The Old Cranky Bones Podcast

By Chris Wilson

Welcome to "The Old Cranky Bones Podcast," your source for unfiltered and unvarnished opinions on the latest news, politics, and current events stories of the week. Join your unapologetic host, Chris ... more

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The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.

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February 15, 2024 Episode 10: Faith, Politics, Primaries, and unpacking Christian Nationalism.
Episode 10 has arrived. The show has been updated with new theme music, and we've dived into the HUGE amount of political news that accumulated over the past couple of weeks. In addition, Chris has some thoughts on recent campaign stops in South Carolina by Nikki Haley and Donald Trump and then shares some candid insights on the origins and dangers of Christian Nationalism, its attachment to the current iteration of the Republican Party, and what's really behind the fear-mongering.
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39min
February 04, 2024 Episode 9: Justice Delayed, Republicans Afraid, and a Podcast Reborn
I'm back after a long break for Episode 9! During this episode, I'll tell you about the process I've gone through over the last month, the reason for the show's brief hiatus, and some exciting plans for the future! Then, I'll discuss the postponement of Donald Trump's federal election interference trial in D.C. and why we shouldn't hit the panic button just yet, followed by some thoughts on the Republican party's seemingly boundless inability to get anything done in Congress. Finally, a brief tribute to the late actor/director Carl Weathers. Welcome back, listeners!
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What we're discussing:
Trump's federal 2020 election trial postponed indefinitely
GOP Rep. on Border Security: ‘Congress Doesn’t Have to Do Anything’
118th Congress Marks New Low In Productivity Amidst Partisan Strife And Leadership Vacancies
Carl Weathers, ‘Rocky’s’ Apollo Creed and ‘Mandalorian’ star, dies at 76
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30min
January 02, 2024 Episode 8: Will the real Nikki Haley please stand?
On Episode 8, Chris discusses Nikki Haley's collossal campaign faux pas, reflects on his own encounter with and impressions of Haley during her time as Governor of South Carolina, and connects those dots with the influence conservative politics have in rural areas.
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27min
December 17, 2023 Episode 7: Whatever happened to Andrew Shepherd’s ACLU?
On Episode 7, Chris has some thoughts on the decision by the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) to help provide legal counsel to the National Rifle Association (NRA) in their lawsuit against a former NY State official in a freedom of speech case, and brings a few clips from a fictional Democratic President for some context! Be sure to leave a review, and if you enjoy this content, subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!
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26min
December 10, 2023 Episode 6: Blood Clots, Babies, and Bad People!
Episode 6 is here! Chris has a few thought on the abortion battle going on in Texas, and why Republican men think they can control women’s lives. Plus, Elon restores Alex Jones to X ( Twitter), and a shout out to a couple of awesome podcasts. Be sure to leave a review, and if you enjoy this content, subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!
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25min
December 03, 2023 Episode 5: Bye Bye George, The GOP’s impeachment logo is stupid, Lamenting Lindsey Graham, NORAD’s Santa Tracker.
After taking a week off for the Thanksgiving holiday, Chris is back with an all new episode and a rather blunt opinion on Lindsey Graham! Chris also gives his take this week on George Santos getting kicked to the curb in D.C., the ridiculous games being played by the GOP in their Biden impeachment farce, and a cute holiday story about the origins of NORAD’s Santa Tracker.
Don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast on your preferred listening platform of choice, and find Chris on Threads under the username @oldcranky_bones.
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35min
November 19, 2023 Episode 4: Congress Kicks the Can, Elon Feels the Heat, and Mega Millions Mess
Chris discusses yet another continuing resolution instead of Congress implementing a budget, Elon Musk continues to lose major advertisers over on X, the perils of winning the mega millions lottery, and an interesting lawsuit that proves that all that money might not necessarily be as good as it seems.
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30min
November 12, 2023 Episode 3: Trump’s Testimony, Election Night in America, Supreme Court Weighs Firearm Laws, Jillian’s Story, Goodbye Matthew Perry
Dive into the latest headlines on this new episode! Uncover the intricacies of Donald Trump's civil trial testimony and the Supreme Court's examination of domestic abusers' firearm rights. We analyze the Democrats' wins on election night, share the tragic story of Jillian Ludwig, and remember the legacy of the late Matthew Perry.
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41min
October 28, 2023 Episode 2: American Carnage Once Again.
Greetings and welcome back to episode two. This week started with some explosive legal and political news, but it was quickly overshadowed by yet another mass shooting in America, which has become a staple of the American news cycle. In this episode, Chris discusses his unfiltered and raw feelings on the epidemic that is American gun violence, and how it needs to be addressed. Download the episode to listen to his very personal take on this uniquely American problem.
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28min
October 23, 2023 Episode 1: Here we go!
In this debut episode of The Old CrankyBones Podcast, I kick things off by introducing myself and the motivation behind starting this show. Tune in to learn why I've taken up the mantle of 'CrankyBones' and what drives my passion for dissecting the world around us, including lots and lots of coffee!
Diving into the heart of today's discussions, I unpack the recent developments in the Georgia case, delving into the surprising plea deals made by legal figures Sidney Powell and Ken Chesebro. Brace yourself for a candid analysis of the implications and potential ripple effects of these decisions on the political landscape.
Shifting gears, we take a closer look at the ongoing recovery efforts in Maui, exploring how communities are banding together in the face of adversity. But that's not all; I'll be weaving in a discussion on the undeniable presence of climate change and how it's shaping the recovery process on the island.
Join me in this rollercoaster ride of opinions, facts, and maybe a bit of crankiness. Don't forget to subscribe to The Old CrankyBones Podcast on your favorite streaming platforms and follow me on Threads and Instagram at oldcranky_bones, as well as on TikTok under @oldcrankybones for more cranky musings and updates. Here we go!
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35min

FAQs about The Old Cranky Bones Podcast:

How many episodes does The Old Cranky Bones Podcast have?

The podcast currently has 10 episodes available.