The Remnant with Jonah Goldberg

All My Exes Drive In Teslas

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Jun 7, 2025
The host dives into the challenges of pre-recording amidst a busy schedule, revealing the complexities involved. They dissect how public figures like Elon Musk and Donald Trump shape society through their motivations. A discussion on the urgent need for entitlement reform highlights national debt concerns. The critique of Top Chef raises questions about capitalism and sustainability in cooking. Historical views on frugality and political coalitions are examined, linking past practices to modern trends. Finally, the dangers of apocalyptic rhetoric on the right are explored, stressing the importance of reality over fear.
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ANECDOTE

Mobile Studio Interview Experience

  • Jonah Goldberg described doing a CNN interview from a mobile studio in shorts and a jacket.
  • This was a big improvement over traveling across town or using a laptop for the show.
INSIGHT

Musk's Multifaceted Grievances

  • Elon Musk's attacks on the Big Beautiful Bill stem from multiple grievances including lost contracts and tax credit policies.
  • These varied frustrations combined form a "straw that breaks the camel's back" scenario motivating his campaign.
INSIGHT

Musk's Unchanged Character

  • Elon Musk remains the same impulsive, arrogant figure shaped by immense wealth and confidence.
  • His Twitter acquisition reflects this character as he got distracted and pulled into politics.
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