Nothing Changes

SHOW LESSToday we discuss the criticism of Dave Chappelle for comments made in recent stand-up specials.  Exploring different comedic styles and approaches from George Carlin to Louis CK to Andrew Dice Clay, we go over the different points on both sides of this issue.  Is comedy in the wrong, or are the LGBTQ community too sensitive?  Or, like so many things, is there nuance to this discussion?  Andy Norman Interview Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qYfUOYjy1EU&t=1574s

Sharing a few thoughts on tragedies in America, and why things won't change.     Referenced video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBuFeSz9AnI&t=242s

What is the real issue with Clarence Thomas' apparent conflict of interest involving his wife Ginny?  Is the problem with Trump, with the Thomas', or is it with the institution of the Supreme Court itself?

Ron DeSantis has signed the "Don't Say Gay Bill" into Florida law.

In a stunning turn of events, Will Smith assaulted Chris Rock live on stage at the Oscars tonight, after the comedian made what some would call an "off color" joke about Smith's wife, Jada.

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Check out my interview with Researcher, Philosopher, and Award-Winning Author Andy Norman as we discuss the recent controversy with Joe Rogan and Spotify.  What responsibilities do influencers with very large audiences have to "get it right", and are we doing enough as a society to combat irrational thinking?   Mental Immunity: Infectious Ideas, Mind Parasites, and the Search for a Better Way to Think by Andy Norman    Purchase Mental Immunity here: https://amzn.to/3plCkso KF94 Masks: https://amzn.to/3HTgrYN Samson Meteorite USB Condenser Microphone, Chrome: https://amzn.to/3GMiTig A Promised Land, by Barack Obama: https://amzn.to/3LA3EwK

A bill in Florida, backed by Governor Ron DeSantis, will encourage schools to "out" lgbtq students to their parents who may or may not already be aware.  Additionally, Texas is looking to classify lgbtq education as "child abuse".  Where do these pieces of legislation come from?  Voter apathy.   KF94 Masks: https://amzn.to/3HTgrYN Samson Meteorite USB Condenser Microphone, Chrome: https://amzn.to/3GMiTig A Promised Land, by Barack Obama: https://amzn.to/3LA3EwK

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