Modern Guilt

In this episode, the guys catch up on macroeconomic/geopolitical events from the past two weeks, touching on Australia's stern COVID restrictions, the impending US debt crisis, Evergrande and Chinese financial weakness, and more. LINKS Evergrande explainer- https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2021-09-13/what-is-china-evergrande-and-why-is-it-in-trouble-quicktake Citadel banned from shorting in China- https://www.scmp.com/business/markets/article/1846104/us-hedge-fund-citadel-banned-share-trading-shanghai-account Citadel fined by Chinese regulators- https://www.financemagnates.com/institutional-forex/regulation/citadel-securities-fined-97m-in-china-for-malicious-short-selling/ Melbourne riots- https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/sep/22/riot-police-on-melbourne-streets-to-prevent-third-day-of-protests FOLLOW US   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss Trump's philosophy of just not caring, the Biden administration's mishandling of Afghanistan, and the underlying implications. Later on, Damon presents a case for fundamental value in crypto, and the guys dwell on HGEN's emergency use application refusal. LINKS How to be a modern man- https://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/02/fashion/mens-style/27-ways-to-be-a-modern-man.html George Floyd mural in Afghanistan- https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/sep/07/the-soul-of-kabul-taliban-paint-over-murals-with-victory-slogans Donald Trump, it just doesn't matter- https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/style/it-doesnt-matter-well-see-the-trump-doctrine-is-sounding-more-fatalistic-every-day/2018/10/18/218d3b8a-d14d-11e8-83d6-291fcead2ab1_story.html Fauci involved with Wuhan gain of function research- https://nypost.com/2021/09/07/wuhan-lab-documents-show-fauci-untruthful-about-research-critics/ SUPPORT US https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off by discussing nicotine, shitting, and other adventures. Next, Damon recounts the story of Chris Chan thus far, followed by an explanation of the term 'lindy'. On the back end, they touch on banks leveraging bad student loan debt, Havana syndrome, and public intellectuals. LINKS Havana syndrome- https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/vienna-is-the-new-havana-syndrome-hotspot SUPPORT US https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss the Tokyo Olympics, the tall poppy syndrome surrounding athletic accomplishment and success in general, social class structures, and corporate, office culture LINKS The Michael Scott Theory of Social Class- https://alexdanco.com/2021/01/22/the-michael-scott-theory-of-social-class/ SUPPORT US https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss contemporary art, Kyle McDonald, Hunter Biden's upcoming exhibition, the billionaire space race, and the swindling away of America's retirement funds. LINKS Private equity and pension fund grifting https://jacobinmag.com/2021/07/public-pension-private-equity-investment Kyle Mcdonald webcam apple store bonanza https://kylemcdonald.net/psac/ Laundering in the art world- https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/19/arts/design/money-laundering-art-market.html Hunter Biden artist profile- https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/28/arts/design/hunter-biden-art.html Hunter Biden exhibition and auction- https://thehill.com/opinion/white-house/562377-the-art-of-hunter-bidens-latest-deal?rl=1 Jeff Bezos' salt tweet- https://twitter.com/blueorigin/status/1413521627116032001 SUPPORT US https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss the new Chinese social phenomenon of 'lying down', the status of elite university educations and their inherent non-value, virtue-signaling ETF's such as NACP, and more. LINKS Eric Adams crime video- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sk2Wc4Y5CxE Lying down- https://www.nytimes.com/2021/07/03/world/asia/china-slackers-tangping.html NACP ETF- https://impactetfs.org/naacp-etf/ SUPPORT US https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss The Global Palladium Fund, geopolitical tensions rising in Africa over the administration of the Nile River, the emergence of bootleg economic under extreme conditions, and more. LINKS Guardian on John McAfee- https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/jun/27/john-mcafee-obituary The Nile River- https://www.theafricareport.com/85672/is-a-war-between-egypt-and-ethiopia-brewing-on-the-nile/ Econtalk on extreme economies- https://open.spotify.com/episode/4D1CSBkJiJcWsspTVV4sFR?si=a9fd34917eaa4919&nd=1 Global Palladium Fund- https://gpf.global/ SUPPORT US https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss Blackrock's buying up of homes in America, the erosion of financial independence, the Biden administration's recent diplomatic shenanigans, and more. LINKS https://www.wsj.com/articles/if-you-sell-a-house-these-days-the-buyer-might-be-a-pension-fund-11617544801  https://oilprice.com/Energy/Energy-General/The-Great-Reset-BlackRock-Is-Fueling-A-120-Trillion-Transformation-On-Wall-St.html FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, Hayden brings up a discussion surrounding autism diagnosis, the condition's ever-shifting definition, whether we are experiencing a contemporary over-diagnosis, and how cultural context can shift views towards people, who according to modern diagnosis, are on the spectrum. Following this, Damon shares his finds about 'company money' and attempts by corporations to further entwine their employees and customers with dedicated payment systems and crypto-currencies. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Autism in China- https://www.researchgate.net/publication/342567853_Prevalence_of_Autism_Spectrum_Disorder_in_China_A_Nationwide_Multi-center_Population-based_Study_Among_Children_Aged_6_to_12_Years History of autism- https://blogs.lse.ac.uk/theforum/creationofautism/ Possible overdiagnosis- https://nationalpost.com/health/autism-epidemic https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/journal-of-economic-history/article/abs/did-coal-miners-owe-their-souls-to-the-company-store-theory-and-evidence-from-the-early-1900s/F576B08F8DB66BDFBBA7D4E346B97873 FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off with a recap of Modern Guilt's recent HGEN coverage as well as touching on the recent cryptocurrency market crash. Next, Damon tells the tale of how clit-stroking, orgasmic meditation cults sprung up in America's yuppy heartlands. Lastly, Hayden shares the details of how Donald Barr, one of Jeffrey Epstein's former employers wrote a grim sci-fi tale with eery similarities to the criminal sex trafficking activities of Epstein and co. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Space Relations- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Space_Relations More Space Relations- https://www.vice.com/en/article/qvgpm3/epstein-truthers-are-obsessed-with-a-sci-fi-book-about-child-sex-slavery-written-by-bill-barrs-dad Institute of OM website- https://instituteofom.com/what-is-om Gweneth Paltrow and masturbation cults cults- https://www.telegraph.co.uk/women/life/inside-multi-million-dollarorgasm-cult-endorsed-hollywood/ Eric Weinstein on Epstein- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dJNjH4SP6vw FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys are joined by the veteran stock market trader and GME loot-getter, Mike McCaskill, to discuss Mike's wild ride in the market over the past two decades, and the next big trade target on the Modern Guilt radar, $HGEN. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Mike's Twitter- https://twitter.com/MWM76 FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off by discussing Warren Buffett looking old, Charlie Munger's glass eye, and the divine circle of cuckoldry which dictates capital outcomes.  Next, Hayden shares the story of the Russian city Norilsk, the precious metals mined there, and the rise of the Russian oligarchy.  Following, the guys talk Crypto, privatised state surveillance, online 'terror' cells, and more. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Berkshire Hathaway annual meeting- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gx-OzwHpM9k Norilsk mini doco- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ks9E9XQp_2k&feature=emb_title Norilsk photo essay- https://meduza.io/en/galleries/2015/04/02/life-in-norilsk Loans for shares NYT piece (1996)- https://www.nytimes.com/1996/01/28/world/russian-banking-scandal-poses-threat-to-future-of-privatization.html More Norilsk- https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/12/03/world/europe/norilsk-arctic.html Biden admin privatising surveillance- https://edition.cnn.com/2021/05/03/politics/dhs-partner-private-firms-surveil-suspected-domestic-terrorists/index.html FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, Hayden kicks off by discussing the announcement of the withdrawal of US troops from Afghanistan, the country's opium trade, and the troubling development legacy left behind by the conflict. Next, Damon talks about the rise of the new entrepreneurial subclass of fin-doms, immigrants, and freelancers, who mainstream media portray as indicative of a robust economics rebound. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Washington Post on the return to normal process- https://www.washingtonpost.com/national-security/biden-afghanistan-decision-foreign-policy-process/2021/04/18/e45e3fec-a05d-11eb-a774-7b47ceb36ee8_story.html Washington Post on Afghani opium- https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2019/investigations/afghanistan-papers/afghanistan-war-opium-poppy-production/ Afghani mineral wealth- https://thediplomat.com/2020/02/afghanistans-mineral-resources-are-a-lost-opportunity-and-a-threat/ More Afghani mineral wealth- https://www.thenation.com/article/archive/resources-were-supposed-to-make-afghanistan-rich/ Fin-doms in New York Times- https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/10/style/findom-kink.html Collapsing labour force- https://seekingalpha.com/article/4419730-collapsing-labor-force-participation-secular-trend#comments 'Accelerated retirement'- https://www.wsj.com/articles/pandemic-accelerates-retirements-threatening-economic-growth-11616940000 Wall Street Journal on skill shortages- https://www.wsj.com/articles/economic-growth-is-set-to-surge-hiring-might-not-keep-up-11618738202 FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off by discussing the geopolitical tension forming between Russia, the United States, and China, as Russian and Chinese aggression ramps up in their respective spheres of influence. Next, Damon broaches the topic addressed by a recent piece from The Atlantic, which decries the prospects of university and college graduates from 2020 and examines the current job market in the US and Australia. Lastly, Hayden brings up a 2020 article that covered Amazon and Wholefoods' use of software to monitor the reverse correlation between diversity in their workplaces and the likelihood of unions forming. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS The Australian Reserve Bank's Policy Failures- https://www.smh.com.au/politics/federal/the-central-bank-under-fire-has-the-rba-failed-australians-20210315-p57auu.html Russia and Ukraine- https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-56720589 South China Sea- https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2021/4/9/china-drills-in-disputed-south-china-sea-as-us-bolsters 2020 Graduates- https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2020/05/class-of-2020-graduate-jobs/611917/ Lack of Jobs- https://theconversation.com/the-problem-isnt-unskilled-graduates-its-a-lack-of-full-time-job-opportunities-90104 FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off by discussing a recent New York Times article suggesting that the Biden administration oversee the completion of the United States' Southern border wall. After this, they begin a discussion on immigration, cultural identity, the relationship between free-market liberalism and culture, Gina Rinehart's new joke book, Trump's attempts to disclose UFO secrets, and more. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Finishing the border wall- https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/05/opinion/biden-border-wall.html Financial relief for undocumented workers- https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/08/nyregion/covid-relief-undocumented-workers-nyc.html Washington Post on UFOs- https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2021/04/01/we-need-talk-about-ufos-again/ Gina Rinehart's joke book- https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/billionaire-gina-rinehart-releases-joke-book-in-aid-of-charities/news-story/8df4b726808b372da3be77736067d2cd FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss hubris, as Damon starts the episode off by recounting the recent folly of financial manager, BIll Hwang and his $20-billion margin call. Following this, the guys talk about the cryptocurrency, Tether, which appears poised to potentially collapse the cryptocurrency market. To finish off, Damon tells the tale of Ray Dalio and the conceptual birth of the chicken nugget. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Bill Hwang's margin call- https://fortune.com/2021/03/30/archegos-founder-amassing-enormous-hidden-fortune-when-bets-unraveled/ Tether coin and systemic risk- https://crypto-anonymous-2021.medium.com/the-bit-short-inside-cryptos-doomsday-machine-f8dcf78a64d3 FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off by discussing China's recent move to begin teaching young men 'masculinity' in their school curriculum, the recent Tucker Carlson controversy regarding his views on the US military's special accommodation of women, and the labour implications of the modern feminist movement.  Following this, Hayden talks about the strength of China's renewable energy sector, the positive implications this might have on the international community, and the way China's 2060 net-zero emissions target has been covered in Western media. Lastly, Damon tells the story of asset management firms in the United States purchasing trailer parks and squeezing increasing profits from them at the expense of their residents. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Chinese renewables- https://www.csis.org/east-green-chinas-global-leadership-renewable-energy New York Times on China's 2060 target- https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/23/world/asia/china-climate-change.html Vox on China- https://www.vox.com/22313871/china-energy-climate-change-five-year-plan-wind-solar-coal-oil-gas Chinese masculinity classes- https://www.nbcnews.com/news/ncna1258939 Trailer park exploitation- https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2021/03/15/what-happens-when-investment-firms-acquire-trailer-parks FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys deviate from the usual show format to have an unscripted, open conversation about mental health in modern society and the ways in which we view and treat it. SUPPORT US   Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU   Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt    LINKS Soft White Underbelly- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hA50FoqW-MY Skid Row- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bcm076fDLck   REVIEW US Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/modern-guilt/id1515857043    FOLLOW US   IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/   MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern   Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, Damon and Hayden are joined for the second time by special guest, Rod Alzmann (https://twitter.com/RodAlzmann). In the wake of Rod's extraordinary Gamestop journey and year to date, the guys debrief on the Gamestop madness and look forwards to discuss the economic outlook for the 2020s, attempting to find the even keel between inflation fears and roaring twenties hype. SUPPORT US Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt LINKS Gamestop Due Diligence- https://gmedd.com/ REVIEW US Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/modern-guilt/id1515857043 FOLLOW US IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/ MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys begin by discussing the current volatility in the stock market as well as recent commentary from Michael Burry regarding inflationary risks. Next, Hayden begins a critique of the Australian government and their failure to effectively communicate to the public about both the COVID-19 vaccine program, as well as recent allegations of rape and sexual assaults in parliament house. After this, Damon gives an overview of the concept of shadow recessions and describes how the commodities, fossil fuels, and manufacturing sectors of the US economy during the 2015-16 period came perilously close to causing a widespread market collapse. SUPPORT US Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt LINKS Shadow recession https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/29/upshot/mini-recession-2016-little-known-big-impact.html WHO China report- https://www.abc.net.au/news/2021-02-22/australian-doctor-on-the-who-covid-19-mission-china-origin-covid/13180078 Rape in Australian parliament- https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2021/feb/25/man-accused-of-raping-brittany-higgins-in-ministerial-office-returned-to-parliament-house REVIEW US Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/modern-guilt/id1515857043 FOLLOW US IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/ MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off by touching on the recently imposed COVID lockdown in New Zealand, Valentine's day, and the legalisation of drugs for recreational and utilitarian use. Next, Damon discusses the recent New York Times hit piece on the blog, Slate Star Codex, which sought to undermine media content counter to mainstream narratives by making all-too-familiar accusations that the content is conducive to terrorism, the oppression of minority groups, and white supremacy. After this, the guys talk about how alternate forms of communication have been used in both the past and present in order to enforce uniformity amongst a diversity of unique cultural groups and centralise power. SUPPORT US Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt LINKS Harold Innis's communications theories- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harold_Innis%27s_communications_theories Valentine's Day in India- https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valentine%27s_Day_in_India Bridgewater Hit- https://www.bridgewater.com/rob-copeland-of-the-wall-street-journal-again-intentionally-distorts-facts-about-bridgewater NYT employees' free speech- https://nypost.com/2021/02/13/new-york-times-employees-feel-they-cant-speak-freely-survey/ Slate Star Codex on NYT- https://astralcodexten.substack.com/p/statement-on-new-york-times-article NYT Slate Star Codex Hit- https://www.nytimes.com/2021/02/13/technology/slate-star-codex-rationalists.html REVIEW US Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/modern-guilt/id1515857043 FOLLOW US IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/ MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys start off by discussing a 2018 Vulture interview with music producer Quincy Jones and AOC's recent meltdown regarding her victim status relating to the Capitol Hill riots. Next, Hayden talks about draft legislation that would allow private companies to set up autonomous enclaves on undeveloped land in Nevada, in response to which Damon dives into some of the various, bizarre 'microstates' which exist in the world today. Following this, Hayden grapples with the bizarre article recently published by Time Magazine which describes what can be construed as a conspiracy amongst left-leaning and centrist institutions to ensure the 2020 US election results aligned with certain interests. Lastly, the guys weigh up the idea that Elon Musk might be a charlatan and dive into the history of his empire and his enormous success to date. SUPPORT US Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt LINKS Quincy Jones interview- https://www.vulture.com/2018/02/quincy-jones-in-conversation.html Nevada autonomous zones- https://thehill.com/homenews/state-watch/537667-nevada-governor-touts-proposal-to-allow-tech-companies-to-create-local?rl=1 Time Magazine on election conspiracy- https://time.com/5936036/secret-2020-election-campaign/ Australian microstate- https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/news/nsw/isnt-it-every-little-boys-dream-to-control-everybody/news-story/2cd2c567df9146fde9083af460bc202b Australian microstate 2- https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/north-shore/prince-of-wy-paul-delprat-loses-driveway-court-battle/news-story/45ed4e062cdeb539d51600d10529eec7 Elon's Empire- https://www.economist.com/business/2016/10/22/countdown REVIEW US Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/modern-guilt/id1515857043 FOLLOW US IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/ MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys discuss the recent stockmarket frenzy over Gamestop ($GME), the descent of retail investors into an ideology-driven paranoia, equality amongst market participants. Other topics include the co-opting of the anti-Wall Street social justice message for private gain, the insane creeping of partisanship into financial markets, the recent coup in Myanmar, and much more. SUPPORT US Paypal- https://paypal.me/modernguilt?locale.x=en_AU Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/modernguilt LINKS The Quants- https://www.pdfdrive.com/the-quants-how-a-new-breed-of-math-whizzes-conquered-wall-street-and-nearly-destroyed-it-e158639405.html Myanmar Coup- https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-55902070 Martin Shkreli on GME- https://www.reddit.com/r/MartinShkreli/comments/l9p2dz/shkreli_on_gme_131/ Ryan Holiday on The Portal, the current cultural zeitgeist and the millennial victim complex- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/31-ryan-holiday-conspiracy-manipulation-other-pastimes/id1469999563?i=1000472441252 REVIEW US Apple Podcasts- https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/modern-guilt/id1515857043 FOLLOW US IG- https://www.instagram.com/modernguiltpod/ MG on Twitter- https://twitter.com/guilt_modern Hayden on Twitter- https://twitter.com/WhyWorry_OhWait

