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Podcast: Breaking Points
122 episodes processed, 19 books extracted
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Books Mentioned Most Often
It Ends With Us
Buy It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover on Amazon
Mentioned 3 times
Well, Crystal, the saga of 'It Ends With Us,' starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, has officially crossed the threshold from a story of celebrity intrigue to one of greater import.
The hosts discuss 'It Ends With Us,' initially known as a book by Colleen Hoover and now adapted into a movie starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. They explore the surrounding media intrigue and controversy related to this adaptation.
They’re co-stars in the movie 'It Ends With Us.'
The host talks about Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni starring as co-stars in the movie 'It Ends With Us', which indicates that this movie is adapted from a book.
Remember, a lot of people probably do—like you were talking about with your daughter—those clips of Blake Lively going viral around the premiere of 'It Ends With Us.'
The mention refers to the viral clips of Blake Lively related to the movie premiere, which stems from the book 'It Ends With Us' by Colleen Hoover. The hosts discuss how people may recognize the story due to its book origins.
Homage to Catalonia
Buy Homage to Catalonia by George Orwell on Amazon
Mentioned 2 times
Obviously, people say 'man' in George Orwell's book 'Homage to Catalonia.' But it's much more of a thing in 'For Whom the Bell Tolls.'
There's a contrast drawn between two books regarding the usage of the word 'man', with 'Homage to Catalonia' by George Orwell being one of them, alongside 'For Whom the Bell Tolls.'
But I've conflated 'Homage to Catalonia' and 'For Whom the Bell Tolls' while making fun of young people for not reading, which is utterly embarrassing. So it's quite all right.
The host admits to mix up the book titles 'Homage to Catalonia' by George Orwell and 'For Whom the Bell Tolls' previously, which was embarrassing as they critiqued young people for not reading enough.
Hillbilly Elegy
Buy Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Yeah, and I know we're going to get into all of that, because again, we have a Sager tweet, but it echoes something that you actually heard from JD Vance in Hillbilly Elegy that he's since kind of recanted this critique of American culture.
During the podcast, the hosts refer to J.D. Vance's book 'Hillbilly Elegy' in a discussion about cultural critiques. They note that Vance had previously made some critiques of American culture in his book but has since retracted some of those views. The discussion is part of a larger conversation about the intersection of cultural perspectives with political and economic issues.
Study Guide
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Mentioned 1 time
In my book, The Squad, I interviewed a lot of AOC's staff members who said very early in 2019 that this was a fundamental question facing her as she came into office: would she try to get along with her colleagues and move up the ranks of the Democratic Party, building power that way, and then use that power for good?
The mention describes a book called 'The Squad', where the author interviewed members of AOC's staff to explore a key question about her political strategy as she entered office.
Nineteen Eighty-Four
Buy Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Now rewind to Vietnam; all the people who feel nostalgic have this Cronkite book behind me. People should go and read it because the news has always been fake; it's just that now you know it's fake.
The host refers to a 'Cronkite book' to discuss the idea that the news has always been manipulated and biased. Although not explicitly named, the book is suggested to be related to Walter Cronkite, emphasizing its relevance in understanding media skepticism over time.
Kids for cash
Buy Kids for cash by William Ecenbarger on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
They called this man— I remember covering this case—it was the 'Kids for Cash.'
The podcast discusses the 'Kids for Cash' scandal, where judges were implicated in sending kids to detention centers in exchange for kickbacks. This topic is the subject of both books and documentaries.
Delay, Deny, Defend
Buy Delay, Deny, Defend by Jay M. Feinman on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
You have the book 'Deny, Delay, Defend' which was cited on the shell casings by Luigi Mangion; that has surged to number three on the Amazon bestseller list.
The hosts talk about the book 'Deny, Delay, Defend', which gained attention after being mentioned in connection with a crime. It has risen to the third spot on Amazon's bestseller list.
Industrial Society and Its Future
Buy Industrial Society and Its Future by Theodore Kaczynski on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
The Times published the entire Unabomber manifesto, so...
In this part of the discussion, the hosts bring up the media's inconsistency in publishing controversial documents. They refer to The New York Times' choice to publish the entire Unabomber manifesto as a contrast to the decision not to publish the Luigi Mangione manifesto. The Unabomber manifesto serves as a point of comparison to underline perceived double standards in media practices.
The antitrust paradox
Buy The antitrust paradox by Robert H. Bork on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
What she said on Hasan's show is one of the reasons conservatives don't like her, as Rachel Bard has talked about, is that the consumer welfare standard of Robert Bork was gospel on the right for a long time.
