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Modern Guilt
by Modern Guilt
Discussing the absurdity of the modern world and how people behave in it, along with our takes on current culture, economics, politics and arts.
Episodes
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EP.54 UNDER THE MACROSCOPE
In this episode, the guys catch up on macroeconomic/geopolitical events from the past two weeks, touching on Australia's stern COVID restrictions, the impending US debt crisis, Evergrande and Chinese financial weakness, and more. LINKS Evergrande explainer-...
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EP.53 IT JUST DOESN'T MATTER
In this episode, the guys discuss Trump's philosophy of just not caring, the Biden administration's mishandling of Afghanistan, and the underlying implications. Later on, Damon presents a case for fundamental value in crypto, and the guys dwell on HGEN's emergency use application refusal. LINKS…
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EP.52 MINDS IN THE GUTTER, EYEZ ON THE MONEY
In this episode, the guys start off by discussing nicotine, shitting, and other adventures. Next, Damon recounts the story of Chris Chan thus far, followed by an explanation of the term 'lindy'. On the back end, they touch on banks leveraging bad student loan debt, Havana syndrome, and public...
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EP.51 APEX OFFICE PREDATOR
In this episode, the guys discuss the Tokyo Olympics, the tall poppy syndrome surrounding athletic accomplishment and success in general, social class structures, and corporate, office culture LINKS The Michael Scott Theory of Social Class-...
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EP.50 ART SO FINE YOU COULD LAUNDER THE WHOLE PENSION FUND
In this episode, the guys discuss contemporary art, Kyle McDonald, Hunter Biden's upcoming exhibition, the billionaire space race, and the swindling away of America's retirement funds. LINKS Private equity and pension fund grifting...
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EP.49 LYING DOWN
In this episode, the guys discuss the new Chinese social phenomenon of 'lying down', the status of elite university educations and their inherent non-value, virtue-signaling ETF's such as NACP, and more. LINKS Eric Adams crime video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sk2Wc4Y5CxE Lying down-...
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EP.48 ON YOUR MARKS, GET SET, HOARD COMMODITIES!
In this episode, the guys discuss The Global Palladium Fund, geopolitical tensions rising in Africa over the administration of the Nile River, the emergence of bootleg economic under extreme conditions, and more. LINKS Guardian on John McAfee-...
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EP.47 YOU GOT ANY MORE OF THOSE AFFORDABLE ASSETS, DAWG?
In this episode, the guys discuss Blackrock's buying up of homes in America, the erosion of financial independence, the Biden administration's recent diplomatic shenanigans, and more. LINKS https://www.wsj.com/articles/if-you-sell-a-house-these-days-the-buyer-might-be-a-pension-fund-11617544801...
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EP.46 ARE YOU AUTISTIC ENOUGH FOR THE COMPANY CURRENCY?
In this episode, Hayden brings up a discussion surrounding autism diagnosis, the condition's ever-shifting definition, whether we are experiencing a contemporary over-diagnosis, and how cultural context can shift views towards people, who according to modern diagnosis, are on the spectrum....
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EP.45 STROKE THE CLIT AND REAP PROFITS
In this episode, the guys start off with a recap of Modern Guilt's recent HGEN coverage as well as touching on the recent cryptocurrency market crash. Next, Damon tells the tale of how clit-stroking, orgasmic meditation cults sprung up in America's yuppy heartlands. Lastly, Hayden shares the...
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EP.44 THE LOUISVILLE LEOPARD'S NEXT MEAL LOOKS LIKE HGEN FT. MIKE McCASKILL
In this episode, the guys are joined by the veteran stock market trader and GME loot-getter, Mike McCaskill, to discuss Mike's wild ride in the market over the past two decades, and the next big trade target on the Modern Guilt radar, $HGEN. SUPPORT US Paypal-...
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EP.43 WEAK GOOCH IN THE POLAR NIGHT
In this episode, the guys start off by discussing Warren Buffett looking old, Charlie Munger's glass eye, and the divine circle of cuckoldry which dictates capital outcomes. Next, Hayden shares the story of the Russian city Norilsk, the precious metals mined there, and the rise of the Russian...
