Armstrong & Getty On Demand: The A&G Replay Friday Hour Three Release Date: July 4, 2025
Host: Jack Armstrong & Joe Getty
Platform: iHeartPodcasts

1. Embracing Automation: The Tesla Experience

Timestamp: 01:17 – 10:25

Jack Armstrong initiates the episode by sharing his recent experiences with Tesla’s highly automated service model. He expresses both admiration and frustration with the absence of human interaction in Tesla’s customer service ecosystem.

Jack Armstrong reflects on the efficiency of Tesla’s app-based services:

“So, many service appointments, all kinds of stuff that's just amazingly efficient... but like, if you have a question outside of that, you can't talk to a human being.”
(01:17)

He recounts a specific incident where he was unable to access his Tesla’s Cybertruck due to a key malfunction, highlighting the limitations of a purely digital support system:

“It makes me nuts. Silicon Valley's got this view that we just flat don't need humans... maybe we will be someday with AI, but we're just not.”
(05:55)

Joe Getty adds to the critique, labeling the Silicon Valley approach as "hubris":

“It's self-regard, their belief that they can code their way to solve any problem confronting humanity... it's hubris.”
(06:46)

The discussion underscores a growing concern among consumers about the over-reliance on automated systems and the diminishing availability of human support.

2. The WNBA's Evolution: Protecting Star Players

Timestamp: 11:03 – 19:12

Shifting gears, Armstrong and Getty delve into the transformation of the Women’s NBA, drawing parallels to the more aggressive play styles of the early 1990s men’s NBA. They spotlight Sophie Cunningham, a WNBA player who has taken on an enforcer role to protect her teammate, Caitlin Clark.

Jack Armstrong comments on Cunningham’s aggressive tactics:

“She's the girl that's taken on that duty... underneath her commentary, or videos... she puts them in a full headlock and takes them to the floor.”
(13:59)

A pre-recorded segment features Sophie Cunningham herself, articulating her commitment to safeguarding Caitlin Clark:

“I'm a black belt in karate... If you want to come at me, go ahead, but you better check with your bones first.”
(15:05)

Joe Getty humorously critiques the combination of Cunningham’s toughness and her appearance:

“I don't know why everything has to have background music these days, but that was a fine screed. It was an oddly like, well composed. It was an essay.”
(15:08)

The hosts discuss the potential implications for the WNBA, pondering whether increased emphasis on physical confrontations might drive viewership, akin to how certain eras of the men’s NBA capitalized on aggressive play to boost ratings.

3. Decoding the 14th Amendment and Beyond

Timestamp: 19:48 – 29:23

In a more educational segment, Armstrong and Getty explore the complexities of the U.S. Constitution’s Amendments, with a particular focus on the 14th Amendment and the contentious topic of birthright citizenship.

Joe Getty breaks down the structure of the 14th Amendment:

“The 14th Amendment is actually five paragraphs long... the birthright thing. Second part is representatives shall be apportioned... third’s about senators and Congress...”
(19:48 – 20:21)

They humorously critique the interconnectedness and length of certain Amendments:

“The shortest Amendment is the 8th Amendment... excessive bail shall not be required... nor cruel and unusual punishments.”
(20:21 – 20:55)

Jack Armstrong adds historical context, touching on James Madison’s opposition to the Bill of Rights:

“James Madison was really against a Bill of Rights... but then when the vote went against him, he decided... arguing what they ought to be.”
(22:03 – 22:18)

The hosts engage in a lighthearted yet informative discussion about various Amendments, their origins, and their modern interpretations, emphasizing the importance of understanding constitutional rights and their applications.

4. The Limits of Empathy: Reactions to Tragedy and Public Displays of Affection

Timestamp: 31:14 – 40:13

In the final segment, Armstrong and Getty tackle the nuanced topic of empathy, debating whether individuals have a finite capacity for empathetic response.

Jack Armstrong poses a philosophical question following a tragic story:

“Do human beings have a limited amount of empathy? Individual human beings?... I feel nothing for that person.”
(31:27)

Joe Getty shares his perspective on selective empathy:

“I'm not dead inside. I'm just mostly numb. It's like two hours after a dental appointment.”
(39:18)

The conversation evolves as they discuss reactions to different scenarios, such as daredevil accidents versus public figures showing affection. They reference a tweet about Travis Kelsey and Taylor Swift sharing a kiss:

“Tim said, I must feel dead inside then, because I feel nothing about this... I thought it was cute.”
(35:01 – 36:07)

Jack Armstrong challenges the notion of limited empathy, questioning the moral implications:

“I have no feeling whatsoever for that person... Sometimes it doesn't work. Didn't work this time.”
(33:29 – 33:36)

The duo explores the psychological and social factors that influence empathetic responses, highlighting the complexity of human emotions and the varying degrees to which individuals connect with different events.

Notable Quotes

• Jack Armstrong on Tesla’s lack of human support:
  “If you have a question outside of that, you can't talk to a human being.”
  (01:17)

• Joe Getty on Silicon Valley’s approach:
  “It's self-regard, their belief that they can code their way to solve any problem confronting humanity... it's hubris.”
  (06:46)

• Sophie Cunningham on protecting Caitlin Clark:
  “If you want to come at me, go ahead, but you better check with your bones first.”
  (15:05)

• Joe Getty on empathy:
  “I'm not dead inside. I'm just mostly numb. It's like two hours after a dental appointment.”
  (39:18)

Conclusion

In this Independence Day edition of "The A&G Replay Friday Hour Three," Jack Armstrong and Joe Getty offer a blend of personal anecdotes, cultural critiques, and thoughtful discussions. From the frustrations of navigating Silicon Valley’s automated services to the evolving dynamics within the WNBA, and from dissecting constitutional Amendments to pondering the depths of human empathy, the episode provides listeners with engaging and diverse content. Throughout, Armstrong and Getty maintain their signature blend of humor and insight, making complex topics accessible and entertaining for their audience.

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