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Everything About Anything

Everything About Anything

By Everything About Anything

Everything About Anything - Three students, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy, talk about everything about anything.
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Episode 15: Self-Censorship

Everything About AnythingMay 19, 2024

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Episode 15: Self-Censorship

Episode 15: Self-Censorship

In this episode, Adrian, Roddy, and Evan continue their discussion of Free Speech by talking about self-censorship. Roddy believes that it is due to people being afraid of the consequences of speech, while Adrian believes that such fear undermines the premise of Free Speech in the first place. Evan thinks that the phenomenon is caused by the Right not speaking up and Adrian believes it is the result of the LEft hijacking some form of moral high ground and the meaning of 'political correctness.'

May 19, 202452:54
Episode 14: Keeping in Check

Episode 14: Keeping in Check

In this episode, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy continue their discussion of censorship by talking about top-down and bottom-up censorship. They also express their views on the implication of the free market, in particular social media platforms' role in today's world of diverse opinions.

May 12, 202401:05:05
Episode 13: Censorships

Episode 13: Censorships

In this rather messy episode, Adrian tries his best to explain his nuanced position between cancel culture being applied to actions and speech, Evan raises concern regarding public figures' influence when it comes to misinformation and hate speech.

May 07, 202401:08:20
Episode 12: Cancel Culture

Episode 12: Cancel Culture

In this episode, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy begin the discussion of a broad topic: Free Speech. The trio begins by talking about Cancel Culture: Evan defends the necessity of its presence in society, while Roddy raises concern regarding the validity of the accusations, and Adrian mentions the manipulation of victimhood.

Apr 28, 202401:12:08
Episode 11: Source of Happiness

Episode 11: Source of Happiness

In this episode, Adrian, Roddy, and Evan extend the discussion of individuality and responsibility by formulating their stances. Adrian mentions how taking up responsibilities could be a long-term stable source of happiness, Roddy values personal pleasure over the collective when given the choice but acknowledges the sense of honour of being useful, and Evan disagrees with Adrian for he believes it is the social construct that instils us to think responsibility can bring happiness.

Apr 15, 202401:15:28
Episode 10: Chain of Command

Episode 10: Chain of Command

In this episode, Adrian and Roddy extend last week's topic by talking about the different interpretations of individuality and responsibility. They discuss their parents' influence on their understanding of the typical "chain of command" and the danger of killing individuality and killing collectivity.

Apr 07, 202451:49
Episode 9: Different Interpretation of Freedom

Episode 9: Different Interpretation of Freedom

In this episode, Roddy and Adrian talk about the different interpretations of freedom caused by cultural differences. They realize that cultural differences are not easy to mediate and quite often people apply double standards when it comes to the topic of "human rights." They discuss the seemingly delusional claim that human rights is a concept that is universally accepted and adopted when it clearly isn't yet and the odd phenomenon's parallel with the idiocy of the Taiwanese independence movement.

Apr 01, 202456:13
Episode 8: Do We Have Free Will

Episode 8: Do We Have Free Will

In this episode, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy attempt to answer the question of 'do we have free will.' Adrian emphasizes the ability to create options that were never presented to us as the true spirit of free will while Roddy focuses on having complete control - even the consequences of actions, as a defining characteristic of free will. Evan mentions the ability to choose as a major part of freedom and why it is difficult to determine whether we have free will or not.

Mar 24, 202401:03:53
Episode 7: Individuality and Responsibility

Episode 7: Individuality and Responsibility

In this episode, Evan, Adrian, and Roddy talk about the effects of feminism. They discuss the declining fertility rate and the devastating consequences of the feminism narrative of "thinking twice before having children" and how to balance promoting individuality and responsibility without bias. They also address Roddy's rather peculiar and strict standard of parenting that is scaring him away from the idea of starting a family.

Mar 17, 202401:53:05
Episode 6: Are We Done Yet

Episode 6: Are We Done Yet

In this episode, Evan, Roddy, and Adrian talk about gender equality and feminism. They discuss whether Feminism contributes to gender equality in the context of today's society and why the usual affirmative action standards should be different when it comes to the realm of gender. They also explore the unconscious divisions caused by outdated gender education and the portrayal of mainstream media.

Mar 13, 202401:10:04
Episode 5: It's Easier to Just Believe It

Episode 5: It's Easier to Just Believe It

In this episode, Roddy, Evan, and Adrian continue last week's topic by attempting to reiterate Roddy's willingness to not care about the truthfulness of his belief and how religion often serves as an easy escape ramp for most. They also discussed the purpose of the formalities of religion and the overlaps of values between religion and individuals.

