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Why are so many political activists crashing into severe burnout and depression? Can the deep psychology of Carl Jung provide a radical toolkit for modern survival without retreating from the fight? In this episode of Varnblog, we sit down with ecotherapist and author Rob Faure Walker to deconstruct his groundbreaking book, Radical Jung .We dive into a mind-bending exploration bridging the Marxist radical imagination with Jungian analytical psychology. Rob shares his personal journey through school teacher union organizing, severe activist burnout, and finding spiritual navigation via dream integration and Gnostic texts. Together, we unpack how modern capitalism has become truly nihilistic, why mainstream psychoanalysis often defaults to isolationist individualism, and how right-wing figures like Jordan Peterson have weaponized and essentialized Jungian concepts on hierarchy and gender .Furthermore, we explore the terrifying intersections of state power, counter-extremism governmentality , and how billionaire techno-oligarchs like Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and Mark Zuckerberg project their own "shadow of privilege" onto marginalized groups while building automated survival bunkers and centralizing control .If you are looking for a deeper psychological toolkit to understand the algorithm's control over our unconscious mind , structural political failure , and the path toward true recovery , this deep-dive conversation is for you.✨ Grab Rob Faure Walker's new book, Radical Jung, out now from Revo Press!Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
Join the boys as they snuggle up with Ethan Hawke, Larry Fishburne, and the hot chick from The Sopranos for a snowy siege in this remake of John Carpenter's action classic. Also, John Leguizamo makes a startling reappearance and the boys still haven't gotten over The Pest. Grab a smoke, hunker down, and take aim at this new episode!Assault on Precinct 13 (2005) is directed by Jean Francois Richet and stars Ethan Hawke, Laurence Fishburne, Gabriel Byrne, Maria Bello, and Drea de MatteoMusic: “Fractals” by Kyle Casey and White Bat Audio
This week, it's just Lex and Drea back on the couch, and the conversations go everywhere. The ladies kick things off by breaking down Netflix's The Polygamist, debating revenge, cheating, and whether some people stay in toxic relationships for far too long. They also share hilarious family stories from tour, reflect on getting older, leveling up, and why they're officially entering their "lady" era. Later, Lex and Drea get honest about the best season of their lives so far. From career milestones and financial goals to dating, being single, and seeing years of hard work finally pay off, they talk about embracing growth without losing themselves. They also discuss the rise of "soft life" and luxury dating content online, why women should never stop making their own money, and how social media has distorted expectations around relationships and success. With plenty of laughs, unfiltered opinions, and the kind of conversation that only happens when it's just the two of them, this episode is a reminder that building your own life will always be the greatest flex. Pour up and tune in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As a MaxFunDrive milestone goal, we set the challenge that if we got enough new/upgrading/joining supporters of Maximum Film!, one of those folks would get to pick a movie for us to do an episode on. Well, thanks to supporters like Molly, we hit that goal, and this episode is the result: PHANTOM OF THE PARADISE (one of Molly's faves) is a 1974 rock musical fantasmagoria from early in writer/director Brian DePalma's career. It's box-office flop-turned cult classic. And it is heavily reliant on the dubious cultural power of songwriter and actor Paul Williams. As if this episode needed to be MORE special, we also mark the mid-year by naming some of our favorite films of the year so far. What's Good? Alonso - oh, let's call it "current events" Drea - fixing her own portable AC unit Marissa - Paramount+ (sorry) has a 90s sitcom "live" channel Kevin - reading Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow ITIDICGLAAD Study Shows Drop in LGBTQ Characters in FIlmA Look Back at the Pop Culture of 1974… Staff Picks Drea - Horsegirls Alonso - Ishtar Marissa - Tommy Kevin - River [Ribâ, nagarenaide yo] Kevin at Comic-Con: Malcolm & Friends Panel: Thursday, 12:30pm, Room 6AThe Pitching Hour: Friday, 12pm, Room 32AB Help support this show and unlock bonus content! Become a member at https://maximumfun.org/joinmaxfilm Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher
Drea de Matteo is an Emmy Award-winning actress best known for her breakout role as Adriana La Cerva on The Sopranos, a performance that earned her the 2004 Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series. She has since built an acclaimed television career with major roles on Joey, Sons of Anarchy, Desperate Housewives, and Shades of Blue, while also appearing in numerous feature films. Be sure to check out her podcast, Ultrafree.IN THE NEWS: FanDuel sends a personalized message from Phillies star Bryce Harper to a customer with a gambling addiction. Plus, a flight instructor jumps to his death during a lesson, leaving a student pilot to land the plane on her own.FOR MORE WITH DREA DE MATTEO:PODCAST: ULTRAFREE Out On All PlatformsWEBSITE: ultrafree.coINSTAGRAM: @DreadeMatteoFOR MORE WITH ANDREW HOBSON:YOUTUBE: @andrewfhobsonLIVE SHOWS: July 9 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 10 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 11 - Las Vegas, NV (2 Shows)July 17 - Austin, TX (2 Shows)July 18 - Austin, TX (2 Shows)See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In this episode of VarnVlog, we are joined by Brandon Lightly to discuss the complex and often misunderstood history of Maoism. We dive deep into the theoretical underpinnings of the "mass line" and "new democracy," exploring how these concepts served as an internal critique of Marxism and a departure from Soviet-style bureaucracy.Key Topics Covered:Defining the Mass Line: Is it just populism, or a sophisticated leadership feedback loop?The Historical Origins: From the Hunan Report to the Long March and the second United Front.Theoretical Innovations: Mao's 1961 critique of Joseph Stalin and the rejection of the "Great Man" theory of history.Fragmentation: Why there are so many different Maoist tendencies (MLM, MIM, Third Worldism).Praxis: The rectification movement and the relationship between urban intellectuals and the rural peasantry.Journal ArticlesDirlik, A. (1970). The ideological foundations of the Chinese Revolution. Journal of Contemporary History, 5(3), 39–54.Dittmer, L. (1977). Line struggle: Notes on its organizational context and theoretical development. Modern China, 3(3), 303–312.Fogel, J. A. (1980). Ai Siqi, establishment intellectual by Joshua A. Fogel. Modern China, 6(1), 23–47.Hammond, E. R. (1978). Marxism and the mass line [Doctoral dissertation, University of California, Berkeley]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global.Korolev, A. (2017). De-ideologized mass line, regime responsiveness, and state-society relations. China Review, 17(2), 7–36.Lyman, S. V. (1970). The Chinese Communist Party in the United Front, 1937–1945 [Doctoral dissertation, University of California, Berkeley]. ProQuest Dissertations and Theses Global.Mazur, M. G. (1995). The United Front of the 1940s: A social and cultural perspective. Modern China, 21(4), 431–456.Selden, M. (1971). The Yenan Way in revolutionary China. The China Quarterly, (45), 263–294.Steiner, H. A. (1951). Current mass line tactics in Communist China. The Annals of the American Academy of Political and Social Science, 277(1), 422–436.Teiwes, F. C. (1978). The origins of rectification: Inner-party purgation in the 1930s. The China Quarterly, (74), 181–201.Tokuda, N. (1971). The mass line during the Yenan period. The China Quarterly, (47), 1–18.Townsend, J. R. (1967). Political participation in Communist China. University of California Press.Womack, B. (1980). The phase of de-Maoization in China. China Report, 16(1), 7–21.Womack, B. (1991). Mao Zedong and the sinification of Marxism. The China Quarterly, (126), 1–15.Young, G. (1980). On New Democracy and the transition to socialism. Modern China, 6(1), 3–22.Books & Primary SourcesCoble, P. M. (2023). The collapse of Nationalist China: How Chiang Kai-shek lost China's civil war. Cambridge University Press.Elbaum, M. (2018). Revolution in the air: Sixties radicals turn to Lenin, Mao and Che. Verso Books.Hirata, K. (2024). Making Mao's steelworks: Industrial Manchuria and the transnational origins of Chinese socialism. Cambridge University Press.Karl, R. E. (2010). Mao Zedong and China in the twentieth-century world: A concise history. Duke University Press.Li, H. (2024). Fighting on the cultural front: U.S.-China relations in the Cold War. Columbia University Press.Lin, C. (2019). Mass line. In C. Sorace, I. Franceschini, & N. Loubere (Eds.), Afterlives of Chinese Communism: Political concepts from Mao to Xi (p. 122). ANU Press.Lovell, J. (2019). Maoism: A global history. Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group.Lowe, D. M. (1966). The function of "China" in Marx, Lenin, and Mao. University of California Press.Mao, Z. (1940). On New Democracy. Marxists Internet Archive.Mao, Z. (1977). A critique of Soviet economics. Monthly Review Press.Moufawad-Paul, J. (2016). Continuity and rupture: Philosophy in the Maoist terrain. Zero Books.Schram, S. R. (Ed.). (2005). Mao's road to power: Revolutionary writings 1912–1949: Vol. VII. New Democracy, 1939–1941. M.E. Sharpe.Zheng, Q. (Ed.). (2020). An ideological history of the Communist Party of China (Vol. 2) (L. Sun & S. Bryant, Trans.). Royal Collins Publishing Group.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
