Some More News Even More News: Trump's Terrible Tariffs... Seems Bad!
Apr 4, 2025
The hosts dive into the chaos of Trump's tariffs, revealing how convoluted calculations lead to higher prices without real benefits. They dissect Elon's recent blunders in Wisconsin and Cory Booker's record-setting speech, mixing humor with serious political analysis. The absurdity of immigration policies and JD Vance's poor excuses for deportation are scrutinized. Amid political turmoil, a hilarious tangent about skunk removal lightens the mood, showcasing their playful banter while tackling weighty topics.
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Joe Rogan Episode
- Jonathan wrote the latest episode about Joe Rogan, featuring contributions from Dave Bell and Cody Johnston.
- The episode tackles Rogan's frequent, comically wrong statements, especially regarding politics.
Trump's Tariff Rationale
- Trump's tariffs are based on a misunderstanding of trade deficits, viewing imports exceeding exports as inherently bad.
- This misconception fuels his belief that countries with higher exports are "cheating" the US.
Absurd Tariff Calculations
- The tariff percentages are nonsensical and arbitrarily calculated, contradicting actual tariff rates.
- The formula seems derived from an AI chatbot like ChatGPT, dividing the trade deficit by US imports.