Countdown with Keith Olbermann

A Trump surrogate's outrageous and offensive comments about Puerto Rico ignite fierce backlash, spotlighting political discourse's impact on perceptions of the island. Amid this controversy, Kamala Harris delivers a powerful speech that resonates with voters, potentially shifting the election landscape. The discussion includes reflections on personal encounters with Trump, media portrayals of public figures, and the complicated dynamics of political representation, especially among marginalized communities. Humor and serious critique intertwine as the political climate heats up.

The controversy around Trump intensifies as staffers handle a racially charged incident poorly. Comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's tasteless remarks about Kamala Harris come to light, revealing troubling implications for Trump's appeal among Latino voters. The podcast also delves into the evolving role of humor in politics and its impact on public perception. Meanwhile, Rudy Giuliani's fall from grace highlights the bizarre twists of his post-Trump life, underscoring the precarious relationship between journalism and public trust.

SERIES 3 EPISODE 58: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN As Kamala Harris's lead among Hispanic voters nearly triples in less than a month, one of Trump's preliminary speakers at his Nazi Rally at Madison Square Garden attacks them. “These Latinos, they love making babies, too" says somebody named Hinchcliffe.“There’s no pulling out. They don’t do that. They come inside, just like they did to our country.” If a crass attack against 12% of the nation's likely voters would not cause enough damage to Trump in the final week, Hinchcliffe then added "There’s literally a floating island of garbage in the middle of the ocean right now. I think it’s called Puerto Rico." As even Florida Republican Senator Rick Scott attacks the remarks, a Trump flunky tries to distance itself from the extraordinary attacks saying they don't represent the campaign. At the same time, Donald Trump Jr re-posted video of the remarks. There is a day in each failed presidential candidacy where the losing candidate woke up with his chances of BECOMING president still intact, but went to bed with them irrevocably destroyed. I think for Trump that day was yesterday. The viability of his candidacy has largely depended on his growing support among Latinos.  450,000 residents of Pennsylvania self-identify as Puerto Rican – 127,114 of them in PhILLY and 33,531 in Allentown. 100,000 residents of North Carolina do so. 65-thousand in Wisconsin. 50,000 Michiganders. To say nothing of a million Floridians and a quarter million Texans. EVEN IF YOU'RE NOT HISPANIC THERE WAS PLENTY OF HATE TO GO AROUND: Stephen Miller echoes Goebbels. Elon Musk, Dr. Phil, Hulk Hogan and Tucker Carlson beclown themselves. just as the German-American Bund discovered in 1939 when they paraded the swastika into the old Madison Square Garden, there is something about parading Trump’s backed-up sewer of hateful has-beens into the heart of bright blue New York City to scream their filth. Somehow the context, the location, underscores that they not only believe this, they not only see a future only for white people and others who have been approved BY white people, they not only think they are a majority, they not only think Trump is beloved, they not only think the tens of millions of us who repudiate their bestiality and their hatred and their racism are somehow just PRETENDING to repudiate these things but most of all, WORST of al these scumbags think they’re going to get away with it. And against a fresh background, we are reminded what shame they have brought to us. Meanwhile the interior numbers for Harris continue to explode. In the ABC poll, likely African-American voters are now hers… NINETY to seven. The CBS poll has her up by 1 despite something curious in the very first interior number. She leads among women by 12 points. He only leads among men by nine. If that difference is correct, she wins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A shocking report links Elon Musk to Vladimir Putin, raising urgent national security concerns. Discussions reveal Musk was asked not to enable Starlink over Taiwan, implying deeper geopolitical ties. As election dynamics shift, early voting trends show notable changes in gender gaps and voter preferences. The podcast critiques media accountability amidst scandals affecting political figures. Whimsical tales illustrate the absurdities of ambition and authority, highlighting the importance of engagement and cybersecurity awareness.

A powerful call to action emerges as General Kelly is urged to hold a news conference addressing Trump's dangerous comparisons to Hitler. The podcast delves into the pressing need for military accountability in light of Trump's rhetoric, highlighting the risk of sliding into authoritarianism. Historical parallels are drawn, emphasizing the grave responsibility of leaders to uphold democracy. It also critiques the implications of such speech on political discourse and the complexities of support from evangelical communities, all while stressing the urgency for public condemnation.

