Podcast Summary: The Daily Beans

Episode: The Most Humblest
Date: October 20, 2025
Hosts: Allison Gill (AG), Dana Goldberg (DG)
Podcast: The Daily Beans by MSW Media

Episode Overview

This episode of The Daily Beans delivers a rapid-fire review of some of the week’s most explosive political, legal, and social justice news stories—infused with the show's hallmark blend of progressive analysis and irreverent banter. Allison and Dana break down major current events, including nationwide peaceful protests ("No Kings" rallies), university pushback against Trump administration policies, high-profile political scandals, international intrigue involving U.S. and foreign leaders, and the latest twists in immigration and criminal justice. The episode also brings good news from listeners, grassroots activism efforts, and an announcement about an upcoming video companion to the podcast.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nationwide "No Kings" Protests

Massive turnout and peaceful demonstrations highlighted the weekend, with 7 to 8.5 million participants estimated.
AG reflects on the joy and hopefulness from the San Diego rally, appreciating the diverse and energized crowd.
- Quote (AG, 02:24): "People came out from restaurants … people were out on their balconies with flags and banners cheering us on. The energy was so cool."
DG recounts Minneapolis' characterful protestors and notes that any violence arose solely from outside agitators—one of whom, comically, tripped and fell after yelling slurs.
- Quote (DG, 02:48): "Karma kicked in on one of them … sometimes karma just kicks in and you find your face to the floor."
They contrast the peacefulness and zero arrests at "No Kings" events with the violence and mass arrests of January 6th, noting the historic nature of the moment and aiming for over 11 million at future rallies.
Goal-Setting (AG, 04:41): "We will hit that 3.5% number. And no regime has ever withstood 3.5% of the people demonstrating against it."

2. New Beans Video Podcast Announcement

AG announces the launch of a video supplement, Beans Talk, debuting in beta for $5+ patrons on November 2, then to the public on December 1.
The new show will offer unscripted, in-depth, and “off the cuff” commentary and stories that may not fit in the main podcast.
Emphasizes that the audio version of The Daily Beans will remain unchanged.
- Quote (DG, 06:37): "We're going to be sort of speaking more off the cuff ... it’s just a little bit extra for you."

3. Quick Hits & Major Headlines

[09:00-16:30]

Universities Reject Trump Compact — Multiple top schools decline administration’s offer to change policies in exchange for funding, including MIT, USC, Penn, Brown, Dartmouth, and UVA.
NY Young Republicans Disbanded over Racist Messages — Leaders removed following the exposure of racist, antisemitic, and violent texts.
- Quote (DG, 09:54): "Some participants spoke of raping their political enemies and placing them in gas chambers."
Trump Commutes Sentence of George Santos — Trump admits he did so due to Santos’ political loyalty.
- Quote (AG on Santos, 10:57): "I am the best, most perfect man in humility. Like, oh my God, dude."
Prince Andrew Renounces His Titles — In advance of Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir, though he retains his honorary 'Prince' title and faces renewed scrutiny over Epstein ties.
ICE Agents in “Terrible Position” — Former ICE director blasts Trump’s immigration crackdown as dangerous for federal agents. AG and DG skewers any sympathy for agents executing immoral policies:
- Quote (AG, 14:39): "When I hear that, I just hear the SS at Nuremberg saying I was just following orders."
Trump-Putin-Zelensky Calls — Trump reportedly parrots Putin’s talking points and urges Ukraine to surrender territory; phone calls devolve into shouting matches.

Main Stories and Analysis (Hot Notes)

[19:17–30:25]

U.S. Strike on Caribbean Drug Boat, Military Fallout, and Legal Quagmire

Trump’s Controversial Use of Force: Survivors of a deadly strike on a suspected drug boat are being repatriated, sidestepping prosecution or detention—an apparent legal dodge that raises questions about authority and due process.
- Quote (AG, 22:53): "So we're either letting enemy combatant cartel terrorists go free or we're killing innocent people. And Trump is avoiding serious legal questions…"
Military Command Resignation: Admiral Alvin Holsey steps down in protest over legality and escalation of Caribbean strikes, reportedly cut out of operational decision-making.
- Quote (DG, 24:16): "It seems like he's not okay with what the fuck is going on, right?"

