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Hawk PodcastsTulsi Gabbard Accuses Obama of TreasonDid Obama Commit Treason? Hawk Dismantles Tulsi Gabbard’s Claim In this podcast episode, Hawk focuses on the latest controversy involving Tulsi Gabbard’s declassified report accusing former President Barack Obama of treason during the 2016 election. The report claims that top Obama officials coordinated efforts to sabotage Donald Trump's campaign—an accusation that Hawk thoroughly challenges using facts already established by bipartisan Senate investigations, the Mueller report, and multiple intelligence community assessments.Hawk discusses how the report misrepresents the facts by focusing narrowly on election infrastructure while ignoring Russia’s proven influence operations, including the DNC and Podesta...2025-07-2038 min
Hawk PodcastsAmerican Carnage - Trump's 8 Days of FailureIn this episode, Hawk dissects the eight-day unraveling of Donald Trump’s presidency from June 7 to June 14. What began with an illegal deployment of National Guard troops escalated into mass protests across the nation and culminated in a failed military parade intended to intimidate—but instead inspired millions.Hawk outlines the administration’s legal missteps, including the San Francisco federal judge's ruling against Trump’s executive order and the shocking militarization of Los Angeles. Trump’s attempted strongman tactics—featuring Marines, ICE raids, and overt threats—are laid bare, along with the political fallout from his feud with Elon Musk...2025-06-1655 min
Hawk PodcastsWe Need to Talk About Curtis Yarvin - Part 1In this episode of Hawk Podcasts, we dive headfirst into the bizarre and disturbing world of Curtis Yarvin, a.k.a. Mencius Moldbug—a man whose anti-democracy, neo-reactionary ideology is beloved by Silicon Valley elites like Peter Thiel, Mark Andreessen, and even JD Vance.Yarvin wants to replace democracy with a CEO-style monarchy. Yes, really. No elections, no opposition, just top-down autocratic control led by billionaires. We explore his connections to the Trump world, his shockingly racist writings, and his role in inspiring Project 2025.Along the way, we call out his bizarre terminology—“SovCorps,” “Patchwork Sovereignt...2025-06-0548 min
Hawk PodcastsKIDNAPPED - DETAINED - NO CHARGES: Mahmoud Khalil’s Unconstitutional DetainmentAmerica's Political Prisoner Mahmoud Khalil—Columbia student, green card holder, and husband to a U.S. citizen—has been detained for nearly three months without being charged with a single crime. His “crime”? Leading peaceful pro-Palestinian protests and refusing to cover his face. While his wife Noor Abdallah gave birth to their son alone, Mahmoud sat in ICE detention in Louisiana.Hawk discusses the heartbreaking and outrageous story of Khalil’s arrest, the shadowy role of Canary Mission, and the disturbing involvement of officials like Marco Rubio and Columbia professor Shai Davidai. He explores how dissent is being crim...2025-05-2749 min
Hawk PodcastsEl Salvador, Bukele & CECOTIn this episode, Hawk discusses El Salvador, its current President Nayib Bukele, and the controversial CECOT prison. Hawk provides historical context about El Salvador from pre-colonial times through its civil war, explaining how gangs like MS-13 and Barrio 18 (which originated in Los Angeles) created severe violence in El Salvador until Bukele's crackdown beginning in 2022. The video details how El Salvador became the murder capital of the world before Bukele implemented a state of exception that suspended constitutional rights.Hawk extensively describes the CECOT terrorism confinement center, a massive prison built in just six months that now holds...2025-04-2850 min
Hawk PodcastsZee Cohen-Sanchez of National Ground GameThe episode features a conversation between Hawk and Zee Cohen-Sanchez from Nationalgroundgame.com about two special elections in Florida for vacant House seats, with candidates Gay Valamont and Josh Weil running in traditionally Republican districts. Zee, who works with National Ground Game, discusses how these races are unexpectedly competitive, with Democratic candidates out-fundraising their Republican opponents by significant margins. The conversation highlights that early voting results are promising for Democrats, and that issues like veteran benefits, Social Security, and recent controversies involving Trump appointees and Republican text message leaks are resonating with voters in these districts.Zee e...2025-03-2943 min
Hawk PodcastsHawk Interviews Chris KluweHawk interviews former NFL player and social justice activist Chris Kluwe. They discuss Kluwe's recent arrest in Huntington Beach while protesting a controversial plaque at the local library, which he argues was designed to promote a far-right agenda. The conversation expands into the broader political climate of the city, highlighting its history with white nationalist movements and how local officials are using their positions to advance personal ambitions rather than serving the community. Kluwe criticizes the city council's attempts at book bans and library privatization, emphasizing the need for community activism to push back against authoritarian policies....2025-02-2349 min
