Best Felix Levine Podcasts (2025)

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961 - The Dogs of War feat. Seth Harp (8/18/25) 1:33:17

1d ago1:33:17

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Journalist and author Seth Harp returns to the pod to talk about his horrifying and expansive new book The Fort Bragg Cartel. We talk with Seth about America’s forever-war machine and the global drug empire it empowers, with a special focus on the case of Delta Force officer William Lavigne, who killed his best friend before turning up dead near Fo…

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959 - The Bopper’s Lair (8/11/25) 1:03:14

8d ago1:03:14

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We begin by reading the last will and testament of Anas al-Sharif, a 28-year-old journalist for Al-Jazeera that was among those slain in Gaza by Israel yesterday. We then resume our Epstein coverage, including a look at his Manhattan lair and celebrity dinner guests. Then, two pieces on venture capitalists driven insane by The Computer and a story …

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957 - Democracy Soon! feat. Osita Nwanevu (8/4/25) 1:02:47

15d ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Osita Nwanevu stops by to discuss his new book The Right of the People: Democracy and the Case for a New American Founding. Osita leads us through his case that American “democracy” as it currently stands isn’t that democratic at all. We discuss the real intentions of the founders, the actual American revolution of the Civil War, and the stalled re…

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Journey Is Fixing a Broken Loyalty System: How John Sutton Is Uniting Personalization with A Loyalty Program That Goes Far Beyond Points 55:04

19d ago55:04

55:04

n this episode, I sit down with John Sutton, CEO and founder of Journey—a company rethinking loyalty from the ground up. We talk about why the traditional points-based model is outdated, and how Journey is introducing a smarter, more personalized system designed for independent and boutique hotels. John shares his path from helping scale Red Ventur…

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BONUS - The Bitter Buddha feat. Eddie Pepitone 1:02:36

21d ago1:02:36

1:02:36

Will welcomes comedian Eddie Pepitone to the show for a bonus interview. They rap on keeping comedy political, celebrity sell-outs, veganism, Bill Maher vs. Billy Joel, trying to calm the rage, and of course, being Just Kids From New York. Check out Eddie’s new special at: https://veeps.com/eddiepepitoneIt is your last day to pre-order YEAR ZERO: A…

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955 - Memory (7/28/25) 1:24:47

24d ago1:24:47

1:24:47

Will & Felix discuss the dire starvation crisis now gripping Gaza, and the rapidly changing attitudes among certain political & media elites now that this has all apparently finally “gone too far.” We also try to keep up with Trump’s Epstein trouble as the President attempts to drown the whole thing off with old scandals and some showstopping showt…

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953 - The Hills Have Eyes feat. Jasper Nathaniel (7/21/25) 1:18:50

1M ago1:18:50

1:18:50

TWO WEEKS LEFT to pre-order YEAR ZERO: A Chapo Trap House Comic Anthology at badegg.co/products/year-zero-1Journalist Jasper Nathaniel joins us to discuss his reporting on the West Bank and Israel’s second front in the war on Palestine. We look at the increasingly violent settler movement, Israel’s flagrant violation of international laws, the use …

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Is Phia the next $1B Business? Sophia Kianni Talks Co-Founding with Her Best Friend, How She Stays Level-Headed Through All the Media Attention, and How She's Always Been a Hustler 1:33:08

1M ago1:33:08

1:33:08

In this episode I sit down with Sophia Kianni to discuss Phia, the comparison-shopping platform she’s building with her best friend, Phoebe Gates that helps Gen Z save money—think Google Flights for fashion. We dig into how she stays grounded despite nonstop media attention, the pressure of being in the spotlight, and her lifelong hustler mindset. …

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951 - My Boys And In Some Cases Gals feat. Alex Nichols (7/14/25) 1:07:56

1M ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Alex back on the show today to look at the continuing fallout of Trump’s attempts to wash his hands of Epstein. From the baffled & betrayed Trump-curious internet trend-seekers, to the dyed-in-the-wool loyalists, the admin seems to have picked the absolute worst way to disarm this bomb. Plus: Greg Abbott makes a why-even-bother play to cover up Mus…

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Jeremiah Brown Isn’t Holding Back: Villa Betrayals, Unfinished Love, and Are the Friendships Over for Good? 36:59

1M ago36:59

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Jeremiah Brown isn’t holding anything back. In this episode, he opens up about the friendships that fell apart after leaving the Villa, including whether things are really over with the boys who voted him out. He reflects on the intense relationship that defined his time in the villa, what he learned from it, and the connection that surprised him m…

