In this episode, we discuss a recent decision by a Cleveland judge to have a reckless driver where a sing proclaiming her to be an idiot and Papa John’s CEO John Schnatter’s (not Shatner much to our chagrin) comments about how Obamacare is going to adversely affect his workforce. Do you have comments, questions...
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[61] Hurricane Sandy
As the Northeastern United States experiences an unprecedented level of devastation due to Hurricane Sandy, the nation nears another historic occasion: the presidential election. We discuss various politicians’ responses to the storm and the potential impact of the government’s response on the outcome of the election. Our thoughts and prayers go out to those...
[60] We Love Jewish Women
We discuss recent “kerfuffles” (I’ve always wanted to use that word!) at Western Wall and in the online space over how Jewish women should use their voices in both the literal and figurative sense. Also, we have another guest on the show this week! And you won’t BELIEVE your ears! Tune in. Support us!...
[58] A Quick Word on ‘The Innocence of Muslims’
This week, we’re offering a shortened version of Hey! That’s My Hummus! as we discuss the various theories behind the incendiary film “The Innocence of Muslims.” In addition to discussing the details of the events surrounding the film, we also discuss how our respective identities, Jewish and Muslim, are playing into the violence that’s...
[57] Voter Registration Laws & Creationism
Show notes: Voter Registration Laws – Nikki Minaj and Mitt Romney? Really? – laws are being passed throughout the United States that center on voter identification – Some of the laws require very specific forms of ID – is this partisan or practical? Creationism – We discuss the points brought up by Bill...
[56] The Banter Episode
We’re baaaaack. Unfiltered. Unedited. Understandably. I don’t know, that last one just seemed to go. Catch up with us this episode until we resume our regularly scheduled programming. Oh — and buy stuff! From Amazon! By clicking the link above. Music Credits: Title Theme (Intro and Outtro): Perfect One (Man Bites Dog) / CC...
[54] Is Being Religious Unfashionable?
A recent post on theoatmeal.com prompts a discussion about whether or not religion is “under attack” and the recent shooting tragedy in a movie theatre in Aurora, Colorado prompts us to wonder about the root causes of gun violence in America. Hey! That’s My Hummus is an Amazon Affiliate! Help us continue to bring...
[53] Arizona Tent City & Guantanamo Bay
This Week’s “Extra Credit”: When we are no longer able to change a situation, we are challenged to change ourselves. –Viktor Frankl In this episode, we discuss human rights in the context of imprisonment. At 19, I read a book that changed my life irrevocably. It was by psychiatrist, existentialist and Holocaust survivor Dr....
[52] El Derecho & the Collapse of TomKat
This week, we discuss taco marketing strategies, climate change and the American as apple pie obsession with celebrity break ups and screw ups. Music Credits: Title Theme (Intro and Outtro): Perfect One (Man Bites Dog) / CC BY-SA 3.0 Interstitial Music: Chocolate and Cocaine (single) (Lorenzo’s Music) / CC BY-SA 3.0 Have comments, questions or...
{LISTEN} Immigration Amnesty & New York Soda Ban
Show Notes – See if you can spot the politically incorrect joke less than sixty seconds into the show. It ends with, “Okay. maybe that was politically incorrect.” – First, we discuss President Obama’s executive order regarding illegal immigration. – There is mention of the little known historical footnote known as the “The Great...