Best David Beckemeyer Podcasts (2025)

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Just A Dude and Outrage Overload: Why We’re Mad All the Time and How to Chill Out – with David Beckemeyer 1:15:02

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Summary In this conversation, Nathan Bollman and David Beckemeyer explore the pervasive nature of outrage in modern society, particularly in the context of political polarization and media influence. They discuss the concept of 'outrage porn' and how it shapes public perception, the role of misinformation, and the importance of local engagement in …

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DOCUMENTARY - The Manosphere: A Shadow Network of Influence – Havana Mohr-Ramirez 40:45

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We take a closer look at the online world known as the manosphere—a loose network of communities including incels, Men Going Their Own Way (MGTOW), men’s rights activists (MRAs), and pick-up artists (PUAs). These groups may look different on the surface, but they share a common core: resentment toward feminism, nostalgia for traditional masculinity…

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Just A Dude Unveiling the Thrills: Recoil of Justice with Bradly Elder 47:25

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude Podcast, host Nathan Bollman interviews author Bradley Elder, who shares his journey from being an attorney and CEO to becoming a published author. They discuss the inspiration behind his thriller novel, Recoil of Justice, the challenges of the writing and publishing process, and the character development of R…

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279: Glazing Trump 1:19:47

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Adrian Mack joins Dale to about: Dale D riding trump for getting a ceasefire among other great accomplishments he managed to do while still being a terrible person. MK Ultra. We're not suicidal. A little bit of movie talk. Adrian started talking about JFK and Dale's computer shat itself. Is this a limited hang out Find us: Web outragefactory.com Tw…

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74. When Polarized Communities Work Together – Kira Hamman 34:18

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Why Talking Isn’t Enough to Bridge Divides What happens when people in deeply divided communities set aside differences to work on real problems together? In this episode, we hear from participants in Southern Oregon and from Urban Rural Action’s Senior Director of Programs about how building trust and taking action can bridge divides, create belon…

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Just A Dude Winning Stupid Prizes with Andy Dietrich’s Return 1:11:31

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Summary In this engaging conversation, Nathan Bollman and Andy Dietrich explore a variety of themes including personal updates, humorous anecdotes from work, cultural commentary, and reflections on life. They discuss the significance of relationships, the impact of media on perceptions of identity, and the importance of understanding one's job and …

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BONUS - A lot of angry reactions (remix) - Steven Rathje 51:43

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How social media gives us what captures our attention rather than what we actually want In this episode we talk to Dr. Steven Rathje, building on research from prior episodes, we look at how out-group animosity drives engagement on social media. Dr. Steven Rathje discussing research that found that social media creates incentives for out-group anim…

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Just A Dude Unlocking Mental and Emotional Literacy with Jim Taylor 1:11:17

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Summary In this conversation, Jim shares his journey from being a Marine to becoming a life guru and advocate for mental and emotional literacy. He discusses the importance of these literacies in today's society, the transition from acting to teaching, and the creation of TBC Enterprises. Jim emphasizes the need for curiosity and adaptability in pe…

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278: Video Nasties 1:24:48

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Adrian Mack joins Dale to talk about: Riyadh Comedy Festival. RIP Jane Goodal. Jimmy Kimmel. Also with all our usual glorious tangents Find us: Web outragefactory.com Twitter @OutrageFactPod Insta @outrage_factory Tik Tok @dalederuiter Facebook www.facebook.com/outragefactpod Reddit r/Outragefactorypod Email [email protected] Check out our r…

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Just A Dude and the News: 10/03/2026 21:09

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers significant stories from the past week, including the ongoing government shutdown, international relations regarding Gaza, the FDA's approval of a new abortion pill, a tragic church shooting in Michigan, the arrest of a school superintendent, the Pope's intervention in t…

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73. Rethinking Autism Advocacy – Ari Ne’eman 47:10

24d ago47:10

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What If Inclusion, Not Normalization, Was the Goal? Too often, conversations about autism happen without autistic voices at the table. In this episode, we talk with Ari Ne’eman, Assistant Professor at Harvard and co-founder of the Autistic Self-Advocacy Network, about the real divides in autism advocacy and what a better path forward could look lik…

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Just A Dude and the News: 09/26/2025 18:59

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers significant current events from September 19th to 26th, 2025. The discussion includes President Trump's new tariffs aimed at reshoring jobs, health concerns regarding acetaminophen and autism, a tragic shooting at an ICE facility, potential government shutdowns, the Ryde…

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Just A Dude From Addiction to Advocacy - Ed Kressy’s Wild Ride of Redemption 1:27:59

