The Pete Quiñones Show

Join Pete as he engages with viewers on a lively livestream, sharing personal anecdotes like upgrading home appliances and attending Catholic ceremonies. He critiques the performative outrage surrounding the White House and explores historical narratives, including reflections on family memories from WWII. The conversation dives into book recommendations on significant historical events, travel tales in Europe, and intriguing insights on societal dynamics. Plus, hear thoughts on the interplay of media, comedy, and the implications of global politics.

A professor shares insights on navigating the polarized arts and academia scenes as a conservative. Discussions include the impact of COVID-era fears on youth behavior and the exhaustion caused by social media pressures. Clare explores how leftist ideologies penetrate institutions, often replacing traditional beliefs with secular fanaticism. She critiques the politicization of art and the risks of dissent in workplaces, and emphasizes the importance of discreetly supporting moderates within a challenging environment.

Bird, co-host of the Timeline Earth podcast, dives into the complexities of Marxism, exploring its key figures: Lenin, Stalin, Mao, Guzmán, and the post-Marxist Hoppe. He discusses Lenin's revolutionary strategies and the nuances of dialectical materialism. Bird critiques universal suffrage and examines Stalin's methods of governance, including his infamous Great Terror. The conversation also sheds light on Mao's unique adaptations of Marxism for China and the rise and fall of Guzmán's Shining Path. Each figure's lessons resonate deeply in current political contexts.

Join Buck Johnson, a recurring guest known for his sharp commentary on propaganda, and Philo, a research expert providing deep historical insights, as they dive into the life and work of Edward Bernays. They explore the relevance of Bernays' 1947 theories on persuasion in today's media landscape, dissect how public relations shaped modern communication, and discuss the ethical quandaries faced by leaders during crises. The conversation touches on Bernays' use of Freud's ideas in marketing, the origins of wartime propaganda, and the cultural impacts of engineered consent.

Join Ernst, a cultural commentator and AfriForum campaigner, Rob, a freelance consultant focused on Cape independence, and Simon Roche, a civil defense advocate from Suidlanders. They dive into South Africa's complex history, exploring the ANC's military strategies and the roots of the 2021 riots. Topics include the decline of infrastructure, intra-race economic inequality, and cultural survival. Simon also outlines the legal basis for community preparedness under international law, raising alarms over potential civil conflict as tensions intensify.

Harvey Wallbanger, President of the Vitas Dominium chapter of the Old Glory Club, joins to dissect pressing political issues. They delve into Trump's lavish East Wing ballroom renovation, defending its high-culture appeal. The conversation shifts to the underwhelming No Kings protests and the left's attempts to co-opt colonial symbols. Wallbanger warns about the perils of weak trust in organizing after discussing group-chat leaks. Lastly, they highlight the opaque political funding from Democracy Engine and its implications on democracy.

In this discussion, revisionist historian Thomas777, known for his insights on Soviet-era military history, explores controversial ideas about the Soviet Union's role in igniting World War II. He highlights the arguments of Viktor Suvorov and Joachim Hoffmann, claiming Stalin orchestrated the conflict's beginnings. Topics include Marxist-Leninist expansionism, Stalin's strategic military initiatives, and the implications of the Molotov-Ribbentrop Pact. Thomas also examines the 1939 Soviet attack on Khalkhin Gol and its potential significance as the war's true start.

This week’s guest is Thomas777, an independent commentator and author known for his insightful writings on California’s complex history. He delves into the transformation of California's political identity, breaking down how it shifted from a stronghold of 'white America.' Thomas expounds on the Gold Rush's impact on demographics, early racial politics, and the struggle between Jacksonians and Whigs. He also critiques the narrative around California's progressivism, arguing it stems from elite influence rather than grassroots movements, inviting listeners to rethink common historical assumptions.

7 Hours and 53 MinutesPG-13These are the episodes concentrating on specific aspects of the Spanish Civil War plus the episode reading chapter 7 of The Last Crusdae.Correcting the Narrative on the Spanish Civil WarRight-Wing Factional Unity in the Spanish Civil WarThe Weaponry of the Spanish Civil WarPete Reads Warren H Carroll's 'The Last Crusade' Part 7The 'Left' Factions of the Spanish Civil War Faction: With the CrusadersKarl's SubstackKarl's MerchPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

3 Hours and 53 MinutesPG-13Karl Dahl is an author specializing in the Spanish Civil War and historical "fiction."Karl and Pete did a brief series that provides a summary of the events leading up to, during, and following the Spanish Civil War. This includes the recent Livestream Q&A.Faction: With the CrusadersKarl's SubstackKarl's MerchPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's SubstackPete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on TwitterBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.