News commentary with a healthy amount of skepticism. Host Cole Smithson explores topics and himself in depth to figure out what are the right questions to ask. Is there some master plan coming to a head? Can we do anything about it anyway if there were? Pull up a chair, put on your tinfoil hat and question everything! Follow me on Instagram @wideawakeatthree.
Cole Smithson discusses the alarming rise of fascism in the United States, drawing parallels to historical events and expressing deep concerns about civil rights and political dissent. The time to stand up is now before it's too late, despite how scary that may be. Love y'all. Enjoy!Twitter @awake_smyth
Cole Smithson presents a case against the advancement of AI, emphasizing the importance of human creativity and the potential dangers of technology. He breaks down the impact AI will have on jobs, the environment, and society, while advocating for a return to human-centric values and critical thinking. We need to be aware of the implications of AI and the influence of tech oligarchs on our lives.Twitter @awake_smyth
Nah Fuck the King. Quick Episode today. I encourage everyone to look into Curtis Yarvin and the Dark Enlightenment movement. Love y'all. Enjoy.Twitter @awake_smyth
Chris Buru , a local DJ and producer joins us today to talk about about the intricacies of the music industry, particularly focusing on EDM. They explore the importance of art beyond politics, the realities of being a DJ, the significance of preparation, and the challenges of receiving feedback as an artist (6:00). Chris shares his passion for music and the emotional impact it has on both him and his audience, emphasizing the energy exchange that occurs during live performances. We discusses the nightlife and EDM culture, focusing on the interplay between substance use and the emotional experiences tied to music (40:00). We reflect on our personal journey with drugs, the impact of addiction on creativity, and the importance of genuine connections in the service industry (1:03:00). The discussion also touches on the wastefulness of the restaurant industry and the superficiality of relationships formed in nightlife settings, ultimately advocating for a more mindful approach to both substance use and personal connections. We get into the transformative power of shifting from a negative to a positive mindset, the rewarding nature of human connections in the service industry, and the complexities of navigating relationships and trust issues. We wrap up with the importance of self-discovery and the value of finding deeper meaning beyond temporary excitement (1:35:00). Enjoy. Love y'all.Twitter @awake_smyth
Cole Smithson discusses Kendrick Lamar's halftime show, emphasizing its political and cultural significance (3:00). He explores the symbolism in Lamar's performance, the reactions it garnered, and the broader implications for American society, particularly regarding race and social justice. Then we hear from Anonymous (18:35). Cole touches on personal stories of police brutality and the importance of community connection in the face of systemic issues. Ethical implications of wealth distribution, critiques capitalism, and emphasizes the need for societal protections for the vulnerable. He argues against the notion of a natural order in economic systems (32:00). The pod also covers the importance of consumer protection, civil rights, and the need for unity in the fight against oppression, urging listeners to mobilize for change and recognize the interconnectedness of these issues. Elon Musk's coup has been blocked by a judge, will he listen (39:00)? Love y'all. EnjoyTwitter @awake_smyth
Cole Smithson discusses the chaotic political landscape, focusing on the ineffectiveness of the Democratic Party (2:15) and the rise of extremism and fascism (17:00). He argues for the necessity of a third party to challenge the current system, critiques the role of propaganda, and highlights the dangers posed by figures like Elon Musk and the corporate elite (30:20). We can't emphasize enough the need for collective action and awareness in the face of systemic issues. Love y'all. EnjoyTwitter @awake_smyth
In this episode, host Cole Smithson discusses his personal journey and the increasing relevance of podcasts in today's society (0:30) He explores the awakening of the American populace to the realities of their situation, the illusion of American exceptionalism, and the influence of corporate interests on political decisions, particularly regarding the TikTok ban (08:21). The conversation delves into wealth inequality, the predatory nature of insurance companies (19:10), and the dire consequences of climate change (33:16). Finally, he addresses the erosion of press freedom and the need for collective action to combat these pressing issues (39:34). Love y'all. EnjoyTwitter @awake_smyth
In this episode, Cole Smithson discusses the pressing issues of disinformation, class warfare, and the illusion of political solutions in today's society. He emphasizes the need for open conversations across political divides, the role of billionaires in perpetuating inequality, and the dangers of corporate greed and climate change. Cole calls for community solidarity and a rejection of the divisive narratives that keep people from uniting against their common oppressors. Reach out if you agree or even if you don't. We Need each other. Enjoy
I'm back. The United Healthcare CEO was murdered in broad daylight in New York. He might've been caught, but I find it fascinating that people on the internet are rallying around him. I don't believe he is radical. I believe we live in an oligarchically radical country and his actions are the logical conclusion of end-point capitalism. Can't believe how many times I fucked up the dudes name. Very bad Italian of me. Not recording again. Enjoy.
