Critical Thinking with Andrew Coppens

A new report suggests that so-called "breakthrough" research on Alzheimer's some 16 years ago was a total and complete fabrication. Imagine what has happened in the meantime, as all research went down this fake rabbit hole. It's a #WTFWednesday so we have plenty of drug stories, Chris Cuomo getting a new job and much more for you.

We had so much to talk about with Steve Deace that it didn't fit in to the program. So, here is the complete and full interview, unedited, for your viewing pleasure.

From an insane COVID situation on the remote island nation of Kiribati to Donald Trump's speech this past weekend, we're more convinced than ever that we really have learned nothing as a society over the past two-plus years. NOTHING. It's also a #TruthorFiction Tuesday and we dive in to the world of sports there. Follow us on Social Media: https://twitter.com/thecoppensshow https://twitter.com/thepatoneyshow https://criticalthinking.locals.com Show site: https://criticalthinkingshow.com

Andrew Cuomo will not make it through the summer and other statements get the Truth or Fiction treatment on the show today.

Joe Biden talks about guns and proves he knows absolutely nothing about them, yet we're supposed to take him seriously and lead us to a new common ground on gun control. Also, get bent with your hypocrisy on gun control while advocating for bail reduction for violent criminals at the same time. I also discuss the Mises Caucus taking over control of the Libertarian Party and more. Reading from today's show: Thomas Massie on Red Flag Laws: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2022/05/27/red_flag_laws_and_unintended_consequences_147668.html NYT on impact of school closures and remote learning: https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2022/05/29/upshot/pandemic-school-counselors.html?smid=tw-nytimes&smtyp=cur

Germany's health minister wants you to know that vaccine mandates aren't an obligation, they are voluntary. Don't worry, we're living in 1984 and he's the Ministry of Truth. Also, Joe Biden proves to be all the main characters of Anchorman in one press conference. His brain is working 60% of the time, all the time. We'll crown a new #RichardOfTheWeek and throw some stories in to the fish fry too.

Charlottesville is back in the news, but this time it is not for racial reasons. Instead, the city is demanding that all employees vaccinate or be forced to sign a piece of paper agreeing to restrictions on their jobs.

Amazingly, just on the eve of President Biden's State of the Union address mask mandates are being lifted by state and local officials in heavy-blue states. It's almost as if the only science being followed all along was political science. We also have a major announcement about the future of the show and we'll give you some #TruthOrFiction Tuesday action.

As we head in to the weekend we show you why Kamala Harris is the worst and also why the spirit of the age is certainly at work in our society.

Meet Ainsley Erzen, daughter of co-host of the Steve Deace Show, Todd Erzen. She's a national champion track athlete and she penned an op-ed and open letter to her state Athletic Union in defense of women in sports. It's one of the most courageous and best things we have seen in our life times. All that and we have a new version of "The Fryer" and a new Richard of the Week to crown.

On today's show, we ask the important question — is Majorie Taylor Green the right's version of AOC?

It's an #UncomfortableTruth Thursday on the show and we're talking about our government now telling us disagreement is terrorism. We also bring on Ainsely Erzen and her father Todd, to talk about her open letter in defense of girls in girls sports in the state of Iowa. Is there anyone that has spoken a more uncomfortable truth than her? We explore all of that today.

It's a Friday and that means our best and worst takes of the week! This week featuring CNN taking on Joe Biden's strange pattern of lies, the best and worst of Mitt Romney and why the Chicago Bears still suck!

We spoke with best-selling author and podcast host, Daniel Horowitz, about his brand-new book, "Rise of the Fourth Reich" on today's Critical Thinking. We cover what happened, how to fix it and is the GOP or any politician capable of giving us the accountability so badly needed?