In this episode, the guys kick off by discussing the debate around Australia day and the contentious nature of national holidays in general. Next, Damon talks about a recent theory espoused by Michael Burry of 'The Big Short' fame, which suggests that due to worryingly illiquid passive stock holdings in many of the S&P500's smaller companies, we could be facing down an impending ETF bubble. After this, Hayden tells the story of Chinese tech billionaire Jack Ma's recent disappearance in response to his criticisms of the Chinese Communist Party's moves to regulate China's booming tech and finance sectors. To wrap up, the guys speculate on the superpower status of the USA moving forwards, potential changes that could be implemented in order to slow or reverse its seemingly inevitable decline, and the possibility of an Asia-Pacific travel bubble. SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter LINKS: Michael Burry on the ETF bubble The disappearance of Jack Ma Possible Asia-Pacific travel bubble

SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter Hayden kicks off this episode with a brief history of Gaddafi-era Libya in order to contextualise a discussion of clashing narratives surrounding the failed-state status of what was once a prosperous case study for the realisation of post-colonial ambitions.  Following this, the guys address the embedded arrogance in Western intervention in the development and economic contexts, as well as the inherent contradictions within the Western conception of 'freedom'. Lastly, Damon gives his take on Chinese state media's criticism of COVID-19 vaccines being used by the West as political weapons, the shaky foundations of efficacy studies, and more. Links: China Global Times on Pfizer vaccine Dengue fever vaccine debacle Pfizer efficacy paper After Qaddafı: The Surprising Success of the New Libya The War and the Economy: The Gradual Destruction of Libya Everything You Need To Know About The Libyan Oil Industry

SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode, the guys start off by discussing the recent chaos in Washington DC, the mass censorship response from big tech, and the possibility of the capitol hill attack being driven by pent up aggression. Next, Damon gives his take on docu-series All Watched Over by Machines of Loving Grace by director Adam Curtis, and its implications on systems theories, economic modeling, and social unrest. After this, Hayden explains the monopolisation of North American freight and oil distribution by railway factions and The Standard Oil Company in the late 19th century, as well as how this parallels the monopolisation of infrastructure for the distribution of political and cultural ideas in 2021. LINKS:  The Limits of Growth Alan Greenspan Oil and railway monopolisation in the 19th century USA Saturn Devouring his Son The Danger of Corporate Monopolies

SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode, Damon kicks off by discussing the recent revelation that humankind is experiencing a literal mass emasculation, which might lead to widespread male infertility, higher estrogen levels in men across the board, and a slew of other concerning health issues. Next, Hayden recounts the story of the North Korean resistance group, Free Joseon's recent raid of an embassy in Madrid, their operations geared towards speeding up the collapse of the regime, and the state of North Korean society in general. To finish off, the guys discuss China's recruitment of cast aside Western experts, the millennial-boomer economic finger-pointing war, and more. LINKS: Echo of truth, North Korean vlog Adrian Hong and Free Joseon North Korean society and stability

SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode the guys are joined by Gamestop stock analyst extraordinaire, Rod Alzmann, AKA U/Uberkikz11, to discuss all things Gamestop as the company transitions through its most turbulent period to date and investors attempt to react accordingly. Rod also shares his thoughts on the stock market and economy more broadly, the pandemic, and what 2021 might hold in store. FOLLOW ROD ALZMANN: Twitter Stocktwits

SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode of the podcast, the guys kick off by touching on their new Patreon bonus offerings, before briefly discussing current media content, a fascinating upcoming guest, the return of international travel in 2021, and other assorted topics. Following this, Damon shares the sad but intriguing tale of the death of former Zappos CEO, and larger than life tech entrepreneur Tony Hsieh (24:55). Next, Hayden recounts the odd history of a French UFO cult, The International Raëlian Movement, their predictions for humanity's eventual union with our alien masters, and their quest for sexual liberalisation (50:27).  To finish off, the guys discuss Burning Man, the cultish tendencies of extreme ideology, the pros and cons of self-exploration, and more (1:13:40). LINKS: Raelism Life and death of Tony Hsieh Burning man The Raelian embassy

SUPPORT US: Patreon Paypal FOLLOW US: IG Twitter In this episode the guy's kick things off by discussing the state of the global economy and the dynamics at play which prevent much of the middle and lower class from gaining a foothold on the ladder to prosperity, taxing big tech companies, and the 'great reset' of the post-COVID world. Next, Hayden provides a run down into the anatomy of Australia's greatest diplomatic blunder of the 21st century, which involves war crimes committed by Australian special forces troops in Afghanistan, a burgeoning trade war with the rising dragon that is China, the pathetic Scott Morrison, and more (23:20). Following this, the guys briefly discuss the recently revealed connection between an Australian academic imprisoned in Iran on espionage charges and the larger than life, Julian Assange (44:23). To follow up, Damon gives his take on a fresh scandal involving pharmaceutical giant purdue, management consultants Mackenzie and Co., and the wave of Oxycontin deaths currently breaking over the United States (48:04). Wrapping up, the guys touch on the kick backs provided to doctors from pharma companies in exchange for increased prescriptions of marketed drugs, medicinal marijuana, the relationship between beer hops and cannabis, future revolutions which might advance society and more (55:17). LINKS: Julian Assange's cousin's espionage charges China's Twitter meme game is strong Purdue, Mackenzie and Co., Oxycontin Relationship between hops and weed Australian war crimes THANKS. WE LOVE YOU.

In this week's episode, the guys start off by discussing the recent announcement that Kim Han-Sol, nephew of North Korean leader, Kim Jong-Il is currently in the protective custody of the CIA.  Following this, Damon shares his exploration of US army and intelligence projects geared towards manufacturing dissent in foreign states (13:49), the Twitter clone built by USAID in an attempt to destabilize Cuba in 2014 (19:57), and the guys discuss the feasibility of indoctrination through nefarious means compared to attempts to simply tap into pre-existing dissident ideas (26:13). After this, Hayden provides a run-down of the United States backed coup over lithium resources in Bolivia which saw the socialist president Evo Morales ousted (35:38), the guys discuss this as a demonstration of mainstream media's requirement to protect neoliberal corporate interests (49:25), and the relatively low cost of buying influence from corrupt public servants (54:55). To finish off, ideas such as moral relativism, the forms that moral and immoral acts take when scaled, and more (1:05:50).  SUPPORT US: Here LINKS: Kim Han-Sol and the CIA Project Camelot The USAID Twitter clone Bolivia's lithium resources Glen Greenwald on Bolivian coup Like. Follow. Share. Subscribe!

