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Park Bench Ontology

is a low-stakes existential crisis disguised as a comedy podcast for people quietly losing faith in the script of modern life. Each week, comedian and writer Gavin Stephens dissects the absurd machinery of capitalism and culture — from sitcoms to wealth inequality, Baudrillard to people who talk in the movies — exposing the broken myths, invisible rules, and slow-motion collapse we all pretend isn’t happening.Presented by The Chonilla Network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more

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Episode Title: S16E14 - Captain America: Brave New...

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2025/02/24

In this episode of Uncolonized, Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant dive into Captain America: Brave New World, breaking down the political and social implications of the film. What does it mean to have a Black Captain America in today's world? How does the film tackle race, power, and patriotism? We get into all of it, plus our expectations for Anthony Mackie’s take on the shield.Directed by Julius Onah, Captain America: Brave New World stars Anthony Mackie, Harrison Ford, Liv Tyler, Tim Blake Nelson,

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S16E13: ADHD in Adults: The Hidden Struggle with...

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2025/02/17

This week on Uncolonized, host Gavin Stephens sits down with Nichole Henderson, a registered psychotherapist (BA, SSW, MACP) and founder of Yellow Chair Therapy. Together, they dive into the realities of ADHD in adults—especially those who go undiagnosed for years. They explore the challenges of late diagnosis, how ADHD manifests differently in marginalized communities, and the urgent need for affordable mental health care.Tune in for an insightful and necessary conversation on mental health,

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S16E12: Capitalism isn’t natural

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2025/02/10

In this solo episode ofUncolonized, Gavin dives into the philosophy of Herbert Marcuse and how it connects to his real-life experiences with people who give off anuncanny valleyvibe. He unpacks how this mindset makes capitalism feel like the natural order, making it harder to see the system at play. Critical thought is dismissed, replaced with endless consumption—so how do we break free? Tune in for a deep dive into ideology, reality, and the struggle to think beyond the script.Here's the link to

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35:14

S16E11: Wicked, Capitalist Realism & Hollywood...

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2025/02/03

In this week's episode of Uncolonized, hosts Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant delve into the 2024 film Wicked, directed by Jon M. Chu.They critically examine the movie's political messaging, exploring how capitalist realism influences its portrayal of revolution. The discussion highlights the contrast between the film's narrative and the underlying economic ideologies it perpetuates. The hosts also analyze performances by Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda, considering how their

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37:19

In God We Trust

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2025/01/27

This week onUncolonized, Gavin & Daniel take a Canadian perspective on the incoming U.S. administration and the inauguration. How does this political shift impact the U.S., Canada, and the world? We break it all down and cut through the noise. Catch the full conversation, including our extended discussion, over on Patreon:patreon.com/theuncolonized. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S16E09: Hulk Hogan, Hyperreality & America’s Plutocracy

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2025/01/20

This week onUncolonized, it’s a solo episode with me, Gavin Stephens. In Part 1, I dive into WWE’s big move to Netflix, focusing on the reception of Hulk Hogan. I explore how Jean Baudrillard’s theory of hyperreality applies to Hogan and why he embodies America’s myth-making machine. I also share my evolving perspective on politics—shifting from the traditional left vs. right divide to a more directWorkers vs. Ownersframework.In Part 2 (available exclusively onPatreon), I continue the discussion,

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33:45

S16E8: The Assassination of a CEO and the Fight Over...

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2024/12/16

In Episode 8 of Season 16, Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant discuss the shocking assassination of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson by Luigi Mangione, a man many are calling a class hero. The duo unpacks the growing divide between those who see Luigi’s actions as a response to wealth inequality and liberals attempting to distract from systemic issues by labelling him simply as a murderer.From the role of corporate greed to the moral and political fallout, Gavin and Daniel break down what this event

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Episode Title: S16E7: How Social Media Fuels...

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2024/12/08

In Episode 7 of Season 16, hosts Gavin Stephens and Daniel Grant tackle the slow bleed of reality as social media continues to shape public discourse. They explore the alarming rise of far-right pipeline accounts using anti-immigrant, misogynist, and racist rhetoric to weaponize anger and spread dangerous ideologies.Gavin shares his recent experience falling into an Instagram rabbit hole after seeing a post criticizing a person begging while owning a cell phone, unpacking how such simplistic

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S16E6: Breaking Down Heretic – Hugh Grant’s Sinister...

