Podcast Summary: Armstrong & Getty On Demand
Episode Title: I'm Not Comfortable With The Idea Of Beating A Gorilla
Release Date: April 29, 2025
Host/Authors: Jack Armstrong & Joe Getty
Description: The official, On-Demand podcast of The Armstrong & Getty Show! Accept no substitutes!
Introduction
In the episode titled "I'm Not Comfortable With The Idea Of Beating A Gorilla," hosts Jack Armstrong and Joe Getty delve into a variety of pressing topics, blending political commentary with their signature humor. The conversation spans from critiques of media focus on the presidency to an unconventional debate on whether 100 unarmed men can defeat a gorilla.
Trump's First 100 Days
The episode opens with Armstrong and Getty assessing President Trump's first 100 days in office. Jackie Armstrong assigns Trump a "B minus" grade, highlighting their critical stance:
Jack Armstrong [00:56]: "I just give him a B minus."
Joe Getty [01:00]: "I just don't care."
This exchange sets the tone for their ongoing skepticism about the administration's performance.
Media's Obsession with the President
Armstrong expresses frustration over the media's relentless focus on the president, questioning the societal fixation:
Jack Armstrong [01:11]: "Why does everybody spend so much time talking about the president? Don't you have anything else to do with your life?"
Getty acknowledges that discussing the president has become a national pastime, albeit one they find distasteful:
Joe Getty [01:32]: "Is that a pastime. It's our national sport."
Main Topic: Can 100 Unarmed Men Defeat a Gorilla?
The hosts introduce the episode's main discussion point, blending humor with speculative analysis:
Joe Getty [03:18]: "Can 100 unarmed men defeat a single gorilla in a fight? Stay with us."
Armstrong and Getty explore the hypothetical scenario, injecting their comedic perspectives on strategy and the sheer improbability of such an event.
Upcoming Events and Media Coverage
Armstrong mentions President Trump's upcoming rally and a televised town hall featuring Trump alongside figures like Andrew Cuomo and Stephen A. Smith:
Jack Armstrong [04:17]: "Trump has got a rally tonight, first rally since he's been president."
Headlines Breakdown
Katie Green's Headlines Segment [12:44]: Katie Green delivers a series of headlines, each sparking Armstrong and Getty's commentary:
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China's Stance Against US Bullying
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Headlines:
"China says it won't kneel to the United States and urges countries to resist bullying."
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Comments:
Joe Getty [12:53]: "Now here was the greatest bully on earth, you dirty commies."
Jack Armstrong [12:58]: "It's helping with their nationalism and solidify she as their leader."
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Russia Declares Ceasefire in Ukraine
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Headline:
"Russia declares a 72-hour ceasefire in Ukraine for next week to mark Victory Day in World War II."
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Comments:
Joe Getty [13:39]: "Lying bastards."
Jack Armstrong [13:41]: "Completely phony."
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Deportation and Children
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Headline:
"Attorneys dispute Trump officials' claim that deported moms willingly took their United States citizen children."
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Comments:
Jack Armstrong [13:55]: "Marco Rubio says... 'it's her kid.'"
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India's Military Posture Against Pakistan
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Headline:
"India seems to be building its case for striking Pakistan."
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Comments:
Joe Getty [15:04]: "Complications abound."
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Housing Market Surge
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Headline:
"According to Zillow, starter homes top $1 million in 233 US cities."
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Comments:
Jack Armstrong [15:20]: "Bought that place in 1979 for 63.5."
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Mount Fuji Climber Rescued
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Headline:
"Mount Fuji climber rescued twice in one week after going back to retrieve cell phone."
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Comments:
Jack Armstrong [16:19]: "I think that should happen with way more people."
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Babylon Bee's Vatican Smoke Alert
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Headline:
"False alarm. Smoke coming from the Vatican is just Cardinal Steve accidentally burning his toast again."
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Comments:
Jack Armstrong [16:23]: "Like when the ambulance took me to the ER with my gallbladder."
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Tariffs and Economic Impact
A significant portion of the episode examines the complexities and repercussions of President Trump's automotive tariffs:
Jack Armstrong [21:09]: "Trump announced he's going to redo the whole car tariff thing in a very complex way."
Joe Getty [23:28]: "If you are a giant automaker and you have millions... you can get breaks on the tariffs."
They discuss how tariffs are affecting both large corporations like GM and small businesses, highlighting the uneven impact and potential for economic strain:
Joe Getty [24:06]: "Tariffs are going to murder small businesses and the super giants will wade into the swamp."
Amazon's Potential Tariff Disclosure
Armstrong and Getty speculate on Amazon's move to display tariff costs at checkout, debating its feasibility and user impact:
Jack Armstrong [26:19]: "Amazon is going to display the tariff costs in there when you check out."
Joe Getty [27:06]: "Putting aside the fact that that would be nearly impossible to determine."
Merck's Investment in US Manufacturing
The hosts highlight Merck's $1 billion investment in a US manufacturing plant, aligning it with Trump's domestic production goals:
Jack Armstrong [30:13]: "If they shut off all of the SSRIs... We'd have a nation full of people losing their minds."
Joe Getty [30:30]: "That would be bad. As if we don't already have a nation full of people losing their minds."
Mailbag Segment
Listeners contribute their thoughts, with John expressing frustration over societal negativity and polling obsession:
John's Note [32:58]: "Let it play. Nothing happens overnight. I'm so disappointed in humanity."
Armstrong and Getty respond by reiterating their critique of societal obsessions:
Jack Armstrong [32:58]: "Is this what you want to do with your life? Focus on whoever's president."
Light-Hearted Discussions
The episode also touches on lighter topics, such as the resurgence of tramp stamps among Gen Z women and humorous anecdotes about tattoos:
Joe Getty [33:17]: "Lower back tattoo for young women in particular. Gen Z's reclaiming it."
Closing Thoughts
Armstrong and Getty wrap up the episode by reflecting on national focus and personal priorities, emphasizing the importance of not letting political discourse dominate one's life:
Joe Getty [33:13]: "Have your hatred for them or love for them the animating factor in your life."
Jack Armstrong [33:22]: "I made my whole life about who's president and that's what I did all day long."
Notable Quotes:
- Jack Armstrong [01:11]: "Why does everybody spend so much time talking about the president? Don't you have anything else to do with your life?"
- Joe Getty [03:18]: "Can 100 unarmed men defeat a single gorilla in a fight? Stay with us."
- Joe Getty [24:06]: "Tariffs are going to murder small businesses and the super giants will wade into the swamp."
- Jack Armstrong [30:13]: "If they shut off all of the SSRIs... We'd have a nation full of people losing their minds."
- Joe Getty [33:13]: "Have your hatred for them or love for them the animating factor in your life."
Conclusion
In this episode, Armstrong and Getty provide a blend of political critique, economic analysis, and humor. They challenge listeners to reconsider societal priorities, especially the preoccupation with presidential politics, while also addressing current events and policy impacts with their characteristic wit and skepticism.