Armstrong & Getty On Demand

Episode: Slutty, Slutty Chimps
Date: December 10, 2025
Hosts: Jack Armstrong & Joe Getty
Podcast: Armstrong & Getty On Demand, iHeartPodcasts

Overview

In this lively episode, Jack Armstrong and Joe Getty tackle a whirlwind of topics, blending their trademark humor and candid perspectives. The main themes span from Donald Trump’s executive order on AI and the complexities of regulating emerging technologies, to a deep dive into monogamy among mammals (including where humans fall on the "faithful" spectrum), and amusing global ironies like the World Cup Pride Match drawn between two anti-LGBTQ countries. The show also features thought-provoking sidebars on technology, foreign policy (with an eye on Ukraine), and a surprising look into Isaac Newton’s secret interests.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The AI Executive Order and State vs. Federal Regulation

(05:35–12:06)

• Main Topic: Donald Trump is expected to sign an executive order to centralize AI regulation, responding to concerns about a patchwork of state laws hampering U.S. innovation and competition with China.
• Nvidia’s Influence: The head of Nvidia (the world's most valuable company) reportedly impressed upon Trump that 50 different state AI laws would cripple American innovation.
• Skepticism on Effectiveness: Both hosts doubt whether an executive order can truly override state laws, discussing the complexities of federal preemption and the low likelihood of Congress passing comprehensive AI regulation.
• Quotable:
  • Joe Getty: “You can't expect a company to get 50 approvals every time they want to do anything. Trump posted Monday that will never work.” [06:31]
  • Jack Armstrong: “It's, he's right. He's absolutely right. It's true. But the executive order won't accomplish much other than saying, hey, let's look at it this way. It's like one of his truths.” [08:12]
• Side Note: The segment highlights politicians' performative rhetoric versus real solutions, with witty skepticism about the substance of “gung ho” statements.

2. Self-Driving Cars: Stats and Observations

(10:55–12:20)

• Waymo’s Crash Stats: Jack shares recent data showing that Waymo’s autonomous vehicles have significantly fewer crashes (up to 96% lower at intersections) compared to human drivers.
• Distracted Driving: Critique of modern human drivers' distractions, “People are driving while texting.”
• Humorous Aside: Poking fun at viral videos of Waymo cars getting "stuck" at intersections.

3. The Irony of Seattle’s World Cup Pride Match

(14:10–15:14)

• Setup: FIFA’s World Cup is hosting a gay pride-themed match in Seattle based on a blind draw.
• Hilarious Outcome: The teams drawn are Egypt and Iran—two countries where homosexuality is criminalized, with Iran prescribing capital punishment.
• Witty Commentary:
  • Jack Armstrong: "They drew Egypt and Iran for their gay pride match. Wow. How perfect is that?" [14:59]
  • Joe Getty: “Fans of those countries... are from countries where you murder homosexuals.” [15:05]
• Point: The segment highlights the awkward disconnect between Western progressive gestures and global realities in an unfiltered Armstrong & Getty tone.

4. Are Humans Monogamous? The Science of “Faithful” Mammals

(15:14–20:50; revisited at 39:48)

• New Study: Scientists ranked mammals on monogamy by analyzing sibling patterns in populations.
• Where Do Humans Rank?: Humans come in as the 7th most monogamous mammal—above the lar gibbon, below the Eurasian beaver.
• Most Faithful?: The California deer mouse wins top prize.
• Sluttiest Mammals: Bottlenose dolphins, orcas, macaques, and black bears are notably non-monogamous.
• Insights on Human Uniqueness:
  • Birth control and dating practices make measuring human monogamy tricky.
  • Armstrong notes that human pair-bonding has unique cultural and biological factors.
• Notable Quotes:
  • Jack Armstrong: “Surprising that in slutty, slutty, sodomy soaked California, you'd have the most monogamous animal—the California deer mouse.” [17:29]
  • Joe Getty: “You could be a human being that had...a dozen sexual partners in their life and they were faithful to all of them.” [18:18]
  • “Less than 10% of mammals are monogamous. Typically males fight each other for access to females, copulating with as many as possible—giggity—to maximize the potential spread of their genes.” [19:50]
• Thought Experiment: Is monogamy a genetic predisposition or a social invention for stability?
  • Armstrong: “Are we genetically predisposed to monogamy, or did we decide as human beings...this is a bad long-term strategy?” [20:20]
  • Ongoing discussion promised for future episodes.

