We're Not Wrong: Recent Episodes
Andrew Heaton, Jen Briney, Justin Young
Jen Briney, Andrew Heaton and Justin Robert Young discuss the world of politics, government and media. They have never, and will never, be incorrect about anything.
The gang discuss the decline of cable news ratings for this version of the Trump administration. Since MSNBC and CNN might be for sale they reimagine news networks with innovative programming ideas including weather, puppets and Jerry Springer-like conflict.
They then discuss standing desks because it has nothing to do with politics.
Chapters
17:51 Biden and Trump's Relationship
24:58 The Decline of Cable News Ratings
40:05 Innovative Programming Ideas for News
01:01:40 Health Implications of Sitting vs. Standing
01:25:17 Trump Fears: Part Two
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The gang discusses 45 becoming 47.
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The gang discusses Jeff Bezo's decision to spike a Kamala Harris endorsement at the Washington Post. Also, Tony Hinchcliffe and Joe Biden exchange insult humor.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Current Location
11:51 Bezos and the Post Non-Endorsement
55:05 Hinchcliffe Joke Too Far?
01:19:50 Emails
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Chapters
00:00 Podcasting Challenges and Personal Experiences
11:02 Southwest Airlines Stock and Listener Engagement
21:41 Trump's Upcoming Interview with Joe Rogan
52:33 The Psychology of Doom Scrolling
01:14:11 The Dangers of Online Arguments
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The gang discusses politicians running away from 2020 and the most popular restaurant in Austin being fake.
Chapters
00:00 Moving to Washington D.C.
08:01 Investing in Southwest Airlines
15:15 Political Flip-Flopping
49:14 Engaging with Elected Representatives
01:06:30 Consequences of Climate Change and Governance
01:43:13 Third Party Politics and Future Discussions
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The gang delve into various pressing political issues, including the impact of misinformation on disaster relief, the use of AI in political campaigns, the need for electoral reform, and the dynamics of modern political debates.
Chapters
00:00 Christmas Choir and Nostalgia
03:14 Music and Cultural Shifts
11:54 Disinformation and Climate Change
58:15 AI in Political Debates: Fair or Foul?
01:32:57 Political Rhetoric and Public Perception
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The gang discusses the VP Debate, focusing on JD Vance's and Tim Walz' performance. Also, what is the line between campaigning during disaster relief and affecting the actual clean up effort?
Chapters
00:00 World War III and Middle Eastern Tensions
11:07 Vice Presidential Debate Insights
26:47 Trade Policies and Economic Strategies
33:01 Housing Policy and Climate Change Discussions
50:50 The Dynamics of Political Debates
55:17 JD Vance's Debate Performance and Implications
01:00:45 The Aftermath of January 6th and Its Political Ramifications
01:05:21 Trump's Political Strategy and Media Manipulation
01:11:35 Criticism of Federal Response During Emergencies
01:20:00 The Intersection of Politics and Governance
01:25:44 Red Lines in Political Support
01:39:08 Understanding Government Paternalism and Class Warfare
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The gang discusses Nude Africa superuser Mark Robinson and the fallout of his posting scandal. Also, is Mitt Romney leaving the country if Trump wins?
Chapters
00:00 Injuries and Nostalgia: A Lighthearted Start
03:07 C-SPAN and Community Engagement
11:58 Mark Robinson: Controversy and Political Fallout
20:47 Mitt Romney: Reflections on Politics and Retirement
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The gang discusses the second assassination attempts on Donald Trump, the media's reaction, and the implications of political rhetoric on violence. Also, Israel's attack on Hezbollah by exploding pagers.
Chapters
00:00 Puff Daddy's Controversial Parties
08:57 Listener Gifts
19:07 Trump's Assassination Attempt
49:58 Hezbollah's Retaliation and Regional Tensions
01:23:59 Healthcare Policy and the Affordable Care Act
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The gang explores the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate, the implications of Dick Cheney's endorsement of Harris, and the broader themes of voter dynamics and coalition building in the upcoming election. Also, Hawaii.
Chapters
00:00 From Grumpiness to Baby Care
08:40 Surprising Endorsement from Dick Cheney
01:05:09 Hawaii: The Happiest State
01:29:18 The Orwellian Behavior of Political Parties
01:35:15 The Changing Landscape of Cable Television
01:41:33 Football and Future Podcast Episodes
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The gang discuss AOC's criticism of Jill Stein and the Green Party. They debate the effectiveness of third parties and the strategies they employ. Jen argues that AOC's criticism is factually inaccurate and stems from bitterness, while Heaton suggests that AOC's approach of working within the Democratic Party has been more effective in achieving change.
Also, they discuss the decline of the pay TV industry and the impact on cable and streaming services. The conversation concludes with a conversation about the oversaturation of television shows and the future of the industry.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and AOC's Criticism of Jill Stein
27:57 AOC: Sellout or Smart Operator?
43:46 The Decline of the Pay TV Industry
55:51 The Future of Television
01:03:41 The Great Taco Debate
01:05:22 The Classification of the UK and Europe
01:09:00 Regulating Platforms like Telegram
01:17:51 The Presidential Debates: Format and Speculation
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The gang discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s decision to suspend his campaign and endorse Donald Trump and the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France over the weekend surrounding criminal activity by users of his messaging app.
Chapters
00:02:45 Jen and Heaton's DNC Experience
00:20:03 RFK Jr. Drops Out and Endorses Donald Trump
00:43:34 Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Arrested in France
01:02:06 On the Chicago Episode
01:05:24 On Profit Caps
01:30:27 On Patreon's Billing Changes
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The gang discuss a range of topics including Heaton's experience working with dolphins, their attendance at a media party, price gouging in the food industry, and the recent changes to Patreon's billing system.
Chapters
00:00 Dolphin Stories and Lazy Dolphins
01:37 The Extravagant Media Party
10:03 Price Gouging in the Food Industry
34:00 Patreon's Billing System
56:17 Supreme Court Case: Schneider v. United States
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The gang discusses the decision by journalistic outlets to not publish hacked information from the Trump campaign, with the Trump campaign suggesting Iranian involvement. Also, should sports betting be legalized nationwide?
Chapters
13:51 Announcing the Chicago Show and the Democratic National Convention
32:25 The Decision Not to Publish Hacked Information: Ethical Considerations
41:40 Hunter Biden Controversy and Foreign Influence
51:46 Debate on Legalizing Sports Betting
01:15:01 Exploring Gun Control Perspectives
01:34:48 The Condom Quota at the Olympics
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A federal judge has ruled that Google illegally maintained a monopoly in online search by abusing its dominant market position, the gang discuss! They also chat about the selection of Tim Walz as the Democratic nominee for vice president and the reasons behind the decision. They analyze the electoral implications and policy positions of Walz, particularly on guns. In this final part of the conversation, Justin and Heaton discuss the child tax credit, Tim Walz's progressive stance on guns, the portrayal of politicians in the media, and the importance of trusting politicians' actions rather than their words. They also touch on the selection of Kamala Harris as Joe Biden's running mate and the need for voters to critically evaluate campaign messaging. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about movies and the concept of 'weirdness' in politics.
Chapters
00:00 Google's Monopoly in Online Search
19:03 Dominant Market Share and Anti-Competitive Practices
31:59 Antitrust Legislation and Monopoly Maintenance
48:25 Tim Walz: The Strategic Pick for Vice President
01:00:53 Analyzing Tim Walz's Policy Positions on Guns
01:11:13 Politics as a Blood Sport and the Concept of 'Weirdness'
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We have a new election!
The gang discuss the Democratic Party's role in choosing candidates and the lack of a democratic process. They also touch on Kamala Harris's record and policy positions, highlighting her progressive stances during the primary.
It also explores the use of the term 'weird' to brand opponents. The discussion highlights the different connotations of 'weird' and the potential impact on voters. In this final part of the conversation, the principal themes discussed include the role of permission structures in political decision-making, JD Vance's potential appeal to swing voters in Rust Belt states, the importance of feelings over policy in elections, and the need for a nuanced understanding of candidates beyond surface-level labels.
Chapters
00:00 Personal Anecdotes
05:52 Reviewing the Democratic Nomination Process
11:33 Kamala Harris as the Vice Presidential Candidate
18:21 The Lack of Democracy in the Democratic Party
24:35 Racially Segregated Zoom Calls for Kamala Harris
58:25 The Dual Nature of 'Weird'
01:04:04 The Impact of Personal Identification
01:06:19 The Influence of Permission Structures on Political Beliefs
01:19:41 The Importance of Empathy in Political Discourse
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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The gang arrive in DC. They tour the capitol! They can't get the AC to work!
First, they judge Supreme Court justice Samuel Alito's choice of flags. Should he recuse himself from cases involving January 6th?
Second, Nikki Haley has bent the knee to Donald Trump. Should we be surprised?
