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5-22-26 - 9am - TRASH, Question for Marx and Water for Data

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This episode is a wild ride, folks, with Michael and Dragon sharing a series of hilarious and cringe-worthy stories about coworkers, including Michael who's obsessed with a pink shirt and another who's dumpster diving for donuts. But amidst the humor, Michael gets serious, discussing the upcoming debate between candidates, and the importance of holding politicians accountable for their actions and words.

This episode covers a range of topics, from the Michael's personal life to politics and current events. Michael shares his thoughts on the upcoming debate, where Victor Marx has announced he won't be attending, and explains why he thinks it's essential to ask tough questions to politicians, especially those who are running on their biography rather than a record of actual accomplishments. He also delves into a claim made by Victor Marx about a daring rescue mission in Syria, and questions the lack of evidence to back it up.

Michael also takes aim at climate activists who are quick to lecture others about the environmental impact of AI, but seem to ignore more significant issues like agriculture and fast fashion. He points out the hypocrisy in their arguments and suggests that if they're genuinely concerned about water consumption, they should be targeting more obvious culprits.

If you're looking for a dose of humor, some hard-hitting politics, and a healthy dose of skepticism, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to hear the Michael's thoughts on Victor Marx's debate absence, the importance of accountability in politics, and the absurdity of some climate activists' arguments.

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