Armstrong & Getty On Demand
Episode: Schlonging
Date: October 2, 2025
Hosts: Jack Armstrong, Joe Getty, Katie Green
Episode Overview
This episode covers a range of current events and cultural commentary, with signature Armstrong & Getty irreverence and wit. The main themes include the Israel-Hamas peace negotiations and global perceptions of the conflict, pop culture oddities like P. Diddy teaching a jail class, political discourse on government shutdowns and "schlonging" as a trending verb, WNBA labor issues, and the ever-expanding wealth of Elon Musk. Throughout, the hosts challenge mainstream narratives, poke fun at celebrity culture, and dissect the oddities of American politics and society.
Key Discussions & Insights
1. Israel-Hamas Peace Deal & Double Standards
[03:17–10:22]
- Status of Hamas-Israel Negotiations: The crew discusses the global anticipation for Hamas's response to a proposed peace deal, noting ongoing violence and pessimism about lasting compliance.
- Key Insight: The proposed governance for Gaza would exclude Hamas, with oversight by a board headed by Donald Trump.
- Hamas's Greatest Weapon: The hosts argue that world opinion, especially among progressives and "weak European politicians," is more powerful for Hamas than military might.
- Quote: “Hamas's greatest weapon is anti-Israeli world opinion.” — Joe Getty [05:01]
- Double Standards Narrative: They highlight what they see as a unique level of scrutiny placed on Israel compared to other nations engaging in war.
- Guest Quote (paraphrased from Scott Galloway on MSNBC): “Jews are not allowed, and Israel is not allowed, to prosecute a war... They're allowed to fight back to a truce, but unlike America or any other Western nation that has attacked this viciously, they're not allowed to win a war. It’s a double standard.” — Jack Armstrong, quoting [07:25]
- Social Media’s Role: Joe suggests that the current conflict is the first major war in the age of social media, making the usual path to peace almost impossible due to constant scrutiny.
2. The Strange Saga of "Professor" Diddy
[12:54–24:05]
- P. Diddy’s Jailhouse Seminar: Discussion shifts to Sean "Diddy" Combs teaching a six-week course, "Free Game with Diddy," in federal prison.
- Content: The syllabus offers “exclusive insights” into Combs’ business rise, with homework and encouragements like “successful people do what unsuccessful people won’t do.”
- Satirical Coursework: The hosts joke about what essay assignments might look like, given Diddy’s charges (“How to handle a mouthy bee in the hallway of a hotel” [18:09]).
- Celebrity Instructors: They note it’s common for famous inmates (e.g., Elizabeth Holmes, Sam Bankman-Fried) to teach, and riff on the moral ambiguities of learning business from infamous figures.
- Cynicism Over Legal Motives: They speculate Diddy’s teaching is aimed at reducing his sentence.
3. Political Insults & the Origin of "Schlonging"
[28:45–36:40]
- Use of ‘Schlonging’ as Political Slang: Jack brings up a Republican’s tweet describing how “the White House is schlonging Democrats” on livestream viewer counts during dueling party livestreams.
- Word Origins: “It’s derived from the Yiddish slang word ‘schlong’... implies a humiliating defeat.” — Joe Getty [32:05]
- Humor and Language: The lighthearted debate over the appropriateness and popularity of the term, and its usage in political discourse.
4. Immigration, Healthcare, and Political Theater
[33:02–36:40]
- Democratic & Republican Messaging: The hosts analyze political posturing around government shutdowns and accusations (and denials) that Democrats’ immigration proposals would fund healthcare for undocumented immigrants.
- Legislative Complexity: They point out how bills can be interpreted in many ways and the media’s selective explanations.
- Historical Recall: Jack reminds listeners of the 2020 Democratic primary moment when all candidates signaled support for healthcare for undocumented immigrants.
5. WNBA Labor Dispute: Reality Check
[37:02–41:39]
- CBA Expiry & Potential Strike: Discussion about the WNBA’s possible work stoppage as players demand higher pay, despite low ratings and ongoing subsidies from the NBA.
- Reality vs. Rhetoric: The hosts argue the WNBA’s financial existence depends on NBA support, and that the league’s struggles are being glossed over.
- Caitlin Clark Controversy: Commentary on how new stars like Clark could shift league dynamics, and predictions that she might leave if conditions remain the same.
- Quote: “Affirmative action for a sports league.” — Joe Getty [40:27]
6. Elon Musk: The Half-Trillionaire
[46:07–49:33]
- Tesla Stock Surge: Armstrong notes that Musk returned to being the world’s richest person after a spike in Tesla stock, due to a rush to buy EVs before tax incentives expired.
- How Rich Is Too Rich?: Philosophical musing on what to do with unimaginable wealth; Musk’s approach is praised for focusing on space and climate change, rather than material luxuries.
- Quote: “He’s not like Jeff Bezos... What he cares about the most is saving the planet... And impregnating hotties.” — Jack Armstrong [48:43]
- Host Aspirations: Classic banter about lottery fantasies, houses at golf meccas, and private jets.
7. Lighthearted Bits and Listener Life
[50:10–51:14] Final Thoughts
- Banter on braces cost (“Why are braces so freaking expensive?” — Jack Armstrong [50:58])
- Parenting wisdom, life tips, and comedic commentary wrap up the episode.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- On Media and War: “How are you going to end a war in the social media age the way other wars ended?” — Jack Armstrong [09:16]
- On Double Standards: “There’s just a different standard for Jews in Israel when it comes to prosecuting a war.” — Scott Galloway via Jack Armstrong [07:25]
- On Diddy’s New Gig: “He drugs and rapes and traffics underage women for sex, but look at him give back to the community.” — Jack Armstrong [17:15]
- On the WNBA Pay Debate: “The NBA heavily subsidizes the WNBA to build goodwill and because they had a string of players who abused women or raped women or whatever, and they thought, ‘Oh my god, we gotta do something positive for women.’” — Joe Getty [38:36]
- On Musk’s Values: “He’s not like Jeff Bezos thinking, ‘Well I need to get the world’s biggest yacht’... [Musk] doesn’t seem to care about that stuff. All he cares about the most is saving the planet... and impregnating hotties and having 15 kids from 13 different women.” — Jack Armstrong [48:43]
- On Livestream ‘Schlonging’: “There’s a Republican congressperson that put out that the White House is schlonging the Democrats on the viewer count right now. Please, Claire, what else would you call it?” — Jack Armstrong [32:29]
Timestamps for Key Segments
| Time | Segment/Topic | |-------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | 03:17–10:22 | Israel-Hamas negotiations & world opinion | | 12:54–24:05 | Diddy’s jail class & teaching in prison | | 28:45–36:40 | "Schlonging" in political discourse; healthcare fight| | 37:02–41:39 | WNBA pay & potential strike; women's sports reality | | 46:07–49:33 | Elon Musk half-trillionaire discussion | | 50:10–51:14 | Final thoughts, braces cost, parenting jokes |
Tone & Style
- Conversational: Armstrong & Getty banter throughout, often using sarcasm and dark humor.
- Cynical & Skeptical: Particularly towards politics, celebrity culture, and media messaging.
- Accessible & Irreverent: Discussion is direct, full of dad-jokes, and never takes itself too seriously.
Summary for New Listeners
If you missed this episode, expect a sharp, unfiltered look at news and culture: challenging media double standards in global conflict, skewering celebrity reinvention in jail, decoding political spectacle with humor, and diving into the business of sports and space billionaires. Armstrong & Getty provide both insight and entertainment—with plenty of laughter along the way.