Episode 437 - Biden Drops Out, Cloud Strike Mishap, and CFMEU Controversy
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In Episode 437 of the Iron Fist and the Velvet Glove podcast, Trevor, Scott, and Joe delve into a range of topics including Joe Biden pulling out of the presidential race, the recent CloudStrike incident that caused widespread computer crashes, and a spirited debate on the effectiveness of the CFMEU in advocating for workers. They also touch on the differences between American political candidates, the potential repercussions of a Trump presidency, and the challenges faced by Australia's private and public schools in terms of funding. Additionally, the hosts discuss the influence of conservative Christianity in Australian politics and offer critical perspectives on a variety of current events.
00:00 Introduction and Greetings
00:21 Internet Incident Explained
00:36 Biden's Withdrawal from the Race
01:20 CrowdStrike Antivirus Issue
08:12 Debate on Biden's Withdrawal and Kamala Harris
09:14 Abortion and Supreme Court Discussion
15:50 Trump vs. Biden: Policies and Implications
17:24 US Foreign Policy and NATO
26:03 Healthcare and Kamala Harris's Prospects
27:27 Debating Kamala Harris's Popularity
28:31 Biden's Wife and Kamala Harris Feud
29:42 Trump's New VP Pick
30:10 Nixon's Wisdom and Education System
31:52 Nikki Haley's Flip-Flop
34:06 Carrie Lake's Controversial Interview
38:01 Copper Wire Theft in America
40:43 Liz Truss and the Liberty Bell Showerhead
45:57 Labor Party and Private School Funding
51:07 CFMEU's Impact on Workers
01:00:43 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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