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Beau of The Fifth Column

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Howdy there, internet people. I'll be providing commentary on and context to today's events through the filter of common sense.
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Episodes

Research Road EP 48

This episode of Research Road covers recent science and tech news, including developments in space, climate, health, and archaeology. The main segment delves into the history and current scientific understanding of the hypothetical Planet X or Planet Nine. Finally, listener questions are answered, discussing topics like Elon Musk, AI voice generation, and historical scientific discoveries.

Jun 18, 2025•11 min

Let's talk about Trump, bunkers, Iran, and meters....

This episode discusses speculation surrounding Trump's return from the G7 meeting and potential military action against Iran, focusing on a deep nuclear facility. It examines the capabilities and limitations of the GBU-57 "Bunker Buster" weapon against this specific target. The host emphasizes the critical need to define clear military objectives, confirmation methods, and exit strategies before engaging in conflict.

Jun 18, 2025•5 min

Let's talk about Trump, a loss, and a conservative judge....

Judge William Young, an 84-year-old Reagan appointee with 40 years on the bench, blocked Trump's proposed NIH cuts, issuing a scathing order. He found the policy represented "palpable" racial discrimination and discrimination against the LGBTQ+ community, directly challenging the administration to provide evidence otherwise. Beau expects the Trump administration will appeal the ruling, and the judge intends to write a thorough opinion detailing his findings.

Jun 18, 2025•4 min
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