Pants on Fire

In this thought-provoking episode of The Unfounded Podcast, Christopher Turner takes a deep dive into the complex nature of dishonesty—how it manifests in public discourse, entertainment, and personal integrity. Using two striking examples from recent media, Turner analyzes the ways deception influences perception and trust. The first discussion centers around a moment from the PBD Podcast, where Chris Cuomo is confronted with a clip highlighting his actions during COVID. Turner breaks down Cuomo’s response, examining the broader implications of accountability and public trust in media figures. Later, the episode shifts to a revelation from comedian Nikki Glaser on Tigerbelly, where she shares that her recent performances—on the Tom Brady Roast and her latest special—were crafted with the help of other writers and comedians. What does this mean for authenticity in entertainment? How do audiences reconcile creative collaboration with personal representation? Beyond these examples, Turner explores the spiritual side of lying—why it’s considered a fundamental sin and how deception disconnects individuals from truth, both internally and collectively. He argues that dishonesty, whether in media, politics, or personal identity, erodes trust and fosters self-deception, ultimately contributing to societal chaos. If you’re ready for an honest conversation about truth, perception, and integrity, tune in for this powerful episode of The Unfounded Podcast. Lots of Love <3 @christhasage Follow Me on TikTok! Donations @ LinkTr.ee Follow the PBD Podcast Follow the Tigerbelly Podcast References - In order as shown during the show. Chris Cuomo 2020 CNN Clip - @magnushickey PBD Podcast - Episode 406 Tigerbelly Podcast - Nikki Glaser & The Roast of Tom Brady Jordan Peterson on Lying - @philothoughts Resources - In order as referenced during the show Dream Catcher by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4650-dream-catcher License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Drone in D by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3680-drone-in-d License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Peace of Mind by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4199-peace-of-mind License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Music for Manatees by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4102-music-for-manatees License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Perspectives by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4207-perspectives License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Evening Fall (Harp) by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3720-evening-fall-harp- License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Deliberate Thought by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/3635-deliberate-thought License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ #Truth #Lying #MainstreamMedia #COVID-19 #PersonalHonesty #ChrisCuomo #NikkiGlaser #PBDPodcast