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An elevated safe space for sharing and having a conversation about our truths.

Life is what you make it, so don't yuck my yum!
Elevated Conversations, always honest and authentic.
4:20</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA["Don't Yuck, My Yum"<br /><br />An elevated safe space for sharing and having a conversation about our truths.<br /><br />Life is what you make it, so don't yuck my yum!<br />Elevated Conversations, always honest and authentic.<br />4:20<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"/><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Sexuality"/></itunes:category><itunes:category text="Health &amp; Fitness"><itunes:category text="Mental Health"/></itunes:category><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - Episode 41</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-episode-41--72844692</link><description><![CDATA[<br />The Democrats Don't Represent the People that Call Themselves Democrats<br /><br />If you can't call a genocide a genocide, like the genocide that's being carried out by Israel against the Palestinians in Palestine, then I already know that you will never step up to the fascists, tech bros, and the centrists trying to destroy the Democracy in this country.  Obviously you've decided that you have no issues with Fascism as long as you get what you need. This country will not survive unless we start electing politicians that have a vison that includes all of America.<br /><br />***The Regime*** <br /><br />@RBReich<br />How Trump is Profiting from America's 250th Who is paying for Trumps MAGA-fied Freedom 250 festivities, like the so-called "Great American State Fair"? <br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vj7Nrbf1lrU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vj7Nrbf1lrU</a><br /><br />@sully_dawg2<br />Public trust is the foundation of our democracy.If Congress wants more trust, it should require less faith.Watch the video, then if you believe it’s time to rebuild public trust, comment:TRUST 🇺🇸#NoGettingRichInCongressAct #PublicTrust #Congress #Accountability <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaLRgVJBLaV/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaLRgVJBLaV/</a><br /><br />@montemader<br />White Supremacists show up for their Party! Sigh….. #deconstruction #exvangelical #news #currentevents <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaYV5FcxLtZ/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaYV5FcxLtZ/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaYV5FcxLtZ/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72844692</guid><pubDate>Mon, 06 Jul 2026 21:17:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72844692/progressives_or_bust_episode_41.mp3" length="64888129" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d94c317-8cfa-4db4-8788-0b129c35a918/7d94c317-8cfa-4db4-8788-0b129c35a918.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d94c317-8cfa-4db4-8788-0b129c35a918/7d94c317-8cfa-4db4-8788-0b129c35a918.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d94c317-8cfa-4db4-8788-0b129c35a918/7d94c317-8cfa-4db4-8788-0b129c35a918.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Democrats Don't Represent the People that Call Themselves Democrats

If you can't call a genocide a genocide, like the genocide that's being carried out by Israel against the Palestinians in Palestine, then I already know that you will never step...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<br />The Democrats Don't Represent the People that Call Themselves Democrats<br /><br />If you can't call a genocide a genocide, like the genocide that's being carried out by Israel against the Palestinians in Palestine, then I already know that you will never step up to the fascists, tech bros, and the centrists trying to destroy the Democracy in this country.  Obviously you've decided that you have no issues with Fascism as long as you get what you need. This country will not survive unless we start electing politicians that have a vison that includes all of America.<br /><br />***The Regime*** <br /><br />@RBReich<br />How Trump is Profiting from America's 250th Who is paying for Trumps MAGA-fied Freedom 250 festivities, like the so-called "Great American State Fair"? <br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vj7Nrbf1lrU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/vj7Nrbf1lrU</a><br /><br />@sully_dawg2<br />Public trust is the foundation of our democracy.If Congress wants more trust, it should require less faith.Watch the video, then if you believe it’s time to rebuild public trust, comment:TRUST 🇺🇸#NoGettingRichInCongressAct #PublicTrust #Congress #Accountability <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaLRgVJBLaV/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaLRgVJBLaV/</a><br /><br />@montemader<br />White Supremacists show up for their Party! Sigh….. #deconstruction #exvangelical #news #currentevents <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaYV5FcxLtZ/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaYV5FcxLtZ/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaYV5FcxLtZ/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4056</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>41</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - Episode 40</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-episode-40--72745979</link><description><![CDATA[What is a Democratic Socialist?<br /><br />Democratic socialism is a political ideology that advocates for a democratically run, decentralized socialist economy. While modern democratic socialists hold diverse views on how this economy should function, they share a core commitment to abolishing capitalism rather than merely regulating it through the state (the approach favored by social democrats). Furthermore, they prioritize democracy as an intrinsic end rather than a mere means to an end, with some holding that revolution is an acceptable path to achieving that democratic ideal.<br /><br />Democratic socialists reject Marxism-Leninism (i.e., communism) as a legitimate form of socialism, arguing that command economies effectively belong to a small bureaucracy that treats the means of production as its own private property. Democratic socialists also disagree with social democrats’ attempts to harness capitalism to a strong welfare state, since such mixed economies still leave many businesses’ ownership under private (and therefore undemocratic) control. Instead, all employees should enjoy either democratic control or self-management in the workplace.<br /><br />**Democrats and Democratic Socialists**<br /><br />@wolfofthebrookCan<br /><br />Socialists Deliver?<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaCK_qeMlfu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaCK_qeMlfu/</a><br />@ericsaymoreAgree to disagree on WINNING?🤡 #democrat #socialist #skit #funny #zohranmamdani <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBMb-PJKZ0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBMb-PJKZ0/</a><br /><br />@peoplesoracleWith every passing day @thedemocrats continue to prove that they are THEE barrier to equity, a functioning climate, affordable housing, universal high quality free healthcare, paid family leave, worker owned co-ops, and any other policy that would make life easier and more comfortable to everyone. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaB5oTZP57Z/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaB5oTZP57Z/</a><br /><br />@shadinmaaliThe Democratic establishment just got swept. 🧹Tonight in New York, Mamdani-backed democratic socialists went 3 for 3 — knocking out TWO sitting incumbents in a single night.✅ Brad Lander crushed Dan Goldman 64.3% to 35.5% in NY-10✅ Claire Valdez won NY-7 over the establishment-backed Brooklyn Borough President✅ Darializa Avila Chevalier — a 32-year-old community organizer — defeated 5-term incumbent Adriano Espaillat in NY-13Hakeem Jeffries backed Goldman. Kathy Hochul backed Goldman. They still lost. The base is done with the establishment. More Independents than ever. The socialist wing is filling the vacuum — and they’re winning real seats in Congress. Is this the future of the Democratic Party? 👇 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ9N8tFtGfn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ9N8tFtGfn/</a><br /><br />@Rogue DNCDarializa was recently on Joy Reid’s show, where she quoted journalist and author Ta-Nehisi Coates: “If I can’t trust you to stand against a genocide, how can I trust you to stand up for our democracy?” <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1195194602736092" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1195194602736092</a><br />**Data Center and A.I.**<br /><br />@jesscraven101Shocking bodycam footage shows Oklahoma farmer arrested for making public comment about his data center opposition. But wait til you hear what he did AFTER being arrested! This is what courage looks like! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaEKwJcSV8a/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaEKwJcSV8a/</a><br /><br />@jesscraven101 "An environmental nuclear bomb." <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBRSIwiho3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBRSIwiho3/</a><br /><br /><br /><b>Israel Zionist Genocide</b><br /><br />@Brave New FilmsJimmy Carter On Israel &amp; AIPAC<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uul-u9LWduM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=73" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uul-u9LWduM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=73</a><br /><br />@Breezy Politics Brilliantly Articulated‼️🔥🔥<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbdgTVS_HTI&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=79" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbdgTVS_HTI&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=79</a><br /><br />@Breezy Politics Perfectly Articulated‼️<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbOrOHlz10k&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=77" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mbOrOHlz10k&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=77</a><br /><br /><br />**Some Hope**<br /><br />Let's Think on this Together - There is only one rule: I will not lose! -Jay ZJAŸ-Z - Change The Game ft. Beanie Sigel, Memphis Bleek <br /><br />@immigrantallynetwork"I don’t know if that’s a good president... but I am sure that is a great man.<br />In his recent SNL appearance, Dave Chappelle took a moment to look back at the courage of Jimmy Carter. He recalled when Carter released his controversial book, "Palestine: Peace Not Apartheid," in 2006—a title that sparked a "full-scale furor" <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYIpk9yFQea/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DYIpk9yFQea/</a><br /><br />Spoken Word -@allthingskirajWhen I was recording my album, I knew I wanted it to be about LOVE. But I didn’t want the entire focus to be about romantic love. So I made sure to include poems about self love, the love I have for God, and one of the most important loves you can have which is platonic love. <br />This track is titled Matthew 2:14 . (Very important scripture about obedience and God’s protection). But also my bestfriend/brother’s name is Matthew &amp; his birthday is February 14th so it came together beautifully. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DOuQbGKDXYP/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DOuQbGKDXYP/</a><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams</a><br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week  - @Andre AdamsWe kick this clip off with @tabria in her groove while @kill_switch calling the play for @gogosmoke2023 with the back row crew @trueblublondie @sheila.govan.39 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1701666657652876" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1701666657652876</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72745979</guid><pubDate>Mon, 29 Jun 2026 19:12:40 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72745979/progressives_or_bust_episode_40.mp3" length="91981012" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/474e7fe9-2cb5-4e05-8876-29ed3901f092/474e7fe9-2cb5-4e05-8876-29ed3901f092.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/474e7fe9-2cb5-4e05-8876-29ed3901f092/474e7fe9-2cb5-4e05-8876-29ed3901f092.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/474e7fe9-2cb5-4e05-8876-29ed3901f092/474e7fe9-2cb5-4e05-8876-29ed3901f092.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What is a Democratic Socialist?

Democratic socialism is a political ideology that advocates for a democratically run, decentralized socialist economy. While modern democratic socialists hold diverse views on how this economy should function, they...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What is a Democratic Socialist?<br /><br />Democratic socialism is a political ideology that advocates for a democratically run, decentralized socialist economy. While modern democratic socialists hold diverse views on how this economy should function, they share a core commitment to abolishing capitalism rather than merely regulating it through the state (the approach favored by social democrats). Furthermore, they prioritize democracy as an intrinsic end rather than a mere means to an end, with some holding that revolution is an acceptable path to achieving that democratic ideal.<br /><br />Democratic socialists reject Marxism-Leninism (i.e., communism) as a legitimate form of socialism, arguing that command economies effectively belong to a small bureaucracy that treats the means of production as its own private property. Democratic socialists also disagree with social democrats’ attempts to harness capitalism to a strong welfare state, since such mixed economies still leave many businesses’ ownership under private (and therefore undemocratic) control. Instead, all employees should enjoy either democratic control or self-management in the workplace.<br /><br />**Democrats and Democratic Socialists**<br /><br />@wolfofthebrookCan<br /><br />Socialists Deliver?<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaCK_qeMlfu/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaCK_qeMlfu/</a><br />@ericsaymoreAgree to disagree on WINNING?🤡 #democrat #socialist #skit #funny #zohranmamdani <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBMb-PJKZ0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBMb-PJKZ0/</a><br /><br />@peoplesoracleWith every passing day @thedemocrats continue to prove that they are THEE barrier to equity, a functioning climate, affordable housing, universal high quality free healthcare, paid family leave, worker owned co-ops, and any other policy that would make life easier and more comfortable to everyone. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaB5oTZP57Z/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaB5oTZP57Z/</a><br /><br />@shadinmaaliThe Democratic establishment just got swept. 🧹Tonight in New York, Mamdani-backed democratic socialists went 3 for 3 — knocking out TWO sitting incumbents in a single night.✅ Brad Lander crushed Dan Goldman 64.3% to 35.5% in NY-10✅ Claire Valdez won NY-7 over the establishment-backed Brooklyn Borough President✅ Darializa Avila Chevalier — a 32-year-old community organizer — defeated 5-term incumbent Adriano Espaillat in NY-13Hakeem Jeffries backed Goldman. Kathy Hochul backed Goldman. They still lost. The base is done with the establishment. More Independents than ever. The socialist wing is filling the vacuum — and they’re winning real seats in Congress. Is this the future of the Democratic Party? 👇 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ9N8tFtGfn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ9N8tFtGfn/</a><br /><br />@Rogue DNCDarializa was recently on Joy Reid’s show, where she quoted journalist and author Ta-Nehisi Coates: “If I can’t trust you to stand against a genocide, how can I trust you to stand up for our democracy?” <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1195194602736092" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1195194602736092</a><br />**Data Center and A.I.**<br /><br />@jesscraven101Shocking bodycam footage shows Oklahoma farmer arrested for making public comment about his data center opposition. But wait til you hear what he did AFTER being arrested! This is what courage looks like! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaEKwJcSV8a/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaEKwJcSV8a/</a><br /><br />@jesscraven101 "An environmental nuclear bomb." <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBRSIwiho3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DaBRSIwiho3/</a><br...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5749</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5ee1210a6224662bf6c1fa8351aa3e3b.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>40</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - Episode 39</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-episode-39--72632840</link><description><![CDATA[My Problem with A.I. as it's Currently  Being developed!<br /><br />When I first heard about AI, I was highly skeptical and for good reason. Spending my career in IT Support and Systems Administration taught me how to find answers methodically. We didn't use prompts; we plugged questions or error codes into Google and dug through the links. We knew the source. We knew who to contact for follow-up. The thought of accepting an answer blindly without knowing where it came from goes against everything I know.<br /><br />I’m no Luddite, I love technology, and I even use AI occasionally to generate images. But despite its occasional usefulness, it's not consistent, and it certainly doesn't justify the data centers swallowing up every patch of open land. It's unsustainable. When tech companies spend $2.59 Trillion on AI while massive human crises go unsolved, it's clear the industry needs to slow down. But billionaires only see the money, and the rest of us will suffer for their greed.<br /><br />The real problem with AI and I believe this is a feature, not a bug is centralization. Right now, the internet is decentralized. Anyone can launch a website. If your content shows up in a search, the user can verify it, question it, or reject it for bias. AI strips that away, presenting a finished document or spreadsheet as absolute truth. Knowledge is being consolidated into the hands of a few gatekeepers, people who have proven time and again that they can’t be trusted.<br /><br />If you wanted to control the world, controlling the flow of information through AI and LLMs is exactly how you'd start.<br /><br />*******<br />Amazon's Total Revenue, 2025 - 716.92 Billion Dollars<br />SpaceX's Total Revenue, 2025 -  18.7 Billion Dollars, With a 4.9 Billion Dollar loss<br />*******<br /><b>AI Data Centers</b><br /><br />@realnewsnobullshitData center coverage: Over the last week, we spent time traveling across the country and visiting communities impacted by data centers. Our first stop brought us to Lowell, Massachusetts. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvo6tDRCbO/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvo6tDRCbO/</a><br /><br />@realnewsnobullshit Data center coverage part 2: Over the last week, we traveled across the country and visited communities impacted by data centers. Our first stop was Lowell, Massachusetts. This is part two of our interview with Jake, a resident of Lowell who has a data center steps from his backyard. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZx7rW8xiyA/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZx7rW8xiyA/</a><br /><br />@perfectunionTenants of a small town in Pennsylvania are fighting a data center invasion that could evict them from their homes. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZsnazdigxH/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZsnazdigxH/</a><br /><br />@milvnewsCould you stand hearing this sound day and night in your backyard? Residents in Dowagiac, Michigan have filed a lawsuit against the owners of a data center owned by Hyperscale Data, Inc, alleging the facility creates "excessive noise" and doesn't have proper soundproofing technology. MLive's Aya Miller reports. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvb54aiU9g/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvb54aiU9g/</a><br /><br />@cancel.the.stateAin’t no way the billionaire CEO is blackrock is saying that americans need to pay for AI data centers with their retirement??? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvmn6HBCnY/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvmn6HBCnY/</a><br /><br />@Business TodayArtificial Intelligence powers everything from ChatGPT and Gemini to social media feeds, online shopping, and digital assistants. But behind every AI response lies a hidden environmental cost that few people talk about: water. As AI adoption accelerates worldwide, massive data centres are consuming enormous quantities of water to cool thousands of servers running around the clock. <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpfffbzEcno" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DpfffbzEcno</a><br /><br />@katiecouricCould it happen again? Lessons from 1929 with Andrew Ross<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NFao97yTNPc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/NFao97yTNPc</a><br /><br />@Sabine HossenfelderBig Tech Wants To Build Data Centers In Space: Does This Make Sense?<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8x09q1MjcM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t8x09q1MjcM</a><br /><br />**Racism**<br /><br />@outtfoxedPastor Joel Webbon Is Quite Clear In His Opinions About Black People. He is accused of being racist and his defenses are quite something. Maybe his statements about the Black church and Black men's theological qualifications to pastor Black churches are actually racist. His words are pretty racist. And, proudly calling out your interracial co-host won't protect you from being called a racist.  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ2e-KykXin/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZ2e-KykXin/</a><br /><br /><br /><b>Some Hope</b><br /> <br />@joshuaxsolomonHow are the GOYIM feeling about the new track?? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZS4ASFztL_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZS4ASFztL_/</a><br /><br />Spoken Word - @allthingskiraj - IN FAITH<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DMDH3I4uiwK/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DMDH3I4uiwK/</a><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br /><a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams</a><br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week  - @Andre Adams A clip from @urbancrabforestville celebrating @mikeg_79 bday we open this scene  with @king_of_queens @_turntuptommy along with @mr_armani_mlb setting the tone for special guest @bearwade_vs_bigpun coming through with that energy @majorleague_band #mikegbdaycelebration #gogoislife<br /> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=4336944026568495" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=4336944026568495</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72632840</guid><pubDate>Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:29:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72632840/my_problem_with_a_i_as_it_s_currently_being_developed.mp3" length="82658850" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d470eb7-3b3d-47ea-be41-a35d6b73a220/3d470eb7-3b3d-47ea-be41-a35d6b73a220.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d470eb7-3b3d-47ea-be41-a35d6b73a220/3d470eb7-3b3d-47ea-be41-a35d6b73a220.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d470eb7-3b3d-47ea-be41-a35d6b73a220/3d470eb7-3b3d-47ea-be41-a35d6b73a220.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>My Problem with A.I. as it's Currently  Being developed!

When I first heard about AI, I was highly skeptical and for good reason. Spending my career in IT Support and Systems Administration taught me how to find answers methodically. We didn't use...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[My Problem with A.I. as it's Currently  Being developed!<br /><br />When I first heard about AI, I was highly skeptical and for good reason. Spending my career in IT Support and Systems Administration taught me how to find answers methodically. We didn't use prompts; we plugged questions or error codes into Google and dug through the links. We knew the source. We knew who to contact for follow-up. The thought of accepting an answer blindly without knowing where it came from goes against everything I know.<br /><br />I’m no Luddite, I love technology, and I even use AI occasionally to generate images. But despite its occasional usefulness, it's not consistent, and it certainly doesn't justify the data centers swallowing up every patch of open land. It's unsustainable. When tech companies spend $2.59 Trillion on AI while massive human crises go unsolved, it's clear the industry needs to slow down. But billionaires only see the money, and the rest of us will suffer for their greed.<br /><br />The real problem with AI and I believe this is a feature, not a bug is centralization. Right now, the internet is decentralized. Anyone can launch a website. If your content shows up in a search, the user can verify it, question it, or reject it for bias. AI strips that away, presenting a finished document or spreadsheet as absolute truth. Knowledge is being consolidated into the hands of a few gatekeepers, people who have proven time and again that they can’t be trusted.<br /><br />If you wanted to control the world, controlling the flow of information through AI and LLMs is exactly how you'd start.<br /><br />*******<br />Amazon's Total Revenue, 2025 - 716.92 Billion Dollars<br />SpaceX's Total Revenue, 2025 -  18.7 Billion Dollars, With a 4.9 Billion Dollar loss<br />*******<br /><b>AI Data Centers</b><br /><br />@realnewsnobullshitData center coverage: Over the last week, we spent time traveling across the country and visiting communities impacted by data centers. Our first stop brought us to Lowell, Massachusetts. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvo6tDRCbO/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvo6tDRCbO/</a><br /><br />@realnewsnobullshit Data center coverage part 2: Over the last week, we traveled across the country and visited communities impacted by data centers. Our first stop was Lowell, Massachusetts. This is part two of our interview with Jake, a resident of Lowell who has a data center steps from his backyard. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZx7rW8xiyA/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZx7rW8xiyA/</a><br /><br />@perfectunionTenants of a small town in Pennsylvania are fighting a data center invasion that could evict them from their homes. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZsnazdigxH/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZsnazdigxH/</a><br /><br />@milvnewsCould you stand hearing this sound day and night in your backyard? Residents in Dowagiac, Michigan have filed a lawsuit against the owners of a data center owned by Hyperscale Data, Inc, alleging the facility creates "excessive noise" and doesn't have proper soundproofing technology. MLive's Aya Miller reports. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvb54aiU9g/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvb54aiU9g/</a><br /><br />@cancel.the.stateAin’t no way the billionaire CEO is blackrock is saying that americans need to pay for AI data centers with their retirement??? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvmn6HBCnY/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZvmn6HBCnY/</a><br /><br />@Business TodayArtificial Intelligence powers everything from ChatGPT and Gemini to social media feeds, online shopping, and digital assistants. But behind every AI response lies a hidden environmental cost that few people talk about: water. As AI adoption accelerates worldwide, massive data centres are...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5167</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>39</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - Episode 38</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-episode-38--72584622</link><description><![CDATA[How Low Is Too Low?<br />I have become completely disillusioned with Maryland politics. One of our current U.S. Senators and the majority of our Representatives in the House are corporate Democrats heavily backed by AIPAC. But it gets worse. In the race for Maryland’s 5th Congressional District, AIPAC and other corporate PACs are pouring massive amounts of money behind Adrian Boafo.<br /><br />Fortunately, the word is out. People are finally waking up to the threat AIPAC poses to our democratic process, and strong grassroots candidates like Harry Dunn are running viable campaigns against this corporate influence. Yet, our state leadership remains out of touch. Governor Wes Moore has explicitly endorsed Adrian Boafo, as well as Glenn Ivey for his congressional re-election bid—both of whom receive immense backing from AIPAC.<br /><br />Does this mean our state government now explicitly aligns itself with the ongoing devastation and genocide in Gaza and Lebanon? You have to answer that question for yourself. For me, the conclusion is unavoidable. We all see the reality of what is happening in the Middle East. At this point, accepting their money makes you complicit in the murder of children in Gaza and Lebanon.<br /><br /><b>Maryland Primaries</b><br /><br />@candidly_tiff🚨Maryland 5th Congressional District voters, take note: Protect Progress, the Crypto PAC, is now attacking Harry Dunn. #politics #maryland #marylandpolitics <a href="https://www.instagram.com/candidly_tiff/reel/DZqmZ6BT2Rm/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/candidly_tiff/reel/DZqmZ6BT2Rm/</a><br /><br />@stocking_the_capitolHarry Dunn has taken the Political Integrity Pledge✅ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnopYLtPs4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnopYLtPs4/</a><br /><br />@couriernewsroom @lauradunn4congressLaura Dunn: "We have AIPAC money corrupting the Democratic party." <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbNsP5FefN/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbNsP5FefN/</a><br />**AIPAC - Israel**<br /><br />@shawnryanshowFirsthand Account‼️🔥🔥 #usa #america #israel #palestine #iran #politics #congress #uk #canada<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOs5lsqh_dI&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOs5lsqh_dI&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66</a><br /><br />@arch PoliticsIt Is Crazy!🔥 #america #politics #israel #global #palestine #usa #us #iran #congress #news<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jTvSitybtM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jTvSitybtM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69</a><br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsBrilliant Rebuttal‼️🔥 #usa #america #israel #palestine #politics #congress #news #uk<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_O12ifYLeM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=71" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_O12ifYLeM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=71</a><br /><br />@middleasteyeSeveral journalists were injured by Israeli forces' live ammunition in the Palestinian village of Deir Abu Mash'al, occupied West Bank.⁠ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqQUDlgIQ9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqQUDlgIQ9/</a><br /><br />@middleasteyeFormer Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennet, who is running in this year’s legislative election, tells Iran he will be the country’s “worst nightmare” if he leads the new government.⁠⁠ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqY46XiAvA/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqY46XiAvA/</a><br /><br />**FBI**<br /><br />@nowthisimpactPayments of nearly $8,000 per pay period allegedly went to inner-circle FBI agents, according to Rep. Jamie Raskin’s investigation. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZsayleDOf0/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZsayleDOf0/</a><br /><br /><b>ICE</b><br /><br />@repeschobarLast week, it was confirmed that contractors at Camp East Montana were paid up to $11.5 million for food services while the facility was *empty.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnPiChOXhO/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnPiChOXhO/</a><br /><br /><br />**Some Hope** <br /><br />@soniqrva @mondaynotyoursMONDAY IS MINE Episode 174: AI AND THE END OF THE WORLD ft @mondaynotyours . Full episode available on YouTube, Spotify and Patreon <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZoIED6ANfl/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZoIED6ANfl/</a><br /><br />@allthingskiraj came to the shop and performed “Do You Believe In God” on @thecutappmusic 🔥<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXmc7TqB5Fp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXmc7TqB5Fp/</a><br /><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams</a><br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week  - Bruce BigDreams McKeltonGoGo is a high frequency vibe <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Mckeltt/subscribenow" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/Mckeltt/subscribenow</a>...]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72584622</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Jun 2026 18:08:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72584622/progressives_or_bust_episode_38.mp3" length="81891993" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/36ae746c-ae16-4274-b78b-7c437dde4003/36ae746c-ae16-4274-b78b-7c437dde4003.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/36ae746c-ae16-4274-b78b-7c437dde4003/36ae746c-ae16-4274-b78b-7c437dde4003.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/36ae746c-ae16-4274-b78b-7c437dde4003/36ae746c-ae16-4274-b78b-7c437dde4003.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How Low Is Too Low?
I have become completely disillusioned with Maryland politics. One of our current U.S. Senators and the majority of our Representatives in the House are corporate Democrats heavily backed by AIPAC. But it gets worse. In the race...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[How Low Is Too Low?<br />I have become completely disillusioned with Maryland politics. One of our current U.S. Senators and the majority of our Representatives in the House are corporate Democrats heavily backed by AIPAC. But it gets worse. In the race for Maryland’s 5th Congressional District, AIPAC and other corporate PACs are pouring massive amounts of money behind Adrian Boafo.<br /><br />Fortunately, the word is out. People are finally waking up to the threat AIPAC poses to our democratic process, and strong grassroots candidates like Harry Dunn are running viable campaigns against this corporate influence. Yet, our state leadership remains out of touch. Governor Wes Moore has explicitly endorsed Adrian Boafo, as well as Glenn Ivey for his congressional re-election bid—both of whom receive immense backing from AIPAC.<br /><br />Does this mean our state government now explicitly aligns itself with the ongoing devastation and genocide in Gaza and Lebanon? You have to answer that question for yourself. For me, the conclusion is unavoidable. We all see the reality of what is happening in the Middle East. At this point, accepting their money makes you complicit in the murder of children in Gaza and Lebanon.<br /><br /><b>Maryland Primaries</b><br /><br />@candidly_tiff🚨Maryland 5th Congressional District voters, take note: Protect Progress, the Crypto PAC, is now attacking Harry Dunn. #politics #maryland #marylandpolitics <a href="https://www.instagram.com/candidly_tiff/reel/DZqmZ6BT2Rm/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/candidly_tiff/reel/DZqmZ6BT2Rm/</a><br /><br />@stocking_the_capitolHarry Dunn has taken the Political Integrity Pledge✅ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnopYLtPs4/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnopYLtPs4/</a><br /><br />@couriernewsroom @lauradunn4congressLaura Dunn: "We have AIPAC money corrupting the Democratic party." <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbNsP5FefN/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbNsP5FefN/</a><br />**AIPAC - Israel**<br /><br />@shawnryanshowFirsthand Account‼️🔥🔥 #usa #america #israel #palestine #iran #politics #congress #uk #canada<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOs5lsqh_dI&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SOs5lsqh_dI&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66</a><br /><br />@arch PoliticsIt Is Crazy!🔥 #america #politics #israel #global #palestine #usa #us #iran #congress #news<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jTvSitybtM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9jTvSitybtM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69</a><br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsBrilliant Rebuttal‼️🔥 #usa #america #israel #palestine #politics #congress #news #uk<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_O12ifYLeM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=71" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-_O12ifYLeM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=71</a><br /><br />@middleasteyeSeveral journalists were injured by Israeli forces' live ammunition in the Palestinian village of Deir Abu Mash'al, occupied West Bank.⁠ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqQUDlgIQ9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqQUDlgIQ9/</a><br /><br />@middleasteyeFormer Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennet, who is running in this year’s legislative election, tells Iran he will be the country’s “worst nightmare” if he leads the new government.⁠⁠ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqY46XiAvA/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZqY46XiAvA/</a><br /><br />**FBI**<br /><br />@nowthisimpactPayments of nearly $8,000 per pay period allegedly went to...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5118</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>38</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - Episode 37</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-episode-37--72550298</link><description><![CDATA[Low Information Voters Are a Problem<br /><br /><b>Israel - AIPAC</b><br /><br />@declassifiedukJewish activists @jewish_antizionist_action have shown us material from inside an Israeli property event in London yesterday, which shows that illegal settlements on Palestinian land were on sale in the UK. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnSnVMM3EM/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnSnVMM3EM/</a><br /><br />@hear_me_out_on_thisThey reallyyyyyy don’t like it when we call it a genocide….they just stop talking when they see you don’t back down 😂 FREE PALESTINE 🇵🇸 ✊🏼♥️ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlla7njZsq/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlla7njZsq/</a><br /><br />@zachary.loftAdded some more sources towards the end <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbZ_S2tTMA/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbZ_S2tTMA/</a><br /><br />@daizygedeonThat’s not a conviction rate you’d expect from a justice system.That’s the conviction rate Israeli military courts recorded for Palestinians years before October 7, according to figures highlighted in a documentary examining the treatment of Palestinian children under military rule. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlzaxjyTZj/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlzaxjyTZj/</a><br /><br />**Life In America**<br /><br />@rep.sethmagazinerICE has no businesses keeping a database of American citizens who have committed no crimes. But that is exactly what is happening. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZkw8B0gL9B/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZkw8B0gL9B/</a><br /><br />@<a href="http://moriahnorman.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">moriahnorman.tv</a>An update to the shooting investigation where a white man armed with a rifle opened fire at a black family gathering in South Ga. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgqXiVNdWS/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgqXiVNdWS/</a><br /><br />@cambyeon🚨 THE LAPD KILLED A WOMAN’S DOG FOR CELEBRATING THE KNICKS CHAMPIONSHIP!! 💔 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnCFTdMuC6/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnCFTdMuC6/</a><br /><br />@btnewsroomBREAKING: Stanford University graduates staged a walkout during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s keynote address at commencement Sunday.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlGH70gOZ5/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlGH70gOZ5/</a><br /><br />@newstotrustAny investor would envy this kind of return on investment: AIPAC bought everyone, from senators to the president. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEZcndxh9n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEZcndxh9n/</a><br /><br />@neighborontheleftNatalie Winters, WH correspondent for Steve Bannon, has a rather off take on how facts work, and why they don’t work in her favor. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZP_UUJR24G/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZP_UUJR24G/</a><br /><br /><br />**Maryland Primaries**<br /><br />@kristyfoglepacAs of June 12, more than $8.1 million in outside money has flooded Maryland’s 5th Congressional District race.💰 $4.9 million from Protect Progress, a crypto-industry super PAC.💰 $2.8 million from United Democracy Project, AIPAC’s super PAC.💰 Nearly $500,000 from establishment political networks. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgjR9wx9Ql/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgjR9wx9Ql/</a> <br /><br />@oliveradamslarkinAIPAC just thanked Jared Moskowitz for ignoring international law on military funding to Israel. I’m running to replace him. #gaza #israel #palestine #congress #florida <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXNKdz3AXOJ/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXNKdz3AXOJ/</a><br />**Some Hope**<br /><br />@thedark_independentHere's something for the masses lol <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZkzUtkR4GY/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZkzUtkR4GY/</a><br /><br />@CeliaPoetryI don't think of you as broken #poetrytok #poetrybook #spokenword <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1541703987604389" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/1541703987604389</a><br /><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's<br />Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams</a><br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week  - Wall-to-wall . That’s how the last @northeastgroovers show at Howard Theatre looked. @<a href="http://thegogo.co/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">thegogo.co</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1316506060657575" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/1316506060657575</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72550298</guid><pubDate>Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:29:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72550298/progressives_or_bust_episode_37.mp3" length="96824420" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/90ced930-e177-429a-aad0-326b3ca37eeb/90ced930-e177-429a-aad0-326b3ca37eeb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/90ced930-e177-429a-aad0-326b3ca37eeb/90ced930-e177-429a-aad0-326b3ca37eeb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/90ced930-e177-429a-aad0-326b3ca37eeb/90ced930-e177-429a-aad0-326b3ca37eeb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Low Information Voters Are a Problem

