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.
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.
Comedian Bill Burr predicts that there will be a major reckoning over how much people hated Trump while in office, and that there will potentially be future jokes made by Trump himself about his presidential tenure.
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 rampant use of negative tactics in political campaigns - focusing on fear and chaos - is on the rise, with politicians referencing the safer "good old days" before a dangerous group or individuals moved in.
A dialogue on the implications of political campaign language and practices on Black voters, the importance of voter registration and the impact of legislative wins on communities.
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 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.
The speaker draws parallels between Paul Volcker and Joe Manchin, speaking to the pushback and ill will Manchin is currently receiving from passing on Build Back Better, and how in time it will be appreciated that he was courageous in taking this step. In addition, the speaker comments on Kamala Harris' perceived lack of ability to connect with both the American people and her progressive base.
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'.
Senate Democrats are looking to replicate the same rapid timetable used to confirm Justice Amy Coney Barrett in 2020 for whomever Biden chooses to replace Justice Breyer, aiming to complete the process within five weeks, according to reports from The Times. Meanwhile, officials at the Federal Reserve have announced a likely interest rate hike in March, and both Moderna and Pfizer have said they are developing a new booster shot to help tackle the Omicron variant.
The current trend of less tolerance towards different opinions is a return to normal in history, where political views have been closely linked to fundamental beliefs like religion and identity. This has caused political thinkers throughout history to suffer consequences for their controversial views, emphasizing the importance of the purity and goodness of a person's soul over outward things.
The podcast covers a range of political themes including the US and their intervention in the Arab Spring, the presentation of political arguments, and the use of humor and criticism in discussions.
The conversation covers a discussion on the equitable distribution of money within politics and the frustration progressive people had (and still have) towards hiring individuals in positions of power who appear to prioritize the interests of those who have financial stability.
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.
The politician gave campaign-style speeches touting his response to the pandemic and visited New York to testify in front of a grand jury regarding potential criminal charges. He also discussed his desire to undo Democrat policies and mentioned his successful election campaign.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
During a testimony session, a senator was seen acting irresponsibly and not taking the issue seriously. The discussion was about exposing potential fraud in the voting system.
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.
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.
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.
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.
An exasperated individual talks about Nixon's long career in politics and the negative portrayal of Democrats during the time.
