We're Not Wrong

The gang discusses Trump's brief disappearance from the public eye over the holiday weekend, causing the hashtag #TrumpIsDead to go viral across social media. Spurred on by recurring bruises on his hands and swollen ankles — not to mention a Vance quote — Justin, Jen, and Heaton ask where this reaction came from. Then, the trio turns to discuss the ongoing housing crisis in the US, with Scott Bessent telling reports Trump could declare a housing emergency in the coming weeks. How many times can Heaton say "zoning" in a single segment? You'll have to listen to find out.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:19:13 - Trump Didn't Die01:01:34 - Housing Emergency01:38:17 - Emails02:00:00 - Wrap-up

Justin, Jen, and Heaton break down Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick’s proposal that the U.S. government take equity stakes in defense contractors. It's a plan criticized as creeping socialism by Republicans but framed by Lutnick as fair compensation for taxpayer investment. They also tackle the backlash to Cracker Barrel’s (now former) new logo, which abandoned its traditional imagery in favor of a minimal, modern design. From Trump’s mocking to bipartisan confusion online, the panel explores why even subtle branding tweaks can trigger culture war blowback.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro and Taylor Swift00:21:41 - Defense Companies00:53:05 - Cracker Barrel01:21:11 - Emails01:33:35 - Wrap-up

The gang breaks down Taylor Swift’s headline-grabbing New Heights podcast appearance, which shattered viewership records and marked her first extended on-air discussion of her relationship with Travis Kelce. They explore the cultural impact of Swift’s crossover into NFL territory and the surreal response from James Comey, whose viral video praising the episode led to a MAGA backlash. Then they dig into MSNBC’s awkward rebrand to “MS NOW,” a move mocked across social media for its clunky name and loss of the iconic peacock, and question whether the network will survive the decade.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:17:45 - Taylor Swift01:00:48 - MS NOW01:25:58 - Emails01:50:19 - Wrap-up

Andrew Heaton, Jen Briney, and Justin Young as they dive into a lively discussion on the complexities of political identity, the impact of federal intervention in cities, and the nuances of libertarianism. Trump takes over the DC police, is that legal? If so, will it be effective? Also, are kids spending too much on dumb stuff? Is that a recession signal?Introduction and Opening Remarks - [0:00]Discussion on Federal Intervention in Cities - [15:30]Libertarianism and Political Identity - [35:45]Personal Anecdotes and Experiences - [50:10]Listener Emails and Responses - [1:10:25]Closing Thoughts and Wrap-Up - [1:30:00]

With Heaton out on vacation, Jeremiah Johnson — from Infinite Scroll and the Center for New Liberalism — joins the panel as they cover the House’s sweeping subpoenas of Bill and Hillary Clinton, along with a host of former DOJ officials, in its expanding Epstein probe. They debate whether any outcome can satisfy the public’s bipartisan appetite for answers. Then, they break down Trump’s controversial firing of the Bureau of Labor Statistics chief, raising alarms about politicizing economic data and the possible fallout for investor trust.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:11:18 - Clinton Subpoena and Epstein00:42:18 - Trump Firing BLS Secretary01:05:49 - Emails01:52:24 - Wrap-up

The gang tackles the EPA’s decision to revoke the “endangerment finding,” a foundational ruling that enabled greenhouse gas regulations since 2009. Framed by Administrator Lee Zeldin as the biggest deregulatory move in U.S. history, the move sparks fierce debate over climate science, legal precedent, and the limits of executive power. Then, they reflect on the symbolic end of the 1980s, marked by the deaths of Hulk Hogan, Ozzy Osbourne, and Malcolm-Jamal Warner — a trio whose cultural footprints defined an era now definitively closed.Chapters00:00:00 - Introduction00:16:04 - Texas Redistricting00:25:39 - EPA00:57:20 - The Week The 80s Died01:28:27 - Emails01:47:29 - Wrap-up

The gang unpacks CBS’s decision to end The Late Show and retire the franchise entirely, as Stephen Colbert hints at political pressure behind the move. With late-night peers rallying in support and Colbert defying the network’s financial rationale, the panel debates whether satire is being sidelined in a polarized media landscape. They also explore the GOP’s aggressive redistricting push in Texas and Democrats’ countermeasures in California, raising questions about the erosion of nonpartisan mapmaking and the long-term consequences of political cartography.Chapters00:00:00 - Intro00:15:48 - Stephen Colbert00:48:23 - Dreams and Student Loans00:58:18 - Redistricting01:18:07 - Emails01:52:31 - Wrap-up

The gang unpacks the “Rescissions Act of 2025,” a narrow House-passed bill aiming to slash $9.4 billion from foreign aid and public broadcasting, prompting a tight Senate battle over what many see as symbolic cuts. They also examine a new UK report showing kids increasingly treat AI chatbots like best friends—raising concerns about safety, misinformation, and what it means for human connection in the digital age.Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:11:59 - Epstein00:24:02 - Rescissions01:12:37 - AI Companions for Kids01:34:27 - Emails01:52:51 - Wrap-up*Justin's audio improves around 27 minutes in.

The gang covers the DOJ’s final report on Jeffrey Epstein, which found no client list, no evidence of blackmail, and confirmed his death was a suicide. The lack of new revelations sparked backlash from conspiracy-minded corners of the internet, but the panel debates whether the case is finally closed. Then they examine Tucker Carlson’s interview with Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian, who accused Israel of a failed assassination attempt and floated a return to nuclear talks. Is giving a platform to adversaries transparency — or propaganda?Chapters:00:00:00 - Intro00:17:13 - Epstein Files00:46:45 - Tucker's Interview01:09:57 - Emails01:43:36 - Wrap-up