The Julian Bil Podcast

Episode 16 is an interesting one! We discuss how the Ultra-Rich avoid taxes after a recent ProPublica investigative piece revealed how little they actually do pay in taxes. We talk about how Afghan interpreters and their families are being left behind. Additionally, we discuss the morality and our opinions of the death penalty and ask ourselves what is the most "humane" way to execute someone.  We also talk circus bears in Vietnam, Brazil signing onto NASA's Artemis Accords and Michael Burry predicting another massive crash. Also Ryan gets into his excitement in the Chicago City Council changing the name of Lake Shore Drive

Jacka** of the week: Scottie Pippen
Beacon of the week: Cathy Heying

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Today we discuss what's been going on in Palestine along with a short discussion on Hamas. We also talk about the Colonial Pipeline hack. Additionally, we discuss Johnson and Johnson's appeal getting rejected for a lawsuit where women who used Talc Powder developed ovarian cancer. Illinois passed new legislation banning seclusion rooms and restraints. Lastly, a fun story about Elon Musk.

Jacka** of the Week: Ryan & Julian

Beacon of the Week: Muna El-Kurd

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Ballet Dancer Anna Swenson joins the podcast to talk about how COVID-19 has affected the ballet world.  She talks about the hardships facing dancers and ballet companies through the pandemic and gives advice for aspiring dancers. Furthermore, we talk about old stories and Julian's short but marvelous ballet career, and the "People's Champ", Ryan Henry, attempts to explain to a professional ballerina what the "Nutcracker" is about. 

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Dr. Carney joins the podcast to talk about his latest book.  We talk broadly about the history, public theology, and sociopolitical influence of Uganda’s catholic church in the late 20th century and 21st century. Additionally, we discuss a couple of the 6 case studies of Catholic leadership in postcolonial Uganda that Dr. Carney wrote about.  We discuss Prime Minister Benedicto Kiwanuka, Emmanuel Cardinal Nsubuga, "The Sheperd of the People", Fr. John Mary Waliggo: Uganda’s Libertarian Theologian, Fr. Tonino Pasolini and Ms. Sherry Meyer "Missionaries of the Media" and Mrs.Rosalba Ato Oywa otherwise known as "Mama Peace." We reflect on the things we can learn from these leaders and draw some open questions and comparisons to the church in the United States.

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Skip to 10:05 to get right to the State Ballot Measures.
Ryan and Julian go through and discuss a multitude of measures that were passed and not passed by states this election period. 

We discuss measures such as Michigan's Proposal 2 that requires a search warrant to access a person's electronic data, Alaska's attempted measure to implement ranked-choice voting, Utah passing legislation to make the language in the state constitution gender-neutral, and many many more. Additionally, we give our thoughts on the results of the elections and as always give our beacon and jacka** of the week.

Jacka**Three guys getting arrested trying to cook chicken in a geyser in Yosemite National Park
Beacon: Maher al-Khras

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Ryan and Julian interview Polish protestor and student Ania on the national protests happening in Poland regarding the recent ruling by the Polish judiciary to make abortion far more restrictive. We talk about how what the protestors are demanding, the government's reaction, the connection with the Catholic church, how men can be better allies and more.

Ryan and Julian discuss US Elections, North Korea, and the testifying of CEOs from social media companies. Additionally, we get into a heated discussion about the shooting of Mr. Wallace in Philadelphia and an article written by ProPublica about an ongoing epidemic about a disproportionately high amount of amputations amongst the African American population.

Jacka**: Rudy Giuliani
Beacon: Pushpa Basnet

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Ryan & Julian interview Julian's mom to discuss media, media manipulation, Communism & Socialism both in Poland and the US, and more. Additionally, we reminisce of old Mayfair Park memories. 

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Jordanian artist Daniella Hussam joins the podcast to discuss art & sculpting, art education, mental health, and women's rights both in Jordan and around the world. Stayed tuned till the end to hear "The People's Champ", Ryan Henry, flex his Arabic and French-speaking skills.

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Ryan and Julian discuss the plot by a Michigan militia group to kidnap Michigan's governor in the capital. Additionally, we discuss gun rights, the Vice Presidential debate, the nomination of Amy Coney Barrett, and more! 

Jacka** : Julian Bil & Paul Hanula
Beacon: Bernard Cohen.

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Julian & Ryan thoroughly discuss the Breonna Taylor case & verdict. Additionally, we discuss Ryan's Jacka** of the week (All of Us) & Julian's beacon of the week, Ruth Bader Ginsburg.  Feel free to email us your thoughts and/or questions to biljulianf@gmail.com

Jacka**: All of us
Beacon: Ruth Bader Ginsburg

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Intoxicated Bathtub Wisdom from Ryan.  We discuss the new judicial nomination, COVID-19 lockdown measures, and voting third party.

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Ryan and Julian discuss the anniversary of 9/11, Palestine "peace" negotiations, police brutality,  Djokovic's ejection, and much more.

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