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949 - Big Beautiful Swill feat. Tim Faust (7/7/25) 1:09:17

1M ago1:09:17

1:09:17

Tim Faust returns to the show to look at the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and its dire consequences for American medicine. We discuss Medicaid as a load-bearing feature of our healthcare infrastructure, how this bill will affect millions of Americans using the program, and the potential ways forward in the wake of its evisceration. We also look at la…

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Movie Mindset Bonus - Interview With Director Ari Aster 52:45

2M ago52:45

52:45

Will & Hesse sit down with Ari Aster, director of Hereditary, Midsommar, Beau is Afraid, and the upcoming Eddington. They rap on evil movies, mixing stupid slapstick humor with pain & discomfort, creating a contemporary western out of the recent past, some of Ari’s favorite films & filmmakers, and of course…the all-consuming sense of impending doom…

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Colleen Pelly: Secrets to Being a Standout Job Candidate, What Top Job Recruiters Are Looking For, How to Negotiate Your Salary, and Her Own Experience Scaling Her Business While on Maternity Leave 1:05:44

2M ago1:05:44

1:05:44

In this episode, top recruiter and founder of her company the Linchpin Co., Colleen Pelly breaks down exactly what it takes to stand out in today’s competitive job market — from resume red flags to the subtle signals that make hiring managers say yes. We dive into the art of salary negotiation, why certain demographics consistently undersell themse…

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947 - Laugh Now, Cry Later feat. Larry Charles (6/30/25) 1:35:37

2M ago1:35:37

1:35:37

Comedy legend Larry Charles (Fridays, Seinfeld, Borat, Curb Your Enthusiasm & much more) returns to the show to discuss his new book Comedy Samurai: Forty Years of Blood, Guts, and Laughter. We have a wide ranging discussion of Larry’s life in comedy including post-war Brooklyn as a comedy incubator, grinding out avant-garde sketch comedy with Andy…

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Movie Mindset Bonus - Interview With Director Lexi Alexander 1:07:32

2M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Will & Hesse sit down with director Lexi Alexander, whose works include Green Street Hooligans (2005), Punisher: War Zone (2008) & the new film Absolute Dominions (2025). We discuss how her experience in combat sports influences her filmmaking, creating comic book movies within the studio system, working as an outspoken Palestinian in Hollywood, an…

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945 - Hashtag Fordow Fail feat. Libby Watson (6/23/25) 1:27:39

2M ago1:27:39

1:27:39

Libby Watson returns to the show! We discuss the weekend’s limited US strike on Iran and Trump’s baffling behavior around what already may be a winding-down conflict. We also talk Democratic & media responses, and where Iran might go from here. Then: all eyes are on Zohran in the NYC mayoral primary, voting is tomorrow, we discuss Zorhan’s campaign…

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BONUS: LA ICE Raids, Protests and Immigration Justice feat. Hugo Soto-Martinez 41:18

2M ago41:18

41:18

LA City Councilmemeber Hugo Soto-Martinez joins Will to discuss ICE raids in Los Angeles, how city government and community groups are responding, the recent protests, and marine deployments to the city. They also discuss the possibilities for a more positive rhetoric and policy around immigration, and the necessity for turning the framing back on …

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943 - The Tehran Offensive feat. Séamus Malekafzali (6/16/25) 1:09:19

2M ago1:09:19

1:09:19

Seamus joins us to discuss last week’s “preemptive” Israeli strike on Iran, the damage done to Iranian command and infrastructure, Iran’s retaliation, America’s potential involvement. We also look at Trump’s big birthday Parade, one of the most pathetic & hilarious spectacles of American Military prowess any of us have ever seen. Read Seamus on the…

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941 - Sister Number One feat. Aída Chávez (6/9/25) 1:23:07

2M ago1:23:07

1:23:07

We’re joined by The Nation’s Aída Chávez for her report from WelcomeFest, the abundapalooza dedicated to staking the technocratic claim for the future of the Democratic party. We review the fairly directionless and unenthusiastic vibes of the centrist shindig, but also discuss the explosion of police violence during protests against ICE in Los Ange…

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939 - Boom Times For Goons feat. Adam Friedland (6/2/25) 1:14:19

3M ago1:14:19

1:14:19

Host of The Adam Friedland Show Adam Friedland joins us to catch up on today’s news and discuss his new season. We look at the return of Matt Miller, Jake Tapper’s take on Israel/Palestine discourse, the kidnapping of a crypto whale in Manhattan, and new reports of Elon Musk’s rampant drug use. Adam also gives us his takes on engaging with the new …

