Topic: Scott Adsms

The hosts discuss the "Podcast Academy" and its push for more diversity in an industry that is already open to anyone with a microphone. They pivot to Scott Adams' praise for Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, which they view as a strategic move by Adams to stay relevant. They also mention the removal of a Thomas Jefferson statue in New York as another example of "wokeness" in public life.

Adam Curry discusses his personal experience with Tourette's Syndrome and how being open about it on the Joe Rogan show helps others feel comfortable. He speculates that Dilbert creator Scott Adams may have a mild version of the condition. The segment concludes with the formal knighting of Nikolai Stepanov as "Sir Nick of the Black Forest."

Dilbert creator Scott Adams analyzes the #WalkAway movement, arguing that the Democratic Party's reliance on fear is physically and mentally unhealthy for its supporters. Adams distinguishes between Trump's use of fear regarding external threats (like MS-13) and the left's use of fear against fellow citizens. He suggests that realizing one's own political team is causing distress is a powerful persuasive turning point.

Dilbert creator Scott Adams analyzes the persuasion techniques used in the 2016 election, suggesting the Clinton campaign has found a powerful tool by labeling Donald Trump a "crazy racist." Adams argues that this combination is difficult to combat. The hosts debate whether the Clinton campaign intentionally used this tactic or simply stumbled upon it.