Badlands Book Club

CannCon and Ashe in America continue their deep dive into The Fourth Turning, this time unpacking Chapter 5’s exploration of generational cycles and historical rhythms. They discuss how crime, substance abuse, and cultural trends rise and fall across awakenings, unravelings, and crises, and why today’s fentanyl epidemic may not fit neatly into past patterns. The hosts wrestle with questions about technology, propaganda, and whether elites exploit these cycles to manipulate society, connecting insights from Bernays to modern AI. They trace turning points from the Civil War through World War II to today, examining anomalies in history and the potential for another global reorganization in our time. With humor, personal anecdotes, and sharp analysis, this episode blends book study with big-picture reflections on America’s past, present, and future. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Scales Gear https://badlandsmedia.tv/scales Promo Code: BADLANDS • Pet Club 24/7 https://badlandsmedia.tv/PetClub • Soft Disclosure https://SoftDisclosure.com Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

CannCon and Ashe in America continue their deep dive into Strauss and Howe’s The Fourth Turning, unpacking Chapter 4 with insight, humor, and plenty of historical parallels. From Mount Rushmore’s symbolic generational archetypes to the Renaissance, Reformation, and the birth of America’s cyclical patterns, the hosts explore how prophets, nomads, heroes, and artists shape history in repeating turnings. They connect past awakenings, crises, and unravelings to today’s cultural and political landscape, drawing out lessons on institutions, family, society, and the rhythm of generational change. With lively banter, sponsor shout-outs, and even a few tangents about smoothies, protein shakes, and pets, this episode blends serious discussion with the community vibe that makes Badlands Book Club a listener favorite. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Scales Gear https://badlandsmedia.tv/scales Promo Code: BADLANDS • Vanman https://BadlandsMedia.tv/Vanman • Soft Disclosure https://SoftDisclosure.com Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

CannCon and Ashe in America dive back into The Fourth Turning with Part 2 of Chapter 3, unpacking Strauss and Howe’s generational theory and its implications for America’s current cycle. They explore how recurring patterns of crisis and renewal shape history, drawing connections between past turnings and the challenges unfolding today. The discussion highlights the traits of each generation, how these archetypes interact during pivotal moments, and why understanding the cycles is key to anticipating what comes next. With sharp analysis and thoughtful commentary, the hosts make complex historical patterns engaging and relevant to the present moment. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Vanman https://BadlandsMedia.tv/Vanman • Loaded Gun Coffee https://badlandsmedia.tv/loaded Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

CannCon and Ashe in America wrap up Letters to Trump with a lively discussion of the epilogue, sharing their final reflections on the collection and its mix of personal anecdotes, political history, and cultural commentary. They revisit memorable letters from the book, draw connections to current events, and explore how Trump’s relationships, both political and personal, have shaped his public persona. The hosts balance humor with insight, offering candid takes on the personalities featured, the behind-the-scenes stories revealed, and what these letters say about influence, loyalty, and legacy. It’s a fitting close to the series that has blended literature, politics, and a dash of Badlands banter. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • My Fireside https://BadlandsMedia.tv/Fire • Loaded Gun Coffee https://badlandsmedia.tv/loaded Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

In Episode 20 of Badlands Book Club, CannCon and Ashe in America begin their deep dive into The Fourth Turning by William Strauss and Neil Howe, kicking off with Chapter 2: "Winter Comes Again." This foundational chapter introduces the core concept of cyclical generational dynamics shaping American history. The hosts explore the idea that history doesn’t just progress, it turns, predictably, through recurring cycles of growth, unraveling, crisis, and rebirth. Drawing parallels to current events, CannCon and Ashe reflect on the cultural and institutional signs that suggest we are deep into a Fourth Turning, a period of upheaval and transformation. This episode lays the groundwork for understanding how the past informs the present, and how we might navigate the season ahead. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • All Good https://badlandsmedia.tv/allgood Promo Code Badlands • Loaded Gun Coffee https://badlandsmedia.tv/loaded Promo Code: BADLANDS Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

In Episode 19 of Badlands Book Club, CannCon and Ashe in America crack open The Fourth Turning by William Strauss and Neil Howe, beginning with the book’s Preface and Chapter 1. They react to the authors’ 1997 framing of an impending American crisis, a bold prediction that feels startlingly accurate nearly three decades later. Ashe and CannCon reflect on the difference between linear and cyclical views of history, the rise and fall of institutions, and the prophetic tone Strauss and Howe set from page one. With a blend of curiosity, humor, and grounded skepticism, the hosts begin laying the foundation for what promises to be a powerful and timely read-along of this generational classic. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • River BTC https://badlandsmedia.tv/River • Trezor Crypto Wallet https://badlandsmedia.tv/trezor Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

