Best Signals Of Fury Podcasts (2025)

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How to Actually Fix U.S. Healthcare: HSAs, Price Transparency & Real Market Signals w/ Crom Carmichael 51:28

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Guest: Crom Carmichael – investor in 60+ startups, host of From Our Generation, and creator of Giants of Political Thought In this episode, Evan Meyer and Crom dig into why healthcare in America costs what it does — and what could truly fix it. They unpack how price transparency, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), and market-driven competition could b…

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Bipartisanship, Structural Partisanship, Activists vs Jurors & Comfort w/ Ambiguity | Shannon Watson 50:20

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Support the show About Evan Meyer Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-fo…

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Inside California’s Bill Process: Power, Politics & Transparency | Senator Roger Niello 36:29

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How do bills really get passed — or stopped — in California? 🏛️ In this episode of Meyerside Chats, Evan Meyer sits down with California State Senator Roger Niello (6th District, Vice Chair of the Senate Budget Committee) to discuss: - The real process behind passing legislation — and why some bills never see a vote. - The Title & Summary Bill and …

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From City Council to Reform Leader: Vijay Luthra on UK Politics, NHS Change & Public Service 35:15

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In this episode of Meyerside Chats, I sit down with Vijay Luthra—a UK-based public service reformist, ex-councilmember, and management consultant—to explore the future of government, the crisis in public trust, and why systems must evolve to meet 21st-century challenges. We dive into small “p” vs. big “P” politics, the transformation of the NHS, tr…

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Mayor Lana Negrete on Fighting Bureaucracy, Homelessness & Starting Up in Santa Monica 53:27

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Support the show About Evan Meyer Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-fo…

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California Assemblyman Rick Zbur & Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete on Cross-Jurisdictional Partnerships 25:12

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Support the show About Evan Meyer Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-fo…

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Santa Monica x Los Angeles: Collaboration to Solve Homelessness, Community Safety & more 24:44

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In this powerful episode, Evan Meyer sits down with Santa Monica Mayor Lana Negrete and Los Angeles Councilmember Traci Park to explore how two neighboring cities are breaking down silos to address homelessness, emergency response, and community safety. From invisible borders on the beach to upcoming global events like the Olympics, this conversati…

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Entrepreneurs & Government - CA Fires, AI, Regulation, Prop 13 | Senator Ben Allen 58:46

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Join us for an insightful conversation with California State Senator Ben Allen as he discusses the complexities of governing through crises, including the devastating wildfires affecting California communities. Senator Allen shares his firsthand experiences and challenges of managing disaster recovery, addressing bureaucratic inefficiencies, and th…

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From Tech Entrepreneur to Mayor of San Jose: Rebuilding trust in Government with Innovation | Mayor Matt Mahan 38:24

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with the Mayor of San Jose, as he discusses his journey from the private sector to public office. Discover the nuances between running a business and managing a city, and learn about the challenges and strategies in tackling issues like homelessness, public safety, and civic engagement. Get an inside look at…

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Civility amongst Crisis: Shola Richards on the LA Fires, Intellectual Humility, Cognitive Bias 58:56

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Navigating Civility: A Deep Dive with Shola Richards Join me and special guest Shola Richards as we discuss the importance of civility in today's world. Shola shares insights from his latest book, 'Civil Unity,' and reflects on its relevance to relationships, workplace environments, and social media conduct. We touch on Shola's testimony before Con…

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Politics, Perspectives, & Progress - A Path Forward | Entrepreneur - Artist - Visionary, Ruben Rojas 1:05:25

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Join me as I sit down with visionary artist and activist Ruben Rojas to explore how we can bridge divides, embrace new perspectives, and bring a spirit of civility into our polarized world. In this candid conversation, we discuss the power of reframing narratives, fostering empathy, and focusing on actionable ways to create meaningful change in our…

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SRC 221: 65 (2023) 40:12

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The Cinematic Flushers take on dino poop! When an alien (Adam Driver) unexpectedly crash lands on Earth 65 million years in the past, he must battle his way past a bunch of CGI dinosaurs to reach an escape vehicle with a child survivor (Ariana Greenblatt) in tow. What follows is 93 minutes of characters constantly looking over their shoulders and r…

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Balancing Urban & Rural Policy in California Government | Mayor Pro Tem Rocky Rhodes, Simi Valley 1:00:06

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The Journey of Rocky Rhodes - From Tech to Coffee and Public Service Join us for an engaging conversation with Mayor Pro Tem Rocky Rhodes of Simi Valley, California, as we explore his unique journey from the high-tech industry to founding a coffee business and eventually delving into public service. This episode dives into the principles of compass…

