Two Guys in Search of an Argument

Episode 2 - The Janina Dialogues

Continuing our series of conversations during the pandemic we welcome Janine from Downer's Grove, Illinois. She is a long-time friend of Shelly and Peggy who is known for her willingness to discuss topics that others might shy away from, in particular, her own vagina. The three friends engage in a discussion of Janine's vagina and vaginas in general and related matters with minimal interruptions by John and Jim. Before they enter into that part of the conversation, Janine discusses her work at the University of Chicago with Dr. Maria Lucia Madariaga and how it pertains to the COVID virus. There is also reminiscence from everyone (except Jim) about times past when they all lived and worked in Chicago (except Jim) and how their friendship developed over the years (except Jim). To make up for the fact that he is relatively quiet throughout the episode Jim overcompensates by pontificating incessantly during his recommendations for ten non-fiction books. Subscribe to our new podcast on your favorite service. This feed is going away soon! Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-search-of-an-argument/id1513478332] Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=533788] Google Podcasts [https://play.google.com/music/m/Igmojtu4vptgzyo7ftql26p63fy?t=Two_Guys_in_Search_of_an_Argument] Overcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/overcast-podcast-player/id888422857?ls=1&mt=8] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0fkCHvsp2Poa6JInuotPMH?si=aFvQCFjBTUyAHKrNNSlp5Q]

Episode 1 - Cold Opening

In the first episode under the new title, a cold opening is attempted. With help from a famous voice out of the past, the Gang of Four tries to get in synch, but the results are not quite perfect. John Heintz explains about the new title and what it means (and what it does not mean). That segues into a discussion of the value of “opinion” v. the value of “facts.” That discussion segues into a broader discussion regarding trust in government in general and the performance of government during the current crisis in particular. That in turn becomes a Trump discussion (as all discussions seem to have become over the past four years). New ground is broken when the possibility is raised of a Trump supporter appearing on the podcast. (If there are any Trump supporters listening, get in touch. This could be your chance for instant fame.) Jim Gentile introduces some factual comparisons of the current epidemic to the influenza outbreak of 1918 and John actually praises him and Jim becomes even more insufferable. Peggy and Shelly provide some interesting personal updates regarding their work and all four make recommendations [https://www.insearchofanargument.com/recommendations]. Subscribe to our show on your favorite service. Apple Podcasts [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/in-search-of-an-argument/id1513478332] Stitcher [https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=533788] Google Podcasts [https://play.google.com/music/m/Igmojtu4vptgzyo7ftql26p63fy?t=Two_Guys_in_Search_of_an_Argument] Overcast [https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/overcast-podcast-player/id888422857?ls=1&mt=8] Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/0fkCHvsp2Poa6JInuotPMH?si=aFvQCFjBTUyAHKrNNSlp5Q]

Episode 66 - The Easter Bunny is on Lockdown

The newest in our series of episodes in reaction to the effects of the ongoing pandemic was recorded four weeks into the current crisis. We present additional feedback from listeners, reflections by the hosts about the events of the past month, and, in particular, some long-awaited input from Peggy Bennett about her experiences as a health care worker. Included in the discussion is a long colloquy between John and Jim over how to interpret current events and what is the appropriate way to view the future. Also, and unrelated to the current crisis please watch the documentary, "The Definition Of Insanity", a production sponsored in part by the Matthew Harris Ornstein Foundation. The link to the trailer is here. [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xoqD3AhjS6M.] More Free Coronavirus coverage at the New York Times [https://www.nytimes.com/] Support us! [http://patreon.com/twoguysinsearch] Send an audio or written comments to twoguysinsearch@gmail.com [twoguysinsearch@gmail.com]. See all our recommendations here. [/recommendations]

Episode 65 - Coronavirus 2 Part 2

This is a continuation of the previous episode which includes additional voice memos from some of our friends and listeners regarding their experiences during the current crisis. The five questions we asked people to answer are: 1. Do you know anyone personally who is confirmed to be infected by the virus? 2. How are you personally dealing with the crisis on a day-to-day basis? 3. What is the biggest negative effect of the crisis on you personally so far? 4. Is there any positive side effect for you personally as a result of the crisis? 5. What do you recommend to read, watch, or listen to, in order to help get through the crisis? MORE Free Coronavirus coverage at the New York Times [https://www.nytimes.com/] Support us! [http://patreon.com/twoguysinsearch] Send an audio or written comment to twoguysinsearch@gmail.com [twoguysinsearch@gmail.com]. See all our recommendations here. [/recommendations]

Episode 64 - Coronavirus 2 Part 1

The Gang of Four solicited voice memos from several of our friends and listeners regarding their experiences during the current crisis. This is part one of two parts listening and reacting to the voices of some of the people who are sharing this unique and frightening moment in history. The five questions we asked people to answer are: 1. Do you know anyone personally who is confirmed to be infected by the virus? 2. How are you personally dealing with the crisis on a day-to-day basis? 3. What is the biggest negative effect of the crisis on you personally so far? 4. Is there any positive side effect for you personally as a result of the crisis? 5. What do you recommend to read, watch, or listen to, in order to help get through the crisis? MORE Free Coronavirus coverage at the New York Times [https://www.nytimes.com/] Support us! [http://patreon.com/twoguysinsearch] Send an audio or written comment to twoguysinsearch@gmail.com [twoguysinsearch@gmail.com]. See all our recommendations here. [/recommendations]