Honesty Hour with Riley Lewis: Recent Episodes
Riley Lewis
My name is Riley; I'm a Political Scientist and Peace Practitioner with a passion for discussing the most pressing social issues of our time. Join me for a journey into the nature of politics and peace. Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/riley-mlewis/support
Today is election day and there are hotly contested elections happening across the US. In today's episode, we discuss the primary election process, Joe Biden's approval numbers, and how these numbers impact the Democratic party's political strategy.
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Approximately fourteen weeks after the invasion of Ukraine, Russian forces hold 20% of Ukrainian territory. In addition, the US has approved a bill that earmarks $40 billion in aid to Ukraine. What's more, the failure to stop the outbreak of violence in Ukraine is indicative of the international system's inability to serve its own purpose. Thus, we explore the future of the multilateralism and political integration.
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In today's episode, we investigate the recent mass shooting in a grocery store in Buffalo. We talk about the broader culture of violence, proactive policy proposals for preventing such atrocities from happening again, and the cultural roots of such violence.
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Russian President Vladimir Putin recently gave his "Victory Day Speech," however he made no mention of the disastrous war in Ukraine. What's more, Putin offered several justifications for his war on NATO, which is an inaccurate reframing of the conflict for his own benefit.
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A leaked draft opinion in favor of overturning the Roe v. Wade 1973 ruling has some people feeling happy and others feeling anxious and angry. Today, we dive into the draft, what it means for American politics, and why the Supreme Court is gradually evolving into a political body.
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Elon Musk, the CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has recently purchased Twitter. In today's episode, we cover everything that you need to know about Elon's vision and values and how he plans to change the direction and climate of Twitter.
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New reports show that 100% of Russian forces are on Ukraine's Eastern Front. To bolster the resistance, the US has pledged an additional $800 million in military aid and the European Council has pledged approximately $540 million USD. Will this be enough to stop the Russian forces in their tracks, or is it time to get directly involved?
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Putin is clearly an autocrat, running an engineered surveillance state based on a petro-economy. Well, considering the disastrous outcomes of the invasion thus far, one might wonder if there will be a coup or a massive social upheaval. To this point, how do autocracies fall, and what would a post-Putin Russia look like?
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Russian forces are regrouping in Belarus and parts of Eastern Ukraine. Meanwhile, Ukrainian officials are preparing for a "major" offensive in the east. Finally, Putin met with the Austrian Prime Minister today; this is the first meeting between Putin and a European Leader (outside of Zelensky).
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The Russian invasion of Ukraine is catalyzing a renaissance; a rebirth of liberal internationalism in the wake of a political crisis. In other news, German Intelligence officials intercepted a message in which Russian soldiers discussed killing civilians in Bucha "for pleasure." These comments highlight the brutality behind the invasion.
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NATO ministers are meeting in Brussels to discuss a new round sanctions, looking to increase the pressure on Putin. In addition, Russian forces are regrouping and rethinking their strategy.
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New satellite images reveal mass graves in Kyiv, which is officially in Ukrainian hands. Meanwhile, Russian forces are regrouping in Belarus, which has Polish officials worried. In addition, recent negotiations in Turkey indicate some potential progress, according to US and Ukrainian officials.
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Russian forces are regrouping in Belarus after suffering significant losses in Kyiv. In the meantime, the United States is sending personal protective equipment to Ukraine in the event of chemical or biological attacks. Finally, the midterm season is approaching and recent polls show that Biden's least popular rating is the number one issue on the average American's mind: the economy.
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Putin's forces continue to suffer significant losses in Ukraine, prompting Putin to recalculate his military offensive. In the meantime, Ukrainian officials have signaled that neutrality is on the table. Moreover, today's episode is about the effort to rebuild Ukraine-- an initiative based on the assumption that Putin will pay reparations to the Ukrainian people.
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One month into the invasion of Ukraine, Vladimir Putin is recalculating. What's more, recent negotiations between Russia and Ukraine in Turkey may produce a pathway to peace talks. That said, US officials, including President Biden and Secretary of State Antony Blinken, are skeptical of Putin's underlying motivations.
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We know about Putin's objectives, we understand the Ukrainian government's goals, but the Western world's objectives remain unclear. In today's episode, we explore the global response to the invasion, the upcoming summits in Brussels, and President Biden's trip to Europe to meet with NATO leaders.
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Ukrainian intelligence reports suggest that Putin may face significant political upheaval for his actions in Ukraine. To that end, his political career will forever be stained by the blood that has been shed in recent weeks. Furthermore, historians and pundits are pondering the idea of a post-Putin Russia; when will it happen and how will a regime change impact the world?
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We have entered the 4th week of Putin's invasion and things are quite ugly. Over 1,000 missiles have been fired since the invasion began, Russian forces are targeting civilians, and Putin is looking to China for assistance. In addition, Putin is rewriting history and reframing his behavior as rational, inevitable, and noble.
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Russian forces have stalled in the fourth week of their invasion. Meanwhile, the Ukrainian resistance is holding strong and the Russian army has suffered significant losses. In this episode, we discuss Ukrainian President Vlodomyr Zelensky's address to the US Congress and how Putin's actions are reshaping the global order.
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NATO forces are officially conducting military exercises in Latvia, which joined the organization in 2004. Meanwhile, a Russian air strike on a maternity ward in souther Ukraine has the world reeling, and ceasefire negotiations between Ukrainian and Russian officials have stalled.
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"President" Putin claims that he is willing to exit Ukraine on the condition that several key demands are met: Ukraine must dismantle their forces, rewrite their constitution, acknowledge Crimea as Russian territory, and relinquish control over two allegedly "independent" cities in Eastern Ukraine. Meanwhile, Americans have mixed feelings about a US response the consequences of our response.
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European Allies continue their fight for peace, despite the fact that Russian forces are not abating. Meanwhile, historians and political scientists are beginning to highlight indicators of a pre-war Europe. In light of this analysis, the EU and NATO are working together to provide Eastern Europe with munitions, money, and people. Will this aid be enough to deter Vladimir Putin? And what about the future of European peace and security?
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Are we officially done with Covid? Can we expect inflation to subside in the coming weeks? Does Putin have any idea what he's in for? In last night's State of the Union Address, President Biden touched the most salient political challenges facing the United States and the world.
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Russian Dictator Vladimir Putin has destabilized the entire world order with his invasion of Ukraine. Putin's goal is two-fold; rebuild the Soviet Union and undermine the global liberal order. In this episode, we ask two questions: why Ukraine, and why now?
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Does the global community have an obligation to stop a Russian invasion of Ukraine? The looming political tension is unsustainable, Russian President Vladimir Putin is surrounding Ukraine, and this might be the beginning of the largest European military campaign since the second World War.
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Intelligence reports and satellite imagery depicts Russian troops and military equipment on the Ukrainian border. President Biden says there will be consequences for a European military invasion- the likes of which hasn't occurred since World War 2. Will diplomatic negotiations be enough to defend the Ukraine from an invasion?
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New polling data shows that Americans are closely split on the Russia-Ukraine scandal. Generally, there are two camps; the isolationists and the interventionists. In this episode, we explore these philosophies and the political implications of our approach to the Ukraine question. In addition, we discuss some pressing threats to democracy within the United States.
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New polls show a clear shift among Latino/a American voters away from the Democratic Party. The real question is, are Latino voters leaving the party or is the party leaving them? Also, the attack on Joe Rogan is not about principle, it's about politics.
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Joe Rogan is arguably the most popular person in podcasting. He's published nearly 2,000 episodes with guests from all walks of life, including doctors, lawyers, activists, authors, athletes, musicians and scientists. That said, he has recently come under fire for a wide variety of reasons. In this episode, we explore the controversy surrounding Rogan and the broader political context of the situation.
