Podcasts about Drea

How did the legal machinery of early America enforce human bondage? Dr. Gautham Rao joins the channel to discuss his book Policing American Slavery and the state's role in hunting fugitives. In this episode, we challenge the popular narrative that early American governance was weak, decentralized, or defined by "minimal state" intervention. Sitting down with legal historian and Law and History Review editor-in-chief Dr. Gautham Rao, we trace how the necessity of protecting property in human beings forced the federal government to build a highly robust, coercive, and thoroughly modern police apparatus.We break down the immense administrative strain of enforcing the Fugitive Slave Clauses of 1793 and 1850. Far from an ideological commitment to "states' rights," Southern politicians consistently demanded massive expansions of centralized federal power to override local Northern personal liberty laws. From the complicity of commercial northern ports to the brutal reality of custom houses and federal marshals, discover how the legal structures of the antebellum era laid the foundational blueprints for the development of modern American policing, surveillance, and state overreach.Read Dr. Gautham Rao's book: Policing American Slavery: The Machinery of Expulsion in the Atlantic World.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 

Contact Drea:  Instagram — @Soberherbalist Book Recommendation:  The Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous - https://www.aa.org/the-big-book Best Recovery Advice: “Don't drink no matter what.”“Trust Love.” Song That Symbolizes Recovery:  Transformer by Gnarls Barkley - Transformer — Gnarls Barkley(YouTube) Featured Resources:Mountain Rose Herbs Blog — Guest Writer: Drea MooreSober Herbalist • Alcohol‑Free Herbal Education • Holistic Consultant SummaryDrea Moore, widely known as the sober herbalist, shares herpowerful journey through addiction, recovery, and her evolution as anherbalist. She reveals how spirituality, herbal medicine, and community serviceshape her approach to sobriety and holistic wellness.In this episode, Drea explores the intersection of recovery,nature‑basedhealing, and spiritual connection. She highlights the importance of self‑care,community, and personalized spiritual practices, offering a grounded andinspiring perspective on transforming your recovery experience. Key TopicsDrea Moore's personal journey through addiction and recoveryHerbalism as a tool for holistic wellness and sobrietyThe role of spirituality and astrology in recoveryCommunity service, mentorship, and giving backChallenges and misconceptions in sober herbalismNature connection as a foundation for healingMindfulness and spiritual practices in recoveryStories of transformation, resilience, and self‑discoveryThe history and evolution of self‑help andsobriety programs 

Why does mainstream history completely erase the stories of the Indigenous leaders who actively fought back against European conquest? How did the fluid, complex politics of the Caribbean reshape global history long before the fall of the Aztecs and Incas ? In this episode of Varn Vlog, we sit down with historical researcher and novelist Andrew Rowen to explore the unsparing, bicultural reality of ground zero in the Americas. Andrew Rowen has spent over a decade parsing through dense anthropological records and reading between the lines of heavily biased Spanish primary sources to reconstruct the authentic perspective of the Taino people. In this deep-dive conversation, Andrew illuminates the life of Anacaona—a shrewd, competent ruler, poetess, and the first female Native American chieftain to resist the Spanish conquest. We explore her brilliant and tragic political strategies of separate coexistence, tracking how her chiefdom leveraged food logistics and made uneasy alliances with Spanish mutineers to stave off total annihilation. We also turn the lens toward the European side of the equation, dissecting the conflicting motivations of Christopher Columbus and Queen Isabella. Rowen traces Isabella's internal journey of conscience regarding the enslavement of her Indigenous "vassals," , contrast to the craven extraction methods of the commoner conquistadors who disobeyed her orders to establish the roots of centuries-long forced labor networks like repartimiento and encomienda. Finally, we confront the raw data behind the catastrophic Indigenous population collapse—sorting through the realities of forced gold mining slavery and the merciless spread of European diseases like smallpox and typhus . If you want an objective, unromanticized framework for how the transatlantic world was truly forged, this bicultural breakdown is an absolute must-watch.  Explore Andrew Rowen's acclaimed historical novel series (Encounters Unforeseen, Columbus and the Caonabó, and Isabel Anacaona and Columbus's Demise) on AndrewRowen.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 

It’s Lex’s birthday, and the girls are celebrating Chapter 37!

