The podcast episodes discuss the dangers of lithium batteries, particularly in reference to a tragic factory fire in South Korea that killed 23 workers.

The first episode 'Judge Blocks $30B Credit Swipe Fee Deal & Rivian's $5B Lifeline From Volkswagen' mentions the dangers of lithium batteries, while the second episode '5AM ET 06/24/2024 Newscast' specifically notes that the factory involved in the South Korean fire reportedly manufactured lithium batteries.