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Former President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he would allow Russia to do whatever it wants to NATO allies that don’t pay their bills. We’ll discuss why Trump’s willingness to ignore our treaty obligations hurts Americans’ freedom and standard of living. Plus, why robots aren’t coming for our jobs anytime soon. And, we’ll make you smart on why cats get stuck in trees!

Here’s everything we talked about today:

• • “Trump told S.C. rally that he supports Russian aggression against NATO allies” from NPR

• • “Wealth disparities by race grew during the pandemic, despite income gains, report shows” from The Associated Press

• • “Robot invasion hit a bump in 2023 as North American economy cooled” from Reuters

• • “Yes, cats do get stuck in trees. This climber rescues them for free.” from The Washington Post

• • Travis Kelce yelling at coach becomes Super Bowl meme from Scott Lincicome on X

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What will your dating life look like in the second half of 2021?

As worldwide restrictions started to ease, news outlets declared that the post-lockdown world would likely give birth to a “new Roaring ‘20s”—a bacchanalian frenzy the likes of which our generation has never seen.

While it’s true that some will embrace this openness with abandon, new studies are revealing something unexpected: many people are interested in finding a serious relationship as a result of the pandemic, because this past year has made them aware of the traits they value most in a partner.

This particular moment is critical, because many people are likely to “panic buy” their way into a relationship—throwing themselves into the first nice person they meet as soon as the “gates open.”

Thankfully, there’s a simple step you can take before a first date that will ensure you’re meeting people who are a better fit. In this episode, you’ll learn how to find a committed partner who will be excited to redefine the “new Roaring ‘20s” with you (whether or not they can dance the Charleston).

Here for you, Matthew x

P.S. Which trait is #1 on your list? Let me know in the YouTube comments on my channel!