Timcast IRL · July 10, 2021 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #327 - Latest Rittenhouse Filing Could Mean Total Victory For Kyle And Team w/John Pierce
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode 327, recorded on July 10, 2021, featured host Tim Pool and co-hosts including Ian Crossland discussing the latest developments in the Kyle Rittenhouse case with former defense attorney John Pierce. The episode centered on a motion filed by Rittenhouse's legal team to dismiss the charge that he was too young to possess the rifle used during the Kenosha riots. Tim argued that if this charge is dismissed, it would undermine the remaining arguments against Rittenhouse's self-defense claim. John Pierce, founder of the National Constitutional Law Union, explained his previous involvement with the case and noted his extensive representation of January 6th defendants. The conversation touched on political polarization surrounding the case, with Tim noting that even some on the left have begrudgingly acknowledged the self-defense aspect. The episode also included casual studio banter about new equipment, the upcoming move to a new studio space, and congratulations on Cassandra Fairbanks joining the Timcast team.
TL;DR
- →John Pierce, former Rittenhouse lawyer, discussed the motion to dismiss the underage gun possession charge, arguing it may be 'bunk' and could remove the strongest argument against Kyle
- →Tim Pool argued that dismissing the gun charge would leave no legitimate legal argument against Rittenhouse, making any conviction purely political
- →John Pierce revealed he represents the most January 6th defendants of any lawyer in the country, currently at 13 and growing
- →The episode covered the Newsweek report about the defense filing, with Tim reading details about prosecutor claims regarding alleged incidents and Proud Boys affiliations
- →Casual studio discussion included updates on new AC installation, upcoming studio relocation plans, and the addition of Cassandra Fairbanks to the Timcast team
- →Tim encouraged viewers to support the show through TimCast.com memberships while noting expanded content including a new paranormal mysteries show
Key Moments
- 0:00OpeningTim introduces the Kyle Rittenhouse case developments and explains why the gun charge dismissal motion is significant
- 5:49John Pierce IntroductionTim welcomes John Pierce, former Rittenhouse lawyer and founder of the National Constitutional Law Union
- 12:23January 6th DiscussionPierce reveals he represents the most January 6th defendants of any lawyer in the country
- 16:00Studio UpdatesCo-hosts discuss new AC installation and upcoming studio move
- 25:49Newsweek Story BreakdownTim reads and analyzes the Newsweek article about the Rittenhouse defense motion
Notable Quotes
“We've got an interesting development in the case of Kyle Rittenhouse. It may not seem like that big of a deal, but I think it strikes the heart of the conservative argument against Kyle.”
— Tim Pool · opening
“People were arguing that he was too young to have a weapon. And now the legal team has filed a motion to have those charges dismissed. And it may be the case that that charge is bunk anyway.”
— Tim Pool · main discussion
“I represent by far most of the more January 6th defendants than any other lawyer in the country. I believe the count right now is at 13 and growing.”
— John Pierce · guest segment
“If that gun charge goes out, I'm not a lawyer. But it seems like the only way he'd actually get convicted at this point is if it's political, which very well may be the case.”
— Tim Pool · analysis
“On Twitter, she certainly is feisty. But her reporting is top notch. It's straightforward. It is, I would say it's usually very straightforward and well-researched and well-sourced.”
— Ian Crossland · panel