

How Wrestlemania influenced Donald Trump’s cabinet picks
7 snips Nov 20, 2024
James Orr, an Associate Professor of Philosophy of Religion at Cambridge University and close adviser to J.D. Vance, joins to discuss the surprising connections between wrestling and Donald Trump's cabinet appointments. He highlights Linda McMahon's controversial educational policies and the troubling histories of other appointees, particularly regarding sexual misconduct allegations. Orr also dives into the ethical dilemmas senators face in challenging nominations, illustrating how personal ethics often clash with political expediency in Trump's unconventional administration.
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Intro
00:00 • 4min
Senate Dilemmas: Ethics vs. Politics
04:07 • 5min
Democratic Party's Complicated Affiliation with Controversial Health Figures
09:31 • 2min
Media, Politics, and Public Perception
11:43 • 10min
The Intersection of Humor and Serious Issues in Political Discourse
22:11 • 2min
The Shifting Sands of Political Allegiance
24:28 • 14min