Topic: Rehan Salam

2 chapters across the catalog

Bone Saw
Episode 1077 2:32:34 - 2:40:16

1077: Bone Saw

Winston Churchill Controversy, Scott Kelly, Political Correctness

A panel on Bill Maher's show discussed the backlash against astronaut Scott Kelly for quoting Winston Churchill. Professor Eddie Glaude argued that Churchill's history of racism in India necessitates a "correction" of the historical record. The hosts view this as an example of "ant-fucking" and a drive for status that silences dissenting opinions in the name of political correctness.

Bone Saw
Episode 1077 2:40:17 - 2:50:26

1077: Bone Saw

Rehan Salam, Self-Satisfaction Spirals, Angry Women

Rehan Salam, editor of the National Review, challenged the prevailing narrative on political correctness by describing it as a "self-satisfaction spiral" where both sides seek affirmation in echo chambers. The discussion touches on the Kavanaugh hearings and the perception of victimhood in American politics. The segment also mentions author Rebecca Traister and the rise of "angry women" as a political force.