PBD Podcast Minneapolis Trans Shooter, Newsom FEAR MONGERS, Trump's Health & Influencer Dark Money EXPOSED | PBD Podcast | Ep. 639
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Aug 29, 2025 A tragic shooting in Minneapolis raises urgent discussions about societal pressures and the complexities of identity. Gavin Newsom's alarming accusations against Trump spark debates on political narratives. The dark money funding influencing Democratic messaging is exposed, revealing hidden financial tactics. Amidst humorous anecdotes, the hosts tackle serious topics like rising autism rates and political safety, alongside reflections on health and the chaotic world of politics and entertainment. The impact of money in politics comes under scrutiny, advocating for transparency.
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Trans Shooters Highlight Data Questions
- Trans and non-binary people showed up high in the podcast's cited mass-shooting stat and became a focal point for the hosts' analysis.
- The hosts argue we need better data-driven prevention and mental-health support rather than politicized narratives.
Provide Help Before Politicizing Tragedy
- If someone is troubled by gender dysphoria or mental illness, the hosts urge communities to provide help and psychiatric care.
- Tom Ellsworth and others say gun control alone won't solve the problem and parents must secure weapons responsibly.
Teacher Wife’s Lockdown Training
- Tom Ellsworth shares that his wife conducts yearly lockdown training at school and praises entrepreneurs building quick locks.
- He uses that personal angle to stress practical school-safety measures alongside mental-health interventions.
