THE 85/15 PODCAST
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Podcast Overview
<p>In an era defined by division—where tribalism, outrage, and hostility toward the “other side” often dominate politics, media, and social platforms—the <b>85/15 Podcast</b> offers something different: thoughtful, civil conversation between people who don’t agree on everything.</p><p>We’re two longtime friends—one a seasoned old codger, the other a curious young whippersnapper—who talk about politics, sports, culture, and whatever else captures our attention. On most issues, we find ourselves aligned about 85% of the time. It’s the remaining 15% that makes things interesting.</p><p>Each episode captures our effort to explore that 15% with honesty and respect—challenging one another’s assumptions, defending our perspectives, and prioritizing nuance over noise. Rather than trying to “win” arguments, we aim to understand them.</p><p>Join us as we test a simple but increasingly radical idea: that every sincerely held belief deserves to be examined thoughtfully—even, and especially, when we strongly disagree.</p>
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3/13/2026
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August 5, 2026
"If you ain't first...you're last." How is America's focus on being the best viewed by the world?
<p>The conversation delves into the exploration of different cultures, the perceptions of work and life, the distinction between success and contentment, the pursuit of happiness and joy, and observations from Greece and Ecuador. The speakers discuss the impact of cultural differences on work-life balance, the importance of relationships and contentment, and the contrast between material success and personal fulfillment. The conversation explores the pursuit of material possessions, the correlation between hard work and happiness, and the impact of a slower pace of life on contentment. It also delves into the role of faith and religion in fostering joy and contentment, highlighting the influence of Catholicism on the culture of contentment in certain regions. The discussion concludes with the impact of following the example of Christ on overall happiness and contentment.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Cultural differences impact work-life balance</li><li>Success and contentment are distinct concepts</li><li>The pursuit of happiness and joy is essential for a fulfilling life The pursuit of material possessions does not necessarily lead to happiness.</li><li>A slower pace of life and a focus on faith and religion can contribute to greater contentment and joy.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>00:00 Exploring Different Cultures</li><li>03:16 Perceptions of Work and Life</li><li>19:37 Success vs. Contentment</li><li>32:36 Pursuit of Happiness and Joy</li><li>40:10 Observations from Greece</li><li>42:55 The Pursuit of Stuff</li><li>44:18 Hard vs. Simple Living</li><li>45:15 The Correlation Between Hard Work and Happiness</li><li>48:06 Island Time and Slower Pace of Life</li><li>49:29 The Middle Section of Life and Contentment</li><li>50:23 The Attraction of a Slower Lifestyle</li><li>53:42 The Pursuit of Wealth and Power</li><li>55:34 The Role of Faith and Religion in Contentment</li><li>01:05:54 The Choice of Joy and Contentment</li><li>01:09:34 The Role of Faith in Happiness</li><li>01:13:15 The Influence of Catholicism on Contentment</li><li>01:20:06 The Impact of Discipleship for Christ</li></ul>
July 30, 2026
A consideration of Libertarianism: How small can we make an effective government? - Part 3
<p>The conversation covers a range of topics, including a review of the Libertarian Party platform, discussions on individual liberty, national defense, geopolitical tensions, human rights, moral responsibility, and government mandates. The conversation delves into the conflict between individual rights and government actions. The conversation covers a range of topics including the response to COVID-19, oversight of intelligence agencies, challenges with the CIA, immigration and border control, and rights and discrimination. The discussion delves into the Libertarian Party's perspective on these issues and the implications for policy and governance. There is a review of the Libertarian Party's stance on representative government, campaign finance reform, ballot access, initiative referendums, and political self-determination. It also explores the challenges of implementing the libertarian agenda and the importance of evaluating candidates based on pro-liberty policies.</p><p></p><p>Takeaways</p><ul><li>Individual liberty is a fundamental aspect of the Libertarian Party platform.