Topic: The Accountant

2 chapters across the catalog

Unpack It
Episode 1600 1:38:01 - 1:40:48

1600: Unpack It

Rand Paul, Funding Requests and "Mullah" Targets

The hosts speculate on President Biden's request for over $100 billion in additional funding for Israel and Ukraine, suggesting the money often comes from "accounting errors" at the Pentagon. They discuss potential military strategies, including "pummeling" neighborhoods where Iranian mullahs live rather than putting boots on the ground. They note that Senator Rand Paul remains one of the few voices consistently opposing these funding packages.

Throw a Rock
Episode 893 1:32:19 - 1:36:36

893: Throw a Rock

Steven Mnuchin, Hollywood Producer Career

Treasury Secretary nominee Steven Mnuchin is revealed to be a prolific Hollywood executive producer with credits on films like "The Accountant," "Sully," and "Mad Max: Fury Road." The film "The Accountant," starring Ben Affleck, is noted for its heavy focus on autism, leading to speculation about Mnuchin's personal interest in the subject. Mnuchin's background as a Goldman Sachs executive and his transition into film financing are highlighted.