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Jonathan V. Last: How Much Stupid Can We Possibly Take?

Sep 3, 2026 · 1h 9m

Summary

Tim Miller and Jonathan V Last celebrate Steve Ballmer’s legal victory over the Clippers owner before critiquing Republican weakness regarding Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon appointment and the controversial Venezuelan oil deal. The hosts mock JD Vance’s incoherent religious views and discuss the tragic death of Pierre Bell in Springfield, Ohio, highlighting the administration’s harsh immigration tactics. They conclude by debating the limits of empathy for anti-vaccine parents, with Miller expressing frustration over their refusal to accept medical science.

Topics discussed

Midas tire guarantee and Bullock Comedy Tour updates GOP infighting, Paxton's race, and Trump's fashion Pete Hegseth's confirmation and Susan Collins' influence Sponsor: Dupe.com for finding budget-friendly alternatives US- Venezuela oil deal and Alejandro Guaido's background JD Vance's faith, end times theology, and hypocrisy Springfield ICE raids and militia comparisons Anti-vax beliefs, measles, and respecting expertise 2029 election predictions and Democratic strategy Deporting Christians and the limits of outrage Trump cabinet game: Marry, Fuck, Kill, Falcon Playing catch with Flash and closing thoughts
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