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Apologies Accepted

Apologies Accepted

We offer an entertaining look at some of the big issues in history by examining public apologies of the famous and infamous. We’re looking at politicians, serial killers, actors, and you! Send us an apology you would like to make and we’ll read it on the podcast and give you the chance to redeem yourself or just get some guilt off your shoulders. We’re here for you, once a week, maybe more if you are really, really sorry.

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28:32

Teenage Unwed Mother: The Problem With Christian Charity

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2025/01/19

Join Theo and Juliette in this thought-provoking episode of "Apologies Accepted," where they delve into the controversial public apology made by a teenage girl at a church in Hampton, Virginia. The episode explores the societal and religious implications of such shaming events and the profound impact on the individuals involved. With a mix of personal stories and passionate debate, this episode promises to challenge your views on accountability and forgiveness within religious communities.Alongside

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22:27

Putin's Plane: What's an Apology Anyway?

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2025/01/07

This episode is short and sweet, just like Putin's apology for the tragic shooting of a commercial airliner over Russian airspace.The Azerbaijani airplane was shot down by Russian forces and Putin apologized for the geolocation, but not for the act. "Sorry that it happened over Russia, wishing the families thoughts and prayers" (in Russian and no not a direct translation or even close). Our AI overlord has a more in-depth analysis of the episode, and high praise for us! In this enlightening

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37:33

The Duke Lacrosse Case: Truth, Lies, and Apologies

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2024/12/31

Welcome to 'Apologies Accepted,' the podcast where we explore the complexities of public apologies through riveting historical events. In this episode, Theo and Juliette dissect the infamous Duke Lacrosse case from 2006. This scandal shook the nation with allegations of sexual assault by three Duke University students. There was a huge media frenzy and a lot of support for the accuser, but behind the scenes the case was shaky at best.

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33:28

Little Girl Lost: Canada Isn't Nice Anymore

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2024/12/17

An 11 year old girl got on the wrong street car in Toronto after a school field trip ended early and somehow she was allowed to wander off on her own and head home by herself. The train line ended in a part of the city she was unfamiliar with. She asked random people on the street if she could use their phone to call her mom for help. Somehow everyone had a work phone that they could not use for personal reasons, or they somehow didn't have a phone on them at all. The 11 year old remembered what

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46:28

Presidential Sorry: South Korea Martial Law

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2024/12/10

President Yoon of South Korea declared martial law and sent the military to surround the Korean National Assembly building where the Korean parliament meets to vote. Helicopters landed on the top of the building in an attempt to keep lawmakers OUT OF THE BUILDING.The South Korean people were outraged. Korea is a democratic republic, the same as the United States. People took to the streets, mothers of soldiers grounded them for life, and brave Korean lawmakers SCALED FENCES WHILE GUNS POINTED AT

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22:12

Angela Merkel: Putin's Power Play

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2024/12/03

Way back when the world was easier to understand (it wasn't), The President of Russia and the Chancellor of Germany held a face-to-face meeting. Putin (President of Russia and now America) brought his black labrador retriever into the meeting to "welcome" the Chancellor of Germany, Angela Merkel.The Chancellor had a well-known fear of dogs, but held her fear in check and continued on with the meeting. Years later, in her memoir, "Freedom," she recounted the incident. Putin issued an apology,

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01:10:10

Encore: A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving

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2024/11/27

In honor of Thanksgiving, here is a super special bonus encore episode of our fan favorite, A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving. If you are celebrating or not, we wish you the very best for the upcoming holiday season. May your Quorn Roast be toasted to perfection!Snoopy is cooking Thanksgiving dinner and everyone is invited! Jelly Beans and toast for all - including Franklin, the only black kid in the world of Charlie Brown and Peanuts! Franklin gets a seat at the table all by himself as the other

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54:01

Encore: Thanksgiving Smallpox Pizza!

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2024/11/27

It's THANKSGIVING! You might be traveling to your family's house right now for some great political debate and dinner. We know what's up and remember that family gatherings are only made better by reminding yourself that you are an adult and allowed to drink all the alcohol you want. Get loaded and let Uncle Man and Aunt Lady know what you really think of their dry-ass turkey! And now, for the episode. Right Coast Pizza put out an ad in an edgy music magazine. The ad showed a pilgrim woman

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50:35

Edinburgh Rape Crisis Center: Gender Identity and...

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2024/11/27

Rosslyn Adams had worked along side and supported trans women for years. When faced with a question regarding a crisis counselor's biological sex, Rosslyn found herself in the crossroads of 21st century gender politics. She also found herself the subject of an HR investigation which lead to her resignation. She sued the Edinburgh Rape Crisis Center and one of the conditions of the suit was a public apology. She won her case and received her apology - but was it really an apology? We're here to

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54:42

Goodbye Twitter: Bluer Skies Ahead

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2024/11/19

Election night was not a great night for Laura Helmuth, editor-in-chief of Scientific American. Like many of her fellow Americans, she was dismayed by the final results. She took to social media (always a great idea!) to share her thoughts and feelings. She used some choice language for Trump supporters and within hours her post migrated from Bluesky (a Twitter competitor) over to "X" (formerly Twitter and now just a garbage pile of right wing propaganda). Her post went viral in right-wing

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55:02

Policing the Political Divide: Sheriff Won't Help...