 In this episode, host Walter Sterling and UFO expert Dave Scott dive into Canada's raging "bureaucracy fires" before exposing explosive claims that the US government is harboring four distinct alien species—including seven-foot-tall praying mantis beings.The show goes deep into the "Great Mud Flood" conspiracy theory of a buried ancient empire, discusses why Sopranos star Drea de Matteo turned to OnlyFans to pay off her mortgage, and questions if Botox is quietly killing the art of acting in modern cinema.

In today's episode of The Quiz, we're testing your knowledge on everything from famous urban monikers to historic operatic compositions. Can you answer these? Wartime Speeches: Following the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, President Franklin D. Roosevelt famously declared that December 7th, 1941 would live forever in a specific way. Can you complete his quote? Subway Systems: Underground rapid transit transformed how Americans travel through cities, but do you know which metropolis launched the nation's very first subway system? Luxury Brands: Brand Finance compiles annual valuations of global fashion powerhouses. Do you know which luxury house earned a spot among the world's top ten apparel brands? Play. Share. Listen, with Emmy award-winning actress, Drea de Matteo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Why are tech monopolies quietly building massive, "war-eating" data centers in global deserts? How does the infrastructure of artificial intelligence directly intersect with resource imperialism, greenwashing, and active combat zones? In this episode of Varn Vlog, James of Prole Kult fame joins us to unpack the terrifying realities of the modern geopolitical and tech economy. We kick off the conversation with a critical look at the stark environmental and spatial trade-offs of the digital age. From the accursed, floating isles of the UK to the arid deserts of the American West, tech oligarchs are accelerating a resource-extraction blueprint that threatens local ecosystems. James breaks down the material underpinnings of the AI bubble, explaining how immense computational demands require unprecedented amounts of water, electricity, and land, driving a new wave of localized climate strains and energy centralization.Moving beyond infrastructure, we dive into the dark alignment between big tech logistics, state power, and global conflicts. We trace how military occupations and modern surveillance networks are increasingly trial-tested on marginalized populations before being automated and scaled globally. James also highlights powerful counter-narratives of resistance, detailing the profound human cost of ongoing blockades, historical violence, and the generational struggle for liberation.Whether you are trying to understand the macroeconomic traps of corporate tech monopolies or seeking an unsparing analysis of how digital architecture enforces modern imperial hegemony, this raw and wide-ranging discussion is an essential guide.✨ Check out the Prole Kult channel for deep-dive video essays exploring history, technology, and global political economy!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 

In part two of our deep dive into China (and part four of our socialist organization series), we break down how Mao attempted to dialectically sublate a national front and a united front. We explore the structural inclusion of the "patriotic national bourgeoisie" into the block of four classes (symbolized by the stars on the Chinese flag) and contrast it with classical Soviet developmental theory and orthodox Marxism.We also dive into:- The historical debate between Chen Duxiu, Li Dazhao, Lenin, and Trotsky.- Why modern "Hoxhaists" and Left Communists consider New Democracy to be revisionist.- The evolution of class structures under Deng Xiaoping and Jiang Zemin's "Three Represents" doctrine (allowing billionaires into the Party).- The reality of modern China's development: Is it a transitioning socialist project, or an hyper-competent form of state capitalism and developmental liberalism?Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell for Episode 5, where we pivot to National Frontism and National Bolshevism.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 

