Death and Taxes | The Rick Burgess Show | 4/15/26 | Ep. 311

In this episode of The Rick Burgess Show, Rick and his team tackle a mix of timely topics, starting with the annual tax deadline—'tax day'—and the cultural shift in how Americans view financial responsibility. Rick reflects on the irony of the phrase 'death and taxes,' tracing its roots to Benjamin Franklin, while humorously critiquing the invisible nature of payroll deductions that shield people from the true cost of government. He shares a personal story about being pressured by his wife to try liver and beef tallow, a nod to the 'liver king' trend, and admits to being mentally unprepared for the meal despite its potential health benefits. The conversation then pivots to a controversial moment on The View, where guest Joy Behar incorrectly labeled Jesus as narcissistic for claiming to be the Messiah, sparking a broader discussion on the misuse of psychological terms and the dangers of online outrage. The episode also covers serious real-world events, including the cancellation of Erica Kirk’s speaking engagement at the University of Georgia due to death threats, highlighting the growing climate of fear on college campuses. Later, the hosts reflect on the tragic story of Baby Jessica, now 40 and arrested for domestic violence, and share a lighthearted moment about a beaver that wandered into a grocery store in Alberta, Canada, sparking a viral moment. The episode closes with a nostalgic look at chocolate history and a movie about Milton Hershey, blending humor with deeper reflections on legacy, responsibility, and the power of storytelling.