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Summary In this conversation, Ed Kressy shares his remarkable journey from addiction to recovery, detailing the struggles he faced in his early years, the descent into substance abuse, and the eventual path to redemption through spirituality and service. He emphasizes the importance of overcoming fears, particularly regarding law enforcement, and h…

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Just A Dude and the News: 09/19/2025 22:23

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Summary This episode of Just a Dude in the News covers significant current events from September 12th to September 19th, 2025. Host Nathan Bollman discusses the backlash against social media celebrations following a tragedy, the launch of Operation Midway Blitz for immigration enforcement, economic challenges reflected in rising unemployment claims…

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277: Strategic Tension 1:13:32

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Adrian Mack is on the pod to discuss all the touchey subjects: Charlie Kirk. The Franklin Scandal. The Strategy of Tension. Find us: Web outragefactory.com Twitter @OutrageFactPod Insta @outrage_factory Tik Tok @dalederuiter Facebook www.facebook.com/outragefactpod Reddit r/Outragefactorypod Email [email protected] Check out our redbubble sw…

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72. The Fight to Make Online Spaces Civil Again - Yevgeny Simkin 41:33

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Why Owning Your Online Identity Matters More Than Ever Is it possible to fix social media? In this episode, I’m joined by Yevgeny Simkin, Co-Founder of Sez.us, a new social media platform built to encourage civility and healthier online spaces. We talk about why we need real alternatives to Facebook and Twitter, who controls online conversations to…

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Just A Dude from Setbacks to Comebacks: Cam F. Awesome on Resilience, Boxing, and Becoming a Champion 1:02:37

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Summary In this engaging conversation, Cam Awesome shares his incredible journey from being bullied in school to becoming a 12-time national champion boxer and motivational speaker. He discusses the importance of mindset, resilience, and the power of positive thinking in overcoming adversity. Cam reflects on his setbacks, including being kicked off…

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Just A Dude and the News: 09/12/2025 14:44

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman discusses significant events from September 5th to 12th, 2025, including immigration enforcement actions, economic challenges, the renaming of the Department of Defense, the release of Jeffrey Epstein documents, the tragic shooting of Charlie Kirk, youth violence in schools, ge…

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DOCUMENTARY - What’s Pulling Young Men to the Right? 35:10

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Gen Z’s political gender gap is widening. Young women are trending left, while young men drift right—and it’s not just politics. In this episode, we explore the cultural, social, and economic pressures shaping young men’s identities, from the “manosphere” to societal expectations around masculinity and the pressure to be the breadwinner. We examine…

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Just A Dudette teaching us to Dream Big: Achieve Bigger with Monica Kaufman 1:30:22

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Summary In this conversation, Monica Kaufman, a financial expert, discusses the pervasive issue of financial illiteracy, emphasizing that 80% of the population lacks essential financial knowledge. She explains that money should be viewed as a tool for acquiring skills and knowledge, and highlights the importance of financial fitness, which encompas…

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Just A Dude and the News: 09/05/2025 15:52

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, Nathan Bollman covers a range of significant stories from September 2025, including a shakeup at the CDC, legal battles over higher education funding, investigations into the Federal Reserve, new border security measures in Texas, highlights from the NFL and US Open, updates on COVID vaccines, the…

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71. Do Facts Really Change Minds? – Nick Stagnaro 33:04

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The Shift from Certainty to Nuance We’ve all heard the saying: facts don’t change minds. But new research challenges that idea. In this episode, David talks with social scientist Nick Stagnaro about what happens when people dive deep into the facts on divisive issues like gun control. The findings? Knowledge can soften extreme positions—shifting pe…

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276: Mr & Mrs Swift 1:21:49

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Netanyahu is a demon. Piss Mustard. Cracker Barrel changed their logo and then changed it back because people are dumb with bad taste. Trump had his hand shook too hard. Skwelce Travis Kelce proposed to Taylor Swift. Dale's epic broken phone odyssey. Find us: Web outragefactory.com Twitter @OutrageFactPod Insta @outrage_factory Tik Tok @dalederuite…

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Just A Dude and Sleep, Generosity, and Grit with Tim Thomas 1:59:54

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Summary We sincerely apologize for the audio of this episode. Unfortunately, we had some issues while recording which led to sub-standard audio. In this episode of Just a Dude Podcast, Nathan Bollman interviews Tim Thomas, who shares his journey from facing extreme challenges, including PTSD and the pressures of military life, to discovering the tr…

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Just A Dude and the News: 08/29/2025 16:12

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, Nathan Bollman covers significant news stories from the week of August 22nd to August 29th, 2025. The episode begins with a tragic school shooting in Minneapolis, followed by a discussion on the recent changes in trade policy that could impact consumers. Nathan also addresses the shakeup in CDC le…