Hawk PodcastsLaughter in Light Discusses Bird Flu (H5N1)In this episode Hawk interviews Dr. Melanie Matheu, PhD (Laughter in Light on TikTok), an immunologist and scientist, to discuss H5N1 bird flu. Dr. Matheu explains that H5N1 is a highly pathogenic influenza virus that has historically had a 52-56% mortality rate in humans, though this rate could decrease if the virus becomes more widespread. While the virus currently cannot spread between humans, Dr. Matheu warns that it is likely only one mutation away from gaining this ability, which she estimates could happen within the next two years.The conversation explores how H5N1 differs...2025-01-1154 min
Hawk PodcastsTikTok Ban and the Supreme CourtThis episode discusses the upcoming Supreme Court oral arguments regarding the TikTok ban legislation, scheduled for January 10th, 2025. The legislation, which was rapidly passed through Congress in just eight days, requires ByteDance (TikTok's Chinese parent company) to divest its ownership of TikTok's U.S. operations or face a ban. Hawk analyzed the government's legal brief, which argues that the legislation addresses national security concerns about Chinese government control rather than content regulation, though Hawk notes that the government's brief lacks concrete evidence of actual harm.Hawk expresses skepticism about the government's stated motivations, suggesting that the legislation...2025-01-0646 min
Hawk PodcastsTrump Remains a Convicted FelonIn this December 26, 2024 episode, Hawk analyzes a recent court decision regarding Donald Trump's claims of presidential immunity in his Manhattan criminal case, where he was convicted on 34 felony counts for falsifying business records. The decision, written by Judge Juan Merchan on December 16, 2024, came in response to Trump's motion to dismiss the indictment and vacate the jury's verdict based on a Supreme Court immunity decision from July 1, 2024.Hawk details how Judge Merchan systematically dismantled Trump's immunity claims, explaining that the evidence in question related to unofficial rather than official acts, and therefore wasn't protected by presidential immunity. The...2024-12-2750 min
Hawk PodcastsToday's Current EventsIn this episode of Hawk Droppings, Hawk discusses several significant international and domestic events, including the rapid collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria, the complex geopolitical implications of this power shift, and the ongoing conflicts involving Iran, Hamas, and Israel. He provides an in-depth analysis of the Syrian civil war, highlighting the role of various proxy forces and the potential consequences of Assad's fall, while also critiquing the actions of multiple governments in the region.The episode also covers domestic political issues, including Donald Trump's threats against the January 6 committee members, with Hawk praising Liz Cheney...2024-12-1046 min
Hawk PodcastsNews Wrap UpThis podcast episode gives a critical analysis of the current political landscape, focusing on the potential implications of Donald Trump's potential second presidential term and the systematic erosion of democratic institutions. Hawk provides a comprehensive overview of Trump's potential cabinet selections, highlighting concerns about the qualifications and ethical backgrounds of proposed nominees, including individuals facing serious allegations of misconduct.He extensively explores the broader political context, including voter suppression tactics, targeted attempts to disenfranchise minority populations, and the strategic attacks on voting processes in key swing states. Hawk specifically emphasizes how these efforts are fundamentally rooted in...2024-11-2048 min
Hawk PodcastsJordan the Grey WitchIn this podcast episode of Hawk Droppings, host Hawk and guest Jordan "The Grey Witch" have a spirited and candid conversation that covers everything from misogyny and social media trolls to the fascinating world of toxic masculinity. Hawk starts off by expressing his admiration for Jordan’s “clapback game” against trolls, and Jordan proudly agrees, sharing how every hostile comment she gets online only fuels her powers fending off unwanted attention since she was 14. Hawk laughs, especially when describing her partner as a Viking look-alike—who had no idea how much attention she attracted until he started dating her. Together...2024-11-1358 min
