Episode 116 was apparently recorded live from the streets of Kansas City, Missouri... at 3:30 AM. Seriously, don't ask. We're not sure either. This episode kicks off with a highly scientific (not really) experiment into White Privilege, where we see how long Sean can loiter and film without anyone batting an eye. The results? Predictably uneventful.

This episode is heavily Sean-centric, featuring the bizarre tale of him having to change his birth certificate to get a job in Kansas City. We also delve into Sean's childhood antics during the RNC in Kansas City, Missouri back when Ronald Reagan was around – apparently, young Sean was quite the background chaos agent!

We then veer into Sean's questionable commentary on a statue of Winston Churchill and his wife (let's just say "body shaming" might be involved). Dheepak vents about the universal experience of being called an "immigrant" while others get the fancier title of "expat."

On a more practical note, Dheepak schools Sean on some essential "immigrant stuff," like how to (potentially) get electricity in the middle of a park for a June wedding. We do manage to squeeze in some local Oklahoma politics amidst the KC madness. You won't believe the journey this episode takes!

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Welcome to Episode 115, recorded on April 9th, 2025! Ever wondered about the ins and outs of acquiring agricultural real estate? While we might be joking with the title, we do touch on the concerning topic of how distressed farmers can become vulnerable to those looking to grab farmland. Beyond that potentially eyebrow-raising subject, Sean's been torturing us with truly terrible theme song attempts. We reluctantly dive into the world of Tariffs, ponder why podcasts might be on someone's naughty list (though our Oklahoma location might offer some protection!), and marvel at the return of Coal as oil sits at $60. Sean also unleashes his unique vocabulary, with the term "Kar-trash-ians." We analyze the Musk vs. Navarro feud and the ongoing mystery of how Chinese society truly functions. Plus, we reflect on the surprisingly chaotic two years it's taken just to schedule these recordings. We also cover the troubling news of F1 visa holders from India having their Student Visas revoked and the concerning trend of loosening child labor laws. Sean even mentions his upcoming Townhall on Sunday, April 13th, 2025. Tune in for the dark humor and surprisingly relevant discussions!

Recorded on March 26th, 2025: Episode 114 is here! We start with the heartbreaking news of The Habitat Mumbai being destroyed. Then, we tackle the tricky question: how can a comic be effective without crossing the line? Of course, we had to deal with the usual Dodge nonsense. Dheepak shares a hilarious story about navigating USDA paperwork to bring a dog to India. We also discuss the frustrating challenge of explaining the human cost of unemployment to those focused solely on numbers. Sean recounts a chilling encounter with a preacher predicting "The reckoning is coming," and the controversial idea of revoking credentials for law firms suing the President. Sean even gives Dheepak some pointed advice on navigating the current US climate. Dheepak's first intern thinks the government should be run like a business – we unpack that. And we touch on how an Old Jew and a Former Bartender are seemingly the only ones effectively teaching America how to organize again. Plus, a quick mention of the "Signal" fiasco. Join us for a wide-ranging discussion!

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Episode 113 is here, and it's a packed one! Dheepak's got the "cleaning guys over," but we're diving into some serious topics. We discuss the recent dust storms that have been hitting Oklahoma. Then, a restaurant in Oklahoma is facing bizarre demands from a Christian group to remove a picture of Ganesh, labeling it an "Elephant Demon" – we unpack this cultural clash. We also delve into the meaning (or meanings!) of "Heaven." Sean brings a crucial discussion about the shrinking or even non-existent middle class and the concerning push to establish a mandatory national language. We also discuss Bernie Sanders teaching people how to organize. Join us for a conversation that spans environmental concerns, cultural sensitivity, philosophical questions, economic realities, and political organizing.

