Best exhausted Majority Podcasts (2024)

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We Are The Exhausted Majority 1:15:22

22d ago1:15:22

1:15:22

13:00 TEMP CHECK: Will this week’s headlines give you a fever or make you freeze? 45:00 MAIN NEWS: Sami and V define the term ‘Manufactured Consensus’ and how social media has been used to sway popular opinion towards believing that a third party has more support than we think. Not sure how to spot a bot? Make sure to tune in next week for an in de…

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42. Maybe we were not ready - Michalis Mamakos 21:30

37m ago21:30

21:30

The Trolls Among Us: Understanding and Mitigating Online Toxicity Send us a Text Message. Support the Show. Show Notes: https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload. HOTLINE: 925-552-7885 Got a Questio…

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Will Project 2025 Turn America into a Theocracy? 1:04:39

21h ago1:04:39

1:04:39

Back from Vidcon, V and Sami are comparing Project 2025, the Nazi's, Theocracy and Saudi Arabia, and where a win for Trump this fall would leave us. V and Sami also explore what the current round of Supreme Court rulings mean, and how this might be the end of #vanlife. TEMP CHECK: What are the realities of Project 2025? Everyone is quick to compare…

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America Doesn’t Give Time for Grief 1:09:35

1d ago1:09:35

1:09:35

Sami and V are joined by host and creative director at MSNBC Live, Luke Russert, to talk about his book Look for Me There: Grieving My Father, Finding Myself. “Give them the best and the world will take care of the rest.” Luke shares how his grandparents’ and parents’ legacies shaped not only his career but his worldview. There is no correct way to…

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Okay Boomer - Housing - Cameron Lee Cowan and Jake Didinsky 22:47

1d ago22:47

22:47

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Okay Boomer series! In this episode, we shift the mic to the younger generation for a conversation about a critical issue: housing. Skyrocketing rents and the seemingly impossible dream of homeownership are leaving many young adults feeling frustrated and hopeless. Our guests, Cameron Lee Cowan (writer) and J…

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The Gen Z D.A.R.E. 1:17:50

2d ago1:17:50

1:17:50

04:45 TEMP CHECK: Will this week’s headlines give you a fever or make you freeze? 24:45 MAIN NEWS: Now that Louisiana has posted the 10 Commandments in every classroom, Sami and V discuss how extreme conservatives are spreading the Christian Dominionist Movement and how they want to completely rewrite the Constitution to create a more evangelical A…

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Stoop Talk: Episode 9; Jay's 5K 1:00:36

3d ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Jay runs his 5K from the Betslip punishment. Jay's dad joins the Stoop as we prepare for a diaper party.

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The Air In Your Home Can Make You Sick 15:33

4d ago15:33

15:33

Is the air quality in your home making you sick? In this episode Dr. Darlene Gustin, ND fills in co-host Donna Cappuccitti all about the unknown contaminants that may be lurking in the air you breathe in your own home. It is so surprising to find out that subtle contaminants such as off-gases and even the cleaning products we use, can cause our imm…

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Can Roe Be Reinstated? 33:07

8d ago33:07

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00:00 Sami and V are joined by authors Lisa Lerer & Elizabeth Dias of the new book The Fall of Roe: the Rise Of A New America, to discuss the decades of work done by anti-abortion groups to finally overturn Roe. 11:00 V wonders if American politicians had been more comfortable with using the word ‘abortion’ and didn’t shy away from these conversati…

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41. You can't make something settled just by saying it's settled - Ilana Redstone 29:10

9d ago29:10

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How Certainty Fuels Outrage and Division In this episode of the Outrage Overload podcast, we delight in a thought-provoking conversation with Ilana Redstone, a leading expert on the psychology of certainty. Redstone introduces the concept of the "certainty trap" and explores how absolute certainty can hinder intellectual growth and impede healthy d…

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Media Literacy 101 - What’s Legit & What To Quit 1:13:36

11d ago1:13:36

1:13:36

00:00 Welcome to your guide on media literacy. V and Sami explore how social media is used in hybrid warfare to manipulate public opinion through disinformation and emphasize the need to rebuild social trust. 16:00 How can you spot a bot? In a few easy steps you too can spot disinformation through fake accounts, false engagement, and artificial int…

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A Vision for Progressive Capitalism & Economic Patriotism 27:47

