Drinkers & Thinkers
35 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 2 years ago -Drinkers & Thinkers is Dan & Mike's podcast devoted to discussing the news, politics, and the world we live in, all with a classy beverage in hand.
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Episodes
Ep 26: The Mendacity of Hope
June 27, 2022 00:00 - 44 minutes - 30.8 MBIn episode 26 Dan is flying solo and has some things to say regarding June 24th SCOTUS ruling. Beyond just the abortion issue, we talk about Saudi Arabia in advance of Joe Biden's apology tour to that country, we get an update on ANDREW GILLUM!!!!!, and we speak briefly about some election shenanigans. Visit our website for more fun!
Ep. 25: Bullets, and Boris, and a Brawl at the Capitol
June 13, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 43.2 MBIn Episode 25 Mike & Dan talk about the January 6th hearings. Can they be fruitful, or are they just deflecting attention from Congressional ineptitude? Later we discuss the future and the staying power of Boris Johnson, who just survived a no-confidence vote from his own ranks. We discuss guns and gun culture in the US in the wake of a spate of shootings. Finally, a quick look at some of the 2022 races in the state of California Visit our website for more!
Ep 24: China....China....CHINA
June 01, 2022 01:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBIn this episode Mike and Dan unintelligibly argue....erm....discuss ....the China and Taiwan dilemma. Republic of China or People's Republic? One China or a free and open Taiwan? To summarize....Dan hates everything and Mike wants a nuclear war....to say we are more nuanced than that, would be lying! Visit our website and say hi! https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/
Episode 23: The Crisis is YOU
May 17, 2022 22:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBIn Episode 23 Mike & Dan take on the 'crisis' at the border. We discuss the border itself, policy, roots of the growing anti-immigrant sentiment in America, and how we could move forward. For more Drinkers & Thinkers visit our website and blog HERE
Episode 22: Wade Wins, We ALL Lose
May 05, 2022 18:00 - 54 minutes - 37.7 MBEpisode 22 has come very early as a result of the leaked SCOTUS ruling on abortion. Mike & Dan weigh in on the perspective ruling giving their thoughts on abortion; body autonomy; the legal decision itself; the political impact; and the leak. We will be back on May 16th with our normally scheduled episode and until then, thanks for listening. Visit our website and blog HERE !
Episode 21: The Freedom to Speak and the Wisdom to Listen
May 02, 2022 23:00 - 51 minutes - 35 MBIn episode 21 Mike & Dan kick off talking about Elon Musk and his impending purchase of Twitter. They talk about what changes if any may occur, the damage that could be done to Elon's other business interests, and do people have the right to ceaselessly complain about every little thing. The conversation takes a brief turn toward free speech and the notion that perhaps the human race isn't quite mature enough to handle the incredible tools that the internet has given us. Pivoting to foreig...
Episode 20: A Buffet of Discontent
April 18, 2022 23:00 - 54 minutes - 37.3 MBIn Episode 20 Dan is solo, and takes on a veritable grab bag of issues. Ginni Thomas, wife of SCOTUS Justice Clarence Thomas has long swam in the far-right muck, but her profile has been raised now that her January 6th text messages came to light. Does a wife of a Justice get more scrutiny than the spouse of a congressperson or executive official? After a recent subway shooting in New York City we chat about the safety of big cities and the way we view the different kinds of crime in urba...
Episode 19: Inflation...or the Parable of Volcker the Great
April 05, 2022 02:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBMike and Dan are back this week to talk about inflation and the wider economy. We discuss where inflation is at and where it could go, and deliberate on the action (or inaction) of the Fed which has kept the US at near 0% interest for over a decade. What can the past tell us, and what can it teach us? Were there indications that the global supply chain was vulnerable prior to Covid? Was Covid the cause, or simply the thing that destroyed the illusion? We discuss the worldwide shipping and...
Episode 18: President Biden....D is for Disappointment, D is for Democrat
March 21, 2022 23:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBIn this episode Dan is hosting solo, discussing Biden's first year in office from the highs to the lows to the no shows. Promises made, promises kept. We talk through the rather short list of promises this President has delivered on during his first year in office. Admittedly, progress is progress and these things deserve to be mentioned, but they haven't stopped his approval rating from sliding. Is there a 'Biden Doctrine'? Foreign policy was supposed to be a strength of this President, a...
Episode 17: Ukraine....and.....WE ARE BACK!
March 09, 2022 03:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode we discuss the ongoing crisis in Ukraine, examining five key issues. How did the Western liberal order collide with Russia over Ukraine? What has led us to a Russian invasion of a European nation? We walk through the road to war, and if there were opportunities, in hindsight, to prevent this. We also examine the weaknesses exhibit by the previous few US Presidents with regard to Putin We discuss the conflict on the ground and in progress in Ukraine, and the state of the Ru...
Epsidoe 16: We All Need a Drink.....
