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Episode 261 · Nov 9, 2026 · 71 min

2026 US Midterm Elections

In this week’s episode we discussed the outcomes of the 2026 midterm elections. We share our reactions, discuss what it all means for the political landscape moving forward, and wrestle…

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Episode 260 · Nov 2, 2026 · 65 min

Is School Starting Too Early?

In this week’s episode we discussed how shifting the school day to start later could help teens improve their sleep, support their mental and physical health, and perform better in the …

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Episode 259 · Oct 26, 2026 · 65 min

The Execution That Wasn’t Broadcast

In this week’s episode we discussed the controversial plans to live-stream the execution of Fort Hood shooter Nidal Malik Hasan, and the decision to cancel the broadcast. We explore the…

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Episode 258 · Oct 19, 2026 · 74 min

The Powell Memorandum: Who Really Runs America?

In this week’s episode we discussed the confidential Powell Memorandum, its influence on corporate political power, and its lasting impact on American democracy, public policy, and the …

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Episode 257 · Oct 12, 2026 · 70 min

A Nation Of Fake Rich People

In this week’s episode we discussed America’s debt crisis, the pressure to keep up with appearances, and the illusion of wealth in the age of Instagram and TikTok. From maxed-out credit…

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Episode 256 · Oct 5, 2026 · 78 min

The Global Forces Driving Gas and Diesel Prices

In this week’s episode we discussed what Americans are paying at the pump, and we look beyond the U.S. to understand the global forces driving those prices. From disruptions in the Midd…

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Episode 255 · Sep 28, 2026 · 66 min

When College Stopped Being Social

In this week’s episode we discussed the decline of face-to-face socializing on college campuses and what smartphones, the pandemic, remote learning, and an increasingly competitive camp…

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Episode 254 · Sep 21, 2026 · 81 min

The Forgotten Value Of A Hardworking Man

In this week’s episode we discussed the value of hardworking men. As well as the sacrifices they often make quietly, and why many feel overlooked in a culture where traditional male rol…

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Episode 253 · Sep 14, 2026 · 57 min

The Trial Of Lindsay Clancy

In this week’s episode we discussed the Lindsay Clancy trial and the devastating deaths of her three children. From a male perspective, we wrestle with the horror, anger, and disbelief …

BONUS

Sep 7, 2026 · 65 min

Repost: Episode 204

We appreciate everyone tuning in to our show, and we hope you will enjoy listening to one of our past episodes. If you would like to send your well wishes and good vibes, you can find a…

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Episode 252 · Aug 31, 2026 · 63 min

The Decline Of Literacy

In this week’s episode we discussed how America’s literacy rates have been declining in recent years. We raise important questions about education, opportunity, and the country’s future…

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Episode 251 · Aug 24, 2026 · 73 min

Should The West Be Suspicious Of Islam?

In this week’s episode we discussed the Oxford Union motion, “Should the West Be Suspicious of Islam?” from the perspective of Christian Americans concerned about the changing religious…

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Episode 250 · Aug 17, 2026 · 63 min

When AI Becomes Your Therapist

In this week’s episode we discussed why people are choosing AI for emotional support, what they may be gaining, and what they might be giving up. We’ll look at the implications for ment…

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Episode 249 · Aug 10, 2026 · 69 min

Where Did All The Color Go?

In this week’s episode we discussed why the modern world feels so gray? From architecture and cars to clothing, technology, and the spaces we live in, color seems to be slowly disappear…

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Episode 248 · Aug 3, 2026 · 62 min

The End Of Childhood Social Media Access

In this week’s episode we discussed Europe's growing push to limit children's access to social media and the internet. From age verification laws to proposed platform restrictions, we e…

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Episode 247 · Jul 27, 2026 · 65 min

Cyclospora Outbreak: Is Your Lettuce Safe?

In this week’s episode we discussed how Taylor Farms has recalled certain iceberg lettuce products after a cyclospora outbreak raised food safety concerns. We break down what prompted t…

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Episode 246 · Jul 20, 2026 · 69 min

Flock Cameras: Security or Surveillance?

In this week’s episode we discussed the growing controversy surrounding Flock Safety cameras and the debate over privacy, surveillance, and public safety. We discuss why many people see…

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Episode 245 · Jul 13, 2026 · 64 min

A Letter To And From The Future

In this week’s episode we discussed America celebrating its 250th anniversary, we're taking a look inside the nation's official time capsule and exploring the stories, symbols, and arti…

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Episode 244 · Jul 6, 2026 · 67 min

The Grooming Gangs Scandal: 250,000 Victim

In this week’s episode we discussed the highly debated claim that up to 250,000 girls and young women were victims of organized sexual abuse and gang rape by so-called UK "grooming gang…

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Episode 243 · Jun 29, 2026 · 60 min

The Biggest AI Money Grab In Recent History

In this week’s episode we discussed how four leading AI companies are seeking to raise more capital than the entire U.S. IPO market generated over the past five years combined. We break…

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