With the Russian-Ukrainian war hitting its two year anniversary this week, we thought we’d revisit the topic after our initial discussion in 2022 (see episode 17). Were we wrong? Were we right? Does it matter? Tune in to find out!

Sources:

Council on Foreign Relations article on US aid to Ukraine: https://www.cfr.org/article/how-much-aid-has-us-sent-ukraine-here-are-six-charts

Gallup poll on support for Ukraine : https://news.gallup.com/poll/513680/american-views-ukraine-war-charts.aspx

Reuters article on North Korea supplying Russia with weapons: https://www.reuters.com/world/where-did-russia-get-its-north-korean-missiles-2024-01-05/

Returning guest Ej Brotons joins us this episode, diving into what we consider dealbreakers in our interpersonal relationships as well discussing dealbreakers submitted by listeners.

Working can bring a lot of stress but have you ever wondered if some of the things you stress out about at your job are even worth stressing over? This episode talks about how to understand the world as it is while also living the life you want without burning out.

We’re half way through the year folks and it’s time for a 6 month check-in! In today’s short episode we talk about the importance of checking in with yourself.

The growing trend of choosing friends for the “the look” is getting out of hand. This episode delves into the issue of sterile friend groups and why it can be an issue beyond social media photos.

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A Word With Layo is back after a long hiatus! This mini-sode reflects on 2022 and how continuity with goals is better than trying to reinvent them each new year.

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Pelosi’s visit to Taiwan and the subsequent response from China has dominated the news. But do we REALLY understand what’s happening here? Probably not. Who better to discuss this than a Taiwanese/Australian citizen and China analyst from DC. Join us on this journey of history, current events, and laughs.

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The Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade has America in a tizzy, including us! Featuring returning guest, Ej Brotons, listen in on a range of emotions and sarcasm at the dumpster fire that is America. Report on US backsliding: https://www.idea.int/blog/democratic-backsliding-different-causes-divergent-trajectories

Returning guest EJ Brotons talks with us about how history shouldn’t block you from taking garbage people out of your life. Listen, laugh, and enjoy!

Sometimes we need to be real with ourselves and acknowledge that we play a larger part in our own misery than we realize. It’s not always about the actions of others, it’s about how you respond.