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In episode 374 of R2 Cents, we break down The Economist’s 2026 cover, escalating war language, digital system glitches, and the growing influence of billionaire-led narratives. From a mysterious Mexico glitch at 11:11 PM on November 11th, to the cultural collapse of Andrew Tate’s “Top G” persona, this episode looks at how messaging, power, and perception are shifting in real time.

We also examine MrBeast’s evolution from creator to institutional-aligned figure, questioning when philanthropy becomes influence laundering, and why modern brainwashing no longer comes from traditional media.

All that, plus sarcasm, pattern recognition, and the reminder that none of this is normal.

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This week we dive deep into how the Matrix creator became yet another Hollywood casualty, pressured into a life change. Then we go full static—literally. Can you really light your stove with static shock? We talk nosy neighbors getting what they deserve, a man who trained actual sharks to obey commands, and an eating contest where no hands are allowed—just pure chaos.

Plus, a 1950s ad tells women to be housewives (because of course it does), Warren Buffet saves two bucks on breakfast like the stock market depends on it, and the government might be sending robotic flies to spy on political debates (seriously). We even dig up proof that the Fruit of the Loom cornucopia did exist. This episode is a buffet of truth, weirdness, and hard stares at the mainstream.

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In this episode, I read the hate mail so you don’t have to. I respond to the angry IG comments I got after telling Black folks to stop living in victim mode and calling out the delusional trans dog mentality (yes, that’s a real thing apparently). I try not to scream—but no promises. Let’s talk personal accountability, mental gymnastics, and why some people think barking is identity expression. It’s not hate—it’s called common sense.

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