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Krystal Kyle & Friends

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Mar 11, 2025 • 1h 2min

Episode 216: Luke Savage

Writer Luke Savage joins us to discuss Trump's disastrous trade war.
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Mar 2, 2025 • 1h 31min

Episode 215: Maxwell Frost

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) is on the show to talk about the Trump whirlwind hitting the Hill and share his insider info on what it’s like to be in government right now under President Musk. 
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Feb 23, 2025 • 1h 23min

Episode 214: Greg Palast

Greg Palast, a legendary investigative journalist renowned for his work on vote suppression, dives deep into the alarming tactics impacting the 2024 election. He discusses the severe voter suppression in Georgia, drawing parallels to Jim Crow laws, and highlights the disproportionate effects on Black voters. Palast further explores the decline in Democratic approval and rising discontent among constituents, urging action against political complacency. He also critiques the media's role in perpetuating misinformation about election integrity, advocating for greater transparency in the electoral process.
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Feb 23, 2025 • 25min

Episode 213: Rahna Epting

MoveOn director Rahna Epting responds to Hakeem Jeffries' criticism of progressive grassroots organizations.
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Feb 16, 2025 • 1h 21min

Episode 212: Judd Legum

Join us and special guest Judd Legum to discuss Judd’s watchdog reporting on Musk’s abuses and follies in (unelected) office, where he’s keeping tabs on how the richest man in the world has bought his way into Trump’s right-hand position. 
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Feb 11, 2025 • 1h 32min

Episode 211: Gil Duran

Gil Duran, a writer for "The Nerd Reich," delves into the clash between Silicon Valley's ideologies, especially those of Elon Musk, and their societal impacts. He critiques the rampant misinformation regarding corporate governance and the moral dilemmas facing military personnel in today’s conflicts. The conversation further unpacks the controversial notion of tech feudalism, examining how figures like Trump and Musk embody a troubling shift toward authoritarianism. Duran emphasizes the need for transparency and accountability in this shifting landscape.
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Feb 1, 2025 • 1h 18min

Episode 210: Ben Norton

Ben Norton, a journalist focused on economic and political analysis, explores the looming economic crash, drawing parallels to the 1929 bubble. He critiques neoliberal policies that have exacerbated economic inequality and discusses ‘greedflation’ as a complex driver of current inflation. Norton raises concerns about the speculative nature of cryptocurrencies and the rise of meme coins amidst late-stage capitalism. He also delves into U.S. political decline and urges activism to combat authoritarian trends, emphasizing the need for systemic reform.
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Jan 25, 2025 • 1h 39min

Episode 209: Mike Figueredo

The Humanist Report's Mike Figueredo walks us through the nightmare of Trump 2.0.
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Jan 19, 2025 • 1h 29min

Episode 208: Biden Farewell

Krystal and Kyle look back over the Biden years as his administration comes to a close.
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Jan 11, 2025 • 1h 33min

Episode 207: Owen Jones

British journalist Owen Jones joins the discussion, offering sharp insights on Elon Musk's influence in U.K. politics and the rising far-right Reform Party. They dive into the absurdities of political dialogue, contrasting white working-class challenges in both America and England. Jones critiques the manipulative power of wealth in democracy and the shifting legacy of political figures like Trump and Obama. He also touches on his upcoming book, which seeks to redefine Western societal narratives and values amidst current crises.

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