In this episode, Liz Theresa welcomes Drea Lynn, attorney, entrepreneur, and author, to discuss her journey from corporate and ministry work to founding her own business and launching the "Smart Quit" trademark and book. Together, they unpack what it really means to quit smart, the importance of intentional planning in entrepreneurship, and how values-based decision-making sustains business success.See more: https://liztheresa.com/episode/e424-drea-lynn-smart-quit-how-to-quit-and-win/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How does ruling-class hegemony quietly dictate the boundaries of our creative imagination? Can art still serve as a weapon for genuine political transformation, or has it been entirely neutralized by capitalist realism? In this episode of Varn Vlog, regular guest Sudip Bhattacharya returns to dissect the profound relationship between literature, cultural production, and power.We begin the conversation by addressing contemporary cultural blockages before zooming out to analyze the structural landscape of modern storytelling. Drawing from deep Marxist theory, Gramscian notions of cultural hegemony, and literary criticism, Sudip maps out how the contemporary publishing industry and academic creative writing spaces systematically steer writers away from systemic, macro-level critiques. Instead, modern narratives are frequently flattened into hyper-individualized, therapeutic accounts of trauma that accommodate—rather than challenge—the status quo.We also dive into the concept of "combat literature" and revolutionary writing. Together, we examine how radical movements historically utilized the novel, the essay, and the poem to construct counter-hegemonic worldviews. Sudip shares insights from his own work on writing and revolution, parsing how artists can break free from neoliberal aesthetic traps to revitalize an art form capable of genuinely imagining alternative futures.Whether you are an aspiring writer, a student of critical theory, or someone deeply invested in the intersection of radical politics and art, this wide-ranging dialogue offers an indispensable framework for navigating cultural production today.✨ Read more of Sudip Bhattacharya's essays on his Substack, featuring deep dives into combat literature and the mechanics of writing and revolution!: https://sudipbhattacharya.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 

This week we're back together after Ione wraps filming her mysterious Melbourne movie. We talk about the impossible position the music industry puts beautiful women in (you need the looks to get in the door, then you get dismissed for them), the incredible 2charm show at the Enmore Theatre — think Pet Shop Boys if they took peptides — and what Stassi Schroeder's comeback show gets right that Drea de Matteo and Ariel Pink completely missed about their own cancellations.Plus: Ione accidentally texts her friend that her holiday “looks expensive,” and Ben gives a talk at APRA AMCOS about originality and why the “stay in your lane” era is finally over.Dive deeper into our world at https://weirdertogether.substack.com

This week, Lex and Drea are joined by Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and producerLucky Daye for an episode full of R&B, relationships, and plenty of laughs. Lucky opens upabout his journey in music, the emotional moment he won his Grammy, his new single “NowhereFast,” and what fans can expect from his upcoming album and tour. The conversation gets into the current state of R&B, AI music, why 30-song albums need to go, bringing back real album rollouts, and whether artists are making music for TikTok instead of making music that actually lasts. Lucky also weighs in on the very important debate of Sisqó vs. Michael Jackson. Of course, it wouldn’t be Pour Minds without the conversation going completely left. The triogets into whether men are judged by the women they date, why men care what other men think,dating celebrities, the hierarchy of athletes and rappers in the dating world, and whether yourpast can mess up something good with somebody new. Plus, the ladies get into Bop of the Week, answer some wild listener letters—including onewoman wondering if dating her former favorite “horse’s” homeboy is already over before itstarted—and close things out with a little karaoke.Pour up and tune in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Where did the "Cultural Marxism" talking point actually originate? How did obscure 20th-century sectarian group battles evolve into the foundation of today's right-wing culture wars? In this episode of Varn Vlog, we sit down with Dr. A.J.A. Woods to dissect the bizarre, interconnected history of political paranoia, conspiracy culture, and the weaponization of critical theory. Dr. Woods—a PhD graduate from the Centre for the Study of Theory and Criticism—joins the show to trace the genealogical lineages outlined in his book, The Cultural Marxist Conspiracy: Why the Right Blames the Frankfurt School for the Decline of the West. Together, we map how legitimate left-wing internal critiques of figures like Herbert Marcuse and Theodor Adorno were absorbed, rebranded, and mainlined into mainstream conservative media by the LaRouche movement, William S. Lind, and eventually Andrew Breitbart.We pull back the curtain on how these highly elaborate historical myths function as porous, left-right feedback loops. From the "Plato vs. Aristotle" secret histories of the 1970s to contemporary discussions surrounding "wokeness," Alexander Dugin, James Lindsay, and Jordan Peterson, we unpack how social media algorithms flatten intellectual nuances to spawn a new generation of conspiratorial thinking.Finally, we address the "Radical Chic" commodity of theory in academia, the historical distortion of Antonio Gramsci's Prison Notebooks, and why the left's fixation on policing external myths often comes at the expense of addressing its own structural organizing failures.✨ Check out Dr. A.J.A. Woods' work and grab his book to explore the full intellectual history of modern political myths!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 