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00:00 Life in the Nation's Capital
04:35 Exploring the Capitol
13:21 Judges and Political Statements
15:12 Legitimacy of the Judiciary
43:03 Media Narratives and Public Perception
46:50 Ethical Considerations in Judicial Actions
53:21 Political Strategies and Alliances
59:08 The Role of Media in Policy Coverage and Informed Decision-Making
01:04:52 Navigating Student Loan Relief and Marijuana Legalization
01:08:58 The Role of Government and Constitutional Amendments
01:10:08 Voting Frequency and Government Functioning
01:19:49 Laws Expiring and Governance
01:26:32 Insights into Political and Social Issues
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They also touch on the economic policies of Javier Milei in Argentina and the debate around austerity measures. The conversation explores the need for better work-life balance laws in the United States, particularly regarding paid time off (PTO). Also, the difference between psychopaths, sociopaths, and narcissists, and the need for independent debates in politics.
00:00 Beverage Preferences and Zoning Reforms
07:10 Andrew Heaton's Unexpected Role at the Libertarian Party Convention
21:44 The Impact of Milei Shock Therapy on Argentina's Economy
29:12 The Challenges and Trade-Offs of Rebooting an Economy
48:12 The Reluctance of Americans to Take Paid Time Off
52:30 The Need for Better Work-Life Balance Laws
59:02 The Benefits of Flexible Work Schedules and Project-Based Work
01:01:59 The Role of Cultural Norms
01:04:49 Exploring Alternative Uses of Social Security
01:07:21 Lighthearted Banter
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We have breaking news! Debates are happening!
The gang discusses the Commission on Presidential Debates and the decision by the Biden campaign to cut ties with them. They also express their opinions on the proposed format for the debates and the need for more transparency in the process. The conversation discusses the history and flaws of the Commission on Presidential Debates (CPD) and the potential changes to the format of the upcoming debates.
They then discuss Democratic Party and the upcoming DNC convention and their reported plan to minimize possible protest by virtualizing parts of the programming. The conversation also touches on the lack of excitement for Joe Biden and the Democratic Party's failure to address the concerns of their voters.
00:00 Light Banter and Drug Use in San Francisco
12:24 Cutting Out the Commission: A New Era for Presidential Debates
22:30 Including Third-Party Candidates
24:58 Debate Format: Microphone Cutoffs and No Audience
25:06 Timing of the Debates: Does It Really Matter?
26:48 Debating the Inclusion of Third-Party Candidates
29:21 Criticism of the Commission on Presidential Debates
30:05 Strategies for Biden and Trump in the Debates
36:30 Analyzing Potential VP Picks for Trump
52:19 Exploring Potential Candidates for the 2024 Presidential Election
57:43 Challenges and Strategies for the Democratic Party's Convention
01:13:31 Frustration with the Democratic Party's Lack of a Clear Platform
01:23:49 The Importance of a Strong and Cohesive Message in Politics
01:24:53 The Dangers of Brain Worms and DNC Hit Jobs
01:26:16 Violence in Germany and the Impact of Social Media
01:28:37 The Unintended Consequences of Credit Card Regulations
01:30:58 The Limitations of Public Transportation Systems
01:32:29 Karaoke Songs for Baritones
01:35:10 Bringing Back Blimps as a Transportation Option
01:39:08 Upcoming Episodes: New York Times Polls, Poverty Alleviation, and the Palestine Issue
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The gang discusses the Durbin Marshall credit card bill and its potential impact on consumers and businesses. The bill aims to introduce competition in the credit card industry by allowing businesses to choose payment networks other than Visa and MasterCard. Proponents argue that this will lower costs and benefit consumers, while critics warn that it could lead to the reduction or elimination of credit card rewards programs.
They also discuss trains.
00:00 Introduction and Host Banter
09:20 Discussion of the Durbin Marshall credit card bill
28:43 The lobbying efforts of big retailers and airlines
32:59 The potential consequences of the bill for consumers
34:47 The Impact of the Durbin Amendment
38:38 Trains!
46:11 The Importance of Application and Better Infrastructure
01:08:34 Subsidizing Trains
01:14:35 The Challenges of Homeownership
01:17:32 Streamlining Plane Safety Instructions
01:21:44 Reviving the Whig Party
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The Gang discuss the upcoming Libertarian National Convention and the surprising announcement that former President Donald Trump will be speaking at the event. The conversation then shifts to the motion to vacate Speaker Mike Johnson, led by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene and Representative Thomas Massie.
The conversation concludes with a discussion on the reclassification of marijuana and the potential impact on the industry and society. In this conversation.
00:00 Donald Trump Announcement
14:39 Motion to Vacate
46:21 Weed Reclassification
1:17:53 Emails
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The gang discuss the newly passed TikTok bill, which mandates the sale of TikTok from its Chinese parent company, ByteDance, and potentially ban the app if a sale doesn't occur within a year. Does it stand up to legal scrutiny?
We then discuss women's pain and the need for a more nuanced approach to its assessment and treatment in the medical field. The lack of research and understanding of women's health issues is highlighted, along with the importance of investing in women's health research to achieve gender equality in healthcare.
00:00 The Best Dressed Men in America
13:20 The TikTok Bill and Its Implications
39:19 The Potential Ban of TikTok and Its Political Ramifications
56:03 Addressing Women's Pain in Medicine: The Need for Research and Understanding
01:06:40 Challenges in Women's Healthcare: Lack of Attention and Time Constraints
01:17:32 A Nuanced Approach to Pain Assessment and Treatment Decisions
01:26:23 Podcast Update: Season Two of Jury More
01:49:26 Organizing Political Party Conventions: A Daunting Task
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Justin Robert Young, Jen Briney and Andrew Heaton discuss various topics, including Justin's announcement of his wife's pregnancy, the decline in tax refunds, and the impeachment proceedings against Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas.
00:00 Introduction and Announcement of Pregnancy
09:22 The Decline in Tax Refunds and Changes in the Tax System
38:19 The Impeachment Proceedings Against Alejandro Mayorkas
45:36 The Role of Congress in Immigration
54:09 The Need for Term Limits
01:06:07 Running for Office
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The gang discuss the recent eclipse, the FISA debate, and the importance of presidential debates. Also, your Gaza emails...
The hosts share their experiences of the eclipse and discuss the significance of the event. They then delve into the FISA debate, highlighting the history and controversies surrounding Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act.
Finally, they discuss the value and effectiveness of presidential debates, with one host expressing skepticism and the other acknowledging their historical significance. The conversation explores the potential changes that could be made to improve the presidential debates. They discuss the historical significance of debates and the value of seeing candidates go head-to-head.
The conversation ends with your emails on the Israel-Palestine conflict and the significance of the hostages in shaping perspectives. In this final part of the conversation, the hosts address some feedback and reflect on the emotional nature of the discussion. They emphasize the importance of understanding different perspectives and engaging in civil debate. They also discuss the need to challenge one's own beliefs and avoid intellectual laziness. The hosts express their gratitude for the support and understanding of their audience.
00:00 The Magical Atmosphere of the Eclipse
12:03 The Controversy Surrounding Section 702 of FISA
38:06 The Decline of Presidential Debates
49:11 Proposed Changes to Improve Debates
01:14:12 Considering the Perspective of Hostages
01:41:18 The Importance of Civil Debate and Understanding Different Perspectives
01:50:22 Appreciating the Support and Understanding of Listeners
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The gang discusses the World Central Kitchen convoy attack in Gaza, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
00:00 Easter Traditions and Orthodox Easter
02:20 Communion Wafers and Rituals
09:21 World Central Kitchen Convoy Attack
15:51 Conflict in Gaza and Potential Land Grabs
39:20 Debating the Goals and Actions of the Israeli Government
45:00 Reevaluating American Foreign Policy in the Middle East
59:21 Addressing the Humanitarian Crisis and Long-standing Issues
01:01:09 Navigating Fear and Cowardice
01:03:17 Exploring Perspectives: Israeli Government and Hamas
01:06:53 Understanding the Historical Context
01:08:38 The Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza
01:10:44 Challenges of Discussing Controversial Topics
01:16:23 Hopes for Resolution and Rebuilding
01:29:45 The Complexity of Hostage Situations
01:34:32 Regulatory Capture and the Safety of Glyphosate
01:37:36 The Quirks of Pronunciation
01:53:57 Upcoming Episodes of Their Podcasts
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The gang discuss RFK Jr.'s presidential campaign and the selection of Nicole Shanahan as his VP pick. Also, the controversy surrounding NBC's hiring and firing of Ronna McDaniel.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
16:19 RFK Jr.'s Presidential Campaign
29:56 Nicole Shanahan's Background and Priorities
36:30 Shanahan's Donations to Democratic Candidates
36:59 The Potential Fallout of AOC's Speech
38:21 The Promises and Disappointments of Andrew Yang
39:45 The Gary Johnson Campaign and Low Moral Character
40:15 The Rebranding of Diddy
42:03 NBC's Controversial Hiring and Firing of Ronna McDaniel
43:33 The Backlash Against NBC's Decision
48:39 The Illiberal Stance of the Media
50:07 The Importance of Constructive Dialogue
54:01 The Lack of Standardization in EV Charging
01:13:42 Government Handouts to Corporations
01:15:00 Ownership of Charging Stations
01:16:15 Challenges of EV Charging
01:17:09 The Impact of Electric Scooters
01:17:34 Safety Concerns with Scooters
01:18:25 Longevity of Cars
01:20:20 The Environmental Impact of Cars
01:22:08 The Inefficiency of the New York Subway System
01:37:24 Funiculars and Other Transportation Systems
01:38:19 The Use of Chalk in Building Brackets
01:40:06 The Role of Helicopter Pilots in Government
01:41:35 The Delegation of Decision-Making to Executive Branch Agencies
01:42:30 The Ineffectiveness of the Inflation Reduction Act
01:44:15 The Role of Federal Regulators in Incentivizing Behavior
01:45:41 The Lack of Accountability in Congress
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Should Justice Sotomayor should retire? The gang explores!
