This podcast episode discusses an anti-tax and anti-spend manifesto used to recruit populist candidates, as well as the power gained by standing out and opposing government, spending, and taxes.
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 left often protests against the US flag as a symbol of oppression, but at the same time waves the flags of Pride and BLM. Hogan Gidley talks about the universal nature of the Pride flag and mentions the use of seasonal language.
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.
The hosts reminisce about the popularity of street basketball and discuss Bill Clinton's effective appeal to black voters during his presidency.
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 hosts discuss how the legal framework and political strategies play a role in shaping media content and transparency, citing the recent lawsuit against Fox News for spreading misinformation on COVID-19.
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.
The speaker admires politicians like Bernie Sanders and Obama who speak out against war and have the courage to say the common sense thing, without conforming to the usual political strategies.
The podcast features discussions on the reality of the caliphate, the potential involvement of Putin's Russia with it, and the importance of learning from mistakes.
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'.
A TV presenter has rejected claims that they will stand as MP, and discussed their passion for using their platform to influence the private sector and promote social equality without feeling conflicted by politics.
US House Republicans plan to vote on reducing federal spending levels and limiting spending growth to 1% annually over the next 10 years while raising the debt limit into 2024, as a potential debt default looms over Congress. The countries with the greatest leverage over the fighting sides of Sudan are the UAE, Egypt, and Saudi Arabia, while countries in the region have called for mediation to control their future.
The concept of K-Fabe in wrestling and politics is discussed, as well as the reactions to it and the ways it is used.
The speaker predicts the Senate races in a wave year would break in one direction, and Blake would win the Senate race with a close call in Arizona against Federman who is considered manifestly unqualified with fairly unpopular positions.
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.
Katie Halper and Erin Mate discuss a story told by wedding planner Georgia Mitchell about catching a partner being breastfed by their mother and the implications it might have in a romantic relationship.
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 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 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.
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.
The speaker expresses their feelings of helplessness in regards to politics and the lack of knowledge for what people can do to make a change.
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 speculates that Trump's rise to power may have been part of a larger orchestrated effort to destabilize the country, forcing extreme policies and fractures in society.
This podcast episode from 1992 discusses the groundbreaking nature of the Rush Limbaugh Show, which focused on Limbaugh's personality rather than guests or reporting, and his creation of a right-wing caricature that sold political attitude.
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.
The host talks about the dangers of continued big spending and packages while also teasing a story about Hunter Biden's legal issues and the hiring of a friend to supervise his case. He also discusses the portrayal of a GOP member as a Klansman and an American Indian woman's fight against the Klan.
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.
A discussion on how people tend to trust and relate with others who look like them, as well as how writers have tapped into this sentiment in current politics.
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.
