Best Left Unread Podcasts (2025)

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157. EPIC-ly Based 1:04:18

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This week we discuss the proposed EPIC City development in North Texas, and the political and social fallout surrounding that. We also touch on the continuing decline of embattled PA Senator John Fetterman, and our love of Crusader Kings III. Please consider checking out our Patreon if you're interested in funding our research: www.patreon.com/left…

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10. The Whisper 22:11

18d ago22:11

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After becoming a bestseller, an author fears for his safety when one of his fans takes it too far. “The Whisper” is written and directed by James Kim The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Perez is the lead sound designer Daniel Martinez is the sound mixer Matthew Wang is the composer Theme music…

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9. Ecce Homo 30:57

25d ago30:57

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A Non-Playable-Character (NPC) pays the ultimate price after getting locked out of his livestream. “Ecce Homo” is written, produced, and directed by Axel Kacoutié The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Perez is the lead sound designer Daniel Martinez is the sound mixer Matthew Wang is the compose…

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156. The King of the Mole People 1:04:32

30d ago1:04:32

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Get ready. The Great Mole Emergence is Nigh! If you're interested in subscribing to our Patreon, you can find all relevant info here: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: [email protected] Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who have tons of great tunes available here: www.itgang…

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8. The Ravine 18:08

1M ago18:08

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A northeast Los Angeles family torn between what home is and what it once was. “The Ravine” is written and directed by Walter Thompson-Hernández The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Perez is the lead sound designer Daniel Martinez is the sound mixer Matthew Wang is the composer Theme music by R…

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7. Dirty Bathwater 20:34

1M ago20:34

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Did a podcast producer find a dead girl at the bottom of the Gowanus Canal? No, but what she actually finds will surprise you. Use promo code: ESTRUCTURE for 30% off your next order of PoreProtecc. “Dirty Bathwater” is written and directed by Jazmine (JT) Green The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Di…

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155. The Roanoke Mystery II: The Disappearing Colony 1:12:32

1M ago1:12:32

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This week, in Part 2 of Cam’s look at the Roanoke Colony, we discuss the realities of colonial life in the Americas, the impact on both the indigenous local peoples and the colonists, and the mysterious disappearance of the Colony, which has never been solved. Please consider donating to our Patreon, if you are with extra and would like to help fun…

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6. Left Unread 17:48

2M ago17:48

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Maya tries to apologize to her friends after ghosting, when she receives threats from an unknown number. “Left Unread” is written and directed by Maya Lin Sugarman The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Perez is the lead sound designer Daniel Martinez is the sound mixer Matthew Wang is the compos…

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5. The Unwelcome Guest 16:52

2M ago16:52

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What would you endure for an affordable apartment? May tests her limits against the skeletons in her new closet. “The Unwelcome Guest” is written and directed by Sabrina Cruz The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Perez is the lead sound designer Daniel Martinez is the sound mixer Matthew Wang is…

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154. We've Fallen for One of the Classic Blunders 1:02:46

2M ago1:02:46

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Never get involved in a trade war in Asia. This week is all about tariffs, growing international antagonism by the Trump administration with a particular focus on China, deportations to Salvadoran prisons, and attempts to force leading US Universities to capitulate to presidential demands. It's fun stuff, folks. Please consider visiting our Patreon…

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4. Unbearable 26:36

2M ago26:36

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Helen moves home to care for her mother who lives with Alzheimer’s, but old tensions and new memories make her feel like she’s losing her own mind. “Unbearable” is written, produced, and directed by Talia Augustidis The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Perez is the lead sound designer Daniel Ma…

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3. Carnal 21:03

2M ago21:03

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A young escort meets a strange customer with a disturbing request. “Carnal” is written and directed by So Young Shelly Yo The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Perez is the lead sound designer Daniel Martinez is the sound mixer Matthew Wang is the composer Theme music by Ryo Baum and Robert Garr…

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2. Highs in the 130s 19:35

2M ago19:35

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Los Angeles. 2029. Chaos breaks out as extreme temperatures render the city uninhabitable. As one couple battles to survive, they'll realize the heat isn't the only thing they'll need to beat. “Highs in the 130s” is written and directed by Kimberly Ndombe The executive producers are James Kim and Taylor Chicoine Erica Huang is the producer Diego Pe…

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153. The Roanoke Mystery I: Sir Humphrey Hatches a Plan 1:22:10

3M ago1:22:10

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This week, we head back to the fabled Age of Exploration, when European monarchs were just catching on to the notion that it might be nice to try and exploit the entire world for financial gain. Using the famed disappearance of the Roanoke Colony as our centerpiece, we will explore the social, religious, and economic circumstances surrounding this …

