Eat The Rich
271 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★ - 520 ratingsEat The Rich is a show about our political economy, late stage capitalism, and the millionaires, billionaires, and multinational corporations hell bent on staving off its death rattle.
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Theme song by Gavin Castleton.
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Episodes
Patreon Ep 068 - The Biggest Crime Scene in New York with Kenneth Montgomery Teaser
July 18, 2021 17:43 - 11 minutes - 12.7 MBThis week, Dwight is joined by Ken Montgomery (@EsqMontgomery) to discuss the past and present of the American project, criminal "justice," and our fake vegan New Jersey resident future mayor Eric Adams. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 085 - John McAfee with L. Ron Mexico
July 14, 2021 17:38 - 1 hour - 116 MBHere's an obituary for ya: "security expert", expat, alleged drug dealer, drug enthusiast, dog murderer, human murderer, Libertarian Presidential candidate, cryptocurrency guru, sex criminal. This week, friend of the show L. Ron Mexico (@LRonMexico) joins us to excavate the bizarre and wretched life of tech entrepreneur and international fugitive John McAfee.
Patreon Ep 067 - It Doesn't Have To Be Like This Teaser
July 12, 2021 17:25 - 14 minutes - 16.5 MBOn this week's Patreon episode, Chris and Dwight discuss scammers that are making our phones unusable and the ethics of our labor, the dismal state of affordable housing, our unpreparedness for the new climate, and Dwight is visited by a mysterious disembodied voice. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 084 - July 4th Special 2021
July 08, 2021 20:12 - 1 hour - 113 MBAMERICA IS BACK BABAY!!! We've suffered many acute crises and as a reward we have a neo-gilded age! To celebrate the return of the USA, we host our own July 4th BBQ with our pals and comrades to reflect on the past, present, and future of our terrible nation.
Patreon Ep 066 - Into the Great Unknown Known Teaser
July 03, 2021 19:32 - 13 minutes - 15.9 MBOn this week's Patreon episode, we discuss our dearly departed Secretary of Defense and war criminal Donald Rumsfeld, other Bush-era goblins and their current whereabouts, and the ocean which is CURRENTLY ON FIRE. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 083 - David and Jackie Siegel
July 01, 2021 22:05 - 1 hour - 116 MBShe's the Queen of Versailles! Or more accurately, she's the queen of an unfinished megamansion in Orlando, Florida and a house that's covered in dogshit. This week, we discuss the bizarre exploits of timeshare billionaire David Siegel, his beauty queen wife, their quest to build the "biggest house in America" and their family that hates them. Link to the documentary: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mCr6_OeUxYY
Patreon Ep 065 - Into the Spider-Purge Teaser
June 28, 2021 19:44 - 10 minutes - 12 MBOn this week's Patreon episode, we discuss gambling, the booming boardwalk graphic t-shirt industry, Spiderman, the handling of 9/11 in comics books and media, and The Purge series. patreon.com/eattherich
EP 082 - Clive Palmer
June 24, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 90.7 MBIf you could go back in time, what would you like to see? The dinosaurs? The Titanic? What if I told you that you could see a shittier version of all these things thanks to one rich reactionary asshole? This week, we discuss Australian billionaire, humble meme merchant, and poet, Clive Palmer.
Patreon Ep 064 - The Crossroads of Hunter Wilde Teaser
June 22, 2021 17:27 - 15 minutes - 18.2 MBYou ever just sit in your truck and contemplate the fallen earth and the risen Christ? This week, we review the rightwing Christian film, The Crossroads of Hunter Wilde, discuss its baffling filmmaking choices, and slurp some jello shots. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 081 - Bill Gates with Edward Ongweso Jr.
June 17, 2021 22:42 - 2 hours - 144 MBMan, breakups are the worst, right? At least when your marriage is on the rocks and you're about to lose half of your billions of dollars, you can always reach out to a certain private island owning, convicted sex offender friend. This week, Edward Ongweso Jr. (@bigblackjacobin) of the This Machine Kills podcast (@machinekillspod) joins us again to discuss Microsoft founder, tech pirate, and all-around creep, Bill Gates.
Patreon Ep 063 - da hot z0ne Teaser
June 14, 2021 20:33 - 13 minutes - 15.4 MBOn this week's patreon episode, we discuss the state of the pandemic, the life and work of cartoonist and certified crank David Dees, and video games. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 080 - Gilded Age Garbage II
June 10, 2021 15:57 - 1 hour - 114 MBIf it's true that history repeats itself, we've got some bad news... This week we take a look into three more curious cases of wanton Capitalism from the Gilded Age. You will be repulsed by the extravagant social scene of the monied, intrigued by the twist and turns of a peculiar mansion, and frankly grossed out by robber baron era conspicuous consumption.
