Tangle FULL EPISODE - The Sunday Podcast: Kmele Foster joins Isaac and Ari to discuss tariffs, DOGE, consuming news.
Apr 6, 2025
Kmele Foster, co-host of The Fifth Column podcast and known for his libertarian views, joins Isaac and Ari for an engaging conversation. They dive into the implications of Trump's tariffs and the evolving Republican stance on trade. The trio navigates the emotional toll of consuming news and shares insights on media's impact on public perception. They also reflect on the legacy of Dogecoin and its personal significance. Humorous anecdotes about travel mishaps and tech frustrations punctuate the discussion, making it both thought-provoking and entertaining.
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Tariffs and Economic Uncertainty
- Kmele Foster expresses pessimism about the current economic policies resembling the protectionist era of the 1920s and 30s.
- He highlights the uncertainty caused by undermining established trade mechanisms like the WTO as the biggest concern.
Shifting Republican Stance on Trade
- Ari Weitzman discusses the shift in the Republican Party's stance on trade, moving away from laissez-faire economics towards protectionism.
- He questions the place of traditional free-market Republicans within this evolving party landscape.
Trump's Tariff Press Conference
- Isaac Saul recounts Trump's press conference about tariffs, highlighting the use of misleading figures and rhetoric.
- He emphasizes the emotional appeal of Trump's anti-globalist message to those affected by economic hardship.