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Fallacious TrumpPassing the Buck - FT#157In the one hundred and fifty-seventh episode we explore Passing the Buck, starting with Trump blaming Democrats, the Obama administration, a random conspiracy theorist, and mainstream media for his failures.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Liz Truss blaming everyone else for her economy, and Boris blaming everyone else for his parties during COVID.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Disclosure, The Last King of Scotland, and Star Trek Deep Space Nine.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in...2024-09-171h 32
Fallacious TrumpObfuscation - FT#146In the one hundred and forty sixth episode we explore the Obfuscation Fallacy, starting with Trump badly clarifying his support for Putin, Trump's Doctors pretending he wasn't given supplemental oxygen when being treated for COVID, and Kevin McCarthy denying something nobody accused him of.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris being suitably vague about his plans to run for leader and his missing WhatsApp messages, Mark Harper and Graham Stuart being unclear repeatedly about whether Lee Anderson and Frank Hester said racist things.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check...2024-04-011h 25
Fallacious TrumpPlaying Politics - FT#143In the one hundred and forty third episode we explore the Playing Politics Fallacy, starting with Trump blaming the border security related shutdown on Democrats and accusing them of blocking funding for the Paycheck Protection Program before we hear Jim Jordan, Ted Cruz and Bill Eiger avoid the gun control debate by clutching their pearls about Democrats politicizing mass shootings.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Rishi Sunak repeatedly accusing Kier Starmer of playing politics to deflect attention from all the playing politics that Rishi is doing, then hear Jacob Rees-Mogg attack UNICEF for feeding...2024-02-201h 45
Fallacious TrumpScapegoating - FT#141In the one hundred and forty first episode we explore the Scapegoating Fallacy, starting with Trump blaming China for COVID and immigrants for crime, as well as Elon Musk blaming the Anti-Defamation League for Twitter losing ad revenue.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at 30p Lee Anderson blaming food banks on people who can't cook, and Robert Jenrick blaming a lawyer for his (lack of) political career.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Little Caesars, In Sickness and In Health, and Bob's Burgers.Jim and...2024-01-231h 32
3 Famous GuysPart 2 of "A JOURNEY TO HELL, HEAVEN and BACK"!
Welcome to Part Two of the highly anticipated Three Famous Guys podcast interview with Ivan Tuttle, the brilliant author behind the captivating book, "A Journey to Hell, Heaven, and Back." In this episode, we delve deeper into Ivan's extraordinary experience as he recounts his awe-inspiring trip to heaven. Prepare to be enthralled as we unravel the secrets and profound insights that Ivan gained during his celestial sojourn. In "A Journey to Hell, Heaven, and Back," Ivan Tuttle takes readers on an extraordinary expedition into HEAVEN itself, offering a firsthand account of his breathtaking encounter with God, Jesus, and other...2023-06-1456 min
3 Famous GuysAuthor, Shirley White "DIVULGING DIFFERENT DIMENSIONS"
Today we have a remarkable guest in our midst. Joining us is the award-winning author, Shirley White, whose exceptional literary achievements have garnered worldwide acclaim. Today, we'll be diving into the realms of Shirley's latest masterpiece, "Divulging Different Dimensions," a book that has been creating waves in the literary landscape.
Shirley White has become a prominent name in the literary world, captivating readers with her unparalleled storytelling skills. "Divulging Different Dimensions" takes readers on an extraordinary journey, transcending the boundaries of reality and immersing them in a tapestry of imagination.
Critics and readers...2023-06-0639 min
3 Famous GuysDeborah Fennella, singer/songwriter, model, UK superstar
Welcome to another exciting episode of the "3 Famous Guys" podcast! Today, we have the absolute pleasure of introducing our special guest, Deborah Fennella, a phenomenal singer and songwriter who has captivated audiences around the world with her mesmerizing talent. With her enchanting vocals and heartfelt lyrics, Deborah has established herself as a force to be reckoned with in the music industry. Join us as we dive deep into Deborah's artistic journey, exploring her inspirations, creative process, and the incredible impact her music has had on fans worldwide. Get ready to be swept away by the undeniable talent and magnetic...2023-06-0546 min
3 Famous GuysAngela A Oakley - West Point Association of Graduates
Welcome to the 3 Famous Guys podcast! In today's episode, we have the honor of introducing you to Angela A. Oakley, a trailblazing professional in the realm of philanthropy. As the Major Gifts Officer at the esteemed West Point Association of Graduates, Angela plays a pivotal role in fostering impactful relationships and securing substantial donations to support the mission and vision of this prestigious institution. With her exceptional fundraising prowess, strategic acumen, and unwavering dedication, Angela has emerged as a driving force behind the association's philanthropic efforts. Join us as we delve into Angela A. Oakley's inspiring journey, exploring her...2023-05-3137 min
3 Famous GuysKiley Opsal - A star on the rise
Welcome to 3 Famous Guys podcast! In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with the incredible Kiley Opsal, a name that is making waves in the entertainment industry. Kiley, an emerging talent and a force to be reckoned with, has captivated audiences with her unmatched charm, wit, and magnetic personality. With an extensive background in acting and a passion for storytelling, Kiley's star is on the rise. Join us as we delve into her journey, explore her notable achievements, and gain insights into her artistic process. Get ready to be inspired by this rising star as we...2023-05-3129 min
