Topic: Campaign Gaffes

15 chapters across the catalog

Bug Peeps
Episode 1497 22:17 - 23:38

1497: Bug Peeps

Jill Biden Campaigning and the Taco Gaffe

First Lady Jill Biden is actively campaigning in battleground states, appearing more frequently than the President in some regions. Despite her popularity, she is criticized for past verbal slips, such as the "taco gaffe" involving the Hispanic community. Former President Barack Obama is also expected to join the campaign trail as a top headliner for the Democratic Party.

Cash on a Pallet
Episode 848 52:14 - 53:49

848: Cash on a Pallet

Hillary Clinton Gaffe, Raising Middle Class Taxes

During a campaign rally, Hillary Clinton appeared to state, "We are going to raise taxes on the middle class," which was met with cheers from the audience. While likely a verbal slip intended to say the opposite, the clip has been circulated as a "truth coming out" moment. The discussion notes the lack of mainstream media coverage regarding the gaffe.

The Election Special
Episode 1291 1:12:46 - 1:15:23

1291: The Election Special

Joe Biden Gaffes, China Policy Speech

Joe Biden struggled with several speeches on the campaign trail, including a confusing statement about "true international pressure" on China that sounded like "Shia-Webinar suffrage." In another clip, Biden tells supporters he doesn't just need them to get him elected, but needs them after he is in office.

Hairy Legs
Episode 1290 25:33 - 27:20

1290: Hairy Legs

Joe Biden, Michigan Campaign Gaffe, Kamala Harris Running Mate

During a campaign event in Michigan, Joe Biden refers to himself as "Kamala's running mate," leading to speculation about his mental acuity and the actual hierarchy of the Democratic ticket. The slip is analyzed as a potential "truthful gaffe" regarding the future of the administration. The segment highlights the visual of a sign behind Biden that featured only Kamala Harris's name at head height.

KBALL One
Episode 1249 34:20 - 36:52

1249: KBALL One

Joe Biden Campaign Clips and Teleprompter Issues

Recent campaign clips of Joe Biden show the candidate appearing to struggle with teleprompter cues, leading to awkward pauses and repetitive sign-offs. Observers note that Biden often reads the "I approve this message" script directly from the prompter even when it seems out of place. These instances have fueled ongoing discussions regarding the candidate's cognitive stamina during live events.

Stunning
Episode 1228 2:28:28 - 2:30:47

1228: Stunning

Joe Biden Gaffes and Teleprompter Issues

The hosts review several recent clips of Joe Biden struggling with teleprompter cues and making confusing statements about the "cure being worse than the problem." They mock his inability to complete the phrase "we hold these truths to be self-evident" during a broadcast about American leadership.

Weeping Angels
Episode 1208 37:02 - 38:45

1208: Weeping Angels

Joe Biden, "Come On Man" and Verbal Gaffes

A compilation of Joe Biden's frequent use of the phrase "Come on, man" was highlighted as a signature of his rhetorical style. Additionally, a clip from the campaign trail featured Biden making a confusing reference to "crack powder or cocaine." These instances were presented as evidence of Biden's declining verbal clarity as he continues his pursuit of the Democratic nomination.

Predeceased
Episode 1187 44:30 - 47:06

1187: Predeceased

Joe Biden Paris Peace Accord Gaffe

Joe Biden mistakenly referred to the "Paris Peace Accord"—the 1973 agreement ending US involvement in the Vietnam War—instead of the Paris Climate Accord during a campaign speech. The segment also notes poor audio quality and technical production issues in recent Biden campaign appearances.

Vooden Sporks
Episode 1179 2:09:49 - 2:12:43

1179: Vooden Sporks

Joe Biden, Gaffe of the Week and Gender

Joe Biden's "gaffe of the week" involves a campaign clip where he refers to angels in heaven as "male and female nurses." The comment drew backlash from his own supporters on the left for failing to acknowledge more than two genders. The hosts highlight the awkward sentence structure and the unintended political consequences of his phrasing.

Tump!
Episode 1155 1:44:39 - 1:48:05

1155: Tump!

Joe Biden, Teleprompter Struggles and Stammering

Joe Biden is heard struggling with a teleprompter during a speech, repeatedly stammering over phrases like "by strengthening" and "proliferation of nuclear security." The hosts debate whether the issue was a technical malfunction or a sign of cognitive decline.

Axe
Episode 1113 51:29 - 54:24

1113: Axe

Elizabeth Warren, Stump Speech Heckler, Presidential Campaign

Senator Elizabeth Warren faced a heckler during a campaign event who questioned her past claims of Cherokee heritage. Warren's response, which involved telling the audience to "be easy" and attempting to maintain a classroom-like atmosphere, was criticized as being tone-deaf. The incident highlights the ongoing challenges Warren faces regarding her ancestry claims as she campaigns for the 2020 Democratic nomination.

Army of Conquest
Episode 859 1:30:38 - 1:32:42

859: Army of Conquest

Bill Clinton, Coal People Remark in West Virginia

Bill Clinton drew criticism for referring to residents of West Virginia and Eastern Kentucky as "the coal people" during a campaign appearance. He noted that while these voters supported him in the past, they have turned against the current Democratic administration. The remark was highlighted as a condescending characterization of a demographic that feels abandoned by the party's energy policies.