A Worm Welcome
The episode opens with a satirical take on political absurdity, mocking Trump's false claims about a looming Iran deal and his fabricated oil heist, while highlighting the real crisis of screwworms—flesh-eating pests returning to Texas due to defunded USDA monitoring and lifted import restrictions. The hosts dissect the farcical blame game between Trump and Biden, with Texas officials' outrage over a bug outbreak that's more a symptom of policy neglect than immigration. Amid the chaos, Jerry O'Connell shares a heartfelt moment reflecting on his late mentor Rob Reiner and the responsibility he now feels to mentor young actors. He also defends his role in the family-friendly film *Summer's Last Resort*, emphasizing the importance of joy and connection in storytelling. Jay Farrow delivers a poignant album concept about finding love after fame, while Zach Zucker passionately defends his love for public bathhouses and Lime scooters—embracing self-expression even when it’s judged. The episode culminates in a defiant celebration of personal joy, from drinking Diet Coke with espresso to pushing cotton swabs in ears, declaring: 'I don’t care what nobody says.'
Screwworms are back in Texas due to defunded USDA monitoring and lifted cattle import restrictions, not Biden’s border policy.
Trump falsely claimed to have secretly moved millions of barrels of oil through the Strait of Hormuz—impossible given the size and visibility of oil tankers.
Jerry O'Connell dedicated his new film *Summer's Last Resort* to Rob Reiner’s legacy, using the role to pass on mentorship to young actors.
Jay Farrow’s album *The Odyssey* explores finding meaning and love after fame, rejecting the idea that power and wealth bring fulfillment.
Zach Zucker defends riding Lime scooters with speakers and no shirt as a form of joyful self-expression, even if it draws judgment.
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Trump’s Iran Delusions & the Reality of Escalation
“You know, I can say it now. Something you didn't know. Do you know we've been taking out millions of barrels of oil? Nobody knows it. You know who doesn't know about it? Iran until right now.”
Inflation, Tariffs, and the Absurdity of Trump’s Economic Logic
The hosts dissect Trump’s contradictory stance on inflation—causing it through tariffs and war, then claiming to love it—comparing it to replacing your septic tank and loving the smell.
The Epstein Files Lie: A Satirical Take on White House Deliberations
“According to the excerpt in The Times, Vance suggested that Tucker Carlson interview Ghislaine Maxwell in prison. It's an amazing idea. I love it. I am furious it didn't happen.”
Screwworms: The Real Bug Problem in Texas
“Texas Agricultural Commissioner Sid Miller slammed the administration for moving too slowly and said that you can look for higher beef prices because of the failure of the USDA to control this pest.”
“I don't care. I'm going to keep doing it. I love the way it makes me feel. It fulfills me, and if it makes me feel good, I'm going to keep on pushing that wax into my brain.”
“According to the excerpt in The Times, Vance suggested that Tucker Carlson interview Ghislaine Maxwell in prison. It's an amazing idea. I love it. I am furious it didn't happen.”
“You know, I can say it now. Something you didn't know. Do you know we've been taking out millions of barrels of oil? Nobody knows it. You know who doesn't know about it? Iran until right now.”
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Jerry O'Connell
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Jay Farrow
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Zach Zucker
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Biden
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Rob Reiner
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Nancy Mace
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Stacey Abrams
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Graham Plattner
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