I would choose typescript over either; but if not given such an option, would choose javascript over python.

Node shows that this is false. You live in a 2002 bubble if you still think anyone would choose any language over Javascript any time. Python to me only ranks above PHP and I wouldn't use it at all if it weren't for its math/ML subcommunities.

I guess I'm not anyone, then: given a choice, I'd pick JavaScript over most non-Lisps