Israel - AIPAC

@declassifiedukJewish activists @jewish_antizionist_action have shown us material from inside an Israeli property event in London yesterday, which shows that illegal settlements on Palestinian land...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Low Information Voters Are a Problem<br /><br /><b>Israel - AIPAC</b><br /><br />@declassifiedukJewish activists @jewish_antizionist_action have shown us material from inside an Israeli property event in London yesterday, which shows that illegal settlements on Palestinian land were on sale in the UK. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnSnVMM3EM/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnSnVMM3EM/</a><br /><br />@hear_me_out_on_thisThey reallyyyyyy don’t like it when we call it a genocide….they just stop talking when they see you don’t back down 😂 FREE PALESTINE 🇵🇸 ✊🏼♥️ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlla7njZsq/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlla7njZsq/</a><br /><br />@zachary.loftAdded some more sources towards the end <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbZ_S2tTMA/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbZ_S2tTMA/</a><br /><br />@daizygedeonThat’s not a conviction rate you’d expect from a justice system.That’s the conviction rate Israeli military courts recorded for Palestinians years before October 7, according to figures highlighted in a documentary examining the treatment of Palestinian children under military rule. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlzaxjyTZj/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlzaxjyTZj/</a><br /><br />**Life In America**<br /><br />@rep.sethmagazinerICE has no businesses keeping a database of American citizens who have committed no crimes. But that is exactly what is happening. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZkw8B0gL9B/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZkw8B0gL9B/</a><br /><br />@<a href="http://moriahnorman.tv/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">moriahnorman.tv</a>An update to the shooting investigation where a white man armed with a rifle opened fire at a black family gathering in South Ga. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgqXiVNdWS/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgqXiVNdWS/</a><br /><br />@cambyeon🚨 THE LAPD KILLED A WOMAN’S DOG FOR CELEBRATING THE KNICKS CHAMPIONSHIP!! 💔 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnCFTdMuC6/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZnCFTdMuC6/</a><br /><br />@btnewsroomBREAKING: Stanford University graduates staged a walkout during Google CEO Sundar Pichai’s keynote address at commencement Sunday.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlGH70gOZ5/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZlGH70gOZ5/</a><br /><br />@newstotrustAny investor would envy this kind of return on investment: AIPAC bought everyone, from senators to the president. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEZcndxh9n/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEZcndxh9n/</a><br /><br />@neighborontheleftNatalie Winters, WH correspondent for Steve Bannon, has a rather off take on how facts work, and why they don’t work in her favor. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZP_UUJR24G/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZP_UUJR24G/</a><br /><br /><br />**Maryland Primaries**<br /><br />@kristyfoglepacAs of June 12, more than $8.1 million in outside money has flooded Maryland’s 5th Congressional District race.💰 $4.9 million from Protect Progress, a crypto-industry super PAC.💰 $2.8 million from United Democracy Project, AIPAC’s super PAC.💰 Nearly $500,000 from establishment political networks. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgjR9wx9Ql/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZgjR9wx9Ql/</a> <br /><br />@oliveradamslarkinAIPAC just thanked Jared Moskowitz for ignoring international law on military funding to Israel. I’m running to replace him. #gaza #israel #palestine #congress #florida <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXNKdz3AXOJ/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6052</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>37</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - June 12, 2026</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-june-12-2026--72509122</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Early Voting has begun in Maryland!</b><br /><br /><b>**AIPAC Corporate Democrats**</b><br /><br />@<a href="http://majority.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">majority.fm</a>Is Graham Platner cosplaying, or is this Dem consultant just worried about the commission she'll lose out on when campaigns that rely on doorknockers and grassroots campaigns win? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGQfGKxfke/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGQfGKxfke/</a><br /><br />@candidly_tiffI’m so annoyed by the SuperPACs backing Adrian Boafo and Quincy Bareebe trying to buy my congressional seat. I can’t wait for June 23rd so this can be over. #md05 #mdpolitics <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa9kptJd78/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa9kptJd78/</a><br /><br />@progressive.maryland - Don't support Boafo who is the AIPAC CRYPTO Candidate How many times do we have to say this?Marylanders DO NOT WANT outsiders in our local elections. We cannot let developer super PACs, tech and crypto executives, or anyone associated with them attempting to BUY our elections. We decide who we want in office because our ELECTED officials work for US, not them. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZdjsv5Fazg/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZdjsv5Fazg/</a><br /><br /><br />*<b>Progressive Candidates**</b><br /><br />@repayannapressleyRepublicans are complicit in the abuse, negligence, &amp; trauma of our children. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbgeRHMMAF/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbgeRHMMAF/</a><br /><br />@repjayapalWhite phosphorus is a dangerous chemical that the Israeli military has improperly used across Lebanon, harming civilians.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa7kqVCInE/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa7kqVCInE/</a><br /><br />@hear_me_out_on_this6/10/26: The lead writer on the New York Time’s questionable hit piece was Katie Glueck. While she was a student at Northwestern University, Glueck served as the co-president of the student group Students for Israel. And during her tenure, the entire university student chapter was nationally recognized and won the "Activist of the Year" award from AIPAC. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFWgFAkP3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFWgFAkP3/</a><br /><br />@repthomasmassieWe need more transparency in the foreign interest lobbying on Capitol Hill. That’s why I introduced the Americans Insist on Political Agent Clarity Act yesterday. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXAGMjlAU5/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXAGMjlAU5/</a><br /><br /><b>**The Immigrant Detention Grift</b>**<br /><br />@whoiskingtrivvThe private companies running those facilities get paid per their government contract based on the number of people in custody no matter the reason.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZd6FhvM3Gy/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZd6FhvM3Gy/</a>  <br /><br /><b>**ISRAEL - AIPAC**</b><br /><br />@holden_onto_truthUSS Liberty Stand Down Order! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFF8SJjKT/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFF8SJjKT/</a><br /><br />@richardgroveofficial"The truth of the matter is the explosions were captured ammunition that the Israelis were blowing up... not shell fire from the sea." 🤫 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZeVw6UjetN/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZeVw6UjetN/</a><br /><br />@jonathan.nYour dollars are being used to disappear your neighbors. Our taxes should be used to lift each other up instead of this mass network of human rights abuses. Stand up, fight back, demand divestment. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZc5zknAK71/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZc5zknAK71/</a><br /><br />**Racism in America**<br />@attorneycrumpA family in Lee County, GA, was enjoying a reunion together when a man drove by yelling racial slurs. Minutes later, he returned wearing body armor and carrying an AR-15-style rifle before opening fire. Marine veteran Ramell Green stepped in to protect his family from a hate-fueled attack. Black families deserve to gather, celebrate, and make memories without fear of becoming targets. This was no misunderstanding but a deliberate act that endangered the lives of children and elders. When innocent lives are put in the crosshairs of hate, accountability is not optional and justice is NOT negotiable. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZd5xC8DDW1/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZd5xC8DDW1/</a><br /><br />**DATA Centers and A.I.**<br />@nytimes Residents in Saline Township, Michigan, are banding together to oppose an A.I. data center, crossing political lines in surprising new ways. Our writer, Sabrina Tavernise, reported from the state. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXzu1FvjNYt/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXzu1FvjNYt/</a><br /><br />@aaronparnasFamily donates land to build a park—city sells it to build a datacenter instead. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZfFnycRdfl/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZfFnycRdfl/</a><br /><br /><b>Some Hope</b><br /><br />*button Poetry - @birdietee -  Tess Elizabeth  "I will always choose my heart breaking over my heart not beating, over me not existing. I think I would rather feel everything than nothing at all."@birdietee - A Response to Those who Say I Write too Many Love Poems<a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/664449442863007" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/664449442863007</a><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@ExchangesMediaGroup/streams</a><br /><br />Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week  -  @Love DC Go-Go“Only Junkyard can take your favorite song and JUNK IT.”When most bands play a cover, they try to sound like the original.When Junkyard plays a cover, they make it their own.At Jay’s Sports Café in Stafford, Virginia, JYB took Tevin Campbell’s classic “Be Alone With You” and transformed it into a full-blown Go-Go experience. <a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1771428694218218" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1771428694218218</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72509122</guid><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 05:51:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72509122/progressives_or_bust_june_11_2026.mp3" length="108262709" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a0416533-fe60-4045-8fe6-e63234bd3918/a0416533-fe60-4045-8fe6-e63234bd3918.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a0416533-fe60-4045-8fe6-e63234bd3918/a0416533-fe60-4045-8fe6-e63234bd3918.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a0416533-fe60-4045-8fe6-e63234bd3918/a0416533-fe60-4045-8fe6-e63234bd3918.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Early Voting has begun in Maryland!

**AIPAC Corporate Democrats**

@http://majority.fm/Is Graham Platner cosplaying, or is this Dem consultant just worried about the commission she'll lose out on when campaigns that rely on doorknockers and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Early Voting has begun in Maryland!</b><br /><br /><b>**AIPAC Corporate Democrats**</b><br /><br />@<a href="http://majority.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">majority.fm</a>Is Graham Platner cosplaying, or is this Dem consultant just worried about the commission she'll lose out on when campaigns that rely on doorknockers and grassroots campaigns win? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGQfGKxfke/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGQfGKxfke/</a><br /><br />@candidly_tiffI’m so annoyed by the SuperPACs backing Adrian Boafo and Quincy Bareebe trying to buy my congressional seat. I can’t wait for June 23rd so this can be over. #md05 #mdpolitics <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa9kptJd78/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa9kptJd78/</a><br /><br />@progressive.maryland - Don't support Boafo who is the AIPAC CRYPTO Candidate How many times do we have to say this?Marylanders DO NOT WANT outsiders in our local elections. We cannot let developer super PACs, tech and crypto executives, or anyone associated with them attempting to BUY our elections. We decide who we want in office because our ELECTED officials work for US, not them. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZdjsv5Fazg/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZdjsv5Fazg/</a><br /><br /><br />*<b>Progressive Candidates**</b><br /><br />@repayannapressleyRepublicans are complicit in the abuse, negligence, &amp; trauma of our children. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbgeRHMMAF/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbgeRHMMAF/</a><br /><br />@repjayapalWhite phosphorus is a dangerous chemical that the Israeli military has improperly used across Lebanon, harming civilians.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa7kqVCInE/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZa7kqVCInE/</a><br /><br />@hear_me_out_on_this6/10/26: The lead writer on the New York Time’s questionable hit piece was Katie Glueck. While she was a student at Northwestern University, Glueck served as the co-president of the student group Students for Israel. And during her tenure, the entire university student chapter was nationally recognized and won the "Activist of the Year" award from AIPAC. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFWgFAkP3/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFWgFAkP3/</a><br /><br />@repthomasmassieWe need more transparency in the foreign interest lobbying on Capitol Hill. That’s why I introduced the Americans Insist on Political Agent Clarity Act yesterday. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXAGMjlAU5/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DYXAGMjlAU5/</a><br /><br /><b>**The Immigrant Detention Grift</b>**<br /><br />@whoiskingtrivvThe private companies running those facilities get paid per their government contract based on the number of people in custody no matter the reason.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZd6FhvM3Gy/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZd6FhvM3Gy/</a>  <br /><br /><b>**ISRAEL - AIPAC**</b><br /><br />@holden_onto_truthUSS Liberty Stand Down Order! <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFF8SJjKT/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZbFF8SJjKT/</a><br /><br />@richardgroveofficial"The truth of the matter is the explosions were captured ammunition that the Israelis were blowing up... not shell fire from the sea." 🤫 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZeVw6UjetN/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZeVw6UjetN/</a><br /><br />@jonathan.nYour dollars are being used to disappear your neighbors. Our taxes should be used to lift each other up instead of this mass network of human rights abuses. Stand up, fight back, demand divestment. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZc5zknAK71/"...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6767</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>36</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - June 11, 2026</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-june-11-2026--72484397</link><description><![CDATA[Data Centers are a Problem!<br /> <br /><b>DATA CENTERS</b><br /><br />@realhumansfirst“This is crazy. I’m witnessing this with my own two eyes right now. I’m back in Michigan and I’m north of a bunch of data centers, and the water here, all those are miles north — There’s brown water in the toilets, brown water in the sinks, brown data center water. It blew my mind. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZTlO-st4zp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZTlO-st4zp/</a><br /><br />@realhumansfirstImagine trying to sleep when the night sky outside your home looks like daytime.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZaXVMbx9F9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZaXVMbx9F9/</a><br /><br />@montrosevaThe deed says: “The use of the Property shall be limited in perpetuity exclusively for conservation of land areas for the substantial and regular use for outdoor recreation or education by the Corporation, an organization open to the general public, to serve the people of the greater Richmond community… or by any subsequent grantee in perpetuity for the substantial and regular use by the public exclusively for the recreational, conservation and education purposes specified herein.”<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYbejcSAFp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYbejcSAFp/</a><br /><br />@katvnewsCentral Arkansas Water CEO Tad Bohannon addresses the question: What's the water demand that's going to be required for a new data center? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQS5YCFXO_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQS5YCFXO_/</a><br /><br />**Zionism - AIPAC - ISRAEL**<br /><br />@2larryjohnson733 senate seats are up for election on 11/3.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSeVEwER0a/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSeVEwER0a/</a><br /><br />@repmoskowitzIn a perfect world, the Jewish American Security Act wouldn’t be necessary. But we don’t live in that world.Jewish kids are being threatened. Synagogues are being bombed. And across the country, Jewish Americans are hiding their Star of David so they don’t get accosted. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZakPgpRG-d/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZakPgpRG-d/</a><br /><br />@itvnewsITV News’ James Mates shows the rubble left after an Israeli strike caused severe damage to Tyre’s main hospital, Jabal Amel. Holes are seen through the front walls, which wounded four doctors and 40 other staff members #itvnews #lebanon #tyre <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZXtRulsjKX/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZXtRulsjKX/</a><br /><br />@unredacted.media274 KILLED. AND HE CALLED IT “A PRICE TO PAY.”<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZWPyoNDmom/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZWPyoNDmom/</a><br /><br />@madea.banjaminIsrael has become one of the world’s largest arms exporters, selling everything from drones and missile systems to surveillance technology. At the same time, governments that publicly express concern over civilian suffering continue purchasing Israeli military equipment. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZA7PnvDuNK/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZA7PnvDuNK/</a><br /><br /><br />**The Republican Vision Of America**<br /><br />@hereandnowradioresident Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act made sweeping cuts to SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It introduced strict work requirements for eligibility and funneled program costs into state budgets. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYUjFKPkT_L/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DYUjFKPkT_L/</a><br /><br />@repgabeamoLast year in @houseforeign, Secretary Rubio told me, “No children are dying on my watch.” <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZJdpxVuZzH/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZJdpxVuZzH/</a><br /><br /><br />***Progressive Candidates**<br /><br />repmaxwellfrostIf ICE or federal officers violate your right to record, there should be consequences. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYK8nAytlp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYK8nAytlp/</a><br /><br />**Kevin O'Leary**<br /><br />@<a href="http://majority.fm/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">majority.fm</a>Watch the full @abitfruitypod episode on Matt Bernstein's channel 🥰<br /><br /><br />**Some Hope**<br /><br />@Button PoetryRudy Francisco - If I Was a Love Poet <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evE77UeNZMw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=evE77UeNZMw</a> <br /><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a> <br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week - @R&amp;S Project LivePlease join me in congratulating R&amp;S Project's own Tamarkia "SweetTee" Little on being honored at the Queens of Crank Honors!SweetTee, thank you for your hard work, dedication, and unwavering support of both R&amp;S Project and the Go-Go community. Your passion, commitment, and contributions have made a lasting impact, and this recognition is truly well deserved.We are proud of you and grateful to have you represent R&amp;S Project. Congratulations on this outstanding honor, and we wish you continued success in all that you do!R&amp;S Project<a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1011382091279275/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/1011382091279275/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72484397</guid><pubDate>Thu, 11 Jun 2026 18:02:50 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72484397/progressives_or_bust_june_11_2026.mp3" length="80102776" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0b02cc6e-5132-43c6-b414-9a6ea09b43ad/0b02cc6e-5132-43c6-b414-9a6ea09b43ad.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0b02cc6e-5132-43c6-b414-9a6ea09b43ad/0b02cc6e-5132-43c6-b414-9a6ea09b43ad.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0b02cc6e-5132-43c6-b414-9a6ea09b43ad/0b02cc6e-5132-43c6-b414-9a6ea09b43ad.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Data Centers are a Problem!
 
DATA CENTERS

@realhumansfirst“This is crazy. I’m witnessing this with my own two eyes right now. I’m back in Michigan and I’m north of a bunch of data centers, and the water here, all those are miles north — There’s...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Data Centers are a Problem!<br /> <br /><b>DATA CENTERS</b><br /><br />@realhumansfirst“This is crazy. I’m witnessing this with my own two eyes right now. I’m back in Michigan and I’m north of a bunch of data centers, and the water here, all those are miles north — There’s brown water in the toilets, brown water in the sinks, brown data center water. It blew my mind. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZTlO-st4zp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZTlO-st4zp/</a><br /><br />@realhumansfirstImagine trying to sleep when the night sky outside your home looks like daytime.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZaXVMbx9F9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZaXVMbx9F9/</a><br /><br />@montrosevaThe deed says: “The use of the Property shall be limited in perpetuity exclusively for conservation of land areas for the substantial and regular use for outdoor recreation or education by the Corporation, an organization open to the general public, to serve the people of the greater Richmond community… or by any subsequent grantee in perpetuity for the substantial and regular use by the public exclusively for the recreational, conservation and education purposes specified herein.”<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYbejcSAFp/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZYbejcSAFp/</a><br /><br />@katvnewsCentral Arkansas Water CEO Tad Bohannon addresses the question: What's the water demand that's going to be required for a new data center? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQS5YCFXO_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DYQS5YCFXO_/</a><br /><br />**Zionism - AIPAC - ISRAEL**<br /><br />@2larryjohnson733 senate seats are up for election on 11/3.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSeVEwER0a/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSeVEwER0a/</a><br /><br />@repmoskowitzIn a perfect world, the Jewish American Security Act wouldn’t be necessary. But we don’t live in that world.Jewish kids are being threatened. Synagogues are being bombed. And across the country, Jewish Americans are hiding their Star of David so they don’t get accosted. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZakPgpRG-d/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZakPgpRG-d/</a><br /><br />@itvnewsITV News’ James Mates shows the rubble left after an Israeli strike caused severe damage to Tyre’s main hospital, Jabal Amel. Holes are seen through the front walls, which wounded four doctors and 40 other staff members #itvnews #lebanon #tyre <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZXtRulsjKX/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZXtRulsjKX/</a><br /><br />@unredacted.media274 KILLED. AND HE CALLED IT “A PRICE TO PAY.”<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZWPyoNDmom/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZWPyoNDmom/</a><br /><br />@madea.banjaminIsrael has become one of the world’s largest arms exporters, selling everything from drones and missile systems to surveillance technology. At the same time, governments that publicly express concern over civilian suffering continue purchasing Israeli military equipment. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZA7PnvDuNK/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZA7PnvDuNK/</a><br /><br /><br />**The Republican Vision Of America**<br /><br />@hereandnowradioresident Trump's One Big Beautiful Bill Act made sweeping cuts to SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It introduced strict work requirements for eligibility and funneled program costs into state budgets. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DYUjFKPkT_L/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DYUjFKPkT_L/</a><br /><br />@repgabeamoLast year in @houseforeign, Secretary Rubio told me, “No children are dying on my watch.” <a...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5007</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>35</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - June 08, 2026</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-june-08-2026--72435509</link><description><![CDATA[Maybe We Have Three Parties Now? Democrats, Republicans, and AIPACS<br /><br />**Mainstream Media**<br />@breakfromrealitytvIn 1963, President Kennedy sent near-ultimatum letters to Israel demanding inspections of their secret nuclear <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DY_SSmiNmjF/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DY_SSmiNmjF/</a><br /><br />@abdulelsayedMost people don’t ask how I pray. They ask what I pray for.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSUVRKOWCs/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSUVRKOWCs/</a><br /><br />@abcnews_au On the streets of Tehran, anti-US propaganda and people aren’t hard to find. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DZEb7BtREd9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/reels/DZEb7BtREd9/</a><br /><br />**Democrats, Republicans, AIPACS**<br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsHe Got Caught <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKqKqurZ2II&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=73" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKqKqurZ2II&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=73</a><br /><br />@Middle East EyeWho is Mike Huckabee, the US Christian Zionist ambassador to Israel? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L5pLKxBvEk&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=72" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L5pLKxBvEk&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=72</a><br /><br /><br /><br />@BreezyPoliticsOwen Calls Out Ted......<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3XbvdymINqw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3XbvdymINqw</a><br /><br />@ginnysaidoHappy Sunday <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSZrQhTfVg/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSZrQhTfVg/</a><br /><br />@BreezyPolicts The Great Awakening<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8nZU9cGZHUg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8nZU9cGZHUg</a><br /><br />**Data Centers**<br /><br />@bowman_tvData Center FLOODS West Virginia Community:⁣ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGFrwrsqc2/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGFrwrsqc2/</a><br /><br />@jailbreakoverlanderLiving next to a DATA CENTER Be Like... <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/srMpba6kzrY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/srMpba6kzrY</a><br /><br />**Racism**<br /><br />@nativepodland“Some racist sh*t don’t even need no context.” 🥴🫠 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSJCJpqVDq/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSJCJpqVDq/</a><br />**Some Hope**<br />@Voices In PowerUC Jae - "Addictions" @ Voices In Power | Philadelphia | Spoken Word <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUnREyizXps" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUnREyizXps</a><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a> <br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week - What Band feat The Conductor - Pocket/Socket Warm 3/9/26 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1421011735779246" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/1421011735779246</a>@Michael SchoonerGainey]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72435509</guid><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 12:23:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72435509/progressives_or_bust_june_08_2026.mp3" length="57740706" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0d056c0b-d8ca-4c28-a7fe-4149cbb032e6/0d056c0b-d8ca-4c28-a7fe-4149cbb032e6.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0d056c0b-d8ca-4c28-a7fe-4149cbb032e6/0d056c0b-d8ca-4c28-a7fe-4149cbb032e6.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/0d056c0b-d8ca-4c28-a7fe-4149cbb032e6/0d056c0b-d8ca-4c28-a7fe-4149cbb032e6.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Maybe We Have Three Parties Now? Democrats, Republicans, and AIPACS

**Mainstream Media**
@breakfromrealitytvIn 1963, President Kennedy sent near-ultimatum letters to Israel demanding inspections of their secret...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Maybe We Have Three Parties Now? Democrats, Republicans, and AIPACS<br /><br />**Mainstream Media**<br />@breakfromrealitytvIn 1963, President Kennedy sent near-ultimatum letters to Israel demanding inspections of their secret nuclear <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DY_SSmiNmjF/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DY_SSmiNmjF/</a><br /><br />@abdulelsayedMost people don’t ask how I pray. They ask what I pray for.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSUVRKOWCs/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSUVRKOWCs/</a><br /><br />@abcnews_au On the streets of Tehran, anti-US propaganda and people aren’t hard to find. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reels/DZEb7BtREd9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/reels/DZEb7BtREd9/</a><br /><br />**Democrats, Republicans, AIPACS**<br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsHe Got Caught <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKqKqurZ2II&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=73" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TKqKqurZ2II&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=73</a><br /><br />@Middle East EyeWho is Mike Huckabee, the US Christian Zionist ambassador to Israel? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L5pLKxBvEk&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=72" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7L5pLKxBvEk&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=72</a><br /><br /><br /><br />@BreezyPoliticsOwen Calls Out Ted......<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3XbvdymINqw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3XbvdymINqw</a><br /><br />@ginnysaidoHappy Sunday <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSZrQhTfVg/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSZrQhTfVg/</a><br /><br />@BreezyPolicts The Great Awakening<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8nZU9cGZHUg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/8nZU9cGZHUg</a><br /><br />**Data Centers**<br /><br />@bowman_tvData Center FLOODS West Virginia Community:⁣ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGFrwrsqc2/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGFrwrsqc2/</a><br /><br />@jailbreakoverlanderLiving next to a DATA CENTER Be Like... <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/srMpba6kzrY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/srMpba6kzrY</a><br /><br />**Racism**<br /><br />@nativepodland“Some racist sh*t don’t even need no context.” 🥴🫠 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSJCJpqVDq/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZSJCJpqVDq/</a><br />**Some Hope**<br />@Voices In PowerUC Jae - "Addictions" @ Voices In Power | Philadelphia | Spoken Word <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUnREyizXps" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUnREyizXps</a><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a> <br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />Go Go Clip of the Week - What Band feat The Conductor - Pocket/Socket Warm 3/9/26 <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/1421011735779246"...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3609</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>34</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - June 05, 2026</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-june-05-2026--72389533</link><description><![CDATA[Data Centers are the Billionaire's plan to become Trillionaires  and enslave US ALL.<br /><br />**DATA CENTERS**<br /><br />@Jovan EENThe AI Data Center Boom Doesn’t Survive Basic Physics <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lDc8NpU2c0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lDc8NpU2c0</a><br /><br />@Piedmont MediaData center noise at Great Oak community outside Manassas #news <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ByT2TU02DM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=67" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ByT2TU02DM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=67</a><br /><br />@noosphereappAre Data Centers increasing local utility bills?Rep. Subramanyam: “...to pay for those power lines, the energy company says, hey, we need to build a power line here, so we get approval from the state, and we will increase people’s utility bills to pay for that infrastructure.” <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFxjDtNEth/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFxjDtNEth/</a><br /><br />@ncbwashington Local electricians are pre-fabricating parts that data centers need and shipping them all over the country, and union leaders say it’s breathing new life into the middle class. News4’s Drew Wilder tours one of the facilities.⁠ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDjXAcDk-Y/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDjXAcDk-Y/</a><br /><br />**Israeli Zionism**<br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsWhat a Story‼️🔥🔥<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvirDSEaQus&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvirDSEaQus&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66</a><br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsBrilliantly Unmasked‼️🔥🔥 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH75-e1YGB8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH75-e1YGB8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69</a><br /><br />@TYTTop Israeli ADMITS He NUKED the Iranian Peace Deal #breakingnews #tyt #cenkuygur #anakasparian<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt6t2smcoz8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=68" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt6t2smcoz8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=68</a><br /><br />@thecurrentscriptJust absurd and they openly brag about it too.#politics #news #israel #reel <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZK_2RwxAE9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZK_2RwxAE9/</a><br /><br />**DHS ICE**<br /><br />@cancel.the.state and @ajalperA New Jersey police sergeant has been charged with felony theft after stealing a journalists $10,000 camera equipment while she was filming an immigration protest at delaney hall. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLtBHovoQK/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLtBHovoQK/</a><br /><br />@silentmiddlechildFascism isn't coming. It's here. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEeBTvkWzG/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEeBTvkWzG/</a><br /><br />**Progressive Democrats**<br /><br />@repjoeneguseTax cuts for billionaires, while gutting assistance programs for hard-working Americans. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNQ0OrhXp1/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNQ0OrhXp1/</a><br /><br />@chrisvanhollenYesterday, the IDF seized 4 students from their homes in the West Bank, including 20-year-old American, Sama Safi.The Israeli govt didn’t tell her family or the U.S. Embassy where or why she was being taken &amp; is holding her without charges.<br />America must secure her release NOW.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZIs9IyBWXx/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZIs9IyBWXx/</a><br /><br />**The Regime**<br /><br />@matteo_il_pazzeoCalifornia elections: how@Easy it to vote in the Los Angeles mayoral race without an ID and if you’re not registered in that city?People like @xaviaer think it’s too easy. But it’s not.Let’s fact check what California law says. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZKmvP9AnRP/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZKmvP9AnRP/</a><br />**The War**<br />@iran.screenshot50-year-old fighter jets. Ignorance or strategy? <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFaNT3qKKM/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFaNT3qKKM/</a><br />**Some Hope**<br />@itstarekaliEpisode 13: “ADDICTION — Breaking (hidden) Patterns, Overcoming Substance Abuse, Struggling to Forgive Yourself” of my podcast, THAT Conversation with Tarek Ali is now live! LINK IN BIO #inspiration #motivation #quote <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw8KQdPJTxc/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/Cw8KQdPJTxc/</a><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on  Spreaker - <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a> <br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br />Go Go Clip of the Week - Andre AdamsA clip from @a_list_empire event we have a scene  up close and personal with the fans working out to the classic cut (Lock It) and they getting to it with #JamesFunk doing the play by play @rewickedestband #alistempire #gogoislife <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/2015390959107688" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/2015390959107688</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/72389533</guid><pubDate>Sat, 06 Jun 2026 16:09:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/72389533/progressives_or_bust_june_05_2026.mp3" length="108230594" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/48d6079e-6d99-4193-b439-0879f9307094/48d6079e-6d99-4193-b439-0879f9307094.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/48d6079e-6d99-4193-b439-0879f9307094/48d6079e-6d99-4193-b439-0879f9307094.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/48d6079e-6d99-4193-b439-0879f9307094/48d6079e-6d99-4193-b439-0879f9307094.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Data Centers are the Billionaire's plan to become Trillionaires  and enslave US ALL.

