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Behind the Bastards

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Jul 13, 2024 • 2h 41min

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The podcast discusses the complexities of indigeneity, decolonization, and elevating Indigenous knowledge. It also explores the history of puzzles, riddles, and wordplay games. Additionally, it covers the aftermath of the Biden-Trump debate, speculation on Biden dropping out, and the impact of sports washing in Esports. The episode delves into Saudi Arabia's repressive regime, investments, and influence on the economy, along with Turkey's dynamics with Syrian refugees and the Grey Wolves group.
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Jul 11, 2024 • 1h 33min

Part Two: The Dr. Laura Episodes

The podcast explores Dr. Laura's complex relationships and influences, her controversial views on work and motherhood, and the rivalry she had with Barbara De Angelis in the radio industry. It also delves into her early career struggles, advice-giving techniques, and the controversies surrounding her career and views.
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Jul 9, 2024 • 1h 25min

Part One: The Dr. Laura Episodes

Comedian Jamie Loftus discusses the controversial Dr. Laura Schlesinger, contrasting her with Oprah and exploring her influence on pop therapists like Jordan Peterson. They delve into Dr. Laura's upbringing, family background, and the peculiar dynamics of her childhood, all while reflecting on societal norms and the evolution of talk radio formats.
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Jul 5, 2024 • 1h 58min

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The podcast discusses recent political debates, analysis of debate performances, speculation on future presidential candidates, humorous discussions on Trump and border machines, exploration of sea urchins and their significance, impacts of climate change on sea urchins, and comparisons of recent coups in history.
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Jul 2, 2024 • 1h 9min

The July 4th Terrible Right Wing Novel Spectacular

Hosts discuss cult leaders, admiring John Waters, and quiz on Gen Z. Novel 'Operation Night Watch' by financial advisor Al Jones features racist themes. Backstories, crimes, and critique of writing style in a thrilling narrative. Intense scenes of injuries, emergency care, Cuban cigars, military hypocrisy, and Oval Office tensions. Plot developments include true crime podcasts and upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics.
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Jun 29, 2024 • 2h 52min

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The podcast covers topics such as strategies of resistance in the African diaspora, challenges in immigration court proceedings, for-profit detention centers, expedited removal implications, and creating welcoming environments for immigrants. It also delves into protests, finance bill controversies in Kenya, election predictions, independent voter impact, poorly animated satirical comedy critique, and content creation challenges in comedy shows.
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Jun 27, 2024 • 1h 7min

Part Two: How Avery Brundage Gave Hitler an Olympics

The podcast delves into the controversial actions of Avery Brundage and the Olympic Committee, highlighting the challenges faced by Jewish athletes during the Nazi era. It explores the resistance to boycotting the Nazi Olympics, Brundage's trip to Germany, and his questionable defense of Hitler. The narrative also touches on Jesse Owens' boycott dilemma and the manipulation of sports for political agendas.
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Jun 25, 2024 • 1h 2min

Part One: How Avery Brundage Gave Hitler an Olympics

Professional Olympics nerd, Matt Lieb, discusses Avery Brundage's controversial role in the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Topics include the evolution of the modern Olympics, ancient Greek origins, amateurism in sports, risks of data breaches, financial struggles, mistreatment of athletes, and the complexities of navigating political ideologies within the games.
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Jun 22, 2024 • 2h 50min

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The podcast delves into Supreme Court news and legal arguments, discusses the joy of small gardens, explores manure and composting benefits, and provides insights on sustainable gardening practices. It also covers annual vs. perennial plant distinctions, gardening tips for pest management, and legal complexities in threat cases. Additionally, it explores war crimes, accountability, and the prosecution at The Hague.
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Jun 20, 2024 • 1h 17min

Part Two: How the British Empire and U.S. Department of Defense Murdered an Island Paradise

The podcast discusses the forced removal of Chagosians by the British Empire and U.S. Department of Defense, the cruel actions of authorities during the depopulation of Diego Garcia, and the similarities between the Galactic Empire and the US military. It also explores the dark history of the Chagos Islands, the infamous dog genocide, and legal battles for the Chagossians' right to return.

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