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Walter Rhein Podcast
Thoughts on culture, politics, racism, and what the United States has to do to make up for this embarrassment of an administration. walterrhein.substack.com
Episodes
Walter Rhein PodcastThank You For Helping Me Combat the Tidal Wave of Republican Lies
Hello Friends!By far the most common comment I get is something along the lines of, “Walter, what can we do to help?” Every time I hear this, it truly elevates…
Walter Rhein PodcastWhat If We Stopped Financially Supporting Millionaires?
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Walter Rhein PodcastWhen Our White Brothers and Sisters Lose Their Adjacency to Whiteness: A Frank Discussion
I really appreciate Egberto Willies! He’s a fantastic advocate for humanity and I am honored every time he gives me a little bit of his time. We had a…
Walter Rhein PodcastThe Horrific State of Healthcare in America and Other Topics with Dr. Eric Lullove
It’s been a big week of lives and I’m just getting a chance to get them published now. I’m always delighted by the intelligent, accomplished people I get to…
Walter Rhein PodcastWho Decided Only Evil People Can Have Nice Things?
I remember the first time I came home after getting beat up on the school bus. I pointed to my bloody nose and asked my dad to do something about it. His…
Walter Rhein PodcastI Witnessed a Rural Teacher Pull a Gun on a Student
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Walter Rhein PodcastHow to Fix the Failures of the Establishment
Hello Everyone!Every time I talk with Natasha K., the time goes by too fast. For the first part of this conversation, my mic wasn’t properly plugged in which…
Walter Rhein PodcastLet's Give Ourselves Permission to Admit that Republicans Cheat to Win Elections
Every time I get on social media, I see manifestations of the same underlying fear. I’ll talk about the primaries and the midterms and people snort at me.“You…
Walter Rhein PodcastWe Have to Demand, Not Ask For, Universal Healthcare
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Walter Rhein PodcastYou're Not 'John Wick,' Don't Become a Statistic
Hey Everyone!This was another wonderful talk with Cryn! Unfortunately we had a few audio problems so thanks for your patience. It’s so important right now to…
Walter Rhein PodcastAbusers Live in a Perpetual State of Fear That's Born From Their Fundamental Weakness
One of the first things that we need to overcome in our fight against fascism is our belief that we’re powerless. We are not powerless. If you don’t believe it…
Walter Rhein PodcastMoving to a New Country Is Easier Than You Might Think
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Walter Rhein PodcastWhy Do American Films Fail to Explore the Trauma of PTSD?
Hello Friends,This was a nice talk with Murphy of The Exile Files. He’s originally from Ireland, but he’s spent time in the US and it’s great to touch bases…
Walter Rhein PodcastYes, I Finally Upgraded My Profile Picture
Hello Friends!Well, I finally did it, I finally upgraded my profile picture. Everybody else has been using the cartoon drawings my daughter has been making for…
Walter Rhein PodcastBullies Only Want to Compromise When They Know They've Already Lost
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Walter Rhein PodcastDiogenes Club, E3: Welcome to the Club
We’ve got another one of these coming this week that will include the origin story for the name!Thank you Cat, Cris, Jeanne Elbe, SmallMouse, Oray, and many…
Walter Rhein PodcastThe Billionaires Came and Promised to Help—But They Were Lying
The billionaires came with their fancy cars and their expensive suits and their smug looks. They were invited as guests onto television shows, then they…
Walter Rhein PodcastConservatives Are More Likely to Engage in Self-Harm and They Need Help
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Walter Rhein PodcastThe Way Back From Hate
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Walter Rhein PodcastActivism and Resistance--Lessons from Living Through the Civil Rights Era
This was a wonderful talk with my good friends Robert Danna and KingRayVet. One of the most terrifying aspects of this lawless Republican regime is that they…
Walter Rhein PodcastNotes of the Week, 1/20: Questioning A Propagandized Reality
Hello Folks!Normally I like to have an article for you in the morning, but I’ll just say it—I’m exhausted. Fortunately I have a ton of replays that I’ve been…
Walter Rhein PodcastKamala's Book Makes Me Believe Her Campaign Was Sabotaged by the Corporate Democrats
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Walter Rhein PodcastWe Demand Confirmation That Children Are Not Being Tortured in US Detainment Centers
Hello Everyone,I’d planned to take the day off, but I keep reading reports that Liam Ramos is in poor health after being detained. I don’t see the…
Walter Rhein PodcastWe Must Come To Terms With the Lies We're Taught About America
Originally published on Medium in 2022.“You’ll understand when you’re older.”I used to hate it when adults told me that. I used to get it a lot because I’m…
Walter Rhein PodcastHow Government Overreach Threatens Our Families--A Conversation with Congressional Candidate Emily Berge
Hello Everybody,This is the second conversation I had with Emily Berge. She’s one of the candidates running for the seat currently occupied by Derrick Van…
Walter Rhein PodcastI Hear You, I See You, I Stand With You, I Thank You
Hello Friends,Thanks so much for your outpouring of support yesterday. I have my up and down days. There are moments when I feel overwhelmed by the enormity of…
Walter Rhein Podcast"Shame Loading" Is a Tactic of Abusers That Deserves More Attention
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Walter Rhein PodcastMeet Wisconsin Gubernatorial Candidate Francesca Hong--The Kind of Leader We Deserve
Hello Everyone!I’m so delighted that Francesca Hong took some time out of her busy schedule to talk to me. She has wonderful energy and the kind of…
Walter Rhein PodcastFriends, It's Only a Matter of Time Before This Newsletter Is Censored, Suppressed or Banned
Hello Friends,I’ve been writing for a long time, and no matter what platform I end up on, the same thing always happens. First, I hit the ground running. I…
Walter Rhein PodcastThe Infuriating Reason Why Democrats Refuse to Support Independent Journalists
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Walter Rhein PodcastThe Friday Rant w/ Walter and Arturo--Replay from 1/23/26
I show up to this one after 30 minutes. I love these two guys! I hope you enjoy this conversation!Thank you Amy Gabrielle, NeuroDivergent Hodgepodge…
Walter Rhein PodcastHow Blaming Voters Is the Quickest Way to Ensure the Rise of Fascism
Contradictions are evidence of a false ideology. When you see them, grab them and hold on tight because they are the guiding light that will lead you to…
Walter Rhein PodcastHow Moral Bankruptcy is One of the Hidden Costs of Privilege
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Walter Rhein PodcastMeet the Courageous Young Man Who Is Traveling the World in a Tuk Tuk
Oh my gosh! This has already been a week ago? There’s so much going on, but let me tell you this conversation was a RELIEF! Josh Porter is doing something…
Walter Rhein PodcastRural Public School Made Me Physically Sick
For a long time, I thought there must be something wrong with me.I hated school. Every day, I hated it.The stress was so terrible that I couldn’t eat. I had to…
Walter Rhein PodcastPeaceful and Nonviolent activism--I Published the Wrong One Earlier
Hello Everyone!Here’s the other half of my conversation with your weirdo friend! When we got together to record, my mic went out. Unfortunately, the 3 minute…
Walter Rhein PodcastWill MAGA Ever Protect Liberals the Way Liberals Protect MAGA?