**DATA CENTERS**

@Jovan EENThe AI Data Center Boom Doesn’t Survive Basic Physics https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lDc8NpU2c0

@Piedmont MediaData center noise at...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Data Centers are the Billionaire's plan to become Trillionaires  and enslave US ALL.<br /><br />**DATA CENTERS**<br /><br />@Jovan EENThe AI Data Center Boom Doesn’t Survive Basic Physics <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lDc8NpU2c0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9lDc8NpU2c0</a><br /><br />@Piedmont MediaData center noise at Great Oak community outside Manassas #news <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ByT2TU02DM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=67" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ByT2TU02DM&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=67</a><br /><br />@noosphereappAre Data Centers increasing local utility bills?Rep. Subramanyam: “...to pay for those power lines, the energy company says, hey, we need to build a power line here, so we get approval from the state, and we will increase people’s utility bills to pay for that infrastructure.” <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFxjDtNEth/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFxjDtNEth/</a><br /><br />@ncbwashington Local electricians are pre-fabricating parts that data centers need and shipping them all over the country, and union leaders say it’s breathing new life into the middle class. News4’s Drew Wilder tours one of the facilities.⁠ <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDjXAcDk-Y/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDjXAcDk-Y/</a><br /><br />**Israeli Zionism**<br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsWhat a Story‼️🔥🔥<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvirDSEaQus&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TvirDSEaQus&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=66</a><br /><br />@Breezy PoliticsBrilliantly Unmasked‼️🔥🔥 <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH75-e1YGB8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EH75-e1YGB8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=69</a><br /><br />@TYTTop Israeli ADMITS He NUKED the Iranian Peace Deal #breakingnews #tyt #cenkuygur #anakasparian<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt6t2smcoz8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=68" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nt6t2smcoz8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=68</a><br /><br />@thecurrentscriptJust absurd and they openly brag about it too.#politics #news #israel #reel <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZK_2RwxAE9/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZK_2RwxAE9/</a><br /><br />**DHS ICE**<br /><br />@cancel.the.state and @ajalperA New Jersey police sergeant has been charged with felony theft after stealing a journalists $10,000 camera equipment while she was filming an immigration protest at delaney hall. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLtBHovoQK/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZLtBHovoQK/</a><br /><br />@silentmiddlechildFascism isn't coming. It's here. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEeBTvkWzG/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZEeBTvkWzG/</a><br /><br />**Progressive Democrats**<br /><br />@repjoeneguseTax cuts for billionaires, while gutting assistance programs for hard-working Americans. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNQ0OrhXp1/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DZNQ0OrhXp1/</a><br /><br />@chrisvanhollenYesterday, the IDF seized 4 students from their homes in the West Bank, including 20-year-old American, Sama Safi.The Israeli govt didn’t tell her family or the U.S. Embassy where or why she was being taken &amp; is holding her without charges.<br />America must secure her release NOW.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DZIs9IyBWXx/"...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>6765</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>33</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Progressives or Bust! - June 03, 2026</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/progressives-or-bust-june-03-2026--72357309</link><description><![CDATA[The only People that are excited about A.I. are the People trying to sell you A.I.<br /><br />**A.I. Truths**<br />@notetopixel<br />Company Spent $500M On Claude AI #ai #claudeai<br />https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sGqNy4_Ypz0<br /><br />@mint<br />From Starbucks To Pizza Hut, Microsoft &amp; Uber: Major Firms Pull Back From AI After Massive Losses <br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGRbKGfbdzo<br /><br />@realhumansfirst<br />“I want my water fixed. I want to be able to drink water in this town.” <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DY-CIhcRK79/<br /><br />@pbsds<br />AI data centers are building their own fossil fuel power plants. But are they following the law? <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZD6G9TRBrt/<br /><br />@anthonydoesradio<br />This will be Big Techs playbook from now on. #merica #reels #michigan #datacenters <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFZiSLxHOB/<br />@ceprdc - Ed Zitron <br />Can AI replace major infrastructural software like Salesforce and Intuit? Our #mostlyeconomics guest, Ed Zitron, says no. Despite integrating AI chatbots into everything, we're actually in a post-growth period for software. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DY7FSNsDkH0/<br /><br />**Democrat Lies**<br />@breezy politics<br />Powerfully Unmasked‼️🔥🔥 #usa #america #israel #palestine #iran #politics #congress #uk #nyc #canada <br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efQVvj_pDl8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=65<br />@rokhannausa<br />Thomas Massie and I are not done working together. Section 224 of our defense bill means to integrate our military with Israel’s military.<br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDy3fMB8qc/<br />@factsandfire<br />Resistance is our survival.<br />I’m in solidarity with all activists, journalists and community members who are fighting against this escalating fascism in New Jersey <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDfWCsh4Re/<br />Israeli - Zionism Lies<br />@dravonishere<br />The real Jewish people fighting against zionists. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZHDN3Et7x4/<br />@newstotrust<br />During the 2018 AIPAC conference, Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted how Israel had become one of the most technologically advanced and militarily capable nations in the region. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DYy5RiWxd6E/<br />**Some Hope**<br />@allthingskiraj<br />Raise your hand if you ever experienced someone becoming cold and mean towards you when they fall out of love with you instead of just calling it quits? Like let me guess you wanna treat me bad so I can be forced to walk away from you to free you from the guilt of leaving me lol such a predictable move <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DNUNTUataCS/<br />********************************************************************************************************************************************************************<br />Clip -  A Very Simple Explanation of how A.I.  Works<br />Progressives or Bust! - June 03, 2026 <br />The only People that are excited about A.I. are the People trying to sell you A.I.<br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br />https://transparentconvos.substack.com/<br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8 <br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr <br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! 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**A.I. Truths**
@notetopixel
Company Spent $500M On Claude AI #ai #claudeai
https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sGqNy4_Ypz0

@mint
From Starbucks To Pizza Hut, Microsoft...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The only People that are excited about A.I. are the People trying to sell you A.I.<br /><br />**A.I. Truths**<br />@notetopixel<br />Company Spent $500M On Claude AI #ai #claudeai<br />https://www.youtube.com/shorts/sGqNy4_Ypz0<br /><br />@mint<br />From Starbucks To Pizza Hut, Microsoft &amp; Uber: Major Firms Pull Back From AI After Massive Losses <br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dGRbKGfbdzo<br /><br />@realhumansfirst<br />“I want my water fixed. I want to be able to drink water in this town.” <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DY-CIhcRK79/<br /><br />@pbsds<br />AI data centers are building their own fossil fuel power plants. But are they following the law? <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZD6G9TRBrt/<br /><br />@anthonydoesradio<br />This will be Big Techs playbook from now on. #merica #reels #michigan #datacenters <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZFZiSLxHOB/<br />@ceprdc - Ed Zitron <br />Can AI replace major infrastructural software like Salesforce and Intuit? Our #mostlyeconomics guest, Ed Zitron, says no. Despite integrating AI chatbots into everything, we're actually in a post-growth period for software. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DY7FSNsDkH0/<br /><br />**Democrat Lies**<br />@breezy politics<br />Powerfully Unmasked‼️🔥🔥 #usa #america #israel #palestine #iran #politics #congress #uk #nyc #canada <br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=efQVvj_pDl8&amp;list=PLMSKFoqCzQ5O78MVgOi7uyCtVlr7XBB3z&amp;index=65<br />@rokhannausa<br />Thomas Massie and I are not done working together. Section 224 of our defense bill means to integrate our military with Israel’s military.<br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDy3fMB8qc/<br />@factsandfire<br />Resistance is our survival.<br />I’m in solidarity with all activists, journalists and community members who are fighting against this escalating fascism in New Jersey <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZDfWCsh4Re/<br />Israeli - Zionism Lies<br />@dravonishere<br />The real Jewish people fighting against zionists. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DZHDN3Et7x4/<br />@newstotrust<br />During the 2018 AIPAC conference, Benjamin Netanyahu highlighted how Israel had become one of the most technologically advanced and militarily capable nations in the region. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DYy5RiWxd6E/<br />**Some Hope**<br />@allthingskiraj<br />Raise your hand if you ever experienced someone becoming cold and mean towards you when they fall out of love with you instead of just calling it quits? Like let me guess you wanna treat me bad so I can be forced to walk away from you to free you from the guilt of leaving me lol such a predictable move <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DNUNTUataCS/<br />********************************************************************************************************************************************************************<br />Clip -  A Very Simple Explanation of how A.I.  Works<br />Progressives or Bust! - June 03, 2026 <br />The only People that are excited about A.I. are the People trying to sell you A.I.<br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br />https://transparentconvos.substack.com/<br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8 <br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr <br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br />Go Go Clip of the Week  -Continue to rest easy Chuck Brown<br />#Godfatherofgogo <br />@Dominic Watson<br />https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=1687285379127949]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5890</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/e287e1f5d1e0d8b15c9a644bb91e25ca.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>32</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>April 26, 2026 - Republican Lies Of the Week</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/april-26-2026-republican-lies-of-the-week--71675551</link><description><![CDATA[Republicans keep telling us that they aren't racist!<br /><br />* How the world views America Now through AI Music Videos*<br /><br />@jennalynnking<br />Attack on Devil!<br />A new Japanese anime parody just dropped, reimagining the Iran‑U.S. conflict through the lens of Attack on Titan.<br />In this fan‑made version, towering giants with US flags replace the Titans, turning Tehran into a fortress under siege—and the internet is losing it. The animation is raw, the metaphors are brutal, and the comments are a battlefield of its own.<br />Have you seen this? Is it brilliant satire or just too much? <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXk0GuujCwh/<br /><br /><i>Racist Lies</i><br /><br />@attorneystaci<br />Someone tweeted this video of me because they didn’t like my questioning. this week on the sboe was so hard. every single standard dealing with African Americans we tried to introduce was questioned or objected to; yet this one question was not answered. we gotta do better for our students. 😩#foundingfathers #socialstudies #teachthetruth #africanamericans #publictestimony <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DW-IoPyEXCs/<br /><br />I would show the clip of this exchange from the actual SBOE meeting, but it’s just too hard for me to go back and edit. this work is tough, but just know we are trying. thank you @theblackartsymom for sharing space with me to process this 🙏🏿🥹😭✅💪🏿. #moretocome #blackhistory#socialstudies #texaspodcast #love <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXRn9V8ka_R/<br /><br />@aliencozmo1111<br />Reform UK says it would block visas from countries seeking slavery reparations<br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXMnAARDhAn/<br /><br /><i>Religious Lies</i><br />@alexskubyofficial<br />If you do NOTHING else today, listen to THIS!<br />🫡🫡🫡🫡🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡❤️❤️❤️❤️ <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DW9Q0CwqwTb/<br /><br /><i>Farming Lies</i><br /><br />@str8upgena<br />I don't give AF if you're left or right.<br />I hope you're prepared.<br />Stock water, nonperishables, your emergency/first aid kits.<br />Learn how to perform CPR and properly take care of wounds.<br />#deportations #FUCKICE #USA #WAKEUP #AMERICAN <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DUCy63ogD7F/<br /><br /><i>Billionaire Lies</i><br /><br />@charlesmblow<br />REVEALING NEWS: The Washington Post is reporting this morning on what it calls “unflattering secrets” exposed through “cringey texts, emails, and private diary entries” entered into court filings in the bitter feud between billionaires Elon Musk and Sam Altman.<br /> In one text exchange, Mark Zuckerberg writes to Musk: “Looks like DOGE is making progress. I’ve got our team on alert to take down content doxxing or threatening the people on your team. Let me know if there’s anything else I can do to help.”<br /> The article underscores, for me, how much of a club the billionaire class is. Even when they clash, they seem to understand that, ultimately, they are a cliché.<br />The ultrarich will never act in the best interests of the masses. They consume; we are consumed. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXeX2r3Ddw3/<br /><br /><i>War and  Israeli Zionist Lies</i><br /><br />@declassifieduk<br />Gaza whistleblower breaks down after recounting the horrors faced by Palestinian children at aid sites.<br /> A private security contractor who managed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) sites, has exposed Israeli war crimes at Gaza aid sites, in his first ever sit down interview.<br /> Former Royal Marines Commando @king_david85 went to Gaza to help deliver food. What he witnessed was a sadistic ‘field day’ for IDF soldiers, who shot at starving Palestinians desperate for food.<br />Head over to YouTube/DeclassifiedUK to watch the full interview. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXjRhnPDOsE/<br /><br />@zeto<br />Mehdi breaks down the ‘right to exist’ argument about Israel and why the discourse is clear Israeli propaganda plus he shares three ways you can counter-argument if you find yourself stuck in the same bullsh*t debate.<br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DWwMBa-EqGt/<br />Subscribe to zeteo.com, link in bio. <br /><br />**Just some Beauty** Spoken Word<br /><br />allthingskiraj<br />Day 11 of 30 days of poetry for National poetry month goes to “No Filter” . Shoutout to the men that see insecurity and provides reassurance 🙌🏾 <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXH3qZ8jJNZ/<br /><br />@Deborah Lynn <br />Yacub Majeed Poem - Sunni Patterson <br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b70rRbAVf98<br /><br />@calirosemagic<br />#mauithepoet <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/CsTA-WULuH9/<br /><br />@purepoetrylive and @officialwarriorprincess<br />📽️ @atunez__<br />🏢 purepoetrylive<br />📍 @_ karmadc<br />⚡️PureVibesOnly <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/C8J_cKCxLqI/<br />**GoGo Clip of the Week**<br />District Kings<br /> THIS SATURDAY <br />LIsp  Lounge<br />https://www.facebook.com/reel/993850719871709<br />New GoGo Music<br />Touching on Me<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FClFzvl6tow<br />District Kings - Topic <br />* New Episode*<br />* Clip - Questioning claims to the land of the Palestinians <br />April 26, 2026 - Republican Lies Of the Week<br />Republicans keep telling us that they aren't racist!<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br />https://transparentconvos.substack.com/<br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8 <br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr <br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8<br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71675551</guid><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 16:29:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71675551/april_26_2026_republican_lies_of_the_week_audio_only.mp3" length="42449085" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ab35928e-4d13-4d17-a176-cffb2aa93054/ab35928e-4d13-4d17-a176-cffb2aa93054.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ab35928e-4d13-4d17-a176-cffb2aa93054/ab35928e-4d13-4d17-a176-cffb2aa93054.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ab35928e-4d13-4d17-a176-cffb2aa93054/ab35928e-4d13-4d17-a176-cffb2aa93054.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Republicans keep telling us that they aren't racist!

* How the world views America Now through AI Music Videos*

@jennalynnking
Attack on Devil!
A new Japanese anime parody just dropped, reimagining the Iran‑U.S. conflict through the lens of Attack...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Republicans keep telling us that they aren't racist!<br /><br />* How the world views America Now through AI Music Videos*<br /><br />@jennalynnking<br />Attack on Devil!<br />A new Japanese anime parody just dropped, reimagining the Iran‑U.S. conflict through the lens of Attack on Titan.<br />In this fan‑made version, towering giants with US flags replace the Titans, turning Tehran into a fortress under siege—and the internet is losing it. The animation is raw, the metaphors are brutal, and the comments are a battlefield of its own.<br />Have you seen this? Is it brilliant satire or just too much? <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXk0GuujCwh/<br /><br /><i>Racist Lies</i><br /><br />@attorneystaci<br />Someone tweeted this video of me because they didn’t like my questioning. this week on the sboe was so hard. every single standard dealing with African Americans we tried to introduce was questioned or objected to; yet this one question was not answered. we gotta do better for our students. 😩#foundingfathers #socialstudies #teachthetruth #africanamericans #publictestimony <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DW-IoPyEXCs/<br /><br />I would show the clip of this exchange from the actual SBOE meeting, but it’s just too hard for me to go back and edit. this work is tough, but just know we are trying. thank you @theblackartsymom for sharing space with me to process this 🙏🏿🥹😭✅💪🏿. #moretocome #blackhistory#socialstudies #texaspodcast #love <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXRn9V8ka_R/<br /><br />@aliencozmo1111<br />Reform UK says it would block visas from countries seeking slavery reparations<br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXMnAARDhAn/<br /><br /><i>Religious Lies</i><br />@alexskubyofficial<br />If you do NOTHING else today, listen to THIS!<br />🫡🫡🫡🫡🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡🫡❤️❤️❤️❤️ <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DW9Q0CwqwTb/<br /><br /><i>Farming Lies</i><br /><br />@str8upgena<br />I don't give AF if you're left or right.<br />I hope you're prepared.<br />Stock water, nonperishables, your emergency/first aid kits.<br />Learn how to perform CPR and properly take care of wounds.<br />#deportations #FUCKICE #USA #WAKEUP #AMERICAN <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DUCy63ogD7F/<br /><br /><i>Billionaire Lies</i><br /><br />@charlesmblow<br />REVEALING NEWS: The Washington Post is reporting this morning on what it calls “unflattering secrets” exposed through “cringey texts, emails, and private diary entries” entered into court filings in the bitter feud between billionaires Elon Musk and Sam Altman.<br /> In one text exchange, Mark Zuckerberg writes to Musk: “Looks like DOGE is making progress. I’ve got our team on alert to take down content doxxing or threatening the people on your team. Let me know if there’s anything else I can do to help.”<br /> The article underscores, for me, how much of a club the billionaire class is. Even when they clash, they seem to understand that, ultimately, they are a cliché.<br />The ultrarich will never act in the best interests of the masses. They consume; we are consumed. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXeX2r3Ddw3/<br /><br /><i>War and  Israeli Zionist Lies</i><br /><br />@declassifieduk<br />Gaza whistleblower breaks down after recounting the horrors faced by Palestinian children at aid sites.<br /> A private security contractor who managed Gaza Humanitarian Foundation (GHF) sites, has exposed Israeli war crimes at Gaza aid sites, in his first ever sit down interview.<br /> Former Royal Marines Commando @king_david85 went to Gaza to help deliver food. What he witnessed was a sadistic ‘field day’ for IDF soldiers, who shot at starving Palestinians desperate for food.<br />Head over to YouTube/DeclassifiedUK to watch the full interview. <br />https://www.instagram.com/p/DXjRhnPDOsE/<br /><br />@zeto<br />Mehdi breaks down the ‘right to exist’ argument about Israel and why the discourse is clear Israeli propaganda plus he shares three ways you can counter-argument if you...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2653</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/178e3a88b3299ee14560c0c161468442.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>April 12, 2026 - Republican Lies Of the Week</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/april-12-2026-republican-lies-of-the-week--71302641</link><description><![CDATA[And we are still sorta at war!<br /><br /><i><b>ICE Lies</b></i><br />@repcasar reads a letter from 17-year-old Andrade Iraheta, who is detained at the Dilley Detention Center along with his family. Follow @nowthisimpact for more. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW-Za6WBWjG/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW-Za6WBWjG/?hl=en</a><br /><br />Farmers who voted for this keep pretending like they DID NOT. YES YOU DID! You let them in your fields, you called ICE on your workers and cried like babies when no one came back or they were all arrested #fafo #wtys #farmersmarket you did the most DIABOLICAL THING! Then COMPLAIN?!?!?!?!?! @momma_wears_dad_jeans<br /> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4llEcySx2/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4llEcySx2/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><i><b>War Lies</b></i><br /><br />Breaking news, Donald Trump and the Pentagon lied about F-15 pilot rescue mission @daily_rumble<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW6ynYzAHnf/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW6ynYzAHnf/?hl=en</a><br /><br />Reality is in the rearview mirror.. #psychology #sociology #FridayFeeling #wth #chat @erikajordan<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW9BFRUgH2w/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW9BFRUgH2w/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><br />Ten minutes. That was all it took.1,530 dead. 4,812 wounded. 130 children gone. Doctors killed. Hospitals shut down. <br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW7qAuktqSG/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW7qAuktqSG/?hl=en</a>@mr_gerald_wayne<br /><br /><i><b>Israel Lies</b></i><br /><br />They are planning to rewrite history about October 7 and the genocide in Gaza @daily_rumble<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAql4Ajyf5/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAql4Ajyf5/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAql4Ajyf5/?hl=en</a><br /><br />🚨 Tensions reported in Ras al-Auja, West Bank 🚨Israeli blogger Roy Star is reported to have confronted solidarity activists in the Palestinian village of Ras al-Auja, with claims that the situation escalated into threats and the use of pepper spray @newtotrust<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW8kFwREZe4/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW8kFwREZe4/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW8kFwREZe4/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><br /><i><b>Just a real American</b></i><br /><br />Dave in Las Vegas: This war in #Iran, he only went in there because he’s probably a pedophile and people don’t want to admit it, but he is... He is not a president, he is a dictator. Follow @blueatlgeorgia for more. @voteinorout<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXASJdNuBSQ/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXASJdNuBSQ/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><i><b>For the Culture</b></i><br /><br />We are a spiritual peopleEpisode 33 #explore #podcastclips<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXCT4bIgCCa/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXCT4bIgCCa/?hl=en</a> @deante.kyle<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br /><a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br />Go Go Video CreditsOpening - Backyard Band on Noochie's PorchGotta send a special Front Porch Birthday to my Family @kroniclover2 🍾 Thank you for holding the city down! You the 🐐 brotha! <br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAPRItD210/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAPRItD210/?hl=en&amp;img_index=1</a><br /><br />A clip from the @sharkbarwaldorf with the weekly segment of The Drummers Edition with @damontacoatwater with The Conductor calling the play @nationwhatband @whatbandnation #whatbandwednesdays #gogoislife<a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=962099290116046" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=962099290116046" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/watch/?ref=saved&amp;v=962099290116046</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71302641</guid><pubDate>Tue, 14 Apr 2026 01:02:27 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71302641/april_12_2026_republican_lies_of_the_week.mp3" length="61839951" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a48009fb-1c1b-4a8d-8a7e-7cc699c705a5/a48009fb-1c1b-4a8d-8a7e-7cc699c705a5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a48009fb-1c1b-4a8d-8a7e-7cc699c705a5/a48009fb-1c1b-4a8d-8a7e-7cc699c705a5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a48009fb-1c1b-4a8d-8a7e-7cc699c705a5/a48009fb-1c1b-4a8d-8a7e-7cc699c705a5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>And we are still sorta at war!

ICE Lies
@repcasar reads a letter from 17-year-old Andrade Iraheta, who is detained at the Dilley Detention Center along with his family. Follow @nowthisimpact for more. https://www.instagram.com/p/DW-Za6WBWjG/?hl=en...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[And we are still sorta at war!<br /><br /><i><b>ICE Lies</b></i><br />@repcasar reads a letter from 17-year-old Andrade Iraheta, who is detained at the Dilley Detention Center along with his family. Follow @nowthisimpact for more. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW-Za6WBWjG/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW-Za6WBWjG/?hl=en</a><br /><br />Farmers who voted for this keep pretending like they DID NOT. YES YOU DID! You let them in your fields, you called ICE on your workers and cried like babies when no one came back or they were all arrested #fafo #wtys #farmersmarket you did the most DIABOLICAL THING! Then COMPLAIN?!?!?!?!?! @momma_wears_dad_jeans<br /> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4llEcySx2/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW4llEcySx2/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><i><b>War Lies</b></i><br /><br />Breaking news, Donald Trump and the Pentagon lied about F-15 pilot rescue mission @daily_rumble<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW6ynYzAHnf/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW6ynYzAHnf/?hl=en</a><br /><br />Reality is in the rearview mirror.. #psychology #sociology #FridayFeeling #wth #chat @erikajordan<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW9BFRUgH2w/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW9BFRUgH2w/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><br />Ten minutes. That was all it took.1,530 dead. 4,812 wounded. 130 children gone. Doctors killed. Hospitals shut down. <br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW7qAuktqSG/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW7qAuktqSG/?hl=en</a>@mr_gerald_wayne<br /><br /><i><b>Israel Lies</b></i><br /><br />They are planning to rewrite history about October 7 and the genocide in Gaza @daily_rumble<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAql4Ajyf5/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAql4Ajyf5/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXAql4Ajyf5/?hl=en</a><br /><br />🚨 Tensions reported in Ras al-Auja, West Bank 🚨Israeli blogger Roy Star is reported to have confronted solidarity activists in the Palestinian village of Ras al-Auja, with claims that the situation escalated into threats and the use of pepper spray @newtotrust<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW8kFwREZe4/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DW8kFwREZe4/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DW8kFwREZe4/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><br /><i><b>Just a real American</b></i><br /><br />Dave in Las Vegas: This war in #Iran, he only went in there because he’s probably a pedophile and people don’t want to admit it, but he is... He is not a president, he is a dictator. Follow @blueatlgeorgia for more. @voteinorout<br /><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXASJdNuBSQ/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXASJdNuBSQ/?hl=en</a><br /><br /><i><b>For the Culture</b></i><br /><br />We are a spiritual peopleEpisode 33 #explore #podcastclips<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DXCT4bIgCCa/?hl=en" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DXCT4bIgCCa/?hl=en</a> @deante.kyle<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br /><a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3865</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>April 5, 2026 - Republican Lies Of the Week</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/april-5-2026-republican-lies-of-the-week--71120216</link><description><![CDATA[We are Sorta at War?<br /><br />Turning Point is Grift and colleges should stop letting them on their campuses.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrv7gcDznP/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrv7gcDznP/</a>@ryanhcaldewll #tpusa #gw #washingtondc #news #politics<br /><br />We knew that the republicans would start killing immigrants. Neglecting people in detainment is murder. They would kill more of us but thank god the courts are holding.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpUf9gFNmn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpUf9gFNmn/</a><br /><br />@repjayapal<br /><br />The republicans are lying, ICE will be at polling stations. I don't know what they will be doing but they refused to fund DHS and pay TSA workers because the democrats wanted them to promise that ICE won't be at our polling stations.   Immigration Customs Enforcement  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWoQCBQB3Ev/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWoQCBQB3Ev/</a><br />@voteinorout<br /><br />The Republicans are now telling us they get to tell us what is done with Federal Money. Our Tax Money! They money they take out of our paychecks. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWm8tc4D2q_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWm8tc4D2q_/</a> <br /><br />@bulwarkonline<br /><br />The Republicans lied and told us that affordability is a myth.....white taking all our money for themselves. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWr1U8GgMGK/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWr1U8GgMGK/</a><br /><br />@aaronparnas<br /><br />The Reprblicans are lying about the democrats and trans rights. I don't even know how this scare got started. How often do you see trans people?<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWc1zvZAKVw/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWc1zvZAKVw/</a><br /><br />@bookersquared<br /><br />Go Go Video CreditsBackyard Band-Thug Passion<br />@spursfan1080<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vGZNlgVzCs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vGZNlgVzCs</a><br /><br />DC VYBE BAND - SMOOTH CRANK<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIT-e20Vc1g" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIT-e20Vc1g" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIT-e20Vc1g</a><br />@MediaManiac211]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/71120216</guid><pubDate>Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:23:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/71120216/republican_lies_of_the_week_episode_20.mp3" length="33097733" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/475dd87c-2c40-4509-94bf-d169077e97ef/475dd87c-2c40-4509-94bf-d169077e97ef.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/475dd87c-2c40-4509-94bf-d169077e97ef/475dd87c-2c40-4509-94bf-d169077e97ef.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/475dd87c-2c40-4509-94bf-d169077e97ef/475dd87c-2c40-4509-94bf-d169077e97ef.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We are Sorta at War?

Turning Point is Grift and colleges should stop letting them on their campuses.https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrv7gcDznP/@ryanhcaldewll #tpusa #gw #washingtondc #news #politics

We knew that the republicans would start killing...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We are Sorta at War?<br /><br />Turning Point is Grift and colleges should stop letting them on their campuses.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrv7gcDznP/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWrv7gcDznP/</a>@ryanhcaldewll #tpusa #gw #washingtondc #news #politics<br /><br />We knew that the republicans would start killing immigrants. Neglecting people in detainment is murder. They would kill more of us but thank god the courts are holding.<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpUf9gFNmn/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWpUf9gFNmn/</a><br /><br />@repjayapal<br /><br />The republicans are lying, ICE will be at polling stations. I don't know what they will be doing but they refused to fund DHS and pay TSA workers because the democrats wanted them to promise that ICE won't be at our polling stations.   Immigration Customs Enforcement  <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWoQCBQB3Ev/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWoQCBQB3Ev/</a><br />@voteinorout<br /><br />The Republicans are now telling us they get to tell us what is done with Federal Money. Our Tax Money! They money they take out of our paychecks. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWm8tc4D2q_/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWm8tc4D2q_/</a> <br /><br />@bulwarkonline<br /><br />The Republicans lied and told us that affordability is a myth.....white taking all our money for themselves. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWr1U8GgMGK/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWr1U8GgMGK/</a><br /><br />@aaronparnas<br /><br />The Reprblicans are lying about the democrats and trans rights. I don't even know how this scare got started. How often do you see trans people?<a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/DWc1zvZAKVw/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/p/DWc1zvZAKVw/</a><br /><br />@bookersquared<br /><br />Go Go Video CreditsBackyard Band-Thug Passion<br />@spursfan1080<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vGZNlgVzCs" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4vGZNlgVzCs</a><br /><br />DC VYBE BAND - SMOOTH CRANK<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIT-e20Vc1g" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIT-e20Vc1g" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VIT-e20Vc1g</a><br />@MediaManiac211]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2069</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>March 22, 2026 - Wedge Issues - Transgendered Rights</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/march-22-2026-wedge-issues-transgendered-rights--70861288</link><description><![CDATA[Billionaires Don't care about the abortion or your baby!<br /><br />Bring up an image of any MAGA rally and then bring up an image of Trump’s current cabinet or maybe an image of Trump at home in Mar Largo. Did you notice any similarities? I can answer that for you! Other than the Whiteness, Hell No! They actually have very little in common other than all being white and most likely very racist. It’s the racism that’s really holding it all together but that’s not the point of this essay. Racism is just American at this point. Racism got a 34 count convicted felon elected to the highest office in our country and he didn’t win by selling better ideas to the American people. He did it by repeating over and over again, “they want transgender for everyone”. According to Geminin, he’s used it over fifty times since being in office starting in January 2026. What does that even mean? Are we all due one gender affirming surgery or are people being kidnapped and forced to have gender affirming surgery? He has never had to actually explain what he means. All of us aren’t transgender, and we all don’t want to be trangendered, so what does he actually mean and why are they afraid of it. It’s never going to happen to everyone.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70861288</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Mar 2026 00:08:15 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70861288/wedge_issues_audio_only.mp3" length="32559820" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/41e5af55-d781-4e32-bb03-e571ce7cdb90/41e5af55-d781-4e32-bb03-e571ce7cdb90.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/41e5af55-d781-4e32-bb03-e571ce7cdb90/41e5af55-d781-4e32-bb03-e571ce7cdb90.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/41e5af55-d781-4e32-bb03-e571ce7cdb90/41e5af55-d781-4e32-bb03-e571ce7cdb90.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Billionaires Don't care about the abortion or your baby!

Bring up an image of any MAGA rally and then bring up an image of Trump’s current cabinet or maybe an image of Trump at home in Mar Largo. Did you notice any similarities? I can answer that for...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Billionaires Don't care about the abortion or your baby!<br /><br />Bring up an image of any MAGA rally and then bring up an image of Trump’s current cabinet or maybe an image of Trump at home in Mar Largo. Did you notice any similarities? I can answer that for you! Other than the Whiteness, Hell No! They actually have very little in common other than all being white and most likely very racist. It’s the racism that’s really holding it all together but that’s not the point of this essay. Racism is just American at this point. Racism got a 34 count convicted felon elected to the highest office in our country and he didn’t win by selling better ideas to the American people. He did it by repeating over and over again, “they want transgender for everyone”. According to Geminin, he’s used it over fifty times since being in office starting in January 2026. What does that even mean? Are we all due one gender affirming surgery or are people being kidnapped and forced to have gender affirming surgery? He has never had to actually explain what he means. All of us aren’t transgender, and we all don’t want to be trangendered, so what does he actually mean and why are they afraid of it. It’s never going to happen to everyone.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2035</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>March 15, 2026  - What About MAGA?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/march-15-2026-what-about-maga--70648310</link><description><![CDATA[There will never be enough group therapy....<br /><br />We may be able to bring our country back from the edge of fascism but MAGA isn't going anywhere! The regime is pressing hard to change our voting laws with the Save Act now dead in congress, so the press is fully on to steal the 2026 Midterms by as much voter suppression as possible. The dictator in chief has already let Congress and the entire country know that not another piece of legislation will be signed into law unless the Save Act is passed.  He has already announced publicly that if he loses the Midterms he will be impeached by the Democrats. If anyone is aware they will probably be impeached then they probably already know that they are breaking the law on a very consistent basis. Usually  if a criminal decides that breaking laws works for them, they aren't going to just stop breaking those laws until someone makes them stop and that's usually how our federal level enforcement agencies work. But somehow MAGA has completely taken over the executive and the legislative branches of our government and they believe that laws do not apply to them, and that's my biggest issue with MAGA. They are out of alignment with everything that is good in the country. In their zeal to save America from Americans their grievances have crushed the American dream for almost every American except the very rich elite classes.<br /><br />GoGo Clip of the Week - Chuck Brown<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br /><br />Video Credit:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/3362230423951218" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/3362230423951218</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rasheed.hammond/reels/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/rasheed.hammond/reels/</a>Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers · Moody's Mood (Live) <br /><br />Happy Birthday CHRIS BLACK What Band <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/2736693626671355" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/2736693626671355</a><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70648310</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Mar 2026 18:43:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70648310/what_about_maga_march_15_2026_v1.mp3" length="52452830" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/30f40f31-d4e8-45a8-af05-02d242e30256/30f40f31-d4e8-45a8-af05-02d242e30256.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/30f40f31-d4e8-45a8-af05-02d242e30256/30f40f31-d4e8-45a8-af05-02d242e30256.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/30f40f31-d4e8-45a8-af05-02d242e30256/30f40f31-d4e8-45a8-af05-02d242e30256.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>There will never be enough group therapy....

