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Inflation, Economic Promises, and the War in Ukraine
Duration: 1.02.50 | Recorded on February 15, 2025 S2E7 – The brothers talk about current events and economic issues, noting the pitfalls of how quickly public perception can shift. Beginning with an in-depth analysis of inflation and its impact on different socioeconomic groups, they discuss the complexities of political promises surrounding it, and how the…
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Air Travel, Politics, and Finding Common Ground
Duration: 53.19 | Recorded on February 4, 2025 S2E6 – In this episode, the brothers engage in a thoughtful discussion about current events and big picture issues, focusing on air travel safety and the future of transportation. They explore the complexities of the aviation industry, including a recent plane crash near Washington National Airport and…
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The Tone of Politics: Immigration, Gender, and Political Pardons
Duration: 50.29 | Recorded on January 26, 2025 S2E5 – This episode is wide-ranging. The brothers discuss current political events, personal experiences, and technological advancements. They begin with a conversation on the tone of current political discourse, expressing concerns about the dehumanizing language used in discussions about immigration, and they touch on the complexities of…
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From GDP to Bourbon Prices: A Balanced Scorecard for the Nation
Duration: 54.32 | Recorded on January 19, 2025 S2E4 – In this episode, the brothers dive into a data-driven discussion about how to measure presidential success. Instead of relying on political spin or folklore, they explore a wide range of metrics, from traditional economic indicators like GDP, inflation (CPI and PPI), and unemployment rates, to…
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Is Greenland the New Malibu? Global Politics and Local Disasters
Duration: 47.06 | Recorded on January 12, 2025 S2E3 – Today’s episode centers on the California wildfires, prompting reflections on political polarization and governmental responses to crises. A significant portion of the conversation delves into the complexities of insurance, particularly homeowner’s insurance, in the context of large-scale disasters and escalating costs. Finally, the brothers touch…
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Presidential Fitness & Political Hypocrisy
Duration: 1:11 | Recorded on January 4, 2025 S2E2 – The brothers launch today’s episode with a discussion of a Wall Street Journal article detailing President Biden’s declining mental acuity and the efforts to conceal it. They then explore the implications of this information, contrasting the situations with Biden and Trump, and debating whether age-related…
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Hope, Fears, and Predictions for 2025
Duration: 48:49 | Recorded on January 1, 2025 S2E1 – Happy new year! In today’s podcast, the brothers share their hopes and fears for the coming year, and offer predictions about the economy and border crossings, reflecting their differing perspectives. The conversation touches upon the role of media and its influence, the impact of social…
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Family is more important than any jackass in Washington DC
Duration: 59:51 | Recorded on December 20, 2024 Who would you invite to your holiday party? This is the theme of today’s episode. The brothers discuss which politicians they’d invite to a holiday gathering and who they’d be most comfortable offering an eggnog to. They consider the public and private personas of politicians, based on…
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