Nice catch!

It might be his go-to response when he is listening and learning from the speaker; Professor Richard Wolff does have a way with words!

It seems he said it three times on this video, hahaha:

1. 7:24 - Wow. I wanted to ask you um about knowledge and class in particular, this
2. 41:19 - Wow. It seems to me that when you were um explaining all of this that as Mark
3. 45:38 - Wow. I’m reminded of because we’ve just have about four or five minutes left. I’m reminded of this amazing set of u

Generated Summary:

Main Topic: Analysis of the escalating tensions between Israel and Iran, the potential for a larger conflict, and the historical context of Iranian society and US involvement in the Middle East.

Key Points:

• Escalation of Conflict: Israel and Iran have exchanged strikes, with the US intervening and launching attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities.
• US Military Presence: The US maintains numerous military bases in the Middle East, a point of contention historically, though now often seen as a security guarantee by Gulf states.
• Israel’s Strategy: Israel’s tactical successes are contrasted with a lack of clear strategic goals, particularly regarding Iran’s nuclear capabilities and the “axis of resistance.”
• Iran’s Nuclear Ambitions: While Iran’s nuclear program is a major concern, experts disagree on how close Iran is to developing a nuclear weapon. A nuclear weapon is seen as a deterrent.
• Historical Context: The video delves into the history of Iran, including its shift from Persia, its relationship with Nazi Germany, and the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
• US Justification for Military Action: The US has historically used the threat of nuclear weapons as a justification for military interventions in the Middle East, sometimes based on false pretenses (e.g., Iraq War).
• Potential for Miscalculation: There’s a risk that leaders like Netanyahu could manipulate US presidents (like Trump) into taking actions that serve Israel’s interests but may not be in the best interest of the US.
• Status Quo vs. Revisionist Powers: The US and its allies are seen as status quo powers in the Middle East, while Iran, Russia, and China are revisionist powers seeking to challenge the existing order.
• Oil Interests: While not essential for the US, Middle Eastern oil is crucial for US allies and the stability of the global economy.

Highlights:

• Discussion of the potential for a nuclear conflict and whether Iran is a rational actor.
• Analysis of the media’s biased coverage of the conflict, emphasizing the importance of independent reporting.
• Interview with Dr. James Gelvin, providing expert analysis and historical context.
• Discussion of the cancellation of the Tel Aviv Pride Parade due to the conflict.
• Positive news stories about a young boy saving his family from a house fire and Ireland shutting down its last coal-burning plant.

All is well.

Peace.

True, but it seems the Big Beautiful Bill is approved by the duopoly, to be signed today.

Awesome cover, first time I hear it!

Thanks for sharing it with us!

TIL:

B-Sides and Rarities | 2007 compilation album by Cake

B-Sides and Rarities is a rarities compilation album by Cake, an alternative rock band from Sacramento, California. It features several cover songs from the 2004 bonus disc Extra Value and the 2005 Wheels EP, including Black Sabbath’s “War Pigs” and Barry White’s “Never, Never Gonna Give You Up.” Originally, Columbia Records requested the band to release a greatest hits compilation, but the band promptly refused. During the legal fall-out, Cake formed its own record label, Upbeat Records, and released B-Sides and Rarities A limited edition version of the album features a bonus track, a live version of “War Pigs” featuring Steven Drozd of The Flaming Lips. It also features a scratch and sniff cover with “five different CD cover/scent variations.”^[1]

Just out of curiosity, what’s the preferred place to link to with songs on here?

YT links, but post what you prefer!

The Fumes were playing their first gig in years earlier in the year, but it was in Northern NSW at a local pub and about 250km each way for me. I regret not going to the gig, but I don’t regret not driving that far for it.

Wow. You might have to plan it as a mini-vacation trip so as to enjoy the event if the occasion arises or until they have a gig closer to your area.

Some bands are very limited in their tours, so if possible, we have to go to their closest gig.

Nice, thanks for sharing it with us!

Oh, they have a song called Jazz.

YT Link, Jazz: https://youtu.be/cguH1y_fng8 | Lyrics^[1]

YT Link, Automobile: https://youtu.be/GGhd5zWAgoc

YT Channel, maybe: https://youtube.com/@thefumes5636

Video Description:

The Fumes, blues/roots rockers from Australia find themselves trying to fend off their alter egos in this little blue screen gem!

www.thefumes.com.au

Automobile is the 2nd single from the debut album, out July 2006 through Inertia/Silent Partner Recordings.

