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The “Junto”is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out.

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The “Junto”is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out.

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Episodes
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EP94:Don't Boo, Don't Vote

5/8/2021
Show Notes EP94: Don’t Boo, Don’t Vote Thanks for listening to the Junto Show! The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Hot Take News (00:02:07) Should society be taking a breather regarding its news vigilance? The GOP is passing laws all over the country that make it harder to vote. They are also making it harder and less safe to protest too. What does a society with its voice stifled do? Pop Culture (00:13:10) • Johnny’s favorite movie of 2021 so far is Zack Snyder’s Justice League • Lance says the best show out right now is Invincible • Beau read the wrong Alchemist, on purpose Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:34:11

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EP93: Red Dawn of the Chinese Super Soldier

12/22/2020
EP93: Red Dawn of the Chinese Super Soldier Thanks for listening to the Junto Show! The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Hot Take News (00:03:42) The Chinese government is working on a biologically enhanced super soldier program. Russia and china both are implementing new facial recognition tech. China is "allegedly" committing war crimes against the Uighur muslim population. Captain’s Ready Room (00:12:42) The gang reviews their 2020 New Years Resolutions and how close we came to meeting them. Pop Culture (00:27:44) The Expanse Mandolorian Season 2 Review The Boys Season 2 Review My Entire High School Sinking into the Sea Train to Busan: Peninsula Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:44:50

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EP92: The Pandemic Reveals the Real You

10/27/2020
EP92: The Pandemic Reveals the Real You Thanks for listening to the Junto Show! The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Hot Take News (00:05:12) As tensions in society built to a boil, we discuss the likelihood of a second civil war occurring. Captain’s Ready Room (00:13:22) How has your behavior changed due to quarantine/pandemic? Pop Culture (00:24:44) • Johnny gives his overview of the #HBOMax NOT HBO Series, Raised By Wolves • Lance reviews Borat Subsequent Moviefilm • Beau gives his overview of Amazon Prime’s The Boys Useful Links: •This Scary Statistic Predicts Growing US Political Violence — Whatever Happens On Election Day https://www.buzzfeednews.com/amphtml/peteraldhous/political-violence-inequality-us-election Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:39:18

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EP91P: Junto Show Premium Teaser

7/5/2020
EP91P: Scrutiny On the Bounty (Teaser) Reports have come out that Russia has put bounties on the heads of American and Coalition troops in Afghanistan. The administration seems to be downplaying the threat, we discuss. https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow www.Facebook.com/Juntoshow www.Juntoshow.com

Duration:00:01:40

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EP91: Empathy for "Enemies"

7/2/2020
EP91: Empathy for Enemies Thanks for listening to the Junto Show! The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow The placebo effect even works on surgery. Hot Take News (00:07:12) We talk about the best kinds of masks to use to fight COVID19. We talk about the protests that are taking place to fight police brutality, and how those protests are being met with even more police brutality. Captain’s Ready Room (00:20:24) We discuss the difficulties in having empathy for those we perceive as our opponents or even as our enemies. Pop Culture (00:48:24) • The 7500 - Recommend • Bad Education - Recommend • Lance Played The Last Of Us Part 1 and loved it • The Hunt - Recommend • Rodham - Recommend Useful Links: • Studies show how long it takes to change someone’s mind over time How to talk someone out of bigotry https://www.vox.com/2020/1/29/21065620/broockman-kalla-deep-canvassing Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:52:07

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EP90: Police Disunion

6/5/2020
EP90: Police Disunion Thanks for listening to the Junto Show! The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow I scoured the archives for Junto show segments we’re we talked about pandemics, and ways to deal with troubling times. Hot Take News (00:09:36) ⁃ We talk about the protests that are taking place in the streets all over the world in the wake of the Murder of George Floyd ⁃ Police Union Contracts is the most tangible problem that can be addressed to improve police behavior. • What did the S. in Ulysses S. Grant Stand For? • Should we reopen schools for in-person classes this fall? • Should the USA be “The global leader”? • SpaceX successfully launched American Astronauts to the Space Station Pop Culture (00:48:24) • The half of it - Recommend • Bad Education - Recommend • The Love Birds - Worth watching on Netflix • I am Not Your Negro - Lance’s inspiration for being a “public intellectual” • Final Fantasy VII Remake • Greta Gerwig’s Little Women - Lance thought it was boring and Johnny loved it • Lucy in the Sky - great story well made movie • Mob Psycho 100 • Just Mercy is a great movie and is available to watch for free (check local listings) Useful Links: • Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:01:08:51

