Episode 78
Millionaires on the Move: NYC's Great Escape! 🏃♂️💨
New York City's got some serious drama goin' on with their mayoral election, and we're here to dish the dirt! Turns out, a whole bunch of folks—like nearly a million—are ready to ghost the city if Zoran Mamdani, the new Democratic socialist on the block, takes the crown. I mean, who wouldn't want to bail when the guy's talking big taxes on millionaires and free bus rides? It’s like a reality show, but with more coffee and fewer roses! Join us as we break down the juicy details, throw in a little musical parody about rich folks packing their bags for sunny Florida, and ponder which millionaires will really make a run for it. So grab your snacks and let’s get ready to giggle while we navigate this wild political rollercoaster! New York City is buzzing with some serious drama over the mayoral election, and we’re diving into the juicy details! So, Haystack kicks things off by chatting about the wild idea that nearly a million New Yorkers might pack their bags and flee the city if the new mayor, Zoran Mamdani, takes office. Yep, you heard that right! This dude campaigned on some big-ticket items like high taxes for the rich, rent freezes, and even free bus rides. I mean, who wouldn’t want a free ride, am I right? But let’s break it down—9% of folks say they’re outta here if he wins, which translates to a good chunk of the population considering a one-way ticket to sunny Florida or somewhere less chilly than NYC in winter. It’s like a sitcom plot waiting to happen! Then, we get into the real comedic gold: a parody homage to a classic TV show, featuring a millionaire who hates the new mayor so much, he decides to ditch the Big Apple for the sunshine of Miami! Cue the laughter as we riff on the idea of millionaires packing up and leaving. Imagine them trading their penthouses for beachside cabanas! We’re not just talking about less rent; we’re talking about a mass migration of rich folks, and honestly, who knew politics could be this entertaining? So grab your popcorn, because this political drama is more fun than a reality show! As we wrap things up, we ponder whether these millionaires will really bounce, or if they’re just blowing hot air. It’s a wild ride filled with jokes, puns, and a whole lot of speculation. Whether you’re a die-hard city lover or dreaming of a life in flip-flops, this episode’s got something for everyone! Tune in, laugh along, and remember—if you see a rich guy in a flip-flop, he might just be escaping the socialist nightmare of NYC!
Takeaways:
- New Yorkers are feeling the heat about their mayoral election, like melting ice cream!
- If Zoran Mamdani wins, a bunch of folks might just pack their bags and bounce.
- Nine percent of NYC peeps say they’re outta here if the socialist takes over!
- Millionaires moving to Florida? Sounds like a flip-flop of epic proportions!
- Rent prices might get better if all the richies skedaddle to Miami!
- Who knew a poll could stir up so much drama? New York's like a soap opera!
Transcript
Good morning.
Speaker A:It's Haystack.
Speaker A:And New York City's mayoral election is stirring up some civic anxiety.
Speaker A:According to a poll, nearly a million New Yorkers have said that they would leave.
Speaker A:Now, this was before the election, said that they would leave the city if Zoran Mamdani, a Democratic socialist candidate, takes office.
Speaker A:Well, Zoran Mamdani was the victor.
Speaker A:And so the question is, is will they, you know, will they actually do it?
Speaker A:I mean, this Zoran Mamdani campaigned on big ticket stuff like high taxes on millionaires and corporations, rent freezes, free city bus rides, free big time childcare stuff.
Speaker A:And this poll again, now, this was taken before the election.
Speaker A:Nine percent of New York City residents, about 765,000 people, said they would definitely leave if he Wins, while another 25% said they would consider it.
Speaker A:Now, you know, let's put your money where your mouth is.
Speaker A:9% said they would definitely leave, which means 3% will definitely leave.
Speaker A:25% said they might, which means 2% might.
Speaker A:But who knows?
Speaker A:It could be action that happens.
Speaker A:All I know is the thought of millionaires leaving reminds me of one of the greatest television shows in history, although kind of in reverse order.
Speaker B:Come and listen to a story about a millionaire.
Speaker B:A New York tycoon who hates the city's mayor, thinks mom Donnie is a socialist nut.
Speaker B:So he packed up his place and moved to Florida.
Speaker B:Golf, that is sunshine.
Speaker B:No state tax.
Speaker B:Well, the next Saturday, you know, New York is really poor.
Speaker B:Millionaires don't want to live there anymore.
Speaker B:At least the rent is gonna be cheap.
Speaker B:When the rich people move, all the money will leave, relocate.
Speaker B:That is Miami.
Speaker B:The village is the Manhattan millionaires.
