Episode 65: Mega-Debt/ Meme War

Americans worry about the national debt. A majority say they’re “very” concerned about it. So it’s no surprise that the media has been talking about what the “One Big Beautiful Act” will do to the debt. But the reports conflict with each other. Today, Josh looks into what’s true, and probes the track records of places that make predictions. He also explains what the media should be making clear right now, including Trump’s track record and the votes of so-called “deficit hawks.” Then, a guest joins Josh to explain how and why U.S. culture has shifted so dramatically. How did people become so radicalized that they celebrate terrorists and believe lies pushed by Iran? Jason Korman discusses how memetics spur culture change without people realizing it.