Luke Thomas Gets Political (LTGP)

Bari Weiss LAUGHABLY Presented As ’ICONOCLAST’ | Luke Thomas Gets Political

Bari Weiss was made ditor-in-chief of CBS News this week and strangely, was presented to the public as an iconoclast and brave truth teller. As Luke Thomas explains, this makes no sense since her entire career has been about preserving the ideological interests of the rich and powerful.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/

Van Jones Makes INSANE Anti-Palestinian ”Joke” | Luke Thomas Gets Political

Commentator and political flack Van Jones made an insane joke about dead Palestinian children on Bill Maher's HBO show. Luke Thomas reacts to the depravity.#billmaher #vanjones #lukethomas

The TRUTH About Alleged Leftist Shooter | Luke Thomas Gets Political

Luke Thomas: Another alleged “leftist attack” on an ICE facility is dominating headlines, but does the evidence actually support that claim? Luke breaks down the limited facts we have, what remains unclear, and why rushing to call this purely “left violence” misses the deeper reality.He explores the shooter’s reported online behavior, connections to 4chan and “edge lord” culture, and the broader issue of young men radicalized in chaotic online spaces. More importantly, Luke explains why audiences should remain skeptical when political leaders and law enforcement rush to frame events for partisan advantage.This discussion isn’t about excusing violence. It’s about asking hard questions: Are we getting the full picture, or just the convenient narrative? Why is skepticism toward official claims so essential, especially when the stakes are high?If you want deeper dives into how politics and media narratives collide, subscribe for more weekly analysis.Learn more, and join in on the conversation on Luke’s Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/#lukethomas #lukethomaspolitics #ICE Chapters:00:00 Leftist attack on ICE claim00:23 Unknown shooter motives01:17 State politicizing evidence02:00 Shooter targets unclear03:04 Shooter’s online life04:11 Confused political identity05:15 Online radicalization culture06:24 Reefer madness comparison07:31 White male radicalization trend07:55 Administration lies repeatedly09:00 Why skepticism is necessary

Bill Burr TORCHES Reputation After Saudi Comedy Festival

Comedian Bill Burr, despite his professed beliefs around speech and especially wealth inequality, somehow thought performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival was a good idea. The backlash has just begun.
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Bill Burr TORCHES Reputation After Saudi Comedy Festival | Luke Thomas Gets Political

Luke Thomas: Comedian Bill Burr, despite his professed beliefs around speech and especially wealth inequality, somehow thought performing at the Riyadh Comedy Festival was a good idea. The backlash has just begun.SUBCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/#billburr #comedy #lukethomas

Conor McGregor DEMANDS $100M For White House Fight? | Luke Thomas Gets Political

Luke Thomas Gets Political: Conor McGregor’s $100M demand for a UFC White House card and a request for 100 Gold Card visas sparks questions about UFC politics, the Trump administration, taxpayer funding, and possible protests. Luke breaks down how realistic the money ask is, whether visas could even be tied to a fight, and why a showcase on federal grounds would look less like sports and more like political payback. He also considers how much the broadcast might center the president, whether cabinet cameos matter, and what Fight Week in D.C. could feel like if the country is running hot.We get into the economics, the legal gray areas, and the fan perspective if you only care about good fights. Plus, how Luke plans to cover the action without participating in the spectacle.If you value clear analysis that separates hype from reality, subscribe for more weekly breakdowns and share this with a friend who follows MMA and politics.Learn more, and join in on the conversation on Luke’s Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/Chapters00:00 Conor’s $100M claim00:25 Gold Card visa reality01:10 Pricing himself out01:45 Fighters say wild things02:29 Cabinet on the broadcast03:41 Political payback explained04:15 Who pays for fight week04:49 How political it gets05:24 Protests and atmosphere06:50 Fans who want fights08:45 How Luke will cover it

Dem Leaders Act PATHETIC in Shutdown Battle With Trump | Luke Thomas Gets Political

Luke Thomas explains why Hakeem Jeffries and Chuck Schumer are doing nothing more broadly to resist Donald Trump and his administration, but also are flailing in their battle to prevent a government shutdown.

