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Dave Rubin
Everybody. This is the Rubin Report. I'm Dave Rubin. It's March 27, 2025. We are live streaming on Rumble on YouTube, on Locals. I know you've tapped that notification bell, so I don't even need to finish this. Yeah, you got it. We got a Rubin report, locals, community Q and A. You know, we did not have a post game show yesterday because I was on Piers Morgan immediately after the show. And we can't have a post game show today because got to get over to New York because I'm on the number one show in late night, Greg Gutfeld or Gutfeld with an exclamation point tonight and tomorrow's show because I'm on Jesse Waters and I think Fox and Friends and a whole bunch of other media stuff in New York. Tomorrow's 11am show should be the highlights of Gutfeld. Thank you for bearing with us. I promise you some good laughs. I can already guarantee it in advance. I'm going to poke and noodle that little Greg Gutfeld guy. So we got a couple stories of the week that are just we're not doing hardcore politics today. It's going to be a little bit of stuff from overseas and then is there going to be a Islamic mega city in Texas? We'll find out. That's what we're doing on the Rubin Report today. All right, so we showed you the video last week of Conor McGregor, current MMA legend, former MMA fighter at the White House, really making the case for Ireland, being for the Irish. I know that that's very controversial. You know, a pot of gold, a leprechaun, a rainbow, a Guinness, that sort of thing. Not necessarily a place that should just be overrun with immigrants from the Middle east and from Africa. It's really not controversial. Controversial to say that there's nothing wrong with fair skinned white people. How you doing, Connor? Good to see you as always. Check this out from inevitable west breaking. Ireland's director of public prosecutions is now considering charging Conor McGregor with incitement for hatred for posts he made on X back in 2023. He could face up to two years in prison. This is Trump style legal warfare and blatant election interference. So we've been through all of this, guys. We've been through this many, many times here in the with Donald Trump. And now it appears that it's happening to Conor McGregor in Ireland. These are posts that he put up years ago. Clearly nobody was looking into these posts until he shows up at the White House. Kind of implies he's going to announce a Run for president, then announces it. I think the next day, maybe two days later, Conor McGregor tweeted this. I'll even try to do it in an Irish accent. Fact for the people of Ireland, I stand my ground. May our truth never be silenced. The fact is, if there is seven years of zero resistance inside our towards government, Ireland is done for. Magnify where we are right now times 7,000. I would prefer to sell my yachts than have to approach the soulless, colorless combines of Dale iron every day. But if I do not, I am well aware of Ireland's faith and I will never let that happen. Vote McGregor. The future of our country depends on it. Where's me freaking shillelagh? It was a little Scottish. Kind of worked. Kind of worked, yeah. Now. So, okay, so people are all focused on this now and they're going, going, well, what the hell is happening in Ireland? Like of all, it's interesting if you think of all the different countries in the world, okay, Spain is for Spanish people, Britain's for British people. And we know that these things have largely changed. And how do you define what your country is and what your culture is and all of that? There's something about Ireland. You think of the rolling greens and the golf courses and the beer and the leprechauns. Like, it seems pretty straightforward. There's a country for Irish people. Not to say black people can't live there or religious minorities or anything else, but like, it seems like a kind of straightforward one. Like if you're kind of pale, you got reddish hair, you're good to go. However, it's changing. Here's some video of Ireland's St Patrick's Day festival just last week. Right? So look, it's nice to see some people wearing green, but you've got all kinds of different flags. You've got all kinds of different garb. Remember, Ireland is not a melting pot the way America is. I like the Irish healthcare workers for Palestine. How do they feel about the Irish traditions and culture? You have to wonder. So that in essence is a visual example of what Conor McGregor is fighting against. And no, it does not mean that he is racist or anything like that. Tracy O'Mahannahy, who's an ex political commentator, wrote this. In June 2024, the Irish government voted to opt Ireland into the EU Migration and Asylum pact against the wishes of the Irish people. Ireland has until June of 26 to pass the necessary laws needed to