Mar 10, 202401:17:20
Episode 4: Believing the Lie

Episode 4: Believing the Lie

In this episode without Evan, Adrian and Roddy begin talking about religion. They each provide their stances on the matter before discussing the element of irrational fear and family influence regarding religion. Adrian then questions Roddy on "Does whether what we believe in is true or not matter?" when he makes an interesting observation.

Mar 03, 202401:54:30
Episode 3: The Parallels

Episode 3: The Parallels

In this episode, Roddy, Adrian, and Evan talk about the accusations against Israel since Oct 7, the Russian Invasion of Ukraine and the Revolution of Dignity, the parallels between the Russo-Ukrainian relationship and the situation in Taiwan, and how the ideology of political parties can shift over time.

Feb 25, 202401:53:08
Episode 2: Addressing the Elephant in the Room

Episode 2: Addressing the Elephant in the Room

In this episode, Adrian, Roddy, and Evan talk about the ongoing escalation of conflict between Israel and Gaza and the implications of the culture war.

Feb 04, 202401:16:14
Episode 100: Jeopardy!

Episode 100: Jeopardy!

In this final episode of the season, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy each prepared their Jeopardy! clues for a three-hour match as the send-off of Season 1 of the Everything About Anything Podcast.

Jan 29, 202403:06:09
Episode 1: We have returned

Episode 1: We have returned

In this brand new season of Everything About Anything, the trio does a recap of the exam they just finished and outlines the podcasting journey ahead of them.

Jan 29, 202401:47:52
Episode 99: Dad jokes

Episode 99: Dad jokes

In this episode, the trio sends off the series by exchanging dad jokes.

Jul 14, 202331:59
Episode 98: Affirmative actions

Episode 98: Affirmative actions

In this episode, the trio talk about the recent SCOTUS ruling on Students for Fair Admissions v. Harvard and affirmative actions in general.

Jul 11, 202355:02
Episode 97: Same-sex marriage

Episode 97: Same-sex marriage

In this episode, Evan and Adrian argue about same-sex marriage.

Jul 07, 202301:10:11
Episode 96: Getting political huh

Episode 96: Getting political huh

In this episode, Roddy, Adrian, and Evan chat lightheartedly about politics.

Jul 05, 202301:07:59
Episode 95: Just another ordinary EAA episode

Episode 95: Just another ordinary EAA episode

As the series approaches its end, Adrian rants on about the shitty island of Taiwan.

Jul 04, 202301:02:08
Episode 94: Approaching the end of an era

Episode 94: Approaching the end of an era

In this laid-back episode, Roddy, Adrian, and Evan banter about randomly about their pathetic high school life as the EAA podcast approaches its big milestone.

Jun 13, 202301:13:43
Episode 93: Isn't it just a joke?

Episode 93: Isn't it just a joke?

In this episode, the trio discusses a trending controversy in Taiwan regarding a mock student election that took place in a top university.

Jun 10, 202359:03
Episode 92: Identity Crisis

Episode 92: Identity Crisis

In this episode, Adrian, Evan and Roddy address the looming identity crisis of being born in Taiwan.

May 31, 202301:16:35
Episode 91: Monopoly

Episode 91: Monopoly

In this episode, the trio addresses bad PR and talks about board games.

May 23, 202301:18:46
Episode 90: So why?

Episode 90: So why?

In this episode, Adrian and Roddy dive deeper into a previous episode's topic.

May 17, 202301:33:46
Episode 89: Do you believe in that?

Episode 89: Do you believe in that?

In this episode, Evan, Adrian, and Roddy each present their take on religion in general.

May 12, 202331:50
Episode 88: Did we just swap positions?

Episode 88: Did we just swap positions?

In this episode, Evan, Roddy, and Adrian discuss their views on marriage and family in a general context from the perspective of high schoolers.

May 06, 202301:45:35
Episode 87: Transgenderism

Episode 87: Transgenderism

In this episode, the trio each delivers their take on transgenderism.

Apr 30, 202301:06:58
Episode 86: Twitter Adventures

Episode 86: Twitter Adventures

In this episode, the trio addresses the ridiculous logic of the so-called "1450 Internet Army" of DPP's in Taiwan.

Apr 21, 202359:09
Episode 85: The Biggest Lesson and the Biggest Lie

Episode 85: The Biggest Lesson and the Biggest Lie

In this episode, the trio brings back Would You Rather and talk about what they think is the biggest lesson and biggest lie to each of them.

