#22: 'Rent's Still Due on the First'

This week, Cher and James speculate the future of content blockers, how they deal with them in their own devices, and the pros and cons of monetizing content. In the after show, Cher talks about her favorite new TV show and an old film from her childhood, while James discovered a new folk band. Sponsors Utter Nonsense: Ever wondered what it's like to see your friend orgasm or take a poop?  Reveal these mysteries and more with the Chicago-born party game, Utter Nonsense. Currently available at Target stores nationwide. Thanks to the Chicago Podcast Cooperative for hooking up this week’s sponsor! You can also donate at openended.fm/donate or become a member at patreon.com/openended, starting at $1 a month! Also the lovely folks at Cards Against Humanity are looking for an intern. You should apply at cardsagainsthumanity.com/intern Disclaimer: Explicit Language is used in this episode Conversation Notes Austin, Texas, USA Capitalism Endorsements Soundcloud Content blockers for iOS 9 Google Chrome "White List" The New Yorker Harvard Business Review The Wall Street Journal Photoshop The Wall Street Journal The Economist Chicago Tribune Shrm Spotify vs Apple Music Donations This Week in Blackness Radio Black Guy Who Tips Podcast Gimlet Media WTF with Marc Maron Pandora Rdio Two Dots Our New Facebook Page Chicago Podcast Coop Shoutout Campaign: In the CAMPAIGN podcast a small, consistent group of Chicago improvisers play through an ongoing role-playing game set in the Star Wars universe. It's hosted by Kat Kuhl. Open Call: The After-show Cher: Transparent and Head of State James: Stoned by Widowspeak