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About Nuclear War and Leaving For Blue Sky
01:54:38|The gang discusses if we are all going to die in a nuclear war started by a lame duck president. Also, Twitter is awful and people are leaving for Blue Sky. At least that's what people leaving for Blue Sky would tell you.Chapters00:00 The Cartoon Character of Life05:46 The Struggle to Relax11:53 Media and Political Dynamics17:14 Nuclear Threats and Global Tensions35:37 The Unconventional Diplomacy of Trump43:29 Skepticism Towards Political Labels48:54 The Role of Outsiders in National Security55:05 Social Media's Impact on Political Discourse01:39:25 The Decline of Cable NewsAbout Cratering Cable News and Standing Desks
01:55:33|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.Chapters17:51 Biden and Trump's Relationship24:58 The Decline of Cable News Ratings40:05 Innovative Programming Ideas for News01:01:40 Health Implications of Sitting vs. Standing01:25:17 Trump Fears: Part TwoAbout Washington Post Endorsements and Puerto Rico Jokes
01:49:49|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. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Current Location11:51 Bezos and the Post Non-Endorsement55:05 Hinchcliffe Joke Too Far?01:19:50 EmailsAbout Trump on Rogan and Doom Scrolling
01:28:23|Chapters00:00 Podcasting Challenges and Personal Experiences11:02 Southwest Airlines Stock and Listener Engagement21:41 Trump's Upcoming Interview with Joe Rogan52:33 The Psychology of Doom Scrolling01:14:11 The Dangers of Online ArgumentsAbout Flip Flopping and Fake Restaurants
01:47:02|The gang discusses politicians running away from 2020 and the most popular restaurant in Austin being fake. Chapters00:00 Moving to Washington D.C.08:01 Investing in Southwest Airlines15:15 Political Flip-Flopping49:14 Engaging with Elected Representatives01:06:30 Consequences of Climate Change and Governance01:43:13 Third Party Politics and Future DiscussionsAbout Hurricanes and Debating Chatbots
01:51:01|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. Chapters00:00 Christmas Choir and Nostalgia03:14 Music and Cultural Shifts11:54 Disinformation and Climate Change58:15 AI in Political Debates: Fair or Foul?01:32:57 Political Rhetoric and Public PerceptionAbout the VP Debate and Hurricane Helene Cleanup
01:41:18|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?Chapters00:00 World War III and Middle Eastern Tensions11:07 Vice Presidential Debate Insights26:47 Trade Policies and Economic Strategies33:01 Housing Policy and Climate Change Discussions50:50 The Dynamics of Political Debates55:17 JD Vance's Debate Performance and Implications01:00:45 The Aftermath of January 6th and Its Political Ramifications01:05:21 Trump's Political Strategy and Media Manipulation01:11:35 Criticism of Federal Response During Emergencies01:20:00 The Intersection of Politics and Governance01:25:44 Red Lines in Political Support01:39:08 Understanding Government Paternalism and Class WarfareAbout Mark Robinson and Moving If Trump Wins
01:16:53|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?Chapters00:00 Injuries and Nostalgia: A Lighthearted Start03:07 C-SPAN and Community Engagement11:58 Mark Robinson: Controversy and Political Fallout20:47 Mitt Romney: Reflections on Politics and Retirement