EP 1,285 - BOYCOTT JAVIER BARDUMB/MARK RUFFALO'S DOG WHISTLE/SUSAN SARANDON SAYS THE QUIET PART LOUD/WHACKELMORE AT MET LIFE/25 YEARS SINCE 9/11
Summary
Rappaport condemns actors Javier Bardem, Mark Ruffalo, and Susan Sarandon for anti-Jewish rhetoric, specifically targeting Bardem’s boycott of an Adidas amputee program. He also criticizes Macklemore for pro-Palestine performances at a stadium. The host discusses the 25th anniversary of 9/11, arguing post-attack Islamophobia was "earned" but corrected, unlike current antisemitism. He also notes the defunct status of the Howard Stern fantasy football league and endorses Bruce Blakeman for New York governor.
Topics discussed
Intro and preview of celebrity controversies
Host introduction and podcast branding
Upcoming tour dates and holiday weekend reflection
Criticism of Javier Bardem and Adidas boycott
Defense of Adidas and critique of SAG-AFTRA members
Mark Ruffalo's comments on Larry Ellison and Paramount
Susan Sarandon's Venice Film Festival remarks
Macklemore's performance at MetLife Stadium
Call to action: Bullying the bullies
Howard Stern fantasy football league defunct
Reflections on 9/11 and post-attack Islamophobia
Critique of Governor Kathy Hochul and Bruce Blakeman
Outro and final promotional remarks
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