In an election year without an incumbent, no one wants anyone to believe anything is going right. Everything is awful and we need to make it better, according to the political folks of all stripes. Comedian Tim Young disagrees, and this week he begins filming a web series called “America Doesn’t Suck” to prove his point.… Read More Episode 22: America Doesn’t Suck with Tim Young
When James O’Keefe agreed to join me on this week’s Crummy Little Podcast, I figured we’d chat about him exposing possible voter fraud in New Hampshire. And we did, but we also talked a bit about where he and his organization, Project Veritas, fit in the journalism landscape. Years ago, I sent James a message after… Read More Episode 21: New Journalism with James O’Keefe
People bemoan the amount of money in politics all the time. Dan Backer thinks there isn’t enough – and on this crummy little podcast, he discusses whether our system properly fosters the speech we need to make informed decisions. Dan should know – as the President of DB Capitol Strategies, he’s fought the FEC as far as the… Read More Episode 20: Money in politics with Dan Backer
As plaintiff’s counsel in McCutcheon v. FEC, Dan Backer knows something about the Supreme Court. Before we recorded an upcoming interview, Dan was nice enough to share his thoughts on the passing of Justice Antonin Scalia. Listen/download it here or subscribe on iTunes. Extras: In case you’re wondering, there is a “right answer” for politicians who are asked about… Read More SPECIAL: Dan Backer on Justice Scalia
Through its Free Basics program, Facebook offered free, limited Internet access to poor people in India – a nation which is rapidly developing. Incredibly, India turned them down. Here in the United States, bureaucrats and courts are considering policies that could shape – or re-shape – what our cherished Internet looks like over the coming years and… Read More Episode 19: The future of the Internet with Jerri Ann Henry
It’s Primary Day in New Hampshire, and Beverly Hallberg is back on this Crummy Little Podcast! Before you watch the returns tonight, be sure to listen to Beverly’s take on the last round of debates – and what the candidates need to say tonight on their way to South Carolina. Listen/download it here or subscribe on iTunes. Extras:… Read More Episode 18: Debate mistakes with Beverly Hallberg
After pulling a draw play on the crowds, I finally saw Star Wars Episode VII. And, as promised back in December, Geekie Awards judge Ken Campbell came back to talk through the latest installment and the future of the franchise. I’d warn about spoilers, but I’m fairly certain everyone who is worried about such things has seen… Read More Episode 17: Talking Star Wars with Ken Campbell
Like football in Los Angeles, the Crummy Little Podcast is back for 2016. Think tank analyst, municipal policy expert, and San Diego Chargers fan Vince Vasquez joins the show to talk about the NFL’s California merry-go-round, which have already put the Rams in LA and looks poised to bring the Chargers north, too. Vince mixes the… Read More Episode 16: Vince Vasquez on the NFL’s California Drama (“Everything’s gonna be okay, I’m in San Diego”)
Geekie Awards judge Ken Campbell joins the Christmas Week edition of this Crummy Little Podcast. I’ve heard there’s a big sci-fi/fantasy movie in theaters now that all the kids were going to, so Ken helps break it down. In addition to great analysis of what makes the Star Wars universe so much fun – and… Read More Episode 15: A Star Wars Holiday Special with Ken Campbell (NO SPOILERS)
Recorded on the first night of Hanukkah, this edition of the Crummy Little Podcast features Geoffrey Woliner. Through his comany, Winning Wit, Geoff helps people incorporate humor in speeches and other public communications. And a Happy Hanukkah to anyone who celebrates it. You can enjoy Geoff’s rendition of The Hanukkah Story right at the top of the… Read More Episode 14: Geoff Woliner | “Happy Hanukkah to any Jews you may know.”
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