Apr 14, 202301:05:59
Episode 84: Rubbish Curriculum and Politics

Episode 84: Rubbish Curriculum and Politics

In this episode, Adrian, Roddy, and Evan talk about the rubbish curriculum in Taiwan and the politics of Taiwan.

Apr 08, 202339:26
Episode 83: Twitter & "Taiwan Youth"

Episode 83: Twitter & "Taiwan Youth"

In this episode, the trio discuss their experience with Twitter and their opinion on the mysterious Instagram account the almighty algorithm keeps recommending to them.

Apr 02, 202349:20
Episode 82: Genetic Editing and Morality

Episode 82: Genetic Editing and Morality

In this follow-up episode, the trio begins the discussion regarding genetic editing and the moral issues associated with it.

Mar 23, 202347:48
Episode 81: Debate Competition, Irritating Villagers, and Construction Works

Episode 81: Debate Competition, Irritating Villagers, and Construction Works

In this episode, Evan talks about a debate competition he attended, Adrian lashes out at the idiotic policies of the village office around his campus, and Roddy rants about how a construction site near his home irritates his family.

Mar 15, 202345:20
Episode 80: Climate Change and Feminism

Episode 80: Climate Change and Feminism

In this episode, the trio addresses a duo of controversial topics: climate change and feminism.

Mar 08, 202301:33:05
Episode 79: Post-Graduation Trip

Episode 79: Post-Graduation Trip

In this follow-up episode, the three share their interesting stories regarding their graduation trip.

Mar 02, 202301:21:03
Episode 78: Pre-Graduation Trip

Episode 78: Pre-Graduation Trip

In this episode, the trio has a chat before they each embark on their graduation trips... in their sophomore year.

Feb 23, 202301:00:47
Episode 77: Social Butterflies and Music

Episode 77: Social Butterflies and Music

In this episode, Evan and Adrian talk about social butterflies and why Taiwanese people tend to be late for so many things before Roddy joins the action and the trio went on to discuss the sort of music they dislike. 

Feb 16, 202301:22:42
Episode 76: Plagiarism and Influencer Political Spectrum

Episode 76: Plagiarism and Influencer Political Spectrum

In this episode, Evan, Roddy, and Adrian talk about the situation of academic plagiarism they observed and where influencers stand on the left/right political spectrum while assessing why society seems to be getting more and more polarised. 

Feb 13, 202301:32:47
Episode 75: Names and Florida Man

Episode 75: Names and Florida Man

In this episode, Roddy, Adrian, and Evan talk about names but someway somehow ended up talking about Florida man. 

Feb 02, 202350:05
Episode 74: Being Broke vs. Being Rich

Episode 74: Being Broke vs. Being Rich

In this continuation episode, the trio picks up where they left off and move on to discuss a jealousy-arousing topic – money. 

Jan 27, 202345:18
Episode 73: Lunar New Year but with Same Old Rants

Episode 73: Lunar New Year but with Same Old Rants

In this episode, Evan, Roddy, and Adrian talk about Chinese New Year and other "related" topics that are definitely not repetitive. 

Jan 21, 202359:35
Episode 72: 2022 Wrap-Up

Episode 72: 2022 Wrap-Up

In this episode, the trio of EAA wraps up 2022 by looking back at the year and making resolutions for 2023. 

Jan 01, 202302:20:13
Episode 71: Stereotyping and Political Correctness

Episode 71: Stereotyping and Political Correctness

in this episode, Adrian, Evan, and Roddy talk about national stereotyping and political correctness.  

Dec 27, 202256:13
Episode 70: Super Humans?

Episode 70: Super Humans?

In this episode, the trio talk about whether they think the existence of human humans will be better for the world.

Dec 21, 202201:03:21
Episode 69: Are we alone?

Episode 69: Are we alone?

In this episode, Adrian, Roddy, and Evan talk about whether they think we humans are alone in the universe.

Dec 12, 202256:41
Episode 68: Gender v.s. Sex

Episode 68: Gender v.s. Sex

in this episode, the trio talks about gender and sex. 

Dec 05, 202201:20:51
Anything About Anything #15: Really?

Anything About Anything #15: Really?

In this backup recording, the trio talks about the recent Twitter takeover of Elon Musk's and more.

*Note: This is NOT a regular EAA episode but a backup plan if the hosts' schedules get overwhelmed. Keep in mind that this is pre-recorded and thus cannot be considered in chronological order when discussed with other regular episodes.

Nov 30, 202255:50
Episode 67: What are we talking about?

Episode 67: What are we talking about?

In this episode, Evan, Adrian, and Roddy attempt to talk about how fingerprint databases owned by the governments affects us, but them seem to have gone off track... again...

Nov 14, 202249:05