Family Business

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  • Résumé

  • Join us as we document our journey from the very beginning of starting a podcast from scratch. Family Business is for curious minds and is hosted by the Ruggiero family – youngest brother Alex, his two older brothers Ed and Chris, their father Pas. Each episode is a blend of personal updates, political insights, conspiracy theories, tech, and cultural commentary. The Ruggieros navigate through the intricacies of modern life, providing a mix of humour, critical thinking and a unique blend of viewpoints that only a close-knit family can provide. Enjoy.

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Épisodes
  • 005 6 or 7?
    Jan 15 2025

    The conversation delves into various pressing political and economic issues, including the upcoming British elections, the implications of the BRICS alliance, and the looming financial crisis. The discussion also touches on geopolitical tensions, the role of media in shaping public perception, and the evolution of political commentary, particularly focusing on Russell Brand's shift in views. The dialogue culminates in a reflection on morality, religion, and societal values, emphasizing the importance of individual beliefs and the impact of indoctrination. In this episode, the Ruggiero family discusses the cyclical nature of institutions and their tendency towards corruption, particularly in the context of political discourse surrounding Trump and Biden. They explore the impact of political memes, the left's approach to discourse, and the role of activism in shaping narratives. The conversation also touches on media bias, current events, and the controversial approval of cricket protein in food, highlighting the absurdities and challenges within modern politics.

    Chapters

    00:00 Political Current Affairs: The British Election
    00:46 Potential Changes in the UK Government and Constitutional Reforms
    04:08 Challenges in the Financial System and Unsustainable Debt
    08:54 Concerns about War with Russia and Strategic Presence
    12:04 Credibility of Russell Brand and the Importance of Questioning Information
    19:06 The Role of Trust and the Need for Personal Research
    24:55 Influence of Indoctrination and the Importance of Open-Mindedness
    36:05 Exploring the Idea of Life as a Simulation and Perspectives on Religion
    36:24 Religion and Personal Peace
    38:23 Corruption within Religious Institutions
    39:05 The Pitfalls of Political Discourse
    49:03 Questioning Media Bias: The Case of the BBC
    01:00:26 Trump Watch: An Interesting Session Ahead
    01:02:01 The Debate: A Chance to Get Rid of Biden?
    01:09:50 The Low Success Rate of Government Initiatives
    01:11:48 Cricket Protein: A Hidden Ingredient in Food
    01:16:56 The Importance of Transparency in Labeling

    🔥 Follow us on Instagram for updates 👉 @familybusiness.insta

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    1 h et 18 min
  • 004 G 6.5
    Jul 25 2024

    In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss the launch of their podcast and their plans for promoting it. They also share their personal wins and challenges. The main themes include podcast launch preparation, marketing strategies, and personal updates. The conversation covers various topics including the quality of video, inviting Katie Hopkins on the podcast, the G7 summit, the possibility of Trump going to prison, the impact of China on the global economy, and the potential for another pandemic. There is also discussion about the manipulation of the election process and the challenges faced by China's economy. The conversation ends with speculation about the future of American politics and the potential for social unrest. In this part of the conversation, the discussion revolves around the banning of Donald Trump from social media platforms, Elon Musk's $56 billion bonus package, and the potential collaboration between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. They also touch on the topic of UK politics, including the Reform Party's popularity and the lack of conservatism in the Conservative Party. The conversation in this part focuses on the themes of government incompetence, fraud, and the need for conservative principles. The participants discuss how government actions are often driven by malicious intent rather than incompetence. They express disappointment in the conservative party and its failure to uphold conservative principles. The conversation also touches on the problems with the National Health Service (NHS) and the bloated bureaucracy within the government. They highlight the need for smaller government, free market capitalism, and less interference in people's lives. The participants also discuss the potential of their podcast and the importance of keeping the episodes concise and focused.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Podcast Launch Preparation
    40:39 - The G7 Summit and Global Impact
    41:15 - Speculation about Trump Going to Prison
    46:45 - China's Role in the Global Economy
    49:38 - The Potential for Another Pandemic
    52:46 - Manipulation of the Election Process
    01:12:08 - The Ban on Donald Trump and Elon Musk's Bonus Package
    01:15:32 - Speculation on Collaboration Between Elon Musk and Donald Trump
    01:20:42 The Rise of the Reform Party and the Lack of Conservatism
    01:36:18 - The Malicious Intent Behind Government Actions
    01:37:17 - The Disappointment in the Conservative Party
    01:40:01 - The Problems with the National Health Service (NHS)
    01:43:18 - The Need for Smaller Government and Free Market Capitalism
    01:53:00 - The Potential of the Podcast

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    1 h et 10 min
  • 003 We're Still in 1983
    Jul 25 2024

    The conversation starts with a discussion about lag in the conversation due to virtual communication. They then discuss the logistics of recording the podcast, including the duration, tech setup, and launch strategy. They also talk about the possibility of getting ranked highly in podcast categories and the importance of getting 200 downloads in the first 24 hours. They briefly mention personal events such as weddings and birthdays. They discuss the structure of the podcast, including introductions, catch-up sessions, and highlighting topics. They also mention winning awards and the potential for leveraging those awards for sponsorship. Overall, the conversation covers topics related to podcasting, personal events, and future plans. In this part of the conversation, the Ruggiero family discusses their recent experiences and interests. They talk about a boat trip, reading books, the effectiveness of reading and listening to audiobooks simultaneously, and the challenges of the personal development industry. They also touch on the legal issues surrounding AI-generated voices and the potential for AI avatars. The conversation concludes with a brief mention of current affairs, including Nigel Farage's involvement in the French snap election and the possibility of British and French troops being on the ground in Ukraine. The conversation covers various topics including the possibility of war with Russia, stocking up on supplies, the state of the Trump administration, and the COVID-19 vaccine. The main themes include geopolitical tensions, personal preparedness, political developments, and the impact of COVID-19. The conversation highlights the need for critical thinking and multiple sources of information. In this final part of the conversation, the discussion revolves around the reliability of news sources and the possibility of election manipulation. The participants share their strategies for staying informed, including listening to the BBC and researching opposing viewpoints. They also discuss the Watergate scandal and the theory that it was a CIA operation. The conversation concludes with a discussion about the upcoming election and the potential for Trump to win if he survives until November 6th.

    Chapters

    00:00 - Dealing with Lag in Virtual Communication
    02:10 - Logistics of Podcast Recording
    03:27 - Strategies for Launching a Podcast
    06:44 - Personal Events and Podcast Recording
    10:59 - Structuring the Podcast
    14:08 - Leveraging Awards for Publicity and Sponsorship
    21:02 - Boat Trip and Reading Books
    22:15 - The Benefits of Reading and Listening to Audiobooks
    27:17 - Challenges in the Personal Development Industry
    38:08 - The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy
    40:25 - AI-Generated Voices and Avatars
    47:30 - Current Affairs: Nigel Farage and Troop Speculation
    48:35 - Geopolitical Tensions and the Possibility of War
    50:59 - Personal Preparedness in Uncertain Times
    57:06 - The Trump Administration and Political Developments
    01:03:36 - Controversies Surrounding the COVID-19 Vaccine
    01:14:37 - The Importance of Critical Thinking and Multiple Sources
    01:19:46 - The Reliability of News Sources
    01:21:47 - The Watergate Scandal and CIA Involvement
    01:27:02 - Election Manipulation and the 2020 Election
    01:31:54 - The Need for Accountability and Investigation

    🔥 Follow us on Instagram for updates 👉 @familybusiness.insta

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    1 h et 36 min

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