cover of episode 768. Andy, Eric Schmitt & DJ CTI: Anniversary Of Terrorist Attacks, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Arrested & Dr. Fauci Hospitalized

768. Andy, Eric Schmitt & DJ CTI: Anniversary Of Terrorist Attacks, Telegram CEO Pavel Durov Arrested & Dr. Fauci Hospitalized

2024/8/27
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REAL AF with Andy Frisella

Chapters

Two astronauts face a prolonged stay on the International Space Station due to issues with Boeing's Starliner capsule, highlighting the challenges in commercial space endeavors and raising concerns about NASA's focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion over core mission objectives.
  • Boeing employees express embarrassment over SpaceX's rescue mission.
  • Astronauts stranded until 2025 due to Starliner's technical problems.
  • Senator Eric Schmitt emphasizes the importance of commercial space competition and a layered system for innovation.
  • Concerns raised about NASA's focus on DEI and its impact on mission success.
  • The internet and social media are powerful tools for propaganda and have contributed to societal division and isolation.

Shownotes Transcript

On today's episode, Andy & DJ are joined in the studio by the Senator from Missouri, Eric Schmitt. They discuss terrorist attacks that killed 13 U.S. Troops 3 years ago, Telegram's CEO Pavel Durov being arrested due to 'lack of moderation' on the platform, and Dr Anthony Fauci being hospitalized for 6 days with West Nile virus.