3 Famous GuysA JOURNEY TO HELL, HEAVEN, and BACK!
Good afternoon, dear listeners of the 3 Famous Guys podcast! Today, we have a truly extraordinary episode in store for you—one that will take you on an awe-inspiring journey beyond the boundaries of life and death. Join us as we delve into the remarkable story of Ivan Tuttle, a man who has braved the depths of hell, ascended to the celestial realms of heaven, and returned to share his life-altering experiences with the world. But that's not all! Ivan Tuttle's captivating tale doesn't end with this podcast. He has also poured his incredible journey into the pages of his ne...2023-05-3057 min
3 Famous GuysLarry Hankin "That Guy"Larry Hankin is a renowned American actor, comedian, writer, and producer who has been entertaining audiences for over five decades. He is best known for his appearances in iconic movies and television shows such as "Escape from Alcatraz," "Seinfeld," "Breaking Bad," and "Friends." Recently, Larry Hankin has released his memoir titled "That Guy: The Saga of a Dubious Character in a Dubious Time," where he shares his incredible journey as an actor and artist in the entertainment industry. In this interview, we will discuss Larry's fascinating career, his experience working on some of the most beloved shows in television history...2023-05-051h 14
Fallacious TrumpPooh Pooh Fallacy - FT#102In the one hundred and number two episode we explore the Pooh Pooh Fallacy, starting with Trump calling the Green New Deal childish and describing a reporter's question as stupid.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Dominic Raab calling various things ridiculous nonsense, including the fact he was on a beach in Crete when he should have been coordinating the evacuation of Kabul, the fact that evacuation had been foreseen for a while, and the outrage over the illegal prorogation of Parliament.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples...2022-06-131h 17Fallacious TrumpGreater Good - FT#101In the one hundred and first episode we explore the Greater Good Fallacy, starting with Trump claiming Dems should stop resisting so he can get on with working for the common good, and Blue Lives Matter founder Joseph Imperatrice complaining about kneeling in the NFL.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at a Green Party broadcast from 2014, David Davis MP struggling to defend Boris, and Geoffrey Howe's resignation speech when he had had enough of defending Margaret Thatcher.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from 1984, Star Trek II: The...2022-05-301h 40Fallacious TrumpNeed for First Hand Accounts - FT#99In the ninety-ninth episode we explore the Need for First Hand Accounts, starting with Trump claiming historians can't know whether a Civil War battle took place because they weren't there, and that Maggie Haberman has no way of knowing whether Trump clogged White House toilets with documents .In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Sir Robert Goodwill MP's claim that the fact he hasn't personally been made aware of a specific person who died because Boris had parties during the lockdown, it's all fine. We also hear Rachel Johnson's views on lazy work-from-homers and Femi Oluwole...2022-05-041h 37Fallacious TrumpSilent Majority Fallacy - FT#98In the ninety-eighth episode we explore the Silent Majority Fallacy, starting with Trump implying people who don't protest are on his side and that people with ten flags on their boats are part of the silent majority.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at David Cameron's invocation of the silent majority in the run up to a vote on Scottish independence, and Scottish Tory leader Douglas Ross claiming the SNP's huge actual majority will be beaten by all the people who can't be bothered to vote.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we...2022-04-181h 38Fallacious TrumpArgument by Vehemence - FT#97In the ninety-seventh episode we explore the Argument by Vehemence, starting with Trump yelling at Peter Alexander and shouting over Joe Biden during their first debate.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson shouting and pointing at Kier Starmer during Prime Ministers Questions.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Matilda, The West Wing, and Citizen Kane.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which one of three Trump quotes Jim made up2022-04-041h 25Fallacious TrumpToupée Fallacy - FT#96In the ninety-sixth episode we explore the Toupée Fallacy, starting with Trump claiming he can always tell if an entrepreneur has read his books, and then claiming to be able to spot a contractor.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Priti Patel's claims about what the British people are tired of hearing about, and then what the British people actually think.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Wellington Paranormal, When Harry Met Sally and Shockproof.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake N...2022-03-211h 19Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Loyalty - FT#95In the ninety-fifth episode we explore the Appeal to Loyalty, starting with Trump accusing the press of hating America and the GOP accusing Cheney and Kinzinger of disloyalty for investigation Jan 6.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Debbie from the Midlands calling into talk radio to accuse anyone questioning Dominic Cummings' ridiculous Barnard Castle story of disloyalty. He then described MP Stuart Anderson's attack tweet to a journalist for telling the truth about Boris Johnson.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from The Simpsons, M*A*S*H...2022-03-071h 35Fallacious TrumpReification Fallacy - FT#94In the ninety-fourth episode we explore the Reification Fallacy, starting with Trump mischaracterising both Antifa and Science.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at various people claiming Jeremy Corbyn was unelectable, and hear Boris talking about the control we would get back after Brexit.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from The Mothman Prophecies, Leviathan and Steven WrightJim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which one of three Trump quotes Jim made up....2022-02-231h 33Fallacious TrumpIncomplete Comparison - FT#93In the ninety-third episode we explore Incomplete Comparison, starting with Trump pulling out of the Paris Accord and giving his opinion on Boris Johnson, and Dan Bongino getting the health outcomes in Democrat-run cities about as wrong as it's possible to get anything.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris building back better and claiming the Tory's plans for fuel discounts that aren't really discounts are better and faster.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Me You Madness; a collection of ads from McCain Oven Chips, Bounty...2022-02-111h 30Fallacious TrumpAmazing Familiarity - FT#91In the ninety-first episode we explore Amazing Familiarity, starting with Trump claiming to know what the Founders intended when writing the Constitution, and whether anybody has ever said I love you to a politician. Kevin McCarthy claims he knows why people voted for Biden, and Kayleigh McEnany claims Trump has never lied.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris knowing what it's like for regular folk in lockdown, and Kier Starmer, Liz Truss and William Cash knowing why other countries envy the UK.