Topic: Donald J Harris

59 chapters across the catalog

Smear Campaign
Episode 1862 1:45:00 - 1:47:38

1862: Smear Campaign

Eric Weinstein, Trump Strategy, and "Drunken Boxing"

Eric Weinstein analyzes Donald Trump's public persona and social media presence as a form of "drunken boxing"—a calculated strategy of appearing unpredictable to trap opponents. Weinstein argues that Trump's tweets follow specific patterns designed to force the political system into a reactive state. This strategic ambiguity is contrasted with the "5D chess" narrative, suggesting it is a more grounded form of psychological warfare.

Cinematic Ambush
Episode 1766 21:36 - 23:10

1766: Cinematic Ambush

CBS CEO Wendy McMahon Resignation, Paramount Lawsuit

CBS CEO Wendy McMahon announced her resignation as parent company Paramount considers settling a lawsuit filed by Donald Trump over a "deceptively edited" 60 Minutes interview with Kamala Harris. Senators have issued warnings that such a settlement could be viewed as a quid pro quo or bribery to influence the incoming administration. The exit of McMahon is seen as a sign that the network is under extreme duress regarding its journalistic integrity.

Sideshow Bob
Episode 1727 1:31:48 - 1:34:26

1727: Sideshow Bob

Election Denial Videos, Team DeLulu

A series of social media videos features individuals claiming that Kamala Harris will still become president and that Donald Trump's election was a "trap." These "DeLulu" (delusional) theories suggest that secret legal maneuvers or CNN reports will overturn the election results. The phenomenon is compared to previous fringe political movements that relied on "flipping the script" narratives.

The Fog
Episode 1726 3:12 - 7:39

1726: The Fog

Team DeLulu, Election Denialism, Kamala Harris Predictions

A viral video from a "Team DeLulu" member at Planet Fitness claims that Donald Trump will not be inaugurated on January 20th because he has been "caught" and sent to Guantanamo Bay. The narrative suggests Kamala Harris will be reinstated as president. These claims are identified as a form of modern hysteria fueled by narcissistic social media culture and January temperature inversions.

Silver Buckshot
Episode 1716 17:56 - 19:14

1716: Silver Buckshot

TikTok Dual Presidency Proposal, Western North Carolina Recovery

A viral TikTok clip features a creator suggesting the United States should have two presidents simultaneously—one for Trump supporters and one for Harris supporters. Following the clip, Adam Curry offers a somber reminder to remember victims of recent hurricanes in Western North Carolina and Florida who are struggling during the holiday season.

Sweet Seventeen
Episode 1707 9:33 - 11:23

1707: Sweet Seventeen

Donald Trump Austin Rally, Garbage Can Metaphor

Donald Trump held a rally in Austin, Texas, where he compared current U.S. border policies to a "garbage can" for the rest of the world. The segment also notes the rapid viewership growth of Trump's interview on YouTube, which surpassed millions of views within hours of release despite alleged technical friction.

Sweet Seventeen
Episode 1707 46:12 - 50:48

1707: Sweet Seventeen

Election Countdown, Kamala Harris Name Pronunciation

With ten days remaining until the election, candidates are focused on swing states like Michigan and Pennsylvania. A supercut highlights various media personalities and politicians mispronouncing Vice President Kamala Harris's first name, contrasting it with the campaign's official "Comma-la" instruction.

Nerd & Knucklehead
Episode 1706 47:23 - 51:42

1706: Nerd & Knucklehead

Presidential Pardons, Trump Constitution Claims

Kamala Harris refuses to answer hypothetical questions about pardoning Donald Trump if he is convicted of felony charges. During the interview, she claims Trump called for the termination of the U.S. Constitution and sent COVID-19 tests to Vladimir Putin during a domestic shortage. The hosts criticize Hallie Jackson for failing to fact-check these assertions during the broadcast.

Nerd & Knucklehead
Episode 1706 2:58:18 - 3:00:29

1706: Nerd & Knucklehead

Looting as Reparations, Media Double Standards

A viral clip features an activist arguing that looting businesses like Gucci and Macy's constitutes "reparations" because the companies have insurance. The hosts criticize the media for recycling old Trump clips from 2016 while ignoring more recent controversial statements from current political figures. They argue this selective reporting is a hallmark of modern mainstream journalism.

