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Middle Theory

By: Micah Hanks
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  • News, current events, history, and politics... without the slant of the mainstream. On the Middle Theory podcast, Micah Hanks provides an independent, nonpartisan look at what's happening in the world, and always with a nod to the lessons history can teach us. The tone is often dark, but with a penchant for humor, aimed at creating images in the mind and colors in the listener's ear while diving into the issues of today. Hanks takes an approach that is skeptical and highly caffeinated, asking hard questions about news, politics, cultural trends, historical events, and other relevant topics. Middle Theory is willing to ask questions and address viewpoints that many listeners will disagree with, but also cause them to think critically and challenge their own ideas and ideologies. Join us for a mental foray into the "radical center" on Middle Theory.
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Episodes
  • This is Middle Theory | 05.12.22.

    This is Middle Theory | 05.12.22.
    May 12 2022
    This week, we ask how we became so polarized, and look at the underlying reasons for division in our culture in a discussion about the meaning behind the "Middle Theory."   Can't we all just get along? What are the roots of the conflicts we see in the world around us... from the geopolitical stage, to our neighborhoods and communities? Although polls over the years offer mixed results, a recurring theme is that voters often tend to be more moderate than the politicians they vote for. Why, then, does there appear to be so much polarization in society, both in politics, and in other areas of life? One result has been that many profess to be politically independent, entirely apolitical, or political "centrists" in an attempt to avoid the polarized viewpoints that so often predominate discussions in the media. And yet, an analysis of the range of ways people define "centrism" even gets confused... how can we have a discussion over the merits, or lack thereof, of a political philosophy when no one seems to agree on a definition for it? This has been one of the long-running themes of the Middle Theory podcast, and one that we explore in depth on this special edition of the podcast. This... is Middle Theory.  UKRAINE FUND: Support Ukraine Relief DOLLARS FOR DONUTS A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week: Jon HaskinsVictoria PinderskiJonathan TaylorJohn LipartitoJames Malone If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:   We also offer SUBSCRIPTION accounts for those who would like to make recurring monthly payments to Middle Theory. If you would prefer to SUBSCRIBE to the program, click here to visit our DONATES page, and scroll down below the primary DONATE button.  SHOW NOTES CAWTHORN: Madison Cawthorn says 'blackmail won't win' after nude video surfacesMYSTERY MUSK: Elon Musk fans concerned after billionaire writes chilling post on Twitter about dying 'under mysterious circumstances FED: Fed raises rates by half a percentage point — the biggest hike in two decades — to fight inflation NO JOKE: “Nobody's Safe”: Dave Chappelle Attack Raises Concerns for PerformersPOLARIZED: This Is The Reason American Politics Are So Polarized How Politics Got So Polarized | The New YorkerEVIDENCE: How Polarized are Citizens? Measuring Ideology from the Ground-Up Cross-Country Trends in Affective Polarization CENTRIST MISCONCEPTIONS: The Problem with Balance: My Issue with Centrism Why You Shouldn't be a Centrist | YIP Institute   The Impossibility of Centrism - The Atlantic THE MIDDLE WAY: Middle Way - Wikipedia JOIN US: REACH OUT TO MIDDLE THEORY To send us feedback, you can email us here. Also, follow Middle Theory on Twitter too... this is highly recommended, and may even be vital for some of you. Finally, as mentioned earlier, some may be further compelled to donate to the program, which helps keep ads for survival gear, water filters, male enhancement supplements, and do-it-yourself earthworm farming kits off the program.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Nuclear Options | 05.03.22.