Also, are we already past peak EV? This might be the first year we sell less of them then the year before. The gang discusses the lack of charging infrastructure for EVs, the role of government in EV charger installation, and the challenges faced by Hertz in maintaining its EV fleet.
Chapters
00:00 The Beach Debate
07:41 Upcoming Camping Trip
13:11 Near-Death Experience
35:46 The Structure of the Supreme Court
41:12 The Constitutionality of Abortion
42:08 Politicization of the Supreme Court
43:35 Misconceptions about the Supreme Court
44:04 Media Reporting on Supreme Court Decisions
45:25 Competency of Judges vs. Congress
50:03 Challenges of Electric Vehicle Adoption
51:25 Lack of Charging Infrastructure
52:14 Government Involvement in EV Chargers
53:43 Challenges of EV Adoption and Inflation Reduction Act
55:25 Hertz's Challenges with EV Fleet
56:16 Importance of Chargers for Businesses
58:12 Government Involvement in EV Chargers
01:00:57 Different Types of EV Chargers
01:04:31 Challenges of Building a National Train Network
01:09:45 Experience with Thunderstorms and Fire Alarms
01:11:11 Removing a Branch of the Federal Government
01:13:05 Feasibility of Train Travel in the US
01:19:59 Factors Affecting Train Travel in the US
01:22:22 The Need for Basic Infrastructure
01:23:14 Connecting Major Cities with Trains
01:24:21 Improving Bike Safety and Alternative Transportation
01:27:01 The Debate Over Terminology: Illegal Immigration
01:30:45 The Power of Words and Linguistic Manipulation
01:32:29 The Role of Words and Language in Society
01:34:11 The Euphemistic Treadmill and Offensive Language
01:36:21 The Impact of Words and Language on Perception
01:38:10 Expressing Opinions and Dealing with Reactions
01:41:29 The Broad Scope of the TikTok Bill
01:43:50 Concerns about TikTok's Algorithm and CCP Control
01:46:45 The Impact of the TikTok Bill on Other Apps
01:49:06 Understanding the Failures in Boeing's Audits
01:55:14 The Debate Over Double Contacts in Volleyball
01:59:45 The Tragic Story of Lester C. Hunt
02:01:36 The Lavender Scare and Thought Control
02:02:05 The Hypothetical Scenario of Presidential Deaths
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The gang discuss the challenges and controversies surrounding TikTok's ownership and the potential impact on national security. Jen, Justin and Heaton explore concerns about the potential control of platforms by Donald Trump and the dangers of giving the president the ability to cancel media outlets. The broad scope of the bill and its implications for any website or app owned by ByteDance are discussed. The potential fines for Apple, Google, and Oracle are highlighted, as well as the expansion of the bill beyond TikTok. The importance of the algorithm and the fear of losing control over American culture are examined.
The conversation also delves into the manufacturing problems faced by Boeing. The conversation discusses safety concerns with Boeing planes, including the changes in Boeing's operations and the challenges in fixing the problems.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Volleyball Bar
00:29 Coach Gordon Bombay and Dancing
01:06 Congressional Resignations
02:08 Continuing Resolutions and Omnibus Bills
03:06 RFK Jr. and Regulatory Capture
04:03 RFK Jr.'s Candidacy
05:01 Andrew Heaton Sports Question of the Week
05:41 RFK Jr.'s VP Candidacy Rumors
06:21 No Labels and Potential VP Candidates
07:46 TikTok Facing Ban in the US
08:25 CFIUS and TikTok's Future
09:20 RFK Jr.'s Presidential Campaign
10:12 No Labels and RFK Jr.'s VP Nomination
11:03 Bipartisan Support for RFK Jr.
12:01 Rebuttal Speeches
13:21 State of the Union Address
14:16 Impressions of Biden's Speech
15:05 Biden's Slurring and Heckling in Congress
16:30 Bipartisan Cheering and Reactions to Biden's Speech
19:55 Rebuttal Speeches and Political Tactics
22:25 TikTok's Legislation and Support
24:41 TikTok's Challenge in America
26:31 CFIUS and TikTok's Future
29:46 Concerns and Divestment of TikTok
33:18 Concerns about Trump's control over platforms
44:19 Fear of losing control over American culture
45:16 The origin point of media narratives
46:24 The influence of TikTok on national news
48:57 The timing of information from TikTok
49:57 TikTok as the origin point of media narratives
50:38 The influence of digital platforms on news
52:02 The need for credible evidence and whistleblowers
55:19 Transparency in algorithms
56:13 The danger of giving the executive branch power
58:35 Potential impact on Gen Z and parents
01:00:17 The danger of expanding executive power
01:03:09 The need for credible evidence from CFIUS
01:04:48 Potential market effects and whistleblower impact
01:06:12 Boeing's manufacturing problems
01:08:02 Safety concerns with Boeing
01:09:28 Changes in Boeing's operations
01:10:49 Monopoly issues and shareholder concerns
01:11:48 Challenges in fixing the problems
01:12:18 Issues with air traffic controllers and inspectors
01:13:13 Concerns from a pilot's perspective
01:13:41 Cover-up allegations and whistleblower
01:15:30 Regulation and accountability for Boeing
01:16:48 Nationalization or splitting up Boeing
01:17:17 The lack of a free market in the aerospace industry
01:18:41 The need for regulation and oversight
01:20:34 The safety of air travel and alternative transportation
01:26:49 Regulating congressional stock trading
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In this conversation, Justin, Jen and Heaton discuss various topics including personal fitness, weight loss medication, the use of drugs for optimization, political news, voting in elections, the Willy Wonka experience in Glasgow, and Nancy Pelosi's Nvidia play. They also touch on the issue of congressional stock trades and the need for regulations to prevent potential conflicts of interest. The conversation explores the influence of money in politics, the issue of conflict of interest and the revolving door between public and private sectors. It also discusses the underpayment of staffers and the impact of lobbying. The motivations for entering and staying in Congress are examined, as well as the issue of corruption and excessive spending. The conversation delves into the regulation of stock trading by Congress members and the need for transparency in reporting. The controversy surrounding Governor Gavin Newsom and the allegations of favoritism in the minimum wage law are also discussed, along with the economic impact of minimum wage increases and different approaches to setting minimum wage. The conversation covers topics such as the purpose of jobs, creating better jobs, eliminating bad jobs, the impact on workers, franchise businesses, fairness in employment, the politics of minimum wage, the influence of political parties and figures, the significance of uncommitted votes, the future of frozen heads, warmongering, the consequences of embryo personhood, and the economics of illegal immigration.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Personal Fitness
01:05 Discussion on Weight Loss Medication
03:34 The Adderall Revolution
04:22 The Benefits of Exercise
05:26 Political News: Kirsten Sinema and Nikki Haley
06:11 Voting in Elections
08:22 Discussion on Districts and Representatives
09:17 Discussion on Election Results
10:10 Protecting the Garden and State Referendums
11:21 The Willy Wonka Experience in Glasgow
13:07 Introduction to Nancy Pelosi's Nvidia Play
32:06 The Influence of Money in Politics
33:01 Conflict of Interest and Revolving Door
33:30 Underpaid Staffers and Lobbying
34:56 Motivations for Entering and Staying in Congress
35:23 Corruption and Excessive Spending
36:18 Regulating and Incentivizing Staffers
37:18 Regulating Stock Trading by Congress Members
38:14 Transparency and Reporting of Stock Trades
38:44 Unintended Consequences and Collateral Damage
41:34 Minimum Wage Law and Allegations of Favoritism
53:02 Controversy Surrounding Governor Gavin Newsom
54:00 Exemption in Minimum Wage Law
54:27 Denial of Wrongdoing and Support from Stakeholders
55:21 Economic Impact of Minimum Wage Increase
56:16 Different Approaches to Minimum Wage
57:40 Collective Bargaining and Market Variance
59:07 Price Controls and Inflation
01:00:32 Impact on Small Businesses and Competition
01:02:51 Effects on Fast Food Workers and the Economy
01:09:29 Different Perspectives on Minimum Wage
01:23:01 The Death Penalty for White Collar Crimes
01:23:24 The Influence of Political Parties
01:24:17 The Influence of Political Figures
01:25:12 Independents in Politics
01:26:31 The Impact of Uncommitted Votes
01:27:55 Defining Warmongering
01:28:49 The Future of Frozen Heads
01:30:26 The Significance of Uncommitted Votes
01:31:19 The Two Types of Independents
01:33:38 Nikki Haley and Warmongering
01:37:53 The Consequences of Embryo Personhood
01:38:44 The Business of Cryonics
01:44:28 When is War Justified?
