Air Date 2/21/2025

There is nothing other than racism at the heart of Trump's immigration policy. He wants to deport as many brown people as possible, stop as many immigrants and refugees as possible unless they're White people from South Africa or the nearly 40 million Canadians he's inviting to enjoy immediate US citizenship. This is not complicated. Trump is a disgusting, blatant racist (and always has been) who's trying to turn the US into a White ethnostate.

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KEY POINTS

KP 1: Trump’s Unconstitutional Rampage Against Immigration - Amicus - Air Date 1-25-25

KP 2: Guantanamo's other history Part 1 - Today, Explained - Air Date 2-10-12

KP 3: Know your rights (immigration edition) - Make Your Damn Bed - Air Date 1-23-25

KP 4: Operation Wetback and the Bipartisan Legacy of US Deportations Part 1 - Letters and Politics - Air Date 1-16-25

KP 5: Extraordinary Cruelty, Ordinary Policy: Immigration and Deportation Under Trump 2.0. - Unf*cking The Republic - Air Date 1-31-25

(45:30) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

On what we can learn from imaginary borders

DEEPER DIVES

(51:24) SECTION A: RIGHTS & FIGHTS

(1:26:42) SECTION B: GITMO & HAITI

(1:48:34) SECTION C: BIPARTISAN EXPLOITATION

(2:36:28) SECTION D: REALITY ON THE GROUND

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Introducing “America First,” Global Health Last from America Dissected.

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Abdul and Katelyn discuss the RFK confirmation hearings, the gutting of USAID, and the erasure of CDC data. Then Abdul sits down with the NFL’s Chief Medical Officer Dr. Allen Sills, about the public health process the NFL used to reduce concussions.

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Air Date 2/18/2025

Democracies slide into dictatorship in two ways, first slowly and then all of a sudden. We have been sliding in this direction for at least as long as I have been paying attention to politics and we're finally at the moment where that slow slide shifts into full speed.

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1: Is America Broken - The Gray Area - Air Date 2-10-25

2: Musk's 'DOGE' is spiraling U.S. into a constitutional crisis - The ReidOut - Air Date 2-7-25

3: Trump's latest target the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau - The NPR Politics Podcast - Air Date 2-10-25

4: Trumps American Takeover - Amicus With Dahlia Lithwick - Air Date 2-1-25

5: Musk's Coup and Trump's Christian Zionist Gaza Takeover - Straight White American Jesus - Air Date 2-7-25

6: Media Continues Painting Musk's Far Right Coup as Good Faith _Cost-Cutting Effort - Citations Needed - Air Date 2-5-25

7:  Why Are Dems Surprised - The Intercept Briefing - Air Date 2-7-25

(55:58) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

On the long slide to dictatorship

Clip: O'Connor Decries Republican Attacks on Courts - NPR

DEEPER DIVES

(1:03:06) SECTION A: GOVERNMENT AGENCIES

(1:29:34) SECTION B: CONSTITUTIONAL CRISIS

(2:00:04) SECTION C: THE PLAYBOOK

(2:22:46) SECTION D: WHAT TO DO

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Introducing Scott Galloway: The BIGGEST Money Mistake That’s Keeping You Broke! from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.

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Do you track your spending? 

What’s your biggest money mistake?

In today’s episode, Jay welcomes Scott Galloway, one of the most insightful voices in personal finance and wealth creation. If you've been struggling to make ends meet, wondering why you're not earning enough, or seeking financial security, this conversation is a must-listen.

Jay and Scott kick off by exploring the surprising reasons why 30-year-olds are earning less than expected. They dive into the practical steps individuals can take to change their financial trajectory, discussing topics like saving, investing, and overcoming mental blocks to making money.

Scott emphasizes the importance of financial literacy, encouraging listeners to start conversations about money and investments. He also challenges conventional wisdom, suggesting that pursuing talent over passion might be the key to financial success.

In this interview, you'll learn:

Why 30-year-olds are earning less and how to break the cycle

Practical strategies for saving and investing

How to overcome mental blocks to making money

Why talent trumps passion in achieving financial success

How to rewire your stressful relationship with money

Effective communication strategies for discussing money in relationships

If you've felt frustrated, stuck, or uncertain about your financial future, remember this: taking control of your financial health is within your reach. With this conversation, you'll gain the insights and practical advice needed to transform your relationship with money.

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Jay Shetty.

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What we discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:00 Why Are 30-year-olds Earning Less?

06:07 What Can They Do To Change This For Themselves?

10:52 How Do I Save? 

16:19 What Blocks Us From Making Money? 

22:39 Should Young People Aspire For The American Dream? 

25:02 Financial Security: What To Pursue

31:35 Rewiring Your Stressful Relationship With Money

38:03 Communicate About Money In Healthy Relationships

41:03 Talent Over Passion

45:52 Finding Your Talent

49:26 Every Experience Is An Added Skill

55:22 Forgive Yourself

59:15 Prioritizing And Evaluating Your Efforts 

01:03:23 Building A “Great” Mindset

01:08:29 The Financial Content

01:12:49 Summary

01:13:41 Scott on Final Five

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Air Date: 2-16-25

Today, Jay!, Amanda, Deon and Erin discuss:

- Why we may be forced to bring back bullying

- The impact of algorithms and what we can do about it

- Democrats and the meaning of 'the medium is the message'

- The unbelievable stupidity of techbro dweebs and their followers

- The sociopathic reasons why Musk is doing this

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Introducing A Very Terminator Christmas from Revisionist History.

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What happens when the biggest movie star in the world directs the smallest Christmas film on basic cable? A holiday miracle. 

