We're Not Wrong
Politics
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.
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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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Language:
English
Website:
https://werenotwrong.fireside.fm
Episodes
About The End of the Motion to Vacate and Weed
5/2/2024
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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Duration:01:37:33
About TikTok's Future and Women's Pain
4/25/2024
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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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Duration:01:57:18
About Taxes and Mayorkas' Nonexistent Impeachment Trial
4/18/2024
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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Duration:01:22:53
About FISA and Networks Begging for Presidential Debates
4/11/2024
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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Duration:01:52:24
About the World Central Kitchen Bombing in Gaza
4/3/2024
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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Duration:01:54:39
About RFK Jr.'s VP and Ronna McDaniel's short television career
3/28/2024
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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Duration:01:50:38
About Sonia Sotomayor retiring and the death of Electric Vehicles
3/21/2024
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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Duration:02:02:25
About the TikTok ban and Boeing
3/14/2024
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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Duration:02:12:18
About Nancy Pelosi's stock portfolio and California's Minimum Wage Law
3/7/2024
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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Duration:01:52:38
About IVF and Fani Willis
2/29/2024
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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Duration:01:44:03
About the Border and Trump's NY Business Trial Penalty
2/22/2024
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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Duration:02:27:09
About Libertarian RFK Jr. and the Monoculture
2/15/2024
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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Duration:01:35:40
About the Tucker/Putin Interview and the Arizona GOP
2/8/2024
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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Duration:01:59:00
About the Border and Gen Z's Gender Split
2/1/2024
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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Duration:01:33:35
About the New Hampshire Primary (Live from Manchester)
1/22/2024
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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Duration:01:10:43
About the New Hampshire Primary (Live from Manchester)
1/22/2024
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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Duration:01:10:43
About the Iowa Caucus
1/15/2024
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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Duration:01:12:07
About the Secretary of Defense Going Missing and DEI
1/11/2024
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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Duration:01:45:04
We're Not Wrong about The Epstein List and Texas Power
1/4/2024
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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Duration:01:35:55
We're Not Wrong about The Epstein List and Texas Power
1/4/2024
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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Duration:01:35:55