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Firing Lane

Croaky Caiman is natures humble janitor just here to take out the trash through political discourse. Listen to Croaky Caiman, a conservative intellectual cartoon gator, have conversations with people from all backgrounds about current events, history, the U.S. political system, and law through sharing his extensive knowledge with a bit of humor and intermittent swear words. Not recommended for listeners under age 18.

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01:32:10

Fiscal Responsibility, Federalism and the Fight for...

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2024/12/23

In this episode of Firing Lane, we tackle the tangled web of modern political discourse, starting with the lazy arguments surrounding presidential coattails and their overstated influence on down-ballot races. From there, we dive into the brilliance of Federalism as a guiding principle for addressing America’s most pressing challenges, including runaway budgets and the national debt. We discuss the potential of an Article V Convention of States to restore balance to a federal government that has

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01:15:30

The Debt Ceiling and Conservatives Stand Against the...

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2024/12/21

In this episode of Firing Lane, we dive into Congressman Chip Roy’s bold stand for accountability in Congress—a gallant effort to break the cycle of bloated omnibus bills and restore fiscal sanity. We’ll explore how MAGA-aligned Republicans betrayed conservative principles by siding with Democrats to crush Roy’s proposal, exposing a stark divide within the GOP. From the debt ceiling debate to the rise of the New Federalist movement, we unpack the battle for the soul of conservatism and why it

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01:42:40

Debt Reckoning: Chip Roy’s Stand Against Fiscal Chaos

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2024/12/20

In this episode of Firing Lane, Croaky Caiman tackles the GOP’s latest battle over the debt ceiling and their pivot to splitting the continuing resolution into separate votes. Croaky dives into Representative Chip Roy’s principled stand for fiscal responsibility, contrasting it with Donald Trump’s chaotic call to abolish the debt ceiling entirely. With sharp wit and incisive analysis, Croaky and friends explore whether this piecemeal strategy is a return to conservative accountability or just

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02:28:33

An Atheist's Defense of Faith: Antisemitism,...

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2024/12/19

In this episode of Firing Lane, Croaky takes a bold dive into the deep waters of Western civilization's intellectual and moral heritage, confronting the ancient specter of antisemitism and the enduring fractures between Judaism, Catholicism, and Protestantism. With wit, rigor, and a touch of irreverence, Croaky unpacks how these schisms shaped the West while exposing how modern populist movements, lazy thinking, and sectarian divides threaten the very foundations they built. It’s a journey through

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12:42

The Ballad of Cocaine Mitch

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2024/12/16

The Long Game and a Conservative Titan’s Final Chapter

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20:31

Liberty, Lavon, and Lies: Croaky Exposes the Woke...

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2024/12/16

Croaky on Candace Owens and the Market for Antisemitism

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22:21

Anonymous and Unbothered: Why Con Inc. Hates Criticism

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2024/12/16

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03:02:44

Candace Owens, Cultural Relativism, and the USS...

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2024/12/14

In this wacky episode of Firing Lane, Croaky dissects the latest grift by Candace Owens, focusing on her exploitation of the USS Liberty incident and Lavon Affair to promote divisive narratives that undermine the U.S.-Israel alliance and fuel antisemitism all for the sake of driving up online engagements. But this isn’t just a history lesson—it’s a dive into the chaos of the internet, where Croaky gets in some heated exchanges with poorly informed groypers and even some possibly

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15:49

The Vacuum of Power: Fragility in the Middle East

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2024/12/13

Idealism and the Middle Eastern Vacuum

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12:16

The Tyrant’s Fall: Syria’s Prelude to Chaos

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2024/12/12

Power Vacuums and the Perils of Premature Celebration

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11:58

Human Dignity Doesn’t Need a Makeover

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2024/12/12

Croaky's Conservative Case Against The Cult of Transformation

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14:31

Clash of Civilizations: Debunking the Cultural...

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2024/12/12

The West’s Unique Fusion of Faith and Reason in a World of Relativism

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08:05

The Uniparty Pivot: How Influencers Learned to Stop...

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2024/12/12

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01:09:08

Rage Against The Risk Pool: Luigi Mangione and...

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2024/12/10

In this episode of Firing Lane, we explore the tragic and chilling case of Luigi Mangione, a privileged and intellectually gifted young man whose grievances with the healthcare industry culminated in the assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. We dive into Mangione’s writings, his manifesto, and the ideological underpinnings of his actions, drawing parallels to figures like Ted Kaczynski. Through this lens, we examine how intelligence untethered by purpose can turn corrosive, fueled by

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01:36:41

Assad's Fall: Chaos, Fragility and Geopolitical Fallout

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2024/12/08

In this episode of Firing Lane, Croaky Caiman dives deep into the seismic geopolitical shifts triggered by the fall of Bashar al-Assad’s regime in Syria. With Assad reportedly seeking refuge in Moscow, the podcast traces the decade-long civil war that dismantled his hold on power, exploring the roles of key players like the United States, Russia, Iran, and Turkey.Croaky examines the broader implications of regime collapse through the lens of history, drawing lessons from the chaos in Libya and Iraq

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02:16:41

Influencers Demand #OnlyPete for Defense: Is DeSantis...

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2024/12/06

In this episode of Firing Lane, we dive into the chaos surrounding President-elect Trump’s pick for Secretary of Defense. We start by dissecting the implosion of Pete Hegseth’s nomination, marred by allegations of misconduct and the bizarre loyalty-driven frenzy of the #OnlyPete movement. Then, we shift focus to the rumors of Florida Governor Ron DeSantis as a potential replacement. With his military background and proven leadership, DeSantis seems like a compelling choice—on paper. But would

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02:19:18

Trans Ideology and the Assault on Human Dignity

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2024/12/05

In this episode of Firing Lane, Croaky takes aim at the radical aspects of modern transgender ideology, exploring how it undermines the cornerstone of conservatism: the defense of human dignity. With sharp analysis and compassionate critique, he argues that true compassion lies in affirming individuals as they are, not pushing them toward self-rejection and irreversible transformation. Using examples like Rachel Dolezal and the inconsistencies surrounding identity fluidity, Croaky highlights the

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01:26:22

The Woke Right: The Right Hand of the Left

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2024/12/03

In this episode of Firing Lane, Croaky Caiman dismantles the illusion of the "Woke Right," exposing it as a reactionary mimicry that undermines conservatism's core principles by adopting the tactics of identity politics, grievance culture, and tribalism. Drawing on Russell Kirk's concept of the "permanent things," Croaky argues that true conservatism must reject these transient strategies in favor of enduring values rooted in humility, prudence, and cultural renewal. He outlines the

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01:22:06

Shopping Elsewhere Won’t Save You From Tariffs

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2024/11/26

For the third time, we’re diving into the contentious issue of tariffs—not because we love repeating ourselves, but because false economic narratives surrounding this topic continue to spread, and they demand a response. Misinformation, particularly the idea that tariffs don’t harm consumers or that they can simply "shop elsewhere" to avoid higher costs, is being perpetuated at alarming rates.This is especially troubling as Trump’s Treasury pick, who should know better, has joined the chorus to

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59:45

When Ideas Are Too Dangerous: Croaky vs. The Karens...

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2024/11/24

In this episode of Firing Lane, Croaky Caiman takes aim at the faux-conservatives celebrating his recent suspension from Twitter and exposes the cowardly tactics of algorithmic suppression and mass reporting. Far from silencing dissent, these populist impostors have revealed their inability to challenge ideas on intellectual grounds, resorting instead to the very authoritarianism they claim to oppose. Croaky delves into the principles of true conservatism, contrasting it with the reactionary,

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