Quick recap of Today's Show:
The Gracious Two, Chad Gracey & John Rotolo discussed various topics including their social media experiences, issues with Facebook, podcast equipment, and future live podcasts. They also talked about a new musical charity, personal connections, and the challenges faced by professional musicians in Orange County. Lastly, they engaged in discussions about the music industry, the recent assassination attempt on President Trump, and concerns about crime rates, the bail system and immigration policies.
Social Media Presence and Fact-Checking:
The Gracious Two discussed their social media presence, focusing on their current platforms and issues encountered, including a deactivated Facebook page and throttling on Instagram. They also reviewed a fact-checking report about a social media post regarding an attempted assassination of President Trump.
FBI Involvement, Voter Fraud, and Media Criticism:
The Gracious Two discussed their suspicions about the FBI's involvement in the recent assassination attempt on President Trump, as well as their concerns about voter fraud in Georgia and the need for the Supreme Court to investigate the 2020 election. They also criticized the media's coverage of these events, accusing it of sensationalizing and manipulating the narrative for political gain.
Addressing Music Program Reductions and Community Building:
KC Annaloro discussed the challenges faced by professional musicians in Orange County, particularly the reduction of music programs in schools. The guys agreed that the loss of these programs is detrimental to students and society as a whole. KC then introduced the T-Street Zoo Music Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting young artists and highlighted the concept of musical mentorship. The podcast emphasized the importance of cooperation and community building in the arts, with initiatives such as the Mothership and the Grateful Jam. KC also shared that the T Street Zoo is a nonprofit organization aiming to raise funds for the local community.
KC's Music and Grateful Jam Festival:
KC & Neil L discussed Neil's recent solo release, "Moonshine," and his musical style, which he described as "cosmic blues," a fusion of traditional blues with psychedelic and jam band elements. He also shared his appreciation for live, unscripted music and lamented the current trend of overly-produced, electronic music.
Music Festival Growth and Foundation Plans:
KC & Neil discussed the exponential growth of a music festival held at Los Molinos and announced plans to establish a music foundation to provide an outlet for young musicians and offer tax benefits to donors. The first event is hoped to take place in October, pending the completion of a new venue.
Assassination Attempt & Secret Service:
TGT and Robert Hayes discussed the recent assassination attempt on President Trump, expressing their belief that the attempt was not staged but criticizing the lack of preparation and security measures on "Bobbay's World." They also voiced their concerns about the Secret Service's performance and leadership, specifically the appointment of a DEI hire from PepsiCo as the head of the Secret Service and the handling of the assassination attempt.
RFK Jr.'s Protection, Political Rhetoric and Violence:
The Gracious Two & Bobbay discussed controversy surrounding RFK Jr.'s request for Secret Service protection and the dehumanizing rhetoric used against him. They also criticized the double standards applied to conservative and liberal public figures on social media platforms. The podcast further discussed the issue of violence and political rhetoric, agreeing that wishing harm on any American citizen was unacceptable.
Crime Rates, Bail, and Immigration Discussion:
The guys discussed concerns about crime rates, the bail system and immigration policies. The guys expr
