Blocked and Reported

Listeners are treated to lively discussions about romance, celebrity dining, and even the cultural origins of croissants. The speakers share humorous Berlin adventures and unique nightlife tales, hinting at future audience engagement. They also delve into imaginary dinners with controversial political figures and whimsically explore listener dreams. A love letter to 30 Rock highlights favorite episodes, while reflections on comedy and personal anecdotes add a playful touch to the conversation.

In this engaging discussion, writer Sarah Ditum delves into contemporary issues in the arts and society. They dissect the implications of the Cass Review on gender identity services, explore the rising tensions of far-right activism amid social unrest, and critique a bizarre legal case impacting the art world. Ditum shares gripping insights on identity politics and the societal undercurrents fueling polarization. The conversation expertly weaves humor with serious commentary, making for an illuminating look at the intersection of art, politics, and culture.

Dive into a choral scandal at a Pasadena progressive church, where controversy is the new choir. The discussion shifts to a deep dive into Olympic boxing, examining the complexities of gender identity. With humor and personal anecdotes, the hosts explore fan engagement and the cultural quirks of local drinking customs. They tackle the serious implications of gender in sports, including chromosome testing and the challenges faced by female athletes, all while keeping the banter lively and insightful.

Join the hosts as they dive into the quirky world of American politics, reflecting on bizarre recent events and conspiracy theories swirling around Biden's campaign. They humorously critique the eccentricity of the Olympics, highlighting outrageous performances and environmental concerns. Their candid anecdotes from a recent tour add personal flair, while discussions on free speech, threesomes, and merch madness keep the laughter flowing. The dialogue weaves through complex political dynamics, all wrapped in lighthearted banter.

Terry Glavin provides a lively update, reflecting on the ever-changing political landscape. The discussion is peppered with humorous travel anecdotes, showcasing camaraderie amidst challenges. They share a funny mishap involving a deleted audio track, highlighting community support. The guests dive into the fascinating world of detective novels and the evolution of their podcasting journey. Finally, they tackle the complexities of ideological diversity in media, emphasizing the importance of understanding differing viewpoints.

The podcast reevaluates the murder of Matthew Shepard, challenging conventional narratives with new insights. It highlights pivotal moments in LGBTQ+ rights during the 1990s, including Ellen DeGeneres's coming out. Discussions reveal the complexities of Shepard's case, emphasizing drug influences and local community perceptions. The impact of media narratives on societal views of addiction is also examined, along with the essential role of truth in journalism for community health. The legacy of Shepard's story continues to shape LGBTQ+ acceptance.

This podcast episode delves into a TikTok feud between influencers, discussions on snow machines, snowmobile safety, and motor homes, risks of high-speed crashes, controversies surrounding a mortician, critique of Pride events, legal issues with cease and desist letters, and dramatic email accusations leading to a police visit.

The podcast explores alcoholism, increased consumption during the pandemic, effectiveness of Alcoholics Anonymous, naltrexone treatment, evolving drinking habits, guilt in sobriety journey, and upcoming episodes of Reflector.

The Punk Rock Therapist shares insights on therapy, misconduct in the music industry, and providing free therapy to survivors. The hosts delve into serious allegations, ethical concerns in mental health, and conflicts involving mistaken identities and doxxing incidents.

Exploring online reactions to the near-assassination of President Trump, consequences faced and controversial viewpoints expressed. Discussion on the attempted assassination at a rally, Secret Service response, and historical context of political assassinations in the US.