Tee-Hee Ha-Ha Reparations Now Motherf*cker Energy with Justin Ellis
Summary
Hosts Drew and Roth rant about the media’s misuse of "electability" following progressive primary losses, mocking Minnesota GOP candidate Michelle Tafoya. They welcome Justin Ellis to discuss his book on systemic racism in Minneapolis and the failures of liberal politicians like Jacob Frey. The episode concludes with analysis of the Lakers' sale to Mark Walter and the trend of sports teams becoming short-term financial assets.
Topics discussed
Rant on Democratic electability and media narratives
Critique of Amy Klobuchar and sideline reporting
Justin's World Cup experience and family rooting interests
Mets ownership and the Mr. Met Babies
David Roth's book on systemic racism in Minneapolis
Jacob Fry, Tim Walz, and the crisis in the Democratic Party
Hubert Humphrey and the failure of liberal technocracy
Sponsors: Blueland, ZocDoc, and Factor Meals
Lakers sale, sports washing, and private equity ownership
Timberwolves trade for LaMelo Ball and team dynamics
Kyler Murray joins the Minnesota Vikings
Listener Q&A: Absinthe, finishing condiments, and pumice stones
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