Oh, how the times have changed. Not long ago, we were all expected to nod respectfully while Kamala Harris gave speeches that felt like Mad Libs assembled at happy hour. Now? Vice President JD Vance is out here doing interviews, cracking jokes, and actually making sense—a combo we haven’t seen in the VP’s office in years.
And who better to kick off this new era of common sense than journalist Vince Coglianese, who just took the mic from Dan Bongino to host his own radio show? For one of his premiere episodes, he sat down with Vance, and let’s just say it did not disappoint.
When Coglianese asked the million-dollar question—how is JD doing the job differently than Kamala?—Vance didn’t even hesitate. After some laughter, he delivered a line that would’ve melted Twitter if it still had moderators: “Well I don’t have… you know, four shots of vodka before every meeting.” Ouch. But also… accurate?
How are you doing your job different than Kamala did it?
JD Vance:
Well I do not start each meeting with 4 shots of Vodka. pic.twitter.com/2psHmusuxG— Big Fish (@BigFish3000) March 20, 2025
This wasn’t just a throwaway dig. Vance took a real swipe at the incoherence that defined Harris’s time in office. Remember the word salads? The infamous “the passage of time” speech? The awkward giggles when serious questions were asked? It always felt like she was prepping for a TED Talk and ended up at open mic night instead. Vance pointed out what most Americans were thinking for the better part of four years: how much alcohol would it take for a serious person to deliver answers that jumbled and still keep a straight face?
But Vance wasn’t just snark and soundbites—he followed up with a thoughtful (and frankly, generous) analysis of why Harris never hit her stride. His take? She wasn’t trusted. There wasn’t a genuine working relationship between her and Joe Biden. Imagine that. When you pick someone based on identity politics rather than leadership ability or ideological alignment, you end up with someone who’s politically untouchable but practically ineffective. Biden’s promise to pick a “Black woman” VP wasn’t about qualifications, it was about checking boxes—and Vance gently but clearly pointed out the consequences.
Let’s face it: Kamala Harris had four years to prove she could rise above the identity politics label and lead. She didn’t. Whether it was being sent to the border and never showing up, or awkwardly stumbling through basic questions on the world stage, Harris seemed more interested in dodging responsibility than owning her role. And the voters noticed—loud and clear in 2024.
Vance, on the other hand, is cut from a different cloth. His interview made it clear he’s not there for fanfare or photo ops. He’s there because President Trump wants him there, trusts him, and values his input. That kind of dynamic is rare in politics, but when it works, it works. Vance emphasized that he understands his role is to serve—not just the president but the American people. A Vice President who sees his job as supporting the Commander-in-Chief’s agenda rather than carving out a personal brand? What a concept.
And yes, it matters that Vance was chosen for his vision, not his demographic profile. He didn’t just show up to check a diversity box. He’s there to get things done. He knows it, Trump knows it, and the American people who voted for them in 2024 definitely know it.
This whole episode is a masterclass, in contrast. On one hand, you had four years of Kamala Harris trying to explain foreign policy with the same clarity as a high school group project. On the other, you’ve got JD Vance—confident, competent, and clear-eyed about what leadership looks like.
So yes, let’s “thank the Lord” that JD Vance’s portrait now hangs in the White House. Not because of who he is on paper but because of what he brings to the table: substance, service, and a clear understanding of the mission. The country deserves leadership that speaks with clarity and acts with purpose. And at long last, it’s getting just that.
Here’s the full episode:
