Comedian & actor Vir Das discusses controversy and comedy, navigating backlash over his poem 'I Come From Two Indias' to winning an International Emmy for his Netflix special 'Vir Das: Landing'. He shares the importance of being 'authentically Indian' on his 33-country Mind Fool stand-up tour.
The podcast discusses the potential consequences of using untrusted data in AI systems, questioning the reliability of the results.
The ongoing legal challenges faced by former President Donald Trump, particularly regarding his alleged attempt to steal the 2020 election, are highlighted.
The podcast examines the restrictive abortion law in Texas and criticizes the court's decision-making power over a woman's medical procedure.
Deep dives
Implications of Untrusted Data in AI Results
The podcast episode explores the potential consequences of using untrusted data in AI systems, questioning the reliability of the results. It emphasizes the importance of having the right AI tailored specifically to each business's needs, such as IBM's Watson X platform. The discussion highlights the need to train, tune, and deploy AI using trusted data to ensure accurate outcomes.
Legal Challenges of Former President Donald Trump
The podcast delves into the ongoing legal challenges faced by former President Donald Trump, particularly regarding his alleged attempt to steal the 2020 election. It mentions the recent development of the United States Supreme Court agreeing to weigh in on Trump's historic criminal prosecution, which raises the question of whether he is immune from federal prosecution for actions taken while in office. The episode highlights the back-and-forth arguments between Special Counsel Jack Smith and Trump's lawyers regarding the claims of official presidential duties and potential immunity.
Rudy Giuliani's Legal Troubles and Defamation Trial
The episode discusses the legal problems faced by former lawyer and Trump ally Rudy Giuliani. It mentions his court appearance related to false claims and conspiracy theories about two Georgia election workers after the 2020 election. The workers are seeking damages of up to $43 million, and Giuliani stands by his accusations and maintains his defense. The podcast humorously critiques Giuliani's actions during his defamation trial and comments on his lawyer's statements about potential repercussions.
Challenges of Abortion Rights in Texas
The podcast examines the legal battle faced by a Texas woman, Kate Cox, as she seeks an abortion due to severe fetal abnormalities. The Texas Supreme Court ruled against her in her attempt to secure an emergency medical exception to the state's abortion ban. Doctors argue that continuing the pregnancy poses health risks and may prevent future pregnancies. The episode criticizes the restrictive abortion law in Texas, humorously suggesting that a court shouldn't decide whether a woman can get a medical procedure.
Indian American voters in the 2024 Presidential Election
The podcast features a conversation with a group of mostly conservative Indian American voters discussing their views on the 2024 presidential election. The discussion highlights the perception of Indian Americans as a model minority and their desire for an Indian American president. Different preferences among the group are mentioned, including support for Nikki Haley as an immigrant candidate, while others express a preference for a Democratic candidate and a level-headed approach. The conversation also touches on issues of racism and free speech in the country.
Comedian Beherdas' Stand-up Special and International Emmy Win
The podcast interviews comedian and actor Beherdas about his stand-up special and recent international Emmy win. Beherdas reflects on his experiences navigating controversy and backlash, including being called a terrorist and facing criminal charges for his political and social commentary on India. He talks about the power of comedy to bring people together and create laughter, emphasizing the importance of authentic storytelling. The episode also discusses his upcoming tour and his work on a TV show called Country Eastern, where he plays a brown Indian man who becomes a country music singer in Memphis, Tennessee.
Kal Penn covers Trump's plea for presidential immunity from the Supreme Court and a defamation lawsuit that could mean "the end" of Rudy Giuliani, and Grace Kuhlenschmidt offers up a solution to the abortion debate in Texas. And are aunties disappointed that Kamala Harris is ONLY vice president? Will Trump be a dictator? Does Vivek Ramaswamy have rizz? Kal Penn questions a panel of conservative Indian-American voters to see which candidate truly belongs in the White House. Plus, comedian & actor Vir Das discusses the journey he’s been on over the last few years, from facing strong backlash over his poem “I Come From Two Indias,” to winning an International Emmy for his Netflix special about the aftermath of that controversy, “Vir Das: Landing.” And he gives Kal Penn credit for influencing him to attend college in America and shares why it’s important to be “authentically Indian” on his 33-country Mind Fool stand-up tour.