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1. Retreat 16:46

3M ago16:46

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The summer before college can be a disorienting time, a transitional phase of goodbyes, self doubt, and an uncertain future. Young adults question, shed, or fortify their identities in the long days and sudden rain storms of the summer. For Joshua and Ben, their final church youth group retreat provides one last opportunity to find themselves. “Ret…

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152. Toilet Nachos 1:07:22

3M ago1:07:22

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This week, we discuss the inevitable end to the ceasefire in Gaza, the pending increase in the amount of waste allowable in drinking water, how easy it is to make a delicious meal in a hotel bathroom, and much MUCH more! Please consider donating to our patreon: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @gluten_yung @poorfidalgo Email us:…

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Introducing: You Feeling This 2 1:06

3M ago1:06

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151. Ancient Mysteries VIII: The Eastern Cults in Britannia and the Rise of Monotheism 1:40:52

3M ago1:40:52

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Don your ceremonial garb, fanatics, and once more drink of the kykeon. We are again descending into the hallowed sacrificial caverns to explore the nature of the mystery cults on the island of Britannia, and then we shall explore how the cults of the ancient world would give way to the rise of monotheism. You may once again streak across the night …

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150. And That's the Bottom Line... 1:06:46

4M ago1:06:46

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...BECAUSE STONE COLD SAID SO. Elon Musk is the worst guy ever. If you agree, please consider supporting us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: [email protected] Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who have many cool tunes available here: www.itgang.bandcamp.com \m/(…

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149. The Feast of St. Valentine 1:10:08

4M ago1:10:08

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This week, we discuss restaurant grease traps, the joys of Valentine's Day, Elon Musk's juvenile human shield, and we also say 'obsequious' a lot. Like during editing I realized it's kind of egregious. If you guys correctly count how many times we say it Evan won't go into the light. P.S. The music is bad on purpose in this one I swear. We do have …

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148. South of Heaven 1:09:17

4M ago1:09:17

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There are really only three great Slayer albums. We talk about the AI arms race, the state of affairs with Elon, Vivek, and DOGE, and the pros and cons of benevolent rule by Shamans guided from beyond. If you are willing and able, we do have a Patreon account where you can help fund our little podcasting habit ;) www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow u…

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147. HyperBrandonization 1:19:58

5M ago1:19:58

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We bid adieu to the Brandon era. Plz consider supporting us on Patreon, and becoming out Patrons. We desperately crave new Patrons. www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us: @leftunreadpod @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung Email us: [email protected] Theme music courtesy of Interesting Times Gang, who have tons of great tunes for sale here: www.itgang.ba…

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2.7 - Morgan Le Fey & Mariners' Risk 25:34

5M ago25:34

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Featured in this fortnight's issue of the Catalogue: Morgan Le Fey, a 3-volume set by Jacob Sprenger Mariners' Risk, a watercolour painting by Sarah Porter Subscriber to our patreon for bonus episodes, merch, and more! https://patreon.com/phosphenecatalogue 📓 Free transcript: https://www.patreon.com/posts/119634075 🦣 Mastodon https://namtao.com/@Ph…

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146. Barbarians II: It's Cool to Be a Goth 1:38:20

5M ago1:38:20

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Cam continues his Barbarians series by examining the first of our tribal confederacies: The Goths. Picking up where episode 143 left off, we will discuss who these people were, what brought them into conflict with the Roman world, and where and how they appeared as a dominant cultural force in the rapidly changing cultural landscape of Europe in La…

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2.6 - The Garden & Golden Oracle 25:07

5M ago25:07

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Featured in this fortnight's issue of the Catalogue: "The Garden" a watercolour painting by Josephine Croft "Golden Oracle", a linen tapestry Kurbak and Posch The next episode available is available TODAY for subscribers: https://patreon.com/phosphenecatalogue 📓 Free transcript: 🦣 Mastodon https://namtao.com/@PhospheneCatalogue 🎙️ Recorded using a …

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145. Enemy at the Gaetz Redux: Mattocalypse Now 1:36:52

5M ago1:36:52

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The return of the Matt Gaetz saga. Pay for play, sex trafficking, cryptocurrency mines, intelligence, dead spooks, autoerotic asphyxiation, Trump’s return to power, the mysterious Nestor, and the chase for Attorney General. You can confirm Left Unread as the next AGUSA on Twitter: @leftunreadpod (and instagram) @poorfidalgo @gluten_yung If you can …

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2.5 - Portrait of a Young Man & Casket of Wonders 18:06

6M ago18:06

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Featured in this fortnight's issue of the Catalogue: "Portrait of a Young Man", an oil painting by Raffaello Sanzio da Urbino "Casket of Wonders", a walnut box by Embriachi Workshop 📓 Free transcript: https://www.patreon.com/posts/117816210 🦣 Mastodon https://masto.namtao.com/@PhospheneCatalogue 🎙️ Recorded using a RODE NT-1 v5 USB in 32-bit float,…