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Ashwinn Krishnaswamy Talks Building Iconic Brands, How Founders Burn Money on Paid Ads, and Getting Arrested 1:30:34

3M ago1:30:34

1:30:34

Ashwinn Krishnaswamy is the co-founder of Oklahoma Smokes and Sunpowder, and one of the most thoughtful brand minds in the game. In this episode, we talk about what it actually takes to build a brand that lasts, why most early-stage founders waste money on paid ads, and how a run-in with the cops turned into a story worth telling. He breaks down wh…

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937 - Killing Santa feat. Arjun Singh & David Sirota (5/27/25) 1:31:28

3M ago1:31:28

1:31:28

Will & Felix catch up on Democrats’ commitment to burning millions of dollars in search of a crumb of clout from the pod-mano-sphere, and John Fetterman’s chronic senate absenteeism as he searches for good vibes. Then, we’re joined by Lever News’ David Sirota & Arjun Singh to discuss their new podcast series Tax Revolt & the “Big Beautiful Bill” wo…

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UNLOCKED 936 - Permanent Midnight feat. Ryan Grim & Jeremy Scahill (5/22/25) 1:36:40

3M ago1:36:40

1:36:40

Drop Site’s Ryan & Jeremy join us for an update on Israel’s war on Gaza. We discuss yesterday’s attack on Israeli Embassy staffers in Washington D.C. and its potential ramifications, Trump’s recent trip to the Gulf and potential shifts in U.S. relations in the region, and the brutal escalations of violence in Gaza over the recent weeks. Ryan and Je…

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Lexi Wood on Public vs. Private Relationships, How Traumatic Moment Changed Her, Summer House Return Rumors, and Did She Ever Even Love Jesse? 1:10:16

3M ago1:10:16

1:10:16

Lexi Wood has been modeling for nearly 17 years, but you probably know her from the headlines. In this episode, we unpack the back-and-forth drama with Jesse, her raw take on a traumatic life moment, and why she thinks people constantly underestimate her intelligence. Lexi gets real about the pressure of being misunderstood, the blurred lines of pu…

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935 - It’s Joever feat. David J. Roth (5/19/25) 1:22:20

3M ago1:22:20

1:22:20

We planned this episode to cover the spate of stories revealing just how out of it and diminished Joe Biden was during his term, and new details about the political flunkies and media stooges who were complicit in covering it up. But yesterday Biden’s team announced an almost certainly life-ending cancer diagnosis. So we’re joined by David Roth to …

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933 - We Can Grok It For You Wholesale feat. Mike Isaac (5/12/25) 1:23:44

3M ago1:23:44

1:23:44

Tech reporter Mike Isaac returns to the show for a round-up of the latest AI news. From collegiate cheating to funeral planning, Mike helps us make some sense of how this wonderful emerging technology is reshaping human society in so many delightful ways, and certainly is not a madness rune chipping away at what little sanity remains in our populat…

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931 - Studies in Stupid feat. Sam Seder (5/5/25) 1:13:37

4M ago1:13:37

1:13:37

The Majority Report’s Sam Seder joins us today to share some deep research into American Stupids. We look at Trump’s weekend announcements regarding American film production & re-opening Alcatraz, both seemingly inspired by a TV broadcast of “Escape From Alcatraz” in West Palm Beach last Saturday. We also discuss Sam’s recent debate appearances inc…

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BONUS: Michigan Raids on pro-Palestine Students 1:34:07

4M ago1:34:07

1:34:07

Felix speaks with Nora Hilgart-Griff from the TAHRIR Coalition and Liz Jacob from the Sugar Law Center for Social and Economic Justice about the Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel collaborating with the Trump DOJ in a series of raids on pro-Palestine students at the University of Michigan on April 23. Liz and Nora give background on Nessel's pre…

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929 - Given feat. Alex Nichols (4/28/25) 1:12:08

4M ago1:12:08

1:12:08

Fighter jets are just falling off the back of our aircraft carriers now in yet another Keystone Kops-ass bungle in the Red Sea. Gerry Connolly announces he’ll step down from the oversight committee in another moment of glory for the funeral home waiting room of Democratic leadership. Will reads us a profile of a new up-and-coming conservative influ…

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How High Performers Weigh Cash vs. Equity (And What You Should Know) 34:48

4M ago34:48

34:48

In this episode, I break down the cash vs. equity decision through the lens of the creator economy—and how the same principles apply to anyone building leverage today. Whether you’re a founder, operator, or creator, if you have a chance to own a piece of what you help build, understanding this tradeoff is critical.…