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Just A Dude Shifting Mindsets and Breathing Easy with Amanda Russo 46:24

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Summary In this episode, Nathan Bollman speaks with Amanda Russo, known as the Breathing Goddess, about her journey through grief, weight loss, and the transformative power of breathwork. They discuss how breathwork can help individuals navigate emotional challenges, shift their mindsets, and foster personal growth. Amanda shares her experiences wi…

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Just A Dude and the News: 08/22/2025 15:21

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, Nathan Bollman covers significant events from August 15th to August 22nd, 2025. The conversation includes the impact of Hurricane Erin on the Outer Banks, the deployment of the National Guard in Washington, D.C., the economic implications of new tariffs, changes in immigration policy, a false alar…

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70. Is There Still Hope for the Internet? - Kristin Hansen 42:40

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The Hidden Power of Social Norms Social media often gets blamed for fueling outrage and deepening political divides. But what if the very tools that spread division could be used to bridge it? In this episode, we talk with Kristin Hansen, Executive Director of Civic Health Project, about Normsy.ai—a groundbreaking initiative using human-plus-AI too…

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Just A Dude Who Cracked Healthcare: Greg Vigdor’s Detective Dive 38:56

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude Podcast, host Nathan Bollman engages with healthcare expert Greg Vigdor, author of the Irv Tinsley Health Policy Detective series. They explore Greg's journey in healthcare leadership, the challenges within the healthcare system, and how his books blend fiction with real-life healthcare issues. The conversatio…

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275: Adrian Mack Is Back 1:11:14

2M ago1:11:14

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Adrian Mack is back as a guest on the show. Old men like leaving the city. People used to look older. The convoy. Working in an AI landscape. Making art is cathartic and AI is taking that away from us. Dildos at WNBA games has convinced Dale he's still 12 inside. Chat GPT tried to kill a guy by telling him to eat sodium bromide instead of salt. You…

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Just A Dude and the News: 08/15/2025 15:14

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Summary In this episode of 'Just a Dude in the News,' host Nathan Bollman covers significant news stories from August 8th to August 15th, 2025. The discussion includes the upcoming Trump-Putin summit, crime control measures in Washington D.C., Israel's military actions in Gaza, Texas's redistricting controversy, Ghislaine Maxwell's prison transfer,…

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BONUS - Teaching Civics in the Age of Outrage - June Klees 38:39

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What Happens When Students Talk Across Generations? We sit down with with Dr. June Klees, a historian and educator at Bay College, about the Waging Dialogue initiative — a unique civics program designed to help students develop the confidence and skills to engage in dialogue across generational and ideological divides. Students are paired with olde…

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Just A Dudette, Humor, Heart & Chutzpah with Annie Korzen 46:37

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Summary In this engaging conversation, Annie Korzen shares her journey from being a beloved character on Seinfeld to becoming an accidental influencer on TikTok. She discusses the importance of humor in life, the challenges of navigating social media, and the wisdom gained from her long marriage. Annie emphasizes the value of authenticity, the less…

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Just A Dude and the News: 08/08/2025 14:28

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, Nathan Bollman covers the top news stories from August 1st to August 8th, 2025. The discussion includes significant economic changes due to new tariffs, a historic moment in sports with Jen Powell's umpiring debut, a major airline's computer outage, a shooting incident at Fort Stewart, Apple's com…

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69. America’s Connection Opportunity - Kate Carney and Calista Small 34:52

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The Connection Opportunity Report: Hope, Barriers, and the Path Forward How can we truly connect across political, racial, religious, and class divides? In this episode of Outrage Overload, host David Beckemeyer dives into the Connection Opportunity report from More in Common with guests Kate Carney and Calista Small. Discover: ✅ Why most Americans…

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274: Genes is Jeans 1:05:38

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A Dale solo show about: Sydney Sweeney. Other podcasts. Everyone is finally denouncing Israel and how they are doing the war in Gaza. Bongino was supes scandalized about stuff he saw about the Epstein Files. Katy Perry went for dinner with Justin Trudeau Find us: Web outragefactory.com Twitter @OutrageFactPod Insta @outrage_factory Tik Tok @daleder…

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Just A Dude Unlocking the Power of Storytelling with Adam Torres of Mission Matters 1:19:51

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Summary In this conversation, Nathan Bollman and Adam Torres explore the transformative power of storytelling in the business world. Adam shares his journey from being a novice podcaster to the CEO of Mission Matters, emphasizing the importance of authenticity, overcoming fear, and the impact of personal branding in today's digital age. They discus…