enact the pact. Since June of 2024, there has been silence from the government regarding the pact. Less than one week ago, Conor McGregor stood on the world stage and dec that Ireland has a mass unvetted, uncontrolled immigration problem and that should he run and be elected President of Ireland, he would do all in his power to challenge the pact. Today, the Minister for Justice, Jim O'Callaghan, has secured government approval to submit Ireland's national implementation plan for the EU asylum and migration pact to the European Commissioner, with Minister of State for Migration Colm Brophy stating that we are not waiting for June 26 to make changes to our systems. Be under no doubt that the government are running scared, because if Conor McGregor secures a nomination needed to run for the presidency, and if he can run on an immigration platform, he stands a good chance of being elected the next President of Ireland. So what is the answer? The government will do everything in their power to remove debate around the EU migration pact by endeavoring to pass all of the necessary laws before November 2025. This government is rotten to the core. So you see what's happening here. It's the same thing that we're seeing in so many of these countries, whether it's Britain or France or partially what we even had to do here in America. Certainly what's going on in Canada. The native people of a country who wish to have Western values and who wish to maintain their culture and everything else don't want to just be overrun with people and have to live under the whims and wishes of unelected bureaucrats that live somewhere in Brussels. It's not much more complicated than that. And it doesn't make anyone racist. And it's just, just fine if an Irishman wants to go to the pub with his shillelagh, have a Guinness, and, you know, smack around his wife after. Or maybe not that part, but you know what I'm saying. Conor McGregor tweeted this against the wishes of the Irish people, modus operandi of a government that has long since abandoned the voices of its people, the people of Ireland. Everything said in the White House, true. And we fight, fight, fight. Hey, guys, let's get real for a sec. Anyone else feel like they're drowning under credit card bills, personal loans, or maybe even some leftover medical debt? It's like, no hard you work. Your money's just slipping away to lenders instead of staying with you. I've been there and it's exhausting. But here's the good news. It doesn't have to stay this way. And that's where PDS debt comes in. PDS debt isn't just about managing your debt. It's about taking charge of it. Their platform digs into your specific financial situation, not some one size fits all nonsense and builds a plan that's tailored just for you. But they're not here to slap a band aid on it. They're about finding a path to financial freedom that actually works with your life. 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Unknown Woman
Yes, I would definitely support Conor McGregor. What Conor McGregor said in the White House last week, one extremely accurate and very, very true of how the people of Ireland, north and south, feel about illegal mass migration. Now, I fully understand that we have all made mistakes and some people might say Connor's made mistake in the past. Well, guess what? So have I. I've made a lot of them. It doesn't mean that what I say today is not true. And he was speaking facts.
Dave Rubin
Do you think Conor McGregor is the last chance for Ireland before they go too far in the wrong direction?
Unknown Woman
I'll tell you this, I'm frightened for the direction that we're going in and we need a real big change. And I think it has to be something like the Donald Trump in America. And Conor McGregor from what I can see is maybe our best.
Dave Rubin
First off, that woman's great. She wants to run for politics here in America. Come on over, lady. Get on board. Yes, we've all made mistakes. Nobody's perfect. It does not mean the truth that Conor McGregor or she is laying out today is wrong. What was his name? Nick Shirley. Nick Shirley is the name of the guy, by the way, who is doing that, doing that interview There. And again, none of this has anything to do with racism. What they're realizing is they're losing their country. And now I want to connect this to something that's happening here in America. This. This story is really, really wild. So in Plano, Texas, which is just outside of Dallas, and Texas, obviously a huge, huge state. There's an awful lot of land. They're doing an awful lot of building there. And it's one of, you know, the big three states, I would say Texas, Florida and Tennessee, that all of the blue state people are fleeing to. Well, there have been plans put into place for a giant Islamic mega city. But don't take my word for it. Take this guy's word for it.
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Dave Rubin
Okay, there's a bunch of things to talk about here. First off, if you're. If you're an American, any American has any right to live anywhere. There's no such cities. That's a Christian city. There might be a city where mostly Christians live. There might be a city where mostly Muslims live. Dearborn, Michigan. There might be a city where mostly Jewish people live. Little enclave in Brooklyn. All these things are possible, but you can't stop other people from living there. Now, I don't know that this group of people have stopped anybody, but do you think you'd be welcome there? If you were a Jewish family, do you think a Christian family would be welcome there? Do you think you'd be able to open up any other type of place of worship besides a mosque. You think three Christian families could come in and open up a church? Do you think the Jainists are going to be welcome over there? How's it going to go for, I don't know, gays or lesbians or the BIS or whatever else? So this does represent a, I would say a real divergence from what America is all about. And Interestingly, Texas almost 10 years ago did pass a law banning Sharia law, which is obviously Islamic religious law, which dictates really over. It's a religious system and a political system over the people's lives who choose to be part of it. Lara Logan, who's an actual investigative journalist, she wrote this breaking. Attorney General Ken Paxton announces investigation into to Islamic mega city development in Plano, Texas. Epic. And that's what it is right there. Look, it is worth thinking about this stuff, guys. And it doesn't make you bigoted to say, okay, this group of people over here shouldn't have a city in the United States that is just for them, that won't be accommodating to other people. You want to have whatever your religious beliefs are and you want to have your places of worship and your way of life and all of your things, that's fine. But we don't want to take the beautiful melting pot of America and turn it into the sort of segregated version of Europe. We do not want to do that. So we'll see what happens in Texas. I don't think they're going to put up for it. And, and we will see for sure. Guys, let's talk about G Defy for a second and we'll have a rubenreport.locals.com community Q&A in just a sec. You guys know I'm all about logic and reason. Well, here's some logic. If your feet are killing you at the end of the day, you need better shoes. That's why I love G Defy shoes by gravity defier. Unlike trendy sneakers, these are built on real shock absorb technology. Their patented verso shock system absorbs impact, returns energy and helps align your body. So whether you're walking, running or standing all day, it feels effortless. Right now my listeners get 30% off orders over $120. Just text Reuben 30 to 91888 or visit gdfy.com and use code REUBEN30 at checkout. Use logic. Choose comfort. G. All right, community Q and A. Here we go. Olaf says dogs are pack animals. Would you ever get a buddy for Clyde entertain each other. I think we have some pictures of Clyde from this morning. There's Clyde right there. He's hanging out on the couch. He's taken over that one cushion because the kids have taken over pretty much everything else. And they've got their little dome there in the corner. I kind of like hanging out on the dome. It's pretty cool. Would we ever get another dog? No, not at this juncture. There's a lot of running around and food all over the place and messes and everything else. Clyde, he's a great dog. Many of you know the story. Got him right before lockdowns, just as lockdowns were starting. Our dog before Emma had just passed away, 16 years old. We had just put her down. We didn't want to get another dog, but I heard they were going to kill all these dogs at shelters. I ran into a shelter. I didn't even have a mask. Saved him. He's with us. He's great. He's a good guard dog. But it's just a bit much. It's a bit much. I would love maybe in another time or if we move to a farm one day, having more animals in general and maybe some more dogs. I don't know. We'll see. But right now we're focusing on small humans. That's where we're at at the moment. Elizabeth says, do you think leftists will understand that siding with jihadists is dangerous before they're thrown from a roof or as they're being thrown from a roof? Well, generally, as you're being thrown from a roof, you do start rethinking things. I mean, look, the. The. Look queers for Palestine. And as I wrote in don't burn this book, Queers for Palestine is very different than Palestine for queers. How do these queers, whatever that means, I don't know, are they gay or they're just. They got a little of everything or they got nothing or whatever it is. But how do they think they would be treated by Hamas? Picture the Hamas guys with the masks and the thing and the knife and the gun and the whole thing. Like, do you think that they would like you? So the problem with burying your head in the sand is that you just get buried a little bit low. You just get beheaded a little bit lower on the neck. It does not work. And this green, this sort of what they call the red green alliance, the alliance between the Islamists and the communists, it is. And that's in essence what the queers are. It is not going to end well. For you guys like you can bow to them forever and either you will live on your knees or you will be beheaded. It's as simple as that. Rich on the farm. I believe it was your birthday yesterday. Rich. Happy Birthday says, have you noticed how disingenuous people often start with so you think as a way to mischaracterize your opinion and then criticize what they hallucinate. So when I was reading this question before, I like to take a quick glance before that immediately reminded me of one of Jordan Peterson's greatest hits. This is when Jordan and I were on tour. This is back in early 2018. He went on Cathy Newman's show in Britain. And this illustrates perfectly what you're laying out right there.
