Topic: Mouton Rothschild

The show celebrated several birthdays, including the 33rd birthday of Christina Valerie Curry. A new group of knights was inducted into the peerage, with wine pairings like Mouton Rothschild suggested for their virtual round table feast. Producer Chris Bellia shared a note comparing the No Agenda newsletter to John Dvorak's classic "Inside Track" column in PC Magazine, praising its breathless pace and wit.

An online petition has gathered thousands of signatures demanding the removal of the 1938 Balthus painting "Thérèse Dreaming" from the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Critics allege the work supports voyeurism and the objectification of children. The hosts note that Balthus's work has faced similar censorship in the past, including a 1993 Mouton Rothschild wine label.

The hosts discuss the broad and often confusing definitions of child pornography, citing a banned 1973 Mouton Rothschild wine label featuring a vague drawing. They speculate that harsh laws are sometimes used by high-level officials to distract from actual systemic abuse.

John C. Dvorak describes finding "Easter eggs" at Costco, including high-end wines like Chateau Mouton Rothschild and rare raw milk cheeses. The discussion covers the legality of raw milk products in the United States and the specific management style of the Costco CEO that encourages unique inventory selections.