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EP89: Classic Segment - The Pandemic Minute

5/7/2020
EP89: Classic Segment - The Pandemic Minute Thanks for listening to the Junto Show! The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow I scoured the archives for Junto show segments we’re we talked about pandemics, and ways to deal with troubling times. The Pandemic Minute ⁃ Do you think we are more likely, or less likely to have a mass plague or pandemic come to the modern world? ⁃ Does it even matter, because Elon Musk will save us. Useful Links: Lawsuit Alleges University of Pittsburgh Covered Up Escaped Lab Monkey Infected With 'Select Agent' ⁃ https://gizmodo.com/lawsuit-alleges-university-of-pittsburgh-covered-up-esc-1822539113 Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:13:47

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EP88: Tiger King is Pure Madness

4/10/2020
EP88: Tiger King is Pure Madness 4/09/20 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow The guys talk about how we are maintaining fitness during the quarantine. Hot Take News (00:05:26) • The government has drafted a plan for how to implement a draft of medical personnel in the event of an emergency. How do we feel about implementing mandatory service of medical professionals? • Be weary of the new video chatting platforms, they might not be protecting your privacy data. • Is calling COVID-19 the “Chinese Flu” racist?. • Do Other countries have “Florida Man?” Captain’s Ready Room (00:18:30) • In today’s captain’s ready room we talk about how the three ways that people’s ethical behavior becomes compromised. • Is morality something you are born with or are you taught it? Pop Culture (00:43:18) • Portrait of a Lady On Fire Review • Charlie’s Angels (The one with Kristin Stewart) • Picard (CBS All Access) - Not as good as Star Trek the Next Generation • Beau reviews The Lighthouse (with Robert Pattinson) • Tiger King #TigerKing • Avenue 5 • Plot Against America is too Slow • Netflix’s Last Kingdom is magicless Game of Thrones • God of War is Overrated Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:01:00:04

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EP87: Quarantine Cast 1

3/24/2020
EP87: Quarantine Cast 1 3/23/20 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow We’re back and healthy and hunkered down in our respective homes. So excuse us if the audio is as good as it normally is. We talk about what we are doing while in quarantine. We also talk about the general state of the new corona world TIP YOUR DELIVERY PEOPLE! We talk about our thoughts on what the right way to do a stimulus bill should be. Beau comes up with an elegant solution to the stimulus planning problem. Johnny relays his experience hiking up pike’s peak and the treatment for his frostbite… Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:28:34

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EP86: The FIRST Impeachment of Donald J. Trump

2/15/2020
EP86: The FIRST Impeachment of Donald J. Trump 2/13/19 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow We discuss Lance’s new dietary restrictions. Hot Take News (00:06:30) • We wrap up our discussions on the first impeachment of President Trump • We talk the Iowa caucus mss • Is coronavirus going to kill us all? Captain’s Ready Room (00:30:00) • We talk about planning out a life in decade milestones. Where should you be in your twenties, thirties, or forties? Pop Culture (00:40:51) • Oscars 2020 • Lance loved the movie “Long Shot” • Beau watched “Midsommer” • HBO’s “Avenue 5” is a promising new Show • Living with Yourself is mini- review • Lance talks Ezra Klein’s newest book “ Why We’re Polarized” • Jojo Rabbit Useful Links: Sign falls off podium as Iowa party leader explains latest on ...thehill.com › homenews › campaign › 482405-sign-falls-off-podium-... Joe Biden gets hands with a voter https://twitter.com/RealMattCouch/status/1222297010021322752 Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:55:33

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EP85: Skip the War, Sign the Treaty (Iran)

1/11/2020
EP85: Skip the War, Sign the Treaty (Iran) 1/9/20 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Happy New Years! We taped this episode in the time between when the USA Killed Qassem Soleimani, and when Iran bombed the Iraqi based that houses American Troops. Hot Take News (00:05:40) • The not So United Methodist Church: The Methodist Church is debating about splitting up over allowing Gay Marriage or Homosexual clergy. • Will the Iranian conflict become a hot war? • A new government rule is going to allow pork producers to self-regulate. Captain’s Ready Room (00:27:18) • How does a one make decisions? We talk about this topic, but in the context of the Iranian conflict. Pop Culture (00:43:18) • Does race-swapping the characters in movies based on true stories distort the realness, or reflect the world we live in? • I Lost My Body - A story of Naoufel, a young man who is in love with Gabrielle. In another part of town, a severed hand escapes from a dissection lab, determined to find its body again. • Book Review - How to Live Well - A record of a normal 15th century man’s thoughts on life • The Aeronauts Review • The Expanse - Short Review • Should I be concerned that I identify with the characters in Bojack Horseman? Our review of Netflix’s The Witcher Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:01:14:24

