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.
In this podcast episode, the speaker discusses the political division in the United States, how it affects different social groups and introduces ways to implement systematic changes most people can agree on.
Comedian Hasan Minhaj discusses the misconceptions that people have about the issues that Americans are concerned about and how people misunderstand others' political opinions.
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.
Participatory budgeting and more complicated systems of voting can be used to give people more reflection of their choices than simply picking one candidate in elections.
The speaker discusses actors tweeting politics to ensure work and the trend of blocking people on social media platforms.
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 tendency to demonize individuals in politics often leads to the rejection of all ideas associated with that person, contributing to a divisive discourse that reinforces party lines instead of promoting constructive dialogue.
The podcast discusses Nikki Haley's political strategy that lays the groundwork for her to be the Republican nominee for president in 2024. Also, they praise Chamath Palihapitiya for speaking out against cancel culture and censorship.
The speaker discusses their experience of returning to a country that was seeking neo-capitalist development, but failing to achieve it. They also mention being surprised by the support for certain political figures.
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.
The speaker discusses the importance of treating political ideas seriously and not dumbing them down for young people. He emphasizes that people are capable of understanding more if they are presented with respect.
The speaker discusses how being in a position of political power can be exhausting and how it affects the decision-making process of politicians. He compares it to "Game of Thrones" and names Obama as an example.
The instinct to double down on lies is a common phenomenon in politics. When caught in a lie, the natural instinct is not to come clean, but to lie more, which is exemplified by famous political figures like Ronald Reagan and Donald Trump.
The podcast discusses how political opinions are driving a wedge between families and how people should not let it affect their relationship with their loved ones.
Adam McGurney discusses the political power struggle between Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump for the GOP front runner position in the 2024 presidential election.
A leaked message that went around the political party was read by a BBC pundit live on air, revealing the possible severity of the situation later in the year.
Despite the desire to initiate peace talks with the Taliban, factions within the group and the reluctance of Pakistan complicated the process, leaving it stalled.
The conversation revolves around the stark divide between political leanings and how cultural resentments are built into that divide. The focus is primarily on economic issues, but these other factors invariably impact political outlooks.
The host discusses the intersection of branding and authenticity in politics, using a recent statement made by a black pastor running for office as an example.
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.
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.
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.
In this episode, Dan Bongino addresses the recent question raised about whether roads are instruments of racism and the hypocrisy of the left for accusing Trump of being a tyrant while turning a blind eye to the present descent into tyranny.
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.
The transcript features a conversation between two individuals discussing how one of them who was initially interested in show business ended up in politics due to various reasons from childhood experiences to career opportunities.
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.
The importance of political strategy and pleasing $61 donors is discussed and illustrated in the example of Ted Cruz's failed campaign.
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.
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 speaker criticizes the double standard regarding the use of crack by Biden's son and the ban on vapes and nicotine reduction in cigarettes. The speaker also mentions an advertisement for Lucy's nicotine products.
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.
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.