Best Tochi Onyebuchi Podcasts (2024)

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The Tick-Tock on the TikTok Ban 47:23

4M ago47:23

47:23

Tochi returns to shore! They discuss events in Israel assault on Gaza and why the government is wasting time on a TikTok ban. For the timeline on the TikTok ban: https://www.axios.com/2024/03/12/tiktok-ban-explain-why-china-congress Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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Tochi For President?! 1:16:46

4M ago1:16:46

1:16:46

Tochi and Zell look at a looonnggg year ahead. They discuss updates on Israel assault on Gaza and the Super Tuesday results and polls. Much of Zell's info on polling comes from https://www.realclearpolling.com/latest-polls. **Quick heads up: No episode the week of March 15.** Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellW…

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Uncommitted to the Game 1:13:39

4M ago1:13:39

1:13:39

Tochi and Zell look at Mitten State giving Biden the back hand. They discuss the Flour Massacure, Aaron Bushnell, and the 100K uncommitted votes in Michigan. Then the end of Mitch McConnell and "dynamic pricing," late-stage capitalism's high-water mark. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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Caping for 14th (Respect Yourself 55:54

5M ago55:54

55:54

Tochi and Zell want us all to do better. They discuss updates on Israel's war on Gaza and how the life and death of Alexei Navalny will impact Russia. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuch & A. Zell Williams

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The Millennial Cronkite Returns 1:10:41

5M ago1:10:41

1:10:41

Tochi and Zell take it back to The Oughts. They discuss Israel's assault on Rafah, conflict in the DR of Congo, and the return of Jon Stewart. From The Hollywood Reporter Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuchi & A. Zell Williams

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You Can't Eat Democracy 1:16:57

5M ago1:16:57

1:16:57

Tochi and Zell look at why autocracies are popping all over. They discuss negoiations to end Israel's assault on Gaza, why the pharse, "You can't eat democracy," may explain all of global politics, and video game backlogs. Watch Leeja Miller's great video, "Are You Morally Obligated to Vote for Biden?" Check out Ken Opalo's piece, "You Can't Eat De…

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Traitor Joe's v. Labor?! 1:09:50

5M ago1:09:50

1:09:50

Tochi and Zell put back their shopping carts in this one. NOTES: Gaza Update: https://theintercept.com/2024/01/28/new-york-times-daily-podcast-camera/ Trader Joe's v. Labor https://www.huffpost.com/entry/trader-joes-attorney-nlrb-unconstitutional_n_65b41e7ae4b014b873b11cc2 Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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Waiting for the ICJ, The End of News, and American Fiction 1:22:21

6M ago1:22:21

1:22:21

Tochi and Zell discuss the recent events around Israel's war on Gaza, the crises at Pitchfork, Sports Illustrated, and the LA Times, and their love of the film, American Fiction. Check out the Futurist article Zell referenced. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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The Year of Absurdity 1:13:38

6M ago1:13:38

1:13:38

Tochi and Zell clearly see a theme for the rest of 2024. This week, they discuss how 2024 will be the "Year of Absurdity". Then they'll talk about the Emmy awards and why the arts should reconsider how the honor artists. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuchi & A. Zell Williams

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The First BIG Election of 2024! 58:56

6M ago58:56

58:56

Tochi and Zell look at the first big election of 2024. They discuss this weekend's elections in Taiwan, how China feels about that (spoiler: they feel DEEPLY), and how it impacts the rest of the globe. Then Zell discuss the "Crappification of Everything" and how bad products aren't bad for the public and the environment. But help to disempower the …

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South Africa Knows What Injustice Looks Like 54:53

6M ago54:53

54:53

Tochi and Zell return with fresh eyes on old problems. They discuss South Africa taking the Israeli government to the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on genocide charges against the Palestinians. And how Israel's drone attack on Palestinians in Beirut could drag the US and Europe into a bigger war in the Middle East. If you can, consider givin…

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PA Needs A Betterman 1:19:52