August 25, 2020 01:00 - 53 minutes - 36.4 MBIn episode 16 I give a quick rundown on my thoughts on the Democratic Convention, as we brace for the impending Republican endeavor. I also have some thoughts on wildfires, Belarus, and Trump's newly released campaign platform....after which, you'll need a drink, so hop on Drizzly and through this link or with our affiliate code, DRINKERSTHINKERS, for 5% off! Visit our website and drop us a line! Also, I'm looking to bring a listener or two onto the show soon!!! So reach out to me with...
Episode 15: Told you so!
August 17, 2020 23:00 - 46 minutes - 32 MBIn this episode I give my thoughts on Kamala Harris as the nominee, some other various musings....and I get to say I TOLD YOU SO regarding the post office (see episode 1)! Visit our website and say hi! IF YOU WANT TO COME ON THE SHOW AND DEBATE anything at all, send me an email [email protected] to be selected as an listener guest!!!! Also, use our affiliate link for Drizly DRINKERSTHINKERS
Episode 14: Habemus VP! We have a nominee!
August 12, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThe days top story was the selection of Kamala Harris as Joe Biden's running mate. Melanie D'Arrigo, Jovan C Richards, and Mike Banach join me to talk about the pick and the future. Also my take on Trumps executive orders, congresses failures, and Bernie....being Bernie Visit our Website and drop a line! Also visit our affiliate Drizly for alcohol delivery anytime and anywhere
Episode 14: Habemus VP! We have a nominee!
August 12, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 62.2 MBThe days top story was the selection of Kamala Harris as Joe Biden's running mate. Melanie D'Arrigo, Jovan C Richards, and Mike Banach join me to talk about the pick and the future. Also my take on Trumps executive orders, congresses failures, and Bernie....being Bernie Visit our Website and drop a line! Also visit our affiliate Drizly for alcohol delivery anytime and anywhere
Episode 13: I'm not a Conspiracy Theorist...but....
August 01, 2020 03:00 - 59 minutes - 40.6 MBSome more random musings from anti-trust, to elections, to EPSTEINDIDNTKILLHIMSELF. Use Drinkers & Thinkers as an hour long distraction as our country descends into the abyss! Visit our website and drop me a line! Go to Drizly and use our affilikate code DRINKERSTHINKERS for 5% off your order!!
Ep 12: Making a list, checking it twice...gonna call out the Left and the Right
July 25, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 41.6 MBSome musings for the week on diversity, video game industry practices, China, and fascism. What could go wrong? Visit the website Check out Drizly for on the spot alcohol deliver Think first, drink later (and often)
Ep 11: Correctional Healthcare
July 18, 2020 02:00 - 1 hour - 62.3 MBIn this episode we have the distinct pleasure of speaking with Alison O. Jordan, a leader in the public health sector for 25 years, and now the co-founder of ACOJA Consulting, an internationally recognized team skilled in improving health and human services, university research and government programs through strategic planning, technical support and guidance.. She talks to us about the correctional healthcare system, the shambolic state of it, and the efforts that she and others are mounti...
Ep 10: SCOTUS & Elephants & Listners Oh My!
July 10, 2020 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBIn episode ten we are doing another grab bag of issues including the two Trump-centric supreme court decisions, student visas, climate change and some other odds and ends, featuring the rest of our listener questions. Check out our website and new blog for more Drinking and Thinking https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/ Be sure to hit up Drizly, our affiliates for on demand alcohol! https://drizly.sjv.io/c/2375839/574519/9425
Episode Nine
July 03, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBIn episode nine I muse (once again) about the supreme court, Black Lives Matter, and a return to school in September? ....and I took questions from the listners If you need to drink so you can think....follow my Drizly affiliate link for local and quick delivery of liquor, wine, and beer! https://drizly.sjv.io/c/2375839/574519/9425 Visit our website https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/ Email us at [email protected]
Biden's VP? Harris? Warren?? Rice??? - Episode Eight
June 26, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIn this episode Mike Banach and I discuss the top 13 possible VP picks for Biden as selected by the NY Times...fun discussions abound. Also my thought on John Bolton's book, another giveaway..... ......aaaaaand it took 8 episodes but I have finally LOST my temper while recording! [email protected] https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/
Ep 8: Biden's VP? Harris? Warren?? Rice???
June 26, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIn this episode Mike Banach and I discuss the top 13 possible VP picks for Biden as selected by the NY Times...fun discussions abound. Also my thought on John Bolton's book, another giveaway..... ......aaaaaand it took 8 episodes but I have finally LOST my temper while recording! [email protected] https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/
Ep 8: Biden's VP? Harris? Warren?? Rice???
