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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
Running a Country Like a Sports Team
The best way to run a country is to recruit the best talent, much like how sports teams function.
39:20 - 44:25 (05:04)
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Politics
Summary

The best way to run a country is to recruit the best talent, much like how sports teams function. By taking emotion out of immigration and implementing a point-based system like Australia, New Zealand, the UK, and Canada, we can focus on performance and statistical excellence.

Episode
E51: Supply Chain Shortages, Inflation, DeSantis, Ted Sarandos Netflix Memo, Cancel Culture, Fan Q&A
Podcast
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
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
The Politics of Killing
The act of killing in war is a common topic in political discourse but the idea of not having the right to act due to killing is now being discussed among the right as well as the left.
1:38:30 - 1:43:23 (04:53)
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Politics
Summary

The act of killing in war is a common topic in political discourse but the idea of not having the right to act due to killing is now being discussed among the right as well as the left. The pandemic has brought to light the changing stances of people with regard to public safety and protests.

Episode
#465 - Douglas Murray - The Wild Hatred Of The West
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Bill Clinton's Appeal to Black Voters
The hosts reminisce about the popularity of street basketball and discuss Bill Clinton's effective appeal to black voters during his presidency.
41:37 - 44:44 (03:06)
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Politics
Summary

The hosts reminisce about the popularity of street basketball and discuss Bill Clinton's effective appeal to black voters during his presidency.

Episode
Ep. 141 | 2 Bears 1 Cave w/ Tom Segura & Ryan Sickler
Podcast
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Donkey Elected as a Precinct Committeeman
A donkey was nominated and elected as a precinct committeeman due to lack of opposition in the democratic primary.
00:57 - 04:53 (03:56)
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Politics
Summary

A donkey was nominated and elected as a precinct committeeman due to lack of opposition in the democratic primary. Despite the lack of competition, the constituents failed to do their due diligence in the election.

Episode
Short Stuff: Animal Politicians
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know
The Three Ways to get a State
The article discusses three ways to create a state: compromise, insurgency, and shifting focus to a different region.
6:15:21 - 6:20:07 (04:46)
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Politics
Summary

The article discusses three ways to create a state: compromise, insurgency, and shifting focus to a different region.

Episode
#331 – Balaji Srinivasan: How to Fix Government, Twitter, Science, and the FDA
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Talking Politics Across Political Divides
The idea of creating a forum for people from all political parties to come and share their stories and fears, free from any policy prescription, could allow for genuine understanding to occur between individuals from 'red' and 'blue' tribes, as we all need to know what 'hard' feels like to appreciate the 'good'.
20:12 - 25:10 (04:58)
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Politics
Summary

The idea of creating a forum for people from all political parties to come and share their stories and fears, free from any policy prescription, could allow for genuine understanding to occur between individuals from 'red' and 'blue' tribes, as we all need to know what 'hard' feels like to appreciate the 'good'.

Episode
The Sweet Bitter with Susan Cain
Podcast
A Bit of Optimism
The Poorest Senator: Negative $7.5 Million Net Worth
Al C Hastings, a senator in Florida, has a negative net worth of $7.5 million, largely due to his investments in car dealerships.
14:21 - 16:40 (02:18)
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Politics
Summary

Al C Hastings, a senator in Florida, has a negative net worth of $7.5 million, largely due to his investments in car dealerships. At least $5 million of his net worth is assigned to these investments.

Episode
#210 - How Celebrities Have Made Billions off Their Names
Podcast
My First Million
Potential Presidential Candidates and Child Abduction in Syria
The podcast discusses the potential Republican presidential candidates and their views on fiscal responsibility, while also highlighting the ongoing issue of child abduction in Syria, with reports showing that children are being taken without parental consent.
01:55 - 09:05 (07:09)
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Politics
Summary

The podcast discusses the potential Republican presidential candidates and their views on fiscal responsibility, while also highlighting the ongoing issue of child abduction in Syria, with reports showing that children are being taken without parental consent.

Episode
Wednesday, February 15, 2023
Podcast
Up First
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
Changes in Political Atmosphere
The story follows residents grappling with changes from a soft, authoritarian system to a totalitarian one, leaving some disillusioned with their ideal country.
00:00 - 07:10 (07:10)
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Politics
Summary

The story follows residents grappling with changes from a soft, authoritarian system to a totalitarian one, leaving some disillusioned with their ideal country. Apartments once bought by young upper-middle-class people now hold the weight of a changing society.

Episode
The Sunday Read: ‘The Battle for the Mural — and the Future of Belarus’
Podcast
The Daily
Political Deals and Wounded Pride
The podcast discusses how certain government deals, such as the quad between India, Japan, Australia, and the US, and other political events are not always widely announced but have underlying motivations that are important to recognize.
4:05:17 - 4:08:28 (03:11)
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Politics
Summary

The podcast discusses how certain government deals, such as the quad between India, Japan, Australia, and the US, and other political events are not always widely announced but have underlying motivations that are important to recognize. Wounded pride and territorial disputes can also play a role in these situations.

