With just ten days left until Election Day and the race neck and neck, today’s episode of The Blindspot dives into the cracks in Kamala Harris’s campaign strategy. Motivated by a low-key panic, I lay out the missteps: from her missed opportunity to go on Joe Rogan’s podcast to a muddled messaging strategy and dodging key questions that demand clear…

On the latest episode of *The Blindspot*, I’m joined by my favorite Uber driver, Richard, at Willington Pizza to dig into the upcoming election and the state of American politics. We cover my curious connection to Hunter Biden’s crack mule, discuss issues like tribalism, government financial mismanagement, immigration, and why everything feels so m…

On today’s episode of The Blindspot, I tackle the 2024 election, which is so close that predicting a winner feels impossible right now. With just three weeks to go, Democrats are in full-blown panic mode, especially as new polling shows a significant drop in nonwhite support. With the clock ticking, there’s no time left to course-correct—they're st…

Recently, acclaimed author Ta-Nehisi Coates appeared on *CBS Sunday Morning* to promote his new pro-Palestine book, *The Message*, but found himself in the crosshairs of Tony Dokoupil's sharp questions. Smelling the controversy like a vulture drawn to rotting meat, I couldn’t resist diving in headfirst. In this episode, I break down the heated exch…

My thoughts on the Ditty situation.Von blindvisualart

Today on The Blindspot, I examine Israel's increasingly bloody conflict with Hezbollah in Lebanon, including the assassination of Hezbollah's leader, Hasan Nasrallah. I explore the key motivations behind the decisions being made by various actors and break down what the U.S. should or shouldn’t do in response. From there, I delve into the larger th…

In this episode of The Blindspot, I cut through the noise to tackle how wars actually end, focusing on the ongoing conflict between Israel and Hamas. There’s this notion floating around that wars end neatly when everyone just decides they’ve had enough, but that's a load of crap—wars end when one side surrenders, or both parties agree to a ceasefir…

On today's episode of The Blindspot, I break down the recent Presidential debate between Vice President Harris and former President Trump. I share my thoughts on who I think won, who the nation thinks won, and what both candidates were aiming to achieve—or should have been. Along the way, expect plenty of tangents, from what you should really be wa…

On the latest episode of *The Blindspot*, I dive into what those of us in the first world should want for people living in unfree societies—that they gain the full spectrum of human rights we enjoy in the West. I then explore the immense challenges of achieving this in practice, providing numerous examples to illustrate the complexity. We’ll discus…

On today's episode of The Blindspot, I kick things off by diving into why I’m a fan of watching the news—it's like getting a real-time update on history as it unfolds. We then shift gears to the Democratic National Convention and the current state of the American presidential election. I explore why conventions were once crucial and why they’ve los…

In this episode, I take you on a tour through some of the biggest current events in global politics, starting with the recent stolen election in Venezuela and the unusually dangerous and chaotic situation in the usually chaotic and dangerous nation of Haiti, with a focus on what the US should do or not. From there, we dive into the Israel-Gaza conf…

On this episode of the Blindspot, I talk about several events that have been in the news lately, from Israel's killing of a Hamas leader while the man was in Iran, to Donald Trump speaking at a convention of Black journalists, to Hesbollah attacking Israel, to Biden's negotiating a prisoner swap with Russia, as I discuss, I kind of mull over things…

Last week on the Blindspot, I laid out what I believed Democrats should do after Joe Biden announced he would not seek his parties renomination for President. Naturally, they did the exact opposite. Now that Kamala Harris is the nominee, I've got plenty to say, which I do. I also briefly discuss the political malleability of J.D. Vance and the resi…

President Biden has decided not to seek his party's nomination due to concerns among Democrats about his chances of winning. This unprecedented move, not seen since the 1960s, has a lot of implications. In this episode of the Blindspot, I recap the political situation so far, explain the current state of the race, and discuss what might happen next…

On the latest episode of The Blind Spot, I dive into the whirlwind of political news from the past three weeks in the United States. We start with Joe Biden's disastrous debate performance, followed by the frantic attempts at damage control. You'll hear about the growing calls from Democratic members of Congress and party elites for Biden to drop o…

Unsatisfied with my earlier discussion of the value of democracy, in this episode I approach the same subject in a different way. Enjoy!Von blindvisualart

In response to many of my friends criticizing aspects of their own democratic governments I've responded with my thoughts on why I think democracy is the best of a series of worse alternatives.Von blindvisualart

I begin the show by talking about a friend of mine's negative attitudes towards the concept of rearing children, and then I have no idea what I talked about, but I do know that I continued to talk for some time, and got through another show, so, there's that. Enjoy.Von blindvisualart

Out of all the episodes of my show that I've done with no guest, this is the one I think is the best so far. Take a listen, and enjoy!Von blindvisualart

On today's episode of the Blindspot, I begin by discussing why the United States should not be a member of the International Criminal Court, which segues into a broader discussion of my thoughts on international law. I then transition into talking about former president Trump's Trial in New York on charges that he used Michael Cohen as a go between…

Some of my good friends have, with differing degrees of seriousness said to me recently that I am a closeted Republican. Annoyed by their mistaken conclusions, I attempt to outline some of my views on major political issues, from the social safety net, healthcare, immigration, abortion, transgender issues, guns, Donald Trump, and several other topi…

In this episode of The Blind Spot, we kick off with L.P. Hartley's idea that "the past is a foreign country," pointing out that the future is too, except we don't know how yet. I make four bold predictions about what's on the horizon, covering global conflict, geopolitical shifts, political upheaval, and the game-changing impact of generative AI. T…

On today's episode of The Blindspot, I delve into a topic I don't often discuss: blindness. Many people are curious about how I perceive the world, so I explain how I navigate my environment and identify objects. I describe how I recognize things by sound, smell, and touch, covering every aspect of blindness that comes to mind. While sharing these …

"In this episode, I examine the complex interplay between the right to protest and the right to public order. I begin by discussing the legal tensions surrounding protests, particularly highlighting a recent incident where law enforcement intervened to shut down scores of college and university protests. I argue that using the occupation of propert…

Today on my show, I have no guest, and I talk about the divisive topic of the war between Israel and Hamas. I try to give my entire view, in the least angry and most nuanced way I am capable of. Tune in as I explore the complexities of this ongoing conflict, aiming to shed light rather than heat on these challenging issues.…

In the latest groundbreaking episode of The Blind Spot, we take our conversation live for the very first time! Kicking off with a bold statement, the episode dives into the controversial stance on why TikTok should be banned in the United States. This opening sets the stage for a broader, deeply engaging discussion of the differences between free s…

Recovering from hernia surgery, on a slightly more than fair dose of oxycontin, I kick off this episode with an update on my recovery and my interactions with the hospital staff. Then, I let loose on Google for its email service becoming less accessible than it used to be. Following that, I dive into a discussion about a college class I'm reluctant…

On the latest episode of The Blindspot, my first repeat guest, my main man Matt, drops by again. We chat about everything from Matt using a pic of my late dog to score karma on Reddit, to Joe Biden's State of the Union, Kenya's plan to send a thousand cops to sort out Haiti, and a persistent malaise in American culture and politics. Plus, a whole l…

In the newest episode of "The Blind Spot," I'm bed-bound due to a hernia, but that hasn't stopped me from talking. From the comfort of my bed, I delve into the nitty-gritty of American domestic and foreign policy, all through the lens of the looming Trump vs. Biden election showdown, which I also give my opinion on. Along the journey, we'll unpack …

In today's episode of The Blindspot, I'm joined by my buddy Matt for an engaging hour-long discussion. We delve into Will Smith's career post-slap incident with Chris Rock, share thoughts on the interviewer DJ Vlad, and explore Joe Biden's age alongside the concerning rise of presidential deep fakes. Our conversation also tackles the profound issue…

Enough said.Von blindvisualart

On this episode of the Blindspot, I mostly talk about the Russia-Ukraine war, with a sidetrack to vent about my feelings on illegal immigrants and Europeans. After that, I answer eight philosophical questions posed by generative AI. Enjoy the show!Von blindvisualart

Join me in this unexpectedly vibrant episode of 'The Blindspot' where serendipity strikes at Applebee's! In a twist of fate, I find my very first podcast guest right in the parking lot. As we share a few drinks, our conversation takes a lively turn, covering everything from the intriguing world of house painting to the nuances of American politics …

A semi-structured rant inspired by my failure to get guests on my show due to various thoughts on opinions, mine and theirs.Von blindvisualart

"On this episode of the Blindspot, I talk about 50 Cent, Elon Musk, the difference between admiring a celebrity and being influenced by that person, mostly in the context of 50 Cent and Elon Musk; Also, I talk about the power of positive thinking and the modern public square."Von blindvisualart

A semi-organized, pugnacious rant. The second Episode of my podcast The Blindspot.Von blindvisualart

This is the first episode of my podcast, the Blindspot. Enjoy or not.Von blindvisualart