Not Falling for It
Summary
Armstrong and Getty criticize Democratic Socialist policies, labeling Zohran Mamdani a communist and contrasting Jon Stewart’s leniency with Bill Maher’s harsh critique. They discuss the DSA’s platform, including abolishing prisons and borders, while mocking the ideology’s disconnect from reality. The hosts also cover President Trump switching planes due to security threats, the cultural impact of Christopher Nolan’s *Odyssey*, and a lawsuit against Multnomah County.
Topics discussed
Intro and Advertisements
Critique of DSA and Abolitionist Policies
Zohran Mamdani Labeled a Communist
Media Echo Chambers and John Stewart
Ad Break and College Memories
Behavioral Economics and Crime Reality
Ads and Sammy Hagar vs David Lee Roth
Trump Plane Switch and Iran Threats
SimpliSafe Ad and Islamist Terrorism
Ads and The Odyssey IMAX Experience
Cultural Impact of The Odyssey Film
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