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Send us Fan MailWake me up when the world is over comrades.In this episode we talk about the latest, greatest and worstest in the news. Comrade Nephew tries to figure out the perfect length for a skit, and Comrade Uncle decides he'll need to find someone with a .22 to shoot squirrels to eat after the apocalypse. I've been stocking up on bottlecaps, as they will be the new currency, how about you?Oh, and I would like to show you Iranian lego videos, but youtube keeps banning them. Now there are also many copycats. It's a problem. Here's a link to the wiki for the guys who made them, then maybe you can sort out how to find em. I'm just glad I downloaded it before it got taken offline. I think it's gonna be hard to keep that up though, with so many other people doing it.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Explosive_MediaResources:United Nations Charter - https://www.un.org/en/about-us/un-charterJCPOA (Iran Nuclear Deal) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Joint_Comprehensive_Plan_of_ActionSAVAK (Iran's secret police under the Shah) - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SAVAKCode Pink - https://www.codepink.orgJewish Voice for Peace - https://jewishvoiceforpeace.orgDemocratic Socialists of America (DSA) - https://www.dsausa.orgCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailEpic Fury or Epic Fail? More like "Operation Incel Meltdown". Or "Operation Pay Dough File Rage" (sound it out).Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailWelllllll. That whole peace thing didn't last very long did it? Did it ever start? Who is to say. Us, that's who, and you too. But let's talk about it eh?Love, Comrade Nephew Odysseas Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailIt's finally here! The solution to all our problems.Just kidding. Everything is a mess, but don't despair, there is a light at the end of the tunnel, and we will walk beside you into the bright new day! Sorry for the crappy audio. Quality will improve next episode.Fatima's GoFundMe: https://tinyurl.com/FatimasgofundmeGaza Flour Fund: https://chuffed.org/project/141171-gaza-flour-fundTakeaways- Connected Struggles- Imperial Aggression- Humanitarian Aid Vaccine Safety- Misinformation Impact Imperialism and its Impact- The Need for SolidarityChapters- 00:00 Introduction and Greetings- 05:18 Impact of Imperial Interventions- 11:06 US Imperial Interventions and Resource Wars- 18:17 Struggles and Bandwidth- 24:10 Class Struggle and Limitations- 30:15 Medical Issues and COVID-19 Vaccines- 55:03 Imperialism and Its Impact- 01:14:21 The Call for SolidarityCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Uncle AJ Layon MD and Comrade Nephew Odysseas cover the attack on Medicare, RFK JR false vaccine claims, and some recent news from Gaza*note: the Sumud Flotilla was (illegally) intercepted shortly after we recorded this. More flotillas are being formed.Reading list:- Sumud Flotilla https://www.dropsitenews.com/p/drop-site-urges-release-global-sumud-flotilla-alex-colston-detained-by-israel- RFK JR false vaccine claims https://theconversation.com/how-rfk-jr-s-misguided-science-on-mrna-vaccines-is-shaping-policy-a-vaccine-expert-examines-the-false-claims-263027- Medicare cut provisions https://www.kff.org/medicare/tracking-the-medicare-provisions-in-the-2025-budget-bill/- How states pay for Medicare https://www.pgpf.org/article/budget-explainer-how-do-states-pay-for-medicaid/- Federal/state share of Medicare spending https://www.kff.org/medicaid/state-indicator/federalstate-share-of-spending/- Gaza undercount https://johnmenadue.com/post/2025/09/naders-plea-on-under-counted-gaza-deaths-should-not-go-unheeded/Show art is adapted from a poster by Vasily Nikolaevich Kostyanitsyn created in 1920more info, and the original, here: https://tinyurl.com/yh8uzwkpHelp out my friend Fatima and her family in Gaza:https://tinyurl.com/FatimasgofundmeCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailWell hellloooooo, fancy meeting youuuu here! Well, I've got some good news and some bad news. The good news is we might have cured diabetes. The bad news is we might start ww3, in which case, we REALLY cured diabetes. For everyone. And all other diseases too. Except radiation poisoning, I suppose. But if that doesn't pan out, we still have a new  vaccine for type 1 diabetes. Just don't tell RFK Jr. or you might get deported to a d**th camp in El Salvador. Then you'll probs pray for ww3. Okey dokey, seeya round space cowboy/girl/whatever.Oh, you're still here?Well, in that case, have some links:- Help my friend Fatima survive