Timcast IRL · July 13, 2023 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #816 DeSantis Donors Fear Campaign FAILING, Will Meet To Discuss Viability w/Jaimee Michell
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode 816 aired on July 13, 2023, with Tim Pool hosting alongside co-hosts Ian Crossland and Brandon. The episode opened with Tim promoting Cast Brew Coffee and announcing upcoming membership benefits, including a members-only uncensored show. Tim revealed he would be undergoing hip surgery the following week, with Seamus Coghlan set to host in his absence. The main segment featured discussion around a CNBC report concerning Ron DeSantis's campaign struggles, with billionaire donors like Ken Griffin reportedly assessing the viability of their support as DeSantis continues to lag behind Donald Trump in primary polls. The panel also covered the controversial film Sound of Freedom, with multiple co-hosts praising its impact and discussing Hollywood's negative response to the movie. Guest Jaimee Michelle, founder of Gays Against Groomers, introduced her nonprofit organization focused on combating the sexualization and indoctrination of youth within the LGBTQ community. The episode blended news analysis with cultural commentary, touching on human trafficking awareness and political fundraising dynamics.
TL;DR
- →Tim announced he will undergo hip surgery next week, with Seamus Coghlan hosting the show during his one-week recovery period
- →Main discussion centered on CNBC report revealing DeSantis mega-donors privately worrying about campaign trajectory and polling deficits behind Trump
- →Co-hosts extensively discussed Sound of Freedom movie, with Ian Crossland, Seamus Coghlan, and Brandon sharing their positive reactions and emotional responses to the film
- →Guest Jaimee Michelle introduced Gays Against Groomers, her nonprofit organization fighting what she called the sexualization and indoctrination of youth
- →Panel addressed congressional hearings where Matt Gaetz criticized officials for protecting the Biden family
- →Tim promoted Cast Brew Coffee and membership options as primary sponsorship reads throughout the episode
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and SponsorsTim opens with Cast Brew Coffee promotion, membership announcements, and introduces co-hosts Seamus, Ian, and Brandon
- 4:09Tim's Surgery AnnouncementTim reveals he'll be flying out of state for hip surgery, with Seamus stepping in as temporary host
- 6:27Main Story: DeSantis CampaignPanel discusses CNBC report on DeSantis donors privately worrying about campaign viability despite $20 million fundraising
- 15:00Sound of Freedom DiscussionCo-hosts discuss the controversial film about human trafficking and Hollywood's negative response
- 25:00Jaimee Michelle InterviewGuest Jaimee Michelle explains her organization Gays Against Groomers and mission to fight youth indoctrination
- 45:00Political AnalysisPanel continues analysis of 2024 GOP primary dynamics and donor concerns
Notable Quotes
“Before we get started, my friends, head over to cast brew dot com to buy cast brew coffee to help fight those commies. Well, actually, just support us in the work that we do.”
— Tim Pool · sponsor opening
“This weekend I will be flying out of state because I have to get hip surgery. I am a 37-year-old lifelong skateboarder, I've been skating for like 23 or so years, so I have a repetitive sports injury in the cartilage in my hip.”
— Tim Pool · personal announcement
“I am the founder, president, CEO of the nonprofit Gays Against Groomers. We fight groomers from inside the community. We are fighting the sexualization, indoctrination, and medicalization of youth that is being perpetrated under the guise of LGBTQIA+.”
— Jaimee Michelle · guest introduction
“The United States of America is one of the largest consumers on the planet of basically slaves of this sort.”
— Tim Pool · Sound of Freedom discussion
“Sound of Freedom was awesome. What's up, Brandon? I saw you at the theater. Good to see we didn't talk afterwards. Wow, what a powerful movie.”
— Ian Crossland · Sound of Freedom discussion