The Fifth Column Members Only #244 - Second Sunday Coming Down
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Jan 16, 2025 This episode features a lively discussion about a new film club focused on films exploring totalitarianism themes. The hosts critique a political figure's effectiveness in the media landscape, blending humor with serious commentary. Anecdotes from a former candidate shed light on the challenges of urban life during her Olympic experiences. The water crisis in California is tackled, highlighting infrastructure delays and political turbulence. Finally, amusing cultural quirks from around the world make for light-hearted exchange, adding a playful touch to the conversation.
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Lost Phone
- Michael Moynihan lost his phone at a restaurant and couldn't find it.
- He later returned but the restaurant was closed, adding to his frustrating day.
Subway Tales
- Moynihan describes a chaotic subway ride involving a screaming man and another berating passengers for inaction.
- He highlights the common occurrence of such incidents on his subway commutes.
California Haze
- Alex, located in California, describes the hazy conditions from the wildfires.
- He thanks the podcast hosts for reading his email about grief.