Napoleon - Jonathan Elmaleh (FULL 28 MIN CONVO)

Curtis Yarvin, author at the Gray Mirror Substack, joins us to discuss how traditional monarchies were the most effective method of governance, how the successes of such a system are already reflected in aspects of modern-day America, and how key details of the American founding are fundamentally misunderstood. 

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Should the U.S. Be a Monarchy? Curtis Yarvin Makes the Case.

Imagine spending a full day, as a volunteer, sitting right next to, or across from, a justice impacted person, except you’re behind the wall with them! You’re shaking their hand, sharing ideas, their ideas to transform their lives, maybe start a business when they get released, and at the end of the day, watching them put on a cap and gown, maybe the first they ever had, and walk across a stage to accept a graduation certificate for participating in a program that brings leadership, empowerment, self-care, healing, and entrepreneurial ideas to paper.  Well at Defy Ventures, you don’t have to imagine it.  Since its beginnings over a decade ago, Defy Ventures has connected 7,200 volunteers with almost as many justice impacted individuals behind the wall.  They’ve also connected many of those same individuals once they are released and have met reentry stability goals, with people and programs to move them forward with their business ideas.  None of what Defy Ventures accomplishes is easy, but with Executive Directors, like Melissa O’Dell of Defy Ventures Illinois, even providing opportunities to ONE individual, like Cordelia Spivey, is life changing!

The Hustler Files Ep. 64 - Defying the Odds, One State & One Justice Impacted Person At A Time

In the very male dominated field of Ironworkers, Bricklayers and Cement Masons, otherwise referred to as the Trades, a guiding light to help justice impacted WOMEN succeed after prison, has taken shape.  Outside of Seattle, Washington, Business Agent, Heather Kurtenbach is leading the charge to see women who are nearing the end of their time behind the wall, participate in a program called TRAC, Trades Related Apprenticeship Coaching. TRAC is run by the Department of Corrections and the local trade unions and offers qualifying women a course in a trade, which then guarantees them a job upon their release.  Down the road a piece in Portland, Oregon, Anna Martin is also leading the charge to help women at the Coffee Creek Correctional Center find success upon release. With some entrepreneurial spirit and an Ironworker background, Anna pulled together her local trades in Cement Masons and Bricklayers to form U-PACT, also an apprentice-based program.  U-PACT is grant funded and not only offers the training and curriculum to the incarcerated women, but also the wrap-around services needed for equipment and clothing.  With such a shortage of employable people in the U.S., these programs are a shining star to help justice involved individuals start over.

The Hustler Files Ep. 65 - From Prison Bars to Rebar & More

In 2003, Scott Budnick was an EVP at Green Hat Films. One evening he was invited to attend a writing workshop at the juvenile hall through the InsideOUT Writers program.  Many of the young people in that program were facing adult prison sentences, and even worse, when released from the juvenile halls and prisons across California, many were returned to incarceration.  So, the man whose day job was writing and producing, decided to orchestrate another production in 2013, a production whose mission he aptly named The Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC), its main mission, end mass incarceration. But ARC’s ongoing success, in workforce and housing programs, higher employment and lower recidivism rates, takes a well-trained village of team members and volunteers.  Under the leadership of Executive Director, Sam Lewis, they continue to rewrite the ARC narrative by changing lives, changing laws, and changing the perception of justice involved individuals.

The Hustler Files Ep. 66 - When Your Main Production in Life Becomes Changing Peoples Lives

Jeremy Carl, author of The Unprotected Class: How Anti-White Racism Is Tearing America Apart, joins us to discuss the civil rights movement’s betrayal of its vision of equal justice for all, and what must be done to course correct.

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Jeremy Carl Is Fighting Against Anti-White Racism

Faces of Manufacturing is a new show to Michigan Business Network. Cindy Kangas, Executive Director, CAMC, Capital Area Manufacturing Council, Lansing, Michigan, co-hosts with Joy Wagner, HR Manager of Granger Waste Services, also Lansing.

Cindy and Joy strive to share the corporate culture, personal stories, and unique personalities of those making a living in manufacturing today, in Michigan. With that in mind, this month they connected with several members of the LaFontaine family of dealerships. The Family Deal: It’s Not Just What You Get, It’s How You Feel.

For this episode they're speaking with Guests: Lansing Community College - West Campus - Technical Careers Division
Sid Mosley - manufacturing faculty mechatronics
Program director - Brian Skogheim
Student - Tim Smith was in welding - Now in mfg engineering
Makayla Lee - student Welder. 
Questions they anticipated:
Faculty:
What inspired you to pursue a career in the trades?
What advice do you give students who are just starting out in their trade?
What do you see as the biggest opportunities for growth in the trades over the next 5-10 years?
What’s the most rewarding aspect of teaching trades?

Students:
What made you choose a career in the trades, and how did you get started?
What were some misconceptions you had about the trades before you began your education or apprenticeship?
 What advice would you give someone considering a career in the trades but unsure where to start?
 Where do you see yourself five years from now in your career?
Added Questions for Time
Career Pathways
Can you share your current field of study and what drew you to it?
What career paths have you considered, and how did you decide on your current one?
How has your experience at Lansing Community College shaped your career goals?
Childhood Aspirations
What did you want to be when you grew up, and how does that compare to your current ambitions?
Who or what inspired your early career dreams?
High School Experience
Which high school did you attend, and how did it prepare you for your college experience?
Were there any specific teachers or mentors in high school who influenced your career choices?
Technology and Future Trends
Where do you think technology is headed in your field of study?
How do you see technology impacting the job market in the next five to ten years?
What role do you believe technology will play in your future career?
Balancing Life and School
How do you manage your time between classes, studying, and personal life?
What strategies do you use to stay organized and focused amidst your responsibilities?
Can you share any challenges you've faced balancing school with home life and how you overcame them?
Personal Growth and Development
What has been your biggest personal growth experience at LCC so far?
Are there any extracurricular activities or clubs you participate in that have enriched your college experience?
Future Aspirations
What are your plans after graduating from Lansing Community College?
How do you envision your ideal job or work environment after completing your education?
Advice and Insights
What advice would you give to incoming students about navigating college life?
Looking back, what is one thing you wish you had known before starting your college journey?
Final Thoughts
If you could sum up your college experience in one word or phrase, what would it be and why?