UNLOCKED: Patreon Ep 062 - Dallas BBQanon with Steven Monacelli
June 09, 2021 14:25 - 1 hour - 82.5 MBThis week, Protean Magazine (@proteanmag) publisher, independent journalist, and Chief Italian Correspondent, Steven Monacelli (@stevanzetti), joins us to discuss his bizarre experience attending the recent QAnon conference in Dallas, Texas. patreon.com/eattherich
Patreon Ep 062 - Dallas BBQanon with Steven Monacelli Teaser
June 05, 2021 16:27 - 18 minutes - 21.5 MBThis week, Protean Magazine (@proteanmag) publisher, independent journalist, and Chief Italian Correspondent, Steven Monacelli (@stevanzetti), joins us to discuss his bizarre experience attending the recent QAnon conference in Dallas, Texas. patreon.com/eattherich
EP 079 - Peter Nygård
June 03, 2021 16:40 - 1 hour - 133 MBWhat happens when an immovable object meets an unstoppable force, but the immovable object is a sex criminal and the unstoppable force is a conservative billionaire that bought a plantation? This week, we discuss the "Canadian Jeffrey Epstein" and fashion magnate Peter Nygård and his baffling feud with billionaire Louis Bacon in the Bahamas. CW: Sexual assault Links to clips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R9gv5HGEfAk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yyi4Z8-8LIQ https://www.youtube.com/wat...
Patreon Ep 061 - Pisstopher Bitchens vs. The Kansas Pope Teaser
May 30, 2021 18:52 - 14 minutes - 16.2 MBThis week, Shane and Cari review Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead, we peruse a catalog of Christian fundamentalist films, and discuss the strange emergence of the true heir to the papacy, Pope Michael of Topeka. patreon.com/eattherich
EP 078 - Chris' Quizzes
May 28, 2021 15:08 - 1 hour - 110 MBOn this week's special trivia episode, birthday boy Chris challenges our mastery of sickos and freaks, "misplaced" nuclear weapons, deceased Grateful Dead keyboard players, and other topics of forbidden knowledge.
UNLOCKED: Patreon Ep 038 - Shano's Trivios
May 25, 2021 14:21 - 1 hour - 78.8 MBThis week, Shane DESTROYS Chris and Dwight with facts and logic with your holiday special trivia episode. (Recorded December 18, 2020) patreon.com/eattherich
Patreon Ep 060 - Supermarket Sheep Teaser
May 22, 2021 18:16 - 10 minutes - 11.5 MBThis week, we discuss Shane's struggle against squirrels, the American cruelty of TV game show Supermarket Sweep, and the status of our crumbling infrastructure. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 077 - Boston Dynamics with Devon
May 20, 2021 23:21 - 1 hour - 125 MBThey walk, they dance, they open doors... they can be outfitted with small munitions....they're here to kill us all and take our jobs while they're at it. This week, Devon (@Devon_OnEarth) of the Kill James Bond podcast (@killjamesbond) joins us to rage against the machine and discuss our future murderers produced by "not a weapons company" Boston Dynamics.
Patreon Ep 059 - A Humanitarian Nightmare Teaser
May 18, 2021 17:27 - 14 minutes - 16.4 MBThis week, we discuss the CDC's conflicting mask mandates, the escalating annexation and genocide in Palestine, and Joe Biden's sundowning descent into crankdom. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 076 - Coca-Cola
May 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 97.6 MBClean, wholesome, American, AND responsible for assassinations in Central America and modern slavery? That's Classic Coke, baby. This week, we discuss the Coca-Cola company, it's sordid past and PR generated present.
Patreon Ep 058 - Romney! Ryan! Romney! Ryan! Teaser
May 10, 2021 17:40 - 7 minutes - 8.06 MBThis week, we discuss the war in Afghanistan and the future of American foreign policy, the state of childcare in America, and we reflect on GOP stooges, past and present. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 075 - Grant Cardone
May 06, 2021 00:01 - 1 hour - 133 MBWell. We were going to do an episode about three hustle culture freaks, but ended up drilling down on just one of the weirdest and most detestable of them. This week, we discuss real estate huckster, lifestyle guru, and ScientoIogist, Grant Cardone.
