• About Nuclear War and Leaving For Blue Sky
    Nov 21 2024

    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.


    Chapters


    00:00 The Cartoon Character of Life


    05:46 The Struggle to Relax


    11:53 Media and Political Dynamics


    17:14 Nuclear Threats and Global Tensions


    35:37 The Unconventional Diplomacy of Trump


    43:29 Skepticism Towards Political Labels


    48:54 The Role of Outsiders in National Security


    55:05 Social Media's Impact on Political Discourse


    01:39:25 The Decline of Cable News



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    1 hr and 55 mins
  • About Cratering Cable News and Standing Desks
    Nov 14 2024

    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.


    Chapters


    17:51 Biden and Trump's Relationship


    24:58 The Decline of Cable News Ratings


    40:05 Innovative Programming Ideas for News


    01:01:40 Health Implications of Sitting vs. Standing


    01:25:17 Trump Fears: Part Two


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    1 hr and 56 mins
  • About Trump's Election Victory
    Nov 7 2024
    The gang discusses 45 becoming 47.

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    2 hrs and 10 mins
  • About Washington Post Endorsements and Puerto Rico Jokes
    Oct 31 2024

    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.


    Chapters


    00:00 Introduction and Current Location


    11:51 Bezos and the Post Non-Endorsement


    55:05 Hinchcliffe Joke Too Far?


    01:19:50 Emails




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    1 hr and 50 mins
  • About Trump on Rogan and Doom Scrolling
    Oct 24 2024

    Chapters


    00:00 Podcasting Challenges and Personal Experiences

    11:02 Southwest Airlines Stock and Listener Engagement

    21:41 Trump's Upcoming Interview with Joe Rogan

    52:33 The Psychology of Doom Scrolling

    01:14:11 The Dangers of Online Arguments




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    1 hr and 28 mins
  • About Flip Flopping and Fake Restaurants
    Oct 17 2024

    The gang discusses politicians running away from 2020 and the most popular restaurant in Austin being fake.


    Chapters


    00:00 Moving to Washington D.C.

    08:01 Investing in Southwest Airlines

    15:15 Political Flip-Flopping

    49:14 Engaging with Elected Representatives

    01:06:30 Consequences of Climate Change and Governance

    01:43:13 Third Party Politics and Future Discussions




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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • About Hurricanes and Debating Chatbots
    Oct 10 2024

    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.


    Chapters


    00:00 Christmas Choir and Nostalgia

    03:14 Music and Cultural Shifts

    11:54 Disinformation and Climate Change

    58:15 AI in Political Debates: Fair or Foul?

    01:32:57 Political Rhetoric and Public Perception



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    1 hr and 51 mins
  • About the VP Debate and Hurricane Helene Cleanup
    Oct 3 2024

    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?


    Chapters


    00:00 World War III and Middle Eastern Tensions


    11:07 Vice Presidential Debate Insights


    26:47 Trade Policies and Economic Strategies


    33:01 Housing Policy and Climate Change Discussions


    50:50 The Dynamics of Political Debates


    55:17 JD Vance's Debate Performance and Implications


    01:00:45 The Aftermath of January 6th and Its Political Ramifications


    01:05:21 Trump's Political Strategy and Media Manipulation


    01:11:35 Criticism of Federal Response During Emergencies


    01:20:00 The Intersection of Politics and Governance


    01:25:44 Red Lines in Political Support


    01:39:08 Understanding Government Paternalism and Class Warfare


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    1 hr and 41 mins