5. Ukraine-Russia Peace Deal Possibilities

(22:01–29:58)

• Ignatius’ Report: Washington Post’s David Ignatius suggests a peace plan might emerge, including EU accession for Ukraine and Article 5-like U.S. security guarantees.
• Skepticism Abounds:
  • Armstrong and Getty are unconvinced that Russia would accept or Congress would ratify such a deal.
  • The dilemma of U.S. security commitments—would America actually go to war with Russia if Ukraine is attacked again?
• Detailed Proposals:
  • DMZ along the front lines (modeled on the Korean DMZ)
  • U.S./European security pledges
  • Economic rebuilding plans
  • The enormous Zaporizh nuclear power plant possibly being managed by the U.S.
• Memorable Commentary:
  • Joe Getty: “Would Congress ratify that? Would the America First crowd be on board?...Guaranteed if Russia invades again, tries to take Kiev, we're at war with Russia. I'm not sure what I think of that.” [24:24]
  • Jack Armstrong: “It's really easy to make hollow promises.” [29:37]

6. Tangents & Noteworthy Sidebars

• Comedian Elena Hershey on Bowling (04:23–05:22)
  • Hilarious take: No other sport lets you randomly achieve perfection after a year of not practicing, unlike bowling.
  • Armstrong: “You don't once a year go to an ice skating rink...and land a triple lutz.”
• Self-Protection Online: Webroot and Scams (30:02–32:08)
  • Cautionary tales about falling for phishing emails (Audible, PayPal, Buick recalls).
  • Armstrong: “People are driving while texting.” [12:06]
• Breakthrough in Sourcing Critical Minerals in the U.S.: Gabbro Rock (32:08–33:10)
  • Silicon Valley startup Brimstone can extract minerals from common rocks, potentially reducing China dependence.
  • Armstrong: “No, no. You get critical minerals from common rocks. Oh, okay.”
• Isaac Newton, Alchemy, and Hidden History (35:11–38:07)
  • Joe Getty dives into Newton’s secret obsession with alchemy and theology, only recently revealed in auctioned papers.
  • Getty: “He wrote more about this [alchemy/theology] than he did about anything about gravity...”
  • Surprising reveal: John Maynard Keynes bought Newton’s secret papers in the 1930s.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Monogamy Study:

  • Armstrong: “The California deer mouse. In slutty, slutty, sodomy-soaked California, you'd have the most monogamous animal.” [17:29]
  • Getty: “Slutty, slutty animals. Disgusted by the whole thing.” [20:43]

• AI Skepticism:

  • Armstrong: “I'm extremely skeptical about how successful an executive order would be in preempting state laws. Some general, hey, don't mess with AI. It sounds silly.” [06:57]

• On History & Slavery Narratives:

  • Armstrong: “This obsession with self-hatred and it's just not based on fact at all. But if somebody with an authoritative sounding title tells a bunch of youngsters that that's the truth, they believe it.” [38:11]

• World Cup Irony:

  • Armstrong: “They drew Egypt and Iran for their gay pride match. Wow. How perfect is that?” [14:59]
  • Getty: “Fans of those countries... are from countries where you murder homosexuals.” [15:05]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• AI Executive Order & Regulation: 05:35–12:06
• Self-Driving Cars & Human Drivers: 10:55–12:20
• Seattle World Cup Pride Match Irony: 14:10–15:14
• Monogamy in Mammals: 15:14–20:50; also 39:48
• Ukraine/Russia Peace Talks: 22:01–29:58
• Comedic Take on Bowling: 04:23–05:22
• Critical Minerals from Gabbro: 32:08–33:10
• Isaac Newton and Alchemy: 35:11–38:07

Tone and Language

The episode is delivered in Armstrong & Getty’s classic conversational, sardonic, and curious style—mixing dry humor, playful cynicism, and genuine curiosity for nuanced topics. Both aren't afraid to call out political theater, point out life’s absurdities, or share their personal learning journeys.

For New Listeners

This episode is a great example of why Armstrong & Getty have cultivated such a loyal audience: it’s unpredictable, sharp, and balances hard news with deep-dive tangents and irreverent comedic asides. Whether you care about AI, global geopolitics, animal behavior, or the secret life of Isaac Newton, there’s something here to learn—and to laugh at.

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