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2024/11/12

An officer of the Sheriff's Department in Ohio posted a note on social media warning everyone in the county that he was going to double-check who you voted for before he would help you. If you voted for the wrong candidate, you were on your own (two guesses as to who he thought the right candidate was).But then quick came the apology when he discovered that not everyone thought his post was demure, or mindful, or respectful. Also he had no memory of posting the statements and was as surprised as

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37:45

Politics on Parade: Mount (Un)Pleasant

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2024/11/06

In this episode of "Apologies Accepted," hosts Theo and Juliette delve into the recent uproar surrounding a Halloween parade in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania. A float featuring a controversial depiction of Vice President Kamala Harris has sparked outrage, invoking painful memories of America's past. The hosts explore the community's reaction, with local leaders and residents expressing anger and demanding accountability from parade organizers. They also discuss the apology issued by the Mount

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01:01:02

Encore: Halloween - The Babies are Stealing Your Candy!

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2024/10/29

Hi Everyone!It's Halloweeeeeeeen! And time for our encore holiday episode celebrating candy and the commercialization of the spooky season! In these strange times we take you back to the more innocent days of childhood. Stealing a bowlful of Halloween candy from your neighbor’s porch seems like a gentler crime from gentler days…but there is a social contract involved! You aren’t allowed to trick anyone who has left you a treat. That’s the rule. So once you are found out, you’d better

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33:48

Unreservedly Sorry: The CrowdStrike Outage Saga

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2024/10/10

Join Theo and Juliette in this episode of "Apologies Accepted," where they delve into the world of public apologies by examining the recent massive global disruption caused by CrowdStrike. The cybersecurity company's defective software update led to a worldwide crash of Windows systems, affecting airlines, hospitals, banks, and more. CrowdStrike's CEO and other top executives issued swift apologies, but was it enough to regain trust?Together, they explore the history of computer viruses, from the

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31:30

Lena Dunham: Sorry Again

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2024/09/26

In this episode of Apologies Accepted, Theo and Juliette delve into the world of public apologies with a focus on the ever-controversial Lena Dunham. Known for her provocative remarks and frequent need to apologize, Lena's latest slip-up involves a controversial comment about abortion that she made on her podcast.The hosts explore Lena's history of public apologies, her attempts to repair the damage, and whether her latest apology holds any weight. They also discuss the broader implications of

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28:35

The Tabloid Trap: Princess Diana and the National...

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2024/09/11

Join Theo and Juliette in this episode of Apologies Accepted as they delve into the story of Princess Diana and the relentless pursuit by the paparazzi that led to her untimely demise. They explore the rise of tabloid journalism in Britain, sparked by the demand for sensational celebrity images, and how it culminated in a public apology following Diana's death. Discover the historical context of the British tabloid industry, its impact on privacy laws, and the media's role in shaping public

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36:01

Imane Khelif: What Makes a Woman

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2024/08/14

Imane Khelif is a born fighter. Sure, she's an olympic gold medalist boxer, but that's not what we are talking about. She grew up fighting the local bullies in her village, fought against her father's ideas of what sports women can play (none), and lately fought against public opinion when she entered the Olympics and started winning.Imane has a striking look, not conventionally feminine. Based on her physical appearance, she was labeled as "transgender" by some people with big public platforms,

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47:04

Paris Olympics: Sorry for the Art

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2024/08/06

The story of the Paris 2024 Olympics blends history, mythology, and modern-day controversies, all through the lens of public apologies.In this episode of "Apologies Accepted," Theo and Juliette delve into the recent controversy surrounding the Paris 2024 Olympics Committee's apology for a piece of performance art that some interpreted as mocking the Last Supper. The duo explores the backlash from various religious groups and discusses the historical and mythological significance of Dionysus, the

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30:24

Delta Airlines: Employee Turbulence

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2024/07/31

In this episode of Apologies Accepted, Theo and Juliette dive into the recent controversy surrounding Delta Airlines. The airline faced backlash after a tweet appeared to sympathize with a user's complaint about flight attendants wearing Palestinian flag pins. This incident led to a public apology and a significant change in Delta's uniform policy.The hosts discuss the implications of Delta's new policy that now only permits U.S. flag pins, the impact on employees, and the broader conversation

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39:05

RFK Jr: Marry Poppins Hits Back

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2024/07/25

At the tender age of 45, married with three children, RFK Jr sexually assaulted his children's nanny. The nanny, Eliza Cooney, shared her story with Vanity Fair in July of 2024. She had been a 23 year old budding attorney and had in no way encouraged or solicited the sexual attention of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.Jr. says he has no memory of the incident, but called twice and sent a text apologizing to Ms. Cooney for his behavior. And he has 9% of the vote for the Presidential election this year. MAGA

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