2 POGs Save the World Podcast

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Trump’s globe-trotting again, Congress is burning daylight with budget brinkmanship, and the headlines feel like a fever dream. Tonight, the POGs are diving straight into the madness with unfiltered insight, political shade, and maybe a guest or two who aren't afraid to stir the pot. It’s been a wild week—pull up, pour a drink, and let’s talk about it.

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Sometimes, the best conversations are the ones you didn’t plan.

In this special Mother’s Day episode of 2 POGs Save the World, K.J. and Lance roll with the flow after a last-minute technical glitch prevents our featured guest from joining. But the show must go on—and it does. From reflections on futurism, farming, and family, to the unpredictable nature of live podcasting, this episode is a raw and real reminder that adaptability is the name of the game.

Tune in for sharp takes, a few laughs, and some unexpected insight on what it means to pivot with purpose.

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Season 3 kicks off with a bang as KJ, Lance, and special guest Gregg Easterbrook dive deep into journalism, politics, and the American experiment in 2025. The crew unpacks major ethical questions: what happens when journalists like Jake Tapper cover for political allies instead of telling the full story? And what about The Atlantic's Signal chat scandal — was it right for senior editors to stay silent?

They also revisit the early Trump Administration through Easterbrook’s sharp lens and debate the evolving realities of American prosperity versus Marxist ideals. KJ leads a spirited challenge to Gregg’s controversial "Marx Was Right" column, pushing back on ideas about free markets, collectivism, and the strength of U.S. living standards today.

Plus, Gregg gives an inside look at his latest work, including All Predictions Wrong, his exclusive Substack series tackling where experts and pundits have gone off-course.

Three years strong and still cutting deeper than cable ever could — welcome back to 2 POGs Save the World.

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In this thought-provoking episode, military veterans KJ Bradley and Chaplain Lance O'Neal tackle America's most divisive issues with refreshing candor and nuanced perspective. The conversation opens with an examination of Trump's controversial suggestion of pursuing a third term—a constitutional impossibility that nevertheless reveals concerning patterns about power consolidation in modern governance. The hosts expertly break down what this would actually require, with Lance arguing that even if attempted, military leadership would resist such overreach.
Shifting to public health concerns, KJ and Lance dissect the current measles outbreaks sweeping through communities with declining vaccination rates. Through a fascinating discussion featuring classic Brady Bunch clips being misused to downplay vaccine importance, they explore how the politicization of COVID vaccines has unfortunately created skepticism toward established immunizations that previously enjoyed bipartisan support. Their conversation highlights the delicate balance between personal medical choices and collective responsibility, particularly when unvaccinated individuals put vulnerable populations at risk.
The most compelling segment examines political tribalism through the story of a Trump supporter who previously criticized the Black community now seeking their help for her son's legal troubles. This launches the hosts into a profound exploration of loyalty, consequences, and whether we should help those who've actively opposed our values when they suddenly need support. Drawing from personal examples, they reveal how maintaining relationships across political divides becomes increasingly challenging when those relationships lack reciprocal respect.
The show concludes with a sobering analysis of America's justice system, where both hosts acknowledge legitimate concerns about racial and economic disparities in sentencing while debating different approaches to achieving fairness. Their military perspectives offer unique insights into institutional loyalty, highlighting how organizations often demand unwavering support without offering the same in return—a lesson Lance hints will be fully revealed in an upcoming episode about his retirement from the chaplain corps.

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When social media platforms collide with national security concerns, where should we draw the line? Our lively discussion begins with TikTok's unexpected resurrection after a planned shutdown, revealing deeper questions about America's priorities. While we panic over a Chinese-owned app, why do we barely notice that the same nation owns vast swaths of American farmland, properties, and infrastructure?
The conversation shifts to expectations for Trump's administration, where our guest expresses hope for reforms in taxation, healthcare costs, and education. But our hosts challenge these optimistic outlooks, drawing on historical patterns that reveal the gap between campaign promises and governing realities. One host pointedly asks: "If you hold up their resume blindly, what qualifies them for that position?" This ignites a passionate debate about meritocracy versus relationship-based appointments that cuts to the heart of how our government functions.
Perhaps the most thought-provoking moment comes when discussing "America's most hated man" – revealing that Martin Luther King Jr. once held that dubious distinction according to a 1967 poll. This historical perspective casts our current polarization in a new light, suggesting that today's villains might become tomorrow's heroes. Despite sharp disagreements throughout, our conversation concludes with a shared hope for national healing and unity beyond partisan divisions.
Whether you're politically engaged or simply trying to make sense of our divided country, this episode offers authentic perspectives that challenge assumptions across the political spectrum. Subscribe now and join our weekly conversation as we navigate these turbulent times together, always seeking common ground without sacrificing our principles.

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