It seems as though President Trump is taking full advantage of his final weeks of being President of the United States. While our country is sick and experiencing record levels of unemployment, President Trump and Melania Trump are showing off their lavish new tennis courts and continuing to push for investigations in the 2020 election results.  In this episode, I give my take on the updated political events since the last episode. I dive into the story of how Cambridge Analytica allowed Russia to meddle into the 2016 Presidential Election, why I believe the Senate will approve cannabis at the federal level, and of course, who the Asshole of the Week is. Tune in to hear my message to Rudy Giuliani, why you need to add The Great Hack to your movie list, and my response to listener emails. In This Episode You Will Learn My message to Rudy Giuliani (3:15)About President Trump’s Mexico-border wall fund (18:16)How Cambridge Analytica involved Russia in the 2016 election (22:41)Why I think the Senate will approve cannabis at the federal level (34:22)My response to listener emails (51:36)Who the Asshole of the Week is (53:28)Resources Mentioned YouTube - The Scientist Pew Research Center - Reagan’s RecessionArticle - Exposing Russia’s Effort to Sow Discord OnlineThe Great HackYouTube - Trump Sees ‘No Reason’ Why Russia Would Meddle Article - 3 Valley Cities Ranked Least Educated Article - Trump Administration Diverts $3.8 Billion In Pentagon Funding To Border Wall    Let’s Connect! Email: [email protected] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

It’s been a few weeks since Joe Biden was voted the winner of the 2020 United States Presidential Election. The drama that has ensued since has hardly diminished, specifically regarding COVID-19 regulations and restrictions. In this episode, I dive deep into my perspective on the current political climate. Covering all topics from the updated COVID-19 restrictions, young Republican political candidates, the Proud Boy group, and the vaccine that we all have anxiously been waiting for, I don’t hold back on my opinions regarding each one. Tune in to learn why the new COVID-19 ordinances should not be made political, to hear clips of relevant political interviews, and my take on the tech industry overtaking old corporate culture. In This Episode You Will Learn: COVID-19 ordinances aren’t about politics, but about public health (4:13)My thoughts on inexperienced Republican candidates  (13:56)About the Proud Boy group and condemning white supremacy (31:55)About the tug of war between the tech industry and old corporate (43:17)My thoughts on the COVID-19 vaccine (54:22)My responses to listener emails (1:02:41)The Asshole of the Week (1:09:57)Resources Mentioned https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5GzXY902hbohttps://www.cnn.com/videos/us/2020/11/25/former-proud-boys-member-speaks-to-cnn-elle-reeve-ctn-pkg-vpx.cnnhttps://www.cdc.gov/nchs/nvss/vsrr/covid_weekly/index.htmhttps://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v%3DQ7_vdlq6jik&sa=D&ust=1606701614116000&usg=AOvVaw3SBqO3c4W3IQxJrlP6lE8oLet’s Connect! Email: [email protected] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The President Trump reality show continues! The deep political divide in the United States has been growing  throughout this election year, and the drama between the two groups is growing due to President Trump and his supporters believing that voter fraud has occurred. While last week’s episode was celebrating the new President-elect Joe Biden and his inspirational Vice President-elect Kamala Harris, this week unpacks all the political drama that has occured since election results have been finalized. President Trump has decided to not concede, has filed lawsuits against states, and is refusing to go through the transition process to prepare President-elect Joe Biden for his term. In this episode, I give my take on the post-election drama, explain why newly elected Senator Tommy Tuberville isn’t fit for the job, and I read and respond to various listener emails. In This Episode You Will Learn My take on the post-election drama (4:47)My responses to the listener emails I have received (9:07)Why President Trump can’t come back from the states that were flipped (14:47)About Alabama elected Senator Tommy Tuberville (20:52)Who the Asshole of the Week is (24:41)Resources Mentioned Greenlights by Matthew McConaughy The Dictator's Handbook Let’s Connect! Email: [email protected] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome back America! I am so excited to be able to say that Joe Biden and Kamala Harris are President-elect and Vice-President-elect of the United States!  