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Wild Political Statements
A discussion about the impact of controversial statements from politicians, highlighting comments made by former presidential candidate Ted Cruz and current US Senator Chuck Schumer.
1:37:19 - 1:41:02 (03:42)
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Politics
Summary

A discussion about the impact of controversial statements from politicians, highlighting comments made by former presidential candidate Ted Cruz and current US Senator Chuck Schumer.

Episode
WILD Conspiracy Theories! w/ Yannis Pappas | 2 Bears, 1 Cave - Ep. 162
Podcast
2 Bears, 1 Cave with Tom Segura & Bert Kreischer
Private criticisms must be sorted out before general election, says Tony Blair
Tony Blair has stated that Labour's criticisms should be resolved privately, instead of being disclosed to the opposition parties.
1:04:04 - 1:08:34 (04:30)
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Politics
Summary

Tony Blair has stated that Labour's criticisms should be resolved privately, instead of being disclosed to the opposition parties. It will help Labour to face the general election confidently, says the former Prime Minister.

Episode
E216: Sadiq Khan: Why Are Police Officers Attacking Women? How Safe Are We REALLY?
Podcast
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett
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
Public Perception of Politicians Following Rules during Lockdown
Despite public adherence to lockdown rules, elected officials face severe consequences, such as losing cabinet positions, when caught breaking said rules as emphasized in the case of politicians who went on vacation over Christmas during a lockdown.
04:35 - 11:16 (06:40)
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Politics
Summary

Despite public adherence to lockdown rules, elected officials face severe consequences, such as losing cabinet positions, when caught breaking said rules as emphasized in the case of politicians who went on vacation over Christmas during a lockdown. Most parts of the country follow the science and public health guidelines, leading to the enforcement of strict policies even by conservative local governments.

Episode
An American-Style Protest in Canada
Podcast
The Daily
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
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 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
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
Understanding High and Low-rank Emergent Properties in Politics
The high-rank emergent property in politics is intelligence and progress while the low-rank emergent property is just strength and fighting for power, and understanding this helps to loosen tribalism in politics.
11:45 - 15:36 (03:51)
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Politics
Summary

The high-rank emergent property in politics is intelligence and progress while the low-rank emergent property is just strength and fighting for power, and understanding this helps to loosen tribalism in politics.

Episode
#AIS: Tim Urban on political discourse + Keith Rabois on early-stage investing in 2022
Podcast
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg
From Show Business to Politics
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.
07:39 - 10:13 (02:34)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
"Bill Maher"
Podcast
SmartLess
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
Parallels between the February 6th, 1934 riots in France and the Capitol insurrection
The speaker draws similarities between the political climate leading up to the February 6th, 1934 riots in France and the events that led to the Capitol insurrection on January 6th, 2021 in the US.
1:20:08 - 1:25:10 (05:02)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker draws similarities between the political climate leading up to the February 6th, 1934 riots in France and the events that led to the Capitol insurrection on January 6th, 2021 in the US. Both incidents reveal the insurrectionary far-right's influence on the political right wing.

Episode
Behind the Insurrections - The (French) Capitol Insurrection
Podcast
Behind the Bastards
Working for Liberty and Justice for All
The former mayor compares the power and meaning of civic gospel in America to religious texts, sharing his insights into the drug market and how he discovered the violent drug market where he had just moved to, however, he later worked there in the hope of helping people.
47:40 - 55:51 (08:11)
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Politics
Summary

The former mayor compares the power and meaning of civic gospel in America to religious texts, sharing his insights into the drug market and how he discovered the violent drug market where he had just moved to, however, he later worked there in the hope of helping people.

Episode
#233: Cory Booker -- Street Fights, 10-Day Hunger Strikes, and Creative Problem-Solving
Podcast
The Tim Ferriss Show
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
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
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
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
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
Bill Maher on how Democrats need to go outside of their media bubble
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.
44:52 - 47:54 (03:01)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
Bill Maher Has a Different Take on White Privilege | Howie Mandel Does Stuff #69
Podcast
Howie Mandel Does Stuff Podcast
The Evolution of Politics and Personalities
The host discusses the changing nature of politics and how it affects people's personalities and relationships with others, citing examples such as politicians' previous part-time jobs and the Clintons' perceived inauthenticity over time.
1:08:57 - 1:16:55 (07:58)
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Politics
Summary

The host discusses the changing nature of politics and how it affects people's personalities and relationships with others, citing examples such as politicians' previous part-time jobs and the Clintons' perceived inauthenticity over time.

Episode
#143 – John Clarke: The Art of Fighting and the Pursuit of Excellence
Podcast
Lex Fridman Podcast
Trump's Stance on Vaccines
The only thing that will harm Trump's reputation is his support of vaccines, as many of the Republicans who support him are against them.
31:05 - 32:38 (01:33)
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Politics
Summary

The only thing that will harm Trump's reputation is his support of vaccines, as many of the Republicans who support him are against them.

