Beste The Perspectrum podcaster (2024)

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Is This What Hope Feels Like? (2023 Election Breakdown) 1:13:44

6M ago1:13:44

1:13:44

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the outcomes of the elections last week. Then they analysis the Republican push to abolish the department of education.Av The Perspectrum

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Mike Johnson: Generic And Dangerous 58:40

6M ago58:40

58:40

This week Michael and Nathan go through newly elected speaker Mike Johnson's abysmal record. Then they give an update on the devastation in the conflict between Israel and Palestine.Av The Perspectrum

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Grading Bidenomics 1:17:44

7M ago1:17:44

1:17:44

This week, Michael and Nathan break down the positives and the negatives of Bidenomics. Then they discuss some interesting studies about conservative policies shaving years off people's lives.Av The Perspectrum

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Stop Killing Civilians (Israel-Palestine Breakdown) 1:05:47

7M ago1:05:47

1:05:47

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the chaos involving the speakership for the United States House of Representatives. Then they breakdown the horrific tragedies of the current Israeli-Palestinian conflict.Av The Perspectrum

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Grasping At Straws (Biden Impeachment Inquiry) 1:08:15

8M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the Biden impeachment inquiry and then lay out the recent United Auto Workers strike.Av The Perspectrum

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Gerrymander Madness! 59:43

8M ago59:43

59:43

This week Nathan is joined by guest co-host Katie Gold to discuss gerrymanding and some of the latest news regarding unions.Av The Perspectrum

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Breaking Down The Republican Primary Debate (Debate Special) 1:04:47

8M ago1:04:47

1:04:47

Republican 2024 presidential candidates had a debate! Well...all except 1. In this Debate Special, Nathan and Michael break it down, do some fact checking, and talk through the implications for the republican primary.Av The Perspectrum

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Stopping Breaking The Law ***hole!!! (More Trump Indictments) 1:16:33

9M ago1:16:33

1:16:33

This week Nathan and Michael break down yet another Trump indictment and then they have a conversation about boycotts.Av The Perspectrum

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Trump indictment 3/??? 1:09:25

9M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

This week Michael and Nathan discuss yet another Trump indictment. Then they explain the idea of a vacancy tax.Av The Perspectrum

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Going Nuclear 1:16:06

9M ago1:16:06

1:16:06

This week we dive into the Supreme Court's (terrible) decision on Biden's student loan forgiveness program. Then we finally answer a question that's been on our minds for months: what role should Nuclear Energy have in powering the climate transition?Av The Perspectrum

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Supremely Screwed 1:34:23

10M ago1:34:23

1:34:23

This week Michael and Nathan discuss the supreme court's recent series of decisions (yes we are late). Then they talk about some presidential candidates that have thus far been ignored.Av The Perspectrum

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Does Patriotism Make Any Sense? 26:59

10M ago26:59

26:59

Nathan is out this week so Michael takes the reins to ruminate on a hot topic at the start of every July: Patriotism. We talk about Patriotism on this show somewhat regularly, as Michael and Nathan do consider themselves patriots. But when things are so bleak, and seemingly getting worse, what good is patriotism? Does it really make sense anymore? …

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What The Hell Just Happened In Russia? 1:05:18

11M ago1:05:18

1:05:18

This week Michael and Nathan discuss the attempted coup by Yevgeny Prigozhin and the Wagner company in Russia. Then they break down the recent criminal charged again Hunter Biden.Av The Perspectrum

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But The Children! 1:08:47

11M ago1:08:47

1:08:47

This week Michael and Nathan break down the rolling back of child labor protections. Then they have a discussion about the practice of homeschooling.Av The Perspectrum

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The Walls Are Closing In On Trump (Maybe) 1:09:58

11M ago1:09:58

1:09:58

This week Michael and Nathan break down the new information regarding the Trump documents scandal. Then they have a discussion on the status of Social Security in America.Av The Perspectrum

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Is Biden Better On Immigration? 1:26:40

11M ago1:26:40

1:26:40

This week Michael and Nathan break down the Biden administrations current policies regarding immigration. Then they do a deep dive into Elon Musk as a political figure.Av The Perspectrum

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Trump’s Legal Trouble 1:25:15

11M ago1:25:15

1:25:15

This week Michael and Nathan explain the vast list of Trump's legal troubles. Then they have a discussion on social media regulation for children. (Minor correction, in this episode Nathan says that Michael Cohen was in solitary the spring of 2022, it was actually 2020.)Av The Perspectrum

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We Live In The Stupidest Timline 1:23:40

12M ago1:23:40

1:23:40

This week, Nathan is joined by Jess to discuss the current state of abortion laws in the United States. Then they go over the negotiations around the debt ceiling.Av The Perspectrum

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Ron DeSantis Is Worse Than Trump 1:11:04

12M ago1:11:04

1:11:04

This week we discussed some horrific things Ron DeSantis is doing in Florida. Then we did a deep-dive segment into why the push for objectivity in the media is a bad thing.Av The Perspectrum

