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Nima Shirazi and Adam Johnson
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Feb 7, 2024 • 1h 19min

Episode 197: The "Human Shields" Canard as Catch-All Colonial Absolution

This podcast explores the accusation of using 'human shields' in warfare and its role in justifying violence against civilians. It discusses the resurfacing of these accusations in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and the racist moral system behind the concept. The podcast challenges the hypocrisy of demanding separation in conflicts and highlights the power imbalance in using human shields. It also delves into the historical use of violence and warfare and its implications for the current conflict. Additionally, it challenges stereotypes and misconceptions about 'human shields' and examines the role of racism in perpetuating these beliefs.
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Jan 31, 2024 • 1h 12min

Episode 196: Benevolent Billionaire Despotism and US Media’s Softball Treatment of ‘Effective Altruism’

This episode dives into the rise of Effective Altruism and its portrayal of the wealthy as saviors. It explores the gamification of wealth distribution and the ideology of benevolent control. The discussion includes criticisms of prioritizing the rich over the poor, the influence of figures like Bill Gates, and the historical roots of the movement in utilitarianism. Controversies surrounding IQ tests and Western supremacy are also addressed, along with the complexities and divisions within the Effective Altruism movement. The podcast concludes with a discussion on exploring untold stories in America.
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Jan 26, 2024 • 18min

News Brief: The ICJ Ruling and the Essentialness of Squishy Western Liberal Support for Genocide

The podcast discusses the ICJ's genocide ruling against Israel and critiques the framing by the NYT and BBC. It examines the legal consensus on the plausibility of genocide and the lack of enforcement mechanism. The importance of labeling Israel's actions as genocide to influence Western liberal support is emphasized. The media spin on Israel's military campaign in Gaza and its conflation with the Biden administration's stance is analyzed. The implicit call for a ceasefire in the ICJ ruling and the urgency for intervention in ongoing genocide are highlighted.
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Jan 24, 2024 • 1h 21min

Episode 195: David Leonhardt and the Elite Consensus Manufacturing Machine

This podcast discusses the rise of centrist micro news platforms and the dangers of shaping a center-right consensus. They also criticize biased coverage of the Israeli assault on Gaza and analyze the implications of Gorsuch's ruling in favor of Hobby Lobby. The hosts explore the ideological tendency in morning news and question the curation of stories within the genre. They express moral exhaustion from writing quick hit op-ed pieces and analyze the mindset of political elites.
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Jan 24, 2024 • 2min

Beg-A-Thon Announcement Jan 30: The Worst Rise-And-Grind TikTok #Influencers

Get shredded! Get a hot trad wife! Close the Baxter Account! Join us Jan 30 at 8:30pm ET for a live show beg-a-thon with guest Hussein Kesvani, as we break down the most ridiculous and toxic rise-and-grind guys on social media, from David Goggins to Andy Elliott to Ed Mylett. We will be giving away merch, dunking on intense grifter assholes, and having a generally good time live on our YouTube channel.
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Jan 19, 2024 • 58min

News Brief: Quantifying the Media's Selective Humanity in Gaza

Podcast discusses the biases in mainstream media coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, highlighting asymmetrical language, deliberate targeting of civilians by the Israeli Defense Forces, selective portrayal of conflict in Gaza, and the impact of social media and the International Court of Justice on media reporting and biases.
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Dec 14, 2023 • 41min

News Brief: 5 Ways US Media Helps Put a 'Humanitarian' Spin on Gaza Ethnic Cleansing

This podcast explores how horrific actions in Gaza are spun as humanitarian gestures. Topics discussed include the manipulation of humanitarian language, a controversial plan to resettle Palestinians using foreign aid, the idea of relocating people in Gaza, presenting Israel's actions as liberatory, and a conclusion thanking listeners.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 1h 14min

Episode 194: The "Graying Population" Panic and the 90-Year War on Social Security

This podcast challenges the narrative that an aging population spells doom for the US economy and social programs. It discusses misleading statistics and narratives surrounding Social Security, examines the portrayal of older adults as a threat, and analyzes the influence of wealthy elites. The speakers propose solutions such as expanding Social Security benefits and taxing the wealthy. They also discuss potential threats to Social Security and the need to defend and expand the program.
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Nov 21, 2023 • 35min

News Brief: Media Adopts Israel's Simplistic 'Hunt for Hamas' Narrative, Providing Cover For Ethnic Cleansing

Explore the media's portrayal of Israel's 'hunt for Hamas' narrative and its cover for ethnic cleansing in Gaza. Examine false claims and shift of tactics in labeling hospitals as Hamas command centers. Critique media bias and simplified narrative of Israel-Palestine conflict. Analyze headlines on Israeli military's intent to battle Hamas and lack of inquiry into non-Hamas casualties.
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Nov 15, 2023 • 52min

Episode 193: How Military Jargon and Cliches Make Mass Death Seem Sterile (Part II)

This podcast explores the use of military jargon and cliches to sanitize violence. It discusses the ongoing Israeli genocide of Palestinians in Gaza and questions the effectiveness of deterrence strategy. The speakers emphasize the need for clear and accurate language when discussing state violence and highlight the manipulative nature of certain terms. They also delve into how language is used to justify actions and dehumanize certain groups. Overall, the podcast emphasizes the importance of using accurate language to describe acts of violence.

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