Podcast Summary
Reflecting on the shift from calm to panic during health crises: During Ebola, Americans were urged to stay calm, but now, constant panic prevails during coronavirus, possibly due to media and politicians instilling fear. Protect privacy online with a VPN.
The public response to health crises in the United States has shifted dramatically, from being encouraged to stay calm during the Ebola virus scare under President Obama, to constant panic now, despite a lack of scientific evidence. Dan Bongino, the host of the show, reflects on his experience during the Ebola crisis and wonders how this shift occurred. He believes it may be due to the media and politicians instilling fear during the coronavirus pandemic under President Trump. However, he encourages listeners to protect their online privacy by using a VPN to secure their internet activity from big tech companies selling their data.
Biden's past warning about SARS and air travel vs CDC's current guidelines: Clear and accurate communication during public health crises is crucial to prevent confusion and ensure public safety.
During the SARS outbreak in 2009 when Joe Biden was vice president under Obama, there was a concern about the potential spread of the respiratory virus during air travel. Biden warned against it, but PolitiFact rated his statement as "pants on fire" to prevent panic. Fast forward to today, the CDC is allowing vaccinated individuals to remove masks in most settings, but still requiring them on planes. Despite Biden's previous warning, the CDC now maintains that air travel with respiratory viruses and sneezing poses some danger, even for vaccinated individuals. This inconsistency highlights the importance of clear and accurate communication during public health crises to prevent confusion and ensure public safety.
CDC's vaccine message inconsistency and controversy: The CDC's inconsistent message about vaccine effectiveness and mask-wearing creates confusion, and suggestions for vaccine passports or lockdowns for unvaccinated individuals infringe on individual rights and freedoms.
The inconsistency between the CDC's message about the effectiveness of vaccines and their continued recommendation of mask-wearing is causing confusion and controversy. Michael Osterholm, a guest on MSNBC, missed the point by suggesting the implementation of vaccine passports or locking people out of public places if they choose not to get vaccinated. This idea goes against individual rights and freedoms. Furthermore, if vaccines are effective, there is no need to worry about those around us who may or may not be vaccinated. The focus should be on encouraging vaccination rather than creating a divisive and potentially intrusive system to monitor vaccine status.
Confusion over masks and vaccines: Individuals are frustrated with inconsistent messaging and rules regarding masks and vaccines. While some believe vaccinated individuals should not wear masks indoors, others argue for societal responsibility to continue safety measures until a larger percentage of the population is vaccinated.
There is confusion and contradictory opinions regarding the importance of masks and vaccines, with some individuals expressing frustration and skepticism towards the inconsistent messaging and rules, especially in relation to politics. The speaker believes that if one is vaccinated, they should not be concerned about others' vaccination status and should not be required to wear masks indoors. However, others argue that it is important for societal responsibility to continue following safety measures until a larger percentage of the population is vaccinated. The speaker also criticizes certain media figures for their reactions to the CDC's guidelines and their perceived lack of logic. Overall, there is a need for clear and consistent communication regarding public health measures to help alleviate confusion and promote compliance.
Frustration with inconsistent responses and no fact-checking effect: Apply pressure to organizations and encourage collective action to address issues and promote resilience.
The speaker expresses frustration with people's inconsistent responses to changing risk levels and the perceived ineffectiveness of fact-checking organizations. She also promotes the business Rock Auto for its reliable and consistently low prices for auto parts. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of putting pressure on organizations, like teachers unions, to address issues and encourages a sense of collective action among conservatives. The speaker also references Ronald Reagan's phrase "we can't make them see the light, we can make them feel the heat," implying the importance of applying pressure and creating consequences for those in power. Overall, the speaker encourages resilience, organization, and collective action in the face of perceived ineffectiveness and inconsistency from others.
Parents push back against controversial curriculum and demand change: Parents are increasingly involved in their children's education and expressing concerns over divisive issues like critical race theory, while media scrutiny of foreign involvement in domestic politics remains selective.
Parents are becoming more engaged in their children's education and pushing back against controversial curriculum in schools. This was evident in the recent school board meetings where parents voiced their concerns over critical race theory and demanded change. Meanwhile, a supposed scandal involving a British spy aiding conservative activists during the Trump administration received significant media attention, while the same actions against Trump associates by British intelligence went unnoticed. Lastly, the global instability and the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran were discussed, with the importance of the United States appearing strong on the international stage to prevent further escalation. The irony being that when the U.S. acts strong, it rarely needs to use force, but when it appears weak, it invites conflict.
US military power and stance against nukes make it a formidable adversary: The US's military strength and opposition to nuclear weapons position it as a significant adversary, influencing nations' decisions to engage in conflicts or pursue nuclear capabilities.
The United States' military power and its stance against nuclear weapons make it a formidable adversary, as demonstrated in the Iraq War. Countries like Iran, who desire nuclear weapons, understand that engaging in a land war or giving up their nukes could lead to unfavorable outcomes. The current situation with Iran and Biden's potential concessions has drawn comparisons to the North Korea standoff. Meanwhile, the Arab world's silence on the ongoing conflict in Israel and Palestine may be due to their awareness of Hamas's terrorist activities and the potential consequences of opposing the United States. Lastly, Governor Ron DeSantis's stance on civil liberties and opposition to COVID-19 passports in Florida, despite industry pressure, is commendable.