01:45:44 Nikki Haley and War Advocacy
01:46:57 The Economics of Illegal Immigration
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Justin, Jen and Andrew discuss various topics, including weather complaints, listener interaction, IVF controversy in Alabama, legal implications, and the need for legislative decision-making. They also touch on the recognition of public figures in public places and the evolving dynamics of the evangelical movement in politics. The controversy surrounding Fulton County District Attorney and the potential dismissal of the case against Donald Trump is analyzed, highlighting allegations of corruption and conflicts of interest. The conversation covers topics such as Republican black voters, the podcast Drink Champs, black people's perspective on Trump, data on who thinks Trump is most racist, conversations with black people in South Carolina, cigar bars and women's basketball in South Carolina, discussions on policing and respect for police, clarification on the term 'ring leader', asylum sorting rights and limitations, frustrations of a Chipotle employee, impressions of Miami Mayor Suarez, excessive fines and disqualifying crimes, Trump's loan fraud, and the importance of abiding by the law.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Weather Complaints
03:02
Listener Interaction and Recognition
05:25
Recognition in Public Places
07:20
IVF Controversy in Alabama
15:25
Legal Implications and Political Response
16:19
Discussion on the Alabama Supreme Court Ruling
29:39
The Need for Legislative Decision-Making
32:11
Evangelical Movement and Political Shifts
33:37
The Drift Towards Secularism
34:06
The Potential Impact of Abortion Laws
35:04
The Controversy Surrounding Fulton County District Attorney
42:10
Should Fulton County District Attorney be Dismissed?
42:16
The Allegations Against Fulton County District Attorney
43:07
The Conflict of Interest in the Trump Case
44:03
The Financial Aspect of the Case
44:29
The Corruption Allegations
45:26
The Implications of the Case
46:23
The Importance of the Trump Case
48:42
The Testimony and Drama in the Courtroom
50:46
The Selfishness of Holding onto Power
51:45
The Potential Outcome of the Case
52:42
The Testimony and Attorney-Client Privilege
56:26
The Geographical Broadness of Cell Phone Records
57:48
The Perjury and Lying in the Case
58:15
The Incompetence and Sloppiness in the Case
59:43
The Unlikely Removal of Fulton County District Attorney
01:00:40
The Potential Future of the Case
01:03:54
The Weakness of the Young Thug Trial
01:05:12
The Importance of the Trump Case
01:07:00
The Potential Impact of Trump Going to Jail
01:08:16
The Entertainment Value of the Case
01:09:44
Republican black voters and the podcast Drink Champs
01:10:42
Drink Champs and its political stance
01:11:11
Black people's perspective on Trump
01:12:05
Data on who thinks Trump is most racist
01:12:54
Conversations with black people in South Carolina
01:13:21
Cigar bars and women's basketball in South Carolina
01:14:31
Discussion on policing and respect for police
01:16:19
Clarification on the term 'ring leader'
01:37:43
Upcoming episodes of Politics, Politics, Politics and Congressional Dish
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Justin and Andrew discuss their recent press junket with Americans for Prosperity to the border and address ethical concerns. They also explore the composition of people crossing the border and the reasons behind their migration. The conversation includes the importance of listening to border patrol and diplomatic solutions, the need for walls in certain areas and diplomatic efforts, the impact of Trump's actions on immigration, the need for more reasoned dialogue and less racial politics. They continue with the financial penalty on Trump in a NY Civil Trial and its impact on his image, concerns about prosecutorial selection and excessive monetary damages, the impact of Trump's actions on banks and victims, and the victimless crime argument and the consequences of Trump's actions.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Wallace's Adventures
01:21
Considering New Life Choices
01:58
Low Energy Show
02:27
Justin's Influence and Travel Plans
03:25
Early Morning Flights
04:21
Political Campaigns and Dropping Out
05:18
The Grueling Process of Running for Office
06:14
Suspending Campaigns and Gathering Delegates
07:11
Choosing Primary Locations
51:15
Broken asylum system and high bar for asylum claims
52:39
The need for better logistics and enforcement
53:33
Majority of people show up for their asylum trials
54:29
Allowing legal immigrants to work and integrate into society
55:23
Trump's rhetoric and the divisive nature of the immigration debate
56:15
Listening to border patrol and diplomatic solutions
01:01:30
The need for walls in certain areas and diplomatic efforts
01:06:18
Trump's actions and the impact on immigration
01:11:54
The cruelty of the immigration debate and the need for a different conversation
01:13:23
The need for more reasoned dialogue and less racial politics
01:14:51
Trump's financial penalty and the impact on his image
01:19:05
Concerns about prosecutorial selection and excessive monetary damages
01:25:44
The impact of Trump's actions on banks and victims
01:27:31
The victimless crime argument and the consequences of Trump's actions
01:32:00
The monetary damages and the comparison to other crimes
01:33:24
The Systemic Issue of White Collar Crimes
01:34:17
Prosecutorial Element and Long-Term Implications
01:35:36
Consistent Prosecution of Bad Businessmen
01:36:30
Political Implications and Narrative
01:37:00
Implications on Other Cases and Public Perception
01:38:49
Two Tiers of Justice and Concerns
01:39:18
Trump's Criminal History and Public Perception
01:40:14
Trump's Responsibility for His Prosecution
01:41:00
Prosecutorial Motives and Political Implications
01:41:57
Inconsistency in Prosecution and Concerns
01:43:24
Rampant White-Collar Crime and the Bigger Problem
01:43:53
Lying on Loan Applications and the Perception of Crime
01:44:50
The Perception of Crimes and the Need for Consistency
01:45:44
Voting Against One's Own Interests
01:46:38
The Perception of Trump's Criminality and Political Narrative
01:47:36
Trump's Political Showmanship and Narrative
01:48:26
Concerns about Lawfare and Prosecutorial Motives
01:49:50
The Perception of Corruption and Keeping Classified Documents
01:50:42
Keeping Classified Documents and Memory
01:52:19
Voting Against One's Own Interests and Tribalism
01:54:55
02:26:08
Regional Culture and Politics
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The Gang discuss various topics including dick energy, communal dancing, RFK Jr.'s potential partnership with the Libertarian Party, and the last monocultural moment in our lifetime. They also analyze the record-breaking viewership of the Super Bowl and its significance in today's fragmented media landscape. The conversation covers topics such as the Taylor Swift effect on the Super Bowl, the impact of Super Bowl commercials, Biden's absence from the Super Bowl interview, the distraction caused by the Super Bowl, Jon Stewart's return to television, Tucker Carlson's interview with Putin, the examination of Mein Kampf and minstrel shows, the Russian perspective on NATO, Ukrainian agency, surprising election outcomes, and an interview with urbanist Alain Bertaud. In this episode, the host shares a personal story of quitting drinking and the impact it had on her life. She explains why she decided to record an episode about it and make it available for free on Patreon. The host also discusses the feasibility of betting on US elections and the limitations faced by American citizens. She shares an anecdote about providing an insider tip on an election outcome and the ability to buy and sell shares in political predictions. The conversation concludes with a discussion on congressional stock picks and the potential for investing in microchips.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Dick Energy
03:16
Communal Dancing
09:03
RFK Jr. and the Libertarian Party
17:43
The Last Monocultural Moment
38:11
Super Bowl Viewership
44:58
The Taylor Swift Effect
48:00
Super Bowl Commercials
51:10
Biden's Super Bowl Interview
54:17
Super Bowl Distraction
57:51
U.S. Senate Vote during Super Bowl
58:16
Biden's Health and Media Perception
59:42
Jon Stewart's Return
01:02:29
Tucker Carlson's Interview with Putin
01:08:14
Examining Mein Kampf and Minstrel Shows
01:12:24
Russian Perspective on NATO
01:19:07
Ukrainian Agency
01:24:32
Surprising Election Outcomes
01:26:24
Cities: Skylines and Urban Planning
01:28:47
Interview with Alain Bertaud
01:29:44
Personal Journey of Quitting Drinking
01:31:42
Betting on Elections
01:33:34
Insider Tips on Election Outcomes
01:34:31
Congressional Stock Picks
01:35:28
Investing in Microchips
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The gang discuss various topics including wearing Spanx, going to the gym, and Tucker Carlson's potential interview with Vladimir Putin. They also delve into the ongoing conflict in Ukraine and the challenges of finding a resolution. Overall, the conversation covers personal anecdotes, current events, and geopolitical issues. This part of the conversation explores topics such as the global game of power, controversy within the Arizona GOP, the decline of institutions, transparency in Congress, the functionality of Congress, the ethics of recording conversations, the value of transparency, the charm of Baltimore, the impact of congressional size, and the conservative-liberal divide. It also addresses misconceptions about progressives and their policies. This conversation covers misconceptions about progressives, misrepresentation of political movements in media, the influence of pickup artist culture, and the impact of immigration on New York City. It also discusses the bias in artificial intelligence and highlights recent episodes of Congressional Dish and PX3.