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EP.42 YOU WANT SOME OPIUM WITH THAT UNEMPLOYMENT?
In this episode, Hayden kicks off by discussing the announcement of the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan, the country's opium trade, and the troubling development legacy left behind by the conflict. Next, Damon talks about the rise of the new entrepreneurial subclass of fin-doms,...
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EP.41 BAGHOLDERS ANONYMOUS
In this episode, the guys start off by discussing the geopolitical tension forming between Russia, the United States, and China, as Russian and Chinese aggression ramps up in their respective spheres of influence. Next, Damon broaches the topic addressed by a recent piece from The Atlantic, which...
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EP.40 THE GOD OF HR BOWS TO NO CULTURE
In this episode, the guys start off by discussing a recent New York Times article suggesting that the Biden administration oversee the completion of the United States' Southern border wall. After this, they begin a discussion on immigration, cultural identity, the relationship between free-market...
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EP.39 HUBRIS IS THE FUEL ROD THAT NEVER DIES
In this episode, the guys discuss hubris, as Damon starts the episode off by recounting the recent folly of financial manager, BIll Hwang and his $20-billion margin call. Following this, the guys talk about the cryptocurrency, Tether, which appears poised to potentially collapse the…
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EP.38 THEY'VE LEFT YOU TO DIE OUT HERE
In this episode, the guys start off by discussing China's recent move to begin teaching young men 'masculinity' in their school curriculum, the recent Tucker Carlson controversy regarding his views on the US military's special accommodation of women, and the labour implications of the modern...
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EP.37 ARE YOU DEPRESSED, OR IS YOUR LIFE JUST REALLY SHITTY?
In this episode, the guys deviate from the usual show format to have an unscripted, open conversation about mental health in modern society and the ways in which we view and treat it. SUPPORT US Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt…
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EP.36 MOON BASE DEPARTED- GAZING INTO THE EXPANSE FT. ROD ALZMANN
In this episode, Damon and Hayden are joined for the second time by special guest, Rod Alzmann (https://twitter.com/RodAlzmann). In the wake of Rod's extraordinary Gamestop journey and year to date, the guys debrief on the Gamestop madness and look forwards to discuss the economic outlook for the...
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EP.35 THE CLOWNS HOLDING THE 'LESS SMOKING' KNOB
In this episode, the guys begin by discussing the current volatility in the stock market as well as recent commentary from Michael Burry regarding inflationary risks. Next, Hayden begins a critique of the Australian government and their failure to effectively communicate to the public about both...
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EP.34 THE P.O.C BRUSH AKA THE IDENTITY SHREDDER
In this episode, the guys start off by touching on the recently imposed COVID lockdown in New Zealand, Valentine's day, and the legalisation of drugs for recreational and utilitarian use. Next, Damon discusses the recent New York Times hit piece on the blog, Slate Star Codex, which sought to...
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EP.33 NIHILISM DEFENSE ULTRA
In this episode, the guys start off by discussing a 2018 Vulture interview with music producer Quincy Jones and AOC's recent meltdown regarding her victim status relating to the Capitol Hill riots. Next, Hayden talks about draft legislation that would allow private companies to set up autonomous...
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EP.32 THE GAMESTOP REVOLUTION ATE ITSELF
In this episode, the guys discuss the recent stockmarket frenzy over Gamestop ($GME), the descent of retail investors into an ideology-driven paranoia, equality amongst market participants. Other topics include the co-opting of the anti-Wall Street social justice message for private gain, the...
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EP.31 EVERYTHING IS A CRISIS IF YOU LOOK AT IT THE RIGHT WAY
In this episode, the guys kick off by discussing the debate around Australia day and the contentious nature of national holidays in general. Next, Damon talks about a recent theory espoused by Michael Burry of 'The Big Short' fame, which suggests that due to worryingly illiquid passive stock...
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EP.30 FAIL-SAFE OR FAILED STATE?
SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter Hayden kicks off this episode with a brief history of Gaddafi-era Libya in order to contextualise a discussion of clashing narratives surrounding the failed-state status of what was once a prosperous case study for the realisation of post-colonial...
