Vladimir Putin has instantaneously reignited the Cold War by savagely attacking Ukraine this week. In response to requests, Dan shares a few thoughts.

After 20 years in Afghanistan the U.S. exits the country thus ending the longest war in American history. Are there any lessons to be learned?

In a show recorded before the recent House impeachment vote, Dan examines the damage caused by the iceberg we recently hit when Americans stormed the U.S. Capitol and tries to suggest how we might avoid hitting another one.

To paraphrase John Lennon, So you say you want a civil war? With the U.S. facing one of the most consequential elections in its history, Dan has some thoughts about us all, our choices and the times in which we live.

The podcast discusses the impact of a global pandemic on partisan conflict and explores societal cycles of violence and retribution. It examines the role of amplified voices, the consequences of perpetual political warfare, and the evolution of confrontational social media. The unique characteristics of the 21st century president, the political nature of impeachment, and the information revolution's impact on society are also examined, along with the threats and challenges faced in this era.

You never know when you might get a little common sense unexpectedly out of nowhere.This is one of those times.

The podcast discusses the challenges of operating in a polarized society, the complexities of free speech and hate speech, the dominance of loud and trollish people in online debates, manipulation tactics used by politicians and media, the disconnect between perception and reality in politics and corporate organizations, the NFL kneeling controversy and its manipulation of public opinion, and the speaker's reflections on qualifications and plans for future content.

The podcast discusses the potential for civil war in the United States, the dangers of hate and polarization, and the role of media manipulation. It also explores the idea of a celebrity sex tape candidate for president and the struggles of competition and topic selection.

This podcast explores the war powers in the USA and how events in Syria and North Korea are connected to the issue. It reflects on the fast-paced nature of news and the demonization of political discourse. The podcast also discusses the potential catastrophe of North Korea's artillery range and nuclear weapons. Additionally, it explores cyber propaganda, justifying military actions, and the convenience of audio books.

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