Drea, Cody and Anthony break down the Dodgers' busy trade deadline, headlined by the blockbuster acquisition of Tarik Skubal. They review every player acquired, what Los Angeles gave up and whether the Dodgers improved enough for another World Series run. The crew also discusses the Red Sox series, injuries to Dalton Rushing, Will Klein and Brock Stewart, Justin Wrobleski's recent struggles and the biggest moves from around MLB. Plus, a preview of the Cubs series, Tarik Skubal's scheduled Dodgers debut Tuesday, Eric Lauer starting Wednesday, Orel Hershiser's Hollywood Walk of Fame honor and predictions for the week ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Why are the New York Mets the ultimate team of the working-class underworld? Author A.M. Gittlitz joins the channel to discuss his new book, Metropolitans, and pitch why leftists should actually care about sports.In this episode, we dive deep into the Mobius strip dynamic of sports, mass culture, and radical politics. Far from just a corporate monopoly, baseball has a long history as a battleground for popular power and control over our collective leisure time. We trace the lineage of the Mets from their 19th-century amateur roots through the turbulent 1960s, exploring how the team became an anti-elitist symbol coded in direct opposition to the financial elites of the New York Yankees.We also unpack the dark side of New York's urban planning. Discover how "Master Builder" Robert Moses manipulated transit infrastructure around Shea Stadium to intentionally cut off public access from marginalized communities—shaping the geography of fandom we still inherit today. Whether you're a die-hard Mets fan or a Marxist skeptic of mass sports, this conversation breaks down the beautiful contradictions of a middle-class game captured by billionairesSend 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 keeping it in-house for a solo episode packed with real conversations, hot takes, and plenty of laughs. The ladies kick things off by venting about the current state of social media—from censorship and rage bait to why the internet just isn't fun anymore—and ask whether we've forgotten how to simply live in the moment. They also debate the rise of celebrity tell-all documentaries, discussing where the line is between exposing the truth and chasing attention. From Michael Jackson and R. Kelly to America's Next Top Model and reality TV culture, they break down who deserves accountability, who gets unfairly blamed, and why every documentary has a narrative. Later, the conversation turns more personal as Lex and Drea reflect on growing up in predominantly white spaces following the tragic death of Nolan Wells. They open up about tokenism, identity, safety, Black community, and why being surrounded by people who understand your lived experience matters more than many realize. Pour up and tune in for an episode full of laughs, perspective, and the unfiltered conversations only Pour Minds can have.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Andrea Beatriz Díaz AKA Sabor de Drea is a singer-songwriter and rapper. Andrea Beatriz Díaz AKA Sabor de Drea es una cantautora yrapera. FOLLOW Andrea Beatriz Díaz AKA Sabor de Drea on SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.instagram.com/sabordedrea/https://open.spotify.com/artist/409K2dO0oo8P0crs0WZlaC?si=tDpGe8QlTput2MmJkejLywhttps://youtube.com/@sabordedrea?si=ItxuC1h8j-_9gSaM  FOLLOW FEN on SOCIAL MEDIA: https://www.facebook.com/fencorrea/https://www.instagram.com/fencorrea/https://twitter.com/fencorreahttps://fencorrea.weebly.com/bloghttps://www.tiktok.com/@fencorrea FIND FEN'S Books on Amazon/Spotify/YouTube/Bandcamp: https://www.amazon.com/Fernando-E.-E.-Correa-Gonz%C3%A1lez/e/B07221Q1FY/ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_1?qid=1536059902&sr=8-1 https://open.spotify.com/artist/4dUtrVampVxlHJSXNVaTi9?si=i6kqQ3N_Sv-Rlesi48mHrw  https://www.youtube.com/fencorrea  https://fencorrea.bandcamp.com

The MLB trade deadline is almost here. Should the Dodgers go all-in for Tarik Skubal, or will getting healthy be their biggest addition? Drea, Cody and Anthony discuss the Dodgers' deadline needs, Roki Sasaki's latest dominant performance, Shohei Ohtani's status, the returns of Kiké Hernández and Edwin Díaz, and the bullpen's recent struggles. Plus, the crew recaps the Mets series, reacts to Mookie Betts launching his LGND glove collection, previews ESPN's Shohei Ohtani docuseries and looks ahead to the Mariners and Red Sox series at Dodger Stadium. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

