Trump’s "Joe Rogan Problem" Could Actually Save Him From His Epstein Scandal

The Philip DeFranco Show

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🗓️ 6 August 2025

⏱️ 26 minutes

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0:00.0	It's so funny because when you look at the guys, that's never a topic of conversation. Yeah. What you look like? Yeah. Did you watch the football last night? It's never about, I'll watch your skincare routine. Whereas women walk into a room and because we've been taught to be pitted against each other. Yeah. Not always, but sometimes there's, oh my God, you know, I can't. It's a bit of a barrier. Yeah, yeah. and it shouldn't be there.
0:01.1	We should be trying to change that stereotype, believing that there is space for everybody. Trump's new Epstein distractions have worked, and now Joe Rogan may be a secret weapon to put the Epstein scandal to bed. The truth about Trump's big balls inspired DC takeover. This journalist just interviewed an AI shooting victim,
0:38.8	and what the hell is happening in Sudan right now?
0:41.1	We're talking about all of that and even more on today's brand new Philip DeFranco's show
0:45.0	you daily dive into the news, starting with this.
0:47.9	Journalist Jim Acosta just interviewed the AI avatar of a teenager who was killed in the Parkland
0:53.1	school shooting in 2018.
0:54.9	More kindness and understanding can truly make a difference.
0:57.8	Together, we can create a world where everyone feels safe and supported.
1:01.5	So that is an AI rendering of Joaquin Oliver, and it was created by his parents, Manuel, and Patricia.
1:06.6	And this week, they allowed Acosta to be the first reporter to interview him in honor of what would have been his 25th birthday. And right off the bat, you had Acosta asking it about gun violence. I was wondering if you could tell me what happened to you. I appreciate your curiosity. I was taken from this world too soon due to gun violence while at school. It's important to talk about these issues so we can create a safer future for everyone. What would you like to know more about?
1:30.4	Joaquin, I would like to know what your solution would be for gun violence.
1:36.8	Great question. I believe in a mix of stronger gun control laws, mental health support,
1:41.4	and community engagement.
1:42.4	The Costa then starts asking AI, Joaquin,
1:44.4	about his life and hobbies and interests.
1:46.8	Do you have a favorite movie or show?
1:50.2	Oh, I'm a big Star Wars fan for sure.
1:53.0	Star Wars is such an epic saga.
1:54.8	The adventures, the characters, and that iconic music are unforgettable.
1:58.2	And then after speaking with the AI,
1:59.4	you had Costa speaking to Joaquin's father.
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