Time To Say Goodbye

Tyler and Jay tackle the shocking election results, revealing Trump's unexpected support in blue states. They critically analyze the disconnect between the Democratic Party and key voter demographics, emphasizing the need for authentic engagement. The duo reflects on political missteps and the shifting landscape that could reshape party dynamics. They also dive into public fears of nuclear conflict and explore how it influences political attitudes. The conversation is a mix of hope and skepticism regarding future electoral strategies.

The hosts dive into the chaotic energy of the Trump rally in NYC and Kamala Harris's closing arguments. They reflect on their critical yet supportive stance towards the Harris/Walz campaign despite its flaws. The conversation explores the intertwining of sports culture and political affiliations, while expressing concerns about voter dynamics. Disillusionment with candidates and the need for authentic representation within the Democratic Party take center stage. They even tease an interactive election watch party for their audience!

This week features Susannah Grossman-Wolf, a seasoned educator with 15 years of experience in elite private high schools. She delves into the alarming decline of reading comprehension among college students, linking it to earlier educational practices. The discussion covers how technology and the pandemic have impacted reading habits and highlights disparities in literary engagement across different schooling systems. Susannah also addresses the challenges teachers face in fostering a love for literature amid evolving academic pressures and societal values.

Hello! Today we’re talking about Kamala Harris’s plan for Black men, crypto, one million loans for $20,000, and Trump’s 30 minute spotify playlist party which included his favorite song (Time to Say Goodbye). We also give our best case for the Harris campaign’s strategy and its endless tacks to the right. The LEAST toxic TTSG in months! As always, we appreciate all our listeners but if you could help us keep the lights on, please reach over and hit that subscribe button for $5 a month. Thank you! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodbye.substack.com/subscribe

Hello!Today’s episode is about THE GREAT BLACK HOPE, a new book by the historian Louis Moore. We talk about the history of Black quarterbacks, both in college and the NFL, the financial and societal pressures that have both led to change and kept some things the same. On a larger scale, we talk about how sports serves both as a testing ground for ideas about race but also how racism locks in certain ways of thinking. Thanks! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodbye.substack.com/subscribe

Jazmine Hughes, a talented writer, joins Ta-Nehisi Coates, a renowned author and commentator on minority experiences, for a captivating discussion. They delve into Coates' latest book, exploring the writer-as-activist concept and how minority writers navigate media relationships. The conversation touches on identity, the responsibilities of journalism, and the challenges of balancing personal narratives with broader societal issues. They also reflect on the evolving dynamics in journalism, particularly at prestigious outlets like the New York Times.

Fredric Jameson, a celebrated literary critic, is honored for his transformative contributions to cultural theory. The discussion reflects on the challenges within academia and the impact of his work. Meanwhile, Olivia Nuzzi, a sharp political journalist, shares insights into the fallout from the RFK incident, shedding light on the ethical dilemmas faced by journalists, especially women. The conversation reveals how these controversies shape modern media narratives and public perception, leaving listeners with plenty to ponder.

Hello!A quick note before we start: We recorded this as we always do on Tuesday for an early Wednesday release. The last part of the show focuses on what at the time was a wishy-washy and evasive response from Kamala Harris when asked about what Trump and Vance were doing to Haitian residents in Springfield, Ohio. Since then, Harris has come out and called their attacks a “crying shame” and likened it to Trump’s demonization of the Central Park Five. We decided to keep the section in the show because while it’s great that Harris did finally address it, I (Jay) still find it interesting that she chose to liken it to well-worn things she’s already talked about, but decline to say anything positive about immigrants or immigration at all. This defensiveness is what we were responding to and while I think the tone we reached would’ve been muted a bit, I still think the logic is sound and relevant. Other than that, we talked about how we now view the “fascism debate” in light of these disgusting attacks on a specific, vulnerable population who already is seeing daily bomb threats at schools, and we talked a bit about the latest assassination attempt on Donald Trump’s life. Enjoy! This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit goodbye.substack.com/subscribe

In a thought-provoking conversation, Ben Recht, a UC Berkeley professor known for his expertise in computer science and machine learning, teams up with Leif Weatherby, an NYU associate professor of German. They explore the implications of Nate Silver's book and the growing obsession with Big Data, critiquing its impact on society and sports. The duo humorously discusses iPhone stagnation as a metaphor for the 'end of history,' examining the tension between data analytics and meaningful narratives across various fields, including politics and content creation.

The podcast kicks off with a discussion on whether college students are treated like adults or infantilized. It dives into alarming statistics about MIT's declining Black enrollment after recent affirmative action changes. The speakers critique university admissions policies and emphasize the need for authentically inclusive education. They also touch on the tensions surrounding student protests and the role of AI in academic integrity, questioning how these advancements will reshape higher learning and student experiences.