Episode

The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters #1418

Podcast: The Podcast of the Lotus Eaters
Published: May 14, 2026
Duration seconds: 5487
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Summary

Dan, Firas, and special guest Harrison Pitt discuss the UK state banning people who embarrass them, whether the British state can even be governed by anyone, and how control is breaking down everywhere.