About this episode

Jason Whitlock critiques the MLB All-Star Game's attempt at patriotism and its disconnect with the audience.

The MLB All-Star Game tried to be patriotic. Instead, it seemed desperate. From Patti LaBelle's stumbling national anthem and a cringeworthy fifth-inning "Sandlot" spoof to Miss America's rendition of "God Bless America" — baseball's midsummer showcase went all in on patriotism and came out looking like a try-hard political ad. Jason Whitlock breaks down why performative patriotism is worse than no patriotism at all — and what the MLB's All-Star spectacle reveals about a league that has lost touch with its own audience. ➢​​Today's Sponsors PreBorn has helped rescue more than 400,000 babies, and every single day, they continue that work by offering mothers something powerful and life-changing: an ultrasound. Will you help us? Just dial #250 and say the keyword “BABY” or donate securely at https://Preborn.com/FEARLESS  Mars Men is a natural supplement designed to support healthy testosterone levels - which can help your body burn fat more efficiently and build lean muscle. For a limited time, our listeners get 50% off for life plus Free Shipping AND 3 Free Gifts at https://MenGoToMars.com when you check out. ➢ Show Outline 0:00 - Jason Explains Why the MLB All-Star Game Was…

People in this episode

Host: Jason Whitlock

Topics covered

• MLB All-Star Game
• performative patriotism
• sports commentary
• cultural critique
• political correctness

Keywords

• MLB All-Star Game
• patriotism
• Patti LaBelle
• Colin Cowherd
• Lamar Jackson
• Chelsea Gray
• Texas
• sports commentary

Sponsors

PreBorn, Mars Men

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: MLB

Places: Texas

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