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EP84: Best of 2019

1/1/2020
EP84: Best of 2019 01/01/20 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow HAPPY NEW YEAR! We will be bringing you all kinds of great content this year but for now, enjoy some classic discussions from 2019. (00:00:30) We talk about "compromise" in a classic segment from episode 57 (00:28:48) We talk about the "Scarcity Trap" in a classic segment from episode 78 (00:51:35) We talk about Venezuela in a classic segment from episode 60 Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:01:09:07

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EP83: 2020 Resolution: Lose Weight, Gain Money

12/18/2019
EP83: 2020 Resolution: Lose Weight, Gain Money 12/16/19 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Update on Lance’s Rant about the poor quality of text video Hot Take News (00:04:40) • There is a dating website that is using your DNA to match you with compatible mates • US immigration officials are using surveillance tech to monitor undocumented immigrants but scooping up citizens’ data at the same time • Immigration is debating using Facial Recognition technology at airports for international travel • The US Army is trying to prepare the populace for the coming Android soldiers Captain’s Ready Room (00:24:18) • We talk New Years’ Resolutions! Pop Culture (00:37:18) • Year End wrap-up of the best movies and TV shows of 2019! Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:58:14

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EP82: Unimpeachable Morality

11/17/2019
EP82: Unimpeachable Morality 11/15/19 - The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Lance Rants about the poor quality of text video Hot Take News (00:05:30) • Microsoft’s Japan Office implemented a 4 day work week and saw a 40% boost in productivity • What is the ideal work schedule? • America’s largest milk producer files for bankruptcy • Are the new milk alternatives healthy? • Tens of thousands of cases using breathalyzers have been thrown out Captain’s Ready Room (00:18:18) • How can some people see the wrong in the impeachable actions and why do others not see it? • Pop Culture (00:40:35) • Netflix’s The King • Lance Saw “Harriet” - the movie about Harriet Tubman. • How accurate do we need our historical movies to be? Useful Links: Ivanka Trump used a personal email account to send hundreds of emails about government business last year https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/ivanka-trump-used-a-personal-email-account-to-send-hundreds-of-emails-about-government-business-last-year/2018/11/19/6515d1e0-e7a1-11e8-a939-9469f1166f9d_story.html Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:58:13

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EP81: The Enemy of My Enemy is My Fiend

10/31/2019
EP81: The Enemy of My Enemy is My Fiend 10/31/19 - Happy Halloween! The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Lance went to San Francisco to see Ta-Nehisi Coates talk about his book about the underground railroad. Hot Take News (00:09:10) • Amazon and Google’s smart speaker app stores are susceptible to malware • Large study of Amazon 3rd party sellers finds lots of expired food and drink being sold • China is cracking down on dissenters worldwide Captain’s Ready Room (00:16:53) • Is the enemy of my enemy my friend? Pop Culture (00:28:35) • We talk about our favorite Halloween media! Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:39:15

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EP80: One Dollar Deal or No Deal

10/29/2019
EP80: One Dollar Deal or No Deal 10/26/19 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Beau is working on his fitness. And in doing so stumbled upon backyard boxing youtube videos. As a result he visits a boxing gym. None of us is dressing up for Halloween. Hot Take News (00:07:10) • Even though the Trump Admin says they are no longer awarding themselves the G7, does the fact of them trying it in the first place warrant punishment? • For the First Time in History, the rich paid less in taxes than the middle class • China is cracking down on dissenters worldwide Captain’s Ready Room (00:20:15) • The Dollar Auction • How do we account for emotions in decision making Pop Culture (00:31:15) • Entertainment Weekly is now actually a Monthly publication • Lance’s book reviews • Fantasy Land Book - Good for understanding America • American Wife - Very well written book by an insightful author • Hustlers movie • Cold Pursuit • Sapiens book • The Brothers Karamazov • NetFlix Roundup Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:43:57

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EP79: The University of Surveillance

10/2/2019
EP79: The University of Surveillance 10/2/19 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Welcome back! We talk about our recent world travels which is why we’ve been off for a little while. Hot Take News (00:05:16) • The impeachment train is on the tracks • Teslas are now driving autonomously using auto-summon • Several big name Universities are tracking their students’ locations by promising them better access to tickets to sports functions • Ring Doorbell company is partnerng with police to enact a volutary mass surveillance regime Captain’s Ready Room (00:27:15) • What do you do when you have a friend who has goals that their actions are leading them away from? Pop Culture (00:43:15) • NetFlix Roundup • The I-Land • Shanghai Fortress • In the Shadow of the Moon • Demon Hunter Anime - Hulu • Undone - Amazon • Sturgill Simpson - Music • FantasyLand - Book • Mary Queen of Scots • Raising Dion is coming out! Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:01:00:54

