Historian Dr. Gerald Horne joins us to unpack his book The Counter-Revolution of 1776, showing how America’s Revolution was less about freedom and more about preserving slavery. We explore the hidden truths of U.S. history, how they shape today’s struggles over race, power, and democracy, and what it will take to create real change.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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In Episode 47 of the Common-X Podcast, we sit down with Richard Karn—beloved for his role as Al Borland on Home Improvement and as host of Family Feud. Richard opens up about his journey in Hollywood, what it was like stepping into iconic roles, and how those experiences shaped his career. We also dive into his Seattle roots, his love for the Seahawks, and the stories that make him more than just the man with the flannel.

Join us for an inspiring and entertaining conversation with one of television’s most recognizable faces.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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On November 24, 1971, a man calling himself Dan Cooper hijacked a Northwest Orient flight, parachuted into the night with $200,000 in ransom, and vanished without a trace. To this day, it remains the only unsolved skyjacking in U.S. history.

In this episode of the Common-X Podcast, we sit down with journalist and author Bruce A. Smith, one of the leading researchers on the D.B. Cooper case. We explore the FBI investigation, the suspects, the myths versus facts, and why this mystery still grips the public imagination more than 50 years later. Was Cooper a criminal mastermind who got away clean — or a desperate man who didn’t survive the jump?

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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On this episode of Common-X, we sit down with musician Steve Thoma, who toured with Fleetwood Mac in the mid-90s and played keyboards on their 1995 album Time. Steve shares behind-the-scenes stories from life on the road, what it was like stepping into one of rock’s most legendary bands, and how the music industry looked from the inside during that era. We also dive into raw conversations about alcohol, cocaine, and the highs and lows of rock-and-roll culture.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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On this episode of the Common-X Podcast, Jared and Ian sit down with Dr. Jared Ball — professor, media critic, and author of The Myth and Propaganda of Black Buying Power. We dive into the trillion-dollar talking point repeated in the media, where it comes from, and why it’s not the economic “power” it’s made out to be. Dr. Ball explains how this myth shifts attention away from structural inequality, housing discrimination, and systemic wealth theft — and puts the blame back on Black communities instead. We also talk about media propaganda, the destruction of the middle class, and what real power looks like: labor, budgets, and ownership. This is a must-listen if you want to understand how money, politics, and race intersect in America today.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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In this episode of the Common-X Podcast, we sit down with KC from the Netflix show The Kings of Tupelo. We talk about the roots of Tupelo, Elvis’s hometown legacy, and the culture that shaped the South. But KC doesn’t stop there—he shares his perspective on corruption, exploitation, and even shocking claims about body part trafficking tied to the community.

It’s raw, unfiltered, and eye-opening. Whether you’re a fan of music history, Southern culture, or digging for the truth behind the curtain, this is a conversation you won’t want to miss.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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Join Jared and Ian as they dive into the world of industrial hemp — one of the most versatile plants on the planet. From breaking down the myths and hype to exploring its 50,000 uses, they unpack why this crop could transform industries, economies, and the environment. The conversation also tackles legalization, prohibition, and why it’s time to finally free hemp from outdated laws.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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We’re back for a brand-new season, and our first guests are none other than our wives. What starts as a conversation about how movies, TV, and social media create unrealistic expectations of how men and women should act and look… quickly spirals into a hilarious, unfiltered ride. We dive into raising kids, the state of education, and yes—things even get spicy with a talk about the Epstein files. It’s honest, messy, and 100% us.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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Season 2 of the CommonX Podcast kicks off with a bang. From guest-starring on Sam Tripoli’s Tin Foil Hat podcast to the long-awaited return of 9/11 truth-teller Richard Gage, we’re doubling down on the conversations others won’t touch. We’re celebrating our first full year of pushing boundaries with a special birthday episode—but not before we take things personal.

Episode One opens the season with our most honest roundtable yet—featuring our wives, April Primmer and Sabrina Mayzak. Together, we dive deep into the Epstein files, break down the latest global chaos, and explore how current events affect everyday families like ours. No scripts. No filters. Just real talk from people who care about the truth and aren’t afraid to ask hard questions.

Season 2 is about leveling up, speaking louder, and pulling no punches. Buckle up.

The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

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In Episode 40, we speak with Andru Martin, whose video went viral after being arrested for simply sleeping in his car. We dive deep into citizens' rights, discuss police overreach, and explore Andru's ongoing struggle with the Pryor, Oklahoma Police Department, who he claims hold a personal vendetta against him. This eye-opening conversation questions the line between law enforcement and harassment.

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The CommonX Podcast features long-form conversations with musicians, cultural voices, veterans, entrepreneurs, and independent thinkers who bring lived experience to the table. Hosted by Jared Mayzak and Ian Primmer, CommonX explores music, culture, work, identity, resilience, and the systems that shape everyday life—without talking points or manufactured outrage.

From iconic artists and creative pioneers to everyday people with extraordinary stories, each episode prioritizes honesty, curiosity, and meaningful dialogue. This is a Gen-X–driven show for listeners who value depth over noise and conversation over clicks.

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.