We're Not Wrong

The gang unpacks everything that's happened in the ongoing trade war over the past seven days, from Liberation Day to 104% China tariffs and beyond. Can they get through this segment before Trump changes his mind? Then they unwind with a conversation about Boston sex workers, and whether or not it's right for the men in this ongoing investigation to be outed publicly.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:13:45 - Liberation Day and Trump's Trade War01:00:34 - Sex Work Investigations01:21:50 - Listener Emails01:41:44 - Wrap-up

The gang breaks down two big political stories: the Trump administration’s mistaken deportation of Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Maryland resident protected from removal to El Salvador, now imprisoned in a notorious facility; and Senator Cory Booker’s marathon speech on the Senate floor protesting Trump-era policies.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:9:57 - The Fate of Jen's Laptop00:26:44 - Trump's Deportation Mistake01:04:05 - Cory Booker's Filibuster01:23:35 - Emails01:42:58 - Wrap-up

On this very normal, not-at-all-cursed episode of We're Not Wrong, the gang discusses the ongoing controversy surrounding Mike Waltz accidentally adding Atlantic EIC Jeffrey Goldberg to a Signal group chat just as plans to attack Houthi targets in Yemen were underway. Also, the group looks at the ongoing scandal surrounding Harry Sisson, a 23-year-old Democratic TikTok influencer accused of manipulating women into sharing explicit photos via Snapchat.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:08:44 - Signalgate00:38:21 - Harry Sisson Scandal01:03:12 - Listener Emails01:33:23 - Wrap-up

The gang breaks down the wave of Tesla vandalism, from keying cars to full-blown arson in Las Vegas, as protests against Elon Musk turn destructive. Then, they debate whether Chuck Schumer should step down after progressive backlash over his support for a GOP spending bill. Is he out of step or just keeping the government afloat?Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:10:52 - Tesla Protests00:46:37 - Chuck Schumer01:24:41 - Listener Emails01:41:45 - Wrap-up

The gang digs into the turmoil surrounding ActBlue, the Democratic fundraising powerhouse, as a wave of high-level resignations sparks questions about its stability. With billions raised for candidates and causes, the team debates whether recent accusations of financial misconduct hold any weight or if this is just another partisan attack.Then, they turn to SXSW, where the once-iconic festival struggles to regain its pre-pandemic buzz. With Michelle Obama’s podcast panel headlining and startup culture shifting elsewhere, they ask: Has SXSW lost its edge, or is it still a must-attend event?Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro and Dating Apps00:16:37 - ActBlue00:54:27 - SXSW01:06:32 - Listener Emails01:44:16 - Closing Thoughts and Outro

The gang discusses the latest turbulence between the U.S. and Ukraine, breaking down the tense Oval Office meeting between Presidents Trump and Zelenskyy that led to a suspension of U.S. military aid. With European leaders scrambling to respond, the crew debates what this means for Ukraine's security and the broader geopolitical landscape.Then, the conversation shifts to the rise of "California Sober," a lifestyle trend ditching alcohol in favor of psychedelics. With "sober curious" events growing in popularity and former Surgeon General Vivek Murthy linking alcohol to cancer risks, they explore whether this approach is just a passing fad or the future of social substance use.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro and Trump's Joint Congressional Address00:19:06 - What's Going On with Ukraine01:00:20 - California Sober01:17:23 - Listener Emails01:39:00 - Closing Thoughts and Outro

The gang discusses Elon Musk's request for federal employees to submit an email to their manager discussing five things they did throughout their work week or be fired. After talking about DOGE, the conversation turns to Pope Francis' health and the influence of the papacy on contemporary issues.Chapters1. Intro - 00:00:002. Otamatone - 00:05:053. Eric Adams' Campaign - 00:09:274. White House Correspondents' Association - 00:18:275. Washington Post Opinion Board - 00:26:076. Elon Musk's "5 Things" Email - 00:28:477. The Modern Influence of the Pope - 00:59:168. Listener Emails - 01:15:349. Outro - 1:47:55

The gang discusses New York Governor Kathy Hochul potentially removing NYC Mayor Eric Adams from office following corruption allegations and the recent 50th anniversary special of SNL.Chapters1. Intro - 00:00:002. Eric Adams vs. Kathy Hochul - 00:17:083. SNL's 50th Anniversary - 00:56:294. Listener Emails - 01:13:535. Plugs and Outro - 01:28:41

The gang discuss a range of topics, starting with Nancy Mace's hour-long speech on the House floor where she accused her ex-fiancé and his associates of heinous crimes against women, including non-consensual recordings and sexual misconduct. They debate the appropriateness of using the House floor for such allegations and the potential political motivations behind Mace's actions. The conversation then shifts to a new AI website called Death Clock, which predicts users' death dates and causes based on personal data. Find out how Justin dies!Chapters1. Introduction and Banter - 00:00:002. Nancy Mace's House Floor Speech - 00:10:333. AI Death Clock - 00:41:314. Listener Emails - 01:00:005. Plugs and Outro - 01:18:32