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out...2022-01-121h 28Fallacious TrumpSurvivorship Bias - FT#89In the eighty-ninth episode we explore Survivorship Bias, starting with Trump talking to literal survivors of coronavirus about using hydroxychloroquine, and telling people not to be afraid of Covid after he survived it, and South Carolina Republican Nancy Mace citing a study on natural immunity that relies heavily on this fallacy.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at MPs on both sides of the aisle claiming victory following the votes of no confidence against Theresa May.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Pirates of the Caribbean, QI, and...2021-12-171h 28Fallacious TrumpConflating Views - FT#88In the eighty-eighth episode we explore Conflating Views, starting with Trump lumping New Mexicans in with Californians regarding the Wall and claiming Biden had vowed to defund the police; and Candace Owens suggesting Rittenhouse disbelievers were more charitable to OJ.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Priti Patel being unsympathetic to immigrants (shock!) in the wake of the Liverpool taxi bomb last week.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Gone With The Wind, Breast Men, and The West Wing.Jim and Mark go head to...2021-11-291h 36Fallacious TrumpGotcha Argument - FT#87In the eighty-seventh episode we explore the Gotcha Argument, starting with Trump revealing how unprepared he was to answer foreign policy questions as a candidate, and failing to clarify Jared Kushner's statement on the Strategic National Stockpile.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Matt Hancock refusing to answer a question he didn't like, and Boris Johnson waffling an answer about refurbishing his apartment.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Game Change, Veep, and Parks and Recreation.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake...2021-11-161h 24Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Fiction - FT#86In the eighty-sixth episode we explore the Appeal to Fiction Fallacy, starting with Trump confusing a movie with real life around the southern border, and comparing himself to a notorious movie villain, before Don Jr misunderstands Orwell.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson attempting to pepper his speech on how great we all are with allusions to Greek mythology and muppets.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Clerks (The Animated Series), Be Reasonable, and I Am Legend.Jim and Mark go head to...2021-11-021h 37Fallacious TrumpBroken Window Fallacy - FT#85In the eighty-fifth episode we explore the Broken Window Fallacy, starting with Trump claiming tariffs would help the economy, and Texas and Mississippi Attorneys General arguing that banning abortions empowers women and stimulates interstate commerce.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson boasting that the abolition of Free Trade with the EU since Brexit means exporters only have one set of forms to fill in for the whole world, and the fact we can't get workers to drive petrol tankers means our economy is super strong if you think about it. In...2021-10-191h 17Fallacious TrumpSunk Cost Fallacy - FT#84In the eighty-fourth episode we explore the Sunk Cost Fallacy, starting with Trump justifying sending 4000 more troops into Afghanistan in 2017 based on the loss of life so far, then being unable to back down from his mistake about Hurricane Dorian hitting Alabama.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Tim Loughton complaining about the ongoing cost of paying the French not to stop migrants crossing the channel, and the overall concept of Brexit as a sunk cost fallacy.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from The Cleaner, Seinfeld, Star...2021-10-041h 20Fallacious TrumpDouble Standard - FT#83In the eighty-third episode we explore the Double Standard Fallacy, starting with Trump selectively accepting the media 'calling' the election depending on who won, Kayleigh McEnany claiming Biden's phone call to Ghani was impeachable due to a quid pro quo, and Candace Owens invoking absolute medical freedom but definitely not for abortion.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at David Cameron's inconsistent stance on using social media to arrange protests, Ed Miliband suggesting politicians who insult police should be held to the same standards as anyone else, and Boris Johnson's sister giving him excessive benefit of...2021-09-221h 20Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Nature - FT#82In the eighty-second episode we explore the Appeal to Nature, starting with Trump complaining about artificial light, Mike Pence asking how natural things like CO2 and coal can be bad, and Rand Paul suggesting the natural immunity gained by those who survive a deadly disease is way better than the artificial vaccine and never getting the disease in the first place.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the UK government's early flirtations with herd immunity as a natural response to COVID.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from...2021-09-081h 19Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Common Folk - FT#81In the eighty-first episode we explore the Appeal to Common Folk, starting with Trump claiming he's a blue collar worker, and then claiming he and his followers are actually super elites. Then Don Jr talks about how much he loves trucks, guns and meat.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Nigel Farage, who embodies this fallacy.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from SNL, Scrubs, and the Barbie version of the Prince and the Pauper.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the...2021-08-231h 14Fallacious TrumpJust World Fallacy - FT#80In the eightieth episode we explore the Just World Fallacy, starting with Trump blaming black victims of police shootings for resisting arrest and the site of a mass shooting for not having armed security. Then Eric Trump blames women who are sexually harassed for allowing themselves to be subjected to it, and Mo Brooks blames sick people for not living good lives.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Sajid Javid implying that people died of Covid weren't brave enough, and Dominic Raab claiming that people only had themselves to blame for being in expensive, inadequately...2021-08-141h 13Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Accomplishment - FT#79In the seventy-ninth episode we explore the Appeal to Accomplishment, starting with Trump talking about how successful his imaginary friend is, and suggesting non-successful people shouldn't be able to criticize people like him.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson touting the success of the very unsuccessful Track and Trace system.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from a Beauty and the Beast, The Bourne Legacy, and Smallville.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to...2021-07-271h 20Fallacious TrumpMcNamara Fallacy - FT#78In the seventy-eighth episode we explore the McNamara Fallacy, starting with Robert McNamara and Donald Rumsfeld, then moving on to Trump focusing on money instead of the environment and Don Jr equating refugees to Skittles.