U.S.-El Salvador Deal: Betrayal of Informants

AG and DG dissect evidence that Marco Rubio, as Secretary of State, authorized the deportation of MS-13 informants to Bukele—effectively sentencing U.S. cooperating witnesses to death.
- Quote (AG, 28:35): “The deal is a deep betrayal of US Law enforcement whose agents risked their lives…” (quoting Douglas Farah)
- AG and Andy McCabe will cover this in depth on the next Unjustified.

New Epstein Files Released by Congress

House Oversight Committee releases fresh call logs, schedules, and interview transcripts, showing continued contact between Epstein and high-profile figures (Trump, Zuckerberg, Thiel, Hoffman) after Epstein’s conviction.
- AG commends and then corrects the media for finally labeling Epstein a “convicted sex offender,” not just a “financier.”
Former Labor Secretary Acosta defends his handling of Epstein’s plea deal. DG and AG lambast the shallow defense and hypocrisy.
- Quote (AG, 32:49): "The wealthy, politically connected child rapist is what we're going to call him here."
Prince Andrew appears numerous times in logs—relinquishing his titles is seen as minimal justice.

Transgender Military Ban Court Update

Special report: Commander Emily Hawking Schilling’s case challenging the 2025 ban on transgender military service is headed to oral arguments at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
- Quote (Commander Schilling, 35:29): "I was forced out by a policy that says identity matters more than ability… Service is built on trust, truth, and the belief that integrity makes us stronger."

Listener Good News & Community Action

[36:40–44:06]

Stories of grassroots organizing and protest:
- Listeners organize and attend "No Kings" protests across the nation, sometimes in deep-red small towns, reporting growing participation (from a handful to dozens).
- Quote (Listener, 40:51): "I thought that might be okay. People will stop and ask me why I'm here. But the mobilized site filled up… 17 people showed up."
Creative protest signs and local activism:
- Listeners share photos and stories, including playful protest signs ("Trump sandwich: white bread full of bologna with Russian dressing and a small pickle").
Calls to action and shoutouts:
- Encouragement to phone bank in Virginia for upcoming elections, celebrate community, highlight government programs, and send in "good news" or shoutouts for future shows.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On peaceful protest vs. insurrection:
- AG (03:35): "Zero arrests here in San Diego, none in Chicago, none in New York. Fully peaceful... But the Trump rally on January 6th... 1,500 people were arrested."
On Trump’s commutation of George Santos:
- AG (10:20): "Trump said on Truth Social it was because he was loyal and always voted Republican. So quiet part out loud."
On betrayal of informants:
- AG (28:35): “The deal is a deep betrayal of US Law enforcement whose agents risked their lives…”
On the struggle of organizing in rural America:
- Listener (40:51): "I thought that might be okay. ... 17 people showed up. People came out of the woodwork."
On the new video podcast:
- DG (06:37): “It’s just a little bit extra for you and all the people that listen to the podcast while they’re on their walk in the morning doesn’t change.”
On Prince Andrew and accountability:
- DG (12:11): "It just seems like a very small price to pay."
On military and morality:
- AG (14:39): "When I hear that, I just hear the SS at Nuremberg… Quit your job if you don’t like being a Nazi."

Timestamps for Key Segments

| Timestamp | Segment/Topic | |-----------|--------------| | 00:00 | News Headlines, Episode Kickoff | | 01:21 | Reflections on "No Kings" Protests | | 04:40 | Setting New Protest Record, Movement Goals | | 05:00 | Announcing the New Video Podcast | | 09:00 | Quick Hits: University Compact, NY Young Republicans | | 10:57 | George Santos Sentence Commuted by Trump | | 11:49 | Prince Andrew, Epstein, and new memoir | | 14:39 | ICE Agents and Trump Immigration Crackdown | | 15:23 | Trump-Putin-Zelensky Phone Calls | | 19:17 | Hot Notes: Repatriating Venezuelan Survivors | | 22:53 | Southern Command Military Resignation | | 26:25 | Marco Rubio Trades Informants to El Salvador | | 30:25 | New Epstein File Revelations | | 35:29 | Transgender Military Ban Court Case Update | | 36:40 | Listener Good News, Activism, & Shoutouts | | 40:51 | Grassroots "No Kings" Rally Stories | | 44:47 | Wrap-Up & Farewell (“Take care of yourselves…”) |

Episode Tone

Throughout, Allison and Dana balance hard-hitting journalism, progressive values, and biting humor. They convey urgency, righteous outrage, and inclusive camaraderie—keeping the tone snarky, upbeat, and deeply community-focused, even as they tackle sobering or infuriating topics.

