The Career Circus

Wendell shares the story of how he went from health insurance exec to whistleblower and reform advocate.

He shares the tragic story that led him to quit his executive position and expose the insurance industry’s practices.

Wendell also touches upon who health insurers are really serving, what it’s like to testify before Congress, and how the U.S. can approach universal healthcare.

Tune in for a moving and motivating discussion about a career in healthcare.

Former CEO Dennis shares tales of corporate intrigue, boardroom dramas, and the humorous tradition of pole certification.

Discover insights on the future of AI, bears, and the unique experiences of teaching across the globe.

Tune in for a blend of wisdom, humor, and a few surprises that will keep you entertained and informed.

Jake shares stories from his decades long career in Japan reporting on the Yakuza and how in many ways they're just like a Western corporation.

He also shares his harrowing experience of living under police protection due to a contract on his life.

Tune in to learn about the inner workings of the Yakuza, where the Yakuza go to college and why the Yakuza love Mercedes-Benz.

We also touch upon the TV adaptation of his memoir Tokyo Vice and how the Yakuza wanted to be on the show.

Former U.S. Congressman Joe Walsh shares the story of his transformation from Tea Party Republican to MAGA to Never Trumper to Democrat.

He also reveals how he got pranked by Sacha Baron Cohen and stories from the campaign trail.

Chapters

00:00 Cold Open

00:25 Welcome

01:41 Joe Walsh's Unconventional Journey

03:33 Surprises Along the Political Journey

06:47 Engaging with Constituents

08:34 Populism and Political Outsiders

09:52 The Impact of Establishment Politics

10:56 SBC Prank

15:11 More Wild Stories from Joe's Career

17:30 Mistakes in Public Life

20:00 Navigating Public Perception

21:39 Reflections on American Citizenship

23:58 Thoughts on the Future

29:09 Outro