Dispatch from the Zombie Apocalypse

In this episode Jason discusses the amazing new Harris-Walz ticket, the energized Democratic Party and progressive/liberal movement, and what this portends for the future. The video of the Harris-Walz kickoff event in Philly is here ; the DZA website is here . The Democratic Party We Have Been Waiting For Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason pays respect to Biden after he stepped down from the presidential nomination, and discusses how getting Harris over the finish line is the best way to honor his incredible legacy. Donate to the Harris campaign here . The DZA website is here . Honoring President Biden Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason breaks down the abject failures by many in the media and chattering classes following Biden’s poor debate performance, followed by some silver linings and his recs for people whose political analysis can be trusted in these trying times. Also included are some preface remarks about the attempted assassination of traitor trump that happened after this episode was recorded. The...

In this episode Jason discusses a simple idea for making history a source of critical thinking and wisdom, instead of the boring and ridiculous way it’s taught in American schools today. The DZA website is here . How History Should Be Taught Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason talks about the extremism the right is saying out loud and putting in writing that many people have yet to fully internalize, as well as how we should view those who don’t support all of the madness but still will vote for traitor trump anyway. The DZA website is here . The Rightwing Is Screaming Who They Are But Are We Listening Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason talks about the 34 count felony conviction of traitor trump, his theory as to why Biden is going to win, why we need to win big, and the threat posed by the fascist GOP who have thrown the rule of law under the bus for their cult leader. The Adam Serwer article on the verdict is here , the article about Prof. Lichtman is here , and the DZA website is here . Time To Put MAGA I...

In this episode Jason discusses the psychological traits and pathways by which the rightwing has shed its principles on its descent into fascism. The Scientific American piece on conspiracy thinking is here , the Matt Yglesias piece on how to help Democrats win in November is here , the Democratic Senate Committee is here , and the DZA website is here . How The Rightwing Has Shed Its Principles In...

In this episode Jason discusses the back-to-back Supreme Court cases heard on April 25 & 26, about abortion restrictions and traitor trump’s immunity, which have further shaken his faith in the republic, and reminded him to always remember his maxim: there is no bottom to rightwing depravity. The Adam Serwer article on the Supreme Court’s corruption is here and the DZA website is here . The We...

In this episode Jason discusses Biden’s handing of the Israeli-Gaza conflict and the striking parallels between Netanyahu and traitor trump. The DZA website is here . Clear Thinking On The Israeli-Gaza War Six Months On Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses the clarity that this presidential election will bring, why he is feeling good about the prospects for democracy, and how the GOP appears to be committing political suicide. The Ruth Ben-Ghiat Bulwark podcast is here and the DZA website is here . This November We Will Definitely Find Out Who We Are Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses Biden’s SOTU address and how it sets the tone for his comeback kid narrative that will help propel him to victory in November. Video of his SOTU is here, the SNL cold opener here , and the DZA website here . The Comeback Kid Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses the current state of the trials against traitor trump, along with the argument made by many in the pundit class that liberals were naïve to think that the courts would save us. The DZA website is here. What The Courts Won't Save Us Argument Really Means Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses how the maga movement meets both the dictionary definition of fascism and also employs its most common propaganda techniques. The DZA website is here . Maga Fascism: A Beginner's Guide Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses the horrible chaos and destruction that will almost certainly follow if Biden doesn’t win reelection, which will likely define the rest of our lives, and rightly so. The DZA website is here . The Dominoes That May Fall If... Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason explores the ways in which some liberals justify the grievances of the right, dispels the many myths that still cloud our thinking about who the right are and what they believe, and talks about how to speak to persuadable voters, of which there aren’t very many. The DZA website is here. The Need For Liberal Realism And Sobriety In This Moment Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses Biden’s January 5th speech at Valley Forge, how it sets the context for the election, and how the January 6th insurrection will rightly be one of the defining issues throughout the campaign. The link to Biden’s Jan 5 speech is here and the link to his first campaign ad here. The DZA website is here. Who Are We? Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses the stakes and prognosis for defeating trump in 2024. The DZA website is here. America Has Only One Job To Do In 2024 Jason Scorse Download

In this episode at the end of 2023 on the heals of a very difficult year ahead, Jason takes a moment to meditate on tenderness, which is rarely spoken about, but which may be the ultimate antidote to the nihilism and toxic masculinity that is on the rise. The DZA website is here . An Ode To Tenderness Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses the nihilism of the left and right, and why it must be strongly rejected and replaced with a true warrior spirit. The DZA website is here . Zero Tolerance For Nihilism Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason outlines some facts about the history of this conflict and the state of Israel that many on the left seem to have missed, which are key to making reasoned judgments about the current state of affairs. The DZA website is here . Some Necessary Truths About the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses the incredibly high stakes if Biden doesn’t win next year, as well as the affirmative case for why he deserves to win. The article entitled Do you have the luxury and white privilege to NOT vote for Democrats in 2024? is here , the article on Biden’s ushering in a new economic paradigm is here , and Biden’s 2023 State of the Union address is here . The DZA website i...

In this episode Jason provides some thoughts on how to actualize and operationalize ethics in daily life. The DZA website is here . Practical Ethics Are Better Than Hope And Optimism Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses the paradox between the negative associations with cult and the positive associations with culture, and how we should ask hard questions about all cultures since they are just cults that have persisted for a long time with lots of followers. The DZA website is here . The Root Of Culture Is Cult Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason discusses how few people have strong ethical cores and how this leads to the awful state of affairs we find ourselves in. The DZA website is here . What Happens When People Lack A Strong Ethical Core Jason Scorse Download

In this episode Jason breaks down how beyond pitiful the current GOP is and how to respond to people who try to defend them and/or create some false equivalence with the Democratic Party. The DZA website is here . The GOP Is A Boring Predictable Freak Show Jason Scorse Download