15d ago27:47

27:47

1:20 Sami and V are joined by Representative Ro Khanna to share his economic philosophies and proposed changes to the legislative and judicial branches, which already have bipartisan support among voters (though not lawmakers!) 9:00 They discuss the threat of AI to elections and discourse, and what regulations are needed around to rebuild trust in …

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BONUS - Negativity Addiction - Travis Monteleone 32:25

16d ago32:25

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How Negativity Bias Fuels Toxic Politics In this episode of Outrage Overload, we explore the concept of negativity bias and its role in toxic polarization. We are joined by Travis Monteleone, a private equity investor and depolarization advocate. Monteleone argues that negativity bias is a major factor contributing to toxic polarization because it …

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Episode 74: Cold Crab Dip 1:05:01

17d ago1:05:01

1:05:01

The boys get in a rabbit hole and don’t have a lot of sports topics. Smokin Joes, Sam’s Club, taking a shower in a public sink, weeds, cold crab dip; we cover it all.

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40. You're funneled down this rabbit hole of extremist beliefs - Jack Wippell 37:00

24d ago37:00

37:00

How to Combat Youth Radicalization Using Learning Psychology In this episode, we explore the rise of youth radicalization and the potential for online platforms to play a role in the radicalization process with Jack Wippell, an expert in extremism and radicalization. Jack shares insights into the factors that make individuals susceptible to radical…

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Use It Or Lose It: Stimulating Our Brain And Body 15:19

24d ago15:19

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Welcome to our first episode recorded in a real podcast studio! In this episode, Dr. Darlene Gustin, ND discusses with Donna Cappuccitti the importance of how we all need to keep learning, no matter what our age is. And that stimulation for the mind and body is crucial for all ages. Please let us know what you think of our new sound. Thank you for …

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Will Social Media Kill Elections? 1:15:16

26d ago1:15:16

1:15:16

7:55 TEMP CHECK: Sami and V are back this week to check your temperature on 6 new headlines. Have you ever heard of auto-brewery syndrome? 33:40 MAIN NEWS: After reviewing Trump’s convictions, Sami and V uncover how social media could be the end to elections and how foreign interference poses a significant threat to democratic processes (and also t…

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Episode 73: Torkelson GONE 1:07:32

1M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

The boys go over their usual opening topics. Weekends and today's Smokin Joes brutal game is covered. Spencer Torkelson finally gets sent down to AAA Toledo to continue being brutal, GM Troy Weaver of the Pistons gets told to pack his shit, and a player is impressing at Lions OTAs. Jay loses the Betslip once again and has to spin the wheel of punis…

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Prioritizing Maternal Mental Health 28:29

1M ago28:29

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2:00 Sami and V are joined by New York Governor Kathy Hochul to discuss the impact of New York becoming the first state to create a paid family leave program for prenatal care. 8:00 A $1 billion plan was put forward to overhaul New York state’s mental health system, allocating $1.6 million specifically for maternal mental health initiatives. They d…

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Episode 72: Huffin’ Exhaust 1:09:52

1M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

The boys enjoy their Memorial Day weekend as Jay and Cal build a deck and Joe takes out a bush. We finally give our takes on the Lions schedule release, and the Tigers are on a 3 game win streak. Jay is one loss away from another punishment on the Betslip.

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The Military Isn’t As Conservative As You Think 52:53

1M ago52:53

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2:30 TEMP CHECK: New take on Temp Check where we cover 8 wild headlines. Does your fever spike or sink? 25:15 MAIN NEWS: In honor of Memorial Day, they sound the alarm against the treatment of veterans and the proposed changes to veterans’ benefits under Project 2025. But don’t worry, Biden dropped a new fiscal budget with $369 billion for the DoD …

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Allred for Texas, Adios Ted! 30:03

1M ago30:03

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Topics: Representative Colin Allred discusses his vision for a more equitable Texas and his campaign to unseat Ted Cruz, stressing the need for a more engaged and representative leader. Allred shares his journey from being an NFL linebacker to a lawyer and now a representative, driven by a desire to represent all 30 million Texans. Sami and V ask A…

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39. The Poisoning of the American Mind - Lawrence Eppard (rebroadcast) 42:18

1M ago42:18

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I sit down with Lawrence Eppard to explore the complex landscape of media trust in America. How do we grapple with the challenges of misinformation, disinformation, and news literacy in an increasingly polarized media landscape? From dissecting the roots of media distrust to exploring strategies for staying informed without succumbing to outrage ov…

