Hold onto your pantalones, folks! This episode is a wild ride. We kick things off with the latest drama surrounding the Department of Education, the massive layoffs, and whether or not its days are numbered. Rachel, our in-house homeschooling expert, lays down the case for why she wouldn’t shed a tear if the DOE disappeared, while Meseidy plays devil’s advocate (and occasional wrestling commentator).

Then, we dive into the controversial case of Mahmoud Khalil—the former Columbia protest leader facing deportation—and break down the legal, political, and popcorn-worthy reactions. Plus, tariffs, the economy, and the ever-important topic of whether Cheez-Its and Sour Patch Kids should be considered a food group. Don’t miss it.

Episode Highlights:

• Department of Education Shakeup – Why nearly half the DOE staff just got pink slips and what this means for American education.
• Deportation Drama – Breaking down the case of Mahmoud Khalil, his ties to radical activism, and why the Biden administration is treating this like the biggest free speech case of our time.
• Tariff Wars & Trade Tensions – Is this just another round of political poker, or is there something deeper going on with Canada and U.S. trade?
• Inflation & Economic Wins – Egg prices are down, inflation is dipping, and regulations are getting slashed—so why is everyone still stressed out?
• Guilty Pleasures & Mafia Fascination – From Sour Patch-fueled reality TV binges to Rachel’s deep (possibly concerning) knowledge of organized crime, we end things on a much lighter note.

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