Topic: Kermit The Frog

The UK Home Office seeks to expand the Investigatory Powers Act to force ISPs to provide suspect communications within 24 hours, effectively enabling mass surveillance. In the U.S., Senator Dianne Feinstein admits there is "no evidence at this time" of collusion between the Trump campaign and Russia. The segment features a parody song by Walker Osler, performed in the style of Kermit the Frog, about the "Russia Connection."

A string of high-profile celebrity breakups, including Gwen Stefani and Zayn Malik, culminated in the "split" of Miss Piggy and Kermit the Frog. The Muppet breakup is identified as a marketing stunt to promote their new primetime television show.

The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge is identified as a highly orchestrated public relations campaign rather than a spontaneous viral movement. A clip of Kermit the Frog participating is criticized for its poor quality. The hosts argue that the campaign is a form of mass manipulation, forcing people to participate or face social stigma.

Erin Burnett's CNN broadcast from the United Arab Emirates is characterized as a promotional vehicle for the film "Mission Impossible: Ghost Protocol." The hosts criticize the network's increasing use of corporate synergy, including Wolf Blitzer's interview with Kermit the Frog to promote "The Muppets." They argue these segments blur the line between news and advertising.