The Deprogram Episode 175 - Suppression of the left
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Mar 28, 2025 Dive into a chaotic hotel adventure filled with quirky experiences and amusing travel anecdotes. Unpack the absurdity of YouTube ads alongside a critique of digital privilege. Explore the historical suppression of leftist movements, revealing the legal frameworks that target dissent while allowing far-right groups to thrive. Delve into COINTELPRO's covert operations and its lasting impact on activist organizations. Discover the resilience and potential future of socialism in a complex world, all discussed with humor and critical analysis.
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Hakeem's Tech Upgrade
- Hakeem upgraded his Google Drive storage to 200 gigabytes.
- He also considered YouTube Premium to avoid ads but resisted.
Hosts Meetup and Photos
- The hosts had an in-person meetup and took many photos.
- Hakeem admitted to overdoing it with the picture-taking.
Airport Hotel Story
- The hosts stayed at a peculiar airport hotel with unusual features.
- They deduced it was a "sex dungeon" due to its privacy features and unscented toiletries.