Armstrong & Getty On Demand

Episode: "I Love My Blacks!"
Date: February 19, 2026
Podcast Host: iHeartPodcasts

Episode Overview

This episode of Armstrong & Getty On Demand dives into two main topics: Donald Trump’s approach to Black History Month and the cultural impact of YouTube, coinciding with the platform’s anniversary. The hosts reflect on Trump’s memorable and controversial phrasing, spotlighting his relationship with Black supporters, then shift to nostalgia and musings about YouTube’s explosive growth and influence.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Trump, Black History Month, and Memorable Phrasing

• Opening Quip: Michael kicks off with Trump’s infamous line, “I love my blacks,” [01:04] referencing the former President’s style.
• Reflection on Black History Month:
  • The co-hosts acknowledge the month but express a belief that Black Americans should be celebrated year-round, suggesting the designated month is "a sop to the activist crowd."
    • Michael: "Black folks have been part of American history all the time and ought to be highlighted when it's appropriate. 12 months a year." [02:10]
• Trump’s Event for Black Supporters:
  • The hosts play and discuss clips of Trump at an event, focusing on his interactions with Black supporters, including a colorful anecdote about Nicki Minaj.
  • Notably, the featured supporter, For Leisure Cook, passionately defends Trump:
    • "Don't let anyone tell you that this president right here, Donald Trump, is not for black America..." [03:36]
• Host Analysis:
  • Michael and the co-hosts are amused but also point out the staged aspect of these rallies:
    • Co-Host: “Of course you bring fans up.” [04:42]
    • Michael (about For Leisure Cook): “Could I hire her to be my defender? Back up off it.” [04:35]

2. The YouTube Anniversary & Impact

• Reflecting on YouTube’s Origins:
  • The anniversary of YouTube’s launch is discussed, with the hosts reminiscing about missed opportunities to "get in early."
    • Co-Host: "Wish I had a time machine, I'd go back and invest in YouTube or something.” [01:22]
  • What kind of channels might they have started if they got in early? Guitar lessons and golf equipment reviews are mentioned.
• Playing the First YouTube Video:
  • The original video’s content and audio quality are playfully mocked:
    • Co-Host: “One of the elephants. Cool thing about these guys is that they have really, really, really long trunks.” [06:00]
    • Michael: "An idiotic take in awful audio. And it launched an empire." [06:16]
• What Pushed YouTube Mainstream:
  • Discussion segues into the infamous Janet Jackson Super Bowl “nip slip,” which made YouTube a go-to video platform.
    • Co-Host: “That really put them on the map. Everybody was going to YouTube...the nip slip really launched YouTube for a lot of people.” [06:37]
    • Michael (jokingly): "Her areola ought to be worth billions now." [07:05]
• Staggering Growth:
  • YouTube now sees 20 million videos uploaded daily. [07:09] The hosts marvel at the scale, finding it “incomprehensible." [07:50]
• YouTube in Modern Life:
  • Personal anecdotes underscore streaming trends and how YouTube algorithms outclass old cable TV in surfacing beloved content.
    • Co-Host: “That never happens with Instagram or YouTube… YouTube has got me all kinds of things. It's something for better or worse.” [09:56]
    • Michael: “If I'm tired and I just want to space out and enjoy something… 50% of the time, maybe even more, just end up on YouTube.” [09:34]
• Problems with Shared Accounts:
  • The co-hosts discuss algorithm interference when sharing accounts with family—unwanted dinosaur recommendations for adults, for example.
• YouTube & Politics:
  • Brief look back to politicians’ early, awkward days on YouTube.
    • Co-Host: “Hello, YouTube. I’m Mike Huckabee.” [11:08]
  • Hosts avoid watching political content on YouTube for leisure, noting some people do nothing but consume endless political videos.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Michael (Trump reference): “I love my blacks. It’s one more thing.” [01:04]
• Co-Host (on YouTube’s early days): “Wish I had a time machine, I’d go back and invest in YouTube…or start a YouTube channel.” [01:22]
• For Leisure Cook (Trump supporter):
  “Don’t let anyone tell you that this president right here, Donald Trump, is not for black America…” [03:36]
• Michael (on supporter’s fire): “Wow, she was fiery. Could I hire her to be my defender? Back up off it.” [04:33]
• Co-Host (on YouTube content): “There were other places to watch videos. I wonder what was unique about YouTube.” [05:37]
• Michael (on first YouTube video): “An idiotic take in awful audio. And it launched an empire.” [06:16]
• Co-Host (on Super Bowl incident): “The nip slip really launched YouTube for a lot of people.” [06:37]
• Michael: “Her areola ought to be worth billions now.” [07:05]
• Co-Host (on content discovery): “That never happens with Instagram or YouTube…YouTube has got me all kinds of things. It’s something for better or worse.” [09:56]
• Co-Host (about political content): “I don’t have anything in my algorithm that’s politics at all.” [11:32]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 01:04 – “I love my blacks.”: Opening Trump quote & discussion of phrasing.
• 02:10 – Thoughts on Black History Month and celebrating black Americans.
• 02:43-04:33 – Trump event: Black supporters speak, especially For Leisure Cook’s fiery defense.
• 05:12 – YouTube’s anniversary and musings on missed opportunities.
• 06:00 – Playing and critiquing the first YouTube video.
• 06:37 – Super Bowl “nip slip” and YouTube’s mainstream breakout.
• 07:09 – Staggering 20 million daily uploads stat.
• 09:00 – Sharing YouTube accounts and the importance of personalized algorithms.
• 09:56 – How YouTube’s endless, tailored content beats traditional TV flipping.
• 11:08 – Early political use of YouTube by figures like Mike Huckabee.
• 12:21 – Closing remarks on video uploads and the prevalence of prank content.

Tone & Takeaways

The episode is playful, irreverent, and reflective, mixing sharp media commentary with personal anecdotes. The hosts poke fun at both Trump’s style and the early days of digital platforms, while celebrating (and occasionally bemoaning) the way new media has reshaped American viewing habits. There’s a blend of nostalgia, skepticism, and genuine wonder at how quickly technology and culture evolve—with a recognition that the first mover advantage can truly make all the difference.