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Walter Rhein PodcastOther Ways To Peacefully Resist and Make Our Voices Heard
Note, I meant to publish the full conversation and I published the 3 minute clip that goes only until we had technical issues. Sigh. Here’s the full…
Walter Rhein PodcastICE is EXECUTING Innocent People--We Must Activate the Resistance
Thanks for joining on this spontaneous talk. I really needed your support and it makes me happy to know so many of you are willing to change our world for the…
Walter Rhein PodcastI Know the Kind of Men Who Are Attracted to Ill-Gotten Gains
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Walter Rhein PodcastHow ICE's Claim of "No Warrant Entry" Sets the Stage for Political Assassinations
The United States of America is funding a domestic terror group that’s violating the Constitution and destroying the lives of innocent people.That’s as clearly…
Walter Rhein PodcastMinnesota Strike, ICE Overreach, and Epstein
Hey Everybody!At the risk of overwhelming you all with emails today, I’m going to share this live that I just finished with The Mouthy Renegade Writer and…
Walter Rhein PodcastRepublicans and MAGA Are Waking Up to the Fact That They've Been Betrayed
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Walter Rhein PodcastIntelligent Masculinity with Walter Rhein
Nick Paro is on fire and this is a brilliant project. He’s been interviewing a bunch of flawed dudes who are trying hard, and I’m honored to be among them. I…
Walter Rhein PodcastThe Veneer of America Has Cracked
It was ten degrees below zero on Monday. As I was driving my kids to school, I noticed the heater wasn’t working. Usually it takes a few minutes for the car to…
Walter Rhein PodcastI Want to Boycott the Businesses of Every Billionaire on the Epstein List
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Walter Rhein PodcastTeaching Uncensored American History Will Give Us the Power to Defeat Fascism
This might be my favorite conversation so far. If you are looking for a historical precedent to what’s happening today, look no further than American…
Walter Rhein PodcastWill We Be Known as the Generation That Changed the Heart of America?
I keep saying that despite the hardships of this past year, I’m very grateful for all the people I’ve met. Writing tends to be a solitary occupation. We sit…
Walter Rhein PodcastHow to Be a Writer in a Time of Censorship
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Walter Rhein PodcastDash Talks With Walter Rhein
Hey Everybody!I’m working through these replays from last week because I don’t want to overwhelm you all with posts. This was a great conversation. Dash is…
Walter Rhein PodcastRepublicans Train Their Base to Only See a White Supremacy Narrative
Republicans are indoctrinated to disregard facts. It’s the exact opposite of the scientific method. Instead of formulating their thoughts based on their…
Walter Rhein PodcastSuggesting a Third Presidential Term Is an Act of Treason
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Walter Rhein PodcastSpace and Grace Is the Key to Building a World That Respects Human Dignity
Hey Everybody!I’m catching up with replays from last week. Here, Will Fullwood and I have a discussion on how to overcome reactions of indifference…
Walter Rhein PodcastMy Daughter Has Been Doing Portraits of All My Writer Friends
Hey Everyone!I’ve been hitting you all with a lot of hard topics lately, so I thought I’d just have a moment of joy. As you all know, my daughter has been…
Walter Rhein PodcastHow "No Kings" Demonstrations Get the Message All Wrong
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Walter Rhein PodcastNotes of the Week, 1/13: Positive Masculinity with Zuri Stevens
Another excellent conversation with Nick Paro! Lately we’ve been letting these go for the full two hours. Frankly, I need the break! It helps center me and I…
Walter Rhein PodcastIs Your Local Police Force Angry They Don't Get Paid as Much as ICE?
Imagine spending a long, honorable career working through the ranks of the military or local law enforcement. Imagine having to maintain a certain ethical…
Walter Rhein PodcastWhy We Must Treat Republicans As if They Have a Mental Disorder
Hello Friends,I’ve been enjoying these conversations with Cat and Karen. Cat has a background in psychology and she provides a perspective that offers so much…
Walter Rhein PodcastJustice for Good--Standing With Minneapolis
Hey Everyone!I always enjoy my opportunities to sit down with Egberto. He has a fantastic perspective and last Monday I was drifting and in need of a…
Walter Rhein PodcastThe Wolf Who Protects Little Girls
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