I Think Less of You Podcast

Sorry… forgot to upload this yesterday. Apologies! -C

Our AI generated show notes:

00:00 Nail Polish and Masculinity

03:00 The Influencer Life and Appearance

05:55 Social Media Algorithms and Engagement

08:30 The Impact of Social Media on Attention Spans

11:07 Education and Reading Skills

14:10 College and the Value of Education

16:47 Hollywood Conservatism and Social Circles

25:22 The Challenges of Being a Conservative Celebrity

26:33 Political Polarization and Family Dynamics

28:05 The Cult of Personality in Politics

29:22 Generational Wealth and Family Expectations

31:08 Cultural Shifts in Family Support

33:16 The American Way vs. European Family Dynamics

36:21 Ethics of Theft and Corporate Responsibility

37:53 The Role of Law and Order in Society

45:44 Government Employees and Unionization

46:31 Monitoring the Situation: A New Media Venture

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I’m still fighting a losing war with my lungs, sorry you can hear me coughing nonstop through this one - but I did figure out how to mute my mic so you couldn’t hear me repeatedly blowing my nose. You’re welcome.

Lee’s twitter shadowban seems to have resolved, check out my favorite tweet of his so far this week, and please enjoy our episode:

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We’re joined by a special guest, our friend Siraj Hashmi, for a bunch of random thoughts while Courtney coughs constantly (sorry, you can totally hear it) and dies from the flu. Enjoy.

Also, the Siraj dancing video:

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We have two podcasts up before Friday… look at us!

This one is another mostly political back and forth… to our (few) Orthodox listeners, Kalo Pascha, Kali Anastasi!

As always, our AI-created show notes:

00:00 Ireland’s Gas Crisis and Protests

02:46 The Role of Immigrants in Law Enforcement

05:25 Cultural Assimilation and Immigration Issues

08:09 The State of NATO and European Alliances

10:43 Political Reactions and Media Dynamics

13:26 Reflections on Governance and Leadership

21:02 The Algorithm Debate: Nate Silver’s Frustration

22:05 Understanding Social Media Algorithms

25:30 The Challenges of Content Visibility

27:29 The State of Journalism Today

30:52 The Shift in Audience Dynamics

35:03 Environmental Concerns and Community Impact

36:52 The Implications of Exit Taxes

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On an absurd market research mission to the strait of Hormuz, Western/Eastern Easter, Courtney being basically a dude, and more.

As always, please enjoy our ai-generated show notes:

00:15 - Opening banter about Palm Sunday and long liturgies01:22 - The performative versus quiet worship: biblical insights and church practices02:42 - Exhaustion before Holy Week and personal reflections on faith fighting03:11 - Recording reality and avoiding religious debates04:22 - Tech talk: microphones, podcast recordings, and setup upgrades06:08 - Current news: Iran rescue operation details and geopolitical commentary09:15 - Comparing European and American military and political mindsets12:25 - How Americans vs. Europeans value lives and government roles14:09 - Ransom policies and rescue operations: global perspectives15:23 - Movie recommendations: "Taken" and cultural popularity among men20:00 - Travel stories: flights, airline experiences, and car choices32:30 - Love for big, boxy electric vehicles and personal car stories36:37 - Environmental impact of EVs and energy sources43:00 - RV life, family travel, and safety stories48:23 - Trust, theft, and neighborhood anecdotes from various states52:28 - Social media engagement, algorithm theories, and community vibes54:02 - Wrapping up with light banter, faith, and future plans

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This one is a lot more political, sorry. Today we’re talking Iran, Easter/Pascha timing, Courtney predicted Bondi’s firing (we recorded this yesterday morning before news broke), and more.

We’re still trying to come up with a better name for this podcast and openly taking suggestions/ideas. Please comment with yours!

Enjoy these AI-generated show notes:

00:00 Holiday Plans and Family Traditions

02:23 Easter Celebrations and Religious Practices

05:03 Political Commentary: Presidential Speech Analysis

07:39 International Relations and Energy Crisis

10:17 War and Peace: The Ukraine Conflict

13:05 Conservative Politics and Leadership Dynamics

15:36 Trump Administration: Changes and Competence

18:59 The Dynamics of Political Alliances

19:22 Trump’s Discontent with Bondi

20:53 Competence vs. Loyalty in Trump’s Circle

22:32 RFK’s Unconventional Political Journey

24:32 The Role of Vaccines in Public Health Debate

26:49 Government Spending and Healthcare Solutions

29:33 Federalism and State Responsibilities

31:28 Military Spending and National Security

34:34 The Importance of American Identity

36:10 Navigating Political Loyalty and Change

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We’re back from Armenia with our friends from Noy Travels, and talking more about our trip, why we were there, as well as America’s current foreign policy entanglements and more today.

