This episode Adam and Tom discuss the surprising rise of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) among seniors, the recent downgrade of the US credit rating by Moody's and its implications for the economy and the political landscape, as well as the reactions from the White House and the financial community. Also in this episode:

• The implications of credit ratings,
• The unsustainable nature of government debt, and the efficiency of government operations.
• China's shift away from Hollywood films

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