Ep. 1857 – Musk Gets It Right In Israel | The Ben Shapiro Show

Intro

In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the new film released by The Daily Wire called “Lady Ballers” and its controversial concept. He also dives into the changing landscape of comedy and Hollywood under Barack Obama’s presidency. Additionally, Ben talks about Elon Musk’s visit to Israel and his three-pronged plan to address the Gaza situation. Lastly, he explores the lack of moral clarity in media coverage and the rise of anti-Semitism, featuring an interview with activist Montana Tucker.

Main Takeaways

The Daily Wire’s “Lady Ballers” Film

• The Daily Wire released a new film called “Lady Ballers,” a comedy about women’s sports being transformed.
• Ben Shapiro discusses the trailer with the film’s director, writer, and star, highlighting the absurdity of the movie’s concept.
• The film explores the controversial topic of gender identity and its impact on sports.
• The idea for the film came about when the director decided to create a feature film within a short timeframe before leaving the country.
• The film aims to tackle unique and thought-provoking subjects that only the creators can bring to life.

The Changing Landscape of Comedy and Hollywood

• During Barack Obama’s presidency, the landscape of comedy and Hollywood shifted fundamentally, making it difficult to mock the absurd or tell jokes.
• Comedians were expected to be agents for social change rather than mock the absurd.
• Hollywood stopped making certain types of films during this era, changing the comedy landscape.
• The speaker expresses a longing for the great comedies of the early 2000s, citing Tropic Thunder and Dodgeball as examples.
• The speaker highlights the absurdity of grown men beating up women by calling themselves chicks, pointing out the lack of similar humor in mainstream culture today.

Elon Musk’s Visit to Israel

• Elon Musk visited Israel, meeting with families of hostages held by Hamas, touring sites of a massacre, and meeting with political leaders.
• Musk watched a video of Hamas terrorists committing atrocities and described it as horrifying.
• Despite a ceasefire, there are still military operations in the region.
• Musk outlined a three-pronged plan to address the Gaza situation: killing those who insist on murdering civilians, changing education to prevent training of new murderers, and building prosperity.
• This plan is aimed at destroying Hamas and other radical terrorist groups, and it’s the only strategy that has ever worked.

Lack of Moral Clarity in Media Coverage and Rise of Anti-Semitism

• There is a lack of moral clarity in media coverage, shaping public perception of conflicts like the Israel-Gaza situation.
• Anti-Semitism has increased, amplified through social media, affecting schools and restaurants.
• Montana Tucker, a model, singer, dancer, and activist, discusses her fight against anti-Semitism, inspired by her Holocaust survivor grandparents.
• Tucker has been using her social media platform to raise awareness about anti-Semitism and has been speaking out in person as well.
• The rise of propaganda and denialism on social media is a concerning trend.

Summary

The Daily Wire’s “Lady Ballers” Film

The Daily Wire has released a new film called “Lady Ballers,” which explores the controversial topic of gender identity and its impact on sports. Ben Shapiro discusses the film’s trailer with the director, writer, and star, highlighting the absurdity of the movie’s concept. The idea for the film came about when the director decided to create a feature film within a short timeframe before leaving the country. “Lady Ballers” aims to tackle unique and thought-provoking subjects that only the creators can bring to life.

The Changing Landscape of Comedy and Hollywood

During Barack Obama’s presidency, the landscape of comedy and Hollywood underwent a fundamental shift, making it difficult to mock the absurd or tell jokes. Comedians were expected to be agents for social change rather than mock the absurd, leading to a change in the types of films being made. Ben Shapiro expresses a longing for the great comedies of the early 2000s, citing examples like Tropic Thunder and Dodgeball. He highlights the absurdity of grown men beating up women by calling themselves chicks, pointing out the lack of similar humor in mainstream culture today.

Elon Musk’s Visit to Israel

Elon Musk visited Israel, where he met with families of hostages held by Hamas, toured sites of a massacre, and had meetings with political leaders. Musk watched a video of Hamas terrorists committing atrocities and described it as horrifying. Despite a ceasefire, military operations are still ongoing in the region. Musk outlined a three-pronged plan to address the Gaza situation, which includes killing those who insist on murdering civilians, changing education to prevent the training of new murderers, and building prosperity. This plan is aimed at destroying Hamas and other radical terrorist groups, and it’s the only strategy that has ever worked.

Lack of Moral Clarity in Media Coverage and Rise of Anti-Semitism

There is a lack of moral clarity in media coverage, particularly in conflicts like the Israel-Gaza situation. This lack of clarity shapes public perception and can lead to misconceptions about the number of civilian casualties and the precision of targeting terrorist groups. Anti-Semitism has seen a significant increase, amplified through social media, and affecting various aspects of society, including schools and restaurants. Montana Tucker, an activist and granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, has been using her social media platform to raise awareness about anti-Semitism and speaking out in person as well. The rise of propaganda and denialism on social media is a concerning trend that further complicates the issue.

Conclusion

In this episode of “The Ben Shapiro Show,” Ben discusses the release of The Daily Wire’s new film “Lady Ballers” and its exploration of the controversial topic of gender identity in sports. He also delves into the changing landscape of comedy and Hollywood under Barack Obama’s presidency, highlighting the lack of humor in mainstream culture today. Additionally, Ben covers Elon Musk’s visit to Israel and his three-pronged plan to address the Gaza situation, emphasizing the need to destroy Hamas and other radical terrorist groups. Lastly, he addresses the lack of moral clarity in media coverage and the rise of anti-Semitism, featuring an interview with activist Montana Tucker.