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson focusing on COVID cases to justify lockdowns and switching deaths to justify opening up again when the cases are inconveniently high.In the Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from a Last Week Tonight segment on standardised testing, The Muppet Christmas Carol, and medical research....2021-07-121h 25Fallacious TrumpIgnoring Linear Time - FT#77In the seventy-seventh episode we explore Ignoring Linear Time, starting with Trump saying Biden should have already done all the things he promised to do when he became President (including fixing the mess Trump made).In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Chris Philp defending Priti Patel's stance on immigration reform against claims that if the Tories could fix immigration they already would have.In a packed Fallacy in the Wild section, we check out examples from Yesterday, Castle, The Rookie, King of Staten Island and Eminem.Jim and Mark go head...2021-06-281h 23Fallacious TrumpFallacy of Worse Evil - FT#76In the seventy-sixth episode we explore the Fallacy of Worse Evil, starting with Trump saying Covid could have gone worse, and China is worse than Russia, then Louie Gohmert saying the insurrection wasn't the worse possible thing.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Matt Hancock, Dave Caesar and Dominic Cummings claiming Covid could have been (even) worse in the UK.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from 30 Rock, Tim Minchin and Richard Dawkins.Jim and Mark go head...2021-06-091h 05Fallacious TrumpTokenism - FT#75In the seventy-fifth episode we explore Tokenism, starting by explaining why Trump appearing in a photo with Rosa Parks doesn't mean he's not racist, and looking at other times he claimed he wasn't racist.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Sajid Javid not being an ally of the Windrush community, and Matt Hancock lying about Boris Johnson's track record on racism.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Spin City, That Mitchell and Webb Look, Superstore, and Sleeper.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake...2021-05-181h 23Fallacious TrumpAccent Fallacy - FT#74In the seventy-fourth episode we explore the Accent Fallacy, starting with Trump misrepresenting what Ilhan Omar and Joe Biden said, and Mitt Romney misrepresenting what Obama said.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson being intentionally vague about which Bill Labour wants to kill.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from My Cousin Vinny, Book of Mormon, Superstore, and a Persil ad.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark...2021-05-031h 18Fallacious TrumpCircular Reasoning - FT#73In the seventy-third episode we explore Circular Reasoning, starting with the GOP's reasons for not allowing witnesses in Trump's first impeachment trial, and then Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker arguing against legal weed.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the Boris Johnson kind of arguing both for and against lockdowns, and the UK Home Office questioning how sincerely a refugee's religious beliefs were.In an epic Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Catch-22, Idiocracy, Superstore, Erik the Viking, and the 2006 soccer World Cup Final.Jim and Mark go head...2021-04-201h 24Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Sincerity - FT#72In the seventy-second episode we explore the Appeal to Sincerity, starting out with Trump sincerely believing Covid is almost over (7 months ago), Democrats are pro-crime, and all his rallies were full.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the Boris Johnson being very confident about how well the UK is handling Covid, and Matt Hancock being so pleased with himself he even expects Piers Morgan to thanks him for the amazing job he's done.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Castle, Portal and...2021-04-051h 11Fallacious TrumpAnecdotal Fallacy - FT#71In the seventy-first episode we explore the Anecdotal Fallacy, starting out with Trump telling stories of employees whose children were turned autistic with vaccines, and friends who were cured by hydroxychloroquine.In Mark's British Politics Corner (yes, Mark is actually back!) we look at the Irish and Thai leaders explaining why they relied on anecdotal evidence when they stopped vaccinating people for a bit.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Mad Men and Enemies of Reason.Jim and Mark...2021-03-221h 10Fallacious TrumpFailing Occam's Razor - FT#68In the sixty-eighth episode we explore Failing Occam's Razor, starting out with Trump not understanding why he didn't get more mail in ballots and Lou Dobbs wondering why there's no proof of election fraud.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Therese Coffey and Baron McColl claiming obesity, age and population density are the reasons for the UK's atrocious COVID response.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from The Simpsons and Brothers & Sisters.Jim and Marsh go head to...2021-02-091h 07Fallacious TrumpProsecutor's Fallacy - FT#61In the sixty-first episode we explore the Prosecutor's Fallacy, starting with Trump misrepresenting a CDC study about masks and coronavirus.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Mark Francois confusing a claim by Will Self, and the Telegraph's reasoning regarding false positive coronavirus tests.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out real life legal cases including People v. Collins and the Sally Clark case.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to...2020-10-281h 27Fallacious TrumpContextomy - FT#60In the sixtieth episode we explore the Contextomy Fallacy, starting with Trump taking London Mayor Sadiq Khan out of context, and Bill Barr and Mike Pence doing the same to Robert Mueller and Ron Klain.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at both Boris Johnson awkwardly quoting song lyrics and Keir Starmer probably quoting himself.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from a newspaper ad for the movie Be Cool, an exchange between lawyers in an actual libel case, and Arrested Development.2020-10-121h 18Fallacious TrumpArgument by Slogan - FT#59In the fifty-ninth episode we explore the Argument by Slogan, starting with Trump rally crowds chanting "Lock her up!" and "Build that wall".In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the various slogans the UK government have tried out for Coronavirus.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Friends, Ryan Reynolds and the Colombian Tourist Board.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes...2020-09-291h 23Fallacious TrumpArgument by Gibberish - FT#58In the fifty-eighth episode we explore the Argument by Gibberish, starting with Trump talking nonsense about Obamacare and economic plans.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the drivel Matt Hancock talks about coronavirus tests.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Spies Like Us, Peter Sellers, a toothpaste ad and Billy Madison.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.2020-09-141h 12Fallacious TrumpAccelerating Truth - FT#56In the fifty-sixth episode we explore the Accelerating Truth Fallacy, starting with Trump claiming Robert Mueller really wanted to be his FBI Director.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the media's approach to a recent invasion of the UK by a few people in a rubber dinghy.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from a BBC documentary about Lewis Carroll, Twitter, and an episode of the podcast Be Reasonable..Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake...2020-08-171h 10Fallacious TrumpBase Rate Fallacy - FT#55In the fifty-fifth episode we explore the Base Rate Fallacy, starting with Trump boasting that the police kill loads of white people and falsely claiming he rebuilt the military.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson and Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez arguing about who's more coronavirusy.