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President Biden is joining forces with newly-elected New York City Mayor Eric Adams to implement a community-based policing model. Violent crime has skyrocketed in major cities across the US, especially following the "defund the police" movement, which Adams and Biden oppose. Moreover, violent crime is an important issue for average Americans and Biden's handling of crime will certainly be a factor in the upcoming midterm elections.
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In this episode, we resume exploring the challenges facing global governance. For example, we focus on the policy response to Covid-19 and the behavior of malicious political actors, such as Vladimir Putin.
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President Biden addressed the United Nations Security Council about the political ramifications of a Russian invasion of Ukraine, stating that the Western response will be "swift and severe." Meanwhile, Congressional and state-level Democrats are navigating an identity crisis and a messaging crisis ahead of the 2022 midterm elections.
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Historically, the United States has been at the forefront of democracy promotion and social justice. However, the modern liberal order, which has promoted peace and justice at home and abroad, is faced with a destabilization campaign that is spear-headed by China, Russia, and Iran. How will the liberal order respond to tyranny on the world stage?
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With the midterm elections just months away, Congressional Democrats are yearning for a legislative victory. Polls show that Biden's approval ratings are underwater, there is no sign they will bounce back, and the American people are shifting toward Republicans. Biden's back is against the wall and he's running out of time, will he be able to maintain control of Washington come November?
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Several new polls show that Americans are increasingly pessimistic about the future of American politics. The animosity, hostility, polarization and partisanship is undermining our spirit and degrading the soul of this nation. In today's episode, we explore these dynamics and a possible antidote to the apathy and tribalism of our time.
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Today is one year anniversary of President Biden's inauguration and this episode covers the defining moments of Biden's first year.
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According to a new Politico poll, 37% of American voters believe that President Biden is failing to execute. What's more, Biden's current approval is between 35% and 40%, making him the second least popular president in American history. In this episode, we ask one simple question: why?
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Today we discuss some of the GOP's strategy for regaining control of one or both chambers of Congress in the 2022 midterm elections. In addition, we explore some of the key issues that will shape the outcome of the midterms, including Biden's handling of covid, inflation, jobs reports, vaccination mandates and the US withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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The past week has been a tough one for President Biden; an immigration scandal, the Supreme Court declared the private sector vaccine mandate to be unconstitutional, inflation is a 40-year high, and a poll from Quinnipiac University shows that 33% of respondents approve of Biden's handling of the job. What does this mean for the upcoming midterm elections?
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A new poll from Quinnipiac University finds that 33% of Americans approve of the Biden Administration; but what does this shift in popularity mean for congressional Democrats? Meanwhile, a mass exodus out of blue cities into red states highlights some of the most pressing issues for Democratic incumbents.
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New reports about the Consumer Price Index show that inflation has reached 7%, which is the highest it's been since 1982. While there are some positive workforce trends, Jerome Powell and the Biden Administration have acknowledged that the increase in costs is "too high." In this episode, we discuss fiscal responsibility, the externalities of government spending, and the Build Back Better agenda.
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Americans, and the world, is growing frustrated with the mixed messaging coming from the CDC. To that end, CDC Director Rochelle Walensky is undergoing media training. In addition, public health officials, epidemiologists, and biologists are highlighting the harmful impacts of school closures, which have been deemed completely unnecessary.
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New polling finds that up to one third of Americans believe that violence is justified. In addition, many Americans believe that there will be a civil war within their lifetime. In this episode, we explore the core drivers of such division, the major stakeholders, the context in which polarization is occurring, and possible solutions.
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In this episode, I evaluate the medley of propaganda and buffoonery surrounding the events that transpired on January 6th, 2020. Furthermore, I provide necessary context about the cultural ethos and social conditions of the moment.
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President Biden has announced that he will address the nation on Thursday, January 6th, from Capitol Hill. In this episode, we explore the realities surrounding lawlessness and the breakdown of order in the United States. Moreover, we explore the cultural mindset and core drivers of violence in this country, and what it means for unity, peace, and social order.
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Members of the progressive left, who seem to be dissatisfied with President Biden's performance, are contemplating the idea of challenging Biden in the 2024 presidential primaries. Clearly, many Americans are beginning to lose faith in Joe Biden and savvy politicians are responding to this dynamic. Furthermore, we discuss Biden's impact on American politics and his future within the Democratic Party
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The midterm elections are 10 months away; all 435 seats in the House are up for reelection, the Senate is tied 50-50, and 36 governorships are also expiring. Meanwhile, Biden's poll numbers are flagging, Harris's poll numbers are abysmal, and Republicans are preparing for a battle over swing states such as Pennsylvania, Ohio, Michigan, Wisconsin, Nevada, and Georgia.
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The Biden Administration has high expectations for the new year as they hope to pass the Build Back Better Act. However, midterm elections are around the corner and the current political landscape is much more favorable for Republicans. To that end, today's episode is about the measures that Biden must take in order to prevent the GOP from regaining control of one or both chambers of Congress in November.
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In today's episode, we discuss the nature of progress and the degradation of America's high-opportunity metropolitan areas with a focus on New York City. What's more, newly-elected NYC Mayor, Eric Adams, is promising to counter the excesses of contemporary progressive ideology with his own form of grounded pragmatism.
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Tonight, Senate Democrats are set to have a virtual caucus in order to discuss the vote for the Build Back Better Act. Despite this vote, internal strife has the Biden Admin on the ropes. Furthermore, what was supposed to be a year of normalcy became a year of heightened animosity and ideological radicalism (from all sides).
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Progressive politicians are changing their tune on crime. As crime surges in every major American city, from Philadelphia to San Francisco, public safety and security is becoming a top priority for voters. In this episode, we analyze some of the core drivers of crime, the external conditions in which it happens, and what policymakers can do to remedy the conflict.
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In this episode, I explore the range of policies that are deemed acceptable by the mainstream American electorate, otherwise known as the Overton Window. In addition, I explore how politicians and media personalities use a narrative approach to shift the window and persuade their constituents to support certain legislation.
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Nancy Pelosi is left speechless after a reporter inquires about the significant spike in San Francisco's crime rate. Meanwhile, I explore the omicron variant of Covid-19, the medical measures being taken to address it, and the social costs of such measures.
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In this episode, we discuss the underlying dynamics that are responsible for record high levels of inflation. We all explore those who are most impacted by inflation, and what they can do to persevere. Meanwhile, the Biden Administration is attempting to gain support from Trump supporters in rural communities; but will it work?
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The midterm elections are just around the corner and Congressional Democrats are struggling to put forward a single policy platform that will unite their constituents. Meanwhile, the outbreak of the Omicron variant is fueling divisions between advocates and critics of vaccination mandates.
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A group of African American female leaders met with Kamala Harris in an attempt to bolster her reputation. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court will soon decide if they are going to overturn the precedent that established Roe v Wade (1973). If the Supreme Court overturns this precedent, then over 12 states will amend their abortion laws.
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New research from Politico provides insight into the depths of political polarization in the US. The report also suggests a wide range of options for mitigating the impacts of polarization and transform a divisive social climate.
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The growing animosity between Democrats and Republicans is being reproduced in our nation's communities, to the detriment of our social fabric. In addition, we explore vaccination mandates and some scientists who are concerned about them.
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Kyle Rittenhouse, who made headlines last year after he intervened in Kenosha, Wisconsin, has been acquitted of all charges. Despite egregious efforts by the mainstream media to influence the jury's decision, Rittenhouse was found not guilty on all charges. In addition, we discuss the possibility of a Harris/Buttigieg ticket for the 2024 presidential election.
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A group of US lawmakers have proposed a bill to ban US officials from attending the 2022 Winter Olympic Games in Beijing over concerns pertaining to human rights violations and religious genocide in China. Meanwhile, Democrats and Republicans are adapting to a post-Trump political landscape.
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In today's episode, we review a new study conducted by the Pew Research Center which explains the wide range of variation in American political attitudes. Thus, we gain a much more accurate understanding of the American electorate. Moreover, we discuss what we can and can't learn from the 2021 gubernatorial elections about the 2022 midterm elections.
