P.I.D. Radio 1/21/11: Betelgeuse! Betelgeuse! Betelgeuse!

INTERNET DOOM seekers have picked up on a story from Australia about the red supergiant star Betelgeuse and spun it into a dire warning of impending destruction in 2012.  First, it's based on a careless reading of the story; second, if it does happen, it might not be for another million years.  Personally, we're more concerned with the threat posed by the Green Bay Packers' offense. Also: Yellowstone caldera bulges; Dubai islands for the rich sink; and Judge John Roll died a hero.