Episode Summary: Armstrong & Getty On Demand Episode Title: Is Aiding & Abetting A Mummy A Crime? Release Date: August 8, 2025 Host/Authors: Jack Armstrong, Joe Getty, Greg Gutfeld, Mark Halperin Description: The official, On-Demand podcast of The Armstrong & Getty Show! Accept no substitutes!

Introduction

In this episode of Armstrong & Getty On Demand, hosts Jack Armstrong, Joe Getty, Greg Gutfeld, and Mark Halperin delve into a range of pressing political and social issues. From the intricacies of gerrymandering to historical analyses of the Scopes Monkey Trial, the discussion offers a blend of humor, insightful commentary, and critical analysis. This summary encapsulates the key points, notable quotes, and the overall flow of the conversation, providing a comprehensive overview for those who haven't listened to the episode.

1. Political Developments and Policy Discussions

a. Trump's Crypto 401k Proposal

The hosts begin by addressing President Trump's recent initiative to allow cryptocurrency investments within 401k retirement plans. This proposal has ignited debates about the volatility and safety of crypto assets in retirement portfolios.

Greg Gutfeld [05:12]: "Is aiding and abetting a mummy a crime? I mean, what do you... What are you protecting yourself against exactly?"

Mark Halperin adds skepticism about the practicality and implications of integrating crypto into traditional retirement funds.

Mark Halperin [05:13]: "Why would you take the fifth on that?"

b. Anita Dunn's Testimony on Biden's Cognitive Decline

Mark Halperin discusses Anita Dunn, a top aide to President Biden, who testified about Biden's cognitive health, suggesting signs of decline previously unreported.

Mark Halperin [04:34]: "And one of Biden's top aides, who I've hated forever, Anita Dunn, testified yesterday about Biden's cognitive decline in ways that we've not heard before."

Greg questions the reliability and intentions behind such testimonies.

Greg Gutfeld [05:05]: "Interesting. Which of those folks take the Fifth and which don't?"

c. Putin, Trump, Zelensky Summit Commentary

The conversation shifts to the potential summit involving Vladimir Putin, Donald Trump, and Volodymyr Zelensky. The hosts reference a humorous take from the London Telegraph.

Mark Halperin [05:22]: "I believe the nothing chefs are getting their nothing spatulas out and getting the grill hot so they can serve their nothing burger."

Greg finds the commentary delightful, highlighting the absurdity of political summits.

Greg Gutfeld [05:49]: "Delightful."

d. Trump's Potential Pardon of Maxwell

A significant portion of the discussion centers on President Trump's contemplation of pardoning Ghislaine Maxwell, raising concerns about the implications for justice and accountability.

Mark Halperin [46:38]: "Greg Gutfeld: Is a great sign that the Trump administration like the last one might be too online."

Greg criticizes the move as questionable and potentially harmful.

Greg Gutfeld [47:33]: "But well, unless she’s pardoned and because she has given up some enormous trove of very important information, all it will be is turning loose a child exploiter. That would be a horrible tactical move."

2. Gerrymandering and Redistricting Wars

a. Texas's Mid-Census Redistricting

The hosts examine Texas's controversial decision to redraw district lines midway through the census cycle, aiming to favor Republican seats. They discuss the Democrats' strategic retreat to heavily gerrymandered states like Illinois in protest.

Mark Halperin [07:33]: "This makes me a bad person, as if you needed any further proof of that."

Greg highlights the escalating nature of redistricting battles between the two major parties.

Greg Gutfeld [08:43]: "Yeah, I would say. And it's troubling and it won't end well, but I don't know what to do about it."

b. Historical Context of Gerrymandering

A detailed analysis is provided on how both Democrats and Republicans have historically manipulated district lines to secure political advantages, often at the expense of fair representation.

Greg Gutfeld [10:10]: "Likewise, Democrats have escalated. Whoops. So 55 to 25 as the race to the bottom continues."

Mark Halperin emphasizes the bipartisan nature of gerrymandering and its detrimental effects on democratic norms.

Mark Halperin [12:21]: "It's so easy to do. I mean, surely y'all understand this."

c. Kim Strassel's Analysis

Greg references Kim Strassel of The Wall Street Journal who critiques the Democrats' aggressive redistricting efforts and questions their strategic benefits.

Greg Gutfeld [10:20]: "The left's mistake was to take the dare and escalate."

Greg Gutfeld [12:03]: "Mark Halperin: It's awful. It shouldn't happen anywhere. It shouldn't happen in Texas in the reverse."

3. Historical Insights: The Scopes Monkey Trial

a. Re-examining the Scopes Monkey Trial

The discussion takes a deep dive into the infamous 1925 Scopes Monkey Trial, challenging the commonly held narrative that it was solely a clash between science and religion. Greg presents a nuanced perspective, highlighting the underlying eugenics agenda prevalent at the time.