June 26, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIn this episode Mike Banach and I discuss the top 13 possible VP picks for Biden as selected by the NY Times...fun discussions abound. Also my thought on John Bolton's book, another giveaway..... ......aaaaaand it took 8 episodes but I have finally LOST my temper while recording! [email protected] https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/
Episode Eight
June 26, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBIn this episode Mike Banach and I discuss the top 13 possible VP picks for Biden as selected by the NY Times...fun discussions abound. Also my thought on John Bolton's book, another giveaway..... ......aaaaaand it took 8 episodes but I have finally LOST my temper while recording! [email protected] https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/
Special Episode - Primary Night
June 24, 2020 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.6 MBIt's the night of the NY state primary, and we decided to have a chat with our favorite NY democrat Jovan C Richards. We look at a few races, see some real time results, chat about the VP and have some fun. We will be back with episode 8 at the end of the week as usual. https://www.drinkersthinkers.com/ [email protected] Follow Jovan on Twitter @theprince914
Episode Seven
June 19, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIn this episode we have a multi-guest panel of to discuss immigration, including Ties from the Netherlands, Ana from Colombia, and Mustafa from Turkey. Also a look at some big SCOTUS rulings handed down this week, as well as a grim hypothetical about the 2020 election. Visit our website and signup for our emails to learn how you can call into the show in future episodes! www.drinkersthinkers.com Email us at [email protected]
The Immigration Experience - Episode Seven
June 19, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIn this episode we have a multi-guest panel of to discuss the immigration experience, including Ties from the Netherlands, Ana from Colombia, and Mustafa from Turkey. Also a look at some big SCOTUS rulings handed down this week, as well as a grim hypothetical about the 2020 election. Visit our website and signup for our emails to learn how you can call into the show in future episodes! www.drinkersthinkers.com Email us at [email protected]
Ep 7: The Immigration Experience
June 19, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 68.9 MBIn this episode we have a multi-guest panel of to discuss the immigration experience, including Ties from the Netherlands, Ana from Colombia, and Mustafa from Turkey. Also a look at some big SCOTUS rulings handed down this week, as well as a grim hypothetical about the 2020 election. Visit our website and signup for our emails to learn how you can call into the show in future episodes! www.drinkersthinkers.com Email us at [email protected]
Episode Six
June 13, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBIn this episode we have a special guest co-host in Michael K. Banach, where we chat about the 2020 election, some domestic issues, and China. Our first foreign policy focused segment! Find us on Facebook and Twitter and let your friends know! So great to have Mike on board, and thanks as always to you listners! [email protected] www.drinkersthinkers.com
China - Episode Six
June 13, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 72.2 MBIn this episode we have a special guest co-host in Michael K. Banach, where we chat about the 2020 election, some domestic issues, and China. Our first foreign policy focused segment! Find us on Facebook and Twitter and let your friends know! So great to have Mike on board, and thanks as always to you listners! [email protected] www.drinkersthinkers.com
Episode 5
June 05, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBIn this episode we are joined by Melanie D'Arrigo, candidate in NY 3rd district for congress. We talk about her experiences as a first time candidate, and policy positions. https://www.darrigo2020.com/ Also we talk about the insurrection act, the police, and more. drinkersthinkers.com [email protected] Tune in next week for another giveaway!
Episode Five
June 05, 2020 07:00 - 1 hour - 63.6 MBIn this episode we are joined by Melanie D'Arrigo, candidate in NY 3rd district for congress. We talk about her experiences as a first time candidate, and policy positions. https://www.darrigo2020.com/ Also we talk about the insurrection act, the police, and more. drinkersthinkers.com [email protected] Tune in next week for another giveaway!
Episode Four
May 29, 2020 03:00 - 2 hours - 84.2 MBIn this episode, attorney Jim Black joins us to talk about the legality of lockdowns. Also my thoughts on the ongoing saga of police killings, a rant on Andrew Gillum (yup...that Andrew Gillum), billionaires and trillionaires, and of course, the results of our first giveaway! James M. Black II is a partner at Silverman Acampora, General Counsel to the firm and chair of its Government Contracts & Compliance Group. A 1986 graduate of Hofstra Law School, Jim has over 30 years experience in co...
Episode Three
May 22, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.7 MBEpisode Three! This week we chat with a real life, living & breathing Libertarian, Anthony Pellegrino. We have a conversation about his party, and about third party politics in the United States. Anthony Pellegrino is an economic rights activist and Libertarian Party member of 10 years. The full-time bookkeeper was previously the Events Director for the Larry Sharpe's 2018 NYS gubernatorial campaign and, as Finance Director, organized the fundraising push the Libertarian Party of NYS need...
Episode Two
May 15, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MBIn this episode, topics range from Sweden, to the Catholic church, to SCOTUS. All in addition to this weeks guest, Democratic operative, radio host, and all around good guy Jovan C Richards who joins me for a chat about the state of the democratic party now, and in the future. To further engage with the podcast, email me at [email protected]
Episode One
May 08, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBThe inaugural episode of Drinkers & Thinkers! Definitely going to be the one I look back on and cringe at..... But nonetheless, we will take a look through he weeks news, talk about what the Federal Government SHOULD have done to address the financial crisis unfolding, and speak with Paul Lichtman, a biological and environmental research scientist about the dread Covid-19 Corona virus.