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More than 2 results are available in the PRO version (This notice is only visible to admin users) PBD PBD Podcast 635 – Trumps Chicago Threat, Newsom’s New Merch, Wes Moore vs National Guard & Snoop SLAMS Disney PBD Podcast 634 – John Bolton RAIDED, Trump EMERGENCY Briefing, Cracker Barrel COOKED & Newsom’s CRINGE Tweets PBD Podcast 633 – Trump Mail-In Ballot Ban, Joy Reid, Matthew Perry & Digital Guilt Tipping General Overview: The episode features a wide range of current events and discussions, from political news and economic policies to social issues and personal anecdotes. The hosts cover recent revelations, ongoing debates, and promotional content for their upcoming conference. Key Topics & Discussions: Ghislaine Maxwell Interview Release: A six-hour interview Ghislaine Maxwell did with Todd Blanch was released on July 24th/25th. Speculation surrounds what significant information, if any, she might have revealed. Sergey Lavrov and Kristen Welker Interview: Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had a “very good interview” with NBC’s Kristen Welker, where he pushed back on her claims. Lavrov stated that no meeting is planned with Zelensky until a proper presidential agenda is ready for a summit. He also mentioned that Zelensky previously rejected several principles for negotiation proposed by President Trump. The hosts noted that Russia continues to believe Ukraine is part of Russia and aims to install a “Putin puppet” in Ukraine. Federal Reserve Minutes & Trump’s Tariffs: Federal Reserve minutes highlight divisions over the impact of Trump’s tariffs on inflation. Jerome Powell reportedly had to acknowledge that these tariffs had “little to no effect” on inflation. However, a Financial Times article mentioned that tariff revenue is projected to cut the US deficit by $4 trillion over the next decade. National Guard Deployments, Crime, and Political Reactions: 1,700 National Guard troops are deploying in 19 states (including Texas, Florida, Virginia, Ohio, etc.) to support the Department of Homeland Security in a nationwide crackdown on illegal immigration and crime. Their roles include case management, transportation, logistical support, and clerical functions (personal data collection, fingerprinting, DNA swabbing, photographing ICE detainees). DC Crime Stats: During Trump’s federal crackdown, crime statistics in Washington D.C. reportedly “plummeted.” A former police union official, Greg Peton, revealed that the police department had been “fudging crime stats,” intentionally downplaying violent crimes like shootings and robberies as lesser offenses (e.g., “injured person” reports or “thefts”). Public Opinion: Some citizens working in D.C. expressed feeling safer and seeing positive results from the National Guard’s presence. Opposition from Officials: Maryland Governor Wes Moore vehemently opposed the deployment, calling it “not sustainable,” “not scalable,” “unconstitutional” (a violation of the 10th Amendment), and “deeply disrespectful” to untrained National Guard members. He argued it distracts from economic issues. Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson announced Chicago would “refuse to work with ICE” and urged citizens to “rise up against tyranny,” despite the city facing significant crime rates (581 homicides, 2,600 shootings, 1,600 carjackings in 2024 alone). Crime is reported to be declining year-over-year, but still higher than other cities in America. Citizen Reactions: A homeless woman in Seattle directly pleaded for Trump to send the National Guard to help make her city safe again, while another individual was recorded yelling at Guard members in D.C. to “refuse these orders.” ICE Assaults: Homeland Security reported a “1000% increase in assaults” against ICE agents, fueled by “sanctuary politicians rhetoric.” An incident in San Francisco involving Adrian Guerrero threatening ICE agents with a knife during an anti-ICE riot was highlighted. Trump Administration Vetting: The Trump administration plans to vet illegal immigrant applicants for “anti-Americanism and anti-semitism.” Political Divide Between Young Men and Women: A significant political divide is observed, impacting dating app trust. Data suggests young men are generally “at the zero line” (neither liberal nor conservative), while young women are “off the deep end progressive,” leading to a perception of “angry liberal single lonely depressed feminists.” Kamala Harris Book Tour: Kamala Harris is reportedly on a “107-day tour” to promote her book, “The Invisible Tour,” with hosts suggesting she is more committed to the book than presidential aspirations. Texas GOP Gerrymandering: The Texas GOP passed a House gerrymander