# 198: Another Trump Assassination Attempt + Erika Kirk Gets Weird + Alien Spheres + Russell Brand's Bad Week

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Podcast: [Broken Simulation with Sam Tripoli and Johnny Woodard](https://stenobird.com/podcast/broken-simulation-with-sam-tripoli-and-johnny-woodard-641126)
Published: 2026-05-04T06:52:32+00:00
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There's a ton of weirdness around President Trump's would-be shooter, plus the Buga Sphere is back, King Charles visits America, Spencer Pratt has a chance, Jimmy Kimmel is in trouble (and so is Russell Brand), and so much more on this week's Broken Simulation with Sam Tripoli and Johnny Woodard. Go to www.brooklynbedding.com and use our promo code 'BROKEN' at checkout to get 30-percent off sitewide. This offer is not available anywhere else! Go to Quince.com/BROKENSIM for free shipping and 365-day returns! When you buy two months of BlueChew Gold, you get the third for FREE with promo code BROKEN at www.BlueChew.com! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos at https://ethos.com/broken. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. More stuff: Get episodes early, and unedited, plus bonus episodes: patreon.com/brokensimulation Social media: Twitter: @samtripoli, @johnnywoodard Instagram: @samtripoli, @johnnyawoodard Broken Simulation Hosts: Sam Tripoli, Johnny Woodard

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