A Jumping Castle Production 2006.

“I’m for truth, no matter who tells it. I’m for justice, no matter who it is for or against. I’m a human being, first and foremost, and as such I’m for whoever and whatever benefits humanity as a whole.” – Malcolm X

“To suppress free speech is a double wrong. It violates the rights of the hearer as well as those of the speaker.” – Frederick Douglass

“If we don’t believe in free expression for people we despise, we don’t believe in it at all.” – Noam Chomsky

“The ultimate test of a society’s freedom is not how it treats its good, obedient, compliant citizens; it’s how it treats its dissidents.” – Glenn Greenwald

“Free speech is my right to say what you don’t want to hear.” – George Orwell

The people are, but our politicians and government continue to fully support and fund another genocide in the Middle East.

[Verse 1]

1. Generals gathered in their masses
2. Just like witches at black masses
3. Evil minds that plot destruction
4. Sorcerer of death’s construction
5. In the fields, the bodies burning
6. As the war machine keeps turning
7. Death and hatred to mankind
8. Poisoning their brainwashed minds

[Bridge]

1. Politicians hide themselves away
2. They only started the war
3. Why should they go out to fight?
4. They leave that all to the poor, yeah
5. Time will tell on their power minds
6. Making war just for fun
7. Treating people just like pawns in chess
8. Wait till their judgment day comes, yeah^[1]

Unfortunately, I’ve no confidence in the truth or value of anything produced by Glenn Greenwald.

All is well.

Peace.

Yes, we should all be highly critical of our governments, especially our politicians and the military (paid puppets of the oligarchy).

Building up an independent working-class movement should be our priority.

You should check out Kshama Sawant and Workers Strike Back.

Related Links:

1. June 16, 2025 | https://apnorc.org/projects/few-want-spending-on-federal-benefit-programs-reduced/ | https://archive.ph/EuDrn
2. Feb 14, 2025 | https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/where-u-s-adults-think-the-government-is-spending-too-much-and-too-little-according-to-ap-norc-poll
3. February 14, 2025 | https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/national-international/us-government-overspending-foreign-aid-poll/3674663/
4. February 14, 2025 | https://apnews.com/article/ap-poll-government-spending-social-security-medicare-8a8ddb0e721355a4e9585da4147efe1a
5. Feb. 17, 2025 | https://www.thegazette.com/federal-government/poll-u-s-spends-too-much-but-not-on-social-security/

Some Timestamps:

1. 0:00.000 - 0:10.000 Intermission
2. 3:16.500 - 5:04.500 Chris Hedges Explains the work Kshama Sawant has done
3. 5:04.500 - 1:00:07.500 Kshama Sawant Interview
4. 5:04.500 Highlight
5. 1:00:07.500 - 1:00:19.000 Thanks People
6. 1:00:19.000 - 1:00:39.271 Endcards/Credits

Some Skip Timestamps:

1. 0:00.000 - 11:14.500 Intermission
2. 3:24:31.000 - 3:26:35.500 Unpaid/Self Promotion

Share your preferred country’s politics on this community so as to counteract the US politics posts.

Be the change you want to see.

Following that logic, it means you were watching him in 2020, when he first interviewed Sanders? Around this time, Joe said he was voting for Bernie Sanders.

Anyway…

All is well, peace.

Here is a related video on Joe Rogan. I posted it on this community two days ago.

It gives background on Bernie Sanders first appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience.

Why Joe Rogan Ditched the Left – And What It Means for America [15:07 | NOV 13 2024 | 51-49 with James Li]

https://lemmy.world/post/31898144

Yes, Joe Rogan was for Bernie Sanders in 2020.

Again, the video explains it in simple terms.

I do have a community for his show.

I only post viral or interesting interviews that I think people should watch and not be afraid to listen to.

To restate, I am not afraid to listen to and learn from non-status quo sources or dissidents.

Feel free to see my communities and videos I share.

I try to avoid self-built echo chambers and self-censorship, as we all should strive to achieve.

And the guy pushed COVID misinformation, among other conspiracy theories, to millions of his followers. Guy is no better than the propaganda machine he claims to be against.

The video went over the ‘misinformation’ smear by the MSM.

Putting aside conspiracy and conspiracy theories.

Again, it is political tribalism.

Divide and conquer strategies work to continue to divide the working class.

In this case, it was another of the “are you for or against [insert boogeyman]” (Joe Rogan/COVID restrictions).