Mental Forays Into the Radical Center
This week we look at the history and evolution of political correctness, as well as the allegation that there are trillions of dollars that are missing or otherwise being “hidden” by the U.S. Government. Continue reading 03.19.19. Black Budgets and Missing Money
On this edition of Middle Theory, we look in-depth at the facts pertaining to Malaysia Airlines Flight 370, on the fifth anniversary of the plane’s disappearance. Continue reading 03.08.19. Five Years: Malaysia Airlines Flight 370
On this edition of Middle Theory, we offer commentary on the recent appearance of Alex Jones on Joe Rogan’s podcast, as well as the media event that became Michael Cohen’s testimony before Congress. Continue reading 03.02.19. Mixers and Fixers
This week on Middle Theory we address “manufactured controversies” in society, along with a conversation with Darren Grimes and Adam Loyal about their new “13 Questions” Podcast. Continue reading 02.24.19. Thirteen Questions: Steps to Self Improvement
This week, we look at Donald Trump’s recent declaration of a National Emergency, along with the precedent for the decision, and it’s possible implications. Continue reading 02.17.19. The United States of Emergency
This week, a scandal involving Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos and the “complexifier” of his Washington Post ownership leads to legitimate questions about the Amazon company’s deep-state associations. Continue reading 02.09.19. The Complexifier
This week on Middle Theory we are joined by atheist philosopher Keith Parsons and retired pastor Paris Donehoo for a sit-down conversation about finding common ground, and restoring common decency. Continue reading 01.30.19. The Philosopher, the Pastor, and the Podcaster
This week after fact-checking media coverage of contentious events in Washington, we are joined by Michael J. Thompson, co-editor of the book Anti-Science and the Assault on Democracy. Continue reading 01.24.19. Fake News, Anti-Science, and Democracy
This week we look at the history of government secrecy since the end of World War II, the reasons for it, and the role of the press and other organizations in promoting transparency. Continue reading 01.18.19. Secrecy and the Fourth Estate
This week on Middle Theory, we look at the details behind what has led to the longest U.S. government shutdown in history. Kicking things off this week, it’s been tough times for government employees, hundreds of thousands of whom haven’t Continue reading 01.12.19. Shutdown
On this first edition of Middle Theory for 2019, a rift is growing in the GOP, with vocal opposition to Donald Trump following an op-ed by newly elected Utah Senator Mitt Romney. Continue reading 01.05.19. GOP: Civil War
This week on Middle Theory, we look at Trump’s sudden decision to withdraw troops from Syria, and the resulting resignation of Defense Secretary Jim Mattis. Continue reading 12.22.18. Syria Withdrawal Syndrome