Justin and Evan Scrimshaw discuss recent polls from the New York Times that show Joe Biden trailing in key swing states, particularly in the Sunbelt. There is concern among Democrats about Biden's electoral prospects and the need to mobilize Hispanic and black voters. The discussion also touches on Biden's messaging and campaign strategy, as well as the potential impact of Supreme Court issues on the election.

00:00 Intro

03:12 New York Times polls of Sunbelt

22:45 Why Biden Need to Hammer The Supreme Court

35:33 Update: Tariffs, Maryland Primary

47:01 Biden's Limitations

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How the Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake feud explains "authenticity" in politics. 

Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump make an uneasy peace. Kimberly Leonard of Politico explains how it happened and why it might not last.

00:53 Drake, Kendrick and Authenticity

08:22 Update - MTG, Johnson, Biden

32:47 Trump and DeSantis Reunion

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Justin Robert Young discusses the failed ceasefire between Hamas and Israel and how Biden has handled the war. By the numbers? Not great!

Eric Brakey (Free State Project) discusses the politics of liberty and the strategy of brining Donald Trump the Libertarian Party convention.

00:32 Ceasefire Fails

06:25 Joe Biden Approval Ratings

10:23 Democratic Party Mixed Views on War

16:39 Update: Noem, Stormy, Zelensky, Trump

32:59 Interview with Eric Brakey

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Joe Biden is coming out of a three month rebrand... so why is he in the same polling position he was before he started? Justin breaks down the four main planks of campaign.

Donald Trump fined for violating gag order. House Freedom Caucus won't vacate Johnson. Hunter Biden goes to war with Fox News.

Tom LoBianco (24sight.news) breaks down the fall of the Pro Life movement within the GOP.

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Justin discusses the ongoing TikTok ban and divestiture, as well as updates on abortion laws in Idaho and Arizona. He highlights the political maneuvering and uncertainty surrounding the TikTok ban, with both Democrats and Republicans supporting the legislation for various reasons. We welcome Tom Merritt (Daily Tech News Show) who helps analyzes TikTok's messaging and defense strategy, emphasizing its focus on opportunity, safety, and freedom. 

00:00 Introduction and Overview

00:36 TikTok CEO Video Breakdown

12:00 Update

23:30 Tom Merritt

58:37 Outro

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Justin Robert Young discusses Joe Biden's visit to Florida and the potential impact of an abortion referendum on the upcoming election. He also talks about the long and winding road for foreign aid in Congress with Bill Scher of Washington Monthly. Additionally, the TikTok divestment bill is discussed, with speculation on the reasons for its delay in the Senate and the potential impact on the social media landscape.

00:00 Introduction

01:28 The Importance of Florida in the Election

05:02 The Uphill Climb for Democrats in Florida

05:09 Update

10:28 Tensions over the Israel-Hamas Conflict at U.S. Universities

15:11 Potential Ban or Change in Ownership of TikTok

19:07 Bill Scher

19:11 Parenting Advice

25:11 The Passage of the Foreign Policy Package

35:22 The Ongoing Story of the TikTok Divestment Bill

53:57 Outro

54:01 Personal News: Becoming a Father

57:41 Preview: Next Episode with Tom Merritt

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Justin Robert Young discusses Donald Trump's professional victimization and its potential impact on the upcoming election. He also interviews Corey Nathan about the intersection of politics and religion. 

The episode also touches on other political news, such as the FISA bill and controversies surrounding NPR's alleged liberal bias. 

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:21 Donald Trump's Martyr Strategy

08:34 Update on congress, NPR and Live Nation

23:10 Interview with Corey Nathan

58:28 Outro

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Justin Robert Young and Kevin Ryan discuss the upcoming Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson fight and its political and cultural implications. The conversation explores the use of scandal and spectacle in politics and entertainment. It discusses how politicians and public figures strategically pick fights and create controversy to gain attention and control the narrative. The conversation also touches on the role of social media and online communities in amplifying conflicts and turning them into rivalries. It draws parallels between the tactics used in combat sports and politics, highlighting the art of creating hype and generating interest. The conversation concludes by examining the dynamics of online communities and how they can shift from celebrating a shared interest to becoming divided and contentious.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Welcome

08:19 The Spectacle of Professional Wrestling

15:41 Interconnection of Sports, Politics, and Culture

38:00 Exploring the Themes of Rivalry, Spectacle, and Universality in Combat Sports and Westerns

45:09 The Role of Online Communities and Moderators in Rivalries and Power Struggles

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Trump reveals abortion position: it's a state's rights issue. We assess the field of play for abortion in 2024.

Matt Laslo (Raw Story) joins us to talk rumors in the halls of congress on Speaker Johnson's possible ouster, FISA 702, the Mayorkas Impeachment and the TikTok bill.

00:00 Introduction and Eclipse Experience

05:43 Trump Targets Moderates at expense of Pro-Life Voters

13:07 Impact of Trigger Laws and Women's Health Issues

14:45 Update: Mayorkas, Student Loan Relief, FISA

23:09 Matt Laslo Interview

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