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Clarence Thomas’ Winning (And Lucrative) Personality 1:04:09

12M ago1:04:09

1:04:09

This week Michael and Nathan discuss corruption in the supreme court (and why it's allowed) and then they do a deep dive into four day work weeks.Av The Perspectrum

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2024 Election Update: Old And Sweaty Wins The Race 1:09:58

1y ago1:09:58

1:09:58

This week Michael and Nathan discuss the state of the 2023 presidential election and who the candidates and contenders are. Then they explain the debt ceiling, what it means, and how it works.Av The Perspectrum

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Tuck Neverlasting 1:07:56

1y ago1:07:56

1:07:56

Michael and Nathan are back with a new season of The Perspectrum! This week they will be discussing the abrupt leaving of Tucker Carlson from Fox news and the insane degree of anti-trans rhetoric from right-wing figures in recent months.Av The Perspectrum

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The Leftist History Of Christmas 43:57

1+ y ago43:57

43:57

This week's episode is a Christmas special. We go over the history of Christmas and how many of it's older traditions are left-wing.Av The Perspectrum

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Twitter Getting Dragged Through The Musk 1:32:57

1+ y ago1:32:57

1:32:57

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss a string of stories involving weird stuff say by conservatives these last few weeks. Then they do a deep dive into the twitter files and what they actually mean. Finally they have a discussion about human nature as it pertains to cooperation.Av The Perspectrum

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More Victims Of Queerphobia 1:30:50

1+ y ago1:30:50

1:30:50

This week Michael and Nathan discuss predictions regarding the 2024 presidential election. Then they give an update on the status of student loan forgiveness. Finally they discuss the horrific reality of three mass shootings in American in the last week.Av The Perspectrum

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Marriage Equality: How Is This Still An Argument? 1:32:49

1+ y ago1:32:49

1:32:49

This week, we discussed the vote on the Respect for Marriage Act in the Senate. Then we did a final breakdown of the midterm results. Finally, we talked about Trump's recent announcement to seek the presidential nomination once again.Av The Perspectrum

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State of The Midterms Breakdown 20:49

1+ y ago20:49

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In what appears to be another year of de ja vu, Michael delivers a solo election breakdown as midterm votes continue to be counted in key states. Who will hold the reigns of power in the congress? Michael breaks it down.Av The Perspectrum

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Down Goes Bosonaro!!! 1:28:21

1+ y ago1:28:21

1:28:21

This week Michael and Nathan discuss the defeat of Fascist Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to leftest Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Then they explore where or not corporate greed has contributed to inflation. Finally they have a conversation about instability driving progress.Av The Perspectrum

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Other Countries Besides America Exist 1:15:02

1+ y ago1:15:02

1:15:02

This week Michael and Nathan do a final breakdown of the midterms. Then they explain why Liz Truss in the UK was the shortest serving Prime Minister in British history. Finally they discuss the strange tendency for people in the US to think we have nothing to learn from other countries.Av The Perspectrum

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From Oil To Drugs, We’ve Got A Better Way 1:14:31

1+ y ago1:14:31

1:14:31

This week the team delves into OPECs oil cuts and it's global, economic, and political implications. Then they dive into the confusing world of Pharma innovation to figure out where it really comes from. Ultimately though, can regulation do more to incentivize a better way for all of us?Av The Perspectrum

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Weeding Out The War On Drugs 1:17:55

1+ y ago1:17:55

1:17:55

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss Joe Biden's recent executive order expunging the records of people federally convicted of simple Marijuana possession. Then they discuss the protests happening in Iran. Finally they have a talk abut the virtues of incorporating more direct democratic measures.Av The Perspectrum

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Uphill Progress (Guest Interview: Jennifer Lewis) 1:55:08

1+ y ago1:55:08

1:55:08

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss Ukraine and GOP Republican's "Pledge to America". Then they are joined by mental health worker and democratic candidate for Virginia's 6th district for the US house of representatives Jennifer Lewis to discuss her platform.Av The Perspectrum

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Martha’s Vindication 1:29:51

1+ y ago1:29:51

1:29:51

This week Nathan is joined by guest co-host Josh Greenfield to discuss Ron DeSantis' recent stunt sending migrants to Martha's Vineyard. Then they go over Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin's new policy on trans gender students. Finally Josh discusses his experience being in China during the Covid pandemic.…

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The Red Badge of Biden 1:27:54

1+ y ago1:27:54

1:27:54

This week, Michael and Nathan give their thoughts on Biden's "soul of America" speech. Then they break down the recent special election in Alaska and ranked choice voting. Finally they release some bonus content from "The Perspectrum After-hours" in which they discuss how to talk to people that disagree with you.…

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Bring On The Bad Arguments Against Forgiving Student Loans 1:27:09