George Wright III interviews attorney, former COO, and entrepreneur Drea Lynn, author of Smart Quit: Cash In, Clock Out, about why leaving a career for entrepreneurship requires strategy rather than impulse. Drawing from her own experience of giving months' notice only to be told her last day would be that Friday, Drea explains how she "quit wrong" so others don't have to. She introduces her four-phase Smart Quit framework—Prepare, Position, Pivot, and Profit—showing why mindset, financial planning, market validation, and relationship management are critical before leaving a job. The conversation explores how current employment can become a launchpad by building skills, systems, mentors, and professional relationships instead of simply collecting a paycheck. Drea also discusses identifying personal insecurities that affect leadership, testing business ideas before making the leap, leaving an employer with integrity, and defining success beyond income. She concludes by encouraging aspiring entrepreneurs to build businesses that support the life they actually want, rather than chasing entrepreneurship without a plan.Episode Timestamps:00:30 The Story Behind "I Quit Wrong" 01:46 Drea Lynn's Entrepreneurial Journey 03:10 The Mistake That Changed Everything 05:30 Would She Have Quit Anyway? 07:15 What Smart Quit Really Means 09:20 Turning Your Job Into An Asset 11:30 The Four-Phase Smart Quit Framework 12:05 Prepare: Building The Right Mindset 16:00 Position: Test Before You Leap 18:30 Passion, Market Fit And Validation 20:20 Using Your Current Job As A Launchpad 22:45 Pivot: Leaving The Right Way 26:50 Profit: Designing Success On Your Terms 29:00 Building A Profitable Business Foundation 31:10 Resources And Next Steps 32:10 Final Advice: Just Keep GoingThanks for listening, and Please Share this Episode with someone. It would really help us to grow our show and share these valuable tips and strategies with others. Have a great day.George Wright III“It's Never Too Late to Start Living the Life You Were Meant to Live”FREE Daily Mastermind Resources:CONNECT with George & Access Tons of ResourcesGet access to Proven Strategies and Time-Test Principles for Success. Plus, download and access tons of FREE resources and online events by joining our Exclusive Community of Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, and High Achievers like YOU.Join FREE at DailyMastermind.comFollow me on social media Facebook | Instagram | Linkedin | TikTok | YoutubeGrow Your Authority and Personal Brand with a FREE Interview in a Top Global Magazine HERE.Guest BioDrea Lynn is an attorney, former Chief Operating Officer, entrepreneur, business strategist, and author of Smart Quit™: Cash In. Clock Out. After transitioning from corporate leadership and overcoming significant financial setbacks, she rebuilt her business and developed the Smart Quit™ framework to help professionals make strategic career and business transitions with confidence. Today, she helps ambitious leaders prepare for meaningful change, pivot intentionally, and build careers and businesses that align with their long-term goals through practical strategy, leadership insights, and entrepreneurial experience.Connect with Drea LynnWebsite: https://www.drealynn.co/ Smart Quit™: https://howtosmartquit.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drealynn.co LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drealynn Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drealynn.co

How did decades of geopolitical paranoia, nuclear anxiety, and state-sponsored propaganda completely reshape the landscape of global filmmaking? In this episode of Varn Vlog, we dive deep into the intersection of history and film with Jason Christian and Tony Ballas, the hosts of the Cold War Cinema podcast.From Hollywood blockbusters and hidden indie gems to the stark cinematic outputs of the Soviet bloc and divided Germany, our guests break down how the global standoff between capitalism and communism played out on the silver screen. We discuss the subtle (and not-so-subtle) ways governments weaponized art for ideological subversion, the lingering psychological weight of the nuclear age on directors, and how the tropes established during the Cold War continue to dictate modern media narratives today.We also explore the unique challenges of analyzing historical film through a critical, left-wing lens, sorting through the layers of censorship, blacklisting, and cultural memory that still distort how we view mid-century art. Whether you are a hardcore cinephile, a history buff, or a casual fan of classic cinema, this deep-dive conversation offers a fascinating look at the movies that defined an era.✨ Check out the Cold War Cinema podcast on all major audio platforms to explore their full catalog of film analyses!:  https://coldwarcinema.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 