Hawk PodcastsElection Night RecapHawk recorded this episode approximately 36 hours after Donald Trump was declared the winner of the 2024 presidential election, defeating Kamala Harris (who had taken over the Democratic nomination from Joe Biden). Hawk begins by sharing an editorial from Le Monde, which characterizes Trump's reelection as "the end of an American era" and warns of severe global consequences, particularly for European security and democratic institutions worldwide.He discusses various aspects of the election results, including the significant drop in Democratic voter turnout compared to 2020 (13 million fewer voters), Trump's gains in 48 out of 50 states, and the ineffectiveness of Harris's well-run...2024-11-0845 min
Hawk PodcastsWill WestmorelandIn this episode of Hawk Droppings, host Hawk interviews Will Westmoreland, a seasoned political consultant with over 30 years of experience in U.S. elections. Westmoreland shares his background, from early campaign roles, including the Clinton-Gore campaign in 1992, to his current consulting work, providing insights into voter outreach, campaign strategy, and how the political landscape has evolved over the decades. With a critical Election Day approaching, Hawk and Westmoreland delve into the mechanics of polling, early voting trends, and the overall anxiety surrounding the political divide in the U.S.Westmoreland explains the intricacies of modern polling, addressing...2024-10-291h 01
Hawk PodcastsDebbie Mucarsel-PowellIn what sounds like history's most congested podcast episode, our sneezing host Hawk delivers the latest on Florida's Senate race, where former Medicare-fraud champion turned Senator Rick Scott is facing off against Debbie Mucarsel-Powell. Apparently, Rick Scott spent $160 million of his own money to win three elections by razor-thin margins, which Hawk suggests might be a sign of mental illness - hey, at least he's creating jobs in the campaign advertising industry!Between sneezes and allergy attacks, Hawk explains how Scott - a man who literally banned the phrase "climate change" from government documents in a state...2024-10-2440 min
Hawk PodcastsTennessee BrandoJoin Hawk and his guest Tennessee Brando as they discuss today's upside down world of politics, where Tennessee Brando sticks out like a blue dot in a sea of red. They swap stories of navigating life in a deep-red state, with Brando humorously recalling how talking politics in a Tennessee bar would have him checking over his shoulder, unlike the carefree political discussions he and Hawk had when he was visiting San Francisco, California. They laugh about how Republicans in Tennessee overreach so hard, you'd think they were stretching to grab the last PBR from the fridge at a...2024-10-1750 min
Hawk PodcastsSubscriber Requests: Part 1Alright, folks, buckle up! Today’s podcast episode is brought to you by the one, the only, Hawk—who, let’s be honest, may need an intervention for his microphone. It’s loose again, people. If this podcast had a production budget, that mic would have gone the way of Trump’s dietitian—a distant memory! After struggling to find a topic that wasn’t dark or depressing, Hawk did the sensible thing: he outsourced his job to the internet. Why spend time planning your show when you can let TikTok and Patreon comments drive your content? The man’s living the dre...2024-10-0845 min
Hawk PodcastsDay of Truth & ReconciliationThis episode of Hawk Droppings focuses on the Day of Truth and Reconciliation and the history of Native American / Indigenous boarding schools in the United States / Canada. Hawk, shares his recent journey of learning about the indigenous peoples who originally inhabited the land where he now lives in Marin County, California. He discusses the Coast Miwok tribe and his efforts to educate himself about their history and culture.Hawk then moves into the dark history of Native American / Indigenous boarding schools, which were established by the governments of Canada and the United States, often in collaboration with...2024-10-0153 min
Hawk PodcastsSpringfield, OhioIn this episode Hawk delivers a sobering account of recent events in Springfield, Ohio, involving unfounded allegations against the local Haitian immigrant community. The episode traces the origin and rapid spread of a baseless rumor claiming that Haitian immigrants were kidnapping and eating pets. Hawk meticulously outlines how this false narrative, which began with an unverified Facebook post, was amplified by right-wing media figures and politicians, including Senator JD Vance and former President Donald Trump.The podcast delves into the real-world consequences of this misinformation campaign, detailing how it led to bomb threats against schools, hospitals, and...2024-09-1644 min
Hawk PodcastsHawk Droppings - Ep 34: Special Guest Kyle I, PhDIn this episode of "Hawk Droppings," the host interviews Kyle I, PhD, who is possibly the most adorable human alive. I mean, I dare you to not smile when he does. Go on, just try it. Why can't we all have that impact on one another?Anyway, Kyle has accidentally become the digital campaign manager for every underdog Democrat in America. Kyle, who started with a whopping 165 followers, now spends his days helping state representatives and congressional hopefuls go from obscurity to TikTok stardom faster than you can say "Leave No Dem Behind."Hawk and...2024-09-1051 min
