Pivot X's Foreign Trolls, Google's AI Wins, and MTG's Resignation
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Nov 25, 2025 A new feature on X reveals a surge of foreign MAGA accounts from countries like Russia and Nigeria, highlighting the influence of troll farms on U.S. discourse. Marco Rubio finds himself in hot water over comments on a Ukraine peace plan. Meanwhile, Google's Gemini 3 makes waves in AI technology, and Eli Lilly reaches a $1 trillion market cap thanks to GLP-1 drug demand. The show wraps up with the surprising resignation of Marjorie Taylor Greene and a discussion on the challenges of government competence amidst political appointments.
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PRP Shots Helped Scott's Shoulder Pain
- Scott described using PRP injections for shoulder injuries and saw 70–80% pain reduction after multiple sessions.
- He framed the treatment as unpleasant but cumulatively beneficial for healing and pain relief.
Foreign Troll Farms Shape U.S. Discourse
- X's new “About This Account” feature revealed many MAGA-aligned accounts originate from countries like Russia, India, and Nigeria.
- Scott and Kara argue foreign-run troll farms fundamentally shape U.S. discourse and political narratives.
Comments Multiply Propaganda Impact
- Foreign actors can cheaply wage influence campaigns on social platforms instead of kinetic or economic efforts.
- Troll comments amplify narratives and pressure public opinion far beyond the original posts.