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Ben, Travis, and Fernando dive into this week's political landscape as the UFO phenomenon smokescreens important issues, Travis highlights the ramifications of the Pentagon having never been audited, as well as an update on the devastating conflict between Israel and Palestine.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

This week Ben, Travis, and Fernando break down the scandalous state of affairs as Matt Gaetz is caught in a compromising situation, along with The Colonial Pipeline hack and our host's speculation on just who could be responsible for the damaging cyber attack (we’re looking at you Putin…)…Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Travis, and Fernando discuss Stacy Abrams novels, the smoking ban in New Zealand, menthol ban in the USA, and juror 52.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Travis and Fernando discuss Biden pitching his 100 day In-Office Agenda to Congress, Matt Gaetz and Marjorie Taylor Greene’s ‘America First Tour’, and Gavin Newsom’s recall election.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Travis and Fernando discuss the Chauvin verdict and the new crop of celebrities running for office.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Travis and Fernando discuss the shooting of Daunte Wright, the push to decriminalize psilocybin, and the timeline for troop withdrawals from Afghanistan. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Fernando and Travis discuss the push for federal legalization of marijuana, Matt Gaetz's continuing legal woes, and a corporate pushback to Georgia's voting laws. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Fernando and Travis discuss Matt Gaetz's child trafficking investigation, the Derek Chauvin trial, and a renewed GOP push to disenfranchise voters.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Fernando & Travis Irvine discuss the debate over gun control, the H.R.1 bill and Roger Stone's involvement in the January 6th insurrection. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben, Fernando and Travis Irvine discuss the shootings in Atlanta, Utah's anti-porn bill and potential changes coming to filibuster laws. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Fernando are joined by Travis Irvine to discuss racial profiling in big tech, conservatives pushing back against "cancel culture" and Georgia opening a criminal investigation against Trump.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Fernando discuss the stimulus bill, child detention centers, and the Derek Chauvin trial.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Fernando are joined by Trae Crowder and Drew Morgan (The Liberal Redneck Manifesto, The wellRed Podcast) to discuss Syria, business as usual under Biden, and how to engage underserved votersCheck out more of Trae & Drew's work at WellRedComedy.comKevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis discuss the continuing crisis in Texas, Trump's planned speech for CPAC, and Biden's updated ICE policies.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis discuss the fallout from the impeachment trial, a scandal brewing at the Lincoln Project, and the recall Gavin Newsome movement.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis are joined by journalist Jessica Donati to discuss her work in the Middle East, the forever war, and her book "Eagle Down: The Last Special Forces Fighting the Forever War".Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis are joined by u/itsyerdad (Did You Reddit podcast) to discuss $GME, r/WallStreetBets, collective action through social media, and the importance of internet literacy.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis recap Biden's first week in office.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

This week, a very special double interview episode! Ben is first joined by Devram Stiefler & Jason Selvig (The Good Liars) to discuss their on the ground experiences at the Capitol storming. Then Ben is joined by Travis View (QAnon Anonymous) to discuss the QAnon movement. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis discuss the fallout from the capitol storming.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss today's violent occupation of the Capitol. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Fernando discuss Trump's politicization of the census and the future for Latino voters.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis break down Biden's cabinet picks.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

This week: the Covid-19 vaccine, water being traded as a commodity and new drone legislation. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis discuss the upcoming Georgia election, marijuana decriminalization, and Trump's alleged voter fraud cases. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben is joined by Brooke Rogers to discuss her article in the New York Post, "You’re Not My Dad, Gov. Cuomo — & please stop pretending". Check out Brooke's podcast Xxceedingly Persuasive wherever you get your podcasts!Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben is joined by Dr. Robert Fitrakis to discuss the fallout from the 2020 election.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis discuss voter fraud claims, prank phone calls and Biden's cabinet picks.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss Joe Biden & Kamala Harris' victory.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We're all tired of the election, so in this lighter episode we discuss Chris Christie cameos and celebrity endorsements.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben is joined by Jason Selvig and Davram Steifler to discuss their new movie "The Supporters"Learn more at TheSupportersMovie.com or on their Patreon, Patreon.com/TheGoodLiarsKevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis discuss the dueling Trump/Biden town halls and some exciting Senate races to watch. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis recap the VP debates and discuss the attempted abduction of Gov. Whitmer.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We talk about Trump's Covid diagnosis, voter suppression attempts and Trump's taxes. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben is joined by Joe Toscano (Automating Humanity) to discuss the necessity of updating America's infrastructure, the proliferation of propaganda on social media and how cities are changing in the era of Covid.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss the passing of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben is joined by the libertarian candidate for president Jo Jorgensen and they discuss her policies, campaigning during a pandemic, and her background in psychology.Find out more about Jo at Jo20.comKevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis discuss an update to our story on inmate firefighters, the CDC's eviction moratorium and the latest social media sensation.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben and Travis recap the RNC and the DNC and discuss the ongoing protests in Kenosha following the police shooting of Jacob Blake.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

Ben is joined by The Lucas Brothers to discuss their upcoming film "Judas and the Black Messiah", the life and assassination of Black Panther Fred Hampton and Hollywood's disneyfication of the civil rights movement. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss Kamala Harris joining Biden's ticket and Trump's continuing attacks on the USPS.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We cover the 4 executive orders signed by Trump this week, the Beirut explosion and Biden's latest gaffe.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss the HEALS act, Congress's big tech hearing, and how the pandemic is worsening the affordable housing crisis.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss the ending of federal unemployment benefits and how resentment fuels Trump's base.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss the deployment of unmarked federal police in Portland, Biden's new campaign slogan, and a new ruling from SCOTUS on felon voting rights.Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We discuss this week's Supreme Court rulings, the latest polling data, and how the Trump administration is encouraging brain drain by refusing foreign students visas. Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0

We celebrate the Fourth of July by discussing Trump's rally at Mt. Rushmore, price gouging on Coronavirus treatments, and who Biden is eyeing for VP.

Ben and Travis discuss white nationalism in the military, the murder of David Patrick Underwood and racial issues with facial recognition software. Check out www.BanFacialRecognition.com to learn more and sign the petition.

Ben and Travis are joined by Brooke Rogers to discuss Trump's rally in Tulsa, new studies on the effects of armed security in schools and "The Room Where It Happened". Check out Brooke's article in the Washington Examiner, "Gathering Acorns in Quarantine"

Ben and Travis discussed the toppling of Confederate statues, the trickle-down of weapons from the military to the police and the Capitol Hill Autonomous Zone.