Just A Dude Podcast

Send us a text Summary In this enlightening episode of Just A Dude Podcast, host Nathan Bollman engages with feminist journalist Sarah Seltzer, exploring her journey through writing, journalism, and her debut novel, The Singer Sisters. They discuss the evolution of feminist journalism, the integration of personal narratives into broader cultural commentary, and the challenges faced by writers toda...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, Nathan Bollman discusses significant current events, including international relations, domestic protests over immigration policies, air traffic control privatization, healthcare budget cuts, criminal justice issues, government restructuring, public health controversies, energy policy changes, and immigration vetting processes. The...

Send us a text Summary In this conversation, Nathan Bollman and Blake Fisher discuss a range of political topics, including the January 6th Capitol riot, the need for political reform, and the impact of COVID-19 on public trust in government. Fisher shares his experiences as a conservative and his views on the current political landscape, emphasizing the importance of civic education and the need...

Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, Nathan Bollman and Blake Fischer explore the complexities of modern conservatism, the impact of social media on political discourse, and the evolving landscape of political parties. They discuss the importance of political loyalty, the role of Congress, and the challenges faced by the education system. Fischer shares his journey as the host of...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of 'Just a Dude in the News,' Nathan Bollman discusses the top news stories from June 13th to June 20th, 2025. The conversation covers a range of topics including Trump's military parade, the No Kings protests, border security measures, the Israel-Iran conflict, economic policies regarding tariffs, a tragic aviation incident, a Supreme Court ruling on gender-...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude podcast, host Nathan Bollman interviews Aaron Hines, a personal trainer with over 15 years of experience. Aaron shares his journey from being a college athlete to becoming a fitness coach, emphasizing the importance of community, individualized training, and the transition from training athletes to focusing on the 50+ population. He discusses t...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers significant news stories from June 6 to June 12, 2025, including federal immigration raids and the resulting protests, economic developments such as trade deals and inflation, global oil price fluctuations, military deployment in Los Angeles, national protests against immigration policies, the Federal Res...

Send us a text Summary  In this conversation, Nathan Bollman and Evan Jaqua discuss the pressing need for political innovation in America, focusing on the Solutions Party's approach to reforming the political landscape. They explore the addictive nature of power among politicians, the detrimental effects of tribalism and culture wars, and the importance of prioritizing ideas over emotions in polit...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers a range of significant topics from June 4th to June 6th, 2025. The conversation begins with economic news, including President Trump's decision to double tariffs on steel and aluminum, leading to job cuts and inflation concerns. The episode also discusses a new travel ban affecting 19 countries, Supreme C...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude podcast, host Nathan Bollman engages in a heartfelt conversation with David Maeda, a former election official and author of the memoir 'This Is Not Who We Are.' They explore themes of authenticity, mental health, and the impact of COVID-19 on personal connections. David shares his journey through depression, the importance of vulnerability in r...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers the top news stories from the United States between May 23rd and May 30th, 2025. The conversation includes a tragic plane crash in San Diego, an evacuation of a Hawaiian Airlines flight, the excitement of the NBA playoffs, a boost in consumer confidence, a temporary halt on student visa appointments, a ri...

Send us a text Coming to Just A Dude Podcast in June 2025! June 2nd: We kick off with David Maeda, author of This Is Not Who We Are. Dive into his journey through the chaos of 2020, exploring purpose, love, and mental health in a world turned upside down. June 9th: Evan Jaqua joins us to unpack the Solutions Party, a bold movement shaking up politics with ideas like no reelection and tackling misi...

Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, Nathan Bollman interviews Guy Morris, an accomplished author who transitioned from a successful career in Fortune 500 companies to writing thrillers that intertwine themes of AI and prophecy. Guy shares his journey from a challenging childhood to becoming a novelist, discussing the importance of continuous learning and personal growth. He delve...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers significant news stories from May 16th to May 23rd, 2025. The episode includes a tragic plane crash in San Diego, a worsening humanitarian crisis in Gaza, a major tax cut bill passed in Washington, D.C., the excitement of the NBA playoffs, new Netflix releases, President Trump's tariff announcement, sever...

Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, Nathan Bollman interviews Andy Dietrich, who shares his unique life journey from Germany to Alaska and eventually to Las Vegas. Andy discusses his experiences in the military, his writing process, and the motivation behind his book, 'Play Stupid Games, Win Stupid Prizes.' The conversation delves into the structure of the book, which contrasts h...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just A Dude In The News, Nathan Bollman discusses significant global events from May 9th to May 16th, 2025. Key topics include the U.S.-China trade agreement, Middle East investments, the India-Pakistan ceasefire, stalled Russia-Ukraine talks, India's semiconductor plant, the Cannes Film Festival's neutrality push, a CRISPR breakthrough in rare disease tre...

Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, Nathan Bollman and MK Stangland explore the fascinating world of Junk World, a science fiction narrative that delves into themes of redemption, adversity, and the journey of a writer. MK shares his experiences in storytelling, the inspiration behind his characters, and the challenges of publishing. The discussion also touches on the importance...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, host Nathan Bollman covers the top news stories from May 2nd to May 9th, 2025. Key topics include the historic election of Pope Leo XIV, escalating tensions between India and Pakistan, Trump's new trade deal with the UK, significant budget cuts proposed by the Trump administration, Russia's Victory Day Parade, the impact of tariffs...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of the Just a Dude podcast, host Nathan Bollman engages in a deep conversation with Cameron Cowan, a modern Renaissance man who discusses his journey as a writer, educator, and commentator. They explore the challenges faced by millennials, particularly in the context of the Great Financial Crisis, the changing job market, and the impact of automation on manuf...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude podcast, Nathan Bollman discusses significant events from April 25th to May 2nd, 2025, including widespread protests against the Trump administration, the economic impact of tariffs, breakthroughs in heart health, and the cultural clash surrounding Trump's threats to revoke Harvard's tax-exempt status. The episode also covers the resilience of...

Send us a text Summary In this engaging conversation, Nathan Bollman interviews actor and producer Matt Drago, who shares his journey from humble beginnings in Virginia to becoming a successful actor in New York City. Matt discusses the importance of family support, the challenges of pursuing an acting career, and the significance of storytelling in connecting with audiences. He highlights his lat...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just A Dude in the News, Nathan Bollman covers a range of significant stories from April 18th to 25th, 2025. The discussion includes diplomatic tensions between the US and El Salvador, a tragic shooting at Florida State University, economic impacts of tariff policies, US airstrikes in Yemen, a rare cicada emergence, debates on social media regulations, sev...

Send us a text Summary  In this episode, Nathan Bollman interviews Terry Whalin, an experienced author and publisher, discussing the intricacies of writing, publishing, and the common myths that authors face. Terry shares his personal journey, the importance of passion in writing, and the necessity of taking responsibility for one's own success in the publishing world. He emphasizes the need for a...

Send us a text Summary In this episode of Just a Dude in the News, Nathan Bollman covers a range of pressing topics from economic tariffs and their implications on trade, to serious issues like Pentagon leaks, controversial deportation proposals, and the impact of tech tariffs on major companies. The episode also delves into social issues such as the recent tragic shooting at a university, the cha...

Send us a text Summary  In this episode of Just a Dude Podcast, Nathan Bollman and Mark from Pearl Snap Tactical discuss the concept of the warrior mindset, emphasizing the importance of mental fortitude, resilience, and personal growth. They explore how to cultivate a warrior spirit in everyday life, the significance of mental preparation, and the necessity of pushing beyond comfort zones. The co...