EPISODE · Sep 2, 2023 · 38 MIN
59 When Superstition Replaces Leadership: Maine Politics Meets Astrology
from Unfiltered Society With Aaron Joy · host Aaron Joy
The Maine government recently issued a press release blaming mercury retrograde for its problems, so the government is now using fake science as an excuse for their questionable behavior. Absolutely embarrassing. Live 8.31.20230:00 – Intro to pet peeves of hiding behind religion & proliferation of new age spirituality, testing new camera4:06 – Blessing of God in starting a business13:11 – Intro to news article from 'The Maine Wire' "Mills Admin Tells State Workers to Chin Up Despite Impact Of Supermoon Retrograde Mercury" 8/30/2023 of Maine Governor Janet Wills14:52 – State Administrator sites Mercury Retrograde for stress, pseudo-science & new age astrology pushed by government official, religious hypocrisy, unprofessional behavior21:36 – "Stingy bargaining tactics" of Mills Administration with workers contracts, hiding behind religion instead of being responsible26:23 – Non-unionized well paid state administrators being thankful on Labor Day, why religion is not liked33:28 – Closing thoughts, having real mature true spirituality*For the record, I'm a 12th generation Mainer. My family came here when it was the Massachusetts Colony.This podcast was a 2025 People's Choice Podcast Award nominee. On Apple Podcasts it's been the #1 most listened to show in the Philippines, and in the top 20 in France, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Israel, Switzerland and Australia.For independent thinkers who’ve outgrown spiritual, cultural and political fluff, and want more out of life than what society often offers. This isn’t about trends, vibes, or blind devotion. Tune into my live show for unfiltered commentary on politics, culture, music, religion, and society from a rational, historical and politically conservative perspective.I’m Aaron Joy in Portland, Maine, USA (also known in spiritual circles as Premanand Das Bhagat). I'm a writer, musician, ultra-runner, and former thespian. Visit my website for my books. I'm also trained as an Integral Vedic Counselor, Certified Spiritual Life Coach and Ayurveda Specialist and follow the spiritual path of Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma) of the Ramanuja lineage.Email: [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/aaronmjoyLive show available on YouTube, Bitchute, Rumble, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, allfeeds.ai, Audacy, ca.radio.net, Castbox, Chromecast, Everend, fyyd.de, Goodpods, Listen Notes, Panoply Podcast Network, People Ai, Pocket Casts, Podbay, Podcast Addict, Podcast Ranking, Podcast Republic, Podcastai, Podcast.app, Podchaser, Poddtoppen, Podscan.fm, Podtail, Rephonic, Zeno.FM
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The Maine government recently issued a press release blaming mercury retrograde for its problems, so the government is now using fake science as an excuse for their questionable behavior. Absolutely embarrassing. Live 8.31.20230:00 – Intro to pet peeves of hiding behind religion & proliferation of new age spirituality, testing new camera4:06 – Blessing of God in starting a business13:11 – Intro to news article from 'The Maine Wire' "Mills Admin Tells State Workers to Chin Up Despite Impact Of Supermoon Retrograde Mercury" 8/30/2023 of Maine Governor Janet Wills14:52 – State Administrator sites Mercury Retrograde for stress, pseudo-science & new age astrology pushed by government official, religious hypocrisy, unprofessional behavior21:36 – "Stingy bargaining tactics" of Mills Administration with workers contracts, hiding behind religion instead of being responsible26:23 – Non-unionized well paid state administrators being thankful on Labor Day, why religion is not liked33:28 – Closing thoughts, having real mature true spirituality*For the record, I'm a 12th generation Mainer. My family came here when it was the Massachusetts Colony.This podcast was a 2025 People's Choice Podcast Award nominee. On Apple Podcasts it's been the #1 most listened to show in the Philippines, and in the top 20 in France, Sweden, Belgium, Spain, Israel, Switzerland and Australia.For independent thinkers who’ve outgrown spiritual, cultural and political fluff, and want more out of life than what society often offers. This isn’t about trends, vibes, or blind devotion. Tune into my live show for unfiltered commentary on politics, culture, music, religion, and society from a rational, historical and politically conservative perspective.I’m Aaron Joy in Portland, Maine, USA (also known in spiritual circles as Premanand Das Bhagat). I'm a writer, musician, ultra-runner, and former thespian. Visit my website for my books. I'm also trained as an Integral Vedic Counselor, Certified Spiritual Life Coach and Ayurveda Specialist and follow the spiritual path of Hinduism (Sanatana Dharma) of the Ramanuja lineage.Email: [email protected]: https://linktr.ee/aaronmjoyLive show available on YouTube, Bitchute, Rumble, Spotify, Amazon Music, Audible, Apple Podcasts, iHeart, allfeeds.ai, Audacy, ca.radio.net, Castbox, Chromecast, Everend, fyyd.de, Goodpods, Listen Notes, Panoply Podcast Network, People Ai, Pocket Casts, Podbay, Podcast Addict, Podcast Ranking, Podcast Republic, Podcastai, Podcast.app, Podchaser, Poddtoppen, Podscan.fm, Podtail, Rephonic, Zeno.FM
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