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The American Swirl
by Rudy Martinez and Rall Elder
The American Swirl Podcast meets at the intersection of black and brown America. We discuss everything from pop culture to politics, crime & punishment, religion, LGBTQIA, and all the spaces the Latinx and African-American communities overlap. Hosted by Rall Elder, a Black, Muslim, veteran, father that loves his people and his country enough to call them both out when they’re on some bullshit and Rudy Martinez, a veteran, chicano, opinionated, bleeding heart who has this crazy belief that this country is best when we all have a seat at the table.
Episodes
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We're Back
Hey y'all, we know we've been away for a long while, but let's catch up! We've miss you.
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Rall Hides In The Closet
This week Rall is hiding in the closet. We talk old video games, Ted Lasso, Wrexham, the horrible English accent and Rall reminds Rudy that world does not always suck.
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Episode 7
Rall and Rudy are back talking about the week that was, ways to serve, and a reminder to look out for your people. Serve the City Feed the Children
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Episode Six
Got off to a melancholy start considering the week the world has just had, but we did manage to find some funny in a very dark time. So yes, we discussed the horrific things going down in Israel and Gaza. We also sang the praises of Scrawny Davidson for helping us look for the funny in an…
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United Idiots
We discuss Congress doing the bare minimum their job requires. Taylor Swift making the NFL more popular. Yeah, we said it. And some other stuff I can't remember now.
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Transmarried
Rall and Rudy are back after a week off. We talk family, growing up not learning spanish because racism is a thing in the US. Zoot Suit Riots Operation Wetback We discuss Lauren Boobert and Tittygate, bidets for some reason, and the wonder that is Coco Gauff. And we laugh. Like, a lot a lot.
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He Ain't My Boi!
Honestly, boys and girls, this thing is evolving nicely into two old friends talking about the world we all share. We talked about the connection between Ron DeSantis's rhetoric and governance decisions and the Jacksonville mass shooting. We argue over which garbage human is my boy, or his.…
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Live From the 750..something
Wow, Rudy gets off to a banging start. Thank god Rall was there to pick up his slack. We celebrate the Atlanta indictment. Suck it DJT fans. We talk about the shitty week that involved the three beautiful black folks in Jacksonville murdered for having melanin; the murder of Laura Ann Carlton for...
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Leave Sandra Bullock Alone!
We're back with a whole new show and swagger! This week we explain why we changed up the name and the feel of this podcast. We dive deep into the rumble on the river, the Michael Oher story (where Rudy WAS SO VERY WRONG about Sandra Bullock's ethnicity), and Rudy tells the story of that one time…
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Nice Beard
We talked about the idiot going to Florida tomorrow. The idiot that is Florida. And a whole lot of other nonsense. It was a fun time.
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International Swirl
We begin at the beginning all over again. Rall and Rudy catch up and make plans for a newer, better Swirl.
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The Question Is Different, But The Same
Rall and Rudy are back after a too long hiatus. We're talking Tyre Nichols and Rhianna this time around. And we mention this awesome poem: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1AVKvy9PebE. We're rusty, but dammit feels good to be back.
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Make My Journey Brighter
Our first episode in a series where we explore the cultural impact of people and cultures that have become etched into the American culture and become a permanent part of the American swirl. Today we talk about the wonder that is Sister Rosetta Tharpe and the influence artists like her and Robert...
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Happy F***ing Birthday, America
Rall still thinks America is a solid 7 while Rudy isn't sure it's a 5. We talk Roe v. Wade and their experience as men and abortion (hint: we're in favor). They talk video games and a few other things. And Rall has some really awesome news!
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A Very Loved Donut
Last week we had high hopes for our next episode. Then American did what America does.
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Let's Just Leave It All Behind
Rudy and Rall talk about moving to Paris and Greece, respectively. Rudy explains the pinch and roll method. The little old racist lady makes Rudy afraid to make friends in the South. We revisit how to treat bullies. Rall's beautiful, breathtaking mama has a birthday! No seriously, she is...
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Rudy Is Just Depressing To Listen To Today
Rall carries Rudy while Rudy sounds like a whiney depressed shit. It's good clean fun.
