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In this solo episode, Ben Shapiro delivers a scathing critique of the 2024 Academy Awards ceremony, arguing that it exemplifies Hollywood's disconnect from mainstream American values. Shapiro highlights several moments from the broadcast, including Ryan Gosling's performance of 'I'm Just Ken,' John Cena's appearance, and Jimmy Kimmel's hosting duties. However, his focus quickly turns critical when discussing director Jonathan Glazer's acceptance speech, which Shapiro characterizes as morally bankrupt activism masquerading as principle. Shapiro argues that the entertainment industry consistently promotes what he views as a destructive moral framework while claiming intellectual superiority.

The episode then pivots to international affairs, with Shapiro examining the deteriorating relationship between the United States and Israel under the Biden administration. He discusses how Biden is beginning to create daylight between himself and Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu at a critical moment when Hamas is preparing for Ramadan. Shapiro presents evidence that the Biden administration is attempting to pressure Israel into a ceasefire that Hamas may seek to make permanent, fundamentally undermining Israel's security objectives.

Shapiro documents concerning trends in anti-Israel activism, including the arrest of a British pro-Israel activist by London police while anti-Hamas activists operate with apparent impunity. He also covers an incident where activists destroyed a portrait of Lord Balfour at a museum and notes protests outside a Dutch Holocaust museum. Shapiro emphasizes that Hamas has been caught falsifying casualty numbers, a detail he argues is ignored by mainstream media coverage focused on anti-Israel narratives.

A significant portion of the episode examines Biden's recent statements and apparent walking back of language regarding illegal immigration. Shapiro discusses how the Biden administration has become uncomfortable using the term 'illegal' to describe individuals who commit serious crimes while in the country illegally, referencing the case of Laken Riley's alleged murderer. Shapiro argues this represents a troubling prioritization of political correctness over honest discourse about border security and rule of law.

Shapiro also addresses Biden's recent claim that he is winning politically, analyzing the president's contradictory statements about Hamas ceasefire intentions. He covers Biden's slip into a hot microphone where he discussed having a serious conversation with Netanyahu, as well as comments from Congresswoman Jacobs suggesting there is no military solution to Hamas.

The episode concludes with Shapiro examining Biden's recent campaign advertisements and his struggles with teleprompter usage, suggesting these incidents reflect broader concerns about Biden's fitness for office. Shapiro contrasts Biden's difficulties with Trump's recent statements on various political matters, maintaining his broader argument that the current administration is pursuing policies that ultimately harm American interests both domestically and internationally.