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Episode 112 is a "take 2" after our first recording vanished! We're diving right into the chaos. Sean recounts a startling 4:10 AM encounter with an unmarked car – a reminder that running up to strangers isn't wise in a "Stand Your Ground" state. We debate the appropriateness of a used car lot near a government building and explore the strange trend of Tesla vandalism (yes, Sean's still calling Musk "Voldemort"). We dissect the start-stop nature of tariffs, wondering who's profiting in the shadows (maybe the teleprompter operator?). Plus, we examine the logistics of perishable goods who have tariffs on one day and then paused on the next day. And of course, we tackle Trump's crypto coins. 

Surprisingly, we stuck to the topics this time, thanks to our unexpected "rehearsal"!

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Pak kept calling Sean the "Liberal Voice of the Midwest!"  Yup the show derailed after that. 

Episode 111 is here, and we're covering a LOT! Why do we do so much for free? Sean's digging into those low poll numbers and sitting through lengthy speeches. Dheepak's been wrestling with the German Consulate, and of course, we had to discuss Zelensky. Sean's been battling trolls on Twitter (sorry, X!) and dissecting the DODGE nonsense. From Occupy Wall Street to BLM, we're looking at the evolution of social movements. We also recount a Democratic Party meeting in Oklahoma and ponder the question: do we need to worry about someone firing the firemen? Plus, we explore how most people's government experience boils down to the tag agency or DMV. Who got a handwritten letter from the King (yes, really!), Tesla stock woes, and the age-old question: how much time should you waste arguing with idiots? And is the rain in Bahrain during F1 testing a sign of climate change? 

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We're BACK! Sorry for the late episode (recorded Feb 12th), things have been a little chaotic. This week we're catching up on EVERYTHING. Sean braved a snowstorm and pub wifi (lead paint woes anyone?) just to bring you this episode. We dive into some WILD election results, including a candidate getting a 3.5% vote share in Edmond, OK (Dheepak's old stomping ground!). Plus, Bethany, OK elected its first Hispanic mayor! And of course, Sean's got the latest on the Ray vs. Stitt showdown. Bangalore's trees are shedding leaves in the summer... what's going on?! Join us for the chaos!
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Who knew 90’s music would be the perfect soundtrack for this timeline? Welcome to the nightmare!

We take the piss at Cybertrucks—because let’s be real, raccoons probably think they’re dumpsters. Meanwhile, Sean somehow stole media coverage from the Governor’s State of the State address while MC’ing a rally in Oklahoma City (oops).

Pak & Sean take a thrilling trip to the DHS center to renew his “Foreigner License,” because nothing says government efficiency like the DMV. We also dive into deporting Indians, the upcoming “Races for Racists” election, and Sean’s absolutely ridiculous plan to announce his Governor run while skydiving.

Oh, and the North Pole is 20°C hotter than normal. So, everything’s fine. Totally fine.

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We called all this sh**t! In this episode, Pak shares a ridiculous story about getting denied entry to a bar because his passport was expiring in three days. Meanwhile, Ryan wants schools to check students' immigration status—so we break down the reality of undocumented labor in Oklahoma. After all, who’s rebuilding homes after tornadoes at a reasonable price?

We also revisit Project 2025 and discuss our plans to do more shows (and maybe even go live!). Oh, and do ignore Sean making bread in The Pub’s kitchen… and yes, he did drop his phone in flour. Classic Sean.

Let us know—do you want more of these conversations?

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This episode was chaos—recorded across time zones from Buenos Aires, Argentina, and Bangalore, India! Sean dives into experimenting with a “red meat” diet during Argentina’s summer fruit season and catches up on the news (thanks to the podcast). Dheepak makes ridiculous comparisons between Buenos Aires and Mumbai’s skylines, but Sean admits he’d love to live there.

We chat about public transport in Argentina, the fascinating broligarchy concept from The Daily Show, and South India’s Pongal festival. Plus, a deep dive into frequent 10-hour flights, fewer layovers, and Dheepak’s wild dream of floating down the Amazon River (with Sean somehow there too).

Oh, and Argentinians tailgating at airports just to watch planes—because why not? This one’s a ride you don’t want to miss!

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