Episode
South Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
49:01
Published: Fri Apr 07 2023
Description
John Heilemann, host and creator of Showtime’s "THE CIRCUS" joins South Beach Sessions to bring da motherf-ckin' ruckus. So bring it on! Dan and John discuss what is likely to come from the felony charges brought against Trump, why Trump's mugshot will only help his 2024 reelection campaign, and how the majority of Americans don't want to see another presidential election between Biden and Trump. John also reveals his feelings to his viral exchange with comedian Russell Brand on "Real Time with Bill Maher" and Dan asks him about the roles Maher, Brand, and Joe Rogan play against "woke culture". You can watch THE CIRCUS: Inside the Greatest Political Show on Earth, streaming on Showtime now, with new episodes Sundays, and listen to John’s podcast, HELL AND HIGH WATER, wherever you get your podcasts. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Chapters
The Trump presidency provided a lot of fuel for people interested in politics, although it was bad for the country it made people who were casually interested in elections become more involved, despite how crazy the early days of the presidency were.
00:00 - 03:59 (03:59)
Summary
The Trump presidency provided a lot of fuel for people interested in politics, although it was bad for the country it made people who were casually interested in elections become more involved, despite how crazy the early days of the presidency were. One and done was the right way to think about it.
EpisodeSouth Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
PodcastThe Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
The level of polarization in the country is inten.
03:59 - 12:07 (08:07)
Summary
The level of polarization in the country is inten. It's not just that there are differences in views, but it seems that nobody has an answer on how to fix it.
EpisodeSouth Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
PodcastThe Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
The current state of American politics is dominated by sealed information bubbles which prevent people from engaging in productive conversations and solving critical issues.
12:07 - 21:42 (09:35)
Summary
The current state of American politics is dominated by sealed information bubbles which prevent people from engaging in productive conversations and solving critical issues. The media was once considered fair and balanced, but the rise of conservative networks proved that there was a large group of people who felt underserved by mainstream liberal media.
EpisodeSouth Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
PodcastThe Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
The 1993 Waco siege, which saw religious cult leader David Koresh incinerate 82 of his own followers, still resonates as a touchstone for people who believe in religious freedom, including former President Donald Trump who played a video from the J6 Prison Choir at a rally there in 2015.
21:42 - 27:08 (05:25)
Summary
The 1993 Waco siege, which saw religious cult leader David Koresh incinerate 82 of his own followers, still resonates as a touchstone for people who believe in religious freedom, including former President Donald Trump who played a video from the J6 Prison Choir at a rally there in 2015.
EpisodeSouth Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
PodcastThe Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
The age of presidential candidates can be a pivotal issue in politics, with 80% of Americans saying they don't want a president who is over 80 years old, which may impact Joe Biden's campaign.
27:08 - 32:16 (05:08)
Summary
The age of presidential candidates can be a pivotal issue in politics, with 80% of Americans saying they don't want a president who is over 80 years old, which may impact Joe Biden's campaign. This has raised questions about the selection of the most talented candidates, rather than focusing on age, for future elections.
EpisodeSouth Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
PodcastThe Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
The discussion centers around a worldwide conspiracy theory involving pharmaceutical companies, defense contractors, and the global elite, and how to have a civilized discourse without someone filibustering the conversation.
32:16 - 38:13 (05:57)
Summary
The discussion centers around a worldwide conspiracy theory involving pharmaceutical companies, defense contractors, and the global elite, and how to have a civilized discourse without someone filibustering the conversation. Russell Brand's dominance during the conversation on Real time with Bill Maher was also mentioned.
EpisodeSouth Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
PodcastThe Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
In a conversation with a guest on the show, Bill Maher's questions about COVID policy turned into a lightning rod causing people to question his show.
38:13 - 44:22 (06:08)
Summary
In a conversation with a guest on the show, Bill Maher's questions about COVID policy turned into a lightning rod causing people to question his show.
EpisodeSouth Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
PodcastThe Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Free speech, especially for artists and comedians, is a principle worth fighting for even if it upsets some people.
44:22 - 48:01 (03:38)
Summary
Free speech, especially for artists and comedians, is a principle worth fighting for even if it upsets some people. Bill Maher's stance against the excesses of woke culture is protecting the ability to be transgressive and say whatever one wants without getting cancelled.