Rise of Vivek & RFK Jr, Romney Retires, Climate Protests

Romney Retires [00:27]
Climate Protests [14:48]
Rise of Vivek & RFK Jr [33:56]

Rikki is joined by guest co-host Isaac Saul, founder and author of the popular newsletter Tangle.

The rise of candidates like Vivek Ramaswamy and Robert Kennedy Jr. has shaken both Republican and Democrat establishments’ expectations for the upcoming election cycle. Rikki and Isaac discuss how their candidacies could shape the presidential race.

Citing “It’s time for a new generation of leaders”, Mitt Romney announced he would not seek re-election in 2024, retiring after one term. The hosts debate the timing of the announcement and whether other leaders should follow the 76-year-old’s lead.

There are ways to protest that encourage others to join a cause, and then there are methods that push potential supporters away. Rikki and Isaac discuss the latest tactics from climate change protesters and why many consider the approach ineffective.