Hey gang! We are off for a few weeks due to a surgery, editing software issues, and chess tournaments! But we did have time to release a definitive answer to who has the best fried chicken! Join Jared and Sam for a fun episode ranking popular chains' chicken! Tell us what you think!  

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After a winter storm in Texas that left many without power for days on end, Texans demanded answers. It didn't take long for the blame to be cast on the political opposition of choice. So what went wrong? Can we really blame wind and green energy? Or is Texas' emphasis on deregulation what left them unprepared?  

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Cuba has been in the news a few times in 2021 already. After a tough pandemic, Cuba opens it's economy to more privatization in hopes of economic stimulation. Also, the the finals weeks of Trump administration had it added back to the list of State sponsors of terrorism. So is Cuba really a failed socialist state or a beacon of socialist prosperity in face of US adversary? Join us for the first episode of a mini-series on "hot topic" nations and their histories.  

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After some tough losses in this election cycle, the GOP is showing some strain from the fracture of the Trumpian vs Establishment wing of the party. We look back over the recent history of the GOP and discuss some revealing votes in the house chambers. Join Jared and Sam as they ponder the future of the GOP.   

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After a record-setting number of Executive Orders from the Biden Administration, we breakdown some of the major changes. We also look into the GameStop drama and some Vaccine Rollout news. Join us for another busy week of news in the US!  

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With Biden's inauguration this week, we look back over the campaign to see what we can expect in the first days of the Biden administration. What were the promises and timelines proposed? Join us as we discuss this historical moment in american history.  

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A big week in politics including a big win for Democrats in Georgia, the electoral college vote was certified, and a riot at the Capitol. Join us as we discuss the implications of these events and discuss the transition going forward. Join us next week as we look forward to a Biden presidency and discuss his early agenda.  

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Christmas is almost here so join Jared and Sam for a fun special episode where we rank classic Christmas movies! Come tell us what you think we got right or wrong! Also, true to form, we also share some COVID news and wrap up the election now that the Electoral College has voted.  

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Conspiracies have been around for a long time but are they on the rise? What makes a conspiracy theory? How can we avoid them? Join us as we discuss the consequences and components of a conspiracy theory.   

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With the election in the rearview mirror, many are concerned with the two party system that we have here in America. This week we are joined by Peter Binion to discuss the pros and cons of a two party system and whether or not the parliamentary system can offer any answers. We also talk election updates and COVID vaccines.  

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