In this episode,  Damon kicks off by sharing the tale of his strange, yet enlightening weekend encounter with five gym bros (1:07), and then the guys respond to listener input and share their thoughts on the concept of 'doublethink', its relevance to our current political/media climate,  the function of disinformation in a culture war and the uncanny alignment between progressive and corporate interests (10:05). In the second half, they touch on the feeling amongst the general public that something is 'off' amongst powerbrokers (40:48), the reprehensible foreign policy and intelligence practices of the USA (46:39), the military-industrial complex's impact on US international relations (52:31) and more. SUPPORT US: Here LINKS: Bill Maher on The Democrats and race Murder of Al-Qaeda's number two Trump withdraws troops from Middle-East and Africa Doublethink Obama on the internet and democracy Asia-Pacific trade deal

In this episode, the guys kick off with a quick chat about Damon's temporary home, Dunedin, as well as shouting out some listener-suggested topics. After this, they begin a deep-dive into the Hillsong Church, sharing what has been learned over an emergency 18hr research spree to prepare for the show. Topics include Hillsong pastor Carl Lentz' recent cheating scandal and expulsion from the church (4:20), Hillsong's inherent capitalistic motivators (11:28), the parasitic nature of Hillsong in terms of its extraction of money from the population and takings minds (21:42), and the church's shadowy ties to Australian PM, Scott Morrison (38:59). In the back half of the show, they talk about Hillsong's and Christianity's grasp on power, the upper echelons of the Western World where most decisions are made by a few, and investigating subcultures (46:38). SUPPORT US: Here LINKS: Hillsong Essay by Lech Blaine of The Monthly Hillsong  founder Brian Houston mind-tricks Scomo The Feed/Viceland doco Carl Lentz cheats Hillson's potential influence on Scomo

In this slightly unhinged episode, the guys discuss establishing laws on Mars, Trump repealing the Patriot Act, the glory of Hunter Biden and more, as election results roll in and the world holds its breath. Other topics include loving cigarettes, drinking other people's alcohol, South-East Asia, and more. SUPPORT US: Here LINKS: Trump and the Patriot Act Thailand 'pedo' diver Space law Palantir explainer Military-industrial complex

The guys start off this episode with a brief review of the recent, bonus pod on The Act of Killing and the latest non-scandal involving Hunter Biden's exposed penis and Rudy Giuliani's trouser adjustments (2:57). Next, Hayden gives a run-down of the Obama-produced, licensed-to-Netflix documentary film, American Factory (17:18). This is followed by a reflection on Obama's political motivations, the co-option of social justice causes by corporate interests, and critique of token concessions to minority groups in the wake of the BLM movement (24:55). Next, Damon shares a deep dive into 'eugenic dating algorithms' and the control exercised by tech companies over the courting process and determinants of self-worth resulting in stratified classes of 'haves' and 'have-nots' (50:09). The episode finishes up by touching on the perils of celebrity and general tom-foolery (1:15:33). SUPPORT US LINKS: Tinder Select Tinder's algorithm Kim Jong-Un is sad American Factory trailer Australian marijuana bust Spotify's attempt at helping black people LIKE. SHARE. SUBSCRIBE!

In this episode, the guys respond to viewing the 2012 documentary film by Joshua Oppenheimer, The Act of Killing. The discussion starts with an overview of the premise of the film, immediate reactions to some of the personable executioners who participated in Indonesia's 1960 genocide, and overall thoughts and feelings on the film. The episode continues with Hayden touching on discovering a new-found capacity for forgiveness for even the most monstrous atrocities, Damon's lament towards lack of closure in the face of evil deeds, and the surprising level of connectedness one feels with the film's perpetrators. Damon's was actually referring to Crime and Misdemeanors by Woodie Allen not Crime and Punishment SUPPORT US Watch The Act of Killing

In this politics and finance-focused episode, the guys start off with a chat about the recent New Zealand election results, what the next term of governance holds in store for Prime Minister Jacinda Adern and her Labour government, and the implications of this (2:05). Following this, they explore the relationship between movements in politics and the movement of money in finance- particularly in big-tech (17:30), the recent Hunter Biden "scandal" (25:50), Hayden's new-found suspicion that we're all a part of one large super-organism connected through the internet (38:29) and the feasibility of Amazon as the final harbinger of socialism through its capacity to solve the age-old economics conundrum of the planner's dilemma (45:15). To finish off, they talk about the impending(?) spiritual death of humankind, the appropriation of wealth by tech from other sectors, voting-related chaos, and more. SUPPORT US LINKS: Amazon and socialism NZ Election outcomes Martin Shkreli's blog The CCRU on accelerationism US election overview China and Taiwan

In episode 18, the guys kick off by discussing caffeine addiction (1:06) , Trump's recent endorsement of Regeneron stocks (6:30), current finance stuff (11:19), the Netflix series, 'Dirty money' (21.38) and more. Next, Damon and Hayden present a two-pronged show and tell celebrating the insanity and drive of anti-virus anti-hero, John McAfee, his retreat from the tech world to Belize, alleged manufacturing of rare narcotics and his rag-tag escape from the law across international borders (35:16). To finish off, Damon draws the analogy between McAfee and Hunter S. Thompson (1:01:32), Hayden drops a take on Thompson's auto-biography, Kingdom of Fear (1:05:18) , and both reflect on what might really matter once one hits the retirement village and wonders "have I lived a good life" (1:18:30)? SUPPORT US LINKS John McAfee's Belizean fuckstorm Trump's Regeneron address McAfee's Bluelight thread Hunter S. Thompson's Rolling Stone piece (the official article is paywalled, but some legend has posted the whole thing in a Reddit thread). William S. Burroughs kills his wife FUCK JERRY Like, share, subscribe. ALL DAT SHIT!

