Eurabiamania 55: Trump is Back and the Left Can't Stand It

When East Meets West with Kenaz Filan and Ahnaf Ibn-Qais

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In this episode, we welcome back David French, columnist for The New York Times , former constitutional attorney, and author of Divided We Fall . We discuss the current state of American democracy, the challenges of political division, and how we can engage in civil discourse despite deep ideological differences. David also shares a personal update on his family and reflects on the profound trials and growth that come with adversity. 📌 What We Discuss: ✔️ How David and his family navigated the challenges of a serious health crisis. ✔️ The rise of political polarization and the factors driving it. ✔️ Why distinguishing between “unwise, unethical, and unlawful” is crucial in analyzing political actions. ✔️ How consuming different perspectives (even opposing ones) helps in understanding political dynamics. ✔️ The role of Christian values in politics and how they are being redefined. ⏳ Episode Highlights 📍 [00:01:00] – David French’s background and his journey from litigation to journalism. 📍 [00:02:30] – Personal update: David shares his wife Nancy’s battle with cancer and their journey as a family. 📍 [00:06:00] – How to navigate personal trials while maintaining faith and resilience. 📍 [00:10:00] – The danger of political paranoia and the pitfalls of extreme polarization. 📍 [00:18:00] – The "friend-enemy" paradigm in American politics and its influence in Christian fundamentalism. 📍 [00:24:00] – Revisiting Divided We Fall : How America’s divisions have devolved since 2020. 📍 [00:40:00] – The categories and differences of unwise, unethical, and unlawful political actions. 📍 [00:55:00] – The balance between justice, kindness, and humility in political engagement. 📍 [01:00:00] – The After Party initiative: A Christian approach to politics focused on values rather than policy. 💬 Featured Quotes 🔹 "You don't know who you truly are until your values are tested." – David French 🔹 "If we focus on the relational, we can have better conversations even across deep differences." – Corey Nathan 🔹 "Justice, kindness, and humility—if you're missing one, you're doing it wrong." – David French 🔹 "The United States has a history of shifting without repenting. We just move on." – David French 📚 Resources Mentioned David French’s Writing: New York Times David’s Book: Divided We Fall The After Party Initiative – More Info Advisory Opinions Podcast (with Sarah Isgur & David French) – Listen Here 📣 Call to Action If you found this conversation insightful, please: ✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform. ✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics ✅ Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/politicsandreligion ✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion 🔗 Connect With Us on Social Media @coreysnathan: Bluesky LinkedIn Instagram Threads Facebook Substack David French: 🔗 Twitter | BlueSky | New York Times Our Sponsors Meza Wealth Management: www.mezawealth.com Prolux Autogroup: www.proluxautogroup.com or www.granadahillsairporttransportation.com Let’s keep talking politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡…

about a year ago 3:08:38

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Kenaz and Ahnaf are joined by Sirs Cleveland Blakemore and Uncouth Barbarian for a blow-by-blow dissection of the 2024 election. Find out why Trump won and Harris lost — and what that means for American foreign and domestic policy. But wait, there’s more! We also have a special mystery guest joining us. Tune in to find out who!

Cleveland Blakemore

Uncouth Barbarian

Ahnaf Ibn-Qais

Kenaz Filan

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Eurabiamania 55: Trump is Back and the Left Can't Stand It

When East Meets West with Kenaz Filan and Ahnaf Ibn-Qais

published about a year ago

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Cleveland Blakemore

Uncouth Barbarian

Ahnaf Ibn-Qais

Kenaz Filan

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Eurabiamania 85: The Fall of the American Empire Part II 2:16:59

1 day ago2:16:59

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In this Xitter Space get-together Kenaz and Ahnaf are once again joined by our old friend Ohio Ganja and a few other Xitterzens for an ongoing discussion about the state of the American Empire (spoiler alert: crumbling). Tune in, turn on, and embrace the DOOM… and don’t forget to like and subscribe! Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 84: Dispatches from Xitter 1:49:18

6 days ago1:49:18

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In this episode Kenaz and Ahnaf blast off into Xitter Spaces, with a little help from X regular Ohio Ganja. Join us for a talk about the Tesla vandals, the fall of the American Empire, and the end of the world as we know it. And don’t forget to like and subscribe. Ohio Ganja | Ahnaf Ibn-Qais | Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 83: The Second Council of Wizards 2:43:56

15 days ago2:43:56

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In our second meeting of the Council of Wizards, John Michael Greer and Malcom Kyeyune join us for a lengthy conversation about the news you won't get from the muggles at mainstream media. John Michael Greer | Malcolm Kyeyune | Ahnaf Ibn Qais | Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 82: Ready for Neomedievalism? 2:14:21

24 days ago2:14:21

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Blue Vir, author of “ The Emerging Neomedieval Order ”, joins Kenaz and Ahnaf for this episode. We discuss the madness of European and American bureaucrats, speculate about what role China will play in Australia’s future. Tune in, turn on, and enjoy a hot steaming cup of DOOM from Down Under. Blue Vir Ahnaf Ibn-Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 81: Zelenskyy's Funniest Act Yet 2:32:32

