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A Thousand Natural Shocks With Gabe S. Dunn

Gabe Dunn | Diamond MPrint Productions
Capitalism
Warren Buffett
Berkshire Hathaway
Financial Literacy
Philanthropy
Corporate Governance
Socialism
Home Ownership
Income Inequality
Monopolies
Trans Rights
Divorce Law
Budgeting
Financial Struggles
Real Estate
Legal System
Giving Pledge
Business Ethics
Control Freak
Consumer Rights

After years of attempting to "girlboss" his way out of systemic class divide, Gabriel Shane Dunn, now a trans man and veteran podcaster, relaunches his show, “Bad With Money,” with a furious, funny, and deeply personal exploration of surviving our capitalist hellscape. Ditching conventional finance advice, “A Thousand Natural Shocks,” is a companion show to Gabe’s thriving newsletter of the same n... more

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Latest Episodes

Historian Prit Buttar, author of “Into The Reich joins the show to draw parallels between the specifics of World War II and our lives now. It’s much more complex than even your host could believe. Check this out if you want not only a soothing Britis... more

Original Air Date: May 6, 2025 

Gabe is thrilled to speak to Kathryn Kellogg, a spokesperson for the zero waste movement, about overconsumption’s impact on the environment and on ourselves.

Join Gabe’s Substack at athousandnaturalshocks.substack.co... more

Each week, Gabe will sum up some of the work he’s been doing or researching anti-fascist activism on the ground and keep you updated on the latest developments. This week, he notes that the State Department has changed the sex marker on the passport ... more

Activist Catie Laffoon joins the show to talk about the largest ICE detention center in California, which has garnered almost no media attention, and the example of California City becoming owned by ICE. Catie and Gabe traveled two hours outside LA t... more

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Recent Guests

Catie Laffoon
Local activist and community organizer
Episode: Our Cities Are Being Swallowed Up By ICE w/ Catie Laffoon
Sven Beckert
Professor of history at Harvard University, specializing in economic and social history.
Harvard University
Episode: From Capitalism's Beginnings Up To Now with Historian Sven Beckert
Kalvin Byrd
Trans man advocate for reproductive health care and founder of Uncloak.
Uncloak
Episode: A Trans Guinea Pig Vetting Safe Doctors with Kalvin Byrd
Aida Ashouri
Public interest attorney and human rights advocate
Independent candidate for Los Angeles City Attorney
Episode: The City Attorney Could Fix This with Aida Ashouri
Alan Gerard
Career meteorologist and head of Balanced Weather
Balanced Weather
Episode: In 2025, The Weather Is Punk Rock with Career Meteorologist Alan Gerard
Rose Han
Personal finance educator, YouTuber, and author of Add A Zero
Episode: When Is Enough Money Enough? with Rose Han
Zach Williams
Associate Director of Environment and Health at Physicians for Social Responsibility, with a background in climate and health education, LGBTQ youth social services, and international emergency response.
Physicians for Social Responsibility
Episode: Touch Grass (Climate Change) with Zach Williams
Margaret Killjoy
Podcaster and activist known for her shows Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff and Cool Zone Media Book Club
Cool Zone Media
Episode: Anarchism! with Cool Zone Media’s Margaret Killjoy
Hamilton Nolan
Journalist and author focused on labor and politics
Substack newsletter How Things Work
Episode: Leveraging Unions For Intersectional Power with Hamilton Nolan

Host

Gabe S. Dunn
Host of A Thousand Natural Shocks, a Bad With Money podcast, known for a humorous and candid approach to discussing personal finance, social justice, and collective liberation.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 3.6k ratings
  • More please

    The theme song is so good. But also, this podcast helps me be a better human.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TheBestOz
    United States2 months ago
  • That voice

    Made it ~8 minutes in before the voice reached the equivalent of a spike driven into one eardrum, across the divide, through the other, then clanking into the depths of the earth, to ring forever. Will haunt dreams. Why, why, WHY could not I have smashed my phone into dust before clicking that play button — the play button that damned my soul.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    TooIllOrEase
    United States8 months ago
  • It’s nice

    I like it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rita4evrrrrr
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Informative

    I first listened to Bad with $ several years ago probably when it began as mainly financial advise. I stopped listening in 2019/2020 just when politicals and culture became so volatile and woke. I was always conservative, but not politically aware or active until the Covid nonsense and BLM/Antifa riots radicalized me in summer of 2020! I only listen to these super "woke" liberal shows to stay informed and not be stuck in an echo chamber. I do want to hear the other side to see what they're sayin... more

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    Charsyb
    United Statesa year ago
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    Apple Podcasts
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    StarryNightQ
    United Statesa year ago

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Some feel overwhelmed by the level of social critique mixed with financial advice, expressing a desire for more straightforward financial tips.
A significant number of reviews highlight the podcast's role in encouraging open discussions about money without judgment.
The humor and vulnerability of the host resonate with many, providing an engaging perspective on personal finance.
Listeners appreciate the focus on real-life financial issues and community empowerment, finding the discussions both relatable and insightful.

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The City Attorney Could Fix This with Aida Ashouri
Q: You're running as an independent and also as a socialist. Can you talk a bit about what that means?
Aida explains that running as an independent is more aligned with her values as a human rights-centered person, and she criticizes the current political system for lacking genuine representation.
The City Attorney Could Fix This with Aida Ashouri
Q: What is your background?
Aida shares her journey from activism to law, including her experience working at the city attorney's office which exposed her to various legal and community issues.
In 2025, The Weather Is Punk Rock with Career Meteorologist Alan Gerard
Q: What does a TV meteorologist do?
They communicate weather information to their audience by understanding the atmosphere and collaborating with the National Weather Service.
In 2025, The Weather Is Punk Rock with Career Meteorologist Alan Gerard
Q: Why the weather? Why are you a weather guy?
Most meteorologists wanted to do it since they were kids; I got into weather because I loved snow as a child and was fascinated by predicting it.
When Is Enough Money Enough? with Rose Han
Q: Can you talk a bit about the idea of the golden handcuffs?
The golden handcuffs are the situation where high-paying jobs lead to debt and a lack of financial freedom, as many people only seek employee income without exploring business or investment income, which offer more freedom.

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Exploring the intersection of finance, activism, and personal growth, this show offers a unique lens on navigating the complexities of living in a capitalistic society. With humor and vulnerability, the host engages in conversations that challenge conventional financial wisdom while addressing themes of social justice, climate change, and systemic inequality. The episodes feature insights from a diverse range of guests who share their perspectives on how to resist oppressive structures and foster community resilience. This show appeals to those seeking financial education rooted in social consciousness, encouraging listeners to rethink their relationship with money and advocate for collective liberation.

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