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In this bonus pod, the boys react to the first US presidential debate between Donald Trump and Joe Biden. The discussion covers the continuation of centrist, liberal governance perpetuated by the ongoing drone war, murder of innocents and military industrial complex, the disintegration of coherent policy in narratives relating to the election as well as takes on who came out 'on top'.

In this episode Damon and Hayden warm up with a talk about the world of real estate agents (5:00) and the latest Trump-related topics (17:30). Following this, Hayden serves up a deep dive into the Russian state information warfare apparatus, psyop techniques and the international relations battle-ground (27:29). Next, Damon discusses his own experiences with misinformation and his views on Netflix's potential role as a contemporary propaganda machine (45:05). To finish up, the guys discuss the British monarchy, separating the work of great artists from their sins, the nature of repentance and what's coming up for Modern Guilt (1:01:00). LINKS Trump and the US election Vladimir Putin's NYT op-ed Russian Information Warfare: Implications for Deterrence Theory Review us on your podcast platform and share the show! Love y'all xxx

In this episode we take our time with a long-ass intro and discuss the prospect of political candidates running Only Fans accounts to fund campaigns, Donald Trump's least impressive offspring, Tiffany (1:58), Anti-lockdown COVID denier rallies in Australia (9:03), marijuana 'culture' in NZ (19:03), and fringe society more broadly. Next, for show and tell Damon dives into the current climate of faux class disputes amongst the only fans community and cam-girl farms (36:10). Hayden follows this up with a quick talk about Hong Kong's cage homes (1:00:38) before we finish off by talking about finding glory in the worst environments and finding happiness in labour struggles (1:11:05). LINKS Ladies of the Trump family deep-fakes (pornographic, 18+) Hong Kong's cage homes Dakter Green and The Daktory BBC coverage of Melbourne's anti-lockdown rally The Economist on Only Fans The piece of shit who started Only Fans LOVE Y'ALL.

In this episode we were joined by Amy MacMahon, who is The Greens Candidate for the South Brisbane seat in Queensland's upcoming state election. We talked about her current campaign the mood she detects in the public (00:53), challenging the public stereotype of The Greens and selling progressive movements (13:56), policies for making Brisbane more climate-change proof (32:39), Critiques of the current Labor government's failures in the South Brisbane ward (47:27), whether or not we're facing a coming dystopia (1:04:52) and much more. LINKS: Amy MacMahon's Offical website Unemployment's relationship to immigration sentiment The Unemployed Worker's Union Pauline Hanson in a burka REVIEW NOW. 5 STAR. 5 STAR 5 STAR.

In this episode we talk with Ryan Menner, who leads the operational and strategic program of the Eidos Institute hosted within the Queensland University of Technology and also conducts research for The University of Queensland's Institute for Social Science Research. We talk about how society regards professionalism, objectivity and subjectivity, as well as look at how our treatment of these spaces leads to real-world impacts.

In this episode we talk about revolutionary theory, the breaking of our collective self-worth resulting in political tribalism and the way our innate want for belonging and to be needed drives the way we live our lives. First off, Hayden offers an overview of the dichotomy of our psyche's and our need to find space for our naturally destructive tendencies and balance it with broadly accepted conceptions of the 'good' (7:04). Next, we dive into the details of a 1967 paper which attempted to provide a theory for understanding the nature and origins of political revolutions and how this theory can be applied to current context (17:34). Later, Damon makes the case for concern over the lack of available space for new innovation and institutions to rise without structural changes and we discuss how this connects to competition for reproductive prospects and desirability (37:20). On the back-end, we carry on to discuss some current media stories, politics, lad culture, trips to Thailand, existential doubt and what we've got in store for Modern Guilt in the near future (1:02:35). CORRECTION: Hayden is a dickhead and referred to a book called "Working With Your Shadow". This was a mistake, and the book is in fact called "Owning Your Own Shadow: Understanding the Dark Side of the Psyche". LINKS: A Theory of Revolution (sign up to JSTOR for access to 100 free articles per month). Russ Roberts on political discourse Herman Cain tweets from beyond the grave Zyzz God Owning Your Own Shadow LIKE. SUBSCRIBE. SHARE. ALL DAT SHIT!

