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Thanks for the Words
by Chris
A portal for connecting ideas on society, culture, and philosophy, shared across generations.
Episodes
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Dave Chappelle, LGBTQ Community, and the Court of Public Opinion (WARNING: Graphic Language)
SHOW LESSToday we discuss the criticism of Dave Chappelle for comments made in recent stand-up specials. Exploring different comedic styles and approaches from George Carlin to Louis CK to Andrew Dice Clay, we go over the different points on both sides of this issue. Is comedy in the wrong, or…
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Nothing Changes
Sharing a few thoughts on tragedies in America, and why things won't change. Referenced video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dBuFeSz9AnI&t=242s
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A Failure of the Honor System? Words on Clarence Thomas, Recusals, Governance and Politics
What is the real issue with Clarence Thomas' apparent conflict of interest involving his wife Ginny? Is the problem with Trump, with the Thomas', or is it with the institution of the Supreme Court itself?
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Ron DeSantis Doesn't Want Your Kids to be Whatever They Want To Be
Ron DeSantis has signed the "Don't Say Gay Bill" into Florida law.
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Will Smith Slaps Chris Rock: Words on Violence, Comedy, and Toxic Masculinity
In a stunning turn of events, Will Smith assaulted Chris Rock live on stage at the Oscars tonight, after the comedian made what some would call an "off color" joke about Smith's wife, Jada.
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WHO Warns of Possible COVID Spread in Ukraine; Words on Duality of Crises
In an emergency situation, threats can come from multiple sides. That doesn't mean acknowledging one negates the importance of the other. Purchase Mental Immunity here: https://amzn.to/3plCksoKF94 Masks: https://amzn.to/3HTgrYNSamson Meteorite USB Condenser Microphone, Chrome:...
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Ron DeSantis Gets Triggered by Masks; Words on Leadership
Ron DeSantis was seen on video berating a group of young students for wearing their masks at his press conference. What does this say about his leadership skills? Purchase Mental Immunity here: https://amzn.to/3plCksoKF94 Masks: https://amzn.to/3HTgrYNSamson Meteorite USB Condenser Microphone,...
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Andy Norman Interview; Words on Joe Rogan, Spotify, and the Problem with False Equivalency of Info
Check out my interview with Researcher, Philosopher, and Award-Winning Author Andy Norman as we discuss the recent controversy with Joe Rogan and Spotify. What responsibilities do influencers with very large audiences have to "get it right", and are we doing enough as a society to combat…
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Florida Representative Joe Harding Pushing "Don't Say Gay Bill"; Words on Getting Out to Vote
A bill in Florida, backed by Governor Ron DeSantis, will encourage schools to "out" lgbtq students to their parents who may or may not already be aware. Additionally, Texas is looking to classify lgbtq education as "child abuse". Where do these pieces of legislation come from? Voter apathy. KF94...
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California Relaxing State-wide Mask Mandate Starting Tomorrow; Words on a Repetitive Cycle
Mask mandates being lifted (again). But will it even matter? KF94 Masks: https://amzn.to/3HTgrYNSamson Meteorite USB Condenser Microphone, Chrome: https://amzn.to/3GMiTigA Promised Land, by Barack Obama: https://amzn.to/3LA3EwK
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A Promised Land, Barack Obama: Book Review #1
I wanted to do something different this Super Bowl Sunday: taking a stab at book reviewing. Today I discuss the first half of the first volume of former President Barack Obama's memoir, A Promised Land. This section encompasses Obama's childhood and early education, college years, meeting…
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Ben Shapiro Exposes the Democratic Hypocrisy in Attempting to Replace Justice Breyer Before Midterms
Ben Shapiro doing what he does best: talking very quickly as he explains why the Democrats are inconsistent, hypocritical, and overtly racist, and how the rules of expected consistency apply to one party more than the other. Learn from the master of quick-wit and riveting intellectualism just why...
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Joe Rogan, Spotify, and Responsibilities with a Platform
Just sharing a few thoughts on the Joe Rogan/Spotify conversation. Note: This episode was originally recorded February 1st. Sorry for the delay. Samson Meteorite USB Condenser Microphone, Chrome...
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Martin Luther King, Jr. Wasn't "Beloved"; Let's not Pretend That He Was
As we honor and remember Martin Luther King, Jr. today, let's make sure we remember him for who he was, what he stood for, and how he was treated at the time of his life--and death.
