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The hosts analyze the structure of a wrestling match, emphasizing that the "comeback" is the most important part of the story. They compare Joe Biden to a "babyface" whose script is written by the media, while Trump remains the central "heel" that drives ratings. They note that since Trump became the primary antagonist, the media has largely ignored international "strongmen" like Kim Jong-un or Saddam Hussein.
The hosts explore why the Guyger case became a "ratings bonanza," noting that it contains all the elements of a perfect media tragedy: race, a female police officer, and an innocent victim. They compare the news presentation to a movie trailer, suggesting that the media provides "raw meat" to both pro-police and pro-civil rights audiences to keep them engaged. Adam Curry admits that even the "casting" of a blonde officer and an attractive victim draws people into the drama.
