Appeal to Definition
In the one-hundred-and-ninety-fourth episode, we look at the Appeal to Definition, starting with Trump relying on specific definitions of MAGA and 86.In Mark's British Politics Corner, we look at Boris Johnson and Theres…
Fallacious Trump
Ever find yourself in a conversation where something just sounds off, but you can't quite pinpoint the flawed reasoning? That's the territory Fallacious Trump explores, though it stretches far beyond a single figure. Hosts Jim & Mark have built this podcast around a simple, potent premise: using glaring public examples, primarily from Donald Trump's rhetoric but also pulled from UK politics and everyday pop culture, to dissect the formal logical fallacies that shape so much of our discourse. Each episode isolates one specific fallacy-like ad hominem attacks, false dilemmas, or appeals to emotion-and breaks down how it works. You'll hear the actual clips and statements, followed by a clear explanation of why the logic fails. It’s not just about identifying these tricks in others; the discussion always turns toward practical self-defense. Jim & Mark dig into the psychology of why these fallacies can be so persuasive, offer advice on how to avoid using them yourself in heated debates, and suggest effective strategies for countering them when they’re deployed against you. This makes the show a unique blend of current events, philosophical logic, and social commentary, delivered with a mix of exasperation and wit. For anyone looking to sharpen their critical thinking and navigate today’s chaotic news and culture landscape with a more discerning ear, this podcast provides an engaging, often darkly humorous toolkit.
Episodes
Definist Fallacy
In the one-hundred-and-ninety-third episode, we look at the Definist Fallacy, starting with Trump redefining profit, temperament, and his opponents.In Mark's British Politics Corner, we look at definitions of socialism f…
Didactic Fallacy
In the one-hundred-and-ninety-second episode, we look at the Didactic Fallacy, starting with Trump talking about assassinations and tariffs.In Mark's British Politics Corner, we look at Jacob Rees-Mogg reminiscing about…
Galileo Fallacy (Redux)
In the one-hundred-and-ninety-first episode, we take another look at the Galileo Fallacy, starting with Trump being compared to Galileo and Einstein, Karoline Leavitt defending RFK Jr, and Rick Perry denying climate chan…
Spin Doctoring
In the one-hundred-and-ninetieth episode (in which we swap roles Freaky-Friday-style), we explore the Spin Doctoring Fallacy, starting with Trump and co lying about the murders of Renee Nicole Good and Alex Pretti by ICE…
Old Fallacies, New Examples - part 5 (Bonus)
As you know, we occasionally go back and take a second look at fallacies we've explored before, but we're never going to get to them all, and we keep seeing examples out there, so we thought we'd gather some together in…
Old Fallacies, New Examples - part 4 (Bonus)
As you know, we occasionally go back and take a second look at fallacies we've explored before, but we're never going to get to them all, and we keep seeing examples out there, so we thought we'd gather some together in…
State of the Union 2026 Fact Check Special Bonus Episode!
I watched the State of the Union so you don't have to (probably should have warned you in advance - sorry about that!), and I checked if anything Trump said was true.Here's the result.Advertising Inquiries: https://redci…
Old Fallacies, New Examples - part 3 (Bonus)
As you know, we occasionally go back and take a second look at fallacies we've explored before, but we're never going to get to them all, and we keep seeing examples out there, so we thought we'd gather some together in…
Old Fallacies, New Examples - part 2 (Bonus)
As you know, we occasionally go back and take a second look at fallacies we've explored before, but we're never going to get to them all, and we keep seeing examples out there, so we thought we'd gather some together in…