The Dodgers head into the All-Star break with the best record in Major League Baseball, but after dropping five of their last seven games—including a sweep by the Diamondbacks—should fans be concerned? On this episode of the Bleed Los Podcast, Drea and Anthony recap All-Star Week in Philadelphia, discuss Shohei Ohtani's knee procedure and what it means for the second half, break down the Dodgers' recent defensive struggles, and debate whether "load management" has become the defining theme of the season. They also cover: • Dodgers finish the first half at 61-36 • All-Star Week and the Futures Game • Bo Lowrance becomes the Dodgers' first-round draft pick • Dave Roberts manages the National League All-Stars • Justin Wrobleski's surprise All-Star selection • Yoshinobu Yamamoto's outstanding first half • The Diamondbacks series and defensive mistakes • Shohei Ohtani's pitching timeline after his knee procedure • Injury updates on Blake Snell, Tyler Glasnow, Will Smith, Kiké Hernández and Edwin Díaz • Trade deadline wish list • Joe Kelly joining the Corona High School coaching staff • Yankees series preview and second-half predictions Can the Dodgers quickly reset and make another run toward the World Series? Drea and Anthony break it all down before the second half begins. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
#355: Luck isn't something that happens to you. It's something you build piece by piece, and today's guests have done just that.I'm joined by Lex P and Drea Nicole, serial entrepreneurs, media personalities, and co-hosts of Pour Minds. We get into the $86 check that told them they were onto something, how they balance business and friendship, the beliefs at the root of the luck they've created, and why they both believe you can't get lucky until you learn how to clap for other people first.I think you're going to walk away thinking about the word "lucky" in a completely new way, which feels like exactly the point of this whole show.Press play if you're...Convinced everyone else's glow up came out of nowhere (it didn't, keep listening)Currently waiting for your moment instead of building toward itStill thinking about that one friend who got quiet on you the second things got goodNosy about the actual numbers behind turning a podcast into a real businessGrab your notes app for…The real difference between getting lucky and being ready when opportunity shows upHow Pour Minds turned an $86 ad check into a fully self-funded, sold out tourThe friendship red flags Lex and Drea learned to spot the hard way, and the green flags to look for insteadWhy clapping for other people's wins is directly tied to unlocking your ownEpisode Links:Get your tickets to the Still Sippin' Tour: https://www.pourminds.com/Subscribe to Pour Minds on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DreaAndLexFollow Pour Minds on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pour_minds/Follow Drea on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreanicoleee/Follow Lex on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lex_p_/Sponsors:Nutrafol: For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping when you visit https://www.nutrafol.com and enter promo code BALANCEDLES.Monarch Money: Monarch is the personal finance app that tracks everything — accounts, investments, savings goals, and spending. Get your first year of Monarch Core for half off at https://www.monarch.com using promo code LUCKY.Cotton: Cotton is The Fabric of Our Lives. Learn more at https://www.TheFabricofOurLives.comLarineco: Larineco is a chewing gum that strengthens and repairs enamel with every chew, using the same mineral your teeth are made of. Get up to 50% off your order at https://www.buylarine.com/luckyButcherBox: Go to https://www.butcherbox.com/lucky to get $20 off your first box, plus your choice of free ground beef for life, or free chicken thighs or top sirloins in every box for a year, with free shipping always.Connect with Les:Ready to apply what you hear? Subscribe to the She's So Lucky Newsletter to get weekly episode guides and journal prompts: https://shessolucky.kit.com/newsletterSubscribe to The Lucky Playbook on Substack: https://lesalfred.substack.com/Follow Les on IG @lesalfredFollow She's So Lucky on IG @shessoluckypodFollow Les on TikTok @theluckylesFollow She's So Lucky on TikTokVisit our website at shessoluckypodcast.comThis episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
While the atrocities in Palestine and Gaza have been live-streamed by courageous on-the-ground journalists, American legacy media have operated in an entirely different reality. Dr. Andersen details how establishment journalism has actively abandoned baseline standards of accuracy and fairness to echo fabricated atrocity propaganda and shield the state of Israel from accountability.In this interview, we break down the explicit mechanics of this media complicity:The New York Times Bureau Bias: How the "paper of record" has historically staffed its Jerusalem bureau with known Zionists and activists whose families actively serve in the IDF. We discuss the biostructural compromise of the bureau physically operating out of a home stolen from a Palestinian family during the Nakba.Leaked Style Guides & Directives: A look into the newsroom directives leaked to The Intercept that formally banned journalists from using core factual terms like "occupied territories," "refugee camps," "massacre," or "genocide".Weaponized Passive Voice: How headlines use phrases like "aid-related deaths" or "explosions" to describe situations where Israeli soldiers actively shot starving civilians or bombed densely populated neighborhoods like Jabalia.Billionaire Capture & Digital Suppression: The chilling effects of doxxing groups like the Canary Mission on university campuses, and the corporate takeover of networks like CBS by tech moguls implementing top-down Zionist editorial overrides.Dr. Robin Andersen's book, The Complicit Lens, features an introduction by Rashid Khalidi and is available now directly from OR Books.Like, subscribe, drop a comment, and protect your peace. To support independent, commercial-free media analysis, join our community on Patreon at patreon.com/varnvlog.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
Twilight Session Episode 242 11/07/2026 Soulful and Sexy!Playing the best in Neo under played soul and independent soul. Featured artists include Leela James, Jane Handcock, Isaiah Falls, Gwen Bunn, Baby Rose, Sebastian Mikael plus many many more. Catch me every Saturday between 9pm-11pm for great beats with great vibes on dejavufm.com. Facebook Drea Positive LadyTwitter @Positive lady DreInstagram Dreahpositivelady#neosoul #nusoul #rnb #soul #radioshow #podcast #dejavufm #lovemusic #positive #radio #dj #female
