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Video Description:

Bernie Sanders is the senior United States senator from Vermont. See him live on the Fighting Oligarchy tour.

https://berniesanders.com/

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1. 0:00.000 - 0:12.411 Intermission
2. 16:53.755 - 17:39.575 Sponsor
3. 35:04.906 - 35:54.551 Sponsor
4. 1:51:44.280 - 1:51:58.258 Endcards/Credits

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Main Topic: The discussion centers around the crises facing America, focusing on wealth and power inequality, the struggles of the working class, the corrupt campaign finance system, and potential solutions.

Key Points:

• Wealth and Power Inequality: Sanders highlights the extreme wealth disparity in the US, with the top 1% owning more than the bottom 93%. He attributes this to decades of attacks on the working class, horrific trade agreements, and a corrupt political system influenced by billionaires.
• Struggles of the Working Class: A significant portion of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, struggling with rising costs of housing, healthcare, and education. Sanders emphasizes the lack of a safety net and the vulnerability of working families.
• Corrupt Campaign Finance System: Sanders criticizes the Citizens United Supreme Court decision, arguing that it allows billionaires to exert undue influence on elections. He points out how large donations can sway political decisions and silence dissenting voices within both parties.
• Healthcare Crisis: Sanders advocates for a universal healthcare system, criticizing the current system's focus on profit over people. He highlights the high costs of healthcare and the resulting lack of access for many Americans.
• Climate Change and Corporate Influence: Sanders acknowledges the complexity of the climate change issue, emphasizing the need to transition to sustainable energy sources. Rogan brings up the financial entanglements and potential for control associated with climate change initiatives.
• Automation and Technology: Sanders discusses the impact of technology on wages and wealth distribution. Despite increased worker productivity, real wages have stagnated or declined, leading to a transfer of wealth to the top 1%.
• Potential Solutions: Sanders proposes public funding of elections to reduce the influence of wealthy donors. He also advocates for universal healthcare, fair taxation, and investments in education and childcare.

Highlights:

• Sanders' passionate critique of the current economic and political system, emphasizing the need for systemic change.
• The discussion on the Citizens United decision and its impact on campaign finance.
• The focus on the struggles of the working class and the need for policies that support working families.
• Sanders' vision for a more equitable and just society, with universal healthcare, affordable education, and a fair tax system.
• Rogan's perspective on the complexities of climate change and the potential for corporate influence.

About Channel:

Rogan is host of The Joe Rogan Experience, consistently ranked one of the most popular podcasts and currently distributed by Spotify. The Joe Rogan Experience launched on December 24, 2009 helping to create the space of long form conversation video podcasting. With over 2000 episodes, an average of 2 - 3 hours in length each, the show has become a destination for open dialogue with a wide range of guests and perspectives including standup comedians, athletes, authors, artists, prolific thinkers, and scientists.^[[1] https://www.joerogan.com/about]

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/31897758

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Video Deacription:

An examination of the "Bernie to Trump pipeline".

This week on 51-49, James explores the political transformation of Joe Rogan, from supporting Bernie Sanders in 2020 to endorsing Donald Trump in 2024, and what it reveals about the shifting landscape of American politics.

Timestamps:

1. 0:00 Joe Rogan Was a Liberal?!
2. 4:18 The Democratic Party Vs. Joe Rogan
3. 6:11 The Mainstream Media Vs. Joe Rogan
4. 9:07 Bye Bye Cali, Howdy Texas
5. 11:15 GOP's New Working Class Coalition

51-49 with James Li - Documentaries funded by the people, for the people.

Generated Summary:

Main Topic:

The video analyzes Joe Rogan's political shift from supporting Bernie Sanders to endorsing Donald Trump, and what this shift signifies for American politics.

