Author Dr. Gabor Maté discusses how trauma can influence an individual's behavior and decision-making, and how it may be used to explain certain actions of political figures such as former president Donald Trump and his opponent Hillary Clinton.
The violence originating from leftist groups in places like CHAS and CHOP, along with the destruction of statues, is causing fear among Americans. This fear is in part driven by a growing recognition of the destructive nature of communism, which is being exposed through modern communication technologies.
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.
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 speaker returns home from tour to see the Trump flag still up in his neighborhood and decides to finally take it down with his family.
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.
In this episode, James Carville and Justin Ling discuss the power of language in politics and how it has been used by leaders such as Donald Trump to manipulate the truth and gain support. They also touch on the concept of regret and how it can be seen as a sign of growth and change.
The Republican Study Committee is presenting a budget proposal this week that would roll back federal spending levels, limit the growth of spending, and try to unwind some of Democrats' signature legislative accomplishments. Meanwhile, Vice President Kamala Harris is raising alarms about politics interfering in medical decisions made by the FDA, and focusing on enshrining abortion rights into state constitutions.
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 podcast covers a range of topics from enjoying simple pleasures like picking raspberries to discussing political documentaries that tackle issues like racism and the tobacco industry. The hosts also offer a quote from the Buddha about the nature of suffering.
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'.
Joe Weisenthal discusses how both the Republicans and Democrats feel double-crossed by Senator Joe Manchin on the latest infrastructure bill, and how additional distortions have been created in the economy due to government intervention.
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.
In this episode, we discuss the origins and influences of the Tea Party and the John Birch Society, two movements that have had a significant impact on American politics. We'll also explore the role of these groups in shaping contemporary conservative ideology.
The conversation discusses how politicians often combine contradictory beliefs in their pursuit of control, and how they use ideas like democracy and austerity as a means to an end.
The Fetterman campaign aims to win over working class white voters by finding people like Chris, a Trump supporter who has voted for Obama in the past, and convincing them that Fetterman is the better choice for their community.
The speaker shares their perspective on the information discussed in Trump's tax returns, specifically focusing on the refund aspect and how he was able to take advantage of previous years to reduce his tax bill.
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 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.
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.
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.
Katie Halper and Aaron Mate provide commentary and exclusive interviews in their podcast, Useful Idiots. In the latest episode, they discuss an alleged story about a partner caught being breastfed by their mother and clarify that it's currently hearsay.
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 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 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.
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 episode features a discussion about the political atmosphere in Washington D.C. and the comparison between the level of hatred towards the current political figure at the time and Winston Churchill's persona. It was mentioned that Churchill famously sent a cigar to the King of England to celebrate after Pearl Harbor; the gesture is cited as an example of how his contemporaries viewed him.
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.
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.
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.
