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The Overlap is a podcast brought to you by the Friends of the Future Foundation.We believe that the majority of folks wish for the best future for themselves and future generations, we want to gat... more
FAQs about The Overlap:How many episodes does The Overlap have?The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.
April 16, 2026People For Rent: America has always treated foreign workers as a resource, not as people.Will’s got his 90s voice ready and Joshua’s got the receipts on a 70-year-old architecture that treats students likeCold War chips. We’re talking about the $40 billion revenue model that charges you to watch you, and what happens whenthe ‘raw material’ starts writing op-eds. It’s a labor story, not an immigration debate, and no, it’s not aconspiracy—it’s a line item. Touch grass, then listen. #OverlapPodcast #HigherEd #LaborRights #SEVIS...more56minPlay
April 09, 2026When Loyalty Becomes Currency: The New Architecture of GovernanceOn January 20th, 2025, the revolving door didn’t just keep spinning. It lost its hinges.For 64 years we’ve watched the same pattern repeat: warning, scandal, regulation, scandal, repeat. But what happens when someone removes the friction entirely? When loyalty becomes the only credential that matters?This week we’re walking the documented architecture of how people move between government and industry, who profits, and what it costs everyone else. We’ll trace the paper trail from Eisenhower’s warning to today. And we’ll show you what Pam Bondi’s exit tells us about power in 2025....more50minPlay
April 02, 2026Interview with a PD: Funding, Systemic Flaws, and What Needs to ChangeWant to know what it’s really like behind the badge for public defenders? Spoiler: It’s a mix of heartbreak, hustle, and systemic dysfunction that’s costing taxpayers billions—and justice. Today, we’re diving into the trenches with Seth Minetta-Dillon, a Travis County public defender, who spills the tea on underfunding, overwork, the myth of the “lesser” defender, and the systemic forces shaping the criminal justice landscape in Texas....more1h 21minPlay
March 26, 2026The Pay-to-Play Gavel: Why the DOJ is Killing Public DefenseMixing it up… a little debate-style… We look at the systematic dismantling of legal aid for the poor, turning the American courtroom into a VIP lounge where “equal justice” is a luxury service most citizens can no longer afford....more1h 4minPlay
March 19, 2026Spring Break - Takin' a Break This WeekWe are exhausted from doing all of those chores and spring cleaning around the house in addition to having full lives, so thanks for being patient with us this week as we brush of the dust and take a respite. Please enjoy the Overlap Theme Music, created by Will specifically for our show!...more5minPlay
March 13, 2026How Building MacGyver-Style Mental Toolboxes Can Close the Generation GapIn this episode, Will explores the generational differences in understanding and using technology. It delves into how each generation, from Baby Boomers to Gen Z, has developed unique “conceptual toolboxes” based on their formative experiences with technology. The episode highlights the challenges and misunderstandings that arise when these toolboxes collide, offering insights into bridging these gaps with empathy and curiosity. Join Will as he encourages you to embrace a mindset of continuous learning and adaptability in a rapidly changing technological landscape....more34minPlay
March 05, 2026Silver Tidalwave - Boomer Autopsy (Part 2)Wrapping up the 2nd part of last episode titled Silver Tidalwave, your co-host Joshua delivers a blistering “generational autopsy” of the Boomer legacy. Explore how wealth hoarding and systemic selfishness dismantled the American dream. It is time to stop being “users” and start being administrators....more36minPlay
February 26, 2026Silver Tidalwave: Boomer Autopsy - Part 1The “Silver Tsunami” isn’t a wave; it’s a ransom note. With the oldest Boomers turning 80 this year and 78% of them refusing to budge from their 4-bedroom “empty nests,” the housing ladder isn’t just broken; it’s been sold for scrap. 🎙️🏡 #TheOverlap #Economics #SilverTsunami...more37minPlay
February 19, 2026Guerrilla Infrastructure in the Age of the ElectrostateI am currently holding a used Dell Optiplex with the same reverence usually reserved for religious icons, and quite frankly, I have every right to.This week on The Overlap; we explore why your local hardware store is actually a digital graveyard and why your smart TV is effectively a spy for a landlord who might not exist by Tuesday. We dive into the sheer comedy of 2026 economics; where a 32GB RAM kit costs more than a weekend in Cabo and hard drive manufacturers have decided that individual consumers are basically a “legacy nuisance” in their AI-fueled bank accounts. Along the way; we check in on the Great Partial Shutdown of 2026; where the people guarding our national power grid are currently working for the “exposure;” and why the most radical thing you can do today is flash an old laptop with Debian and strap a solar-powered radio to your chimney. It is a survival guide for the end of the “Big Stack” era; served with a healthy dose of caffeine and structural cynicism. Stop being a user; start being an administrator; and for the love of God; throw your smart watch in the river....more43minPlay
February 12, 2026Autopoiesis: The Machine That Creates ItselfEver wonder why your houseplants seem to have a better survival strategy than most political movements? 🌱 Dive into this episode where we unravel the secret life of autopoietic systems—those self-sustaining wonders that make dictators sweat and activists cheer.Join us as we explore why traditional resistance is like trying to fix a leaky boat with a colander. Spoiler: it doesn’t work. Instead, discover how to build a movement that’s as resilient as a cockroach at a nuclear party. From mesh networks to food sovereignty, we’ve got the blueprint for making your neighborhood the ultimate ungovernable zone.Whether you’re a seasoned activist or just someone who enjoys a good laugh at the expense of authoritarian regimes, this episode promises to tickle your funny bone while arming you with the knowledge to outlast any political storm.Tune in, because the revolution might not be televised, but it sure can be hilarious. 🎙️...more52minPlay
FAQs about The Overlap:How many episodes does The Overlap have?The podcast currently has 63 episodes available.