Topic: Pocahontas

Senator Elizabeth Warren faces renewed scrutiny after a 1986 Texas Bar application surfaced showing she self-identified as American Indian. Despite a previous DNA test showing minimal Native American markers, Warren apologized for the distinction between family stories and tribal citizenship. Critics and tribal leaders continue to challenge her past claims of heritage used during her time at Harvard and the University of Pennsylvania.

Donald Trump's mockery of Senator Elizabeth Warren's Native American heritage claims is discussed, specifically his offer of a $1 million donation for a DNA test. The media is criticized for reporting that Trump mocked the "Me Too movement" when he actually used the phrase "Me Too generation." The hosts argue that the media's selective editing of the "Pocahontas" bit removes the humor intended for the audience.

President Trump drew criticism for referring to Senator Elizabeth Warren as "Pocahontas" during a White House ceremony honoring Navajo Code Talkers. Warren responded by calling the remark a "racial slur" intended to silence her. The hosts discuss the inappropriateness of the timing while debating whether the name of a historical figure constitutes a slur in this context.

Donna Brazile's new book alleges that the Hillary Clinton campaign exerted unethical control over the DNC's finances and strategy long before the nomination. Senator Elizabeth Warren initially agreed the primary was rigged but later walked back her comments. ABC News is criticized for refusing to use the name "Pocahontas" when reporting on Trump's tweets about Warren, allegedly to protect the Disney trademark.

Elizabeth Warren joined Hillary Clinton on the campaign trail, delivering aggressive speeches targeting Donald Trump. The hosts critique the "fashion disaster" of their matching blue outfits and Warren's high-energy delivery. They discuss the political risks of Trump using labels like "Pocahontas" or "hysterical" to describe Warren.

The hosts discuss the controversy surrounding Elizabeth Warren's claims of Native American heritage and her past professional listings at Harvard Law. They note that Donald Trump has adopted the "Pocahontas" nickname for the Senator, a term the hosts claim to have used for years.

Donald Trump's rally in Albuquerque, New Mexico, is marked by violent protests and attacks on Republican Governor Susana Martinez. The segment also covers the escalating feud between Trump and Senator Elizabeth Warren. Trump uses the nicknames "Pocahontas" and "Goofy" to describe Warren, while she characterizes him as a "money grubber."

Donald Trump suggests that President Obama uses the term "ISIL" instead of "ISIS" specifically to bother people. Trump also refers to Senator Elizabeth Warren as "the Indian" in response to her social media attacks. The hosts suggest "Pocahontas" would be a more effective nickname for Trump to use against Warren regarding her heritage claims.

A listener theory suggests the Rachel Dolezal "white woman identifying as black" story was publicized to normalize the concept of being "transracial" ahead of an Elizabeth Warren presidential run. This would potentially shield Warren from criticism regarding her past claims of Native American heritage. Speculation follows regarding a potential Warren-Sanders or Warren-Castro brothers ticket.