This week, Lex and Drea are back with another hilarious solo episode straight from LA. From debating whether Caesar from Planet of the Apes was fine to asking if animals have celebrities in their own communities, the conversation goes completely off the rails—in the best way. The ladies catch up on life on tour, adjusting to nonstop travel, moving plans, weight gain, and why they're both ready to get back into their routines. They also share stories from their time in Los Angeles, talk about celebrity encounters, true crime obsessions, and why Lex is convinced she could solve a murder. Later, they introduce a new segment breaking down iconic song lyrics, debating everything from 50 Cent's relationship questions to the real meaning behind Next's "Too Close." As always, the laughs are nonstop, the stories are unfiltered, and the conversations somehow end up everywhere except where they started. Pour up and tune in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this special episode, we are doing something a little different by introducing an urgent, concrete internationalist political project. We are joined by two representatives affiliated with RAIZ International.To protect the sensitive nature of their organizing on the ground, we have tailored this conversation to focus on their overarching strategic goals and material outlook without endangering any ongoing local initiatives.RAIZ International rejects the dominant trend of contemporary Western "solidarity," which often reduces internationalism to hollow press releases, moralistic posturing, or aesthetic digital templates. Instead, RAIZ operates on a model of concrete internationalism—rooting its efforts in the actual relations of production, global displacement patterns, and working-class organization.We discuss the material realities of their focus areas:The Colombian Context: Navigating the complex aftermath of displacement, land conflicts, and regional state violence, and tracing how those struggles connect directly back to Western imperialism and transnational resource extraction.The Migrant Labor Pipeline: How global capital forces displacement from the Global South into the centers of Europe, turning vulnerable migrants into hyper-exploited labor pools.Building Independent Working-Class Power: How RAIZ coordinates across borders to offer material support, link regional organizing struggles, and establish durable counter-institutions that empower workers directly rather than funneling them into state-vetted NGOs.If you are listening from Europe and hear about RAIZ initiatives or their upcoming speaking tour through local newsletters or radical community spaces, we highly encourage you to attend an event, stop by, and get involved. This is how we begin building a concrete, internationalist future with a real revolutionary outlook.Project Links & FundraisingOfficial Website: https://www.raizinternational.org/Fundraising Tour Support: https://chuffed.org/project/gira-venceremosSupport our analysis on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/varnvlogSend us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
Why are public school budgets skyrocketing while student proficiency scores tank? How do districts artificially inflate graduation rates while leaving children entirely illiterate? In this episode of Varnblog, we sit down with Emmy award-winning investigative journalist Chris Papst to uncover the disturbing reality exposed in his new book, Failure Factory.For nearly a decade, Chris Papst and his team at Project Baltimore have investigated the deep-seated corruption, administration failures, and academic integrity issues within the Baltimore public school system. In this eye-opening conversation, Chris breaks down why Baltimore encapsulates a playbook used by major urban school districts across the United States to prioritize funding over educational outcomes.We pull back the curtain on shocking grade-changing scandals, the erasure of standardized testing, and the systematic hiding of school violence data to avoid "persistently dangerous" labels. Chris also explains the toxic structural mechanics that are driving real educators out of the profession, revealing that the nationwide teacher shortage is a direct symptom of unmanageable classroom conditions and a total lack of administrative discipline enforcement.If you are a parent, taxpayer, or educator looking to understand how the bureaucratic state manipulates public education, this breakdown of the "50% rule" and institutional data juking is essential listening.✨ Order Chris Papst's book, Failure Factory: How Baltimore City Public Schools Deprive Taxpayers and Students of a Future, available now!Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
This week, Lex and Drea are joined by Atlanta's own breakout star YK Niece for an unfiltered conversation about overnight success, friendship, money, and staying true to yourself. From revealing how "Wham" became the very first song she ever recorded to opening up about losing jobs before music changed her life, YK Niece shares the mindset that's helped her navigate fame without losing herself. The ladies also get into the viral fallout behind her former friendship, why she refuses to let betrayal change the way she loves people, and the real story behind that headline-making festival moment that had everyone convinced a reunion was happening. Plus, they talk about friendships in business, keeping your word, building wealth instead of chasing designer labels, investing for the future, and why personality can be just as powerful as talent. It's a hilarious, honest conversation full of Atlanta energy, plenty of laughs, and a few exclusive stories you haven't heard anywhere else. Pour up and tune in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This podcast and YouTube episode features an in-depth conversation with Anthony David Vernon, a philosopher and educator, exploring the intersection of disability studies, left-wing politics, and the systemic failures of accessibility in a post-pandemic world. The discussion challenges the "normative" framework of society, examining how both civic institutions and political movements often fail to truly incorporate the voices and needs of the disabled community.Key Discussion HighlightsThe ADA and the "Checkmark" Problem: Vernon argues that because the ADA is enforced primarily through personal lawsuits and remains largely unfunded, it often results in "checkmark" compliance rather than true accessibility.The Post-Pandemic Erasure: The conversation explores how the rush to move past COVID-19 safety measures has prioritized "normative desires" over the accessibility needs of high-risk and disabled individuals.Multimodality as Justice: Implementing "ready-made" scaffolding and multiple points of entry into education and digital spaces benefits all learners, not just those with a formal diagnosis. Referenced Works (APA Format)Albers, B. (2022). Able-bodied leftists cannot abandon disabled solidarity to move on from COVID. Truthout. https://truthout.org/articles/abled-bodied-leftists-cannot-abandon-disabled-solidarity-to-move-on-from-covid/Data for Progress. (2023, October 3). Disabled voters do not believe politicians care about disabled Americans. https://www.dataforprogress.org/blog/2023/10/3/disabled-voters-do-not-believe-politicians-care-about-disabled-americansHryhorec, S. (2025, October 26). LET ME IN: Mark Butler's office isn't accessible [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DEfbZzCspDkIacoboni, G. (2023). Why politics is failing disabled people and what to do about it. Independent Social Research Foundation (ISRF). https://isrf.org/blog/why-politics-is-failing-disabled-people-and-what-to-do-about-itRotarou, E. S., & Sakellariou, D. (2024). Neoliberalism and disability: The systemic erasure of access. Social Science & Medicine. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0277953623007189University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. (n.d.). Disability studies and political theory: A framework for inclusion. https://scholarspace.manoa.hawaii.edu/server/api/core/bitstreams/425af050-0220-49dc-b28d-f86d976dcf02/contentVarn, C. D. (2023, October). Multimodal availability for those with learning disabilities. PeerCentered. https://www.peercentered.org/2023/10/multimodal-availability-for-those-with.htmlVernon, A. D. (2023, December). Silence: Non-verbal communication in philosophy. Activated Thinker. https://medium.com/activated-thinker/silence-non-verbal-communication-in-philosophy-d5d148ba8a1dWillies, E. (2025, June 16). Anthony David Vernon advocates for social democracy as a tool of rebellion against fascism [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rs7l6jNGDzwSend us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
In this episode of Varn Vlog, we sit down with Sam Badger to explore the moral philosophy hidden within Marxian theory. While Karl Marx is famously derisive of "moralism," this discussion unpacks how his work actually outlines a robust "Ethics of Human Flourishing"—a vision of human liberation rooted in the realization of our creative and social potential beyond the constraints of capital.We delve into Sam's latest research, comparing Marx's views on character development and well-being with Aristotelian ethics, while highlighting how Marx's focus on labor and class status creates a unique framework for modern social movements.Key Topics Covered:The Ethics of Character: How Marx defines the "good life" through the lens of historical context and labor.Alienation and Well-being: The impact of capitalist structures on individual development and freedom.Beyond Aristotle: Why Marx's version of flourishing is inclusive of the working class, unlike classical elite-focused ethics.Modern Social Movements: Using Marx's ethical framework to address today's economic and social inequalities.Referenced Work:Book Citation: Badger, Sam. Karl Marx's Ethics of Human Flourishing. 1st ed. New York: Bloomsbury Academic, 2026. (ISBN: 9798216251026).Connect With the Guest:Sam Badger's Substack: sambadger.substack.comSend us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
