Ep 1308. Fri, July 19, 2019

On Fri, July 19, 2019, The Young Turks aired its 1308th episode of season 1. The episode, unlike any other, featured a panel of guest speakers comprising of renowned journalists, notable social commentators, and acclaimed political analysts who shared their opinions and perspectives on some of the most pressing issues of our time.

The first segment of the show focused on the antitrust hearing that took place earlier that week. The discussion revolved around how big tech companies such as Google, Amazon, Apple, and Facebook have grown too powerful and if they are violating antitrust laws to maintain dominance in the market. The debate led to a thorough analysis of how the government could regulate such companies without disrupting the existing market economy.

The next segment featured a discussion on the rising income inequality in America. The panelists debated how the policies of government have led to this disparity, and how the worst affected section - working-class individuals, face challenges in obtaining access to healthcare, education, and affordable housing. The conversation also addressed the need for policies that tax the ultra-rich and how the wealth distribution should be a priority of the government.

In the third segment of the episode, the panelists discussed the ongoing 2020 Presidential campaign, particularly the policies and strategies of Democrats versus Republicans. Brexit, immigration, and regulation of the financial sector were among the topics touched upon during this segment.

The fourth segment of the show focused on important issues in national politics. The panelists had a discussion on the Mueller report's findings and the impeachment proceedings. The conversation revolved around how the American public will react to the ongoing political turmoil, and if the impeachment process will influence the outcome of the 2020 Presidential election.

The fifth and final segment of the show focused on the debate surrounding the death penalty. The panelists discussed the ethical implications of the death penalty and how the public should define justice. The conversation led to a reflection of the role of media in influencing the public's idea of right and wrong, and how it should be regulated.

The episode also featured short segments that focused on stories that are relevant to the current political and social climate. Some of the topics included assault weapon bans, the women’s right to choose, the assault on LGBTQ rights, and the importance of voting.

Throughout the episode, the panelists provided their thoughts and perspectives from various political ideologies, thus creating a balanced representation of the issues discussed. The show was informative, engaging, and brought a fresh perspective to the burning issues of our times. It was an excellent episode overall, and its importance was only further accentuated by the sheer depth and breadth of discussions.