• June 28, 2024 - Debate Breakdown: Softball Moderators, Biden's failing mental state, Potential VP Pick, WW1
    Jun 28 2024

    In this episode, we dive deep into the first presidential debate, discussing everything from the moderators' leniency to Biden's mental acuity, and Trump's mention of Sen. Tim Scott, hinting at a possible VP choice. In this day in history, we explore two bookend events that frame WWI: the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand and the signing of the Treaty of Versailles.

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    47 mins
  • June 27, 2024 - Debate Details, Abortion Supreme Court Opinion Leaked, Potential SAG Strike over AI, Route 66
    Jun 27 2024

    In this episode we discussed the details of the first presidential debate on CNN. We also cover the troubling story of yet another Supreme Court opinion on abortion being leaked early, following the earlier Dobbs leak. Next, we explore the potential SAG-AFTRA strike over studios' use of AI in video games, which threatens to replace human actors. We then highlight NASA's upcoming "Planet Parade" this weekend and how you can catch a glimpse of this celestial event. Finally, in our "This Day in History" segment, we discuss the decommissioning of Route 66 and its lasting impact on American culture.

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    37 mins
  • June 26, 2024 - Companies scale back Pride products, Dep't State v. Munoz, Squad Member Loses Primary, United Nations
    Jun 26 2024

    In this episode, we start by discussing how national companies are scaling back or entirely forgoing LGBTQ-themed pride products during Pride Month this year due to several successful conservatives boycotts over the past year. Next, we analyze the recent Supreme Court decision in the immigration case Dep't of State v. Munoz, exploring its implications for the fundamental right to marriage and how it intersects with President Biden's recent immigration executive orders. We also cover the political shakeup as "Squad" member Rep. Jamaal Bowman lost his primary election bid in a contest that cost over $20 million. Lastly, in our "This Day in History" segment, we reflect on the founding of the United Nations.

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    40 mins
  • June 25, 2024 - Juliam Assange, Trump Prosecutor gets Admonished by Judge, Stanley Cup Final, Custer's Last Stand
    Jun 25 2024

    In this episode, we discussed Julian Assange finally pleading guilty in a Federal Court of his choosing in exchange for essentially no punishment. We then examine the recent controversy surrounding a prosecutor in Trump's Mar-a-Lago case, who lost decorum during a motions hearing while seeking another gag order on Trump. Shifting to sports, we celebrate the Florida Panthers' thrilling victory in the Stanley Cup Final, marking their first-ever championship win and noting how hockey remains one of the few sports that hasn't succumbed to political influences. Finally, in our "This Day in History" segment, we explore the historic Battle of the Little Bighorn, also known as Custer's Last Stand.

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    39 mins
  • Supreme Court Special Hour 2: Illegal Homelessness, Abortions for the Health of the Mother, States Stockpiling Abortion Pills, James Chaney Murder
    Jun 21 2024

    In this special two-hour episode of "The Full Story," we break down the significant cases coming from the Supreme Court this term. In the first hour, we discuss:

    • Grants Pass v. Johnson - Court reviews constitutionality of criminal penalties for being homeless as violations of the 8th Amendment protection against cruel and unusual punishment.
    • Moyle v. United States - Court reviews challenge by Department of Justice regarding whether Idaho's abortion law (which prevents all abortions except those for rape, incest, or life of the mother) is preempted by the Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act which mandates that hospitals that receive Medicare funds must treat patients regardless of ability to pay.
    • Liberal States that are stockpiling Abortion Pill mifepristone due to fears of a Donald Trump presidency.

    Finally, we reflect on this day in history, covering the ratification of the U.S. Constitution and the 1964 murders of civil rights workers James Chaney, Michael Schwerner, and Andrew Goodman, discussing their profound impact on the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

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    38 mins
  • Supreme Court Special Hour 1: Trump Immunity, Federal Law Charged against Jan. 6 Defendants, Restraining Orders and Guns, Bump Stocks
    Jun 21 2024

    In this special two-hour episode of "The Full Story," we break down the significant cases coming from the Supreme Court this term. In the first hour, we discuss:

    • Trump v. United States: Examining whether President Trump's actions regarding the 2020 election are protected by presidential immunity.
    • Fischer v. United States: Court look sat whether the Sarbanes-Oxley act (originally passed after the Enron case) can be used against Jan. 6 defendants (and by extension Trump) for disrupting congress for a few hours.
    • United States v. Rahimi: Challenging a federal law that bars individuals with restraining orders from possessing firearms.
    • Garland v. Cargill: The Court's decision that bump stocks are not classified as machine guns.
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    39 mins
  • June 20, 2024: Trump Traills Biden in Poll, White House calls Netanyahu a liar, "Cheapfakes" of Biden
    Jun 20 2024

    In this episode, we delve into a recent national poll by Fox News revealing Trump trailing Biden by two points, highlighting the strongest demographics for each candidate. We also discuss a controversial video published on X (formerly Twitter) by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, where he claims the U.S. has halted weapon shipments, and the White House's response essentially calling his statement a lie. Additionally, we explore how Democrats are labeling videos of Biden that suggest his declining mental acuity as "cheapfakes." Finally, in our "This Day in History" segment, we look back at the creation of the Great Seal of the United States

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    40 mins
  • June 19, 2024 - Juneteenth, Nvidia and A.I., McDonalds and A.I., Biden Freezes Again, North Korea and Russia Meeting
    Jun 19 2024

    In this episode, we dive into the history of Juneteenth and explore why it should be celebrated as a holiday marking freedom from bondage. We also discuss the meteoric rise of Nvidia's valuation and the pivotal role of AI in shaping the future, despite some hiccups, like those at McDonald's. We also play the most recent freeze-up of President Biden where he forgets the name of his own Security of Homeland Security, and lastly we cover the meeting between Vladimir Putin and Kim Jung-un and what it could mean for the United States.

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    40 mins