Synopsis
Social critic-at-large Charles Bursell presents podcasts, radio art, and commentary in a variety of formats and genres ranging from one-on-one conversation to full company experimental audio improv. Current podcasts include "Stream of Consciousness Talk Radio Theatre" and "Conversations with Charles Bursell"
Episodes
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Joe Citizen (TL-496)
16/01/2025 Duration: 29minThe President channels Eisenhower’s farewell to warn against the Tech Industrial Complex and the oligarchs’ readiness to abuse power. Now all we need is a post-capitalist party, because it sure ain’t the Dems. www.charlesbursell.com
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I’m an Influencer! (CBP-90)
12/01/2025 Duration: 29min6 steps to become a major online personality and get rich in the process, all with little or no work using AI! www.charlesbursell.com
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Buyers’ Remorse (TL-495)
09/01/2025 Duration: 29minThe man called "America's Hitler" by his own Vice President now wants to annex our sovereign neighbors while corporate shills, government hangers-on, major media, and oligarchs line up to kiss his ass. Given how this is all working out, we never should have split with Britain in the first place. www.charlesbursell.com
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We Love You, President Carter! (TL-494)
02/01/2025 Duration: 29minIn our own odd little way, we honor the great Jimmy Carter with three segments that originally aired on Charles Bursell Presents: The Secret Life of Sweaters, The Man Who Saved the Election, and the true story of when I had the honor of meeting the President at his church in Plains. www.charlesbursell.com
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Reginald’s Unfinished Story (CBP-89)
29/12/2024 Duration: 29minThe strange and dangling account of a onetime reporter. Also: how to become an influencer. www.charlesbursell.com
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Support Sex, Gender Diversity! (TL-493)
26/12/2024 Duration: 29minOn one hand: Sex and gender are beautiful ways to express our individuality and to relate to each other within a wide spectrum of the human condition. On the other hand: Dictating sex and gender norms is senseless, arbitrary, and ultimately dangerous. Expectations of so-called “masculine” and “feminine” traits are promoted by idiots. Trans rights are opposed by bigots. Binary models are unscientific, thinly veiled hate disguised as innocent ignorance. The whole pile of BS is shoveled by cranks, bullies, bigots and morons without a leg to stand on. They are wrong, stupid, and mean. www.charlesbursell.com
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Dear Santa (CBP-88)
22/12/2024 Duration: 29minDear Santa, here is the list of things I want for Christmas. It’s pretty much the same list I ask for every year. No war Universal healthcare Reverse the climate crisis Stop AI from killing us Reimagined public safety Family rights No more bigotry Abolish borders Education reform User owned social media Noncorporate journalism Free and fair elections Abolish money (or at least profit!) Democracy for everybody Social Anarchism! Yours Truly, Charles Bursell www.charlesbursell.com
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Tragic But Not Senseless (TL-492)
19/12/2024 Duration: 29minThe written “War Against Humanity” manifesto of Natalie Rupnow, the latest school shooter, should not be ignored. While her ultimate action was indefensible, her diagnoses were often accurate and should be understood. www.charlesbursell.com
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What To Do, Volume One (CBP-87)
15/12/2024 Duration: 29minIt’s easier to criticize the current system than it is to recommend solutions. People always ask me, after such critiques: “well then what can we do?” A proper response to that question would take several volumes. So, here’s volume one.
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Justifiable? (TL-491)
12/12/2024 Duration: 29minMy take on the CEO shooting. Violence? No. Revolution? Yes! Also: It’s up to us all to protect the truth as the presidential transition is as bad and worse than the warnings. www.charlesbursell.com
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Smell the Glove (TL-490)
21/11/2024 Duration: 29minRight now it’s all about the Orange Man’s strategy of humiliation. Yes it’s comically ridiculous. It’s also deadly serious. Don’t let anybody tell you it’s not. www.charlesbursell.com
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Numbers Don’t Lie (TL-489)
14/11/2024 Duration: 29minA clearer look at the election outcome. There is no MAGA mandate, but their Fascist regime is beginning to take hold nonetheless. www.charlesbursell.com
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Lovable Losers (CBP-86)
10/11/2024 Duration: 29minTaking a break from politics, we talk with some lovable losers about how they might improve their game. So, not about politics at all. Really, not at all. Honest. www.charlesbursell.com
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And He Is Us (TL-488)
07/11/2024 Duration: 29minFascist America is here. Now we need a new political movement strong enough to defeat it.
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Room On the Bandwagon! (TL-487)
05/11/2024 Duration: 29minIf you were waiting for a bandwagon to jump on, you’ve got one. It’s not too late to get off the couch and vote so you can celebrate with the winners. www.charlesbursell.com
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Democracy, Character, and the F-word (TL-486)
04/11/2024 Duration: 27minDemocracy is on the ballot because her opponent’s complete and utter lack of character is the central force in how he would govern. www.charlesbursell.com
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Abortion Rights and Gender (TL-485)
03/11/2024 Duration: 32minThe third of five special episodes leading up to Election Day for undecided or late-breaking voters and the people who love them. Today’s issue: Abortion Rights and Gender. www.charlesbursell.com
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Immigration (The Log 484)
02/11/2024 Duration: 30minThe second of five special episodes leading up to Election Day for undecided or late-breaking voters and the people who love them. Today’s issue: Immigration. www.charlesbursell.com
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The Economy (TL-483)
01/11/2024 Duration: 41minFor undecided or late-breaking voters, and the people who love them, this is the first of five special bonus episodes leading up to Election Day. Today’s issue: The Economy. www.charlesbursell.com
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Garbage Time (TL-482)
30/10/2024 Duration: 29minIt’s democracy this time, but someday it’ll be Capitalism on the ballot. Also: starkly different closing arguments, Rudy ordered to hand over the goods, and Jon Stewart’s blind spot. www.charlesbursell.com