TRASHFUTURE The Guys Trying to Poison Me Have a Point feat. Dr Lucy Burke
Apr 8, 2025
Dr. Lucy Burke, an academic specializing in cultural disability studies and a passionate disability activist, joins the conversation to tackle the harsh realities of upcoming UK Labour policy changes that threaten disabled individuals under the pretense of combating benefits culture. The hosts dive into global political absurdities, including bizarre conspiracies and the influence of far-right movements. They also discuss the critical need for understanding the myths surrounding disability benefits and advocate for a more compassionate approach to welfare reform.
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Lincoln Faxing Samurai
- Riley and Milo discuss historical figures overlapping in time, like Abraham Lincoln, the fax machine, and samurai.
- They imagine Lincoln sending faxes to samurai, finding humor in the anachronism.
Defending Against Right-Wing Takeovers
- Riley discusses how states like Brazil and France actively defend against right-wing takeovers, contrasting them with English-speaking countries.
- The hosts analyze the differing responses to insurgent right-wing movements.
Bolsonaro's Trial
- Jair Bolsonaro faces trial in Brazil for an attempted coup, raising questions about accountability.
- The hosts discuss the legal challenges of charging Bolsonaro.
