The gang explores the Kamala Harris and Donald Trump debate, the implications of Dick Cheney's endorsement of Harris, and the broader themes of voter dynamics and coalition building in the upcoming election. Also, Hawaii.

Chapters

00:00 From Grumpiness to Baby Care

08:40 Surprising Endorsement from Dick Cheney

01:05:09 Hawaii: The Happiest State

01:29:18 The Orwellian Behavior of Political Parties

01:35:15 The Changing Landscape of Cable Television

01:41:33 Football and Future Podcast Episodes

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The gang discuss AOC's criticism of Jill Stein and the Green Party. They debate the effectiveness of third parties and the strategies they employ. Jen argues that AOC's criticism is factually inaccurate and stems from bitterness, while Heaton suggests that AOC's approach of working within the Democratic Party has been more effective in achieving change. 

Also, they discuss the decline of the pay TV industry and the impact on cable and streaming services. The conversation concludes with a conversation about the oversaturation of television shows and the future of the industry. 

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and AOC's Criticism of Jill Stein

27:57 AOC: Sellout or Smart Operator?

43:46 The Decline of the Pay TV Industry

55:51 The Future of Television

01:03:41 The Great Taco Debate

01:05:22 The Classification of the UK and Europe

01:09:00 Regulating Platforms like Telegram

01:17:51 The Presidential Debates: Format and Speculation

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The gang discusses Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s decision to suspend his campaign and endorse Donald Trump and the arrest of Telegram founder Pavel Durov in France over the weekend surrounding criminal activity by users of his messaging app.

Chapters

00:02:45 Jen and Heaton's DNC Experience

00:20:03 RFK Jr. Drops Out and Endorses Donald Trump

00:43:34 Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Arrested in France

01:02:06 On the Chicago Episode

01:05:24 On Profit Caps

01:30:27 On Patreon's Billing Changes

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The gang discuss a range of topics including Heaton's experience working with dolphins, their attendance at a media party, price gouging in the food industry, and the recent changes to Patreon's billing system.

Chapters

00:00 Dolphin Stories and Lazy Dolphins

01:37 The Extravagant Media Party

10:03 Price Gouging in the Food Industry

34:00 Patreon's Billing System

56:17 Supreme Court Case: Schneider v. United States

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The gang discusses the decision by journalistic outlets to not publish hacked information from the Trump campaign, with the Trump campaign suggesting Iranian involvement. Also, should sports betting be legalized nationwide?

Chapters

13:51 Announcing the Chicago Show and the Democratic National Convention

32:25 The Decision Not to Publish Hacked Information: Ethical Considerations

41:40 Hunter Biden Controversy and Foreign Influence

51:46 Debate on Legalizing Sports Betting

01:15:01 Exploring Gun Control Perspectives

01:34:48 The Condom Quota at the Olympics

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A federal judge has ruled that Google illegally maintained a monopoly in online search by abusing its dominant market position, the gang discuss! They also chat about the selection of Tim Walz as the Democratic nominee for vice president and the reasons behind the decision. They analyze the electoral implications and policy positions of Walz, particularly on guns. In this final part of the conversation, Justin and Heaton discuss the child tax credit, Tim Walz's progressive stance on guns, the portrayal of politicians in the media, and the importance of trusting politicians' actions rather than their words. They also touch on the selection of Kamala Harris as Joe Biden's running mate and the need for voters to critically evaluate campaign messaging. The conversation concludes with a lighthearted discussion about movies and the concept of 'weirdness' in politics.

Chapters

00:00 Google's Monopoly in Online Search

19:03 Dominant Market Share and Anti-Competitive Practices

31:59 Antitrust Legislation and Monopoly Maintenance

48:25 Tim Walz: The Strategic Pick for Vice President

01:00:53 Analyzing Tim Walz's Policy Positions on Guns

01:11:13 Politics as a Blood Sport and the Concept of 'Weirdness'

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We have a new election!

The gang discuss the Democratic Party's role in choosing candidates and the lack of a democratic process. They also touch on Kamala Harris's record and policy positions, highlighting her progressive stances during the primary. 

It also explores the use of the term 'weird' to brand opponents. The discussion highlights the different connotations of 'weird' and the potential impact on voters. In this final part of the conversation, the principal themes discussed include the role of permission structures in political decision-making, JD Vance's potential appeal to swing voters in Rust Belt states, the importance of feelings over policy in elections, and the need for a nuanced understanding of candidates beyond surface-level labels. 

Chapters

00:00 Personal Anecdotes

05:52 Reviewing the Democratic Nomination Process

11:33 Kamala Harris as the Vice Presidential Candidate

18:21 The Lack of Democracy in the Democratic Party

24:35 Racially Segregated Zoom Calls for Kamala Harris

58:25 The Dual Nature of 'Weird'

01:04:04 The Impact of Personal Identification

01:06:19 The Influence of Permission Structures on Political Beliefs

01:19:41 The Importance of Empathy in Political Discourse

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**RECORDED BEFORE THE BIDEN DROPOUT**

LIVE IN MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN... the gang discusses the Republican National Convention and the MAGA-dominated Republican Party. There is speculation about the possibility of Joe Biden dropping out and a contested Democratic convention.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Comparing the Convention to Des Moines

06:10 Recapping the Republican National Convention

11:58 Analyzing the Shifts in the Republican Party

19:12 The Cover Band and Hulk Hogan's Entrance

24:55 Analyzing Trump's Speech: Planned vs. Improvised

46:48 The Possibility of a Contested Convention

52:21 The Uncertainty and Consequences of the Election

01:37:52 Tipping Points for Trump's Popularity

01:50:02 The Mishandling of the Economy by the Biden Administration

01:55:14 Living together as friends and navigating conflicts

02:01:02 Michelle Obama's potential political role

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The gang discusses the attempt to kill President Trump in Butler, PA and what ramifications the discourse around him did or didn't have.

They then go over the record and rhetoric of JD Vance, who accepted the nomination for vice president at the Republican National Convention last night.

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The gang explore the possibility of invoking the 25th Amendment and the concerns about Biden's fitness for office. They also touch on the media's coverage of Biden's condition and the lack of transparency from the White House. They also discuss the directive by Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters to teach the Bible in public schools.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance (or Lack Thereof) of Outfit Choices

12:13 Controversy Surrounding Joe Biden's Cognitive Abilities

31:45 Limited Options for Addressing Concerns about Biden's Health

52:55 The Potential Scandals Surrounding the Biden Family

01:09:26 Teaching the Bible in Public Schools

01:19:33 The Chevron Deference and the Ninth Amendment

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