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The Story We Tell Ourselves: Politics, Poetry, and the Truth Problem
The Story We Tell Ourselves: Politics, Poetry, and the Truth Problem
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Dive into the latest developments in state and federal legislation every week with Crayon Box Weekly! Hosted by Carl Able, this grassroots podcast breaks down complex policy updates into digestible, understandable insights.
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- The Story We Tell Ourselves: Politics, Poetry, and the Truth Problem · 1 h 11 minIn this episode of Crayon Box Weekly: Interview Edition, we sit down with Andrea LeDew, author of Polemics: Political Poems and Prose, to confront a deeper question behind…
- Is the Justice System Weaponized? A Conversation with a Trump Attorney · 1 h 10 minIn this episode of Crayon Box Weekly: Interview Edition, Carl Able sits down with a former Trump-affiliated attorney and current CEO of the American Rights Alliance to examine…
- Is the Presidency Devouring the Other Branches? · 1 h 8 minHas the presidency become too powerful? In this episode of Crayon Box Weekly: Interview Edition, Carl Able sits down with retired Marine Nicholas Hensley to examine the steady…
- The Veteran Advantage | What Happens When Veterans Stand Together · 1 h 13 minWhat happens when veterans stop being political props and start organizing as a civic force? In this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, Carl sits down with Army veteran and 50501…
- This Timeline is a Mess · 44 minSometimes you have to laugh just to stay sane. In this episode of Crayon Box Politics, Carl sits down with journalist and podcaster Bob Gatty, host of Lean to the Left, for a…
- The Regime’s Fear, the People’s Defiance: Iran at a Point of No Return · 1 h 11 min · Sezonul 3In this conversation, Zolal Habibi, an Iranian human rights activist, shares her personal journey and the motivations behind her activism for democracy and women's rights in…
- America 2026: Superpower or Superbully? · 59 min · Sezonul 3 Episodul 1In this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, hosts Carl Able and Vanessa LaPalm discuss the recent political tensions involving the United States and Venezuela, focusing on President…
- Capitalism Is the Economy of Hope: Dr. Doug Cardell on Socialism, Jobs, and Government · 1 h 15 min · Sezonul 3In our first interview of 2026, Dr. Doug Cardell discusses the complexities of economics, particularly the challenges of economic forecasting and the implications for central…
- Regression, Scapegoats, and the Road to 2026 · 57 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 29In this final episode of the year, hosts Carl and Vanessa reflect on the significant events of 2025, discussing personal anecdotes, political developments, and the impact of…
- Trump’s Fentanyl “WMD” Executive Order: Real Change or a Justification for War? · 44 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 28In this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, hosts Carl and Vanessa discuss various news stories, focusing on Texas SB 8, the Women's Privacy Act, and its implications for transgender…
- Why I Left the GOP: One Conservative’s Breakup Story · 35 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 27In this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, Carl and Vanessa discuss various topics ranging from holiday shopping experiences to political identity and party switching. Carl shares his…
- Echo Chambers, Hate Speech, and a World on Edge · 35 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 26In this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, hosts Carl and Vanessa discuss their recent personal experiences, including accidents and political engagement. They delve into the dynamics…
- You've Heard of Butt Chugging... What About Butt Breathing? · 32 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 25Release Date: Monday, November 10, 2025Hosts: Carl Able & VanessaSeries: Crayon Box Weekly – News Review Edition⸻Episode SummaryThis week’s news roundup swings from science that…
- Chaos or Unity: What Even is a State? · 58 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 24This episode kicks off the “States’ Rights” arc of the Chaos or Unity series — exploring how American governance walks the line between independence and interdependence. Episode…
- Vote or Be Ruled: All Politics are Local · 27 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 23Carl and Vanessa close out the Vote or Be Ruled series with a grounded discussion on why voting still matters—even when it feels futile. They explore voter apathy, political…
- Vote or be Ruled: The Illusion of Democracy · 30 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 22Carl and Vanessa dissect America’s democratic mythos—how the Electoral College, primary system, and party elites shape outcomes long before voters step into a booth. The…
- Vote or Be Ruled: The Amendments That Unlocked Voting Power · 29 min · Sezonul 2 Episodul 21In this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, Carl and co-host Vanessa explore the evolution of voting rights in America, discussing key amendments such as the 15th, 19th, 24th, and…
- Vote or Be Ruled: How Australia Won the West · 27 minIn this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, host Carl, joined by guest host Vanessa, discuss the progression of voting rights and systems, focusing on the adoption of the Australian…
- Protest or Perish: Defending Our Rights in a Shifting Landscape · 20 minIn this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, we discuss the historical and contemporary significance of protest in maintaining democratic freedoms. We review key moments in American…
- Protest or Perish: Preparing for Tomorrow's Challenges · 23 minIn this episode of Crayon Box Weekly, We discuss the evolving landscape of civil liberties and government actions impacting the right to protest. We highlight the increase in…