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Letterkenny and QI and the real life 1995 UK health scare over the pill.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News...2020-08-031h 12Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Ridicule - FT#54In the fifty-fourth episode we explore the Appeal to Ridicule, starting with Trump asking if he should tell the FBI every time he talks to the Queen, and claiming Biden is anti-windows.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Matt Hancock laughing instead of answering a question.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Dave Gorman, House M.D., and Friends.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess...2020-07-211h 11Fallacious TrumpAppeal to the Law - FT#53In the fifty-third episode we explore the Appeal to the Law, starting with Trump and Giuliani claiming that paying off Stormy Daniels and colluding with Russia were both fine because there's no law against it. Then we heard Louie Gohmert using a child's excuse for disrupting a Congressional hearing.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Dominic Cumming's defence for breaking the rules everyone else had to follow.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Air Bud, Frasier, and Terminator 2: Judgement Day.2020-07-061h 09Fallacious TrumpOverextended Outrage - FT#52In the fifty-second episode we explore the Overextended Outrage Fallacy, starting with Trump attacking immigrants, and following that up with Trump attacking protesters.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Priti Patel's outrage over statues being destroyed.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from X Men, Star Trek: Picard, and Jaws.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.2020-06-221h 21Fallacious TrumpArgument by Rhyme - FT#51In the fifty-first episode we explore the Argument by Rhyme Fallacy, inspired by Trump's "When the looting starts, the shooting starts" tweet. Then we hear some more fun with words from Trump and Kellyanne Conway.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the Boris's rhetorical devices which Boris is convinced make him sound like Churchill.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Johnnie Cochran and the first recorded ad jingle.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake...2020-06-081h 27Fallacious TrumpAlleged Certainty - FT#50In the fiftieth (yay!) episode we explore the Alleged Certainty Fallacy, starting with Trump claiming that everyone knows what crimes Obama committed. Then we hear 50 other things everyone knows according to Trump.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the government attempting to explain how Staying Alert is better than Staying Home.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Bee Movie, Singing in the Rain and Muppets Most Wanted.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News...2020-05-251h 19Fallacious TrumpHistorical Fallacy - FT#49In the forty-ninth episode we explore the Historical Fallacy, starting with Tucker Carlson claiming that since we flattened the curve, the lockdowns weren't necessary.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson claiming success and telling everyone how much worse it could have been.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Knowing and climate change denier Patrick Michaels.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of...2020-05-121h 18
Fallacious TrumpNo True Scotsman - FT#48In the forty-eighth episode we explore the No True Scotsman Fallacy, starting with Trump calling Republicans who disagree with him RINOs.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Ken Clarke being accused of not being a Conservative.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from The Simpsons and Bill O'Reilly.Jim and Mark go head to head in a very easy game of Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.Then we discuss why antibody tests probably aren't the key to...2020-04-291h 17
Fallacious TrumpRhetorical Question Fallacy - FT#47In the forty-seventh episode we explore the Rhetorical Question Fallacy, starting with Trump accusing healthcare workers of theft, and then impugning the integrity of a judge.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris attacking Jeremy Corbyn and Nigel Farage asking why we're really staying indoors right now.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Glenn Beck, South Park and Twin Peaks.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.Then we discuss...2020-04-131h 13
Fallacious TrumpHedging - FT#46In the forty-sixth episode we explore the Hedging Fallacy, starting with Trump lying about always knowing it was a pandemic, and then lying about Google's coronavirus website.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at lots of Tories lying about the £350 million they promised the NHS and then Priti Patel backtracking on the importance of low-skilled workers.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from When Harry Met Sally... and Dallas.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes J...2020-03-301h 11
Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Flattery - FT#45In the forty-fifth episode we explore the Appeal to Flattery Fallacy, starting with Trump tweeting compliments about the Prime Minister of Sweden and then lying to his supporters about how smart they are.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson flattering the people who voted for him and then his father Stanley Johnson covering for him with some environmental protesters.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from a L'Oreal advert, South Park, and H.G.Wells.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which...2020-03-161h 19
Fallacious TrumpWrong Tool Fallacy - FT#44In the forty-fourth episode we explore the Wrong Tool Fallacy, starting with Trump using the Dow Jones as a measure of the entire economy and Jared Kushner using number of pages as a measure of the quality of his Middle East peace plan.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the very concept of democracy itself, and then watch Arron Banks pit his high-school history against an actual expert.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from a homeopath, some Young Earth Creationists and Nigel Tufnell from Spinal Tap, and we learn a lot...2020-03-041h 21
Fallacious TrumpNirvana Fallacy - FT#43In the forty-third episode we explore the Nirvana Fallacy, starting with Trump lying about the Iran nuclear deal.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Nigel Farage complaining that the perfect version of Brexit wasn't happening.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Penn and Teller, and Chapo Trap House host Will Menaker, and Jim rants a little bit about Bernie Bros.Jim and Mark go head to head in a special State of the Union version of Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three anecdotes...2020-02-191h 11
Fallacious TrumpAd Hominem Circumstantial - FT#42In the forty-second episode we explore the Ad Hominem Circumstantial fallacy, starting with Trump tweeting about John Bolton's book and lying about Democrats wanting the wall.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson being confronted in a hospital and David Cameron lying about getting a letter from Ed MillibandIn the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Ali G and Futurama.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.Then we break...2020-01-311h 14
