Topic: Father Time

New York Times columnist David Brooks published an op-ed titled "No, Not Trump, Not Ever," where he admits to a profound disconnect between the media elite and Trump's "coalition of the dispossessed." Brooks argues that while he must change how he reports on the country, he still views Trump as a demagogic threat to American self-government. The commentary is used as an example of how pundits failed to recognize the alienation of the working class.

One host prepares for a trip to Rotterdam, Netherlands, noting the city's modern architecture and cultural differences compared to Amsterdam. The discussion shifts to the upcoming shift to Daylight Savings Time in the U.S., which occurs 20 days earlier than in Europe. Personal anecdotes regarding family visits and avoiding European paparazzi are shared.

New York City has converted several blocks of Times Square into a pedestrian-only zone, removing vehicle traffic from Broadway between 45th and 49th Streets. The area near the TKTS booth has been rebranded as Father Duffy Square, featuring new bleacher seating and massive digital displays.