It Could Happen Here Weekly 247
Summary
Kevin Foster examines billionaire Tom Dundon’s demand for $600 million in public funds to renovate Portland’s Moda Center, exposing the flawed economics of sports subsidies. Citing experts, the episode debunks claims of economic growth, highlighting how such deals enrich owners while burdening taxpayers. It also details Dundon’s controversial history and the political corruption enabling this handout.
Topics discussed
Intro and Hero Bread advertisement
Tom Dundon, Blazers ownership, and stadium subsidies
Economic consensus on sports subsidies and lobbying tactics
Mint mobile advertisement with Ryan Reynolds
US imperialism in the Philippines and Puerto Rico
Insular Cases, colonial governance, and suzerainty
Guest intro and small business line of credit ad
Sophie Cunningham controversy and WNBA politics
Trans athlete debates and Sophie's basketball performance
Outro and Hero Bread advertisement
DOJ indictment of anti-ICE protesters in Minneapolis
HSI surveillance, union subpoenas, and undercover ops
Outro and Hero Bread advertisement
Weekly news: Dolly Parton, Darlene Graham, and roadless rule
US-Canada trade tensions and Buy Canada campaign
ICE arrests, sanctuary states, and border enforcement
Supreme Court rulings and postal service executive order
US military bases in the Middle East and Iran tensions
Show closing and What's Your Problem ad
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