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Movie Mindset 33 - Casino feat. Felix 1:53:50

4M ago1:53:50

1:53:50

The first episode of this season of Movie Mindset is free for all listeners as always. To listen to the rest of the season, subscribe at www.patreon.com/chapotraphouseWhen you love movies, you’ve got to watch them. There’s no other way…Movie Mindset Season 3 commences with our first ever single feature on the most referenced movie in Chapo Trap Hou…

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927 - Americas, The Beautiful feat. Greg Grandin (4/21/25) 1:25:39

4M ago1:25:39

1:25:39

Historian and author Greg Grandin joins us to discuss his new book America, América: A New History of the New World, which looks at the five century history of colonization & conquest of the New World, and how North & South America developed their distinct identities through a long history of mutual interaction and opposition. We also catch up with…

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925 - Banshee, PA Chamber of Commerce feat. Kath Kreuger (4/14/25) 1:09:01

4M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Before addressing the news of the day, Will & Kath catch up with Felix on their re-watch of beloved series BANSHEE, which segues nicely into discussion of the baffling firebombing of the Pennsylvania governor's mansion. We then move on to the increasingly horrific and blatantly illegal renditions of American residents into foreign prisons, and the …

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923 - The Banks Are Out of Money feat. Dave Weigel (4/7/25) 1:15:42

5M ago1:15:42

1:15:42

Semafor reporter Dave Weigel returns to the show to look at the political angles to Trump’s tariff regime and the global economic shocks. We discuss the various attempts to backfill justifications, responses from GOP and Democrats, and how this is all somehow about wokeness and masculinity or something. We also discuss last week’s special election …

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Bonus: Ukrainian Politics Deep Dive feat. Peter Korotaev 2:02:01

5M ago2:02:01

2:02:01

Felix sits down with writer & journalist Peter Korotaev for a wide ranging conversation on the state of the Russo-Ukranian War in the wake of the Trump administration’s spat with Zelensky & attempts at a peace deal, and loads of context on the politics of Ukraine, Russia, various oligarchs, the Atlantic Council, and other non-state actors that have…

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921 - Health Scare feat. Tim Faust (3/31/25) 1:15:29

5M ago1:15:29

1:15:29

Tim “T-Bone” Faust makes a long overdue return to the program to brief us on the series of guerilla town halls on Medicaid he’s been doing in Wisconsin. But first, we start with a brief roundup on one of the most important health issues facing the nation today: Soda, and the role it plays in keeping Americans healthy. Tim then takes us through the …

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Facing Breast Cancer at Just 19 Years Old: Miranda McKeon’s Unfiltered Journey Through Diagnosis, Identity, and Embracing Vulnerability 1:15:30

5M ago1:15:30

1:15:30

When Miranda McKeon was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer at 19, everything changed. In this episode, she talks candidly about navigating illness at a young age — from identity shifts and losing her hair to dating while undergoing treatment. Miranda also opens up about launching her business, Fill Your Tank, and how entrepreneurship became part …

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919 - Abruendance Agenda feat. Madinah Wilson-Anton & Matt Bruenig (3/24/25) 1:21:56

5M ago1:21:56

1:21:56

Delaware state rep Madinah Wilson-Anton returns to the show to brief us on Elon Musk’s attempts to rewrite the state laws of Delaware to help him secure a $50 billion+ compensation package. We discuss the “race to the bottom” in state business laws, and the new wave of assaults on basic legal legitimacy in pursuit of complete oligarchical control.T…

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Panic World: Who turned Gen Z fascist? (With Felix Biederman) 58:59

5M ago58:59

58:59

Felix appeared on today’s Panic World podcast hosted by past-guest Ryan Broderick of the fantastic Garbage Day newsletter. We’ve agreed to crosspost this ep in our feed. Enjoy! Check out Panic World wherever you get pods, and subscribe to Garbage Day here: https://www.garbageday.email/Every four years America suffers through a national election, wi…

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SOLO EP: My Thoughts On The Current Intersection of the Creator Economy & Venture Capital World. Is There Opportunity? 35:36

5M ago35:36

35:36

In this solo episode, I dive into the evolving intersection of the creator economy and venture capital—two worlds that are more connected than ever but still largely untapped. Over the past year, I became a venture partner at Bulletpitch+, giving me firsthand insight into how deals are being made and why I believe creators need a seat at the table.…

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917 - Touchdown Tim Chitters feat. D.J. Byrnes & Eephus (3/17/25) 1:38:56

