The gang reacts to Joe Biden’s recent cancer diagnosis, reigniting speculation over his health during his presidency and whether past statements masked deeper issues. They also break down the bizarre prison interview between Harvey Weinstein and Candace Owens, where the disgraced producer denied wrongdoing and attempted to reframe his public image through a right-wing lens. The panel debates what this says about #MeToo's legacy, public memory, and the state of political rehabilitation.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:08:50 - Joe Biden's Cancer

00:52:14 - Harvey Weinstein

01:15:11 - Emails

01:35:50 - Wrap-up

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The gang discusses growing concerns around Senator John Fetterman, as a wave of staff departures and reports of erratic behavior raise questions about his health and leadership. Fetterman dismisses the scrutiny as politically motivated, but Senate Democrats are quietly debating how best to support him amid mounting criticism. Then they examine the temporary U.S.-China trade truce, where both sides agreed to lower tariffs for 90 days in hopes of stabilizing markets — though underlying tensions remain far from resolved.

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:01:46 - Jury Duty

00:16:01 - Otamatone

00:23:43 - Qatari Jet

00:33:48 - John Fetterman

01:02:40 - US-China Trade

01:28:54 - Emails

01:45:45 - Wrap-up

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With Justin wrapped up in jury duty, the gang substitutes editor Will to talk about Real ID laws finally going into effect after 20 years. Is it a necessary step towards post-9/11 security, or an overreach of the surveillance state designed to restrict movement? The crew also discusses the ongoing papal conclave, its relation to 2024's Oscar-nominated film Conclave, and the pronunciation of the word "papal."

Chapters:

00:00:00 - Intro

00:19:58 - Real ID

00:49:12 - Conclave

01:08:55 - Emails

01:38:50 - Wrap-up

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