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2024/12/02

This week on Uncolonized, we dive into the gripping thriller Heretic, starring Hugh Grant in a chilling performance as the diabolical Mr. Reed. Directed by Scott Beck and Bryan Woods, and featuring a talented cast including Sophie Thatcher, Chloe East, and Topher Grace, the film tells the story of two young missionaries who find themselves ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse after knocking on the wrong door.We discuss the film’s intense premise, standout performances, and how it explores

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S16E05 - So what now?

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2024/11/18

In this week’s episode of Uncolonized, we dive into the aftermath of the recent U.S. election and what it means for Canadians, as it looks like another four years of Trump may be on the horizon. We break down the ripple effects of Trump’s presidency on Canadian politics, the economy, and our collective social landscape. Is Canada as immune to the U.S. political climate as we like to think, or are we just as susceptible to the rise of far-right ideologies? Join us as we navigate the myth of Canadian

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S16E04 - Libertarians and their slavery metaphors

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2024/11/11

In Episode 4 of Uncolonized Season 16, Daniel and Gavin dive deep into the 2023 film Jones Plantation, an indie movie created by anarcho-capitalists that uses slavery as a metaphor for government oppression. But behind the "freedom" rhetoric lies a more insidious truth: the film’s creators seem to align with ideologies that ultimately favour the oppressor’s side, not the enslaved. We dissect how using slavery metaphors to promote anti-state, pro-capitalist agendas conveniently ignores the historical

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S16E03 - These MSG Rallies

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2024/11/04

Uncolonized Podcast Season 16, Episode 3: This week, Gavin and Daniel dive into a surreal yet unsettling event—Donald Trump’s recent rally at Madison Square Garden. Drawing parallels to the 1930s Nazi rally held in the same venue, they explore how the symbolism, spectacle, and tone feel eerily familiar. They also discuss Hulk Hogan’s peculiar speech and Tucker Carlson’s "white replacement theory, but the spotlight shines on Tony Hinchcliffe's bizarre “roast” at the rally. Tune in for a

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S16E02 - Immigrant anxiety

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2024/10/28

In this episode of Uncolonized, host Gavin Stephens dives into the heated topic of how immigrants are politicized as scapegoats in Western societies. From housing crises to public unrest, Gavin breaks down the systemic issues often buried under narratives blaming immigration, exploring events like the London riots and the myth of Western superiority. Join Gavin as he exposes the political tactics behind these narratives and argues for a more just perspective on immigration.Articles used:MSN Uk

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S16E01 - Are we even human any more?

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2024/10/21

This week, we looked at social media companies and the lack of autonomy in art and the world. We also discussed how renters are suffering from algorithms pricing them out of housing and how education has become impossible under surveillance capitalism.Here are some articles we looked atSurveillance capitalism in education, Teen Vogue:https://www.teenvogue.com/story/surveillance-education-spying-technology-schoolsMega Landlords & the A.I pricing scheme, Breach

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S15E10 - Sorry we're late

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2024/07/23

As the title says, we are late on this one. Life has happened so this season was a bit loose. However here we are with a new and final episode for season 15. We talked politics, pop culture and so much more, so please enjoy and thank you for supporting us. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S15E09: Doug Ford's selling off of Ontario (Part 1)

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2024/07/15

Gavin & Daniel are back with the penultimate episode of Season 15. There has been so much going on, especially in Ontario. Ontario Place closing, LCBO on strike, Doug Ford continuing his backroom deals. We had a lot to catch up on and we did in this first part of the episode. Check out the second on our Patreon:http://patreon.com/theuncolonized Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S15E08 - White journalist does blackface, thinks he...

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2024/06/17

This week Gavin is all by himself, and letting loose. Gavin discusses a bunch of current events including the Canadian journo who decided to write a book about racism while doing blackface. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S15E07- Why is Canada’s support for LGBTQ2 rights...

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2024/06/10

This week Daniel & Gavin discussed Canada's decline in support for the LGBTQ2 community based on a recent poll, and the general anger that seems to be very prevalent in the countryThe Global News poll showing declining support https://globalnews.ca/news/10538379/canada-lgbtq2-rights-poll/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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S15E06 - Kendrick Vs. Drake & the business of beef.

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2024/06/03

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S15E05 - Philosophy, physics and spirituality walk...

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2024/05/27

This week Morgan O Smith (Yinniergy, The Buzz) joins us to talk about the connections between Philosophy, Physics and spirituality. It's an intense and interesting look at life and politics. Morgan is the founder and creator of Yinnergy a meditation binaural beat technology.You can find Yinnergy here:https://yinnergy.gumroad.com/ You can follow Morgan here:https://linktr.ee/morganosmith

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