The hosts of "The Qnow," Mark Bland and Jason Kull, celebrated their show's 15th anniversary, with Bland announcing the retirement of his traditional intro for a more spontaneous approach. The primary topic of discussion quickly became "Liberation Day," which coincided with the implementation of new tariffs by Donald Trump. The hosts expressed significant concern about the potential economic fallout, drawing parallels to the historically damaging Smoot-Hawley Act. They highlighted the negative reaction in the stock market and the potential for job losses in sectors like automaking. The tariffs were portrayed as illogical and detrimental to US allies, potentially pushing them towards alternative partnerships, such as with China.
The conversation also touched on Elon Musk's diminishing influence following an unsuccessful political investment in Wisconsin and reports of his impending departure from Trump's administration. A significant portion of the show focused on Laura Loomer, who allegedly presented Trump with a list of disloyal government officials, leading to the dismissal of several individuals based on loyalty. The hosts considered this a dangerous precedent.
The latter part of the show featured an interview with Dr. Julie Scott, the current vice president running for re-election to the Wentzville School Board. Dr. Scott advocated for the importance of local elections, the Propel proposition to fund schools, and a focus on students' needs over political agendas. She voiced her frustrations with the current board's functionality and discussed the negative campaigning she had experienced. Bland and Kull strongly endorsed Dr. Scott, urging listeners in the Wentzville district to vote for her. The hosts identified themselves as "Midwestern moderate liberals".
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The conversation also touched on Elon Musk's diminishing influence following an unsuccessful political investment in Wisconsin and reports of his impending departure from Trump's administration. A significant portion of the show focused on Laura Loomer, who allegedly presented Trump with a list of disloyal government officials, leading to the dismissal of several individuals based on loyalty. The hosts considered this a dangerous precedent.
The latter part of the show featured an interview with Dr. Julie Scott, the current vice president running for re-election to the Wentzville School Board. Dr. Scott advocated for the importance of local elections, the Propel proposition to fund schools, and a focus on students' needs over political agendas. She voiced her frustrations with the current board's functionality and discussed the negative campaigning she had experienced. Bland and Kull strongly endorsed Dr. Scott, urging listeners in the Wentzville district to vote for her. The hosts identified themselves as "Midwestern moderate liberals".
Download:
traffic.libsyn.com/theqnow/Episode_641_-_Liberation_Day.mp3
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