The hosts discuss how Lina Khan's stance on antitrust enforcement challenges the 'consumer welfare standard', originally tied to Robert Bork and his influential book 'The Antitrust Paradox'. This standard has long been a conservative cornerstone in antitrust debates.
The Hunt for Red October
Buy The Hunt for Red October by Tom Clancy on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
They were leaking to show that Carter Page and others were definitively involved in some strange plot, like ripped from a Clancy novel about Russia collusion, which just wasn't there.
The hosts describe a situation involving political intrigue, likening it to a fictional narrative typical of a Tom Clancy novel, emphasizing the dramatic and often unrealistic nature of such plots.
Can't Hurt Me
Buy Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
From his Goodreads profile, he had a couple of books listed He had David Goggins' 'Can't Hurt Me' and also some books indicating his interest in addressing back pain, including 'Crooked: Outwitting the Back Pain Industry and Getting on the Road to Recovery', 'Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance', and 'Back Mechanic' by Dr. Stuart McGill
The host is discussing Luigi Mangion's Goodreads profile and highlights the book 'Can't Hurt Me' by David Goggins among others, shedding light on his interests and personality.
The Shock Doctrine
Buy The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Crucially, whereas Trump's ascendance in the Republican Party has come from bucking austerity politics, Elon and his cadre are fans of anarcho-capitalist leader Javier Milei and his Shock Doctrine approach. Now, if you're a billionaire, of course, what's not to love about Milei?
In the episode, the hosts talk about how Elon Musk and associates support Javier Milei's 'Shock Doctrine' strategy, which alludes to Naomi Klein's book 'The Shock Doctrine,' as a different approach compared to Trump's economic policies.
Delay, Deny, Defend
Buy Delay, Deny, Defend by Jay M. Feinman on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
'Deny, defend, and depose' is the title of a book which is specifically about how insurance companies deny coverage to patients.
The hosts are discussing a recent murder case involving a healthcare CEO, where shell casings were found with the words 'deny,' 'defend,' and 'depose', matching a book title about insurance companies denying coverage. This connection is speculated to be a motivation for the crime.
Delay, Deny, Defend
Buy Delay, Deny, Defend by Jay M. Feinman on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Yeah, it's 'Delay, Defend, Deny: Why Insurance Companies Don't Pay Claims and What You Can Do About It.' Apparently, it's a well-known kind of moniker and a playbook that people have always talked about concerning these insurance companies, so it does appear to be an active revenge, Crystal.
The hosts explain the full title of a book related to the current discussion, highlighting its connection to the murder of a healthcare CEO. The book's concepts are framed as well-known tactics discussed in the context of insurance company practices, adding depth to the narrative of retribution.
If I Must Die
Buy If I Must Die by Refaat Alareer on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Next week, on Tuesday, there's a book called 'If I Must Die,' which is Ratallah's posthumously published book of prose and poems.
The hosts discuss a book titled 'If I Must Die,' a posthumously published collection of prose and poems by the Palestinian poet Ratallah.
Mao Tŝe-tung's quotations
Buy Mao Tŝe-tung's quotations by Mao Zedong on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Go read some Mao; like you think that any of those revolutionaries would be tolerating this level of indiscipline when they actually believe that their revolution is important, is so important that it is going to save humanity?
The podcast host recommends reading works by Mao Zedong to highlight the disciplined and serious approach of past revolutionaries compared to current political figures.
A biography of James A. Garfield
Buy A biography of James A. Garfield by Benson John Lossing on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Anyway, I don't know a lot about Garfield; I do have a biography of him on my shelf, though, which is interesting.
During a discussion about presidents who transitioned from the House of Representatives to the presidency, the host notes having a biography of James A. Garfield on their shelf, highlighting it as a notable book mention.
The Constitution of the United States and related documents
Buy The Constitution of the United States and related documents by United States on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
If you read the Constitution, there is no such thing as an independent agency, and yet there it is.
Marc Andreesen references the Constitution to argue that the CFPB is unconstitutional, asserting that the Constitution does not allow for independent agencies. This comment is part of his broader argument questioning the validity of the CFPB.
Black Beauty
Buy Black Beauty by Anna Sewell on Amazon
Mentioned 1 time
Ryan writes about this in his book as a very organic, genuinely bottom-up way.
The host mentions that the author Ryan wrote about the organic, bottom-up nature of the resistance in his book. The conversation contrasts the current approach to resistance against Trump with that of 2016, suggesting that this book highlights the changes and the more passive nature of today's response.
Latest Books Mentioned
It Ends With Us
Buy It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover on Amazon
The hosts discuss 'It Ends With Us,' initially known as a book by Colleen Hoover and now adapted into a movie starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni. They explore the surrounding media intrigue and controversy related to this adaptation.
