Real Time with Bill Maher Ep. #607: David Duchovny, Matt Taibbi, Lis Smith
Aug 6, 2022
Lis Smith, a Democratic strategist and author of "Any Given Tuesday: A Political Love Story," joins the discussion to reflect on the political landscape post-Roe v. Wade, suggesting how recent events might energize Democratic voters. The group humorously tackles current public health concerns, while also diving deep into the connection between personal experience and creative writing. They share insights on U.S. foreign policy and the challenges of military recruitment linked to rising obesity rates, all served with a side of witty banter.
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Biden's Good Week
- Biden's COVID diagnosis coincided with a successful week, including job growth and falling gas prices.
- Bill Maher jokingly linked this to Kamala Harris interacting with a coughing monkey.
Kansas Abortion Vote
- Abortion rights won significantly in a Kansas election.
- The Catholic Church unsuccessfully spent millions opposing this outcome.
Novelizing Life
- Bill Maher suggests autobiographical novels allow authors to control their narrative.
- David Duchovny agrees, stating writing becomes its own entity.