The Speakeasily Podcast

On August 24th, 2019 Elijah McClain was confronted by three officers from the Aurora Police Department. Following the events of the encounter, he would later pass away on August 30th, after being taken off life support. This is his story.  

My apologies to audio only listeners, this is meant to be viewed in video format. To see the full video on YouTube click here: https://youtu.be/Cm1tvAo66yk

Full Body Camera Footage: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q5NcyePEOJ8&t=7900s 

Additional Resources: https://www.cpr.org/2021/11/19/elijah-mcclain-timeline/

In part of Steven J.’s interview with The Ardent they revisit the importance of knowing and understanding American History. And Steven J. poses a few questions including is The “American Spirit” still alive? Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds | Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc | Subscribe to Steven J. on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily and follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj & Wisdom: https://joinwisdom.audio/speakeasilyproductions

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In this episode of The Speakeasily Steven J. interviews self taught, life-long historian, The Ardent Patriot. Steven J. has been feeling a little disgruntled lately with the political landscape, the current news cycle and what he describes as an “Anti-American sentiment”. So, looking for answers he sits down with Ardent Patriot to get his take on current affairs, American History and why it’s still ok to be proud to be an American. This interview definitely goes there, and it just might ruffle some feathers. There’s more to come in Part 2! Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds | Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc | Subscribe to Steven J. on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily and follow on Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj & Wisdom: https://joinwisdom.audio/speakeasilyproductions

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In the Season 2 Finale the crew discusses who they would pick if they could choose any 5 characters to join them in stopping the end of the world. Any 5 characters across all universes. There are definitely some interesting picks, especially Gordon’s initial team. Listen to see how things play out! They say in life you can be anything, we say then Let’s Be Nerds. Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds |NordVPN: https://nordvpn.sjv.io/c/3123585/570073/7452 | Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/LetsBeNerds?fan_landing=true Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDPoQEDqY9NA4JUwSPU-oGA Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsBNerds Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/letsbenerdspod/ Follow Steven J. McClain on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily On Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj Our theme song was composed by Robert Van Jacobs, follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bobbydubmusic

In this episode the crew dives into the world of famous sidekicks! After all, a goos superhero is only as good as their partner. Across all media, who are their favorite sidekicks? Listen to find out! They say in life you can be anything, we say then Let’s Be Nerds. Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds |NordVPN: https://nordvpn.sjv.io/c/3123585/570073/7452 | Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/LetsBeNerds?fan_landing=true Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDPoQEDqY9NA4JUwSPU-oGA Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsBNerds Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/letsbenerdspod/ Follow Steven J. McClain on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily On Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj Follow Carmen on Instagram: https://instagram.com/carmageddon525 Check out her podcast Fear Embodied here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Yl7zR3in9vtkjmSqnZXxn?si=R8fmL4RdQ8C1JEchqZxhbg Our theme song was composed by Robert Van Jacobs, follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bobbydubmusic

In this episode the crew finally have a long anticipated debate! The topic at hand you might ask? Which series is better, Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings, or Dr. Who? From books to film/television, they are diving in! This is a debate you won’t want to miss! They say in life you can be anything, we say then Let’s Be Nerds. Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds |NordVPN: https://nordvpn.sjv.io/c/3123585/570073/7452 | Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/LetsBeNerds?fan_landing=true Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDPoQEDqY9NA4JUwSPU-oGA Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsBNerds Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/letsbenerdspod/ Follow Steven J. McClain on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily On Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj Follow Carmen on Instagram: https://instagram.com/carmageddon525 Check out her podcast Fear Embodied here: https://open.spotify.com/show/2Yl7zR3in9vtkjmSqnZXxn?si=R8fmL4RdQ8C1JEchqZxhbg Our theme song was composed by Robert Van Jacobs, follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bobbydubmusic

In this episode the crew is celebrating their one year podcast anniversary! They discuss Steven J.’s beginning on YouTube and how the show came to be. They discuss what were their expectations compared to what is the reality of podcasting. Also are Micro-Casts the future of podcasting? At the end there’s a big announcement you won’t want to miss! They say in life you can be anything, we say then Let’s Be Nerds. Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/LetsBeNerds?fan_landing=true Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDPoQEDqY9NA4JUwSPU-oGA Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsBNerds Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/letsbenerdspod/ Follow Steven J. McClain on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily On Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj Our theme song was composed by Robert Van Jacobs, follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bobbydubmus

In this episode the crew is discussing everything food related! The link between food and core memory is explored as they discuss favorites meals and food experiences from childhood and beyond. Join Gordon, Eric, & Steven J. as they discuss their relationships with food. What got Gordon and Steven J. first interested in the food business? Find out in this all new episode! They say in life you can be anything, we say then Let’s Be Nerds. Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/LetsBeNerds?fan_landing=true Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDPoQEDqY9NA4JUwSPU-oGA Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsBNerds Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/letsbenerdspod/ Follow Steven J. McClain on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily On Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj Our theme song was composed by Robert Van Jacobs, follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bobbydubmusic

In this episode the crew is diving into the world of Mythological Creatures. Join Gordon, Tiffani, Eric, & Steven J. as they discuss which beasts, birds, and everything in between they like best. Where they first learned about them, and their relevance throughout culture. They say in life you can be anything, we say then Let’s Be Nerds. Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | NordVPN: https://nordvpn.sjv.io/c/3123585/570073/7452 | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/LetsBeNerds?fan_landing=true Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDPoQEDqY9NA4JUwSPU-oGA Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsBNerds Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/letsbenerdspod/ Follow Steven J. McClain on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily On Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj Follow Tiffani on Instagram: https://instagram.com/edwards.tif Our theme song was composed by Robert Van Jacobs, follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bobbydubmusic

The crew is back and they are discussing The Multiverse Theory and how it’s been portrayed in the media. Join Gordon, Carmen, Bob, Eric, & Steven J. as they navigate through this multiverse and others! They say in life you can be anything, we say then Let’s Be Nerds. Support Our Sponsors! Audible: https://www.audibletrial.com/Letsbenerds | NordVPN: https://nordvpn.sjv.io/c/3123585/570073/7452 | CodeMonkey: https://codemonkey.sjv.io/letsbenerds Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/PHzKujNc Support the show: https://www.patreon.com/LetsBeNerds?fan_landing=true Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCDPoQEDqY9NA4JUwSPU-oGA Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/LetsBNerds Join the Subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/letsbenerdspod/ Follow Steven J. McClain on YouTube: https://youtube.com/c/TheSpeakeasily On Instagram: https://instagram.com/speakeasilystevenj Follow Carmen on Instagram: https://instagram.com/carmageddon525 Our theme song was composed by Robert Van Jacobs, follow him on Instagram: https://instagram.com/bobbydubmusic