Topic: Modesty

Mo Facts contrasts Maxine Waters' current stance with the traditional values of her generation, which used terms like "hussy" and "tramp" to discourage immodesty. He argues that "smut peddling" by public officials has a damaging effect on developing minds, comparing it to the impact of drug addiction or "news porn." Adam Curry likens the modern media's use of graphic footage to the "Faces of Death" series.

A discussion on WASP modesty reveals a preference for old Mercedes and threadbare carpets over flashy displays of wealth. Adam Curry shares his experience growing up in a Calvinist environment where food was "measured" and sparse. He contrasts this with his "hip-hop" phase at MTV, where he drove a Rolls-Royce and carried a briefcase-sized mobile phone.