Today on the show: The never-before-published, extremely bizarre story of the making of ‘Christmas in Connecticut’... the remake.

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Original Air Date: 8/4/2015

The dysfunctional state of the US immigration system and the political fight brewing over what to do about it

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Act 1: Coming Out As An Undocumented Immigrant - Latino Voices - AJ+ (@ajplus) - Air Date: 03-20-15

Act 2: Donald Trump WRONG About 'Immigrant Crime' - @davidpakmanshow - Air Date: 07-08-15

Act 3: Scott Walker Now Bashing Any and All Immigrants - @majorityfm - Air Date: 04-22-15

Act 4: La Raza Annual Conference Will Be Skipped By EVERY 2016 Republican Candidate - @theyoungturks - Air Date: 07-12-15

Act 5: 'OITNB' actress (@dianeguerrero__) speaks out about family's deportation - CNN - Air Date: 11-17-14

Act 6: Mass Graves of Immigrants Found in Texas, But State Says No Laws Were Broken - @democracynow - Air Date: 07-16-15

Act 7: Did You Know Jesus Was Against Immigration? - @theyoungturks - Air Date: 07-16-15

Act 8: Hold Border Patrol Responsible via @ACLU — Best of the Left Activism

Act 9: Let Them All In? How Immigration Can Help the Economy - @LearnLiberty - Air Date: 01-13-15

Act 10: The Migrant Manifesto by Musa Okwonga (@Okwonga) - @migrants_rights Network - Air Date: 11-26-12

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Introducing Claudia Oshry: How to Stop Letting Your Body Image Hold You Back & Build Lasting Confidence from On Purpose with Jay Shetty.

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Do you ever feel held back by body image?

What’s one thing that instantly boosts your confidence?

Today, Jay welcomes Claudia Oshry, a comedian, podcaster, and social media personality. Claudia is the co-host of the extremely popular podcast "The Toast" and has gained a large following on Instagram for her relatable and often self-deprecating posts. Claudia has been open about her personal life, including her struggles with body image and her journey to motherhood. 

Claudia opens up about the misconceptions surrounding her online persona, her journey with Ozempic, and her decision to embrace motherhood. She discusses the challenges of vulnerability on social media and the importance of self-acceptance and living life on your own terms and finding fulfillment. 

Jay and Claudia share their personal experiences with weight and body image, revealing the societal pressures and internal struggles they have faced. They explore the complexities of Claudia's weight loss journey and decide to use Ozempic openly in the public eye. Claudia shares her personal transformation and the newfound confidence she gained through her weight loss journey.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Overcome Misconceptions    

How to Embrace Vulnerability           

How to Deal with Weight Stigma    

How to Build Confidence    

How to Find the Right Partner    

Remember, it's okay to seek support and share your struggles. Embrace your true self, live life on your own terms, and never stop pursuing your dreams.

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

02:27 How It Feels to Be Misunderstood

04:57 Protect Your Own Peace 

06:56 What is Fat Camp?

08:34 The Struggle of Losing Weight

12:38 Responsible Use of Ozempic 

16:20 Struggle with Self Image and Confidence

19:36 How Does Getting Pregnant Feel?

24:18 Getting Ready to Start a Family

30:46 Friends Change Throughout Your Life

33:08 Choosing What to Share About Your Life

39:45 Becoming a Content Creator

42:45 Learnings from the Corporate Life

46:16 Building a Brand as a One-Man Team

49:26 Smart Advice for Content Creators

52:49 Just Get Started

55:08 Stability is Beneficial in Running a Business

58:04 Running a Business with Family

01:01:44 How to Record a Good Episode

01:03:27 Know When to Listen

01:07:11 The Worst Type of Humor

01:10:46 Greatest Lesson from Grief

01:14:50 The Girl with a Dead Dad

01:18:37 The Dangers of Exposing Children Online

01:21:30 Claudia on Final Five 

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Air Date 2/11/2025

The very rich, as has been noted before, are not on the side of regular people. And even if you think that the federal government needs a major reboot, no one but the ultra-wealthy are going to be happy with what they build in the aftermath of the administrative coup currently underway.

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KEY POINTS

KP 1: How Oligarchs Took Over The World - Double Down News - Air Date 1-9-25

KP 2: Is Elon Musk Staging a Coup? Unelected Billionaire Seizes Control at Treasury Dept. & Other Agencies - Democracy Now! - Air Date 2-3-25

KP 3: The Oligarchy's Power is Waking America Up - Velshi - Air Date 1-27-25

KP 4: DARK GOTHIC MAGA: How Tech Billionaires Plan to Destroy America Part 1 - Blonde Politics | The Silly Serious - Air Date 11-13-24

KP 5: Why the Tech Bros Allied with Trump - Zeteo - Air Date 2-2-25

KP 6: President Trump and the Power of the Purse - Takes™ by Jamelle Bouie - Air Date 2-5-25

(51:21) NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

On the dream of the accelerationists

DEEPER DIVES

(56:16) SECTION A: HISTORICAL CONTEXT

(1:40:21) SECTION B: GOVERNMENT DESTRUCTION

(2:25:04) SECTION C: THE BROS

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Introducing How to Trust and Be Trusted with Rachel Botsman from Revisionist History.

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Rachel Botsman, Oxford University Lecturer and author of the new Pushkin audiobook How to Trust and Be Trusted, joins Malcolm to talk about how to make smart decisions about trust. Then, a preview of How to Trust and Be Trusted, which is available on Spotify, Audible or wherever you get your audiobooks.

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