The Gracious Two - LIVE Show 049 - Marc Rizzo

The Gracious Two, Chad Garcey & John Rotolo welcome guest Marc Rizzo

Concerns about radical left-wing politics:

The Gracious Two, Chad Gracey & John Rotolo expressed concerns about the Minnesota governor's pick for lieutenant governor, Tim Walz, who they see as a radical left-winger. They criticize Walz for not calling in the National Guard during the 2020 protests and for signing legislation to allow undocumented immigrants to obtain driver's licenses. The Gracious Two discuss how they believe the Democratic party is trying to transform America into a "Marxist state".

Discussing the stock market and Apple's valuation:
The Gracious Two discuss the recent stock market crash, with Bobby noting opportunities to profit from the dips. They marvel at Apple's massive $3.1 trillion market capitalization, noting that it is larger than other tech giants like Google and Amazon. They praise Apple's ecosystem and the seamless integration between its products.

Challenges with social media censorship:
The Gracious Two express frustration with social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram censoring or "shadowbanning" conservative voices. They discuss how RUMBLE and X (Twitter) are ree speech-focused platforms that provide an alternative. Chad mentions starting a Rumble channel to post content without fear of censorship.

Welcoming guest musician Mark Rizzo:
The Gracious Two welcomes musician Mark Rizzo, who discusses his long career playing guitar, his preference for classic analog gear over digital equipment, and his work with bands like Soulfly. Rizzo also talks about his girlfriend Little C’s videography company and their collaborations with various metal bands.

Reminiscing about the music industry in the 90s:
Chad reflects on LiVe's rise to fame in the 90s, including having to drive long distances to play shows at CBGB's before getting signed. The Gracious Two & Marc Rizzo discusses how the music industry has changed, with the internet providing more avenues for artists to promote and distribute their music.

Concerns about government overreach and corruption:
The Gracious Two expresses concerns about the US government's funding of the Taliban, with Chad citing a report that the US is delivering millions of dollars in cash to the Taliban each week. They criticize the government's priorities, arguing that the money should be used to address domestic issues instead.

Recap and outro:
The Gracious Two wraps up the podcast, encouraging the audience to follow Mark Rizzo's social media channels and promoting their own social media presence on platforms like RUMBLE. They tease an upcoming Instagram Live show and thank the audience for their participation.