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Revolutionizing Politics: Embracing Augmented Democracy & Collective Intelligence | Cesar Hidalgo 54:47

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In this episode of Meyerside Chats, Evan Meyer speaks with Cesar Hidalgo, a Chilean Spanish-American scholar known for his contributions to economic complexity, data visualization, and applied artificial intelligence. They discuss the problems with democracy today, such as political polarization and identity-based politics. They also explore the id…

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SRC 220: The Sword And The Sorcerer (1982) 55:27

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The Cinematic Flusher take on 80's fantasy! When a warrior (Lee Horsely) is asked to save a kingdom from a brutal tyrant (Richard Lynch), he finds himself up against an entire army and an evil sorcerer (Richard Moll). Cinematic Flushers Copper Yuenger and Paul Hawkins join Honor Knight as they Amish beard up to flush this medieval cinematic turd. S…

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Transcendent Listening: How Understanding Different Perspectives Drives Change with Leslie Crutchfield 58:52

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Welcome to another exciting episode of Meyerside Chats! In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Leslie Crutchfield, an author, educator, and social change expert. Leslie is the Executive Director of Business for Impact at Georgetown University McDonough School of Business, and her latest book, "How Change Happens: Why some movements suc…

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SRC 219: Paranormal Activity: Next Of Kin (2021) 51:14

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It's Amish Paradise time! When a young woman (Emily Bader) travels to a secluded Amish community to film a documentary about her mother, she stumbles across a Devil's cult that wants her to stay around long after filming is completed. Cinematic Flushers Copper Yuenger and Paul Hawkins join Honor Knight as they churn some poop to flush this Amish tu…

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Technology, Informed Decision-Making & Bridging Politics | Dean of Public Policy & Information Systems, Carnegie Melon, Ramayya Krishnan 45:05

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In this episode of Meyerside Chats, Evan Meyer interviews Rammayya Krishnan, Dean of Public Policy and Information Systems @ Carnegie Melon University, an expert in digital transformation and technology management. They discuss the role of decision-making models in voting, particularly in local and state issues. Krishnan highlights the importance o…

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Leadership, Transparency & Distorted Narratives | US Ambassador, David Satterfield 50:29

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In this episode, we delve into the critical issues of leadership, transparency, and distorted narratives that impact the construction of a more perfect union in the United States. Our guest, David Satterfield, brings a wealth of experience and firsthand knowledge from being in the room where important conversations take place. We explore the limita…

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Us & Them - Escaping the Human Condition | Dean of Public Policy, Brandeis, Maria Madison 1:11:05

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Maria Madison is the interim Dean of Brandeis University. A trained global public health researcher, Madison holds a Doctorate in population and international health from Harvard. She joined Brandeis with over two decades of international experience, designing, implementing and managing various projects and studies including clinical drug trials an…

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Democratic Backsliding & the Politics of Confirmation Bias | Chair, Politics Department, Princeton | Nolan McCarty 1:00:01

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Summary Intro to Nolan McCary | 0:00 What is Democratic backsliding and are we experiencing it? | 5:15 Why every president is blamed or praised for his successes and failures depending on what side you're on? | 6:30 How the train derailment in East Palestine exemplified the fundamental toxic polarization issue? | 7:40 Politics of confirmation bias …

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Church & State, Moral Standards, Money's Role in Politics | Texas State Rep, Kyle Biedermann 1:06:50

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Recorded January 19, 2023 Evan Meyer welcomes Former Texas State Representative, Kyle Biedermann (R-TX) on this episode of Meyerside Chats. Meyerside Chats seeks to eliminate the "us and them" narrative and toxic polarization by striving to create virtuous community leadership and authentic conversation. The intent is to showcase the humanity in th…

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COVID response, Mental Illness, Housing & Homelessness | Dean of Public Policy, New York University, Sherry Glied 52:37

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Recorded February 1,, 2023 Evan Meyer welcomes the Dean of Public Policy at New York University, Sherry Glied on this episode of Meyerside Chats. Meyerside Chats seeks to eliminate the "us and them" narrative and toxic polarization by striving to create virtuous community leadership and authentic conversation. The intent is to showcase the humanity…

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Artificial Intelligence, Election Process & Civics | US Congressman, Jay Obernolte 53:29

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An informative chat with U.S. Congressman, Jay Obernolte on this episode of Meyerside Chats. Please subscribe to my channel to help eliminate the "us and them" political narrative. Please pardon my less-than-ideal microphone during this episode filmed during my travels. Meyerside Chats seeks to eliminate the "us and them" narrative and toxic polari…

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Can we regain trust in government & fix politics? | US Congressman, Ted Lieu 1:00:07

