Chapter
The Story of a Viral Meme
22:23 - 29:36 (07:12)
This is a recounting of a story about the viral meme that we know and love, Missiles and Money, and how the picture that started it all may have actually done more harm than good to its creator.
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The picture of Reagan during the Iran-Contra scandal had a negative impact on his image.
22:23 - 24:17 (01:53)
Summary
The picture of Reagan during the Iran-Contra scandal had a negative impact on his image. The scandal involved weapons being offered to Iranians in exchange for hostages and money.
ChapterThe Story of a Viral Meme
EpisodeThe Presidents - Part Four (feat. Louis C.K.)
PodcastMatt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Reagan took responsibility for the idea of missiles and money, although he could not recall for sure whether it was pitched to him, stating that they were investigating the issue, but there was no mistake.
24:17 - 27:03 (02:46)
Summary
Reagan took responsibility for the idea of missiles and money, although he could not recall for sure whether it was pitched to him, stating that they were investigating the issue, but there was no mistake.
ChapterThe Story of a Viral Meme
EpisodeThe Presidents - Part Four (feat. Louis C.K.)
PodcastMatt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Comedian Jim Gaffigan shares stories about Senator Joe Manchin's emotional appeal and the late President Ronald Reagan's struggles with Alzheimer's disease.
27:03 - 28:30 (01:26)
Summary
Comedian Jim Gaffigan shares stories about Senator Joe Manchin's emotional appeal and the late President Ronald Reagan's struggles with Alzheimer's disease.
ChapterThe Story of a Viral Meme
EpisodeThe Presidents - Part Four (feat. Louis C.K.)
PodcastMatt and Shane's Secret Podcast
Despite concerns about Reagan's mental decline, his physical strength remained as he chopped wood on his ranch in California, even as his doctor brought up the issue and expressed his concerns.
28:30 - 29:36 (01:05)
Summary
Despite concerns about Reagan's mental decline, his physical strength remained as he chopped wood on his ranch in California, even as his doctor brought up the issue and expressed his concerns.