Jordan Peterson
So you say, I mean that sounds pretty bad. You're saying, but you're just saying that's the way it is. Women. Is that what you're saying? But you're saying, basically you're saying, well that's just a fact of women are.
Dave Rubin
Mad because I'm very, very, very careful with my words.
Jordan Peterson
But you're saying, you're saying it's not. You say women. So you're saying women are just more sensible. So you're saying. So you're saying give people equality of opportunity, that's fine, but still women aren't going to make it. That's what you're really saying. It depends on your measurement technique to succeed is what you're saying. You're saying that women aren't intelligent enough to run these top companies. No, I didn't say that at all. You said that.
Dave Rubin
First off, Jordan has really had a glow up over the years too, huh? But that, that thing where Jordan who Do you know anyone in the history of the world that speaks more clearly than Jordan? Does he do a lot of high level ideas and sometimes you have to think about what he's saying for a sec. Yeah, but does he choose his wor words carefully and make a declarative statement every time something comes out of his mouth? The answer is obviously yes. So that's a perfect example of what you're talking about. There's this condescending way of. Here I said something. Oh, so what you're saying is. And then it's never exactly what the person was saying. Leftists do this constantly. They, they have a lot of linguistic tricks. I think it's also why so many of them, you know, when I play these clips of the View or some of these other show with these women, they talk like Valley Girls. There's something about that or even something about, why are all the men on CNN ase? There's something about that way of thinking that leads to weird mnemonic tricks and speech patterns and all of these things. I would prefer somebody who just speaks from the heart, tells you what they think. You go from there and see what happens, whether you agree with them or not. Shaky Green says, in my view, I smell a rat. How on earth does the most prolific Donald J. Trump hater anywhere get in this rest in this restricted chat room? So, of course you're talking about this signal story, and there's a lot to think about here. I really, really tried to cover it as cleanly and honestly as possible, accepting, fully admitting and accepting that if this was a Biden administration thing, I'd probably be going a little bit harder on it because Biden was incompetent, nobody around him was competent. The entire Biden administration actually was a scandal. And as the years go by, it will become more and more obvious. But as it pertains to this, you know, there's this group chat. You've got J.D. you've got Tulsa, you've got Marco, Pete Hegseth, you've got some of the all, you know, primo all stars of the administration in there. They're debating and discussing what their plans are as far as military strikes with the Houthis while we're doing it. So it wasn't some sort of secret that we were doing anything against the Houthis to get these trading ports open in the Red Sea. And then there's now some debate because Jeffrey Goldberg, who is a, in essence, a leftist, he's a. He's an Atlantic never Trumper guy, somehow got in the chat. It sounds like Mike Waltz, NSA Mike Waltz put him in the chat. Or whoever set up the chat through Mike Waltz, was it one of his guys did it. So was there an absolute, like, moronic kind of boomer level screw up of who got in the chat? Yeah. Have we all accidentally texted the wrong person? Because you think you're texting one friend whose name is Frank, and it turns out you texted the other Frank. Everyone's done it. Have you accidentally put someone in? Whatever. That doesn't excuse any of it, but that's just like a flat out obvious mistake. Now I think you're arguing that perhaps there's something a little more nefarious there. Like how did. Like maybe someone else put him in Safety signal, perhaps. I don't think anything's off the table. Actually. The real question here is if you read what was going on in the thread which we showed you much of this week. It's like there's honest debate happening there. And JD's talking about how do we frame this properly for the American people who may not have an appetite for it and everything else. That's also the backdrop of the fact that the strikes all worked, right? The strikes, no Americans got hurt or anything else. And we sent a warning to the Houthis, you gotta stop doing this. Okay, fine. The real