The Joe Rogan Experience #2391 - Duncan Trussell
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Oct 9, 2025 
Duncan Trussell, a stand-up comedian and host of the Duncan Trussell Family Hour podcast, dives into the intricate interplay of spirituality, politics, and culture. He reevaluates his views on Catholicism, examines the dynamics of modern protests, and critiques capitalism's structure. The duo discusses compassion in immigration policies, the normalization of authoritarianism, and the alarming realities of child trafficking. They also humorously explore alien theories and consider the societal impacts of AI, all while emphasizing grassroots action and personal responsibility.
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Economic Strain Breeds Radical Thought
- Economic stress and concentrated wealth create fertile ground for anti-capitalist movements.
- Young, online-radicalized people are especially susceptible to revolutionary narratives when opportunity seems blocked.
Why Protests Turn Into Mob Violence
- Viewing protests as collective war-patterns explains why mobs escalate quickly.
- Marching together triggers ancient fight-or-flight circuitry and group violence becomes likely.
Find Humane Immigration Solutions
- Show practical compassion: create pathways to citizenship for long-term productive residents.
- Balance border security with humane solutions for people who've built lives here.