For further info or to subscribe/become a patron, visit Patreon at patreon.com/MuellerSheWrote or tune in on MSW Media.

Podcast Summary: The Daily Beans

Episode: The Most Humblest
Date: October 20, 2025
Hosts: Allison Gill (AG), Dana Goldberg (DG)
Podcast: The Daily Beans by MSW Media

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nationwide "No Kings" Protests

Massive turnout and peaceful demonstrations highlighted the weekend, with 7 to 8.5 million participants estimated.
AG reflects on the joy and hopefulness from the San Diego rally, appreciating the diverse and energized crowd.
- Quote (AG, 02:24): "People came out from restaurants … people were out on their balconies with flags and banners cheering us on. The energy was so cool."
DG recounts Minneapolis' characterful protestors and notes that any violence arose solely from outside agitators—one of whom, comically, tripped and fell after yelling slurs.
- Quote (DG, 02:48): "Karma kicked in on one of them … sometimes karma just kicks in and you find your face to the floor."
They contrast the peacefulness and zero arrests at "No Kings" events with the violence and mass arrests of January 6th, noting the historic nature of the moment and aiming for over 11 million at future rallies.
Goal-Setting (AG, 04:41): "We will hit that 3.5% number. And no regime has ever withstood 3.5% of the people demonstrating against it."

2. New Beans Video Podcast Announcement

AG announces the launch of a video supplement, Beans Talk, debuting in beta for $5+ patrons on November 2, then to the public on December 1.
The new show will offer unscripted, in-depth, and “off the cuff” commentary and stories that may not fit in the main podcast.
Emphasizes that the audio version of The Daily Beans will remain unchanged.
- Quote (DG, 06:37): "We're going to be sort of speaking more off the cuff ... it’s just a little bit extra for you."

3. Quick Hits & Major Headlines

[09:00-16:30]

Universities Reject Trump Compact — Multiple top schools decline administration’s offer to change policies in exchange for funding, including MIT, USC, Penn, Brown, Dartmouth, and UVA.
NY Young Republicans Disbanded over Racist Messages — Leaders removed following the exposure of racist, antisemitic, and violent texts.
- Quote (DG, 09:54): "Some participants spoke of raping their political enemies and placing them in gas chambers."
Trump Commutes Sentence of George Santos — Trump admits he did so due to Santos’ political loyalty.
- Quote (AG on Santos, 10:57): "I am the best, most perfect man in humility. Like, oh my God, dude."
Prince Andrew Renounces His Titles — In advance of Virginia Giuffre’s posthumous memoir, though he retains his honorary 'Prince' title and faces renewed scrutiny over Epstein ties.
ICE Agents in “Terrible Position” — Former ICE director blasts Trump’s immigration crackdown as dangerous for federal agents. AG and DG skewers any sympathy for agents executing immoral policies:
- Quote (AG, 14:39): "When I hear that, I just hear the SS at Nuremberg saying I was just following orders."
Trump-Putin-Zelensky Calls — Trump reportedly parrots Putin’s talking points and urges Ukraine to surrender territory; phone calls devolve into shouting matches.

Main Stories and Analysis (Hot Notes)

[19:17–30:25]

U.S. Strike on Caribbean Drug Boat, Military Fallout, and Legal Quagmire

Trump’s Controversial Use of Force: Survivors of a deadly strike on a suspected drug boat are being repatriated, sidestepping prosecution or detention—an apparent legal dodge that raises questions about authority and due process.
- Quote (AG, 22:53): "So we're either letting enemy combatant cartel terrorists go free or we're killing innocent people. And Trump is avoiding serious legal questions…"
Military Command Resignation: Admiral Alvin Holsey steps down in protest over legality and escalation of Caribbean strikes, reportedly cut out of operational decision-making.
- Quote (DG, 24:16): "It seems like he's not okay with what the fuck is going on, right?"