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144. Like 'Talk To Her', Get It? 1:23:28

6M ago1:23:28

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This week we discuss Hailieilyi Welch's increasingly disastrous career turn as a crypto guru, touch on some developments in the Luigi Mangione assassination case, and go off on some of our favorite books, movies, albums, and video games of 2024. We'll be back soon with Barbarians II, so stay tuned ;) Find our Patreon here, if you are interested and…

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143. Barbarians I: Ends and Beginnings 1:15:04

6M ago1:15:04

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This week, in the introductory episode of Cam's long promised series on the 'Fall' of the Western Roman Empire, and the rise of the 'Barbarians' we outline the mission statement for the series as a whole, and discuss the state of the Roman Empire from the late-2nd Century up through the mid-4th Century CE. This includes the Antonine Plague, the Cri…

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2.4 - Happenings & Fey Tails 15:20

6M ago15:20

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Featured in this fortnight's issue of the Catalogue: "The Juniper Tree", an oil painting by Olive Yorke The next episode available is available TODAY for subscribers: https://patreon.com/phosphenecatalogue 📓 Free transcript: 🦣 Mastodon https://masto.namtao.com/@PhospheneCatalogue 🎙️ Recorded using a RODE NT-1 v5 USB in 32-bit float, edited with REA…

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142. Any Relation to Chuck? 1:16:07

6M ago1:16:07

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This week, we got together to briefly talk about the bizarre failed coup and failed impeachment in South Korea and the events in Syria before diving into whatever the Hell is going on with the assassination of the UHC CEO and the bizarre twists and turns the case has taken so far. You may ride your Citibike to freedom with the LU boys on Twitter: @…

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2.3 - The Sentinal & The Unquiet 18:40

7M ago18:40

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Featured in this fortnight's issue of the Catalogue: "The Sentinel", a statue by Audrey Pennington "The Unquiet", a late 18th Century. Bronze Singing Bowl The next episode available is available TODAY for subscribers: https://patreon.com/phosphenecatalogue 📓 Free transcript: 🦣 Mastodon https://masto.namtao.com/@PhospheneCatalogue 🎙️ Recorded using …

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141. Our Thoughts on New Hit Musical Film 'Wicked' 1:03:58

7M ago1:03:58

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Just kidding, did we clickbait you? Today we sat down and talked about a cool new knife Cam got, God Hideo Kojima, Trump's increasingly horrifying cabinet choices, and the escalation of tensions in Eastern Europe during the Biden lame duck period. Please consider signing up for our humble Patreon at the link below: www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow…

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140. The Results Are In 1:12:57

7M ago1:12:57

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This week we discuss the results of the US Presidential Election which saw Kamala Harris defeated by Donald Trump, who has successfully completed his bid to strip Grover Cleveland of his immortal status as a Bar Trivia answer. We gotta get back to talking history, because woof. Please consider donating to our Patreon if you have the means and the d…

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2.2 - Lithocarta & The Stranger 15:33

7M ago15:33

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Featured in this fortnight's issue of the Catalogue: "Lithocarta", An Astrological Star Map Carved in Stone "The Stranger", Henri Beauchamp. Oil on Canvas, Teak Frame The next episode available is available TODAY for subscribers: https://patreon.com/phosphenecatalogue 📓 Free transcript: https://www.patreon.com/posts/115091892 🦣 Mastodon https://mas…

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139. Chico & the Scamp 1:03:02

7M ago1:03:02

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Your favorite Twisted Twosome of Talk Radio are back to chat about everything from Elon Musk to the hottest Rock and Roll of the EIGHTIES, NINETIES, AUGHTIES, and TODAY on another exciting installment of the Chico & the Scamp Rock Radio Hour, only on LU420 FM, "THE LOO"! Please consider donating to our Patreon, the link to which can be found below.…

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138. 2024 Halloween X Election Spooktacular 1:08:52

8M ago1:08:52

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Happy Halloween, Ghouls and Goblins! This year, we wanted to talk about something truly horrifying. Something utterly bone-chilling. A topic even more horrific than Halloween III: Season of the Witch, which is admittedly a tall order. What is this eerie and macabre subject, you ask? U.S. Electoral Politics, of course! If you want our predictions, y…

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2.1 - Huijia & Sirens 16:40

8M ago16:40

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Featured in this fortnight's issue of the Catalogue: "Huija", an ink wash painting by Li Zhen. "Sirens", an oil painting by Sarah Porter. The next episode available is available TODAY for subscribers: https://patreon.com/phosphenecatalogue 📓 Free transcript: https://www.patreon.com/posts/2-1-huijia-114567058 🦣 Mastodon https://masto.namtao.com/@Pho…

