The World and stuff

Drew Petrimoulx
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Drew Petrimoulx is a journalist/filmmaker living and working in Washington, DC. This is where crucial decisions are being made about issues affecting all of our lives. To help you understand what's happening and why it's important, Drew is launching a podcast. "The World and stuff" features insights from a vast array of experts, making it accessible for busy people who want to better understand the important issues shaping our world. Like and subscribe and join Drew on this journey!

  1. 09/09/2025

    Is Trump Helping or Hurting Washington, DC?

    DC Councilmember Brianne Nadeau joins me to break down the on-the-ground reality of President Trump’s asserted “federal takeover” of Washington, DC — from ICE riding along with MPD and federal agents patrolling neighborhoods, to National Guard deployments and what it’s doing to trust, safety, and civil liberties. We get into the roots of DC’s crime swings, 2020-era police reforms, the legal limits of federal power, political fallout for Mayor Bowser, DC statehood prospects, and yes — the Commanders stadium fight. If you care about how American cities are policed — and who actually holds the power — this one’s for you. 👉 If you enjoy the show, please subscribe, rate, and share. It helps a ton. Chapters 00:00 – Intro & what this episode covers 00:35 – How DC government actually works (Home Rule 101) 2:44 – Council roles, workload & compensation 4:15 – Why crime ebbs & flows in DC (post-COVID reality) 11:12 – 2020 reforms, MPD staffing & trust with communities 20:17 – What the “takeover” really means inside MPD 22:07 – ICE, federal agents & day-to-day policing on DC streets 31:07 – National Guard on patrol: impact, optics & morale 37:34 – Bowser’s strategy, DC statehood & political fallout 50:42 – Commanders stadium, the name fight & closing thoughts 🎧 Listen & follow “The World and Stuff” YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAwn_pfM6mPuLhlkZTOKDiTgBMi5_JQ4E&si=KRqNEDtBtN1kVtLy Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-and-stuff/id1753602905 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-petrimoulx Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ddc88cc5-5fd6-4e5c-b02e-d7612ae1952c/the-world-and-stuff 📱 Follow me on social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx X (Twitter): https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drew.petrimoulx Website: https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com/ #WashingtonDC #DCPolitics #Policing #CriminalJustice #PublicSafety #Immigration #ICE #NationalGuard #CivilRights #Project2025 #MPD #UrbanPolicy #Podcast #WorldAndStuff #BrianneNadeau #twaspod

    53 min

  2. 08/18/2025

    Anti-Immigrant Backlash, Migrant Labor, Border Security, Biden, Trump 2.0, and What's Next

    In this episode of The World and Stuff, I sit down with Todd Schulte, President of FWD.us, to tackle the tough questions on immigration. We discuss why anti-immigrant sentiment is on the rise, the economic impact of immigrants, the politics behind border enforcement, and how both Trump and Biden have shaped U.S. immigration policy. Todd shares data, context, and personal insights from years of advocacy, while addressing the myths that dominate the national conversation. Whether you agree or disagree, this is a candid, fact-driven conversation you won’t want to miss. Chapters: 00:00 – Introduction & Why Immigration Matters 00:33 – Todd Schulte’s Background & Political Roots 02:02 – Why Immigration Benefits America 04:07 – The Global Swing Toward Anti-Immigrant Politics 06:10 – Immigration Levels, Birth Rates & Public Opinion 12:36 – Rethinking “Illegal” Immigration 17:50 – Biden’s Border Policy & Missed Opportunities 22:13 – The Asylum System: Intended Use vs. Reality 27:26 – Economic Impact & Myths About Immigrant Labor 30:33 – Corporate Exploitation & Workplace Enforcement 34:50 – Trump’s Mass Deportation Agenda & Economic Consequences Subscribe for more bold interviews: 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-and-stuff/id1753602905 🎧 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-petrimoulx 🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ddc88cc5-5fd6-4e5c-b02e-d7612ae1952c/the-world-and-stuff 📱 Follow me on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drew.petrimoulx Website: https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com/ #Immigration #Politics #Podcast #BorderPolicy #Trump #Biden #Economy #ImmigrantRights #Asylum #Labor

