Episodios

  • About RNC and Joe Biden (RECORDED BEFORE HE DROPPED OUT) Live in Milwaukee
    Jul 23 2024

    **RECORDED BEFORE THE BIDEN DROPOUT**


    LIVE IN MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN... the gang discusses the Republican National Convention and the MAGA-dominated Republican Party. There is speculation about the possibility of Joe Biden dropping out and a contested Democratic convention.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Comparing the Convention to Des Moines

    06:10 Recapping the Republican National Convention

    11:58 Analyzing the Shifts in the Republican Party

    19:12 The Cover Band and Hulk Hogan's Entrance

    24:55 Analyzing Trump's Speech: Planned vs. Improvised

    46:48 The Possibility of a Contested Convention

    52:21 The Uncertainty and Consequences of the Election

    01:37:52 Tipping Points for Trump's Popularity

    01:50:02 The Mishandling of the Economy by the Biden Administration

    01:55:14 Living together as friends and navigating conflicts

    02:01:02 Michelle Obama's potential political role



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  • About the Trump Assassination Attempt and JD Vance
    Jul 18 2024

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    Recorded in Milwaukee on July 17th


    The gang discusses the attempt to kill President Trump in Butler, PA and what ramifications the discourse around him did or didn't have.


    They then go over the record and rhetoric of JD Vance, who accepted the nomination for vice president at the Republican National Convention last night.


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    1 h y 43 m
  • About Invoking the 25th Amendment on Biden and Teaching the Bible in Schools
    Jul 11 2024

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    The gang explore the possibility of invoking the 25th Amendment and the concerns about Biden's fitness for office. They also touch on the media's coverage of Biden's condition and the lack of transparency from the White House. They also discuss the directive by Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters to teach the Bible in public schools.


    Chapters


    00:00 The Importance (or Lack Thereof) of Outfit Choices

    12:13 Controversy Surrounding Joe Biden's Cognitive Abilities

    31:45 Limited Options for Addressing Concerns about Biden's Health

    52:55 The Potential Scandals Surrounding the Biden Family

    01:09:26 Teaching the Bible in Public Schools

    01:19:33 The Chevron Deference and the Ninth Amendment




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    1 h y 38 m
  • About Biden Dropping Out and Presidential Immunity
    Jul 4 2024

    The gang discuss is the concern about Joe Biden's performance in the presidential debate and his ability to serve as president due to his apparent cognitive decline. They debate whether Biden should stay the course, refuse the nomination, or resign as president.


    The conversation discusses the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity and the impact it may have on future prosecutions of former presidents.


    Chapters


    06:41 Debate Performance and Implications for the Democratic Party


    57:10 Debate on the implications of the ruling: abuse of power vs. protection


    01:17:56 Debating the Chevron Doctrine


    01:30:22 The Role of Billionaires in Society


    01:43:02 Richard Nixon's Perspective on Presidential Immunity



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    1 h y 45 m
  • About Julian Assange and Paywalls (and Debates)
    Jun 27 2024

    The gang discusses the upcoming presidential debate and the frustrations with the corporate media's control over the event. Also, the release of Julian Assange from prison and the implications for press freedom. Finally, the New York Times' plan to put its top podcast behind a paywall.


    Chapters


    00:00 Surviving the Texas Heat

    32:51 Impartiality and Corporate Influence in the Debate Format

    42:18 The Case of Julian Assange

    01:04:54 The New York Times' Paywall

    01:18:01 The Power Dynamics of Influential Individuals



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    1 h y 43 m
  • About Cheap Fakes and Banning SUV Advertisements in Scotland
    Jun 20 2024

    The gang discusses the concept of 'cheap fakes' in relation to Joe Biden and the unfairness of manipulating videos to misrepresent his actions. It also touches on the concerns about Biden's cognitive decline and the need for a more capable leader.


    Also, the effectiveness of advertising bans, using the example of banning fossil fuel advertisements in Edinburgh.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Setting the Tone

    20:51 Unfair Portrayal: The Concept of 'Cheap Fakes'

    28:54 Concerns about Biden's Cognitive Abilities

    34:45 The Limitations of the Democratic Party

    39:22 The Importance of a Capable Leader

    47:38 The Impact of Banning Fossil Fuel Advertisements

    58:51 The Potential Effect of Advertising Bans

    01:09:28 Addressing Pollution and the Need for Awareness

    01:23:54 Uncovering Media Bias

    01:31:25 The Role of Non-Profits in Journalism

    01:38:20 The Influence of Billionaires

    01:46:25 The Challenges Faced by Local Newspapers

    01:53:58 Updates on the Libertarian Party's Campaign


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    2 h y 3 m
  • About Corporate Media's Death Spiral and Project 2025
    Jun 13 2024

    The gang discusses the decline of the Washington Post and the challenges faced by traditional media outlets. Also, Project 2025, a policy plan from right-wing groups outlining potential changes for a second Trump administration. Is it the doom of the Republic?


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction: Four Kinds of French People


    10:42 The Decline of the Washington Post and Traditional Media


    23:15 The Importance of Local Journalism and its Decline


    25:38 Exploring New Models for the Future of Media


    30:17 The Future of Journalism and the Potential Impact of Jeff Bezos Selling The Washington Post


    36:46 Challenges and New Models for Local Journalism


    50:38 Analyzing Project 2025: A Policy Plan for a Second Trump Administration


    01:08:10 The Blurred Lines Between Campaign Literature and Taxpayer-Funded Materials


    01:14:00 Taking Allegations Seriously and Going Through the Judicial Process


    01:16:25 The Illusory Truth Effect: When Lies Become Believable


    01:23:42 Understanding the Midlife Crisis: A Data-Driven Perspective



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    1 h y 44 m
  • About Trump's Felony Convictions and the Libertarian Party Convention
    Jun 6 2024

    The gang delves into the legal and political implications of the Trump trial, exploring the themes of presidential immunity, political motivations, and the impact on the upcoming election. The conversation then covers their experience at the Libertarian Party convention, the selection of the party's nominee, the dynamics between different factions within the party, and the future prospects of the party.



    Chapters


    00:00 Insights from Poker with Hedge Fund Billionaires


    03:18 The Trump Convictions and Trial Fairness


    10:33 Fundraising Impact on the 2024 Election


    59:21 Libertarian Party Convention and Voter Behavior


    01:13:09 Inside the Libertarian Party Convention: Nominee Selection and Factional Dynamics


    01:19:13 Challenges and Divisions: Understanding the Internal Dynamics of the Libertarian Party


    01:26:16 Future Prospects: Exploring Potential Candidates and Aspirations for the Libertarian Party


    01:41:12 Libertarianism and Political Landscape


    01:42:54 Democracy, Presidential Nominees, and Challenges


    01:54:58 Reflection on Historical Figures and Modern Discourse


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    2 h y 16 m