Well, Crystal, the saga of 'It Ends With Us,' starring Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni, has officially crossed the threshold from a story of celebrity intrigue to one of greater import.
It Ends With Us
Buy It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover on Amazon
The host talks about Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni starring as co-stars in the movie 'It Ends With Us', which indicates that this movie is adapted from a book.
They’re co-stars in the movie 'It Ends With Us.'
It Ends With Us
Buy It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover on Amazon
The mention refers to the viral clips of Blake Lively related to the movie premiere, which stems from the book 'It Ends With Us' by Colleen Hoover. The hosts discuss how people may recognize the story due to its book origins.
Remember, a lot of people probably do—like you were talking about with your daughter—those clips of Blake Lively going viral around the premiere of 'It Ends With Us.'
Hillbilly Elegy
Buy Hillbilly Elegy by J. D. Vance on Amazon
During the podcast, the hosts refer to J.D. Vance's book 'Hillbilly Elegy' in a discussion about cultural critiques. They note that Vance had previously made some critiques of American culture in his book but has since retracted some of those views. The discussion is part of a larger conversation about the intersection of cultural perspectives with political and economic issues.
Yeah, and I know we're going to get into all of that, because again, we have a Sager tweet, but it echoes something that you actually heard from JD Vance in Hillbilly Elegy that he's since kind of recanted this critique of American culture.
Study Guide
Buy Study Guide by SuperSummary on Amazon
The mention describes a book called 'The Squad', where the author interviewed members of AOC's staff to explore a key question about her political strategy as she entered office.
In my book, The Squad, I interviewed a lot of AOC's staff members who said very early in 2019 that this was a fundamental question facing her as she came into office: would she try to get along with her colleagues and move up the ranks of the Democratic Party, building power that way, and then use that power for good?
Homage to Catalonia
Buy Homage to Catalonia by George Orwell on Amazon
There's a contrast drawn between two books regarding the usage of the word 'man', with 'Homage to Catalonia' by George Orwell being one of them, alongside 'For Whom the Bell Tolls.'
Obviously, people say 'man' in George Orwell's book 'Homage to Catalonia.' But it's much more of a thing in 'For Whom the Bell Tolls.'
Homage to Catalonia
Buy Homage to Catalonia by George Orwell on Amazon
The host admits to mix up the book titles 'Homage to Catalonia' by George Orwell and 'For Whom the Bell Tolls' previously, which was embarrassing as they critiqued young people for not reading enough.
But I've conflated 'Homage to Catalonia' and 'For Whom the Bell Tolls' while making fun of young people for not reading, which is utterly embarrassing. So it's quite all right.
Nineteen Eighty-Four
Buy Nineteen Eighty-Four by George Orwell on Amazon
The host refers to a 'Cronkite book' to discuss the idea that the news has always been manipulated and biased. Although not explicitly named, the book is suggested to be related to Walter Cronkite, emphasizing its relevance in understanding media skepticism over time.
Now rewind to Vietnam; all the people who feel nostalgic have this Cronkite book behind me. People should go and read it because the news has always been fake; it's just that now you know it's fake.
Kids for cash
Buy Kids for cash by William Ecenbarger on Amazon
The podcast discusses the 'Kids for Cash' scandal, where judges were implicated in sending kids to detention centers in exchange for kickbacks. This topic is the subject of both books and documentaries.
They called this man— I remember covering this case—it was the 'Kids for Cash.'
Delay, Deny, Defend
Buy Delay, Deny, Defend by Jay M. Feinman on Amazon
The hosts talk about the book 'Deny, Delay, Defend', which gained attention after being mentioned in connection with a crime. It has risen to the third spot on Amazon's bestseller list.
You have the book 'Deny, Delay, Defend' which was cited on the shell casings by Luigi Mangion; that has surged to number three on the Amazon bestseller list.
Industrial Society and Its Future
Buy Industrial Society and Its Future by Theodore Kaczynski on Amazon
In this part of the discussion, the hosts bring up the media's inconsistency in publishing controversial documents. They refer to The New York Times' choice to publish the entire Unabomber manifesto as a contrast to the decision not to publish the Luigi Mangione manifesto. The Unabomber manifesto serves as a point of comparison to underline perceived double standards in media practices.
The Times published the entire Unabomber manifesto, so...
The antitrust paradox
Buy The antitrust paradox by Robert H. Bork on Amazon
The hosts discuss how Lina Khan's stance on antitrust enforcement challenges the 'consumer welfare standard', originally tied to Robert Bork and his influential book 'The Antitrust Paradox'. This standard has long been a conservative cornerstone in antitrust debates.
