Episode

12/11 Bernie’s $1200 Stimulus & The Depravity Of Big Law w/ Alex Pareene & Matthew Film Guy

December 11, 2020

Sam hosts Alex Pareene (@pareene), staff writer at the New Republic and host of The Politics of Everything podcast, to discuss the stories of the week and depravity of Big Law. Film Guy Matthew (@langdonboom) also stops by to discuss the newly released film on which he worked, “Black Bear” starring Aubrey Plaza.

On today’s show: On Senate Floor, Bernie Sanders explains why Americans need $1200 stimulus checks. After Bernie explains why govt needs to help working people, Stephanie Ruhle says Bernie’s sponsored legislative record is bad and asks if he needs to employ more realistic tactics.

Sam hosts Alex Pareene (@pareene), staff writer at the New Republic and host of The Politics of Everything podcast, to discuss the stories of the week and depravity of Big Law. In his latest article, he spotlights attorneys like Neal Katyal who make morally repugnant arguments in their private careers and expect that not to be an issue when it comes time for political appointments. More at The New Republic.

Film Guy Matthew (@langdonboom) stops by to discuss the newly released film on which he worked, “Black Bear” starring Aubrey Plaza.

On the fun half: Kayleigh McEnany says what GA, WI, MI, PA did to America was an attack on Constitution. Lou Dobbs says people voting for GOP in GA runoff are suckers because nothing has changed since Nov election. Lin Wood on Newsmax tells GA voters to not vote in January. Dave Rubin says the less MSM covers Trump lawsuits, the more legit they appear. Dave Rubin cites Tim Pool as a real “journalist.” 2020: Brandon Bernard explains his life in prison, improving his life. Plus, your IMs.

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