question now is, is what do you do about Mike Waltz, who apparently is the guy that let him in or someone that he sets up his phone or whatever. And then I saw all sorts of people and I got into a big debate on this on Piers Morgan claiming that you're not allowed to signal for classified information. That is actually still a little unclear to me. We showed you the video yesterday of incoming CIA Director Ratcliffe saying that he was given a computer with signal on it and told by the CIA people that he's allowed to communicate on there. So there's a lot of stuff here. So I don't think using signal is illegal for these people. The question is how long does the, does the kind of scandal last? In some sense, And I'm just giving you the pure politic version of this. I'm not giving you like the pure legal version. In some sense, I think Trump just has to plow through this thing. Plow through? Waltz did something stupid. Trump has to decide if he wants to fire him or not. That seems fairly obvious. Again, unless something really weird happened. But beyond that, I think you just keep moving forward. Nothing in that chat was anything different than what these people are saying publicly. It showed thoughtful policy and debate, that's all good. Crafty Barb says, how do we get out of this mess? I'm not sure which mess you're talking about, Crafty Barb, but it seems like we're in less messes than we were, say six months ago. Right? Like there's some stuff. The signal thing is something. Ireland's got some stuff going on. There's some problems all over the world. But like right now, how do you get yourself out of this mess? How about stand up straight with your shoulders back, tell people what you think, fight for what you believe in, live in a place with like minded people so you can build great things together, build a family, do that kind of stuff? I think that is pretty solid. Generally, even without knowing what specific mess you're talking about. Susan says less educated people can be controlled and paid less. So is that why you allowed 12 to 20 million illegally into our country. I think what you're referencing there, Susan, is we played a clip of Sunny Hostin, God bless that racist loon Sunny Hostin on the Don Lemon podcast. And she was basically saying we need public education because if we don't have publication public education, then everyone's gonna be stupid. Of course, never referencing the fact test scores are going down. Kids can't read at fifth grade levels until they're in eighth grade in certain places. Like, there's so many. Like, we just. And they're being taught all the wrong things and everything else. But of course, you're completely right. Everything they say can just be peeled back so easily, and it's just pure nonsense. Like, okay, so you're right and right. So you're connecting it to the immigration thing. So it's like, all right, let all these people in, and they'll work our jobs. Then they'll be replaced by robots, Then they'll go to state schools and they'll get government handouts, and what will we have at the end? While at the same time, you told them that they moved to a systemically racist place. Sunny. It's strange, Sunny, because you aren't going anywhere because you're making an awful lot of money telling people how terrible it is here. Let's talk about crowd health. And then we got more questions on the other side. Hey, guys, let's talk about something that drives me up the wall. Health insurance. I mean, is there anything more frustrating? That's exactly why I'm excited to tell you about crowd health. This isn't your typical health insurance. It's a smarter, better way to handle health care through crowdfunding. Instead of funneling your hard earned cash to big insurance companies that seem to make a profit by not paying your bills, crowd health flips the script. 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Learn more@joincrowdhealth.com that's joincrowdhealth.com Code Dave, trust me, your wallet and your sack. Well, thank you. Tarp says what's brown and sticky? Who selected the questions today? Joseph, what is brown and sticky? Jello. A jello pudding pop. It's delicious and it's brown and it's sticky. Theo, do you want one? NY53813 Lakin Riley was white. Does Tiffany Cross care? Oh, well, what you're referencing is that CNN clip that we showed you with Scott Jennings getting into it with this girl, Tiffany Cross. And of course what she's basically arguing is that Trump is racist because, you know, we're deporting people and some of these people happen to be brown. And