Shows
Pod Save the WorldTrump and Zelensky's Disastrous MeetingTommy and Ben discuss Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s disastrous meeting at the White House that erupted in a yelling match and resulted in Zelensky being told to leave. They dig into JD Vance’s role as instigator, the revealed motivations for attacking Zelensky in front of the press, and what Zelensky’s options are for pursuing peace from here.2025-03-0142 min
Pod Save the WorldPutin’s Wildest Dreams Come TrueTommy and Ben discuss the seismic shift in US foreign policy that happened this past week after Trump announced that the US and Russia would directly negotiate an end to the war in Ukraine through talks that exclude Ukraine and Europe. They also explain how JD Vance’s first foreign trip insulted nearly every leader in Europe while boosting Germany’s far-right AfD party ahead of Germany’s election this Sunday, how support for a crypto scam has become a major political liability for the president of Argentina, the continued fallout from USAID cuts, the latest on the Gaza ceasefire, and in...2025-02-191h 36
Pod Save the WorldTrump’s Insane Plan To “Own” GazaTommy and Ben discuss how Trump’s insane plan to ethnically cleanse and “own” the Gaza strip is destabilizing governments in Egypt and Jordan, and why Trump keeps undermining the Gaza ceasefire deal he helped broker. They also discuss new whistleblower allegations about Trump’s pick to lead the FBI, how the Department of Justice is making it harder to combat foreign election interference and corruption, JD Vance’s speech scolding Europe for AI safety regulations, Trump’s Executive Order cutting off aid to South Africa, the dynastic political battle in the Philippines, and the discovery of new JFK assassination documents. T...2025-02-121h 27
Sassy PoliticsEmbracing Wicked: Themes, Power, and CourageSend us a textWhat if the stories we cherish could reshape our understanding of reality? Join me, Christi Chanelle, as I sit down with my daughter, Hannah Marie, to unravel the powerful themes and dazzling visuals of the Wicked movie. Together, we recount the emotional rollercoaster of the film, especially in scenes involving animals, and dissect how it challenges our perceptions and influences storytelling. By drawing connections between the narrative of Wicked and modern media portrayals, we underscore the importance of seeing the world through diverse lenses and appreciating how aesthetics challenge societal norms....2024-12-0229 min