Episode 44: Jace and Laura discuss the 2019 movie "Dark Waters," highlighting the health risks hidden by the DuPont Corporation regarding Teflon. They draw parallels between the movie and other films like "Erin Brockovich," and delve into broader themes of corporate responsibility and governmental oversight. They also reflect on their personal experiences with changing societal norms, the decline in customer service, and parenting styles, particularly around the topic of gentle parenting versus traditional methods. The episode touches on themes of environmental stewardship, the evolution of consumer goods, and the role of regulation in public safety.

00:00 Introduction and Movie Discussion

05:41 Ohio's Environmental Struggles

09:32 Generational Differences in Environmental Concerns

18:44 Parenting Styles Debate

25:51 Political Vibes and Election Dynamics

30:38 Cultural Appropriation and Double Standards

38:43 Customer Service and Modern Inconveniences

Episode 43: Jace and Laura talk about why they've been away for so long and then dive into the latest news surrounding the 2024 election. They discuss Kamala's transition to the top of the ticket, Trump's beef with Project 2025, and why they hope Trump will win in November.

Episode 42: Jace and Laura discuss the SCOTUS ruling telling Colorado it can't keep voters from casting ballots for Donald Trump. Then, they review dueling sci-fi movies, Dune: Part Two and Rebel Moon: Part One. One is the clear winner, but we have to wait to see if the sequels change anything.

Episode 41: Jace and Laura react to listener feedback re: the Alabama IVF case and discuss whether and how much to shelter your kids from popular culture. Things take a turn for the nerdy when we look at that viral MSNBC clip warning that scary Christian Nationalists believe rights come from God, not the government.

Notes:

• Jace defining Christian Nationalism (Episode 31)
• Heidi Przybyla MSNBC Clip
• Auron MacIntyre, "MSNBC vs. the Declaration of Independence"
• Mike Sabo, "Christian Nationalism Isn't Going Away"
• Leo Strauss, "Natural Right and History"

Episode 40: Jace and Laura celebrate the recent Alabama Supreme Court decision recognizing frozen embryos as children. Then, they consider whether Yahoo Finance is right about the top seven things middle class Americans won't be able to afford in five years. Stay tuned for a review of chips fried in avocado oil.

Episode 39: Jace and Laura talk about the controversy surrounding Kyte Baby and consider common objections to Dave Ramsey's financial advice. Even though Dave still white knuckles many of his boomer tendencies, his financial plan is still the best way to find financial peace.

Links:

That single-income mom's Instagram

Caleb Hammer's YouTube Page

Dave Ramsey's YouTube Page

Episode 38: Jace and Laura talk about the stakes of the 2024 elections and ask whether Vox.com's focus on car crash deaths is part of a conspiracy to take away our vehicles. Plus, NASA says we are going back for another (the first?) visit to the Moon just in time for an out-of-this-world presidential election. Are you ready?

Links:

• Vox 2024 predictions
• Tariff t-shirt (context)

Episode 37: Jace and Laura talk with their tech industry friend about recent reports that Signal was funded by the CIA and that Google and Apple might be sharing data from your push notifications with government agencies.

Links:

• Governments snooping on push notifications
• CIA funding Signal