Fallacious TrumpFaulty Analogy - FT#41In the forty-first episode we explore the Faulty Analogy fallacy, starting with Trump talking about running the country like a business, comparing growth figures with China and suggesting we ban cars.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Ivan Lewis not calling a by-election and Boris Johnson talking nonsense about lobsters.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from The Simpsons, Friends, and abstinence only sex-education.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game in which Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up....2020-01-201h 18
Fallacious TrumpTexas Sharpshooter - FT#40In the fortieth episode we explore the Texas Sharpshooter fallacy, starting with Trump talking about new job numbers, claiming he intended the UN to laugh at him, and tweeting the only good metric from a very bad poll.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the post hoc claims of YouGov's polling methodology, and rival recruiting firms' very different takes on the same data..In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Numb3rs and Derren Brown, and also talk about an XKCD comic and five-thirty-eight's p-hacking tool.Jim and Mark go head...2020-01-161h 18
Fallacious TrumpShifting the Burden of Proof - FT#38In the thirty-eighth episode we explore Shifting the Burden of Proof, starting with examples from Trump tweeting about fraudulent votes and then talking about drones shot down near Iran.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson and Michael Gove dodging reporters questions and Jo Swinson suggesting the reporter go and do the research.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Luther, Christopher Hitchens and Bertrand Russell.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump...2019-12-101h 12
Fallacious TrumpCounterfactual Fallacy - FT#37In the thirty-seventh episode we explore the Counterfactual Fallacy, starting with examples from Trump talking about hypothetical wars with North Korea, and the terrible economy that would have happened if he hadn't won the election.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson and David Cameron talking about what would have happened if Brexit votes had gone differently.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Friends, Steven Spielberg, and Pete Townshend.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess...2019-11-261h 18
Fallacious TrumpEquivocation - FT#36In the thirty-sixth episode we explore Equivocation, starting with examples from Mick Mulvaney talking about Ukraine, and Trump tweeting about Hillary and The Failing New York Times.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Lisa Nandy talking to radio host Mike Graham about Brexit.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Alice in Wonderland, Monty Python and Abbott and Costello.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.Then we breakdown...2019-11-061h 10
Fallacious TrumpBegging the Question - FT#35In the thirty-fifth episode we explore Begging the Question, starting with examples from Trump talking about fake news, the Democratic debates and the Emmys.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Stephen Barclay and Sajid Javid's claims about the new Brexit deal.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Porridge and The Simpsons.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.Then we breakdown the insane letter Trump sent to Erdogan.2019-10-241h 08
Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Fear - FT#34In the thirty-fourth episode we explore the Appeal to Fear, starting with examples from Trump talking about sanctuary cities, Muslims and Civil War.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Priti Patel using scare tactics to warn people about Labour, and Boris Johnson having his cake and eating it.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Arrested Development, Mean Girls and The Simpsons.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up....2019-10-091h 13
Fallacious TrumpRed Herring - FT#33In the thirty-third episode we explore the Red Herring Fallacy, starting with examples from Trump claiming he'll knock the hell out of Isis to distract from the pussy grabbing tape and then insulting a Gold Star family.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson using an actual smoked herring as a red herring, and then not answering a question in creative ways.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Family Guy and The Simpsons.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark...2019-09-091h 08
Fallacious TrumpAppeal to Force - FT#32In the thirty-second episode we explore the Appeal to Force Fallacy, starting with examples from Trump reminding people how tough his followers are and then threatening unnecessary Senate investigations in an attempt to avoid being investigated himself.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Nigel Farage equating the fight for Brexit with a real fight, and Jeremy Corbyn invoking Percy Shelley to get the masses fired up.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Star Wars and Transformers: Age of Extinction.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of...2019-08-261h 10
Fallacious TrumpTraitorous Critic Fallacy - FT#31In the thirty-first episode we explore the Traitorous Critic Fallacy, starting with an example from Trump making excuses for his racist tweets.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at a Question Time audience member telling off an MP, and Noel Gallagher telling off the 'remoaners'.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from The Office and American Hustle.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And then we discuss the second Democratic...2019-08-121h 08
Fallacious TrumpArgument from Antiquity - FT#30In the thirtieth episode we explore the Argument from Antiquity, with examples from Trump on wheels, walls and steam catapults, and KellyAnne Conway on the Census.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson rewriting the history of the British Empire, and Jeremy Corbyn's fans cherry picking his own history.In the Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Parks & Recreation, Dr Oz and British stand-up Stewart Lee.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes...2019-07-301h 08
Fallacious TrumpArgument from Personal Incredulity - FT#29In the twenty-ninth episode we explore the Argument from Personal Incredulity, with examples from Trump on The Washington Post's sources and his own accomplishments.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson on being rude to the the French and Theresa May walking on glaciers.In an eclectic Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Schindler's List, Starsky and Hutch, Richard Dawkins, and Oasis.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up....2019-07-081h 08
Fallacious TrumpGish Gallop - FT#28In the twenty-eighth episode we explore the Gish Gallop, with examples from Trump's interview with the New York Times and a single day of tweets from Charlie Kirk.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Nigel Farage on immigrants and Jacob Rees Mogg on Brexit.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from climate change denier Marc Morano and creationist Duane Gish.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And then...2019-06-251h 08
Fallacious TrumpSingle Cause Fallacy - FT#27In the twenty-seventh episode we explore the Single Cause Fallacy, with examples from Trump tweeting about the stock market, and blaming violent video games for the Parkland shooting.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at four parties explaining their results in the European elections, and hear Nigel Farage defend himself against Hillary Clinton.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Blackadder Goes Forth and Friends.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made...2019-06-111h 16