Twilight Session Episode 241 27/06/2026 A Soulful and Sexy Freestyle!Playing the best in Neo under played soul and independent soul. Featured artists include Jayd Ink, Marie Dolstrom, Leela James, Tiana Major, Emmavie plus many many more. Catch me every Saturday between 9pm-11pm for great beats with great vibes on dejavufm.com. Facebook Drea Positive LadyTwitter @Positive lady DreInstagram Dreahpositivelady#neosoul #nusoul #rnb #soul #radioshow #podcast #dejavufm #lovemusic #positive #radio #dj #female
This week, Lex and Drea are back for a solo episode full of laughs, hot takes, and the kind of conversations only they can have. From witnessing fake flexing at the strip club to debating fake jewelry, designer dupes, and why so many people are obsessed with looking rich, the ladies unpack the pressure of keeping up appearances in today's culture. They also share hilarious stories from the Still Sippin Tour, discuss hygiene horror stories, beauty standards, and whether society really treats attractive people differently. Along the way, they get into authenticity, confidence, and why having money and looking like you have money aren't always the same thing. With plenty of random tangents, unfiltered opinions, and nonstop laughs, this episode is a reminder that being yourself will always outshine pretending to be somebody else. Pour up and tune in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, Lex and Drea are joined by the hilarious, unfiltered, and always authentic That Chick Angel. From turning a freestyle into a viral hit with One Margarita to building a successful career across comedy, acting, podcasting, and content creation, Angel shares how betting on herself changed everything. The ladies get into balancing motherhood and ambition, working with their husbands, building businesses online, and why women shouldn't have to dim their personalities to be considered desirable. They also discuss natural hair, beauty standards, authenticity in the social media era, and the freedom that comes with showing up exactly as you are. With plenty of laughs, real talk, and a few margarita-fueled moments, this episode is a reminder that confidence, success, and joy look different for everybody—and that's exactly the point. Pour up and tune in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Dodgers wrapped up a series sweep of the Rays and continue to hold the best record in baseball despite dealing with injuries throughout the roster. Drea and Anthony break down Shohei Ohtani's return to the lineup and his latest start on the mound, Yoshinobu Yamamoto's near no-hitter against the White Sox, Justin Wrobleski's continued emergence, and signs that Mookie Betts may finally be finding his swing. They also discuss Tommy Edman's return, injury updates on Will Smith, Teoscar Hernández, Blake Snell and Edwin Díaz, plus whether the Dodgers should be looking to make a major move ahead of the trade deadline. Topics include: • Dodgers sweep the Rays • Shohei Ohtani's return and pitching updates • Yoshinobu Yamamoto's dominant stretch • Justin Wrobleski's growing role in the rotation • Mookie Betts showing signs of a breakout • Tommy Edman returns to the roster • Will Smith injury concerns • Teoscar Hernández and Blake Snell updates • Dodgers trade deadline discussion • Biggest takeaways from the past week Subscribe to DodgersBeat and the Bleed Los Podcast Network for daily Dodgers coverage, interviews, analysis, and breaking news from credentialed coverage at Dodger Stadium and around Major League Baseball. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
What did "materialism" actually mean to the ancients, and how does it differ from our modern scientific understanding? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Max Wade (Ph.D., Boston College) to bridge the gap between ancient Greek ontology and modern philosophical debates.We dive deep into the "weirdness" of ancient thought, exploring why the Stoics believed in physical gods and why the Epicureans were the only true ancient materialists. Dr. Wade challenges the secularized modern reading of Socrates and Plato, revealing how their theories of divine design were actually a reactionary response to pre-Socratic natural philosophy.In this episode, we discuss:The Miriology of Being: Why the relationship between parts and wholes is the key to unlocking ancient ontology.Active vs. Passive Matter: The crucial distinction that separates Platonists, Aristotelians, and Stoics from the Epicureans.The "Swerve": Why materialism and determinism were considered incompatible in the ancient world.Plato's Atlantis & Egyptian Wisdom: Why reading Plato literally misses his point about the soul's forgetfulness and eternal truth.Marxism & Hegel: How modern materialism is often a misreading of ancient concepts through a German Idealist lens.About Our Guest: Dr. Max Wade is a scholar of ancient philosophy whose dissertation focused on Plotinus' Ontology of Artifacts. Follow his work at maxway.substack.com.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
Fresh off the first stops of the Still Sippin Tour, Lex and Drea are back with stories to tell. From sold-out shows and tour shenanigans to seeing people on the internet make up whole storylines from a 30-second clip, the girls are clearing a few things up. They get into what it's really like building a business with your friend, why people swear women can't be happy for each other, and how exhausting it is being constantly compared. Lex and Drea keep it real about jealousy, loyalty, celebrating each other's wins, and why they've stopped feeling the need to explain themselves to people committed to misunderstanding them. Of course, it's plenty of laughs, a little mess, and a lot of truth. So pour up and tap in as the ladies talk friendship, success, protecting your peace, and why real life will always hit harder than the comments section.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Movie of the Year: 2006Slither The Slither Podcast Brings Body Horror to the 2006 BracketThe Slither podcast episode unleashes the first true horror movie on our Movie of the Year 2006 bracket. After opening the season with Tristram Shandy: A Cock and Bull Story, the Taste Buds trade metafiction for meteorites. Consequently, things get slimy fast. Ryan, Mike, and Greg welcome producer and festival programmer Drea Clark to dig into James Gunn's gleefully gross directorial debut. Together, the panel asks whether a movie full of alien slugs deserves a deep run in the bracket. Above all, they ask whether Slither has more on its mind than exploding deer and tentacled husbands.About the FilmSlither is a 2006 science fiction horror comedy written and directed by James Gunn. A meteorite crashes outside the small town of Wheelsy, South Carolina, carrying an alien parasite. The parasite infects wealthy local Grant Grant, played with squirming brilliance by Michael Rooker. Soon, Grant transforms into a tentacled monster, and slug-like creatures spread through the town. Meanwhile, police chief Bill Pardy (Nathan Fillion) and Grant's wife Starla (Elizabeth Banks) try to stop the invasion.Universal released the film on March 31, 2006. Notably, it flopped at the box office, grossing under $13 million against a $15 million budget. However, critics largely embraced it. Roger Ebert praised its Troma-loving spirit in his RogerEbert.com review, and the film became a cult favorite on home video. In addition, it launched the directing career that eventually gave us Guardians of the Galaxy and the new DC Universe.Guest Panelist: Drea ClarkThis week the Taste Buds welcome Drea Clark, a true film industry polymath. Drea co-hosts Maximum Film! on the Maximum Fun network, the long-running movie podcast she shares with film critic Alonso Duralde. Furthermore, her credentials behind the scenes run deep. She has served on the Sundance Film Festival programming team, led narrative feature programming at Slamdance for over a decade, spent ten years with the LA Film Festival, and curated Geena Davis's Bentonville Film Festival. As a producer, her features include The Last Time You Had Fun, Lake Los Angeles, and No Light and No Land Anywhere, the latter executive produced by Miranda July. In short, few guests are better equipped to judge a scrappy genre debut from a first time director.James Gunn as a First-Time FilmmakerBefore Slither, James Gunn was a writer with a strange resume. He cut his teeth at Troma on Tromeo and Juliet, then wrote the live action Scooby-Doo movies and the 2004 Dawn of the Dead remake. Consequently, Slither arrived as his first chance to direct his own material. The panel debates what the film reveals about Gunn as a filmmaker. Specifically, they trace the DNA that later shows up in Guardians of the Galaxy, The Suicide Squad, and Superman. The needle drops, the found family of misfits, and the sincere heart under the gross-out gags all start here. Moreover, Drea brings a programmer's eye to the question of how debut features signal a career to