Trump’s Fourth Indictment, the Truth Behind ‘The Blindside,’ and Van Watches Rachel’s ‘Bachelorette’ Season
Aug 18, 2023
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Rachel Lindsay, former contestant on 'The Bachelorette', talks with Van Lathan about the legal petition filed by Michael Oher against Leigh Anne Tuohy, the inspiration for the movie 'The Blindside'. They also discuss Trump's fourth indictment in Georgia and Keke Palmer's response video to Darius Jackson drama featuring Usher.
Trump faces a fourth indictment with 91 charges, including spreading false claims of election fraud.
Michael Oher challenges the conservatorship placed on him by the Toey family, alleging he was tricked into signing it.
Leanne Toey from 'The Blind Side' is accused of having a white savior complex, raising questions about the exploitation of Michael Oher's story.
Deep dives
Trump indicted again
Trump is facing a new indictment with 91 charges across foreign dividends and several code defendants, including Sidney Powell and Jenna Ellis. The charges are related to their actions in disputing the 2020 presidential election results in Georgia. The indictment is based on a RICO statute, typically used for organized crime cases, and claims that the defendants conspired to keep Trump in office by spreading false claims of election fraud. The indictment aims to prevent future election fraud claims and carries substantial legal weight.
Michael Oher's conservatorship
Michael Oher, the inspiration behind the movie The Blind Side, is challenging the conservatorship he claims the Toey family placed on him. Oher alleges that the Toey family tricked him into signing the conservatorship document when he was 18 years old, giving them complete control over his finances and estate. He says he received nothing for his involvement in the film and is now seeking to terminate the conservatorship. The Toey family, who are wealthy Ole Miss supporters, refute Oher's claims and contend that the conservatorship was necessary to help him and guide his future.
White savior complex and Leanne Toey
Leanne Toey, a member of the Toey family featured in The Blind Side, has been accused of having a white savior complex. An incident at one of her restaurants in which she approached two black boys and offered them money and bus fare was called into question by one of the boys involved. He stated that they were not in need of assistance and questioned her motives for sharing the story on social media. This accusation adds to the criticism that the Toey family exploited Michael Oher's story for their own fame and portrayal as white saviors.
Trump's indictment in Georgia and the potential political ramifications
The podcast episode discusses Trump's indictment in Georgia and the potential impact it may have on the upcoming elections. It highlights the seriousness of the charges against him, including his alleged involvement in a plot to steal an election. The episode also mentions the polling data showing Trump's declining popularity and the negative perception of his actions by the majority of Americans. The hosts express their interest in seeing how this indictment affects the public's perception of Trump as a potential nominee for the GOP in the future.
Kiki Palmer's video and the concept of public retaliation
The podcast dives into Kiki Palmer's music video 'Boyfriend,' where she reenacts Usher's 'You Don't Have to Call' video, taking a jab at her ex-boyfriend, Darius Jackson. The hosts debate whether this retaliation is justified or corny, with one host arguing that it is her right to have a petty moment after being publicly embarrassed by her ex. They discuss the power dynamic between celebrities and the potential consequences in terms of public perception. Despite differing opinions, they acknowledge Palmer's talent as an actress and her creative approach in expressing herself.
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Van’s opinions on Rachel’s season of ‘The Bachelorette’ (15:43) and react to former president Trump’s fourth indictment (29:53). Then, a deep dive into the legal petition Michael Oher filed against Leigh Anne Tuohy, the lives of which were portrayed in the film ‘The Blindside’ (46:34), and Keke Palmer’s comeback to the Darius Jackson drama by posting a video that featured Usher (1:05:49).
