Timcast IRL · March 30, 2024 · 2h 0m
Timcast IRL #993 Democrat Governor BOOTED FROM Fallen Officers Wake As Dem BACKLASH Grows w/Blaire White
Episode Recap
Timcast IRL episode #993 covered several major news stories starting with New York Governor Kathy Hochul being heckled and asked to leave the wake of fallen NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller. Host Tim Pool discussed how Hochul was greeted with shouts of 'get out' and departed within ten minutes as mourners expressed frustration with rising crime in New York City. The episode explored the circumstances of Officer Diller's death—he was shot while performing a traffic stop on an illegally parked vehicle by suspect Guy Rivera, who had been arrested 21 times prior. Pool argued that politicians who enabled soft-on-crime policies were facing justified backlash from citizens. The show also covered Lizzo announcing her retirement shortly after attending a Joe Biden fundraiser, with Pool suggesting that aligning with Democrats politically damages careers. Other topics included reports of women being assaulted in NYC. Co-host Phil LaVonti and guest Blair White participated in discussions throughout the episode.
TL;DR
- →Governor Kathy Hochul was heckled and asked to leave the wake of fallen NYPD Officer Jonathan Diller, departing within 10 minutes as mourners expressed anger over crime policies.
- →Officer Jonathan Diller, 31, was shot and killed while performing a traffic stop by Guy Rivera, who had been arrested 21 times before the incident.
- →Tim Pool argued politicians face consequences for soft-on-crime policies, stating 'you reap what you sow' regarding the backlash.
- →Lizzo announced retirement shortly after attending a Joe Biden fundraiser, with Pool suggesting Democratic alignment damages careers.
- →Reports emerged of women being punched in the face in NYC, with some celebrities also coming forward about similar attacks.
- →Blair White and Phil LaVonti appeared as guests discussing the cultural and political implications of these events.
Key Moments
- 0:00Opening and Ad ReadsEpisode opens with BetMGM Casino ad read followed by opening discussion of the news cycle and Casper coffee products.
- 5:00Kathy Hochul Wake StoryMain story about Hochul being kicked out of Officer Diller's wake with details about the incident and public backlash.
- 20:00Officer Diller Shooting DetailsDeep dive into the circumstances of the officer's death and the suspect's extensive criminal history.
- 35:00Lizzo Retirement StoryDiscussion of Lizzo's retirement announcement following Biden fundraiser controversy.
- 45:00Guest Discussion with Blair WhiteBlair White joins to discuss the political implications and cultural backlash.
Notable Quotes
“You reap what you sow and elections have consequences. Maybe they will change their voting patterns. I don't think they will. So I'm not going to give anyone any sympathy for the way they choose to live. You vote for it. You get it.”
— Tim Pool · opening discussion on Hochul backlash
“Kathy Hochul tried to go to the fallen officer's wake and was kicked out. We have numerous stories talking about how she was heckled and asked to leave because people are quite upset with what's going on in New York City.”
— Tim Pool · main story introduction
“I'm super excited. I'm being sarcastic too, by the way.”
— Blair White · introduction segment
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— Phil LaVonti · intro segment
“I just feel like lining up with Democrats is a surefire way to cause damage to your career because nobody likes Joe Biden.”
— Tim Pool · Lizzo discussion