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The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters

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Jun 6, 2025 • 1h 30min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1181

The hosts commemorate the 81st anniversary of D-Day, diving into the historical significance and the intricate realities of military operations. They discuss the courage displayed on Omaha Beach and the strategic chaos faced by German forces. The podcast highlights the deep-rooted animosities between France and Germany, linking them to traumatic historical events. Listeners hear harrowing survival stories from civilians and soldiers, alongside reflections on youth and the importance of sharing these narratives. The emotional weight of war’s impact resonates throughout the discussion.
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Jun 5, 2025 • 1h 34min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1180

The hosts dive into a Danish politician's humorous attempt to explain democracy to a perplexed journalist. They tackle the complexities of social cohesion and immigration in Denmark, examining trust in crime statistics and their impact on public sentiment. Youth reading struggles take center stage, revealing the decline of traditional narrative styles influenced by social media. Political maneuvering around immigration policy prompts a critique of hypocrisy and national security, highlighting broader cultural commentary on literature and societal issues.
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Jun 4, 2025 • 1h 31min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1179

The hosts dive into Trump's latest spending bill, assessing its potential effects on identity and social change. They tackle the complexities of social welfare policies and the growing national debt, alongside political rumors. A significant discussion on blasphemy laws in the UK raises concerns over free speech and civil liberties. Demographic shifts and the cultural identity of Britain come under scrutiny, touching on the implications of a non-white majority. The conversation blends humor, cultural reflections, and societal challenges, keeping listeners engaged.
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Jun 3, 2025 • 1h 37min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1178

Beau, Firas and Dan discuss the efforts to keep the Ukraine war going, The possibility of Taiwan kicking off soon and the next UK Prime Minister in Top Trump format. Get Our Course here: https://courses.lotuseaters.com/bundles/the-trivium
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Jun 3, 2025 • 22min

PREVIEW: Brokenomics | Canadian Injustice with Gord Magil

Gord Magill, a former Canadian trucker and Freedom Convoy participant now living in America, dives into the ongoing struggles faced by truckers against government overreach. He shares personal stories about the Civil Liberties challenges during the protests and critiques the government's heavy-handed tactics. Magill discusses the origins of the Freedom Convoy, exploring its implications on democracy and free speech in Canada. Additionally, he highlights the stark contrasts in perceptions of protester behavior and the judicial system's influence on rural gun culture.
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Jun 2, 2025 • 1h 29min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1177

Carl, Firas, and Steven discuss the weekend's riots in Paris, the anti-British animus which controls the state, and how Little Red Riding Hood is actually based. Get Our Course here: https://courses.lotuseaters.com/bundles/the-trivium
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Jun 1, 2025 • 32min

PREVIEW: Epochs #213 | Henry V: Part VIII

PREVIEW: Epochs #213 | Henry V: Part VIII by lotuseaters.com
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May 30, 2025 • 1h 35min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1176

The discussion kicks off with a deep dive into Britain's financial woes, critiquing government policies and their impact on pensions. Tensions rise around the failures of fantasy adaptations, like 'The Wheel of Time' and the concerns about a new Harry Potter series too soon. The speakers question the push for diverse casting in historical contexts and reflect on the changes in their neighborhoods due to commercialism. They also tackle the challenges surrounding electric vehicle charging costs and the socioeconomic divides it creates. Intriguing topics blend nostalgia with current societal dilemmas.
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May 29, 2025 • 1h 33min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1175

Carl, Steven, and Dr Neema Parvini discuss how the Americans are very serious about free speech, Trump's war against the judges, and Farage being the hero of the North. Sign up to join our free webinar here: https://courses.lotuseaters.com/products/live_events/Webinar Get Our Course here: https://courses.lotuseaters.com/bundles/the-trivium
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May 28, 2025 • 1h 34min

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1174

Beau, Steven and Nate discuss how open borders inevitably ends up exploiting children, how the police in the UK fail car owners, and how Dominic Cummings dunked on Kemi and the Tories. Sign up to join our free webinar here: https://courses.lotuseaters.com/products/live_events/Webinar Get Our Course here: https://courses.lotuseaters.com/bundles/the-trivium

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