come.Sex and Violence on the Slither 2006 PodcastSlither earns its R rating with enthusiasm. The Taste Buds tackle how the film weaponizes both sex and violence, often in the same scene. Grant's infection plays like a grotesque infidelity story, and the alien's reproductive plans push body horror into genuinely uncomfortable territory. However, the violence stays cartoonish enough to keep the comedy alive. The panel asks where Gunn draws that line, and whether the bathtub scene, the barn scene, and that infamous bursting body still shock today. Ultimately, the conversation lands on a bigger question. Does the film use its excess for a purpose, or is the excess the point?Is Slither an Allegory?Every great monster movie smuggles in a meaning, or so the theory goes. Therefore, the panel puts Slither on the couch. Is the film an allegory for toxic marriage, with Grant's transformation literalizing a controlling husband? Is it about small town conformity, as a hive mind absorbs an entire community? By contrast, maybe Gunn simply loves slugs and explosions, and the search for subtext misses the joke. Drea, Ryan, Mike, and Greg each stake out a position. Nevertheless, the debate keeps circling back to Starla, whose arc gives the film its surprising emotional weight.TriviaNo Movie of the Year episode is complete without Trivia. This week's round digs into Slither's production and its B-movie family tree. Expect questions about the practical effects, the casting, and the film's connections to Troma legend Lloyd Kaufman, who cameos in the movie. Additionally, the segment tests whether the panel can untangle Slither from the movies it lovingly rips off, including Night of the Creeps and Shivers. Play along and see if you can outscore the Taste Buds.Dream Blunt RotationNew season, new games. In Dream Blunt Rotation, the panel assembles the ultimate smoke circle from the world of Slither. Which characters make the cut, and which get left outside the garage? Mayor Jack MacReady seems like a chaotic invite, while Bill Pardy might be the chillest hang in Wheelsy. Meanwhile, the conversation drifts toward the cast and crew themselves. Listen to find out who earns a spot in the rotation and whose vibes get vetoed.Awards and RecommendationsThe episode closes with Awards and Recommendations, the segment where the Taste Buds hand out honors to the film's cast, crew, and creatures. Nominees this week range from Michael Rooker's fearless physical performance to the effects team behind the slugs. As a result, expect passionate cases and at least one baffling pick. The winners stay a surprise, so you will have to listen for the results. Afterward, the panel shares recommendations for what to watch next if Slither leaves you hungry for more horror comedy.Why Slither Still MattersTwenty years later, Slither looks like a turning point hiding in plain sight. It kept practical creature effects alive at a moment when Hollywood was abandoning them. Furthermore, it proved that horror comedy could carry real emotion, a balance Gunn has chased ever since. The film's box office failure also tells a story about 2006 itself, a year when audiences ignored a future superstar director. In practice, the Slither podcast episode asks the question this whole season exists to answer. Does cult status and influence make a movie a contender for the best film of 2006? Listen and judge for yourself.Related Episodes from Movie of the Year: 2006Movie of the Year: 2006 — Intro, Part 1Movies of 2006: The Bracket RevealTristram Shandy: A Cock and Bull StoryAll Movie of the Year episodesFAQ: Slither Podcast and FilmWhat is this episode of the Slither podcast about?Ryan, Mike, and Greg debate whether James Gunn's Slither deserves to advance in the Movie of the Year 2006 bracket. Guest panelist Drea Clark joins to discuss Gunn's debut, the film's sex and violence, and its possible allegories.What is Slither (2006) about?An alien parasite crash-lands near the small town of Wheelsy, South Carolina, and infects a wealthy local named Grant Grant. He mutates into a tentacled monster while slug-like creatures take over the town. A police chief and Grant's wife fight to stop the invasion.Who directed Slither?James Gunn wrote and directed Slither as his feature directorial debut. He later directed the Guardians of the Galaxy trilogy and now co-runs DC Studios.Who stars in Slither?The cast includes Nathan Fillion, Elizabeth Banks, Michael Rooker, Gregg Henry, and Tania Saulnier, with a small role for Jenna Fischer. Full credits are on IMDb.More Questions from the Slither 2006 PodcastWas Slither a box office success?No. The film grossed under $13 million against a $15 million budget. However, strong reviews and home video sales turned it into a cult classic.Is Slither a remake?No, but it wears its influences proudly. Gunn openly drew on Night of the Creeps, Shivers, The Blob, and the Troma catalog, where he started his career.Who is the guest on this episode?Drea Clark, producer, festival programmer, and co-host of the Maximum Film! podcast on Maximum Fun.Why does Slither still matter?It launched James Gunn's directing career, championed practical effects, and perfected the horror comedy tone that countless films have imitated since. The Slither podcast episode makes the full case.
The working class is everywhere now. So why does it keep slipping out of view the moment we try to talk about power, strategy, and organization? We sit down with Marco from the Angry Workers Collective to dig into a question that quietly haunts modern labor politics: wage work has been universalized across the globe, yet movements get described with vague labels instead of clear class segments and material interests. We work through two tools that sharpen the picture: uneven and combined development and class composition. That means looking at how global capitalism links regions through credit, supply chains, migration, and war, while also tracking how cooperation, technology, and workplace discipline produce different working class experiences. From warehouses to factories to schools and hospitals, the episode pushes beyond nostalgia for 20th century union templates and asks what kinds of “advanced points” can actually radiate outward today, and how political bridges get built across fragmented sectors. The conversation gets especially concrete in the health sector. We talk about workplace political committees, the Vital Science project, and why hospitals are not just “care work” but complex social production tied to pharma, equipment, data, and community life. From there we connect anti-war sentiment to material questions of worker control, planning, and who decides what our labor is used for as militarization creeps into civilian institutions. If you care about working class strategy, global supply chains, migrant labor, and what “revolution” could practically mean in the 21st century, this is for you. Subscribe for more, share this with a coworker, and leave a review with the workplace question you want answered next.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
This week on Pour Minds, Lex and Drea sit down with comedian, actress, radio personality, author, wife, and mother Jess Hilarious for an honest conversation about relationships, co-parenting, marriage, success, and personal growth. Jess opens up about the inspiration behind her new book, Till Death Do We Parent, sharing the real-life journey that took her from a toxic relationship with her son's father to building a healthy co-parenting partnership rooted in respect and accountability. She discusses the boundaries that helped protect her marriage, lessons learned from past relationships, and why so many people struggle to let go of unhealthy dynamics. The ladies also dive into comedy culture, cancel culture, social media relationships, dating in your 30s, and whether successful women should share their platforms with their partners. With plenty of laughs, personal stories, and unfiltered opinions, this episode is packed with gems about love, healing, parenting, and knowing when to choose peace over pride. Grab a drink and tune in—because this conversation is one every grown woman (and man) needs to hear. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Is American democracy broken, or is it just rigged? In this episode of VarmBlog, we sit down with Travis Misurell, founder of the Think: The Future is Now Coalition (Fink), to discuss a radical new framework for political engagement: moving beyond the traditional left-vs-right binary to an "Up vs. Down" perspective.We dive deep into the Digital Politics Hub (DP Hub), a materialist infrastructure project designed to bypass party gatekeepers and empower the common voter. Misurell explains how current systems manipulate our choices before we even reach the ballot and shares his vision for a citizen-owned democracy powered by transparent, digital infrastructure.Inside This Episode:The Up-Serving vs. Down-Serving Conflict: Why most politicians serve big donors and "power-boosters" rather than the grassroots.The Civic Tag Revolution: How candidates can define themselves in their own words—focusing on advocacy and identity rather than rigid party platforms.The Failure of Civic Tech: Why previous platforms failed (and why a "people-first" movement is the only way forward).AI & Open-Ended Data: How Fink uses AI to aggregate thousands of citizen priorities without the framing biases of traditional polling.The Nevada Pilot: Why Nevada was chosen as the testing ground for this new model of election reform.Digital Democracy Phase 2: A look at the future "toolbox" of citizen-owned technology, from tracking insider trading to creating a national "democracy score" for every candidate.Connect with the Movement:Ready to reclaim your vote? Join the coalition and help build a level playing field for every candidate.Visit the Hub: hub.futureis.orgTake Action: Add your name and share your community's top priorities to help drive the data that candidates need to see.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer
The Dodgers continue to roll, winning another series and getting dominant performances from a pitching staff that may be turning into the biggest strength of the team. Drea and Anthony break down the Rockies sweep, including strong starts from Emmet Sheehan, Eric Lauer and Shohei Ohtani, plus signs that Mookie Betts is beginning to look like himself again. The conversation then shifts to a huge series against the Phillies, highlighted by Justin Wrobleski's dominant outing against Zack Wheeler, Ryan Ward's first MLB home run, another encouraging start from Roki Sasaki, and Yoshinobu Yamamoto's 10-strikeout performance. They also discuss: Shohei Ohtani's frustration despite another dominant outing Mookie Betts' recent surge at the plate Emmet Sheehan's continued development Eric Lauer's impressive Dodgers debut Ryan Ward's emotional first MLB homer The bullpen collapse against Philadelphia Roki Sasaki's growing confidence Yoshinobu Yamamoto's ace-level performance Whether the Dodgers rotation is reaching another level Plus, a look ahead to the upcoming Diamondbacks series and what this recent stretch says about the Dodgers heading into the next phase of the season. ️ Hosted by Drea and Anthony on the Bleed Los Podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The girls are back with another can’t-miss episode of Pour Minds, and this week they’re sitting down with R&B heartthrob 6lack to talk music and all the things the girls LOVE to debate. From his new album “Love Is The New Gangsta” to keeping real R&B alive, the vibes are smooth, funny, and a little messy in the best way possible. But baby… the real gag is finding out that 6lack does NOT eat white foods, so of course Lex and Drea had to ask the real question: could you date somebody with eating habits that give you the ick? The conversation gets even juicier when the crew talks about the signature scents coming out the strip club, whether working with your friends is a blessing or a disaster waiting to happen, and why women can be so shy about initiating sex. Should women start making the first move more, or are we standing beside our femininity? The girls get ALL the way into it. This episode feels like late-night girl talk with your funniest friends, full of laughs, opinions, and moments that will have you talking back to the screen. Trust, you do NOT want to miss this one. And don’t forget, the Pour Minds “Still Sippin” Tour is outside! The girls are coming to a city near you, so grab your tickets now at pourminds.com Go to https://www.ro.co/POURMINDS to see if your insurance covers GLP-1s—for free. Salt.xo offers pH-balanced feminine care that works with your body—not against it—helping you stay fresh, balanced, and confident from the inside out. Visit https://www.saltxo.com and use promo code XOPOURMINDS for 15% off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Big Tech censorship never really stopped. Emmy-winning “The Sopranos” star Drea de Matteo and investigative journalist Sarah Westall are fighting back. Westall has filed a landmark federal lawsuit against Google, YouTube, and the U.S. government, alleging a coordinated government-tech campaign to suppress her speech – the first in American legal history to preemptively challenge the structural bias of the 9th Circuit in Big Tech cases. Westall breaks down how Google allegedly monetized fake, defamatory impersonator channels designed to destroy her professional reputation. Drea de Matteo discusses her UltraFree podcast and clothing line dedicated to free speech, speaks about her personal Hamptons meeting with John F. Kennedy Jr., and asks why the FBI can tally exactly how many cars are stolen every year… but not how many children were trafficked – something that “should bother everyone.” Drea de Matteo is an Emmy Award-winning actress known for her role on The Sopranos. She hosts the ULTRAFREE Podcast and launched ULTRAFREE, a clothing line dedicated to free speech and free thinking. Follow at https://x.com/dreadematteo Sarah Westall is an investigative journalist, business executive, systems engineer, and former university instructor. She hosts The Sarah Westall Show, a leading independent media platform reaching over 2.5 million monthly views across Rumble, Apple Podcasts, Substack, and other platforms. Follow at https://x.com/sarah_westall 「 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS 」 • VANMAN - Go to https://vanman.shop/drew and use code DREW for 15% off your first order • FATTY15 – The future of essential fatty acids is here! Strengthen your cells against age-related breakdown with Fatty15. Get 15% off a 90-day Starter Kit Subscription at https://drdrew.com/fatty15 • PALEOVALLEY - "Paleovalley has a wide variety of extraordinary products that are both healthful and delicious,” says Dr. Drew. "I am a huge fan of this brand and know you'll love it too!” Get 15% off your first order at https://drdrew.com/paleovalley • THE WELLNESS COMPANY - Counteract harmful spike proteins with TWC's Signature Series Spike Support Formula containing nattokinase and selenium. Learn more about TWC's supplements at https://twc.health/drew 「 ABOUT THE SHOW 」 This show is for entertainment and/or informational purposes only, and is not a substitute for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Executive Producers • Kaleb Nation - https://kalebnation.com • Susan Pinsky - https://x.com/firstladyoflove Content Producer • Emily Barsh - https://x.com/emilytvproducer Hosted By • Dr. Drew Pinsky - https://x.com/drdrew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Drea and Anthony break down one of the Dodgers' best stretches of the season after a massive road trip through Anaheim, San Diego, and Milwaukee. The guys discuss the Dodgers bullpen becoming one of the hottest units in baseball, Shohei Ohtani getting locked in again at the plate and on the mound, Yoshinobu Yamamoto continuing to dominate, and why Andy Pages is starting to look like a real difference-maker. They also dive into: The emotional Padres series Freddie Freeman's swing adjustment Kiké Hernández returning Max Muncy's injury scare Chris Taylor officially retiring Why this Dodgers team suddenly feels deeper and more dangerous again Plus, the crew talks about whether the Dodgers are finally starting to play championship-level baseball consistently heading into June. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Toss a coin to your….podcast hosts? Tony, Jake, and the guest of time and space Drea talk about Yen, silver swords, and open world RPG greatness in The Witcher 3: Wild Hunt. We also talk about Peglin, PokéRogue, and Project Gorgon Got a game suggestion or want to join our Minecraft server? Reach out to us via Email or Twitch! Email: heyilikethatgame@gmail.comTwitch: twitch.tv/heyilikethatgameHeyilikethatgame.rocks #propagatethepodIt's OK to not be OK
Most people chase fame— @DreaDominique decided to own her own fame. From music videos with Snoop Dogg to dropping an R&B album on the 4th of July, she's proving you don't need a major label or a Hollywood machine to shine. Want the secret sauce for breaking out without selling your soul? This episode's got it.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Dodgers are finally starting to look dangerous again. Drea and Anthony break down Roki Sasaki's best MLB start yet, Shohei Ohtani finding his swing again, and the Dodgers offense exploding during the Freeway Series sweep over the Angels. They also discuss: Blake Snell's latest injury setback Growing rotation concerns Tanner Scott locking down the bullpen Andy Pages turning into a star The Dodgers' biggest threats in the NL Why the Padres series feels massive already Plus, could Shohei Ohtani actually make a real Cy Young push this season? New episodes of the Bleed Los Podcast every week covering Dodgers news, postgame reactions, clubhouse storylines, and everything happening around Chavez Ravine. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