What she said on Hasan's show is one of the reasons conservatives don't like her, as Rachel Bard has talked about, is that the consumer welfare standard of Robert Bork was gospel on the right for a long time.
The Hunt for Red October
Buy The Hunt for Red October by Tom Clancy on Amazon
The hosts describe a situation involving political intrigue, likening it to a fictional narrative typical of a Tom Clancy novel, emphasizing the dramatic and often unrealistic nature of such plots.
They were leaking to show that Carter Page and others were definitively involved in some strange plot, like ripped from a Clancy novel about Russia collusion, which just wasn't there.
Can't Hurt Me
Buy Can't Hurt Me by David Goggins on Amazon
The host is discussing Luigi Mangion's Goodreads profile and highlights the book 'Can't Hurt Me' by David Goggins among others, shedding light on his interests and personality.
From his Goodreads profile, he had a couple of books listed He had David Goggins' 'Can't Hurt Me' and also some books indicating his interest in addressing back pain, including 'Crooked: Outwitting the Back Pain Industry and Getting on the Road to Recovery', 'Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance', and 'Back Mechanic' by Dr. Stuart McGill
The Shock Doctrine
Buy The Shock Doctrine by Naomi Klein on Amazon
In the episode, the hosts talk about how Elon Musk and associates support Javier Milei's 'Shock Doctrine' strategy, which alludes to Naomi Klein's book 'The Shock Doctrine,' as a different approach compared to Trump's economic policies.
Crucially, whereas Trump's ascendance in the Republican Party has come from bucking austerity politics, Elon and his cadre are fans of anarcho-capitalist leader Javier Milei and his Shock Doctrine approach. Now, if you're a billionaire, of course, what's not to love about Milei?
Delay, Deny, Defend
Buy Delay, Deny, Defend by Jay M. Feinman on Amazon
The hosts are discussing a recent murder case involving a healthcare CEO, where shell casings were found with the words 'deny,' 'defend,' and 'depose', matching a book title about insurance companies denying coverage. This connection is speculated to be a motivation for the crime.
'Deny, defend, and depose' is the title of a book which is specifically about how insurance companies deny coverage to patients.
Delay, Deny, Defend
Buy Delay, Deny, Defend by Jay M. Feinman on Amazon
The hosts explain the full title of a book related to the current discussion, highlighting its connection to the murder of a healthcare CEO. The book's concepts are framed as well-known tactics discussed in the context of insurance company practices, adding depth to the narrative of retribution.
Yeah, it's 'Delay, Defend, Deny: Why Insurance Companies Don't Pay Claims and What You Can Do About It.' Apparently, it's a well-known kind of moniker and a playbook that people have always talked about concerning these insurance companies, so it does appear to be an active revenge, Crystal.
If I Must Die
Buy If I Must Die by Refaat Alareer on Amazon
The hosts discuss a book titled 'If I Must Die,' a posthumously published collection of prose and poems by the Palestinian poet Ratallah.
Next week, on Tuesday, there's a book called 'If I Must Die,' which is Ratallah's posthumously published book of prose and poems.
Mao Tŝe-tung's quotations
Buy Mao Tŝe-tung's quotations by Mao Zedong on Amazon
The podcast host recommends reading works by Mao Zedong to highlight the disciplined and serious approach of past revolutionaries compared to current political figures.
Go read some Mao; like you think that any of those revolutionaries would be tolerating this level of indiscipline when they actually believe that their revolution is important, is so important that it is going to save humanity?
A biography of James A. Garfield
Buy A biography of James A. Garfield by Benson John Lossing on Amazon
During a discussion about presidents who transitioned from the House of Representatives to the presidency, the host notes having a biography of James A. Garfield on their shelf, highlighting it as a notable book mention.
Anyway, I don't know a lot about Garfield; I do have a biography of him on my shelf, though, which is interesting.
The Constitution of the United States and related documents
Buy The Constitution of the United States and related documents by United States on Amazon
Marc Andreesen references the Constitution to argue that the CFPB is unconstitutional, asserting that the Constitution does not allow for independent agencies. This comment is part of his broader argument questioning the validity of the CFPB.
If you read the Constitution, there is no such thing as an independent agency, and yet there it is.
Black Beauty
Buy Black Beauty by Anna Sewell on Amazon
The host mentions that the author Ryan wrote about the organic, bottom-up nature of the resistance in his book. The conversation contrasts the current approach to resistance against Trump with that of 2016, suggesting that this book highlights the changes and the more passive nature of today's response.
Ryan writes about this in his book as a very organic, genuinely bottom-up way.