Hawk PodcastsHawk & Attorney Di - Two Lawyers Discuss All Things LegalJoin Hawk and Attorney Di as they dive into the legal chaos surrounding Trump’s cases, touching on everything from Judge Chutkan’s firm handling of Trump’s legal shenanigans to Jack Smith’s meticulous approach in making the case "bulletproof." Di couldn’t hide her admiration for Judge Chutkan's professionalism, while Hawk marveled at how Jack Smith continues to surprise with his bold legal moves, including the clever use of grand juries to dodge immunity issues. The duo also laughed about the ever-absurd courtroom antics, such as the time Rudy Giuliani literally farted his way into infamy by giving Jen...2024-09-0955 min
Hawk PodcastsTexas Trey - Ex Trump Supporter Turned DemocratHawk sits down with Texas Trey, a reformed Republican who traded his MAGA hat for a Biden button faster than you can say "covfefe." Trey spills the beans on his journey from religious conservative to lefty liberal, proving that miracles do happen - even in the heart of Texas. Along the way, we learn that growing up in small-town Texas is basically like living in a country song, minus the pickup truck and dog (maybe).Our dynamic duo dives deep into the psyche of Trump supporters, citing their make up of everything from evangelical Christians to that...2024-09-0459 min
Hawk PodcastsLloyd Smith - Democratic Candidate for District 4 in KentuckyDonations: https://hopkinsforlloydsmith.com/donateCampaign Website: https://hopkinsforlloydsmith.comTiktok @lloydsmithforky: https://www.tiktok.com/@lloydsmithforkyFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hopkinsforlloydsmithThis episode features an interview with Lloyd Smith, a Democratic candidate running for Kentucky State Representative in District 4. Lloyd discusses his background growing up on a farm in rural Kentucky, his struggles with addiction, and his path to recovery. He explains how his father, a union coal miner and local union president, inspired his interest in politics and public service. Lloyd describes the challenges of running as a Democrat in a...2024-08-2948 min
Hawk PodcastsRepublicans Plan to Steal Your VoteIn this episode of "Hawk Droppings," our host Hawk goes on an impassioned rant about the upcoming 2024 election that's hotter than Rudy Giuliani's infamous COVID-spreading fart cloud. Hawk dives into the shenanigans of election denial groups, new voting laws, and Republican efforts to "ensure election integrity" (wink wink) with all the subtlety of a bull in a ballot box shop.Our fearless podcaster takes us on a whirlwind tour of swing states, red states, and blue states, painting a picture so vivid you'd think he was using hair dye that runs down the side of his face...2024-08-1248 min
Hawk PodcastsMAGA 2024 Election ShenanigansHawk is not holding back on the MAGA madness! This time, he's tackling a Rolling Stone article about pro-Trump election deniers infiltrating swing state election offices. But don't worry, he's not buying the fear-mongering. He's pretty sure 70 conspiracy-loving Gomer Pyles can't outvote millions of sane Americans. Plus, he reminds us that Trump's not in the White House anymore, so his "find me 11,780 votes" shtick might not fly this time.Our host then dives into the Republican obsession with controlling everyone's lives, wondering why they're so fixated on other people's business. He ponders if they're all just incredibly...2024-07-3142 min
Hawk PodcastsBiden WithdrawsIn this episode Hawk discusses a significant development in the 2024 U.S. presidential race: Joe Biden's withdrawal from the campaign and his endorsement of Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee. Hawk expresses enthusiasm for this change, viewing it as a positive shift that will energize the Democratic party and present a strong challenge to Donald Trump. He praises Biden's decision as patriotic and statesmanlike, highlighting Biden's accomplishments during his presidency and long career in public service.He then delves into Kamala Harris's background and qualifications, emphasizing her experience as a prosecutor, district attorney, and California Attorney General...2024-07-2238 min
Hawk PodcastsThe Supreme Court Presidential Immunity DecisionIn this episode of "Hawk Droppings," Hawk spends a solid 40 minutes alternating between legal analysis and existential despair over the Supreme Court's latest decision on presidential immunity. Apparently, the justices have decided that presidents can use the Department of Justice as their personal Revenge-O-Matic 3000, as long as they pinky swear it's for "official business." Hawk, clearly thrilled by this development, compares reading Chief Justice John Roberts' opinions to slogging through a swamp of legalese molasses.
