James Flippin kicks off with excitement surrounding baseball's opening day, pondering the fate of teams and fan emotions tied to the outcomes. James delves into the drama surrounding NPR, highlighting accusations of bias and the grilling of NPR CEO Catherine Maer over her controversial social media history and hiring practices. Shifting gears, he tackles the confusing 'Signal Gate' controversy, speculating about possible deep state involvements and text message mishaps in the Trump administration. A humorous take on unexpected and gross findings on New York streets in the 'Watch For Poo Report' keeps things light. The episode rounds out with reflections on comedian Nikki Glaser's comments about fearing political jokes, and a listener-inspired discussion about the cleanliness of homes.