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Growing up Left Wing in America
Two writers discuss their different upbringings - one with left-wing political parents and the other with more traditional parents.
01:15 - 06:18 (05:03)
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Politics
Summary

Two writers discuss their different upbringings - one with left-wing political parents and the other with more traditional parents.

Episode
E227: Seth Rogen Opens Up About His Self-Doubt & Struggles That Nobody Sees!
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
The Influence of Money in Politics
The contribution of large amounts of cash to political campaigns creates a sense of obligation in the candidate towards the donors, regardless of whether the exchange is explicit or not, leading to a corrupt relationship between politicians and wealthy backers.
28:46 - 33:09 (04:22)
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Politics
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The contribution of large amounts of cash to political campaigns creates a sense of obligation in the candidate towards the donors, regardless of whether the exchange is explicit or not, leading to a corrupt relationship between politicians and wealthy backers. The massive spending in political campaigns often determines the victor regardless of the competence of the candidate for the position.

Episode
Selects: How Dark Money Works
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
The Challenges of Being Proximately Located with Politicians
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.
1:29:20 - 1:35:28 (06:08)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
#294: Michael Girdley – $100M CEO On Common Mistakes People Make In Their 20s
Podcast
The Danny Miranda Podcast
Republicans Standing Up, Mayor Pete's Nomination and First Gay President, Obscure President James Buchanan
The Republicans have protected the President and this might lead to impeaching Presidents based on HR issues.
11:28 - 17:33 (06:05)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Obscure Presidential History with Jeremy Deutsch
Podcast
A Bit of Optimism
FBI Conduct Unannounced Search of Trump's Home
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.
26:11 - 28:31 (02:19)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
How Democrats Salvaged a History-Making Bill
Podcast
The Daily
Actors and Politics
The speaker discusses actors tweeting politics to ensure work and the trend of blocking people on social media platforms.
36:32 - 38:42 (02:10)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker discusses actors tweeting politics to ensure work and the trend of blocking people on social media platforms.

Episode
Ep. 35 | 2 Bears 1 Cave w/ Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Podcast
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Joe Biden's "Awesome Career"
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.
08:35 - 12:33 (03:58)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
#14 - Mark Normand
Podcast
Stavvy's World
Expulsion of Democratic lawmakers, U.S. and NATO war plans leak, new rule for transgender student athletes
This episode discusses the expulsion of Democratic lawmakers and the issue of racial bias, the leak of U.S. and NATO war plans on social media, and the Biden administration proposing a new rule for transgender athletes.
00:00 - 00:37 (00:37)
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Politics
Summary

This episode discusses the expulsion of Democratic lawmakers and the issue of racial bias, the leak of U.S. and NATO war plans on social media, and the Biden administration proposing a new rule for transgender athletes.

Episode
Tennessee House Vote, Leaked Ukraine War Documents, Biden Transgender Proposal
Podcast
Up First
The Rise of Unusual Political Candidates
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.
17:50 - 22:34 (04:43)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
How Mr Beast Got 100M Views in Less Than 4 Days, The $25M Chrome Extension, QVC for Mobile, and More
Podcast
My First Million
Evaluating Politicians & Immigration Reform
The current evaluation of politicians and their policies regarding immigration reform are not realistic in their proposed form.
54:21 - 59:05 (04:44)
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Politics
Summary

The current evaluation of politicians and their policies regarding immigration reform are not realistic in their proposed form. Practical solutions such as giving exceptions to individuals who spend X number of years in jail, pay taxes, and register may be a more feasible solution.

Episode
#106: Scott Adams: The Man Behind Dilbert
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
The Importance of Moral Leadership in Politics
The current political class prioritizes short-term profit maximization over helping people thrive, which is what government should be for.
39:05 - 55:49 (16:43)
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Politics
Summary

The current political class prioritizes short-term profit maximization over helping people thrive, which is what government should be for. The antidote to a politics of fear is a politics of love, and we must have the courage to follow our hearts and make the necessary changes for a better future.

Episode
838 Marianne Williamson On Running for President and Standing for Love
Podcast
The School of Greatness
How to Think Politically with Graham Garad
Graham Garad discusses the history of politics and its importance, as well as interesting thinkers like Aristotle, Karl Marx, Machiavelli, Plato, Socrates, and Nietzsche.
00:00 - 02:25 (02:25)
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Politics
Summary

Graham Garad discusses the history of politics and its importance, as well as interesting thinkers like Aristotle, Karl Marx, Machiavelli, Plato, Socrates, and Nietzsche. Listeners will receive a crash course in the foundational writers and ideas of politics and philosophy.