https://tinyurl.com/fatimafund- https://chrishedges.substack.com/p/they-cooked-up-their-own-intelligence- https://www.cdc.gov/measles/data-research/index.html- There's a supplemental PDF too but you are going to have to go to our website to get it. https://comradeunclepod.com/ep-19-when-you-draft-me-for-world-war-3-make-sure-to-overcharge-me-for-the-diabetes-cure/Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailMore properly, is the conflict, resistance and all, class struggle?Plus, the latest fuckery out of RFK's pro disease clown cavalcade.Please consider donating to help my friend Fatima in Gazahttps://tinyurl.com/fatimafundCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailWhat's new in the world? Wtf is RFK Jr. talking about? No, vitamin E doesn't cure measles but the vaccine prevents it. "In this conversation, Odysseas and AJ Layon discuss various pressing global and domestic issues, including the ongoing conflict in Gaza, international legal actions regarding human rights, the resilience of resistance movements, and the implications of US immigration policies. They delve into the political climate in the US, drawing parallels to fascism, and reflect on the economic crisis and its potential consequences. The conversation also touches on the importance of activism and the challenges faced by future generations, concluding with a discussion on health issues related to measles and the importance of immunization. In this conversation, AJ Layon and Odysseas discuss the complexities of public health, the immune response to viruses, and the consequences of vaccine hesitancy. They critique the messaging surrounding health and nutrition, emphasizing the need for community organization and proactive measures to address public health issues. The discussion also touches on civil disobedience, historical lessons in activism, and the importance of solidarity in the fight for justice."Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailWhat a shitshow! Not this show. This show is pure gold. But the big show that we all have to watch? That, my friend, is pure shit. Please, enjoy these AI generated show notes that we get whether we want them or not. Accurate? Not? You tell us. Send a message. They probably took a few liters of fresh water so we might as well use em. Love, O."In this conversation, Odysseas and AJ Layon delve into the complexities of modern politics, reflecting on the implications of leadership choices, the historical context of democracy, and the rise of authoritarianism. They discuss the role of corporatism in shaping political ideologies, the impact of U.S. foreign policy on global conflicts, and the ongoing struggles for civil rights. The dialogue emphasizes the interconnectedness of these themes and the need for a critical examination of political narratives. In this conversation, AJ Layon and Odysseas delve into various pressing issues, including the historical context of global conflicts, the role of leadership in conflict resolution, public health challenges related to vaccination, abortion rights, the intersection of law and morality, and the implications of social service cuts on economic inequality. They emphasize the need for informed discussions and the moral responsibilities of leaders in addressing these complex issues. In this conversation, AJ Layon and Odysseas explore the complexities of political figures, the betrayal of the working class by the Democratic Party, and the lack of viable political alternatives. They discuss the limitations of diversity and inclusion initiatives, the urgency of climate action, and the ongoing assault on government and democracy. The dialogue emphasizes the interconnectedness of social issues and the need for collective action to create meaningful change."Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailThe glorious march to world socialism continues with episode 15, wherein Comrade Uncle Doctor Abraham Joseph Layon and Comrade Nephew Odysseas discuss a variety of topics, including but not limited to Doctor Layon's interview with Newsbreak. We also cover topics like Red Note, Mao, and Che Guevara. Update: As of 2/15/25 the CDC page on bird flu was back upOur art for this episode is adapted from a poster by V. Koretsky created in 1941 and titled: "The people and the army are invincible!"Further ReadingDr. AJ Layon interview: https://www.newsbreak.com/news/3741045518222-healthcare-in-the-trump-administration-challenges-changesComrade Uncle on Red Note: https://www.xiaohongshu.com/user/profile/678867d2000000000803fe6c?m_source=pwaThis Week in Abortion: https://open.substack.com/pub/jessica/p/the-week-in-abortion-960?utm_source=share&utm_medium=android&r=j69qsChaos and Fear at the CDC: https://www.commondreams.org/news/trump-cdcDemocrat's Betrayals Are Jeopardizing Democracy: https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/political-commentary/democrats-fdr-new-deal-financial-crisis-1248615/ V. Koretsky's original poster: https://www.loc.gov/item/2016650026/Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