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EP.29 YOU CAN'T CENSOR WHAT YOU CAN'T SEE
SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode, the guys start off by discussing the recent chaos in Washington DC, the mass censorship response from big tech, and the possibility of the capitol hill attack being driven by pent up aggression. Next, Damon gives his take on...
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EP.28 THEY CAN TAKE AWAY MY PRIDE, BUT THEY CAN NEVER TAKE AWAY MY TESTOSTERONE
SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode, Damon kicks off by discussing the recent revelation that humankind is experiencing a literal mass emasculation, which might lead to widespread male infertility, higher estrogen levels in men across the board, and a slew of other...
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EP27. NEXT STOP, GAMESTOP MOON-BASE
SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode the guys are joined by Gamestop stock analyst extraordinaire, Rod Alzmann, AKA U/Uberkikz11, to discuss all things Gamestop as the company transitions through its most turbulent period to date and investors attempt to react...
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EP.26 THE IDEOLOGY CONVERGENCE VECTOR
SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode of the podcast, the guys kick off by touching on their new Patreon bonus offerings, before briefly discussing current media content, a fascinating upcoming guest, the return of international travel in 2021, and other assorted…
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EP.25 IT'S A FINANCIAL GANG-BANG AND YOU'RE IN THE MIDDLE OF IT
SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode the guy's kick things off by discussing the state of the global economy and the dynamics at play which prevent much of the middle and lower class from gaining a foothold on the ladder to prosperity, taxing big tech companies, and…
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EP.24 THE SPOOKS ARE OUT TO GET YOU
In this week's episode, the guys start off by discussing the recent announcement that Kim Han-Sol, nephew of North Korean leader, Kim Jong-Il is currently in the protective custody of the CIA. Following this, Damon shares his exploration of US army and intelligence projects geared towards...
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EP.23 THE YEAR'S 1984, AND WE CAN SENSE THERE'S SOMETHING FISHY GOING ON
In this episode, Damon kicks off by sharing the tale of his strange, yet enlightening weekend encounter with five gym bros (1:07), and then the guys respond to listener input and share their thoughts on the concept of 'doublethink', its relevance to our current political/media climate, the…
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EP.22 PEDOPHILE FUCK CULT
In this episode, the guys kick off with a quick chat about Damon's temporary home, Dunedin, as well as shouting out some listener-suggested topics. After this, they begin a deep-dive into the Hillsong Church, sharing what has been learned over an emergency 18hr research spree to prepare for the...
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EP.21 NO MATTER WHAT HAPPENS, I'LL ALWAYS LOVE CIGARETTES, AND THAT'S SOMETHING THEY'LL NEVER TAKE AWAY FROM ME
In this slightly unhinged episode, the guys discuss establishing laws on Mars, Trump repealing the Patriot Act, the glory of Hunter Biden and more, as election results roll in and the world holds its breath. Other topics include loving cigarettes, drinking other people's alcohol, South-East Asia,...
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EP.20 DICK SWINGING INTO A GENE-SELECTED LABOUR NIRVANA
The guys start off this episode with a brief review of the recent, bonus pod on The Act of Killing and the latest non-scandal involving Hunter Biden's exposed penis and Rudy Giuliani's trouser adjustments (2:57). Next, Hayden gives a run-down of the Obama-produced, licensed-to-Netflix documentary...
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EP.19.1 NONE OF MY MATES KILLED ANYBODY BUT I FEEL LIKE I'VE MET THESE GUYS BEFORE [BONUS POD]
In this episode, the guys respond to viewing the 2012 documentary film by Joshua Oppenheimer, The Act of Killing. The discussion starts with an overview of the premise of the film, immediate reactions to some of the personable executioners who participated in Indonesia's 1960 genocide, and…
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EP.19 IN LOCK-STEP TOWARDS THE MARKET SUPER-ORGANISM
In this politics and finance-focused episode, the guys start off with a chat about the recent New Zealand election results, what the next term of governance holds in store for Prime Minister Jacinda Adern and her Labour government, and the implications of this (2:05). Following this, they explore...
