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Speak Plainly Podcast

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95 episodes

14 hours ago

Send us a text We trace how a single counterprotester held space at a small-town Turning Point rally, and how performative civility flipped to petty violence when dissent stayed visible. We dig into the psychology, the power plays, and the stakes for neighbors who want safety without silence. • why one person chose to protest a local turning point rally • the role of music and signage as nonviolent counter-speech • friendly small talk turning into property damage and intimidation • hypocrisy...

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Send us a text We trace how a single counterprotester held space at a small-town Turning Point rally, and how performative civility flipped to petty violence when dissent stayed visible. We dig into the psychology, the power plays, and the stakes for neighbors who want safety without silence. • why one person chose to protest a local turning point rally • the role of music and signage as nonviolent counter-speech • friendly small talk turning into property damage and intimidation • hypocrisy...

Show more...

Self-Improvement

Health & Fitness,

Alternative Health

Episodes (20/95)

Speak Plainly Podcast

Lone Protester V Turning Point Charlie Kirk Rally

Send us a text We trace how a single counterprotester held space at a small-town Turning Point rally, and how performative civility flipped to petty violence when dissent stayed visible. We dig into the psychology, the power plays, and the stakes for neighbors who want safety without silence. • why one person chose to protest a local turning point rally • the role of music and signage as nonviolent counter-speech • friendly small talk turning into property damage and intimidation • hypocrisy...

1 week ago

48 minutes

Speak Plainly Podcast

Fascism is Secretly a Trauma Response

Send us a text Fear shrinks our world until only the threat remains in view. That biological truth doesn’t stop at the edge of the skin; it scales up to cities and nations. We explore how chronic stress—pandemic fallout, economic pressure, and a nonstop fear feed—can push entire communities toward authoritarian comfort: conformity, punishment, and a single story that feels safe because it’s simple. I lay out the biology first: how tunnel vision and fight–flight–freeze–fawn tilt our choices w...

1 week ago

41 minutes

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Roles, Friction, and Friendship

Send us a text We push into the tension of friendships during political stress, mapping why people with the same heart still clash when one acts as a Protector and another as an Integrator. We set clear lines on safety while honoring different methods for reducing harm and keeping communities whole. • naming the friction between protectors and integrators • trauma-informed reasons behind sharp boundaries and speech • why different audiences require different tones and tactics • separating va...

3 weeks ago

25 minutes

Speak Plainly Podcast

The Charlie Kirk Shooting: America's Far-Right Cannibalism

Send us a text A conservative activist was shot dead by someone even further to the right than himself, highlighting America's terrifying rightward shift toward extremism. The incident reveals how far-right ideology has become so normalized that prominent figures like Charlie Kirk are considered "sellouts" by even more radical elements. • Charlie Kirk, 31-year-old founder of Turning Point USA, was killed by a 22-year-old extremist who considered him not conservative enough • The shooter, son...

1 month ago

27 minutes

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Conflict Avoidance and Chaos Gremlins

Send us a text We explore the crucial difference between conflict avoidance and avoidant attachment, examining how avoiding small issues creates bigger problems in long-term relationships. The person who avoids conflict actually controls the relationship dynamic, creating a pressure cooker where ten skipped conversations eventually lead to one explosive confrontation. • Conflict avoidance is different from avoidant attachment, though they're often confused • Avoiding issues in long-term rela...

2 months ago

30 minutes

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Satisfy the Beast - Revisited

Send us a text We need to recognize ourselves as the human animals we are, understanding that our meat suit houses all our psychological components and significantly impacts what we consider "self." The way stress shapes our bodies and behaviors can explain everything from lacking motivation to experiencing unexplained pain. • Our biology is the most incredible machine ever created, far superior to any human invention • Modern society conditions us to ignore physical discomfort through top-d...

3 months ago

32 minutes

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From Barter to Billionaires; WTF happened? Commerce V Capitalism,

Send us a text The difference between commerce and capitalism might seem like a semantic distinction, but understanding this gap illuminates how our entire economic system functions today. Commerce—the simple exchange of goods based on mutual needs—has existed in all human societies since time immemorial. It's relational, built on trust and reciprocity. But capitalism? That's something else entirely. In this deep dive, we trace capitalism's evolution from feudal Europe through the first mult...

4 months ago

44 minutes

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How Communism Created the Golden Age of Capitalism

Send us a text The golden era of capitalism from the 1950s to 1970s wasn't brought to you by capitalism but by communism and government regulation. During post-WWII America, the government implemented socialist policies that created unprecedented prosperity while simultaneously demonizing communism abroad. • Government contracts forced corporations like Boeing, General Dynamics, and Lockheed to build specific products with extensive oversight • Social services including the GI Bill, Federal ...

4 months ago

37 minutes

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Not all Nazis Salute, an Unflitered Look at the Power Behind Politics

Send us a text America has been functioning as a fascist country for years, but we're only now seeing the Nazi salutes and hearing direct Nazi quotes in Congress. The real issue isn't just the obvious villains, but the entire political system controlled by trillion-dollar investment firms that fund both parties while the public fights over social issues. • Texas Representative Keith Self quoted Nazi propagandist Joseph Goebbels during a congressional session • Politicians from both parties s...