I know I wasn’t the only one anxious and stressed during election week. While the results were close, Americans were brought together and voted for someone who they believe will be the best for the future of our democracy. While I’m among many across the globe that are over the moon with the results, I want to remind everyone that our COVID-19 cases are rising and we need to keep each other safe through social distancing. In this episode, I dive into my experience during the Presidential Election week and my rundown on the results. Tune in to hear my reflection on Trump’s presidency, why trust is learned through understanding, and my rundown on the economic timeline and regulation issues in the United States. In This Episode You Will Learn My rundown on the 2020 Presidential Election (2:43)My message to the future wannabe authoritarians (8:20)The relief I felt when Joe Biden was announced as President-elect (10:32)My explanation of Rudy Giuliani’s press conference during election week (15:20)Why Obama is not at fault for the economic recession in 2008 (20:00)Trump’s presidency’s impact (23:40)Why trust is learned through understanding (27:43)The timeline of economics and regulations in the United States (30:03)My message to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (40:02)Who the Asshole of the Week is (41:18)Let’s Connect! Email: [email protected] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The election for the next President of the United States is just around the corner and I am proud to say I have already cast my ballot. There have been record-breaking numbers for early voter turnout this year which shows the divide between parties and our country’s need for change. With the media covering the debates, rallies, and all political updates surrounding the candidates, it can be difficult to distinguish what media is credible to listen to and what is not. In today’s episode, I address the concept of ‘fake news’ and share my critical thinking methods that I use when watching and reading the news. I also dive into the problems within specific news outlets, give an in-depth comparison between communist country leaders and the United States, and top off the episode with an Asshole of the Week. Tune in to Episode 3 of the East West Grind podcast, to learn more! In This Episode You Will Learn Current differences in COVID19 cases across the United States (1:15)The record-breaking early voter turnout (2:49)My opinion on the conservative news (5:35)Why the Clinton’s aren’t criminals (8:12)Critical thinking skills when consuming the media (16:40)The “fake news” surrounding COVID19 (20:10)A comparison of communist countries vs. the United States (33:39)Why the United States needs to keep our Democratic allies (42:00)A story about retirement shenanigans (47:07)Who the Asshole of the Week is (49:16)Let’s Connect! [email protected] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The US Presidential elections are approaching at a fast pace, and who we vote for in November will determine if we go back to the old ways of operating our country or if we’re choosing progression. Four generations are voting in this election: the baby boomers, the Gen X people, the millennials, and the Gen Z’s. In today’s episode, I’m going to give my insights on all of these categories, and you’re going to hear why I believe the Gen X population’s choice will weigh tremendously on the final result. I am also going to pay my tribute to the late Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and provide my take on the LGBTQ acronym as a gay woman, and why I think we should keep it simple when it comes to identifying groups – so tune in to Episode 2 of East West Grind, to find out more about these topics! In this episode, you will learn:My take on the upcoming election. (01:05)The Rob Ford – Donald Trump connection. (08:11)Drug addictions in the US and how politicians are treated differently than the average Joe. (10:48)Trump’s business model. (20:04)The legacy of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. (22:25)My take on the LGBTQ label and community, as a gay woman. (25:28) Let’s Connect! [email protected] See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Welcome everyone! My name is Christine Silva and I am the host of the East West Grind podcast. I want to make this podcast your weekly outlet for recaps and discussions on what is going on in our society. I will focus on everything from the everyday grind to global scale issues. I pride myself on my knowledge and research throughout many industries and I can’t wait to share what I’m learning with you all. From interviews, sports, politics, and even the "Asshole of the Week”, I will cover it all. Tune in to Episode 1 of the East West Grind to meet me and learn my journey to starting a podcast!In This Episode, You Will Learn What the East West Grind podcast is about (2:47)Types of guests that will appear on the East West Grind (3:11)How I will include sports updates in upcoming episodes (7:51)How I will end the podcast with an “Asshole of the Week” winner (8:34)The idea for the East West Grind (9:34)Why I don’t like Jerry Falwell Jr. (10:32)Why I chose to start a podcast (14:55)Calling out both political parties (17:16)Let’s Connect! TwitterInstagramFacebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.