As if that weren't enough fun, Hawk treats us to a delightful tour of his emotional rollercoaster ride through social media. Picture a theme park...2024-07-0240 min
Hawk PodcastsTrump's Supreme Court Immunity DecisionIn this episode Hawk, fresh from his COVID-19 adventure, stumbles through the maze of Donald Trump's immunity claims. Picture this: Trump, the former Commander-in-Chief and convicted felon, is essentially arguing for a "Get Out of Jail Free" card that would make even Monopoly players jealous. The Supreme Court, meanwhile, is busy trying to decide if being President is like having a lifetime supply of legal teflon.Hawk takes us on a whirlwind tour of the oral arguments, where justices pondered such pressing questions such as whether a president could order a military coup (you know, just your...2024-06-2737 min
Hawk PodcastsWhite Christian Nationalism - Part 4You're gonna need a hot shower with an abrasive loofah sponge after listening to this one. It's another wild ride with Hawk as he continues to delve into the twisted minds of far-right Christian nationalists hellbent on establishing a real-life Gilead (not the land of milk and honey one, rather the one where everyone is evil). First up is Russell Vaught, a "battle-tested bureaucrat" who wants to turn the presidency into an absolute dictatorship if Trump gets re-elected. With his "radical constitutionalism" agenda, Vaught dreams of mass deportations, criminalizing abortion nationwide, and unleashing the military on American soil to...2024-06-1545 min
Hawk PodcastsSpecial EpisodeHawk begins this special episode by celebrating the news that Steve Bannon has been convicted of contempt of Congress and sentenced to four months in prison. Hawk mocks Bannon's legal team and revels in the fact that Bannon's popular right-wing podcast will be off the air during the critical months leading up to the November election. Hawk then launches into a wide-ranging discussion of current events, sarcastically criticizing Republicans like Matt Gaetz, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Charlie Kirk for their outrage over Bannon's sentence.Hawk goes on to analyze the implications of Donald Trump's guilty verdict in...2024-06-0728 min
Hawk Podcasts2,000 Mules for 74 Million FoolsIn this episode of "Hawk Droppings," Hawk delves into the controversial film "2000 Mules," which purports to provide evidence that the 2020 election was stolen through ballot harvesting. He meticulously debunks the film's claims, revealing its faulty methodology, misleading assertions, and lack of credible evidence. Hawk exposes the film's creators, Dinesh D'Souza and the organization True the Vote, detailing their history of spreading misinformation, engaging in voter suppression tactics, and facing legal consequences for their actions.Hawk also provides a scathing critique of Dinesh D'Souza, the filmmaker behind "2000 Mules." He outlines D'Souza's controversial career, including his time in the...2024-06-0444 min
Hawk PodcastsDonald Trump is a Convicted FelonDonald Trump is a Convicted Felon. That is all.
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Hawk PodcastsProsecution's Opening Statement - Did they get it done?This episode revolves around the prosecution's opening argument in Donald Trump's criminal trial and whether or not the prosecution provided enough evidence to prove their case. Hawk reads the entire transcript of the opening statement delivered by prosecutor Matthew Colangelo on behalf of the Manhattan District Attorney's office. Colangelo meticulously lays out the prosecution's case, accusing Trump of orchestrating a criminal conspiracy to influence the 2016 presidential election by concealing damaging information about himself and paying hush money to adult film actress Stormy Daniels and former Playboy model Karen McDougal.Hawk asserts that the prosecution not only met...2024-05-2247 min
Hawk PodcastsRussian Intelligence & The Access Hollywood TapeIn this episode Hawk discusses the events surrounding the release of the infamous "Access Hollywood" tape in October 2016, just weeks before the presidential election. Hawk, details how the tape, which featured Donald Trump making lewd comments about women, was incredibly damaging to his campaign and led many Republicans to withdraw their support or call for him to drop out of the race. In response, Trump's campaign worked with Russian intelligence and WikiLeaks to release hacked emails from the Clinton campaign as a distraction from the tape's fallout.Hawk cites evidence from the Mueller Report and a 2020 Senate I...2024-05-1642 min
Hawk PodcastsSpecial EpisodeHawk discusses two major threats to American democracy leading up to the 2024 election. First, he highlights an article detailing the Republican Party's coordinated efforts to restrict voting access and intimidate voters, especially in minority communities. This includes recruiting over 100,000 partisan "poll watchers," challenging voter signatures on mail-in ballots, and seeking to overturn laws prohibiting voter intimidation. Hawk draws parallels to past voter suppression tactics used by Republicans.The second major topic is a concerning interview Donald Trump gave to Time Magazine, where he outlined his agenda for a potential second term as president. This includes detaining and...2024-05-0633 min
Hawk PodcastsHawk's Guest Appearance with Tom Powell Jr.Hawk was invited to be a guest on Tom Powell Jr.'s podcast - tune in for their conversation and musings as they discuss music, politics, Trump/Biden, Gaza and the lead up to the 2024 election.
