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Pirate Wires

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Mike Solana & Producer Matt give a send off message. Thanks for being apart of the podcast these past few years! We appreciate every one of you.

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EPISODE #97: This past week, the U.S. found itself on the brink of WWIII due to the Iran/Israel crises. Will Trump get us involved in another war? To be honest, none of us want to talk about this, but it’s present in every part of our culture right n... more

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EPISODE #96: Welcome back to the pod! Time to party like it’s 2020 with some “fiery, but mostly peaceful protests”. We get into the riots in Los Angeles and all the insanity on the internet. The Waymos have become a victim in this destructive society... more

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EPISODE #95: We go a huge pod for you guys this week! We were reporting on the Trump Elon story during our Thursday recording, then all hell broke loose. Solana and producer Matt had to step in and record a Friday morning emergency pod. We break down... more

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Malcolm Collins
Episode: Israel/Iran, Tucker and Ted Cruz, & The Dems Love Getting Arrested (ft. Simone & Malcolm Collins)
Simone Collins
Episode: Israel/Iran, Tucker and Ted Cruz, & The Dems Love Getting Arrested (ft. Simone & Malcolm Collins)
Bridget Phetasy
Comedian, writer, and host of Dumpster Fire
Episode: Mostly Peaceful Firebombing (ft. Bridget Phetasy)
Ashley Rindsberg
Writer at Pirate Wires
Pirate Wires
Episode: Jeff Bezos' Washington Post Shake-Up, Left Wing Media Collapse, and Reddit Is Pro-Terrorist
Edward Coristine
A DOGE staffer involved in federal operations.
DOGE
Episode: Trump & Elon Musk Expose The Deep State
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
American environmental attorney, author, and activist known for his vocal opposition to vaccines and pharmaceutical industry practices.
Episode: RFK Gets Grilled By Congress, Trump’s Insane Start To His Presidency, & DeepSeek Starts An AI War
Palmer Luckey
Founder of Anduril and inventor of Oculus Rift, discussed various topics including U.S. manufacturing and tariffs.
Anduril
Episode: Palmer Luckey on Arsenal-1, Trump, US Manufacturing, Tariffs, & Heretical Thoughts
Nick Carter
General Partner of Castellion Ventures and MMA fighter
Castellion Ventures
Episode: Operation Chokepoint 2.0 (ft. Nic Carter), VCs For Kamala, Google’s Bizarre Search Results
John Coogan
Guest discussing the political landscape and technology.
Episode: Biden Drops Out, Kamala's Image Makeover, & Battle Of The Billionaires (ft. John Coogan)

Hosts

Riley
Co-host discussing various topical issues with insights on technology and politics.
Mike Solana
Co-host, providing analysis and commentary on tech and political themes.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 393 ratings
  • Nooooooo don’t go

    You’ve changed my thinking. Come back.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stephie656
    United States4 months ago
  • Farewell!

    I am going to miss you! You guys were fun, informative and unique thinkers.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KatherineAlbano
    United States4 months ago
  • Best pod in the biz

    Absolutely killer info and takes every week. Entertainment value is as high as can be

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Derik Jones 4
    United States4 months ago
  • Usually great

    Who are these sea scape losers their voices are grating. Do better Solana

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kimkardashianstears
    United States5 months ago
  • This Just In…

    Glad you’re back!!!This is an excellent Podcast. This team approaches news of the day from multiple perspectives. It is one of the few podcasts that makes me think. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sun Creature
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many find the mix of humor and serious critiques refreshing, with several stating that the podcast has become a staple in their media diet.
A few critiques mention an overemphasis on certain political positions, yet overall feedback tends to celebrate the dynamic encounters between hosts and guests.
Some reviews suggest an appreciation for the diverse guest lineup and the stimulating debates around social issues and current events.
Listeners appreciate the engaging discussions and insights about technology and politics, often highlighting high-quality content and unique perspectives.

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LA Riots & The Waymos Are Set On Fire (Ft. Liv Boeree & George Hotz)
Q: What have you made of it all, if anything?
George shares his skepticism of the news and questions the reality of the events reported.
LA Riots & The Waymos Are Set On Fire (Ft. Liv Boeree & George Hotz)
Q: As a native Brit, could you ever imagine yourself lighting something on fire in America and waving the Union Jack around?
Liv expresses that she could not imagine doing so after putting so much work into obtaining her green card and respecting the laws of the country.
Tok Blocked! TikTok “Ban” Is Here - Everything You Need To Know
Q: What happens if TikTok does not comply with the divestiture?
If TikTok fails to divest, the bill would call on app stores and cloud services not to provide services to TikTok.
Tok Blocked! TikTok “Ban” Is Here - Everything You Need To Know
Q: What is the current political climate regarding TikTok legislation?
There are ongoing bipartisan discussions about a potential divestiture of TikTok from ByteDance due to national security risks.
Elon Musk Brings Trump Back To X & The EU Wants To Censor Them.. | Pirate Wires Podcast #65
Q: What did you make of the media coverage of the Musk-Trump interview?
The media coverage was overwhelmingly negative, focusing on Trump's inaccuracies and dismissive of the event's significance.

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Recent guests on Pirate Wires include:

1. Malcolm Collins
2. Simone Collins
3. Bridget Phetasy
4. Ashley Rindsberg
5. Edward Coristine
6. Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
7. Palmer Luckey
8. Nick Carter

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