Real Time with Bill Maher Overtime – Episode #648: Bob Costas, Coleman Hughes, Caitlin Flanagan
Feb 13, 2024
The panel discusses Vince McMahon's branding strategies and the scripted nature of wrestling, raising questions about accountability. They tackle serious allegations in wrestling while drawing parallels to educational equity debates, including SAT reinstatement. The conversation shifts to the predictive validity of standardized tests, critiquing media responsibility in addressing propaganda. Laughter ensues as historical anecdotes and quirky Olympic tales lighten the mood, blending humor with insights on serious topics like government actions.
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McMahon Allegations
- Vince McMahon faces serious allegations, including sex trafficking and abuse, worse than Weinstein.
- Despite this, WWE received a $5 billion deal from Netflix, raising questions about accountability in sports entertainment.
Woke Kindergarten Controversy
- A San Francisco kindergarten with mostly Hispanic students hired "Woke Kindergarten" for $250,000.
- Their math and reading scores declined, highlighting misplaced priorities in education, according to Coleman Hughes.
Dartmouth Reinstates SAT
- Dartmouth reinstated the SAT requirement, reversing a trend among Ivy League schools.
- The SAT is a strong predictor of student success and offers a fair chance for disadvantaged students.