19. The Smartest Dumb Person You Know

Ever wonder if politicians are the ultimate “smart dumb” people? They’ve mastered self-promotion but have a hard time with, you know, actual governing. We’re unpacking the absurdity of voter priorities, then we dive into the weird reality of running cities like NYC—$112 billion budgets with a salary that barely attracts the capable. No wonder the candidates look... familiar. And to cap it off, a look at personal ambition, misguided social media flexes, and the bizarre ways people define “success.”Got questions or think we missed a spot? Drop us an email at [email protected] and get in on the conversation!