Redskins Trademark, GM Recalls and the History of Booze

The US Patent Office revokes the Redskins’ trademark. GM CEO testifies before Congress on major recalls by the company. We get the history of booze from author Adam Rogers. And, a look at the world of tech, from Amazon smartphones to smell-o-texting.

Today on Press Play, a look at the ramifications - both legal and otherwise - of the ruling by the US Patent Office that revokes the Redskins’ trademark. And GM CEO Mary Barra testifies before Congress today on a spate of major recalls by the company. Next, a look at the remaining Supreme Court cases. There are two weeks left in the session and there are a few blockbuster decisions pending. Then: bottoms up! We’ll get the history of booze from author Adam Rogers. Finally, a look at the world of tech, from Amazon smartphones to smell-o-texting. 

Banner Image: Washington Redskins quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) celebrates after his touchdown run with team mate Josh Morgan (15) during the second half of their NFL football game against the Dallas Cowboys in Landover, Maryland December 30, 2012. REUTERS/Jonathan Ernst 

From this Episode:

Credits

Host:

Madeleine Brand

Producers:

Andrew Walsh, Christian Bordal, Matt Holzman, Jolie Myers, Anna Scott