Greg Gutfeld [29:22]: "Yeah, well, don't we all. So that was one of the key words that was discussed as the fake Progressive outrage was mostly laughed at by America."

Mark expresses frustration over historical misrepresentations.

Mark Halperin [37:03]: "Why do we even read history? Narratives catch on. They obliterate the reality sometimes and last forever."

b. Eugenics in Education

Greg unveils the unsettling fact that the textbook involved in the trial, A Civic Biology by William Hunter, advocated for eugenics, intertwining Darwinian evolution with socially regressive policies.

Greg Gutfeld [31:15]: "It presented a defense of eugenics wrapped in pseudoscience and Darwinian Biology."

Greg Gutfeld [33:19]: "But by the 1920s when the scopes monkey trial took place, all those people were targeted by academics, Politicians, activists, and scientists."

c. Parallels to Modern Social Movements

Drawing parallels between the eugenics movement and contemporary initiatives like Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), Greg warns against the potential for similar abuses under the guise of progressive agendas.

Greg Gutfeld [39:15]: "It's about throwing the E word today. Epstein."

Greg Gutfeld [40:07]: "Even though it dupes people into thinking they're making a moral argument."

4. Other Current Events

a. NFL Preseason Games

The hosts briefly touch upon the recent NFL preseason games, humorously lamenting low attendance and perceived lack of competitiveness.

Mark Halperin [40:31]: "So you attend a preseason game, God bless you, and it ends in a tie. That is a nothing burger with nothing cheese, isn't it?"

Greg jokes about parents deceiving their children about the nature of preseason games.

Greg Gutfeld [41:10]: "Lie is a strong word. Then during the regular, during the regular season you got to tell them all these players are hurt."

b. TikTok Ban and Trump Administration's Stance

Discussion revolves around the potential banning of TikTok in the United States, the legal backing for such actions, and the administration's hesitancy to enforce them.

Mark Halperin [47:00]: "How would you force action if the President doesn't want to execute it?"

Greg Gutfeld [48:54]: "Maybe it's just my mood, but I think that would be cynical. Good time maybe. The grandstanding, the stupidity, the lying."

c. Military Actions Against Latin American Drug Cartels

The hosts react to news about President Trump’s directive to the Pentagon to engage militarily with certain Latin American drug cartels, questioning the strategy and geographical implications.

Mark Halperin [49:14]: "President Trump has secretly signed a directive to the Pentagon to begin using military force against certain Latin American drug cartels that his administration has deemed terrorist organizations."

Greg sarcastically ponders the logistics of such military engagements.

Greg Gutfeld [50:17]: "I'm thinking about it. Well, no, no, probably not. I'm just. Which was what I was driving at with my 'in what geography' question."

5. Historical Anecdotes and Humor

a. The Grand Experiment

Using humor, Greg and Mark reflect on the unpredictable nature of current political experiments, likening them to historical events with uncertain outcomes.

Greg Gutfeld [45:52]: "The grand experiment has begun."

Mark Halperin [46:26]: "It gives it a little, jazzes it up a little bit."

b. Memorable Quotes

Throughout the episode, the hosts share memorable and humorous quotes that encapsulate their viewpoints.

Mark Halperin [36:02]: "33 states decided, yep, eugenics is the way to go. We need to reproduce, you know, the successful people and sterilize the people that aren't."

Greg Gutfeld [39:15]: "But no, no, no. That's wild."

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Greg Gutfeld [05:12]: "Is aiding and abetting a mummy a crime? I mean, what do you... What are you protecting yourself against exactly?"

• Mark Halperin [05:13]: "Why would you take the fifth on that?"

• Mark Halperin [07:33]: "This makes me a bad person, as if you needed any further proof of that."

• Greg Gutfeld [10:10]: "Likewise, Democrats have escalated. Whoops. So 55 to 25 as the race to the bottom continues."

• Greg Gutfeld [31:35]: "But because he said at the end, if it does not fit, you must acquit. They had a glove and the monkey couldn't put it on."

• Greg Gutfeld [40:07]: "Even though it dupes people into thinking they're making a moral argument."

• Mark Halperin [49:14]: "President Trump has secretly signed a directive to the Pentagon to begin using military force against certain Latin American drug cartels that his administration has deemed terrorist organizations."

Conclusion

In this episode of Armstrong & Getty On Demand, the hosts engage in a multifaceted discussion covering contemporary political maneuvers, historical events reinterpreted through a modern lens, and humorous takes on current societal trends. By intertwining critical analysis with wit, Armstrong, Getty, Gutfeld, and Halperin provide listeners with both information and entertainment, encouraging deeper reflection on the topics discussed.

Whether dissecting the complexities of gerrymandering, reevaluating the legacy of the Scopes Monkey Trial, or critiquing current political strategies, the episode delivers a comprehensive overview of issues that are shaping the socio-political landscape. Notably, the inclusion of historical context and the parallels drawn to present-day movements offer listeners valuable insights into the cyclical nature of societal challenges.

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