Recognizing and Rewarding Righteous Politicians and Free Speech Wins: Celebrate wins and take action towards success, rewarding righteous politicians and defending free speech.
It's important to recognize and reward politicians who do the right thing, while also holding them accountable for any wrongdoings. This applies to all individuals, including public figures. Meanwhile, in a lighter note, we celebrated some wins this episode, including Disney's decision to fire actress Gina Carano from The Mandalorian after she spoke out for freedom and liberty. While some may see this as a loss, we view it as a victory for those who value free speech. Additionally, we introduced Magic Spoon's new flavor, Birthday Cake Magic Spoon, and encouraged listeners to try it while the limited-edition flavor is available. Magic Spoon's cereal is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional cereals, with zero grams of sugar, 13-14 grams of protein, and only four net grams of carbs per serving. We encourage our audience to fight back against apathy and learned helplessness and instead focus on celebrating wins and taking action towards success.
Consumer actions impact companies' decisions: People are canceling subscriptions and attending rallies to express their disapproval, demonstrating the influence of consumer choices and the significance of staying informed in political and social matters.
Consumers are taking a stand against companies and individuals whose actions go against their values. This was demonstrated when many people canceled their Disney Plus subscriptions in response to the company's decision to reinstate Gina Carano. Meanwhile, former President Trump is planning to hold rallies to contrast his administration's policies with those of President Biden. Senator Ted Cruz was also highlighted for ignoring Senator Amy Klobuchar's attacks during a hearing. These events underscore the power of consumer choices and the importance of staying informed and engaged in political and social issues.
Staying focused during attacks: Cruz's heroic tweets: Cruz's resilience during attacks is praised, debunking media's portrayal of Trump's demand for loyalty, and emphasizing factual info on taxes.
Ted Cruz is being hailed as a hero for staying focused on his tweets during attacks against him, while ignoring the distractions. Cruz's actions are being praised for showing strength and resilience, and a reminder to ignore the antics of "leftist lunatics." Additionally, the media's portrayal of President Trump as demanding absolute loyalty is debunked, and the importance of factual information, specifically regarding taxes, was emphasized. The article in the Journal debunking common liberal myths about taxes is recommended for those looking to argue the facts with their liberal friends. Lastly, Bravo Company Manufacturing was highlighted for producing high-quality, life-saving equipment, and their website was provided for more information.
The myth of high taxes leading to prosperity: Despite common belief, high taxes in the 1950s and 60s didn't affect most people and the top 1% and 10% paid less then than they do now
The common liberal argument that high tax rates in the 1950s and 60s led to prosperity is misleading. Contrary to popular belief, only a small number of people actually paid those high tax rates. Additionally, the top 1% and top 10% paid less in taxes when the top tax rate was high than they did when it was lower. These facts challenge the notion that higher taxes lead to greater prosperity. The article, "The Biden Tax Mirage," by Phil Graham and Mike Salon in The Wall Street Journal, provides data from reputable sources to debunk this liberal myth.
Myth of the Rich Paying Less Taxes Debunked: During Reagan administration, the rich paid a higher share of their income in taxes despite lower tax rates, and they already pay a larger share compared to other developed countries.
Contrary to popular belief, the rich actually paid a larger share of their income in taxes during the Reagan administration when tax rates were lower, rather than less. This myth, among others, was debunked in a Wall Street Journal article. The top 1% and 10% of filers paid a higher percentage of their income in federal income and payroll taxes as the top tax rate fell. Furthermore, high-income Americans already pay a higher relative share of their income in taxes compared to other developed nations, such as Germany, France, and Sweden. These findings challenge the common liberal narrative that the rich need to pay their "fair share" by paying more taxes, as they already do so in the United States. When engaging in debates with those who hold these myths, it's essential to be aware of their tactics, such as the appeal to authority, and be prepared to call them out with facts.
Politician's use of false authority and emotional appeals in speeches: Politicians may use false authority and emotional appeals to influence public opinion, but it's crucial to fact-check and verify their sources and to be skeptical of emotional appeals without concrete evidence.
During a recent discussion, it was pointed out that President Joe Biden has been using appeals to authority and emotion in his speeches to promote his economic plan, despite some inaccuracies. For instance, Biden claimed that five Federal Reserve Chairmen endorse his plan, but two of them are actually dead. This is an example of an appeal to false authority. Additionally, Biden has been appealing to emotions by stating that Americans want to work and that unemployment benefits are not the cause of labor shortages, without providing any concrete data to back up his claims. These tactics can be misleading and should be scrutinized. It's essential to fact-check and verify the sources of authority that politicians cite, and to be wary of emotional appeals that lack factual evidence.
Dan announces new Fox News show and encourages subscriptions: Dan Bongino announced his new Fox News show and urged listeners to subscribe to his podcast channels on various platforms to support the show's growth
Dan Bongino, the host of the podcast, expressed his gratitude to listeners for their patience during a busy week. He made an announcement about his new show on the Fox News channel, which will air on June 5th at 10 p.m. Eastern time. He encouraged listeners to set their DVRs and subscribe to his show and podcast channels, specifically mentioning Spotify, Apple, and Amazon. Bongino acknowledged that he cannot dictate where listeners subscribe but emphasized the importance of subscriptions for the show's success and growth. He concluded by thanking listeners for their support and signed off.