UFC’s Charlie Kirk TRIBUTE Backfires

The UFC’s decision to publicly honor Charlie Kirk during its Noche broadcast raised questions about politics, sports, and the company’s audience strategy. Luke digs into what this tribute signals, why the UFC has leaned toward courting a right-wing fan base, and whether fans are right to be concerned about political figures being spotlighted at sporting events.From the broader implications of Kirk’s assassination to the debates about valorizing his political project, this conversation explores how corporations shape narratives, why neutrality has disappeared, and why it matters for fans across the political spectrum. Luke also examines the fallout for both the left and the right, how tragedies become weaponized, and why Americans should resist being told they must praise or condemn ideas in lockstep.Don’t miss this nuanced breakdown of politics colliding with sports and culture.Subscribe to stay updated on more political commentary and analysis.Learn more, and join in on the conversation on Luke’s Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/Chapters00:00 UFC honors Charlie Kirk01:00 UFC’s right-wing audience shift02:05 Trump and UFC political ties03:18 Why neutrality is gone04:00 Charlie Kirk assassination fallout05:19 Shooter’s lack of foresight06:27 Consequences for students and country07:27 No evidence of trans link08:49 Who the real enemies are10:19 Comparing Kirk to MLK11:18 Weaponizing tragedy politically12:24 Kirk’s debating style and ideas13:51 Separating tragedy from politics15:28 Shared humanity vs. political projects16:29 Freedom to critique ideas

Jimmy Kimmel Fallout EXPOSES Free Speech Hypocrisy

Jimmy Kimmel’s sudden removal from late night TV has sparked a fierce debate about free speech, corporate media control, and political hypocrisy. What does this episode reveal about how power is wielded in today’s America? Luke breaks down the contradiction at the heart of the so-called “pro free speech” movement and why the Kimmel case is bigger than just one talk show host.In this video, we examine why the outrage over Jimmy Kimmel highlights deeper issues in U.S. media consolidation, the Disney stranglehold on entertainment, and how political forces are reshaping the boundaries of acceptable speech. Even those who never watched Kimmel’s show are now forced to reckon with the chilling precedent of his ouster.Luke also explains why boycotts like canceling ESPN+ subscriptions may not deliver the impact some hope for, and how shifting to Paramount could be no better. The conversation digs into media power, partisan narratives, and the difficult choices audiences face when almost every outlet is aligned with entrenched political forces.Subscribe for more sharp, unfiltered political analysis.Learn more, and join in on the conversation on Luke’s Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/Chapters00:00 Free speech hypocrisy today01:00 Sports media as early warning02:00 GOP power play examples03:00 JD Vance contradictions04:00 FCC threats and Kimmel05:00 Disney’s media monopoly06:00 Forced to defend Jimmy Kimmel07:00 Why boycotts won’t work08:00 No real alternatives in media09:00 Out of frying pan into fire10:00 Will there be pushback11:00 Closing thoughts and Substack plug

The Democrats SUCK at messaging | Luke Thomas Gets Political

Luke Thomas joins Reese Waters to break down why Democrats consistently fail at political messaging while conservatives thrive. The discussion explores how shifts in media power — from universities and mass media to YouTube, Substack, and independent platforms — reshaped the political communication landscape. Luke explains why liberals, once used to being the “name brand,” now find themselves struggling against a conservative movement that mastered alternative outlets and built stronger connections with audiences.The conversation also touches on the rise of online silos and how echo chambers shape political and cultural debates. Luke draws from personal experience to highlight how generations who grew up before the internet explosion had to develop social skills and resilience that many younger men today bypass, leaving them vulnerable to toxic manosphere ideologies.This thoughtful exchange reveals why messaging, communication, and authenticity matter more than ever in today’s fragmented media environment.If you’re interested in sharp, honest political analysis that digs beneath the headlines, make sure to subscribe to the channel.The full interview is available now on Reese Waters’ channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wt42oAO3g60Learn more, and join in on the conversation on Luke’s Substack: https://lthomas.substack.com/