The Mind Killer 134 - What If the Pig Was All Bacon?
May 7, 2025
The hosts humorously dissect Cinco de Mayo and its history, turning misconceptions into appreciation. They tackle the complexities of government funding, political maneuvering, and a scandal involving a judge. Discussions also highlight a major power outage in the Iberian Peninsula and skepticism towards authority in education. Current events feature a sarcastic take on Elon Musk and North Korean troops, while positive news celebrates medical advancements and gene-edited pigs promising tastier bacon. The narrative wraps with reflections on childhood joy amidst adult worries.
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Suing Over Unconstitutional Funding Conditions
- When the government attaches illegal conditions to funding, suing is the proper response. - Harvard's lawsuit against Trump exemplifies resisting unconstitutional strings on appropriated money.
Minerals Deal Implies Implicit Security
- The US-Ukraine mineral deal offers the US preferred access without security guarantees. - Americans working near Russian borders act as an implicit deterrent.
Judge's Failed Escape Plan
- A judge allegedly helped an illegal immigrant escape by facilitating a side-door exit. - The plan failed and the immigrant was caught shortly after exiting the building.