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Send us Fan MailsummaryIn this conversation, Comrade Uncle Doctor AJ Layon and Comrade Nephew Odysseas discuss various diseases, including Mpox (aka Monkeypox), RSV, and COVID-19. They highlight the importance of vaccination and the need for global distribution of vaccines. They also discuss the transmission and prevention methods for each disease, emphasizing the use of masks and practicing good hygiene. The conversation concludes with a call for peace and healthcare access in conflict-affected areas. A time traveler briefly interrupts the transmission.takeawaysVaccination is crucial in preventing the spread and severity of diseases like Monkeypox (of rather, mpox), RSV, and COVID-19.Masks and good hygiene practices are effective in reducing the transmission of respiratory viruses.Global distribution of vaccines is necessary to control the spread of diseases and protect vulnerable populations.In conflict-affected areas, access to healthcare and peace are essential for preventing the spread of diseases and ensuring the well-being of the population.Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailHail and well met comrade traveler, where are you headed? Oh no. Not the campus. That campus is haunted by ghouls who will shoot you with rubber bullets for peacefully protesting the wholesale extermination of a people. Well, since I can see that you must go that way, take this podcast and hold it close. It is a magical ward against the undead creatures that dwell within those environs. Seek out the students, for they are comrades. Do not stray off the path, and listen not to the voices that whisper from the dark. They will try to lure you away from the path with hasbara about how it's anti semitic to oppose genocide... THEN SCOUR THE FLESH FROM YOUR VERY BONES! BEWARE! HEED MY WARNING COMRADE! HEED IT! Oh yea, and donate to my GoFundMe so we can help my friend and her family flee from the IOF savages: https://gofund.me/a98a4597Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailGreetings and salutations dearest comrades.This episode is just Comrade Nephew Odysseas reading a few poems. Two are by Comrade Uncle, Doctor AJ Layon. One is by Refaat Alareer. https://inthesetimes.com/article/refaat-alareer-israeli-occupation-palestinehttps://ajosephpoetry.wordpress.com/Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailGreetings and salutations comrades! Comrade Nephew Odysseas and Comrade Uncle Doctor Abraham Joseph Layon break this nightmare US election down for you. Will they agree? You'll have to listen and find out. Spoiler alert: everything sucks. Fear not stalwart comrade, you are not alone. We march shoulder to shoulder with you and whatever adversity we face, we will face it together. Forward to victory!  Huzzah! Huzzah! Huzzah! За Родину! За Палестину!Episode art adapted from a poster by V. Koretskyhttps://gofund.me/e180eda5https://www.instagram.com/eye.on.palestinehttps://electronicintifada.net/Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Nephew Odysseas and Comrade Uncle Doctor AJ Layon break down the evidence for scholasticide in Gaza. *an earlier version of this episode had some missing audio. Many thanks to comrade Clotilde for letting me know so I could fix it.Relevant links:https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/PIIS0140-6736(23)02713-7/fulltexthttps://timothysnyder.org/https://www.instagram.com/eye.on.palestinehttps://electronicintifada.net/Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Uncle Joe and Comrade Nephew Odysseas dive into a new article that Joe wrote with Professor Mary Layoun. Grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy your brand new Comrade Uncle! We missed you. Welcome back to us comrade.Read the article here: https://www.athensjournals.gr/philolo...Or on www.comradeunclepod.com which is also, incidentally, one of the places you can find both the video and audio version of the show.At the end of this episode you will hear some sounds cut into the outro music that will make more sense if you watch the video version, OR you can go to the following links... but prepare yourself friends. In all seriousness, these are videos from Gaza, and while they are important to see, it is good to be prepared to see them, because they can be upsetting. 