The Musers β 2025-06-26
The Musers β 1310 The Ticket, Dallas | Thursday, June 26, 2025
π Segments This Day
- Observation Deck
ποΈ Early Show Analysis
Segments
Observation Deck [00:00:21] – Ham delivers a story about YouTube star Michaela Rains, an animal rights activist who founded Save a Fox Rescue Center. The segment discusses how she faced online bullying from Reddit users who accused her of actually supporting fur farms by purchasing foxes from them, and how she tragically took her own life at age 29 after struggling with mental health issues and the online criticism.
Sports Topics Discussed
- Brief mention of Auburn [00:01:51-00:02:03] when discussing fox-related clothing, with reference to someone having an Auburn shirt
Funny Moments, Gordo Bits, or Memorable Quotes
- Ham jokes about starting a “for-profit animal rescue center” or “fox extermination charity” that would “hate foxes” [00:01:01-00:01:18]
- Discussion about fox fur clothing with the line “Monty has never showed up with a fox belt on his head” [00:01:47-00:01:50]
- Ham uses euphemisms like “self-suicided herself” and “unaliving herself” when discussing the tragic topic [00:02:03-00:02:15]
Recurring Bits, Characters, or Inside Jokes
- Reference to “DJ ringy bird” as a host nickname [00:00:05]
- Mention of Dave Raymond’s weekly visit scheduled for 6:50 [00:00:17]
- Ham notes that DJ “killed sponsorship for the o deck after three episodes or two episodes” [00:00:30-00:00:38]
Summary
This portion features the show “Work in Progress” filling in for The Musers, with DJ, Monty, and Matt Birmingham hosting until 9 AM. The main segment is Ham’s “Observation Deck,” which tells the tragic story of Michaela Rains, a 29-year-old YouTube star and animal rights activist who founded Save a Fox Rescue Center in 2017.
The story takes a serious turn as Ham explains how Rains became the target of online bullying, particularly from Reddit’s “snark subreddit” communities. Critics accused her of actually supporting the fur industry by purchasing foxes from fur mills, arguing that her rescue efforts were inadvertently funding the very industry she opposed. Despite saving an estimated 150-500 foxes through her organization, Rains struggled with autism, depression, and borderline personality disorder, and ultimately couldn’t cope with the sustained online harassment.
While the hosts inject some light humor early in the segment with jokes about fox-related topics and typical radio banter, the tone becomes more somber as the story unfolds. The segment highlights the darker side of internet culture and social media activism, showing how online criticism can have devastating real-world consequences, even when directed at someone genuinely trying to help animals.
β° Mid-Show Analysis
Segments
Fox Rescue Story Discussion [00:04:09 – 00:08:32]
- Hosts discussed a tragic story about a woman who rescued foxes but faced online harassment and death threats, leading to her death by suicide at age 29
- Conversation evolved into broader discussion about online toxicity and mental health resources
Sports Topics
Brief Sports References [00:07:20 – 00:07:25]
- Jeremy Lin comparison made regarding short but notable careers
- Used as analogy when discussing Mia Khalifa’s brief but high-profile period in adult entertainment
Pop Culture Topics
Online Harassment and Mental Health [00:04:09 – 00:08:00]
- Discussion of fox rescue woman who faced online abuse despite doing good work rescuing over 150 foxes
- Conversation about how online criticism can go too far and affect people with depression/anxiety
- Mention of suicide prevention resources, though hosts admitted they didn’t have specific hotline numbers readily available
Adult Entertainment Industry Discussion [00:07:08 – 00:07:42]
- Brief discussion of Mia Khalifa’s career trajectory and her later statements about the traumatic nature of her experience in the industry
- Correction of previous show discussion about the length of her career (3 years vs. 3 months)
Online Personality Mentions [00:06:35 – 00:07:08]
- Discussion of someone named “Monty” and his harsh online language toward “Lando” and the hosts
- Reference to “Costco guys” as part of Monty’s social media follows
This portion of The Musers focused heavily on the serious topic of online harassment and its real-world consequences, sparked by the tragic story of a fox rescue activist. The hosts used this as a springboard to discuss broader issues of internet toxicity and the importance of not believing unsubstantiated rumors online. They emphasized that people should think before posting harsh comments, especially telling others to harm themselves, as words can have devastating effects on people struggling with mental health issues.
The conversation naturally evolved to touch on other examples of online personalities and public figures who face various forms of criticism or harassment. The hosts made several pop culture references, including comparisons to Jeremy Lin’s basketball career trajectory and discussions about adult entertainment industry impacts on individuals. Throughout, there was an underlying theme about the human cost of internet fame and public attention.
The segment concluded with the hosts acknowledging the importance of mental health resources while admitting they didn’t have specific information immediately available – a moment that highlighted both their good intentions and the sometimes informal nature of radio discussions. The tone was serious and reflective, showing a more thoughtful side of the typically sports-focused show as they grappled with weighty social media and mental health topics.
π Final Hour Analysis
What segments appeared in this portion?
- Discussion about the Liver King (Brian Johnson) arrest – hosts talk about the social media personality being arrested on terrorist threat charges for challenging Joe Rogan to a fight
What sports topics were discussed in this portion?
- Brief mention of an upcoming draft event tonight that the hosts are planning to attend
Were there any funny moments or memorable Gordo bits?
- [00:09:36] Discussion of eating fox hearts for breakfast on the Liver King’s recommendation, with conflicted emotions about following his advice after his arrest
- [00:12:09] Jokes about catering goat nuts/testicles for the draft event
- [00:12:23] Suggestion to get Norm to take a ziplock bag of bacon-wrapped goat nuts home in his “big gold cup”
- Running commentary mocking the Liver King’s appearance, comparing him to a “castaway at sea” with unwashed hair and cracked lips
How did the show wrap up?
- [00:12:47] The show ends with uncertainty about whether “Monty” (likely referring to someone who follows the Liver King) will make it back from potential legal troubles in time for tonight’s draft event
Any final notable quotes or moments?
- [00:11:47] “His body looks great, but the liver Kings head looks like he’s been a castaway at sea”
- [00:12:34] “Bacon makes everything better even goat nuts”
Summary
This final portion of The Musers centers around the arrest of social media personality “Liver King” Brian Johnson on terrorist threat charges after he challenged Joe Rogan to a fight while wearing a wolf pelt. The hosts mock his claims that his physique comes from eating raw organs and testicles rather than steroids, with particular criticism of his unhealthy appearance despite his muscular build.
The conversation takes several comedic turns as the hosts joke about following the Liver King’s dietary advice and suggest catering exotic animal organs for their upcoming draft event. They particularly focus on the absurdity of bacon-wrapping goat testicles and getting colleague Norm to take some home in his “big gold cup.”
The show wraps up with uncertainty about whether someone nicknamed “Monty” who apparently follows the Liver King’s lifestyle will make it back from potential legal troubles in time for tonight’s draft event. The segment effectively combines current event commentary with the show’s trademark absurdist humor and inside jokes about station personalities.
Analysis generated from archived transcripts. Hosts: Gordon Keith (Gordo), George Dunham, Craig Miller, Mike Rhyner, Donovan Lewis (Junior). Station: 1310 The Ticket, Dallas, TX.