Patreon Ep 057 - My Hyperspace, App Driven, Scam Car Teaser
May 04, 2021 18:33 - 13 minutes - 15 MBThis week, we discuss invasive flora and fauna broods, Tesla's DRMing of their proprietary software, and former President Trump's cabal of hapless criminals. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 074 - De Beers
April 28, 2021 17:47 - 1 hour - 113 MBA diamond is forever….and is also not a scarce resource that is basically worthless except to symbolize affection thanks to aggressive marketing! This week, we discuss diamond mining exploitation company De Beers' operations, past and current racism, and marketing tactics to convince people to buy expensive rocks.
Patreon Ep 056 - Quit Your Job, Start Smoking, and Never Go to Long Island Teaser
April 25, 2021 18:27 - 16 minutes - 18.6 MBThis week, we discuss our favorite island in New York, investigate Lyndon LaRouche acolytes, lament nanny state interference in nicotine delivery systems, and react to the outcome of the Derek Chauvin trial. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 073 - Walt Disney Part II with Chelsea Rebecca
April 22, 2021 20:42 - 1 hour - 125 MBYou can't own a lion's share of film/TV media all the while treating your workers like garbage right? How will you keep them without becoming a monopo-... oh. This week, Chelsea Rebecca (@carebecc) joins us to discuss part II of our episode on Walt Disney, his legacy, and the ills of big mouse.
Patreon Ep 055 - Pig in a Pen Teaser
April 17, 2021 17:44 - 10 minutes - 11.5 MBThis week, Chris and Dwight discuss the nauseating murder of a child by Chicago PD, Black Maternal Health Week, the volcano disaster in St. Vincent, and Shane's favorite topic: bluegrass. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 072 - Walt Disney Part I with Chelsea Rebecca
April 14, 2021 14:31 - 1 hour - 106 MBYou can't own a lion's share of film/TV media all the while treating your workers like garbage right? How will you keep them without becoming a monopo-... oh. This week, Chelsea Rebecca (@carebecc) joins us to discuss part I of our episode on Walt Disney, his legacy, and the ills of big mouse.
Patreon Ep 054 - The Cadaver Pope Trial Teaser
April 11, 2021 14:50 - 15 minutes - 17.9 MBThis week we mourn the loss of DMX, celebrate the loss of Prince Philip, discuss Biden's ridiculous military budget, and get curious about the Pentagon's sewage situation. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 071 - Bob Iger with Mister Movies
April 08, 2021 16:05 - 1 hour - 128 MBHow do you differentiate a profit hungry, autocannibalizing, oligopoly from one another? Put mouse ears on it! This week, Mister Movies (@mistermoviespod) of the Mister Movies Pod Cast (soundcloud.com/mistermovies) joins us to discuss Bob Iger, executive chairman and former CEO of the Disney Company, and Disney's unquenchable acquisition machine. Minor Godzilla Vs. Kong spoiler from 54:16-55:17
Patreon Ep 053 - What the End of the World Looks Like Teaser
April 03, 2021 17:03 - 5 minutes - 6.04 MBThis week, we do a much needed excavation of former Speaker Of The House and smoking enthusiast, John Boehner as well as lament about the insidious ways Capitalism robs you of your ability to enjoy things. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 070 - Dick Cheney Part II with Cari Hernandez
April 01, 2021 16:40 - 1 hour - 99 MBYou know he's one of the worst people in the world, but do you KNOW he's one of the worst people in the world? This week, Cari Hernandez (@eatinginmycar) joins us for the second installment of a two part episode on former Vice President Dick Cheney.
Patreon Ep 052 - Leave the Boat Alone! Teaser
March 29, 2021 20:13 - 8 minutes - 9.99 MBThis week, we discuss "Big" Dan Rodimer's shifting political persona, the hilarious and worrying situation in the Suez Canal, and Joe Biden's lucid and appropriate address. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 069 - Dick Cheney Part I with Cari Hernandez
March 25, 2021 20:14 - 1 hour - 73 MBYou know he's one of the worst people in the world, but do you KNOW he's one of the worst people in the world? This week, Cari Hernandez (@eatinginmycar) joins us for the first installment of a two part episode on former Vice President Dick Cheney.
Ep 068 - Mark Cuban with Sam Knight
March 17, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 110 MBRemember the most smug, annoying, and obnoxious kid from high school? He basically won the lottery and got everything he ever wanted. Yes, it hurts. This week, Sam Knight from the District Sentinel (@TheDCSentinel) rejoins us to discuss Mark Cuban and his infuriatingly charmed life.
