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avocadotoast
by Pocket Podcast Network
avocadotoast is a podcast for and by young people to increase political literacy and awareness among young Millenials and members of Generation Z. Each episode is split between the weekly news and a socio-political political topic the hosts explain and discuss around. The hosts offer varying levels of expertise of the subjects they choose, and sometimes have guests around their age to discuss topics that are either relevant to their lives, or that they might have expertise in.
Episodes
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82: Coronavirus, pt. IV
Griffin delves into non-corona news, but Jessi just talks about all of the depressing US-related news. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @jessi_quinn @SirGriffington
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81: Coronavirus, pt. III
The world keeps turning and this week we cover a sweep of coronavirus news, largely focusing on US executive orders. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @jessi_quinn @SirGriffington
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80: Coronavirus, pt. II
We'll keep reporting on this until they make a vaccine for it I guess... Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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79: Coronavirus, pt. I
Talkin' corona. Although, this was recorded about a week and a half ago. New episode VERY soon. Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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78: What is Super Tuesday?
News updates include: Buttigieg, Guinea Bissau, Harvey Weinstein's trial, Israel, and Coronavirus. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @jessi_quinn @SirGriffington
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77: Post-College Adulthood
Griffin and Jessi tackle the truths and lies about what you're "supposed" to be doing after you graduate college. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @jessi_quinn @SirGriffington
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76: Will There Be War with Iran?
Woooowwww sorry for that hiatus bruv, shit really hit the fan but now we're BACK baybee! Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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75: Are Boycotts Even Effective?
Wow sorry about the depressive episode too. I'm trying to get on top of editing things on time but god is dead and so is Jessi. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @jessi_quinn @SirGriffington
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74: New Atheism is Just Old Racism
So so sorry for the delay. I was away the last 3 weekends 'cause I'm a crab. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @jessi_quinn @SirGriffington
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73: The History of GMOs
This could also be titled "Griffin steals Jessi's BA in Environmental Policy". Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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72: The Overpopulation Myth
This one's really great, despite it being a little longer than usual. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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71: Israeli Election, part 2
Apologies for the episode being late--I couldn't fix the sound quality. Jessi sounds like they ate a hornet of bees and it just can't be fixed. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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70: Square Up, Andrew Yang
Sorry for the delay--Jessi edits the episodes and they were so sick the last few days all they did was sleep. But never fear! We are back and ready to fight our least favorite presidential candidates, as always! Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @jessi_quinn @SirGriffington
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69: Jewish (Dis)loyalty
Had to cut out like 20% of the episode because it was just Jessi screaming because a spider fell onto their mic and they live alone. Also it's episode 69....nice...! This episode was partly inspired by Trump's comments last week and a conversation on antisemitism Jessi had this week. Follow us on...
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68: What's Happening in Hong Kong?
Griffin and Jessi explain the situation in Hong Kong and talk about some updates on the protests and police brutality. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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67: Epstein's Murter
Was Epstein murdered or did he actually commit suicide? We use Epstein and his crimes to segway into a long talk about sex work and sex trafficking, primarily talking about the grave missteps that have been made by legislation to stop sex trafficking. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastppn...
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66: Generational Difference
Jessi and Griffin talk about the differences between Boomers, Millennials, and Gen Z as a result of a dumb conversation Jessi had to have. We also talk at length about the recent mass shootings and Latin American political news. Follow us on Twitter: @avocadotoastPPN @SirGriffington @jessi_quinn
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65: We Play Catch-Up
So unbelievably sorry about the wait on this one. Jessi was at a conference for work and then just moved and started their job literally three days ago. Jessi edits and uploads the episodes, which is why this happened. Things should be on track from here on out! Follow us: @SirGriffington...
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64: Democratic Debates, part 1
Jessi and Griffin discuss the highlights and disappointments of the first round of Democratic Debates for the 2020 election.
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63: Let's Talk About Representation
Same show, different week, different news.
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62: God Punchers
Which faiths are cool with being queer? Which religions recognize more than two genders? We talk about that after we're done with news (around 26:00)
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61: All Corporations Are Bastards
Griffin gets heated about cops, corporations, and politicians, and Jessi just tries to keep up--while mostly agreeing. There is a solid mix of good and bad news this week.
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60: Sloughs of News
We have tons of great news and tons of terrible news.
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59: Much Ado About Religion
IDK there is just so much news omg pls listen. Also at one point the audio is fucked up but then it goes back to normal I promise.
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58: It WARRENts a vote
We catch up on 2-3 weeks worth of news and spend a lot of time talking about the recent town halls, Elizabeth Warren, and Pete Buttigeig. We delve into the various terror attacks that have been happening. We also catch you up on our lives! Jessi graduated with a job!!
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57: The Israeli "Election"
The recent Israeli election re-elected Netanyahu as Prime Minister. There is a lot of good stuff if you want to hear it, it starts after halfway through the episode.
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56: What's Wrong with Zoos? (feat. Casper Peters)
There is just so much news I don't even remember anymore. But Cas answers questions like: are zoos bad? is captivity bad? are the animals depressed? and other stuff. Let us know if you have more questions for Cas that you'd like answered! Send them in to our twitter!
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55: Send News
This week we talk about the Christchurch massacre, Venezuela, 2020 Democratic nominees, natural disasters, and more! Last week was extremely busy.
