#5: From Bezos to Big Macs: Is America on Autopilot?

This week on the pod, Joe and Chris dive headfirst into what they’re calling a “filler episode” in the chaotic TV series that is America. From Amazon’s accidental tariff transparency and the White House’s explosive response, to McDonald’s unexpected global downturn, this episode unpacks the absurd, the political, and the just plain awkward.

Expect plenty of hot takes, conspiracy laughs, and unfiltered commentary on why America feels like it's on autopilot and what it means when your favorite fast-food joint starts taking losses.

Whether you're doomscrolling the news or just need something to chuckle at on your commute, this one’s for you. Listen now!

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Quick check-in: The 2025 tracker is stuck at 41%—and the vibes are stuck too.

01:10 – “This week feels like a filler episode.” What even happened?

01:30 – Amazon posts tariff costs on checkout screens—was it real or AI-generated fake news?

03:01 – The White House claps back: Was this a "hostile political act"?

04:04 – Bezos’ petty revenge or PR damage control?

05:22 – Trump reportedly calls Bezos—awkward doesn’t even cover it.

06:07 – Wild Bezos jokes, Johnny Sins comparisons, and NSFW tangents.

07:22 – Economic downturn talk: Are people just not buying anymore?

07:41 – McDonald’s blames anti-American sentiment abroad for losses—valid or deflection?

08:24 – Real talk: Is fast food too expensive for the average consumer now?