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137. Halloween III: Season of the Witch 1:18:30

8M ago1:18:30

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This week, for a little festive Halloween fun, we watched and discussed the cult classic misfit of the Halloween film franchise: Part III, Season of the Witch. If you've not seen the movie prior to listening, you really ought to check it out. Otherwise, be warned: there are SPOILERS within for a 42 year old flick. Please consider checking out our P…

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136. Here's a Tip for Ya 1:06:02

8M ago1:06:02

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This week we sat down to discuss the unveiling of Elon's super cool bartender robots, tipping culture in American restaurants and local ballot questions in that same vein, the potential debunking of the 'Blue Zone' theory, and the U.S. Government's bungling of Hurricane aid following a brutal storm season in the Southeast. Please consider subscribi…

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135. Ancient Mysteries VII: Roman Britannia, pt. 2 1:28:25

8M ago1:28:25

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Dear initiates, come with us on a journey back to the fog-shrouded island of Britannia as we re-enter the landscape of the ancient mysteries on this exotic land at the edge of the Roman Empire. We will take a look at the different forms of worship in the towns and countryside of Britannia after the coming of the Romans, and then we will look at the…

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134. Let A Thousand Lauras Loom 1:12:53

9M ago1:12:53

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Sorry for the delay in getting this episode out, dear listeners. We've had a rough and busy few weeks lately. We got together to talk about the recent happenings in Trump’s campaign, including Laura Loomer becoming Trump’s Grima Wormtongue, the bizarre second assassination attempt, and finally spend a fair bit of time going over the horrifying esca…

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133. The Camimorphs 1:00:25

9M ago1:00:25

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**PSA: This episode was recorded on 9/2/24. Stories discussed within have developed considerably since. Updates pending!** We're putting a team together. Desire to fight the forces of evil, and a willingness to consume homemade serums are the only prerequisites. Animal lovers a plus. Members of the AML (Anti-Metamorphosis League) NEED NOT APPLY. Se…

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132. Maggot Brain 1:08:52

10M ago1:08:52

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If you were an Animorph, what kind of animal would you turn into before being decapitated by RFK Jr.? Please consider donating to our Patreon. This helps us to fund hosting the show, procure research materials, and justify taking time off from work to keep LU on the air. We appreciate your consideration :) www.patreon.com/leftunread Follow us! @lef…

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131. Going for Gold 1:04:05

10M ago1:04:05

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This week we discussed the conclusion of the 2024 Summer Olympiad, and Cam struggled to define his political / patriotic ideals. He is not, it turns out, a transhumanist. We then segue into our favorite subject: ELECTORAL POLITICS, and the nomination of Tim Walz as Kamala Harris's Vice Presidential running mate. If you are interested in checking ou…

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130. Say It Ain't Joe 1:10:28

11M ago1:10:28

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The degree to which the election landscape has changed since our last update is too wild to summarize. Bye, Genocide Joe. If you are with extra and have the inclination, we always appreciate donations to our Patreon. This helps us minimize the cost of running the show, and free up time to research and produce episodes. The link is below, for your c…

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129. The Congo Free State III: Leopold's Downfall 1:27:02

11M ago1:27:02

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This week we conclude our three-part series chronicling the rise and fall of Belgian King Leopold II and his Congo ‘Free’ State. This week, the cracks that began to show last time become impossible for the world to ignore, and the house of cards Leopold built to support his dreams of Empire come crashing down. Please consider donating to our patreo…

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128. MAGA Man X 1:09:46

11M ago1:09:46

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Isn't it funny that the villain in Megaman X is named 'Sigma'? This week we discuss the fallout from President Joe Biden's disastrous debate showing, as well as the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump. We also throw in a new segment we're calling 'Doggy Style' featuring up-to-the-minute RFK Jr. news. Please consider subscribing…

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127. The Master Debaters 1:10:53

12M ago1:10:53

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This week we were forced against our will to discuss the recent CNN debate between sitting US President Joe Biden and former US President Donald Trump. It was something, huh folks? We also discuss the (potentially fraudulent?) right wing coup attempt in Bolivia which occurred over the weekend. Enjoy! If you are willing and able, we would greatly ap…

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126. Threads to Die For 1:03:03

12M ago1:03:03

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In today's episode, we sat down to discuss a botched assassination in the UK between rival boutique clothiers, how much Elden Ring we've been playing, condiments and which ones we enjoy, the floundering Biden campaigns attempts to woo celebs, and some other small items. You can get your shots in on Twitter: @leftunreadpod (Twitter and Instagram) @p…