Key Points:

• Rogan's Background: The video highlights Rogan's unconventional rise in media, making him a cultural touchstone but also a polarizing figure due to his willingness to platform diverse and sometimes fringe viewpoints.
• Initial Support for Sanders: In 2016 and 2020, Rogan was drawn to Bernie Sanders' anti-establishment message and policies aimed at the working class.
• Democratic Party's Reaction: The Democratic establishment, threatened by Sanders' popularity, attacked him and his supporters, including Rogan, branding them as sexist, racist, and misogynistic.
• COVID-19 and Media Criticism: The COVID-19 pandemic and the response to it, particularly Rogan's questioning of mainstream narratives and treatments like Ivermectin, further alienated him from the Democratic party and mainstream media.
• Move to Texas and Shifting Network: Rogan moved to Texas and his network of guests shifted, including figures like Elon Musk, whose own political transformation influenced Rogan's viewpoints.
• Democratic Party's Shift: The Democratic party's focus on coastal elite politics, social causes, and identity politics alienated working-class Americans, including Rogan and his audience.
• Trump's Outreach: Donald Trump and his campaign actively engaged with Rogan, resulting in a highly viewed interview and potentially contributing to Trump's success in the 2024 election.
• Realignment of the Working Class: The video argues that both parties have left the working class behind, but the Republican party has successfully positioned itself as the home for disillusioned working-class voters.

Highlights:

• The video emphasizes the Democratic party's coordinated attack on Bernie Sanders and his supporters, including the "Bernie Bros" narrative.
• The video highlights the Ivermectin controversy and CNN's misrepresentation of Rogan's use of the drug.
• The video suggests that a feeling of being welcomed and listened to, even imperfectly, is a significant factor in voters' political alignment.
• The video points out the irony of the Democratic party alienating the very voters they claimed to represent.

About:

"Every time you say what’s true, you do your bit to help weaken the lie."

Independent journalist 🧐 Documentary filmmaker 📹 @BreakingPointsN correspondent 📰^[[1] https://x.com/5149jamesli]

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Video Description:

Dave Smith is a stand-up comedian, libertarian political commentator, and podcaster. He's the host of the "Part of the Problem" podcast, as well as a co-host of the "Legion of Skanks” podcast.

Douglas Murray is a political commentator, cultural critic, and author of numerous books, the most recent of which is "Democracies and Death Cults: Israel and the Future of Civilization."

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Main Topic: A wide-ranging discussion between Joe Rogan, Dave Smith, and Douglas Murray covering the Israel-Hamas conflict, the war in Ukraine, the role of experts, historical revisionism, and the influence of social media algorithms.

Key Points:

• Israel-Hamas Conflict:
  • Murray argues that there's been a lack of pro-Israel voices on the podcast and criticizes the downplaying of Hamas's atrocities and the unique scrutiny Israel faces.
  • Smith contends that focusing on the corruption of a country the US is funding (Ukraine) is more relevant than focusing on the corruption of an enemy (Russia).
  • Murray argues that Hamas is responsible for the suffering in Gaza, citing their use of civilian infrastructure for military purposes and their rejection of peaceful coexistence.
  • Smith argues that Israel is responsible for the means of their retaliation and their war aims.
• War in Ukraine:
  • Murray believes there's a bias towards conspiratorial narratives about Zelensky and the US's role in the conflict, while downplaying Russian aggression.
  • Smith argues that NATO expansion was a provocation towards Russia.
  • Murray counters that countries joined NATO out of fear of Russian aggression.
• Role of Experts and Historical Revisionism:
  • Murray expresses concern about the platforming of non-experts who promote counter-historical narratives, particularly regarding figures like Churchill and Hitler.
  • Rogan defends his choice of guests, stating he's interested in their perspectives, even if they're controversial.
  • Smith defends Daryl Cooper, arguing that his views are nuanced and charitable, and that he's being misrepresented.
• Influence of Social Media Algorithms:
  • Murray suggests that social media algorithms promote sensationalist and fringe views, leading to a distorted understanding of complex issues.
  • Rogan acknowledges the existence of algorithms but maintains that he invites guests based on his personal interests.
• US Foreign Policy:
  • Smith criticizes US foreign policy, particularly the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and argues that the US has a history of meddling in other countries' affairs.
  • Murray argues that the US is not always the primary actor in global events and that other countries have their own agency.

