Been Awake with LB

LB discusses how political thinking works, based on how our minds are programmed from time immemorial. He talks about our predisposition to one set of ideas or another and explains when and why people try to change their minds about politics or anything else for that matter.

Welcome to the show, in this episode I want you to walk with me as we talk about a category of people I’m calling the disaffected liberal or “disaffected lib.” Over the course of our conversation, we’ll look at a few popular commentators like Bill Maher, Colin Wright, and Adam Crigler that I think embody this archetype and discover the common thread that links them together. We also explore the latest boogey man dejure Christian Nationalism.

Welcome to the show, in this episode we go over a recent piece I wrote at beenawake.com that discusses why the type of content I produce here at the mission of better sense making matters. It would be easy to reach for the lowest hanging fruit to chase likes and follows, but that wouldn’t be giving you what I think every well-intentioned person deserves. Namely, a better understanding of the world around them. Join me in this episode and if you like what I have to say, a follow or like goes a long way to keeping the content train chugging along. Find the show everywhere by searching “Been Awake with LB” and find me on all social media @thelbmuniz

Welcome to the show, in this episode we go over a recent piece I wrote here at BeenAwake.com about a Super Bowl ad from the “He gets us” campaign that caught my attention. We talk about the people behind the movement, the purpose of advertising, why their message is misguided at best and heretical at worst. Most importantly we make sense of why it matters that Jesus is Lord. Whether you’re a Christian or not this is an episode you don’t want to miss! If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe on whatever platform you’re listening to. The best place to go is BeenAwake.com to make sure we never lose touch. The show is available on Substack, X, Rumble ,Youtube, and every RSS feed including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Welcome to the show, in this episode we’ll break down my recent piece about peoples lost faith in the NFL and professional sports. There are now more people who “notice” things and so a lot of those people go looking around to “notice” what will happen during a major sporting event. Despite what you may believe sometimes things can be explained without a conspiracy. That’s the line we’ll attempt to walk in this episode. If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe on whatever platform you’re listening to. The best place to go is BeenAwake.com to make sure we never lose touch. The show is available on Substack, X, Rumble ,Youtube, and every RSS feed including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Welcome to the show, in this episode we’re going over a piece I wrote back in January about that strange nutcracker video released by the White House and Jill Biden before Christmas. While it may seem like a story worth ignoring or forgetting about it’s an important reminder about what the presidency represents, and why governments choose so often to commission ugly art projects. Join me and lets explore together shall we? If you enjoyed this episode please subscribe on whatever platform you’re listening to. The best place to go is BeenAwake.com to make sure we never lose touch. The show is available on Substack, X, Rumble ,Youtube, and every RSS feed including Apple Podcasts and Spotify just search "Been Awake with LB" or look for @TheLBmuniz

Welcome to the show, in this episode we analyze the instability at the US-Mexico border and ask ourselves the question - is this immigration or an invasion? Perhaps it is something else entirely! Poor political binaries often cloud the understanding of complex issues, and that’s precisely why I want to have this conversation with you. The rest of the episode is spent talking about Newsome in San Francisco openly admitting they only cleaned the city for VIP world leaders, leaving his own citizens to suffer. We also examine a viral tik tok about “dating in your thirties” Don’t forget! This segment was part of a 1 hour 45 minute livestream. Make sure you’re subscribed here on Substack, on X, and Instagram (@TheLBMuniz) to find out when the next one will be happening and join the chat! There are 6 segments for this episode which will be released free for your viewing pleasure - so make sure you’re subscribed! If you want the entire livestream plus access to the entire archive of BeenAwake.com join the ELITE for the price of a dinner. You can also watch this video on Rumble and Youtube search “Been Awake with LB” to find the show everywhere!

Welcome to the show, in this episode we analyze some highlights from a recent GOP debate. You should understand at this point none of the people on the stage are playing for first place. Removing the stakes of actually winning the primary highlights the theater that is a part of our national elections, and the folly of thinking of these as substantive “debates” Don’t forget! This segment was part of a 1 hour 45 minute livestream. Make sure you’re subscribed here on Substack, on X, and Instagram (@TheLBMuniz) to find out when the next one will be happening and join the chat! There are 6 segments for this episode which will be released free for your viewing pleasure - so make sure you’re subscribed! If you want the entire livestream plus access to the entire archive of BeenAwake.com join the ELITE for the price of a dinner. You can also watch this video on Rumble and Youtube search “Been Awake with LB” to find the show everywhere!

Welcome to the show, in this episode we talk about Javier Milei’s recent victory in Argentinian elections despite being an avowed libertarian and promising to reduce the state. We also examine recent instability in Spain and Ireland and tie these changes to the changes we see here in the USA. Don’t forget! This segment was part of a 1 hour 45 minute livestream. Make sure you’re subscribed here on Substack, on X, and Instagram (@TheLBMuniz) to find out when the next one will be happening and join the chat! There are 6 segments for this episode which will be released free for your viewing pleasure - so make sure you’re subscribed! If you want the entire livestream plus access to the entire archive of BeenAwake.com join the ELITE for the price of a dinner.

