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Rich Easton delves into the suspicious timing of Stephen Colbert's show cancellation alongside Paramount's merger announcement and how South Park creators get away with pointed criticism that others can't. We examine the media power dynamics at play when covering controversial figures and topics.

• The cancellation of Stephen Colbert's show suspiciously timed with Paramount's $8 billion merger announcement
• South Park's ability to criticize Trump-Epstein connections through satire while real commentators face consequences
• How mulligans on the first tee create a ripple effect of delays throughout the golf course
• The Air Guitar World Championships in Oulu, Finland and what makes this unique cultural celebration tick
• Private equity firm iCatterton's $200 million acquisition of Lab Golf following JJ Spahn's US Open win
• Why golfers often choose to buy new drivers instead of putters despite putting having a greater impact on scores

Thanks for staying to the end. You've been listening to Tales from the First Tee. I'm your host, Rich Easton, telling tales from beautiful Charleston, South Carolina. Talk to you soon.

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