

EP#224 | Wren Experiences the LA Protests First Hand
4 snips Jun 13, 2025
Wren shares his firsthand experience of the recent protests in LA, contrasting peaceful demonstrations with media-driven narratives of violence. The excitement for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 leads to humorous tales of pre-ordering challenges. The hosts dive into futuristic tech topics, including robotics and gaming innovations, while musing over nostalgic video game lore. They also touch on the evolving landscape of music production, explore influencer earnings, and hint at future content focusing on data privacy.
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Firsthand Account of LA Protests
- Sam and Jan experienced the LA protests and riots firsthand near Skid Row and Little Tokyo.\n- The protest sites were isolated, not widespread, but visuals made them seem chaotic to outsiders.
LA Protests Mostly Peaceful
- Most people in the LA protests are peaceful; violent acts represent a tiny minority.\n- Media focuses on chaos, but the unrest is localized and not a full-scale riot like past events.
Federal Response to Protests
- The federal response to the protests is chaotic and disorganized but expected given the circumstances.\n- The protests are relatively small compared to past events and have not escalated into widespread unrest.