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Mar 25, 2026
They dig into the Lindy West memoir controversy and why it keeps generating heat. They debate whether online buzz translates to sales and scan Amazon reactions. They tease a bizarre quadruple-amputee cornhole headline with disbelief and dark humor. They announce a Puget Sound meetup and share logistics for listeners interested in attending.
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Opening Joke About Quadruple Amputee Headline
- The episode opens with a joking headline about a 'quadruple amputee cornhole player' to set a comedic tone.
- Katie's brother texted the screenshot mid-recording, prompting on-air laughter and banter about cornhole definitions.
Memoir Sparked Backlash From Her Own Readers
- Lindy West's new memoir Adult Braces generated disproportionate scrutiny from her usual progressive audience rather than conservatives.
- Jesse and Katie note the book's polarizing mix of sharp writing and moments that feel bloggy or half-baked, which fuels left-leaning debate.
Viral Buzz Doesn't Ensure Strong Sales
- The book's controversy doesn't necessarily equal commercial success; online attention can blow up without strong sales.
- Katie and Jesse cite low Amazon review counts and comparisons to other authors whose discourse spikes didn't translate to big sales.
