What Happened When Van Lathan Called Out Theo Von
Van Lathan discussed the recent SCOTUS VRA ruling and its implications for the Deep South during a live show in Los Angeles. He also shared a personal anecdote about a gym encounter with comedian Theo Von and reflected on the civil rights movement with his grandmother. The conversation touched on broader themes such as political deprogramming and the challenges of contemporary activism.
- ▪Van Lathan joined Tim Miller to discuss the SCOTUS VRA ruling and its impact on the Deep South.
- ▪He recounted a gym encounter with comedian Theo Von.
- ▪Lathan reflected on the civil rights movement with his 88-year-old grandmother.
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Playback speed×Share postShare post at current timeShare from 0:000:00/Preview3What Happened When Van Lathan Called Out Theo VonTim Miller, Sam Stein, and Sarah LongwellMay 25, 2026∙ Paid3ShareVan Lathan joined Tim Miller at the Los Angeles live show to break down the SCOTUS VRA ruling and what it really means for the Deep South—including a conversation with his 88-year-old grandmother who thought the civil rights battle was already won. Plus: Van's gym run-in with Theo Von, whether MAGA can be deprogrammed, and why he's not the one to do it (but Tim might be).Leave a commentAs always: Watch, listen, and leave a comment.
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