Season 1 Finale: Tough Questions

Season 1 Finale: Tough Questions

Host Eli Dale closes Season 1 of With All Due Respect, explains the shift to seasonal releases and a guest-driven format, and previews the story-style history episodes coming in Season 2. He responds to listener comments on Black History Month, Mormon politics, gender equality, social media’s effects (the “mouse paradise” experiment), personal safety advice, and Federal to local budgeting, tying these conversations to broader social and historical themes.

When the Lost Cause Became Modern Conservatism

This episode examines the mindset of the Confederacy and its leaders—Jefferson Davis, Robert E. Lee and others—tracing how states' rights, economic interests, and religious justifications sustained slavery and shaped postwar conservative thought. Hosted by Eli Dale, the episode blends historical research and personal reflection to explore the moral, legal, and cultural legacies of the Civil War and how those legacies continue to influence American politics and identity.

Lenin & Stalin: Birth of the Soviet Mind

This episode examines the psychology and rise of the Soviet Union, tracing Lenin’s radicalization, the Bolshevik revolution, and Stalin’s brutal consolidation of power. We look at key events, policies, and how the USSR diverged from Marx’s original vision—mixing idealism, authoritarian control, and the human cost of building a new state.

Fever Dreams: Kennedy, the Cost of Wealth, the Reality of Feminism

Host Eli Dale returns after a break to tackle listener questions on taxes, sharing analysis of Bernie Sanders's net-worth proposals and historical U.S. tax rates (including Kennedy-era policy) to clarify misconceptions about who gets taxed and why. The episode also examines modern gendered violence statistics and debates around feminism, arguing for evidence-based conversation rather than fear-driven narratives. Brief personal updates, a look ahead to the next episode on Lenin and Stalin, and reflections on American political and economic history round out the show.

Dating in 2025: Why Men Are Opting Out

Host Eli Dale and guest Hayden dive into modern dating in 2025, debating whether it’s worth falling in love or starting relationships amid social media, hookup culture, and shifting expectations. They cover performative dating, fear of emotional risk, communication and commitment issues, the top “icks” women name, and practical advice to focus on self-improvement, boundaries, and realistic expectations.