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About Kamala Harris 2024 and JD Vance Is Weird
01:37:28|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. Chapters00:00 Personal Anecdotes05:52 Reviewing the Democratic Nomination Process11:33 Kamala Harris as the Vice Presidential Candidate18:21 The Lack of Democracy in the Democratic Party24:35 Racially Segregated Zoom Calls for Kamala Harris58:25 The Dual Nature of 'Weird'01:04:04 The Impact of Personal Identification01:06:19 The Influence of Permission Structures on Political Beliefs01:19:41 The Importance of Empathy in Political Discourse
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About RNC and Joe Biden (RECORDED BEFORE HE DROPPED OUT) Live in Milwaukee
02:03:18|**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. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Comparing the Convention to Des Moines06:10 Recapping the Republican National Convention11:58 Analyzing the Shifts in the Republican Party19:12 The Cover Band and Hulk Hogan's Entrance24:55 Analyzing Trump's Speech: Planned vs. Improvised46:48 The Possibility of a Contested Convention52:21 The Uncertainty and Consequences of the Election01:37:52 Tipping Points for Trump's Popularity01:50:02 The Mishandling of the Economy by the Biden Administration01:55:14 Living together as friends and navigating conflicts02:01:02 Michelle Obama's potential political roleAbout the Trump Assassination Attempt and JD Vance
01:43:25|TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR OUR LIVE SHOW IN MILWAUKEE THIS FRIDAYhttps://cart.broadwaytheatrecenter.com/63881/63882--Recorded in Milwaukee on July 17thThe 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.About Invoking the 25th Amendment on Biden and Teaching the Bible in Schools
01:38:25|WE ARE LIVE IN MILWAUKEE 7/19/24 TICKETS AVAILABLE NOWhttps://cart.broadwaytheatrecenter.com/63881/63882The 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.Chapters00:00 The Importance (or Lack Thereof) of Outfit Choices12:13 Controversy Surrounding Joe Biden's Cognitive Abilities31:45 Limited Options for Addressing Concerns about Biden's Health52:55 The Potential Scandals Surrounding the Biden Family01:09:26 Teaching the Bible in Public Schools01:19:33 The Chevron Deference and the Ninth AmendmentAbout Biden Dropping Out and Presidential Immunity
01:45:15|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. Chapters06:41 Debate Performance and Implications for the Democratic Party57:10 Debate on the implications of the ruling: abuse of power vs. protection01:17:56 Debating the Chevron Doctrine01:30:22 The Role of Billionaires in Society01:43:02 Richard Nixon's Perspective on Presidential ImmunityAbout Julian Assange and Paywalls (and Debates)
01:43:25|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. Chapters00:00 Surviving the Texas Heat32:51 Impartiality and Corporate Influence in the Debate Format42:18 The Case of Julian Assange01:04:54 The New York Times' Paywall01:18:01 The Power Dynamics of Influential IndividualsAbout Cheap Fakes and Banning SUV Advertisements in Scotland
02:03:28|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. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Setting the Tone20:51 Unfair Portrayal: The Concept of 'Cheap Fakes'28:54 Concerns about Biden's Cognitive Abilities34:45 The Limitations of the Democratic Party39:22 The Importance of a Capable Leader47:38 The Impact of Banning Fossil Fuel Advertisements58:51 The Potential Effect of Advertising Bans01:09:28 Addressing Pollution and the Need for Awareness01:23:54 Uncovering Media Bias01:31:25 The Role of Non-Profits in Journalism01:38:20 The Influence of Billionaires01:46:25 The Challenges Faced by Local Newspapers01:53:58 Updates on the Libertarian Party's Campaign