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The Ben Ferguson Podcast

NPR Lawsuit Unpacked, the Fight for Women’s Sports plus Comey & a Message in the Sand Week In Review

The Ben Ferguson Podcast

iHeartPodcasts

Politics, News, News Commentary

4.94.7K Ratings

🗓️ 31 May 2025

⏱️ 30 minutes

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Summary

  1. NPR Lawsuit Against the Trump Administration:

    • NPR and Colorado public radio stations filed a lawsuit challenging an executive order by President Trump that defunds NPR and PBS.
    • The hosts criticize the lawsuit, arguing it misuses the First Amendment to justify taxpayer funding for what they describe as biased media.
  2. Debate Over Transgender Athletes in Women's Sports:

    • The episode discusses California's policy shift in response to federal pressure, allowing biological girls to retain championship slots even if outperformed by transgender athletes.
    • The hosts frame this as a political victory and a sign of retreat by progressive leadership.
  3. James Comey Controversy:

    • Former FBI Director James Comey is accused of posting a cryptic image interpreted as a veiled threat against Donald Trump.
    • The hosts allege Comey’s actions are politically motivated and potentially criminal, referencing federal statutes on threats against the president.
  4. Media Bias and Political Polarization:

    • The episode critiques mainstream media outlets, particularly NPR and PBS, for alleged liberal bias.
    • It includes audio clips and commentary on statements made by NPR’s CEO, Catherine Maher, during congressional hearings.
  5. Electoral Strategy and Public Opinion:

    • The hosts discuss how issues like transgender participation in sports are resonating with moderate voters, especially women, and influencing campaign strategies.

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0:00.0

This is an I-Heart podcast.

0:04.2

Why should you listen to Armstrong and Getty on demand?

0:07.9

We're not boring.

0:08.9

A lot of news is boring.

0:09.8

And tedious.

0:10.7

And depressing.

0:11.3

And makes you angry.

0:12.7

You don't want to live your life like that.

0:15.0

Hey, I'm Jack Armstrong.

0:16.0

He's Joe Getty.

0:16.7

We're Armstrong and Getty.

0:17.8

We try to bring you the truth.

0:18.9

And help you figure out this crazy modern world.

0:21.4

How about something about a comedic tone?

0:25.7

We have a winner.

0:27.3

Yes.

0:28.4

Listen to Armstrong and Getty on demand on the Iheart radio app.

0:31.4

Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcasts.

0:34.1

In the fall of 1986, Ronald Reagan found himself at the center of a massive scandal that looked

0:40.3

like it might bring down his presidency.

0:43.0

It became known as the Iran-Contra affair.

0:46.7

The things that happened were so bizarre and insane, I can't begin to tell you.

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