Highlights:

• The debate over the role of "experts" and whether non-experts should discuss complex geopolitical issues.
• The discussion about the Israel-Hamas conflict, including the historical context, the motivations of both sides, and the impact on civilians.
• Murray's passionate defense of Israel and his criticism of what he sees as anti-Israel bias.
• Smith's libertarian perspective on foreign policy and his skepticism towards government intervention.
• The discussion about the influence of social media algorithms and the spread of misinformation.
• The discussion about the neoconservative movement and its influence on US foreign policy.

About Channel:

Rogan is host of The Joe Rogan Experience, consistently ranked one of the most popular podcasts and currently distributed by Spotify. The Joe Rogan Experience launched on December 24, 2009 helping to create the space of long form conversation video podcasting. With over 2000 episodes, an average of 2 - 3 hours in length each, the show has become a destination for open dialogue with a wide range of guests and perspectives including standup comedians, athletes, authors, artists, prolific thinkers, and scientists.^[[1] https://www.joerogan.com/about]

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Video Description:

Dave Smith is a stand-up comedian, libertarian political commentator, and podcaster. He's the host of the "Part of the Problem" podcast, as well as a co-host of the "Legion of Skanks” podcast.

https://comicdavesmith.com/

Generated Summary:

Main Topic: The conversation revolves around US foreign policy, particularly concerning the Middle East and Ukraine, the 2020 election, the role of media in shaping public opinion, and the implications of artificial intelligence. It also touches upon the political landscape in the US and the erosion of trust in institutions.

Key Points:

• US Foreign Policy: Rogan and Smith extensively critique US foreign policy, arguing that interventions in various countries (Iraq, Afghanistan, Libya, Yemen, Ukraine) have been costly in terms of lives, resources, and destabilization, often without achieving stated goals. They discuss the influence of the Israeli lobby and the neoconservative agenda in shaping these policies.
• 2020 Election: The discussion includes Time Magazine's article detailing the alleged shadow campaign that influenced the 2020 election, highlighting the role of social media censorship and the funding of protests.
• Media Manipulation: The conversation highlights the perceived bias and manipulation within mainstream media, arguing that it prioritizes narratives that serve the interests of powerful institutions over objective truth. The rise of independent media and podcasts as alternatives is discussed.
• Political Polarization: The increasing polarization of the political landscape is analyzed, particularly the role of social media in amplifying division and the use of labels like “racist” or “anti-Semite” to shut down debate.
• Artificial Intelligence: The potential impact of advanced AI on society is explored, raising concerns about its use in surveillance and warfare, and its potential to further erode privacy and accountability.

Highlights:

• Wesley Clark's revelations: The discussion features Wesley Clark's account of a plan to overthrow seven Middle Eastern governments, dating back to 1991.
• Daryl Cooper's podcast: Smith praises Daryl Cooper's podcast for its in-depth analysis of historical events, particularly regarding Israel and World War II, arguing that it challenges established narratives and fosters greater understanding.
• The George Floyd incident: The conversation analyzes the George Floyd incident, discussing the role of media in shaping public perception and the subsequent calls for police reform.
• The impact of independent media: The discussion emphasizes the growing influence of independent media outlets and podcasts in challenging mainstream narratives and providing alternative perspectives.
• The future of politics: The conversation speculates on the future of politics, suggesting that the traditional methods of campaigning and media manipulation are becoming less effective, and that authenticity and direct engagement with the public are increasingly important.