In this episode we start off with a chat about Rupert Murdoch and his motivations, before segueing into a discussion of Faustian bargains, the moral cost of material pursuits and how the concept translates across culture, time and context (9:05). We continue to discuss celebrities selling their platforms and brands at negligible cost (24:30), the pros and cons of life-extension versus health-extension (30:35) and the eternally pondered upon topic of death and how we can approach it (45:21). We finish off by looking at the birth of celebrity in US aviator, Charles Lindbergh, the recent cancelling of Ellen Degeneres and more (1:08:20). LINKS: Buy a cheap celebrity endorsement Charles Lindbergh, the original international celebrity The Unabomber Manifesto Faust and Fame Healthier Not Longer Lives The Disease Model The Death of Muammar Gaddafi (Warning: contains graphic images) Arrest of Jonathan Sri LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, SHARE. WE LOVE YOU MF'ERS

In this episode we start off by discussing Australia's current COVID-19 situation (4:15), the unspectacular pleasures of traditional life (10:15) and living in the shadow of social media (14:00). Damon shares a summary of an article by macro-investor and philanthropist, Ray Dalio, which explores the rapidly growing socio-economic divide between the bottom 60% of society and the professional managerial class. We elaborate on this by exploring the varied mechanisms at play which contribute to accelerating this divide and the flow-on effects of this on partisanship and political tribalism. We continue on to talk about accelerationism, the philosophical movement which advocates for the speeding up of capitalism to its inevitable end point, or even the complete collapse of social order. Lastly, we finish off by discuss the only fans phenomenon, the future of AI and VR sex, kink-shaming and more. LINKS: Neo-nazis in Germany Manufactured scarcity and hunter gatherer societies Ray Dalio on the top 40% and bottom 60% Men are giving up on work The Automotive industry's effect on city planning LIKE, SHARE, REVIEW, SUBSCRIBE. Five stars, five stars, five stars *****

In this episode we start off with a recount of Hayden's incel dog-piling experience and a look at some current media stories. Next, Damon takes a dive into political tribalism by filling us in on a BLM steam game which has whipped liberal gamers into a frenzy (31:58) and the recent Goya Foods 'scandal' involving Trump, delicious Hispanic foodstuffs and a lot of tantrums (41:00). After this, Hayden offers some insights from a groundbreaking article published by New York Times Magazine which covers climate change, human displacement and the way these compound social justice issues (48:35). We finish off by discussing food security, the failure of cities and systems for progress, and the broader impacts of this on not just the global South, but also its impending impact on the West (1:05:25).  LINKS From Damon: BLM Steam game Goya Foods Negative XP That Feel When No GF From Hayden: The Great Climate Migration Incel dogpile Filoxiny by Skinshape Scott Morrison isn't working hard enough THANKS MOTHERF*CKERS!

In this episode we start with a discussion of bland memoirs and documenting life. Next, Damon tells the tragic tale of Christine Chubbuck and the rise of the incel phenomenon (13:40). Following this, Hayden sparks a discussion of the dual stupid-adventurous intersectionality of men, highlighted by their refusal to wear masks during the COVID-19 pandemic (42:00). We wrap up with quick hits touching on neo-hippies vs inner-city environmentalists, specialty coffee culture, literature and as usual, much more (1:09:02). LINKS TO MORE CONTENT: Andrew Marr interview with Chinese ambassador to the UK 'Bad Vibes' by Shlohmo Coronavirus face masks: Why men are less likely to wear masks on the BBC Bill Clinton Cigar antics https://www.journalism.org/1998/10/20/the-cigar/ Bjork Stalker Video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6A_Xh80z5CY

In our first episode featuring a guest, Michael Hudson joined us to start a conversation about the intersectionality of film production, marketing and manufactured controversy. We break down societal rot, post-industrial despair and the differences between forms of isolation in regional New Zealand and Australia. Hayden gives a spiel of 17th century novel, Don Quixote, Damon smashes brains with his recount of Jada-Pinkett Smith's entanglement and Michael drops hints as to the whereabouts of his second-wave-proof hideout in regional Queensland.  LINKS: The Hunt "Controversy" https://www.vulture.com/2020/03/all-the-hunt-controversy-and-cancellation-explained.html Snowtown https://www.abc.net.au/news/2019-05-20/can-snowtown-ever-shake-off-its-dark-past/11082778?nw=0 https://www.theguardian.com/film/australia-culture-blog/2014/sep/05/snowtown-rewatched-a-supremely-unsettling-portrait-of-a-killer https://www.sbs.com.au/movies/review/snowtown-review-gloomy-portrait-misappropriated-vulnerability Come and See https://www.filmink.com.au/feeling-just-bit-happy-come-see-will-fix/ https://nofilmschool.com/2016/10/how-come-and-see-uses-horror-make-best-anti-war-movie-youve-never-seen https://www.rogerebert.com/reviews/great-movie-come-and-see-1985 "Misery Porn" https://www.news.com.au/entertainment/movies/new-movies/hearts-and-bones-review-hope-and-empathy-in-australian-drama/news-story/8a5ecd3480f21871865cd22b766efa60 https://www.smh.com.au/entertainment/movies/why-wont-we-watch-australian-films-20141024-11bhia.html Don Quixote https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Don_Quixote Will and Jada-Pinkett Smith https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NQE9BzPX9w