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Polite Conversations

Growing up in Saudi Arabia as a Pakistani, who now resides in Canada, Eiynah brings a global perspective to discussions about religion, politics, culture & sexuality – through the lens of a progressive ex-muslim immigrant. This podcast often focuses on unpacking various forms of extremism, particularly types that are less overt and masquerading as ‘intellectual’. Eiynah has a specific interest in covering online scenes like New Atheism and the Intellectual Dark Web.

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UNLOCKED: Global Far Right 2 - New Zealand (FULL) Nov 23, 2023

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Join me and author Byron C. Clark (@ByroncClark on Twitter) for a discussion on the far right in New Zealand.We discuss trucker convoys, WEF (World Economic Forum) conspiracy theories, insect paste conspiracy theories, fearmongering about the ‘tyranny’ of 15 minute cities, the pandemic’s role in opening people up to believing such things. We discuss the Christchurch mosque shooting, Byron’s personal experiences with the far right and their insecurities around masculinity - all this and more!Thanks again to Premium Patrons for making this miniseries possible.If you enjoy the show pls consider subscribing via Patreon.com/nicemangosYou can find more of Byron’s work here:http://byron.geek.nzSubstack: http://feijoa.substack.com

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Ep 71 - The Language of G*n0*!de (pt 1) Nov 21, 2023

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⚠️CW: Discussions of extreme v!0l*nce and dehumanizing languageThis is Part 1 of a 2 part episode. Subscribe via patreon to get both episodes early. ——We have seen both US & Israeli officials engage in dehumanizing eliminationist rhetoric over the past few weeks. We’ve seen western media engage in linguistic gymnastics every day to avoid accurately reporting what’s happening to Palestinians.Linguist Dr. Caitlin Green joins me to discuss this difficult subject.

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PREMIUM (SAMPLE) Global Far Right 2: New Zealand Nov 13, 2023

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(This is a SAMPLE of my new Premium Miniseries, pls subscribe via patreon.com/nicemangos to access the full episode.)Join me and author Byron C. Clark (@ByroncClark on Twitter) for a discussion on the far right in New Zealand. We discuss trucker convoys, WEF (World Economic Forum) conspiracy theories, insect paste conspiracy theories, fearmongering about the ‘tyranny’ of 15 minute cities, the pandemic’s role in opening people up to believing such things. We discuss the Christchurch mosque shooting, Byron’s personal experiences with the far right and their insecurities around masculinity - all this and more! Thanks again to Premium Patrons for making this miniseries possible.You can find more of Byron’s work here: http://byron.geek.nzSubstack: http://feijoa.substack.com

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UNLOCKED: Global Far Right 1 - India (FULL) Nov 06, 2023

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[This is the *full* version of the previously released sample, originally released Oct 8 2023 on Patreon. If you would like early and full access to all episodes in this new miniseries, please subscribe via patreon.com/nicemangos]⚠️[CONTENT WARNING: Discussions of extreme vi*l*nce, ab*se, r*pe]—————Join myself and associate professor/Author Gaurav Sabnis (@GauravSabnis) for the very first episode of my new miniseries on The Global Far Right.In this episode, we discuss both the history of and whats been happening more recently, with the far right in India.We talk about the types of tactics used by Hindu nationalists, to promote Hindu supremacy, terms like ‘Love Jihad’…. we discuss overlaps between Modi-ism and Trumpism, rhetoric being used that is reminiscent of white supremacists, the recent tensions between Canada & India, state complicity in prejudice, the role of social media as a catalyst, and how Hindu Supremacists are becoming a global issue….all that & more…Here’s a tragic but important thread by Gaurav going back a couple of years, with endless examples of fascism & bigotry in India https://x.com/gauravsabnis/status/1453105434034851842?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqw

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Woking Up 9 (FULL) : Dehumanizing Rhetoric 101 Nov 01, 2023

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[This episode was released on Patreon on Oct 19. Sign up on Patreon.com/NiceMangos for early access to episodes like this one.]⚠️Content Warning: Discussions of extreme vio**nceHere it is….. after an extremely loong break on Woking Up. This recent take of Sam’s on the Israel-Palestine situation was so bad, I just had to say something.It’s been a difficult episode to record. Devastating time in general, very difficult subject to discuss, so i apologize for sounding a little emotional in some parts.I simply can’t believe he says things like this in plain sight, in times of extreme violence. Even for him this is off the charts imo. ———Links:https://jewishcurrents.org/a-textbook-case-of-genocideIsraeli defence minister says ‘we are fighting human animals’ https://x.com/kenroth/status/1714502239690064383?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50LqwIsraeli politician says the children of Gaza brought it on themselves https://x.com/middleeasteye/status/1714491538028298386?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqwhttps://x.com/nimrod_flash/status/1713970306262458505?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50LqwNetanyahu’s deleted tweet https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/children-post-deleted-netanyahu/——If you enjoy the show pls consider supporting via patreon.com/NiceMangos or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts/Spotify

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Twitter Space: Halloween & Culture Warriors Oct 28, 2023

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This is a Recording of my Twitter Space from Oct 27th 2023, with BFFs of the show Jack Graham of the IDSG podcast and Linguist Dr. Caitlin Green. Join us for a chat about Heterodox Horror Stories 👻This is a live event on a broken hellsite, so pls excuse the sound quality not being to usual podcast standards. We discuss Bill Maher, Steven Crowder, Yale professors Nicholas & Erika Christakis & their calls for students to ‘look away’ from ‘offensive Halloween costumes’, U of Oregon Professor Nancy Shurtz who wore blackface at a party that students attended ….all this and more.If you enjoy the show, please consider supporting via Patreon.com/nicemangos

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Aftershow 6 - Cultural Appropriation Oct 27, 2023

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SAMPLE: 🎃Hello hello goblins and ghouls, it’s about that time of year where these conversations around appropriate/inappropriate Halloween costumes begin to happen. So i thought I’d dedicate some time to the topic this October.****A Pakistani-Canadian podcaster & a Mexican-American fashion photographer gettin’ together to discuss “Cultural Appropriation”. Where else are you gonna get that kind of diverse perspective on seasonally themed content, eh?****If you enjoy the show please consider supporting via patreon.com/NiceMangos

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Woking Up 9: Dehumanizing Rhetoric 101 (PREVIEW) Oct 22, 2023

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(This is a Preview of Woking Up 9 the full episode is available on patreon.com/nicemangos) ⚠️Content Warning: Discussions of extreme violenceHere it is….. after an extremely loong break on Woking Up. This recent take of Sam’s on the Israel-Palestine situation was so bad, I just had to say something. It’s like he hasn’t evolved even a bit in the past 2 decades. I simply can’t believe he says things like this in plain sight, in times of extreme conflict. Even for him this is off the charts imo. ————Links:https://jewishcurrents.org/a-textbook-case-of-genocideIsraeli defence minister says ‘we are fighting human animals’ https://x.com/kenroth/status/1714502239690064383?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50LqwIsraeli politician says the children of Gaza brought it on themselves https://x.com/middleeasteye/status/1714491538028298386?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqwhttps://x.com/nimrod_flash/status/1713970306262458505?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50LqwNetanyahu’s deleted tweet https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/children-post-deleted-netanyahu/

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PREMIUM (SAMPLE) Global Far Right 1: India Oct 12, 2023

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(This is a SAMPLE of my new Premium Miniseries, Pls subscribe via Patreon.com/nicemangos to access the full episode.)⚠️[CONTENT WARNING: Discussions of extreme violence, abuse, r*pe]Join myself and associate professor/Author Gaurav Sabnis (@GauravSabnis) for the very first episode of my new miniseries on The Global Far Right.In this episode, we discuss both the history of and whats been happening more recently, with the far right in India.We talk about the types of tactics used by Hindu nationalists, to promote Hindu supremacy, terms like ‘Love Jihad’…. we discuss overlaps between Modi-ism and Trumpism, rhetoric being used that is reminiscent of white supremacists, the recent tensions between Canada & India, state complicity in prejudice, the role of social media as a catalyst, and how Hindu Supremacists are becoming a global issue….all that & more…Here’s a tragic but important thread by Gaurav going back a couple of years, with endless examples of fascism & bigotry in India https://x.com/gauravsabnis/status/1453105434034851842?s=61&t=w7q_ejvwZ_gCFj9WV50Lqw

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Twitter Space: Brand, Boebert & ‘Groomer’ Discourse Sep 23, 2023

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This is a recording of my Twitter Space on Sept 20th, 2023, with good friends of the show, linguist Dr. Caitlin Green & Jack Graham from the IDSG podcast,This is a live event, on a broken hellsite, so pls excuse the sound quality not being to usual podcast standards.We chat about Russell Brand allegations, the RW cope & hypocrisy around it, the Boebert situation especially in contrast with the ‘groomer’ discourse that we usually hear on the right.If you’d like to participate in a future Space, pls subscribe via patreon.com/NiceMangos or follow me on Twitter (yes I’m still calling it that) (@nicemangos), where I announce upcoming Spaces.

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