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Bill Maher Checks Hunter Biden, Dems are Ready to Impeach, & Mark Cuban Backs Talarico | PBD #848

Aug 24, 2026 · 2h 11m

Summary

Hosts Pat and Tom are joined by Lindy Lee to discuss her new book, Hunter Biden’s Bill Maher interview, and political hypocrisy among figures like Mark Cuban. They analyze economic trends, including "ghost jobs" and functional unemployment, alongside crypto market movements and Polymarket regulations. The episode features an emotional story about Fat Joe raising his son with Down syndrome and critiques of the Biden family’s financial and legal issues.

Topics discussed

Intro and opening banter Living wages and Hassan Piker controversy Jim Cramer, Bitcoin, and Ray Dalio's gold advice Fat Joe raising his son with Down syndrome Host's family background and stand-up comedy origins Bill Maher's interview with Hunter Biden Hunter Biden's sobriety and legal bills Pepsi commercial break Hunter Biden's past and Democratic Party struggles Democratic fundraising and celebrity influence Kamala Harris's campaign and celebrity endorsements Eric Trump as a potential political candidate Media addiction to Trump and war economy Ghost jobs on LinkedIn and functional unemployment Job market advice and career growth Mark Cuban's Texas Senate endorsement Texas demographics and candidate analysis Charlie Kirk, Hassan Piker, and political polarization Tucker Carlson's third-party bid analysis Tucker Carlson's personality and business insights Bitcoin correction, Ray Dalio, and closing thoughts
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