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Just A Dude and the News: 08/01/2025 15:29

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers significant news stories from July 25th to August 1st, 2025. The discussion includes a major earthquake on the West Coast, new trade tariffs imposed by President Trump, recent gun violence incidents, and the ongoing immigration policy debates. The episode also touches on…

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Coming To Just A Dude Podcast in August 2025 1:07

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🎉 Get ready for an incredible month of inspiring conversations and powerful insights! Here’s who’s joining us: 📅 August 4, 2025: Adam Torres from Mission Matters will be Unlocking the Power of Storytelling. We Dive into the art of crafting stories that captivate, connect, and inspire action! 📅 August 11, 2025: Annie Korzen the Accidental Influencer…

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Just A Dude from Heart Attacks to Humor with Phil Barth 57:13

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude Podcast, Nathan Bollman interviews Phil Barth, a motivational speaker and author who shares his transformative journey following a heart attack. Phil discusses the importance of managing stress, using humor and creativity to navigate life's challenges, and the lessons learned from his experiences. He introduce…

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Just A Dude and the News: 07/25/2025 16:23

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Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers the top news stories from July 18th to July 25th, 2025. The discussion includes political drama in D.C. involving President Trump and the Federal Reserve, changes in healthcare and vaccination policies, a significant settlement for Columbia University, new tech regulatio…

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68. Is Our Democracy Failing Because We’re Not Thinking Enough? - James Fishkin 42:48

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Is democracy failing because citizens aren’t truly thinking through the issues? In this episode, we hear from Prof. James Fishkin, Stanford scholar and creator of Deliberative Polling, a groundbreaking method used around the world to reveal what people would think if they had the chance to deliberate in depth. Fishkin explains why deliberation is a…

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Just A Dude Born from War with Patrick Naughton 57:36

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude podcast, host Nathan Bollman interviews Patrick Naughton, a U.S. Army officer, military historian, and author of 'Born from War.' They discuss Patrick's military journey, the influence of his family and history on his career, and the lessons learned from Vietnam and Iraq. Patrick shares insights…

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273: Coldplay or Epstein 1:10:45

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This last week it seems like everyone's algorithm is either serving up all Coldplay or all Epstein. Dale has a conspiracy theory about the Epstein list. The CEO at the Coldplay concert is a classic over react but the memes are pretty great. Find us: Web outragefactory.com Twitter @OutrageFactPod Insta @outrage_factory Tik Tok @dalederuiter Facebook…

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Just A Dude and the News: 07/18/2025 18:09

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude Podcast, host Nathan Bollman covers significant news stories from July 11th to July 18th, 2025. The episode discusses the devastating flooding in Central Texas, the destruction of the Grand Canyon Lodge by wildfire, immigration raids and protests, Supreme Court rulings affecting federal employee…

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Outrage on the Mic – Part 3: Rage Sells, But We Don’t Have to Buy It 13:19

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War, political chaos, economic fears, AI disruption—the world feels like it’s on fire. And the media? It never stops pouring fuel on the flames. In this final chapter of the Outrage on the Mic series, we explore how outrage has become the currency of media—from the fiery sermons of Father Coughlin to the viral rants of today’s podcasters and politi…

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Just A Dude Laughing through the Storm with Dave Mowry 1:23:37

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Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, Nathan Bollman and Dave Mowry explore the intersection of mental health and comedy. Dave shares his journey from struggling with bipolar disorder and PTSD to finding healing through humor and teaching stand-up comedy to others facing similar challenges. They discuss the transformative power of l…

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Just A Dude and the News: 07/11/2025 14:20

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Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers significant news stories from July 4th to July 11th, 2025. The conversation includes a devastating flood in Central Texas, President Trump's new tariffs on imports, legal battles over birthright citizenship, the impact of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, re…

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Outrage on the Mic, Part 2: Outrage Has Always Been With Us 34:24

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In Part 2 of our special series Outrage on the Mic, we go back in time to explore how public outrage has shaped societies long before the digital age. David Beckemeyer is joined by Outrageous History! host Ernest Granson, who brings his journalist’s eye to scandals, uprisings, and media-fueled conflicts from the French Revolution to the Spanish-Ame…

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272: Free Hotdog with David Beckemeyer 1:14:42

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David Beckemeyer from Outrage Overload joins the guys as in a cross over episode after Dale and Geoff appeared on an episode of his channels' special "Outrage on the Mic" month long series. The guys discuss the latest news that you've been discussing online. Man kills neighbors at a nudist colony over a hotdog. Diddy only convicted on 2 of 5 charge…