Full Episode: Wednesday, October 23, 2024
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The podcast begins with a report on General John Kelly, former President Trump's longest-serving chief of staff, issuing a warning about Trump's potential dictatorial tendencies if re-elected. Kelly details Trump's admiration for Hitler and his threats to use the military against Americans. The segment then shifts to the upcoming election, highlighting the record number of early votes cast and Trump's campaign strategy. Trump focuses on the economy and immigration, while ignoring Kelly's accusations. The podcast also features chilling 911 calls from the scene of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania. The calls reveal the panic and fear of those present during the incident. The podcast continues with a report on a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's quarter pounders. The CDC expects the number of cases to grow, and McDonald's has pulled the sandwich from the menu in affected states. The White House confirms that 3,000 North Korean soldiers are training in Russia for potential deployment to Ukraine. This move is seen as a sign of desperation and weakness by the US. The podcast also covers a terror attack in Turkey at a major defense company. Surveillance footage shows two attackers armed with assault rifles, resulting in five deaths and 22 injuries. The podcast concludes with a segment on the search for a missing cruise ship passenger who is believed to have fallen overboard. The segment also mentions the upcoming decision on the Menendez brothers' resentencing. Cutter Airlines now allows passengers to make in-flight phone calls, FaceTime, and hold Zoom meetings. The company encourages passengers to be respectful of others. The segment remembers two remarkable women who reached incredible milestones: Julia Hawkins, a world record sprinter, and Elizabeth Francis, America's oldest woman. The podcast ends with a heartwarming story of a grandfather who painted a mural for his soon-to-be granddaughter in her nursery. The mural is a testament to his love and dedication to his family.
Outlines
Trump's Potential Dictatorship and the Upcoming Election
The podcast begins with General John Kelly's warning about Trump's potential dictatorial tendencies if re-elected, followed by a discussion of the upcoming election, highlighting the record number of early votes cast and Trump's campaign strategy.
Assassination Attempt on Trump and E. coli Outbreak
The podcast features chilling 911 calls from the scene of the assassination attempt on Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, and reports on a deadly E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's quarter pounders.
International News and Human Interest Stories
The podcast covers North Korean soldiers training in Russia, a terror attack in Turkey, the search for a missing cruise ship passenger, and heartwarming stories about remarkable women and a grandfather's extraordinary gift.
Airline Updates and Remembering Remarkable Women
The podcast reports on Cutter Airlines allowing in-flight phone calls and remembers two remarkable women who reached incredible milestones: Julia Hawkins, a world record sprinter, and Elizabeth Francis, America's oldest woman.
Keywords
Fascism
A political ideology characterized by extreme nationalism, authoritarianism, and a rejection of democratic values. Fascists often promote a cult of personality around a charismatic leader and seek to suppress dissent.
Dictatorship
A form of government in which absolute power is held by a single person or a small group of people. Dictators typically rule without the consent of the governed and often suppress political opposition.
E. coli Outbreak
A public health emergency caused by the bacterium Escherichia coli, which can cause severe food poisoning. Outbreaks are often linked to contaminated food, such as raw meat or produce.
North Korean Military
The armed forces of North Korea, known for its large and heavily armed military. The North Korean military is a key component of the country's authoritarian regime and is used to maintain internal control and project power.
Terror Attack
An act of violence intended to intimidate or coerce a government or civilian population. Terror attacks are often carried out by extremist groups or individuals seeking to achieve political or ideological goals.
Cruise Ship Passenger
A person traveling on a cruise ship, typically for leisure or vacation. Cruise ships are large vessels that offer a variety of amenities and activities for passengers.
In-Flight Phone Calls
The ability to make phone calls while on an airplane. This service is becoming increasingly common as airlines seek to enhance the passenger experience.
Resentencing
The process of reconsidering and potentially changing a criminal sentence. Resentencing can occur when new evidence emerges or when there are changes in sentencing guidelines.
Q&A
What warning did General John Kelly issue about Donald Trump?
General Kelly warned that if Trump is re-elected, he would rule like a dictator, citing Trump's admiration for Hitler and his threats to use the military against Americans.
What is the Trump campaign's strategy in the final days of the election?
Trump is focusing on the economy and immigration, while ignoring Kelly's accusations. He is also targeting Christian voters in key battleground states.
What is the CDC's response to the E. coli outbreak linked to McDonald's?
The CDC expects the number of cases to grow and is working to identify the source of the contamination. McDonald's has pulled the quarter pounder from the menu in affected states.
What is the significance of North Korean soldiers training in Russia?
This move is seen as a sign of desperation and weakness by the US, as it suggests that Russia is struggling to maintain its military strength in the war with Ukraine.
What is the latest development in the case of the Menendez brothers?
The DA is reviewing new evidence involving the alleged abuse the brothers suffered as children, and a decision on their resentencing is expected by the end of the week.
Show Notes
John Kelly warns against Trump, Trump responds; Trump assassination attempt 911 call; Deadly E. Ecoli outbreak; North Korea troops in Russia.
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