In this episode of Badlands Book Club, Ashe in America and CannCon tackle Chapter 7 of Overruled, where Gorsuch and Nitze dissect the blurred lines between Congress, the executive branch, and the ever-expanding regulatory state. Ashe breaks down how Congress has increasingly outsourced lawmaking to unelected bureaucrats, creating an alphabet soup of agencies that operate outside traditional checks and balances. CannCon raises the question of accountability, especially as courts defer to agency interpretations in the absence of clear laws. They explore how political cowardice and convenience have allowed regulatory bodies to become the de facto lawmakers of the land, with little regard for voter input or constitutional limits. With personal anecdotes, sharp legal observations, and timely parallels to current political dynamics, Ashe and CannCon spotlight how the separation of powers has eroded, and what it will take to rein it back in. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Loaded Gun Coffee https://badlandsmedia.tv/loaded Promo Code: BADLANDS • Pet Club 24/7 https://badlandsmedia.tv/PetClub • River BTC https://badlandsmedia.tv/River Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

In this episode of Badlands Book Club, CannCon and Ashe in America explore Chapter 6 of Overruled by Justice Neil Gorsuch and Janie Nitze, delving into the tension between ordered liberty and oppressive regulation. They highlight stories of ordinary Americans, foster parents sidelined over faith, hair braiders and eyebrow threaders crushed by arbitrary licensing laws, and recovering addicts devastated by pandemic isolation. The reading underscores how overreaching rules, from cosmetology mandates to emergency COVID edicts, systematically erode community bonds and self-reliance. The hosts reflect on the paradox of laws meant to protect freedom but increasingly used to control dissent, shut down small businesses, and undermine civic trust. Drawing connections to modern ideological warfare and the deliberate centralization of authority, they share frustrations and cautionary lessons. The conversation closes with a call to reclaim sovereignty by resisting demoralization, defending the right to associate, and standing firm against bureaucratic overreach. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Leave a Badlands Boost: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • BlocktrustIRA Receive up to $2,500 in bonus crypto by visiting http://badlandscrypto.com • Conscious Strength https://BadlandsMedia.tv/Blue Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

In this episode, Ashe in America and CannCon continue their deep dive into Overruled, focusing exclusively on Chapter 5, “The Forgotten Americans.” The reading unpacks how America’s sprawling regulatory state punishes the poor, religious minorities, and small businesses while favoring entrenched corporate interests. Listeners hear the story of Amish families in Minnesota forced into years of litigation over septic system mandates that violated their faith, and the monks of St. Joseph Abbey, who battled Louisiana regulators just to sell handmade caskets. The discussion draws striking parallels to today’s economic landscape, where overregulation crushes small farmers and fishermen, fueling consolidation and dependency. Ashe and CannCon reflect on James Madison’s warnings about endless laws eroding liberty and fairness, and explore how COVID-19 policies accelerated these dynamics, destroying thousands of small businesses while enriching mega-corporations. They close by brainstorming the next book selection and encouraging the audience to suggest titles, all while sharing plenty of banter about the absurdities of modern compliance culture and the unintended consequences of bureaucratic control. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Donation to this Show: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • SafeStreets Home Security https://getsafestreets.com/badlands • Vanman https://BadlandsMedia.tv/Vanman Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon

In this episode of Badlands Book Club, CannCon and Ashe in America tackle Chapter 4 of Overruled by Justice Neil Gorsuch and Janie Nitze, titled “Sword of Damocles.” The hosts dive into the story of racing legend Bobby Unser, who survived a deadly snowstorm only to be charged as a federal criminal for straying onto protected land. They explore how this case, and dozens like it, illustrate the explosive growth of federal criminal law, the erosion of mens rea standards, and the weaponization of vague regulations. Ashe and CannCon highlight shocking examples of ordinary Americans criminalized for minor infractions, from orchid collectors to schoolchildren charged over harmless pranks. The conversation also touches on the Supreme Court’s weakening of the rule of lenity, the explosion of plea bargains replacing jury trials, and the unchecked power of bureaucracies to write laws ordinary citizens can’t even locate, let alone understand. Drawing parallels to the January 6 prosecutions, they warn about a justice system that has become an engine of coercion rather than accountability. This is a sobering, detailed look at the hidden architecture of modern tyranny, one regulation at a time. Tuesdays at 6:00 PM ET Episode Archive: https://rumble.com/playlists/ZZsAwOeskfI Join Brian and Ashe every week, going chapter by chapter through some of what we consider to be essential 'based' readings. Donation to this Show: https://badlandsmedia.tv/boost Sponsored by: • Loaded Gun Coffee https://badlandsmedia.tv/loaded Promo Code: BADLANDS • Rise Attire Badlands https://badlandsmedia.tv/rise Merch: https://badlandsmedia.tv/merch Follow & Support Badlands Media: https://linktr.ee/badlandsmediatv Our Daily Schedule: https://badlandsmedia.tv/schedule GART: Tickets/Information https://badlandsmedia.tv/events Interested in promoting your business? ads.badlandsmedia@proton.me Badlands Book Club is: CannCon: https://twitter.com/CannConActual https://truthsocial.com/@CannCon Ashe in America: https://twitter.com/AsheinAmerica https://truthsocial.com/@asheinamerica #AsheInAmerica #Canncon