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Dead Horse and Some Genealogy
Rall and Rudy talk about that shit that went down at the Oscars. Also, they discuss Rall's newfound whiteness and Rudy is Japanese. Also, the awesome new Supreme Court Justice!
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F*ck Grapefruit (and Putin)
Aside from Rall's ashy knees, we discuss Ukraine. Listen, we know we're not experts in the field, but we are human. And this is a very human issue. And for those inclined, here is that thing I wrote: When I am 70 Enjoy. And let us know what you think. Rudy and Rall
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T-Pain Ain't No F*ck Up
We talk some VD, T-Pain, mental health, and that bomb ass halftime show.
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You Can't Say That Word
Rudy gets Rall's opinion on using THAT word. Trinidad James and Don Lemon Rapper Gunna opens free grocery store And remember: Rudy LOOOVVEEEESSS Stacey Abrams!
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Welcome to 2022!
Rall and Rudy welcome in the new year with new plans for the year! Things on tap this episode: the wonder that is Stacy Abrams, the sentencing for the murderers of Ahmaud Arbery, Rudy's obsession with Rall's obsession with his wife, and plans for 2022!
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We - with Joshua Kramer and C. Fulsty
This week we interview author Joshua Kramer and illustrator C. Fulsty about their beautiful new children's book: We. A Reminder of the Kindness In Us All. Joshua Kramer is a husband, father, fireman, Superhero, and author. In his spare time he likes to help make the world by working with Punk…
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They Sparkle When They Shine
This week we are talking to our good friend - artist, advocate, beautiful human - from across the pond, Josh George about all things Meghan Markle and the Royals! Josh also helps educate us on proper use of pronouns and explains just what a "nonce" really is! Do listen in. And share! You can see...
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Growing Up Nerdy
This week we got a new theme song! Shoutout to Rasul Elder for putting that together for us. We talk about the wonders of comic books and WandaVision! And we added a little bonus from last week's missed episode. Enjoy, Rudy and Rall.
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Colorism: A Shade of Racism
In this episode Rall drops some knowledge about colorism. Rudy gets a little heated discussing the rise in racism towards our Asian brethren. Warning: questionable language.
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How About That Poet Laureate?
Rall and Rudy talk about the impact Covid is having on the Latino community, the never ending nightmare that is Donald J. Trump, and the emotions of the inauguration. Thanks for listening!
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With Love In My Heart
Hell of a lot of fun talking to Poppa The Don Elder today! Everything from MLK, the Plainfield Riots, JFK, and a father's love for his son. Buckle up for this one, it is one hell of a ride. More info on some of today's topics: MLK and the government plot Plainfield Riots Language warning.
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The Treason That Happened Yesterday
After the events of yesterday's insurrection/treason/dumbf@ckery we decided we needed to discuss... the differences is how the european americans were treated yesterday vs. how BLM was treated this summer, the cowardice and failure to act to remove 45 from office, and our overall anger at what...
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Care in the time of Covid
Welcome to the first episode of The American Swirl Podcast! Our guest, Adrienne Belcher, is a registered nurse who spent six months working in a Covid-19 ICU ward. We discuss the toll that Covid-19 has taken on the black and brown communities and mental toll it takes on healthcare professionals....
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American Swirl Coming Soon!
The American Swirl Podcast is a passion project by Rall Elder and Rudy Martinez that will come to you regularly beginning in January 2021.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The American Swirl Podcast meets at the intersection of black and brown America. We discuss everything from pop culture to politics, crime & punishment, religion, LGBTQIA, and all the spaces the Latinx and African-American communities overlap. Hosted by Rall Elder, a Black, Muslim, veteran, father that loves his people and his country enough to call them both out when they’re on some bullshit and Rudy Martinez, a veteran, chicano, opinionated, bleeding heart who has this crazy belief that this country is best when we all have a seat at the table.
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The American Swirl Podcast meets at the intersection of black and brown America. We discuss everything from pop culture to politics, crime & punishment, religion, LGBTQIA, and all the spaces the Latinx and African-American communities overlap. Hosted by Rall Elder, a Black, Muslim, veteran, father...
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