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Author Vincent Bevins returns to the show to discuss his new book “If We Burn” covering the “mass protest decade.” We discuss global protest movements from Brazil to Tunisia to Egypt to Chile, how they’ve affected or failed to affect global politics, and how the last decade of protest and activism relates to the ongoing conflict in Palestine. You can find Vincent’s book here: www.ifweburn.com

Taking a break from heavier war topics, the Will, Felix and David discuss the new NBC show Found and how it’s sure to continue the trafficking psychosis of suburban moms everywhere. Subscribe today for access to the full episode and all premium episodes! www.patreon.com/chapotraphouse

David J. Roth joins us this week as we continue discussing the relatively limp and unconvincing propaganda emerging around the Israel-Gaza war. Then, David gives us his review of “Moneyball” Michael Lewis’ new book on Sam Bankman-Fried, and we take a look at a new Washington Post piece chronicling Jim Jordan’s career arc from college wrestling champion to almost-Speaker of the House. David’s review of Going Infinite is here: https://nymag.com/intelligencer/2023/10/how-michael-lewis-got-duped-by-sam-bankman-fried.html

Will & Felix continue last week’s discussion on Gaza & Palestine with further thoughts on the brutality of the unfolding conflict, reactions and narratives pushed through the American media, shifts in public opinion, and the unstable positions of Israel & America. Here are a few Palestinian aid organizations worth your support: https://www.pcrf.net/ https://www.anera.org/ https://www.map.org.uk/

Journalist Mohammad Alsaafin discusses the unprecedented surprise attack by Hamas, the impact on negotiations and regional peace, the possibility of a land invasion of Gaza, biased Western media coverage, and the perception of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

The hosts discuss the impact and social commentary in 'Night of the Living Dead', including racial dynamics and a dark ending. They explore failed plans, lack of familiarity, and dark humor in Romero's works. They analyze disturbing scenes, societal reflections, and the media portrayal in Romero and Hooper movies. The connections between 'Psycho' and 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre' are explored, along with the portrayal of ableism in the latter. The terrifying aspects of the Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise and the horrifying nature of the hitchhiker are discussed. They delve into a gruesome scene, the goofy elements of 'Texas Chainsaw Massacre 2', and two mandatory horror movie recommendations.

Guest Kath Krueger and the hosts discuss a range of intriguing topics, from Nazi officers in Canadian parliament to Sen. Bob Menendez's corruption scandal. They also cover Trump's draft dodging, China repossessing pandas, inbred generations, flooded zoos, and Elon Musk's border visit.

The hosts discuss show delay due to host Matt Christman's medical emergency, express gratitude and provide update on his recovery and upcoming birth, mention potential series on Spanish civil war.

Politicians being horny, Lauren Boebert's broadway handy, air force loses F-35, reading series on Mitt Romney's retirement announcement, fate of empires.

The podcast discusses the misuse of funds in police charities, including celebrity golf outings and vacations, and how it does not benefit fallen officers' families or improve police departments.