It's been a long road, but we're here. If you want to know where my life has gone please tag along for the wild ride. I'm excited for this next part of my journey. Let me know if you want to tell your story on the podcast. Thanks for listening!
I'm back the show's back. I talk about my struggles with putting out this show during the football season and how I'm learning to love the journey of finding myself. I don't know if a self can ever truly be found. Then I talk about a conversation I had with my dad about the death of American culture. I promise I'm back and I'm here to stay. Thank you so much for listening. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Check out the In Your Head Media Youtube for the video. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Writer, Director and overall chill dude Case Mount comes on the podcast to talk about his writing and directing process as well as his general opinions on movie making. We talk Young Thug we talk Karens causing a scene in public and we talk about much more on the first podcast with a guest in too long. Excuse the audio issues I am working on creating a better studio environment when future guests come on in person. Thank you so much for listening. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Check out the In Your Head Media Youtube for the video. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Monday Morning Wake up 6. Host Cole Smithson talks about the housing crisis and whether or not he will ever own a home in this economy. Florida is trying to ban parts of AP psych being taught in their schools and Cole wraps the show by talking about his continuing awakening. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Host Cole Smithson is a day late with the Monday Morning Wake Up this week due to technical issues on the hosting service we use. For the episode we break down the reeling DeSantis campaign, worker's rights or lack thereof and the climate apocalypse people are waking up to around the country and world. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
After a week off host Cole Smithson gives his thoughts on the potential fight between controversial billionaires Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk. Then Cole goes on a deep dive into Allen Watt's thoughts on the illusion of time and the peace possible by living in the present moment. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Host Cole Smithson goes over his favorite news stories and topics from the week including the woman who freaked out on the plane claiming another person "wasn't real" on the flight, police occupation and presence in America and a popular left-wing twitter account that was exposed as fake. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Danny Aguilera joins host Cole Smithson in the virtual studio for the inaugural video podcast. This is also his second appearance on Wide Awake and first in many years. More Danny definitely to come. Video coming soon to Youtube near you. Danny and Cole talk about stories from their friendship in their hometown of Wilmington, Delaware as well as some of the funnier stories in the news. Everybody's favorite segment 'Scream into the Abyss' is back and it's a great one this week. Come for the laughs and stay for two funny people who have been good friends for a long time. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk-smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Happy Fourth of July to everyone this celebrating this week. Weird to have it right in the middle of the week, but here we are. Host Cole Smithson talks about his favorite news stories and topics from the week before discussing manifesting and visualizing the life he desires. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk-smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Host Cole Smithson shares his thoughts on his struggle to put more effort into the podcast and where he sees himself and the podcast going forward. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk-smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Bonus Ep this week and it's some free verse poetry for the fans. I haven't done anything like this on the feed, but here goes. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk-smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Solo pod this week! Host Cole Smithson talks about what's going on in his life before diving into the tricks of capitalism and the fight we are facing on the left. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk-smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Are the Mormons the only correct religion or are they a death cult? Maybe it's both. This week we have recovering Mormon Taylor Record on to discuss growing up Mormon in Utah, the 32 billion dollars the Church was hiding and all things LDS. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk-smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Check out Xage's Podcast as well as @XageBradley on Instagram. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
My oldest friend Xavier Bradley stop by the virtual studio this week to talk about everything from AI not being a threat to Dancing with Lil Nas X as a runner for a production team in LA. Xavier also talks about how he stays motivated by the goals he has set for himself and the boys get deep on the fear of death. Let me know what you think. Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk-smith. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Check out Xage's Podcast as well as @XageBradley on Instagram. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars and share with your friends.
Host Cole Smithson goes on a solo mission this week to delve into the nature of reality. Does reality exist? Can we ever understand it? Listen to find out. Everything you need is inside of you. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation. This is going to be a wild ride.
Nihilist, Leftist freedom fighter Jacob Burkhart comes on the podcast to discuss if anything actually matters. Here's a hint. It does not, but that's the fun part. We also have a spirited discussion about the Chinese balloon in this week's Scream into the Abyss. Ya'll won't want to miss out on this one. Everything you need is inside of you. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation. This is going to be a wild ride.
What are we progressing towards? This week the smartest 25-year-old alive Tim Rickert joins us to discuss what it means to be a progressive in today's America. Solutions to a lot of the issues we face are hard to come by, but Tim handles them with a nuance and brevity that we need right now. Everything you need is inside of you. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation. This is going to be a wild ride.
