

12/5/24: Trump melts down over failed nomination, Biden considering blanket pardons
Dec 5, 2024
Sam Wolfson, a political and cultural features writer for The Guardian, joins to discuss the influences of right-leaning podcasts on public perception of Trump. He and the host explore Biden’s potential blanket pardons for Democrats amid Trump's impending return. Pete Hegseth, Trump's Defense Secretary nominee, faces tough questions and scrutiny over personal conduct, including allegations of substance use. The candid discussion highlights the tensions within the GOP, especially regarding Hegseth’s qualifications and the future of Trump's political maneuvers.
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Intro
00:00 • 5min
Political Pardons and Trump's Turmoil
04:46 • 7min
Trump's Nomination Chaos and Comfy Alternatives
12:07 • 6min
Scrutiny and Substance: A Political Interview
18:20 • 11min
Political Pressures and Podcast Influence
28:52 • 7min
Podcasts and Political Perception
35:33 • 15min
Engaging Left vs. Alluring Right
50:50 • 6min
Political Nomination and Controversy
57:13 • 9min
Controversial Comparisons and Current Events
01:05:59 • 1min