This week, Lisa and David talk about political violence; the top 3 challenges facing the USA today; revisiting Project 2025 one year later and the legitimacy of the 2026 midterms; world travel in turbulent times; Canelo Álvarez vs. Terence Crawford boxing; Jordon Hudson on the sideline with Bill Belichick; "Unknown Number" Netflix documentary; Iran-Contra figures, Oliver North, 81, and Fawn Hall, 65, married 40 years after their roles in the scandal; and more.

In their conversation, David and Lisa condemn the political violence surrounding the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk and discuss the broader issues of political polarization, conspiracy theories, and the radicalization of the alleged shooter.

Additional Context for the Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford Sponsorship

The fight between Canelo Álvarez and Terence Crawford, which took place in Las Vegas, Nevada on September 13, 2025, was largely influenced and sponsored by Saudi Arabian entities.

The primary Saudi sponsors and key figures involved included:

* Riyadh Season: This is a major Saudi Arabian entertainment and sports festival, and it was a key sponsor of the event.

* Turki Alalshikh: The Chairman of the General Entertainment Authority of Saudi Arabia and president of the Saudi Boxing Federation, Turki Alalshikh played a significant role in making the fight happen. He is also a Saudi sports promoter and royal adviser.

The fight was also broadcast on Netflix as part of a four-fight deal with Canelo Alvarez and Saudi Arabia. In addition, the event was backed by the UFC and Netflix. The Saudi Arabian sports promoter Turki Alalshikh was also mentioned as a sponsor.

The main criticism centers on the concept of "sportswashing," where critics argue that Saudi Arabia uses high-profile sporting and entertainment events, like the Canelo vs. Crawford fight or the Riyadh Season events, to improve its international reputation and divert attention from its human rights issues.

Specifically, concerns are often raised about:

* Human Rights Record: Saudi Arabia faces criticism for its human rights record, including restrictions on freedom of speech, women's rights, and the handling of dissidents.

* Treatment of Migrant Workers: There have been reports of abuses against migrant workers involved in large-scale construction projects in Saudi Arabia, which are often tied to major events.

* Political Motivation: Some observers believe that Saudi Arabia's investments in sports are driven by a desire for global influence and power, rather than solely by a love of the sport itself.

While Saudi Arabia's involvement has brought significant financial investment to sports like boxing, leading to larger paydays for fighters and the staging of major events, these benefits are often weighed against the ethical considerations raised by their association with the country's human rights record.

Many involved in the sports industry, including athletes and promoters, have acknowledged these concerns, but often continue to engage in collaborations due to the substantial financial backing provided by Saudi entities.

Links:

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This Week in Outrage Substack (outrageoverload.net/twio)

"Unknown Number" grips viewers with small-town cyberbullying mystery (Axios)

Iran-Contra figures Oliver North and Fawn Hall marry 40 years later (BBC)

The strange fascination with Jordon Hudson and Bill Belichick (Vox - May 2025)