The Fifth Column #484 - Pumps, Converts, Fatwas, and Ex-Presidents
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Jan 2, 2025 The hosts dive into the intriguing world of New Year’s resolutions mixed with historical anecdotes. They reflect on the alarming rise of domestic terrorism in New Orleans and Vegas, dissecting the motivations of perpetrators. A thoughtful chat on extremism balances discussions around ISIS and white nationalism. The complexities of Jimmy Carter’s moral stances are compared to today’s political challenges, while the conversation takes a lighter turn with nostalgic memories of Mike Tyson’s Punch-Out and personal stories about living with diabetes.
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Moynihan's Insulin Pump
- Michael Moynihan discusses getting an insulin pump after 25 years of using traditional methods.
- He reflects on his father's death due to diabetes complications and marvels at the advancements in diabetes treatment.
Diabetes Technology Advancements
- Moynihan reflects on how advancements in diabetes technology have transformed a once life-threatening condition.
- He highlights the role of drug companies in developing these life-saving treatments.
Foster's Father's Diabetes
- Camille Foster's father also relied on insulin due to a damaged pancreas from a gunshot wound.
- Foster recalls his father's struggles with insulin management and how it ultimately contributed to his death.
