Topic: Institutional Trust

The implementation of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and ESG policies is blamed for undermining American capitalism and corporate competence. Citing a drop in government confidence from 70% in 1958 to 17% today, the discussion links the rise of MAGA to a total loss of trust in institutions following the COVID-19 pandemic.

The breakdown of family units over political differences is analyzed, noting that attempts to use "scientific evidence" from institutions often backfire when those institutions are no longer trusted. The hosts argue that while some older people are easily duped by the internet, the younger generation is "over-socialized" and "mis-educated."