The Gist Biden Commutes Death Penalties
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Dec 23, 2024 Ophira Eisenberg, a stand-up comic and host of the Parenting Is a Joke podcast, joins the discussion to share her insights on child-rearing. She delves into the humor found in parenting's contradictions and societal pressures, blending personal anecdotes with cultural reflections. They also explore the serious implications of recent abortion bans and how technology shapes modern parenting. Additionally, the talk touches on President Biden's commutation of death sentences, raising questions about morality and justice in today's society.
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Heads of State Theme Songs
- Mike Pesca associates heads of state with theme songs, like Lady Madonna for Lula da Silva.
- He also connects Xi Jinping with the Dynasty theme and Feliz Navidad with Bashar al-Assad.
Feliz Navidad Protest
- While associating Feliz Navidad with Bashar al-Assad, South Korean protesters sang it to demand President Yoon Suk-yeol's resignation.
- They adapted the lyrics to "Christmas is Merry when Yoon Suk-yeol resigns."
Ophira's Change of Plans
- Ophira Eisenberg, host of the Parenting is a Joke podcast, initially planned to remain childless.
- However, her perspective shifted after a breast cancer diagnosis.