    Nuclear Options | 05.03.22.
    May 3 2022
    This week, growing concerns over Russia's nuclear rhetoric in recent days have experts looking at how far Vladimir Putin might go in his quest to conquer Ukraine.  This week, as recent polls (finally) show Biden's approval ratings are on the rise, we take a look at what it could mean heading into the mid-terms in November. Meanwhile, Elon Musk has provided reporters with a few vague ideas of what he plans to do with Twitter... putting him into a unique position in terms of political perception and leanings. Then, shifting our attention to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, world leaders have expressed concerns about simulations broadcast on Russian state media depicting potential nuclear strike targets throughout Europe. How far might Vladimir Putin be willing to go as his back is increasingly pressed against the wall, and could this even escalate to the point of weighing the dreaded nuclear option? UKRAINE FUND: Support Ukraine Relief DOLLARS FOR DONUTS A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week: Dennis Koch Daniel Baumberger Jill Ellis Brett GilesRobert Walshe  If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:   We also offer SUBSCRIPTION accounts for those who would like to make recurring monthly payments to Middle Theory. If you would prefer to SUBSCRIBE to the program, click here to visit our DONATES page, and scroll down below the primary DONATE button.  SHOW NOTES POLLS: Biden ticks up, but GOP holds advantage on economy, Post-ABC poll findsMUSK: Elon Musk's big plans for Twitter: What we know so far | AP News COVID: CA cases rising. New wave? Oprah says it’s too soon remove masks from planes 'We've not seen the WORST of Covid' warns Microsoft billionaire Bill GatesQUESTIONS: Reputed Deutsche Bank whistleblower and federal informant found dead SPIES LIKE US: Russian Spies Hilariously Screw Up Putin's 'Assassination Plot' Claim NUCLEAR OPTIONS: Russian state TV simulates nuke strike on Europe More danger than Cuban Missile Crisis? Putin is inching towards his nukes, threatening to annihilate the world if he fails to capture Ukraine, says foreign affairs expert  The Guardian view on Putin's nuclear threats: Russia is losing in Ukraine NIP AND TUCKER: How Tucker Carlson Stoked White Fear to Conquer Cable What to Know About Tucker Carlson's Rise JOIN US: REACH OUT TO MIDDLE THEORY To send us feedback, you can email us here. Also, follow Middle Theory on Twitter too... this is highly recommended, and may even be vital for some of you. Finally, as mentioned earlier, some may be further compelled to donate to the program, which helps keep ads for survival gear, water filters, male enhancement supplements, and do-it-yourself earthworm farming kits off the program.
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    42 mins
  • Elon Musk and the Battle for Twitter | 04.27.22.

    Elon Musk and the Battle for Twitter | 04.27.22.
    Apr 28 2022
    With Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, controversy ensues over issues of transparency and freedom of speech, and whether the platform can improve under Musk's leadership. This week, the White House announced that Vice President Kamala Harris has tested positive for COVID-19, which may be the least of her problems based on a new book that reportedly reveals tensions between she and other members of the Biden Administration, including the President. We also look at the current situation involving statements this week by Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Mark Milley and Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, which shed new light on the U.S. military's role in the war in Ukraine. Elsewhere, controversy has erupted around Elon Musk's sudden acquisition of Twitter... and many are concerned about what this means for the future of the company, and issues related to free speech and transparency. We look at all of these stories this week on Middle Theory.  UKRAINE FUND: Support Ukraine Relief DOLLARS FOR DONUTS A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week: Robert CramerJennie Vongvith Jessica Riley Jennifer Garland Kevin Webb Mark Hankins II Stacia SchwartzAli Buchan Brian Davis If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:   We also offer SUBSCRIPTION accounts for those who would like to make recurring monthly payments to Middle Theory. If you would prefer to SUBSCRIBE to the program, click here to visit our DONATES page, and scroll down below the primary DONATE button.  SHOW NOTES COVID: Kamala Harris tests positive for Covid as Vice President isolates with no symptomsBAD BLOOD: Biden Left GOP Senators 'Taken Aback' With Harsh Dismissal of HarrisBIG BUY: Elon Musk to buy Twitter for $44B and take it privateBIG BIRD: Twitter accepts Elon Musk's buyout dealFEAR: Twitter workers face a reality they've long feared: Elon Musk as ownerFREE SPEECH: Elon Musk says he wants free speech, but his track record suggests otherwise Elon Musk's Twitter revolution: Rebellious staff claim their new boss is 'dangerous for democracy'BEZOS: Jeff Bezos trolls Elon Musk over Twitter dealMYSTERIES: Elon Musk's $21 Billion Mystery: Where Will Tesla Ceo Get Cash For Twitter? Funding obscured: The family office behind buyout Takeover sets up clash with Europe regulations Trump says he won't rejoin. Some advisers don't believe himDORSEY: With Musk in Charge at Twitter, Could Jack Come Back? Dorsey's bizarre lifestyle revealedFACEBOOK: Facebook Doesn't Know What It Does With Your Data, Or Where It Goes JOIN US: REACH OUT TO MIDDLE THEORY To send us feedback, you can email us here. Also, follow Middle Theory on Twitter too... this is highly recommended, and may even be vital for some of you. Finally, as mentioned earlier, some may be further compelled to donate to the program, which helps keep ads for survival gear, water filters, male enhancement supplements, and do-it-yourself earthworm farming kits off the program.
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    44 mins
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