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What We Consume
by What We Consume
What We Consume covers everything that humans consume from media, and food to cultural events, and time periods. What We Consume is here for all your digestive needs.
Episodes
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Christmas Ads
In today's Episode, we talk about some popular Christmas ads.
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Predator: 1987
In today's episode, we discuss Predator: 1987. From the pre-production, cigar addictions, and much, much more! We hope you enjoy!
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Halloween Candy Tier List
In today's episode, we rank Halloween candy!
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The MOVE Bombing Ep. 138
In this episode, we conclude our MOVE series. We explore the escalation of MOVE's conflicts with the authorities, culminating in the 1985 bombing of their row house in Philadelphia, ordered by city officials. The bombing and subsequent fire killed 11 people, including five children, and destroyed...
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The Radicalization of MOVE. Ep 137
In this episode of 'What We Consume, we dive deep into the history and controversial actions of the MOVE organization. From their radical protests against zoos and pet shops to their escalating confrontations with the police, this episode uncovers the bizarre and tumultuous journey of MOVE....
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Ep 136. Have you heard of MOVE?
The Story of MOVE: The Origins of Vincent Leaphart (aka John Africa) | What We Consume In this episode of 'What We Consume," King Hagathor, Kevin, and Michael delve into the fascinating and tumultuous origins of the MOVE organization. They explore the life story of Vincent Leaphart, also known as...
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Casual Consumption Music: Pt 1
In today's episodes, the boys tell you about some of their favorite and meaningful music. Here is the playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLVS6SARduu9-CnWQPGaly8kFCh6QEHd-i&si=IQ4avSacRcKKOdck
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Ep 135. The Zizians: Rationalizing Murder
In this episode of 'What We Consume,' we dive into the bizarre world of the Zions, a splinter group from the rationalist community. The team explores their beliefs, philosophies, and tumultuous history. From discussions on social media detox and TV shows to the group's complex ideologies and…
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Ep 134: The Zizians Part 2
In this episode, we discuss various topics, from surviving intense storms and workplace behaviors to an in-depth analysis of a particular individual's rationalist mindset influenced by sci-fi, fantasy, and online communities. They explore various ideologies, the impact of media consumption, and…
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Ep 133: The Zizians
The Strange World of Rationalists, Effective Altruism, and ZZ La Sota: A Deep DiveIn this episode of 'What We Consume, we dive into the peculiar and often perplexing world of rationalist movements, effective altruism, and the controversial figure ZZ La Sota. From exploring the foundational…
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Casual Consume: Games, Shows, and Life's Oddities
Join us in our first Casual Consume, where we dive into various topics ranging from video games and TV shows to life changes and existential discussions. They cover Kevin’s newfound interest in 'Shorey,' King's ongoing contemplation about moving closer to his friends, and Michael’s latest video...
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Ep 132: Info Hazards and Roko's Basilisk
In this episode of 'What We Consume we delve into info hazards and the notorious thought experiment known as Roko's Basilisk. They discuss the definition of info hazards, the philosophical implications, and how these ideas have permeated pop culture and rationalist forums like LessWrong. With a…
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Ep 131: Pringles
We explore the start of this chip company and its many different flavor combinations.
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Ep 130: Rotisserie chicken
In this episode, we explore the origins of Rotisserie chicken and why it became popular.
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Ep 129: The Trump Cabinet
We discuss the new presidential cabinet: the wacky and the serious.
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Ep 128. Fred Hampton: I am a Revolutionary
In this first episode of 2025, we finsih our Fred Hampton story. We cover his public speaking, his combining of gangs, and his death. We also bring up some current events. We hope you enjoy this episode and are ready for an exciting 2025.
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Ep 127. Gremlins
This episode delves into the Christmas classic Gremlins (1984). We discuss the movie's production, trivia, plot intricacies, and lasting impact on holiday films. Along the way, the hosts share amusing anecdotes and debates about the film's dark humor, violence, and place within Christmas cinema....
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Ep 126. Fred Hampton's Legacy, The Black Panthers, and COINTELPRO
In this episode, we dive into a captivating discussion about the tumultuous events of the past week in the news, including assassination stories. They delve into the life and impact of Fred Hampton, a prominent Black Panther leader, detailing his rise within the organization, his fight against...
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Ep 125. Uncovering the Life of Fred Hampton: From Youth Activism to FBI Target
In this episode of 'What We Consume,' we delve into Fred Hampton's early life and activism. The hosts discuss Fred's upbringing, impressive high school feats, and early efforts in advocating for the Black community. They reflect on his involvement with the NAACP, encounters with racial tensions,...
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Ep 124. Buffets: A Deep Dive into the Rich History and Evolution of All-You-Can-Eat Dining
In this episode, we explore buffets' fascinating history and evolution, from their Swedish origins with the smorgasbord to their American explosion in Las Vegas. We dive into the impact of immigration on Chinese restaurants, the development of the sneeze guard, and how economic changes and the...
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Ep 123. Gladiator
In this episode, we talk about one of the most influential movies ever. It is a movie that stands the test of time and even is quoted today! Gladiator is a 2000 historical epic film about a Roman general who seeks revenge against the emperor who murdered his family and sent him into slavery
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Ep 122. What We are Consuming
In this episode, we discuss some of our interests and how they are affecting us.
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Ep 121. The McMartin Preschool Trials: Panic and Persecution
In this episode, we dive into a story that takes on a wild ride. This includes a whole town going crazy and thinking everyone's kids have been abused to interview kids and force them to say they have been abused. Join us as we explore how this happened.