Friend of the show Nate Vath comes on to talk about his experience with mental health and how he has tried to help others with theirs. Everything you need is inside of you. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation. This is going to be a wild ride.
It's our first return guest and one of my favorite people on the podcast this week, Phoenix Ridings. She comes back on the podcast to discuss manifestation and how to create the life that you seek. Everything you need is inside of you. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation. This is going to be a wild ride.
A little late this week, but we should be back on schedule for Wide Awake Wednesday's next week. First podcast of many in 2023. We're all on this mission together and let's go kick the shit out of this life. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Follow me on Tik Tok @ talk_smith. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation. This is going to be a wild ride.
This episode is deeply personal, but it may help others trying to make a large change in their lives. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation and tell your friends!
This one isn't for the math nerds. I have the hottest take of 2022 and I'm ready to share it with y'all. I also bring back everyone's favorite segment, Scream Into the Abyss. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation and tell your friends!
It's Wide Awake Wednesday and this week we have ladies' night on the podcast. I discuss the rise of internet "meninist" culture including Andrew Tate. Something tells me the women are going to love this one. Let me know what you think. Tell your friends! Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation and tell your friends!
Wide Awake Wednesday is BACK. It's the last day of Men's Mental Health Awareness Month and this episode dives into the mental health of one man in particular. I hope y'all like this one. A little look at how I've been doing before we get into the main topic. This week I'm diving into the concept of losing yourself. Are you allowing yourself to exist? Tell your friends! Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation and tell your friends!
Mariel Markl is a woman in the medical field and who better to have on and discuss the destructive and regressive decision that's coming from the Supreme Court overturning Roe v. Wade. Listen to these two best friends give their takes on where the country is going following this decision. Check it out and spread the word. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation and tell your friends!
Today we're introducing my new series on the show "Don't sleep." In these segments we're going to quickly break down a topic that's important not to sleep on. These are going to be shorter likely than my usual episodes, but we're hopeful they are well received. Please let us know what you think about them. Your feedback is very important. On the first episode of the 'Don't Sleep' series Cole breaks down why he doesn't think that average Joe's disagree with each other as much as we disagree how to solve the fundamental problem in our society. Check it out and spread the word. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation and tell your friends!
Wake up Wednesday is BACK! This week's guest on Wide Awake is an old friend of Cole Smithson's parents, Lisa Anderson. Lisa is the director of global omni-channel marketing for AstraZeneca and is also an energy healer. First we go through Lisa's background before she describes her awakening following being laid off for the third time. Lisa describes realizing people are all one love, being positive in the face of adversity and coming to this Earth to "play." Another really fun episode keep looking out for more to come. Check it out and spread the word. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, rate the show 5 stars, join in on the conversation and tell your friends!
Hey y'all I've been working a ton and had to let this podcast be on the back burner for a while. I am excited to announce that I will be returning to this show with all new content and interviews as well as shorter segments really breaking down some issues that everyone should wake up on. Thank you for being patient and I hope you enjoy the comeback. Check it out and spread the word. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, comment, join in on the conversation, and tell your friends!
We’re back! After a 2 month plus hiatus Wide Awake at 3 AM returns with a very special episode for y'all. Artist Adam Maxwell joins me in the basement this week to discuss how our perceptions of ourselves and the world influence our decisions and how we take in information. We start off discussing Adam's latest art installment (3:35). Adam and Cole take a trip down to the abyss to see what's getting under our skin this week and if screaming about it helps (22:50). For our main portion of the show this week Adam and Cole discuss a "numinous experience" and how all living beings are connected by a single shared consciousness (33:45). We also get into how both Adam and Cole’s experiences with the numinous were almost identical without ever talking about it before (1:16:00). Be with us at the great connective point of consciousness! Check it out and spread the word. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, comment, join in on the conversation, and tell your friends!
Wide Awake is back this week with a very different episode for y'all. Mark Kaplan and Walker Bristow from the RNsquared news team in Columbia, South Carolina join me in the basement for the second straight zoom podcast. RNsquared is a comedic news show, so this one is full of laughs. We start off talking about covering the local news in Columbia, SC (3:00) and the dangers of corporate funded mainstream media (11:40). The RNsquared team takes a record long time in the abyss and no one is safe, especially Mark Kaplan's past romantic partners (26:15). For the main bit tonight we mostly discuss the upcoming Presidential election (34:45) and then RNsquared tackles the big issues in this election from a local news point of view (57:30). This one is super funny. Check it out and spread the word. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, comment, join in on the conversation. Please tell your friends!