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This Is Why We Choose The Bear 1:12:10

1M ago1:12:10

1:12:10

4:27 TEMP CHECK: Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi, the country’s foreign minister, and six passengers were found dead at the site of a helicopter crash on Monday, one month before the next election. Was it foul play or an inevitable accident? 20:30 MAIN NEWS: After uncovering the brutality of P. Diddy’s assault on Cassie Ventura and Sami, V exposes …

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Episode 71: Smokin Joes Get Bent 1:10:06

1M ago1:10:06

1:10:06

The boys re-live the ass whooping they recieved at floor hockey. We touch on the Tigers and a little bit about the Stanley Cup playoffs. Other than that, we share some laughs and some stories like usual. Jay is two losses away from ANOTHER punishment on the Betslip...

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This Is America, You Have The Right To Be Wrong And Stupid 52:33

2M ago52:33

52:33

Topics: Sami is joined by Sharon McMahon, the author of “The Small and the Mighty,” to share how history can be constructed and verified as accurately as possible. Sharon stresses the importance of local journalism and how it has been the backbone of America’s microcultures. How different generations navigate gathering information, disseminating it…

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BONUS - America on the Knife’s Edge 48:00

2M ago48:00

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In this special documentary-style episode of the Outrage Overload podcast, we look at the world of electoral politics and the challenges of close elections. Drawing inspiration from the movie "Swing Vote" and real-life insights from history, political science, and contemporary discourse, we explore the trend of close elections and the implications …

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Episode 70: Jared Goff Signs Massive Contract Extension 55:53

2M ago55:53

55:53

Joe is a healthy scratch for today's episode. Smokin Joes are 2-0 for the first time in team history. Cal and Jay deliver takes on the Jared Goff contract signing, the Tigers current status and the MLB paying too much attention to analytics, the NHL playoffs, and the Pistons getting absolutely hosed in the NBA draft lottery for the second year in a…

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Politicians Need To Say F*ck More 1:05:52

2M ago1:05:52

1:05:52

15:55 TEMP CHECK: Vice President Harris spoke at the Asian Pacific American Institute for Congressional Studies’ annual legislative leadership summit and imparted some honest words to the group. 24:30 MAIN NEWS: Sami and V give a rundown of the MANY threats to the 2024 election, from AI and disinformation, to election denial, to voter suppression b…

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How The Supreme Court Became Weaponized 54:10

2M ago54:10

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Topics: Sami and V are joined by the hosts of Strict Scrutiny to talk about how the Supreme Court’s handling of important cases like Mifepristone and EMTALA raises concerns about standing and the potential impact on reproductive rights. They predict the risks of the Supreme Court undermining federal supremacy over state law as constitutional princi…

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38. Was it social media in the living room with the candlestick? - Thomas Zeitzoff 29:31

2M ago29:31

29:31

How to Rise Above Nasty Politics In this episode of the Outrage Overload podcast, host David Beckmeyer interviews Thomas Zeitzoff, a professor specializing in political violence and political psychology. The episode explores the concept of "nasty politics" and its impact on political discourse and democracy. Zeitzoff discusses the different forms o…

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Mamala For America, Dictator For A Day 58:00

2M ago58:00

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12:45 TEMP CHECK: V and Sami take the nation’s temperature after Drew Barrymore’s “Mamala Controversy” and how her interview with Vice President Harris became cringe-worthy and even inappropriate. 29:17 MAIN NEWS: Project 2025 outlines Trump’s policy plans, which aims to consolidate executive authority and implement conservative policies, potential…

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Episode 69: Bally Sports Drops the Ball Yet Again 1:02:07

2M ago1:02:07

1:02:07

The boys talk about their weekend as Jay ends up camping in the middle of nowhere in Grayling. Smokin Joes had their game canceled for the first time in team history. The Wings add a couple of names to the Team USA IIHF hockey roster. The Tigers could be one of the best teams in the entire MLB if they figure out their offense just a LITTLE bit. Bal…

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The Connection Between Autocracy And Antisemitism 33:40

2M ago33:40

33:40

Samantha Vinograd, senior national security counselor and assistant secretary for counterterrorism and threat prevention at the DHS, joins Sami and V to talk about how the council is approaching Holocaust denialism and the lack of Holocaust education. Lawmakers proposed the bipartisan Antisemitism Awareness Act, which would codify the International…

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