Welcome to the show, in this episode review the Deadspin hit piece on a 9 year old boy at a Kansas City Chiefs game. We use this story to explore the problem with narrative journalism we all experience and their horrible effect on the population. We also discuss Elon Musk telling Disney and other advertisers to “go f*ck themselves” for threatening to pull advertising dollars from the X platform. Don’t forget! This segment was part of a 1 hour 45 minute livestream. Make sure you’re subscribed here on Substack, on X, and Instagram (@TheLBMuniz) to find out when the next one will be happening and join the chat! There are 6 segments for this episode which will be released free for your viewing pleasure - so make sure you’re subscribed! If you want the entire livestream plus access to the entire archive of BeenAwake.com join the ELITE for the price of a dinner. You can also watch this video on Rumble and Youtube search “Been Awake with LB” to find the show everywhere!

Welcome to the show, in this segment we explore the changing landscape of the Israel/Palestine conflict. We also go over an original article I wrote at BeenAwake.com entitled “Dear Patriot, you’re supposed to be demoralized.” I discuss the difficulty in trying to remain detached from current events and keep America First, especially when everyone wants you to be on their side. Don’t forget! This segment was part of a 1 hour 45 minute livestream. Make sure you’re subscribed here on Substack, on X, and Instagram (@TheLBMuniz) to find out when the next one will be happening and join the chat! There are 6 segments for this episode which will be released free for your viewing pleasure - so make sure you’re subscribed! If you want the entire livestream plus access to the entire archive of BeenAwake.com join the ELITE for the price of a dinner. You can also watch this video on Rumble and Youtube search “Been Awake with LB” to find the show everywhere!

Welcome to the show, in this episode we do a brief retrospective about the changing politics in the United States and the echoes we’re seeing across the world. There is a desperate need in our day to shed ideologies whose roots are built in sand and return to strong foundations. That is our journey in the mission of better sense making, so thanks for joining on this crazy ride. Don’t forget! This segment was part of a 1 hour 45 minute livestream. Make sure you’re subscribed here on Substack, on X, and Instagram (@TheLBMuniz) to find out when the next one will be happening and join the chat! There are 6 segments for this episode which will be released free for your viewing pleasure - so make sure you’re subscribed! If you want the entire livestream plus access to the entire archive of BeenAwake.com join the ELITE for the price of a dinner. You can also watch this video on Rumble and Youtube search “Been Awake with LB” to find the show everywhere!

Welcome to the show, in this episode we go back in time to read an article from 2009 the last time there was conflict between Israel and Palestine to read an article that talks about how the Israeli government helped support Hamas and certainly didn’t try to stop their spread. It’s worth listening to if for no other reason than unless you’re an anti-war zealot you’ve likely never heard this narrative. After the foundation we built in the previous episodes I think you’re ready to take the next steps in better sensemaking on this most complicated of issues. If you want to immediately unlock the full 2 hour livestream become a part of the ELITE by becoming a premium subscriber at beenawake.com

Welcome to the show, this episodes marks the last installment of our livestream from October 24, 2023. In this episode we touch on a bunch of stories starting with a dust up on twitter between Dave Smith and Austin Peterson. We also talk about Matt Gaetz ousting Kevin McCarthy, making hotels more friendly to the fat, and other great stories. If you want to immediately unlock the 2 hour livestream join the Been Awake ELITE by becoming a premium subscriber ($50 for your first year!) If you want to immediately unlock the full 2 hour livestream become a part of the ELITE by becoming a premium subscriber at beenawake.com

Welcome to the show, in this installment of us looking at the breakout of war in the middle east (again) we watch media reactions to the breakout of war and the commentary surrounding it. In particular we’ll watch people like Ben Shapiro and Joe Biden. One of whom was particularly emotional despite believing that “facts don’t care about your feelings.” We use the knowledge we built upon in episodes 87.1 87.2 & 87.3 to see why we should take these people seriously when they cry for more bloodshed. If you want to immediately unlock the full 2 hour livestream become a part of the ELITE by becoming a premium subscriber at beenawake.com

Welcome to the show, in this episode we continue our discussion of the war in the middle east. Now that we’ve thought about how we come to know things today, and now that we’ve laid down the basics of our story as it began we’re going to examine the metaphysical justifications for the political doctrines at each other’s throats for longer than most of us have been alive. We will explore with full sobriety the political ramifications of islamism and zionism using the “unbiased” Wikipedia as our guide. This is the kind of episode you don’t want to miss - make sure you’ve listened to episodes 87.1 & 87.2 for the full picture! If you want immediate access to the two hour livestream become a member of the Been Awake Elite by buying a yearly membership!

Welcome to the show, in this episode we continue our high-level conversation about the conflict between Palestine and Israel by going back in time and starting the clock after the end of World War Two, for whatever else may have been happening at the time - there was a question, what should be done with the Jewish people? The subsequent events leads to Zionists declaring the independence of the state of Israel. We’ll read that document and analyze some connections that will be made more clear in episode 87.3 - so make sure you’re subscribed! If you want immediate access to the two hour livestream become a member of the Been Awake Elite by buying a yearly membership!