1+ y ago1:27:09

1:27:09

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss terrible arguments that have been made against student loan forgiveness. Then they use the carried interest loophole as a case study of corruption in the US. Finally they discuss euthanasia in Canada.Av The Perspectrum

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You Can’t Trump A Search Warrant 1:35:49

1+ y ago1:35:49

1:35:49

This week Michael and Nathan discuss the FBI raid of Mar-A-Lago, the recent decision by the Biden administration on student loan forgiveness, and the relationship between capitalism and scarcity.Av The Perspectrum

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The Inflation Reduction Act And The Midterms 1:21:48

1+ y ago1:21:48

1:21:48

This week Michael and Nathan discuss how the Inflation Reduction Act is likely to impact the midterms. Then they evaluate a strategy of Democrats trying to elevate far right candidates. Finally they have a discussion about the importance of making sure that intuitive arguments are also informed.Av The Perspectrum

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Good News For Once 1:25:32

2y ago1:25:32

1:25:32

This week might be Michael and Nathan's most positive episode yet. They discuss the passage of the PACT act. Then they breakdown the climate change proposal. Finally, they end by talking about the use of shame in activism.Av The Perspectrum

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House Republicans: ”Don’t Worry! We’re Still The Bad Guys!” 1:25:52

2y ago1:25:52

1:25:52

This week Michael and Nathan discuss Republican opposition to marriage equality and contraception. Then they do another edition of the Injustice System where they talk about forced prison labor. Finally they talk about the need to not celebrate when political opponents are convicted of a crime.Av The Perspectrum

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Midterm Madness 1:26:32

2y ago1:26:32

1:26:32

This week Nathan and Michael analyze available data and make predictions about the midterms. Then they discuss the history of separation of church and state.Av The Perspectrum

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Still Don’t Miss Trump 1:38:27

2y ago1:38:27

1:38:27

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the findings so far in the January six hearing, then they do a deep dive into the benefits of providing universal school lunches, and finally they have a philosophical talk about identity and exclusion.Av The Perspectrum

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A Supremely Judicial Episode (Also Michael and Nathan Argue!) 1:49:34

2y ago1:49:34

1:49:34

This week its all about the courts. Michael and Nathan discuss some of the future cases the supreme court will or might hear. Then they discuss the legitimacy problem with the supreme court right now. Finally they have a bit of a debate about the case regarding praying on the football field.Av The Perspectrum

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Release The Kraken! (More Abortion Discussion) 1:45:26

2y ago1:45:26

1:45:26

This week Michael and Nathan are joined by Jess and Bri in a very special episode where they break down the politics of the overturning of Roe, the major consequences, and the process of changing one's mind on abortion.Av The Perspectrum

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Let’s Just Focus For A Minute 1:13:50

2y ago1:13:50

1:13:50

This week Nathan is off the pod, so epic subbing co-host Connor Haines (Masters in Philosophy, Software Engineer) steps in. Michael and Connor talk about the science and experience behind distraction and technology's role in our growing inability to focus. Then they reflect on the growing trend of millennials being drawn away from traditional paths…

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What Should Be The Unthinkable 1:33:47

2y ago1:33:47

1:33:47

This week Nathan and Michael break down the horrific mass shooting in Uvalde Texas. Then they do another installment of sorry we f**ked up your country focusing on Iraq. Finally they discuss physician assisted suicide.Av The Perspectrum

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The Great Replacement Theory Is Bulls**t! 1:33:24

2y ago1:33:24

1:33:24

This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the racially motivated mass shootings within the last week and the conspiracy theory that fueled them. Then they discuss the murder of Shareen Abu Aqleh at the hands of the Israeli. Finally they discuss whether a free market place of ideas is possible in our current system.…

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Wait, It Gets Worse (More Abortion News) 1:21:11

2y ago1:21:11

1:21:11

This week Michael and Nathan discuss what the next step for the anti-choice movement after the overturning of Roe. Then they discuss a disinformation fighting initiative the Department of Homeland security is carrying out. Finally they have a talk about whether more damage is caused by moderates or extremists in Washington.…

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All Abortion!!! 1:37:32

2y ago1:37:32

1:37:32

This week it's all about abortion. Michael and Nathan break down the leaked supreme court brief showing the intention to overturn Roe vs. Wade, then they go over the argument for why abortion must remain safe and legal, and finally they discuss the strategy going forward on abortion.Av The Perspectrum

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Empathy Is A Liberal Conspiracy 1:22:56

2y ago1:22:56

1:22:56

This week Michael and Nathan discuss some of the weird things Republicans have been doing over the last few weeks (ie testicle tanning and banning math), then they do a deep dive into the gender wage gap, and finally they discuss the difficulties of balancing fighting the culture war and fight for economic progress.…

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Homophobia: A Disease That Just Won’t End 1:26:24

2y ago1:26:24

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This week Michael and Nathan discuss the "Don't Say Gay" bill, then they break down recent attempts to ban books, and finally they examine the idea of corporate wokeism.Av The Perspectrum

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