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Hawk PodcastsThe Supreme Court is CorruptThe Threat to American Democracy
In this episode, Hawk expresses anger and frustration over the Supreme Court's handling of Donald Trump's claims for presidential immunity from criminal prosecution. Hawk criticizes the five male conservative justices for their perceived corruption and lack of concern for American democracy.
The episode highlights the disappointment in Chief Justice John Roberts and the surprising alignment of the court in favor of Trump. Hawk also discusses the arguments made during the oral arguments and expresses disbelief at the court's decision. The episode concludes with a sense of hopelessness and a call to action.SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH...2024-04-2623 min
Hawk PodcastsHawk Droppings - Ep 16: Trump Trial UpdateThis episode covers the contempt hearing where prosecutors sought to have Donald Trump held in contempt for violating the court's gag order nearly a dozen times. Prosecutor Chris Conroy argued that Trump's social media posts attacking witnesses like Michael Cohen and the jurors posed a threat to the proceedings and intimidated participants. He asked the judge to sanction Trump sufficiently to make him stop violating the order.Trump's defense attorney Todd Blanche countered that Trump did nothing intentional and that his posts constituted protected political speech since he is a presidential candidate. However, Judge Juan Merchon repeatedly...2024-04-2338 min
Hawk PodcastsTrump Manhattan Criminal Trial Recap - Day 1In this episode of Hawk Droppings Hawk provides a detailed recap of the first day of Donald Trump's criminal trial in Manhattan. Hawk discusses the various pre-trial motions and evidentiary issues that were addressed, including the exclusion of certain evidence related to Trump's alleged affairs and the Access Hollywood tape.Hawk explains the jury selection process, noting that over 50 of the initial 96 potential jurors were excused after stating they could not be impartial. He highlights Judge Mershon's no-nonsense approach, ordering Trump to be present in court every day or face arrest. Hawk also criticizes a Fox News...2024-04-1627 min
Hawk PodcastsTrump Criminal Trial PreviewHawk covers the upcoming criminal trial of former President Donald Trump, which is set to begin on Monday April 15, 2024 in Manhattan. Trump is facing 34 felony counts of falsifying business records related to hush money payments made to Stormy Daniels and Karen McDougal during the 2016 presidential campaign.The charges stem from a complex timeline of events involving Trump, his former lawyer Michael Cohen, and the publisher of the National Enquirer, David Pecker. In 2015-2016, Pecker agreed to help Trump's campaign by "catching and killing" any stories about Trump's alleged affairs. Cohen then facilitated the $130,000 payment to Stormy Daniels...2024-04-1446 min
Hawk PodcastsWhite Christian Nationalism - Part 3In part 3 of this series, Hawk continues his deep dive into the ideology of White Christian Nationalism in the United States. He defines it as a political movement that exploits religion for political gain, driven by well-funded elites rather than a grassroots effort. At its core is the belief that America was founded as a Christian nation for white Europeans, and that laws should be based on the Bible to maintain the power and control of straight, white, Christian men over other groups. Hawk highlights how organizations promoting this ideology rewrite history and create alternative "patriot" materials reframing the...2024-04-0344 min
Hawk PodcastsWhite Christian Nationalism - Part 2In Part 2 on White Christian Nationalism, Hawk delves into the disconnect between its principles and the teachings of Jesus Christ. He discusses the dominance and control mentality prevalent among white Christian nationalists, attributing it to underlying psychological issues such as insecurity, anxiety, and low self-esteem. Hawk explores the Seven Mountain Mandate, a dominionist movement within evangelical Christianity that seeks to control various spheres of society, and criticizes its absurdity and lack of alignment with Christian values.Hawk becomes increasingly incredulous at the actions and beliefs of white Christian nationalists, particularly in their political influence and policy decisions...2024-03-1844 min
