Filter Feeders - UNFILTERED #1- Pet-eating and Other Trump Era Survival Tips

UNFILTERED #1- Pet-eating and Other Trump Era Survival Tips

11/29/24 • 60 min

Welcome to Filter Feeders - UNFILTERED! 🗳️🧐🎭

In this very first edition of UNFILTERED, Ollie and Vinny throw caution (and filters) to the wind to tackle the chaos surrounding Trump’s re-election. From emotional reactions to global implications, they’re diving deep, ranting responsibly, and asking the big questions:

“Why is everyone so obsessed with America when we live in the internet?” and...
“Is it time to start stocking up on canned goods... or tanning oil?”

Expect candid reflections, some healthy emotional unpacking, and even a bit of self-deprecating humor as they navigate the political circus that is modern democracy. Whether you’re democrat, republican, or don't man, we are here to commiserate, celebrate, or simply make sense of it all.

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Episode Highlights

0:00 – Introduction: Welcome to UNFILTERED! Ollie and Vinny set the stage for a no-holds-barred discussion about Trump’s re-election. 🎤

03:08 – Why talk about it?: Ollie dives into why Trump’s presidency matters globally—even to Australians. 🦘

06:45 – Emotional reactions: Ollie shares how he went from denial to acceptance in 20 minutes like breaking up with a toxic ex.

😲😧😰😱😵‍💫😕☹😓😭😢😤😠🤬😵‍💫😒😑🤨🧐🤔🙂‍↕😌😊🙃🙂😌😎

17:47 – Media bias: Are we all just parroting narratives? 🦜

21:30 – Objectivity probably not useful: Ollie refeclts on the sisyphean reality of being objective in todays media soup.🍲

23:50 – Our resident facts guru: Vinny surprises Ollie with the numbers behind the events. What story do they tell? 🙀

44:30 – Looking ahead: Why JD Vance might make you wish for the “good old days” of Trump. 🔮

32:50 – Embracing uncertainty: Why we all need to trust the process, and focus inwards for lifes true purpose, even if we don’t love the results. 🗳

59:10 – Bernie Sanders drops in: He is Bernie Sanders! 👴

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Let’s Keep Filtering Together

🧠 Want to dive deeper? Read Ollie's full article "Maybe: A Reflection on Trump's Re-Election" on our site.

📬 Email: Got thoughts? Send them our way at [email protected]

💬 The Filtration Station: Join our Discord community, where debates are as lively as Vinny’s metaphors.

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Tune in, chuck the filter out, and give your brain some peace...

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Welcome to Filter Feeders - UNFILTERED! 🗳️🧐🎭

“Why is everyone so obsessed with America when we live in the internet?” and...
“Is it time to start stocking up on canned goods... or tanning oil?”

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Episode Highlights

0:00 – Introduction: Welcome to UNFILTERED! Ollie and Vinny set the stage for a no-holds-barred discussion about Trump’s re-election. 🎤

03:08 – Why talk about it?: Ollie dives into why Trump’s presidency matters globally—even to Australians. 🦘

06:45 – Emotional reactions: Ollie shares how he went from denial to acceptance in 20 minutes like breaking up with a toxic ex.

😲😧😰😱😵‍💫😕☹😓😭😢😤😠🤬😵‍💫😒😑🤨🧐🤔🙂‍↕😌😊🙃🙂😌😎

17:47 – Media bias: Are we all just parroting narratives? 🦜

21:30 – Objectivity probably not useful: Ollie refeclts on the sisyphean reality of being objective in todays media soup.🍲

23:50 – Our resident facts guru: Vinny surprises Ollie with the numbers behind the events. What story do they tell? 🙀

44:30 – Looking ahead: Why JD Vance might make you wish for the “good old days” of Trump. 🔮

32:50 – Embracing uncertainty: Why we all need to trust the process, and focus inwards for lifes true purpose, even if we don’t love the results. 🗳

59:10 – Bernie Sanders drops in: He is Bernie Sanders! 👴

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Let’s Keep Filtering Together

🧠 Want to dive deeper? Read Ollie's full article "Maybe: A Reflection on Trump's Re-Election" on our site.

📬 Email: Got thoughts? Send them our way at [email protected]

💬 The Filtration Station: Join our Discord community, where debates are as lively as Vinny’s metaphors.

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🙏 Thank you for being part of the Filter Feeders community. Your support means the world to us 🌎

Tune in, chuck the filter out, and give your brain some peace...

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Previous Episode

Pod #3 - Unsustainable Sustainability w/ Kylie Beale.

