Hostile Dysfunction
About Hostile Dysfunction
Population decline is reshaping the world, from politics to economics. Hostile Dysfunction dives into this and other pressing issues, delivering unfiltered insights with a dose of humor. Join co-hosts Joseph “Joe” Edgar and Ethan “Krokie” Krok as they unpack current events and share compelling perspectives through dynamic discussions and interviews.
Episodes
28 episodes
She told me to tell her what to do. The modern man dating.
In this episode, hosts Joe Edgar and Ethan krok engage in a lively and insightful conversation with Paul Bauer, a certified master life coach, NLP Practitioner, multi-time author, and host of the 'Come On Man' podcast. Paul shares his personal ...
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1:09:26
Is it villain, victim or grift - societal beliefs made me do it
The Impact of Villains: From Beards to Global IssuesIn this episode, hosts Joe Edgar and Ethan Krok dive into a wide-ranging discussion on societal villains and grifts. They explore societal beliefs, norms, and myths that have shaped ...
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56:21
Don't be shocked to find out AI needs electricity
In this episode of Hostile Dysfunction, we delve into the future of electricity with special guest Jonathan Blackburn, a principal at Black Moose Financial Group and a clean energy finance expert. Jonathan shares insights about his move from Wi...
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1:00:03
Men beware, engineers are taking a hands on approach.
Join hosts Joe Edgar and Ethan Crock as they dive into a riveting conversation with Taya Phillips, a mechanical engineer and innovative entrepreneur, on this episode of Hostile Dysfunction. Taya shares her journey from growing up in rural Tenne...
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1:00:06
Obama deflection or Trump Distraction
The episode kicks off with a lighthearted story about a drunk driver crashing into a home, but quickly shifts gears to dissect significant current events including Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, alleged deep state operations, and global...
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50:04
MAHA's new journal lacks research
In this episode we discuss the dynamics within the MAGA movement, the controversy around the Epstein files, and the ethical concerns of AI potentially becoming the new gatekeeper for scientific research. The conversation also touches on the imp...
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47:38
Life's unavoidable conversation - 'Death and Taxes'
Join us in a riveting discussion with Emmy-nominated filmmaker Justin Schein as we explore his latest documentary 'Death and Taxes', arriving in theaters on July 17th. In this episode, Justin shares personal stories about growing up with a prom...
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50:34
Are men even needed? From romance to lawn care.
In this engaging episode, Maureen Pound, a fearless entrepreneur, real estate investor, and mentor, joins the conversation to discuss her dynamic journey and the release of her book 'How to Get Laid on Tinder.' Maureen shares personal anecdotes...
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1:10:35
Are credit cards a scam and a dollar a day in Philippines
On this episode we're joined by Tommy Kilpatrick, a man who stared credit card debt in the face, laughed, wrote a book about it, and then peaced out to the Philippines. Join us as Tommy reveals the "Break Free!" secrets banks definitely don't w...
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1:16:09
Trump vs. Musk: Breakup, Epstein Grift, or 3rd Party Chess?
Dive into the chaotic fallout between Trump and Musk—$270M spent, EV subsidies slashed, and a public spat shaking the GOP. Are Patel and Bondi burying Epstein file secrets? We unpack the deficit drama, MAGA’s rift, and whether Musk’s third-part...
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46:13
Real estate, pocket listings and commissions
Interview with Jack Allweil and discussion about real estate investing, pocket listings, Compass and Zillow dispute and rental algorithms.
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1:05:31
Live crypto scam that even a GENIUS can't avoid.
Interview with Bezalel Eithan Raviv who is one of 12 children from Israel and operates a Crypto recovery business (LIionsGate.Network). We discuss Crypto, blockchain and the GENIUS Act with an example of a crypto pig butcher scam.
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1:06:13
Trump's third term smells fishy and how can we catch a leader.
We discuss the over fishing of the world and impact on a declining population, while also learning about Paul Greenberg's time in the Soviet Union and the idea of Trump running for a third term.
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1:01:16
Trillions & Tricks: Unpacking the US Budget & Trump's Deals
Unpack the eye-watering numbers of US government spending and the wild world of Trump-era deals and alleged grift. Deficits, taxes, and questionable connections – we follow the money trail.
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1:00:22
Defunding higher education and can AI solve it's own problem
We dive into the White Houses attack on Harvard and pulling funding from higher education and will the US have enough electricity to support an AI boom.
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56:33
Millennial Truth Bombs: No Excuses Allowed
Tech entrepreneur Alex Harmsen (a millennial himself!) lays down the hard truths about ambition, family planning, and why he believes the past is no excuse for the present. Buckle up for a no-holds-barred conversation.
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1:01:18
Sibling rivalry and birth-order - does it matter.
We interview Dr. Hurst about birth order and how it impacts us all including when a whole society is made up of "the only child" in each family.
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57:17
Garcia's "clerical error" imprisonment and rigged elections
We cover Abrego Garcia's deportation to an El Salvadorian prison and how it related to past time of Covid and the woke movement around the world.
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55:14
Discussion with Rodger Friedman on US Immigration
We discuss if immigration is a good thing, needed, birthright citizenship and xenophobia.
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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54:21
Liberation day and the US soft trade war
We discuss tariffs and the impact on the world and how this might impact the US sales of arms.
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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55:12
Drug overdoses dropping, but still getting you high.
Drug overdose have dropped in the US in part due to smoking fentanyl.
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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27:57
Aussie politics and the Trump impact
Australians go to the ballets on May 3. Does American politics play a role.
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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29:37
Signal Gate or much ado about nothing
White house defense leadership debates a Yemen airstrike while including a report. Conspiracy and master mind.
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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