Topic: Cosmetic Surgery

Speculation arises regarding high-profile female politicians, including Kamala Harris and Hillary Clinton, using the lockdown period to undergo cosmetic procedures. Analysis of recent photos suggests the use of Botox and fillers, with claims that Harris's appearance has changed significantly. The discussion suggests these procedures might impact her political career and vice-presidential prospects.

China is experiencing a massive boom in plastic surgery, driven by college graduates seeking a competitive edge in the job market. Reports indicate a lack of regulation, with many practitioners receiving only five days of training before performing procedures.

The hosts speculate that Sarah Palin's recent absence from the media was due to recovery from cosmetic surgery, noting changes in her facial appearance. They extend the discussion to other media figures like Megan Kelly and Candy Crowley, debating the pressures on women in television to maintain a specific look.

The hosts critique the show RuPaul's Drag U, where drag queens provide fashion and lifestyle advice to biological women. The discussion expands into a critique of modern beauty standards, "fake" aesthetics represented by the Kardashians, and the perceived decline of natural femininity.

A growing trend in Australia sees young women undergoing labiaplasty to achieve a "neat and tidy" appearance. Experts suggest this is driven by censorship in soft-porn magazines like Penthouse, which use Photoshop to remove "genital detail" to comply with M15+ classifications. This creates a skewed perception of normal anatomy, leading women to seek surgical "mutilation."

The Daily Mail reports that a "Botox tax" may be introduced to help fund President Obama's healthcare reforms. This proposal would add a 10% tax to elective cosmetic procedures such as breast implants, liposuction, and nose jobs.