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An irregular discussion of current events, popular culture, unpopular culture, economics, hip-hop, and killer robots
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Jun 2, 2018
Jun 2, 2018
55 min
On this episode I explain why I don't give two farts about Search Engine Optimization or Income Stream Maximization Programs. I also complain about Donald Trump, explain about why drinking on Memorial Day is not an insult to The Troops, and introduce you to the second-best song called "Warm It Up" ever made.
Send questions! Give feedback! Holler at 'cha boy!
Twitter: @DukeSkath
email: esp@fbesp.org
Mar 28, 2018
Mar 28, 2018
45 min
In this irregular episode, Eric P ruminates on guns, resistance, and cultural elements that keep us going. It's scattershot and sophisticated -- so enjoy!
Holler at 'cha boy: @DukeSkath
Oct 7, 2017
Oct 7, 2017
1hr 9 min
This show is a little different. By popular demand, I have recorded an audiobook version of my introduction to mindfulness, MindWipe. So I'm sending it out through the stream. I hope it's useful.
If you'd like a free PDF of the book, a cheap Kindle version, or a slightly-more-expensive print copy, visit my website http://www.just-text.org
As always, please get in touch via email or Twitter: esp@fbesp.org or @DukeSkath
Jun 24, 2017
Jun 24, 2017
1hr 43 min
It's the conversation too dangerous for live television. (Also I'm not allowed on television.) I sit down with my friend Richard Webster to dissect the concepts of white privilege, intersectionality, class warfare, and why capitalism is immoral. Join us with an open mind and let us know what you think.
Twitter: @DukeSkath (Eric) and @RealRichWebster (Rich)
Jun 12, 2017
Jun 12, 2017
1hr 35 min
Terrorism, infrastructure, Russia, Jehovah's Witnesses, charter schools, Oxford commas, and robots who love Donald Trump. Enjoy!
Full show notes at http://www.fbesp.org/synapse/
May 14, 2017
May 14, 2017
1hr 11 min
In which I interview my buddy and comrade from the struggle to free East Timor, Ben Terrall. We discuss his 'zine, Namaste Motherf#%$er, what gentrification means, and how to stay sane in the age of Trump.
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Mar 18, 2017
Mar 18, 2017
1hr 35 min
In which I interview my good friend and activist comrade Mala Ghoshal. We discuss politics, New College, the state of the world, and her life as a communist at Twin Oaks.
Tweet me: @DukeSkath
Mar 11, 2017
Mar 11, 2017
1hr 3 min
Earth is being overrun with fascists and scumbags, but the resistance lives! Join Eric P for another long-awaited missive on Trump, political discourse, economics, education, killer robots, and hip-hop. No show notes this time -- just listen and enjoy!
Feedback please -- @DukeSkath
Dec 26, 2016
Dec 26, 2016
1hr 24 min
Top Links
- Ta-Nehisi Coates: My President Was Black
- Ten Days After: Harassment and Intimidation in the Aftermath of the Election
- Out of options: School choice gutted Detroit’s public schools. The rest of the country is next.
Current Events
- How Rex Tillerson Changed His Tune on Russia and Came to Court Its Rulers
- Kissinger, a longtime Putin confidant, sidles up to Trump
- Trump private security force ‘playing with fire’
- Israel settlements: Netanyahu orders UN ties review
- Obama Allows Toothless UN Resolution Against Israeli Settlements to Pass
- Three charged in Kansas plot to bomb homes, worship center for Somalis
- Bundy Brothers Acquitted in Takeover of Oregon Wildlife Refuge
- Doctor Accuses Flight Attendant of 'Blatant Discrimination' During Emergency
- Report: More than half of mentally ill U.S. adults get no treatment
- Geologists: Here’s what caused Kansas’ biggest earthquake
- Majority of potential UK fracking sites are rich in important wildlife
- Indonesia President Jokowi Defends LGBT Rights
Economics
Education
- It Turns Out Spending More Probably Does Improve Education
- Teen accused of stealing 65-cent carton of milk at middle school to stand trial
- Understanding Teacher Shortages (Interactive Map of the US)
Killer Robots, Etc
- Killer robots await Trump’s verdict: The new president will have to decide how aggressively the U.S. pursues military technology that could let machines
- Will robots help or harm? It's time for 'big thinking,' AI experts warn
- Trailer: Eye in the Sky
- Robot goes rogue at tech fair, injures visitor
- Mind-controlled robotic arm helps paralyzed patients 'feel'
- Dangers Posed by Lax Motorists in Autonomous Vehicles Draw Scrutiny
- Las Vegas is now completely powered by renewable energy
Hip-Hop
Nov 12, 2016
Nov 12, 2016
1hr 54 min
To confront the existential horror of President Trump, I'm joined by my longtime activist friend Sofia Ali-Khan. We discuss our lives as progressive rabble-rousers, educators, and Americans. We sort through the problems we face and some concrete steps for action. Let's get to work, everybody!
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