U.S.-El Salvador Deal: Betrayal of Informants

AG and DG dissect evidence that Marco Rubio, as Secretary of State, authorized the deportation of MS-13 informants to Bukele—effectively sentencing U.S. cooperating witnesses to death.
- Quote (AG, 28:35): “The deal is a deep betrayal of US Law enforcement whose agents risked their lives…” (quoting Douglas Farah)
- AG and Andy McCabe will cover this in depth on the next Unjustified.

New Epstein Files Released by Congress

House Oversight Committee releases fresh call logs, schedules, and interview transcripts, showing continued contact between Epstein and high-profile figures (Trump, Zuckerberg, Thiel, Hoffman) after Epstein’s conviction.
- AG commends and then corrects the media for finally labeling Epstein a “convicted sex offender,” not just a “financier.”
Former Labor Secretary Acosta defends his handling of Epstein’s plea deal. DG and AG lambast the shallow defense and hypocrisy.
- Quote (AG, 32:49): "The wealthy, politically connected child rapist is what we're going to call him here."
Prince Andrew appears numerous times in logs—relinquishing his titles is seen as minimal justice.

Transgender Military Ban Court Update

Special report: Commander Emily Hawking Schilling’s case challenging the 2025 ban on transgender military service is headed to oral arguments at the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.
- Quote (Commander Schilling, 35:29): "I was forced out by a policy that says identity matters more than ability… Service is built on trust, truth, and the belief that integrity makes us stronger."

Listener Good News & Community Action

[36:40–44:06]

Stories of grassroots organizing and protest:
- Listeners organize and attend "No Kings" protests across the nation, sometimes in deep-red small towns, reporting growing participation (from a handful to dozens).
- Quote (Listener, 40:51): "I thought that might be okay. People will stop and ask me why I'm here. But the mobilized site filled up… 17 people showed up."
Creative protest signs and local activism:
- Listeners share photos and stories, including playful protest signs ("Trump sandwich: white bread full of bologna with Russian dressing and a small pickle").
Calls to action and shoutouts:
- Encouragement to phone bank in Virginia for upcoming elections, celebrate community, highlight government programs, and send in "good news" or shoutouts for future shows.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On peaceful protest vs. insurrection:
- AG (03:35): "Zero arrests here in San Diego, none in Chicago, none in New York. Fully peaceful... But the Trump rally on January 6th... 1,500 people were arrested."
On Trump’s commutation of George Santos:
- AG (10:20): "Trump said on Truth Social it was because he was loyal and always voted Republican. So quiet part out loud."
On betrayal of informants:
- AG (28:35): “The deal is a deep betrayal of US Law enforcement whose agents risked their lives…”
On the struggle of organizing in rural America:
- Listener (40:51): "I thought that might be okay. ... 17 people showed up. People came out of the woodwork."
On the new video podcast:
- DG (06:37): “It’s just a little bit extra for you and all the people that listen to the podcast while they’re on their walk in the morning doesn’t change.”
On Prince Andrew and accountability:
- DG (12:11): "It just seems like a very small price to pay."
On military and morality:
- AG (14:39): "When I hear that, I just hear the SS at Nuremberg… Quit your job if you don’t like being a Nazi."

Timestamps for Key Segments

Episode Tone

For further info or to subscribe/become a patron, visit Patreon at patreon.com/MuellerSheWrote or tune in on MSW Media.

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Podcast Summary: The Daily Beans

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nationwide "No Kings" Protests

2. New Beans Video Podcast Announcement

3. Quick Hits & Major Headlines

[09:00-16:30]

Main Stories and Analysis (Hot Notes)

[19:17–30:25]

U.S. Strike on Caribbean Drug Boat, Military Fallout, and Legal Quagmire

U.S.-El Salvador Deal: Betrayal of Informants

New Epstein Files Released by Congress

Transgender Military Ban Court Update

Listener Good News & Community Action

[36:40–44:06]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Episode Tone

Summary

Podcast Summary: The Daily Beans

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Nationwide "No Kings" Protests

2. New Beans Video Podcast Announcement

3. Quick Hits & Major Headlines

[09:00-16:30]

Main Stories and Analysis (Hot Notes)

[19:17–30:25]

U.S. Strike on Caribbean Drug Boat, Military Fallout, and Legal Quagmire

U.S.-El Salvador Deal: Betrayal of Informants

New Epstein Files Released by Congress

Transgender Military Ban Court Update

Listener Good News & Community Action

[36:40–44:06]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Timestamps for Key Segments

Episode Tone