Episode
#107 - Graeme Garrard - How To Think Politically
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Special Guest Interview with Eight-Time Congressperson from Illinois
The hosts introduce their special guest, an eight-time congressperson from Illinois, and discuss their weekly guest invitations.
00:00 - 01:52 (01:52)
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Politics
Summary

The hosts introduce their special guest, an eight-time congressperson from Illinois, and discuss their weekly guest invitations.

Episode
"Melissa McCarthy"
Podcast
SmartLess
The Koch Brothers and Their Influence on Politics
The Koch brothers, being billionaires, shifted their focus to state-level politics and advocated for the repeal of important labor laws and government agencies that have been around for decades.
11:36 - 16:38 (05:02)
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Politics
Summary

The Koch brothers, being billionaires, shifted their focus to state-level politics and advocated for the repeal of important labor laws and government agencies that have been around for decades.

Episode
Part Two: Charles Koch: The Luke Skywalker of Rich People
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
The Swamp People
The speaker discusses how moderates and the "swamp people" are the same and highlights the issue of politicians leaving office and immediately becoming lobbyists while still having cozy relationships with those they were supposed to regulate.
2:03:17 - 2:06:28 (03:11)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker discusses how moderates and the "swamp people" are the same and highlights the issue of politicians leaving office and immediately becoming lobbyists while still having cozy relationships with those they were supposed to regulate.

Episode
#134 – Eric Weinstein: On the Nature of Good and Evil, Genius and Madness
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Ron DeSantis Vs. Donald Trump For GOP 2024 Front Runner
Adam McGurney discusses the political power struggle between Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump for the GOP front runner position in the 2024 presidential election.
11:23 - 13:35 (02:12)
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Politics
Summary

Adam McGurney discusses the political power struggle between Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump for the GOP front runner position in the 2024 presidential election.

Episode
The Stakes
Podcast
The Run-Up
Congress Criticized for Defense Spending and Corporate Subsidies
Comedian Jon Stewart criticized Congress for prioritizing defense spending over necessary programs, and for allowing corporate subsidies instead of closing tax loopholes to fund programs for veterans, education, and healthcare.
25:59 - 35:24 (09:25)
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Politics
Summary

Comedian Jon Stewart criticized Congress for prioritizing defense spending over necessary programs, and for allowing corporate subsidies instead of closing tax loopholes to fund programs for veterans, education, and healthcare.

Episode
The Problem With War: Veterans Day Episode
Podcast
The Problem With Jon Stewart
Age and Politics
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.
27:08 - 32:16 (05:08)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
South Beach Sessions - John Heilemann
Podcast
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Behind-The-Scenes Drama and PACs
The article discusses the tension in the room as members of a PAC are called to help out with the election and the reason behind a new election being called for Democrat Dan McCready.
03:25 - 10:48 (07:23)
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Politics
Summary

The article discusses the tension in the room as members of a PAC are called to help out with the election and the reason behind a new election being called for Democrat Dan McCready.

Episode
The Improvement Association - Ep. 4: ‘Let Them Pull the Red Wagon’
Podcast
Serial
Insights from an Interview with Former Political Advisor
The former political advisor reflects on the positive qualities of the former president and first lady.
26:51 - 33:40 (06:48)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Kal Penn and The Curious Case of the Pelvic Thrusting Tin Man
Podcast
Let's Talk Off Camera with Kelly Ripa
Working at a Pizza Parlor
The speaker criticizes politicians who worked at pizza parlors in the past and comments that everyone loves pizza.
1:16:14 - 1:18:38 (02:24)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
RLRC Daily 3/31/23 BRPD Procession - Nashville School Shooting Updates
Podcast
Real Life Real Crime
Colin Powell's Role in the Iraq War
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.
16:40 - 21:27 (04:47)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
10/19/21: Colin Powell, Union Activity, Amazon Scandal, Politico Sale, CNN Confronted, China Dependency, Biden Silence, John Deere Workers, and More!
Podcast
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar
Political Divide and the Consequences
A discussion about the political divide and the consequences it has on people's lives.
2:01:17 - 2:05:12 (03:54)
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Politics
Summary

A discussion about the political divide and the consequences it has on people's lives.

