Talking Points with Tim Messer
Talking Points with Tim Messer
Tim Messer
He’s a twice-published author who gives his humorous takes on the day’s headlines and talks about any and all topics, including sports, religion, politics, et cetera, with an occasional personal story thrown in.
Special Saturday Edition of Talking Points
Today, I talk about Mother's Day memories of when my little brother tried to drive the family car at five years old. I also review the Netflix movie, Unfrosted.
May 11, 2024
9 min
Breaking Down My NBA Mt. Rushmore, But First a Word About "Peaceful Protesters"
Today I contrast the "peaceful protests" with the National Day of Prayer last Thursday. Then I give you my NBA Mount Rushmore.
May 7, 2024
15 min
Are You a Lukewarm Christian?
Today, I encourage you to ask yourself, "Am I a lukewarm Christian?" I discuss what the term means, some steps that I took years ago to bust out of that rut, and I suggest some things for you to try if you are looking to take the next step in your walk.
Apr 30, 2024
8 min
Title IX is Now a Female Athlete's Worst Enemy
Today, I clear up any confusion I may have caused last episode when discussing the passing of the world's oldest conjoined twins. I also discuss the Biden Administration's horrendous overhaul of Title IX, and it's potential adverse effects on biological females.
Apr 26, 2024
13 min
The World's Oldest Conjoined Twins Die at 62
Today I discuss the early playoff exits of the Warriors and Kings, as well as the impending exit of the Lakers. I also take a look at the lives of the world's oldest conjoined twins, Lori and George Schappell, who passed away at the age of 62.
Apr 24, 2024
7 min
Mike Schmidt May Be the Best 3rd Baseman of All Time
Today, I lay out in detail, using indisputable stats and facts, the bulletproof argument that Mike Schmidt was not only a better third baseman than George Brett, but possibly the best one in MLB history. Before I delve into that subject, I recall my own experience with the effect the mandatory minimum wage is already having on the fast-food industry. I also give my review of the popular new Netflix miniseries, Baby Reindeer.
Apr 21, 2024
8 min
Bakersfield Woman Goes Viral For All the Wrong Reasons
Today, I share some clips of a classy Pro-Palestine Bakersfield woman getting arrested at a city council meeting last week. I stay on the subject of Anti-Israel sentiment while addressing the coast to coast protests on April 15, which were designed to cause "economic impact". What is the Sleeping Dragon? If you aren't a professional protester, you probably don't know. I also briefly put on my movie critic hat and, finally, I talk about the latest athlete behaving badly.
Apr 17, 2024
12 min
Football Legend (and Murderer) O.J. Simpson Has Died
On Today's episode, I recap a busy news week, including Iran's missile strikes on Israel, the closures of 41 Outback Steakhouses and 53 Rite Aids. In sports, Yankees legend (?) Fritz Peterson passed away. He was a legend, but not for his on-field performance. I take a look back at O.J. Simpson's controversial life, and a couple of Norm MacDonald's best O.J. jokes.
Apr 14, 2024
11 min
A Brief History of the Rainbow
On today's episode, I play a clip of Jesse Watters discussing the number of days on the calendar devoted to LGBTQ, and I give a brief synopsis of the rainbow and it's use throughout history. I also talk about the Men's and Women's National Basketball champions, and the epic eclipse we barely noticed in California.
Apr 10, 2024
7 min
Caitlyn Clark, NHL, and the Oakland A's
Today, I briefly discuss the anniversary of MLK's assassination, play a real quick You May Be a Dummy, and touch of some of the sports news of the day.
Apr 5, 2024
6 min
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