Long in the Boot

<p>A blend of history, education, interviews, and current events with a Louisiana flavor!</p>

I Want an Oompa Loompa Now!

After a Long hiatus, Long in the Boot returns with a Willy Wonka inspired episode. First, Deb takes a look at the creator of Wonka, Roald Dahl, to discover what inspired him to create the chocolaty tale. G. Long and Deb follow that with a comparison of the story to today's headlines. It may surprise absolutely no one that many of our current government officials follow the teachings of Veruca Salt when making the important decisions that affect us all. It's a sweet to hear treat on this episo...

10-22
01:09:46

It's The Donald Trump Show!

At long last, this is where we are. All we have left is mockery and satire, combined with incredulity. G. Long and Deb discuss the never ending reality show that is the current administration. From Government ownership of business to ethnic cleansing, from violations of due process to military occupation. There is nothing this administration won't do in order to secure power forever. Join us as we discuss the national man-baby's march to dictatorship on this episode of the Long in the Boot Po...

08-26
01:04:00

The Screen is the Splinter of the Mind's Eye.

A little late but we made it! This week, we take a look at societal and cultural evolution in the age of the "device". Television used to be feared but today's screens are far beyond what people envisioned just 50 years ago. What happens to a society when the device becomes an extension of our senses or when we allow the almighty algorithm to dictate what we see and hear? From "Memetics" to "The Virus of the Mind" to the ideas behind the 1983 movie, "Videodrome", G. Long and Deb try to bring ...

08-03
01:13:07

A.I., Epstein, and Love Dolls. Oh My!

You might think that A.I., Epstein, and Love Dolls have nothing to do with one another but think again! G. Long and Deb find the connections that others fail to see...or hear....or something like that. We'll take a look at the Epstein Coverup and how Pam Bondi can't seem to find any evidence. We will also look at the confluence of Artificial Intelligence and Sex Dolls and how the digital age is changing our culture and society. How will this affect men, women, and relationships going forward?...

07-16
01:09:49

What Happens When Trust Is Gone?

After a long hiatus, G. Long and Deb are back behind the microphones with a question. What happens when trust in the foundations of our democracy is broken? Can a republic even function without a basic trust in our political, business, and judicial leaders? Along with those heavy questions, Deb takes a look at hand gestures through history and her investigation might surprise you. Long in the Boot begins its sixth year with a look at the loss of trust in those that lead and why many of our le...

07-02
01:16:50

Conspiracies, Cons, and Hoaxes. Oh My!

G. Long and Deb dig in to a mix of conspiracy theories, sketchy archaeology, and questionable science. Everything from giants to Christ's DNA on this week's episode of the Long in the Boot Podcast! Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Facebook! Email: longintheboot@gmail.com Call Us: 337-502-9011

06-04
01:11:15

Theme Free Headline Shuffle!

Another TREMENDOUS, episode of LONG IN THE BOOT, with G. LONG AND DEB! That's right. And believe me, they've got the most AMAZING, the most beautiful headlines for you today. NOBODY, and I mean NOBODY, covers the headlines like they do. They're going to talk about the FAKE NEWS, of course, because the press always out to get me. Some people say they're the ENEMY of the people, you know that. But they're re also going to talk about some of the INCREDIBLE things that are happening, the GREAT TH...

05-21
50:58

From Telling Lies to Speaking Truth!

The last episode had us looking at the age old tradition of telling lies, so it only seems right to go the other way! Speaking truth though, can often get the speaker in trouble unless done in a careful way! This week, G. Long and Deb are discussing satire in history. Satire, especially comedic satire, has been used to speak truth about leaders, despots, society, religion, and everything in between for more than a thousand years. Plato, Erasmus, Swift, Twain, and others have demonstrate...

04-30
01:08:35

Would We Lie to You?

These days, lies seem to be flying all around us. Everywhere and all the time, lies are set free. What is it about the human condition that motivates people to lie? G. Long and Deb take a look at the history of lying and what modern science tells us about how quickly we learn the art of telling lies. Is it possible that we are taught to lie almost from birth? All this and a dash of politics on this episode of the Long In The Boot Podcast! Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on...

04-16
01:01:18

It's The Nearly Politics Free Episode!

We've heard our wise and learned listeners and we will respond! This Long in the Boot episode is nearly politics free. Instead, this week, G. Long and Deb take a look at some amazing history. The building of Venice, the history of jaywalking, and the scrolls of Pompeii, just to name a few. Join us for a (he who will not be named) free episode of the Long in the Boot Podcast. Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Facebook! Email: longintheboot@gmail.com C...

