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Their Egos Are A National Security Threat Oct 29, 2024

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T-1 week to go until the 2024 election, Sami & V are here trying to keep you informed and sane(ish.)

TEMP CHECK

5:00 - The lowlights of Trump's rally at Madison Square Garden, including the repercussions of Tony Hinchcliffe's "jokes," and Hulk Hogan comparing Harris to the hawk-tuah girl.

VIBE CHECK & MAIN NEWS

24:45 - Election updates! From updates on what's happening on Polymarket (where those outside the US can bet on the outcome of the US election) to voters being illegally purged in Virginia, there's a lot to cover this week. But maybe there's some hope too?

AMERICAN'T

46:45 - The brologarch is here. Both the Washington Post & the LA Times refuse to officially endorse Kamala for president. What does this mean -- and more importantly, why won't they?

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The (Space) Race in the Wild West, ft. Sen. Mark Kelly Oct 24, 2024

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This week we are joined by former astronaut, Senator Mark Kelly to talk about all things Kamala Harris, and his family's personal experience with gun violence and IVF. Kelly also reflects on how new laws are effecting OBGYNs in Arizona, and the danger of qualified doctors closing their practices and moving out of state. We end the the interview by asking Kelly our most burning question about space.

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Early Voting, Elon's Million Dollar Giveaway, and a Side of Fries Oct 22, 2024

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It's 2 weeks till the election and things are ramping up. With early voting in full swing, Sami & V break down the latest data and see what the results are showing in NC, GA, VA. Trump shuts down a McDonalds and pretends to work the fryer, and why they will never be able to drink an Arnold Palmer again. (Though we could go for a burger right now.)

Elon Musk also runs a questionable $1 million giveaway in Pennsylvania, which may put him in legal trouble (if Trump doesn't win.)

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The Movie Trump Doesn't Want You To See Oct 17, 2024

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This week, the screenwriter of the film 'The Apprentice,' Gabriel Sherman, joins Sami to talk about the movie, and why it took 7 years to produce. 'The Apprentice' follows Trump's evolution and the impact of the TV show 'The Apprentice,' and aims to humanize him while addressing his darker traits. The movie also highlights Trump's role as an apprentice to Roy Cohn, and the broader implications of Trump's influence on American politics.

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Flawed Justice, Early Voting, and Trump-chella Oct 15, 2024

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Despite his Sept 2024 release date, Brandon Parks-Burns is still in prison, waiting to be released. Joined by his sister, A.B. Burns-Tucker (@iamlegallyhype), Sami & V learn about Brandon's legal battles after unreliable testimony by an informant landed him in prison when he was 18 years old.

Then, Sami & V go over "Trump-chella," early voting, and what the polls are saying. V shares some insights from Bob Woodward's newest book, "War," including how much Biden loves to drop an f-bomb, and highlights Trumps insecurities.

Reach out to Governor Newsom's office about Parks-Burns release:

https://www.gov.ca.gov/contact/

(916) 445-2841

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In the Eye Of the Storm ft. Deputy Homeland Security Advisor for Resilience and Response Oct 10, 2024

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With hurricane Milton hitting Florida Wednesday night, V talks to Caitlin Durkovich, Deputy Homeland Security Advisor for Resilience and Response, about the dangerous storm, and the challenges Florida faces over the next few weeks. Durkovich explains why the storm surge is so dangerous, and what you should do if you have not evacuated Tampa yet.

Fact check rumors about hurricane Helene & hurricane Milton: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/current/hurricane-helene/rumor-response

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Nazis Getting Busted & Zuckerberg's Bro-ification Oct 08, 2024

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00:00 - Sami reflects on celebrating the Jewish New Year, and the anniversary of the October 7th attack on Israel.MAIN NEWS

14:30 - Let's talk schadenfreude -- 68 American Nazi's were charged in an indictment last week in California's San Fernando Valley. The group calls themselves the PECKERWOODS, and is run by a 62-year old woman named Trish. According to the indictment, law enforcement found large quantities of illegal firearms, and dozens of pounds of fentanyl, and other drugs.AMERICAN'T

33:30 - The lies surrounding hurricane Helene have gotten out of control... Sami & V try to cover some of the ones they've heard the most -- like FEMA aid being used for migrants (FALSE) and Kamala Harris went on 'Call Her Daddy' instead of visiting hurricane victims (FALSE)Fact check additional statements here: https://www.fema.gov/disaster/current/hurricane-helene/rumor-response44:30 - The latest updates on the abortion ban in Texas.

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You Can't Fact Check JD Vance (VP Debate Recap) ft. Vibes Only's Glennis & Brian Oct 03, 2024

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Another debate, another recap! Today V & Sami are joined by Vibes Only's Glennis Meagher & Brian Derrick to compare notes on last night's VP debate. Was Walz's neighborly demeanor a liability? Can Vance answer a question without lying? What does the VP even do? We can answer some of these questions, even if the candidates didn't.

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How Sabrina Carpenter Got NYC Mayor Eric Adams Indicted ft. Rep. Maxwell Frost Oct 01, 2024

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What do Sabrina Carpenter and Eric Adams have in common? Maybe more than you think!

TEMP CHECK

6: 00 - People are on Chappell Roan's ass over her current political stance. Should she be doing more, or are we expecting too much from the Midwest Princess?

MAIN NEWS

16:40 - V & Sami explain the connection between NYC's Mayor, the Catholic Church, and Sabrina Carpenter. Already indicted on bribery charges, it looks like there may be more charges coming Adams' way. Should Governor Hochul pressure a resignation from Adams, or will her support for the Mayor hurt her too?

29:20 - Florida Rep. Maxwell Frost talks about his experiences on the campaign trail with Kamala Harris, the challenges of hurricane recovery in Florida, and how the anti-immigrant rhetoric is getting increasingly more dangerous.

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