he previously created memes comparing the two. The hosts discuss how supply chain issues and labor shortages are being used to further destabilize the workforce.

Mo Fax describes his termination from a management position after 15 years of service following his refusal to comply with a corporate vaccine mandate. He alleges collusion between the United States government and corporations, noting his termination letter arrived the day before OSHA mandates were officially dropped. He characterizes the two-month unpaid leave period preceding his firing as a psychological tactic designed to force resignation or compliance.

The hosts conclude the donation segment by thanking individual producers and discussing the "Nextel chirp" cultural phenomenon. They also mention upcoming "secret projects" and reiterate their support for those resisting vaccine mandates in the workplace.

The hosts transition to their "Value for Value" funding model, citing Malcolm X on the need for honest dialogue between races. Mo discusses his uncertain employment status due to corporate mandates, and Adam explains his practice of gifting "Satoshis" (Bitcoin) to the children in his life as a form of un-cancellable generational wealth.

The hosts clarify their stance on vaccine mandates, framing the issue as "pro-choice vs. anti-choice" rather than "pro-vax vs. anti-vax." They advise listeners on using Bitcoin and new podcasting apps to avoid potential financial de-platforming and to ensure the future of decentralized media.

Mo Facts declares his personal decision to refuse the COVID-19 vaccine and discusses the ramifications of that choice. He argues for redefining the public debate from "pro-vax vs. anti-vax" to "pro-choice vs. anti-choice." The discussion emphasizes that many vaccinated individuals support the right of others to choose, contrasting this with the divisive media narrative.

The Biden administration released OSHA rules requiring companies with 100 or more employees to ensure their workforce is fully vaccinated by January 4th or implement weekly testing. Dr. Anthony Fauci testified on Capitol Hill, stating that "mandates work" based on high compliance rates at United Airlines and the Houston Medical Association. The hosts critique Fauci's phrasing, suggesting that "mandates work" refers to the effectiveness of coercion rather than public health outcomes.

The hosts speculate on why an HIV vaccine was not prioritized sooner if the technology existed. They suggest that the global market for a respiratory virus vaccine is significantly larger and more profitable than the market for an AIDS vaccine. The discussion touches on the potential for covering up adverse events during mass-scale rollouts.

Southwest Airlines pilots initiated a walkout or sick-out following the company's decision to implement a vaccine mandate despite being headquartered in Texas. Governor Greg Abbott issued an executive order banning such mandates, creating a legal and operational conflict for the airline. The situation remains fluid as the CEO maintains the vaccination requirement while facing significant labor pushback.

Adam Curry shares a personal anecdote about the lax procedures of COVID-19 testing at a CVS drive-through, noting that insurance companies are paying in full for these tests. He points out that Bill Gates and George Soros recently purchased a testing company, suggesting the real profit in the pandemic is the recurring revenue from testing mandates. The hosts compare this "liquid gold" testing model to the historical exploitation of bodies and tissues by brokers.

Vaccine mandates are described as "pressure points" used to compel compliance from families who rely on public schools for education and childcare. The discussion posits that low-income families are the most vulnerable to these requirements as they cannot afford private alternatives or work-from-home arrangements. This dynamic is viewed as a way to force the adoption of new medical technologies across the general population.

The push for vaccine mandates is criticized as a failure of capitalism, with the argument that a truly effective product should not require government force to ensure adoption. Personal anecdotes about the flu shot and its side effects are used to illustrate why consumers are hesitant. The rapid rollout of new products before old ones are fully understood is cited as a primary cause for public alarm.