Timcast IRL · January 22, 2022 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #452 - Now 1,000 Experts Demand Joe Rogan be Censored, Gettr CEO Audio Leaks w/Christian Toto
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode #452, aired on January 22, 2022, opened with a tribute to Meatloaf following his death. Tim Pool and the co-hosts discussed Meatloaf's opposition to COVID mandates and his stance on freedom, praising him for choosing not to live in fear. The main discussion centered on the growing list of over 1,000 medical and science experts calling on Spotify to censor Joe Rogan's podcast, with Tim analyzing the NPR framing that targeted anyone who interviews persona non grata guests rather than just Rogan himself. The panel covered Joe Biden losing another court battle as a federal judge struck down the federal worker vaccine mandate, and discussed Reuters reporting on natural infection providing better immunity during the Delta surge. Co-host Luke Rudasky announced he was moving to Miami, Florida, citing safety concerns including threats and swatting incidents. The show included Christian Toto discussing his new book on Hollywood culture.
TL;DR
- →Tim Pool and co-hosts tribute to Meatloaf following his death, discussing his opposition to COVID mandates and stance on freedom of choice
- →Discussion of the growing list of over 1,000 scientists and health professionals demanding Spotify censor Joe Rogan's podcast
- →Coverage of Biden losing another court battle as a federal judge struck down the federal worker vaccine mandate
- →Reuters report discussed showing prior COVID infection provided better immunity during the Delta surge, validating earlier positions
- →Luke Rudasky announced his move to Miami, Florida, citing threats and swatting incidents as motivation for relocating
- →Co-host Christian Toto promoted his book Virtue Bombs and discussed Hollywood going woke
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening & Meatloaf TributeTim and co-hosts open the show paying tribute to Meatloaf who passed away, discussing his anti-mandate stance and respect for personal freedom
- 30:00Joe Rogan Censorship StoryMain discussion on the 1,000+ experts demanding Spotify censor Joe Rogan's podcast, with analysis of the framing used by NPR
- 60:00Vaccine Mandate Court RulingDiscussion of Biden losing another court battle as federal judge struck down the federal worker vaccine mandate
- 90:00Guest Segment with Christian TotoChristian Toto discusses his book Virtue Bombs and Hollywood culture going woke
- 120:00Luke Rudasky Florida AnnouncementCo-host Luke announces his move to Miami, Florida, explaining his decision to relocate due to threats and swatting
Notable Quotes
“They didn't say being spread by Joe Rogan. They said on Joe Rogan's podcast. What they're saying is anybody who wants to interview someone who would say something out of line with the official establishment narrative must be stopped.”
— Tim Pool · analysis of NPR framing on Joe Rogan censorship story
“He chose it for his freedom and he knew the risks. So you know what? Mad respect to Meatloaf.”
— Tim Pool · tribute to Meatloaf and his stance on COVID mandates
“A care package of freedom. Yes, that's how it works.”
— Ian Crossland · humorous exchange about sending freedom to Denver
“More than 1,000 scientists and health professionals are calling on Spotify to crack down on COVID falsehoods being spread on Joe Rogan's podcast. The pressure highlights a trend. Podcasts are becoming influential sources of misinformation.”
— Tim Pool · reading the NPR tweet framing the story
“I'm also here pushing buttons in the corner. Very excited to have Libby back.”
— Ian Crossland · co-host introduction and banter