Episode
#547: Balaji Srinivasan — Centralized China vs Decentralized World, The DeFi Matrix, Ascending vs Descending Trends, Bitcoin Mining as Energy Storage, Reputational Civil War, and Maximalism vs. Optimalism
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
Learning about Politics as a Taxpaying American
The speaker reflects on how becoming a father and business owner made him realize the impact of politics on his life.
3:05:25 - 3:10:59 (05:34)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker reflects on how becoming a father and business owner made him realize the impact of politics on his life. They also mention how many people are figuring out politics with the limited information they have been given.

Episode
#39 Struggle Jennings
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
A Conservative Co-Working Space
A co-working space with a conservative flair has flags from conservative rallies hanging in cubicles, including one modeled on the Texas flag.
04:32 - 10:11 (05:39)
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Politics
Summary

A co-working space with a conservative flair has flags from conservative rallies hanging in cubicles, including one modeled on the Texas flag. The business allows members to pursue their conservative politics openly.

Episode
The Blueprint
Podcast
The Run-Up
A conversation about a controversial hard-right figure from the East Midlands
In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss a notorious hard-right figure from the East Midlands who has caused trouble for the past ten years.
00:00 - 02:50 (02:50)
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Politics
Summary

In this podcast episode, the hosts discuss a notorious hard-right figure from the East Midlands who has caused trouble for the past ten years. They also poke fun at the challenging-to-pronounce names of some British cities.

Episode
Tommy Robinson: The Fascist Grifter With An Addiction to Being Arrested
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
Memories and Political Stances
The speaker talks about how his dad had an incredible memory for historical events, but lacked emotional memory, and how political beliefs often influence people's perspectives and opinions.
53:41 - 57:26 (03:44)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker talks about how his dad had an incredible memory for historical events, but lacked emotional memory, and how political beliefs often influence people's perspectives and opinions.

Episode
#15 - Rachel Feinstein
Podcast
Stavvy's World
Gender and Politics with Ruth Bader Ginsburg
This episode features Ruth Bader Ginsburg discussing her experience as a female lawyer and judge, as well as her thoughts on the current political climate.
23:37 - 27:08 (03:31)
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Politics
Summary

This episode features Ruth Bader Ginsburg discussing her experience as a female lawyer and judge, as well as her thoughts on the current political climate.

Episode
"Reese Witherspoon"
Podcast
SmartLess
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
Political Discussion on the Release of Merchant of Death
The speaker understands why people would have mixed feelings about the release of a merchant of death for a basketball player, while also acknowledging being happy that an American is home.
23:31 - 27:45 (04:14)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker understands why people would have mixed feelings about the release of a merchant of death for a basketball player, while also acknowledging being happy that an American is home. However, he suggests that the merchant of death should lay low and catch up on Hulu to avoid any potential trouble in the future.

Episode
Local Hour: Dan Is Always Right
Podcast
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz
Politics and Black voters
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.
17:56 - 25:24 (07:28)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
The Improvement Association - Ep. 4: ‘Let Them Pull the Red Wagon’
Podcast
Serial
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
Discussing the Current State of Politics
The speaker reflects on the current state of politics and how he thinks comedy can be used to approach this topic.
52:24 - 58:34 (06:09)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker reflects on the current state of politics and how he thinks comedy can be used to approach this topic. He references past and present political figures across the political spectrum.

Episode
A Conversation With Adam McKay
Podcast
The Problem With Jon Stewart
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
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
Discussion on Republican Governors and Joe Manchin’s Actions
Representative Jeffries criticized Republican governors for their actions on immigration while host Glenn Beck expressed frustration with Joe Manchin’s decisions.
34:43 - 39:41 (04:57)
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Politics
Summary

Representative Jeffries criticized Republican governors for their actions on immigration while host Glenn Beck expressed frustration with Joe Manchin’s decisions. There was also a mention of criminal aliens victimizing people in Florida and across the country.

Episode
A Dramatic Escalation Involving Nuclear War (Ep 1856)
Podcast
The Dan Bongino Show
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
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
Political Strategy and $61 Donors
The importance of political strategy and pleasing $61 donors is discussed and illustrated in the example of Ted Cruz's failed campaign.
04:41 - 07:02 (02:20)
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Politics
Summary

The importance of political strategy and pleasing $61 donors is discussed and illustrated in the example of Ted Cruz's failed campaign.

Episode
“Donor Pregnancy” (with Anthony Scaramucci)
Podcast
HBO's Succession Podcast
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
Former President's Threats May Be Hindering Legal Action
A former US President is making threats and appearing to try to pressure the district attorney to not take action, potentially summoning a mob if he does take action.
02:13 - 09:54 (07:41)
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Politics
Summary

A former US President is making threats and appearing to try to pressure the district attorney to not take action, potentially summoning a mob if he does take action. This could make prosecutors wary of pursuing the case for political reasons.

Episode
Prosecuting Donald Trump: A Primer
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
A Political History Rant
An exasperated individual talks about Nixon's long career in politics and the negative portrayal of Democrats during the time.
21:36 - 25:42 (04:06)
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Politics
Summary

An exasperated individual talks about Nixon's long career in politics and the negative portrayal of Democrats during the time.

Episode
The Presidents - Part Three (feat. Louis C.K.)
Podcast
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast