If We Were Kings show

If We Were Kings

Summary: Two old teachers that pretend to be autonomous rulers of fictitious kingdoms. In doing so, we make unilateral decisions that have no impact other than making ourselves feel better.

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  • Artist: Mc Elwee/Rosenthal Collaboration
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 Episode 19- IWWK Interviews Actress Kimmy Shields: Millennials, Brad Pitt and #Metoo | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:32:37

Actress Kimmy Shields dishes on her fledgling acting career. We discuss Millennial Apathy, her upcoming movie Ad Astra(w/Brad Pitt & Donald Sutherland), and working as a young women in post #Metoo Hollywood. Please to Enjoy.

 Episode 18- Genetic Selection | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:44:21

The dueling banjos of political banter decide to look into(not tackle) the fledgling issue of Human/Cosmetic Genetic Selection. Blue eyes and Blonde hair is just the beginning. I sense a part II. In "Freeballing" we have some fun and announce the 3 bands/artists at our coronation! And Brando=Vanity!

 Episode 17-Circumcision | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:46:20

As a change of pace episode, the kings decided to take on a delicate topic, circumcision! Like the steady hand of a mohel we cut through the topic! In Free-balling, we TRY to find a means of driving millennials and other young people to vote.

 Episode 16-Cash Bail or No Cash Bail, that is the ? | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:54:39

Episode 16-Cash Bail or No Cash Bail, that is the ? by Mc Elwee/Rosenthal Collaboration

 Episode 15- Dr. Wright(R-Challenger 33rd)and Homelessness | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:57:47

Episode 15- Dr. Wright(R-Challenger 33rd)and Homelessness by Mc Elwee/Rosenthal Collaboration

 Episode 15- Dr. Kenneth Wright and Homelessness | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:57:47

Equal Time! That is what we are all about. With that in mind, we are privileged to have Dr. Kenneth Wright, the Republican running against Ted Lieu in the 33rd House district of California! Fascinating Interview! "Free-Balling" continues a conversation about Homelessness that developed out of our previous interview.

 Episode 14- The Kings Interview Congressman Ted Lieu about School Safety | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:49:11

It is our distinct pleasure to have Congressman Ted Lieu (33rd CA) on the podcast! We discuss multiple topics including School Safety, Midterms and the "Blue Wave." In our "Free-Balling" segment we continue the discussion and ask the question "Are there any real solutions with regard to the issue of School Safety?" Thank You Podbean!

 Episode 13- Minimum Wage vs. UBI | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:54:19

What is the best way to help your people: Minimum wage or UBI (Universal Basic Income)? Find out in this edition of If we were Kings!!! In Free-Balling we discuss if the Catholic Church has any credibility left in those old robes. Finally, Mac likes Project Runway!

 Episode 12-Capital Punishment | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:54:36

In this episode the dynamic duo take on the idea of the Death Penalty in their respective kingdoms. Economics, Morality, "What is cruel and unusual?" You know, light topics. In Free-Balling, We discuss whether music should be free. And that one of us has an award the other doesn't!

 Episode 11- Foreign Meddling | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:51:19

In this episode the Kings take on a topical issue: Interfering in the politics of foreign countries! In Free-Balling we discuss the arguments for and against the production and release of 3-D Printer guns. You know light topics.

 Episode 10- Teacher Tenure | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:56:33

It's Summertime and the Kings are rested, tanned and ready to fix the world! Episode 10 takes us down the path of evaluating how each monarch would handle teacher tenure IYK. In "Free-balling" we take a look in the time machine and speculate about what will public education look like in 20 years. And Shatner Rocks!

 Episode 9-Affirmative Action in Ed | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:52:31

In today's continuing saga the monarchs take on the issue of affirmative action in education. In a contentious debate, Mac and the Czar take on the task of dissecting affirmative action in Ed and attempt to fix the university admission system. In "Freeballing" the Dukes of Decisiveness ask whether to make 2 years of military service compulsory in their respective kingdoms. And Morrissey is vain!

 Episode 8-World Cup | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:50:28

In their latest venture, we find the kings grappling with the issue of whether to host the World Cup in their Kingdoms. We review the previous episode by reading a few emails and listening to a few voicemails. Hurrah! Free-balling deals with the issue of the changing views of discrimination in America. And Mac throws some Bon Jovi shade.

 Episode 7- Unions | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:54:07

In this episode the Kings decide to tackle the controversial topic of Unions. We discuss their validity today and if they will be allowed in our respective kingdoms. In "Freeballing" the Dynamic Duo take on the question of whether celebrities should have political influence in today's society. And would you change your College Major?

 Episode 6-Free College Education | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 00:50:55

In this episode our monarchs discuss the pros and cons of Tuition-Free Universities. Edicts are made, arguments are amended, and everyone is smarter! In our Free-Balling segment we discuss whether it is patriotic to make NFL players stand on the sideline for the national anthem. And Mississippi needs to work on some stuff.

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