Some More News Even More News: Trump's Interview Disaster, SNAP Benefits Coming Back, & Joe Rogan and Elon's AI Jam Session
Nov 4, 2025
Join the hosts as they unpack Trump's bewildering admission about not knowing who he pardons during a tense "60 Minutes" interview. The discussion takes a turn to political dynamics in New York with Zorhan Mamdani in focus. They explore the administration's decision to partially fund SNAP benefits amid a shutdown and delve into Scott Adams' privileged healthcare requests. Plus, hear about Joe Rogan and Elon Musk's excitement for AI music and what it means for artists. A mix of humor and sharp observations awaits!
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Pardons Framed As Ignorance Or Indifference
- Trump repeatedly claimed he didn't know who he pardoned, framing decisions as delegated or trivial.
- Hosts argue this is implausible and reveals either willful ignorance or disregard for presidential duty.
Interview Editing Shapes Perception
- The 60 Minutes interview was heavily edited and the transcript differs from the aired version.
- Hosts note Trump has previously sued CBS over editing, suggesting he'll complain again despite looking worse on air.
Partial SNAP Funding Is Politically Charged
- The administration agreed to fund some SNAP benefits via contingency funds during the shutdown.
- Hosts stress partial payments are politically motivated and insufficient for the 42 million affected people.