that was requested by Trump. Snoop Dogg’s Reaction to “Lightyear” Movie & Political Shift: Snoop Dogg took his grandson to see Disney’s “Lightyear,” where a scene featured two lesbian mothers with a child. His grandson, confused, asked, “Papa Snoop how she have a baby with a woman she a woman?” Snoop expressed his discomfort, stating he’s “scared to go to the movies now” due to such content being included in children’s films. Notably, Snoop Dogg, who was previously anti-Trump in 2017, has reportedly shifted his stance, expressing “nothing but love for Trump” in a 2024 interview, citing Trump’s pardon of Michael Harris. Discussion arose about Disney’s “woke” agenda, with Kathleen Kennedy of Lucas Films (Disney) being identified as a key figure in this trend, whose contract is ending in 2025. Pete Buttigieg’s Lack of Black Voter Support: A June 2025 Emerson College poll showed 0% support for Pete Buttigieg from black voters for the Democratic nomination, across all black voters. This was tied to the idea that he “doesn’t move” the black community. Gavin Newsom’s Presidential Ambitions & Past Controversies: Newsom’s “new publicity stunt” – mimicking Trump’s “Patriot Shop” merchandise and slogans – has led to a 450% increase in his online following since mid-June, over a million new followers on TikTok and Instagram, and a 1300% surge in daily Google searches. This is seen as an effective strategy to generate attention for a potential 2028 presidential bid. Past Controversies: An old interview clip showed Newsom as a mayor deflecting questions and walking out, appearing “uncomfortable to watch.” He made a public apology in 2007 for an affair with Ruby Rippey-Tourk, the wife of his best friend and campaign manager, which occurred in 2005 while he was Mayor of San Francisco. A debate opponent famously used this to question his trustworthiness with the state. One host suggested the DNC might favor JB Pritzker over Newsom

More than 2 results are available in the PRO version (This notice is only visible to admin users) PBD PBD Podcast 634 – John Bolton RAIDED, Trump EMERGENCY Briefing, Cracker Barrel COOKED & Newsom’s CRINGE Tweets PBD Podcast 633 – Trump Mail-In Ballot Ban, Joy Reid, Matthew Perry & Digital Guilt Tipping Hosted by: Pat, Adam, Tom, and Vinnie 🧠 Main Topics and Themes 00:00 – 04:36 Show Introduction & Teasers: The hosts kick off the show with teasers for the main topics, including the raid on John Bolton’s home, Target’s stock woes, and California Governor Gavin Newsom’s policies and tweets. 04:37 – 06:45 ✍️ VT SIGNATURE COLLECTION: The hosts announce a new PBD podcast circle on an app called “Man Connect” and a new signed book and hat collection, offering a free keychain with hat orders. 06:46 – 21:12 John Bolton’s Home Raided: The hosts discuss the breaking news that the FBI raided former National Security Advisor John Bolton’s home in Maryland at 7:00 a.m. They analyze a Fox News alert and debate whether the raid is a legitimate investigation into a classified documents leak or politically motivated retribution. They compare it to the raid on Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago residence and discuss Trump’s history of hiring and firing staff. 21:13 – 45:08 Target Stock Drops: The hosts discuss Target’s stock plunging by approximately 7% after the new CEO was announced. They highlight a campaign led by a black pastor, which they suggest contributed to the decline in stock value and foot traffic. They also discuss the broader impact of what they refer to as the “woke agenda” on companies. 45:09 – 57:44 Cracker Barrel Rebrand: The discussion shifts to Cracker Barrel and its rebrand, which the hosts attribute to a loss of customers. They critique the company’s decision-making and play a satirical clip about the CEO’s perspective on the rebrand. 57:45 – 1:12:58 California Redistricting & Newsom’s “CRINGE” Tweets: The hosts discuss a new redistricting plan passed in California. They heavily criticize Governor Gavin Newsom, describing him as a “chameleon” trying to imitate Donald Trump. They also play a clip of Newsom discussing “punching” opponents. 1:12:59 – 1:23:08 Trump Targeting Mexican Cartels: The hosts discuss Donald Trump’s executive order designating Mexican cartels as terrorists, which would allow for unilateral military action against them. They bring up the high number of fentanyl deaths in the U.S., which they compare to war casualties, and argue for a more aggressive approach to the issue. 1:23:09 – 1:28:19 Ashley St. Clair Faces Eviction: A brief segment on a personal issue faced by Ashley St. Clair, possibly an eviction. 