7M ago1:19:52

1:19:52

Tochi and Zell end the year on an up-note, damn it! They discuss Sen. John Fetterman "discovering" he's, "...not a progressive." Then they end with the things they look forward to in 2024. If you can, consider giving to the Entertainment Community Fund. If you like to help the people of Gaza, please consider donating to UNRWA. Here are some Palesti…

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Zell Can't/Won't Vote For Biden. 59:00

7M ago59:00

59:00

Tochi and Zell discuss why Zell's decided he cannot vote for Joe Biden in 2024. If you can, consider giving to the Entertainment Community Fund. If you like to help the people of Gaza, please consider donating to UNRWA. Here are some Palestinian journalists to follow if you want to know more about what's happening in Gaza: @wizard_bisan1 @motaz_aza…

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Accepting Decline 1:13:05

7M ago1:13:05

1:13:05

Tochi and Zell look at the fall to come. This week, they discuss on conflicts happening in the Sudan and Congo, Israel's propaganda pivot, and how best to accept American decline. If you can, consider giving to the Entertainment Community Fund. If you like to help the people of Gaza, please consider donating to UNRWA. Here are some Palestinian jour…

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Death's Big Get!! 1:09:10

7M ago1:09:10

1:09:10

Tochi and Zell give it up to the Reaper for FINALLY getting Kissinger! This week, they talk the end of the cease fire in Gaza, the dystopian absurdity of COP28, and just why the world's better off with Henry K. in the dirt. If you can, consider giving to the Entertainment Community Fund. If you like to help the people of Gaza, please consider donat…

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2023 Gratitude Episode!! 1:01:56

8M ago1:01:56

1:01:56

Tochi and Zell take a break from the news to talk 100% about things they've been grateful for in 2023! If you can, consider giving to the Entertainment Community Fund. If you like to help the people of Gaza, please consider donating to UNRWA. Here are some Palestinian journalists to follow if you want to know more about what's happening in Gaza: @w…

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Hellscape 2024 / From the River, To The Wall... 1:16:32

8M ago1:16:32

1:16:32

Tochi and Zell accept that we are offically in a presidential election year. This week they discuss the abortion rights victories around the country, Biden's 2024 chances, and what "From the river, to the sea," actually means. NOTE: This episode was recorded before news of the SAG-AFTRA strike ending. We are so happy for our sister-union's members,…

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The West Bank is NOT Gaza. / Home School Daze 1:15:22

8M ago1:15:22

1:15:22

Tochi and Zell look for empathy. On this episode, they discuss the violence in Gaza leaking out to the West Bank and the west's lack of compassion of Palestinians. Then they explore the Washington Post's finding that significantly more Americans are opting to keep home-schooling their kids post-pandemic. If you'd like to help those in need in Israe…

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Mike Whoson?! / How to Speak Truth / Test Your Might! 1:28:25

9M ago1:28:25

1:28:25

Tochi and Zell talk about talking! This week, they give you a brief, scary look into the new Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson. Then they discuss people being punished for talking about Palestine. And finally, they get into the joy and torment they get from the recent generation of fighting games. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on I…

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Good News Is Hard To Find 1:13:36

9M ago1:13:36

1:13:36

Tochi and Zell share tips on how to find quality sources in this one. They discuss the poor reporting in corporate media, how to find better sources, and what A24's announced pivot to more commercial projects might mean for lovers of great film and TV. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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Old News.... / When We Fought, We Won! 1:15:33

9M ago1:15:33

1:15:33

Tochi and Zell are back after a looonngg break for hot strike summer. In this ep, they discuss the reaction in the media to the attacks in Israel and Gaza, and Zell's time as a WGA Captain and the gains writers won during the strike. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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Joelle Garfinkel 1:20:08

