Conflict Theory

Conflict Theory

By Paul NareyNewsPolitics
Download on the App Store

Conflict Theory episodes

  • Episode 19.5 - GameStop pt. 2: stonks

    In this episode, Paul, Alan and our special guest, Spencer, argue about Game Stock and the economy. This is part 2 of gamestonk so to hear the background before this argument visit https://open.spotify.com/episode/7GmdwQeSda8TeBeZSLBt4H?si=psnBb9-5SY2skdGb6xWwPQ

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    Thanks to Mr. Atomic (https://open.spotify.com/artist/69SYTROZhFeJkNRJ96QwSM) for providing the jams.

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    40 min
  • Episode 19 - GameStock: Conflict Theory goes to business school

    In this episode, Paul, Brandy, Alan and our special guest Spencer discuss the whole Gamestonk debacle. This is part one where the we explain the story and our perspective to hear us argue, hang in there for part two. 

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    Thanks to Mr. Atomic (https://open.spotify.com/artist/69SYTROZhFeJkNRJ96QwSM) for providing the jams.

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    33 min
  • Episode 18 - Power of the Pardon: It's a lot crazier than you think

    In this episode, Paul, Alan and our special guest/university professor Austin discuss the history, politics, and political philosophy behind pardons in general and how presidents, especially Donald Trump, have used and abused them. 

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    58 min
  • Episode 17 - First Amendment vs Big Tech: The Buying of the Public Square

    In this episode, Paul and Alan discuss the big techs massive influence over all online content. Paul advocates for a internet public option and Alan is concerned with government influence. 

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    Thanks to Mr. Atomic (https://open.spotify.com/artist/69SYTROZhFeJkNRJ96QwSM) for providing the jams.

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    47 min
  • Episode 16 - A Peaceful Transition of Power vs the Cult

    In this episode, Paul and Alan discuss the end of the United State's 200+ year streak of maintaining a peaceful transition of power. What happened and what should happen now. 

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    Thanks to Mr. Atomic (https://open.spotify.com/artist/69SYTROZhFeJkNRJ96QwSM) for providing the jams.

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    45 min
  • Episode 15 - Everything you need to know about legalizing marijuana (marihuana?)

    In this episode, Paul, Chloe, Alan and our special guest/Ph.D. student, Adam discuss the fantastic news of the House voting to legalize pot on the national level. We dive deep into the origins of  the ban, the science of the drug, and some of the societal/policy implications.

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    Thanks to Mr. Atomic (https://open.spotify.com/artist/69SYTROZhFeJkNRJ96QwSM) for providing the jams.

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    And join Chloe for DnD adventures at https://thelegendofthetable.com/


    53 min
  • Episode 14 - Vaccines, Antivaxxers, and Priorities

    In this episode, Paul, Brandy and Alan discuss the fantastic news of finally having a vaccine. Brandy is skeptical, Alan is reasonable, and Paul wants to release all the prisoners in celebration, or something.

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.


    Also, I would like to mention our intro, though a fun conversation, was framed heteronormativity and I wanted to at least label it as such before publishing.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    47 min
  • Episode 13 - The Election Was STOLEN... or was it?

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    In this episode Alan and Paul talk about the election fraud (and lack there of). Specifically, Paul argues why the US is putting up with it and points to a good lawsuit happening in DC. 

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    43 min
  • Episode 12 - What men want and forgiving all student debt

    Thanks to Mr. Atomic (https://open.spotify.com/artist/69SYTROZhFeJkNRJ96QwSM) for providing the jams.

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    In this episode, special guest Spencer, Nick and the host, Paul duke it the student debt crisis. Another heated discussion, funny as the last.

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.


    Spencer was right, jubilees happened roughly every 50 years in both the historical examples referenced.

    Also, I would like to mention our intro, though a fun conversation, was framed heteronormativity and I wanted to at least label it as such before publishing. I'll try and use more inclusive language in future episodes and attempt to pursue a more diverse cast. 

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    47 min
  • Episode 11 - Is Conflict Theory a person? Should we be?

    Thanks to Mr. Atomic (https://open.spotify.com/artist/69SYTROZhFeJkNRJ96QwSM) for providing the jams.

    Paul's rock band is still in need of some love too at https://www.facebook.com/6FeetAwayBand

    In this episode, special guest Spencer, Nick and the host, Paul duke it out over corporate personhood. This is an extra funny and heated episode.

    This episode has a lot of info thrown around and not all of it got properly fact-checked but rather than issue a list of corrections, feel free to reach out to let us know where we're wrong.

    https://www.facebook.com/Conflict-Theory-111425300690790

    https://twitter.com/ConflictTheory_

    50 min

About Conflict Theory

From the publisher's feed

We discuss all the important issues, one at a time and in as much depth as we can muster. Each of our panelists have a unique perspective ranging from libertarian to Marxist to moderate.