For more from Armenia, please check out:

Check out Lee’s tweets:

and Courtney’s Instagrams:

please enjoy these ai generated show notes:00:00 Jet Lag and Travel Adventures

02:44 Cultural Insights from Armenia and Georgia

05:23 The Role of Influencers in Travel

08:00mPolitical Context and American Perceptions

10:49 Safety and Local Connections

13:34 Food, Drink, and Celebrations

16:31 Reflections on Travel and Personal Connections

22:11 Social Media Dynamics and Cultural Trends

25:17 Perspectives on Iran and Global Politics

26:04 The Case for Monarchy and Colonization

37:29 The Impact of Patriarch Ilya on Georgian Society

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If you’ve been following Coucy or Courtney on social, you’ve probably realized we’re not in America… we’re coming to you this episode from Yerevan, Armenia!

We came to Yerevan to experience some of the amazing early Christian history Armenia has to offer with Charles Adanalian, the founder of Noy Travels.

This is just the first bit of our Armenia coverage, with a ton of articles, videos, and photos coming soon - but we can’t wait to share a bit more about this beautiful Christian country - and why you should move Armenia to the top of your travel list!

Recording note: the intro is quite a bit quieter than the rest of the episode because Courtney has no idea how to operate all the tech she brings around with her. Tried to put a little transition in so you don’t blast out your eardrums.

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Very sorry, we talk over each other a LOT on this one - Courtney’s internet was horrible, and we had a big delay, as you’ll be able to tell. Courtney’s internet cut out about three times during this recording, but hey, we got it done!

Next week is going to be spotty at best but will be providing a LOT of cool stuff from our still-a-surprise location (Courtney is helping a business launch their social media channels, and we really wanted to get another influencer to help spread the word, so Lee is going to get to try his hand at Twitter influencer life!) Be sure to follow us across social for some hopefully really cool things to come in the next weeks: Courtney Instagram

Coucy twitter

Courtney twitter

Podcast Instagram (as of yet completely unused, might change this trip)

Coucy Instagram (probably will never be used but maybe if we bully him?)

We’ll reveal where we’re heading at some point later in the week (Courtney might post on IG before then as its part of her actual job), but take your bets below! Hint: it will be 30+ travel hours for Courtney, but only two flights.

Please enjoy these ai-created show notes:

00:00 Introduction and Personal Updates

00:46 Travel Plans and International Adventures

02:51 China’s Support to Iran and Global Implications

04:25 Iran as a Drone Factory for Russia

05:49 The Impact of China-Iran Deal on US Security

06:17 China’s Economic Challenges and Military Testing

08:50 China and Russia’s Defense Agreements

09:32 Regional Conflicts: Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Russia

10:13 European Energy Dependence and Hungary’s Political Dilemma

12:01 EU’s Internal Divisions and Cultural Conflicts

13:18 Hungary’s Election and Political Uncertainty

14:57 Election Integrity and Democratic Processes in Europe

16:16 US Foreign Policy and Global Power Dynamics

17:44 US Strengths and European Short-Sightedness

18:58 European Union’s Challenges and Internal Divisions

21:13 Long-Term Thinking in Leadership and Politics

24:15 The Resurgence of Communism and Ideological Shifts

25:13 American Political Polarization and Extremism

26:19 Technical Difficulties and Future Plans

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We’re a bit all over the place today, but mostly focused on our reactions to the Middle East.

Read Lee’s piece in Junto here:

The David Mamut Village Voice piece Lee references.

Courtney referenced day-use hotels, find them here.

Enjoy these ai-generated show notes (kinda weird today):

00:00 The Unconventional Cat Adoption Story

03:02 Travel Adventures and International Caution

05:39 Writing Challenges and Creative Inertia

11:05 The Impact of Drugs and Personal Experiences

19:14 Reflections on American Identity and Politics

20:49 Post-War America and Global Dynamics

20:59 Trump’s Administration and Middle East Strategy

21:43 Messaging and Public Perception

23:10 The Role of Polling in Political Strategy

24:59 Results Over Messaging: A Political Philosophy

28:03 Communication Styles in Politics

31:19 The Evolving Nature of Presidential Addresses

38:36 Support for Military Action and Its Implications

43:47 Cultural Insights from Spain and the Basque Region

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