Topic: Paul Simon

Record cold temperatures in the Texas Hill Country prompt a discussion on the state's power grid and ERCOT's decision to increase gas turbine prices to $400 per megawatt hour. Reports emerge of smart thermostats in Fredericksburg being remotely limited to 70 degrees by city services during the freeze. A separate account details a water company in Wimberley harassing residents for increased usage despite a higher occupancy in the home.

The show transitions to the Value-for-Value segment, acknowledging a $799.99 donation from Paul Simon of Toronto. Simon is elevated from Baronet to Baron von Sizemark of the Upper Horseshoe. The hosts discuss the competitive nature of the "well-heeled knights" and play requested jingles for the new Baron.

The hosts credit several high-value donors, including John Dietrich and Paul Simon, who both contributed $299.99. Dietrich shares a story about visiting Nash’s Organic Produce in Port Angeles based on a show tip. The segment includes a musical tribute from Sir Jeff Smith and a birthday shout-out for Matt Dietrich.

Individual donors are recognized, including Jonathan Rose, who requests the title "Sir Jono, Elder of Zion." The hosts also discuss mobile tracking services like Flurry and the persistence of spam messages following international travel.