1:28:20 – 1:38:53 Christian Revival in the U.K.: The hosts express their joy over a report that belief in God has reportedly tripled among 18-24 year olds in the U.K. They share personal anecdotes and discuss their own faith, mentioning the book A Case for Christ and a Louis C.K. joke about Christianity. 1:38:54 – 1:51:22 Bed, Bath & Beyond Abandons California: The hosts discuss Bed, Bath & Beyond’s bankruptcy and its decision to close its stores, citing comments from Marcus Lemonis that the company would not reinvest in California due to Governor Newsom’s policies.1     1:51:23 – 2:04:12 Kentucky Judge Scandal: The hosts discuss a story about a Kentucky judge who was allegedly running a “sex for favors” scheme with inmates and was shot by a sheriff. A clip of an interview with a woman who claims to be a victim is shown. 2:04:13 – 2:06:40 Trump to Hold Emergency Press Briefing: The episode concludes with breaking news that Donald Trump will hold an emergency press briefing to address the raid on John Bolton’s home.   🧍 People   John Bolton: Google Search Donald Trump: Google Search Gavin Newsom: Google Search Ashley St. Clair: Google Search Marcus Lemonis: Google Search Leticia James: Google Search Kash Patel: Google Search Dan Bongino: Google Search Pam Bondi: Google Search Megan Hayes: Google Search David Smut: Google Search Michael Wolf: Google Search Ghislaine Maxwell: Google Search Jeffrey Epstein: Google Search Michael Cohen: Google Search Joe Scarborough: Google Search Ronald Reagan: Google Search Dennis Quaid: Google Search Chris Pratt: Google Search Ty Adams: Google Search Kevin Mullins: Google Search Sean Mickey Stein: Google Search Louis C.K.: Google Search Lee Strobel: Google Search   📍 Places   Maryland: Google Search Mar-a-Lago: Google Search California: Google Search New York: Google Search Washington: Google Search Mexico: Google Search North Korea: Google Search Venezuela: Google Search Afghanistan: Google Search United Kingdom (U.K.): Google Search Kentucky: Google Search Lecher County: Google Search   🛍️ Brands, Sponsors, and Products   PBD Podcast Circle: The hosts’ new platform on an app called Man Connect. VT Signature Collection: Merchandise including signed books (Your Next Five Moves and Choose Your Enemies Wisely) and signed red hats from “valuetainment.” Target: A major retailer whose stock is discussed as having dropped.2     Walmart: A competitor to Target that is discussed. Cracker Barrel: A restaurant chain discussed for its rebrand.3     Bed, Bath & Beyond: A home goods retailer discussed for its bankruptcy.4     Starbucks: Mentioned in a humorous anecdote. The Onion: A satirical news organization. Fox News: The news network that aired the clip about the Bolton raid.5     NewsNation: The network that aired the interview with Ty Adams. The Post: The publication that reported on Target’s new CEO. CNN: The news network that did a story on the pastor’s boycott of Target. X: The social media platform formerly known as Twitter.6     Amazon: Where the books mentioned would be found.   🎭 Events and Experiences   John Bolton’s Home Raid: The central breaking news story of the podcast. Target’s Stock Plunge: The financial consequences for Target after a new CEO was announced and a boycott gained momentum. Trump’s Emergency Press Briefing: Breaking news at the end of the show that Trump is holding a press briefing to address the Bolton raid. The Kentucky Judge Scandal: The shocking story of a judge who

More than 2 results are available in the PRO version (This notice is only visible to admin users) PBD PBD Podcast 633 – Trump Mail-In Ballot Ban, Joy Reid, Matthew Perry & Digital Guilt Tipping Episode Metadata Title: Trump Mail-In Ballot BAN, Joy Reid RACIST Take, Ketamine Queen GUILTY & Digital Guilt TIPPING Hosts: Patrick Bet-David (PBD), Tom Ellsworth, Vincent Oshana, and Adam Sosnick Episode Number:  633. Air Date: August 20, 2015 Guests: There are no guests in this episode. Main Topics and Themes Politics and Current Events: The hosts discuss Donald Trump’s push to ban mail-in ballots, his proposed peace deal between Russia and Ukraine, and his alleged meeting with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. They also analyze Joy Reid’s comments on Elvis and his alleged use of Black art. Social and Cultural Commentary: A significant portion of the episode is dedicated to “digital guilt tipping,” where people are prompted to tip at self-service kiosks and point-of-sale systems. Crime and Justice: The hosts cover the story of the “Ketamine Queen,” Jasveen Sangha, who pleaded guilty in connection with the overdose death of actor Matthew Perry. Personal Stories and Business: The episode features a personal story from Pat about meeting Colin Farrell 20 years ago. They also discuss Pat’s philosophy on sales and leadership.   