Tooning Out The News Season 1 Episode 39 6/25/20 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Justin Jackson)

Tooning Out the News is a show that centers around an animated newsroom, where real-life news is satirized by a cast of animated characters. In the thirty-ninth episode of season one titled "6/25/20 VIRTUE SIGNAL (Justin Jackson)," the show once again dives deep into current events and adds a comedic twist to the stories that viewers may already know about.

The episode includes various segments that span around three to five minutes each, with each segment poking fun at a different news topic. Following the show's general format, there are several recurring characters who make regular appearances to comment on the news, including an anchorman, reporters, and correspondents.

One of the segments of the show focuses on the recent trend of "virtue signaling." For those who may not know, virtue signaling is the act of expressing moral values in order to look good to others, often done to gain social or political points. The segment takes aim at those who use virtue signaling as a way to assert their superiority over others.

Another segment follows a recent controversy surrounding Los Angeles Lakers basketball player, Justin Jackson, who claimed that there was a "coordinated system of oppression" against him. The segment satirizes this by having one of the animated characters claim that they too have been a victim of a coordinated system of oppression, but in their case, it was for being addicted to "Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets."

In another segment, the show tackles a recent statement by Republican senator Tommy Tuberville that he believes a higher power is responsible for the recent successful launch of SpaceX's rocket. The show uses this as an opportunity to make satirical comments on the issue of religion's role in politics.

One recurring character in particular, James Smartwood, returns in this episode to comment on several news stories. For example, in one segment, he mocks the recent announcement by President Trump about bringing back fireworks at Mount Rushmore and it being "the largest fireworks display in history." He remarks on how fireworks might not be the best thing to add to a place where the carved faces of former presidents are, noting that it might irritate Abraham Lincoln.

In another segment, James Smartwood satirizes the recent controversy over the removal of historical statues of figures associated with slavery and racism. In his usual exaggerated style, he goes on a rant about how ridiculous it is to take down statues because they don't align with current values and principles.

In addition to these segments, the show includes many other jokes and satirical comments about recent news events, including topics such as the coronavirus, police reform, and the 2020 presidential election. Overall, the episode showcases the show's unique blend of news and humor, making it a must-watch for anyone interested in political satire.