We're back in the basement this week with another very special guest. Dorell Reynolds, RELLIKISS, comedian and viral video maker from Wilmington, Delaware joins Cole in the basement via zoom this week. This one is all over the place, but is sure to have content for everyone to enjoy. We start off discussing censorship and shadow banning RELLIKISS has experienced on his social media accounts (3:00) before getting into his own personal experience with police brutality (11:10). Then RELLIKISS and Cole take a trip down to the abyss to throw a few corny comedians with clout in (27:15). For the main portion tonight Rell gets into growing up in Section 8 housing in Wilmington right down the street from Cole (31:05) before we switch gears and talk about the upcoming presidential election and current President Donald Trump (59:30). This one is really fun! Check it out and tell your friends. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, comment, join in on the conversation. Please tell your friends!
Wide Awake is back after almost a month hiatus. It's still Wednesday and we're still wide awake with another guest! Danny Aguilera straps on his tin foil hat and joins an old friend in the basement. We discuss being a twitter troll and the latest Chrissy Tiegen twitter scandal (5:35) and getting to vote between two alleged rapists in his first presidential election as an adult (21:00). Then we take a trip to the abyss because Danny can't stand when people ask him to tell them a joke when they find out he’s a comedian (26:20). For the main portion of the show we get into the Social Dilemma, a new Netflix documentary that leaves little to the imagination about the ills of social media (32:55). There's so much to talk about on this one, so please watch the social dilemma on Netflix and listen to this deep dive on the documentary. Please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, comment, join in on the conversation. Please tell your friends!
It's Wednesday and we're wide awake with another distinguished guest! Maya Queenan straps on her tin foil hat and joins an old college friend in the basement. We discuss growing up in South Carolina as black woman (10:05) before Maya throws Candace Owens into the abyss (24:05). For the main bit tonight we get into Maya’s experience as a black woman. Maya speaks on becoming numb to police shooting black people (29:00), being a journalism major and being questioned about “fake news” (45:30) and so, SO, so much more. This one is deep and this one is funny please follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Subscribe, comment, join in on the conversation. Please tell your friends!!!
It's Wednesday and we're wide awake with our first of many distinguished guests. Phoenix Ridings straps on her tin foil hat and joins us in the basement this week to talk art, ethnobotany, and the Great Awakening. We recorded this episode on August 19th the night of the new moon and discuss Phoenix's moon ceremony and Wicca faith (5:10) before discussing eastern spirituality and our beliefs about the universe(15:00). Then Phoenix screams into the abyss (22:15) and Cole wines and dines the DNC (25:35). For the main topic tonight Cole and Phoenix discuss how everyone can be an artist (28:30), the "Great Awakening" (34:30) and Phoenix's time in Belize and ethnobotany (41:15). Sit back and enjoy two old friends talking about the universe and a whole lot of plant facts. Phoenix would like to point out for her friends listening that she knows Jellyfish aren't the LARGEST plankton, but they are one of them lol. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter. Thanks for being up with us so late!
NBA players have led the way for a national sports strike by postponing their playoffs until further notice following another shooting of an unarmed man in Kenosha, Wisconsin. We at the Wide Awake at 3 AM podcast will not rest until every American is given the rights that this country owes them. We are at war with racism, racism, xenophobia and all kind of hate in this country and it is no longer time to sit idly by while the history books are being written. We stand up against oppressors and for the oppressed. This podcast is an ACAB, black lives matter, blue lives don't show and our values will be reflected in the content and guests that we bring to our listeners. If you're not about that sit on a fucking fork you bootlicker. Please subscribe and share with your friends, so they can join in on the conversation. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on twitter.
This is the first full episode for the Wide Awake podcast. Thanks for being up with us so late! Cole's going on a solo mission this week to take on the entire United States political system. This podcast believes an understanding of America is incomplete without knowing that there are two teams in this country: Us vs Them. Cole Smithson intros the show and thanks some listeners before discussing crackheadery at his local Wawa (5:08) before taking a never-ending dive into the abyss (13:15). For the main topic tonight Cole takes a deep dive on the idea of "They," who "They" are, and how they're working tirelessly to take from you (15:15), the Kamala Harris VP nomination (28:40), and the COVID-19 relief bill/corporate bailout (56:10). Please share the show if you like the message and subscribe, comment, DM if you want to get on the show. Follow the show @wideawakeatthree on Instagram and @wideawakeatthr3 on Twitter.
Don't forget your tin foil hat and join me in the basement for some free thought and hot takes. In this one I introduce myself and explain what I'm going to be trying to do with this show. I plan on using this as a platform to discuss anything and everything, so please feel free to hit me up on social media @wideawakeatthree on instagram and @wideawakethr3 on twitter.
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