Along with questions for students, teachers and administrators

Faces of Manufacturing | Episode 15 - LCC West - Technical Careers

Elena Erin (Singer Songwriter) - THE FULL 32 MIN CONVO

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Explore the fascinating world of the **Reality Distortion Field (RDF)** in this compelling podcast episode. What makes certain leaders capable of reshaping perceptions, inspiring groundbreaking innovation, and convincing people to believe in the seemingly impossible? From **Steve Jobs** revolutionizing personal technology to **Elon Musk** pushing humanity toward Mars, this episode dives deep into the psychology, strategies, and impact of charismatic leadership. But the RDF isn’t always a force for good. We also uncover the darker side, from **Elizabeth Holmes** and the fall of Theranos to the manipulation of cult leaders like Jim Jones.  

This episode will give you a detailed look at how RDFs work, why they’re so effective, and the fine line between inspiration and deception. Learn about historical examples like **Winston Churchill** rallying a nation during WWII and **Walt Disney** building his magical empire against all odds. Discover how modern leaders, influencers, and even politicians use these tactics to shape public opinion, attract followers, and dominate industries.  

Whether you’re intrigued by innovation, fascinated by human psychology, or simply want to understand how perception can be reshaped, this episode will give you the tools to navigate the world of influence and persuasion. We also offer practical insights on how to think critically and protect yourself from being swept up by hype.

If you’re ready to uncover the power of the Reality Distortion Field, tune in now and join the conversation. Don’t forget to like, share, and follow for more thought-provoking episodes that explore the intersection of leadership, innovation, and influence. Watch the video on Youtube: https://youtu.be/lc1y7-MZvZg?si=1eSnJgQrw-5cPSRa

The Reality Distortion Field - Pod - Cast

Meta lawsuits Ghana: Content moderator mental health impact from violent content & poor conditions.

Shocking Meta Ghana Lawsuits: Hidden Worker Trauma

Emo-soaked summer track about minimum-wage life, clocking out at sunset, and chasing waves with someone who makes the grind worth it. Warm, sandy, and bittersweet.

Honorable Mention

Surf Wax, Summer Jobs

Welcome to the grindset paradise,
Where you work three jobs and call it nice.
They say entrepreneur, I say exploited,
In this hustle culture matrix, we appointed.

Gig Economy Hustle Zombies

Jericho Records USA – The Story Behind the Sound

Welcome to Jericho Records USA.
This isn’t a traditional label — it’s the archive of a lifetime spent writing, recording, experimenting, breaking rules, and rebuilding myself through music.

The original Jericho Records was an independent label my father started in the 1950s. What you’re hearing here is something new — my continuation of that legacy, shaped by the times, the tools, and the life I’ve lived.

I grew up in a musical home. My father ran the church music ministry, my mother played piano, and I was singing before I could read. Drums at 5. Guitar at 7. Bass. Saxophone. Piano. Songwriting became the way I made sense of the world, and I’ve written close to a thousand songs — with thousands more to come. I later graduated from Full Sail University with a degree in Audio Production, blending old-school recording with modern technology.

You’ll notice the sounds here are diverse. That’s intentional.
I create under different artist names, different styles, different worlds — but the voice behind all of it is mine.

And to be fully transparent:

• Some tracks are traditional studio recordings — real drums, real guitars, real vocals, all performed by me.
• Some tracks blend live instruments, VSTs, and AI-assisted production.
• Some began as my raw guitar or vocal recording and were “covered” or re-interpreted through AI tools.
• Some are fully AI-generated compositions created from my prompts.
• But every song — no matter the method — was written by me and comes from real experiences, real chapters of my life.

AI, to me, is another instrument — another creative partner.
It doesn’t replace my voice or my story; it helps me bring more of it into the world.

Over the years I’ve worked with incredible people, including Dez Dickerson (Prince & The Revolution) and Tim Gaines (Stryper), and I’ve shared stages with bands like Drivin’ N’ Cryin, Corey Taylor, Saving Abel, Hinder, and Avenged Sevenfold. But the journey didn’t end there — it evolved.

Jericho Records USA is where all those chapters live at once:
the human hands, the digital experiments, the scars, the healing, the imagination, and the divine spark that keeps me creating.

If you’re here, I hope you find something that resonates — something that reminds you that music, in any form, is a lifeline.

— Jericho

Podcasts from all of the local show on WHMP Radio in Northampton, MA. including Talk the Talk with Bill Newman and Buz Eisenberg, The Hustler Files, The Western Mass Business Show, and Panorama.

End of Western Civilization got you down? All is tickety-boo on The Andrew Klavan Show as Andrew laughs his way though Armageddon with political satire, cultural commentary, interviews and relentless mockery of racial pieties, sexual perversities, and feminist absurdities. Monday thru Thursday.

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