S7E775: The Last of a Patriotic Kind

Is UFC Freedom 250 the Rebirth of American Patriotism?Michael and The Old Man are back, dropping unapologetic truths and breaking down the cultural shifts in America. From Michael’s recent trip down to his Orlando property to the absolute spectacle of UFC Freedom 250 taking over the White House lawn, the guys dive deep into where our culture is heading, who is trying to stop it, and whether a cage fight on the executive grass is exactly what the country needs to unite.Key Discussion PointsThe Orlando Update & The Pivot: Michael opens the show with an update on his Florida property and asks the million-dollar question: When exactly did the cultural switch to "Full Conservative" happen?UFC Freedom 250 at the White House: The guys break down tomorrow's massive event on the South Lawn. Why are people losing their minds over it? Michael and Tom question why celebrating raw, grit-style American patriotism makes certain crowds so incredibly uncomfortable.The Double Standard: The Old Man pulls no punches when comparing the legal pushback against Dana White's event to past controversies. Why did a Federal Judge and the "Public Integrity Project" try to derail the UFC event over "safety protocols" and Department of Interior lawsuits, while the Biden Administration's infamous "Pride South Lawn" display faced zero scrutiny?The Rebirth of Patriotism: Tom talks about a surprising discovery—his neighbor Bob is actually a massive patriot, which shocked The Old Man. As one of the last of his kind, The Old Man predicts that UFC Freedom 250 will mark the official rebirth of true American patriotism.Facebook Fame & "The Pose": It’s not all heavy politics! The Old Man’s Facebook fans are making their voices heard, sending love to Tom’s iconic white beard and reacting to his brand-new photo "pose."Spencer Pratt vs. LA Corruption: Shifting gears to the West Coast, the guys look at Spencer Pratt taking on LA Mayor Karen Bass and local corrupt politicians (or "Ra na Ma ding dong") over the exploding homeless crisis. From LA to Seattle, the issue is growing—but Spencer isn’t done fighting the establishment just yet, despite the New Times spinning more narrative BS against him.This episode is proudly brought to you by:Thanks to Our Sponsors Barilla Italian SauceMorgan and Morgan (For the People)Panda ExpressConnect With The ShowListen & Subscribe: Follow us on SpotifyGear Up: Grab the latest gear at Savaged ShopHang Out: Visit our official home at The Old Man's Podcast