Topic: Young Turks

8 chapters across the catalog

90: Micro Mockingbird
• 50:29 - 55:16

90: Micro Mockingbird

Alex Jones Labels Ben Shapiro as Judas Iscariot

Alex Jones entered the feud by siding with Steven Crowder and calling Ben Shapiro "Judas Iscariot." The hosts discuss how the media, including The Young Turks, immediately framed these comments as anti-Semitic tropes to deflect from the underlying argument about media control. They characterize the entire conflict as a battle between "grifters" in the "Big Con" ecosystem.

90: Micro Mockingbird
• 55:17 - 1:00:54

90: Micro Mockingbird

End Times Theology and Political Support for Israel

The hosts discuss a claim made by Cenk Uygur of The Young Turks regarding conservative support for Israel being rooted in "End Times" theology. The discussion touches on the use of George Soros as a political target and whether such criticisms are inherently anti-Semitic. They explore the idea that some religious groups support Israel specifically to trigger biblical prophecies of Armageddon.

27: Lift-Gate
• 1:01:55 - 1:06:08

27: Lift-Gate

Cenk Uygur on Bank Leverage and Derivative Bets

Cenk Uygur of The Young Turks explains that the 2008 collapse was driven by banks removing leverage protections and making massive bets on derivatives. Bankers incentivized predatory loans to create "candy" for these derivative packages, often ignoring a borrower's ability to pay to secure short-term commissions and bonuses. This analysis refutes Bloomberg's claim that minority borrowers were the primary cause of the recession.

25: The Kobe Beef
• 34:51 - 37:39

25: The Kobe Beef

Ari Shafir and the Backlash to Offensive Comedy

Comedian Ari Shafir sparked outrage by posting a video celebrating Kobe Bryant's death and referencing his 2003 sexual assault allegations. Shafir's comments, which included a claim that Bryant died "23 years too late," led to him being dropped by his talent agency and facing widespread condemnation. The incident served as a flashpoint for discussions on the limits of dark humor and the speed of modern cancel culture.

25: The Kobe Beef
• 1:19:18 - 1:24:51

25: The Kobe Beef

Jason Whitlock and the "Sellout" Label

Sports commentator Jason Whitlock faced criticism from outlets like The Young Turks for his long-standing negative critiques of Kobe Bryant's personality and playing style. Whitlock characterized Bryant as a "fraudulent superstar" and a narcissist, leading to accusations that he is a "sellout" who builds his career by attacking black athletes. The debate highlights the divide between traditional sports commentary and the racial expectations placed on black media figures.

19: Block the Vote
• 27:48 - 32:00

19: Block the Vote

Democratic Candidates and the Douglas Plan

The segment reviews various Democratic candidates' attempts to appeal to black voters, including Pete Buttigieg’s "Douglas Plan." The hosts express skepticism toward Buttigieg, labeling him a "CIA candidate" and discussing his lack of traction with the black electorate. They also mention the "Mayo Pete" moniker used by outlets like The Young Turks to criticize his perceived lack of cultural connection.

01: Black Bots
• 43:59 - 48:19

01: Black Bots

Super Predators and the 1994 Crime Bill

Hillary Clinton's 1994 "super predator" comments and her lobbying for the three-strikes crime bill are revisited as evidence of harmful Democratic policies. While media outlets like The Young Turks used this history to support Bernie Sanders during the primaries, they later urged black voters to ignore it and support Clinton in the general election. The ADOS movement rejects this cycle of "millie-mouthed" promises, demanding payment for services rendered before offering further political support.