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President Biden has officially signed a one trillion dollar spending bill known as the "infrastructure investment and jobs act." Meanwhile, political analysts are highlighting the harmful implications of reckless government spending, including the highest inflation rates we have seen since 1990. In addition, the nation's most prominent progressive political caucus is preparing for the midterm elections in the wake of a significant defeat in the Virginia gubernatorial election.
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George Norcross, one of the most prominent Democrats in New Jersey, has stated that there will be chaos in the 2022 midterm elections. There is a clear dilemma for the Democratic Party; change the messaging in order to regain support from the average American, or double down on a solid base of college educated progressives?
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Based on the most recent gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey, political analysts are exploring the potential of a "red wave" in the midterm elections of 2022.
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Today is election day for several gubernatorial and mayoral races in key swing states. In this episode, we discuss the important lessons to be learned about the changing winds of America's priorities and perspectives. In addition, we analyze a new NPR/Marist/PBS NewsHour poll that reveals the deep divides between Democrats and Republicans.
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In today's episode, I explore culture. Cultural spaces that were once used to identify and celebrate America's diversity are now viewed by elites as a mechanism to implement a political agenda. In other words, the woke revolution is an overt attempt to drastically reshape and revise our social structures and political institutions for the benefit of the ruling class that supposedly represents us.
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In this episode, we evaluate Biden's performance in the most recent town hall meeting, which was hosted by CNN in Baltimore. We also take a look at the most recent polling data as we approach the midterm elections.
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Tonight, President Biden will discuss the key issues facing the nation in a CNN Town Hall. Will we hear more of the vaguely positive platitudes that Biden issued as a presidential candidate, or will he level with the American people? Meanwhile, the moment could not be more timely considering his wavering popularity.
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In-n-Out, the popular burger chain, is making headlines after refusing to comply with "proof of vaccination" mandates in major cities, including San Francisco. Meanwhile, thousands of firefighters, police officers and other government employees in Seattle, New Orleans, New York and Chicago are standing up for their rights and leaving their positions due to vaccination mandates.
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President Biden met with a group of progressives from the Democratic Caucus this afternoon to discuss a social safety net spending bill that will satisfy centrist holdouts (Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema). Meanwhile, Biden will be attending a CNN town hall in Baltimore this Thursday to address the nation.
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Biden is looking to make compromises about what to keep in his sweeping social spending bill that was originally meant to be $3.5 trillion spent over ten years. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court has intervened in the border crisis, mandating that the Biden administration re-implement and enforce the "Remain in Mexico" policy, along with the Migrant Protection Protocols (MPP).
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Big tech companies are facing bipartisan anti-trust regulations after years of dodging government oversight and accountability. Meanwhile, infighting within the Democratic party about a social spending package is creating crisis for the Biden administration.
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Young, college-educated liberals are considering the bleeding heart of the Democratic Party. However, there are growing tensions between the vibrant progressive faction and moderates, who are more representative of the average American. Therefore, some theorists believe that the radical wing of the party is not an asset, it is instead a liability.
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The House of Representatives is set to pass a stopgap measure that will raise the debt ceiling by $480 billion. That said, this is a short-term fix for a systemic problem of irresponsible government and economic mismanagement. Meanwhile, Biden's approval ratings have been underwater for nearly six weeks, so what factors are behind his steep decline in approval?
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Political polarization, which is fueled by the abandonment of Democratic norms, is so severe that multiple states are entertaining the idea of a national divorce. In this episode, I explore the cultural, historical and social dynamics that have brought us to this point. Furthermore, I discuss why the notion of a national divorce would be catastrophic for everyone involved.
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The CIA has established a mission center in order to prepare for the possible outbreak of a violent political conflict with the Chinese government. Meanwhile, the US has been involved in pre-war military operations with Taiwanese forces in an effort to bolster the island nation's defense mechanisms.
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President Biden is reeling from a tense, off-the-record phone call with a variety of federal public health officials who hold different perspectives than Anthony Fauci regarding booster shots. Additionally, President Biden is witnessing a steady decline in his approval ratings and a corresponding incline in his disapproval ratings. All of this and more, in today's episode.
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Andrew Yang has left the Democratic Party and joined the world of Independents. In today's episode, we discuss the challenges of the two party political system, a model that was criticized by the founders of this nation. Meanwhile, Facebook, Instagram and Youtube continue to elevate some narratives at the expense of reality.
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A group of lawyers in San Diego and Virginia have filed lawsuits against the Biden Administration over the implementation of vaccination mandates. Meanwhile, I explore the complex political and power dynamics between North Korea, the United States, and the United Nations, which has unofficially been threatened by North Korea.
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Border towns in Texas unanimously agree to file a lawsuit against the Biden administration for failing to uphold the laws of the Constitution in the midst of a humanitarian crisis on the southern border. Meanwhile, interparty and intraparty impasses about two government spending bills highlight systemic problems of irresponsible government.
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Both Chambers of Congress have passed a bill that will keep the government funded for another 9 weeks, however there must be a change in behavior in order to address the underlying problem: reckless government spending. Meanwhile, Youtube is officially enacting violent policies that prioritize some narratives at the expense of free speech, critical thinking, and reality.
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Democrats and Republicans in Congress continue to scramble as the deadline of an impending government shutdown looms. Additionally, the government may default on trillions of dollars of debt, which would cost thousands of government employees their jobs. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron urges other European leaders to distance themselves from the Biden administration as political chaos ensues.
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Australian police have asked for assistance from defense personnel in order to enforce extreme lockdown measures at the expense of privacy, progress, and basic human rights. Meanwhile, a congressional hearing is underway, a meeting in which top US military officials claim they warned Joe Biden about the risks of a premature withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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The World Health Organization is launching another investigation into the origins of the corona virus after the first one was obstructed by the Chinese government. Meanwhile, President Biden and Congressional Democrats are wrestling with the idea of compromise in the pursuit of government expenditures.
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Anti-lockdown demonstrations in Australia are met with force from law enforcement, Haitian migrants continue to storm the southern border of the United States, and world leaders are skeptical about the future of the US under the Biden administration. All of this and more, in today's episode.
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Despite a righteous speech to the United Nations General Assembly, several world leaders and political allies are skeptical about the integrity and credibility of the Biden administration. Meanwhile, a coalition of human rights groups and asylum advocates sent a letter to the President, urging him to stop deportations and expulsions of migrants at the border.
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President Biden went before the United Nations General Assembly in order to reassure world leaders that the US is a credible, trustworthy nation. However, crises in foreign and domestic policy have Americans skeptical about our future. Meanwhile, terrorists, tyrants and dictators are consolidating power and shifting the global distribution of power in their favor.
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New polling data shows that the vast majority of American voters oppose vaccine mandates. In this episode, we discuss the social, political and economic costs of mandates. Meanwhile, California Governor Gavin Newsom is going to extreme measures to protect his political power and browbeat the opposition.
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Former presidential candidate Andrew Yang no longer identifies as a Democrat, and is seeking to establish a new political party aimed at centrists and moderates. In addition, President Biden's poll numbers continue to show bipartisan concern about his job performance, especially his handling of the economy, the coronavirus, and the withdrawal from Afghanistan.
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In this episode, we review some recent polling data and evaluate Biden's popularity with certain samples of the population. Additionally, I continue my discussion about vaccine mandates, individual rights, civil liberties and the political freedoms that form the basis of our existence.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom continues to campaign as the movement to recall him grows steadily. Meanwhile, President Biden's approval rating drops to 39% in a recent poll, which is lower than the previous administration's worst ratings. According to new poll data, most Americans believe we are "on the wrong track," on Biden may cost the Democratic Party the 2022 midterm elections, and he may cost himself the re-election in 2024.
