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Jun 22, 2026 · 79 min

Repost: Episode 159

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 242 · Jun 15, 2026 · 76 min

Giants Through History: Myth, Religion, and Folklore

In this week’s episode we discussed the stories of giants throughout history. From the Nephilim of ancient texts to the giants of Norse, Greek, and Indigenous traditions examining what …

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Episode 241 · Jun 8, 2026 · 75 min

It’s Hard To Vote Against Santa Claus

In this week’s episode we discussed the growing debate over government overreach, examining proposals such as IP28 also known as the PEACE Act, and what they could mean for privacy, inn…

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Jun 1, 2026 · 61 min

Repost: Episode 116

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 240 · May 25, 2026 · 68 min

Is Your Car Watching You?

In this week’s episode we discussed how new vehicle safety technologies are helping prevent impaired and drunk driving. From driver monitoring systems to advanced crash prevention tools…

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Episode 239 · May 18, 2026 · 62 min

Hantavirus Outbreak On MV Hondius

In this week’s episode we discussed the recent hantavirus outbreak linked to the cruise ship MV Hondius. What happened onboard, how health officials are responding, and why experts say …

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Episode 238 · May 11, 2026 · 68 min

The Deaths And Disappearances Of Scientists

In this week’s episode we discussed the unsettling pattern of recent deaths and disappearances involving scientists around the world. From mysterious circumstances to unanswered questio…

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Episode 237 · May 4, 2026 · 77 min

The Reality Of The Surveillance State

In this week’s episode we discussed the rise of the surveillance state and what it means for privacy, freedom, and everyday life. From government data collection to corporate tracking, …

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Episode 236 · Apr 27, 2026 · 63 min

The Attempted Break-In Of Jason Nichols

In this week’s episode we discussed the recent attempted break-in involving Jason Thomas Nichols, unpacking what’s known so far, the broader context, and the questions that remain. We a…

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Episode 235 · Apr 20, 2026 · 72 min

Alpha-Gal Syndrome: From Bite To Allergy

In this week’s episode we discussed Alpha-Gal Syndrome, a surprising and often misunderstood allergy triggered by tick bites. We break down how one tiny tick can change your diet and he…

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Episode 233 · Apr 6, 2026 · 64 min

The Ups And Downs Of The USPS

In this week’s episode we discussed the growing challenges facing the U.S. Postal Service in 2026, from delivery delays and financial strain to political pressures and evolving public e…

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Episode 232 · Mar 30, 2026 · 62 min

The Rise and Fall of John McAfee

In this week’s episode we discussed the life of John McAfee, the brilliant yet controversial tech pioneer behind the world’s first commercial antivirus software. From his rise in Silico…

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Episode 231 · Mar 23, 2026 · 82 min

The Crisis In Mexico

In this week’s episode we discussed the unfolding crisis in Mexico in 2026, exploring the political, economic, and social forces driving the situation. From escalating security concerns…

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Episode 230 · Mar 16, 2026 · 64 min

The Invention Secrecy Act Of 1951

In this week’s episode we discussed the Invention Secrecy Act of 1951, a little-known U.S. law that allows the government to place secrecy orders on certain patents and inventions in th…

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Mar 9, 2026 · 68 min

Repost: Episode 129

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 229 · Mar 2, 2026 · 62 min

Gas Lines & Bottom Lines: Delta Utilities Takes Over

In this week’s episode we discussed the impact of Delta Utilities’ takeover of Louisiana’s natural gas system. We break down how the transition has unfolded, what it has meant for local…

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Episode 228 · Feb 23, 2026 · 81 min

Bonhoeffer's Theory of Stupidity

In this week’s episode we discussed Dietrich Bonhoeffer’s provocative “Theory of Stupidity,” written during his resistance to the Nazi regime. Drawing from his letters and prison writin…

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Episode 227 · Feb 16, 2026 · 67 min

The Nipah Virus: Rare, Deadly, And Real

In this week’s episode we discussed the Nipah virus. A virus with a high fatality rate, no widely available treatment, and the potential to spark outbreaks. This rare but deadly zoonoti…

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Episode 226 · Feb 9, 2026 · 63 min

ICE In Minnesota: Enforcement, Outrage, & Fallout

In this week’s episode we discussed the unfolding controversy in Minnesota around federal immigration enforcement. From Operation Metro Surge and the massive deployment of ICE, to recen…

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