It Could Happen Here It Could Happen Here Weekly 108
Nov 25, 2023
This podcast explores the circulation of an Osama bin Laden letter on social media, the failure of history education in the US, American and Saudi capitalism, fascination with the fall of Rome, debunking homophobic arguments, the problem with California politics and the rise of fascism, the history of corn as a food crop, and ads for a home cocktail maker and online university.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Mixed Reactions to Circulation of Osama bin Laden Letter on Social Media
04:21 • 13min
Understanding Extremist Views
17:13 • 4min
The Failure of History Education and Rise of Crypto
20:54 • 21min
American and Saudi Capitalism: A Comparative Analysis
41:52 • 9min
Exploring Royalty, Social Media Trends, and Promotions
50:28 • 4min
The Fascination with the Fall of Rome
54:08 • 14min
Homophobic Arguments and Historical Inaccuracy
01:07:54 • 16min
The Problem with California Politics and the Rise of Fascism
01:23:37 • 12min
Home cocktail maker and online university ads
01:35:15 • 2min
The History and Significance of Corn as a Food Crop
01:36:49 • 5min
The Evolution of Corn: From Teosinte to Modern Crop
01:41:51 • 16min
Closing Segment and Three Ads/Sponsors
01:57:32 • 2min