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A series of political and military crises have backfired on the Biden administration, resulting in a sharp decline in his approval ratings and overall popularity. Meanwhile, certain Democrats are distancing themselves from the current administration, whose political miscalculations may cost the party in the midterm elections. From wildfires, to the Delta variant, to a premature withdrawal from Afghanistan, it is clear that a series of crises have backfired on President Biden.
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President Biden's popularity at home and abroad is rapidly decreasing, according to a wide variety of polling data. Meanwhile, former President Donald Trump is positioning himself to challenge Biden in 2024. Meanwhile, Australia is now using political and military elites to enforce excessive lockdowns that undermine the foundations of liberal democracy, such as individual rights, civil liberties, and political freedoms. Will the coronavirus be the nail in the coffin for liberal democracy?
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Due to the nature of the current conflict in Afghanistan, and the ongoing hostage crisis, the Taliban occupies a strong bargaining position. Simply put, they have the leverage in any negotiations because they understand the US' bottom line, evacuating American citizens and green card holders. Meanwhile, the Taliban has no bottom line, no time limit, and all of the bargaining chips.
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There has been a suicide bomber attack at the airport in Kabul, killing 13 US servicemen and approximately 170 afghans. Meanwhile, several mainstream news media hosts, such as Jake Tapper and Chris Cuomo have deemed Biden's execution of the withdrawal from Afghanistan as a "foreign policy disaster." All of this, and more, in today's episode.
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The deadline to evacuate American citizens from the Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan is approaching quickly, and President Biden is faced with pressure from European allies to extend the deadline. Meanwhile, the Taliban is consolidating power, executing political dissidents, and providing protection for extremist militants. Additionally, a new form of covid extremism threatens the core rights, values, liberties and philosophies that we used to cherish.
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Following the Taliban's takeover in Afghanistan, opposition to their rule is building. Protestors recall the Taliban's last tenure in office as brutal, merciless, and untenable. Meanwhile, the opposition to Critical Race Theory is at the forefront of education reform. Finally, I investigate the motives behind people who resist government vaccination mandates.
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Social and political circumstances in Afghanistan grow worse as the Taliban scrambles to produce a plan for governance. Chinese officials continue to build a formal relationship with Taliban forces, and the US is left with a few options. All of this, and more, in today's episode.
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President Biden proclaims that he "does not regret" his decision to withdraw from Afghanistan, despite the collapse of the nation's government. Meanwhile, the UN Secretary-General has declared the situation a grave threat to the people of Afghanistan and the world.
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As the Taliban conquers major cities across Afghanistan, the Biden Administration plans on sending 3,000 troops back into the region. Tensions are high, people are afraid, and the Taliban is a formidable force that is determined to conquer the Afghani people. Meanwhile, new evidence comes to light as the World Health Organization investigates the origins of the novel coronavirus.
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In this episode, longtime friend and colleague Toby Lyons joins me for a mindful exploration of life during covid, public policy, and the institution of liberty. Life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, how would the framers of the US Constitution respond to a pandemic? This and more in today's episode.
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President Biden is urging American citizens to exit Afghanistan as the Taliban continues to seize provincial capitals. Meanwhile, mask mandates are facing backlash in the US and in France, as over 200,000 people are protesting President Macron's vaccine mandate.
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Two recall efforts are happening at the same time, one in California and one in New York. Meanwhile, Cuomo continues to deny allegations of sexual harassment and misconduct, despite hundreds of personal testimonies. Additionally, popular podcast host Joe Rogan is sounding off about vaccine passports, claiming that we are moving closer to dictatorship.
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Eleven women have accused New York Governor Andrew Cuomo of sexual harassment in the workplace and a 165-page report corroborates their stories. Meanwhile, new talks of lockdowns and mask mandates are circulating, and Biden's approval rating is slipping.
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The House Foreign Affairs Committee reveals new details about the origins of the coronavirus, China and Australia prepare for another round of lockdowns, and NPR reviews its ethics policies.
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As the Delta variant of the coronavirus spreads across the world, Authoritarian governments and Democratic despots exploit this crisis in order to accumulate wealth and power. Meanwhile, the Australian Lawyers Association criticizes the enforcement of a lockdown that will require people to stay home indefinitely.
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President Biden is in a "tough place on immigration," according to NPR; progressives continue to undermine progress, and the attack on logic, reason, science and math continues. Additionally, new polling data demonstrates that most Americans are pessimistic about Biden's America.
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President Biden is making plans to appoint an ambassador to combat anti-semitism, parents are standing up to the hateful, violent CRT dogma taught in their schools, and the people of Cuba are seeking relief from an authoritarian regime.
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Over the weekend, the Marxist Dictatorship in Cuba blacked out the internet, censoring all communication on the island. Meanwhile, the Biden administration is determined to coerce social media platforms into policing all speech online. Maybe Joe Biden is America's Fidel Castro.
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Thousands of protestors in Cuba continue to wave the American flag, which is the universal symbol of freedom and liberty. In addition, mainstream pseudo-news organizations frame election security as an attack on voters.
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Thousands of Cuban protestors stormed the streets of Havana on Sunday in an attempt to protest government corruption, economic mismanagement, and the violation of their human rights by an authoritarian communist regime.
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The San Francisco Gay Men's Choir Group published, and deleted, a video in which they spell out their plan for nationwide indoctrination. They lyrics claim that this group is "coming for your children," and that they seek to "convert" anyone who dissents from their dogma. This is the beginning of totalitarianism and the end of coexistence.
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The White House Doctor who assessed Barack Obama and Donald Trump continues to express concerns about the cognitive health and mental fitness of President Biden. Meanwhile, I discuss the events that preceded the events on January 6th of this year.
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One of the most significant threats to a new era of global peace and prosperity is the rogue state. The authoritarian regimes that aim to maximize their power and weaponize that power against the human race must be confronted. However, in order to create the capacity for peace at a global level, we must find new ways to invite noncompliant states to join the coalition for peace, as opposed to relying on traditional methods of coercion and deterrence.
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Is President Biden just as controversial and polarizing as former President Trump? What is happening at the US-Mexico border? All of this and more in today's episode.
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President Biden attacks the mainstream media, claiming that "they" are in the wrong business. Additionally, President Biden says he will only answer "legitimate questions," which means he is neglecting his presidential duty to provide the American people with answers.
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A panel of experts brief US lawmakers on the origins of the coronavirus. Mounting evidence suggests that this virus is not natural, and it is likely that covid began inside of a lab at the Wuhan Institute of Virology. In addition, Kamala Harris proves to be totally unaccountable and unfit for the role of Vice President.
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Today is the one year anniversary of a tyrannical national security law in China that completely undermines the autonomy of Hong Kong. Hundreds of protests and activists have been arrested and the Communist Party is going to extreme measures to eliminate dissent, independence, human rights, and the political opposition.
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President Biden defends his authority to launch retaliatory airstrikes in Iraq and Syria after attacks on US personnel. Additionally, new rounds of negotiations with Iran take place in Vienna.
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New investigative reports highlight the malicious intentions of the Chinese Communist Party regarding the proliferation of biotechnological warfare. Is China the largest state sponsor of terror? And how will the international community respond to the rapid destabilization of global peace and security?
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CNN Host Brian Stelter has lost millions of viewers since January 10th of this year and he can't seem to understand why people don't treasure his propaganda. Meanwhile, Joe Biden goes to Europe.
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The United States, United Kingdom, Canada, France, Germany, Italy and Japan recently convened for the G-7 world summit. Each of these nations agreed to confront a wide range of human rights violations in China and Russia, in addition to a lack of compliance with international norms. The real question is, how can the Biden administration use diplomacy to negotiate with authoritarian regimes around the world?
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Representative Ilhan Omar receives backlash for comparing violent terrorist organizations to the United States, meanwhile the crisis on the US-Mexico border is out of control and requires international aid.
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An emeritus physics professor from UC Berkeley has found "damning" evidence of genomic interference in the Sars-Cov-2 coronavirus, with massive implications for the Wuhan Institute of Virology, the World Health Organization, and the Chinese government. Meanwhile, Iran has sent warships full of weapons to Venezuela in an attempt to maximize pressure against the United States.