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Support the show About Evan Meyer Tech entrepreneur and civic leader - he founded mygovtools.org, a platform to drive government efficiency, constituent representation, and civic engagement; BeautifyEarth.com, a platform accelerating urban beautification through art; and its sister nonprofit, transforming schools in underserved areas. He also co-fo…

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Trans Rights, Housing & Toxic Polarity Politics | California Senator, Scott Wiener 32:09

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With so many issues at the forefront of today’s society, polarization in our political climate is at an all-time high. From the issues of trans rights to tackling homelessness, everyone seems to have varied opinions on what to prioritize. Here to share thoughts on the matter is Senator Scott Wiener, representative of District 11 in the California S…

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Government: Similarities & Differences - Wroclaw, Poland: Part 2 | Councilman, Michal Kurczewski. 58:16

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Continuing his deep dive into the local government of Wrocław, Poland, Evan Meyer chats with Councilman Michal Kurczewski. Together, they discuss how their two-party system works and how they solve conflicts when passing mandates. Michal explains why a proper feedback-gathering mechanism must be implemented to ensure every constituent is heard, min…

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Government: Similarities & Differences - Wrocław, Poland: Part 1 | Councilman, Bartlomiej Ciazynski 42:27

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The world is vast, and with it comes different places that have different ways of looking at things. What can we learn from them? Here to shed some light on what it’s like to live under the local government of Wrocław, Poland, is Councilman Bartlomiej Ciazynski. He is the Deputy Chair of the city council and Social Advisor to the Mayor of Wroclaw f…

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Fact, Faith, Politics And Policies | Dean of Public Policy, Pepperdine University, Pete Peterson 50:42

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There is no hotter topic than politics. And with the midterm elections coming up, Evan Meyer chats with Pete Peterson to talk about what politics looks like and discusses important topics, including perceived threats from overseas, the COVID pandemic, and social issues that continue to drive US politics and policies. They also share their insights …

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Bringing Balanced Leadership & Common Sense in Californian Government | California Senator, Brian Dahle 49:06

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Evan Meyer welcomes Senator Brian Dahle to this edition of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. California State Senator and Republican gubernatorial nominee Brian Dahle talks about the need for government leaders to go beyond the sound bites and work on com…

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Writing Policy & the Nature of Politics at the State Senate | California Senator, Ben Allen 1:00:08

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Evan Meyer welcomes California State Senator, Ben Allen on this episode of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. California State Senator Ben Allen was elected in 2014 (and reelected in 2018) to represent the 26th Senate District covering the Westside, Hollyw…

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Creating Unity in Bridging Political Divides | Braver Angels Non-Profit, Directors, Randy Lioz & John Wood 53:55

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Evan Meyer welcomes BraverAngels.org on this edition of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. Evan Meyer welcomes John Wood and Randy Lioz with BraverAngels.org on this edition of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | City Manager, David White 1:05:37

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Evan Meyer welcomes David White to this edition of Meyerside Chats. Are you interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. David White is the current City Manager for the City of Santa Monica. White joined in October 2021 after serving as deputy city manager in Berkeley, where he cham…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | Chief of Police, Ramon Batista 1:09:38

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Evan Meyer welcomes Chief of Police Ramon Batista to this edition of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. Ramon Batista is the current Chief of Police for the City of Santa Monica. "Putting values into action" is one of his fundamental approaches to law enfo…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | Chief Communications Officer, Debbie Lee 1:05:10

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Evan Meyer welcomes Debbie Lee to this edition of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. Debbie has been the Chief Communications Officer for the City of Santa Monica for the past 8 years. Previously working for SM Travel & Tourism, and Downtown SM, Debbie has…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | Councilmember, Lana Negrete 1:20:02

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Evan Meyer welcomes Lana Negrete to this edition of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. Meyerside Chats seeks to eliminate the "us and them" narrative and toxic polarization by praising those who lead by example, virtuous community leadership, and authentic…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | Councilmember, Phil Brock 1:24:31

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Evan Meyer sits down with Councilman Phil Brock on the latest episode of Meyerside Chats. Summary: – The power of art. – The many opportunities for SM to be a “cradle of the arts in LA”. – We need a “crusade of culture”. – More art and music opportunities at our parks. – Santa Monica’s rich history. – Why is there distrust and how do we get rid of …

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | Mayor & Councilmember, Gleam Davis 1:18:24

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Community building is more than just doing acts of charity or being a law-obedient individual. At its more profound level, it is about creating a solutions-oriented public discourse between leaders and citizens. Evan Meyer explains how to achieve this common ground with Councilwoman Gleam Davis of Santa Monica. She discusses why politicians and peo…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | CEO, Downtown Santa Monica, Kathleen Rawson 1:03:24

