In this sharp and witty dialogue, Scott Douglas Jacobsen and Rick Rosner jump from the Dodgers’ playoff run and Shohei Ohtani’s brilliance to Trump’s monument ambitions, the decline of democratic institutions, and the absurdity of political theater. They dissect how randomness governs both baseball and governance, drawing parallels between sport, power, and personal resilience. Rosner critiques America’s authoritarian drift and reflects on creative life—from his daughter’s new book deal to his own search for purpose and a website mission statement. The exchange captures intellect, humor, and exhaustion in an era where spectacle often replaces reason.
Rick Rosner 