Episode 4 - Television: Teacher, Mother, Secret Lover

Philosophomoric

At the outset, Duncan wants the listeners to know that he knows the names of prominent people in government, even if he doesn't keep up with current events with the same level of care as Mike. But they both practice the principle of charity. Then they offer some reflections on Trump in this somewhat more relaxed age - like him or hate him, he very well may be the most successful President ever! Mike gives a clear and lucid explanation of short selling to Duncan (which one of these guys teaches for a living?!). It turns out the entire game is rigged, and Alex Jones might actually have a point! Mike needed a snowblower for the inclement weather but decided to spend his money on property tax instead - how irresponsible! But the point is - DO NOT BUY PROPERTY! The guys then get into a spirited discussion about ALDI, other grocery stores, and different brands in different parts of the country. Duncan has started reading the indy comic The Boys, which leads into a discussion about the role of moral ambiguity in superheroes and in ancient Greek mythology. Finally, the guys have a discussion about their favorite television shows of all time. We try to keep things light this episode because next week we're gonna talk about Jordan Peterson!!!