1) https://www.instagram.com/reel/C1Xqoc7NvXi/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTYzOWQzNmJjMA==2) https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cz5IKaqM_6L/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTYzOWQzNmJjMA==3) https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0bfWfLMC8u/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTYzOWQzNmJjMA==4) https://www.instagram.com/reel/CzZKZ7GLoNc/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=NTYzOWQzNmJjMA==That's all for now comrades. Stay out of trouble, and remember, like my mom always said: "boredom is counter revolutionary".Our episode art is adapted from:Antiimperialistische Solidarität (Anti-Imperialist Solidarity), 1981By Gerhard VoigtPoster, 15 3/4 x 11 1/4 in. (28.5 x 40cm)East GermanyCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Nephew and Uncle discuss the latest booster and arm you with the knowledge to refute bs claims. Also, we have to say a few words about Palestine. We love you.Stay strong.From the river to the sea comrade. This episode was brought to you by the steely gaze of William Tecumseh Sherman, the grit of Lyudmila Pavlichenko, and the unyielding determination of Tran Tu Binh.Episode art from the Vietnamese Health MinistryCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailThe dramatic conclusion of our 2 part series on the opioid pandemic, in which we finally hash out who is in fact the comrade uncle. Will it be Joe? Will it be Odysseas? Or perhaps it's Ho Chi Minh. All will be revealed. The scales shall fall from thine eyes comrade.Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Uncle Doctor AJ Layon, and Comrade Nephew Odysseas discuss the opioid pandemic, it's origins,  Narcan, what works, and what doesn't for addressing the crisis.  This is part 1 of a 2 part episode.If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or addiction contact the national help line at  1-800-662-HELP (4357)  or send your zip code via text message: 435748 (HELP4U) to find treatment options near you.If you or someone you know is struggling or in crisis, help is available. Call or text 988 or chat 988lifeline.orgCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Uncle regales you with the various spiteful dipshittery of Florida's SB 1580 which just passed and was signed into law by renowned Floridaman Ron DeShitbag, excuse me, DeSanctimonious... Wait that's not it... DeSantis. Florida governor Rob DeSnivel and his crew of gerrymandering goons passed a law which attacks trans people, the right of hospitals to require masks, and gives all levels of healthcare providers the ability  to deny everything from birth control, to healthcare to anybody they dislike. "Freedom of conscience" my ass.Catch up with us everywhere as Comrade Uncle Pod or at comradeunclepod.com Video version available on YouTube.Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Uncle AJ Layon tells us what it was like to be one of the first doctors caring for HIV patients, back when we didn't know what it was... And how that relates to the present COVID pandemic.Check us out everywhere as comradeunclepod, or at comradeunclepod.comCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailIn this episode Comrade Uncle Doctor AJ Layon answers listener questions about COVID, long COVID, risky behavior, "natural" immunity, and much more.The questions answered in this episode are:1) If you are fully vaxed and still get Covid, should you get treatment? Or just ride it out?2) What is the immunity difference between getting a booster and getting actual omicron Covid? 3) Thoughts about Long Covid and brain fog. Causes, remedies, supplements, and treatments?4) Does he (doctor Layon) go out to restaurants, stores, and bars unmasked? Or is he still wearing a mask? To help with labor struggles, go here:https://www.change.org/p/we-support-nurses-who-are-calling-for-a-union-voice-for-safe-quality-care-at-uw-healthand here:https://dsa-la.org/tacos-for-teachers/Paxlovid for long covid study: https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/NCT05576662Catch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube

Send us Fan MailComrade Uncle is a podcast where I talk to my uncle, who is a smart and good doctor practicing critical care medicine,  about the intersection of politics and health, through a Marxist lens.In this episode Comrade Uncle Doctor Joe and Comrade Nephew Odysseas discuss COVID, pandemic response, labor struggles, and more.To help with labor struggles, go here:https://www.change.org/p/we-support-n...and here:https://dsa-la.org/tacos-for-teachers/For video of this episode catch up with us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@comradeunclepodCatch up with us at ComradeUnclePod.comAudio versions available on all major directories, or on our website.Video available on YouTube