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Behind the Bastards

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Oct 28, 2023 • 3h 33min

It Could Happen Here Weekly 104

The podcast discusses various topics including the suffering of Palestinians and Jews, the lack of access to power and water in North East Syria, the importance of leftist militaries, the analysis of security culture and messaging apps, the history and dark realities of the chocolate industry, and the challenges faced by journalists in Palestine.
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Oct 26, 2023 • 1h 10min

Part Two:The Deadliest Workplace Disaster in U.S. History

This podcast explores the exploitation of black tunnel workers and the absurdity of inspections. It delves into a famous trial and the logistics of dealing with the dead. The aftermath of a coal mine disaster and unequal compensation are highlighted. Tragic history and the lack of workplace protections are discussed, along with the hosts' exploration of TikTok and society's fascination with serial killers.
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Oct 24, 2023 • 1h 9min

Part One:The Deadliest Workplace Disaster in U.S. History

This podcast discusses the Hawks Nest Tunnel disaster, comparing it to other industrial disasters like Chernobyl and Bhopal. It explores the impact on the United Mine Workers Union and highlights the cost-cutting measures and negligence that led to the disaster. The episode also touches on harsh working conditions, sponsor ads, and the racial disparity in safety measures.
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Oct 21, 2023 • 3h 36min

It Could Happen Here Weekly 103

Topics include: GameStop stock cult and Wall Street Bets, beliefs of cult leaders, Ryan Cohen's power move in GameStop, chaos of the Speaker of the House, struggles in organizing a vote, aftermath of McCarthy's ousting, Gaza bombing and limited access, Ahmed's struggles to leave Gaza, pro-palsy activist's journey, Israel's recognition of genocides, understanding the Palestinian perspective, NFT crash and impact on tech industry, perceived value of NFTs, downfall of NFT company, exploitative nature of NFTs, importance of sympathy in extremist groups, societal consequences of limited opportunities and future cryptocurrency scams.
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Oct 19, 2023 • 1h 23min

Part Six: G. Gordon Liddy: The Fascist Behind Watergate

G. Gordon Liddy, involved in the Watergate scandal, discusses his financial struggles, writing career, and controversial legacy. The podcast explores libertarian perspectives on the free market, gun control, and drug restrictions. It also delves into Liddy's rise in talk radio, his comedic bits, and his continued popularity in Hollywood. The chapter concludes with a personal anecdote about finding hope amidst chaos.
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Oct 17, 2023 • 1h 2min

Part Five: G. Gordon Liddy: The Fascist Behind Watergate

G. Gordon Liddy, incarcerated and still making baffling Nazi references and lying about violence, discusses his time in prison, his bizarre behavior, and his feuds with prison officials. The chapter also highlights the controversy surrounding his actions during the Watergate scandal and his encounter with a Chinese American man. Includes an exploration of self-harm behavior and a disturbing incident involving the fascist song 'Tomorrow Belongs to Me'.
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Oct 14, 2023 • 3h 2min

It Could Happen Here Weekly 102

Topics discussed in this podcast include the desensitization of online culture towards violence, the impact of war on civilians and reporting, the history and evolution of anti-fascism, taking action against hate speech, the modern state of anti-fascism and global perspectives, building institutions to address the current situation, nonviolent direct action in Atlanta, strategic nonviolence in defending a forest, mobilizing affinity groups for a major action, the recent attack from Hamas and Israel's response, and the situation in Gaza as an open-air concentration camp.
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Oct 12, 2023 • 1h 34min

Part Four: G. Gordon Liddy: The Fascist Behind Watergate

G. Gordon Liddy, who managed a dirty tricks campaign during Watergate, is the guest. The podcast covers topics like Liddy's proposal for a new investigations unit named Odessa, his failed break-in attempt, his role in Watergate, and his motivations and tactical errors. It also discusses Liddy's admiration for war criminals and his controversial suggestions.
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Oct 10, 2023 • 1h 7min

Part Three: G. Gordon Liddy: The Fascist Behind Watergate

Former FBI agent G. Gordon Liddy joins the podcast and discusses a range of intriguing topics, including his joy for random gunfire, threatening a jury with a knife, and finally, delving into the infamous Watergate scandal.
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Oct 7, 2023 • 3h 11min

It Could Happen Here Weekly 102

The podcast explores topics such as national liberation struggles, financial abuse tactics of a religious organization, the influence of the CIA in Japanese politics, and stereotypes surrounding young male migrants. It also discusses the importance of treating migrants with dignity, RICO charges against activists, and the dangers of talking to the police without a lawyer.

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