Behind the Bastards

Topics discussed include the power and influence of Elon Musk, mutual aid work at the border and the Balfour Declaration, the spread of misinformation and the impact of historical decisions, inter-ethnic collaboration in Myanmar, China's role in crime empires and human trafficking, the Luddite movement and resistance to industrialization, and redefining humanity's relationship with technology.

Former gambling king of London turned owner of the deadliest zoo in history, Lord Aspinall, is the guest. The podcast delves into Lord Aspinall's unique approach to animal care, his far-right beliefs, and his disturbing admiration for Hitler's eugenics ideas. It also explores his involvement in clandestine acquisitions, toxic social circles, and the tragic death of a gorilla in his zoo.

Lord Aspinall, a high society gambling king of London, is the focus of this episode. The podcast delves into his upbringing, abusive experiences in British boarding schools, the punishment-driven success culture in England, extravagant gambling parties at the Ritz hotel, and his illegal gambling scheme. The interconnectedness of exploitation in the casino industry, including gambling, zoos, and a murder, is also discussed.

This podcast covers a wide range of interesting topics including the violent dynamics of the Israeli project, the ineffectiveness of international law in preventing atrocities, settler colonialism and land seizure in Palestine, the impact of settlements on political ideologies, the complexity of anti-colonial resistance, and the urgency to acknowledge and condemn ethnic cleansing. It also explores futuristic ideas such as creating digital twins, the ethical concerns of AI communication, ownership of user data, and the potential of digital twins for elections. Additionally, it discusses the importance of bail funds in the American legal system and the practical aspects of running a bail fund.

Discussion on the racist and explicit content in 1950s men's adventure magazines, including stories involving child prostitution, white slavery, and murder. Humorous commentary on unrealistic advertisements and dangerous advice found in the magazines. Exploration of the decline of journalism and the importance of short stories. Announcement of a new podcast featuring similar stories.

In this podcast, the hosts analyze and discuss the controversial content of 1950s men's adventure magazines, including explicit content, racist stereotypes, and cannibalism. They also explore the history of slave trading in Saudi Arabia and talk about the challenges of short attention spans in writing.

This podcast explores various topics, including haunted locations, paranormal investigations, the dark side of social media, the power of AI, political cults, and the battle for public education. It discusses the influence of political cult leader Linden Larush, the poor conditions in Portland schools, and the importance of teachers in students' lives. Join the picket and support the strike happening in Portland to show your support.

Comedian Brodie Reed joins Robert to discuss Idi Amin, a highly skilled soldier who murdered thousands in Uganda. They explore Amin's rise to power, his military career, and the brutal regime he established. The podcast also examines the British Empire's military tactics and Idi Amin's expulsion of Asians from Uganda.

The podcast explores the true story of Dracula, starting with the origins of the character and the real person he is based on. It delves into the early life and training of Vlad the Impaler, his brutal methods of punishment, and the propaganda campaign used to turn him into a monstrous figure. The podcast also discusses the origins of blood sucking in Dracula and debunks the story of Vlad the Impaler. It examines the scientific understanding of vampirism and its connections to diseases like rabies. The origin of the name 'Dracula' and its connection to impaling techniques are explored, and the podcast concludes with discussions on Lord Byron, Mary Shelley's Frankenstein, and other podcast projects.

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.