

Behind the Bastards
Cool Zone Media and iHeartPodcasts
There’s a reason the History Channel has produced hundreds of documentaries about Hitler but only a few about Dwight D. Eisenhower. Bad guys (and gals) are eternally fascinating. Behind the Bastards dives in past the Cliffs Notes of the worst humans in history and exposes the bizarre realities of their lives. Listeners will learn about the young adult novels that helped Hitler form his monstrous ideology, the founder of Blackwater’s insane quest to build his own Air Force, the bizarre lives of the sons and daughters of dictators and Saddam Hussein’s side career as a trashy romance novelist.
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Sep 5, 2023 • 1h 5min
Part One: The 12 Tribes: The Worst Cult You've Never Heard Of
This podcast explores the 12 Tribes cult, discussing their beliefs, practices, and extreme treatment of children through physical abuse. It also touches on the similarities between the hippie and Jesus movements, and the use of a restaurant as a front for cult recruitment. The difficulty in investigating the cult due to their isolation and avoidance of modern society is also highlighted.

Sep 2, 2023 • 2h 41min
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The podcast discusses topics such as the history of the anarchist movement in Egypt, the significance of the Trans Day of Solidarity event, the origins and role of independent unions, interference and violence in Mediterranean Sea rescue missions, and the rise of Vivek Ramaswami.

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Aug 31, 2023 • 54min
Part Two: Behind the Swastika
This podcast explores the secret history of the swastika. It discusses the rise and fall of the symbol, its complex history in India, Hitler's admiration for India, controversies surrounding its use, and the complexities of its legacy. The episode also includes discussions on provocative magazines, satanic panic, and recommendations for podcasts and books.

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Aug 29, 2023 • 1h 9min
Part One: Behind the Swastika
The podcast explores the surprising history of the swastika symbol, delving into its ancient origins and significance in Hinduism and Buddhism. It discusses its spread across various cultures and regions, including its use by indigenous people in the Americas. The episode also explores its association with Aryan and German identity, its adoption by nationalist movements, and its subsequent association with Nazi propaganda. It examines the influence of Adolf Lanz von Liebenfels and the psychological impact of colors on our perception of the symbol.

Aug 26, 2023 • 4h 23min
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Topics discussed in this podcast include cyclocross and the presence of trans-exclusionary radical feminists in sports, controversy surrounding trans women in sports, supporting trans kids, Colin Kaepernick's job status, Eric Andre's podcast, a missing person case, Young Thug's prosecution, inflation discourse, the theory of inflation and Strange Matters magazine, heterodox economics, supply chains in the economy, cost-push inflation, World War II strategies, greedflation, and the fight against COPS City.

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Aug 24, 2023 • 1h 16min
Part Two: Ron DeSantis: Florida Man
Discussion on Ron DeSantis' political tactics and strategy, his transformation from a wonky figure to a culture warrior, and his consolidation of power in Florida. The hosts also delve into Gen Z slang, test elected officials with soapy food, and explore the assault on voting rights in Florida.

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Aug 22, 2023 • 1h 8min
Part One: Ron DeSantis: Florida Man
Ron DeSantis, Governor of Florida, is discussed in this podcast. Topics include Trump's nicknames, Ron DeSantis's family background, Little League champions, Ron DeSantis' worldview, his time at Yale, and allegations against him in Guantanamo Bay.

Aug 19, 2023 • 3h 39min
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Topics discussed in this podcast include a riverboat brawl, violence against black people in Alabama, the dangers of phone addiction and online disinformation, right-wing criticism of a Barbie movie with feminist messaging, the life of Athenian general Alcibiades, the influence of the book Bronze Age mindset, the rise of anti-democratic thinking in academia, misconceptions of China's Belt and Road initiative, exploitation of the working class in Chinese infrastructure projects, the controversial nature of Belt and Road, the Moscow, Idaho murders, women's involvement in ISIS, international dynamics of the ISIS issue, providing aid to migrants, challenges in border migration, a tragic incident involving three sisters, and negligence in rescue efforts.

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Aug 17, 2023 • 1h 18min
We Read The Dilbert Guy's Attempt to Make Trump into a Religion
Garrison Davis joins Robert to discuss Scott Adams' attempt to make Trump into a religion. They explore Adams' background, Trump's persuasion skills, the influence of algorithms, and Scott's ultra-liberal views on abortion and marijuana legalization. They also delve into mass delusions, Trump's stance on climate change, prepared insults, and discuss various advertisements and sponsors.

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Aug 15, 2023 • 1h 16min
The Sam Bankman-Fried Update
Everyone's favorite crypto conman is back behind bars! Robert sits down with Jamie Loftus to talk about his plans to buy an island and make he and his friends living gods. (1 Part)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.