Episode
Ep 403 - Reverse Soccer Karate (feat. Nick Mullen & Adam Friedland)
Podcast
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast
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
Americans' Dissatisfaction with Politics
Despite the upcoming election, many Americans are feeling disillusioned with politics and believe everything is becoming too extreme.
03:57 - 11:23 (07:25)
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Politics
Summary

Despite the upcoming election, many Americans are feeling disillusioned with politics and believe everything is becoming too extreme. This sentiment is shared by 85% of Americans, regardless of political affiliation.

Episode
The Stakes
Podcast
The Run-Up
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
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
Surveillance, Digital Currency, Gun Control and the Future of American Politics
The government aims to have universal background checks, detecting who bought a gun through MCC codes which will eventually be banned using digital currency.
17:57 - 21:35 (03:38)
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Politics
Summary

The government aims to have universal background checks, detecting who bought a gun through MCC codes which will eventually be banned using digital currency. Meanwhile, businesses want to keep decision-making to be in the hands of the employer and individuals, challenging the role of the government in the economy.

Episode
A Dramatic Escalation Involving Nuclear War (Ep 1856)
Podcast
The Dan Bongino Show
Judging People by Their Vote
The speaker argues that if we judged people based on the way they vote for their own selfishness and not for their altruism, everything would make sense.
00:00 - 01:32 (01:32)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker argues that if we judged people based on the way they vote for their own selfishness and not for their altruism, everything would make sense. The speaker uses 50 cent as an example who knows that the majority of his base is black people, but may still support Trump because there's no record that shows the Democrats care more about black people.

Episode
50 Cent and Chris Pratt Expose Fake Wokeness in Hollywood
Podcast
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh
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
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
Marianne Williamson on Political Responsibility and Inner Work for Facing Daily Trauma
Marianne Williamson discusses how the political system prioritizes short-term profits over the safety and well-being of people and the planet, leading to millions of American children going to school in classrooms without basic supplies.
00:00 - 13:19 (13:19)
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Politics
Summary

Marianne Williamson discusses how the political system prioritizes short-term profits over the safety and well-being of people and the planet, leading to millions of American children going to school in classrooms without basic supplies. She also talks about the importance of inner work for facing daily trauma and how to fail well.

Episode
838 Marianne Williamson On Running for President and Standing for Love
Podcast
The School of Greatness
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 Book Promotion
The speaker talks about promoting his political book to gain further insight and data on the country's needs and how to address them, possibly by starting discussions on the topic in Pennsylvania and nationally.
1:52:50 - 1:54:17 (01:26)
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Politics
Summary

The speaker talks about promoting his political book to gain further insight and data on the country's needs and how to address them, possibly by starting discussions on the topic in Pennsylvania and nationally. He also mentions the concept of deal breakers in a relationship.

Episode
#53 David McCormick - Fmr CEO Bridgewater Associates - A Battle Plan for America
Podcast
Shawn Ryan Show
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
The dangers of demonizing individuals in political discourse
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.
29:24 - 35:42 (06:18)
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Politics
Summary

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.

Episode
#281: Bill Ottman – The War For Free Speech
Podcast
The Danny Miranda 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
The danger of downplaying violence during riots
Dr. David Starkey explains how biased reporting on riots often display police backing down from violent attacks, ultimately making people feel threatened and unsafe in their own homes.
40:54 - 47:41 (06:46)
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Politics
Summary

Dr. David Starkey explains how biased reporting on riots often display police backing down from violent attacks, ultimately making people feel threatened and unsafe in their own homes. He predicts that regardless of political affiliation, people will not want to see their cities burn during this election.

Episode
#235 - Konstantin Kisin - Approval To Speak Freely
Podcast
Modern Wisdom
Making Elections More Representative at the State and Local Level
State and local level efforts such as amending state constitutions to bar partisan gerrymandering and having independent commissions draw district lines can make exercising political power possible.
38:14 - 45:45 (07:31)
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Politics
Summary

State and local level efforts such as amending state constitutions to bar partisan gerrymandering and having independent commissions draw district lines can make exercising political power possible. Progressives should focus on making courts a more regular part of their life and selecting politicians who will appoint federal judges who won't destroy the administrative state or women's right to bodily autonomy.

Episode
The SEC Was in Trouble. Now They’re Screwed.
Podcast
The Problem With Jon Stewart
The Yippies and Their Nominated Pig Pigasus
The Yippies, a satirical political party, nominated a 145-pound pig named Pigasus during the 1968 Chicago Democratic Convention as a statement against traditional politics.
11:48 - 16:50 (05:01)
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Politics
Summary

The Yippies, a satirical political party, nominated a 145-pound pig named Pigasus during the 1968 Chicago Democratic Convention as a statement against traditional politics. Pigasus was "arrested" along with seven Yippies and later handed over to the anti-cruelty society.

Episode
Short Stuff: Animal Politicians
Podcast
Stuff You Should Know