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EP.18 ARMED WITH CONFIDENCE AND ENOUGH PAIN
In episode 18, the guys kick off by discussing caffeine addiction (1:06) , Trump's recent endorsement of Regeneron stocks (6:30), current finance stuff (11:19), the Netflix series, 'Dirty money' (21.38) and more. Next, Damon and Hayden present a two-pronged show and tell celebrating the insanity...
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EP.17 PANOPTIC BLISS AND NETFLIX DICKS
We've got a favour to ask. If you enjoy our podcast, please consider taking a moment to review the show on your preferred streaming platform, or share it on social media. Your support means the world to us <3 In this episode, the boys start off with a quick rundown on president Trump's…
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EP.16.1 WHAT ARE WE REALLY DEBATING HERE? [BONUS POD]
In this bonus pod, the boys react to the first US presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. The discussion covers the continuation of centrist, liberal governance perpetuated by the ongoing drone war, murder of innocents and military industrial complex, the disintegration of…
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EP.16 THERE'S A WAR GOING ON IN YOUR MIND YOU AIN'T SAFE FROM
In this episode Damon and Hayden warm up with a talk about the world of real estate agents (5:00) and the latest Trump-related topics (17:30). Following this, Hayden serves up a deep dive into the Russian state information warfare apparatus, psyop techniques and the international relations...
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EP.15 WE'RE IN A RACE TO THE BOTTOM, BUT HOW GOOD IS IT ONCE YOU GET THERE?!
In this episode we take our time with a long-ass intro and discuss the prospect of political candidates running Only Fans accounts to fund campaigns, Donald Trump's least impressive offspring, Tiffany (1:58), Anti-lockdown COVID denier rallies in Australia (9:03), marijuana 'culture' in NZ…
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EP.14 BRISBANE'S NEXT CEO SLAYER FT. AMY MACMAHON
In this episode we were joined by Amy MacMahon, who is The Greens Candidate for the South Brisbane seat in Queensland's upcoming state election. We talked about her current campaign the mood she detects in the public (00:53), challenging the public stereotype of The Greens and selling progressive...
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EP.13 THE PROFESSIONALISM PROFESSIONAL
In this episode we talk with Ryan Menner, who leads the operational and strategic program of the Eidos Institute hosted within the Queensland University of Technology and also conducts research for The University of Queensland's Institute for Social Science Research. We talk about how society...
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EP.12 REVOLUTIONARY THEORY: FROM PSYCHE TO SOCIETY
In this episode we talk about revolutionary theory, the breaking of our collective self-worth resulting in political tribalism and the way our innate want for belonging and to be needed drives the way we live our lives. First off, Hayden offers an overview of the dichotomy of our psyche's and our...
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EP.11 FAUSTIAN BARGAINS AND MODERN TRADE-OFFS
In this episode we start off with a chat about Rupert Murdoch and his motivations, before segueing into a discussion of Faustian bargains, the moral cost of material pursuits and how the concept translates across culture, time and context (9:05). We continue to discuss celebrities selling their...
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EP.10 WALLS AROUND THE IVORY TOWER
In this episode we start off by discussing Australia's current COVID-19 situation (4:15), the unspectacular pleasures of traditional life (10:15) and living in the shadow of social media (14:00). Damon shares a summary of an article by macro-investor and philanthropist, Ray Dalio, which explores...
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EP.9 WHEN PROGRESS WON'T WORK
In this episode we start off with a recount of Hayden's incel dog-piling experience and a look at some current media stories. Next, Damon takes a dive into political tribalism by filling us in on a BLM steam game which has whipped liberal gamers into a frenzy (31:58) and the recent Goya Foods...
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EP.8 MASKED INCELS AFTER DARK
In this episode we start with a discussion of bland memoirs and documenting life. Next, Damon tells the tragic tale of Christine Chubbuck and the rise of the incel phenomenon (13:40). Following this, Hayden sparks a discussion of the dual stupid-adventurous intersectionality of men, highlighted…
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EP.7 THE ISOLATIONIST FEAT. MICHAEL HUDSON
In our first episode featuring a guest, Michael Hudson joined us to start a conversation about the intersectionality of film production, marketing and manufactured controversy. We break down societal rot, post-industrial despair and the differences between forms of isolation in regional New…
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