Patreon Ep 050 - Andrew Cuomo Über Alles Teaser
March 13, 2021 18:46 - 10 minutes - 12.4 MBThis week, we discuss the mutual state of our mental health, the ridiculous response from the British royal family to the Meghan/Harry/Oprah interview, and the absolutely baffling behavior from New York's aggro-governor, Andrew Cuomo. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 067 - Jeff Bezos with Paris Marx
March 10, 2021 10:00 - 2 hours - 138 MBSure you've become the richest man in the world, but through union-busting, employee abuses, and monopolies you could become even more the richest man in the world. This week, Paris Marx (@parismarx) joins us to discuss Jeff Bezos.
Patreon Ep 049 - Walls and Wheels, Folks Teaser
March 09, 2021 18:12 - 8 minutes - 10.2 MBThis week, we discuss Trump's extremely on-brand CPAC speech, backstabbing Democrats in the fight for a $15 minimum wage, and New York's famous sex criminal politicians. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 066 - Rio Tinto
March 03, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 93.9 MBWho hasn't, in the course of their work, destroyed 50,000 year old aboriginal artifacts. Could happen to anyone! This week, we discuss metals/mining company Rio Tinto, their origins, human rights abuses, and environmental destruction.
Patreon Ep 066 - Vertigo Fuck Yourself Teaser
February 27, 2021 19:51 - 10 minutes - 11.9 MBThis week, we lament about our Byzantine healthcare system, discuss the willful shortcomings of the Biden administration, and the lack of international coverage of crimes against humanity in preparation for the World Cup. patreon.com/eattherich
Patreon Ep 048 - Vertigo Fuck Yourself Teaser
February 27, 2021 19:51 - 10 minutes - 11.9 MBThis week, we lament about our Byzantine healthcare system, discuss the willful shortcomings of the Biden administration, and the lack of international coverage of crimes against humanity in preparation for the World Cup. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 065 - Brock Pierce with Molly Conger
February 25, 2021 20:40 - 1 hour - 135 MBFormer child actor that rode the dot-com boom as a teenager only to cash out of a World of Warcraft company to then become a Bitcoin billionaire and run for President? WHAT?! This week, Molly Conger (@socialistdogmom) joins us to talk about the curious case of Brock Pierce.
UNLOCKED: Patreon Ep 047 - A Texas Sized Disaster with Steven Monacelli
February 21, 2021 15:15 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBIn light of the polar vortex in Texas and complete failure in government response, we catch up with journalist and friend of the show Steven Monacelli (@stevanzetti) to discuss the situation on the ground and what we can do to help. Mutual aid contribution and resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GJeMLYff_oJg68kEk7Bo-ZiXIZwTgSRPacfZtpDggK0/edit
UNLOCKED: Patreon Ep 046 - A Texas Sized Disaster with Steven Monacelli
February 21, 2021 15:15 - 1 hour - 69.6 MBIn light of the polar vortex in Texas and complete failure in government response, we catch up with journalist and friend of the show Steven Monacelli (@stevanzetti) to discuss the situation on the ground and what we can do to help. Mutual aid contribution and resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1GJeMLYff_oJg68kEk7Bo-ZiXIZwTgSRPacfZtpDggK0/edit
Ep 064 - ScientoIogy Inc. with Cari Hernandez Part II
February 17, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 119 MBAn allegory for America's exceptionalism, anti-democratic tendencies, greed, and paranoia all distilled into one tax-free organization? No problem! This week Cari Hernandez (@eatinginmycar) joins us for part two of a two part series as we discuss ScientoIogy, it's founding, and business empire.
Patreon Ep 046 - Cuomo Derangement Syndrome Teaser
February 13, 2021 21:10 - 8 minutes - 9.31 MBThis week, we discuss the lasting effects of the War On Terror, Andrew Cuomo apologia, and ruminate on Americana. patreon.com/eattherich
Ep 063 - ScientoIogy Inc. with Cari Hernandez Part I
February 10, 2021 22:50 - 1 hour - 125 MBAn allegory for America's exceptionalism, anti-democratic tendencies, greed, and paranoia all distilled into one tax-free organization? No problem! This week Cari Hernandez (@eatinginmycar) joins us for part one of a two part series as we discuss ScientoIogy, it's founding, and business empire.
Patreon Ep 045 - "I've Been Crushing Pepperoni" with Cari Hernandez Teaser
February 07, 2021 17:08 - 7 minutes - 9.06 MBThis week, we're joined by Cari Hernandez (@eatinginmycar) to discuss #reenergizeexxon, propaganda, racist vaccine distribution practices, the Staten Island revolutionary party plenary committee, cured meats, and we give some hints about our main episode's next topic. patreon.com/eattherich