Description: Welcome to the beginning of our live stream from October 24, 2023! Join us as we delve into the complex Israeli-Palestinian conflict and its connections to American democracy. In this episode, we'll kick off by discussing "pre-knowledge," a fascinating concept where understanding emerges from a patchwork of ideas rather than a linear approach. This sets the stage for our exploration of how different facets within the American democracy cult support the system instead of dismantling it. Discover the key sides in this multifaceted issue, and understand the fervor surrounding it. Stay tuned for the next episode where we place this story in the context of the post-World War II order. 🔔 Don't forget to subscribe to stay updated! 💡 Join the discussion with these hashtags: #IsraeliPalestinianConflict #AmericanDemocracy #PreKnowledge 🌐 Tags: Israeli-Palestinian conflict, American democracy, pre-knowledge, international politics, world events, live stream, current affairs, October 24, 2023 💎 Become a Been Awake Elite member for immediate access to our two-hour livestream. Get a yearly membership now! 💎

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Welcome to the show, in this episode we go over a recent dust up between Matt Walsh and Pearl Davis. Matt Walsh is a writer and podcaster for The Daily Wire, Pearl Davis is an up and coming content creator who fashions herself a dispenser of red pills. These aren’t the same kind of red pills we talk about here - this is a new wave of supposedly enlightened positions telling young men not to get married because some day they might get divorced. In the episode I spend time discussing some of the problematic incentives that exist for full time “creators” and the problems with elements of the so-called manosphere and red pill community. To gain immediate access to the 2 hour livestream you can buy me dinner and join The Been Awake ELITE which will also give you access to the entire library of better sensemaking LB has produced over the last 3 years. Otherwise make sure you’re subscribed as the regular podcast feed will have the segments reproduced in consumable format. Subscribe today! Watch on RUMBLE Watch on YOUTUBE

Welcome to the show, in this episode we break down Gavin Newsom’s recent comments made at the UN regarding climate change. In the video he attempts to make the “climate crisis simple” by blaming one thing - fossil fuels. If you weren’t aware, the only reason we have the level of wealth and complexity in our society is thanks to those evil fossil fuels. So people who want to stop fossil fuels want to kill your grandmother. Fight fire with fire as they say. This episode is a portion of a longer livestream streamed live for free to everyone! To gain immediate access to the 2 hour livestream you can buy me dinner and join The Been Awake ELITE which will also give you access to the entire library of better sensemaking LB has produced over the last 3 years. Otherwise make sure you’re subscribed as the regular podcast feed will have the segments reproduced in consumable format. Subscribe today! Been Awake is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Watch on Rumble Watch on Youtube Been Awake is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.

Welcome to the show! In this FREE episode L.B. recounts a recent experience driving (or sitting) in the chaotic traffic that has now become a regular feature in Chicago around Mexican Independence Day. He contrasts his story with one told and published by the Chicago Tribune by a local activist who bemoaned being “profiled” by the police who were forced to close roads. LB also discusses the new show format and looks back on the last 3 years of the Been Awake Project. This episode is a portion of a longer livestream streamed live for free to everyone! To gain immediate access to the 2 hour livestream you can buy me dinner and join The Been Awake ELITE which will also give you access to the entire library of better sensemaking LB has produced over the last 3 years. Otherwise make sure you’re subscribed as the regular podcast feed will have the segments reproduced in consumable chunks!

The mission of better sensemaking continues! I remember growing up, people would talk about politics in terms of a pendulum swinging. A pendulum is a weight hung from a fixed point so it can swing freely backward and forward. For most of the 21st century and arguably the late 20th century, this symbolic pendulum manifested in supreme court decisions has swung “left.” Only recently has the court become more “conservative” and so we watch as the pendulum swings “right.” What does this mean for our polity? How does this show us what comes next in politics? These are the types of questions we explore in episode 85 (even though the video slides will show 84.) We also cover Twitter’s recent decision to limit the amount of tweets for its users, Meta launching a micro-blog app, updates from the Ukrainian conflict, and the sad state of modern dating. Don’t forget! The best and quickest way to access the latest piece of better sensemaking is to go to beenawake.com and subscribe with your email, and do me a favor - share this show with a friend you think will enjoy the content, and an escape from the woke. Follow me everywhere @TheLBMuniz.

A loyal listener wanted me to take it to the woke, so that’s what we’ll do in episode 84. We’re over halfway through yet another pride month, and I’m reminded of the cliché about how a bankruptcy happens - slowly and then all at once. While for many people the idea of queerness seems brand new, the ideas have been incubating for some time. Unfortunately the life these ideas bring is quite ugly and misshapen but nonetheless it exists. Together we’ll watch some videos that demonstrate this new inverted morality and pick apart not only their arguments but why they make them in the first place. Don’t forget! The best and quickest way to access the latest piece of better sensemaking is to go to beenawake.com and subscribe with your email, and do me a favor - share this show with a friend you think will enjoy the content, and an escape from the woke. Follow me everywhere @TheLBMuniz.