Between the Liars

We have another guest! Come learn about capital gains and how the Democrats want to tax them. Full episode now streaming!

Democrats plan to fund the proposed “Build Back Better” agenda by raising the capital gains tax AND taxing unrealized capital gains. Jonny Abbotoy joins the crew to break down exactly what capital gains are, the difference between realized and unrealized gains, and how they are currently taxed. We debate whether or not this is a functional plan and what the benefits/harms to the economy might be.

The livestream of this episode can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S04zqbZ71Ik&t=14s

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The FDA intends to ban menthol cigarettes, but will that actually improve the status quo? Full episode now streaming!

Should the federal government ban harmful substances such as tobacco products? Will such a mandate save lives or just frustrate addicts? Are there more effective ways to get people to stop smoking? We are joined by David & Mik to discuss all that and more!

The livestream of this episode can be found on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-Y3Vs-4FkOE&t=106s

We livestream our recordings every Saturday at 12 pm central. Come hang out!

Facebook rebrands themself "Meta" and we rebrand ourselves with a snazzy new theme song courtesy of Andrew Hensley over at Secret Spike Studio/ 865 Audio!! (You can catch it in the background of this trailer). Eventually you'll be able to find the full episode somewhere in the Metaverse, but for now you can find it wherever you listen to podcasts. 

Facebook announces they will now call themself "Meta" in an effort to refocus their brand beyond their social media platform. We discuss the future of VR/AR courtesy of Meta, where we think society is headed in the "Metaverse", and whether or not we are one step closer to Skynet. Be sure to like and follow our Meta page! And as always, all hail the algorithm! 

Catch a sneak peak of our new theme music at the start of our show, courtesy of Andrew Hensley over at Secret Spike Studio/ 865 Audio!! More details to come!

Did the state of New York violate the constitutional right of its citizens to keep and bear arms? The case of New York Pistol and Rifle Association v. Bruen seeks to determine that very thing. Full episode with all our takes now streaming! 

The State of New York denied two citizens conceal carry permits, leading to a Supreme Court battle this month over the second amendment. Has the state of New York violated the constitutional right of its citizens to keep and bear arms? The case of New York Pistol and Rifle Association v. Bruen seeks to determine that very thing. We have all the details, and 3 special guests to discuss!

The livestream of this episode can be found on our YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/raA3N8MhcFI

We livestream our recordings every Saturday at 12 pm central.

Is housing a "human right"? Should we guarantee housing in the U.S.? What are some ways we could improve the housing situation? Join us for a discussion over these questions and more!

The livestream of this episode can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kS7VFPzMq3M&t=119s

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If you’re confused about the current budget crisis, this is the episode for you! 

Sierra Noe joins our crew to discuss  some of the main events surrounding the issue, including why progressive House Democrats refuse to vote on the $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill unless Senate Democrats agree to pass the $3.5 trillion dollar “Build Back Better” agenda in its current form. (For a full debate on some of the items contained in this bill, listen to Ep. 12 Human Infrastructure — the bill has been called both).

House Democrats (Led by Speaker Pelosi) are determined to pass the $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill AND the $3.5 trillion "Build Back Better" package as one giant bundle. They refuse to call for a vote on these issues individually. 

The infrastructure bill received bipartisan support (from both Democrats & Republicans) but progressive democrats in the House refuse to vote in favor of the infrastructure bill unless senate Democrats pass the Build Back Better (aka human infrastructure) bill. 

Senators Manchin (WV) and Cinema (AZ) are opposed to the $2.5 trillion "Build Back Better", knocking the Senate Democrat vote count down to 48. They need at least 50 to pass.

Sen. Manchin stands by the original deal he signed with senate majority leader Chuck Schumer which outlined $1.5 trillion in spending -- any additional spending would require means-testing (proof of its necessity and correct allocation/use). 

Senators Manchin & Cinema face mounting pressure from the progressives in their party and President Biden to cave and vote in favor of the $5 trillion budget package. 

The livestream of this episode can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sBt3I-Kq8uM&t=677s

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