A new paper by John R. Lott exposes exactly how the 2020 presidential election was rigged and it's exactly how Andrew and Pat thought it was — by rigging the system and running the system to benefit just one candidate. We'll explain more. Subscribe to the #CriticalThinking community: https://criticalthinking.locals.com/subscribe

Liberty's Last Stand is the theme of the show here in 2024. Today, Andrew is joined by Auron MacIntyre of The Blaze and host of the Auron MacIntyre Show to talk about liberty and a need for the right to recognize it's time for a new political formula if liberty can even be saved. Find Auron's Work at The Blaze: https://www.theblaze.com/u/auronmacintyre The Auron MacIntyre Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-auron-macintyre-show/id1657770114 Support our Sponsor, Coffee Brand Coffee: https://coffeebrandcoffee.com/discount/CriticalThinker?ref=m597JEC6V_ceI

It's a Deep Dive Thursday on the program and today Andrew and Pat are tackling the topic of marriage. We're seeing a record number of weddings in 2022, yet a declining percentage of people getting married and staying married. Also, people are waiting far longer in life to get married. What gives? Why? Is it culture, is it changing demographics and life expectancy? Also, what gives on divorce in 2022? Average Age of Marriage: https://www.brides.com/what-is-the-average-age-of-marriage-in-the-u-s-4685727 Divorce Stats: https://hernorm.com/marriage-and-divorce-statistics/ Mortality Stats: https://budgetmodel.wharton.upenn.edu/issues/2016/1/25/mortality-in-the-united-states-past-present-and-future#:~:text=In%201900%2C%20one%20in%2040,period%2C%20from%2047%20to%2079.

Elon Musk becomes the biggest shareholder of Twitter, following a two-week spat with the company. Baller move for free speech or just a petty move? We discuss that and what do you know...the Hunter Biden story has been right all along and may be even more dangerous than we previously thought.

On this #WTFWednesday Andy and Pat take a look at what was real & fake in the latest case of Facebook outrage. We speak to former Facebook Public Policy Director Katie Harbath about that and much more.

After the surprise parting of ways between Tucker Carlson and Fox News, Carlson breaks his silence. He comes with a message that I think we all needed to hear. Nikki Hayley spoke on Fox News and killed her 2024 GOP presidential bid in less than a minute. Hot takes don't equal winning. Also, the mortgage and housing myths you are hearing and reading about get taken on here on Critical Thinking.

Donald Trump continues to run to the left of everyone else in the GOP field on abortion. Is it a losing strategy as well as morally bankrupt? Also, has Donald Trump changed since 2016 and are the Atlanta Braves going to win the World Series this year? What about Americans having too much freedom? All that and more on this #TruthOrFiction Tuesday.

Kamala Harris seemingly lays down a few red lines, suggesting war is in the offing. We also speak with best-selling author, Daniel Horowitz, on his new book, "The Rise of the Fourth Reich" and discuss the need for a new Nuremberg-like trial for all that has occurred during the COVID era. Buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Rise-Fourth-Reich-Confronting-Nuremberg/dp/163758752X/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3SKVDVLDAX0SQ&keywords=rise+of+the+fourth+reich+steve+deace&qid=1676935853&sprefix=%2Caps%2C97&sr=8-1

Tim Ballard, founder and former CEO of Operation Underground Railroad (OUR), has had multiple allegations made against him of both a sexual and financial nature. Many have taken to condemnation and others to backing him up. But, in the court of public opinion it seems he's already guilty. It's par for the course in today's culture, but does it make it right or just? Nope. Do we know the truth? Nope. Yet everyone wants to jump to conclusions. Let's let the truth play out instead of rushing to any conclusion. Also, what's happening with the UAW and their strike against the big three automakers? A 32-hour work week for 40 hours of pay? A return to guaranteed pensions? What's it mean and what's the reality?

Steve Deace noted that about 60% of Iowa GOP voters don't believe Trump will be convicted or put in prison. Well, on the heels of Ecuadorian political candidate Fernando Villavicencio being assassinated in what looks like a political hit, we ask just how serious do you think the Authoritarians are and how unserious MAGA-forever and America 1st really is. Do they not get what's really going on? Also, the American Association of Pediatrics has announced a review of its 'gender-care' policies. Is that going to be good or bad?

Fani Willis and Nathan Wade had to testify in a hearing to dismiss them from the case against Donald Trump in Georgia and boy, oh-boy, did it not go as well as they thought it would in their heads or when they were on the stand. Willis admitted to felonies, looked like an unhinged and deranged witness at times and even wore her dress on backwards somehow. Also, I talk about the rest of the best and worst takes of the week and I examine Federalist Paper No. 10 in our continuing study of this important work in American civic life.