Topic: Chris Paul

13 chapters across the catalog

Boost or Baste
Episode 1401 27:10 - 30:36

1401: Boost or Baste

Kyle Rittenhouse Verdict, International Media Misreporting

Following the not-guilty verdict in the Kyle Rittenhouse trial, international media outlets in the Netherlands and Brazil incorrectly reported that Rittenhouse had killed Black individuals. Domestic reactions from NBA figures like Steve Kerr and Chris Paul are criticized for ignoring the facts of the self-defense case in favor of a racial narrative.

Chest Feeding
Episode 1356 1:47:35 - 1:51:19

1356: Chest Feeding

NBA Playoffs, Chris Paul and Asymptomatic Testing in Sports

NBA star Chris Paul's entry into COVID-19 protocols despite being vaccinated raises questions about the impact of asymptomatic testing on professional sports. The hosts speculate on how these protocols could be exploited by the gambling community to manipulate betting odds by removing key players from games.

Ten Days of Darkness
Episode 1304 31:54 - 35:24

1304: Ten Days of Darkness

Trump Administration Herd Immunity Strategy, Politico Emails, and Chris Hayes

Emails obtained by Politico suggest that a top Trump appointee advocated for an intentional strategy to allow the virus to spread to achieve herd immunity. MSNBC's Chris Hayes reported on the documents, framing the strategy as a "smoking gun" for the administration's pandemic management.

Opinion People
Episode 1134 36:49 - 40:46

1134: Opinion People

Chris Wallace, Fox News Internal Rift

Fox News anchor Chris Wallace publicly distinguished between "news people" and "opinion people" at the network while discussing William Barr's March 27th letter. This internal friction is linked to the appointment of Paul Ryan to the Fox board and the "Disneyfication" of the brand. The segment notes that high ratings for opinion hosts like Tucker Carlson may not translate to advertising revenue due to brand safety concerns.

Warm Hand-Off
Episode 1023 1:45:20 - 1:48:50

1023: Warm Hand-Off

OTG Jingles, Secret Agent Paul

New musical jingles celebrating the "Off The Grid" (OTG) lifestyle are debuted, featuring collaborations between Australian musicians Melissa Tallen and Chris Wilson. The tracks are compared to the work of regular contributor Secret Agent Paul. The music serves as a transition into a deeper discussion about digital privacy.

Stump the Algo
Episode 937 57:26 - 58:54

937: Stump the Algo

Chris Matthews, Collapse of the Collusion Theory

MSNBC's Chris Matthews admitted that the central theory of the Russia investigation appeared to fall apart following Comey's testimony. The realization that Michael Flynn was not central to the collusion narrative and that Trump encouraged the FBI to find anyone in his orbit who did wrong shifted the media's perspective.

Lumpy Lips
Episode 782 17:44 - 20:47

782: Lumpy Lips

Rand Paul Warns of World War III

Senator Rand Paul counters Chris Christie's hawkish stance, arguing that shooting down Russian planes in Syrian airspace would lead to World War III. Paul emphasizes that Russia was invited into the region by the Syrian and Iraqi governments, making a U.S.-imposed no-fly zone a reckless provocation. The hosts note the lack of debate questions regarding the underlying reasons for U.S. involvement in Syria.

Thermostat Placebo
Episode 746 21:23 - 24:20

746: Thermostat Placebo

Marco Rubio Economic Claims, Rand Paul Campaign Strategy

Senator Marco Rubio is criticized for claiming the 2015 economy was "dramatically different" from five years prior. Additionally, Rand Paul's aggressive debate strategy against Donald Trump is discussed in the context of his campaign manager's appearance on the Chris Matthews show.

Kunzite
Episode 693 1:14:17 - 1:20:00

693: Kunzite

Measles Outbreak, Vaccine Mandates, 2016 Political Strategy

The sudden media explosion regarding the measles outbreak at Disneyland is analyzed as a political tool for the 2016 election. The hosts argue the issue is being used to "kookify" Republican candidates like Rand Paul and Chris Christie by forcing them into debates about science and government mandates.

Trojan Horse
Episode 365 1:13:02 - 1:19:09

365: Trojan Horse

Media Bias Against Ron Paul's Iowa Caucus Momentum

Mainstream media outlets, including MSNBC and Fox News, are accused of coordinating a campaign to discredit Ron Paul as he leads polls in Iowa. The hosts highlight "ageist" comments by Rachel Maddow and attempts by Chris Wallace to frame a Paul victory as a reason to ignore the Iowa caucus results.

Aardvark Effect
Episode 335 19:10 - 25:17

335: Aardvark Effect

FEMA Funding Disputes and Ron Paul's Critique

Governor Chris Christie requested $10 billion in emergency FEMA funds for New Jersey following recent storms. Representative Ron Paul criticized the federal flood insurance program, arguing it encourages risky building in floodplains and is currently $20 billion in debt. Paul advocates for a return to private risk assessment rather than federal bailouts.

Post Traumatic Sex
Episode 213 20:17 - 23:44

213: Post Traumatic Sex

Financial Reform Bill and Federal Reserve Oversight

The House passed a financial reform bill, often referred to as the Dodd-Frank Act, which grants the Federal Reserve Board of Governors increased oversight of banks. Critics, including Ron Paul, argue the bill empowers a private banking institution to oversee itself rather than providing true government accountability.

Vajazzling the Slutsquad
Episode 177 46:54 - 51:50

177: Vajazzling the Slutsquad

Republican 2012 Candidates and Jeb Bush Media Push

Following the CPAC convention where Ron Paul won the straw poll, mainstream media figures like Chris Matthews are seen promoting Jeb Bush as a viable 2012 Republican candidate. The discussion suggests that the media "monarchy" prefers established names like Bush over "boring" alternatives like Indiana Governor Mitch Daniels or the "unprepared" Sarah Palin.