5M ago1:38:56

1:38:56

D.J. Byrnes of Ohio’s independent news outlet The Rooster returns to the show. We look at constituent outrage at elected officials, D.J.’s sojourn to DC, Cleveland’s $2.5 Billion stadium debacle, and D.J. relates an incredible story of bamboozling Vivek Ramaswamy.Then, Eephus director Carson Lund and writer & star Nate Fisher join Will to discuss t…

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915 - Hero Hedge feat. Joe Weisenthal (3/10/25) 1:13:06

5M ago1:13:06

1:13:06

We start the show discussing the arrest and detention of Mahmoud Khalil in a glaring escalation of attacks on American civil liberties in behalf of Israel & its supporters. We’re then joined by journalist and co-host of the Odd Lots podcast Joe Weisenthal to take a shockingly timely (for us) look at markets, tariffs, crypto, and economic policy und…

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913 - Only the Lonely feat. Julian Feeld (3/3/25) 1:18:12

6M ago1:18:12

1:18:12

QAA’s Julian Feeld joins us today to give us his report from last week’s CPAC convention. We look at the usual carnival of cruelty on display at the Gaylord Convention Center, with an added layer of vindictiveness in the second Trump era. We also discuss at how QAnon has been fully metabolized into political discourse, and check in on some classic …

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Movie Mindset Oscars Preview ‘25 1:35:11

6M ago1:35:11

1:35:11

Will & Hesse are back to look at the Oscars’ Best Pictures of 2024. They give their takes on the high- and low-lights, offer their predictions of who will take home Oscar gold, and give a special preview of what’s coming up in Movie Mindset Season 3.For more Oscars fun: Come see Will & Hesse host an Oscars watch as part of a party for Zohran for Ma…

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What's It Like to Sell Your Company for $600million dollars? David Protein Bar founders Peter Rahal & Zach Ranen Join Me to Discuss How Are They Planning to Takeover the Protein Bar Market 1:07:22

6M ago1:07:22

1:07:22

In this episode, we dive into the high-stakes world of entrepreneurship with David Protein Bar founders Peter Rahal and Zach Ranen. After Peter's groundbreaking success in building and selling RXBar for $600 million, he joins forces with Zach—an innovator with a knack for low-carb delights—to redefine the protein bar market. We explore their journe…

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911 - Red Dawn feat. Radio War Nerd (2/24/25) 1:16:53

6M ago1:16:53

1:16:53

We’re joined by Mark Ames & John Dolan of Radio War Nerd to discuss what may be the wind-down of the war in Ukraine. We look at the political ramifications both domestically and internationally, how the west & Russia have fared militarily, and the lives of the Ukrainians affected by the conflict. Plus, would you believe fighter aircraft, MMA, and a…

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909 - A Real Hero feat. Pendejo Time (2/17/25) 1:25:47

6M ago1:25:47

1:25:47

Jake and Thomas return to look at the latest news of Elon’s bizarrely begotten offspring. Plus the jewish guy who shot two Israeli guys because he thought they were Palestinians, Millei’s rug pull, and Bari Weiss’ Free Press asks what exactly makes an American hero (and why does it take place in dive bar bathrooms).Subscribe to Pendejo Time: https:…

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907 - Big Balls feat. Kath Krueger & Jeff Stein (2/10/25) 1:04:39

6M ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Kath joins us for our annual review of the Big Game spectacle. We give our appraisal of what this year’s ad slate says about the state of American culture, plus reactions to Kendrick Lamar’s halftime show, and how conservatives continue to be oppressed by the TV. Then the Washington Post’s Jeff Stein joins us to discuss his reporting on what exactl…

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BONUS: Z for Zohran 57:29

7M ago57:29

57:29

Will sits down with Zohran Mamdani, New York State Representative and candidate for New York City Mayor. After bonding over being just two boys from New York, their grade school rivalry, and touching on Zohran’s family & background, Will & Zohran discuss his plans to improve housing, transit, policing and homelessness services in New York City, as …

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Maggie Sellers Talks Breaking Off Engagement, Almost Being Deported, and How She's Disrupted the Male-Heavy Venture Capital World 1:04:24

7M ago1:04:24

1:04:24

Maggie Sellers is the founder of Hot, Smart, Rich, a platform dedicated to educating and empowering aspiring entrepreneurs, as well as investing into top startups. On this episode, we dive into some of the difficult moments of the last few years that include a broken off engagement, nearly getting deported, and the pushback she's gotten from her ti…

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