Topic: Harry Benjamin

3 chapters across the catalog

Daddy Long Legs
Episode 1681 2:27:27 - 2:29:58

1681: Daddy Long Legs

Kamala Harris Stance on Gaza and Political Strategy

Kamala Harris has signaled a more outspoken stance on the suffering in Gaza, promising not to be "silent" on the humanitarian tragedy. This is viewed as a strategic move to appeal to the Democratic base while Netanyahu seeks to maintain U.S. support. There is speculation that Trump may attempt to negotiate a peace deal as an "October surprise" to bolster his candidacy.

Mediatized
Episode 1558 40:27 - 44:50

1558: Mediatized

Transgender De-transition and the War on Truth

A detailed letter from a listener, formerly Dame Jamie and now Sir Jamie, describes the process of transitioning in 2003 versus modern standards. The writer details the negative psychological effects of hormone therapy and their eventual decision to de-transition at age 60, framing the current "war on absolute truth" as a spiritual conflict.

Mint19
Episode 1194 18:33 - 22:22

1194: Mint19

Benjamin Franklin Turkey Myth, Presidential Seal History

The popular belief that Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be the national bird is debunked as folklore popularized by a 1962 New Yorker magazine cover. While Franklin criticized the bald eagle in a letter to his daughter, he never formally proposed the turkey as a replacement. Additionally, the myth that the eagle on the presidential seal changes direction during wartime is corrected, noting Harry Truman permanently changed the eagle to face the olive branch in 1945.