Dive into the disturbing ideologies behind former President Trump's comments, as they reveal troubling support for authoritarianism among his followers. The podcast highlights the intersection of racism, military loyalty, and the alarming acceptance of historical figures like Hitler by some supporters. Humor lightens the mood with a transition from football antics to the serious matter of cybersecurity, before exploring how media mishaps intertwine with modern politics and the importance of voter preparedness as the 2024 election looms.

SERIES 3 EPISODE 54: COUNTDOWN WITH KEITH OLBERMANN A-Block (1:44) SPECIAL COMMENT: Ignore, for the moment, the horserace numbers in the national and even swing state polls and consider two "interior numbers." Emerson says those 20% or so of voters who hadn't decided for whom to vote until the last week or last month are breaking 60/36 for Harris. The implications for this are profound. With two percent still undecided (around 3,250,000 people) if the pattern holds, Harris could see a net gain of 648,000 votes (perhaps a net 28,000 in Pennsylvania alone). That kind of gain applied to her swing state leads from The Washington Post poll could secure victory. There's also some impressive work out of CNN's Harry Enten and his analysis of a small but important decline in the core of Trump's support: Non-College Whites in Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Polls show he's down about 13% in that demographic and since in those states that demographic is a majority of likely voters, that's a world of hurt. And then there is the Associated Press polling on economic issues where Harris is ahead of Trump on everything but handling gas and grocery prices (and trailing him by only two points in that). Be of good cheer. PLUS TRUMP KEEPS SAYING STUPID THINGS: Assassination attempt survivor Trump has now endorsed the threatening of FEMA officials by armed gunmen in North Carolina, and has said we have to go back to 1798 (you know, when it was illegal to criticize the government but legal to own other human beings). I wonder how a pro-slavery position polls with late deciders?. B-Block (20:45) THE WORST PERSONS IN THE WORLD: Dr. Said Masih Noori certainly appears to be what he claims: a British doctor who wrote that he would like to "vanish" Jews. His fulsome apology didn't work, so he went back on the attack and just to ratchet it up a notch he endorsed the Trump-Musk campaign. New York Magazine asks 57 experts you've never heard of if Media can survive. Not if people like those running New York Magazine keep running the field. Hours after publication they fired Olivia Nuzzi. And National Review promotes Rich Lowry's non-insightful criticism of the WNBA basketball finals. All 83 words of it. Which, like anything else he writes about women, requires another reading of his 2008 masturbatory paean to Sarah Palin after the VP debate. C-Block (32:00) SPORTSBALLCENTER: We're on the eve of the World Series! Well, the eve of the eve OF the eve, because baseball can't get anything right. It's another legendary match-up between the legendary Yankees and legendary Dodgers who are, unfortunately, now legendary for being two of the most under-performing franchises in sports. But I can offer you an amazing fact you can stun your friends with, about how the starting pitching in THIS World Series is likely to be better than that in the 1955 Dodgers-Yankees clash.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The podcast dives into the chaotic remarks of a former president, showcasing the media's absurd coverage of these events. It critiques news organizations for failing to address deeper issues in the heat of sensationalism. The discussion also touches on the complex relationship between media and political figures, exposing the implications for democracy. Additionally, it explores external influences affecting Mike Tyson's career, highlighting the balance of personal responsibility in American society. A blend of humor and serious commentary keeps the conversation lively.

The discussion dives into Trump's bizarre demands regarding Kamala Harris and implications of internal polling suggesting he's in trouble. Insights on Trump's mental state reflect a leader frantically trying to regain control. Election dynamics are dissected, revealing contradictions in polling data and pressures he faces. Commentary on media's evolving role, including Jim Mattis’s insights and controversies surrounding right-wing narratives, intensifies the analysis. A whimsical turn explores fables, humor, and the timelessness of morality in storytelling.

Kamala Harris showcased her debate skills, deftly handling interruptions and critiquing the moderation by Bret Baier. The discussion highlights media distortions and how polling shows Harris gaining traction, especially among Hispanic voters. A humorous take on her Fox News interview underscores the implications of her performance for future media dynamics. The commentary extends to media sensationalism, with anecdotes that illustrate the challenges of navigating biased journalism, alongside a preview of the 2024 presidential election.