she said something like, oh, and if they were taking white babies away from their mothers, we'd be up in arms and it's like they're not taking brown babies away. There were no brown babies put on those planes that went to El Salvador. But then he brought up the point. Scott Jennings brought up the point. Well, how about we care about Lake and Riley, et cetera. Lake and Riley young girl happened to be white, murdered by an illegal immigrant. Well, that's what it this way if she was black, more people would know her name. I think we know that much. We did live through blm, did we not? But that's the sad thing if you don't really have if your principles are all connected to whatever the political hot button thing is, the day you're going to take any position and over time seem crazy. That basically sums up the modern progressive. If you have principles, like actual principles, then you can hold them regardless of the political trends. And it's one of the reasons that Scott Jennings is just doing a bang up job over on cnn. I honestly think they might be. They're all punked right now. They're like, what idiot? Can we get another idiot to sit with this guy? Because those are the clips that go viral, even if it makes our network look bad. Marcus says, doesn't Jasmine Crockett's gaslighting remind you of that other relay runner who hit the one in the head with the baton and then claimed it was an accident? Do we have Video of this. This is incredible. I don't know how we didn't show this on the show earlier in the week. Look at this. Look at this. That's not how you. You don't. That. No, you. That's not how you do the relay. Everyone knows the relay. You're running. You're running, and then the person in front of you is running, and they. Back here. Then they. You don't hit them over the baton. That. Yeah, that's like a perfect visual example of what Jasmine Crockett is. But that's what all the Democrats are at this point. That's actually a great example of just like. That's her in aoc, right? AOC was running in front of her. She couldn't take it. She has now banged AOC in the head with the crazy baton. AOC is off going that way. She's hanging out with Bernie for a little bit. But watch out. AOC could have a comeback. She can get a bigger baton and smack Crockett, and that will be that. All right, One more for you, and then I gotta get on a plane to New York. Izzy says, what is the best dessert and why Is it ice cream? Well, Izzy, you are absolutely right. It is ice cream. I don't do much dessert these days. Although it was Conor's birthday. We went out. You know what we did. You people will appreciate this. So you know Connor loves Chili's. Everyone knows it. Millions of people across the world know that Connor loves Chili's. We told him all day long that we were going to Chili's, and he was so excited. He dressed up in his Chili's outfit, the whole thing. And we were. We were talking about the salad bar and the wings and the baby back ribs and the sauce all over your face. And then Phoenix said to me, dave, the Rubin Report is a professional operation. Can we do a little bit better than Chili's? And we took him to my favorite Mexican joint in Miami. It's called Coco in Coconut Grove. And we got two freaking. Did we have any pictures of that? Do we have some pictures of those steaks? Yeah. Throw up a picture. We got two Wagyu tomahawks that were just. And we had some tequila, and it was a good night. Oh, but connect that to dessert. We did. He did blow out a candle on a churro, however. Ice cream. Yes. I don't eat much dessert ice cream. You give me a little mint chocolate cookie, I'm a happy guy. Maybe once a month. That's it. You know, trying to. Trying to keep it clean around here. All right, guys, Gutfeld, the number one show in late night tonight, and then I believe I'm on Fox and Friends tomorrow morning. Morning. Not sure what time that'll be. They kind of adjust you as the day goes by. And Jesse Waters tomorrow evening. Couple podcasts during the day, and we'll be sure to get a bunch of stuff up. Thank you. Adios.
The Rubin Report: Conor McGregor Threatened with Jail Time & His Reaction Is Perfect
Hosted by Dave Rubin | Released on March 27, 2025
In this episode, Dave Rubin delves into the recent legal challenges faced by MMA superstar Conor McGregor in Ireland. The controversy centers around McGregor's social media posts from 2023, which have led Ireland's Director of Public Prosecutions to consider charges of incitement for hatred. If convicted, McGregor could face up to two years in prison.