Hawk PodcastsBonus EpisodeIn this bonus episode of Hawk Droppings, Hawk discusses the importance of swing states in past and upcoming elections, particularly focusing on Michigan, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. He emphasizes the significance of these states in determining election outcomes and notes the presence of Democratic leadership in key positions, potentially hindering Trump's efforts to challenge election results, as he attempted to do in 2020. Hawk also delves into the reliability of polling data, citing an article from Daily Kos that critiques the media's reliance on polls and argues that polling methods are flawed and becoming less accurate. He highlights discrepancies between polling...2024-03-1715 min
Hawk PodcastsWhite Christian Nationalism - Part 1In the latest episode of Hawk's Droppings, Hawk guides the audience through a peculiar journey into the world of white Christian nationalism. It all started when a curious comment prompted the exploration of this strange concoction, likened to the worst smoothie ever – a blend of Jesus, right-wing politics, racism, sexism, homophobia, and bigotry, with a dash of supremacy for texture. Hawk questions whether believers genuinely embrace these ideas or if it's just a power trip, creating a psychological puzzle to unravel.The narrative rewinds to the '70s and '80s, the birth era of the conservative Ch...2024-03-1147 min
Hawk PodcastsQ&A - Hawk Answers QuestionsHawk answers questions posted from the audience...
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Hawk PodcastsAlabama - Embryos & IVFWelcome to a thought-provoking episode of Hawk Droppings, where Hawk delves into the recent Alabama Supreme Court decision on embryos and in vitro fertilization. In this bonus episode, Hawk takes a wider perspective, starting with a stark overview of Alabama's rankings in major categories, shedding light on issues such as education, healthcare, and child well-being. With a compassionate and critical approach, Hawk explores the socio-economic challenges faced by Alabamians, questioning the priorities of elected officials and the impact of decisions like Medicaid expansion.This episode then delves into the specifics of the Alabama Supreme Court decision, unraveling...2024-02-2646 min
Hawk PodcastsJudge Engoron Decision in Trump's NY Civil TrialIn this episode Hawk delves into the intricacies of the 92-page order delivered by Judge Arthur Engoron in the Civil Fraud Trial brought by New York State Attorney General Letitia James against Donald Trump, his two adult sons,and the Trump Organization.
The burden of proof in this case, being a civil one, is the preponderance of evidence, a lower standard than in criminal cases. Hawk then provides an overview of the seven causes of action in the case and highlights the significant motion for summary judgment granted by the judge, establishing a decade-long pattern of fraudulent behavior.
The episode...2024-02-1948 min
Hawk PodcastsPresidential ImmunityHawk discusses all things around Donald Trump's claim of Presidential Immunity as a defense for his attempts to overturn the 2020 Presidential Election results, Conspiracy to Defraud the United States, Conspiracy to Obstruct an Official Proceeding, Conspiracy Against Rights, etc.
Specifically Hawk discusses 3 documents:
1. The December 1st order from Judge Tanya Chutkan stating that he does not have Presidential Immunity for crimes committed while in office
2. The recent decision by the DC District Court of Appeals stating that Donald Trump does not have Presidential Immunity for crimes committed while in office
3. Donald Trump's appeal to the US Supreme Court regarding his...2024-02-1450 min
Hawk PodcastsRoy Cohn - Trump's Most Important MentorHawk discusses Roy Cohn - Donald Trump's most important mentor and the man who made Donald Trump the man he is today. He is an attorney Trump hired to represent him when he and his father were sued by the US Government for racist practices in how they rented apartments in their residential NY real estate properties.