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Satan is Taking Over our Schools! Tucker Carlson is on the Case.
In a brilliant example of hard-hitting journalism, the great Tucker Carlson takes on the evil Satanic Temple with the use of his iconic confused stare in this riveting interview.
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School Zones are Just Liberal Propaganda and Crosswalks are Big Government Overreach!
At what rate does something need to occur before it becomes important?
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Emancipation Proclamation, Forefathers, and the Evolution of Racism
Today I am discussing the history and evolution of slavery and racism in America, how the shadows of our troubled past still linger today, and why our educational system seems so unwilling to address and acknowledge the true horrors of our past. Video with picture:...
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I'm Just Getting Tired of This: Words on Masks, Shots, Months and Selfishness
Some thoughts on the mask/vaccination situation.
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The Season of Giving: Words on Culture, Religion, Jesus, and the Commercialization of Christmas
This is a follow-up to my last video, and a response to a comment.
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The War on Christmas Returns! What Happy Holidays can tell us about All Lives Matter...
I made an interesting observation on the dichotomy between "Merry Christmas" vs "Happy Holidays", and "Black Lives Matter" vs "All Lives Matter".
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Teachers Dash for Cash in South Dakota--Mindful Marketing or Senseless Spectacle? A Rule 303 Idea
A group of teachers did a mad scramble for cash to fund their classrooms. Many are upset at the gross spectacle, enraged that public schools aren't properly funded as is. Did this "money grab" serve a purpose other than to excite some fans? Or is there more to it, long term?
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New Grading System Coming to California Schools--Are we Sugarcoating Education for our Kids?
A new program in California school districts will eliminate "Fs" and "Ds" from the grading system. Are we empowering our kids to succeed or just giving them free handouts?
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Supreme Courtship of Roe v Wade: Words on Abortion, Murder, Fear, Consequence
Discussing the hearing on Roe vs Wade. Is fear enough to justify taking a life? Does America hold a double standard in this question?
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My Problem With the Left: Words on Transphobia, Intersectionality, Menstrual Cycles, and a TED Talk
Hope everyone had a blessed Thanksgiving. Today I'd like to share some thoughts on a TED talk. Or rather, a conversation around the talk itself. I believe intersectionality can go to an extreme to the point of hurting progressive causes. TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cjbgZwgdY7Q
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Kyle Rittenhouse Not Guilty on All Charges--Why I Agree With the Verdict
The only thing stopping a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun. .... Right?
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Did Kyle Rittenhouse Look Innocent? Words on Perception, Prejudice, and Playing Cards
What would lead someone to assess that Kyle Rittenhouse, as he walked down the street toting his AR-15, looked innocent?
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Are all Opinions Created Equal? Words on Values, Beliefs, and Actions
Continuing the conversation on reasoning vs rationalizing, and discussing the question "who's to say?". Does having the "right" to do something mean you should do it?
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Just Comply, Kyle Rittenhouse: Words on Directions, Choices, Consequences and Standards
Expanding on a few thoughts on Kyle Rittenhouse.
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Kyle Rittenhouse Takes the Stand: Words on Homes, Self Defense and Forks in the Road
Sharing a few thoughts on the Kyle Rittenhouse situation, and parallels with other self defense/stand your ground cases such as the George Zimmerman shooting of Trayvon Martin.
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Rationalizing vs Reasoning: Words on Truth, Bias, a Pathway, and Obi Wan Kenobi
Reading a book by Andy Norman called "Mental Immunity". In it, he discusses why people cling to bad ideas, and how we can fix it. I found an interesting passage on distinguishing rationalizing from reasoning that I thought is a good reminder for all of us.
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Contrarian Dude is Mad Mad Mad!
Hello everyone. Today I decided to do a follow-up to my video from a few months ago, "Response To Contrarian Dude: 'Why Beau of the Fifth Column pisses me off'". Contrarian Dude did a follow-up video to his original one, and the plot thickens... In this video, we discuss the qualities of...
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Reaction to Classically Abby
I stumbled on Classically Abby about a year ago when I started noticing advertisements of her videos in my feed. I've been watching some of her videos off and on and finally decided to do a reaction video on her channel in a general sense. Specifically, I discuss a few points she makes in…
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Sacramento Fire Fighter Desmond Lewis Returning After Leave of Absence Due to Toxic Work Environment
Desmond Lewis quit the Sacramento Fire Department in March of 2021, citing a hostile and toxic work environment rife with sexism, racism, and misogyny. He is now returning after the Department and city of Sacramento have implemented major changes to improve racial diversity and sensitivity,...
