Topic: Conservatism

9 chapters across the catalog

Error Bars
Episode 1850 2:24:42 - 2:27:12

1850: Error Bars

Senator John Kennedy, Mars Funding Satire

A clip of Senator John Kennedy features a satirical remark about President Biden's spending habits, suggesting that if life were discovered on Mars, the administration would immediately send it money. The hosts praise Kennedy's humor and his ability to find "fiscal conservatism" in unusual places.

Pell-Mell
Episode 1752 2:38:11 - 2:43:56

1752: Pell-Mell

Gen Z Men, Religious Trends and Turning Point USA

MSNBC's Morning Joe reported on a trend of Gen Z men becoming more religious and conservative than their female counterparts. The report featured a former climate activist who converted to "staunch" conservative Christianity. Critics argued the media is attempting to "radicalize" the image of young men by linking their political shift to religious indoctrination at events like the Faith Forward Pastor Summit.

Golden Poop
Episode 1742 1:32:16 - 1:35:43

1742: Golden Poop

Principles First Summit, Anti-Trump Conservatives

The "Principles First" summit in Washington D.C. gathered anti-Trump conservatives who advocate for a return to pre-Trump Republicanism. Former Attorney General Alberto Gonzales spoke at the event, criticizing Trump's decision to pardon January 6 rioters as a "betrayal" of the Department of Justice. The group seeks to distance the conservative movement from "Trumpism."

Noodle Nation
Episode 1250 2:08:30 - 2:10:51

1250: Noodle Nation

Thomas Sowell on Facts and Marxism

In a recent interview on the Rubin Report, intellectual Thomas Sowell discussed his journey from being a Marxist to a conservative thinker. Sowell noted that many leading conservatives, including Milton Friedman and Ronald Reagan, started on the left. When asked what changed his mind, Sowell simply replied, "Facts." The hosts praise Sowell's concise and poignant analysis of political evolution.

Colorism
Episode 1058 1:56:46 - 2:01:57

1058: Colorism

Candace Owens Confrontation with Antifa and Marc Lamont Hill

Conservative activist Candace Owens discussed being harassed by Antifa at a restaurant and debated Professor Marc Lamont Hill. Owens highlighted record-low unemployment for minorities under the Trump administration and criticized the "all-white gang" of Antifa for attacking a black conservative. The hosts noted her fast-talking debate style and use of "okay" as a rhetorical block.

Fack Base
Episode 914 1:01:57 - 1:03:27

914: Fack Base

Tim Allen Jimmy Kimmel Interview, Hollywood Political Climate

Actor Tim Allen appeared on Jimmy Kimmel Live and compared the current political climate in Hollywood to 1930s Germany. Allen described the pressure to conform to specific liberal beliefs and the backlash faced by those who attended the presidential inauguration. The hosts praise Allen for speaking out about the exclusionary nature of the entertainment industry.

Shunt Unit
Episode 791 36:03 - 38:29

791: Shunt Unit

Glenn Beck and Fox News Strategy Against Trump

Glenn Beck appears on Bill O'Reilly's program to argue that Donald Trump is not a true conservative. Beck posits that Trump's primary complaint is not the size of the government, but rather the competence of its leaders. This analysis suggests Fox News uses Beck as a proxy to criticize Trump without alienating their own pro-Trump audience.

We're All Terrorists Now
Episode 95 17:44 - 19:24

95: We're All Terrorists Now

Republican Party Polling Decline and Political Affiliation

Recent polling indicates that only 20% of Americans identify as Republicans, a sharp decline attributed to the party's perceived takeover by extreme factions. The hosts discuss the distinction between being a conservative and being a Republican. They also remind the audience that the United States is not strictly a two-party system, encouraging the exploration of alternative political affiliations.

Start Using Canteens
Episode 16 1:01:34 - 1:05:23

16: Start Using Canteens

Ron Paul Campaign, Right-Wing Talk Radio Dynamics

Ron Paul has scaled back his presidential campaign to focus on his congressional race, though he intends to remain in the race until the convention to promote his message. Meanwhile, right-wing talk radio hosts like Rush Limbaugh have turned against John McCain, labeling him a "liberal in sheep's clothing." The hosts speculate that this animosity may stem from personal slights or a lack of access rather than purely ideological differences.