Topic: Eye Surgery

Adam Curry shares the detailed history of his vision loss in one eye due to a retinal detachment ten years ago. He describes a series of unsuccessful surgeries and the incompetence of a surgeon who failed to provide a timely referral. The recovery involved spending 12 weeks face-down, a period he previously documented for No Agenda listeners.

The episode ends with a produced audio mix featuring clips of Robert Mueller's testimony alongside a previous discussion about John C. Dvorak's eye surgery and the concept of "interpolation." The mix serves as a humorous recap of the show's themes, blending political deconstruction with personal anecdotes and listener-submitted music.

John C. Dvorak describes his recent cataract surgery experience, including the use of an IV sedative and laser cutting. The procedure took approximately 25 minutes and involved the implantation of a Bausch & Lomb lens. Recovery involves a month of blurry vision and the frequent application of eye drops.

Sir Don Silva, an 82-year-old listener, provided a donation and words of encouragement. This leads to John C. Dvorak discussing his upcoming cataract surgery involving Bausch and Lomb adaptive lenses. Dvorak explains the procedure, which replaces the natural lens with a "bionic" version to improve vision for computer work, and expresses a mix of bravery and apprehension.

Following a cessation of smoking, one host reports significant changes in eyesight and focal points, prompting a discussion on corrective procedures. The conversation covers the potential risks of LASIK surgery, including its impact on pilot licenses and historical FDA concerns. They also touch upon the origins of radial keratotomy and the tendency of patients to claim their surgeon invented the procedure.

Hillary Clinton's recent appearance in thick, fishbowl-like glasses sparks speculation that she underwent eye surgery or a "multi-phase" plastic surgery procedure during her hospital stay. The timing of her upcoming Benghazi testimony is noted as being strategically placed right after the inauguration festivities to minimize media scrutiny.

Speculation surrounds Hillary Clinton's health and her recent discharge from the Edward Harkness Eye Institute. Claims are made that her appearance in large sunglasses suggests recovery from plastic surgery or a facelift rather than treatment for a reported blood clot.