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How to Respond to Racism
Today I'd like to respond to an excellent video by Beau of the Fifth Column on how white people should respond to racism they see. Beau did an excellent discussion on how to respond to more overt displays of racism. I would just like to add my thoughts on responding to the more "covert" racist...
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Gavin Newsom Recall a Failure; Words on Principles, Referendums, and the Loudest Voices in the Room
A day after Gavin Newsom decisively won an attempted recall, I wanted to share some thoughts on observations about those who make the loudest noises in a debate. Also, a reminder to make sure your voice (and, more importantly, actions) are heard and applied.
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Squaw Valley Ski Resort at Lake Tahoe Changes Name to "Palisades Tahoe"; Words on Offensive History
A discussion on why there is such an emotionally charged reaction when corporations change their name. Who are the ones who are "supposed" to be offended? Note: Midway through the video I was disrupted by the garbage pick-up. Massive over-sight on my part. I decided to keep talking through hoping...
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Always Look for the Helpers: Words on 9/11, 20 Years Later
"When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping. '" -- Fred Rogers
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Freedom is Conditional: Words on 9/11, 20 Years Later
Continuing the conversation on freedom. "The government has a defect: it's potentially democratic. Corporations have no defect: they're pure tyrannies." -- Noam Chomsky
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We Have No Freedom: Words on 9/11, 20 Years Later
I'm going to be doing a short series over the next few days involving the 20th Anniversary of the terrorist attacks on 9/11. In this video we'll discuss the topic of freedom as it's applied to modern society. "Politicians are there to give you the illusion that you have choice. You don't. You…
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Why I Keep Going
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A Message From DHS: Why the Military Proves the COVID Vaccine is NOT a Hoax
If you don't believe the FDA, the CDC, President Joe Biden, or your own doctor, you should believe the Military. Here's why.
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Views in Focus: Words on Abortion, Bodily Autonomy, and What "Pro-Choice" REALLY Means
As a follow up to my last video, I just wanted to clarify my views on bodily autonomy in case there were some that didn't know I was being satirical.
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Texas Outlaws Abortion--Does This Prove That All Lives REALLY Matter?
Be sure to go to https://prolifewhistleblower.com/ to report any illegal abortions. However, make sure you DON'T flood their website with phony reports. This would slow down their response time and possibly cause their server to go down. This may have already happened earlier today. We wouldn't...
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Managing Personal Health and Well-Being: Words on a Precarious Future
Today I'm responding to a question I received regarding how to feel better about the desperate and often depressing anxieties we may feel about the future of the planet and society.
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California Assembly Bill 73: Words on the Farmworker Wildfire Smoke Protections Act
California Assembly Bill 73 passed Senate Committee hearing this week. Heading to Governor Newsom's desk. The Bill would designate California's 800,000 farm and agriculture workers as "essential", thereby giving them access to California's stockpile of N95 masks to protect them when working...
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First Hearing Examination
Sharing my experience presiding over my first hearing examination for the Hearing Examiners Board.
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Why I Don't Talk About Foreign Policy: Words on Afghanistan
Note: I recorded this episode four days ago for the YouTube channel and have been lazy getting uploads on here. So what I'm referring to here is a few days late. As the title suggests, I don't like to and very rarely talk on foreign policy and international conflict. I have a few reasons for…
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I Don't Know How We're Going to Make This Work
Kids are going back to school in person. COVID cases are spiking. Students and teachers are imposing quarantines. The Delta Variant is spiraling out of control. Hospitals are being overrun, and now that includes children. How are we going to make in person school work without vaccine mandates?
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Protecting Yourself From the Smoke; Words on the (in)Effectiveness of Cloth Masks
Cloth masks absolutely are effective in slowing down the spread of COVID-19. But to protect against the hazards of smoke inhalation you need an N95. If you're in an area in or near wildfire smoke, please be sure to check your Air Quality Index (AQI) daily. It can tell you how hazardous particular...
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FDA Approval; Sharing My Experience Getting the Pfizer Vaccine
This recording ended up going way longer than I intended. So, I've included some time stamps for you. 00:00 - FDA Approval 03:05 - My experience getting 1st shot 07:20 - Volunteering for Vaccination Deployment 09:17 - My first two weeks on-site 16:00 - My experience getting 2nd shot 18:12 -...
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