    59 min

  3. 07/23/2025

    Set Free by Trump's Pardon, Ex-Politician Tells All

    Jeremy Hutchinson is the son of a U.S. Senator, the nephew of a Governor, and a former Arkansas State Senator himself. In 2023, he was sentenced to 8 years in federal prison for bribery, tax fraud, and misuse of campaign funds. But just two years later—he was pardoned by Donald Trump. In this unfiltered and emotional conversation, no questions are off the table. We talk about the Hutchinson political dynasty, the evidence against him, life inside federal prison, and the presidential pardon that set him free. ⏱️ CHAPTERS: 00:00 - From Political Royalty to Federal Prison 01:04 - Growing Up a Hutchinson 06:00 - Moderate Republican in a MAGA Takeover 09:34 - Fast Life & Fallout 11:16 - The Bribery Case: Clients, Lobbying, and Legal Lines 21:29 - “This Is What’s Wrong With Politics” 25:27 - Campaign Funds, Netflix, and Divorce 28:00 - The FBI Comes Knocking 33:02 - Facing Trial, Relevant Conduct, and the Plea Deal 40:40 - Sentenced to 8 Years: Despair, DoorDash, and the Drive Home 49:17 - Inside Federal Prison: Survival, Contraband, and Redemption 1:11:13 - The Trump Pardon That Changed Everything Subscribe for more bold interviews: 🎧 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-and-stuff/id1753602905 🎧 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-petrimoulx 🎧 Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ddc88cc5-5fd6-4e5c-b02e-d7612ae1952c/the-world-and-stuff Follow my content on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAwn_pfM6mPuLhlkZTOKDiTgBMi5_JQ4E&si=NvT_zQr9tgnayLKE 📱 Follow me on social media: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drew.petrimoulx Website: https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com/ #PodcastInterview #TheWorldAndStuff #twaspod #DrewPetrimoulx #MustWatchPodcast #JeremyHutchinson #TrumpPardon #ArkansasPolitics #PoliticalCorruption #FederalPrison #WhiteCollarCrime #CriminalJusticeReform #PrisonStories #PoliticalDynasty #TrueStory #RealTalk #Unfiltered #Scandal #RedemptionStory #Trump2024 #MAGA #CorruptionInPolitics #PardonPower #NoQuestionsOffLimits 🎧 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe if you enjoyed the episode!

    1h 46m

  4. 07/01/2025

    US Started Iran’s Nuclear Program, Now Tries to End It

    In this conversation, Drew Petrimoulx interviews Pranay Vaddi, a nuclear weapons expert, discussing his journey from biochemistry and political science to becoming a key figure in nuclear arms control. They explore the complexities of the nuclear fuel cycle, the challenges of weaponization, and the evolution of Iran's nuclear program, including the implications of the JCPOA. The discussion also covers the impact of political changes on nuclear diplomacy, military options versus diplomatic strategies, and the effectiveness of recent military strikes on Iran's nuclear capabilities. Finally, they reflect on the lessons learned regarding nuclear proliferation and the future of international relations in the context of nuclear weapons. 📍Chapters: 00:00 – Meet Pranay Vaddi: Nuclear Policy Insider 03:10 – How Nuclear Weapons Are Made 06:42 – Enriching vs. Weaponizing Uranium 11:54 – The Origins of Iran’s Nuclear Program 16:12 – From Revolution to Proliferation 21:10 – What the JCPOA Actually Did 24:17 – Criticism of the Iran Deal 28:52 – Behind the Biden “Freeze-for-Freeze” Policy 36:35 – Did Something Fundamentally Change? 4:18 – Were the U.S. Strikes Effective? 🎧 Watch the full episode on YouTube: 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/@drewpetrimoulx 📲 Follow me on social media for more: TikTok: @drewpetrimoulx Instagram: @drewpetrimoulx Twitter: @DrewPetrimoulx Website: www.drewpetrimoulx.com #Iran #NuclearWeapons #PranayVaddi #ForeignPolicy #ArmsControl #BidenNSC #NPT #JCPOA #MiddleEast #Geopolitics #NationalSecurity #twaspod #theworldandstuffpodcast