McGregor's confrontation with authority began when he appeared at the White House, seemingly hinting at a presidential run for Ireland. Subsequently, he tweeted statements critical of Ireland's stance on immigration and its participation in the EU Migration and Asylum Pact. One of his notable tweets included:
"Fact for the people of Ireland, I stand my ground. May our truth never be silenced." (06:00)
Rubin interprets McGregor's actions as reminiscent of "Trump-style legal warfare," suggesting that McGregor's legal troubles are a strategic move to galvanize support for his presidential ambitions. He emphasizes that McGregor's stance is not rooted in racism but rather in a defense of Irish cultural identity and skepticism towards unchecked immigration.
Rubin highlights the public's reaction to McGregor's situation, showcasing a segment where a local Irish woman expresses her support:
"What Conor McGregor said in the White House last week is extremely accurate and very, very true of how the people of Ireland... feel about illegal mass migration." (08:56)
She likens McGregor to Donald Trump, positioning him as a necessary change agent for Ireland. Rubin encourages listeners by expressing admiration for such grassroots support, even humorously suggesting that this woman could launch a political career in America.
Transitioning from Ireland, Rubin addresses a significant development in Texas—a plan to construct an Islamic mega city in Plano. This initiative, dubbed "Epic Cities," aims to create a community centered around Islamic values and lifestyle within a half-hour's drive from Dallas.
Rubin voices concerns over the potential for cultural segregation, questioning the inclusivity of such a city. He raises pertinent questions about the acceptance of other religious groups and LGBTQ+ individuals within this planned community:
"Do you think three Christian families could come in and open up a church? Do you think the Jainists are going to be welcome over there? How's it going to go for, I don't know, gays or lesbians or the BIS or whatever else?" (10:54)
Citing Texas' precedent of banning Sharia law nearly a decade prior, Rubin underscores the tension between preserving American multiculturalism and the desire for ethnically homogeneous enclaves. He references investigative journalist Lara Logan's report on the Attorney General Ken Paxton's investigation into the Epic Cities project, highlighting the state's apprehension toward the development.
In the Community Q&A segment, Rubin addresses various listener questions, emphasizing themes of cultural identity, political correctness, and societal challenges.
Addressing a question about his dog, Clyde, Rubin shares personal anecdotes about pet ownership and family life:
"Clyde, he's a great dog. Many of you know the story... We didn't want to get another dog, but I heard they were going to kill all these dogs at shelters. I saved him. He's with us." (09:00)
Rubin engages in a heated discussion on progressive ideologies and their real-world implications. Responding to Elizabeth's concern about leftists siding with jihadists, Rubin asserts:
"The problem with burying your head in the sand is that you just get buried a little bit low. You just get beheaded a little bit lower on the neck. It does not work." (09:30)
He critiques the alignment of Islamists and communists, framing it as a dangerous alliance that threatens societal stability.
Addressing another listener's point about political mischaracterizations, Rubin references Jordan Peterson's debate with Cathy Newman to illustrate how leftists often misinterpret conservative viewpoints:
"There's this condescending way of... your right and right. So you're connecting it to the immigration thing." (17:27)
He emphasizes the importance of clear communication and staying true to one's principles amidst political discourse.
Dave Rubin's episode provides a critical examination of Conor McGregor's legal issues in Ireland and the broader implications of cultural preservation versus globalization. By juxtaposing McGregor's situation with the planned Islamic mega city in Texas, Rubin underscores the global tension between maintaining national identity and embracing multiculturalism. Through engaging discussions and listener interactions, Rubin advocates for open dialogue, cultural integrity, and resistance against what he perceives as overreaching political correctness.
Note: Timestamps correspond to the moments within the transcript where the quotes were made.