
The Evolution of Spooky Season
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In this Critical Defiance episode, hosts Bobby Sox, Bill, and Neils examine Halloween’s evolution from ancient Samhain rites to modern practices. They discuss Roman and medieval influences, personal memories, horror films, and current debates like ‘Jesus Ween,’ illustrating how cultural shifts have transformed Halloween into a lengthy, commercialized celebration.

Class Warfare: The Fight You Didn’t Know You Inherited – Part Two
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The second part of “Class Warfare” discusses American class stratification and wealth gaps, exploring elite manipulation of perceptions. It critiques the individualistic ‘bootstraps’ mentality, highlights scapegoating minorities, and advocates for community action and political engagement. Examples from past revolutions and figures like Sanders and AOC inspire collective efforts for change.

Class Warfare: The Fight You Didn’t Know You Inherited – Part One
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In the first part of a two-part episode, hosts explore class warfare by sharing personal experiences and examining wage stagnation and wealth disparity. They analyze historical contexts, capitalism’s systemic nature, and political influences on economic inequality, highlighting issues like the housing crisis, healthcare costs, and education expenses that marginalize the…

Beyond Books: The Evolution of Libraries
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In this week’s Critical Defiance episode, hosts announce a shift to educational content based on listener feedback, releasing episodes bi-weekly for better quality. The discussion focuses on modern libraries as community hubs, addressing funding cuts and book bans, featuring insights from library expert Paige on their evolving societal role.








