What a Weekday: We Got An Embezzlement Stew Going On feat. Louis Virtel
May 14, 2024
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Louis Virtel joins for a hilarious discussion on Trump's Hannibal Lecter speech, Taylor Swift's concert baby, and ending with 1,500 spiders. They touch on voter motivation, shallow political figures, Celine Dion, SNL sketches, and American Girl dolls.
Trump's pop culture references reflect a bizarre blend of entertainment and politics.
Political scandals involve blame-shifting tactics and cultural mishaps.
Scorpion smuggling reveals the obscure and lucrative world of illegal exotic animal trade.
Deep dives
The Future of Biden's Campaign
Recent polls show Biden performing better than at any point in 2024, with Trump having a slight lead. The Democratic Party aims for less worse results to boost hope and energy amidst competitive apathy.
Trump's Embrace of Fictional Characters
Donald Trump's campaign speeches include shoutouts to fictional characters like Hannibal Lecter, connecting them to his talking points. His pseudo-connections to pop culture and limited movie taste are reflected in his campaign statements, presenting an unmistakable link between his public persona and the roles he references.
Political Scandals and Blame Games
Senator Robert Menendez's trial embroils him in bribery accusations, shifting blame to his wife for his alleged wrongdoings. South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem faces backlash for a dog murder scandal, highlighting the dynamics of corruption and scapegoating prevalent in political circles.
Cultural References and Commercial Parodies
Viral dresses, Taylor Swift's concert mishap with a baby, and the announcement of a third Downton Abbey movie enrich the cultural landscape. The intersection of popular culture references and real-world events blends entertainment and societal commentary in a unique way.
The Unusual Smuggling Case
A curator's arrest for smuggling scorpion and spider samples to manufacture venom highlights the bizarre allure of scorpion venom. The case underscores the unexpected and lucrative dimensions of illegal activities centered around exotic animal samples and their potentially lucrative applications.
Louis Virtel joins us for some fava beans and a nice Limoncello La Croix for today’s What A Weekday! This week, Donald Trump’s Hannibal Lecter speak leaves a funny taste in our mouth. Robert and Nadine Menendez are couple goals. The Taylor Swift concert baby has better seats than we do, and we end the show the way we always do: with 1,500 spiders and scorpions.
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