Digest

The podcast begins with a discussion of a massive computer outage that affected global systems, including airlines, hospitals, and banks. The outage was caused by a faulty software update from Crowdstrike, a cybersecurity company, that affected Microsoft Windows computers. The outage caused widespread chaos, with airports experiencing long delays and hospitals forced to cancel procedures. The podcast then shifts to the political landscape, focusing on President Biden's presidential race. Some Democratic lawmakers are calling for Biden to drop out of the race, citing concerns about his age and ability to effectively lead. The Biden campaign, however, vows to press on. The podcast also discusses former President Trump's acceptance speech for the Republican nomination, where he recounted the assassination attempt against him and called for unity. The podcast then covers the sentencing of American journalist Evan Gershkovich to 16 years in a Russian penal colony on false espionage charges. The U.S. is negotiating for his release, along with another American wrongfully convicted of espionage. The U.S. is exploring options, including a potential prisoner exchange. Finally, the podcast discusses a deadly Listeria outbreak linked to meat sliced at Delhi counters. The CDC is investigating the outbreak, which has resulted in two deaths and nearly 30 hospitalizations across 12 states. The podcast also mentions concerns raised by Graceland about the authenticity of Elvis memorabilia being auctioned, including a purported jacket and plane.

Outlines

00:00:00

Global Disruptions and Political Tensions

A global computer meltdown caused by a faulty software update disrupts systems worldwide, while President Biden faces pressure to exit the presidential race and Trump accepts the Republican nomination.

00:08:44

Evan Gershkovich's Sentencing and Listeria Outbreak

American journalist Evan Gershkovich is sentenced to 16 years in Russia on false espionage charges, and the CDC investigates a deadly Listeria outbreak linked to meat sliced at Delhi counters.

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Q&A

• What caused the global computer outage?

  A faulty software update from Crowdstrike, a cybersecurity company, affected Microsoft Windows computers.

• What are the main concerns surrounding President Biden's presidential race?

  Some Democratic lawmakers are calling for Biden to drop out of the race due to concerns about his age and leadership abilities.

• What is the U.S. doing to secure the release of Evan Gershkovich?

  The U.S. is negotiating with Russia for Gershkovich's release, exploring options like a prisoner exchange.

• What is the CDC advising people to do to prevent Listeria infection?

  The CDC recommends heating sliced meats until steaming hot to kill the bacteria.

• What is Graceland's main concern regarding the Elvis memorabilia being auctioned?

  Graceland is concerned about the authenticity of the items being sold, believing they are not genuine Elvis artifacts.

Show Notes