The Phileas Club

Here we are! This is the first evolution of the new format: we're going from "Patrick talks" to "Patrick talks, but also you sometimes get 'letters' from different people around the world telling you what's happening in their corner of the planet".There won't necessarily be contributor segments for every episode, but I do hope it will be a very regular occurrence. I think it's a really good way to get a bit more of the spirit that makes this show special, and I hope you enjoy it too. :)And this week I'm incredibly thankful to welcome John from Australia and Paul from Canada (short bios just below). Many many many thanks to both. Many thanks also to Bruce, who's being kind enough to help me out with production.And if you're interested in becoming a contributor like John and Paul, please feel free to fill out this form:➡️➡️ https://forms.gle/KJdRRqh4ngERAu7G7 ⬅️⬅️Oh and we are going with a generic / symbolic greeting with "Hey Phileas" as an opener. I explain why I think it works in my segment. I also talk about how Thunderbolts and super heroes and not so super heroes relate to our current... situation. No spoilers, I promise.Have a lovely week end, and talk to you soon.--PatrickI'm on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/Contributors:Patrick does podcasts for a living and hails from France (and often Finland) with his wonderful wife and two kids.John was born in Melbourne, Australia, let's face it, an ever-increasing long time ago. His childhood saw him moving between the UK, Melbourne and Sydney.He initially pursued a career in sound (a highlight from this era was mastering Metallica's legendary Black Album (for its cassette release (though he usually doesn't mention that bit)). He later switched gears, studying archaeology and then IT/Programming, which launched a successful tech career. He remains a lifelong musician, currently playing with the band Monkeyskin (monkeyskin.au), and is a loving husband and father of four.Paul was born in Winnipeg Manitoba, and moved to Calgary Alberta at the age of 14. He has now lived in Alberta for almost 30 years. He am a father of 2, a 13 year old boy and a 10 year old girl. He has been married for 17 years. He enjoys PC gaming and summer outdoor activities like Cycling and running.

Hey all, the sun is out, it's a good day! (right?)Today I focus on how the EU is reacting to .... *waves hands around*, and how we could actually be heading towards the least bad outcome.Also, if you'd like to become a contributor to the show, please fill out this form: https://forms.gle/KJdRRqh4ngERAu7G7Much love,--PatrickI'm on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/

Hey y'all, here's what's on the menu today:The leader of the far right in France being sentenced to "ineligibility".The Trump tariffs... but only tangentially. I actually talk about being "measured".Have a lovely weekend, and talk to you next time.--PatrickI'm on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/

Hey all, three topics today!The show format (and the "weekly letter from a friend in France" option).Local News: what LFI did now (and why I seem to fixate on them).Int'l News: the US department of education and whether he's a Russian plant.Hope you enjoy it! (can we even say that about this show??? :D )Much love, talk soon.--PatrickSupport the show on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClubI'm on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/The Phileas Club 181 - We're not *completely* insane

Hey all, so this is the show after the Zelensky debacle in the oval office.... ... ...Guess what we're talking about!!Also I discuss a couple of minor other things, like the way the show could evolve going forwards question mark question mark question mark.--PatrickSupport the show on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClubI'm on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/The Phileas Club 180 - America World Police Forever

Hey all. I'm pretty defeated... I guess you can hear that in my voice. But I try not to let that affect me too much, there's podcasts to record.Today I discuss the feedback from last episode, AI initiatives and Nutriscore in France, and our concerns about the Trump / Russia deal in progress.I hope (against hope) that you get something out of this!--PatrickSupport the show on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClubI'm on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/The Phileas Club 179 - The House is Burning and I'm Rearranging Plates

Hey I'm back! And swearing! Maybe a bit too much. But it is an hour long show, so maybe the rate of expletives is acceptable.So what's on the menu today? Well, after a 10 minutes introduction I go on to talk about the situation in the US (mostly in incomprehensible rantings), and the I explain why all of this is your fault. Mostly it has to do with wokes being obnoxious and trust in government being eroded by populists and media (and everyone in America if we're being honest). Is it ok if I put a smiley here?Anyway, I hope you enjoy it, but most of all I hope it makes some sense.Let me know what you think.--PatrickSupport the show on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ThePhileasClubI'm on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/

Alright, let's do this!First episode of the new format for the show.I talk about right wing podcast influencers, the political situation in France, and American influence campaigns.Also, let me know if I can swear. :DPatrick on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/notpatrick.comCome chat on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/--Patrick

Hey, how are you still here?? Well, I'm thankful. I've been thinking I could do something with the show.Let me tell you a bit more, and if you have feedback let me know on Discord: https://notpatrick.com/discord/Much love--Patrick