How We See Things

The guys discuss the fallout from the election. Competing narratives from the political parties and the legal case being brought by the Labor Party. The conversation eventually lands on the reoccurring hope vs despair debate and you can guess who was on what side.

Mr. Fox joins the guys as they react to the presidential elections in Nigeria. The conversation gets heated as they discuss the events that unfolded, INEC's incompetence, and end with a debate on the merits of hope versus despair. 

The guys discuss the latest stears poll, its shortcomings and the political landscape ahead of the upcoming elections. 

Happy New Year Everyone! Either because of social media or just because, it feels like there's always something happening and 2023 opened with a bang. We saw a riot in Brazil, chaos in the US house of reps, the resignation of a politician for moral reasons, and a Freudian look into the mind of our favorite prince. The guys go popcorn-style through these topics then spend the second half previewing...

The guys revisit their Elon Musk conversation. It's become increasingly clear that Elon is not the self-styled free-speech messiah he claims to be. How, then, should his actions be judged? Let us know your thoughts on the Twitter boss and where you think he might take Twitter in the future. 

The guys debate the controversies that surrounded the opening ceremony and early stages of the World Cup. Whats the role of political activism in sports ? Who has the moral high ground ? Why can’t we just enjoy the game ? This one gets lively

The guys discuss the controversies surrounding twitter and try to parse out Elon Musk’s motivations; idiot, genius, bad actor or combination of all three.

The guys return from a break to debate the presidential prospects of Peter Obi, Tinubu and Atiku. This time, Dan moderates while Statesman X goes head to head with a guest, Mr. Fox, who doesn’t quite buy into the Peter Obi hype.

The guys discuss the recent controversies surrounding Kanye West. Anti-semitism is a form of bigotry and reprehensible but identity politicking makes for strange bed fellows and difficult conversations. This one gets spicy. Enjoy.

The guys discuss the campaign strategies of the three main candidates running to be elected president of Nigeria. Peter Obi is spending a lot of time with Diaspora Nigerians who can’t vote. Tinubu’s surrogates insist that Lagos is the model and/also better than Anambra state. Atiku seems to be secure in the belief that there’s enough anti-APC sentiment in Nigeria to let PDP back in power. What do...

The guys discuss updates from the war in Ukraine. Ukraine is making gains but Putin’s Russia is reacting with a lot of bluster. The guys discuss the state of affairs, Putin’s motivations and the threat of nuclear war. They then move on to discuss British politics following the tax cuts announced by Kwasi Kwarteng.

The guys discuss in the death of Queen Elizabeth II and the intersection of legitimate grievance and power. The legacy of colonization is real and the formerly colonized have bigger platforms. Tables are being shook and people are freaking out. Lines that were drawn in smoke filled rooms shaped national destinies and Africa and one country - Nigeria - is at a crossroads with the presidential elect...

The guys discuss the election of Liz Truss as the next prime minister of the UK. She faces a lot of challenges and has assembled an interesting cabinet. This was recorded before the announcement of the death of the queen although statesman X gets some credit for alluding to concerns about the Queens health. They end - thanks to a masterful segue - with nerdy banter about Game of Thrones and lord o...

The guys discuss updates from the trump/FBI/National Archives saga. The warrant and affidavit have been released and although Trump legitimately faces the prospect of prosecution, the politics of the moment are more interesting, especially in light of Biden’s bold decision to unilaterally cancel student debt, giving republicans something to rally against/change the subject to.

The guys review the first episode of the new Game of Thrones spin-off show; House of Dragons and set their expectations for the new Lord of the Rings show on Amazon Prime. This is another one for nerds.

The guys discuss the FBI raid of Trump’s property and his alleged mishandling of classified documents. The stakes of social conflict are getting higher and if the specter of increased tension in domestic US politics wasn’t terrifying enough, we saw a terrible tragedy take place in New York with the stabbing of Salman Rushdie and must once again have uncomfortable conversations about extremism and...

The guys debate their favorite comic book and fantasy characters. Really. They discuss the superhero genre and all its many aspects. What makes a hero? What are we to make of the fact that some of the best heroes are anti-heroes? Does a good hero need superpowers? If you had powers, would you be Superman or Homelander? If you've ever thought about who would win in a fight between Batman and Superm...

E don cast for Boris Johnson. He rode the populist wave to infamy and was part of the more significant - global - trend of right-wing leaders playing on anti-immigration sentiment in their respective countries. Unfortunately for Boris and the brits, his damage was relatively permanent as Brexit is irreversible, and the negative economic and social impacts are just starting to be felt.  Whatev...

Prices are going up!  In 2020 there was a pandemic, businesses shut down, and people spent less on travel and miscellaneous - out and about - expenses. They came out in 2021 in force and created significant demand pressure for goods and services as the lockdowns eased up, which in turn led to increased prices as businesses and manufacturers responded to the consequent reduction in supply.&nbs...

The Supreme Court decision overturning Roe vs Wade has finally come down and the reactions have been nonstop. The guys discuss the ruling and the political fallout. What other rights are on the chopping block? Who will save us? Can democrats harness the energy on the side of the pro choice movement ? There’s a lot of passion on display here, enjoy!

The guys are back from a mid season break, refreshed and ready to tell you how they see things. They kick things off with a discussion of the Jan 6 hearings in congress, discuss the electoral landscape in Nigeria and close with a conversation about Boris Johnson. It’s good to be back!

The guys discuss the mass shooting problem unique to America and all the things that make it equal parts complex and enraging. How do we balance the right to bear arms against the right to be safe? Why is America the only place in the world where this happens ? This episode was delayed because statesman X went to Vegas to forget his adult problems for a while.

The guys discuss the apparent decision by the US supreme court to overturn the landmark case that guaranteed the right of women in America to access abortions; Roe v. Wade. This is a free-ranging discussion that covers the leak of the decision itself and its significance, the possible sources of the leak, the nature of the US supreme court, the politics, and the ethics of abortion itself. Statesma...

The guys discuss the evolution of technology and its impact on business. The tech industry is arguably the most valuable, and it's also the driving force behind the fourth industrial revolution. Who are the winners and losers, and how can businesses survive? Also, the guys talk about founder cults of personality and end with their takes on Elon Musk vs. Twitter.

The guys discuss the nomination, hearings, and confirmation of the first black woman to serve on the US Supreme Court. They address the egregious smears leveled at KBJ by republicans and try to analyze their motives and the larger political landscape. They also discuss the evolution of Twitter Spaces as the new place for arguing with strangers online and how the clubhouse owners must be feeling af...