Epstein List, Trump's Corruption, and Kentucky's Remote Future
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People Mentioned
- Tony Kornheiser - A radio and podcast personality whom Matt Jones has followed for years.
- Bill Simmons - A radio and podcast personality known for his "mailbag report" podcast format, which inspired this episode.
- Thomas Massie (Congressman) - Praised for his courage in pushing for the release of the Epstein files.
- Ro Khanna (Congressman) - Praised for his courage in pushing for the release of the Epstein files.
- Pam Bondi - Mentioned in the context of defending the delay in releasing the Epstein files.
- Cash Patel - Mentioned in the context of defending the delay in releasing the Epstein files.
- Jamie Comer (Congressman) - Mentioned for his defense of the Trump kids' actions compared to Hunter Biden's.
- Theo Von - A comedian and podcaster, mentioned as an example of a platform that can provide significant free media for candidates.
- Donald Trump (Former US President) - Discussed in relation to the Epstein list, corruption, and the MAGA movement.
- Hunter Biden - Mentioned in comparison to the alleged corruption surrounding the Trump family.
- Marjorie Taylor Greene (Congresswoman) - Mentioned for her recent apology regarding "crazy politics," giving Matt Jones hope for a shift in political discourse.
- Gavin Newsom (Governor of California) - Discussed as a political figure whose "mean" and "trolling" approach to politics is similar to Trump's.
- J.D. Vance (Senator) - Discussed as a political figure who might attempt to reinvent himself after the next congressional elections.
- Andy Beshear (Governor of Kentucky) - Mentioned as an example of a moderate political figure.
- Marco Rubio (Senator) - Mentioned as an example of a moderate political figure.
- Juan Dixon (Basketball Player) - Mentioned as a player for Maryland during Matt Jones's college years.
- Steve Blake (Basketball Player) - Mentioned as a player for Maryland during Matt Jones's college years.
- Shane Battier (Former NBA Player) - Mentioned as a Duke basketball player and someone Matt Jones was "going after" the same woman as in law school.
- Mike Krzyzewski (Former Duke Basketball Coach) - Mentioned in a personal anecdote about a car accident involving Matt Jones's girlfriend.
- Elon Musk - Mentioned as a tech billionaire whose potential wealth and influence raise concerns about societal inequality.
- Mark Zuckerberg - Mentioned as a tech billionaire whose relatability and influence are questioned.
- Kelly Clarkson - Singer whose song "Since U Been Gone" was referenced.
Organizations & Institutions
- CIA - Mentioned in relation to its findings on the murder of an American journalist.
Websites & Online Resources
- ChatGPT - An AI tool used by Billy to find information about Matt Jones, highlighting the inaccuracies of AI.