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Epstein Distractions, Dr. Umar vs. 50 Cent, and Van’s N-Word Game
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Van and Rachel discuss the dysfunction in the FBI and the Trump administration as a whole in the lead-up to the release of more Epstein files. Plus, Keith Edwards sparks debate on criticisms of candidates. Then, Dr. Umar weighs in on the Netflix Diddy documentary, and Van introduces a new game.
(0:00) Intro
(3:48) Dysfunction in the FBI
(29:57) Epstein distractions
(39:32) Vivek Ramaswamy and the American dream
(47:03) Keith Edwards and Jasmine Crockett
(1:23:52) Dr. Umar vs. 50 Cent
(1:38:47) Van’s N---a Number Game
(1:59:55) Young Thug proposes to Mariah the Scientist
Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
Producers: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Jade Whaley
Social Producer: Bernard Moore
Video Supervision: Jon Jones
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