</li><li>Geopolitical tensions and alliances play a significant role in shaping international relations. COVID-19 response and workplace flexibility</li><li>Challenges with CIA oversight and intelligence community</li><li>Libertarian perspective on immigration and rights The Libertarian Party advocates for representative government, campaign finance reform, and political self-determination.</li><li>The implementation of the libertarian agenda poses significant challenges, and evaluating candidates based on pro-liberty policies is crucial.</li></ul><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>02:25 Libertarian Party Platform Review</li><li>05:41 Individual Liberty and Government</li><li>11:10 National Defense and Foreign Policy</li><li>15:36 Geopolitical Tensions and Alliances</li><li>30:09 Human Rights and Moral Responsibility</li><li>33:34 Government Mandates and Individual Rights</li><li>36:44 Response to COVID-19</li><li>38:18 Oversight of Intelligence Agencies</li><li>39:14 CIA and Lack of Oversight</li><li>41:07 Challenges with Intelligence Community</li><li>47:56 Immigration and Border Control</li><li>01:10:09 Rights and Discrimination</li><li>01:16:41 Libertarian Party's Take on Representative Government</li><li>01:18:06 Campaign Finance Reform and Ballot Access</li><li>01:20:00 Initiative Referendums and Political Self-Determination</li><li>01:22:06 The Libertarian Agenda and the Implementation Challenge</li><li>01:45:09 Pro-Liberty Policies and the Lens for Candidate Evaluation</li></ul>
July 11, 2026
No cash bail and electronic monitoring: Protecting civil rights at the expense of public safety?
<p>Ken Good, a Texas attorney and expert in the bail industry and current attempts at bail reform, joins the podcast to discuss the issues with the current bail process and the potential problems associated with the proposed reforms to the bail system. The conversation explores bail and bail reform, misconceptions around bail and bail bondsmen, failure to appear rates and statistics, the intent and impact of bail reform, judicial discretion, and the problems associated with electronic monitoring. The conversation delves into the complexities of bail reform and the criminal justice system, highlighting the influence of activists and the role of the private industry. It explores the extremes of criminal justice advocacy, the impact of political influence on the bail discussion, and the confusion created by the public perception of the bail industry. The effectiveness of electronic monitoring, the importance of involvement in local politics, and the need for more public input on criminal justice issues are also discussed.</p><p></p><p>Chapters</p><ul><li>04:51 Introduction to Ken W. Good and His Background</li><li>05:55 Understanding Bail and Bail Reform</li><li>11:00 The Misconceptions Around Bail and Bail Bondsman</li><li>13:46 Failure to Appear Rates and Statistics</li><li>18:48 The Intent and Impact of Bail Reform</li><li>21:05 Judicial Discretion and Systemic Racism</li><li>27:11 Abuse of Judicial Discretion</li><li>30:15 The Debate on Bail Reform</li><li>31:05 Activist Influence on Bail Reform</li><li>32:03 The Extremes of Criminal Justice Advocacy</li><li>33:01 The Political Landscape and Party Extremism</li><li>34:22 The Bail Industry and Public Perception</li><li>39:50 The Effectiveness of Electronic Monitoring</li><li>42:52 Potential Solutions to Crime and Public Safety</li><li>51:31 Involvement in Local Politics and Criminal Justice</li></ul>
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- What is THE 85/15 PODCAST?
<p>In an era defined by division—where tribalism, outrage, and hostility toward the “other side” often dominate politics, media, and social platforms—the <b>85/15 Podcast</b> offers something different: thoughtful, civil conversation between people who don’t agree on everything.</p><p>We’re two longtime friends—one a seasoned old codger, the other a curious young whippersnapper—who talk about politics, sports, culture, and whatever else captures our attention. On most issues, we find ourselves aligned about 85% of the time. It’s the remaining 15% that makes things interesting.</p><p>Each episode captures our effort to explore that 15% with honesty and respect—challenging one another’s assumptions, defending our perspectives, and prioritizing nuance over noise. Rather than trying to “win” arguments, we aim to understand them.</p><p>Join us as we test a simple but increasingly radical idea: that every sincerely held belief deserves to be examined thoughtfully—even, and especially, when we strongly disagree.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
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