Pirate Wires Thanksgiving Lessons: Notes From Your Toxic Uncle, Crime in NYC, MSM in Decline, & The Broligarchy đ´ââ ď¸
Nov 22, 2024
The podcast dives into the alarming rise of crime in New York City, spotlighting a troubling stabbing incident. It critiques local politics and discusses how national issues overshadow important local elections. The decline of mainstream media viewership, particularly for networks like MSNBC, raises questions about their future relevance. An intriguing concept called 'broligarchy' is introduced, paired with insights on modern masculinity and its cultural implications. Finally, they navigate the often heated political discussions that unfold during Thanksgiving family gatherings.
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NYC Stabbing Spree
- A knife-wielding homeless man, Ramon Rivera, with prior arrests and mental health episodes, went on a stabbing spree in Manhattan.
- This act killed three people, highlighting NYC's crime problem and officials' focus on issues like congestion pricing.
Anarcho-Tyranny in NYC
- NYC's crime problem reflects "anarcho-tyranny": unsafe streets coexist with excessive tolls and misplaced law enforcement priorities.
- The city's focus seems to be on generating revenue rather than ensuring public safety.
Distraction of National Politics
- National politics distract from local issues, leading voters to prioritize national figures over local officials' effectiveness.
- This focus allows incompetent local officials to remain in power despite failing to address critical concerns like public safety.