5/8/23: Saagar's Cameo In Trump Deposition, Biden Losing in Trump Head to Head, Proud Boys Conviction, How NYC Failed Jordan Neely, Hunter Biden Criminal Charging, Tucker Declares War on Fox, American Life 50 Years Ago, Dem MegaDonor on AOC
Saagar and Ryan discuss a range of interesting topics including Saagar's cameo in Trump's deposition, new polls showing Biden losing to Trump, the troubling precedent set by the Proud Boys conviction, how NYC failed Jordan Neely, charging Hunter Biden as a criminal, American life 50 years ago, and an interview with a Dem MegaDonor on AOC's threat to the establishment.
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Biden's declining approval and mental sharpness concerns are highlighted through recent polling data.
The verdict of the Proud Boys trial raises concerns about the troubling precedent it sets.
The challenges associated with addressing mental health and civil liberties are discussed in relation to a tragic event on the NYC subway.
The ongoing speculation and negotiations surrounding Tucker Carlson's future at Fox News reveal a potential divide between the host and the network.
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Podcast Episode Summary
The podcast episode discusses various topics such as plans for the upcoming election, the recent wedding of Crystal Ball and Kyle Kalinsky, highlights a cameo made by one of the hosts in the Trump deposition, shares polling data showing Biden's declining approval and mental sharpness concerns, covers the verdict of the Proud Boys trial, explores the tragic event on the New York City subway, involving a mentally ill individual and the challenges associated with addressing mental health and civil liberties.
Importance of Upcoming Election
The podcast episode emphasizes the significance of the upcoming election and the need to expand coverage, upgrade the studio, and provide the best independent coverage possible.
Crystal Ball's Wedding
Crystal Ball's recent wedding to Kyle Kalinsky is celebrated, and the listeners are given an exclusive glimpse into the wedding photos, along with anecdotes about flowers and festivities.
Concerns about Biden's Polling and Mental Sharpness
The podcast episode highlights a new poll showing Biden's declining popularity and concerns about his mental sharpness. The episode presents contrasting opinions on his ability to handle the economy and his chances in the next election.
Big Money's Influence on the Democratic Party
The influence of big money in the Democratic Party has made a comeback, challenging the surge of small-dollar contributions brought on by the Bernie Sanders campaign. One of the leaders of this big money counter-revolution is a tech executive named Dimitri Mehlhorn, who organizes mega-donors aligned with the Democratic Majority for Israel to target progressive Democrats in primaries. This surge of spending aims to bury progressive candidates under a deluge of super PAC funding. Mehlhorn's motivations for undermining the left stem from his belief that running centrist candidates in every state will split the anti-Trump coalition, potentially leading to a Trump reelection. However, he believes that the extremes of the left are already marginalized and that engaging in further fights against them is not necessary at the moment.
Diminishing Confidence in the American Future
According to a recent poll, more Americans now believe that life for people like them is worse today than it was 50 years ago. This sentiment is shared across party lines and is indicative of a majority of Americans feeling dissatisfied with current conditions and the direction of the country. Negative views of the nation's future are fueled by bleak perspectives on economic conditions, political divisions, and the increasing wealth gap. Dissatisfaction with the economy remains high, and a significant portion of the public expects economic conditions to worsen in the coming year. The disparity in confidence between older generations, particularly Boomers, and younger generations is significant, with younger people having less trust in the current system and facing a more challenging economic landscape.
The Battle Over Tucker Carlson's Future at Fox News
Tucker Carlson's future at Fox News has become a subject of controversy and speculation. While his contract runs until 2025, there are discussions and negotiations happening behind the scenes regarding his role and possible exit from the network. Some believe that Fox News may be intentionally dragging out these negotiations to prevent Carlson from having a platform outside of the network. The leaked text messages and videos related to Carlson's situation suggest tensions and a lack of amicable resolution. Many observers argue that while Carlson's departure from Fox News would be damaging for the network, it would not significantly impact his support base or his influence in conservative media. The ongoing behind-the-scenes drama underscores the growing divide between Carlson and the network he once served.
Saagar and Ryan discuss Krystal and Kyle's wedding over the weekend, Saagar's name making a cameo in Trump's recent deposition on E Jean Caroll, new polls show Biden losing in a head to head with Trump, Symone Sanders declares on MSNBC there will be no debates in Dem primary, the troubling precedent coming from the Proud Boys conviction, how New York City's mental health services failed Jordan Neely, decisions around charging Hunter Biden as a criminal, an FBI whistleblower saying Biden guilty bribery, Saagar looks into how American Life was better 50 years ago, and Ryan looks into his recent interview with Democrat MegaDonor that claims AOC is no threat to the establishment.