28 days ago2:32:32

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Lenin famously said that there are decades when nothing happens and then there are weeks when decades happen. Zelenskyy’s visit to the White House capped off one of those weeks. Not since the Iron Curtain’s fall have we seen such a dramatic shift in the global order. Our old regulars Eddie “Aspen” Smith and Cleveland Blakemore offer up some of the finest, purest, most concentrated Ukrainian DOOM we’ve brewed up yet! Cleveland Blakemore Aspen Ahnaf Ibn-Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 80: The Council of Wizards 3:06:10

5 weeks ago3:06:10

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What’s better than a interview with John Michael Greer or Malcom Kyeyune? How about an interview with John Michael Greer AND Malcom Kyeuyune? In this 3-hour episode the Elder Statesmen of DOOM gather for a conversation about what to expect next. (Spoiler alert: it ain’t pretty). John Michael Greer | Malcom Kyeyune | Ahnaf Ibn Qais | Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 79: The European Canon Isn't Here 1:35:01

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In this episode Kenaz, Ahnaf, and regular guest Constantin von Hoffmeister discuss the sea change in European/American relations. What happens next? Where do we go from here? Does anybody care what Zelensky thinks? (OK, we all know the answer to that one). Tune in, turn on, and enjoy the DOOM. Constantin von Hoffmeister Ahnaf Ibn Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 78: Nice Knowing You, Europa 1:48:13

6 weeks ago1:48:13

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J.D. Vance’s Munich speech signaled a sea change in relations between the United States and Europe. Trump has decided, with good reason, that Europe is now irrelevant and can be treated that way. What does that mean for America? Find out when we sit down with Eddie “Aspen” Smith and Cleveland Blakemore for a chat about what this means for the West. Cleveland Blakemore Aspen Ahnaf Ibn-Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 77: Life During Wartime 1:01:27

7 weeks ago1:01:27

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In this episode Ahnaf & Kenaz are joined by returning guest Abu Khaldun . We offer our thoughts on the current situation in the Middle East and North Africa (hint: it’s more interesting than usual). We also provide thoughts on Trump and what new shenanigans we can expect now that we’ve elected a wrestling heel as our President. Abu Khaldun Ahnaf Ibn Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 76: The Bad Orange Man is Back 1:53:22

8 weeks ago1:53:22

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In this very special episode we’re joined by two of our our repeat guests, Tom Kawczynski and Constantin von Hoffmeister . We talk about Trump’s recent actions, the state of Greenland (or should we say “State of Greenland”), and what China’s new AI initiatives mean for the American tech industry. Tune in, turn on and enjoy the DOOM! Constantin von Hoffmeister Tom Kawczynski Ahnaf Ibn Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 75: It's Written In The Stars 2:07:39

10 weeks ago2:07:39

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This episode takes a turn away from our usual geopolitical DOOM in favor of a little stargazing. John Michael Greer isn’t just the Grandmaster of Doom: he’s also a skilled astrologer whose latest book, The Astrology of Nations , has just been released. So what does mundane astrology have to say about Donald Trump’s second term? Listen and find out! John Michael Greer Ecosophia | Dreamwidth | Patreon | SubscribeStar Ahnaf Ibn-Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 74: Syria, Palestine, Africa, and More 1:45:21

10 weeks ago1:45:21

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In this episode Ahnaf and Kenaz are joined by former guest Brecht Jonkers and new guest Abu Khaldun. Our discussion was supposed to focus on Syria, Sir Abu Khaldun’s homeland, with a chat about the recent Gaza ceasefire. But somewhere along the line we wound up talking about Africa. Tune in and learn more about what happens next. Abu Khaldun Brecht Jonkers Ahnaf Ibn-Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 73: Sole Superpower? Yeah, About That... 1:21:50

11 weeks ago1:21:50

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In this episode Ahnaf and Kenaz are joined by Arktos Editor-in-Chief Constantin von Hoffmeister . Sir Constantin has recently released what may be his best book to date, Multipolarity! The age of the Sole Superpower is over, and we’re all waiting for what happens next. Multipolarity! gives us a roadmap toward a world with true multiculturalism instead of the tired One-Size-Fits-All-or-We’ll-Bomb-You ethic of Neoliberalism. Constantin von Hoffmeister Ahnaf Ibn-Qais Kenaz Filan Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 72: California's on Fire and Greenland's on Ice 1:56:39

11 weeks ago1:56:39

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In this episode Kenaz Filan, Ahnaf Ibn Qais, and Cleveland Blakemore talk about Trump’s plans to annex Greenland and about the Los Angeles fires. But just as we started winding up those conversations, we got hit with some fresh steaming British DOOM! The world is falling apart, and we’ve got ringside seats. Tune in, turn on, and don’t forget to Like and Subscribe. Get full access to Notes from the End of Time with Kenaz Filan at www.notesfromtheendofti.me/subscribe…

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Eurabiamania 71: Eldritch Horrors and Cosmic DOOM 2:19:03

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