Episodes
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
Waking Up in a Post-Pandemic World: Reality or Simulation?
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
Saturday Sep 16, 2023
Join us as we dissect the far-reaching impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on society. From unprecedented natural disasters to the politicization of vaccines, we explore the turbulent landscape of recent years. We scrutinize pandemic management, inequalities in vaccine access, and concerns about future preparedness. The economic and social implications, including income inequality and government stimulus, are under our microscope.
Did COVID-19 signal the end of neoliberalism? We analyze the shift towards nationalism and its effects on global markets and partnerships.
Our discussion spans the globe, from a global cost of living crisis to protests and potential economic slowdowns. We examine US government decision-making processes, its international sector control, and China's rising competition.
Why is China a threat? We explore shifts in global currencies, and consider geopolitical tensions in the western Indian Ocean and the Arabia Peninsula.
Join us as we unravel the complex web of pandemic repercussions and global transformations!
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
To Coup or Not to Coup? That is the question
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
Tuesday Jan 12, 2021
In our first cast of 2021 Alton and Alden discuss the recent insurrection on 1/6 and what it means for the present and future of this nation.
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Tonight's the Night ... Look Over Your Shoulder
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Tuesday Nov 03, 2020
Alton and Alden are back! We open by talking about the politics of Lil Wayne and the other black sole proprietors. Then we think about how November 3rd is going to unfold and we make bold predictions about known unknowns and other fun facts. Join us as we wait for the results.
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
The I'm a Popstar Economy
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
Wednesday Oct 21, 2020
Great Power Competition, what is that? Will the election solve any of our problems? In particular, can our political class help us address the winner takes all economy? Finally we discuss judicial reform and the enduring appeal of Drake.