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Ep 120. The Exorcist
We talk about The Exorcist a 1973 American supernatural horror film directed by William Friedkin from a screenplay by William Peter Blatty, based on his 1971 novel. We explore how this movie impacted its audience ay the time and does it still hold up.
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Ep 119. Kern County child abuse: Mary Ann Barbour
In this episode, we talk about a story of child abuse in the 1980's. A step-grandmother has a whole county convinced of crazy child abuse stories. Join us as we break this story down.
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Ep 118. Catching Strays for Satan.
Unmasking the Satanic Panic: From Raunchy Movies to Corporate Controversies Join us as we dive deep into the multifaceted world of Satanic Panic, its cultural impacts, and its bizarre tales. This episode covers nostalgic 2000s raunchy movies like Euro Trip, American Pie, and Road Trip. It...
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Ep 117. Misogyny: The Pre-Satanic Panic Era
In this episode we discuss historical approaches to child abuse, focusing on the influence of Dr. Roland C. Summit and his views that blamed mothers for familial sexual abuse. The script delves into the repercussions of such misogynistic perspectives in law enforcement and social work during the...
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Ep 116. How did we deal with the kids?: pre Satanic Panic
This episode discusses the challenges of Child Abuse, Recognition, and Prevention before the Satanic Panic.
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Ep 115. Satanic Panic: Lies and Legends
This episode explores the Satanic Panic uprise from 1800 - 1970.
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Ep. 114 Satanic Panic: a History of "Baby Eaters"
In this podcast episode, we delve into the history and transformation of the figure of Satan. We explore Satan's various roles and depictions in the Bible and how these interpretations have been used to justify persecution throughout history. The discussion covers early Christian martyrdom,...
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Ep 113. The Smelly Truth: A History of Body Odor and Deodorants
Join us in this episode as we explore the fascinating history and evolution of deodorant and body odor control. Discover ancient perfuming techniques, societal shifts in hygiene, and the surprising origins of popular deodorant brands. We'll also dive into the evolution of marketing tactics, from...
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Ep 112. Exploring Alien: Ridley Scott's Sci-Fi Horror Masterpiece
In this episode of 'What We Consume?', hosts King, Kevin, and Michael take a deep dive into the 1979 classic horror sci-fi film 'Alien.' They share personal experiences with the movie, analyze memorable scenes, and uncover fascinating behind-the-scenes trivia. They discuss everything from the...
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Ep 111. Beautiful Jim Key and the 1904 Olympic Chaos
In this episode, the guys learn about an extraordinary horse that can talk, count, and much more. After that, they learn about the craziness of the 1904 Olympics.
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Ep 110. The 1904 World's Fair
In this episode, we talk about the World's Fair in 1904. Also known as the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, it was an international exposition held in St. Louis, Missouri from April 30 to December 1, 1904. The fair was the last major international exposition before World War I and celebrated the...
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Ep 109. The Georgia Guidestones
In this episode, we talk about The Georgia Guidestones a granite monument that stood in Elbert County, Georgia, United States, from 1980 to 2022. It was 19 feet 3 inches tall and made from six granite slabs weighing a total of 237,746 pounds. The structure was sometimes referred to as an…
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Ep 108. The Trump Assassination Attempt: Facts, Conspiracy Theories, and Time Line
We cover the July 13, 2024 assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the former president of the United States and the presumptive nominee of the Republican Party in the 2024 presidential election.
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Ep 107. Tsavo Man-Eaters: The Deaths
In this episode, we finish our Tsavo Man-Eaters series with the death count and legacy of the lions.
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Ep 106. Tsavo Man-Eaters: "The Ghost" and "The Darkness"
In this episode, we explore the Tsavo Man-Eaters which were a pair of large man-eating male lions in the Tsavo region of Kenya. We follow along the book written by Lieutenant-Colonel John Henry Patterson who arrived just days before the disappearances and killings began.
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Ep 105. Nathan's Hot Dog Eating Contest: The Legend of Takeru Kobayashi
In this episode, we discuss an American July 4th tradition and the contestant who made it famous.
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Ep 104. Dr DisRespect Messaged a Minor and more Current Events
In this episode, we discuss some hot current events in the world.
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Ep 103. Starship Troopers: Satire?
In this episode, we discuss Starship Troopers the book and movie. We explore how Satire is used in the film and how fascism is a huge component.
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Ep 102. Post 9/11: Can Jet Fuel Burn Steel? Conspiracies and More.
In this episode, we dive into Post 9/11 Conspiracies and More.
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Ep 101. 9/11 How did it happen?
In this episode, we explore the day of events of 9/11 from the hijacking to the buildings falling.
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Ep 100: What lead to 9/11
In this episode, we dip our toes into 9/11. We explore the years before 9/11, terrorist attacks, and much more.
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Ep 99. Afghanistan Jihad Part 4
In our conclusion to this series, we explore the web of events, countries, and people connected to the conflict.
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Ep 98. Afghanistan Jihad Part 3
In this episode, we continue our exploration of the conflict in Afghanistan.
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Ep 97. 90's Nostalgia
In this episode, we explore what is great about the 90's.
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Ep 96. Afghanistan Jihad Part 2
In today's episode, we continue our Afghanistan Jihad series and dive into the leaders who took them along this path.
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Ep 95. Afghanistan Jihad
in todays episode we break down Afghanistan's history to set us up for a dark future.
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Ep 94. Sydney Sweeney Goes Woke to End Wokeness...to Become Woke
In this week's episode, we talk about the new savior obsession with Sydney Sweeney's Boobs. We also get into some hot current events going around the world.
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