04-02
57:51

What The Hegel Is Happening?

Current political events got you down? Maybe the things that are happening fill you with joy. According to Hegel's Pendulum Theory, one or the other must be true. Here at Long in the Boot, we are riding the pendulum right at the middle of the swing. G. Long and Deb take a look at Hegel's Pendulum Theory, Musk's "Cultural Christianity", and a host of other topics on this episode of the Long in the Boot Podcast! Always remember: In the end, The Universe Tends to Unfold as it Should. Send us a t...

02-19
59:05

The Rando Theme Free Episode

G. Long and Deb discuss a random assortment of topics that are in no way related. From phobias to inaugural boobies! This episode spans the gamut of human endeavor, achievement, and degradation. All random and theme free on this episode of the Long in the Boot Podcast! Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Facebook! Email: longintheboot@gmail.com Call Us: 337-502-9011

01-29
59:37

Lipstick, Laws, and Vibes

G. Long and Deb are giving you two topics for the price of one! First, we are looking at the transformative power of lipstick and decoding what your lip shape says about you. Then, we discover whether you can copyright your unique vibe on social media and what that might mean for future influencers. Lips, Laws, and Politics on this episode of the Long in the Boot Podcast. Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Facebook! Email: longintheboot@gmail.com Call...

01-15
58:14

Long in the Boot's Year End Review and Hootenanny!

G. Long and Deb discuss some past year events, some new words of importance, a weird Texas law, and a quick history of everyone's favorite appliance: The Crock Pot! Join us for this freshly baked, freshly recorded episode of the Long in the Boot Podcast! Happy New Year to all our listeners, friends, and family! Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Facebook! Email: longintheboot@gmail.com Call Us: 337-502-9011

01-01
53:24

The Traditionally Non-Traditional Episode

Throughout history there has always been a select group that refuse to bend the knee and follow the dictates of society. G. Long and Deb take a look at some women, who should be better known and who refused to obey the patriarchy. Join us as we examine women who walked their own path on this episode of The Long in the Boot Podcast. Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Facebook! Email: longintheboot@gmail.com Call Us: 337-502-9011

12-04
56:55

Grate Cheese and Butter Capers

G. Long and Deb dip into a spreadable and cheesy topic. You might think high-stakes robberies are just about art, jewels, or money, but through the centuries grate dairy crimes have been whipped up by some slippery bandits. From the infamous Great Butter Heist of 1948 to solving our nation's oldest active murder case , we've uncovered the strange and sometimes deadly world of dairy-driven crime. So grab a chunk of cheese and take the wheel as we investigate a wedge of the bizarre histor...

11-13
01:09:54

Nickel and Dimed to Debt

A penny here, a nickel there, a two percent convenience fee or a little survey. The one thing all of these have in common is they are sucking hard earned dollars and precious time right out of your life. G. Long and Deb take a look at all the little fees, charges, and time sucks that modern life seems to throw our way. From your post doctor visit or shopping experience survey to the tiny fees that add up to real money for many Americans, there seems to be no escape in this marketer driven wor...

10-23
01:00:05

What's in Name? Missed It By That Much!

G. Long and Deb are chasing rabbit's on this episode of the podcast! Deb wonders what's in a name while G. Long considers things that almost happened but didn't. Meanwhile, What the hell is "Honor Culture" and why do people think it's a southern thing? All this and more on this episode of the Long in the Boot Podcast! Send us a text Thanks For Listening! Find us on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Facebook! Email: longintheboot@gmail.com Call Us: 337-502-9011

09-18
49:09

Long in the Boot's Centennial Homecoming!

It's the 100th episode of Long in the Boot! To celebrate, we have brought back the man, myth, original co-host, and legend, Bryant "The Habitron" Habetz! While he may have left the podcast fight game, he still brings the heat with his left hook of humor, and his uppercut of witty banter! He joins us as we spin the imaginary Wheel O' Topics and discuss whatever the fates hold in store! Join G. Long and Deb as we celebrate 100 episodes of podcast chatter on this episode of Long in the Boot!&nbs...

09-04
01:10:05

The Last Podcast of Freedom - 2024 Edition!

Summer break 2024 is wrapping up and G. Long and Deb are headed back to the classroom. So naturally the talk turned to new rules, Louisiana politics and, the harm labeling can cause. The label that kept rearing it's hideous head was "narcissist ". And who better to delve into label theory and narcissism than two people who do a podcast for no other reason than to get to spend a quality hour together with friends. It's the last Podcast of Freedom 2024 Edition on this episode of Long in the Boo...

08-07
52:21

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