The Phileas Club 119 - Special: Life as a Presbyterian Minister On this episode we talk about: A few minutes about the Yellow Vests in France Shawn tells us about his life as a minister in the Presbyterian Church Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Shawn Coons (@shawncoon ...…

The Phileas Club 118 - If You Think You Understand... On this episode we talk about: Brexit negociations continue exploding in the UK Forest fires in California Yellow Jackets in France (and not enough babies in Finland) Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Tom Merritt (@a ...…

The Phileas Club 117 - Special: WTH is happening in Brazil? On this episode we talk about: The situation in Brazil: what led to, and what's happening with the election of Jair Bolsonaro Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Guilherme Vaz (@sleipnr) and Patrick Beja (@NotPat ...…

The Phileas Club 116 - More Conservative Views On this episode we talk about: The Kavanaugh nomination, and the upcoming elections in the US The political situation in France And more ! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Tony Staley (@tonystaley) and Patrick Beja (@NotPa ...…

The Phileas Club 115 - Special: Guns, Banks and Chocolate in Switzerland On this episode we talk about: Switzerland! Guns, identities, administration, banks, cow horns and more! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Stéphane Cola (@StephSinalco) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatric ...…

The Phileas Club 114 - The Social Media Sickness On this episode we talk about: Social media and its effect on us Russian "investments" near Turku and alcohol safety Kavanaugh nomination inquiry (and the "Trump Con Law" podcast) The slow disintegration of the German government And more! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ ...…

The Phileas Club 113 - Special: Tales of Fatherhood On this episode we talk about: Being (or becoming) a dad. Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Martin Feynot (@baronmarutan), Bruce Woodward (@BruceWoodward3) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@m ...…

The Phileas Club 112 - National Gradients of Outrage On this episode we talk about: Benalla scandal in France In the US, Nikki Haley explains why trolling is bad And the "problem solvers" caucus offers solutions Brexit negotiations aren't going well... again Women now drive in Saudi Arabia And more! Remember you can support a show at http://www ...…

The Phileas Club 111 - Special: Libertarianism On this episode we talk about: The strange ideas of Libertarianism. Also, check out this video Brian recommends: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=muHg86Mys7I Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Brian Brushwood (@shwood) and Pa ...…

The Phileas Club 110 - Obey The Sky You're Under On this episode we talk about: Immigrants and children in the US Migrant issues affecting all of the EU Shah's legal trouble, and Eid moon sighting Brexit is looming and the UK isn't ready Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts ar ...…

The Phileas Club 109 - Unions and The World On this episode we talk about: Strikes in France, state of the government Swedish academy scandals, corruption in governments Ramadan in Saudi Arabia Immigration in Germany Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alballaa (@Tu ...…

The Phileas Club 108 - They're Not Hurting Anyone On this episode we talk about: Issues with the "Zone à défendre" in France Abortion laws in Ireland Giant sandstorms, Infinity War, and WWE in Saudi! Merkel's visit to the US (and rivalry with Macron) Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: ...…

The Phileas Club 107 - Not as Oppressed, Not as Free On this episode we talk about: Xi Jinping's term limit lifted (and Kim Jong Un's visit to China) Former President Sarkozy detained General elections in Mexico (and Dragonball Super streams!) War in Yemen, crown prince trip to the US, and women driving schools open Remember you can support a s ...…

The Phileas Club 106 - Special: Gun Owners On this episode we talk about: The feelings of various guns owners and their communities, about guns and the potential for further legislating. Article on FiveThirtyEight: https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/guns-parkland-polling-quiz/ Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhile ...…

The Phileas Club 105 - Disbelief On this episode we talk about: Mixed race Joan of Arc in France (and Black Panther reactions around the world) Parkland shooting in Florida... and the debate on gun laws in the US Driving ban in large cities (and still no government) in Germany Ritz Carlton re-opens, Jenadriyah festival, and investments in enter ...…

The Phileas Club 104 - Special : Life in the French Navy On this episode we talk about: Life in the French navy, from ports to sea to migrant crisis to pirate hunting, and more. Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Nicolas Lebègue (@LebegueN) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) ...…