00:00
Spanx and Gym Talk
11:19
Tucker Carlson's Interview with Vladimir Putin
35:41
The Intractable Ukraine Conflict
48:20
The Global Game of Power
52:33
Controversy in the Arizona GOP
54:40
The Decline of Institutions
56:59
Transparency in Congress
57:57
The Role of Institutions
58:25
The Functionality of Congress
59:43
Recording Conversations in Politics
01:03:31
The Pendulum of Transparency
01:08:03
The Ethics of Recording Conversations
01:09:09
The Value of Transparency
01:11:41
The Dysfunction of Congress
01:18:55
Transparency in Congress
01:21:37
The Charm of Baltimore
01:25:15
The Impact of Congressional Size
01:28:11
The Conservative-Liberal Divide
01:32:21
Understanding Progressives
01:34:43
Misconceptions about Progressives
01:35:12
Misconceptions about progressives
01:36:35
Misrepresentation of progressives in media
01:37:29
Incel, PUA, Gamergate, Prager, and Epic Times
01:38:26
Pickup artists and the book 'The Game'
01:39:24
Critiques of pickup artist culture
01:41:14
Gamergate and Jordan Peterson
01:42:10
Dennis Prager and the Epic Times
01:42:27
Misconceptions about Gen Z men
01:43:52
Misrepresentation of political movements
01:46:30
Looking beyond tribalistic politics
01:50:18
Impact of immigration on New York City
01:51:33
Historical perspective on immigration in the US
01:55:25
Lifting up the poor and helping immigrants
01:56:49
Proposed immigration criteria
01:59:45
The bias in artificial intelligence
02:01:06
Recent episode of Congressional Dish
02:01:34
Preview for the Nevada primary on PX3
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The Gang is back in studio to break down Texas Governor Greg Abbott's efforts to deter migrants at the border. The responsibility for the southern border is debated, with a focus on the legal and practical aspects. We then delve into the gender divergence in Generation Z, the global trends in gender ideologies, the impact of the MeToo movement, the global obsession with the United State and, the influence of American politics on the world.
Chapters
00:00Introduction and Hotel Experience
03:15Discussion on Governor Greg Abbott and the Border
08:32Debate on Responsibility for the Southern Border
09:53Record Number of Migrant Encounters at the Border
19:20Analysis of Immigration Policies and Issues
30:08Conservative and Progressive Perspectives on Immigration
37:18Possible Solutions and Political Obstacles
45:01Assessing the Border Situation under Biden
47:00Supporting the Show
48:15Gender Divergence in Generation Z
49:34Global Trends in Gender Ideologies
50:28The Influence of the MeToo Movement
51:24The Global Obsession with the United States
52:21The Impact of American Politics on the World
53:13The Role of MeToo in Shifting Ideologies
54:07The Effect of Women's Rights Backlash
55:03The Global Technological Shift
56:28The Atomization of Information
57:27The Impact of Gender Conversations
58:19The Essentialist View of Political Ideologies
59:58The Influence of Cultural Context on Ideologies
01:02:16The Impact of Gender Conversations on Global Trends
01:06:28The Dangers of Gendered Political Views
01:10:15The Need for a More Representative Primary System
01:11:10The Andrew Heaton Sports Question of the Week
01:14:32The Benefits of Increasing the Size of Congress
01:17:32The Potential for a Travelogue Podcast
01:20:49The Problem with Campaigning Without Money
01:25:07The Issue of Geriatric Pregnancy Terminology
01:29:59The Importance of Understanding Legal Arguments
01:30:27The Potential for a Travelogue Podcast
01:33:28Upcoming Episodes and Projects
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Jen returns both to the show and New England.
The gang discusses going to a Dean Phillips event, libertarians, political mailers and so much more.
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Justin and Heaton are LIVE at Backpocket Pin and Pixel in Iowa.
They discuss Hobo Museums, going to a Vivek Ramaswamy rally and who will win the Iowa Caucus.
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The gang covers a range of topics including personal experiences, COVID-19 concerns, government transparency, diversity and inclusion, accountability in public services, and personal health.
00:00
Stage Performance
00:40
Curiosity about Pictures
01:44
Turning 40
03:04
Airport Security
04:02
COVID-19 and Travel
05:14
COVID-19 Symptoms
07:10
Possible Exposure
07:51
Travel Dilemma
09:26
Alternative Solutions
10:27
Living Arrangements
11:18
Sick Dog
12:11
Concerns and Uncertainty
14:16
Lack of Transparency
18:14
Lloyd Austin's Surgery
19:41
Premeditated Secrecy
23:16
Deputy Secretary of Defense
24:59
Conspiracy Theory
26:29
Incompetence of the Administration
28:00
Doubts and Questions
29:23
Biden's Reaction
31:46
Biden's Response
32:17
Internal Dissent
34:11
Delayed Inauguration
35:40
Concerns about Biden's Reaction
36:11
Resignation and Dismissal
38:42
Resignation or Dismissal
39:49
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
40:24
Controversy around DEI
45:26
Diversity in College Admissions
49:49
Importance of Democracy
51:24
Expanding DEI Efforts
52:15
Accountability in Public Services
55:41
Accountability in Texas Energy Grid
58:26
Importance of Accountability
01:00:18
Expanding the Conversation
01:01:28
Unquestioned Ideology
01:04:01
Importance of History Education
01:06:05
Responsibility for Health
01:10:15
Winter Weather in Iowa
01:14:47
Concerns about Democracy
01:17:23
Extreme Cold Weather
01:19:23
Running Tips for Iowa
01:20:41
Taking a Break
01:21:54
Watching Veep
01:26:51
Personal Health and Blood Work
01:27:15
Responsibility for Health
01:28:00
Accountability in Texas Energy Grid
01:29:26
Lack of Accountability
01:30:28
Holistic Solutions
01:31:26
Disagreement on Accountability
01:33:08
Personal Health and Blood Work
01:34:36
Personal Health and Blood Work
01:36:26
Personal Health and Blood Work
01:37:49
Personal Health and Blood Work
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The conversation covers a range of topics, including birthday plans, camera preferences, an upcoming live show in Iowa, the release of names linked to Jeffrey Epstein, Jennifer's skepticism about the political process, grievances about the studio setup, and a legal ruling on Texas power companies' liability. This part of the conversation focuses on the negligence and lack of preparedness in the Texas power grid, the flaws of the deregulated energy network, the need for accountability and consequences for power outages, and the potential solutions to the problems. The discussion also explores the impact of third-party candidates on elections, the misconceptions about voting percentages, and the redefinition of the time between Christmas and New Year's. Additionally, the conversation delves into the use of AI in healthcare, the dysfunction of the healthcare market, and the benefits of direct primary care. In this conversation, the hosts discuss various topics including Trump's smell and their appreciation for runners.
