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Episode: Wrestling Goes Woke Against Trump and ICE, His Admin is in Total Free Fall
Date: February 6, 2026
Hosts: Jennifer Welch & Angie “Pumps” Sullivan

Overview

In this lively and sharply political episode, Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan take listeners through recent political developments with their signature blend of biting humor and progressive critique. The main focus is on the political symbolism bubbling up in unlikely places (like professional wrestling), the deep frustrations with Democratic leadership, the dangers of pseudoscience and disinformation, and the hypocrisy of certain wealthy public figures like Elon Musk. Memorable rants, pointed criticisms, and the hosts’ raw candor make for an engaging and thought-provoking listen.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Wrestling Fans Turn on Trump and ICE (00:05–01:00)

• Pro wrestling, typically a MAGA stronghold, shifts:
  The hosts discuss a viral video from a wrestling match where the crowd is chanting against ICE, signaling a surprising cultural turn.
• Quote:
  "In a weird, bizarre twist, MAGA has lost the pro wrestling crowd." — Jennifer Welch [00:05]

2. Frustration with Democratic Leadership and Corporate Interests (01:00–03:57)

• Abolishing ICE as a mainstream stance:
  The hosts argue that abolishing ICE is a moderate position, widely backed by polling, but receives little institutional support due to corporate influence over the Democratic Party.
• Corporate Dems vs. Progressives:
  Discussion about the Democratic Party's split between corporate-aligned centrists and progressives fighting for real change. The failures of corporate Dems are contrasted with progressive wins in local races.
• Historical call-out:
  Bernie Sanders' 2016 campaign is referenced as a cautionary tale of how establishment Democrats undermine progressives.
• Quote:
  "Abolishing ICE is a moderate position in this country... This movement has zero institutional support because the powers that be... corporate interests, it's really alarming." — Jennifer Welch [01:00]

3. "Democrats Will Win in Spite of Themselves" (02:34–03:57)

• Dem approval ratings vs. electoral reality:
  Discussion of polling that shows Democrats are unpopular, but Trump’s unpopularity means Democrats could still sweep midterms.
• Leadership failure:
  "They are every bit as impotent as Trump's cabinet in my mind because they are not doing anything in terms of helping... the American people, stopping violence in the streets." — Angie Sullivan [02:34]

4. Progressive Victories and Warnings About GOP Authoritarianism (03:57–06:02)

• Progressives succeed where they're laser-focused on people's needs:
  Figures like Zoran Mamdani are praised for pushing affordability.
• Corporate Dems enable the right:
  The hosts argue establishment Dems are "feigning resistance" and ultimately enable Trump's agenda.
• Erosion of public health and law:
  Deep skepticism that Trump or those aligned with him will adhere to “rules” or laws, especially after January 6th.

5. Public Health and RFK Jr's "Dangerous" Medical Claims (06:02–08:14)

• Pseudoscience dangers:
  Outrage over RFK Jr’s claim that mental illnesses like schizophrenia can be cured with keto diets. The hosts highlight how such messaging undermines serious science and is dangerous for vulnerable people.
• Quote:
  "This is so dangerous that you could cure schizophrenia with a keto diet... He reminds me of the people on Facebook... that think they’re as smart as decades worth of scientific consensus." — Jennifer Welch [06:20]
• The real motive?
  Angie argues that promoting poor health serves authoritarianism: "Sick people and poor people are easier to control and they don’t give a fuck." [07:01]

6. Wealth ≠ Intelligence: Calling Out Elon Musk (08:14–10:10)

• Dismantling the myth of rich genius:
  The hosts critique the tendency to assign intelligence to the wealthy, using Elon Musk as their main example.
• Elon Musk’s hypocrisy:
  Musk is ridiculed for his selective morality (e.g., claiming to fight against pedophiles while being close to people with credible abuse accusations) and for falsely presenting himself as uniquely qualified to lead.
• Quote:
  "The world's richest man, who, coincidentally, is the world's biggest dipshit." — Jennifer Welch [08:14]

7. Progressive Leaders vs. Tech Billionaires (10:10–13:10)

• Call for real leadership:
  The hosts dare Elon Musk to run against Zoran Mamdani, arguing that grassroots progressives embody real vision and integrity, unlike tech billionaires.
• Alpha male culture ridiculed:
  The obsession with wealth and status among figures like Joe Rogan and their followers is lampooned, and contrasted with the sincerity of leaders like Mamdani.

8. Zoran Mamdani and Universal Care for Children (13:10–14:29)

• Highlighting humane policy:
  Zoran Mamdani (NY Assembly) is commended for advocating universal programs for all children, regardless of immigration status — a model of true moral clarity.
• Religious hypocrisy called out:
  The hosts contrast the supposed "Christian" values of Republicans with Mamdani's genuinely compassionate approach as a Muslim.
• Quote:
  "Here is a practicing Muslim... more moral clarity and more Christ-like than any Christian in the Republican Party I’ve ever met." — Jennifer Welch [13:33]

9. Final Rants on Musk, Swindlers, and Insecurity (14:29–15:16)

• Elon Musk accused of projection:
  Angie's scorn for Musk's "swindler" accusations is tied to reports that he promised (but didn’t pay out) incentives for voting for Trump.
• Quote:
  "Every accusation is a confession." — Jennifer Welch [14:58]
• Tech bro insecurity lampooned:
  Musk's use of AI bots to praise his physique is mocked as evidence of jealousy and insecurity.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• "Abolishing ICE is a moderate position in this country." — Jennifer Welch [01:00]
• "They are every bit as impotent as Trump's cabinet in my mind because they are not doing anything." — Angie Sullivan [02:34]
• "This is so dangerous that you could cure schizophrenia with a keto diet." — Jennifer Welch [06:20]
• "Sick people and poor people are easier to control and they don’t give a fuck." — Angie Sullivan [07:01]
• "The world's richest man, who, coincidentally, is the world's biggest dipshit." — Jennifer Welch [08:14]
• "Here is a practicing Muslim... more Christ-like than any Christian in the Republican Party I've ever met." — Jennifer Welch [13:33]
• "Every accusation is a confession." — Jennifer Welch [14:58]

Timestamps for Important Segments

• 00:05: Wrestling crowd chants against ICE; pro wrestling's surprising political shift
• 01:00: Why abolishing ICE is a moderate stance and polling data
• 02:34: Polls, Democratic unpopularity, and electoral prospects
• 03:57: Praise for progressive wins, critique of enabler Dems
• 06:02: RFK Jr's pseudoscience about mental health
• 08:14: On the fallacy of equating wealth with intelligence; Musk targeted
• 10:10: How billionaires like Musk are propped up
• 13:10: Zoran Mamdani’s inclusive policies for children
• 14:29: Religious hypocrisy and the moral chasm between progressives and conservative Christians
• 14:58: Musk’s projection and insecurity

Tone and Style

The hosts’ tone is brash, irreverent, and laced with dark humor. They mix personal anecdote, righteous anger, and unapologetic progressive analysis in a way that feels both cathartic and confrontational, expressing deep frustration at current events while rallying listeners to demand more from their leaders.

For listeners craving unfiltered, progressive commentary on the current political mess—with no love lost for Trump, ICE, establishment Democrats, or tech billionaires—this episode is a cathartic ride.