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"Turn On The News" is the weekly newscast from the fictional Radio Network, with parody radio coverage of the radio and its headlines. Now with computerized news readers, and fewer meddling reporters, plus aggregated reporting, and automated music. Tune in "Turn On The News" each week for the latest news, radio art, and more from our robot reporters, making sure you hear both sides -- good and evil -- every time you "Turn On The News."

This week: "Breaking the PACT." This week the veterans are left behind. Thanks for the songs from Husker Du ("Turn On The News"), Bruce Springsteen ("Born in the U.S.A."), and The O'Jays ("Backstabbers"). Clips and excerpts from Stephen Colbert; Jon Stewart; Jake Tapper; and Ted Cruz. Episode 080.