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After serving Downtown Santa Monica as its CEO for over two decades, Kathleen Rawson is now leaving to assume a new leadership role at The Hollywood Partnership. In this conversation with Evan Meyer, she looks back on vastly changing the landscape of Downtown Santa Monica, which she proudly considers her life's work. She explains how she started th…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | CEO, Santa Monica Chamber of Commerce, Laurel Rosen 1:04:23

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What's business like in Santa Monica post-pandemic? Joining Evan Meyer to shed light on the situation is Laurel Rosen, CEO and President of Santa Monica Chamber, for 23 years and running. As a civic leader, Laurel shares what the current state of business is like and what leaders should be doing for their business, their employees, themselves, and …

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SRC 218: Slay Belles (2018) 49:31

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It's Jingle Turds month! When three urban explorers stumble into an abandoned holiday theme park, they team up with a forgotten Santa Claus (Barry Bostwick) to stop a rampaging Krampus before it's too late. Welcome to SLAY BELLES! Cinematic Flushers Copper Yuenger and Paul Hawkins join Honor Knight as they lube up their candy canes to flush this Xm…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | Commissioner, Albin Gielicz 43:44

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Evan Meyer welcomes Albin Gielicz to this edition of Meyerside Chats. Are you interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. Santa Monica Travel and Tourism Chairman, Park and Recreation Commissioner, and past president and board member of nearly a dozen of Santa Monica’s various sust…

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SRC 216: Peppermint (2018) 43:19

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Ready for a racist action turd? Jennifer Garner headlines PEPPERMINT, a 2018 revenge film where she watches her husband and daughter get gunned down by an "evil" Mexican drug cartel, only to return five years later and kill every "evil" Mexican in greater Los Angeles. Cinematic Flushers Copper Yuenger and Paul Hawkins join Honor Knight as they shar…

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City of Santa Monica & the Path Toward Civility | Commissioner, Marc Morgenstern 42:20

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Evan Meyer welcomes Marc Morgenstern to this edition of Meyerside Chats. Interested in any of the civic topics below? Please tune in to Meyerside Chats on the Santa Monica Daily Press. Past Ocean Park Association (OPA) President, Library Commission Chairman, public safety leader, and journalist, Marc Morgenstern discusses the one-year anniversary o…

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SRC 215: Coffee & Kareem (2020) 41:30

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When a Detroit police officer (Ed Helms) teams up with a foul mouth kid (Terrence Little Gardenhigh) to take down a drug kingpin, what follows are a slew of unfunny racial jokes and situations better suited for a Republican conference. Actress Brandi Aguliar joins cinematic flushers Copper Yuenger, Paul Hawkins, and Honor Knight as they lube up the…

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SRC 217: Thankskilling 3 (2012) 48:06

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Happy Turkey Day! When a murderous turkey puppet goes on a Thanksgiving quest to find a lost sequel film, only one human (Daniel Usaj) and a group of crass puppets stand in his way. Actress Brandi Aguliar joins cinematics flushers Copper Yuenger, Paul Hawkins, and Honor Knight as they cranberry sauce up to flush THANKSKILLING 3. We love feedback! T…

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SRC 214: Halloween Kills (2021) 53:38

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When Michael Myers refuses to die, he turns Haddonfield Illinois into a living Hell as he slaughters everyone in his sight while Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) recovers in a hospital bed. It's HALLOWEEN KILLS, where reboot sequels go to die. We love feedback! Tweet us with your comments and suggestions for future flushes!…

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SRC 213: Bad Candy (2020) 49:14

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Scary Turds month continues! DJ Chilly Billy (Corey Taylor) and his sidekick Paul (Zach Galligan) spin crappy tales of terror on Halloween night from a radio station in Conyers, Georgia. It's, BAD CANDY, and "bad" doesn't even begin to describe this cinematic turd. We love feedback! Tweet us with your comments and suggestions for future flushes!…

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SRC 212: Halloween (2018) 52:15

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Scary Turds month continues with a HALLOWEEN reboot! When spree killer Michael Myers escapes from a mental institution after his first rampage 40 years prior, it's up to a now adult Laurie Strode (Jamie Lee Curtis) to stop him for good. We love feedback! Tweet us with your comments and suggestions for future flushes!…

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SRC 211: Demonic (2021) 48:03

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It's Scary Turds month! This week the Cinematic Flushers get into each other's minds to flush Neil Blomkamps' boring demon possession turd, DEMONIC. When a young woman (Carly Pope) is asked by a medical facility to help her comatose mother, she quickly finds herself on a highway to demon hell. We love feedback! Tweet us with your comments and sugge…