He was described by people who knew him as a "snake" and "scoundrel" and for the last 15 years of his life Roy Cohn was a mentor and best friend to Donald Trump. This episode will be in two parts - first discussing Roy...2024-02-0550 min
Hawk PodcastsColorado - 14th AmendmentHawk discusses the trial court decision out of Colorado that determined Trump committed insurrection against the United States and the Colorado Supreme Court's decision that Trump is not eligibility to be on the ballot under Section 3 of the 14th Amendment to the US Constitution
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Hawk PodcastsThe Atlantic - Part 1Hawk discusses 24 essays written by 24 writers from The Atlantic focused on What Happens if Donald Trump Wins a Second TermSUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK
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Hawk Podcasts5th Circuit Court of AppealsDiscussion includes the 5th circuit court of appeals covers Texas, Louisiana and Mississippi and the district courts within the 5th circuit, how things are structured, the responsibilities of each court and how appeals work with circuit courts.The 5th circuit is one of the most conservative circuit courts in the country. Of the 17 active judges only 2 were appointed by democrats and 6 of them were appointed by Donald Trump. There are 9 senior judges that have a large body of experience that basically work 1/2 time and have not yet retired. The only court that is above the circuit courts...2024-01-1345 min
Hawk PodcastsProject 2025Project 2025 is a plan to reshape the executive branch of the U.S. federal government in the event of a Republican victory in the2024 U.S. presidential election. Established in 2022, the project seeks to recruit tens of thousands of conservatives toWashington, D.C., to replace existing federal civil service workers it characterizes as the "deep state", to further the objectives of the next Republican president. Although participants in the project cannot promote a specific presidential candidate, many have close ties toDonald Trump and theTrump 2024 presidential campaign. The plan would perform a swift takeover of the entire executive branch under a...2024-01-1245 min
datacenterHawk4Q 2020 Data Center Industry AnalysisThis is an episode of HawkPodcast, datacenterHawk’s viewpoints on the data center industry. If you enjoyed this episode, you can check them all out on our blog. If you’d like to know when we release future episodes, please subscribe.
The main takeaways from 4Q 2020
2020 ended up being a year filled with events that no one expected. These unexpected challenges led to record demand in the data center industry.
The fourth quarter wrapped up one of the largest growth years for the industry. Five of the top ten markets in North America (Dallas, Phoenix, Northern California, Northern Virginia, Northern New...2021-01-2527 min
datacenterHawk3Q 2020 Data Center Market OverviewIn Podcast 35, David and Mike take a dive into the 3Q trends and analysis based on their thoughts and predictions they made at the beginning of the quarter.
This is an episode of HawkPodcast, datacenterHawk’s viewpoints on the data center industry. If you enjoyed this episode, you can check them all out on our blog. If you’d like to know when we release future episodes, you can subscribe here. You can also click here if you want to read our 3Q 2020 data center overview for North America and Europe.
3Q has wrapped up, you can read more about it o...2020-10-2723 min
datacenterHawkData center predictions for 2H 2020In Podcast 31, David and Mike take a quick look back at the first half of 2020 and also take a look forward to discuss what the second half will look like for the data center market.
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2Q has wrapped up, you can read more about it on our 2Q 2020 data center market overview, but...2020-07-3016 min
datacenterHawkHawkPodcast 30 - European Data Center MarketsIn Podcast 30, David is joined by datacenterHawk’s lead European analyst to discuss some of the trends we’ve seen in the European data center market.
Check out a few quick takeaways from our conversation below.
This is an episode of HawkPodcast, datacenterHawk’s viewpoints on the data center industry. If you enjoyed this episode, you can check them all out on our blog. If you’d like to know when we release future episodes, you can subscribe here. You can also click here if you want to read our 2Q 2020 data center overview for North America and Europe.
European Demand T...2020-07-2831 min
datacenterHawkWhat is a Data Center? HawkPodcast 28What is a data center?
We dive into the fundamentals of a data center and give a basic overview for anyone who is looking to get into the industry.
On this podcast, David and I are going over the first of eight topics on data center fundamentals. We covered this in a blog series as well as an email course. Today, we answer the question “What is a data center?” and discuss some of the defining characteristics of this real estate class.
A data center is a facility that houses digital infrastructure. That’s the most basic definition that we could...2020-06-2449 min
datacenterHawkHawkPodcast 27 - A look back at our 2020 predictions we made at the beginning of the yearThis is an episode of HawkPodcast, datacenterHawk’s internal conversations about the data center industry. If you enjoyed this episode, you can check them all out on our blog. If you’d like to know when we release future episodes, you can subscribe here.
On HawkPodcast 27 David and I look back at HawkPodcast 20, where we made our predictions for 2020, and see what we got right, and what we missed, and how COVID-19 has impacted them. (spoiler: we didn’t predict a global pandemic would occur.)
Here are a few quick takeaways from our conversation as well as links to what we tal...2020-05-2937 min