About Channel:

Rogan is host of The Joe Rogan Experience, consistently ranked one of the most popular podcasts and currently distributed by Spotify. The Joe Rogan Experience launched on December 24, 2009 helping to create the space of long form conversation video podcasting. With over 2000 episodes, an average of 2 - 3 hours in length each, the show has become a destination for open dialogue with a wide range of guests and perspectives including standup comedians, athletes, authors, artists, prolific thinkers, and scientists.^[[1] https://www.joerogan.com/about]

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Video Description:

Kurt Metzger is a stand-up comic, writer, and host of the "Can't Get Right with Kurt Metzger" podcast. His latest special, "30 Minutes with Kurt Metzger," is available on YouTube.

https://www.kurtmetzgercomedy.com/

Generated Summary:

Main Topic: A wide-ranging conversation between Joe Rogan and comedian Kurt Metzger covering various topics, including: nuclear war, the inaccuracies and potential conspiracies surrounding historical events and current events, the dangers of misinformation, the US government's actions (both domestic and foreign), the nature of power and influence, and the programmability of human nature.

Key Points:

• Nuclear War Preparedness: The discussion begins with a humorous yet concerning look at the absurdity of outdated nuclear war drills.
• Historical Inaccuracies and Conspiracies: Metzger challenges the accuracy of historical narratives, particularly those surrounding John Wayne's film The Conqueror, and the casting choices in the film. The conversation delves into the potential for misinformation and manipulation in historical accounts.
• Cryptocurrency Scams: The conversation touches upon the complexities and potential for fraud in the cryptocurrency market, using meme coins as an example.
• Social Security: Metzger expresses concern about the solvency of Social Security and the potential for fraud within the system.
• US Foreign Policy: Metzger critiques US foreign policy, citing examples of questionable financial aid distribution (e.g., to the Taliban) and the unintended consequences of regime change operations (e.g., in Syria).
• Misinformation and Propaganda: The discussion highlights the challenges of discerning truth from misinformation, particularly in the context of social media and political narratives. The conversation includes examples of potential propaganda and manipulation in political rallies and media coverage.
• The Programmability of Human Nature: Metzger explores the idea that human nature is highly programmable, drawing parallels between religious indoctrination and political manipulation. This leads to discussions about cults, propaganda, and the influence of powerful entities.
• The Deep State: The conversation touches upon the concept of a “deep state” and its potential influence on political events, drawing historical parallels to ancient Rome and other historical empires.
• Eugenics: Metzger discusses the ongoing relevance of eugenics and its historical context, connecting it to current events and societal trends.
• UFOs and Conspiracy Theories: The conversation touches upon various conspiracy theories, including those related to UFOs and the potential for advanced technology and time travel.
• The Nature of Power and Influence: The discussion explores the ways in which power and influence are wielded, both overtly and covertly, and the consequences of these actions.

Highlights:

• Metzger's insightful and often humorous critiques of political narratives and societal trends.
• The exploration of complex and controversial topics with a blend of skepticism and open-mindedness.
• The use of anecdotal evidence and personal experiences to illustrate key points.
• The discussion of the challenges of discerning truth from misinformation in the modern information landscape.

About Channel:

Rogan is host of The Joe Rogan Experience, consistently ranked one of the most popular podcasts and currently distributed by Spotify. The Joe Rogan Experience launched on December 24, 2009 helping to create the space of long form conversation video podcasting. With over 2000 episodes, an average of 2 - 3 hours in length each, the show has become a destination for open dialogue with a wide range of guests and perspectives including standup comedians, athletes, authors, artists, prolific thinkers, and scientists.^[[1] https://www.joerogan.com/about]

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/22074492

Key Points:

1. Lack of Evidence: Weiss’s inability to substantiate her claims about Gabbard illustrates the pervasive issue of evidence-less accusations in political discourse. This trend undermines credible debate.
2. Deteriorating Discourse: The conversation reveals a troubling shift in political discussions, where accusations are made without foundational reasoning, promoting division rather than dialogue.
3. Rogan’s Role: Rogan’s inquiry into Weiss’s claims showcases the importance of critical questioning in media, emphasizing accountability for public figures making serious allegations.
4. Diplomatic Engagement: Gabbard’s meetings with foreign leaders highlight the necessity of diplomatic engagement, challenging the notion that such actions equate to betrayal or complicity.
5. Historical Context: The comparison of Gabbard’s actions to past U.S. leaders meeting controversial figures illustrates that diplomacy has historically been a tool for peace rather than a sign of loyalty to adversaries.
6. Media Influence: Weiss’s reliance on media narratives (“everyone knows”) reflects how mainstream media can shape public perception through unverified claims, emphasizing the need for critical media literacy.
7. Polarizing Narratives: The labeling of individuals who seek dialogue with adversaries as traitorous feeds into a dangerous polarization, undermining nuanced discussions about foreign policy and national security.

Independent, Unencumbered Analysis and Investigative Reporting, Captive to No Dogma or Faction.

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/21759487

Dave Smith is a stand-up comedian, libertarian political commentator, and podcaster. He's the host of the "Part of the Problem" podcast, as well as a co-host of the "Legion of Skanks” podcast.

Joe Rogan opens up about the moment he decided to step away from fighting. Discover the surprising reasons behind his decision and how it shaped his journey into becoming a podcast legend. #joerogan #mma #motivation

Credits: The Joe Rogan Experience 2122

Joe is joined by mixed martial artists John Rallo, Matt Serra, and Din Thomas.

John owns Shogun Fights and also serves as the owner and head coach at Ground Control Mixed Martial Arts Academy.

Matt is the host of the "UFC Unfiltered" podcast with Jim Norton and is the owner and lead instructor at Serra BJJ.

Din is a host on "SiriusXM Fight Nation," "Josh Cohen & the Home Team" on ESPN West Palm, and "Fight Court."

Michael Malice is a cultural commentator, host of the PodcastOne podcast "YOUR WELCOME," and author of several books, including "Dear Reader: The Unauthorized Autobiography of Kim Jong Il," "The Anarchist Handbook," and "The White Pill: A Tale of Good & Evil."

#1556 w/Glenn Greenwald

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/17481309

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#1556 w/Glenn Greenwald:

Former attorney turned award-winning journalist Glenn Greenwald is a co-founder of online news site The Intercept, and the author of several books, the most recent of which is No Place to Hide: Edward Snowden, the NSA, and the U.S. Surveillance State.

Timestamps:

1. [00:00] - Did you feel physically in danger
2. [03:03] - Brazils history of spying
3. [07:44] - Snowdens legacy
4. [13:10] - Snowdens stress

Bernie Sanders is a 2020 Presidential Candidate of the Democratic Party and is currently serving as the U.S. Senator of Vermont.

Taken from JRE #1940 w/Matt Taibbi: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1BYwylJ4AccjLAZth9NmDi

Jimmy Dore is a stand-up comic, political commentator, and host of "The Jimmy Dore Show" on YouTube. Watch his new special, "Covid Lies Are Funny," at jimmydore.com.

Roger Waters is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, co-founder of the legendary rock band Pink Floyd, and successful solo artist.

This is a cut from JRE epsode 1878 with Roger Waters and Joe Rogan, enjoy.

Roger Waters is a Rock and Roll Hall of Famer, co-founder of the legendary rock band Pink Floyd, and successful solo artist. Catch him live on the worldwide "This is Not a Drill" concert tour. www.rogerwaters.com

Released: Oct 5, 2022

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Released: Jul 26, 2021

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.world/post/17197042

Edit2: updated title with timestamp at 26:22; url update

“Jimmy Dore is outrageous and outraged, bothersome and bothered. A crucial, profane, passionate voice for progressives and free-thinkers in 21st century America. Jimmy will anger you if you’re a conservative and enrage you if you’re a liberal.”—Patton Oswalt

Jimmy Dore is a standup comedian, political commentator, and host of “The Jimmy Dore Show."