The Phileas Club 103 - Governments Well Run On this episode we talk about: The presidential election in Finland Growing up republican / The government shutdown in the US Fast changes in Saudi (taxes, gas prices and more) / Camel festival Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts ar ...…

The Phileas Club 102 - Special: The Kingdom of Belgium On this episode we talk about: Belgium, its divisons and what unites it. Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Guillaume Hachez (@geecko86) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), hi ...…

The Phileas Club 101 - Trickle... Err, Supply Side Economics On this episode we talk about: The "anti-bubble" theory More mandatory vaccines / Death of Johnny Hallyday in France The tax bill has passed in the US Rarissimas scandal / Forest fires in Portugal And more! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More ...…

The Phileas Club 100 - Special: The "Good Old Days" On this episode we talk about: The "good old days"... What was the world like in the 80s and 90s in France, the US, Saudi Arabia and South Africa? Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alballaa (@TurkiAlBallaa), Tom ...…

The Phileas Club 99 - Africa and China (and Germany) On this episode we talk about: Anger Sells The situation in Zimbabwe China's influence in Africa The state of China Germany in governmental crisis The role of government Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Eric Olander ...…

The Phileas Club 98 - Special: Life as a Woman On this episode we talk about: What is it like to live as a women in our western societies? Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Wendi Dunford (@wendidunford on Instagram), Marleen Vente (@monxies), Allison Sheridan (@podfeet) ...…

The Phileas Club 97 - The Long Shadow of Weinstein On this episode we talk about: Opening monologue: Outrage Culture - the fuel of traditional and social media The Weinstien scandal and reactions around the world The Catalonia referendum The Kurd referendum, and Women driving in Saudi Arabia Peru possibly going to the World Cup Remember you can ...…

The Phileas Club 96 - Special: Explaining Ireland On this episode we talk about: What Ireland is, and its recent history. Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Bart Busschots (@bbusschots) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amaz ...…

The Phileas Club 95 - EU Matters On this episode we talk about: The issue with being 110% outraged about everything Social and tax reform in France Scotland's SNP and Brexit stance Elections in Germany and Jamaica coalition Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Matthias Kel ...…

The Phileas Club 94 - Special: WTH is happening in Venezuela? On this episode we talk about: The major political crisis in Venezuela and its historical causes and context Keep informed on www.caracaschronicles.com Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Saúl González (@esaulg ...…

The Phileas Club 93 - The Shadow of Charlottesville On this episode we talk about: French tax and labor law reforms and terrorism in Europe Constitutional crisis and same sex marriage plebiscite Hajj - the pilgrimage to Mecca - and its infrastructure Charlottesville events and Trump reaction Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon ...…

The Phileas Club 92 - Special: Life in India On this episode we talk about: Life in India, from the 80s to today Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Mayank Maheshwary and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amazing royalty free mus ...…

The Phileas Club 91 - Total Annihilation On this episode we talk about: The Trump fun never stops France is divided too! Local news dominate Saudi media The Irish prime minister and election system Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alballaa (@TurkiAlBallaa), Randy ...…

The Phileas Club 90 - Armchair psychologizing On this episode we talk about: Six months into the Trump presidency French elections are done Rape statistics in Sweden (and Wonder Woman!) Still no government in the Netherlands Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Wendi Dunfo ...…

The Phileas Club 89 - Special: Healthcare (in Europe) On this episode we talk about: Healthcare in Europe (it's a Phileas Club special!) Here's the data Bruce was referring to: http://visual.ons.gov.uk/how-does-uk-healthcare-spending-compare-internationally/ Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on t ...…

The Phileas Club 88 - Alpha Male Handshakes On this episode we talk about: French election results and "round three" Trump news controversies for May Brazil political turmoil Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Brian Hess (@Bhess), Tony Staley (@tonystaley), Guilherme Vaz ...…

The Phileas Club 87 - Understanding the French Election On this episode we talk about: The French elections and political climate: [0:11:30] Pierre's view, right wing perspective [0:18:00] Cassim's view, left wing perspective (with lots of interruptions!) [0:54:40] Patrick's view, with a bit of anger and frustration. :) [1:06:20] Free for all! ...…

