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Wetwired

Sean & Jules
Capitalism
Economic Precarity
Cryptocurrency
Kim Stanley Robinson
Self-Identity
Work Alienation
Israel
Far-Right Extremism
Survivalism
Universal Health Care
Connection
Failed State
Iran
Urban Legends
Crusades
Radical Right
January 6th Insurrection
Science Fiction
Utopian Thinking
Dystopian Literature

Culture, control, and empire

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We’re joined by Daniella Mestyanek Young, the author of Uncultured. She was born a third generation member of an influential family, within The Family International, better known as the Children of God cult. She escaped at fifteen, put herself throug... more

First up, we have some Jordan Peterson news. His daughter says he’s under spiritual attack after being exposed to a moldy attic. We also cover some of the comments Kamala Harris have been making during the book tour for her 2024 election memoir 107 D... more

We’re here on the eve of the end of America as we’ve come to know it, and the two of us thought, “what could be a more fitting way to honor everything we love about this country than to do one of the most American things possible?” That would be watc... more

Independent filmmaker Jacob Gregor joins us to talk about his bleak and unsettling new film End of History. We talk with Jacob about his discomforting vision of a nameless young man who drives cross country to Alaska listening to nothing but podcasts... more

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Christopher Jason Bell
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Karl Mamer
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Teddy Wilson
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Episode: Episode 51: Far Right Extremism feat Teddy Wilson

Hosts

Julian Paul Butt
Co-host, engaging in discussions centered around societal issues and cultural critiques.
Sean
Co-host, often discussing political implications and current events.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 23 ratings
  • Genius! Just ask them.

    Some fellas have been getting high on their own supply. More “hot takes” from disaffected Bernie bros who think they’ve got it all figured out. Don’t waste your time on the uniparty of “Me”.

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    Sophi4_kitten
    United Statesa year ago
  • Very good show

    Fun, well researched and overall a delight to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    "C" "C"
    United States2 years ago
  • Laughing out loud hysterically to hide your own stupidity and show them as stupid

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    Cropatria
    2 years ago
  • Great stuff

    My name’s Bradley, I didn’t know this show existed until I was asked to come on as a guest but listening to the backlog now am v much enjoying it & highly recommend.

    Having been on a few podcasts now & having witnessed the online parapolitics podcast-adjacent discourse got a number of years now I dont think a lot of podcasters realize that one of the most important parts of doing a good podcast is just being cool regular guys/gals give you the sense that they’d be fun to hang out w & talk to. T... more

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    Worm Doctor 𝙊𝙣𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚
    United States2 years ago
  • Grab’s one's attention right away

    Informative and well thought out discussions without being difficult to engage with. I really enjoy their tongue and cheek conversation style. Both host are hilarious and intriguing and they’re bringing a lot to the table.

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    5
    Meat-Mouth
    United States2 years ago

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Episode 59: Extinguished Countries feat Giovanni Vale
Q: How did you go about your research?
I relied on both source material and interviews, conducting over 500 interviews across seven countries.
Episode 61: Crypto Confidential feat Jake Donoghue
Q: Can you talk about your journey into the crypto space?
I transitioned from finance to crypto when a university acquaintance invited me to work on a crypto project, which seemed exciting and lucrative at the time.
Episode 61: Crypto Confidential feat Jake Donoghue
Q: How do you think everything is going in the world of crypto right now?
Things are not great; while asset prices are buoyant, the excitement and experimentation have died down significantly.

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Episodes frequently explore critical themes surrounding culture, governance, and the social dynamics of power, with a pronounced focus on contemporary political landscapes. The discussions often critique authority structures, highlighting authoritarianism, media representation, and their impacts on marginalized communities. Featuring engaging dialogues that blend humor with serious analysis, the content encompasses a wide array of topics including political movements, media narratives, and historical context. The depth of examination into conspiracies and societal issues positions it not only as a commentary on current affairs but also as an exploration of broader cultural implications.

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Wetwired launched 4 years ago and published 166 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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