Welcome to Filter Feeders! 🌱

In this episode, we delve into the intricate web of sustainability, exploring how our actions today shape the world of tomorrow. Join Ollie, Vinny, and special guest Kylie Beale as they dissect the essence of sustainability, challenge the role of corporations, and discuss innovative solutions for a greener planet. From urban agriculture to the impact of policy, we're filtering out the noise to bring you the pearls of wisdom - and unlike fast fashion, these insights never go out of style!

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Episode Highlights

0:00 – Introduction: Welcome, welcome, welcome! Our hosts set the stage for a deep dive into sustainability. 🎤

01:12 – Is sustainability just a buzzword? Kylie tackles the corporate co-opting of environmental terms. 🗣️

05:47 – The reality of recycling: Kylie explains why not consuming is the ultimate sustainable act. ♻️

09:22 – Global vs. local: The importance of localized food systems in the face of global challenges. 🍅

13:31 – Greenwashing explained: How companies use sustainability for profit rather than impact. 🌿

20:03 – Urban agriculture and city design: The future of green urban spaces. 🌆

24:55 – The role of governments: Kylie discusses the need for regulatory frameworks to enforce sustainability. 🏛️

29:11 – Consumerism and capitalism: A critique on how these systems affect our planet. 💸

33:42 – Technological solutions: Innovations in farming and waste management for a sustainable future. 🌐

37:21 – The power of policy: How legislation can drive systemic change in environmental practices. 📜

40:42 – Regenerative agriculture vs. traditional farming: Understanding the shift in agricultural practices. 🌱

45:29 – The future outlook: Are we doomed or is there hope? Kylie shares her insights on humanity's path. 🌍

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Next Episode

Pod #4 - Behind the Buddha's Smile w/ Delson Armstrong

Welcome to this Captivating Episode of Filter Feeders! 🧘🏻‍♂️🧘🏿‍♂️🧘🏼‍♂️🧘🏾‍♀️🧘🏻🧘🏻‍♀️🧘‍♀️

What’s life really like for monks and in monasteries? Forget the romanticized visions of perfection—this episode invites you behind the serene façades as Ollie and Vinny welcome Delson Armstrong, an accomplished meditation teacher and author whose deep dive into the monastic world offers unparalleled insight. With humour, raw honesty, and Delson’s years of experience navigating both traditional Buddhism and modern spirituality, this conversation uncovers the hidden truths of Buddhist practice. From debunking meditation myths to examining how monasteries adapt (or clash) with the modern world, Delson helps redefine what it means to walk the path to enlightenment.

So settle in—whether you’re a 🧘‍♂️ mindfulness novice or a seasoned seeker 🕉️, there’s something here for anyone curious 🤔 about the reality behind the Buddha’s iconic smile 😊.

🎧 Episode Highlights:

⏱ [00:01:07] 😲 Breaking Down Enlightenment: Delson busts myths about what it means to spiritually awaken—can you have sex, relationships, and still find your inner Buddha?

⏱ [00:06:40] 🌓 The Shadows We Fear: How repressing life’s challenges under “toxic positivity” often leads to mental burnout and the courage it takes to face our darker selves.

⏱ [00:23:00] 📜 Buddhist Ethics in a Nutshell: Can spirituality adapt to a world of social media and capitalism? Ollie questions, Vinny ponders, Delson enlightens.

⏱ [00:37:50] 📱 Monks in the Digital Era: Delson elaborates on navigating 21st-century pressures—from social media to financial obligations—and whether modern monasticism can survive.

⏱ [00:52:12] 🕒 Too Busy to Be Mindful: How modern schedules clash with traditional practice—and ways to reclaim inner time.

🔗 Delve Deeper

✨ All things Delson Armstrong can be found at his site delsonarmstrong.com.
😱 Kill the Buddha! An exclusive article written by Delson for Filter Feeders Friends.
📝 Catch up with the latest newsletter and be reminded (not spammed) by subscribing to our site filterfeeders.fyi.

💌 Keep Filtering Together!

🗣️ Join the conversation at The Filtration Station, our Discord space for debates, memes, and mindfulness chat.
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And don’t forget to leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—Vinny’s mum awaits your thoughts.

🗝️🥡 Key Takeaway of the Week

Life behind the Buddha’s smile isn’t an Instagram filter—it’s real, complex, and incredibly human. Delson's stories and insights shed light on how modern spirituality can—and must—embrace those imperfections to grow.

So breathe deeply, question deeply, and keep seeking your own middle path.

Stay curious and, just maybe, a little mischievous. 😏

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