Fallacious TrumpKettle Logic - FT#26In the twenty-sixth episode we explore Kettle Logic, with examples from Trump tweeting about tax fraud, and Giuliani arguing in the alternative.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Theresa May on TV complaining about Corbyn going on TV, and Boris Johnson lying about teabags.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from The Simpsons and A Few Good Men.Then we talk about our new competition, which you can enter at http://fallacioustrump.com/deadpoolJim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the...2019-05-2859 min
Fallacious TrumpSpecial Pleading - FT#25In the twenty-fifth episode we explore the Special Pleading Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about hiring foreign workers and Sean Spicer on golf.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Theresa May avoiding a question about Brexit and Russell Brand explaining why he doesn't vote.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Frasier and James Randi debunking a fake psychokineticist.Then we talked about our new competition, which you can enter at http://fallacioustrump.com/deadpool Jim and Mark go head to head in a game...2019-05-1359 min
Fallacious TrumpIgnoratio Elenchi - FT#24In the twenty-fourth episode we explore the Ignoratio Elenchi Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about Charlottesville and impeachment.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Theresa May avoiding a question about NHS funding and Michael Howard avoiding a question about Prisons.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Simpsons, a tweet about CO2 emissions, and Judgement at Nuremberg.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.We had a quick...2019-04-291h 13
Fallacious TrumpPoisoning the Well - FT#23In the twenty-third episode we explore the Poisoning the Well Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about Democrats, Mueller's team of angry Democrats, and election rigging (by Democrats).In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Theresa May turning on her own MPs, and Iain Duncan Smith calling Jeremy Corbyn a Marxist who supports Maduro.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out a brilliant example from Mean Girls.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made...2019-04-171h 14
Fallacious TrumpCherry Picking - FT#22In the twenty-second episode we explore the Cherry Picking Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about unemployment, poverty and those violent illegal immigrants.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at both sides claiming a kind of victory in the 2017 general election, and, of course, Brexit.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from 'Iron Man 2' and Christianity (by way of a clip from 'The West Wing') as well as Monty Python's Life of Brian.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has...2019-04-011h 10
Fallacious TrumpAd Hominem - FT#21In the twenty-first episode we explore the Ad Hominem Fallacy, with examples from Trump dismissing Senator Elizabeth Warren and lying about the lies of Senator Richard Blumenthal.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at David Cameron mocking Jeremy Corbyn's clothing and Theresa May mocking his views on education.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from a Time Warner Cable commercial and Arthur Miller's 'The Crucible'.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made...2019-03-1159 min
Fallacious TrumpHyperbolic Fallacy - FT#20In the twentieth episode we explore the Hyperbolic Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about his great memory and a selection of the things that he's the best in the world at.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Liam Fox being over optimistic about Brexit and Boris Johnson choosing an unfortunate adjective.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from 'American Dad' and Angelina Jolie's cancer doctor as well as John Lennon and Yoko Ono.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark...2019-02-261h 00
Fallacious TrumpLying with Statistics - FT#19In the nineteenth episode we explore the Lying with Statistics Fallacy, with examples from Trump tweeting about illegal immigration and comments from the State of the Union on women in the workforce and women being assaulted while migrating.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Theresa May lying about the Welsh NHS.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from 'Yes, Minister' and 'The Simpsons'.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.2019-02-1159 min
Fallacious TrumpArgument from Ignorance - FT#18In the eighteenth episode we are really excited to be joined by Michael Marshall from the podcasts Skeptics With A K and Be Reasonable and the Good Thinking Society.In this episode we explore the Argument from Ignorance Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about voter fraud and Ted Cruz's father.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson talking about Russian election interference and Theresa May claiming Corbyn doesn't have a clue.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Super 8 and 12 Angry Men and Marsh tells us about some of...2019-01-281h 09
Fallacious TrumpGuilt By Association - FT#17In the seventeenth episode we explore the Guilt By Association Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about NAFTA and Don Jr tweeting about CNN.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at David Cameron calling Jeremy Corbyn a terrorist sympathiser.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from King of the Hill, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, and Three Billboards Outside Ebbing, Missouri.Jim and Mark go head to head in a game of Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And...2019-01-1459 min
Fallacious TrumpArgumentum Ad Nauseam - FT#15In the fifteenth episode we explore the Argumentum Ad Nauseam Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about his yuge tax cut and his yuge border wall.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at Ed Miliband repeating himself in an interview and Brexit meaning Brexit.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out an amazing example from Ramsey's Kitchen Nightmares.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about the difficulty recruiting a new...2018-12-1759 min
Fallacious TrumpHasty Generalization - FT#14In the fourteenth episode we explore the Hasty Generalization Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about Mexicans.In Mark's British Politics Corner we look at the Leave Campaign's TV ad's claims about David Cameron and then bizarrely include a clip from The Grand Tour.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Batman and Friends.Jim and Mark go head to head in a particularly funny Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about Cohen pleading guilty and Manafort...2018-12-0359 min
Fallacious TrumpPost Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc - FT#13In the thirteenth episode we explore Post Hoc Ergo Propter Hoc, with examples from Trump talking about how he singlehandedly stopped planes crashing, while Obama was responsible for thousands of deaths in Chicago.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson's claims about the legacy of the London Olympics, and Paul Nuttall's theory on immigration and unemployment.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Friends and Sesame Street, and discuss superstition and pigeons in boxes.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to...2018-11-1959 min