We may be able to bring our country back from the edge of fascism but MAGA isn't going anywhere! The regime is pressing hard to change our voting laws with the Save Act now dead in congress, so the press...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[There will never be enough group therapy....<br /><br />We may be able to bring our country back from the edge of fascism but MAGA isn't going anywhere! The regime is pressing hard to change our voting laws with the Save Act now dead in congress, so the press is fully on to steal the 2026 Midterms by as much voter suppression as possible. The dictator in chief has already let Congress and the entire country know that not another piece of legislation will be signed into law unless the Save Act is passed.  He has already announced publicly that if he loses the Midterms he will be impeached by the Democrats. If anyone is aware they will probably be impeached then they probably already know that they are breaking the law on a very consistent basis. Usually  if a criminal decides that breaking laws works for them, they aren't going to just stop breaking those laws until someone makes them stop and that's usually how our federal level enforcement agencies work. But somehow MAGA has completely taken over the executive and the legislative branches of our government and they believe that laws do not apply to them, and that's my biggest issue with MAGA. They are out of alignment with everything that is good in the country. In their zeal to save America from Americans their grievances have crushed the American dream for almost every American except the very rich elite classes.<br /><br />GoGo Clip of the Week - Chuck Brown<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br /><br />Video Credit:<a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/3362230423951218" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/3362230423951218</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/rasheed.hammond/reels/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/rasheed.hammond/reels/</a>Chuck Brown and the Soul Searchers · Moody's Mood (Live) <br /><br />Happy Birthday CHRIS BLACK What Band <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reel/2736693626671355" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.facebook.com/reel/2736693626671355</a><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3279</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Should the Republican Party Continue to Exist?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-the-republican-party-continue-to-exist--70493153</link><description><![CDATA[You already know my answer!<br /><br />What does the Republican party want for America or what has the Republican party done for America? I personally don’t have any good answers to that question. In my lifetime it has been the Democrats that have tirelessly worked to create a safety net for every citizen regardless of party membership. Also in my lifetime it’s been the Republicans that have spent that same amount of time trying to destroy that safety net. How did the Republican party get to the point that a billionaire businessman without any real political power or experience rise up to lead the party . Dump actually told us why he chose the Republican party for his move to destroy the world. His Republican voters are loyal, so loyal that he stated in 2016 that he could stand in the middle of fifth avenue, shoot someone and they would still vote for him. I beg you to look up the video for yourself and see the crowd’s reaction. That’s the Republican party and they were headed in this direction for a very long time.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!<br /><br />Video Credit<br /><br />Vybe Band When I See U<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZT7miPf3Pgk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZT7miPf3Pgk</a><a href="http://www.dcvybe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.dcvybe.com/</a><br /><br /><br />DC VYBE Live at Mix and Mingle Coffee Lounge Pop Up Shop TV <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87QEf-CL3p" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87QEf-CL3p</a><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70493153</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 23:17:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70493153/should_the_republican_party_continue_to_exist.mp3" length="59373924" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ea19677e-1d42-4430-8b5c-7048d2f0ac62/ea19677e-1d42-4430-8b5c-7048d2f0ac62.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ea19677e-1d42-4430-8b5c-7048d2f0ac62/ea19677e-1d42-4430-8b5c-7048d2f0ac62.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ea19677e-1d42-4430-8b5c-7048d2f0ac62/ea19677e-1d42-4430-8b5c-7048d2f0ac62.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>You already know my answer!

What does the Republican party want for America or what has the Republican party done for America? I personally don’t have any good answers to that question. In my lifetime it has been the Democrats that have tirelessly...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[You already know my answer!<br /><br />What does the Republican party want for America or what has the Republican party done for America? I personally don’t have any good answers to that question. In my lifetime it has been the Democrats that have tirelessly worked to create a safety net for every citizen regardless of party membership. Also in my lifetime it’s been the Republicans that have spent that same amount of time trying to destroy that safety net. How did the Republican party get to the point that a billionaire businessman without any real political power or experience rise up to lead the party . Dump actually told us why he chose the Republican party for his move to destroy the world. His Republican voters are loyal, so loyal that he stated in 2016 that he could stand in the middle of fifth avenue, shoot someone and they would still vote for him. I beg you to look up the video for yourself and see the crowd’s reaction. That’s the Republican party and they were headed in this direction for a very long time.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!<br /><br />Video Credit<br /><br />Vybe Band When I See U<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZT7miPf3Pgk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZT7miPf3Pgk</a><a href="http://www.dcvybe.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.dcvybe.com/</a><br /><br /><br />DC VYBE Live at Mix and Mingle Coffee Lounge Pop Up Shop TV <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87QEf-CL3p" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=87QEf-CL3p</a><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3711</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>March 1, 2026 -Special Edition -  Endless Wars</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/march-1-2026-special-edition-endless-wars--70394960</link><description><![CDATA[What is it good for?<br /><br />The President decided to go home on Friday night. He went to his club, that's also his home in Florida. He unilaterally declared war without getting authorization from congress, so the war is illegal, but everything is illegal with this regime. I'm not sure why Israel is involved because they are not our ally. Their interests are not our interests.  In his speech he stated that the goal was to obliterate  their nuclear program, but according to him the strikes last summer already obliterated their nuclear  program. He informed us that there will probably will be American causalities.  Then went he went  into his ballroom and partied. What could possibly go wrong.  People in the Middle East are dying right now, but the president of the United States is enjoying some nice weather in Florida this weekend.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br />Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a blind Rohingya refugee, should be at home with his family in Buffalo right now. Unfortunately, he was killed by an immigration and criminal justice system that left him to die.<br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70394960</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Mar 2026 19:45:12 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70394960/endless_wars_audio_only.mp3" length="35863369" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b0c0f5f-9d65-4417-8053-f20c60fa323a/8b0c0f5f-9d65-4417-8053-f20c60fa323a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b0c0f5f-9d65-4417-8053-f20c60fa323a/8b0c0f5f-9d65-4417-8053-f20c60fa323a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8b0c0f5f-9d65-4417-8053-f20c60fa323a/8b0c0f5f-9d65-4417-8053-f20c60fa323a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>What is it good for?

The President decided to go home on Friday night. He went to his club, that's also his home in Florida. He unilaterally declared war without getting authorization from congress, so the war is illegal, but everything is illegal...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[What is it good for?<br /><br />The President decided to go home on Friday night. He went to his club, that's also his home in Florida. He unilaterally declared war without getting authorization from congress, so the war is illegal, but everything is illegal with this regime. I'm not sure why Israel is involved because they are not our ally. Their interests are not our interests.  In his speech he stated that the goal was to obliterate  their nuclear program, but according to him the strikes last summer already obliterated their nuclear  program. He informed us that there will probably will be American causalities.  Then went he went  into his ballroom and partied. What could possibly go wrong.  People in the Middle East are dying right now, but the president of the United States is enjoying some nice weather in Florida this weekend.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br />Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a blind Rohingya refugee, should be at home with his family in Buffalo right now. Unfortunately, he was killed by an immigration and criminal justice system that left him to die.<br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2242</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>February 27, 2026 - Why Demonizing DEI Didn't Work On Me</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/february-27-2026-why-demonizing-dei-didn-t-work-on-me--70365460</link><description><![CDATA[We never needed it, It was for Everyone Else<br /><br />There was a midair collision over the Potomac near the Ronald Reagan National Airport during the first week that the regime took power in January 2025. I’ve lived in the DMV for most of my life and we are very close to the Ronald Reagan National Airport. I’ve been to that airport a lot. If you live in this area, that airport is a part of everyday life here. So you can imagine how strange it was to hear that a Blackhawk Military helicopter ran into a commercial jet just taking off and leaving the area. It’s never happened before and we are used to seeing both military and commercial aircraft in this airspace all the time. This is the nation’s capital, there are two air force bases in the area, one is responsible for the president’s helicopters and the other base has Airforce One and other military jets that are used to defend the important airspace around the capital. It’s against the law to fly drones in this area. There’s been crashes at the airport before. Horrible crashes with a plane hitting the 14th Street bridge and going into the Potomac river once. It’s a very busy airspace and it’s very tightly controlled. Everyone including me was surprised to hear about the collision, and before we could actually find out what happened and what could have caused the crash, the regime had already stated that the crash was caused by the government’s DEI policies that were really amplified after the murder of George Floyd. Their premise seems to be that too many people of color were hired to perform jobs that they may not have been qualified to hold. That was the signal for us, the black people of this country, that we were about to get dragged through the mud and that every issue and problem that the country was suffering was going to be because of DEI and Immigration. Yep, four years of racial profiling was headed our way, and we already knew the play. They wanted to see us outside, rage protesting. Fortunately that was never going to happen.<br /><br />Congratulations to Laila Edwards - First Black Woman get Gold in Hockey!<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br />Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a blind Rohingya refugee, should be at home with his family in Buffalo right now. Unfortunately, he was killed by an immigration and criminal justice system that left him to die.<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70365460</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Mar 2026 14:05:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70365460/why_demonizing_dei_didn_t_work_on_me.mp3" length="70210770" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c049a88-f875-482e-a19b-e19287eccbda/8c049a88-f875-482e-a19b-e19287eccbda.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c049a88-f875-482e-a19b-e19287eccbda/8c049a88-f875-482e-a19b-e19287eccbda.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c049a88-f875-482e-a19b-e19287eccbda/8c049a88-f875-482e-a19b-e19287eccbda.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>We never needed it, It was for Everyone Else

There was a midair collision over the Potomac near the Ronald Reagan National Airport during the first week that the regime took power in January 2025. I’ve lived in the DMV for most of my life and we are...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[We never needed it, It was for Everyone Else<br /><br />There was a midair collision over the Potomac near the Ronald Reagan National Airport during the first week that the regime took power in January 2025. I’ve lived in the DMV for most of my life and we are very close to the Ronald Reagan National Airport. I’ve been to that airport a lot. If you live in this area, that airport is a part of everyday life here. So you can imagine how strange it was to hear that a Blackhawk Military helicopter ran into a commercial jet just taking off and leaving the area. It’s never happened before and we are used to seeing both military and commercial aircraft in this airspace all the time. This is the nation’s capital, there are two air force bases in the area, one is responsible for the president’s helicopters and the other base has Airforce One and other military jets that are used to defend the important airspace around the capital. It’s against the law to fly drones in this area. There’s been crashes at the airport before. Horrible crashes with a plane hitting the 14th Street bridge and going into the Potomac river once. It’s a very busy airspace and it’s very tightly controlled. Everyone including me was surprised to hear about the collision, and before we could actually find out what happened and what could have caused the crash, the regime had already stated that the crash was caused by the government’s DEI policies that were really amplified after the murder of George Floyd. Their premise seems to be that too many people of color were hired to perform jobs that they may not have been qualified to hold. That was the signal for us, the black people of this country, that we were about to get dragged through the mud and that every issue and problem that the country was suffering was going to be because of DEI and Immigration. Yep, four years of racial profiling was headed our way, and we already knew the play. They wanted to see us outside, rage protesting. Fortunately that was never going to happen.<br /><br />Congratulations to Laila Edwards - First Black Woman get Gold in Hockey!<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br />Nurul Amin Shah Alam, a blind Rohingya refugee, should be at home with his family in Buffalo right now. Unfortunately, he was killed by an immigration and criminal justice system that left him to die.<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4389</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>February 24, 2026 - There Has To Be Accountability!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/february-24-2026-there-has-to-be-accountability--70271246</link><description><![CDATA[Real Crimes are Happening!<br /><br />There’s only two things that will get my vote this year during the midterms. I need candidates that understand affordability isn’t a hoax, and they have to know that America has to hold these people accountable for all the crimes and the rights violations at every level of this regime. For there to be reconciliation there must be accountability, forgiveness does not exist for this process.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br /><br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70271246</guid><pubDate>Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:37:07 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70271246/there_has_to_be_accountability.mp3" length="47673885" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/215caa30-23e3-4327-9895-b19034f5ef8d/215caa30-23e3-4327-9895-b19034f5ef8d.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/215caa30-23e3-4327-9895-b19034f5ef8d/215caa30-23e3-4327-9895-b19034f5ef8d.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/215caa30-23e3-4327-9895-b19034f5ef8d/215caa30-23e3-4327-9895-b19034f5ef8d.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Real Crimes are Happening!

There’s only two things that will get my vote this year during the midterms. I need candidates that understand affordability isn’t a hoax, and they have to know that America has to hold these people accountable for all the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Real Crimes are Happening!<br /><br />There’s only two things that will get my vote this year during the midterms. I need candidates that understand affordability isn’t a hoax, and they have to know that America has to hold these people accountable for all the crimes and the rights violations at every level of this regime. For there to be reconciliation there must be accountability, forgiveness does not exist for this process.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br /><br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2980</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>February 19, 2026 - Gaslighting America Is Going to Fail!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/february-19-2026-gaslighting-america-is-going-to-fail--70178402</link><description><![CDATA[Where's my Pitchfork?<br /><br />Gaslighting is a form of persistent, insidious psychological manipulation and emotional abuse where the abuser distorts reality, causing the victim to doubt their own memory, perception, and sanity. The goal is to gain power and control by making the victim question their reality, leading to dependence on the abuser. So if you were to believe all of the lies coming out of this administration then you are giving up your agency and putting yourself in a position that you will become dependent on the regime for your very existence. An existence that will never benefit you or your family but will afford them a very lush life. The very people that told us that the tariffs will make us all rich and that they were only going to deport the criminals and the bad immigrants but then turned around and requested one hundred and ninety billion dollars for DHS and ICE. Why would so many Americans fall for a bunch of lies from a man in a very cheap looking suit, orange skin, and a very insecure need to pretend that he has a head full of hair. As stated in the definition above, a large part of America has allowed themselves to become dependent on the lies that they hear everyday and no matter what their eyes are actually seeing, they are stuck. We will have to wake them up in the Midterms.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free! <a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70178402</guid><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 15:26:44 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70178402/gaslighting_america_is_going_to_fail.mp3" length="49591063" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/440e4a1b-ccd5-456b-9905-0abf55b833d1/440e4a1b-ccd5-456b-9905-0abf55b833d1.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/440e4a1b-ccd5-456b-9905-0abf55b833d1/440e4a1b-ccd5-456b-9905-0abf55b833d1.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/440e4a1b-ccd5-456b-9905-0abf55b833d1/440e4a1b-ccd5-456b-9905-0abf55b833d1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Where's my Pitchfork?

Gaslighting is a form of persistent, insidious psychological manipulation and emotional abuse where the abuser distorts reality, causing the victim to doubt their own memory, perception, and sanity. The goal is to gain power and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Where's my Pitchfork?<br /><br />Gaslighting is a form of persistent, insidious psychological manipulation and emotional abuse where the abuser distorts reality, causing the victim to doubt their own memory, perception, and sanity. The goal is to gain power and control by making the victim question their reality, leading to dependence on the abuser. So if you were to believe all of the lies coming out of this administration then you are giving up your agency and putting yourself in a position that you will become dependent on the regime for your very existence. An existence that will never benefit you or your family but will afford them a very lush life. The very people that told us that the tariffs will make us all rich and that they were only going to deport the criminals and the bad immigrants but then turned around and requested one hundred and ninety billion dollars for DHS and ICE. Why would so many Americans fall for a bunch of lies from a man in a very cheap looking suit, orange skin, and a very insecure need to pretend that he has a head full of hair. As stated in the definition above, a large part of America has allowed themselves to become dependent on the lies that they hear everyday and no matter what their eyes are actually seeing, they are stuck. We will have to wake them up in the Midterms.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free! <a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3100</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>February 16, 2026 - Enemies Of Democracy</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/february-16-2026-enemies-of-democracy--70098212</link><description><![CDATA[How much money is too much Money?<br /><br />For some reason I remember seeing Mark Cuban in an interview on some podcast and they were asking  him questions about Elon Musk during his Doge days in the federal government. I don’t remember the questions or his answers, but I do remember the deference that was given to Musk. No matter that he didn’t agree with Musk’s actions, Musk was still one of them and it felt like he still needed to pay Musk the respect that was due to one his equals, and now lately that class of people have been very quiet, especially now that we are getting access to how they live and think. The Epstein files are slowly coming out more and more each day, it’s pretty safe to say that this Epstein Class of people, the oligarchs, are not very happy with democracy, especially if it gets in the way of making them money. I understand that getting justice for the now women, young girls back then is and should be the number one priority of the crimes that are being brought to light with each document release,  but we also need to take a very deep look at what else has been going on behind the gilded doors of these Wealthy Elites. They may happily take our money, but that’s pretty much where our commonality ends.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free! <a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan RossGeraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br /><br />Video Credits<br />Heads Will Roll - Grits and Eggs PodcastDeante Kyle<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4lywvWDHvIo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4lywvWDHvIo</a><br /><br />Take Me Out to the Go-Go (Live) <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN_jksq2h4k" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN_jksq2h4k</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70098212</guid><pubDate>Tue, 17 Feb 2026 14:14:23 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70098212/enemies_of_darkness_full_audio_only.mp3" length="53429774" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c251662-b048-4077-80de-7442473fe387/8c251662-b048-4077-80de-7442473fe387.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c251662-b048-4077-80de-7442473fe387/8c251662-b048-4077-80de-7442473fe387.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8c251662-b048-4077-80de-7442473fe387/8c251662-b048-4077-80de-7442473fe387.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>How much money is too much Money?

For some reason I remember seeing Mark Cuban in an interview on some podcast and they were asking  him questions about Elon Musk during his Doge days in the federal government. I don’t remember the questions or his...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[How much money is too much Money?<br /><br />For some reason I remember seeing Mark Cuban in an interview on some podcast and they were asking  him questions about Elon Musk during his Doge days in the federal government. I don’t remember the questions or his answers, but I do remember the deference that was given to Musk. No matter that he didn’t agree with Musk’s actions, Musk was still one of them and it felt like he still needed to pay Musk the respect that was due to one his equals, and now lately that class of people have been very quiet, especially now that we are getting access to how they live and think. The Epstein files are slowly coming out more and more each day, it’s pretty safe to say that this Epstein Class of people, the oligarchs, are not very happy with democracy, especially if it gets in the way of making them money. I understand that getting justice for the now women, young girls back then is and should be the number one priority of the crimes that are being brought to light with each document release,  but we also need to take a very deep look at what else has been going on behind the gilded doors of these Wealthy Elites. They may happily take our money, but that’s pretty much where our commonality ends.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free! <a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan RossGeraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***<br /><br /><br />Video Credits<br />Heads Will Roll - Grits and Eggs PodcastDeante Kyle<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4lywvWDHvIo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/4lywvWDHvIo</a><br /><br />Take Me Out to the Go-Go (Live) <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN_jksq2h4k" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mN_jksq2h4k</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3340</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>February 13, 2026 - The Grift of the Century</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/february-13-2026-the-grift-of-the-century--70061506</link><description><![CDATA[ We are being Robbed!<br /><br />You may think the regime cares about immigration, inflation, trade, healthcare, or the country's international relationships, and you would be wrong. Actually, in my opinion,  it's about the money! When this is all done, we are going to be shocked at how much money was actually funneled to them, their families and their friends. I actually now think that Project 2025 was the distraction, and that big beautiful bill is the grift.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70061506</guid><pubDate>Sat, 14 Feb 2026 19:09:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70061506/the_grift_of_the_century_full_audio_version.mp3" length="48765769" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d1fc083-0d14-49ec-8203-da66f90f31fa/3d1fc083-0d14-49ec-8203-da66f90f31fa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d1fc083-0d14-49ec-8203-da66f90f31fa/3d1fc083-0d14-49ec-8203-da66f90f31fa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/3d1fc083-0d14-49ec-8203-da66f90f31fa/3d1fc083-0d14-49ec-8203-da66f90f31fa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle> We are being Robbed!

You may think the regime cares about immigration, inflation, trade, healthcare, or the country's international relationships, and you would be wrong. Actually, in my opinion,  it's about the money! When this is all done, we are...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[ We are being Robbed!<br /><br />You may think the regime cares about immigration, inflation, trade, healthcare, or the country's international relationships, and you would be wrong. Actually, in my opinion,  it's about the money! When this is all done, we are going to be shocked at how much money was actually funneled to them, their families and their friends. I actually now think that Project 2025 was the distraction, and that big beautiful bill is the grift.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />***Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!***]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3048</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>It's All About The Nonsense And The Distractions!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/it-s-all-about-the-nonsense-and-the-distractions--70015441</link><description><![CDATA[Let's get ready for these Impeachments<br /><br />Being the President of the United States is a serious job with a lot of responsibility. Many people count on the President to improve their lives. Presidents usually inspire us as American citizens to reach higher goals and to be better people. They set an agenda for the Federal Government that should  push the country forward. They represent us on the world stage to be a leader for our allies, and to put our adversaries on notice that the United States will not tolerate nonsense. It’s all about peace through strength. They also remind us how great it is to be an American, and even though we have problems of inequality, and injustices that need to be addressed, it’s a privilege to be a citizen of this great country. But now there’s Donald Trump and the Regime of Doom. <br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br />#powertothepeople #staywoke #transparentconversations]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/70015441</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Feb 2026 15:14:34 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/70015441/it_s_all_about_the_nonsense_and_the_distractions_audio_only.mp3" length="43685475" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6cc46d82-4bd9-49fa-a8c7-b8261f234ad8/6cc46d82-4bd9-49fa-a8c7-b8261f234ad8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6cc46d82-4bd9-49fa-a8c7-b8261f234ad8/6cc46d82-4bd9-49fa-a8c7-b8261f234ad8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6cc46d82-4bd9-49fa-a8c7-b8261f234ad8/6cc46d82-4bd9-49fa-a8c7-b8261f234ad8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Let's get ready for these Impeachments

Being the President of the United States is a serious job with a lot of responsibility. Many people count on the President to improve their lives. Presidents usually inspire us as American citizens to reach...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Let's get ready for these Impeachments<br /><br />Being the President of the United States is a serious job with a lot of responsibility. Many people count on the President to improve their lives. Presidents usually inspire us as American citizens to reach higher goals and to be better people. They set an agenda for the Federal Government that should  push the country forward. They represent us on the world stage to be a leader for our allies, and to put our adversaries on notice that the United States will not tolerate nonsense. It’s all about peace through strength. They also remind us how great it is to be an American, and even though we have problems of inequality, and injustices that need to be addressed, it’s a privilege to be a citizen of this great country. But now there’s Donald Trump and the Regime of Doom. <br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br />#powertothepeople #staywoke #transparentconversations]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2731</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>February 5, 2026 - Where's the Election Fraud Evidence?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/february-5-2026-where-s-the-election-fraud-evidence--69846061</link><description><![CDATA[They are trying to steal our Democracy<br /><br />This current trend of questioning federal election results started some time ago and has just continually gotten worse over time. It all came to a head in 2020 after Donald Trump and the republicans lost that election. There were over 60 court cases challenging the results of the 2020 Presidential election results. The republicans lost every case. There were also many recounts and the results never changed. Now even after winning the election in 2024 he is still either convinced or is trying to convince his base that the 2020 election was stolen without presenting any evidence. Even now as we approach the critical midterms this year in November they’ve already started putting the pieces in place to steal our democracy. Instead of actually trying to win an election by implementing good policy and working to better the lives of all Americans, they have decided to end free and fair elections.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?</a><br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69846061</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 16:13:13 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69846061/wheres_the_evidence_of_election_fraud.mp3" length="42677709" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a76cd9c0-4d61-447f-b42b-d3874d0e52fb/a76cd9c0-4d61-447f-b42b-d3874d0e52fb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a76cd9c0-4d61-447f-b42b-d3874d0e52fb/a76cd9c0-4d61-447f-b42b-d3874d0e52fb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a76cd9c0-4d61-447f-b42b-d3874d0e52fb/a76cd9c0-4d61-447f-b42b-d3874d0e52fb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>They are trying to steal our Democracy

This current trend of questioning federal election results started some time ago and has just continually gotten worse over time. It all came to a head in 2020 after Donald Trump and the republicans lost that...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[They are trying to steal our Democracy<br /><br />This current trend of questioning federal election results started some time ago and has just continually gotten worse over time. It all came to a head in 2020 after Donald Trump and the republicans lost that election. There were over 60 court cases challenging the results of the 2020 Presidential election results. The republicans lost every case. There were also many recounts and the results never changed. Now even after winning the election in 2024 he is still either convinced or is trying to convince his base that the 2020 election was stolen without presenting any evidence. Even now as we approach the critical midterms this year in November they’ve already started putting the pieces in place to steal our democracy. Instead of actually trying to win an election by implementing good policy and working to better the lives of all Americans, they have decided to end free and fair elections.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?</a><br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter - Murdered by Brian Palacios<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2668</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>When Did ICE Become American's Secret Police</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-did-ice-become-american-s-secret-police--69764527</link><description><![CDATA[It  Was Never About Immigration!<br /><br />This is the official mission statement from the official DHS government site:  Protect America through criminal investigations and enforcing immigration laws to preserve national security and public safety. The is the vision statement, DHS’s premier law enforcement agency, mitigating transnational threats and safeguarding our nation, communities, lawful immigration, trade, travel, and financial systems. Obviously this is not what we see happening in cities across the nation.  ICE thugs are roaming through American streets violating Constitutional rights at a rate that Americans have never seen before. Legal documented immigrants and American citizens are not safe from what they would have us believe is premier law enforcement agency. <br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered<br /> By IceKeith Porter - Murder Unknown<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!<br /><br />Video Credits ‘Menacing’: Hayes sounds alarm on rise of ‘secret police’ under Trump<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5il6k7Dp4wM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5il6k7Dp4wM</a><br /><br />How Battlefield Tech Was Used in Minneapolis<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlJ3H9VFK_0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlJ3H9VFK_0</a><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69764527</guid><pubDate>Tue, 03 Feb 2026 17:32:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69764527/when_did_ice_become_american_s_secret_police.mp3" length="54283667" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8213712b-6298-4913-bde6-c74a33519b79/8213712b-6298-4913-bde6-c74a33519b79.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8213712b-6298-4913-bde6-c74a33519b79/8213712b-6298-4913-bde6-c74a33519b79.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8213712b-6298-4913-bde6-c74a33519b79/8213712b-6298-4913-bde6-c74a33519b79.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>It  Was Never About Immigration!

This is the official mission statement from the official DHS government site:  Protect America through criminal investigations and enforcing immigration laws to preserve national security and public safety. The is the...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[It  Was Never About Immigration!<br /><br />This is the official mission statement from the official DHS government site:  Protect America through criminal investigations and enforcing immigration laws to preserve national security and public safety. The is the vision statement, DHS’s premier law enforcement agency, mitigating transnational threats and safeguarding our nation, communities, lawful immigration, trade, travel, and financial systems. Obviously this is not what we see happening in cities across the nation.  ICE thugs are roaming through American streets violating Constitutional rights at a rate that Americans have never seen before. Legal documented immigrants and American citizens are not safe from what they would have us believe is premier law enforcement agency. <br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations on Spotify - <a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM?si=14d34396150348c8</a><br /><br />Murdered<br /> By IceKeith Porter - Murder Unknown<br />Renee Nicole Good - Murdered by Jonathan Ross<br />Geraldo Lunas - Unknown<br />Alex Pretti  - Murdered by  Jesus Ochoa, Raymundo Gutierrez<br /><br />Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!<br /><br />Video Credits ‘Menacing’: Hayes sounds alarm on rise of ‘secret police’ under Trump<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5il6k7Dp4wM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5il6k7Dp4wM</a><br /><br />How Battlefield Tech Was Used in Minneapolis<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlJ3H9VFK_0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nlJ3H9VFK_0</a><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3393</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Why Would Anyone Vote Against Their Best Interests</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-would-anyone-vote-against-their-best-interests--69709718</link><description><![CDATA[Stop Being a Sucker?<br /><br />There’s only been one time in my life that I can honestly say that I voted against my own interests. I was actually a registered Republican for a short time in my younger married days. I was actually a very observant Christian. The kind of Christian that didn’t listen to secular music, movies or television shows. So during that time I was against abortion, not that I didn’t believe that women should have control of their bodies or healthcare. The Church taught me abortion was wrong and I wanted to please God. So I actually voted for Republican candidates. I don’t remember who got my vote or did they deserve my vote. I just know they were pro-life and that’s all I need to know. This was during my first marriage. I was living in Virginia, and my career in I.T. was going well. We had bought our first house in Manassas and we were definitely middle class, living in that middle class bubble where you just worked a lot, took care of your family, went to church and kept your eye on your 401k.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter<br />Renee Nicole Good<br />Geraldo Lucas<br />Alex Pretti<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69709718</guid><pubDate>Sat, 31 Jan 2026 17:36:18 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69709718/why_would_anyone_vote_against_their_best_interests.mp3" length="56590896" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9152910f-f836-4eec-a7a6-937a1e78a7bf/9152910f-f836-4eec-a7a6-937a1e78a7bf.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9152910f-f836-4eec-a7a6-937a1e78a7bf/9152910f-f836-4eec-a7a6-937a1e78a7bf.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/9152910f-f836-4eec-a7a6-937a1e78a7bf/9152910f-f836-4eec-a7a6-937a1e78a7bf.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Stop Being a Sucker?

