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About "Monitoring the Situation" and Michael Jackson Apr 22, 2026

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The gang discusses the newly-developed "Monitoring the Situation" livestream, an X-hosted 24/7 live feed designed to serve as an alternative to traditional media. Backed by Andreesen Horowitz, is "Monitoring the Situation" something you need in your life, or just another way to stay glued to your phone. They then discuss the new Michael Jackson biopic, which was forced to undergo a full rework in post-production to avoid discussing the pop star's sexual allegations, and ask whether a movie about MJ should be forced to reckon with that chapter in his life.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro and Gerrymandering

00:34:16 - "Monitoring the Situation"

00:59:51 - Michael Jackson

01:12:21 - Emails

01:29:18 - Wrap-up

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About Eric Swalwell and Viktor Orbán Apr 16, 2026

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The gang reacts to the rapid fall of Eric Swalwell, who went from sitting Congressman and the Democratic (and, therefore, overall leading) frontrunner for governor of California to resigning over multiple sexual misconduct allegations. They then turn their attention to Viktor Orbán, who leaves power after 16 years following his recent loss in Hungary's election.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:17:39 - Eric Swalwell

00:48:39 - Viktor Orbán

01:16:29 - Emails

01:31:20 - Wrap-up

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About Afroman and Kanye West Apr 09, 2026

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The gang discusses Afroman's elevated status following his recent win in a high-profile defamation lawsuit involving Adams County police officers. Is the rapper actually a First Amendment hero, or is there more to this case than you might think? They then turn their attention to another rapper — Kayne West — who recently found himself banned from entering the UK to perform at a local festival, resulting in that festival being canceled. Did the UK overstep, or is this merely the consequences of years of Ye's antisemitic behavior?

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:50 - Afroman

00:42:51 - Kanye West

01:07:13 - Emails

01:27:09 - Wrap-up

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About Social Media Souring Democracy and Disney Adults Apr 02, 2026

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The gang discusses new polling showing heavy social media users are less committed to the concept of democracy, raising questions about whether online life is distorting reality or just revealing deeper cracks. Then they pivot to “Disney adults,” a high-spending, status-driven fandom that fuels Disney’s success while drawing ridicule. Is it harmless escapism or something more unsettling?

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:03:52 - Global Developments (Mostly Iran)

00:42:44 - Social Media and Democracy

01:14:14 - Disney Adults

01:38:01 - Emails

01:50:50 - Wrap-up

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About the DHS Shutdown and Millennial Feminism Mar 26, 2026

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The gang talks through the ongoing problems facing travelers as TSA delays continue to build up. With the Democrats balking at their initial proposal in order to ask for additional ICE restrictions, what solution — if any — can we find to this DHS shutdown? Then they discuss a new piece in The Atlantic arguing that former Jezebel writer Lindy West's new memoir marks the end of "millennial feminism."

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:03 - Iran

00:22:54 - DHS Shutdown

00:47:14 - Millennial Feminism

01:11:36 - Emails

01:53:55 - Wrap-up

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About Prediction Markets and the Intimacy Crisis Mar 19, 2026

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The gang breaks down Arizona’s lawsuit against prediction market platform Kalshi, which the state says is illegally operating as a gambling business by allowing bets on elections and sports. Kalshi argues its contracts are federally regulated financial products, setting up a broader fight over whether states can police prediction markets at all. Then they turn to what some are calling an “intimacy crisis,” as fewer Americans form relationships and loneliness rises despite humans being wired for connection. With dating apps, economic stress, and online culture all playing a role, they ask whether modern life is pulling people away from real relationships.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:11:12 - Prediction Markets

00:46:00 - Intimacy Crisis

01:14:42 - Emails

01:36:08 - Wrap-up

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About LA Hospice Fraud and the Everglades Mar 11, 2026

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The gang breaks down a sweeping investigation into hospice care in LA County, where hundreds of providers show warning signs of fraud. With some providers billing Medicare despite reporting zero patients and average billing far above the national average, they debate whether this is a systemic failure or a contained abuse of the system. Then they turn to Florida, where lawmakers are advancing a bill that could open land near the Everglades to housing construction. A good way to ease housing shortages, or a risk for floods and poor drinking water?

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:19:14 - Hospice Fraud

00:56:20 - Everglades

01:15:30 - Emails

01:34:22 - Wrap-up

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About Iran and the BAFTAs Mar 05, 2026

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The gang breaks down the escalating conflict with Iran after the U.S. launched Operation Epic Fury, a sweeping air and missile campaign targeting Iranian military infrastructure that reportedly killed Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei and triggered retaliation across the region. With Iranian missile and drone attacks already underway and fears of broader escalation rising, they ask what the long term legacy of the operation could be for U.S. foreign policy and the Middle East.

Then they turn to the BAFTA Awards controversy after a guest with Tourette syndrome involuntarily shouted a racial slur during a live presentation featuring actors Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo. The moment slipped through the BBC broadcast delay and sparked a heated debate surrounding disability, intent, and who bears responsibility when live television goes wrong.

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:04:35 - Texas Primaries

00:17:17 - Iran

01:12:37 - BAFTAs

01:34:28 - Emails

01:51:34 - Wrap-up

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About Tony Gonzales and the Olympic Culture War Feb 26, 2026

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The gang breaks down the controversy surrounding Rep. Tony Gonzales after explicit text messages between him and former staffer Regina Santos-Aviles surfaced, prompting resignation calls and ethical questions about power dynamics in Congress. With Gonzales denying wrongdoing and calling the backlash politically motivated, they ask whether he should step aside or stay in the race. Then they turn to the Olympic culture war, as celebrations of Team USA’s gold medals collide with partisan backlash, White House invitations, and viral locker room politics. When did rooting for American athletes become a political statement?

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:14:36 - State of the Union

00:32:15 - Tony Gonzales

00:54:35 - Olympic Culture War

01:15:13 - Emails

01:36:17 - Wrap-up

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About the SAVE America Act and Amelia Feb 19, 2026

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The gang debates the SAVE America Act, the proposal requiring documentary proof of U.S. citizenship to register to vote in federal elections. Supporters say it strengthens election integrity, while opponents argue noncitizen voting is already illegal and rare and warn the documentation requirements could disenfranchise eligible voters. Then they turn to “Amelia,” the purple haired character from a UK government-backed anti-extremism game called Pathways, who became an unlikely internet mascot after critics argued her concerns about immigration and national identity were framed as extremism. How exactly did a government messaging tool turn into a meme?

Chapters

00:00:00 - Intro

00:10:01 - Halftime Show Emails

00:26:29 - SAVE America

00:59:12 - Brief Kid Rock-RFK Jr. Thoughts

01:01:53 - Amelia

01:21:30 - Emails

01:32:34 - Wrap-up

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