The conversation touches on significant cultural events from the hosts' youth, such as the O.J. Simpson trial and the TV show Baywatch, contrasting them with the current media landscape.
The hosts mention cultural events such as the Cannes Film Festival and Craig's Memorial Day party.
The podcast episodes provided cover a wide range of cultural events, from the annual Running of the Bulls festival in Pamplona, Spain to the unique POW Olympics organized by prisoners of war during World War II.
The episodes also touch on other cultural celebrations and traditions, such as the Puerto Rican Day Parade, the Cannes Film Festival, and the historic cafe server race in Paris.
These cultural events are shown to have profound connections to various social, political, and historical contexts, often serving as backdrops for important news stories and personal narratives.