Episode
#27 Rob O'Neill - The Man Who Killed Bin Laden
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
Admitting to Stealing Votes and the Irony of a Lawsuit
In this podcast episode, the speaker admits to stealing votes and making a joke about it, highlighting an absurd situation.
1:29:29 - 1:34:27 (04:57)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
92: The Pirate Bay
Podcast
Darknet Diaries
Unclear and Vague Political Message
The speaker makes an unclear and vague political message that is difficult to understand and lacks coherence.
1:04:28 - 1:06:09 (01:41)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Change
Podcast
Distractible
Playing By the Rules
The host expresses his frustration with the left and their tactics and suggests that it's time to fight fire with fire and play by their own rules.
47:10 - 51:23 (04:13)
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Politics
Summary

The host expresses his frustration with the left and their tactics and suggests that it's time to fight fire with fire and play by their own rules.

Episode
A Dramatic Weekend Announcement by the Trump Team (1399)
Podcast
The Dan Bongino Show
Political Discussion with Mentions of the President
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.
01:18 - 06:05 (04:47)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Rich Doesn't Equal Smart (with Jennifer Palmieri)
Podcast
HBO's Succession Podcast
The Real Power Behind the President
The speaker discusses how the possibility of a "deep state" controlling the president is exposed by the choice of an incompetent running mate who assures the protection of the president in case of any issue.
1:38:37 - 1:40:30 (01:52)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker discusses how the possibility of a "deep state" controlling the president is exposed by the choice of an incompetent running mate who assures the protection of the president in case of any issue. The speaker also shares their skepticism towards the possibility of deepfakes being used in politics.

Episode
Andrew Schulz On Kanye Backlash, Candace Owens Doc, & Jake Paul Fight!
Podcast
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
President's rambling speech on terrorism and amendments
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.
22:16 - 28:11 (05:54)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
President Lee Addresses the Nation and Santino Is Back!
Podcast
Bad Friends
Democrats considering voting Republican in 2024 polls show
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.
00:00 - 01:54 (01:54)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
2024 Presidential Poll & Oregon’s Adoption Policies | 4.24.23
Podcast
Morning Wire
Complicated Social and Political Problems
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.
49:22 - 50:21 (00:59)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Celery Juice
Podcast
Maintenance Phase
Political Spending vs Chewing Gum
American political campaigns spend $1 billion, which is the same amount the country spends yearly on chewing gum.
09:54 - 15:41 (05:47)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Freakonomics
Podcast
If Books Could Kill
The Importance of Local Politics and Unlikely Probability.
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.
23:18 - 27:33 (04:15)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
I Love All Corgis with Dr. Eve L. Ewing
Podcast
Normal Gossip
The Need for Younger Politicians
The podcast discusses how politicians can become out of touch as they age and how the current system gives lawyers control over judges.
51:04 - 54:52 (03:47)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Cup of Justice Bonus 11: Days of Bowing at the Altar of the Good Ole Boys Are Over
Podcast
Murdaugh Murders Podcast
Washington Post Article on Crack and Biden's Alias Names
The speaker mentions an article from the Washington Post that talks about the effects of crack and how conservatives vilified it for racist reasons.
00:49 - 02:39 (01:50)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker mentions an article from the Washington Post that talks about the effects of crack and how conservatives vilified it for racist reasons. They also discuss an alleged alias that Biden used for government work named after a character in a Tom Clancy novel.

Episode
Ep 402 - Cat Ass Fever
Podcast
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
The Importance of Routine Crimes in Political Trials
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.
13:14 - 24:39 (11:24)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
The Manhattan Arraignment
Podcast
Prosecuting Donald Trump
Speaking Truth to Power at the CIA
The host recounts a time when he spoke to the Director of the CIA about the cancelation of the White House Correspondents Dinner and the importance of maintaining a healthy democracy.
51:53 - 55:46 (03:53)
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Politics
Summary

The host recounts a time when he spoke to the Director of the CIA about the cancelation of the White House Correspondents Dinner and the importance of maintaining a healthy democracy.

Episode
Behind the Roast Stories with Jeff Ross
Podcast
Howie Mandel Does Stuff Podcast
Unknown
A conversation discussing a recall of a certain individual and questioning whether anyone reads a certain publication.
06:35 - 11:05 (04:30)
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Politics
Summary

A conversation discussing a recall of a certain individual and questioning whether anyone reads a certain publication.

Episode
E95: Winter is Coming, Europe's energy crisis, Kim Kardashian's new PE firm & more
Podcast
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg