• S16E8: The Assassination of a CEO and the Fight Over Wealth Inequality
    Dec 16 2024

    In Episode 8 of Season 16, Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant discuss the shocking assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione, a man many are calling a class hero. The duo unpacks the growing divide between those who see Luigi’s actions as a response to wealth inequality and liberals attempting to distract from systemic issues by labelling him simply as a murderer.


    From the role of corporate greed to the moral and political fallout, Gavin and Daniel break down what this event says about the state of capitalism, class struggle, and the narratives surrounding them.


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    34 mins
  • Episode Title: S16E7: How Social Media Fuels Far-Right Populism
    Dec 8 2024

    In Episode 7 of Season 16, hosts Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant tackle the slow bleed of reality as social media continues to shape public discourse. They explore the alarming rise of far-right pipeline accounts using anti-immigrant, misogynist, and racist rhetoric to weaponize anger and spread dangerous ideologies.


    Gavin shares his recent experience falling into an Instagram rabbit hole after seeing a post criticizing a person begging while owning a cell phone, unpacking how such simplistic far-right populism thrives in a capitalist system under distress. Together, they dissect the subtle ways these narratives take hold and the broader implications for society.


    You can check out the second part of our conversation on our Patreon patreon.com/theuncolonized. Part 2 we talked about Kendrick Lamar's latest GNX


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    23 mins
  • S16E6: Breaking Down Heretic – Hugh Grant’s Sinister New Role
    Dec 2 2024

    This week on Uncolonized, we dive into the gripping thriller Heretic, starring Hugh Grant in a chilling performance as the diabolical Mr. Reed. Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, and featuring a talented cast including Sophie Thatcher, Chloe East, and Topher Grace, the film tells the story of two young missionaries who find themselves ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse after knocking on the wrong door.

    We discuss the film’s intense premise, standout performances, and how it explores themes of faith, morality, and survival. Tune in as we unpack this suspenseful tale and why it’s a must-watch for fans of psychological thrillers.


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    38 mins
  • S16E05 - So what now?
    Nov 18 2024

    In this week’s episode of Uncolonized, we dive into the aftermath of the recent U.S. election and what it means for Canadians, as it looks like another four years of Trump may be on the horizon. We break down the ripple effects of Trump’s presidency on Canadian politics, the economy, and our collective social landscape. Is Canada as immune to the U.S. political climate as we like to think, or are we just as susceptible to the rise of far-right ideologies? Join us as we navigate the myth of Canadian exceptionalism and what a Trump presidency could mean for our liberal bubble up north.




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    32 mins
  • S16E04 - Libertarians and their slavery metaphors
    Nov 11 2024

    In Episode 4 of Uncolonized Season 16, Daniel and Gavin dive deep into the 2023 film Jones Plantation, an indie movie created by anarcho-capitalists that uses slavery as a metaphor for government oppression. But behind the "freedom" rhetoric lies a more insidious truth: the film’s creators seem to align with ideologies that ultimately favour the oppressor’s side, not the enslaved. We dissect how using slavery metaphors to promote anti-state, pro-capitalist agendas conveniently ignores the historical context of white supremacy, capitalism's role in the slave trade, and how these narratives perpetuate the very power imbalances they claim to oppose. Tune in as we unpack this messy, revisionist take and expose why this film is more fuel for the libertarian myth machine.





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    41 mins
  • S16E03 - These MSG Rallies
    Nov 4 2024
    Uncolonized Podcast Season 16, Episode 3: This week, Gavin and Daniel dive into a surreal yet unsettling event—Donald Trump’s recent rally at Madison Square Garden. Drawing parallels to the 1930s Nazi rally held in the same venue, they explore how the symbolism, spectacle, and tone feel eerily familiar. They also discuss Hulk Hogan’s peculiar speech and Tucker Carlson’s "white replacement theory, but the spotlight shines on Tony Hinchcliffe's bizarre “roast” at the rally. Tune in for a thought-provoking analysis of the event's cultural and political undercurrents.

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    38 mins
  • S16E02 - Immigrant anxiety
    Oct 28 2024

    In this episode of Uncolonized, host Gavin Stephens dives into the heated topic of how immigrants are politicized as scapegoats in Western societies. From housing crises to public unrest, Gavin breaks down the systemic issues often buried under narratives blaming immigration, exploring events like the London riots and the myth of Western superiority. Join Gavin as he exposes the political tactics behind these narratives and argues for a more just perspective on immigration.


    Articles used:


    MSN Uk riots


    The Maple Blame Governments not immigrants


    Investigative Journalism Foundation



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    🎧 Don’t miss our bonus episode on Patreon, where Gavin goes even deeper into this discussion: patreon.com/theuncolonized.


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    37 mins
  • S16E01 - Are we even human any more?
    Oct 21 2024

    This week, we looked at social media companies and the lack of autonomy in art and the world. We also discussed how renters are suffering from algorithms pricing them out of housing and how education has become impossible under surveillance capitalism.


    Here are some articles we looked at


    Surveillance capitalism in education, Teen Vogue:

    https://www.teenvogue.com/story/surveillance-education-spying-technology-schools


    Mega Landlords & the A.I pricing scheme, Breach media

    https://breachmedia.ca/canadian-mega-landlord-ai-pricing-scheme-hikes-rents/


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    35 mins