6 months ago

19 minutes

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Provocative Victims: Privilege and the Art of Becoming Offended

Send us a text Provocative victims are people who trigger others and then claim to be bullied when faced with pushback, representing a pattern rooted in privilege and trauma responses. This behavioral pattern extends from personal interactions to public figures, requiring clear recognition to effectively navigate without becoming emotionally entangled. • Provocative victims display aggressive behavior then immediately claim victimhood when others respond • White privilege often enables this ...

7 months ago

30 minutes

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America and the Ophan Crushing Machine

Send us a text Let me introduce you to a fantastic and powerful short hand way to evaluate the heartwarming good news presented to us in the media as Americans. The Orphan crushing machine! Nearly every heartwarming positive piece of news in this country ignores the terrible circumstances that created the need for the heartwarming story. 1 in 3 Go fund me accounts is for someones medical expenses. That is an orphan crushing machine. Every day people have raised over 650 Million dollars ...

7 months ago

22 minutes

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From Navy SEAL to Social Work: Tom LeGrave on Resilience, Growth, and Personal Transformation

Send us a text What does it take for a Navy SEAL to transform into a licensed clinical social worker? Join us as we uncover the extraordinary life of Tom LeGrave, who shares his compelling journey from military service to helping others navigate the complexities of young adulthood. At the heart of our conversation, we focus on the age group of 18 to 24, a time when self-regulation and resilience are crucial. Tom’s personal struggles provide a powerful backdrop as we discuss the profou...

8 months ago

34 minutes

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Curing Chronic Illness with Dr David Clarke MD

Send us a text Step into a transformative conversation with Dr. David Clark, president of the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms, as he presents a revolutionary perspective on health and healing. During our dialogue, Dr. Clark uncovers the powerful concept of neuroplastic symptoms—conditions generated by the brain in response to stress and trauma, without any physical changes in the body. With compelling examples like phantom limb pain, Dr. Clark shares his journey from a ...

9 months ago

45 minutes

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Why Luigi Mangione is a Necessity: the Radical Flank Effect

Send us a text This episode explores the concept of radical flanking and how extremism influences social movements. We discuss the roles of radical and moderate groups, the dynamics of the Overton window, and the implications of violence in the pursuit of social change. • Examination of radical flanking in social movements • Historical context: MLK vs. Malcolm X, Black Panthers • The Overton window and its relevance to discourse • Positive vs. negative flank effects a...

9 months ago

42 minutes

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What Happens When You Cross MY Boundaries...

Send us a text A challenging exploration of boundary-setting and personal conflict unfolds through gripping stories that reveal the complexities of human interaction. The episode highlights the escalation of confrontations and emphasizes the importance of repairing relationships after boundaries are crossed. • Discusses the need for boundaries in social interactions • Shares personal stories of boundary violations • Explores the emotional triggers associated with crossing b...

10 months ago

38 minutes

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Luigi Mangioni: Hero? or Troubled kid? Reform? or Revolution.

Send us a text Can violence ever be justified when striving for societal change, or is the peaceful path always preferable? This episode of the Speak Plainly podcast sets the stage with a bold examination of the life and actions of Luigi Mangione, a figure whose recent events have ignited a firestorm of public discourse. We unravel how narratives shape reality, questioning the power of storytelling in molding public opinion and its potential to distort truths, much like a game of telephone. A...

10 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

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From Anxious to Aggressive Attatchment

Send us a text What if confidently confronting your partner's avoidance could lead to a more secure and transparent relationship? Join me on the Speak Plainly podcast as I break down the innovative concept of "aggressive attachment," a theory born out of personal experiences that redefines how we interact with avoidant partners. Through vivid stories from my own life, including interactions with my partner Michael and a new lover, I reveal how this approach differs from the traditional anxiou...

11 months ago

38 minutes

Speak Plainly Podcast

Send us a text What if the true face of ADHD isn't the hyperactive boy disrupting the classroom, but the quiet girl lost in her own thoughts? Uncover why girls are often overlooked in ADHD diagnoses during childhood, leading to a later-life reckoning where rates between genders even out. We peel back the layers of societal expectations and biological nuances, revealing how inattentiveness in girls leads to underdiagnosis—and the significant impact this oversight has on their lives, from self...

1 year ago

1 hour 5 minutes

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Navigating Suicide

Send us a text This episode sheds light on my own struggles and the devastating loss of my brother who lost his battle with it after serving as a marine as well as my own suicidal attempts when young. By distinguishing between the desire to escape pain and the wish to end one's life, we explore the subtle shifts in these emotions and the role of self-awareness in recognizing and addressing them. We draw an important distinction between the desire to not be alive anymore and the desire...

1 year ago

32 minutes

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Unraveling Economic Mysteries with Jess Doengess: From Federal Reserve to Billionaire Wealth Strategies

Send us a text Have you ever wondered how billionaires like Elon Musk leverage debt to magnify their wealth, while the average person struggles with inflation? Join us as we unravel the mysteries of economics with my good friend Jess Doenges. We start with the foundational concept of transactions and then explore the distinctions between the fiscal and real economies. Our discussion ranges from the historical evolution of money and the impact of inflation to the undervalued dome...

1 year ago

1 hour 36 minutes