There’s only been one time in my life that I can honestly say that I voted against my own interests. I was actually a registered Republican for a short time in my younger married days. I was actually a very observant Christian....</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Stop Being a Sucker?<br /><br />There’s only been one time in my life that I can honestly say that I voted against my own interests. I was actually a registered Republican for a short time in my younger married days. I was actually a very observant Christian. The kind of Christian that didn’t listen to secular music, movies or television shows. So during that time I was against abortion, not that I didn’t believe that women should have control of their bodies or healthcare. The Church taught me abortion was wrong and I wanted to please God. So I actually voted for Republican candidates. I don’t remember who got my vote or did they deserve my vote. I just know they were pro-life and that’s all I need to know. This was during my first marriage. I was living in Virginia, and my career in I.T. was going well. We had bought our first house in Manassas and we were definitely middle class, living in that middle class bubble where you just worked a lot, took care of your family, went to church and kept your eye on your 401k.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Transparent Conversations Youtube Channel - <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Murdered  By Ice<br />Keith Porter<br />Renee Nicole Good<br />Geraldo Lucas<br />Alex Pretti<br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3537</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>When Did Immigration Become That Hill to Die On?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-did-immigration-become-that-hill-to-die-on--69646847</link><description><![CDATA[Conservatives Always  Need a Boogeyman!<br /><br />Maybe it’s because I’m black and I grew up in the suburbs of Maryland right outside of Washington DC, and to say that it’s very liberal, and progressive really doesn’t do it justice. I had the honor of growing up in a diverse neighborhood. Attended diverse schools and worked for companies that welcomed diversity. I often tell people that I never experienced any racism until I went to the University of Alabama In Birmingham for college, my parents' home. It didn’t take me long to understand life in the south. The races don’t really blend down there and that’s a shame but it’s the deep south. That’s my background and having relationships with immigrants wasn’t a thing. We never worried about anyone's immigration status or if they spoke English or not. We just naturally applied the golden rule and I never noticed that undocumented immigration was the most important issue in the lives of so many Americans.<br /><br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free! !<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69646847</guid><pubDate>Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:01:35 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69646847/when_did_immigration_become_that_hill_to_die_on.mp3" length="39977760" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57241f7c-f081-41d7-97cc-4086f640debe/57241f7c-f081-41d7-97cc-4086f640debe.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57241f7c-f081-41d7-97cc-4086f640debe/57241f7c-f081-41d7-97cc-4086f640debe.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/57241f7c-f081-41d7-97cc-4086f640debe/57241f7c-f081-41d7-97cc-4086f640debe.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Conservatives Always  Need a Boogeyman!

Maybe it’s because I’m black and I grew up in the suburbs of Maryland right outside of Washington DC, and to say that it’s very liberal, and progressive really doesn’t do it justice. I had the honor of growing...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Conservatives Always  Need a Boogeyman!<br /><br />Maybe it’s because I’m black and I grew up in the suburbs of Maryland right outside of Washington DC, and to say that it’s very liberal, and progressive really doesn’t do it justice. I had the honor of growing up in a diverse neighborhood. Attended diverse schools and worked for companies that welcomed diversity. I often tell people that I never experienced any racism until I went to the University of Alabama In Birmingham for college, my parents' home. It didn’t take me long to understand life in the south. The races don’t really blend down there and that’s a shame but it’s the deep south. That’s my background and having relationships with immigrants wasn’t a thing. We never worried about anyone's immigration status or if they spoke English or not. We just naturally applied the golden rule and I never noticed that undocumented immigration was the most important issue in the lives of so many Americans.<br /><br /><br /><i><b>Looking for a way to join the conversation, and be a part of the Independent Media boom that's beating out Mainstream media in getting the Truth out! Let's Talk!</b></i><br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free! !<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2499</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>January 24, 2026 - What's up with the Democrats?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/january-24-2026-what-s-up-with-the-democrats--69582786</link><description><![CDATA[January 24, 2026 - What's up with the Democrats?<br /><br /><i><b>Links in the bio</b></i><br /><br />The Democrats Don’t Know How to Fight? <br /><br />How do we know if Democrats actually want to win in the midterms?  I don’t see it. I don’t see any leadership from the Democrats. The Republicans are now running a mass deportation program using the Customs and Border Patrol and ICE. Both of those organizations are running all over the country and without any regards for rights that are guaranteed in the constitution, They are disappearing immigrants, and citizens. You could be an American citizen, driving home from work and they can just pull your car over, and demand that you prove that you are an American citizen. If you refuse, they can bust your windows, drag you out of your car, and pepper spray you and your passengers. You will most definitely have a gun pointed at you for kicks and giggles. Worst case scenario, you can be detained for any amount of time they decide is right for the situation, or you can disappear. You also could be executed. ICE is openly killing people in the streets and in their detention centers. We often see Democrats from congress trying to flex their oversight duties. They will create a quick video of being turned away from a detention center, so we have  yet to address the horrible conditions in the detention centers. They are operating with no oversight. I understand that the Republicans hold immense power in congress, but they don’t hold all the power. Americans have yet to see any real fight from the Democrats and that’s why we could still lose everything in the Midterms.<br /> <br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br /><a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />My Youtube Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Video Credit - Jeffries Asked About Some Dems Voting For DHS Funding: 'Is The Democratic Tent Big Enough?' Forbes <a href="https://www.yout.com/watch?v=5-KTawW4DSk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.yout.com/watch?v=5-KTawW4DSk</a><br /><br />Video Credit - For-profit prison companies are making record profits... @RepJoeNeguse  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GzYOD3cGsbw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GzYOD3cGsbw</a><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69582786</guid><pubDate>Sun, 25 Jan 2026 18:40:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69582786/whatsupwiththedemocrats.mp3" length="37860796" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/de77ddeb-cc76-4d83-94c5-aaf69d35425e/de77ddeb-cc76-4d83-94c5-aaf69d35425e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/de77ddeb-cc76-4d83-94c5-aaf69d35425e/de77ddeb-cc76-4d83-94c5-aaf69d35425e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/de77ddeb-cc76-4d83-94c5-aaf69d35425e/de77ddeb-cc76-4d83-94c5-aaf69d35425e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>January 24, 2026 - What's up with the Democrats?

Links in the bio

The Democrats Don’t Know How to Fight? 

How do we know if Democrats actually want to win in the midterms?  I don’t see it. I don’t see any leadership from the Democrats. The...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[January 24, 2026 - What's up with the Democrats?<br /><br /><i><b>Links in the bio</b></i><br /><br />The Democrats Don’t Know How to Fight? <br /><br />How do we know if Democrats actually want to win in the midterms?  I don’t see it. I don’t see any leadership from the Democrats. The Republicans are now running a mass deportation program using the Customs and Border Patrol and ICE. Both of those organizations are running all over the country and without any regards for rights that are guaranteed in the constitution, They are disappearing immigrants, and citizens. You could be an American citizen, driving home from work and they can just pull your car over, and demand that you prove that you are an American citizen. If you refuse, they can bust your windows, drag you out of your car, and pepper spray you and your passengers. You will most definitely have a gun pointed at you for kicks and giggles. Worst case scenario, you can be detained for any amount of time they decide is right for the situation, or you can disappear. You also could be executed. ICE is openly killing people in the streets and in their detention centers. We often see Democrats from congress trying to flex their oversight duties. They will create a quick video of being turned away from a detention center, so we have  yet to address the horrible conditions in the detention centers. They are operating with no oversight. I understand that the Republicans hold immense power in congress, but they don’t hold all the power. Americans have yet to see any real fight from the Democrats and that’s why we could still lose everything in the Midterms.<br /> <br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br /><a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />My Youtube Channel <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr</a><br /><br />Video Credit - Jeffries Asked About Some Dems Voting For DHS Funding: 'Is The Democratic Tent Big Enough?' Forbes <a href="https://www.yout.com/watch?v=5-KTawW4DSk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.yout.com/watch?v=5-KTawW4DSk</a><br /><br />Video Credit - For-profit prison companies are making record profits... @RepJoeNeguse  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GzYOD3cGsbw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/GzYOD3cGsbw</a><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2367</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>January 20, 2026 - Dude, We Are Not Ok!</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/january-20-2026-dude-we-are-not-ok--69532177</link><description><![CDATA[Is American 2.0 loading…?<br /><br />I don’t know what to call what we are seeing. We are seeing poorly trained ICE agents, and extremely violent Customs And Border Patrol federal agents, being allowed or maybe ordered to violate as many constitutional rights as possible when interacting with the public in Minnesota. It seems like their mission has been upgraded to some type of Executive Branch Enforcement agency that’s fully immune from any types of laws or restraints. They are allowed to stop whoever they want to stop and ask you for your identification, to prove to them that you are a citizen or you are in some way permitted to be in this country. As a citizen of the United States, we did not have to prove our citizenship to anyone, unless there was probable cause. We did not have to present identification to any officer on any level that decided to check our identification. We all treated each other for the most part as just another American.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Video Credit - VIRAL: ICE caught pulling SHOCKING move against seniorBrian Tyler Cohen<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmpx4Wgx4co" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmpx4Wgx4co</a><br /><br />Video Credit  - Marc Lamont Hill Reacts To The Murder Of Renee Nicole Good By An ICE AgentJoe Budden TV<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNRb2fjpsO8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNRb2fjpsO8</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69532177</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 14:28:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69532177/dude_we_are_not_ok.mp3" length="29431328" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/26d9c343-9038-440c-b43e-422bdc1a9ce9/26d9c343-9038-440c-b43e-422bdc1a9ce9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/26d9c343-9038-440c-b43e-422bdc1a9ce9/26d9c343-9038-440c-b43e-422bdc1a9ce9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/26d9c343-9038-440c-b43e-422bdc1a9ce9/26d9c343-9038-440c-b43e-422bdc1a9ce9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Is American 2.0 loading…?

I don’t know what to call what we are seeing. We are seeing poorly trained ICE agents, and extremely violent Customs And Border Patrol federal agents, being allowed or maybe ordered to violate as many constitutional rights...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Is American 2.0 loading…?<br /><br />I don’t know what to call what we are seeing. We are seeing poorly trained ICE agents, and extremely violent Customs And Border Patrol federal agents, being allowed or maybe ordered to violate as many constitutional rights as possible when interacting with the public in Minnesota. It seems like their mission has been upgraded to some type of Executive Branch Enforcement agency that’s fully immune from any types of laws or restraints. They are allowed to stop whoever they want to stop and ask you for your identification, to prove to them that you are a citizen or you are in some way permitted to be in this country. As a citizen of the United States, we did not have to prove our citizenship to anyone, unless there was probable cause. We did not have to present identification to any officer on any level that decided to check our identification. We all treated each other for the most part as just another American.<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a><br /><br />Video Credit - VIRAL: ICE caught pulling SHOCKING move against seniorBrian Tyler Cohen<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmpx4Wgx4co" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cmpx4Wgx4co</a><br /><br />Video Credit  - Marc Lamont Hill Reacts To The Murder Of Renee Nicole Good By An ICE AgentJoe Budden TV<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNRb2fjpsO8" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XNRb2fjpsO8</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1840</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>January 15, 2026 - To Protect and Defend the Constitution? We still have a constitution?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/january-15-2026-to-protect-and-defend-the-constitution-we-still-have-a-constitution--69471967</link><description><![CDATA[anuary 15, 2026 - To Protect and Defend the Constitution? <br /><br />We have a constitution?<br /><br />Once upon a time before Barack Obama was elected to be the 44th president of the United States everyone seemed to agree that America was a country of laws and those laws all were deemed to be legitimate and enforceable because they were interpreted to be in alignment with our Constitution. Ultimately the Constitution is the law of the land. If any American citizen doesn’t like a law on the federal or state level, they have the ability to  take that law all the way up to the Supreme Court and the Supreme Court  justices get to judge whether the law is constitutional or unconstitutional. Does that law align with the Constitution? That’s been the bedrock of our judicial system for as long as I can remember. That all seemed to change after Obama was elected. Once a Black man was elected to the highest office in the land, and completed two very successful terms everything changed. The constitution was no longer good enough for a distinct  group of Americans, and now we are up against their idea of a revolution.<br /><br /><b>Remember Their Names</b><br />Keith Porter<br />Renee Nicole Good<br /><br />Essays<br />-What’s next for the land of the free and the home of the brave?<br />-When Your Country No Longer Feels Like Your Country<br />-We are being played again?<br />-To Protect and Defend The Constitution?<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br /><a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69471967</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 20:01:02 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69471967/january_15_2026_to_protect_and_defend_the_constitution_audio_only.mp3" length="64892657" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/709f84b0-39a6-4aeb-81e9-749cd33cd99a/709f84b0-39a6-4aeb-81e9-749cd33cd99a.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/709f84b0-39a6-4aeb-81e9-749cd33cd99a/709f84b0-39a6-4aeb-81e9-749cd33cd99a.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/709f84b0-39a6-4aeb-81e9-749cd33cd99a/709f84b0-39a6-4aeb-81e9-749cd33cd99a.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>anuary 15, 2026 - To Protect and Defend the Constitution? 

We have a constitution?

Once upon a time before Barack Obama was elected to be the 44th president of the United States everyone seemed to agree that America was a country of laws and those...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[anuary 15, 2026 - To Protect and Defend the Constitution? <br /><br />We have a constitution?<br /><br />Once upon a time before Barack Obama was elected to be the 44th president of the United States everyone seemed to agree that America was a country of laws and those laws all were deemed to be legitimate and enforceable because they were interpreted to be in alignment with our Constitution. Ultimately the Constitution is the law of the land. If any American citizen doesn’t like a law on the federal or state level, they have the ability to  take that law all the way up to the Supreme Court and the Supreme Court  justices get to judge whether the law is constitutional or unconstitutional. Does that law align with the Constitution? That’s been the bedrock of our judicial system for as long as I can remember. That all seemed to change after Obama was elected. Once a Black man was elected to the highest office in the land, and completed two very successful terms everything changed. The constitution was no longer good enough for a distinct  group of Americans, and now we are up against their idea of a revolution.<br /><br /><b>Remember Their Names</b><br />Keith Porter<br />Renee Nicole Good<br /><br />Essays<br />-What’s next for the land of the free and the home of the brave?<br />-When Your Country No Longer Feels Like Your Country<br />-We are being played again?<br />-To Protect and Defend The Constitution?<br /><br />My Substack - Please do me a solid and Subscribe - It's Free!<br /><a href="https://transparentconvos.substack.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://transparentconvos.substack.com/</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4056</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>3</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>January 11, 2028 - We Are Being Played Again?</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/january-11-2028-we-are-being-played-again--69405315</link><description><![CDATA[January 11, 2028 - We Are Being Played Again? <br /><br />Why are we all upset at each other online? What’s up with the Maga trolls that seem to want to comment under every liberal, progressive, good news post on social media? It seems to never fail that one will always show up and attempt to say the most vile and inflammatory remarks<br /><br />Over 1000 Deaths and Counting  - The Regime is on a Roll!<br /> <br />Essays-What’s next for the land of the free and the home of the brave?-When Your Country No Longer Feels Like Your Country-Are We Being Played Again<br /> <a href="https://calvinpiercejr769808.substack.com/profile/posts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://calvinpiercejr769808.substack.com/profile/posts</a><br /><br />Video Credit - Foreign Actors Turned a Tragedy Into an Information WeaponRyan McBeth <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_crFFBfnJo&amp;t=3s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_crFFBfnJo&amp;t=3s</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69405315</guid><pubDate>Mon, 12 Jan 2026 18:13:22 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69405315/we_are_being_played_audio_only.mp3" length="36403791" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cb423d73-59cf-409c-a50f-d451c32eba79/cb423d73-59cf-409c-a50f-d451c32eba79.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cb423d73-59cf-409c-a50f-d451c32eba79/cb423d73-59cf-409c-a50f-d451c32eba79.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/cb423d73-59cf-409c-a50f-d451c32eba79/cb423d73-59cf-409c-a50f-d451c32eba79.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>January 11, 2028 - We Are Being Played Again? 

Why are we all upset at each other online? What’s up with the Maga trolls that seem to want to comment under every liberal, progressive, good news post on social media? It seems to never fail that one...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[January 11, 2028 - We Are Being Played Again? <br /><br />Why are we all upset at each other online? What’s up with the Maga trolls that seem to want to comment under every liberal, progressive, good news post on social media? It seems to never fail that one will always show up and attempt to say the most vile and inflammatory remarks<br /><br />Over 1000 Deaths and Counting  - The Regime is on a Roll!<br /> <br />Essays-What’s next for the land of the free and the home of the brave?-When Your Country No Longer Feels Like Your Country-Are We Being Played Again<br /> <a href="https://calvinpiercejr769808.substack.com/profile/posts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://calvinpiercejr769808.substack.com/profile/posts</a><br /><br />Video Credit - Foreign Actors Turned a Tragedy Into an Information WeaponRyan McBeth <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_crFFBfnJo&amp;t=3s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x_crFFBfnJo&amp;t=3s</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2276</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>January 8, 2026 - ICE Shooting - Renee Nicole Good</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/january-8-2026-ice-shooting-renee-nicole-good--69371406</link><description><![CDATA[May 8, 2025 - ICE Shooting - Renee Nicole Good<br /><br />They are telling us not to believe what we saw! Renee Nicole Good was murdered by an Ice Agent.<br /><br />Essays<br />-What’s next for the land of the free and the home of the brave?<br />-When Your Country No Longer Feels Like Your Country<br /><br />Video Credit - Steve Schmidt: ICE Murdered an American Citizen. Who’s Next? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hB8P8a7yT4&amp;t=197s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hB8P8a7yT4&amp;t=197s</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/69371406</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 14:13:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/69371406/ice_murders_an_american_citizen_audio.mp3" length="33485276" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/edee1228-d5f4-4466-bdba-ec333ea72c8d/edee1228-d5f4-4466-bdba-ec333ea72c8d.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/edee1228-d5f4-4466-bdba-ec333ea72c8d/edee1228-d5f4-4466-bdba-ec333ea72c8d.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/edee1228-d5f4-4466-bdba-ec333ea72c8d/edee1228-d5f4-4466-bdba-ec333ea72c8d.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>May 8, 2025 - ICE Shooting - Renee Nicole Good

They are telling us not to believe what we saw! Renee Nicole Good was murdered by an Ice Agent.

Essays
-What’s next for the land of the free and the home of the brave?
-When Your Country No Longer Feels...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[May 8, 2025 - ICE Shooting - Renee Nicole Good<br /><br />They are telling us not to believe what we saw! Renee Nicole Good was murdered by an Ice Agent.<br /><br />Essays<br />-What’s next for the land of the free and the home of the brave?<br />-When Your Country No Longer Feels Like Your Country<br /><br />Video Credit - Steve Schmidt: ICE Murdered an American Citizen. Who’s Next? <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hB8P8a7yT4&amp;t=197s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8hB8P8a7yT4&amp;t=197s</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2093</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>What's Next for the land of free and the home of the brave? - Episode 2</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-next-for-the-land-of-free-and-the-home-of-the-brave-episode-2--67008537</link><description><![CDATA[Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes - What's Next for the land of free and the home of the brave? - Episode 2 <br /><br />Opening - This is not Transparent Conversations - Elevated Exchanges - This Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes<br /><br />This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />The Monologue!<br /><br />What's Next for the land of free and the home of the brave?<br /><br />I personally have no idea, but I do know that I've lost all trust in my fellow Americans, until I know them personally. There's just too many miserable, angry, and lonely people to just open yourself up to negative energy.  I do know that whatever comes next,  we will have to live in such a way that we know that this can and probably will happen again. I do know that we can no longer trust in our American institutions. If allowing a convicted felon to run and become the leader of this country is our new reality,   I no longer believe in all the lies that we have been fed since birth. It was all propaganda to gain our compliance.<br /> <br />I still believe that character matters and it's not about what I hear a person say, it's about how they move.<br /><br />I will move to build up my community and position us in a way that we will never have to rely on this system of exploitative capitalism to meet all of our needs. Community matters!  I still believe in a well regulated capitalistic system but this free for all exploitative capitalistic system will fail in the end. Either we all rise together or as we now know the enemies in our country will burn everything down to the ground. There is no substitute for teaching real critical thinking skills to our kids. As they Faith without works is dead .<br /><br />The truth is that there are people above the law. It's no longer a conspiracy theory. It is now just a fact. We see it daily as a convicted felon has taken over our government. An entire party has pledged nothing but complete obedience to him and the Supreme Court is simply letting our rights be violated daily. Character no longer matters to some.<br /><br />If you believe that masked men running around our country snatching brown people off the streets for whatever reason is Okay!, you are the real and present danger to everything that once made America great.  Also for the ones that are fine with carrying out clearly illegal orders, You are not my fellow Americans. <br /><br />Whatever happens in the next four years, we have to always be ready to take care of ourselves. No one is coming to save us.<br /><br />For me, I've determined that one of the most dangerous things that can happen to you in your lifetime is getting caught up into the wrong ideology.<br /><br />Be true to yourself, and always follow your own true North. <br /><br />Good Luck to us all!<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video -  Reposted from @victoria_comedian Happy Independence Day!May the U.S. one day liberate itself… from itself 🇺🇸<br />💥 Who should lead the mission to liberate the U.S. from the U.S.?<br />#July4th #PoliticalSatire #AmericaExplained #IndependenceDay #viralreels #DryHumor #comedy <br />Second Video -  Reposted from @redstateupdate Trump's Immigration Stance: No Amnesty, Ownership?We delve into the implications of Trump's stance on immigration, ownership, and the labor force. Our analysis reveals the nuances of 'amnesty,' 'mass deportation,' and the potential for exploitation. We explore the concerns surrounding the food supply and the differing perspectives on immigration policies.  #Trump #Immigration #Politics #Amnesty #Deportation #Labor #USPolitics #News #Policy #Debate <br /><br /><br />Third Video - Reposted from @ryshead I didn’t know I needed Sarah Cooper back in my life, but I sure am glad she popped back on my page. <br />Source: @sarahcpr <br />#ryanarmy #holdthemic #america #news #usa #trump #viral #vote #podcast #youtube #youtuber #reels #shorts #political #politics #politicalCommentary #tucson #arizona <br /><br />Food For Thought-Nipsey<br /><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br />iHeart<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67008537</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Jul 2025 02:15:38 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/67008537/transparent_conversations_quick_takes_what_s_next_for_the_land_of_free_and_the_home_of_the_brave_episode_2.mp3" length="36346670" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d3f33af-fbbe-4449-9303-9effc3e3abda/7d3f33af-fbbe-4449-9303-9effc3e3abda.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d3f33af-fbbe-4449-9303-9effc3e3abda/7d3f33af-fbbe-4449-9303-9effc3e3abda.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7d3f33af-fbbe-4449-9303-9effc3e3abda/7d3f33af-fbbe-4449-9303-9effc3e3abda.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes - What's Next for the land of free and the home of the brave? - Episode 2 

Opening - This is not Transparent Conversations - Elevated Exchanges - This Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes

This is me CPJR...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes - What's Next for the land of free and the home of the brave? - Episode 2 <br /><br />Opening - This is not Transparent Conversations - Elevated Exchanges - This Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes<br /><br />This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />The Monologue!<br /><br />What's Next for the land of free and the home of the brave?<br /><br />I personally have no idea, but I do know that I've lost all trust in my fellow Americans, until I know them personally. There's just too many miserable, angry, and lonely people to just open yourself up to negative energy.  I do know that whatever comes next,  we will have to live in such a way that we know that this can and probably will happen again. I do know that we can no longer trust in our American institutions. If allowing a convicted felon to run and become the leader of this country is our new reality,   I no longer believe in all the lies that we have been fed since birth. It was all propaganda to gain our compliance.<br /> <br />I still believe that character matters and it's not about what I hear a person say, it's about how they move.<br /><br />I will move to build up my community and position us in a way that we will never have to rely on this system of exploitative capitalism to meet all of our needs. Community matters!  I still believe in a well regulated capitalistic system but this free for all exploitative capitalistic system will fail in the end. Either we all rise together or as we now know the enemies in our country will burn everything down to the ground. There is no substitute for teaching real critical thinking skills to our kids. As they Faith without works is dead .<br /><br />The truth is that there are people above the law. It's no longer a conspiracy theory. It is now just a fact. We see it daily as a convicted felon has taken over our government. An entire party has pledged nothing but complete obedience to him and the Supreme Court is simply letting our rights be violated daily. Character no longer matters to some.<br /><br />If you believe that masked men running around our country snatching brown people off the streets for whatever reason is Okay!, you are the real and present danger to everything that once made America great.  Also for the ones that are fine with carrying out clearly illegal orders, You are not my fellow Americans. <br /><br />Whatever happens in the next four years, we have to always be ready to take care of ourselves. No one is coming to save us.<br /><br />For me, I've determined that one of the most dangerous things that can happen to you in your lifetime is getting caught up into the wrong ideology.<br /><br />Be true to yourself, and always follow your own true North. <br /><br />Good Luck to us all!<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video -  Reposted from @victoria_comedian Happy Independence Day!May the U.S. one day liberate itself… from itself 🇺🇸<br />💥 Who should lead the mission to liberate the U.S. from the U.S.?<br />#July4th #PoliticalSatire #AmericaExplained #IndependenceDay #viralreels #DryHumor #comedy <br />Second Video -  Reposted from @redstateupdate Trump's Immigration Stance: No Amnesty, Ownership?We delve into the implications of Trump's stance on immigration, ownership, and the labor force. Our analysis reveals the nuances of 'amnesty,' 'mass deportation,' and the potential for exploitation. We explore the concerns surrounding the food supply and the differing perspectives on immigration policies.  #Trump #Immigration #Politics #Amnesty #Deportation #Labor #USPolitics #News #Policy #Debate <br /><br /><br />Third Video - Reposted from @ryshead I didn’t know I needed Sarah Cooper back in my life, but I sure am glad she popped back on my page. <br />Source: @sarahcpr <br />#ryanarmy #holdthemic #america #news #usa #trump #viral #vote #podcast #youtube #youtuber #reels #shorts #political...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2272</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Is history even important in this country? -  Episode 104</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-history-even-important-in-this-country-episode-104--66921805</link><description><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! <br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br /><b>First Video</b> - Reposted from @roryscovel Not worth it…<br />#church #goingtochurch #religionkills #standup #comedy #biblejokes<br /><br /><b>Second Video</b> -  Reposted from @lataco Adrian Andrew Martinez, the 20-year-old U.S. citizen that was arrested by ICE while working at Walmart, sits down with our reporter, @chularadio , to give us insights into what he experienced. Amongst the new revelations, he shares that he was fired by Walmart.<br /><br />@themillerlaw<br /><br /><b>Third Video</b> - Reposted from @kelliesnider.art Same Bible. Two Americas.One taught obedience. One promised power.Both still echo today—in the churches, in the politics, in the cults.✊🏽 Follow for more truth.📚 Next up: Reconstruction’s betrayal. #StayCurious #OneBibleTwoAmericas #FaithAndPower #BlackHistory #MAGA #ReligiousTrauma <br /><br /><b>Fourth Video</b> - Reposted from @joyreidshow Joy Breaks down the History of Gator Bait#joyreidshow #thejoyreidshow<br /><br /><b>Fifth Video</b> - Reposted from @amandasmildtakes NOT TOUCHING CAN’T GET MAD #americanhistory #history  <br /><br />Food For Thought<br />-@HikeandClimb263<br />Let’s explore Honde Valley together ✨⛺️8-10 August #hikeandclimb263 #travel #fun #fyp #vibes #viralBroski · Joyner Lucas<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/BEaHEdix_LU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/BEaHEdix_LU</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />iHeart<br /><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66921805</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 02:49:05 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66921805/transparent_conversations_quick_takes_is_history_even_important_in_this_country_episode_104.mp3" length="59829327" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/06ce1bb0-718c-4713-a953-a96abd2d67ea/06ce1bb0-718c-4713-a953-a96abd2d67ea.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/06ce1bb0-718c-4713-a953-a96abd2d67ea/06ce1bb0-718c-4713-a953-a96abd2d67ea.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/06ce1bb0-718c-4713-a953-a96abd2d67ea/06ce1bb0-718c-4713-a953-a96abd2d67ea.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! 
Let’s get to it!

First Video - Reposted from @roryscovel Not worth it…
#church #goingtochurch #religionkills #standup #comedy #biblejokes

Second Video -  Reposted...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! <br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br /><b>First Video</b> - Reposted from @roryscovel Not worth it…<br />#church #goingtochurch #religionkills #standup #comedy #biblejokes<br /><br /><b>Second Video</b> -  Reposted from @lataco Adrian Andrew Martinez, the 20-year-old U.S. citizen that was arrested by ICE while working at Walmart, sits down with our reporter, @chularadio , to give us insights into what he experienced. Amongst the new revelations, he shares that he was fired by Walmart.<br /><br />@themillerlaw<br /><br /><b>Third Video</b> - Reposted from @kelliesnider.art Same Bible. Two Americas.One taught obedience. One promised power.Both still echo today—in the churches, in the politics, in the cults.✊🏽 Follow for more truth.📚 Next up: Reconstruction’s betrayal. #StayCurious #OneBibleTwoAmericas #FaithAndPower #BlackHistory #MAGA #ReligiousTrauma <br /><br /><b>Fourth Video</b> - Reposted from @joyreidshow Joy Breaks down the History of Gator Bait#joyreidshow #thejoyreidshow<br /><br /><b>Fifth Video</b> - Reposted from @amandasmildtakes NOT TOUCHING CAN’T GET MAD #americanhistory #history  <br /><br />Food For Thought<br />-@HikeandClimb263<br />Let’s explore Honde Valley together ✨⛺️8-10 August #hikeandclimb263 #travel #fun #fyp #vibes #viralBroski · Joyner Lucas<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/BEaHEdix_LU" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/BEaHEdix_LU</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />iHeart<br /><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3740</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>104</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes - We Have A Reality TV Problem! - Do we even know what’s real anymore -  Episode 102</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/transparent-conversations-quick-takes-we-have-a-reality-tv-problem-do-we-even-know-what-s-real-anymore-episode-102--66892573</link><description><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />-Why?<br /><br />I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.<br />-Insert Monologue Here, But get The likes and subscribes out of the way.<br /><br />Please Like Share and Subscribe<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video<br /> - Safaree, DJ Self and Joe Budden meet to discuss Safaree going off on social media after DJ Self said Cardi B’s 'Invasion of Privacy' album was better than Nicki Minaj’s 'Queen'.<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41IroqKOLA4&amp;t=2s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41IroqKOLA4&amp;t=2s</a><br /><br /><br />Second Video<br />-  Reposted from @amandalitm Three thoughts on the future of the Democratic party in this moment:<br />1) The establishment is not unbeatable - only unchallenged <br />2) If Dem leaders don’t get behind Mamdani, they will be why people don’t trust the party. <br />3) Change is coming, like it or not! Watch all the way for updated @runforsomethingnow recruitment numbers as of 8am on Saturday 😈😈<br /><br />Third Video<br />- Ezra Klein -  Reposted from @hmdk @ezraklein on Republican personality transplants <br /><br />Fourth Video<br /> - Posted @withregram • @tonycali2026<br /><br />Fifth Video<br /> -Reposted from @voteinorout Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Chris Hedges labels #DonaldTrump as a “con artist,” “demagogue,” and “grifter,” arguing that his modus operandi is entirely transactional and devoid of moral or intellectual depth. Hedges draws historical parallels, stating that Trump and his entourage evoke the “buffoonish thugs” of Weimar-era Nazis and the opportunistic leaders of Tito’s decayed Yugoslavia—“mediocrity’s goons.” He warns that this familiar pattern heralds danger for democratic institutions and civic norms, as charismatic authoritarian figures exploit social and political decay for personal gain and power consolidation.<br />Broadcast on Robinson’s Podcast #249 in early 2025, Hedges situates Trump within a broader rise of what he calls “American fascism,” alongside other powerful influencers like Elon Musk and Christian nationalist movements. He emphasizes that Trump’s rise is symptomatic of deep structural erosion—economic inequality, media manipulation, and weakening civic bonds. The danger, Hedges asserts, is that Trump doesn’t just reflect existing tribalism; he amplifies and weaponizes it. By likening Trump to historical authoritarian archetypes, Hedges urges listeners to recognize how elites—self-styled saviors—destroy democratic structures under the guise of populism.<br />#ChrisHedges #DonaldTrump #AmericanFascism #Grifter #Demagogue #Weimar #Yugoslavia #ElonMusk #ChristianNationalism #MediaManipulation #DemocraticErosion<br />—<br />#chrishedges #donaldtrump #trump #uspolitics #grifter <br />Full Episode: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnP47bZfX3E" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnP47bZfX3E</a><br />Chris’s latest book is A Genocide Foretold (Penguin Random House, 2025). Chris’s YouTube Channel: <a href="https://youtube.com/@ChrisHedgesChannel?si=XIMAFyQFmWGoYyuO" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtube.com/@ChrisHedgesChannel?si=XIMAFyQFmWGoYyuO</a>The Chris Hedges Report Substack: ⁠<a href="https://about" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://chrishedges.substack.com⁠</a>A Genocide Foretold: ⁠<a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/786808/a-genocide-foretold-by-chris-hedges/%E2%81%A0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/786808/a-genocide-foretold-by-chris-hedges/⁠</a><br />Robinson’s Website: ⁠<a href="https://about" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://robinsonerhardt.com⁠</a>Robinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University. repost @robinsonerhardt<br />Help this information get to more voters. 🇺🇸 A well-informed electorate is a prerequisite to Democracy.—Thomas Jefferson <br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Food For Thought<br /> - Reposted from @thequeenmakerofficial 🔥 Your greatest weakness is the source of ALL your biggest problems.<br />Masculinity isn't just existing as a male - it's about having the willpower to say NO when your nature says yes.<br />Your nature - the default, undisciplined part of you - that's actually your feminine aspect. It just reacts to whatever feels good in the moment.<br />True masculinity? That's when you override those impulses with intention and purpose.<br />It's the difference between being dragged by your desires and directing them with discipline.<br />Save this if you're ready to stop being controlled by your weaknesses and start mastering them instead.<br />What's the one impulse you need to gain control over today? Drop it in the comments. 👇<br />#WillpowerWins #MasculineEnergy #SelfDiscipline <br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />iHeart<br /><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66892573</guid><pubDate>Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:57:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66892573/transparent_conversations_quick_takes_we_have_a_reality_tv_problem_do_we_even_know_what_s_real_anymore_episode_102.mp3" length="51336032" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/49a45449-1c94-4ee4-9746-34415d44e0bb/49a45449-1c94-4ee4-9746-34415d44e0bb.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/49a45449-1c94-4ee4-9746-34415d44e0bb/49a45449-1c94-4ee4-9746-34415d44e0bb.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/49a45449-1c94-4ee4-9746-34415d44e0bb/49a45449-1c94-4ee4-9746-34415d44e0bb.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!