This week, Lex P and Drea Nicole are back solo and cutting up the entire episode. From debating celebrity ages and getting completely confused over Anne Frank, Helen Keller, and Martin Luther King Jr. to talking about hobbies as adults, bad cars on the highway, childhood talents, and why people need to mind their business about women not wanting kids — this episode goes everywhere in true Pour Minds fashion. The ladies also talk about learning to actually enjoy life outside of work, adult hobbies that help you unplug, reality TV addiction, taking yourself on walks, traveling, and how money and freedom completely change your quality of life. Lex admits gossip might actually be one of her hobbies, while Drea opens up about loving fitness, reading, and exploring Atlanta like a tourist in her own city. Later, the conversation turns into a hilarious “who’s older?” game featuring Beyoncé, Britney Spears, Rihanna, Adele, Chris Brown, Daniel Kaluuya, Kanye, Ludacris, and more — with plenty of wrong answers, zodiac sign logic, and chaotic commentary along the way. As always, it’s funny, random, relatable, and feels like hanging out with your homegirls with no filter at all. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This week, Lex P and Drea Nicole are joined by Atlanta’s own Belly Gang Kushington! From going viral and becoming one of the hottest rappers out right now, to relationships, dating, heartbreak, fatherhood, and life before the music, Belly Gang kept it raw the whole time.The crew talks about his rise in rap, why he doesn’t charge for features, the truth about dating once fame hits, and why men suddenly get their act together when a woman is ready to leave. Belly Gang also opens up about raising his autistic son, navigating success while trying to stay grounded, and why he still wants real love despite all the attention.Of course, Lex and Drea had to get messy too — from asking about his love life and “work wives,” to debating vulnerability in rap, relationship expectations, expensive gifts, and whether women assume too much too fast while dating.Between the jokes, real conversations, and drunk thoughts, this episode feels like kicking it with your funniest friends while getting unexpected life advice at the same time. Tap in now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Drea and Anthony break down the Dodgers finishing the road trip at .500, Andy Pages' breakout performances, growing concerns about the offense, and what comes next with a huge Braves series ahead. They also discuss Roki Sasaki's development, Tyler Glasnow's injury update, Shohei Ohtani's workload, Mookie Betts nearing his return, Yoshinobu Yamamoto, and why the Dodgers lineup still feels inconsistent despite recent wins. Plus reactions to the Astros series, bullpen performances, and the biggest Dodgers storylines heading into the weekend. 日本語: ドジャース最新情報、アンディ・パヘス、佐々木朗希、山本由伸、ムーキー・ベッツ復帰情報、ブレーブス戦展望などを語ります。 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Dom and D break down the recent legal victory for NFL player Stefon Diggs and the "complicated" relationship with his former chef that led to a $5.5 million demand. Plus, we discuss the viral "payroll" strategy some athletes use for their personal relationships. Later, we tackle Ray J's unbelievable claim of having 12,000 sexual partners—does the math even work? We also get real about the actual earnings of OnlyFans models, M.I.A.'s unexpected pivot to MAGA politics, and the mystery behind Kelly Rowland's unreleased project, "Drea". 0:00 Gratitude, Acting Classes, and TikTok Success 2:57 Stefon Diggs: Allegations and Relationship Drama 9:51 The $5.5 Million Courtroom Battle 22:42 Athletes putting "Chicks on Payroll" for Tax Breaks? 28:43 The Complexities of NDAs in Relationships 41:53 The Harsh Reality of OnlyFans Earnings 47:56 Ray J's 12,000 Claim: Disbelief and Debates 1:04:29 M.I.A.'s Controversial Political Shift 1:12:47 Kelly Rowland's Alter Ego & The "Drea" Project 1:21:54 Engaging with the Audience & Final Thoughts Brand new voicemail: (314) 649-3113 Subscribe to the Everyone Needs an Aquarius Patreon https://bit.ly/3tXnnCz Email the show at straightolc@gmail.com Follow SOLC Network online Instagram: https://bit.ly/39VL542 Twitter: https://bit.ly/39aL395 Facebook: https://bit.ly/3sQn7je To Listen to the podcast Podbean https://bit.ly/3t7SDJH YouTube http://bit.ly/3ouZqJU Spotify http://spoti.fi/3pwZZnJ Apple http://apple.co/39rwjD1 IHeartRadio http://ihr.fm/2L0A2y
The Dodgers are winning, but it doesn't feel perfect right now. Drea and Anthony break down a wild stretch of games, starting with a big question. Is this Dodgers rotation actually the best in baseball? With dominant outings from Tyler Glasnow and strong performances across the staff, it's starting to look that way. At the same time, the offense hasn't matched that level. The hosts dive into the struggles from the top of the lineup, including the ongoing Kyle Tucker conversation and what his new spot in the order means moving forward. Things heat up with Dalton Rushing becoming an unexpected storyline after his “villain” moment against the Giants, and the reaction around the league that followed. They also get into Shohei Ohtani's impact, Craig Counsell's comments that sparked debate, and why the Dodgers continue to play down to teams like the Marlins. Plus: Roki Sasaki's development and adjustments Emmet Sheehan's progress Edwin Díaz injury and closer situation Mookie Betts return timeline MLB drama across the league including the Red Sox and Mets A packed episode covering everything Dodgers fans are talking about right now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Support great shows like this one! Er, these TWO! Head to maximumfun.org/join right now to pledge your allegiance. And THANK YOU! Drea made a guest appearance on John Moe's SLEEPING WITH CELEBRITIES and we're dropping it for you in this feed as a special #MaxFunDrive treat. Drea Clark, one of the hosts of the popular and important Maximum Film! podcast has a theory: all middle-aged Guys think about the Roman Empire but from there, the Guys separate into Bigfoot Guys and Alien Guys. Sure, there are anomalies but you can mostly separate guys into those groups. Our host, John Moe, Bigfoot Guy, gets Drea's opinion on where Rock History Guys, Computer Guys, and other Guys sort out into the Bigfoot and Aliens camps. Is it an airtight taxonomic argument? Not really. Is it an intriguing enough argument to let you conk out? Oh yes. It's MaxFunDrive! Become a Max Fun member and supporter of Sleeping with Celebrities by going to the link: www.MaximumFun.org/joinsleeping. Support Drea and our other friends at Maximum Film! by going to www.MaximumFun.org/joinmaxfilm. That will take you to our one stop portals for becoming a $5 a month member. To explore other membership options as well as our wonderful gifts (our delightful Sleepyhead keychain!), go to www.MaximumFun.org/join. Happy MaxFunDrive! Right now is the best time to start a membership to support your favorite shows. Learn more and join at https://maximumfun.org/joinmaxfilm Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher
Drea Clark, one of the hosts of the popular and important Maximum Film! podcast has a theory: all middle-aged Guys think about the Roman Empire but from there, the Guys separate into Bigfoot Guys and Alien Guys. Sure, there are anomalies but you can mostly separate guys into those groups. Our host, John Moe, Bigfoot Guy, gets Drea's opinion on where Rock History Guys, Computer Guys, and other Guys sort out into the Bigfoot and Aliens camps. Is it an airtight taxonomic argument? Not really. Is it an intriguing enough argument to let you conk out? Oh yes. It's MaxFunDrive! Become a Max Fun member and supporter of Sleeping with Celebrities by going to the link: www.MaximumFun.org/joinsleeping. Support Drea and our other friends at Maximum Film! by going to www.MaximumFun.org/joinmaxfilm. That will take you to our one stop portals for becoming a $5 a month member. To explore other membership options as well as our wonderful gifts (our delightful Sleepyhead keychain!), go to www.MaximumFun.org/join. ************************************************** Hey Sleepy Heads, is there anyone whose voice you'd like to drift off to, or do you have suggestions on things we could do to aid your slumber? Email us at: sleepwithcelebs@maximumfun.org. Follow the Show on: Instagram @sleepwcelebs Bluesky @sleepwithcelebs TikTok @SleepWithCelebs John is on Bluesky @JohnMoe John's acclaimed, best-selling memoir, The Hilarious World of Depression, is now available in paperback. Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's MaxFunDrive! Still want to get in on the action? Follow this link to support this show (and get in on our limited-time keychain sale to benefit the Center for Constitutional Rights): https://maximumfun.org/joinsleeping
