The News Agents

“Full of cranks and weirdos” - inside the Republican National Convention

Jul 16, 2024

Ohio Senator J.D. Vance is rumored to be Trump's 2024 running mate. The podcast dives into Vance's alignment with Trump's ideologies, Republican National Convention dynamics with conspiracy theorists, Rudy Giuliani, and American foreign policy. The show also covers corruption allegations, resignation of Welsh First Minister, and the evolving role of a football manager in shaping national identity.

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J.D Vance

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Quick takeaways

J.D. Vance's loyalty shift from Trump critic to running mate reflects a dramatic change in ideology.

Gareth Southgate's impact on English national unity goes beyond football victories to shape cultural identity.

Deep dives

J.D. Vance's Evolution to Trump Acolyte

J.D. Vance's transformation from a vocal critic of Donald Trump to his loyalist Vice Presidential pick showcased a dramatic shift in allegiance. Despite previously labeling Trump as 'America's Hitler' and denouncing his populism, Vance has now embraced Trump's ideology, becoming an integral part of the America First project.

Intro

3min

The Evolution of J.D. Vance's Views and Trump's Support

9min

Inside Look at the Republican National Convention and the Influence of Trump

2min

Allegations of Corruption and Unfair Treatment in the Justice System

8min

Resignation of Welsh First Minister Amid Controversy

11min

The Evolving Role of a Football Manager in Shaping National Identity

6min

Inclusivity in Sport, Book Tour, and Discussion on Britain's Evolution

2min

Emily is live from the Republican Party National Convention in Milwaukee, a room full of "cranks and weirdos", as we react to the news that Ohio Senator J.D Vance will be Trump's running mate in the 2024 Presidential election.

What does Vance stand for? Will he change the trajectory of the campaign? And is he even more Trump than Trump himself?

Later in the show we discuss two men who have resigned from their jobs today. Welsh First Minister Vaughan Gething, and England manager Gareth Southgate.

Editor: Tom Hughes

Senior Producer: Gabriel Radus

Producer: Natalie Indge

Social Media Editor: Georgia Foxwell

Video Production: Rory Symon, Shane Fennelly & Arvind Badewal

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The News Agents

“Full of cranks and weirdos” - inside the Republican National Convention

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

Deep dives

J.D. Vance's Evolution to Trump Acolyte

Implications of J.D. Vance as VP Pick

J.D. Vance's Foreign Policy Views

Impact of Gareth Southgate as England Manager

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts