Episode 13 - Trump's Cabinet Picks: Wherein we discuss some of Trump's picks for his cabinet and why they may or may not do a good job.
00:11 - Introductions03:13 - Let's talk about Pete Hegseth05:24 - His own mother thinks he's a terrible human being?06:20 - I outrank him and am older...could I do that job?06:59 - His career mirrored Trump's?08:07 - The theme is disruption09:24 - Civilian leadership of the military10:58 - Lack of experience leading large organizations12:43 - He'll be the guy taking the late night phone call15:09 - Second in command on Nukes16:24 - Women in combat18:30 - We've already adjudicated this...21:20 - Different fitness standards in the military26:01 - We're old...28:31 - Will Hegseth be able to say No to Trump?31:04 - What is the role of the Cabinet?34:20 - Let's talk about Pam Bondi37:58 - Yes, but...39:29 - Tulsi Gabbard45:45 - The hill she chose to die on47:46 - Is Tulsi's shift a power play?51:05 - Comparing Tulsi Gabbard to Sanders and Manchin53:45 - What if Tulsi was nominated for a different position?56:03 - Dion puts on his MAGA hat for a second58:48 - Is she going to be a team player?1:00:01 - Discussion wrap-up and what's been making us happy
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