Javier Bardem shouted 'No to war, free Palestine' at the awards, sparking applause and controversy.
The episode begins with a review of a recent awards ceremony, focusing on Hollywood's political engagement. The hosts note that the ceremony was generally apolitical, with presenters like Conan O'Brien making only mild jokes, unlike previous host Jimmy Kimmel who targeted Donald Trump. Javier Bardem's unexpected shout of 'No to war, free Palestine' is highlighted as the most political moment, sparking applause but also concern about backlash in Hollywood. The discussion contrasts this with actress Susan Sharandon's past activism on Palestine, which affected her career. The hosts analyze the winning film 'One Battle After Another' as a memorable work compared to past winners like 'Anora' or 'Moonlight.' They then address the lack of Latin representation at the awards, mentioning nominees Benicio del Toro, Guillermo del Toro, and Nidia Santiago, who all lost. The episode shifts to a political roundtable with Aracely Martínez, discussing California's Democratic Party. Martínez explains the 'Democra Rasturada' campaign launched by leader Rusty Hicks, which involves state polls to pressure low-polling candidates to drop out before the June 2 primary. The goal is to avoid vote dilution that could allow two Republicans to advance in a predominantly Democratic state. Martínez raises concerns that the campaign favors specific candidates, such as Eric Swalwell, who rose in polls despite being less known than figures like Javier Becerra. Accusations are made that the party is sidelining candidates of color, like Latino contenders, in favor of white, wealthy candidates such as millionaire Tony Steyer and Congresswoman Carrie Porter. The segment critiques the Democratic Party for elitism and lack of inclusivity in a diverse state like California, where over 40% of the population is Latino. The hosts reflect on how money influences politics, questioning whether only millionaires can become governor. The episode concludes with a look ahead to the primary elections and ongoing observation of party dynamics.