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CNN host Brian Stelter asks White House Press Secretary Jen Psaki how they can help push the Biden Administration's agenda, revealing the mainstream legacy media's bias. In other news, AOC condemns Kamala Harris for her speech in Guatemala.
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Political pundits seek to define Biden's foreign policy platform and his political vision. Additionally, new evidence supports the lab-leak hypothesis and reveals the origin of the coronavirus.
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China threatens the United States with nuclear war and President Biden stalls on reparations legislation.
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Portland's "Social Justice" movement begins to collapse over disagreements about the purpose and methods of the movement, Texas passes a bill to secure elections and prevent interference, and President Biden has a golden opportunity to stand up to big tech.
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The American media originally dismissed the lab leak hypothesis as a conspiracy theory. However, new evidence reported by the Wall Street Journal has Democrats in Republicans on their toes. Moreover, the Biden Administration must address the Chinese government.
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Hamas, and Iran, tout the ceasefire with Israel as a victory. Additionally, Biden prepares for his first meeting with Vladimir Putin.
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A ceasefire between Hamas and Israel has been declared and Congress passes a $2 billion dollar bill to reinforce protection of the US Capitol.
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Since the fighting began on May 10, 2021, Hamas has fired over 3,400 rockets into densely populated areas of Israel. In response, Israel has fired back. Meanwhile, the Biden Administration blocked a UN Security Council resolution to end the fighting.
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Fighting between Israel and Hamas continues to destabilize prospects for peace in the Middle East. In this episode, we will explore the evolution of the fighting and possible remedies in the short run and the long run. In addition, a letter from 126 former Generals and Admirals expresses significant concerns about the direction of the US under the Biden Administration.
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Hamas wages war on the people of Israel and vows to undermine global peace and security. Meanwhile, AOC and her cronies in congress demonstrate support for a nationalist, extremist terror group and perpetuate violent antisemitic propaganda.
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Elon Musk appears on SNL and progressives respond with hostility and unchecked aggression. What is it about Musk that brings out the worst in the culture war combatants?
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Caitlyn Jenner sits down for her first interview with Sean Hannity at Fox News, and an African-American police officer defends law enforcement in an emotional video.
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In this episode, we explore due process, the concept of justice, and some aspects of social justice. We will continue to explore the core concept of social justice in future episodes.
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Derek Chauvin's Attorney Eric Nelson files a motion for a new trial, in a different venue. Meanwhile, one schoolteacher is standing up to the anti-intellectual, quasi-religious movement to replace education with political narratives.
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The American media continues to prioritize profits and politics over objectivity and disciplined reporting. It's time to ask ourselves, can the media be reformed, or do we need a media revolution or a renaissance?
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President Biden adopts Trump's America First Policy and Ben Shapiro explores the flawed logic supporting claims of systemic racism in America.
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Portland Mayor Ted Wheeler has declared a state of emergency and called on all residents to provide known information about Antifa, a militant non-state actor. Meanwhile, 2 million Californians have signed the pledge to recall Governor Newsom and Caitlyn Jenner has announced her plans to run for CA governor.
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Despite the conviction of Derek Chauvin, protestors and rioters turn violent in major cities across the US. The mob has taken to the streets, unapologetically, in order to be the destruction they wish to see in the world.
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After a hotly contested trial, Derek Chauvin is convicted of second-degree manslaughter, second-degree murder, and third-degree murder. In addition, Maxine Waters encourages political violence, fueling the cycle of violence in modern America.
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The Biden Administration has created a commission to explore the possibility of packing the Supreme Court in order to maximize his power. Meanwhile, systemic bias in the media is revealed once again.
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Kim Potter, the officer who killed Daunte Wright, faces charges of manslaughter. Meanwhile, Rashida Tlaib and other elected officials call for the abolition of policing in the United States.
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Riots break out north of Minneapolis after a 20-year-old African American man named Daunte Wright is killed. Meanwhile, the third week of Derek Chauvin's trial begins.
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New evidence in the trial of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd complicate the story.
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Chinese officials warn the US not to boycott the 2022 Beijing Olympics due to the internment of Uyghur Muslims. Meanwhile, Biden's coalition is attempting to redefine the role of government.
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In today's times, political narratives and propaganda are priority number one. In a time of misinformation, how can we tell what is fiction and what is real?
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The Biden Administration considers finishing construction of the border wall amid a humanitarian crisis at the southern border. Meanwhile, I discuss the new election security bill in Georgia.
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In this episode, I explore the origins of cancel culture and the severe threat this movement poses to logic, morality, purpose and reason.
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A new election security movement sweeps across the nation. Tune in for an explanation of Georgia's new voter security bill and the significance of securing our elections.
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NBC News anchor Lester Holt reveals his bias and claims that journalists no longer have to be objective. Thus, NBC is no longer a news organization but instead a PR firm for the Democratic Party.
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The Board of Education in Chicago decides not to name a middle school after the nation's first African-American president for his immigration record, President Biden refuses to address the border crisis, and Governor Newsom faces a robust recall movement.
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The trial of Derek Chauvin began on Monday and the media is working overtime to shape the sentencing based on fear instead of the facts. Will fear continue to shape our world?
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A school in Australia forced male students to publicly apologize to female students for crimes they didn't commit. Nothing says progress like publicly shaming and indicting all male students for the great sin of being male.
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Saudi Arabia initiates peace negotiations with the Houthi rebels in Yemen after 6 years of brutal, asymmetric warfare. Meanwhile, Jill and Joe Biden fall silent about the humanitarian crisis on the southern border.
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Family separations at the southern border continue under the Biden administration and the mainstream media inaccurately exploits a mass shooting for political purposes.
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The anti-racist movement is perpetuating violent racial stereotypes that are intended to advance a political narrative. Tune in for a hot take.
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President Biden's first meeting with Chinese officials goes poorly, and the million-dollar question is, can we solve a war with diplomacy?
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A professor at the University of Vermont faces backlash for expressing concern about anti-white hate. Interestingly, the anti-racism movement is perpetuating racism.
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California Governor Gavin Newsom blames former President Donald Trump for the recall effort and Deloitte joins the culture war combatants.
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The defining battle of our generation is the battle between facts and fiction. In a world dominated by misinformation, how can we know what is real or who to trust?
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A phenomenon of political indoctrination first infected universities, however all schools are under attack now. This is the pseudo intellectual neo-marxist movement at work.
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President Biden makes his first primetime address to the nation and fills us with hope, empathy, and misinformation.
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Gavin Newsom faces a recall effort, Governor Cuomo faces impeachment over sexual assault allegations and Biden is painfully aware of the crisis at the southern border.
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A sixth woman accuses Governor Cuomo of sexual harassment and Tulsi Gabbard condemns cancel culture.
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Alec Baldwin stands up to the cancel culture combatants and the trial of Derek Chauvin begins.
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Arizona, Texas, Connecticut and West Virginia join the effort to reopen the United States.
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A New York public library refuses to cancel Dr. Seuss and Texas Governor is lifting the mask mandate.
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Dr. Seuss is the newest casualty in the war on Western Culture.
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Former President Donald Trump makes his first public reappearance after four years in the White House.
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Amidst a coronavirus coverup scandal, New York State Governor Andrew Cuomo also faces allegations of sexualt assault from two female staffers.
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Joe Biden is struggling to convince Congressional Democrats that unity is more important than revenge.
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The Biden Administration has deployed airstrikes in Syria after recent rocket attacks from Iran-backed groups. Now, Biden has to find a political solution that will not jeopardize international peace and security.
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Newly-appointed AG Merrick Garland sends a dangerous message to left-wing militant organizations; claiming it is not domestic terrorism to attack the US government (if you do it at night)
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The culture war has evolved into a racial war the frames all white people as inherently racist. Meanwhile, Coca-Cola tells their employees to "be less white."