-Why?

I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.
-Insert Monologue Here, But get The likes and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />-Why?<br /><br />I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.<br />-Insert Monologue Here, But get The likes and subscribes out of the way.<br /><br />Please Like Share and Subscribe<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video<br /> - Safaree, DJ Self and Joe Budden meet to discuss Safaree going off on social media after DJ Self said Cardi B’s 'Invasion of Privacy' album was better than Nicki Minaj’s 'Queen'.<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41IroqKOLA4&amp;t=2s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41IroqKOLA4&amp;t=2s</a><br /><br /><br />Second Video<br />-  Reposted from @amandalitm Three thoughts on the future of the Democratic party in this moment:<br />1) The establishment is not unbeatable - only unchallenged <br />2) If Dem leaders don’t get behind Mamdani, they will be why people don’t trust the party. <br />3) Change is coming, like it or not! Watch all the way for updated @runforsomethingnow recruitment numbers as of 8am on Saturday 😈😈<br /><br />Third Video<br />- Ezra Klein -  Reposted from @hmdk @ezraklein on Republican personality transplants <br /><br />Fourth Video<br /> - Posted @withregram • @tonycali2026<br /><br />Fifth Video<br /> -Reposted from @voteinorout Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Chris Hedges labels #DonaldTrump as a “con artist,” “demagogue,” and “grifter,” arguing that his modus operandi is entirely transactional and devoid of moral or intellectual depth. Hedges draws historical parallels, stating that Trump and his entourage evoke the “buffoonish thugs” of Weimar-era Nazis and the opportunistic leaders of Tito’s decayed Yugoslavia—“mediocrity’s goons.” He warns that this familiar pattern heralds danger for democratic institutions and civic norms, as charismatic authoritarian figures exploit social and political decay for personal gain and power consolidation.<br />Broadcast on Robinson’s Podcast #249 in early 2025, Hedges situates Trump within a broader rise of what he calls “American fascism,” alongside other powerful influencers like Elon Musk and Christian nationalist movements. He emphasizes that Trump’s rise is symptomatic of deep structural erosion—economic inequality, media manipulation, and weakening civic bonds. The danger, Hedges asserts, is that Trump doesn’t just reflect existing tribalism; he amplifies and weaponizes it. By likening Trump to historical authoritarian archetypes, Hedges urges listeners to recognize how elites—self-styled saviors—destroy democratic structures under the guise of populism.<br />#ChrisHedges #DonaldTrump #AmericanFascism #Grifter #Demagogue #Weimar #Yugoslavia #ElonMusk #ChristianNationalism #MediaManipulation #DemocraticErosion<br />—<br />#chrishedges #donaldtrump #trump #uspolitics #grifter <br />Full Episode: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnP47bZfX3E" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnP47bZfX3E</a><br />Chris’s latest book is A Genocide Foretold (Penguin Random House, 2025). Chris’s YouTube Channel: <a href="https://youtube.com/@ChrisHedgesChannel?si=XIMAFyQFmWGoYyuO" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtube.com/@ChrisHedgesChannel?si=XIMAFyQFmWGoYyuO</a>The Chris Hedges Report Substack: ⁠<a href="https://about" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://chrishedges.substack.com⁠</a>A Genocide Foretold: ⁠<a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/786808/a-genocide-foretold-by-chris-hedges/%E2%81%A0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/786808/a-genocide-foretold-by-chris-hedges/⁠</a><br />Robinson’s Website: ⁠<a href="https://about" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://robinsonerhardt.com⁠</a>Robinson Erhardt researches symbolic logic and the foundations of mathematics at Stanford University....]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3209</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>102</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes - We have a Black Celebrity Problem -  Episodes 97</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/transparent-conversations-quick-takes-we-have-a-black-celebrity-problem-episodes-97--66845685</link><description><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />-Why?<br /><br />I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.<br /><br />Please Like Share and Subscribe<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video<br />- Dan Docimo - Comedian <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLhsYppAUbp/?igsh=ZGhpc2t5OHltMnhm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLhsYppAUbp/?igsh=ZGhpc2t5OHltMnhm</a><br /><br /><br />Second Video<br />-Reposted from @2rawtooreal Nelly needs to keep VP Kamala Harris’s name out of his mouth #NELLY #kamalaharris #shaderoom <br /><br />Third Video<br /><br />- 50 Cent  Calls Out New York's New Mayor Zohran Mamdani For His Tax Policies Plan 'Im Not Fan Of You'<br />🔔 Subscribe for more videos :     / hiphoptvwhy  ​<br />✔️DJ WHY presents his group Three6Nine :     • 369 - "PIGGY" (Officia...  ​<br />✔️ WHY TV : Merchandise <a href="https://about" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://my-store-d9280...​</a><br />✔️WHY SHOW  with Marjae Angel :     • Tupac Brother Mopreme ...  ​<br />✔️Intro|Outro Beat Made By DJ WHY <br />🔔For More Content And Info Follow Us @hiphoptvhy  Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing<br />✅ Business Inquiries: Message Us On Channel  Or DM in Instagram#whytv​ #50cent​ #zohranmamdani​<br /><br />Fourth Video<br /><br /> - Reposted from @advocacyantics Maybe it’s time for DoorDash to create a legitimate business plan that complies with the law rather than seeking to destroy it 😇📣<br />A massive thank you to @subwaytakes for using their platform to interview @zohrankmamdani on this topic 🚈🎙️ Thank you to @dreamfornyc for sharing the pamphlets that voters were receiving to raise awareness of this disinformation ✊⚖️<br />#politics#politicsnews#zohranmamdani#internationalnews#democracyinaction#fightforfreedom <br /><br />Fifth Video<br /><br />- Reposted from @mypathforward2024 #DonaldTrump I hope Trump supporters are happy that the big beautiful Bill is getting past even though it’s not gonna help out any of the Trump supporters because 99% of them are metal class <br /><br />Food For Thought<br /><br /> - Kevin Gates: No Weapon Formed Against Me Shall Prosper! 🙏 | ‪@revolt‬<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0-QaRVlf40s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0-QaRVlf40s</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />iHeart<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66845685</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jul 2025 03:05:08 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66845685/transparent_conversations_quick_takes_we_have_a_black_celebrity_problem_episodes_97.mp3" length="67498024" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/967f6b56-abb6-4026-86bf-c92038c25e93/967f6b56-abb6-4026-86bf-c92038c25e93.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/967f6b56-abb6-4026-86bf-c92038c25e93/967f6b56-abb6-4026-86bf-c92038c25e93.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/967f6b56-abb6-4026-86bf-c92038c25e93/967f6b56-abb6-4026-86bf-c92038c25e93.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!

-Why?

I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.

Please Like Share and Subscribe

Let’s get to it!...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />-Why?<br /><br />I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.<br /><br />Please Like Share and Subscribe<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video<br />- Dan Docimo - Comedian <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLhsYppAUbp/?igsh=ZGhpc2t5OHltMnhm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.instagram.com/reel/DLhsYppAUbp/?igsh=ZGhpc2t5OHltMnhm</a><br /><br /><br />Second Video<br />-Reposted from @2rawtooreal Nelly needs to keep VP Kamala Harris’s name out of his mouth #NELLY #kamalaharris #shaderoom <br /><br />Third Video<br /><br />- 50 Cent  Calls Out New York's New Mayor Zohran Mamdani For His Tax Policies Plan 'Im Not Fan Of You'<br />🔔 Subscribe for more videos :     / hiphoptvwhy  ​<br />✔️DJ WHY presents his group Three6Nine :     • 369 - "PIGGY" (Officia...  ​<br />✔️ WHY TV : Merchandise <a href="https://about" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://my-store-d9280...​</a><br />✔️WHY SHOW  with Marjae Angel :     • Tupac Brother Mopreme ...  ​<br />✔️Intro|Outro Beat Made By DJ WHY <br />🔔For More Content And Info Follow Us @hiphoptvhy  Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing<br />✅ Business Inquiries: Message Us On Channel  Or DM in Instagram#whytv​ #50cent​ #zohranmamdani​<br /><br />Fourth Video<br /><br /> - Reposted from @advocacyantics Maybe it’s time for DoorDash to create a legitimate business plan that complies with the law rather than seeking to destroy it 😇📣<br />A massive thank you to @subwaytakes for using their platform to interview @zohrankmamdani on this topic 🚈🎙️ Thank you to @dreamfornyc for sharing the pamphlets that voters were receiving to raise awareness of this disinformation ✊⚖️<br />#politics#politicsnews#zohranmamdani#internationalnews#democracyinaction#fightforfreedom <br /><br />Fifth Video<br /><br />- Reposted from @mypathforward2024 #DonaldTrump I hope Trump supporters are happy that the big beautiful Bill is getting past even though it’s not gonna help out any of the Trump supporters because 99% of them are metal class <br /><br />Food For Thought<br /><br /> - Kevin Gates: No Weapon Formed Against Me Shall Prosper! 🙏 | ‪@revolt‬<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0-QaRVlf40s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/0-QaRVlf40s</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />iHeart<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a><br /><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4219</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>97</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Transparent Conversations - Quick Takes - Fascism In America - Episodes 95</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/transparent-conversations-quick-takes-fascism-in-america-episodes-95--66814233</link><description><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />-Why?<br /><br />I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video<br /> - Reposted from @oscar.foraday curiosity (n.) the hunger that leads you to plastic stools in faraway cities and to truths that taste bitter but stay with you.<br />The kind of appetite Anthony Bourdain never lost… until he did.<br />#anthonybourdain #cooking #chefslife #cook #reflection #journal #homecooking #food #foodie #grief #chefstalk #gastroart #culture #travel #writer #writersofinstagram #reels #explore #fyp<br /><br />Second Video<br />-  Reposted from @outtfoxed Hawk: Does MAGA Know That Our Tax Dollars Help ISRAEL Pay for Free HEALTHCARE &amp; Free COLLEGE!Interesting to learn that Elon Musk and DOGE didn't target elimination of U.S. taxpayers dollars to Israel! We delve into the allocation of U.S. taxpayer funds to Israel, revealing insights on free college, free healthcare and on-demand abortions. We explore how these funds are used within Israel's socialized system when the US government requires no strings attached to Israel's use of our tax dollars. And, let's not forget that MAGA is working to eliminate abortions in the U.S., and certainly wouldn't allow public funds to pay for abortions! So, what's up with letting Israel get away with that! We examine the details and expose the truth! #Israel #TaxDollars #Healthcare #Abortion #USForeignAid #USAID #SocializedMedicine #ElonMusk #DOGE #GovernmentSpending<br />  <br />Third Video<br />- Reposted from @meidastouch Heartless, cruel, and evil  <br />Fourth Video - Reposted from @occupydemocrats 🚨 NO BONUSES FOR KIDNAPPERS: Trump and Republicans Want to Give ICE Agents $42,000 Bonuses.<br />A resurfaced video of Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) is blowing up online — and here’s why you should care:<br />Back on May 20, Moskowitz revealed that Republicans snuck $858 million in ICE bonuses into their massive budget bill — giving each ICE agent an average of $42,000. That’s 17 times what the average American worker gets.<br />Now the Senate is preparing to vote — possibly this weekend — and that cash giveaway to ICE is still in the bill.<br />💡 Reminder:<br />ICE isn’t protecting families — they’re ripping them apart, separating children, raiding homes, and detaining people without due process. And now the GOP wants to reward them with your tax dollars?<br />📞 CALL TO ACTION:<br />Call your senators NOW.<br />Say it loud and clear:No bonuses for kidnappers.No $42K handouts for human rights abusers.No ICE enrichment in our name.  <br /><br /><br />Food For Thought<br /> - Winston Churchill - "If you're going through hell, KEEP GOING<br />"<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfnkEXMz4v0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfnkEXMz4v0</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br />iHeart<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66814233</guid><pubDate>Tue, 01 Jul 2025 01:48:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66814233/transparent_conversations_quick_takes_episodes_95.mp3" length="38976415" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d7307f2b-0f5e-4e30-833c-86af9f3ea8fc/d7307f2b-0f5e-4e30-833c-86af9f3ea8fc.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d7307f2b-0f5e-4e30-833c-86af9f3ea8fc/d7307f2b-0f5e-4e30-833c-86af9f3ea8fc.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d7307f2b-0f5e-4e30-833c-86af9f3ea8fc/d7307f2b-0f5e-4e30-833c-86af9f3ea8fc.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!

-Why?

I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.

Let’s get to it!

First Video
 - Reposted from...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This is me CPJR giving my quick thoughts on what the hell is going on in the World! DaFUQ!<br /><br />-Why?<br /><br />I either have too much going on to do my regular pod, or not enough going on to do my regular pod.<br /><br />Let’s get to it!<br /><br />First Video<br /> - Reposted from @oscar.foraday curiosity (n.) the hunger that leads you to plastic stools in faraway cities and to truths that taste bitter but stay with you.<br />The kind of appetite Anthony Bourdain never lost… until he did.<br />#anthonybourdain #cooking #chefslife #cook #reflection #journal #homecooking #food #foodie #grief #chefstalk #gastroart #culture #travel #writer #writersofinstagram #reels #explore #fyp<br /><br />Second Video<br />-  Reposted from @outtfoxed Hawk: Does MAGA Know That Our Tax Dollars Help ISRAEL Pay for Free HEALTHCARE &amp; Free COLLEGE!Interesting to learn that Elon Musk and DOGE didn't target elimination of U.S. taxpayers dollars to Israel! We delve into the allocation of U.S. taxpayer funds to Israel, revealing insights on free college, free healthcare and on-demand abortions. We explore how these funds are used within Israel's socialized system when the US government requires no strings attached to Israel's use of our tax dollars. And, let's not forget that MAGA is working to eliminate abortions in the U.S., and certainly wouldn't allow public funds to pay for abortions! So, what's up with letting Israel get away with that! We examine the details and expose the truth! #Israel #TaxDollars #Healthcare #Abortion #USForeignAid #USAID #SocializedMedicine #ElonMusk #DOGE #GovernmentSpending<br />  <br />Third Video<br />- Reposted from @meidastouch Heartless, cruel, and evil  <br />Fourth Video - Reposted from @occupydemocrats 🚨 NO BONUSES FOR KIDNAPPERS: Trump and Republicans Want to Give ICE Agents $42,000 Bonuses.<br />A resurfaced video of Rep. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) is blowing up online — and here’s why you should care:<br />Back on May 20, Moskowitz revealed that Republicans snuck $858 million in ICE bonuses into their massive budget bill — giving each ICE agent an average of $42,000. That’s 17 times what the average American worker gets.<br />Now the Senate is preparing to vote — possibly this weekend — and that cash giveaway to ICE is still in the bill.<br />💡 Reminder:<br />ICE isn’t protecting families — they’re ripping them apart, separating children, raiding homes, and detaining people without due process. And now the GOP wants to reward them with your tax dollars?<br />📞 CALL TO ACTION:<br />Call your senators NOW.<br />Say it loud and clear:No bonuses for kidnappers.No $42K handouts for human rights abusers.No ICE enrichment in our name.  <br /><br /><br />Food For Thought<br /> - Winston Churchill - "If you're going through hell, KEEP GOING<br />"<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfnkEXMz4v0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfnkEXMz4v0</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br />iHeart<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2436</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>95</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Friday Night Live - The Philosophy Of Ethical Non-Monogamy  - Episode 12.79</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/friday-night-live-the-philosophy-of-ethical-non-monogamy-episode-12-79--66562221</link><description><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with compassion for those that are in need.  Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-in<br /><br />-Still looking for my next opportunity. I had two interviews, we’ll see what happens.<br /><br />-I had an issue this week, had to deal with some real temptation this week. Doing this podcast is probably what kept me from giving in.<br />  <br />-Staying focus, No more drama allowed <br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m still working my plan.<br /><br /><br /><br />-Food For Thought<br /><br />Stop Wasting Years on This.<br />Credit: Diary of a CEO podcast by Steven Bartlett<br />Speaker: Shi Heng Yi<br /><br />Struggling to move forward in life? Buddhist master Shy Heng Yi shares powerful personal development advice to help you overcome emotional blocks, break toxic patterns, and take control of your growth. Start your transformation today. Simple wisdom for a calmer, more focused life.<br /><br /><a href="https://youtu.be/O-adf7Wu_Uo?si=O9eHaAOtDHggADlt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtu.be/O-adf7Wu_Uo?si=O9eHaAOtDHggADlt</a> <br /><br /><br />Videos <br /><br />Dan Savage: Why Monogamy Is Ridiculous | Big Think New videos DAILY: <a href="https://bigth.ink/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bigth.ink</a>Join Big Think Edge for exclusive video lessons from top thinkers and doers:<br /><br /><a href="https://bigth.ink/Edge" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bigth.ink/Edge</a><a href="https://youtu.be/w8SOQEitsJI?si=G_pHA7G6KjJ9j62S" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtu.be/w8SOQEitsJI?si=G_pHA7G6KjJ9j62S</a> <br /><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation -The Philosophy Of Ethical Non-Monogamy  - Episode 12.79<br /><br />The philosophy of ethical non-monogamy is a deliberate and conscious choice to structure relationships outside of the monogamous norm, prioritizing open communication, informed consent, honesty, and individual autonomy to foster multiple, meaningful connections based on mutual respect and understanding.<br /><br /><br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap - The Philosophy of Monogamy<br /><br />  <br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />iHeart<br /><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66562221</guid><pubDate>Sun, 15 Jun 2025 02:37:30 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66562221/friday_night_live_the_philosophy_of_ethical_non_monogamy_episode_12_79.mp3" length="53961550" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d62ef6d2-21d6-4725-85ae-8236dfa0ceb3/d62ef6d2-21d6-4725-85ae-8236dfa0ceb3.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d62ef6d2-21d6-4725-85ae-8236dfa0ceb3/d62ef6d2-21d6-4725-85ae-8236dfa0ceb3.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/d62ef6d2-21d6-4725-85ae-8236dfa0ceb3/d62ef6d2-21d6-4725-85ae-8236dfa0ceb3.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with compassion for those that are in need.  Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-in<br /><br />-Still looking for my next opportunity. I had two interviews, we’ll see what happens.<br /><br />-I had an issue this week, had to deal with some real temptation this week. Doing this podcast is probably what kept me from giving in.<br />  <br />-Staying focus, No more drama allowed <br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m still working my plan.<br /><br /><br /><br />-Food For Thought<br /><br />Stop Wasting Years on This.<br />Credit: Diary of a CEO podcast by Steven Bartlett<br />Speaker: Shi Heng Yi<br /><br />Struggling to move forward in life? Buddhist master Shy Heng Yi shares powerful personal development advice to help you overcome emotional blocks, break toxic patterns, and take control of your growth. Start your transformation today. Simple wisdom for a calmer, more focused life.<br /><br /><a href="https://youtu.be/O-adf7Wu_Uo?si=O9eHaAOtDHggADlt" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtu.be/O-adf7Wu_Uo?si=O9eHaAOtDHggADlt</a> <br /><br /><br />Videos <br /><br />Dan Savage: Why Monogamy Is Ridiculous | Big Think New videos DAILY: <a href="https://bigth.ink/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bigth.ink</a>Join Big Think Edge for exclusive video lessons from top thinkers and doers:<br /><br /><a href="https://bigth.ink/Edge" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://bigth.ink/Edge</a><a href="https://youtu.be/w8SOQEitsJI?si=G_pHA7G6KjJ9j62S" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://youtu.be/w8SOQEitsJI?si=G_pHA7G6KjJ9j62S</a> <br /><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation -The Philosophy Of Ethical Non-Monogamy  - Episode 12.79<br /><br />The philosophy of ethical non-monogamy is a deliberate and conscious choice to structure relationships outside of the monogamous norm, prioritizing open communication, informed consent, honesty, and individual autonomy to foster multiple, meaningful connections based on mutual respect and understanding.<br /><br /><br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap - The Philosophy of Monogamy<br /><br />  <br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />iHeart<br /><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3373</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>12</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wednesday Night Recap - Break Trauma Bonds- Find Your True Self - Episode 11.76</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wednesday-night-recap-break-trauma-bonds-find-your-true-self-episode-11-76--66520416</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Wednesday Night Recap - Break Trauma Bonds: Find Your True Self - Episode 11.76</b><br /><b> <br />This Show is now Dedicated to us, The Average, Everyday American just trying to build a peaceful, productive, and safe life in this country. The Federal Government is being weaponized against us, by our fellow Americans that have given up on democracy and freedom. It's plain to see that at this point that you're either for freedom, or against it, and that's fascism. The same thing that caused WW2.</b><br /><b><br />The Check-In</b><br /><b><br />- Still looking for my next opportunity. Had an interview, and waiting on a second interview. <br /></b><br /><b>Had to turn down an interview for a job I probably would have liked, but they test for THC </b><br /><b>and I don’t get it. Do they test for alcohol? What year is it?</b><br /><b> <br />-Just found out about a major family issue! In my opinion, this could have been handled differently.</b><br /><b><br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m working my plan.</b><br /><b><br />Food For Thought</b><br /><b><br />How to break a trauma bond using 6 steps</b><br /><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBvYBeWNyjY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBvYBeWNyjY</a></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Dr. Becky SpelmanOvercoming trauma bonding can be difficult and may require professional support. Here are some steps that may help:1. Acknowledge the abuse: Recognize that the relationship is abusive and that the abuser's behavior is not acceptable or your fault.2. Seek support: Reach out to trusted friends, family members, or a therapist who can provide emotional support and guidance.3. Create distance: Limit contact with the abuser and avoid situations that may trigger memories or feelings of attachment.4. Practice self-care: Prioritize self-care activities such as exercise, meditation, and healthy eating to manage stress and promote healing.5. Identify and challenge negative beliefs: Work with a therapist to identify and challenge negative beliefs and thought patterns that may be contributing to the trauma bond.6. Set boundaries: Set clear boundaries with the abuser and communicate them assertively.Remember that healing from trauma bonding takes time and effort, but with support and self-care, it is possible to move forward and build healthier relationships.</b><br /><b><br />Video</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>5 Signs It's Trauma Bonding NOT Love</b><br /><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZByX1N7rGY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZByX1N7rGY</a></b><br /><b>Kati Morton</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>When one has suffered or is suffering from unhealed trauma, it can be easy to get ourselves into unhealthy relationship patterns. If you're someone who gets stuck in unhealthy or toxic relationship dating patterns, or if you're finding you're codependent in relationships or struggle with codependency, it may have something to do with</b> trauma <b>bonding. So if you're stuck asking yourself is it love or obsession or is it love or infatuation,  these may be indicators that your relationship could have some unhealed trauma present in it. Let's move on from toxic and unhealthy relationship patterns and dating cycles so that we can really find real healthy loving relationships. Let me know the stories of your unhealthy or toxic relationships in the comments, or times that you thought you were in love but it was really obsession or trauma bonding or codependency that was present in your relationships below.<br /><br /><br />Videos Always Stroke Your Man ft. Miss Jewelz | Patreon Exclusive</b><br /><b>Decisions Decisions</b><br /><b> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FIVai6Gkh4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FIVai6Gkh4</a><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation -Break Trauma Bonds: Find Your True Self - Episode 11.76</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>While the term "struggle bond" isn't a formally recognized psychological term like "trauma bond," it's often used in a more general sense to describe the strong connections that can form between people who have endured shared difficulties or challenges. This can be a positive thing, leading to resilience and mutual support.</b><br /><b><br />Trauma bonding, on the other hand, is a specific and harmful psychological phenomenon. It refers to a strong, often unhealthy, emotional attachment that develops between an abused person and their abuser.</b><br /><b><br />Trauma Bonds (Psychological Phenomenon)Trauma bonding is a more complex and damaging type of attachment. It occurs in abusive relationships where there's a repeated cycle of abuse, devaluation, and intermittent positive reinforcement. The victim develops an emotional connection and loyalty to the abuser, despite the harm being inflicted.<br /><br /><br /><br />Friday Night Live ?</b><br /><b><br />Spreaker</b><br /><b><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Spotify</b><br /><b><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a></b><br /><b><br />Youtube</b><br /><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a></b><br /><b><br />iHeart<a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"></a></b><br /><b><a href="https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/</a></b><br /><b><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast</b><br /><b><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconve</b><br /><b>rsations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420</b><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66520416</guid><pubDate>Thu, 12 Jun 2025 02:55:19 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66520416/wednesday_night_recap_break_trauma_bonds_find_your_true_self_episode_11_76.mp3" length="63516105" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50060c26-c12f-4e4a-ada1-733411a0fd3b/50060c26-c12f-4e4a-ada1-733411a0fd3b.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50060c26-c12f-4e4a-ada1-733411a0fd3b/50060c26-c12f-4e4a-ada1-733411a0fd3b.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/50060c26-c12f-4e4a-ada1-733411a0fd3b/50060c26-c12f-4e4a-ada1-733411a0fd3b.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Wednesday Night Recap - Break Trauma Bonds: Find Your True Self - Episode 11.76
 
This Show is now Dedicated to us, The Average, Everyday American just trying to build a peaceful, productive, and safe life in this country. The Federal Government is...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Wednesday Night Recap - Break Trauma Bonds: Find Your True Self - Episode 11.76</b><br /><b> <br />This Show is now Dedicated to us, The Average, Everyday American just trying to build a peaceful, productive, and safe life in this country. The Federal Government is being weaponized against us, by our fellow Americans that have given up on democracy and freedom. It's plain to see that at this point that you're either for freedom, or against it, and that's fascism. The same thing that caused WW2.</b><br /><b><br />The Check-In</b><br /><b><br />- Still looking for my next opportunity. Had an interview, and waiting on a second interview. <br /></b><br /><b>Had to turn down an interview for a job I probably would have liked, but they test for THC </b><br /><b>and I don’t get it. Do they test for alcohol? What year is it?</b><br /><b> <br />-Just found out about a major family issue! In my opinion, this could have been handled differently.</b><br /><b><br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m working my plan.</b><br /><b><br />Food For Thought</b><br /><b><br />How to break a trauma bond using 6 steps</b><br /><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBvYBeWNyjY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EBvYBeWNyjY</a></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Dr. Becky SpelmanOvercoming trauma bonding can be difficult and may require professional support. Here are some steps that may help:1. Acknowledge the abuse: Recognize that the relationship is abusive and that the abuser's behavior is not acceptable or your fault.2. Seek support: Reach out to trusted friends, family members, or a therapist who can provide emotional support and guidance.3. Create distance: Limit contact with the abuser and avoid situations that may trigger memories or feelings of attachment.4. Practice self-care: Prioritize self-care activities such as exercise, meditation, and healthy eating to manage stress and promote healing.5. Identify and challenge negative beliefs: Work with a therapist to identify and challenge negative beliefs and thought patterns that may be contributing to the trauma bond.6. Set boundaries: Set clear boundaries with the abuser and communicate them assertively.Remember that healing from trauma bonding takes time and effort, but with support and self-care, it is possible to move forward and build healthier relationships.</b><br /><b><br />Video</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>5 Signs It's Trauma Bonding NOT Love</b><br /><b><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZByX1N7rGY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dZByX1N7rGY</a></b><br /><b>Kati Morton</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>When one has suffered or is suffering from unhealed trauma, it can be easy to get ourselves into unhealthy relationship patterns. If you're someone who gets stuck in unhealthy or toxic relationship dating patterns, or if you're finding you're codependent in relationships or struggle with codependency, it may have something to do with</b> trauma <b>bonding. So if you're stuck asking yourself is it love or obsession or is it love or infatuation,  these may be indicators that your relationship could have some unhealed trauma present in it. Let's move on from toxic and unhealthy relationship patterns and dating cycles so that we can really find real healthy loving relationships. Let me know the stories of your unhealthy or toxic relationships in the comments, or times that you thought you were in love but it was really obsession or trauma bonding or codependency that was present in your relationships below.<br /><br /><br />Videos Always Stroke Your Man ft. Miss Jewelz | Patreon Exclusive</b><br /><b>Decisions Decisions</b><br /><b> <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FIVai6Gkh4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FIVai6Gkh4</a><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation -Break Trauma Bonds: Find Your True Self - Episode 11.76</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>While...]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3970</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Friday Night Live - BDSM - Be Intentional! - Episode 11.72</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/friday-night-live-bdsm-be-intentional-episode-11-72--66454162</link><description><![CDATA[Friday Night Live - BDSM - Be Intentional! - Episode 11.72   <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with compassion for those that are in need.  Hoping for their safe return to our shores.<br /> <br />The Check-In<br /><br />-Had a partially successful day on Thursday.  Learning how to get around PG.<br />Getting some calls again and I have some interviews scheduled.<br /> <br />-Staying focus, No more drama allowed<br /> <br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m working my plan.<br /><br />Food For Thought<br />Neuroscientist: How To Change Your Life | Andrew Huberman<br />Andrew D. Huberman (born September 26, 1975 in Palo Alto, California) is an American neuroscientist and tenured associate professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the Stanford University School of Medicine who has made contributions to the brain development, brain plasticity, and neural regeneration and repair fields.<br /><br />https://www.youtube.com/shorts/li0OZibqcLU<br /><br /><br />Videos <br />What Is BDSM vs Kink? (IT'S NOT JUST FIFTY SHADES OF GREY!)<br />Have you ever heard of BDSM? Want some BDSM IDEAS?<br />Bondage, sadism, dominance, submission, etc all fall under the umbrella of BDSM! It’s very diverse and most kink fall under this title. Watch this video to learn more about what is a BDSM relationship!<br />!<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCLYWE3lIls <br /><br />Tonight's Conversation - BDSM - Be Intentional! - Episode 11.72    <br /> <br />-BDSM: An Exploration of Power, Pleasure, and Consent<br />BDSM is an acronym that stands for Bondage and Discipline, Dominance and Submission, and Sadism and Masochism. It encompasses a wide spectrum of erotic and relational practices involving power dynamics, intense sensations, and role-playing between consenting adults. Far from being a singular activity, BDSM is a broad umbrella term for various interests and expressions that are explored in a safe, sane, and consensual manner.<br /><br />At its core, BDSM involves a negotiated exchange of power. This can manifest in numerous ways, from the physical restraint of bondage to the psychological dynamics of dominance and submission. It is crucial to understand that these activities are undertaken willingly by all participants for the purpose of mutual pleasure and personal exploration.<br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap -  ?<br /><br />Spreaker<br />https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510<br /><br />Spotify<br />https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM<br /><br />Youtube<br />https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos<br /><br />iHeart<br />https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/<br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 <br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66454162</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Jun 2025 02:37:48 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66454162/friday_night_live_bdsm_be_intentional_episode_11_72.mp3" length="27224017" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a79a3fa0-9181-42a5-aa74-dbde62e70992/a79a3fa0-9181-42a5-aa74-dbde62e70992.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a79a3fa0-9181-42a5-aa74-dbde62e70992/a79a3fa0-9181-42a5-aa74-dbde62e70992.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a79a3fa0-9181-42a5-aa74-dbde62e70992/a79a3fa0-9181-42a5-aa74-dbde62e70992.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Friday Night Live - BDSM - Be Intentional! - Episode 11.72   