1y ago1:20:08

1:20:08

Andra and Zell talk with writer and single mom, Joelle Garfinkel. After creating the hit web series, Cam Girl, hear how it took Joelle 20+ jobs to break into Hollywood writing for shows like NBC's Ordinary Joe and Apple TV+'s Foundation. Pre-Interview Topics: #BadApple Day: The WGA picketing Apple the day they launched a $3500 headset. Andra and Ze…

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Hot Labor Summer!! 1:27:46

1y ago1:27:46

1:27:46

Tochi and Zell wrap the season with the fighting spirit! Topics: Dems caving on the debt ceiling. The first month of the #WGAStrike. Tochi & Zell's plans for the summer. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuchi & A. Zell Williams

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BidenCoin / WGA Strike Week 4 1:09:37

1y ago1:09:37

1:09:37

Tochi and Zell lament yet another debt ceiling "stand off." =-\ Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuchi & A. Zell Williams

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Weekend At Dianne's / WGA Strike Week 3 1:15:37

1y ago1:15:37

1:15:37

Tochi and Zell go "Super Saiyan" Black in this ep!!! Topics: - Dianne Fienstein Being Used to Stop CA's progressive, female candidates. - Ron DeSantis' "Will He/Won't He" build up to DEFINITELY losing the presidency. - Zell's Week 3 strike report and the bizarre TV Upfronts. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWi…

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"F*ck it, This is Business." 1:02:48

1y ago1:02:48

1:02:48

Tochi and Zell talk about the second week of the WGA Writers' Strike. bit.ly/41nv27R Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuchi & A. Zell Williams

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Sudan & The Writers Strike 1:19:57

1y ago1:19:57

1:19:57

Tochi and Zell get their Norma Rae on!!! Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuchi & A. Zell Williams

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Anchors Away & "Black Joy"™ 1:16:04

1y ago1:16:04

1:16:04

Tochi and Zell say "bye, bitch," to a corporate media hatemonger and also Don Lemon, then they look at what white people don't understand about "black joy." Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWillBy Tochi Onyebuchi & A. Zell Williams

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America Won't Stop Americaing 1:08:06

1y ago1:08:06

1:08:06

Tochi and Zell lament that America won't stop being the only place on Earth where these tragedies happen. Topics: The shooting of Ralph Yarl The shooting of cheerleaders in Elgin, TX The killing of Kaylin Gillis Should Diane Feinstein retire? Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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TN Bans Black People Talking About Banning Guns 1:03:48

1y ago1:03:48

1:03:48

Tochi & Zell return fresh from their spring break with their rage in full bloom! Topics: Tennessee's expulsion and reappointment of Justin Pearson and Justin Jones. Conflicting rulings on the abortion pill. Clarence Thomas back on his SCOTUS corruption bullshit. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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This Week In Dystopia 1:04:07

1+ y ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Tochi and Zell spend a bit of time on a lot of news. Topics: - The school shooting in Nashville. - Congress' TikTok Hearings. - Protest against the far-right in Israel. - Protest against pension reform in France. - The election of Humza Yousaf. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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Save the Banks, Screw the People 1:24:41

1+ y ago1:24:41

1:24:41

Tochi and Zell wonder when the revolution will come, dammit! Topics: - The wave of Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills in America - Macron signing a bill to force the French to work 2 more years. - The continued fallout in the banking sector. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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Comrade Mark Cuban: Welfare King 1:26:08

1+ y ago1:26:08

1:26:08

Tochi and Zell welcome newly-baptized socialist, Mark Cuban, to the revolution! Topic: - The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the government providing socialism for the rich. - Peace talk between Iran, Saudi Arabia, and ...China? - Oscar Recap and the impact of #OscarsSoWhite. Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZ…

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It's My Turn! 1:28:45

1+ y ago1:28:45

1:28:45

Tochi and Zell take a look at the motherland then come back to the States to talk labor. Topics: - The Nigerian Presidential Election and revolt - America's Upcoming Bills and possible recession - What the Writers' Guild negotiations mean for film and TV lovers like you! Got a question for Tochi & Zell? Message them on Insta: @Treize64 @AZellWill…

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