Hero or Dick - S4., Ep. 7 - America at 250

Hero or Dick - S4., Ep. 7 - America at 250

America turns 250 soon, and instead of uncomplicated pride, we found questions. We talk patriotism, propaganda, immigration, inequality, surveillance, AI, and the cost of “progress” in modern America. From 1776 to today, we look at the country’s biggest achievements, failures, contradictions, and myths—then ask the only question that matters: hero or dick? As always, thanks for listening! ~ Kate & KJ

Hero or dick - S4., Ep. 6 - Mary Todd Lincoln

Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick! This time around, we take a look at Mary Todd Lincoln. From early loss to life in the White House, we get into what people still argue about: the spending, the behavior, the grief, and the need for control. Laudanum, trauma, and a bad reputation—do these point to a misunderstood hero, or a selfish dick? Tune in to find out! Thanks for listening! ~ Kate & KJ

Hero or Dick - S4., Ep. 5 - Vegas

Las Vegas sells the same promise to everyone: step into the lights, forget your life, let chance take over. We trace how that illusion was built—from desert outpost to gambling hub to mob-financed Strip—backed by the numbers people argue about: visitors, rooms, revenue, constant reinvention. Then we get honest about what it is now: expensive, engineered, nothing truly free. Hero in moderation or a Dick at scale? Tune in and find out! ~ Kate & KJ

Hero or Dick - S4., Ep. 4 - The Chimp Whisperer, Jane Goodall

Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick! In this one, we talk about Jane Goodall, the outsider who changed how we see animals and, whether we like it or not, ourselves. Chimps don’t just climb and stare. They make tools, hunt, form alliances, and sometimes go to war.  If you care about animals, climate, or how science actually works, this one’s for you. Thanks for listening! ~ Kate & KJ

Hero or Dick - S4., Ep. 3 - The Winter Olympics

Welcome to another episode of Hero or Dick!  This time around, we jump from local happenings (shout out to Alpena, MI!) to a fast, funny, and frank tour of the Winter Olympics: how the Games are organized, who gets to compete, what the sports actually demand, and why hosting can be both a pride play and a headache. Between curling rocks and ski suit controversies, we land on a simple verdict: the Games bring people together when we need it most. Thanks for your continued support! ~ Kate & KJ