cover of episode Timcast IRL #1124 Elon Musk SLAMS FEMA Over FAILED Hurricane Response w/ Josh Seiter & Adam Johnson (Lectern Guy)

Timcast IRL #1124 Elon Musk SLAMS FEMA Over FAILED Hurricane Response w/ Josh Seiter & Adam Johnson (Lectern Guy)

2024/10/5
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Elon Musk criticizes FEMA's hurricane response and offers Starlink assistance, sparking a public debate with Pete Buttigieg about government efficiency and private sector involvement in disaster relief.
  • Elon Musk challenges FEMA's response, highlighting the need for internet access via Starlink.
  • Pete Buttigieg denies blocking aid, but Musk's tweets draw attention to the situation.
  • Dolly Parton donates to relief efforts, demonstrating private sector altruism.
  • Questions arise about the government's prioritization of search and rescue over other vital services.

Shownotes Transcript

Hannah Claire, Phil Labonte, & Carter Banks are joined by Josh Seiter & Adam Johnson for a special episode of BRIMCAST IRL where the crew discusses Elon Musk slamming FEMA's failed response to the Hurricane Helene disaster, Trump blasting the government's response to Hurricane Helene, reports of over 70 dead in Haiti amid rising gang violence, and Joe Biden saying he's worried about political violence.

Josh Seiter is a social media influencer and former The Bachelorette contestant who gained attention for sharing his personal journey with mental health, sobriety, and advocacy for mental wellness.

Adam Johnson, also known as the "Lectern Guy," is a social media figure who gained viral attention after being photographed carrying a lectern during the January 6, 2021 U.S. Capitol riot.

Hosts: 

Tim @Timcast (everywhere) 

Hannah Claire @hannahclaireb (everywhere)

Phil @PhilThatRemains (X)

Serge @sergedotcom (everywhere)

Guests:

Josh Seiter @josh_seiter_official (instagram)

Adam Johnson @LecternLeader (X)

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