    1h 3m

  5. 06/17/2025

    From the CIA to the White House: Judd Devermont on U.S. Policy in Africa

    Africa is the youngest, fastest-growing region on Earth—and central to the future of the global economy, security, and climate. My guest is Judd Devermont, former CIA analyst and President Biden’s top Africa advisor, who’s worked on Africa policy during four U.S. administrations. We talk coups, colonialism, China’s growing footprint, the legacy of U.S. aid programs like PEPFAR, and whether the U.S. still has moral authority on the continent. Judd explains how intelligence is gathered on African politics, the continent's impact on the rest of the globe, and why he believes the future of Africa hangs in the balance. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Meet Judd Devermont: CIA to the White House 01:13 – Why Africa? Devermont’s Origin Story 03:03 – Traveling the Continent: 42 of 54 African Nations 04:47 – Africa’s Diversity, Innovation, and Misunderstanding 08:05 – Colonialism, the Berlin Conference, and Lasting Borders 15:36 – Religion, Geography, and Conflict in Africa 19:34 – Comparing U.S. Africa Policy: Obama to Trump to Biden 26:46 – George W. Bush’s Underrated Legacy in Africa 35:05 – China’s Belt and Road and the Global Competition 43:39 – Coups, Crisis, and the New Cold War in Africa 🎧 Subscribe + listen on all platforms: YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAwn_pfM6mPuLhlkZTOKDiTgBMi5_JQ4E&si=r2jbyumFDYqN9mM4 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-and-stuff/id1753602905 Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-petrimoulx Amazon: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ddc88cc5-5fd6-4e5c-b02e-d7612ae1952c/the-world-and-stuff 📲 Follow me for more: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx/ Twitter: https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx Website: https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com/ #AfricaRising #USForeignPolicy #TheWorldAndStuff #ChinaInAfrica #Geopolitics #SubSaharanAfrica #AfricanPolitics #ForeignPolicyPodcast #YouthPower #GlobalSouth #twaspod

    1h 13m

  6. 05/30/2025

    The U.S. Betrays Afghan Allies with Ret. Lt. Col. Will Selber

    Retired Lt. Colonel Will Selber joins The World and Stuff for a raw, emotional, and brutally honest conversation about America’s longest war — and what we owe the people left behind. A veteran of both Iraq and Afghanistan, Selber opens up about his harrowing deployments, the betrayal of Afghan allies during the chaotic U.S. withdrawal, and the moral injury now haunting veterans like him. He blames both Trump and Biden for the fallout, details the failures of the Doha Agreement, and warns of the looming deportation of 9,000 Afghan refugees — many of whom served shoulder-to-shoulder with U.S. forces. We also talk about: — The collapse of U.S. strategy in Afghanistan — The heartbreak of the Kabul airport evacuation — The refugee community in the U.S. — Psychedelics and PTSD treatment — Why honor still matters in American foreign policy — And what Americans can do to help 📺 Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drewpetrimoulx 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx 🐦 Twitter (X): https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drew.petrimoulx 🌐 Website: https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com #Afghanistan #Veterans #Refugees #MoralInjury #DohaAgreement #AfghanAllies #MilitaryPodcast #Biden #Trump #TheWorldAndStuff #WarOnTerror #ForeignPolicy #twaspod

    1 hr

  7. 05/23/2025

    Biden’s Collapse, Kamala’s Struggles, & Trump’s Winning Strategy with Amie Parnes

