Topic: Bourgeoisie

3 chapters across the catalog

Digital Dementia
Episode 1542 2:07:06 - 2:11:28

1542: Digital Dementia

Marxist Dialectic, Cisgender vs Transgender, Oppression Models

The hosts analyze the term "cisgender" as a tool of Marxist dialectic designed to create an oppressor-versus-oppressed framework. They compare the current gender categories to the historical "bourgeoisie vs. proletariat" model used to spark revolution. They argue that these linguistic inventions are intended to foster societal division and revolt.

twitter mwitter
Episode 602 27:25 - 30:59

602: twitter mwitter

Dinner with the O-Bots, Austin Social Circle, Bunuel Film

A recurring social gathering in Austin involving "O-Bots" (Obama supporters) is described. The host compares the tense social dynamics of these dinners to the Louis Bunuel film "The Discreet Charm of the Bourgeoisie," noting that one guest was offended by previous characterizations on the podcast.

Middle Class Infanteers
Episode 476 1:04:29 - 1:09:35

476: Middle Class Infanteers

Upper Class vs. Middle Class, Elizabeth Warren Interview

The hosts attempt to define the upper class, setting a threshold of $100 million in assets. They play a clip of Elizabeth Warren arguing that the middle class is defined by access to education rather than a specific dollar figure. John Dvorak suggests that modern political definitions of class are rooted in Marxist concepts of the bourgeoisie.