Fallacious TrumpTu Quoque - FT#12In the twelfth episode we explore the Tu Quoque Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about all the other Presidents, Putin and puppets.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Theresa May and Jeremy Corbyn arguing during Prime Minister's Questions.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Friends and Fox News.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about voter suppression in Georgia and round up some of the...2018-11-0556 min
Fallacious TrumpConspiracy Theory - FT#11In the eleventh episode we explore the Conspiracy Theory Fallacy, with examples from Trump on the 'rigged' election, Obama's birth certificate and Kavanaugh's accuser.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at a conspiracy theory about - you'll never guess - that's right, Brexit!In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out a fantastic example from Monty Python's Life of Brian.Jim and Mark go head to head in in a special conspiracy theory themed Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we...2018-10-2558 min
Fallacious TrumpSlippery Slope - FT#10In the tenth episode we explore the Slippery Slope Fallacy, with an example from Trump defending Confederate statues and we discuss the difference between formal and informal logical fallacies.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson complaining about Brexit and Twitter users complaining about Owen Jones.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Friends and DirectTV ads.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about the Kavanaugh...2018-10-081h 00
Fallacious TrumpGalileo Fallacy - FT#9In the ninth episode we explore the Galileo Fallacy, with an example from Trump talking about the Gettysburg Address.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Vince Cable annoying bank bosses and David Treddinick believing in homeopathy.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Bedazzled and Frank Sinatra.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about Obama's return to the political debate and round up some of the other...2018-09-2458 min
Fallacious TrumpMoving the Goalposts - FT#8In the eighth episode we explore the Moving the Goalposts Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about Obama's birth certificate and his yuge electoral college win, and the entire administration's shifting stories on the Trump Tower meeting with the Russians.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson's goalpost moving over a referendum on the Euro.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Friends and Monty Python.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.2018-09-1059 min
Fallacious TrumpInconsistent Comparison - FT#6In the sixth episode we explore the Inconsistent Comparison Fallacy, with an example from Trump talking about regulations.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson's claim that tne NHS would get £350 million a week extra after Brexit.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out an advert from budget supermarket Aldi.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about Rudy Giuliani's claim that collusion isn't even a crime, and round u...2018-08-1549 min
Fallacious TrumpNon Sequitur - FT#5In the fifth episode we explore the Non Sequitur Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about global warming, and Paul Gosar talking about his dentistry/body language expertise.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson's attempt to avoid talking about austerity.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out The Chewbacca Defense and mock a Sacha Baron Cohen character.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about the Helsinki Summit...2018-07-3050 min
Fallacious TrumpFalse Dilemma Fallacy - FT#4In the fourth episode we explore the False Dilemma Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about immigration.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at the binary tribalism of Brexit.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out clips from Die Hard and According to Jim.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about Scott Pruitt's resignation and round up some of the other crazy Trump stories from the past week.You...2018-07-1645 min
Fallacious TrumpMoral Equivalence Fallacy - FT#3In the third episode we explore the Moral Equivalence Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about Nazis and immigrants.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson's thoughts on protests in Iran.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out Roseanne's racist tweet, Samantha Bee using a naughty word, and why the two are not the same.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game where Mark has to guess which of three Trump quotes Jim made up.And finally we talk about Mitch McConnell's plans to replace Anthony Kennedy before the midterms...2018-07-0844 min
Fallacious TrumpStraw Man Fallacy - FT#2Welcome to Fallacious Trump, the podcast where we use the insane ramblings of an orange man-baby to explain logical fallacies.In the second episode we explore the Straw Man Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about the 2nd amendment and abortion rights, and we discuss how to combat the Straw Man fallacy in an argument.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson's thoughts on bananas and Brexit.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out Kirk Cameron's views on evolution.Jim and Mark go head to head in Fake News, the game...2018-06-2349 min
Fallacious TrumpGenetic Fallacy - FT#1Welcome to Fallacious Trump, the podcast where we use the insane ramblings of a tiny-handed narcissist to explain logical fallacies.In the first episode we explore the Genetic Fallacy, with examples from Trump talking about Judge Gonzalo Curiel, Obamacare and global warming, and we discuss the difference between committing the genetic fallacy and considering the source like a good skeptic.In Mark's UK Politics Corner we look at Boris Johnson's accusations against Russia in the Skripal affair.In The Fallacy in the Wild, we check out examples from Friends and South Park.2018-06-1844 min
Finding Your Summit002: UCLA Football Head Coach Jim Mora, Jr.Mark interviews Jim Mora, Jr. who is currently UCLA's Head Football coach. Jim talks about growing up in a football family with his dad, Jim Mora, Sr. and what it was like to travel from city to city while his dad chased coaching jobs as he made his way up the coaching ladder. This would serve Jim well as he later became a 25 year NFL coach, including two stints as head coach for the Atlanta Falcons and Seattle Seahawks.Jim has had to overcome many obstacles as he has found his way to UCLA. We talk about the h...2017-06-1646 min
The Simply Human Podcast#110 Jim Laird & the Resilient Prankster
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On today’s show, Mark and Rick call Jim Laird and his dog to discuss the lottery (17:47). Then it’s another moderately funny edition of the Humans Being Human segment with Mel and the fake snow story (48:36). They wrap with the Tip of the Week which is -- set SMART goals.
They talk to Jim about bear attacks, puns, a barking dog, beating yourself up after the holidays, optimal foraging strategy, more bear attacks, back squatting, pick-up sports, lifting when you’re 90 years old, an...2016-01-151h 07