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Joe Biden is fact-checked by CNN and we discuss the President's claims.
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The United States is currently at a heightened risk for political violence. In this episode, we discuss how to analyze political violence and prevent outbreaks of violence.
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Former President Donald Trump is acquitted by the Senate in a vote of 57 - 43.
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Day 3 of the impeachment trials pits Congressional Democrats against Republican and serves as a political distraction from the unsavory actions of President Biden
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The impeachment trial proceeds as Democrats claim that former president Donald Trump is responsible for inciting the events that took place on January 6th, 2021.
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Time Magazine reveals a coordinated effort to undermine the 2020 US Presidential election in order to "protect" American citizens from the chaos of a close election. They directed media coverage, raised money, changed rules and laws and distorted reality.
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Biden faces significant political challenges at the US border with Mexico. In this episode, I discuss Biden's history with immigration policy and his current plans for the issue.
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Jeff Zucker will be leaving CNN at the end of the year, how will the network move forward?
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AOC spins the Capitol Hill story into an opportunity to grandstand and Nicholas Kristoff continues to undermine free speech, American values, and his own integrity.
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Several mainstream media personalities continue to attack dissenting voices in the political space. In particular, CNN appears to have initiated a quest to silence those with whom they disagree in order to maximize their power over information.
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Biden told us that free societies are not ruled by executive actions. Following his election, he has enacted 40 executive actions; was he simply saying whatever it takes to get elected?
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In today's episode, I highlight the significant decline in media trust in the United States and around the world.
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In this episode, Antonio Giusto joins me to discuss the response to Covid, the science behind it, and a number of executive orders passed by President Biden.
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Martin Luther King had a vision for America in which people are judged based on the content of their character instead of the color of their skin. In this episode, I explore this concept and the notion of racial harmony.
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Conversations about climate change tend to focus on alarming statistics and figures. In this episode, we will recall these statistics and also strategize about potential solutions to this existential threat.
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Chinese officials empower the coast guard and exacerbate territorial disputes.
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Antifa strikes again in Portland, the media pushes hateful rhetoric, and something must be done.
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In this episode, I discuss Joe Biden's Inauguration, some of my qualms about his administration, and the foreign and domestic policy challenges he will face.
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The Uighurs have spent the last 3 years under strict surveillance as the Chinese government continues detain and indoctrinate between 1 and 3 million Uighurs.
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Media members, celebrity politicians and former Facebook officials have waged a war on free speech and free thought. This is the first step of the indoctrination process.
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In this episode, Antonio Giusto joins me for a discussion about violence, the nature of government, critical race theory, toxic behavior in the media, and our hopes for the Biden administration.
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The media continues to radicalize people, left and right. In this episode, we break down some key example of media personalities inciting violence.
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Social media executives are centralizing power and taking away yours; all in the name of the great purge. Meanwhile, alternative media is replacing the marketplace of ideas.
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Social media executives are playing with fire as they decide to unevenly apply their terms and conditions.
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The smell of revolution is in the air as faith in the American political system dwindles. In this episode, I explore the left-right dualism that is eroding our social fabric and challenging our foundational values; life, liberty and democracy.
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In this episode, I discuss the evolution of the culture war and the social differences perpetuating this war.
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In this episode, I discuss the confirmation of Joe Biden as the 46th President of the United States. In addition, I list my hopes and fears for the upcoming year and the new administration.
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Protestors storm the Capitol and I have had enough of the violence.
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President Trump makes a phone call to Georgia's Secretary of State and it does not look good.
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January 6th is approaching and members of the House and the Senate prepare their arguments.
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The woke influence has undoubtedly reshaped the structure of our society. The question is, has the woke influence been positive or negative?
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Critical Race Theory has produced a venomous form of cancel culture that ironically perpetuates racism.
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In this episode I discuss the power of culture and the hegemony of radical political culture in American institutions, ranging from our mainstream media to Hollywood to our athletes and businesses.
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In this episode, we discuss the meaning of a transparent election and how to restore trust in elections.
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The 2020 US Presidential election is far from over, despite reports from the mainstream media.
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Partisanship, performative politics and a pandemic have undermined the values that built the United States, the West, and the modern world. In this episode, I discuss my resolution to transcend these barriers and usher in an era of reconciliation.
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In this episode, we discuss some key highlights and some challenging moments from this year. In addition, we cover the first rule of 2021, do not mention 2020.
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New evidence of election meddling comes to light, Democrats are unhappy with Newsom's pick to replace Kamala Harris, and the people of California are unhappy with Newsom himself.
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Antifa and the Proud Boys continue to feed the seeds of destruction and it must stop. In this episode, we analyze the dynamic between these two groups and their appetite for violence.
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New evidence suggests that the Covid lockdowns are backed by politics, rather than by science. In addition, a tyrannical power grab is being normalized.
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Conflict management theory suggests that violence is an unavoidable consequence of value differences. In this episode, we explore this argument.
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Is identity politics bringing us closer together or tearing us apart? All of this and more in today's episode.
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It is your body, it is your life, and it is your choice. In this episode, we discuss the erosion of civil liberties in the face of Covid, and the formation of the panic state.
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A San Francisco high school elects to change their name from the current one, "Abraham Lincoln High School," on the baseless grounds that Abraham Lincoln did not care about black lives. Yes, our world is this crazy.
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Covid lockdowns continue to destroy thousands of lives and a new autonomous zone breaks out in Downtown Portland.
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Facebook faces a massive lawsuit pertaining to their predatory censorship practices.
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In this episode, I discuss current foreign policy challenges and Biden's approach to these challenges.
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New footage from Georgia proves election tampering, meanwhile the mainstream media continues to undermine unity at every step.
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Gavin Newsom and his cronies continue to issue stay-at-home orders, however they can't be bothered to actually follow their own rules.
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The United States of America continues to fracture as the nation reels from a recent presidential election that has significantly heightened social and political forces.
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Since the beginning of the Covid lockdowns, tens of millions of people have found themselves unable to survive. Financial ruin is creating poverty and threatening the lives of millions around the world.
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In this episode, I discuss all of the reasons why I am grateful to be a citizen in the United States of America.
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In this episode, I discuss critical theory, social justice, and a challenge from New York Times' columnist David Brooks.
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The state of the US presidential election is still unclear despite reports from the mainstream media. Giuliana and Powell give an interview.
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China is currently operating the largest and most sophisticated system of ethnic concentration camps the world has seen since the second world war.
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Is conformity the true pandemic? Join me for a conversation about psychology, conformity, authority, and the coronavirus.
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How do stereotypes form? How are they sustained through collective inaction and normative language? How can we work to abolish stereotypes through more sophisticated language.
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In this episode, I read excerpts from a personal essay in which I use theoretical political frameworks to conceptualize peace.
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Dr. Anthony Fauci and the World Health Organization do not recommend another shutdown. Let's listen to the experts.
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Ayanna Pressley and other members of the Congressional left-wing "squad" launch their fight against unity. Today, my listeners and I fight for unity.
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Social media platforms play a pivotal role in the spread of information, and misinformation. This was likely not the original goal, or was it?
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Now is the time for dialogue, discussion, and reflection. As the US Presidential election is still being litigated, now is the time for Americans to regroup as one.
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Following the election of 2016, opponents of the president-elect deployed the hashtag, #notmypresident. Today, it is my turn to bring this hashtag back to life.
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The 2020 US Presidential election seems to be in the favor of Joe Biden. That said, this is a good time to discuss strategies for having difficult conversations with friends and family.
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The first casualty of war is the truth. In this episode, I discuss the fact that people tend to see what they want to see, and they don't necessarily see what is actually before them.
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The Presidential election is an anxiety-inducing event for many. That said, come hell or high water, the only thing that will stop progress is us.
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Tomorrow night is the 2020 US Presidential election. The big question on my mind is, will either party be able to accept defeat?