Head to MaximumFun.org/join by May 1, 2026! Just interested in supporting Maximum Film!? Do not pass Go: Go directly to MaximumFun.org/joinmaxfilm Here's a teaser of our first MAXIMUM SIDEBAR! episode! Drea, Alonso, and Kevin each brought something to discuss in the areas of food, self care, technology. Members get to hear it all, plus so much more BoCo (that's short for bonus content, folks). Happy MaxFunDrive! Right now is the best time to start a membership to support your favorite shows. Learn more and join at https://maximumfun.org/joinmaxfilm Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher
Dodgers news today as we break down everything from the weekend series in Colorado, including growing questions around Edwin Díaz and what we saw from the Dodgers bullpen. We also get into Roki Sasaki's outing, what's real vs what's just part of the adjustment, and how the Dodgers handled Coors Field overall. Plus: Ryan Ward's MLB debut and early impact Dalton Rushing continuing to produce Shohei Ohtani staying locked in Key takeaways from the Rockies series What this all means moving forward The Bleed Los Podcast with Drea and Anthony, talking Dodgers baseball the way fans actually do. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The Rebel News podcasts features free audio-only versions of select RebelNews+ content and other Rebel News long-form videos, livestreams, and interviews. Monday to Friday enjoy the audio version of Ezra Levant's daily TV-style show, The Ezra Levant Show, where Ezra gives you his contrarian and conservative take on free speech, politics, and foreign policy through in-depth commentary and interviews. Wednesday evenings you can listen to the audio version of The Gunn Show with Sheila Gunn Reid the Chief Reporter of Rebel News. Sheila brings a western sensibility to Canadian news. With one foot in the oil patch and one foot in agriculture, Sheila challenges mainstream media narratives and stands up for Albertans. If you want to watch the video versions of these podcasts, make sure to begin your free RebelNewsPlus trial by subscribing at http://www.RebelNewsPlus.com
Staring at a blank page wondering what to post next? You're not alone.In this episode, I'm joined by Fope Nkwocha, a marketing coach who helps service providers simplify their content strategy and focus on what actually drives clients. We talk about why content often starts to feel overwhelming and how to create a system that turns everyday client conversations into meaningful marketing.If content creation has started to feel like busy work instead of business growth, this conversation will help you rethink your approach.In this episode, we talk about:Why content overwhelm happens and how to simplify your strategyHow to turn real client questions into powerful content ideasA framework for building trust with your audience through your contentHow to create content that connects directly to your offersWays to prevent burnout while staying consistent with your marketingThis Episode Was Made Possible By:Riverside All-in-One Podcast & Video PlatformVisit Riverside and use the code DREA to get 15% off any Riverside individual plan. We use it to record all our podcast interviews!About the Guest:Fope Nkwocha (Fopsy) is a business coach, educator, and speaker who helps service providers overcome the “execution gap” and build predictable revenue. With over a decade of experience across Google, startups, and the provincial government, she combines corporate-level strategy with hands-on execution.At Google Canada, she co-led a partnership that brought 50,000 small businesses online and drove triple-digit adoption growth. Today, she translates those systems into her 1:1 coaching program, Money-Making Priorities™, helping service providers make more in 12 weeks than they have all year.Fope's journey spans entrepreneurship, academia, and community leadership—running multiple ventures, teaching business at Conestoga and Mohawk Colleges, and serving on nonprofit boards. She hosts two podcasts, Money-Making Priorities and Dear Fopsy, and is the author of Situationship: How to Stop Breaking Your Own Heart. Her work blends business strategy with practical lessons on resilience, helping clients succeed in both business and life.WebsiteLinkedInInstagramResources Mentioned:Join Fopsy's FREE Lead Sprint: Get 100 Qualified Leads in 5 Days
In this episode, Hannah is interviewed by Drea Renee from the Hey Babe Can We Talk Podcast. We're discussing timing, boundaries, and communication in the bedroom and outside of it. Drea's podcast: Instagram: @heybabecanwetalk TikTok: @heycanwetalkpod Get the support of our team: https://hannah-deindorfer.mykajabi.com/90-day-intimacy-accelerator
Drea De Matteo for Living Proof Radio. Full episode on the Living Proof Patreon.http://patreon.com/livingproofnewyorkDrea De Matteo, who portrayed Adriana La Cerva on The Sopranos, delivered one of the series' most quietly devastating performances. Introduced as the girlfriend of Christopher Moltisanti, played by Michael Imperioli, Adriana gradually emerged as one of the show's emotional centers. Her openness and moral uncertainty stood in uneasy relief against the violence and code bound masculinity that defined the world around her. De Matteo approached the role with a rare warmth and precision, allowing Adriana's fear, loyalty, and hope to surface without sentimentality. As her arc darkened, the character became a lens through which the series examined devotion and betrayal, revealing the personal cost exacted by life inside organized crime. Adriana's fate remains among the show's most tragic turns, not because it was shocking, but because it felt inevitable. The following conversation took place over two decades after the series' release.Interview: Wes KnollAvailable now for members of the Living Proof Patreon.
This week, Lex P. and Drea Nicole sit down with the beautiful, soulful, and unapologetically real Ari Lennox. From getting bullied and switching schools to finding her voice through music, Ari opens up about her journey, her glow-up, and what really shifted for her when she turned 30. The conversation gets into discipline, consistency, and what it actually takes to maintain confidence on and off stage. Ari also breaks down her creative process, the inspiration behind her new album Vacancy, and why she’s no longer seeking validation from anyone but herself. Lex and Drea get into their Pour Decisions, reflecting on drinking habits, accountability, and the realities of navigating life in their 30s. Then things get real as they dive into relationships — leaving a “good man,” trusting your intuition, and standing firm in your choices as a woman who already has her own. Grab a drink and tap in for honesty, growth, and a lot of real talk.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
We're capping off a month at looking at different films directed by women with Hannah Berryman's documentary, Spacewoman. Kevin Smokler, author of Breaking the Frame: Conversations with Women Filmmakers joins us to talk about this close look at the stellar career of astronaut Eileen Collins, the first woman to pilot, and later command, a Space Shuttle mission. What's Good Alonso - Calm for naps Drea - getting a doctor's appointment Kevin S. - Memorizing Oscar winners as a sleep aid Kevin A. - 3 hour Celebrity game ITIDIC AI-Generated Val Kilmer Will Appear in Movie Kilmer Was to Shoot Before His Passing April Wolfe/Chloe Okuno Project Bad Hand Lands at Searchlight Staff Picks Alonso - Late Shift Drea - Mike & Nick & Nick & Alice Kevin S. - Say Amen Somebody Kevin A. - A Teacher Directors Mentioned in C-Block: Patricia Cardoso Debra Granik Amy Heckerling Anna Boden Rose Troche Donna Deitch Cheryl Dunye Joan Micklin Silver Lizzie Borden Wanuri Kihiyu Melanie Laurent Maggie Gyllenhaal Allison Anders Gillian Armstrong Celine Sciamma Lynn Shelton The Wachowskis Penny Marshall Martha Coolidge Vera Drew Jane Schoenbrun Alice Maio Mackay Mira Nair Věra Chytilová Ida Lupino Dorothy Arzner Alice Guy-Blaché Caitlin Adams Susan Seidelman Nia DaCosta Kathryn Bigelow Julia Hart Dee Rees Catherine Breillat Mary Harron Regina King Dyan Cannon Follow us on BlueSky, Facebook, Instagram, or LetterboxdWithKevin AveryDrea ClarkAlonso DuraldeProduced by Marissa FlaxbartSr. Producer Laura Swisher
Ahead of next week's release of "Rory McIlroy: The Masters Wait" on Amazon Prime, Andy Johnson is joined by director Drea Cooper on this episode of The Fried Egg Golf Podcast. Andy and Drea discuss his latest documentary, focusing on Rory McIlroy's final round at the 2025 Masters Tournament. Drea walks Andy through the process of making the film, revealing details about shooting at Augusta National and interviewing Rory and his family. Andy is then joined by producer PJ Clark to run through their current ten favorites to win the 2026 Masters with just two more weeks until the tournament. Visit Cobalt and use code "FRIEDEGGPOD15" for 15% off: https://cobalt-golf.com/discount/FRIEDEGGPOD?redirect=%2Fcollections%2Fdiscountable-products