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Curmudgeon's Corner

Samuel Minter / Ivan Bou
Donald Trump
Joe Biden
Trump Trial
State Of the Union Address
Ukraine Aid
Israel
Iran
Michael Cohen
Stormy Daniels
AI Technology
E. Jean Carroll
The Maltese Falcon
Florida
Artificial Intelligence
Trump
Israeli-Palestinian Conflict
Campus Protests
Youtube TV
Election Campaign Financing
Hope Hicks

A weekly current events podcast where the hosts discuss whatever is hot in the news each week.

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Latest Episodes

This week on Curmudgeon's Corner Ivan and Sam revisit a prediction Sam made about self-driving cars 10 years ago on this very show. Sam was wrong. Ivan was right. Ivan takes great joy in this. They will revisit the issue here in another ten years. Oh... more

On this week's Curmudgeon's Corner Ivan and Sam talk about the US government shutdown, as well as Trump and Hegseth's speeches to the Generals and Admirals along with related issues. But before that, health and travel updates, and a discussion of a m... more

This week on Curmudgeon's Corner Ivan and Sam do a lightning round of current events in the second half of the show. Comey. Russian drones in Europe. The impending Government Shutdown. More tariffs. All that sort of thing. But first, Ivan is tired an... more

On this week's Curmudgeon's Corner Sam goes solo. First up, iPhones and birthdays and movies. But then the more serious stuff, with a segment on all the signs of accelerating down the slippery slope with all of the Trump administration's recent abuse... more

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Recent Guests

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Episode: 2024-12-21: White Quill

Hosts

Sam Minter
Co-host known for his engaging storytelling and insights into both personal experiences and political commentary.
Yvonne Boas
Co-host who brings a balance of humor and insightful analysis of societal issues.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Current Politics, and other subjects, Discussions

    Two old friends engage in weekly discussion of current political events from mostly liberal stance. Occasionally, a guest discussant replaces one of them. Great fun to listen, agree with, disagree with, be upset by some of the language, and ponder on. As an occasional guest, I may be biased but find the end result to be worth an investment of a couple hours each week of my time. Keep it up, guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    ethwc
    United States7 years ago
  • Two guys ranting about stuff

    Listen in on a conversation you might have late night with a buddy over a beer or two or three. I don't always agree, but fun to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    arjaybe
    United States7 years ago
  • Two Guys Talking - Join the Conversation

    Sam and Ivan (and the occasional guest) have a variety of world experience, and a long history together.

    They reasonably discuss politics, tech, travel, etc and related current events.

    Not news, not politically biased, just two guys talking, and kind of conversation you’d want to join.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jonathan.oberg
    United States7 years ago
  • Two guys ranting about stuff they barely know

    Get a bloody editor. Unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    basketrabbit
    United States8 years ago
  • Somehow both insightful & hilarious

    Politics, economics, tech, (occasional) profanity, and some of the funniest outbursts I’ve ever heard.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JennSteele
    United States10 years ago

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2025-10-04: New and Shiny
Q: What's your date for the surgery?
I'm scheduled for surgery on November 5th.
2024-12-27: 2025 Predictions Show
Q: Will there be any significant new manufacturing in the U.S. caused by tariffs elsewhere?
No significant new manufacturing will arise from tariffs as they are being handled transactionally.
2024-12-27: 2025 Predictions Show
Q: Will TikTok be banned at any point in the year in the U.S.?
No, the Supreme Court will likely rescue them from a ban.
2024-12-27: 2025 Predictions Show
Q: Will there be any major incident blamed on AI in 2025?
No, not by the definitions of a major incident.
2024-12-27: 2025 Predictions Show
Q: What will happen with all of Trump's tariff threats?
Tariffs will be transactional with many exemptions.

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Content centers around current events, blending light-hearted banter with serious discussions. Hosts often share personal anecdotes interspersed with commentary on timely news topics, including politics, cultural observations, movie reviews, and social issues. Notable for their candid reflections on political leaders, particularly criticisms of Donald Trump and discussions about immigration policies and public discourse. The dynamic between the hosts adds a unique charm, inviting the audience into longer discussions that feel both intimate and engaging. This approach makes it appealing for listeners interested in news commentary mixed with personal stories.

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