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Just days before the election, people are feeling anxious and afraid. In this episode, I discuss how we can view this tension as an opportunity for mercy, forgiveness and understanding.
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In this episode, I discuss the essence of journalism in the 21st century.
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The Senate has confirmed Amy Coney Barrett in a 52 - 48 vote. Join me for a discussion about ACB and her philosophy.
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Human beings are social animals. We have a basic need to categorize the world in order to make meaning of the universe around us. However, this practice can be harmful and counterproductive.
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Join me for some more election coverage about the third and final US presidential debate.
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Talking about politics in the US is like navigating a minefield, you don't know which step is safe to take. In this episode, we discuss the amplification of pre-existing political tensions before the presidential election.
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The United States and Russia inch their way closer to the idea of freezing nuclear arms, which would be a big step toward a more peaceful world. What do we need to know, and how can we help?
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While US presidential elections are framed as the choice between two evils, in this episode I discuss some of the positive things that each candidate has to offer.
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You're not a journalist, you don't have a cable network behind you, but you do have one thing on your side, the truth.
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Help me celebrate the 100th episode of the podcast with an open discussion about basic human needs theory and human rights.
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In this episode, I discuss some of the connections between identity, social categorization, conflict, politics, and violence.
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Join me for a discussion about Henri Tajfel's social identity theory, or SIT.
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Join me for a discussion about key takeaways from the Vice Presidential debate between Mike Pence and Kamala Harris.
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Tonight is the night of the vice presidential debate. Let's hope for a more presidential tenor this time
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In this episode, I discuss the significance of philosophies and norms in our lives, and how philosophical hegemony is poisoning our dialogue and our classrooms.
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Capitalism has lifted more people out of poverty than any other economic system ever devised. In today's episode, I will discuss the mythology behind the term "capitalism" and argue the moral case for preserving capitalism.
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President Trump contracts the coronavirus, and "progressives" celebrate the idea of his death. When did the US become so hateful?
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Following the first round of presidential debates, it is clear that Americans are feeling frustrated with the political system. In this episode, I discuss the upcoming second round of debate on October 15th.
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Seasons greetings. We are just 1 month away from the upcoming US presidential election, and it is time to examine the results of the first debate.
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Tonight is the night of the presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump. Who ever thought we would be here?
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The Supreme Court nomination process is a routine procedure for any sitting president. This has happened many times before, so why is it suddenly controversial?
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What would a world without violence look like? We spend so much time talking about violence, but in this episode it is all about nonviolence. Will you join me?
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Despite US immigration law and the construction of a border wall, there is a growing movement of Latin Americans who support President Trump. In this episode, I explore this dynamic.
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Culture is much more than a set of norms, behaviors and shared attitudes or perceptions. In this episode, I revisit the idea of the significance of cultural competency in governance and peacebuilding.
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As the world mourns the loss of Associate Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the US prepares to find someone who can fill her spot on the bench. Who will it be?
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Associate Justice and human rights advocate Ruth Bader Ginsburg has passed away. In today's episode, we discuss her life's work, and the prospects for a new justice on the bench.
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In this episode, I discuss the upcoming US presidential election and the key policies that motivate me to vote.
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Diplomacy is an incredible tool for advancing the well-being of humanity on the global stage. However, like all things, diplomacy has its benefits and its hazards. I discuss all of this and more in today's episode.
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In this episode, I discuss the contemporary liberal order, the shortcomings of the liberal order, and the theory of realism; which is one of the key theories in International Relations.
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The failure of many modern peacebuilding missions has been widely attributed to the culture of peacebuilding and its key influences. In this episode, I discuss what culture is, and what a more effectual peacebuilding culture might look like.
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Conflict Mapping is an incredibly useful tool for analyzing and comprehending the causes of a conflict, the actual conflict itself, and the consequences of the conflict.
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In a previous episode, I discussed some of the key elements of empathy. In today's episode, I will revisit cognitive and emotional empathy, and introduce tactical empathy.
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Hatred is a powerful force in our lives; is this a good thing or a bad thing? Can hatred be used to fuel progress?
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The framers of the Declaration of Independence trusted the people more than oligarchs or philosopher kings, however they also trusted individual rights more than pure majoritarianism. In this episode, I discuss the individual, the community, and tyranny.
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In this episode, I take a close look at empathy, how it can prohibit effectual policy, and the difference between feeling something and doing something.
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In today's episode, I discuss the power of the human mind as a creative force in the universe, and how we can use our imaginations to create the peace and justice that we seek.
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The University has long been the designated environment for the search for truth. However, in postmodern America, the university has moved away from the quest to find truth in an effort to institute a new set of values. In today's episode, I discuss the university, the gradual attempt to substitute ideology for eternal truths, and the role that narrative plays in the pursuit of truth
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In this episode, I discuss the concept of civil disobedience, the freedom to assemble, and why misplaced energy can result in anger.
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In this episode, we discuss the foundations of postmodernism and the motte-and-bailey fallacy that is commonly deployed in postmodern theory.
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Joe Biden is officially the Democratic Nominee for President of the United States. Meanwhile, the media is deploying fallacious rhetoric to undermine the Constitution and the physical safety of American citizens.
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Join me for a discussion about the relationship between peace, conflict, and violence.
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Riots in Kenosha inevitably turned violent, resulting in many injuries, significant property damage or destruction, and 2 fatal gunshot incidents. Are we ready to wake up? Have we had enough? In this episode, I discuss the incompatibility of violence and justice.
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Protests rage on following the police killing of Jacob Blake in Kenosha, Wisconsin. In this episode, we discuss police conduct and the nonviolent and violent responses that have ensued.
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Protests continue to rage on following the police shooting of a man in Wisconsin. In addition, opportunistic revolutionaries disguise themselves as an enlightened bunch of "activists." However, a few particular pockets of the nation are especially restless. In this episode, we explore all of this and more.
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Joe Biden is a household name in American politics. In this episode, we investigate his past, his present, and his statements on the issues.
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Join me for a breakdown of the DNC.
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High profile figures put on the performance of a lifetime at the DNC, Joe Biden says that he is a nice guy, and Kamala Harris says it was just a debate.
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In this episode, I take an honest look at peace and how we can achieve peace through self-transformation.
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In this episode, I review the launch of the 2019 Project, which is my academic counter to the 1619 Project, published by the New York Times. In addition, I cover the key elements of the recent peace agreement between Israel and the United Arab Emirates. Finally, I discuss the pillars of statebuilding in the Middle East, which explains the dangerous "endless regime-change war" narrative that is espoused by politicians.
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In this conflict analysis episode, we discuss political institutions through the peacebuilding lens with one ultimate question to answer: reform, or revolution?
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As the United States is mired in partisan tension, Joe Biden declares his running mate, Kamala Harris.
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Efforts to defund the police have resulted in numerous resignations and a sharp increase in crime. Furthermore, police can only improve if they remain enfranchised and funded, however there is a dangerous fantasy that slashing resources for law enforcement will improve the safety of communities.
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The atmosphere of the United States continues to devolve into a thunderdome-like shakedown as the Congress stalls on another relief package, music artists objectify themselves, and mainstream news organizations put on the performance of a lifetime.
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Comedians serve an important function as the documentarians of our time. Comedians push the boundary and live on the edge, where they can find just exactly where "the line" is. In 2020, the cancel culture has perverted the comedy space into a performance space, where humor is replaced with a struggle session. Will we lose comedy forever, or will America learn to laugh once more?
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Millions of immigrants attempt their journey to the United States every year despite the narrative that the core of the United States is rotten. If the United States is as bad as media personalities suggest, then why do so many dream of emigrating here?
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Joe Biden appears to be the official nominee as the country braces for impact this November. Meanwhile, the movement to abolish STEM continues at full speed as we slowly dismantle the core pillars of human civilization.