This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Friday Night Live - BDSM - Be Intentional! - Episode 11.72   <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with compassion for those that are in need.  Hoping for their safe return to our shores.<br /> <br />The Check-In<br /><br />-Had a partially successful day on Thursday.  Learning how to get around PG.<br />Getting some calls again and I have some interviews scheduled.<br /> <br />-Staying focus, No more drama allowed<br /> <br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m working my plan.<br /><br />Food For Thought<br />Neuroscientist: How To Change Your Life | Andrew Huberman<br />Andrew D. Huberman (born September 26, 1975 in Palo Alto, California) is an American neuroscientist and tenured associate professor in the Department of Neurobiology at the Stanford University School of Medicine who has made contributions to the brain development, brain plasticity, and neural regeneration and repair fields.<br /><br />https://www.youtube.com/shorts/li0OZibqcLU<br /><br /><br />Videos <br />What Is BDSM vs Kink? (IT'S NOT JUST FIFTY SHADES OF GREY!)<br />Have you ever heard of BDSM? Want some BDSM IDEAS?<br />Bondage, sadism, dominance, submission, etc all fall under the umbrella of BDSM! It’s very diverse and most kink fall under this title. Watch this video to learn more about what is a BDSM relationship!<br />!<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uCLYWE3lIls <br /><br />Tonight's Conversation - BDSM - Be Intentional! - Episode 11.72    <br /> <br />-BDSM: An Exploration of Power, Pleasure, and Consent<br />BDSM is an acronym that stands for Bondage and Discipline, Dominance and Submission, and Sadism and Masochism. It encompasses a wide spectrum of erotic and relational practices involving power dynamics, intense sensations, and role-playing between consenting adults. Far from being a singular activity, BDSM is a broad umbrella term for various interests and expressions that are explored in a safe, sane, and consensual manner.<br /><br />At its core, BDSM involves a negotiated exchange of power. This can manifest in numerous ways, from the physical restraint of bondage to the psychological dynamics of dominance and submission. It is crucial to understand that these activities are undertaken willingly by all participants for the purpose of mutual pleasure and personal exploration.<br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap -  ?<br /><br />Spreaker<br />https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510<br /><br />Spotify<br />https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM<br /><br />Youtube<br />https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos<br /><br />iHeart<br />https://www.iheart.com/podcast/966-transparent-conversations-29417973/<br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 <br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1702</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>11</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wednesday Night Recap - I need to get political, just this once! - Episode 10.68</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wednesday-night-recap-i-need-to-get-political-just-this-once-episode-10-68--66402795</link><description><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with compassion for those that are in need.  Hoping for their safe return to our shores<br />.<br />The Check-In<br /><br />-Still looking for my next opportunity<br /><br /><br /><br />-  This is the last time I'm say anything about Helese. We did talk, I was vulnerable and open. I thought we got to the same page, but I know longer think that's possible and that's fine with me at this point. I'm actually very happy with how things are ending, since I was really able to be completely transparent and she knows exactly where I am in life and she was able to make an informed decision that works for her. Also as it should be, her decision has no bearing on my plans.<br />This is exactly how I want to live life an interact with people going forth.<br /> <br />I still  would like a cohost but I'm good with doing this myself. I just want to be able to flow with the people in my life going forward. My old life just burdened me and my relationships with too much baggage, and I believe that I'm doing what I need to do.<br />  <br />I really to stick to my thing about relationships clicking into place, If it's not that, I don't need it. <br /><br />-Food for Thought: Play Video<br />SHI HENG YI - SHI HENG YI - Be AWARE of WHO you LET INTO your CIRCLE<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lQ6_qPoqYqk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lQ6_qPoqYqk</a>Speaker: ‪@ShiHengYiOnline‬<br /><br />-Tonight's Conversation - I need to get political, just this once! - Episode 10.68<br /> <br />Video  WTF: Trump admin RAIDS Democratic congressional office and HANDCUFFS Aide <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Zec4AgF5FMM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Zec4AgF5FMM</a><br />Brian Tyler Cohen@briantylercohen<br /><br /> Economic Policies and Trade:Tariffs: A significant point of discussion and concern revolves around the administration's use of tariffs, including recently announced intentions to increase tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum.2 Critics worry about the potential impact on consumer prices, the manufacturing sector (which may rely on imported materials), and the possibility of retaliatory tariffs from other countries, potentially leading to trade disputes.<br /><br />National Debt: Concerns persist regarding the trajectory of the national debt under the administration's fiscal policies, which include efforts to lower costs for Americans but also involve significant government spending.Immigration and Border Security:Border Policies: The administration's strong focus on securing U.S. borders and its associated immigration policies remain a contentious issue, drawing criticism from human rights organizations and those concerned about the humanitarian impact of these measures.4 Specific concerns often relate to the treatment of asylum seekers and the separation of families, though the exact policies of the current term would need ongoing scrutiny.<br /> <br />Friday Night Live -  BDSM<br /><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420<br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66402795</guid><pubDate>Thu, 05 Jun 2025 03:03:42 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66402795/wednesday_night_recap_i_need_to_get_political_just_this_once_episode_10_68.mp3" length="71114310" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ba43df08-802a-4cbd-a066-339cb2fbfb21/ba43df08-802a-4cbd-a066-339cb2fbfb21.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ba43df08-802a-4cbd-a066-339cb2fbfb21/ba43df08-802a-4cbd-a066-339cb2fbfb21.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ba43df08-802a-4cbd-a066-339cb2fbfb21/ba43df08-802a-4cbd-a066-339cb2fbfb21.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men and women that are being  sent to El Salvador without due process. All the innocent people, human being that are being indefinitely detained for profit. This is not how American works! Always lead with compassion for those that are in need.  Hoping for their safe return to our shores<br />.<br />The Check-In<br /><br />-Still looking for my next opportunity<br /><br /><br /><br />-  This is the last time I'm say anything about Helese. We did talk, I was vulnerable and open. I thought we got to the same page, but I know longer think that's possible and that's fine with me at this point. I'm actually very happy with how things are ending, since I was really able to be completely transparent and she knows exactly where I am in life and she was able to make an informed decision that works for her. Also as it should be, her decision has no bearing on my plans.<br />This is exactly how I want to live life an interact with people going forth.<br /> <br />I still  would like a cohost but I'm good with doing this myself. I just want to be able to flow with the people in my life going forward. My old life just burdened me and my relationships with too much baggage, and I believe that I'm doing what I need to do.<br />  <br />I really to stick to my thing about relationships clicking into place, If it's not that, I don't need it. <br /><br />-Food for Thought: Play Video<br />SHI HENG YI - SHI HENG YI - Be AWARE of WHO you LET INTO your CIRCLE<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lQ6_qPoqYqk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lQ6_qPoqYqk</a>Speaker: ‪@ShiHengYiOnline‬<br /><br />-Tonight's Conversation - I need to get political, just this once! - Episode 10.68<br /> <br />Video  WTF: Trump admin RAIDS Democratic congressional office and HANDCUFFS Aide <a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Zec4AgF5FMM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/Zec4AgF5FMM</a><br />Brian Tyler Cohen@briantylercohen<br /><br /> Economic Policies and Trade:Tariffs: A significant point of discussion and concern revolves around the administration's use of tariffs, including recently announced intentions to increase tariffs on foreign steel and aluminum.2 Critics worry about the potential impact on consumer prices, the manufacturing sector (which may rely on imported materials), and the possibility of retaliatory tariffs from other countries, potentially leading to trade disputes.<br /><br />National Debt: Concerns persist regarding the trajectory of the national debt under the administration's fiscal policies, which include efforts to lower costs for Americans but also involve significant government spending.Immigration and Border Security:Border Policies: The administration's strong focus on securing U.S. borders and its associated immigration policies remain a contentious issue, drawing criticism from human rights organizations and those concerned about the humanitarian impact of these measures.4 Specific concerns often relate to the treatment of asylum seekers and the separation of families, though the exact policies of the current term would need ongoing scrutiny.<br /> <br />Friday Night Live -  BDSM<br /><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420<br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4445</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Friday Night Live - Using commitment to Protect Your Peace - Episode 10.65</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/friday-night-live-using-commitment-to-protect-your-peace-episode-10-65--66354187</link><description><![CDATA[Friday Night Live - Using commitment to Protect Your Peace - Episode 10.65  <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.<br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />I’m struggling a little bit, getting a little anxious looking for my next opportunity, it’s been longer than I expected. But there’s nothing to do but to keep on going. <br /><br />At the moment, I’m fine, and I just have to keep it moving.<br /><br />So there is an issue with Helese and the episode with her, but I will address that situation during our conversation.<br /><br />There will never be a Helese and Calvin Pod again, I guess, Protecting my Peace.<br /><br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m working my plan.<br /><br />Food For ThoughtShi Heng Yi A stranger sparks something—why? Master Shi Heng Yi says: everyone’s your teacher! 🌩️ This Shorts digs into it—random encounters trigger you because they hold power over what’s inside. That sting? It’s a lesson waiting to be learned.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3-V9KD6smIM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3-V9KD6smIM</a><br /><br />Videos What Does It Mean To Protect Your Peace | Clever Girl FinanceWhat does protecting your peace mean to you? Check this shorts for some insights!Be sure to stop by <a href="http://www.clevergirlfinance.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.clevergirlfinance.com</a> for more great content!<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hjCY-Uap_-o" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hjCY-Uap_-o</a><br /><br />How To Spot A Energy Vampire | Protect Your Peace Of Mind@TeraChantelle<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HGi9qvUTwlw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HGi9qvUTwlw</a><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />Using commitment to Protect Your Peace - Episode 10.65  Protecting your peace is closely related to protecting your energy, but it often emphasizes mental and emotional serenity. It's about cultivating a state of inner calm and undisturbed well-being, even amidst external chaos. <br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap - BDSM is not for the Weak!<br /><br /><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 <br /><br /><br />]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66354187</guid><pubDate>Sun, 01 Jun 2025 06:06:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66354187/friday_night_live_using_commitment_to_protect_your_peace_episode_10_65.mp3" length="77819623" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4cba3dcb-94a8-4066-a4bb-5807660f883f/4cba3dcb-94a8-4066-a4bb-5807660f883f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4cba3dcb-94a8-4066-a4bb-5807660f883f/4cba3dcb-94a8-4066-a4bb-5807660f883f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4cba3dcb-94a8-4066-a4bb-5807660f883f/4cba3dcb-94a8-4066-a4bb-5807660f883f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Friday Night Live - Using commitment to Protect Your Peace - Episode 10.65  

This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.

The Check-In

I’m struggling a little...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Friday Night Live - Using commitment to Protect Your Peace - Episode 10.65  <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.<br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />I’m struggling a little bit, getting a little anxious looking for my next opportunity, it’s been longer than I expected. But there’s nothing to do but to keep on going. <br /><br />At the moment, I’m fine, and I just have to keep it moving.<br /><br />So there is an issue with Helese and the episode with her, but I will address that situation during our conversation.<br /><br />There will never be a Helese and Calvin Pod again, I guess, Protecting my Peace.<br /><br />Ultimately everything is everything right now and I’m working my plan.<br /><br />Food For ThoughtShi Heng Yi A stranger sparks something—why? Master Shi Heng Yi says: everyone’s your teacher! 🌩️ This Shorts digs into it—random encounters trigger you because they hold power over what’s inside. That sting? It’s a lesson waiting to be learned.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3-V9KD6smIM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/3-V9KD6smIM</a><br /><br />Videos What Does It Mean To Protect Your Peace | Clever Girl FinanceWhat does protecting your peace mean to you? Check this shorts for some insights!Be sure to stop by <a href="http://www.clevergirlfinance.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.clevergirlfinance.com</a> for more great content!<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hjCY-Uap_-o" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/hjCY-Uap_-o</a><br /><br />How To Spot A Energy Vampire | Protect Your Peace Of Mind@TeraChantelle<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HGi9qvUTwlw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HGi9qvUTwlw</a><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />Using commitment to Protect Your Peace - Episode 10.65  Protecting your peace is closely related to protecting your energy, but it often emphasizes mental and emotional serenity. It's about cultivating a state of inner calm and undisturbed well-being, even amidst external chaos. <br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap - BDSM is not for the Weak!<br /><br /><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 <br /><br /><br />]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4864</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>10</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wednesday Night Recap - Will Open Relationships Ever Be Normalized? - Episode 9.62</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wednesday-night-recap-will-open-relationships-ever-be-normalized-episode-9-62--66321934</link><description><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.<br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-The "21/90 Rule" suggests that committing to a new habit for 21 days will help it become ingrained, and then continuing that habit for 90 more days will make it a permanent lifestyle change. By consistently engaging in a behavior for this duration, it's believed that the activity becomes automatic and integrated into your daily routine<br /><br />- I’m honestly having a hard time right now. The economy has definitely slowed, and so has hiring. I needed this break, but I kept working, and even though I didn’t secure a position before my last job ended, as I said before, I did receive an offer, but a hiring freeze caused that opportunity to disappear. It’s hard for me to get up daily and go through the same routine with little results, but I have to keep my eye on where would I be if I continued down the road I was on. It wasn’t looking good, so I have to keep my eyes where I’m headed. Going back cannot be an option. <br /><br />I just have to keep doing the next right thing.<br /><br /><br />-Food for Thought: Play Video<br />SHI HENG YI - Take Care of Staying Open<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM</a>Take Care of Staying Open – Master Shaolin Shi Heng Yi ☯️#MasterShiHengYi #ShaolinWisdom #Mindfulness #SelfDiscipline #InnerPeace<br /><br />VideoReal Talk About Open Relationships<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcxTDMH3_GA&amp;t=6s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcxTDMH3_GA&amp;t=6s</a>Non-monogamous couples speak candidly about the challenges and rewards of their lifestyle. Read more: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/video/ind" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.theatlantic.com/video/ind</a>..."Polyhedric Love" was directed by Maria Rosa Badia. It is part of The Atlantic Selects, an online showcase of short documentaries from independent creators, curated by The Atlantic.<br /><br />-Tonight's Conversation - Will Open Relationships Ever Be Normalized? - Episode 9.62 <br /><br /><br />No! Open Relationships will never be normalized in this or the next lifetime. So be brave and do what works for you.<br /><br />Friday Night Live - BDSM - It's not for the weak!<br /><br />Spreaker <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66321934</guid><pubDate>Thu, 29 May 2025 03:36:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66321934/wednesday_night_recap_will_open_relationships_ever_be_normalized_episode_9_62.mp3" length="64992046" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6d55ff41-facd-42ee-98b2-424620a9d87c/6d55ff41-facd-42ee-98b2-424620a9d87c.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6d55ff41-facd-42ee-98b2-424620a9d87c/6d55ff41-facd-42ee-98b2-424620a9d87c.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/6d55ff41-facd-42ee-98b2-424620a9d87c/6d55ff41-facd-42ee-98b2-424620a9d87c.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.

The Check-In

-The "21/90 Rule" suggests that committing to a new habit for 21 days will help it become ingrained,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.<br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-The "21/90 Rule" suggests that committing to a new habit for 21 days will help it become ingrained, and then continuing that habit for 90 more days will make it a permanent lifestyle change. By consistently engaging in a behavior for this duration, it's believed that the activity becomes automatic and integrated into your daily routine<br /><br />- I’m honestly having a hard time right now. The economy has definitely slowed, and so has hiring. I needed this break, but I kept working, and even though I didn’t secure a position before my last job ended, as I said before, I did receive an offer, but a hiring freeze caused that opportunity to disappear. It’s hard for me to get up daily and go through the same routine with little results, but I have to keep my eye on where would I be if I continued down the road I was on. It wasn’t looking good, so I have to keep my eyes where I’m headed. Going back cannot be an option. <br /><br />I just have to keep doing the next right thing.<br /><br /><br />-Food for Thought: Play Video<br />SHI HENG YI - Take Care of Staying Open<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM</a>Take Care of Staying Open – Master Shaolin Shi Heng Yi ☯️#MasterShiHengYi #ShaolinWisdom #Mindfulness #SelfDiscipline #InnerPeace<br /><br />VideoReal Talk About Open Relationships<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcxTDMH3_GA&amp;t=6s" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IcxTDMH3_GA&amp;t=6s</a>Non-monogamous couples speak candidly about the challenges and rewards of their lifestyle. Read more: <a href="https://www.theatlantic.com/video/ind" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.theatlantic.com/video/ind</a>..."Polyhedric Love" was directed by Maria Rosa Badia. It is part of The Atlantic Selects, an online showcase of short documentaries from independent creators, curated by The Atlantic.<br /><br />-Tonight's Conversation - Will Open Relationships Ever Be Normalized? - Episode 9.62 <br /><br /><br />No! Open Relationships will never be normalized in this or the next lifetime. So be brave and do what works for you.<br /><br />Friday Night Live - BDSM - It's not for the weak!<br /><br />Spreaker <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4062</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Friday Night Live - Are you living Authentically? Featuring Helese - Episode 9.58</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/friday-night-live-are-you-living-authentically-featuring-helese-episode-9-58--66257841</link><description><![CDATA[<b>Disclaimer - Audio Problems on my end, there is an Echo. </b><br /><b><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.</b><br /><b> <br />The Check-In</b><br /><b><br /> -My daughter's in town, nothing really new to report. I'm still job hunting, seems like things have changed. Everything is a little slower now.</b><br /><b><br />- I'm still keeping busy with this podcast and getting ready for my next role. <br /></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Food For ThoughtJoin Shi Heng Yi Stay OpenTake Care of Staying Open – Master Shaolin Shi Heng Yi ☯️<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM</a><br /><br />Video : Video: UNCOVER your authentic self.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fqTrNixj3oM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fqTrNixj3oM</a>@TheMentorH<br /><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation - Are you living Authentically?<br /><br />Living authentically is a deeply personal and continuous journey of aligning your inner self with your outer actions and expressions. It's about being true to who you are at your core, rather than conforming to external expectations or societal pressures. <br /></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Wednesday Recap - How I'm Living Authentically</b><br /><b><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a></b><br /><b><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a></b><br /><b><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a></b><br /><b><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast</b><br /><b><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420</b>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66257841</guid><pubDate>Sat, 24 May 2025 21:35:11 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66257841/friday_night_live_are_you_living_authentically_episode_9_58.mp3" length="86019972" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/097d809e-75f3-41f1-844b-bbcd9804fe95/097d809e-75f3-41f1-844b-bbcd9804fe95.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/097d809e-75f3-41f1-844b-bbcd9804fe95/097d809e-75f3-41f1-844b-bbcd9804fe95.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/097d809e-75f3-41f1-844b-bbcd9804fe95/097d809e-75f3-41f1-844b-bbcd9804fe95.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Disclaimer - Audio Problems on my end, there is an Echo. 

This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.
 
The Check-In

 -My daughter's in town, nothing really...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[<b>Disclaimer - Audio Problems on my end, there is an Echo. </b><br /><b><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores.</b><br /><b> <br />The Check-In</b><br /><b><br /> -My daughter's in town, nothing really new to report. I'm still job hunting, seems like things have changed. Everything is a little slower now.</b><br /><b><br />- I'm still keeping busy with this podcast and getting ready for my next role. <br /></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Food For ThoughtJoin Shi Heng Yi Stay OpenTake Care of Staying Open – Master Shaolin Shi Heng Yi ☯️<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/_ni5JOt94zM</a><br /><br />Video : Video: UNCOVER your authentic self.<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fqTrNixj3oM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fqTrNixj3oM</a>@TheMentorH<br /><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation - Are you living Authentically?<br /><br />Living authentically is a deeply personal and continuous journey of aligning your inner self with your outer actions and expressions. It's about being true to who you are at your core, rather than conforming to external expectations or societal pressures. <br /></b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Wednesday Recap - How I'm Living Authentically</b><br /><b><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a></b><br /><b><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a></b><br /><b><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a></b><br /><b><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast</b><br /><b><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420</b>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>5377</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>9</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wednesday Night Recap - Open Relationships - All the Fun without the Complications? - Episode 8.55</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wednesday-night-recap-open-relationships-all-the-fun-without-the-complications-episode-8-55--66195330</link><description><![CDATA[Open Relationships - All the Fun without the Complications? - Episode 8.55 <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-My daughter's in town, nothing really new to report. I'm still job hunting, seems like things have changed. Everything is a little slower now.<br />- I'm still keeping busy with this podcast and getting ready for my next role. <br /><br />Food For Thought<br /><br />SHI HENG YI - REGRET<br />https://www.youtube.com/shorts/c0I6EFkKmRc<br />Original Video: SHAOLIN MASTER | Shi Heng Yi 2021 - Full Interview With the MulliganBrothers<br /><br />Video : <br /><br />Couple in Open Relationship Secretly Share Their Story<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rH2td_9ckUA&amp;t=306s<br />Provoke understanding &amp; create human connection.<br />https://www.youtube.com/@jubilee<br /> <br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />An "open relationship" is a type of consensual non-monogamy where individuals in a primary committed relationship agree that one or both partners can pursue romantic or sexual connections with other people. The key differentiator from cheating is mutual consent, honesty, and transparency among all parties involved. <br /><br />Spreaker<br />https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510<br /><br />Spotify<br />https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM<br /><br />Youtube<br />https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos<br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66195330</guid><pubDate>Thu, 22 May 2025 02:09:21 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66195330/wednesday_night_recap_open_relationships_all_the_fun_without_the_complications_episode_8_55.mp3" length="37465311" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/54d2f773-672b-42f5-a63d-80cfcd964749/54d2f773-672b-42f5-a63d-80cfcd964749.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/54d2f773-672b-42f5-a63d-80cfcd964749/54d2f773-672b-42f5-a63d-80cfcd964749.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/54d2f773-672b-42f5-a63d-80cfcd964749/54d2f773-672b-42f5-a63d-80cfcd964749.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Open Relationships - All the Fun without the Complications? - Episode 8.55 

This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. 

The Check-In

-My daughter's in town,...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Open Relationships - All the Fun without the Complications? - Episode 8.55 <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-My daughter's in town, nothing really new to report. I'm still job hunting, seems like things have changed. Everything is a little slower now.<br />- I'm still keeping busy with this podcast and getting ready for my next role. <br /><br />Food For Thought<br /><br />SHI HENG YI - REGRET<br />https://www.youtube.com/shorts/c0I6EFkKmRc<br />Original Video: SHAOLIN MASTER | Shi Heng Yi 2021 - Full Interview With the MulliganBrothers<br /><br />Video : <br /><br />Couple in Open Relationship Secretly Share Their Story<br />https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rH2td_9ckUA&amp;t=306s<br />Provoke understanding &amp; create human connection.<br />https://www.youtube.com/@jubilee<br /> <br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />An "open relationship" is a type of consensual non-monogamy where individuals in a primary committed relationship agree that one or both partners can pursue romantic or sexual connections with other people. The key differentiator from cheating is mutual consent, honesty, and transparency among all parties involved. <br /><br />Spreaker<br />https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510<br /><br />Spotify<br />https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM<br /><br />Youtube<br />https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos<br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2342</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Friday Night Live - WTF is Relational Anarchy? - Episode 8.53</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/friday-night-live-wtf-is-relational-anarchy-episode-8-53--66155696</link><description><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br /> -We Had Plumbing issues, then my father got sick. The Family needed me. I recorded the show on Saturday but I didn't get any audio.<br /> <br />-Went Bowling with the family<br />-Father got checked into the hospital<br />-Drafted into being my mother's Driver<br />- Had a good weekend with the family<br />- Being on point is a blessing<br /><br />Join Shi Heng Yi Food for Thought: Play VideoPosted @withregram • @shaolin.online The Search for PEACE Produced by @doacpodcast Interviewer: @steven<br />What is Relationship Anarchy, exactly? In this video I go over how it is similar to, and different from, polyamory. I also review Andie Nordgren's nine point manifesto. -KaleWebsite: <a href="http://www.relationship-anarchy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.relationship-anarchy.com/</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1xBdffi0m4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1xBdffi0m4</a><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />WTF is Relational Anarchy? <br />Relationship Anarchy (RA) is a philosophy and approach to relationships that applies anarchist principles to intimate connections. Instead of adhering to societal norms and hierarchical structures often found in traditional relationships (like prioritizing romantic partners over friends or family), relationship anarchists emphasize autonomy, anti-hierarchical practices, anti-normativity, and community interdependence. <br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap  - Pros and Cons of Relationship Anarchy<br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66155696</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 May 2025 19:18:10 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66155696/friday_night_live_wtf_is_relational_anarchy_episode_8_53.mp3" length="29047576" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2af2e3a3-8c8c-4052-9f9d-c4dc505d57b8/2af2e3a3-8c8c-4052-9f9d-c4dc505d57b8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2af2e3a3-8c8c-4052-9f9d-c4dc505d57b8/2af2e3a3-8c8c-4052-9f9d-c4dc505d57b8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/2af2e3a3-8c8c-4052-9f9d-c4dc505d57b8/2af2e3a3-8c8c-4052-9f9d-c4dc505d57b8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. 

The Check-In

 -We Had Plumbing issues, then my father got sick. The Family needed me. I recorded the show on...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br /> -We Had Plumbing issues, then my father got sick. The Family needed me. I recorded the show on Saturday but I didn't get any audio.<br /> <br />-Went Bowling with the family<br />-Father got checked into the hospital<br />-Drafted into being my mother's Driver<br />- Had a good weekend with the family<br />- Being on point is a blessing<br /><br />Join Shi Heng Yi Food for Thought: Play VideoPosted @withregram • @shaolin.online The Search for PEACE Produced by @doacpodcast Interviewer: @steven<br />What is Relationship Anarchy, exactly? In this video I go over how it is similar to, and different from, polyamory. I also review Andie Nordgren's nine point manifesto. -KaleWebsite: <a href="http://www.relationship-anarchy.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">http://www.relationship-anarchy.com/</a><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1xBdffi0m4" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l1xBdffi0m4</a><br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />WTF is Relational Anarchy? <br />Relationship Anarchy (RA) is a philosophy and approach to relationships that applies anarchist principles to intimate connections. Instead of adhering to societal norms and hierarchical structures often found in traditional relationships (like prioritizing romantic partners over friends or family), relationship anarchists emphasize autonomy, anti-hierarchical practices, anti-normativity, and community interdependence. <br /><br />Wednesday Night Recap  - Pros and Cons of Relationship Anarchy<br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1816</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/70d2edcd72132bbd270044fdb9d9ddc2.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>8</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wednesday Night Recap - Pros and Cons Of the Swinging Lifestyle - Episode 7.48</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wednesday-night-recap-pros-and-cons-of-the-swinging-lifestyle-episode-7-48--66094525</link><description><![CDATA[Wednesday Night Recap - Pros and Cons Of the Swinging Lifestyle - Episode 7.48 <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /> -My job offer got pulled yesterday, due to a hiring freeze. The government agency that I was headed to, changed the contract and just like that, I wasted a month. I’m trusting the Universe knows where I should be, and I’ve already started scheduling interviews again.  <br /><br />Shi Heng Yi on How To Stay Committed To Your GoalsJoin this channel to get access to perks:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TdyiAHk4qWw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TdyiAHk4qWw</a>SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE MOTIVATIONAL VIDEOS <a href="https://goo.gl/RJDPL0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://goo.gl/RJDPL0</a>  <br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br />Pros and Cons Of the Swinging Lifestyle<br /> <br />-Pros<br /><br /> Enhanced Sexual<br />Communication and Intimacy<br /> Increased Sexual Variety and Exploration<br />Stronger Couple Bond (Potentially)<br />Personal Growth and Confidence<br />Fulfilling Different Needs<br />Social Connections<br />Spicing Up a Relationship <br /><br />-Cons<br /><br />Relationship Strain<br />Mental Health Challenges<br />Social Stigma and Secrecy<br />Time and Financial Commitment<br />Risk of STIs<br />Unequal Investment or Comfort Levels <br /><br />Downsides Of Being Swingers | The Honest Truth About Being Swingers<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11KBa4W6cMM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11KBa4W6cMM</a>4OURPLAY by Bella &amp; Jase<br /><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw4Xhz2YGVA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw4Xhz2YGVA</a>@mattcullen Inside a family owned 🍍 club<br /><br />Social Benefits of Swinging Lifestyle<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BAvfR3cwTk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BAvfR3cwTk</a>Openlove101<br /><br />Friday Night Live - Relationship Anarchy<br /><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 ]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66094525</guid><pubDate>Thu, 15 May 2025 02:56:31 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66094525/wednesday_night_recap_pros_and_cons_of_the_swinging_lifestyle_episode_7_48.mp3" length="62682022" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b62ffcb1-241b-4491-b325-bf465a78b564/b62ffcb1-241b-4491-b325-bf465a78b564.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b62ffcb1-241b-4491-b325-bf465a78b564/b62ffcb1-241b-4491-b325-bf465a78b564.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/b62ffcb1-241b-4491-b325-bf465a78b564/b62ffcb1-241b-4491-b325-bf465a78b564.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Wednesday Night Recap - Pros and Cons Of the Swinging Lifestyle - Episode 7.48 

This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. 

