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Politically High-Tech289- Finding Nuance in a World of Emotional Immaturity with Dr. Joshua CaraballoSend us a textElias welcomes back Dr. Joshua to dismantle misconceptions about LGBTQ+ identities and discuss how faith, emotional maturity, and psychological wellness intersect with our political landscape.• God is about love, not hate – targeting LGBTQ+ people contradicts genuine religious values• People are more than their sexual orientation – they achieve, help others, have families, and deserve to be seen as complete human beings • Most adults function at an emotional maturity level of 8-12 years old, explaining the prevalence of defensive reactions and hatred• The psychological concept of feeling superior through religion or politics c...2025-07-2643 minPolitically High-Tech284- What They Don't Want You to Know About Your Feed with Tim O'HearnSend us a textSocial media platforms operate through deceptive practices and hidden mechanics that most users never see or understand. Tim O'Hearn, a former software engineer who once ran a business selling automated Instagram followers, shares insider knowledge about the dark side of our digital landscape.• In 2018, approximately 30% of Instagram activity was computer-generated, with bots talking to other bots• Shadow banning allows platforms to restrict user reach without notification, keeping users engaged while effectively silencing them• Blue checkmark verification systems evolved from impersonation protection to status symbols, creating a black market where people...2025-06-291h 02Politically High-Tech283- A Third Term with the Tyrant challenges our constitutional values With Paul GreenbergSend us a textPaul Greenberg joins us to discuss his satirical novel "The Third Term," which imagines George Washington returning from the past to challenge a Trump-like tyrant seeking an unconstitutional third presidential term. Written in just one month during 2020 but published for the 2024 election cycle, this compact, fast-paced satire examines what America's founding ideals mean in an era of personality cults and constitutional crises.• Washington was chosen as protagonist because he established the two-term precedent, prioritizing democracy over personal power• The tyrant character is infuriated by Washington's omnipresence on American currency, highlighting his...2025-06-2841 minPolitically High-Tech282- Beyond the Stage: Acting Tools for Everyday Life With James Rojas-TaylorSend us a textJames Rojas Taylor explains how acting techniques and tools can provide all of us with mental and emotional literacy, giving us skills to navigate life more effectively in any situation. He argues that these powerful methods have been overlooked outside the acting profession despite their life-changing potential to help us understand ourselves better.• The Stanislavski System features seven questions that help ground us in the moment: who am I, where am I, when is it, what do I want, why do I want it, how do I get it, what do I...2025-06-2345 minPolitically High-Tech281-Digital Dementia: How We're Losing Our Memories with James GebhardtSend us a textDigital dementia is erasing our collective memories as we outsource our recollections to smartphones and fail to properly preserve our most precious moments. James Gebhardt, CEO of MyArkIt, explains how this phenomenon threatens our personal legacies and offers solutions for meaningful memory preservation.• The paradox of taking thousands of photos yet remembering fewer meaningful moments• How we've stopped remembering essential information like phone numbers and birthdays• The vulnerability of digital memories to theft, natural disasters, and corporate data policies• Why most cloud storage services eventually delete inactive accounts• Th...2025-06-2244 minPolitically High-Tech280- The Missouri Progressive's Political Vision with Dan SchaeferSend us a textDan Schaefer, progressive candidate for the Missouri House of Representatives, shares his journey from engineering to politics and his perspective on navigating a red state as a Democrat with socially progressive and fiscally conservative views.• Missouri is transitioning from a former bellwether state to one with increasingly competitive elections• Republicans have a communication advantage by pushing messaging through vertical channels while Democrats try a more bottom-up approach • Trump's followers represent a cult of personality that may not survive his political exit• Missouri Republicans have repeatedly overturned voter-approved progressive ballot m...2025-06-211h 08
The Joe Rooz ShowThe Joe Rooz Show's 100th Episode with guest: Elias Marty (Ep. 100)In this milestone 100th episode of the Joe Rooz Show, Joe reflects on the journey of reaching 100 episodes and the engaging conversations that have taken place along the way. Joe highlights the upcoming weekend shows, including the Saturday Spotlight and Sunday Bible Study, and expresses excitement for future discussions with guests like Andy Campbell. The episode features a conversation with guest Elias Marty, a podcaster and history enthusiast, who shares his insights on political and cultural commentary, the importance of spirituality, and the need for balanced perspectives in today's divisive climate.Joe and Elias delve into various...2025-06-211h 56