Episode Segments with Timestamps and Summaries   0:04-0:30: The show intro plays. 0:30-1:50: The hosts talk about watching a movie clip of Colin Farrell before the show started, and PBD tells a personal story about meeting Farrell at a spa in Los Angeles 20 years ago. 3:45-5:00: The crew discusses Trump’s alleged “tough love” conversation with Volodymyr Zelenskyy. 5:00-9:00: Pat shares his personal philosophy on sales and business, using an analogy about wanting to get a call with Colin Farrell’s agent. 10:30-22:00: The crew discusses the death of Matthew Perry and the “Ketamine Queen,” Jasveen Sangha, who pleaded guilty in connection to the case. 22:00-30:00: The team dissects Joy Reid’s comments about Elvis and a clip where she discusses his appropriation of Black art. 30:00-50:00: They talk about a survey that found 73% of Americans believe the Democratic Party has moved too far left and what they think the party needs to do to win in the future. 50:00-59:00: The discussion moves to “digital guilt tipping” and the phenomenon of being prompted to tip at various businesses, and the hosts share their personal experiences and opinions on the matter. 1:00:00-1:10:00: The hosts discuss a story about a man being arrested for carrying brass knuckles at a protest and the conversation moves to drug abuse and addiction. 1:10:00-1:20:00: The crew discusses the new VT Lemon Box product and the “VT Lemon Box Challenge,” sharing stories from people who have used the product. 1:20:00-1:40:00: The conversation shifts to the broader landscape of media and politics, with a focus on the role of podcasts and content creators like Andrew Tate. They also touch upon the topic of Elon Musk and his lawsuit with Ashley St. Clair. 1:40:00-2:00:00: They discuss the “Digital Guilt” phenomenon again and the role of technology and social pressure in modern society. They wrap up with a final call to action for the Vault Conference and the VT Lemon Box.   People Mentioned   Adam Rob Vinnie Pat (Patrick Bet-David) Tom (Ellsworth) Colin Farrell – Irish actor known for his roles in films like Tigerland and Crazy Heart Donald Trump – Former U.S. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy – President of Ukraine Vladimir Putin – President of Russia Gavin Newsom – Governor of California Anthony Weiner – Former U.S. Representative from New York Eric Adams – Mayor of New York City Joy Reid – MSNBC host Elvis Presley – American singer and actor Matthew Perry – Late actor, best known for his role on Friends Jasveen Sangha – The “Ketamine Queen,” who pleaded guilty in connection with the overdose death of Matthew Perry Ashley St. Clair – American political commentator and author Elon Musk – CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, and X Andrew Tate – Controversial internet personality Jillian Michaels – American personal trainer and TV personality Tony Robbins – American author and life coach Martha Stewart – American retail businesswoman Peter Thiel – American entrepreneur and venture capitalist Andrew Bamante (Bustamante) – Former CIA officer   Places Referenced   Melrose (Los Angeles, CA) Michigan City Florida Ukraine Russia New York City China Taiwan North Hollywood The Hills (Los Angeles, CA)   Brands, Sponsors, or Products Mentioned   NFL MSNBC Fox News Voda (spa) ValueTainment Lion Holding Vault Conference Tik Tok Meta PragerU Uber/Lyft Javelin (anti-tank weapon) VT Lemon Box (product) Ketamine (drug) X (formerly Twitter)   Events or Personal Stories   Meeting Colin Farrell: Pat shares a story about meeting actor Colin Farrell at a spa in Melrose, Los Angeles, about 20 years ago. He explains how he saw Farrell and used it as a lesson in business and persistence. A friend’s drug addiction: The hosts discuss a story of a friend who was addicted to drugs, which leads into a conversation about drug abuse and the death of Matthew Perry. Sales Philosophy: Pat shares his philosophy on sales, emphasizing the importance of building rapport and not rushing a deal. He uses the analogy of getting the “real deal” from a handshake. “VT Lemon Box” Challenge: The hosts share personal stories submitted by listeners who have used the VT Lemon Box to “lemon-test” their relationships and social circles.   Jokes or Humorous Moments   Vinnie’s tipping habit: The hosts joke about Vinnie always tipping, regardless of the situation, during their segment on digital guilt tipping. MSNBC name change: They make a joke about MSNBC changing its name to “MS Now,” and a host says, “If you take a bag of poop and you just put it in another bag of poop and just label it different, it’s still a bag of poop”. Trump and Zelenskyy: They humorously compare Trump waiting for Zelenskyy at a meeting to a father waiting for his daughter to come home from a date.