    What really happened inside the 2024 election?  Bestselling political journalist Amie Parnes joins The World and Stuff to talk about her explosive new book Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House.  We explore some of the juicest stories from the book, including why Obama and Pelosi didn’t want Harris to be the nominee, Trump’s campaign strategy (including Baron's surprising role), Biden’s debate collapse, and the advice Mike Pence had for the Harris team.  Packed with behind-the-scenes moments and untold stories, this episode is essential listening for anyone trying to make sense of the 2024 presidential campaign. 📅 Recorded: May 12, 2025 📖 Guest: Amie Parnes ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Who is Amie Parnes? 02:41 – The 2000 Recount and Getting Hooked on Politics 06:14 – Inside the Obama Years at Politico 09:40 – Did Democrats Misread the 2020 Mandate? 13:50 – Why Biden Ran Again — and Should He Have? 18:37 – Inside Debate Prep: The Red Flags No One Heeded 23:28 – Pelosi’s Dagger and Why Obama Wouldn’t Back Harris 30:31 – Kamala’s Struggles and Trump’s Disciplined Campaign 39:54 – Baron Trump’s Podcast Strategy and Rogan Fallout 54:48 – Final Pitches, Missed Moments, and Election Night Shock 🔗 Connect with Drew 🌐 Website: https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx/ 🎵 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx 🐦 Twitter/X: https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx 📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drew.petrimoulx 🎧 Podcast Links: → Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-world-and-stuff/id1753602905 → Spotify: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/drew-petrimoulx → Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/ddc88cc5-5fd6-4e5c-b02e-d7612ae1952c/the-world-and-stuff ▶️ Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAwn_pfM6mPuLhlkZTOKDiTgBMi5_JQ4E&si=VqdR0P8MAtmGdptq 📚 #AmieParnes #Fight2024 #KamalaHarris #JoeBiden #DonaldTrump #Election2024 #BarackObama #Pelosi #TheWorldAndStuff #PoliticalPodcast #BehindTheScenes #WhiteHouseDrama #MikePence #JonathanAllen #RoganGate #twaspod #theworldandstuffpodcast

    58 min

  8. 05/05/2025

    How Polling Shapes Global Politics

    International pollster and Republican strategist Alex Tarascio joins The World and Stuff to unpack what the data says about global political realignment, gender fault lines, polling blind spots, the U.S. retreat from democracy-building, and how the world is reacting to Trump 2.0. This episode goes deep — from why polls keep underestimating Trump to the hidden costs of gutting foreign aid programs like USAID. Alex offers a behind-the-scenes look at how campaigns really choose their messages, and what global allies think of America’s recalibration of its role on the world stage. Recorded: April 16, 2025 📍 Chapters 00:00 – Intro: Who is Alex Tarascio? 01:06 – The Tea Party & Citizens United's Impact 06:03 – Inside the International Republican Institute 11:29 – Democratic Backsliding & Bias in NGOs 14:30 – Why USAID & IRI Were Gutted Under Trump 17:35 – The Real Reason the Trump Admin Targeted Foreign Aid 27:42 – What Private GOP Pollsters Actually Do? 35:26 – Why Trump Keeps Overperforming Polls 38:29 – How Americans Are Reacting to Trump’s Second Term 52:12 – Gender Fault Lines, Brain Drain & Global Trends 🔗 Connect with Drew: 🌐 Website: [https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com/](https://www.drewpetrimoulx.com/) 📸 Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx/](https://www.instagram.com/drewpetrimoulx/) 🎵 TikTok: [https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx](https://www.tiktok.com/@drewpetrimoulx) 🐦 Twitter (X): [https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx](https://x.com/DrewPetrimoulx) 📘 Facebook: [https://www.facebook.com/drew.petrimoulx](https://www.facebook.com/drew.petrimoulx) #RepublicanStrategist #PoliticalPolling #AlexTarascio #Trump2024 #USAID #Democracy #USPolitics #TheWorldAndStuff #twaspod #PoliticalRealignment #GOPPollster

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Drew Petrimoulx is a journalist/filmmaker living and working in Washington, DC. This is where crucial decisions are being made about issues affecting all of our lives. To help you understand what's happening and why it's important, Drew is launching a podcast. "The World and stuff" features insights from a vast array of experts, making it accessible for busy people who want to better understand the important issues shaping our world. Like and subscribe and join Drew on this journey!

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  • Creator
    Drew Petrimoulx
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Drew Petrimoulx
  • Show Website
    The World and stuff