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Ep. 2500 - BREAKING: Judge Threatens Mistrial In Lindsay Clancy Case

Sep 4, 2026 · 47m

Summary

Ben Shapiro and Michael Moses discuss the Lindsay Clancy mistrial, analyzing the complex insanity defense and Massachusetts’ strict burden of proof. They critique the reliability of psychiatric diagnoses while condemning the cultural backlash, comparing the public’s support for Clancy to the O.J. Simpson verdict. The hosts argue that liberal ideology is increasingly excusing violent crimes against children under the guise of mental health advocacy.

Topics discussed

Simply Safe ad and intro to Lindsay Clancy trial Michael Moses on psychiatry and the insanity defense Societal reactions and comparisons to the OJ Simpson trial Feminism, happiness paradox, and abortion logic PureTalk wireless service advertisement Mistrial announcement and judge's jury instructions Legal standards for malice and insanity in Massachusetts Balance of Nature health products ad Golden Crest Metals and gold investment ad Lyndon Blake on prosecution burden and psychiatric evidence Analysis of the 'voice' defense and Matt Walsh's take Social media backlash and show conclusion Simply Safe security system ad
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