Timcast IRL · July 9, 2022 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #568 - Elon Musk TERMINATES Twitter Buyout w/Hotep Jesus
Episode Recap
In Timcast IRL episode 568, Tim Pool and his co-hosts were joined by Hotep Jesus and Mary Morgan to discuss several major news stories. The episode opened with Tim Pool analyzing Elon Musk's decision to terminate his $44 billion Twitter takeover deal, citing Twitter's alleged misrepresentation of spam bot numbers. Tim argued that Twitter's claim of only 5% fake accounts was inaccurate, referencing independent assessments and Paul Scalas' analysis suggesting the platform had far fewer real users than claimed. The conversation then shifted to Joe Biden's teleprompter mishap, with Tim criticizing media attempts to gaslight the public about the incident. The hosts also addressed the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe and criticized media coverage that immediately began smearing him posthumously. Hotep Jesus, known for his commentary on American culture and politics, shared his perspective on current events while Mary Morgan, co-host of Pop Culture Crisis, contributed her usual engaging commentary. The show featured their signature blend of news analysis, cultural commentary, and unfiltered opinions on the stories shaping the week.
TL;DR
- →Elon Musk terminates his $44 billion Twitter takeover deal, claiming Twitter misled him about the number of spam bots on the platform, with Tim arguing Twitter's 5% fake account estimate was significantly understated.
- →Joe Biden accidentally reads teleprompter instructions on camera, prompting media gaslighting attempts that the White House backed up, which Tim criticized as manipulation of the public.
- →The assassination of Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest-serving prime minister, is discussed with criticism of media outlets immediately beginning to smear his legacy upon his death.
- →Hotep Jesus joins the show to discuss his observations on American culture, sharing controversial takes about various social issues while promoting his YouTube content.
- →Mary Morgan discusses her show Pop Culture Crisis and the lighter side of entertainment news, including a playful segment about Super Chats featuring money-firing guns.
- →The panel discusses Hunter Biden and music references, with Ian Crossland sharing a humorous anecdote about Eminem's effect on workplace performance.
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Elon Musk/Twitter StoryTim opens the show discussing the major news of Elon Musk terminating the Twitter buyout, citing spam bot misrepresentation
- 30:00Biden Teleprompter IncidentDiscussion of Joe Biden reading teleprompter instructions on camera and media gaslighting attempts
- 60:00Shinzo Abe AssassinationThe panel addresses the assassination of Japan's longest-serving prime minister and media smearing
- 90:00Guest Discussion with Hotep JesusHotep Jesus joins to discuss his perspectives on current events and American culture
- 120:00Panel CommentaryFull panel discussion with Mary Morgan and Ian Crossland providing additional commentary
Notable Quotes
“Elon Musk is right. Look, when Twitter came out and said it was like, what did they say, 5% or something? A whole bunch of independent assessments that they were like, no way, that's way wrong.”
— Tim Pool · opening discussion on Twitter spam bots
“The sad thing is you and I, obviously we don't fall for it, but so many people do. And they are gaslighting us.”
— Tim Pool · media criticism regarding Biden teleprompter incident
“I don't do anything. I just mind my own business. You know, I give my thoughts on matters that are happening across America. I try not to do the whole international thing because it's not my country.”
— Hotep Jesus · guest introduction and philosophy
“The media already smearing him right when the dude dies. Brutal, man. I can't stand the press.”
— Tim Pool · criticism of media coverage of Shinzo Abe's death
“Music can affect your body physiologically like a drug. It happened to me once. I was playing Eminem's first album on repeat the whole way to work. When I got to work, let's just say I wasn't me.”
— Ian Crossland · light-hearted discussion about music's effects