Shows
Personal Politics with MercThe Cross and the Guillotinein this recording I discuss what the cornerstones of my political beliefs are.
2022-11-251h 16Personal Politics with MercEpisode I: Why Slavery Still MattersThe first in a multi part series on slavery and race in American history.
2021-08-1548 min2021-07-091h 57Personal Politics with MercHappy Juneteenth!I discuss why Juneteenth matters, what the heck is going on with the GOP and why dems are failing, as well as why we should care about what superhero shows are doing. Plus a couple recommendations at the end!
2021-06-191h 12Personal Politics with MercEpisode 5: Political Despair and Personal DespairIt's a 2 parter today folks. I was going to release this yesterday and then the news broke about Ruth Bader Ginsburg, so I wanted to add my thoughts on that whole dilemma. In the first part of the episode I break down the SCOTUS question as well as RBG's legacy. In the second half I discuss deaths of despair, mental health, and living with these challenges. Enjoy!
2020-09-192h 042020-09-1531 minPersonal Politics with MercChadwick Boseman, A wonderful Actor, a Better Man.Today I discuss the passing of actor Chadwick Boseman, and why it matters so much.
2020-09-0357 minPersonal Politics with MercA Shooting and Mount EverestJacob Blake is shot for...no reason? and what that has in common with the tallest mountain in the world.
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