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EP78: The Scarcity Trap Trap

9/9/2019
EP78: The Scarcity Trap Trap 9/9/19 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Johnny is planning two trips back to back. Lance talks about how he lost a friendship, but still sees the person. Hot Take News 00:06:16 • The Amazon Rainforest is on fire • Should Opioid Manufacturers be fined? #OpioidCrisis • We talk about the Chicken Sandwich Wars • We might have seen the first Official Crime in space ALLEGEDLY • Good News: Newark is getting additional funds to expedite their lead pipe fix problem Captain’s Ready Room 00:28:00 • The Scarcity Trap, the theory that says, when you don’t have much, you can’t think of other things. • Why do some people think short term, and why do some think long term? • This turns into a great discussion on the roots and consequences of poverty. Pop Culture 00:52:15 • Cannon Busters on Netflix was good, not great • The Mule • Serenity (no not that one) Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:01:14:29

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EP77: The Stress of the Hong Kong Protests

8/28/2019
EP77: The Stress of the Hong Kong Protests 8/27/19 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Johnny is camping with strangers, good luck to him! Hot Take News 00:07:40 • Hong Kong Protests have been going on for months on end. • How does a place that has had 50 years of autonomy go under authoritarian rule? • India, Pakistan, and Kashmir are seeing similar issues • The Federal Energy Star program says to keep your thermostat at 82 degrees. • Can technology keep up with keeping us cool in an increasingly hot country? • Bernie Sanders calls for a ban on facial recognition tech in law enforcement. Captain’s Ready Room 00:27:52 • How do you cope with Stress? • We discuss a Harvard study’s views on how to handle stress. • Pop Culture 00:39:45 • Mindhunter Season 2 isn’t as good as Season 1 • Beau is going to start watching Neon Genesis Evangelion • X-Men Comics are going strong • Do you read the branch storylines in comic book arcs? • 100,000 year history of Humans - Johnny is reading Sapiens • Lance is loving Cannon Busters - an Anime featuring primarily people of color • It has a Cowboy Bebop Vibe • Lance is reading Midnight In Chernobyl • Good Boys is a hilarious movie in theaters now. Useful Links: Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:53:56

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EP76: Harvard’s Rules for Breaking Up

8/16/2019
EP76: Harvard’s Rules for Breaking Up or Lyme Disease and Conspiracy Theories 8/15/19 The “Junto” is a club Benjamin Franklin founded way back when America was Great. The purpose of the Junto was to debate questions of morals, politics, and natural philosophy. Our show’s not quite that stuffy, but here and there we stumble upon something profound between the geeky jokes. The Junto Show is three friends, one black, one white, and one Asian who get together and discuss the news of the day, leadership, pop culture, and whatever else comes to mind. We bring our unique perspectives to the table and hash it all out. Real fans donate! https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow Lance gives a brief recap of the Podcast Movement Conference. https://2019.podcastmovement.com Hot Take News 00:07:40 • Lance Read Bitten: The Secret History of Lyme Disease and Biological Weapons. • The USA has been developing and testing biological weapons on US citizens for decades. • How do you know when a conspiracy theory is actually True • Russia had a failed nuclear test of a missile system code named Skyfall, irradiating a portion of their country. • Jeffrey Epstein dies under mysterious circumstances • New Zealand’s gun buyback program they implement Captain’s Ready Room 00:25:00 • We go over the rules for giving bad news to people. • We talk about our natural ways of delivering bad news vs what a Harvard study recommends. Pop Culture 00:36:00 Johnny starts off the segment hating on Quentin Tarantino Netflix Roundup • Red Sea Diving Resort • Will Chris Evans get an Oscar in his career? • #TheBoys on Amazon Prime is must see viewing • Scary Stories to See in the Dark is well rated, but Johnny didn’t like it •Both Johnny and Beau both say The Ring is the scariest movie they have seen •It Follows - Great scary movie, its basically the scary movie equivalent of an STD • Beau recommends #Anime show Planetes Useful Links: Bitten: The Hidden History of Lyme Disease https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/bitten-kris-newby/1129913114#/ Show some love: https://www.patreon.com/juntoshow

Duration:00:56:45