Chapters
00:00
Birthday plans and camera preferences
03:14
Upcoming live show in Iowa
05:16
Jennifer's concerns about Iowa
06:21
Discussion on Jeffrey Epstein's list
09:05
Jennifer's skepticism about the political process
13:14
Jennifer's grievances and Justin's studio setup
19:10
Impending release of names linked to Jeffrey Epstein
26:10
Conspiracy theories surrounding Epstein
37:05
Legal ruling on Texas power companies' liability
48:05
Negligence and Lack of Preparedness
50:25
Deregulated Energy Network vs. Energy Monopolies
51:46
The Duty to Provide Electricity
53:12
Consequences for Power Outages
54:06
The Flaws of the Deregulated Texan Model
55:03
The Need for Accountability and Consequences
55:31
The Role of Sovereign Immunity
56:57
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Vertically Integrated Companies
57:51
The Impact of Extreme Weather on Power Grids
58:44
The Lack of Consequences for Power Companies
59:37
Solutions: Removing Sovereign Immunity and Requiring Duty to Provide Electricity
01:05:37
Redefining the Time Between Christmas and New Year's
01:06:07
Reviewing the Bingo Card
01:06:25
The Impact of Third-Party Candidates on Elections
01:07:20
The Flaws of the Two-Party System
01:09:08
The Misconception of Voting Percentages
01:10:05
The Role of Third-Party Candidates in Elections
01:11:17
The 2000 Election and Ralph Nader
01:13:08
Encouraging Voter Turnout and Redefining Voting
01:14:51
Naming the Time Between Christmas and New Year's
01:19:31
The Use of AI in Healthcare
01:20:56
The Dysfunction of the Healthcare Market
01:24:55
The Benefits of Direct Primary Care
01:30:27
The Crisis in Primary Care and the Role of AI
01:33:10
The Dysfunction of the Health Insurance Market
01:34:36
Discussion on Trump's Smell
01:35:01
Appreciation for Runners
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In this review of 2023, the gang discusses Christmas and holiday celebrations, creating a name for the period between Christmas and New Year, book recommendations, leaking classified documents, and Dianne Feinstein's replacement on the Judiciary Committee. Also: political candidates and polls, negative views of the economy, inflation and rising costs, compound interest and inflation, meth on trains, sentencing for January 6th insurrectionists, political candidates' playlists, constitutional analysis of a Colorado decision, defining insurrection, college grading and party culture, and the influence of party culture on political affiliation. The conversation covers the complexities of school libraries and censorship, parental rights and transgender issues, the evolution of news and profit motivations, and potential structural changes to improve media.
00:00Christmas and Holiday Celebrations
03:19Creating a Name for the Period Between Christmas and New Year
10:13Book Recommendations
29:55Discussion on Leaking Classified Documents
39:25Dianne Feinstein's Replacement on Judiciary Committee
40:42Political Candidates and Polls
41:25Negative View of the Economy
42:09Inflation and Rising Costs
42:47Compound Interest and Inflation
43:33Meth on Trains
44:00Lack of Public Transportation
44:27Sentencing for January 6th Insurrectionists
46:35Sentencing of Enrico Terrio
49:49Political Candidates' Playlists
50:55Surprising Playlists
53:42Nap Week and Christmas Carols
54:58Constitutional Analysis of Colorado Decision
57:38Defining Insurrection
01:01:36Thick Sauce and Weight Loss
01:02:17College Grading and Party Culture
01:05:51Party Culture and Political Affiliation
01:14:29Party Culture and Political Affiliation (Part 2)
01:20:22Moms for Liberty and Parental Rights
01:21:21The Complications of School Libraries and Censorship
01:23:04Parental Rights and Transgender Issues
01:25:29The Evolution of News and Profit Motivations
01:30:39Structural Changes to Improve Media
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The gang covers a range of topics, including a Colorado Supreme Court ruling on Trump's eligibility, concerns about setting legal precedents, a sex scandal involving Bridget and Christian Ziegler, conservative sexual behavior, controversy surrounding Moms for Liberty, and the relationship between moral foundations theory and political orientation. The conversation covers considerations of justice and harm, understanding Zionism, misconceptions about Zionism, the complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, different perspectives on the conflict, the issue of hostages in Gaza, the tush push in football, the disconnected feeling of veterans, and the driving force of tribalism. The conversation explores the impact of technology on information dissemination and the decline of gatekeepers, leading to the rise of fringe opinions and the absence of a news consensus. It delves into the tribalistic impulses amplified by social media and the lack of coping mechanisms for this new medium. The influence of conservative radio and for-profit news on tribalism is discussed, along with the role of greed and competition in shaping media narratives. The conversation also examines the structural changes in media and the financial incentives of going tribal. Finally, the debate on the economic value of college education is addressed.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Personal Anecdotes
07:20
Colorado Supreme Court Ruling on Trump's Eligibility
16:49
Implications and Concerns about Precedent
31:26
Sex Scandal Involving Bridget and Christian Ziegler
36:44
Discussion on Conservative Sexual Behavior
43:34
Controversy Surrounding Moms for Liberty
46:19
Moral Foundations Theory and Political Orientation
47:14
Considerations of Justice and Harm
54:53
Understanding Zionism
56:25
Misconceptions about Zionism
59:49
The Complexity of the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
01:06:14
Different Perspectives on the Conflict
01:13:01
The Issue of Hostages in Gaza
01:19:13
The Tush Push in Football
01:23:31
The Disconnected Feeling of Veterans
01:34:20
The Driving Force of Tribalism
01:36:38
The Impact of Technology on Information Dissemination
01:37:34
The Decline of Gatekeepers and the Rise of Fringe Opinions
01:38:31
The Tribalistic Impulses Amplified by Social Media
01:39:29
The Lack of Coping Mechanisms for Social Media
01:40:23
The Influence of Conservative Radio on Tribalism
01:41:50
The Shift to For-Profit News and the Rise of Tribalism
01:42:46
The Role of Greed in Tribalistic Media
01:43:43
The Impact of Competition on Media
01:44:41
The Influence of National Media on Tribalism
01:45:07
The Chaos and Flame Wars of the Current Media Landscape
01:46:34
The Financial Incentives of Tribalism in Media
01:48:25
The Temptation of Going Tribal for Financial Gain
01:49:52
The Structural Changes in Media and the Rise of Tribalism
01:51:14
The Role of Technology and Competition in Tribalism
01:54:01
The Impact of National Media on Tribalism
01:55:18
The Debate on College Education and its Economic Value
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A discussion on free speech and anti-Semitism on college campuses, with a focus on recent hearings and the firing of a university president. The conversation then shifts to concerns about the lack of attention given to the ongoing conflict in Gaza and the role of the US Congress. The debate on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict follows, with differing perspectives on the goals and actions of Israel and Hamas. The conversation concludes with a discussion on Hamas' strategy of using civilian targets to gain media attention. Also: the situation in Gaza, the involvement of Congress in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, rising suicide rates, the impact of disconnectedness on mental health, the potential of MDMA therapy for veterans, the role of the US in deciding the end of the Ukraine war, the impact of money in politics, and addressing the shrinking middle class. The conversation covers various topics including snake drafts, rattlesnake derbies, property acquisition, the British royal family, deed restrictions, and attractive teachers.
Chapters
00:00Introduction and Gross Things Done in Public
07:44Discussion on Free Speech and Anti-Semitism on College Campuses
14:05Concerns about the Hearing and Lack of Focus on Gaza
38:44Debate on the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
49:41Discussion on Hamas' Strategy and Media Attention
50:24The Situation in Gaza
54:00Involvement of Congress in the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
55:43Rising Suicide Rates
56:13Factors Contributing to the Increase in Suicide Rates
01:00:52The Impact of Disconnectedness on Mental Health
01:02:42The Role of Religion in Mental Health and Community
01:09:42The Potential of MDMA Therapy for Veterans
01:17:19The Role of the US in Deciding the End of the Ukraine War
01:25:20The Impact of Money in Politics
01:30:27Addressing the Shrinking Middle Class
01:38:22Snake Draft and Miss America Contest
01:39:21Snake Draft and Fantasy Football
01:39:45Different Ways of Doing a Draft
01:40:15Snake Draft and Rattlesnake Derbies
01:41:03Snake Draft and Snake Hunting
01:42:31Naming the Fan Base
01:43:42Discussion on Property Acquisition
01:44:42Debunking Misconceptions about the British Royal Family
01:46:00Prince Charles' Last Name
01:47:31Deed Restrictions on Property
01:48:31Favorite Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
01:49:15Recommendation: Politics, Politics, Politics
01:51:49Discussion on Deed Restrictions
01:53:18Recommendation: Rising
01:54:11Discussion on Attractive Teachers
01:55:26Story of a Student Crushing on a Teacher
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In this episode, Jen discusses her experience at the Mother Ship and the growth of the comedy scene in Austin. They then delve into the topic of funding for Ukraine and the Biden administration's pitch for it, highlighting the economic benefits. Finally, they explore Prince Harry's legal challenge against the UK Interior Ministry regarding his security arrangements. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the casting of Prince Charles in The Crown and express their disappointment with the portrayal of his character. They also talk about the creative license taken in portraying Diana and Dodie's relationship and question the accuracy of certain events depicted in the show. The conversation then shifts to a discussion about the primary system and the frustration with the length of the primary season. They also touch on the job market and economic sentiment, as well as listener feedback and interactions. In this episode, Justin Young and Jen Briney discuss various topics, including the role of technology in our lives, congressional news stories, the loss of moderate voices in Congress, challenges in Congress, and political updates.
Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Discussion of Comedy Club
07:16
Funding for Ukraine
31:24
Prince Harry's Security Challenge
46:07
Casting of Prince Charles in The Crown
47:03
Prince Charles' quest for power
47:51
Creative license in portraying Diana and Dodie
49:28
Inaccuracies in portraying Diana and Dodie's relationship
50:06
Speculation about Harry's paternity
51:25
Discussion about the primary system
52:17
Conversation about legislators and their interactions
53:36
Perception of individual members of Congress
56:08
Due process in removing Trump's name from the ballot
57:07
Length of the primary season
58:48
Job market and economic sentiment
01:20:25
Comparison of the American economy now and in the 1950s
01:27:43
Feedback and listener interactions
01:29:01
Preview of next episode
01:30:24
The Role of Technology in Our Lives
01:31:36
Congressional News Stories
01:32:44
Loss of Moderate Voices in Congress
01:33:14
Challenges in Congress
01:33:56
Political Updates
01:34:40
Closing Remarks
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The gang discusses a new paper that believes gig workers are skewing economic data. How should the gig workers affect the numbers?
Democratic Party efforts to keep Trump off the ballot in various states have not been successful. Are they right in trying?
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The House Ethics investigation into George Santos is completed and released and... jesus.
The OpenAI debacle EXPLAINED!
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The Supreme Court has taken on a code of ethics in the wake of news stories about justices accepting gifts from billionaires.
Weight loss drugs like Ozempic are becoming more popular but doctors who are not experts in weight management are beginning to get nervous. Who should decide about who gets these drugs?
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We are one year away from the United State presidential election and your esteemed panel has predictions they are almost positive will not sound stupid in 12 months.
Republicans got thumped in abortion-charged Off-Off-Year elections. What do we take from that?
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The gang discuss Joe Biden's new primary challenger and if his meddling of the calendar caused this mess in the first place.
Also, we now have a speaker of the house. What do we think of him? Is he real? Or simply several MidJourney images rapidly sequenced?
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An Argentinian runoff brings Too Online Libertarian Folk Hero Javier Gerardo Milei one step closer to power. Is it good for America to make a hero out of foreign politicians?
Murder stats are falling. Does anyone care?
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The gang are back together!
A influential venture capitalist says AI regulation could cause death. Is he right?
The man who leaked Donald Trump's tax returns from the IRS faces a lighter sentencing than some expected. Is this a bad precedent?
Emails about last week's episode on Israel and Palestine.
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The War in Israel sparks a passionate discussion on American reaction.
How powerful should the temporary Speaker of the House be?
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Kevin McCarthy is no longer Speaker of the House and the trio has many, many thoughts.
The FTC is suing Amazon for anti-trust... does it have legs?
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Sen. Bob Menendez of New Jersey has been indicted on multiple charges involving bribery by Egyptian officials while chairing the Senate Foreign Relations committee. Should he resign?
Canada is accusing India of murdering a Canadian citizen AND celebrated a nazi. What a week, eh?
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Russell Brand is at the center of a story alleging rape and sexual assault. The group talks about the state of "insider vs. outsider" media and anonymous sources.
Hasan Minaj admits to fabricating details in his stand-up involving racial discrimination. In bounds or too far?
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Support for unions is at an all-time high, but membership remains very low. What's up with that?
The former head of the Proud Boys gets 22 years in prison. Is that fair?
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Mitch McConnell sparks another debate about the role of the elderly in politics.
Immigration surges in big blue cities complicates the debate about the border for the Democrats.
A new federal lawsuit could reshape how much money is spent from party committees to campaigns. Does this ruin democracy?
Maui County is suing the electric company for the deadly fires. Is it time to nationalize our electric grid?
COVID cases are on the rise, what metrics should we be watching and are there any that would justify bringing back restrictions?
GOP debate time is here. What are the worth of television debates?
The Maui Fire uncovers lingering resentment between locals and tourist.
Trump's Georgia indictment incites another furious row between our beloved gang.
Are political polls an accurate way to measure the will of people or a psyop fraud meant to confuse us?
Is the United States pushing China and Russia together?
Donald Trump has been indicted. Again. This time about the events that led up the January 6th confirmation of the 2020 election.
The gang discuss if this one will be different.
Also, a new polling trend shows that male high school seniors are identifying more as conservative. Why is that?
RECORDED BEFORE WE KNEW THE PLEA DEAL FELL APART
Two whistleblowers from the IRS allege that their investigation into Hunter Biden was hampered by forces in the federal government. Do we think suspicion reaches to Hunter's father President Joe Biden?
Anchor Steam beer is a San Francisco staple and will liquidate unless saved by a buyer. One such buyer are the workers who make the beer. Should they buy it?
According to Goldman Sachs we are less likely to enter a recession. But your opinion on the economy is likely shaped by your income level. We ask ourselves how we feel about it.
Also, a feud between two of the House GOP's loudest voices could erupt into violence. We break down the MTG vs. Lauren Boebert feud.
The gang discusses Ukraine's anger at being sidelined by the NATO onboarding process. Also, Chuck Schumer wants to regulate PRIME energy drinks.
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On this addition of the program the crew discusses the Supreme Court cases decided. Additionally, we process declining national pride and ask the important question: are any of us proud to be Americans?
So after all that, what do we know for sure happened in Russia last weekend?
Also, is the latest Supreme Court ruling a meaningful moment against gerrymandering?
So after all that, what do we know for sure happened in Russia last weekend? Also, is the latest Supreme Court ruling a meaningful moment against gerrymandering?
Justin, Jen and Heaton discuss the missing OceanGate Expeditions submarine and the online discourse about it. Should we be dunking on possibly (at the time of this recording) dead people? Are we playing the result when it comes to safety?
Also, a Joe Rogan podcast episode with Robert Kennedy Jr. sparks a challenge to a vaccine scientist.
Trump is indicted on federal charges related to keeping documents he wasn't supposed to. We can all take our guesses on what will happen, but let’s start here. For the health of the nation, what needs to happen with this trial? Also, Why we hearing a lot more about UFOs lately?
The merger between the PGA and LIV golf has renewed conversations about Saudi "sportswashing." What is the moral line in supporting entertainment backed by The Kingdom. Oklahoma has become the first state in the union to approve a Catholic charter school which will receive tax payer money. Is that right?
Conservative boycotts are increasing with... Chick Fil A in the crosshairs? A drone attack on Moscow escalates the war even further.
Justin, Jen and Heaton discus the emotions of watching protests from authoritarian regimes like China and Iran. They also break down Mayor Eric Adam's new policy of removing homeless people from NYC streets.
Anthony Fauci retires from government, what is his legacy? Is it un-American to eat Thanksgiving at a restaurant?
The battle for Twitter verification continues as Justin, Jen and Andrew debate who is a REAL journalist and who is a lowly flea-ridden "citizen" journalist (boo! hiss!). FTX has collapsed, the crew discuss if it's hilarious that crypto bros lost their shirt or if this is just another business that capsized because they expanded too fast. PLUS emails about capitalism, charter schools and MORE!
RECORDED BEFORE THE MIDTERMS Justin, Jen and Heaton discuss new laws about pay range transparency and if they are effective or not. They they wade into the morality of lotteries as the massive Powerball tempts the nation.
Jen, Heaton and Justin discuss the changes to Twitter after Elon Musk purchased it. Also, should we declare Pandemic Amnesty?
Justin, Jen and Andrew discuss the merger of Kroger and Albertsons. Also, the letter sent by the Congressional Progressive Caucus about Ukraine that was immediately rescinded.
RECORDED BEFORE LIZ TRUSS RESIGNED AFTER SIX WEEKS IN OFFICE Jen, Andrew and Justin discuss Liz Truss saying sorry. They also chat about a NY congressional candidate who has uploaded himself having sex with a sex worker to PornHub.
Andrew, Jennifer and Justin discuss the exit of Tulsi Gabbard from the Democratic Party. They go further and chop up the release of Adnan Syed and if it is a bad thing that true crime podcasts are investigating crimes.
Andrew, Jen and Justin discuss the latest scandal in the Georgia Senate race and have a larger conversation about what is and isn't in bounds during a campaign. Also, the economy is slowing down and the Federal Reserve is happy about it. Will it drag down the world economy? Is the Fed legitimate? What another episode this week? Patreon.com/werenotwrong
Heaton, Jen and Justin discuss the new Prime Minister of Italy and if she's the descendent of Mussoulini. We also discuss if old people can (or should) lead the government. Which is odd because they currently do just that.
Our faithful editor Will Sattelberg has a new podcast. This is Don't Explain. Every time you go to the theater, you're experience an onslaught of movie tropes. Every romantic comedy has the down-on-her-luck best friend. Every action movie has the badass one-liners. Every Oscar-bait drama has that tear-jerker ending. But where do those tropes come from? How do audiences become so aware of Hollywood's bag of tricks, parody movies can become a massive genre on their own? This season explores the birth, death, and rebirth of one of the most successful cinematic genres ever: the rockstar biopic. In this episode, we start from the beginning, focusing on the earliest established tropes of the genre. Lady Sings the Blues, The Buddy Holly Story, and 8 Mile.
Jen, Andrew and Justin discuss the migrant migration stunt pulled by Ron DeSantis. Also, Biden said the pandemic is over, is he right? If so, how did we do? Patreon.com/WereNotWrong Get a bonus episode right now!