This week, Lex and Drea are joined by entrepreneurs, podcasters, and longtime friendsSavannah James and April McDaniel from Everybody's Crazy for a conversation aboutfriendship, business, and what it really takes to build something that lasts. From launching apodcast with a prepaid phone to creating multiple successful businesses, Savannah and Aprilshare the realities of stepping into the spotlight, protecting their friendship, and building a legacyon their own terms. The ladies get into the pressure of podcasting, dealing with internet opinions, balancingbusiness with real life, and why consistency is the key to longevity. They also discussleadership, entrepreneurship, building teams, healing, fashion, personal growth, and theimportance of creating opportunities for other Black women in media.With plenty of laughs, behind-the-scenes podcast stories, and honest conversations aboutsuccess, this episode is a reminder that the strongest brands are built on authenticity, resilience,and showing up—even when it's hard. Pour up and tune in.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back to the Vlog. Today, we are joined by acclaimed legal scholar and historian Dr. Samuel Moyn (Chancellor Kent Professor of Law and History at Yale University) to discuss his critical book, Gerontocracy in America.While the public focus on modern gerontocracy often centers on the visible, late-stage cognitive decline of celebrity politicians like Joe Biden or Donald Trump, Dr. Moyn argues that these figures are merely the tip of a much deeper, structural iceberg. The real-world data demonstrates that our entire legal, economic, and institutional architecture has been intentionally engineered since the 1970s to entrench an elder caste and restrict succession for the prime-age working class.In this interview, we break down the explicit mechanics of this generational system:The Inverted Demographic Pyramid: How changes in medicine and declining birth weights have historically squared the old population curves, concentrating absolute power within an aging, self-perpetuating class.Constitutional Architecture & Veto Points: How the framers explicitly engineered the U.S. Constitution to blunt majoritarian democracy—imposing strict age minimums that historically excluded 80% of the population, and cementing lifetime tenure for federal judges.The Housing & Tax Trap: How the destruction of the intergenerational home has led to acute, geographic age segregation. We analyze why elderly voters routinely assemble at town meetings to block new housing supply and pass local laws (like California's Prop 13) to permanently immunize real estate assets from funding the public education of younger generations.The "Grand Bargain" Solution: Dr. Moyn outlines his provocative, counterintuitive policy path forward: establishing mandatory retirement caps, re-regulating campaign finance, and providing total state-funded long-term care in exchange for a massive, structural taxation on aging wealth to fund youth opportunities.The Critique of Progressive Care: A macro-analysis of why the contemporary Left has abandoned its 19th-century commitment to creative dynamism and material freedom, retreating instead into a technocratic, namby-pamby moralism centered solely on managing a civilized decline.Dr. Samuel Moyn's book, Gerontocracy in America, is available now across all major bookstore divisions. 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 

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 

Lex P is the co-host of Pour Minds, the show ESSENCE Magazine calls one of the most successful independent podcasts in Black media, and co-star of BET's Travel Queens. In this raw and honest conversation, Lex reveals how she escaped a dead-end job, moved to Atlanta with just $3, and built Pour Minds. She also opens up like I've never seen before. What she shared towards the end was so powerful, it made me call my mom immediately after recording. Enjoy! Subscribe to New Era, our weekly newsletter: https://calumjohnsonshowlinks.lovable.app/ Follow Us! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/calumjohnson1/?hl=en Twitter/X: https://x.com/calum_johnson9 https://www.instagram.com/lex_p_/?hl=en Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 08:01 "You're pretty for a black girl" 13:26 The real reason I use humor so much 21:45 Why I risked everything to go to Atlanta 25:48 I had $3 left...it was so embarrassing! 30:49 My Ex hated Pour Minds... 34:36 The viral episode that changed Pour Minds forever 42:00 Why I'll never be a quitter 51:09 The conversation that saved Me and Drea's friendship 55:51 Why I hate holidays... 01:03:17 My mom was my superhero...[EMOTIONAL] 01:09:16 What's next for Lex P?

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

Like the show? Show us some love. We'd love to hear it. The guys welcome back Drea and first time guest Matthew Jedediah Martinez to the show. We talk Jonathan being an Indian giver, Ron Megaman stops by to preview his new podcast, and we all put our heads together to create a mini BBQ playlist. Thanks for listening!!!https://pundejos.buzzsprout.com/share

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 

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.

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  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 

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.

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.

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

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.