New Screw
Episode 1703 1:20 - 3:26

1703: New Screw

NPR Campaign Report, Trump and Harris Strategy

NPR reports on Donald Trump's campaign stops in Las Vegas and Coachella Valley while Kamala Harris rallies in North Carolina. The report highlights the release of Harris's medical report and the deployment of Bill Clinton and Barack Obama to rural Georgia and North Carolina to boost support among male voters.

DORK MAGA
Episode 1701 49:59 - 52:33

1701: DORK MAGA

Sane Washing, Media Framing of Trump

CNN introduces the term "sane washing" to describe the media's alleged practice of cleaning up Donald Trump's rhetoric to make it sound more conventional. An Associated Press headline is used as an example, where Trump's accusation that Kamala Harris "murdered" someone via border policy was framed as a standard campaign rally. The discussion critiques the media's attempt to pathologize Trump's supporters through new terminology.

Vaccine Poverty
Episode 1365 40:03 - 42:22

1365: Vaccine Poverty

Kamala Harris and Joe Biden 2020 Vaccine Skepticism

A supercut of 2020 campaign clips shows Kamala Harris and Joe Biden expressing skepticism about a vaccine produced under the Trump administration. They stated they would not trust a vaccine announced by Trump without total transparency from independent experts. The hosts argue that this political rhetoric contributed significantly to current vaccine hesitancy.

Entomophagy
Episode 1699 4:50 - 7:52

1699: Entomophagy

Donald Trump Campaign Speech, Kamala Harris Mental Capacity Claims

Donald Trump delivered a speech criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris's handling of the U.S. border, claiming her policies allowed over 600,000 migrant criminals into the country. Trump asserted that Harris is "mentally impaired" and "born that way," arguing that any Republican who oversaw such a border situation would have been impeached and removed from office.

Oxymoronic
Episode 1698 1:44:51 - 1:47:16

1698: Oxymoronic

Donald Trump Defense of Michael Jackson and Kamala Harris Role

A resurfaced clip features Donald Trump defending Michael Jackson against child molestation allegations during an interview with Larry King. The discussion links Janet Jackson's recent criticism of Kamala Harris to Harris's past role as a prosecutor during investigations into the Jackson family. The segment suggests that personal history between the Jacksons and Harris may be influencing current celebrity political stances.

Pronoun Journey
Episode 1695 1:13:58 - 1:16:52

1695: Pronoun Journey

PBS Coverage of Trump and Harris Foreign Policy

PBS NewsHour provided a rare balanced report on the foreign policy pledges of the presidential candidates. Donald Trump vowed to end the chaos in the Middle East and settle the war in Ukraine as president-elect. Kamala Harris, in her first solo TV interview, framed herself as a leader representing a new generation focused on unity rather than division.

Gorgeous
Episode 1694 5:21 - 10:29

1694: Gorgeous

Presidential Debate Analysis, Courtroom Drama, Prosecutor Tactics

The first presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is characterized as a courtroom drama rather than a traditional policy exchange. Harris utilized her background as a prosecutor to troll Trump, while the moderators acted as judges, leaving the audience in the role of a neutered jury. Despite the visual performance favoring Harris, Trump maintained consistent messaging regarding the economy and immigration.

Freedom Force
Episode 1693 32:35 - 36:05

1693: Freedom Force

Vladimir Putin Trolls Kamala Harris, Infectious Laugh Comments

During a forum in Vladivostok, Vladimir Putin jokingly endorsed Kamala Harris for the U.S. presidency, citing her "infectious laugh" as a sign of well-being. The U.S. National Security Council responded by telling Putin to stop interfering in American elections. The hosts debate whether Russian citizens are actually familiar with Harris's public persona or if the comments were purely for international trolling.

Salted Ducks
Episode 1692 35:49 - 38:03

1692: Salted Ducks

Alexa Election Bias, Amazon Voice Assistant Controversy

A viral clip circulated showing Amazon's Alexa providing reasons to vote for Kamala Harris while refusing to provide similar reasons for Donald Trump. The hosts discuss the prevalence of algorithmic bias in search results and voice assistants. They note that while the story gained significant traction on Fox News, such occurrences have become standard operating procedure for big tech platforms.

Joy Boy
Episode 1691 44:23 - 46:16

1691: Joy Boy

Donald Trump Vulgar Meme, Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris

Donald Trump shared a vulgar post on social media suggesting that sexual favors influenced the careers of both Hillary Clinton and Kamala Harris. The meme references Bill Clinton's White House scandal and long-standing rumors regarding Harris's early political career in California. Media commentators suggest such rhetoric may alienate female voters.