Briney, Heaton and Young go over the underlying issues of the recently averted(?) rail strike and why commercial rail travel sucks in America. Biden has overseen the depletion of our strategic gas reserves the entire summer to help level gas prices. But what is the point of an emergency gas stash if we don't have one if an emergency happens?
Justin leads Andrew and Jen into the depths of internet hell as they learn about the death of forum Kiwi Farms at the hands of Twitch streamer Keffals using the weapon of Cloud Flare. Confused? Listen now! To make Heaton feel better we then talk about Price Controls making a comeback. GET BONUS EPISODES WEEKLY! Patreon.com/WereNotWrong
Jen, Andrew and Justin discuss the decision by the Biden administration to forgive some student debt. They also muse on Ben Shapiro's appearance at Podcast Movement which turned into a lengthy apology on Twitter. PATREON.COM/WERENOTWRONG for bonus episodes weekly.
Justin, Andrew and Jen discuss what they expect from a leader after the Finnish PM is seen dancing on the internet. Liz Cheney is also discussed. Patreon.com/WereNotWrong
Justin, Jen and Andrew discuss the proposed ban on Russian tourists to the EU and the revived Iran Deal amidst state sponsored(?) assassination attempts. LINKS: https://www.theguardian.com/world/2022/aug/13/europe-russians-tourist-visa-ban-ukraine-war https://www.politico.com/news/2022/08/15/iran-nuclear-deal-00052024 https://apnews.com/article/salman-rushdie-middle-east-iran-tehran-70f0ea8cc69bc2bf226cd3ac400f9db8 https://www.foxnews.com/opinion/iran-foiled-assassination-bolton-proof-nation-threat
Jen Briney, Andrew Heaton and Justin Robert Young discuss the ramifications of the FBI raid on Mar-A-Lago. Dissect our fascination with Alex Jones. Openly threaten Iowa's supremacy in the nomination process. Get more! Patreon.com/WereNotWrong
NOTES: https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2022/07/31/pat-toomey-burn-pits-bill-sotu-vpx.cnn https://news.yahoo.com/jon-stewart-rallies-with-veterans-for-burn-pit-legislation-lowest-hanging-fruit-of-a-functioning-society-174705431.html https://www.nytimes.com/live/2022/08/02/world/pelosi-taiwan https://www.nytimes.com/2022/08/01/opinion/nancy-pelosi-taiwan-china.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2022/07/27/forward-party-new-centrist-third/
Thanks to the amazing people who came across Berlin to see us live! Thank you to the waitstaff of The Castle Mitte Berlin for allowing us to use their basement for our weird American podcast. LINKS: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2022/07/22/russia-ukraine-mi6-intelligence-pause/ https://www.politico.eu/article/gazprom-nord-stream-flows-to-halve-beginning-wednesday/ https://edition.cnn.com/2022/07/25/politics/joe-biden-covid-monday/index.html https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/jul/25/democratic-senator-joe-manchin-covid-positive https://edition.cnn.com/2022/07/22/health/mask-mandates-covid-us-los-angeles/index.html https://www.theepochtimes.com/ex-trump-adviser-birx-says-covid-19-came-out-of-the-box-ready-to-infect_4605372.html https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/3573553-trump-set-for-controversial-return-to-washington-d-c/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hRblRMCtumo Want more? Patreon.com/WereNotWrong
House moves on gay marriage... but will the Senate? https://www.deseret.com/u-s-world/2022/7/19/23269999/congress-house-passes-respect-for-marriage-act-same-sex-marriage-senate https://www.advocate.com/politics/2022/7/18/respect-marriage-act-introduced-protect-marriage-equality https://www.theatlantic.com/culture/archive/2021/06/pride-flag-has-representation-problem/619273/ Extreme summer temps bring the heat on all sides of climate emergency https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2022/jul/19/joe-biden-climate-emergency https://unherd.com/2022/07/why-dutch-farmers-are-revolting/ Manchin, Manchin, Manchin https://www.politico.com/news/2022/07/19/manchin-senate-agenda-00046623
Links: Bolton https://twitter.com/justinbaragona/status/1546955197045415936?refsrc=twsrc%5Etfw%7Ctwcamp%5Etweetembed&refurl=notion%3A%2F%2Fwww.notion.so%2F071322-3c099f8a00814c4db1105bf93dc30f97 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/John_Bolton Uvalde https://www.axios.com/2022/07/13/uvalde-families-officials-angry-shooting-footage Jill Biden https://www.youtube.com/watch?timecontinue=1&v=yjjKBYequrE&feature=emblogo
FINA makes new category for transgender swimmers who transitioned after 12. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/19/sports/fina-transgender-women-elite-swimming.html https://www.espn.com/college-sports/story/_/id/33529775/amid-protests-pennsylvania-swimmer-lia-thomas-becomes-first-known-transgender-athlete-win-division-national-championship Reading of Declaration of Independence modified by NPR on Fourth of July https://www.npr.org/2022/07/04/1109667557/on-this-july-4th-what-does-equality-mean?utmcampaign=storyshare&utmsource=twitter.com&utm_medium=social Joe Biden savaged by unnamed congressional Democrats https://www.cnn.com/2022/07/05/politics/democrats-frustrated-biden-lack-of-urgency-supreme-court-setbacks/index.html
LINKS: Supreme Court https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/02/supreme-court-abortion-draft-opinion-00029473 https://news.gallup.com/poll/4732/supreme-court.aspx https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/supreme-court/collins-manchin-misled-kavanaugh-gorsuch-abortion-rights-rcna35230 Cassidy Hutchinson https://abcnews.go.com/US/trump-white-house-attorney-disputes-cassidy-hutchinsons-testimony/story?id=85898838 Flight Hell https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/3540590-nation-braces-for-miserable-travel-weekend-as-canceled-flights-stack-up/
Patreon.com/WereNotWrong Andrew, Jen and Justin discuss the latest January 6th revelations. Or ARE they revelations? https://www.newsweek.com/pence-staffer-rejected-ron-johnson-fake-electors-jan-6-texts-show-1717838 Democratic campaigns are running ads for far-right MAGA candidates they believe will be easier to beat. https://www.politico.com/news/2022/06/09/dems-meddle-in-colorado-senate-gop-primary-00038294 Ben Stiller meets with Ukrainian president. Are we in the parody point of this deadly serious war? https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/ben-stiller-meets-zelenskyy-ukraine-refugees-rcna34472
// Patreon.com/WereNotWrong // The January 6th Commission is holding hearings but... how much do we or should we care? https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2022/06/13/jan-6-committee-hearing-giuliani-denies-being-drunk-election-night/7614549001/ Democrats and Republicans have come together on a framework for gun control. Do we buy it? https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-negotiators-reach-framework-deal-bipartisan-gun-package-rcna33128 Happy The Elephant is denied rights to bodily autonomy. Will Heaton stand up and fight? https://dnyuz.com/2022/06/14/happy-the-elephant-isnt-a-person-top-new-york-court-rules/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aEX33vAyF5Y
The Uvalde investigation leads to some revelations about how antiquated our 911 system is. Anarchy reigns at the Washington Post as Taylor Lorenz cuts journalistic corners and the rest of the staff decimates each other on Twitter. San Francisco voters recall progressive DA (and possible Glenn Beck fan fiction villain) Chesa Boudin. UPDATE: We have a Patreon! Patreon.com/werenotwrong LINKS: https://abc7.com/texas-school-shooting-uvalde-police-response-elementary-911-dispatcher/11911731/ https://nypost.com/2022/06/04/washington-post-adds-two-corrections-to-taylor-lorenz-piece/ https://www.hoover.org/research/why-san-francisco-nearly-most-crime-ridden-city-us https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2022/jan/26/san-francisco-increase-hate-crime-anti-asian-aapi
Donald Trump is amplifying rumors that the Georgia GOP primary might have been rigged. https://emeralddb3.substack.com/p/something-stinks-in-georgia?s=r&utmmedium=email&utmsource=nclamplify&utmcampaign=20220531-icymisomethingstinksingeorgia&utmcontent=ncl-2wwcgnD36T&nlid=2wwcgnD36T&_nhids=0r1zsgEw Mo Brooks is talking openly about how special interests control congress. https://www.reddit.com/r/CrazyFuckingVideos/comments/v04v45/newgoprepmobrookssaysprimecommittee/?utmsource=share&utm_medium=web2x&context=3 Two of the most powerful Democrats in congress are forced to run against each other in Manhattan. https://www.nytimes.com/2022/05/30/nyregion/jerry-nadler-carolyn-maloney.html
The Texas shooting sparks a very emotional conversation. Justin describes the YSL RICO trial to Jen and Heaton including the rap lyrics being used as evidence. John Fetterman's heart is the subject of much discussion in the New York Times.