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Mahmoudiyah used to be one of the most dangerous regions in Iraq and the Middle East overall. Local citizens knew this territory as the "triangle of death." Today, this area, just south of Baghdad, is stable and peaceful. Join me for an investigation into a spectacularly successful peacebuilding mission during a time of great unrest.
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The November election is just around the corner, and American voters are divided on the President's performance, platform and politics. Is President Trump a unique threat to Democracy, or does he simply threaten the political establishment?
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A group of violent protestors place a policeman's cap in a decapitated pig's head in Portland, sending a clear symbol to law enforcement. How can we view this action through the lens of a peacebuilder? How can we use this conflict as an opportunity for positive, meaningful change?
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In a period of tremendous unrest, human beings scramble to make sense of the trajectory of civilization. A fragile climate, a fragile government, and an angry mob is proving to be a recipe for mutually assured destruction. Meanwhile, wary voters prepare for the election of a lifetime.
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A contemptible political environment has mired the United States as tensions boil over police brutality, the Black Lives Matter movement, and a public outcry for revolution.
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As the election approaches, American citizens must come to terms with a year full of impeachment, investigation, lockdown, economic devastation and several high-profile police murders. November is near, will we be ready?
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How is it that a hearing before the House Judiciary Committee with Attorney General William Barr devolved into a shouting match? Tune in and find out.
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A reporter captures a picture of Biden's talking points regarding his VP selection, meanwhile Politico retracts an article that dubbed Kamala Harris the presumptive VP choice.
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Patrisse Cullors, co-founder of the Black Lives Matter movement, has compiled a list of 10 political demands of the Democratic party in order to demonstrate solidarity with the movement. In this episode, I discuss the incompatibility of democracy and utilizing violence to achieve a political goal.
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In this episode, I explore the civil unrest that continues to occupy the streets of Portland. Meanwhile, city mayor and police commissioner, Ted Wheeler, struggles to protect members of the community.
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The world is rife with extremist narratives that are exacerbating divisions that challenge us to our core. In a time of crisis, when leaders fail to lead, how can citizens rise to the occasion?
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While demonstrators continue to organize in cities across the country, the coalition for peace is needed now more than ever
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In this episode, I discuss some of the key elements of the conservative ideology, and why the roots of conservatism are often misunderstood.
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Tune in for a discussion about the media's untenable description of the revolution that is taking the nation by storm. Meanwhile, the President is allegedly a fascist for fulfilling his Constitutional oath to protect the American people from all threats, foreign and domestic.
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As the United States closes the Chinese consulate in Houston following a document-burning session, the Chinese government calls for the closure of the US consulate in Chengdu. What will come of this conflict between these global hegemons?
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In this episode, join me for a fascinating conversation with fellow political scientist Antonio Giusto about the erosion of Western philosophies, principles, values and institutions.
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In the absence of strong leadership, how are people supposed to navigate the world around them? Join me for a discussion about upheaval, trust, and power.
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This year has been rife with relentless protest, city mayors refuse to stop the violence, and the President claims that he will send law enforcement agents to Chicago.
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Is the global political atmosphere devolving into a hunger games of epic proportions? Join me for a fascinating episode featuring Antonio Giusto.
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2020 has been a remarkable year. The world has undergone an viral outbreak, mass social upheavals online and offline, police shootings, civilian shootings, and news organizations have made money while the world is on fire.
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In this episode, join for me for a discussion about the Buddha nature within people, and how virtuous people build resilient communities.
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Why is it that self-proclaimed progressives are able to get away with perpetuating anti-semitism and acrimonious statements on social media? Join me for an episode dedicated to the rebirth of anti-semitism in the progressive movement.
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In today's episode, I discuss some of the key themes from previous episodes about the differences between a fragile state and a weak state. Furthermore, I draw the link between political violence, rhetoric and elections, including my fears surrounding the upcoming election in November.
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In this episode, I discuss the rise of extremist narratives in the United States and abroad over the last 20 years. Then, we discuss ways to counteract these extremist narratives and the destruction that these narratives precipitate.
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In today's episode, I revisit the key differences between a fragile state and a resilient state, and how to take the first steps toward building peace.
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In this episode, I read and discuss an article titled, "How Deep Listening Can Make You More Persuasive." The author, Edward Lempinen, dissects identity, dialogue, and the art of deep listening and an open mind in a conversation.
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In our last episode, we discussed some of the elements in a fragile, or weak, state. In this episode, we discuss the upcoming election, the outbreak, and the foundations of a resilient, or adaptable, state.
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In this episode, we revisit the theme of the American voter's dilemma. Furthermore, we illustrate the some of the key differences between the fragile state and the resilient state.
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Seventy-five years after the conclusion of the Holocaust the world is still rife with anti-semitism. In recent posts, philadelphia eagles wide receiver DeSean Jackson engages in these anti-semitic narratives.
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While President Trump seeks to expand his base, Biden postures himself as the obvious choice. Meanwhile, rapper, producer and TV star Kanye West declares his candidacy for 2020.
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In this episode, I explore the relationship between peace, conflict, and violence.
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Tune in for an update about an academic project that I am launching in response to "The 1619 Project." Dubbed "The 2019 Project," I will detail the philosophical underpinnings that are likely to guide me in my research.
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At the time of its creation, the Constitution of the United States was arguably one of the most influential political documents in existence. However, many of the colonists failed to live up to the extraordinary standards embodied in the language of the document. Now is the time for us to usher in a new era of a more equal, more representative, more compassionate country that finally lives up to the ideals instilled in the Constitution.
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Benjamin Franklin claimed that the United States will be a republic, "if we can keep it." I fear that we are in great danger of losing this republic, are you?
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Tune in for the beginning of a series about the conflict between the philosophies of the enlightenment and the theoretical construction of Critical Theory.
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We have previously discussed government in the 20th Century. Well, a conversation about international relations and government in the 20th Century precipitates an exploration into the birth of the United Nations, otherwise known as the parliament of nations.
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Do you ever wonder about political polarization in contemporary American politics? Tune in for some thoughts that might be of use.
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Tune in for some thoughts on an idea that dates back centuries to the birth of our earliest civilizations as a species, the balance between the individual and the collective.
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Join me for a preview of an upcoming series I will be hosting on the novel, The Nickel Boys (2019), by best-selling author Colson Whitehead.
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Is the Supreme Court too powerful? The Supreme Court has 9 justices that are all unelected officials that serve a lifelong term on the bench. Is this institution able to coexist with Democracy?
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Today the Senate is holding a hearing with Dr. Anthony Fauci, Dr. Robert Redfield, and the commissioner of the Food and Drug Administration, Stephen Hahn. Tune in for some of the highlights and important points from the hearing.
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Today's episode is an exploration into the revolutionary politics of the 21st Century and the uninvention of the core values that define the Western World.
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Tune in for my thoughts on the breakdown of government in the 20th Century, and how we can create meaningful reform in this century.
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Join me for a discussion about social media activism and the strategy of new-age social movements.
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In previous episodes, we have explored the idea of governance in the 21st century. In today's episode, we explain the significance of human behavior and the relationship between our actions and our politics.
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Public health officials grow tired and come under attack as the number of new cases increases, some governors discuss a second shutdown, and the notion of defunding the police polls poorly among Americans.
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How will new models of governance solve old problems in the 21st Century?
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Tune in for some of my thoughts on trust, institutions, and the undeniable interconnectedness of trust and social institutions. Furthermore, the government is seemingly unable to articulate the needs of the American people, and our social fabric is coming undone as a result.
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Tune in for a wonderful conversation about the role of the police in the US and some hypothetical solutions to the policing problem in the United States.
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Today we discuss the police, the people, the murder of George Floyd, and the nationwide response to his death.
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Join me for a fascinating discussion about peace and justice, two terms that are universally understood but not universally defined.
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Join me as I discuss Joe Biden, Donald Trump, the American Media, and the election of 2020.
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Join me for a fascinating discussion with Bailey Johnston, who traveled across the continental United States in 2019, visiting over 20 states.
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