The Phileas Club 86 - Breaking the Cycle of Insanity On this episode we talk about: The North Korean crisis French Elections Government workers benefits are back in Saudi Arabia! Man arrested over Borussia Dortmund bus attack Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alba ...…

The Phileas Club 85 - The Populist Dominos On this episode we talk about: A quick word about the attack in London French elections and universal healthcare Saudi reaction to bigger electronics ban in plane cabins Dutch elections and the populism domino Elon Musk saves Australia! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhile ...…

The Phileas Club 84 - Special : living in Zimbabwe On this special episode, we talk about Zimbabwe! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Bongai Zamchiya, Bruce Woodward (@BruceWoodward3) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amazi ...…

The Phileas Club 83 - Civilized Conversations and Wrong Decisions On this episode we talk about: Police violence and elections in France Scandals and corruption in Peru President Trump continues to rock the boat And more! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Tom Merritt (@ ...…

The Phileas Club 82 - Emergency Conservative Views On this episode we talk about: The wall The ban The press The future ... and everything else! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Brian Hess (@Bhess), Tony Staley (@tonystaley) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is ...…

The Phileas Club 81 - Policies and Propaganda On this episode we talk about: The inauguration of Donald Trump Socialist primaries, and the left's conundrum Reactions to the wall in Mexico Controversy about parental stay in Sweden A concert in Riyadh! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: ...…

The Phileas Club 80 - A quick panorama of Thailand On this special episode, we talk about Thailand! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Leertad (@Lertad) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amazing royalty free music is at Musi ...…

The Phileas Club 79 - What a Year... On this episode we talk about: 2017 budget deficit in Saudi Arabia Election primaries and Front National in France Taiwan / China / US relations Our thoughts on 2016 Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alballaa (@TurkiAlballaa), ...…

The Phileas Club 78 - President Trump On this episode we talk about: Our thoughts on the election of Donald Trump French elections heating up with Republican primary New president in Germany State Capture Report Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The hosts are Matthias Keller (@Matzek ...…

The Phileas Club 77 - Boycotts boycotts boycotts On this episode we talk about: Drone legislation in Sweden Government workers salary cuts in Saudi Arabia Elections in France (and pain au chocolat!) US elections (and the documentary "The Norden) Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub More info on the show: The ...…

On this episode we discuss: Being a conservative Christian! Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! More info on the show: The hosts are Tony Staley (@tonystaley) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amazing royalty free music is at MusicinCloud.com Publishing is hand ...…

On this episode we discuss: Burkini debate in France Immigration issues in Sweden Hoarding in Germany Hacking in UAE (and privacy in Saudi Arabia) Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alballaa (@turkialballaa), Wendi Dunford (@wendiduford on Instagram), Matthias Kel ...…

On this episode we discuss: The hows and whys of the 2016 US presidential election Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! More info on the show: The hosts are Tom Merritt (@acedtect), Wendi Dunford (@wendiduford on Instagram), Brian Hess (@Bhess) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@mis ...…

On this episode we discuss: A casual discussion with a "leaver" Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! More info on the show: The hosts are Hayen and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amazing royalty free music is at MusicinCloud.com Publishing is handled by Florent B ...…

On this episode we discuss: Brexit Brexit Brexit! And more... Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alballa (@TurkiAlBallaa), Gita Subrahmanyam, Matthias Keller (@Matzekult), and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amazing roy ...…

On this episode we discuss: More protests in France Ireland elections Spanish and Peruvian election Saudi's Vision 2030 Trump nomination And more... Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! More info on the show: The hosts are Turki Alballa (@TurkiAlBallaa), Bart Busschots (@bbusschots), Franco Peschiera and Pat ...…

On this episode we talk about... Living in Japan, as Japanese and foreigners. Remember you can support a show at http://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! More info on the show: The hosts are Kaori, Martin Feynot (@baronmarutan) and Patrick Beja (@NotPatrick) The theme is by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb), his amazing royalty free music is at Musici ...…