
Call It Like I See It proves that news and social commentary does not have to be manipulative or sensationalist to be interesting, so join hosts James Keys and Tunde Ogunlana as they take a weekly look at notable news stories, opinion pieces, or products of our culture and break down what they see.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 299 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNewsSociety & Culture | |||

Excerpt from the episode "Assessing the AI Doomsday Warnings: the Call is Coming from Inside the House" (Link)
In that episode, James Keys and Tunde Ogunlana took a look at what appears to be an increasing number of warnings that humans may already ... more
James Keys and Tunde Ogunlana take a look at a recent attempt to quantify the extent to which culture, as opposed to genetic evolution, enabled humans to quickly adapt to different conditions and rapidly spread out all over world, discuss elements fr... more
James Keys and Tunde Ogunlana take a look at what appears to be an increasing number of warnings that humans may already be losing control of artificial intelligence systems and these systems may kill us all, discuss how many of the warnings seem to ... more
Why do people support leaders who pick their pockets? In this clip, Tunde Ogunlana and James Keys break down the profound and disturbing Lyndon B. Johnson quote on social hierarchy, the psychology of transference, and how modern political movements w... more
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This show offers a steady cadence of thoughtful, no-nonsense analysis of current events, culture, and politics. Episodes typically feature two hosts dissecting news items, policy debates, and controversial topics with a balanced, skeptical lens and a conversational vibe. Highlights often include leveraging historical context, pointing out biases in media and public discourse, and exploring the practical implications of ideas—from tech regulation to economic policy. The format tends to favor clear reasoning, diverse perspectives, and a willingness to challenge received wisdom, making it useful for listeners who want brisk, reasoned takes without sensationalism. A notable strength is the duo's ability to connect abstract concepts to everyday ... more
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