For Your Ignorance

Daniel Zargaran
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Under the production and distribution of The Mercury Newspaper at the University of Texas at Dallas, contributors Daniel Zargaran and Zachariah Qureshi tackle the trivial and polarizing issues overwhelming our societies today. Our main focus is to provide news commentary on stories regarding the socioeconomic struggles heavily apparent here in the states, and globally. Along with that, an additional focus on political concepts and developments apparent in modern countries. A podcast made by the students, for the students, and for the people.

Episodes

  1. 11/10/2020

    Keep Calm and Carry On

    The Election is finally over, but there is still a pandemic, the uncertainty of what a Biden administration will do in the next four years, and nationwide polarization. This week Daniel and Zack talk about the election results, the future of politics in the United States, and the withstanding runoffs elections to come. Also a quick tribute to Alex Trebek and Sean Connery and as always some recent recs.

  2. 10/20/2020

    Presidential Town Hall

    A recap of the nationally televised Presidential Town Halls. Also an update on covid-19, and a revisit of a story mentioned in our very first episode regarding the Bolivian Government election.  VOTER INFORMATION: https://www.vote411.org/ https://votesaveamerica.com/

  3. 10/12/2020

    Flies on the wall, Discourse for all

    This week Daniel and Zack cover the Vice Presidential debate between incumbent Mike Pence and Kamala Harris, and the discourse that derived from memes of the debate. They also give an update on the condition of Trump's covid case as well as the impact it has had on the GOP coming into the election. Texan folks... GO VOTE, EARLY VOTING STARTS OCTOBER 13TH!!  Disclaimer: We refer to Regeneron that makes it seem like that is the vaccine Trump used, that is the pharmaceutical company which produced the vaccine.  Zack Suggestions:  The Invisible Man (1933)- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0024184/  Poltergeist- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0084516/ Night of the Living Dead- https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0063350/ Daniel Suggestions:  Joe Rogan Experience with Jon Stewart- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SXOUCRLW2UI&t=1835s  Antonin Scalia on American Exceptionalism- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ggz_gd--UO0

  4. 10/05/2020

    Trump Meets Covid-19 #acquaintances

    This week Zack and Daniel discuss President Trump's contraction of the Coronavirus and what it means for the future of his campaign and administration with the upcoming election. They also briefly cover first Presidential debate as well as review Christopher Nolan's latest action film, Tenet.

  5. 09/30/2020 ·  Bonus

    Xxxtra Spicy Nuggets Review

    In this lighthearted and uncut bonus episode for the week the duo try for the first time and review McDonald's new menu item, Spicy Chicken McNuggets in comparison with the counter Wendy's nuggets, and an open conversation about the fast food industry as a whole.

  6. 09/30/2020

    Supreme Court Nomination and Breonna Taylor Case

    In this episode Zach and Daniel address the recent Supreme Court nomination of Amy Coney Barrett by Donald Trump as well as the controversial ruling of the case regarding the death of Breonna Taylor. Along with that suggestions for a comedy series on Hulu and a period piece film on the French queen Marie Antionette.

  7. 09/21/2020

    Falling of an Icon: RIP RBG

    Daniel and Zack pay tribute to Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg as they look back at her legacy and what her presence on the court meant for progression of women rights. They also discuss in depth the political implications behind her vacancy and the polarization that has derived from it. Along with that, they share their weekly suggestions for what the listeners should check out in their free time.

  8. 09/15/2020

    Politics Aside as Tensions Rise

    In this episode Daniel and Zack cover the 19th anniversary of the horrific 9/11 attacks and how both presidential candidates went about paying their respects. Along with that, a discussion on the string of police chief resignations following criticisms on police brutality and insufficient performance. They also take time to discuss the 54th anniversary of Star Trek's initial airing on television and how the show has been constant model for progression on television; as well as the Netflix documentary, The Social Dilemma, which covers the continuing phenomenon of misinformation and manipulation through major social media and internet platforms.  DISCLAIMER: During the segment where we discuss the resignation of Dallas Police Chief Renee Hall it is stated that she will leave her duty by the end of September. This is NOT TRUE as her resignation will, in fact, not be taken into effect until NOVEMBER 10th.

  9. 09/01/2020

    For Your Ignorance with George Odwesso

    In this hour long special, Daniel and Zachariah are joined by special guest George Odwesso of Southern Methodist University as they analyze and discuss the progression of the Black Lives Matter movement within the past week and overall. Along with that, a quick summation of the RNC and a political discussion on the history of American politics.

  10. 08/24/2020

    For Your Ignorance: Out of Hibernation and Into Tarnation

    In this week's first official episode, Daniel and Zack briefly talk about both Presidential Candidates respective national conventions, and how the televised event was viewed in the eyes of the general American public.  Along with that, the latest developments on the never ending iteration of Trump's shifty administration during his tenure.

  11. 08/19/2020 ·  Bonus

    For Your Ignorance: Cold Open

    In this first episode back from the Summer, Daniel and Zack cover the status of the coronavirus, the daunting effect of the Beirute explosion, along with other topics that arise from the conversation.

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About

Under the production and distribution of The Mercury Newspaper at the University of Texas at Dallas, contributors Daniel Zargaran and Zachariah Qureshi tackle the trivial and polarizing issues overwhelming our societies today. Our main focus is to provide news commentary on stories regarding the socioeconomic struggles heavily apparent here in the states, and globally. Along with that, an additional focus on political concepts and developments apparent in modern countries. A podcast made by the students, for the students, and for the people.

Information

  • Creator
    Daniel Zargaran
  • Years Active
    2020
  • Episodes
    11
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Daniel Zargaran
  • Show Website
    For Your Ignorance