In 1991, American radio broadcasts encouraged the Kurdish minority in northern Iraq to revolt, which drew the interest of young adults at the time who were just beginning to take an interest in politics.
Two writers discuss their different upbringings - one with left-wing political parents and the other with more traditional parents.
The speaker talks about how living in close proximity with politicians changed her view of having a friendship group, and how she realized the difference in lifestyle between them and regular people during trick or treat time.
The ability to have a sense of humor can save a politician from making offensive or inappropriate comments, and can also make them more likable to the public.
The Republicans have protected the President and this might lead to impeaching Presidents based on HR issues. The conversation around Mayor Pete sparked a discussion about advancing our vision of future Presidents, leading us to an obscure President James Buchanan.
The FBI conducted a search of Donald Trump's home in Palm Beach for material he brought with him to Florida when he left the White House, which is a part of ongoing federal investigations into the former president. The United States will send Ukraine an additional $1 billion in military equipment, bringing its overall aid to the country in their war against Russia to $9 billion.
The speaker talks about a tool that could be used for politicians in interviews, mentions Ron and makes a comment about racism and folk singer Ron being born in 1921.
The speaker is jokingly discussing Joe Biden's long career in politics and the state he was senator of, while also commenting on the Democratic primaries.
The issues of wearing masks and defunding the police have become politicized, with both sides of the political spectrum pointing fingers at each other. It is important to avoid politicizing public health measures and focus on what is best for the country as a whole, as the number of COVID-19 cases continue to rise.
The rise of social media and YouTube stars may lead to unconventional individuals running for political office despite their age or background, creating a new press cycle surrounding these lesser-known candidates.
The speaker wants a leader who is able to represent the country, advocate for citizens, and dial down the temperature. They also mention not hearing many individuals switching from Clinton to Trump in the last elections.
The speaker suggests that Trump encouraged underrepresented individuals to find their backbone and stand up for themselves.
The death of a dictator's heir apparent in a car crash sparks suspicion as to why he wasn't replaced by the dictator's other more suitable son. This episode delves into the politics of succession of some brutal dictatorships and imagines an upbeat version of a shy and bashful eye doctor son who becomes the ruler of his country.
A discussion about a Republican politician who made controversial comments about abortion being linked to slavery and the potential repercussions she may face.
In politics, compromise can be a slippery term, as it can imply a lack of conviction or even moral standing on a particular issue. However, historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses the importance of distinguishing between compromising on morally indefensible issues versus finding common ground on divisive topics.
The speaker anticipates that, during a presidential debate, Joe Biden will come prepared with talking points and ready to challenge Donald Trump, speculating on the outcome based on their previous debate performances.
The speaker learned the importance of humanizing people in a political environment after being given eyes by someone who saw beyond their political affiliations. This helped the speaker to relate and communicate with people effectively despite their differences.
During an event in Iowa, political candidates focused on the topic of the southern U.S. border, election integrity, and preparations for natural disasters. Meanwhile, a local group, the Iowa Faith and Freedom Coalition, invited about 20 candidates to speak at a fundraising event.
The podcast discusses the current events in Afghanistan and the impact it could have, while acknowledging the limitations of their understanding coming from a place of privilege.
The age of presidential candidates can be a pivotal issue in politics, with 80% of Americans saying they don't want a president who is over 80 years old, which may impact Joe Biden's campaign. This has raised questions about the selection of the most talented candidates, rather than focusing on age, for future elections.
The former political advisor reflects on the positive qualities of the former president and first lady. Additionally, the discussion touches on the impact of corn-based ethanol on developing nations and the potential for biofuel from alternative sources.
A discussion about how politicians often ignore the concerns of women who aren't married, as well as young people who may have concerns about the future monetarily and environmentally. The podcast also shares a humorous story about people being bored during an assignment.
Minnie's PAC plans to educate and outreach Black people in Blading County to inform them about who the candidates are and who might have their best interests at heart, as they prepare for another vote for Trump in Dan Bishop, which is not good for Black people, according to her.
The speaker criticizes politicians who worked at pizza parlors in the past and comments that everyone loves pizza. The discussion then shifts to a joke made by Mark Cuban about not giving politicians jobs at Dairy Queen, which caused offense to Dairy Queen employees.
This podcast discusses Colin Powell's approach to the Iraq War, including his willingness to go along with the war despite his reluctance and his ultimate efforts to preserve his reputation by distancing himself from its disastrous consequences.
The podcast hosts discuss the political spectrum and how most people tend to lean towards the middle, voting for their own interests. They touch on the common saying "everyone's a liberal until they get mugged" and the idea of democracy.
In this podcast episode, the speaker admits to stealing votes and making a joke about it, highlighting an absurd situation. The speaker also discusses the irony of a lawsuit against them in Finland, where they are being held responsible for potential copyright infringements by Pirate Bay.
The speaker discusses the fallacies surrounding the Russian hoax, citing it to be a scheme concocted by Hillary Clinton. He also mentions the lies in the recent pipeline situation that were exposed by Peter Doocy.
The speaker makes an unclear and vague political message that is difficult to understand and lacks coherence. The message involves a voting decision and a possible endorsement for a hair doctor.
A conversation about political support from the president, with mentions of a hypothetical situation involving an older mentor and the president's respect for Logan.
The President reflects on terrorism and the Constitution's amendments, with a rambling speech that includes a strange reference to a discreet package at the listener's door.
Polling shows some Democrats are considering voting for a Republican candidate in the 2024 election, as President Biden nears the expected launch of his re-election campaign.
Bill Maher urges Democrats to step outside of their media bubble and reach out to people who hold opposing political views, highlighting how more Democrats watch Fox News than MSNBC.
In this podcast episode, the host expresses their views on how proposing technical solutions to social and political problems is like expecting magical hate crime juice to solve them, and feels disappointed that these problems are only getting worse. There was an advertisement for celery juice in the transcript.
American political campaigns spend $1 billion, which is the same amount the country spends yearly on chewing gum. This is an excerpt from a discussion on fact-checking by Freakonomics Radio.
The conversation explores the relevance of local elections, dart throwing tricks, and the subreddit Never Tell Me The Odds, highlighting how we can't reduce politics only to presidential or party voting.
The podcast discusses how politicians can become out of touch as they age and how the current system gives lawyers control over judges. The younger generation is pushing for change and wants younger politicians to bring fresh perspectives to politics.
The government not only needs evidence but also must show that the crime charged is a routine one that is normally charged in order to differentiate from a show trial. Selective prosecution requires treating people equally and without stretching laws.
