Episode 65: Goodbye Trump, Hello Biden
Available on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Spotify, and iHeartRadio.
In this episode, recorded just before the inauguration of President Joe Biden, we give our thoughts on former President Trump’s refusal to attend the inauguration celebration. We also discuss how the insurrection led to an increase in security for the inauguration and how twelve National Guard members who were scheduled to work during the inauguration were removed from duty after the FBI’s vetting process exposed their ties to extremist groups. We conclude with an update on Tia’s missing packages from the holidays and a brief discussion about the role of shame in our healthcare system thanks to Spencer’s recent trip to the dentist.
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