

451 - Abbie Hoffman - Part One
Oct 14, 2020
The podcast discusses the childhood and rebellious behavior of activist Abbie Hoffman, as well as his involvement in illegal activities and aspiration to go to college. The conversation also explores standing up against deception to bring about change, the debate on protest vs riot, and personal life events. There are humorous anecdotes about a man named Brandice and discussions about Abby Hoffman's use of television to communicate his opposition to materialistic society. The chapter concludes with a discussion on a flag desecration arrest and controversies surrounding patriotism.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Playful Banter and Nonsensical Dialogue about Twitter
01:53 • 2min
Abbie Hoffman's Early Life and Rebellion
03:35 • 8min
Deception and the Movement for Change
11:29 • 5min
Debate on Protest vs Riot and Personal Life Events
16:42 • 2min
Brandice's Outrageous Antics and Vulgar Humor
18:17 • 15min
The Audacity of the Fired CEO
33:30 • 19min
Levitating the Pentagon
52:13 • 4min
Abby Hoffman's Press Conference and Discussions about 'Come'
55:51 • 2min
Abbie Hoffman: Hypnotizing America with Television
57:39 • 22min
Flag Desecration Arrest and Controversy
01:19:33 • 9min
Announcing Upcoming Stand-up Shows and Ticket Information
01:28:51 • 2min