In this episode of Critical Defiance, hosts Neils and BobbySox delve into several pressing issues affecting society today. They kick off by examining the newly enacted ‘Big Bad Bill’ and its implications on social safety nets, clean energy, and the economy. The discussion moves to the climate crisis, highlighting recent tragic events like the Texas floods and European heatwaves. The hosts then turn their attention to the mysterious disappearance of the Epstein client list and its impact on public trust in government transparency. Finally, they explore the Trump administration’s weaponization of policy, focusing on tariffs, immigration, and the forthcoming expansion of ICE. The episode wraps up with a call to action for listeners to stay engaged, critically informed, and proactive in their communities.

Chapters

• (00:00:00 ) - Critical Defiance: The Intellectual Brawl
• (00:02:07 ) - Bill's Vacation
• (00:03:00 ) - A Little Talk About Our Break
• (00:05:14 ) - New York City Pride
• (00:06:37 ) - The Big Bad Bill Is Now Law
• (00:08:21 ) - Republicans on the Health Care Bill
• (00:12:10 ) - The Disappearance of the Epstein File
• (00:15:30 ) - Floods in Texas, Europe
• (00:20:31 ) - weaponization of policy under Trump
• (00:21:49 ) - President Trump Uses Tariffs as a Weapon
• (00:23:47 ) - Immigration Policy as a Weapon
• (00:26:50 ) - Trump, the police state, and more
• (00:30:00 ) - Six Things We Can All Do to Save Democracy
• (00:31:17 ) - Critical Defiance: A Police State Primer