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54: Accountability & Call-out Culture
From the blackout in Venezuela to the cheating scandal going on in the US, we cover a bUTTload of ground in the news this week, so be sure to listen!
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53: Science Denialism
We discuss why people don't believe in climate change and why people are so afraid of vaccinations.
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51: Who Will Be Our Nominee?
Lots of news that I don't remember now ahhhh sorry just listen. We talk a lot about Bernie Sanders who just announced his run for the 2020 presidency. We discuss who is most likely to win the democratic nomination.
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52: Political Participation
Jessi and Griffin discuss a lot of Israeli news, the India-Pakistani conflict, and the Cohen trial. We end the episode with a discussion on political literacy and participation, talking about the ways other countries increase or mandate voter participation and why its important for us to find a...
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Ep 50 Bruh!!!!!!!
WE DID IT BiNCH !!! In this ep Jessi and Nicole dump more news on the listeners than a Texan pipeline dumping jet fuel into the Indiana River (that'll make more sense once you listen to the ep, promise). And at the risk of sounding click-baity, we've got a pretty big and important announcement…
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49: "Good" Comedy
Jessi and Nicole talk about what makes John Mulaney and the McElboys SO GREAT at comedy. Spoiler: it's the fact that they don't try to disparage groups of people (other than jugglers, of course). BECOME A PATRON: www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE:...
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48: Domestic Violence
This week we are joined by psych student and mental health advocate, Elsa Marie Moeller (who is also our good friend since forever). She helps us tackle the complicated topic of intimate partner violence. BECOME A PATRON: www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE:...
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47: Racism is Bad
Nicole and Jessi catch you up on the last month's news! And then we tell you... not to be racist. BECOME A PATRON: www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ LISTEN TO THE LOL WORD: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-l…d1362313152?mt=2 Follow us:...
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46: STOP USING THE GODDAMNED N WORD!!!
Seriously--how many times do we have to say it? BECOME A PATRON: www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ LISTEN TO THE LOL WORD: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-l…d1362313152?mt=2 Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/ Facebook...
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45: The Supreme Court
Jessi and Nicole catch you up on news from the last 1.5 weeks of mess and Nicole gives you a run-down of the Supreme Court! BECOME A PATRON: www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/…
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44: Keeping Up with the Podcasters 2.0: the International Edition
Jessi and Nicole catch you up on their summer plans and Jessi's travels. BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/ Facebook group:...
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43: Contraception
This week Jessi and Nicole tackle contraceptive options and tell you a little about our personal experiences with various types of birth control. BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook:...
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42: The Electoral College
Nicole and Jessi explain the electoral college and why it ought to be abolished to be better suited for our modern world. BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/…
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41: Nicole ruins the podcast!
Nicole and Jessi talk about fuck-all, but mostly college. BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/ Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/709405445…1404155682995961...
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40: Sugaring (trouble in paradise)
Jessi and Nicole discuss some very stupid reddit comments on Jessi's post about their experience where a sugar daddy ghosted them!! BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook…
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39: Not as Tired as OUR TROOPS!!
Jessi, Nicole, and Jessi's roommate Amy talk about the military and many of the issues with the US armed forces. BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/ Facebook group:...
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38: Israel Talks: De-escalation from Gaza
Jessi introduces the news and for the episode it is a talk from Grisha Yakubovich that they heard in Israel. BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/ Facebook group:...
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Ep 37: Travel-the-World Privilege
This week Jessi and Nicole talk about the privilege to travel. BECOME A PATRON: -www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE: -www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us: Facebook: www.facebook.com/avocadotoastpodcast/ Facebook group: www.facebook.com/groups/709405445…1404155682995961...
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LIVESHOW! Talking Israel and Conflict
This episode Nicole and Jessi discuss the merits of enjoying art even if problematic people have been involved in the production of that art. DONATE HERE: www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/donate/ OR HERE: patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE HERE: www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/…
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36: Stigma Against Mental Illness
In this episode, Jessi and Nicole discuss, you guessed it, stigma against people with mental illness both in the news and in media. DONATE HERE: www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/donate/ or HERE: www.patreon.com/avocadotoast BUY A POCKET NOTE HERE: www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/pocketnotes/ Follow us:...
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35: LEGENDS ONLY: Stephen Hawking Mcfreaking Died but Amelia Earhart's Bones are [CONFIRMED]
In this episode Jessi and Nicole discuss what an iconic genius Stephen Hawking was for wanting to run over Margaret Thatcher's toes with his wheelchair and give a Good/Bad/Ugly profile of America's (gay) Sweetheart: The one and only Amelia Earhart! (Spoiler: Meeley has done nothing wrong ever in...
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33: Toxic Masculinity
UPLOAD DATE: Monday March 12, 2018 TITLE: 33: Toxic Masculinity AUTHOR/ARTIST: avocadotoast DESCRIPTION: Nicole and Jessi talk toxic masculinity and Nicole discusses a seminar she recently attended on the topic. DONATE HERE: www.pocketpodcastnetwork.com/donate/ BUY A POCKET NOTE HERE:...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
avocadotoast is a podcast for and by young people to increase political literacy and awareness among young Millenials and members of Generation Z. Each episode is split between the weekly news and a socio-political political topic the hosts explain and discuss around. The hosts offer varying levels of expertise of the subjects they choose, and sometimes have guests around their age to discuss topics that are either relevant to their lives, or that they might have expertise in.
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