The Check-In
 -My job offer got...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Wednesday Night Recap - Pros and Cons Of the Swinging Lifestyle - Episode 7.48 <br /><br />This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /> -My job offer got pulled yesterday, due to a hiring freeze. The government agency that I was headed to, changed the contract and just like that, I wasted a month. I’m trusting the Universe knows where I should be, and I’ve already started scheduling interviews again.  <br /><br />Shi Heng Yi on How To Stay Committed To Your GoalsJoin this channel to get access to perks:<a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TdyiAHk4qWw" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/TdyiAHk4qWw</a>SUBSCRIBE FOR MORE MOTIVATIONAL VIDEOS <a href="https://goo.gl/RJDPL0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://goo.gl/RJDPL0</a>  <br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br />Pros and Cons Of the Swinging Lifestyle<br /> <br />-Pros<br /><br /> Enhanced Sexual<br />Communication and Intimacy<br /> Increased Sexual Variety and Exploration<br />Stronger Couple Bond (Potentially)<br />Personal Growth and Confidence<br />Fulfilling Different Needs<br />Social Connections<br />Spicing Up a Relationship <br /><br />-Cons<br /><br />Relationship Strain<br />Mental Health Challenges<br />Social Stigma and Secrecy<br />Time and Financial Commitment<br />Risk of STIs<br />Unequal Investment or Comfort Levels <br /><br />Downsides Of Being Swingers | The Honest Truth About Being Swingers<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11KBa4W6cMM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11KBa4W6cMM</a>4OURPLAY by Bella &amp; Jase<br /><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw4Xhz2YGVA" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lw4Xhz2YGVA</a>@mattcullen Inside a family owned 🍍 club<br /><br />Social Benefits of Swinging Lifestyle<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BAvfR3cwTk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2BAvfR3cwTk</a>Openlove101<br /><br />Friday Night Live - Relationship Anarchy<br /><br />Spreaker<a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br />Spotify<a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br />Youtube<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420 ]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3918</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Swinging is a Vibe, If that’s your jam! - Episode 7.43</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/swinging-is-a-vibe-if-that-s-your-jam-episode-7-43--66023980</link><description><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-I'm in limbo with the Government right now, but I'm good otherwise<br /><br />-Still in limbo, trying to be patient, but I may have to dive back in to actively searching again. <br /><br />-I actually got tested this week and I didn’t fail. Doing the work pays off. <br /><br /><br />Food for Thought: Shi Heng Yi on Living in the Present Moment 🙌🧠<br />Support us - ‪@MotiveFaz‬ <br />Source - ‪@MulliganBrothersInterviews‬<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UNNL3jFVp38" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UNNL3jFVp38</a><br /><br /><br />Swinging is a practice where couples, or individuals, engage in sexual activity with partners other than their primary partner, often for recreational or exploratory purposes. It's a form of non-monogamy, where couples maintain their primary relationship while exploring sexual intimacy with others. <br /><br />Why is it called the swinging lifestyle?<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tEUfa6sA4vk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tEUfa6sA4vk</a><br /><br />4OURPLAY by Bella &amp; Jase<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@4OURPLAYofficial/shorts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@4OURPLAYofficial/shorts</a><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fdyg78q-UlY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fdyg78q-UlY</a><br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/66023980</guid><pubDate>Sat, 10 May 2025 03:01:47 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/66023980/swinging_is_a_vibe_if_that_s_your_jam_episode_7_43.mp3" length="64228867" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8077e63d-b891-420b-b0a8-7befc47ed816/8077e63d-b891-420b-b0a8-7befc47ed816.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8077e63d-b891-420b-b0a8-7befc47ed816/8077e63d-b891-420b-b0a8-7befc47ed816.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/8077e63d-b891-420b-b0a8-7befc47ed816/8077e63d-b891-420b-b0a8-7befc47ed816.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. 

The Check-In

-I'm in limbo with the Government right now, but I'm good otherwise

-Still in limbo, trying to be...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-I'm in limbo with the Government right now, but I'm good otherwise<br /><br />-Still in limbo, trying to be patient, but I may have to dive back in to actively searching again. <br /><br />-I actually got tested this week and I didn’t fail. Doing the work pays off. <br /><br /><br />Food for Thought: Shi Heng Yi on Living in the Present Moment 🙌🧠<br />Support us - ‪@MotiveFaz‬ <br />Source - ‪@MulliganBrothersInterviews‬<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UNNL3jFVp38" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/UNNL3jFVp38</a><br /><br /><br />Swinging is a practice where couples, or individuals, engage in sexual activity with partners other than their primary partner, often for recreational or exploratory purposes. It's a form of non-monogamy, where couples maintain their primary relationship while exploring sexual intimacy with others. <br /><br />Why is it called the swinging lifestyle?<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tEUfa6sA4vk" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/tEUfa6sA4vk</a><br /><br />4OURPLAY by Bella &amp; Jase<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@4OURPLAYofficial/shorts" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@4OURPLAYofficial/shorts</a><br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fdyg78q-UlY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/fdyg78q-UlY</a><br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4015</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>7</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wednesday Night  Recap - Pros and Cons of Ethical Non-Monogamy -  Episode 6.41</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wednesday-night-recap-pros-and-cons-of-ethical-non-monogamy-episode-6-41--65989539</link><description><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-I'm in limbo with the Government right now, but I'm good otherwise<br /><br />Cons Of Ethical Non-Monogamy<br />-Emotional Challenges<br />-Logistical and Practical Challenges<br />-Social and External Challenges<br />-Communication and Relational Challenges<br /><br />Pros Of Ethical Monogamy <br />-Increased Fulfillment and Happiness<br />-Enhanced Communication and Intimacy<br />-Stronger Relationships and Community<br />-Personal Freedom and Autonomy<br /><br /><br />LadyWake: Trauma, Sex &amp; Intimacy <br />Traditional Monogamy vs Ethical Non-Monogamy: The Risks and Benefits<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lh4O77Qkah0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lh4O77Qkah0</a><br /><br /><br />Instagram - @mindsethub Shi Heng Yi - Live a Pleasant Life<br /><br />Friday Night Live - Swinging is a Vibe, If that’s your jam!<br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65989539</guid><pubDate>Thu, 08 May 2025 02:27:28 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65989539/wednesday_night_recap_pros_and_cons_of_ethical_non_monogamy_episode_6_41.mp3" length="59166569" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bac12ae8-d050-4a4b-b5c4-836f62a5fa0e/bac12ae8-d050-4a4b-b5c4-836f62a5fa0e.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bac12ae8-d050-4a4b-b5c4-836f62a5fa0e/bac12ae8-d050-4a4b-b5c4-836f62a5fa0e.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/bac12ae8-d050-4a4b-b5c4-836f62a5fa0e/bac12ae8-d050-4a4b-b5c4-836f62a5fa0e.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. 

The Check-In

-I'm in limbo with the Government right now, but I'm good otherwise

Cons Of Ethical Non-Monogamy...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[This show is still being dedicated to all the men sent to El Salvador without due process. Hoping for their safe return to our shores. <br /><br />The Check-In<br /><br />-I'm in limbo with the Government right now, but I'm good otherwise<br /><br />Cons Of Ethical Non-Monogamy<br />-Emotional Challenges<br />-Logistical and Practical Challenges<br />-Social and External Challenges<br />-Communication and Relational Challenges<br /><br />Pros Of Ethical Monogamy <br />-Increased Fulfillment and Happiness<br />-Enhanced Communication and Intimacy<br />-Stronger Relationships and Community<br />-Personal Freedom and Autonomy<br /><br /><br />LadyWake: Trauma, Sex &amp; Intimacy <br />Traditional Monogamy vs Ethical Non-Monogamy: The Risks and Benefits<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lh4O77Qkah0" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lh4O77Qkah0</a><br /><br /><br />Instagram - @mindsethub Shi Heng Yi - Live a Pleasant Life<br /><br />Friday Night Live - Swinging is a Vibe, If that’s your jam!<br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3698</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Ethical Non-Monogamy 101 - Episode 6.36</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/ethical-non-monogamy-101-episode-6-36--65871795</link><description><![CDATA[The Check In<br /><br />-I’ve spent most of my life in the DMV and I’ve tried to avoid working for the Fedreal government my entire life, and what I’m experiencing is probably the reason why. Everything just takes a very long time. That’s all I’m going to say about it. I’m just basically on hold. <br /><br />-I hope that I’ve brought everyone up to speed on how my addiction has always been a part of my life, and how I'm now working to leave it in the past. <br /><br />-My daughter is coming to visit later in the month, I’ll see if she wants to jump on the POD. I think that she could really tell me a lot about how she was affected by my addictive behaviors<br /><br /><br />The Conversation <br /><br />- I've never really been monogamous<br />- Having conversations with my Ex-Wife even before we got married, created a safe space for us to grow together. <br />- We will start talking about different forms of Ethical Monogamy going forward<br />- Recommend everyone read Designer Relationships: A Guide to Happy Monogamy, Positive Polyamory, and Optimistic Open Relationships <br /><br /><a href="https://a.co/d/b44O8dc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://a.co/d/b44O8dc</a><br /><br /><br /><br />Esther Perel - So let’s talk about Ethical Non-monogamy. <br /><br />Can non-monogamous relationships work?<br />Are you in a one sided relationship? Esther P<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lAkRmd4yoRQ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lAkRmd4yoRQ</a>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65871795</guid><pubDate>Sat, 03 May 2025 01:44:58 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65871795/ethical_non_monogamy_101_episode_6_36.mp3" length="49694279" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a4b32210-b644-43cd-b736-9d998b9c9835/a4b32210-b644-43cd-b736-9d998b9c9835.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a4b32210-b644-43cd-b736-9d998b9c9835/a4b32210-b644-43cd-b736-9d998b9c9835.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/a4b32210-b644-43cd-b736-9d998b9c9835/a4b32210-b644-43cd-b736-9d998b9c9835.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Check In

-I’ve spent most of my life in the DMV and I’ve tried to avoid working for the Fedreal government my entire life, and what I’m experiencing is probably the reason why. Everything just takes a very long time. That’s all I’m going to say...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Check In<br /><br />-I’ve spent most of my life in the DMV and I’ve tried to avoid working for the Fedreal government my entire life, and what I’m experiencing is probably the reason why. Everything just takes a very long time. That’s all I’m going to say about it. I’m just basically on hold. <br /><br />-I hope that I’ve brought everyone up to speed on how my addiction has always been a part of my life, and how I'm now working to leave it in the past. <br /><br />-My daughter is coming to visit later in the month, I’ll see if she wants to jump on the POD. I think that she could really tell me a lot about how she was affected by my addictive behaviors<br /><br /><br />The Conversation <br /><br />- I've never really been monogamous<br />- Having conversations with my Ex-Wife even before we got married, created a safe space for us to grow together. <br />- We will start talking about different forms of Ethical Monogamy going forward<br />- Recommend everyone read Designer Relationships: A Guide to Happy Monogamy, Positive Polyamory, and Optimistic Open Relationships <br /><br /><a href="https://a.co/d/b44O8dc" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://a.co/d/b44O8dc</a><br /><br /><br /><br />Esther Perel - So let’s talk about Ethical Non-monogamy. <br /><br />Can non-monogamous relationships work?<br />Are you in a one sided relationship? Esther P<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lAkRmd4yoRQ" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/shorts/lAkRmd4yoRQ</a>]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3106</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode  5.34</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wednesday-night-recap-episode-5-34--65818825</link><description><![CDATA[The Check-in<br /><br />-I think that the last two episodes have been kind of heavy. I've been processing my first thirty days and dealing with some relationships the right way. More to come! Things are going well <br /><br />-I’ve finally completed all the checks and paperwork for my new position. Should have my starting date soon I’m still practicing patience. The universe will do what the universe will do.<br /><br />-So I’m going to wrap up what we’ve been talking about up until now. My addiction. I believe that I’ve been laying down a firm foundation. So at the end we’re going to light some sage and do a smudging ceremony. Clear out some bad energy, and some intentions for the next thirty days. <br /><br /><br />Let’s Recap - Let’s talk about the Elephant In the Room - Stigma and Shame<br /><br />I think that the most important thing that I received from the last thirty days is my little saying. It’s come to my realization that I feel anxious most of the time and I really don’t know why. I think that I’ve been recognizing it more and that’s been helping a lot. <br /><br />-Know your Truth<br />-Walk in your Truth<br />-Be able to recognize what’s trying to pull you away from your truth<br />-That’s the friction - Anxiety <br /><br />Video: Addiction: A Story of Stigma, By Scott McFadden<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHiN7JftdcY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHiN7JftdcY</a><br /><br />The Stigma of Addiction<br /><a href="https://medium.com/@calvinopiercejr/the-stigma-of-addiction-7856cbb51387" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://medium.com/@calvinopiercejr/the-stigma-of-addiction-7856cbb51387</a><br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65818825</guid><pubDate>Thu, 01 May 2025 02:15:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65818825/the_wednesday_night_recap_episode_5_34.mp3" length="46702570" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7ee3aaae-f782-4659-af67-928f45b4bffa/7ee3aaae-f782-4659-af67-928f45b4bffa.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7ee3aaae-f782-4659-af67-928f45b4bffa/7ee3aaae-f782-4659-af67-928f45b4bffa.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7ee3aaae-f782-4659-af67-928f45b4bffa/7ee3aaae-f782-4659-af67-928f45b4bffa.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Check-in

-I think that the last two episodes have been kind of heavy. I've been processing my first thirty days and dealing with some relationships the right way. More to come! Things are going well 

-I’ve finally completed all the checks and...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Check-in<br /><br />-I think that the last two episodes have been kind of heavy. I've been processing my first thirty days and dealing with some relationships the right way. More to come! Things are going well <br /><br />-I’ve finally completed all the checks and paperwork for my new position. Should have my starting date soon I’m still practicing patience. The universe will do what the universe will do.<br /><br />-So I’m going to wrap up what we’ve been talking about up until now. My addiction. I believe that I’ve been laying down a firm foundation. So at the end we’re going to light some sage and do a smudging ceremony. Clear out some bad energy, and some intentions for the next thirty days. <br /><br /><br />Let’s Recap - Let’s talk about the Elephant In the Room - Stigma and Shame<br /><br />I think that the most important thing that I received from the last thirty days is my little saying. It’s come to my realization that I feel anxious most of the time and I really don’t know why. I think that I’ve been recognizing it more and that’s been helping a lot. <br /><br />-Know your Truth<br />-Walk in your Truth<br />-Be able to recognize what’s trying to pull you away from your truth<br />-That’s the friction - Anxiety <br /><br />Video: Addiction: A Story of Stigma, By Scott McFadden<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHiN7JftdcY" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHiN7JftdcY</a><br /><br />The Stigma of Addiction<br /><a href="https://medium.com/@calvinopiercejr/the-stigma-of-addiction-7856cbb51387" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://medium.com/@calvinopiercejr/the-stigma-of-addiction-7856cbb51387</a><br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2919</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Active Addiction - Episode 5.29</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/active-addiction-episode-5-29--65733329</link><description><![CDATA[Active Addiction - Episode 5.29<br /><br />The Check-in<br /><br />-I’m being patient with the onboarding process of my job, they told me this process would be about three weeks and they did not lie. My faith is in the Universe because it always works out one way or another, and I release the outcome to the universe. <br /><br />-I’m trying to tighten up my podcast, I feel like I’m going in the right direction, but it feels different, but a good different<br /><br />-The one thing I’m looking forward to this summer is the National Cannabis Festival, they hold it here in DC at the RFK stadium every year. Every year I plan to go but I never make it. It’s usually in April, on the 4/20 weekend, but this year it’s on 7/18 and 7/19 and I will be there!. <br /><br />-What's up with Shannon Sharpe?<br /><br />Let’s get to tonight's conversation - Active Addiction<br /><br />Disclaimer - This is going to be a hard one for me, I may get emotional and I may have to skip over some of my points, but we’ll get through it together<br /><br />Let’s Define Active Addiction<br />What is Active Addiction<br />Active addiction is when someone is actively using substances, regardless of the negative consequences. They may be unable to stop on their own and continue to use despite losing their job, home, and family. They may also continue to use despite health problems caused by their addiction. Symptoms of an active addiction include:<br /><br />Neglecting responsibilities at home, work, or school<br />Using substances in risky situations<br />Losing interest in hobbies and activities<br />Withdrawing from friends and family<br />Isolating from others<br />Lying and being secretive<br />Experiencing financial problems<br /><br /><br />Video - Dean Taraborelli<br />Be Recovered: Breaking free from the Disease of Addiction<br />https://www.sanctuary.net/about-us/our-team/dean-taraborelli-b-a/<br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65733329</guid><pubDate>Sat, 26 Apr 2025 01:15:55 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65733329/active_addiction_episode_5_29.mp3" length="52217949" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/acf6a53f-0845-4a79-8438-6e06466565c5/acf6a53f-0845-4a79-8438-6e06466565c5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/acf6a53f-0845-4a79-8438-6e06466565c5/acf6a53f-0845-4a79-8438-6e06466565c5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/acf6a53f-0845-4a79-8438-6e06466565c5/acf6a53f-0845-4a79-8438-6e06466565c5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Active Addiction - Episode 5.29

The Check-in

-I’m being patient with the onboarding process of my job, they told me this process would be about three weeks and they did not lie. My faith is in the Universe because it always works out one way or...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Active Addiction - Episode 5.29<br /><br />The Check-in<br /><br />-I’m being patient with the onboarding process of my job, they told me this process would be about three weeks and they did not lie. My faith is in the Universe because it always works out one way or another, and I release the outcome to the universe. <br /><br />-I’m trying to tighten up my podcast, I feel like I’m going in the right direction, but it feels different, but a good different<br /><br />-The one thing I’m looking forward to this summer is the National Cannabis Festival, they hold it here in DC at the RFK stadium every year. Every year I plan to go but I never make it. It’s usually in April, on the 4/20 weekend, but this year it’s on 7/18 and 7/19 and I will be there!. <br /><br />-What's up with Shannon Sharpe?<br /><br />Let’s get to tonight's conversation - Active Addiction<br /><br />Disclaimer - This is going to be a hard one for me, I may get emotional and I may have to skip over some of my points, but we’ll get through it together<br /><br />Let’s Define Active Addiction<br />What is Active Addiction<br />Active addiction is when someone is actively using substances, regardless of the negative consequences. They may be unable to stop on their own and continue to use despite losing their job, home, and family. They may also continue to use despite health problems caused by their addiction. Symptoms of an active addiction include:<br /><br />Neglecting responsibilities at home, work, or school<br />Using substances in risky situations<br />Losing interest in hobbies and activities<br />Withdrawing from friends and family<br />Isolating from others<br />Lying and being secretive<br />Experiencing financial problems<br /><br /><br />Video - Dean Taraborelli<br />Be Recovered: Breaking free from the Disease of Addiction<br />https://www.sanctuary.net/about-us/our-team/dean-taraborelli-b-a/<br /><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3264</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 4.27</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wednesday-night-recap-episode-4-27--65692071</link><description><![CDATA[The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 4.27<br /><br />Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander, Praying for his safe return.<br /><br />The Check In<br /><br />-Life is good! Starting my job soon. All the background checks are done!<br />-Check-ins are important for me whether I'm in recovery or not! <br />-I'm going to be outside this summer and due to my work schedule my Pod schedule will probably change. Think Saturday Night Live<br /><br />The Recap<br />-Checked out an Instagram video from blackhomeeducaters of Spirituality<br />-Friday's conversation will be about Active Addiction<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65692071</guid><pubDate>Thu, 24 Apr 2025 01:43:46 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65692071/the_wednesday_night_recap_episode_4_27.mp3" length="21365047" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/80651b1d-8bc5-44ae-b725-a291533f16d9/80651b1d-8bc5-44ae-b725-a291533f16d9.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/80651b1d-8bc5-44ae-b725-a291533f16d9/80651b1d-8bc5-44ae-b725-a291533f16d9.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/80651b1d-8bc5-44ae-b725-a291533f16d9/80651b1d-8bc5-44ae-b725-a291533f16d9.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 4.27

Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander, Praying for his safe return.

The Check In

-Life is good! Starting my job soon. All the background checks are done!
-Check-ins are...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 4.27<br /><br />Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander, Praying for his safe return.<br /><br />The Check In<br /><br />-Life is good! Starting my job soon. All the background checks are done!<br />-Check-ins are important for me whether I'm in recovery or not! <br />-I'm going to be outside this summer and due to my work schedule my Pod schedule will probably change. Think Saturday Night Live<br /><br />The Recap<br />-Checked out an Instagram video from blackhomeeducaters of Spirituality<br />-Friday's conversation will be about Active Addiction<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>1336</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Sprituality - Episode 4.22</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/sprituality-episode-4-22--65630355</link><description><![CDATA[-Religion versus Spirituality<br />-Religion is about control<br />-Spirituality is about Growth, Connection and Peace<br />-Shared my deconversion story<br />-Religions and Rules<br />-I personally identify as a spiritual agnostic<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65630355</guid><pubDate>Sat, 19 Apr 2025 02:07:32 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65630355/sprituality_episode_4_22.mp3" length="76784359" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/819562b1-47fa-4a3b-8939-69ef0e6c89f8/819562b1-47fa-4a3b-8939-69ef0e6c89f8.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/819562b1-47fa-4a3b-8939-69ef0e6c89f8/819562b1-47fa-4a3b-8939-69ef0e6c89f8.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/819562b1-47fa-4a3b-8939-69ef0e6c89f8/819562b1-47fa-4a3b-8939-69ef0e6c89f8.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>-Religion versus Spirituality
-Religion is about control
-Spirituality is about Growth, Connection and Peace
-Shared my deconversion story
-Religions and Rules
-I personally identify as a spiritual agnostic

Spreaker...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[-Religion versus Spirituality<br />-Religion is about control<br />-Spirituality is about Growth, Connection and Peace<br />-Shared my deconversion story<br />-Religions and Rules<br />-I personally identify as a spiritual agnostic<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>4799</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Wednesday Night Recap - Episode 3.20</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/wednesday-night-recap-episode-3-20--65601444</link><description><![CDATA[The Wednesday Night Re-Recap Live -Episode 3.20<br /><br />-Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander Praying for his safe return<br /><br />Check In<br /><br />-Accepted a job offer<br />-Played a video of an actual polyamorous woman, if it ain't this, it's not real<br />-Closed the subject on old relationship. It was my fault<br />-Pray for the country, it doesn't look for any of us<br />-Polyamorous Spaces aren't always safe<br />-Played a great clip of a video of How to really get to know someone. Let them live their truth.<br /><br />-Checkout my Pod Partners page, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LoveStarsWorld" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@LoveStarsWorld</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65601444</guid><pubDate>Thu, 17 Apr 2025 02:11:17 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65601444/wednesday_night_recap_episode_3_20.mp3" length="37588078" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7698068e-1f8a-4b9e-b9ec-9c9472949bc2/7698068e-1f8a-4b9e-b9ec-9c9472949bc2.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7698068e-1f8a-4b9e-b9ec-9c9472949bc2/7698068e-1f8a-4b9e-b9ec-9c9472949bc2.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/7698068e-1f8a-4b9e-b9ec-9c9472949bc2/7698068e-1f8a-4b9e-b9ec-9c9472949bc2.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>The Wednesday Night Re-Recap Live -Episode 3.20

-Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander Praying for his safe return

Check In

-Accepted a job offer
-Played a video of an actual polyamorous woman, if it ain't this, it's...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[The Wednesday Night Re-Recap Live -Episode 3.20<br /><br />-Dedicated to Kilmar Ábrego García and his family, a fellow Marylander Praying for his safe return<br /><br />Check In<br /><br />-Accepted a job offer<br />-Played a video of an actual polyamorous woman, if it ain't this, it's not real<br />-Closed the subject on old relationship. It was my fault<br />-Pray for the country, it doesn't look for any of us<br />-Polyamorous Spaces aren't always safe<br />-Played a great clip of a video of How to really get to know someone. Let them live their truth.<br /><br />-Checkout my Pod Partners page, <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@LoveStarsWorld" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@LoveStarsWorld</a><br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>2350</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Plant Medicines and Recovery - Episode 3.16</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/plant-medicines-and-recovery-episode-3-16--65552468</link><description><![CDATA[Check In<br /><br />-I'm afraid for this country. What are we leaving for our children<br />-My first girlfriend reached out to me, to remind me that I was piece of shit<br />-Birthday is Next Week! I here come, 59!<br /><br />Current Events<br /><br />-Is Ne-Yo really Polyamorous? Let's discuss! "NO"<br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />-Plant Medicines can be helpful in in your recover<br />-Most recovery programs are all about abstinence<br />-If you need those programs in your life, GO NOW!<br />-Ultimately it's up to you to live your truth<br />-More about this on Wednesday's Recap<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65552468</guid><pubDate>Sat, 12 Apr 2025 23:54:25 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65552468/plant_medicines_and_recovery_episode_3_16.mp3" length="56369910" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a4d2a2a-08cb-4420-a28b-4191f35273b5/4a4d2a2a-08cb-4420-a28b-4191f35273b5.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a4d2a2a-08cb-4420-a28b-4191f35273b5/4a4d2a2a-08cb-4420-a28b-4191f35273b5.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/4a4d2a2a-08cb-4420-a28b-4191f35273b5/4a4d2a2a-08cb-4420-a28b-4191f35273b5.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Check In

-I'm afraid for this country. What are we leaving for our children
-My first girlfriend reached out to me, to remind me that I was piece of shit
-Birthday is Next Week! I here come, 59!

Current Events

-Is Ne-Yo really Polyamorous? Let's...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Check In<br /><br />-I'm afraid for this country. What are we leaving for our children<br />-My first girlfriend reached out to me, to remind me that I was piece of shit<br />-Birthday is Next Week! I here come, 59!<br /><br />Current Events<br /><br />-Is Ne-Yo really Polyamorous? Let's discuss! "NO"<br /><br />Tonight's Conversation<br /><br />-Plant Medicines can be helpful in in your recover<br />-Most recovery programs are all about abstinence<br />-If you need those programs in your life, GO NOW!<br />-Ultimately it's up to you to live your truth<br />-More about this on Wednesday's Recap<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3524</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Wednesday Night Re-Recap Live -Episode 2.15</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wednesday-night-re-recap-live-episode-2-15--65532808</link><description><![CDATA[-What is your Truth - Let's talk about it<br /><br />-Clip from the Grits and Eggs Podcast "Fear of Instability" Ep. 59 "Bet On Yourself"<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65532808</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Apr 2025 00:42:20 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65532808/the_wednesday_night_re_recap_live_episode_2_15.mp3" length="55669409" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/811ef6b6-bda3-4166-99b4-8c70cb0e5a0f/811ef6b6-bda3-4166-99b4-8c70cb0e5a0f.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/811ef6b6-bda3-4166-99b4-8c70cb0e5a0f/811ef6b6-bda3-4166-99b4-8c70cb0e5a0f.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/811ef6b6-bda3-4166-99b4-8c70cb0e5a0f/811ef6b6-bda3-4166-99b4-8c70cb0e5a0f.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>-What is your Truth - Let's talk about it

-Clip from the Grits and Eggs Podcast "Fear of Instability" Ep. 59 "Bet On Yourself"

Spreaker
https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510

Spotify...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[-What is your Truth - Let's talk about it<br /><br />-Clip from the Grits and Eggs Podcast "Fear of Instability" Ep. 59 "Bet On Yourself"<br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations #addiction #recovery #ethicalnonmonogamy #polyamory #420]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3480</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>Boundaries - Protecting your peace - Episode 2.8</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/boundaries-protecting-your-peace-episode-2-8--65362603</link><description><![CDATA[Boundaries - Protecting Your Peace - Episode 2.8<br /><br />******Strange audio issue during the first ten minutes of the POD*****<br /><br />Check In<br />-Life is Good<br />-Interviewing Like Crazy<br />-Still heading towards recovery!<br /><br />Current Events<br />-We are living to a coup<br />-Watch out for each other<br />-Do Not Riot, But do Protest<br /><br />The Conversation<br />-Boundaries lets people know how you want to be treated<br />-You have to take the time needed to know yourself to know your boundaries<br />-One of my major personal boundaries, please always text me before calling me, not doing it will always get your blocked, just protecting my peace<br />- I know that I'm heading, my emotions are coming back, so the real work will start soon. <br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65362603</guid><pubDate>Sat, 05 Apr 2025 03:40:56 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65362603/boundaries_protecting_your_peace.mp3" length="51177537" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/09ccd826-4cb0-4a95-a116-a316259684d1/09ccd826-4cb0-4a95-a116-a316259684d1.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/09ccd826-4cb0-4a95-a116-a316259684d1/09ccd826-4cb0-4a95-a116-a316259684d1.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/09ccd826-4cb0-4a95-a116-a316259684d1/09ccd826-4cb0-4a95-a116-a316259684d1.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Boundaries - Protecting Your Peace - Episode 2.8

******Strange audio issue during the first ten minutes of the POD*****

Check In
-Life is Good
-Interviewing Like Crazy
-Still heading towards recovery!

Current Events
-We are living to a coup
-Watch...</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Boundaries - Protecting Your Peace - Episode 2.8<br /><br />******Strange audio issue during the first ten minutes of the POD*****<br /><br />Check In<br />-Life is Good<br />-Interviewing Like Crazy<br />-Still heading towards recovery!<br /><br />Current Events<br />-We are living to a coup<br />-Watch out for each other<br />-Do Not Riot, But do Protest<br /><br />The Conversation<br />-Boundaries lets people know how you want to be treated<br />-You have to take the time needed to know yourself to know your boundaries<br />-One of my major personal boundaries, please always text me before calling me, not doing it will always get your blocked, just protecting my peace<br />- I know that I'm heading, my emotions are coming back, so the real work will start soon. <br /><br />Spreaker<br /><a href="https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/transparent-conversations--2755510</a><br /><br />Spotify<br /><a href="https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://open.spotify.com/show/6zPRncAdAd9hzsy6PE1dKM</a><br /><br />Youtube<br /><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.youtube.com/@cpiercejr/videos</a><br /><br />A DMV Podcast Creator's Collective Podcast<br /><br />#dvmpods #transparentconvos #transparentconversations]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>3199</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Wednesday Night Recap - Live</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-wednesday-night-recap-live--65322930</link><description><![CDATA[Just a Wednesday Night Recap Show Live!]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65322930</guid><pubDate>Thu, 03 Apr 2025 01:12:53 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65322930/transparent_conversations_wednesday_night_recap_4_2_2025.mp3" length="7850455" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/394b3cd6-7325-4edc-8461-5d648dda7b98/394b3cd6-7325-4edc-8461-5d648dda7b98.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/394b3cd6-7325-4edc-8461-5d648dda7b98/394b3cd6-7325-4edc-8461-5d648dda7b98.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/394b3cd6-7325-4edc-8461-5d648dda7b98/394b3cd6-7325-4edc-8461-5d648dda7b98.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>Just a Wednesday Night Recap Show Live!</itunes:subtitle><itunes:summary><![CDATA[Just a Wednesday Night Recap Show Live!]]></itunes:summary><itunes:duration>491</itunes:duration><itunes:explicit>false</itunes:explicit><itunes:image href="https://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/abc57f28ed9716d80b56f6cf9af8f1fe.jpg"/><itunes:season>1</itunes:season><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:episodeType>bonus</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title>The Conversation Begins -  Episode 1.1</title><link>https://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-conversation-begins-episode-1-1--65260321</link><description><![CDATA[-How did I end up back in this chair<br />- My Poem - Addiction <br />- Recovery <br />- intention Matters <br />- Check out Redveil, he's from PG County]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65260321</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 19:16:52 +0000</pubDate><enclosure url="https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/api.spreaker.com/download/episode/65260321/the_conversation_begins_episode_1.mp3" length="42366188" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ead32d29-e8b8-484d-838d-7ea114d5aa05/ead32d29-e8b8-484d-838d-7ea114d5aa05.srt" type="application/x-subrip" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ead32d29-e8b8-484d-838d-7ea114d5aa05/ead32d29-e8b8-484d-838d-7ea114d5aa05.txt" type="text/plain" language="en"/><podcast:transcript url="https://transcription.spreaker.com/starship/ead32d29-e8b8-484d-838d-7ea114d5aa05/ead32d29-e8b8-484d-838d-7ea114d5aa05.vtt" type="text/vtt" language="en"/><itunes:author>Calvin Pierce Jr</itunes:author><itunes:subtitle>-How did I end up back in this chair
- My Poem - Addiction 
- Recovery 
- intention Matters 
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