The Phileas Club

The Phileas Club

Author: NotPatrick Language: English Episodes: 100
Every week, The Phileas Club gathers a panel of guests from different corners of the globe to tear apart the headlines. This isn't a dry recitation of events; it's a living room conversation that spans continents. You'll hear firsthand accounts of what's actually dominating the discourse in their home countries-from serious political shifts and cultural debates to the bizarre local story that's captured everyone's attention. Hosted by NotPatrick, the discussions are as unpredictable as the news itself, often weaving between insightful analysis and lighthearted, silly tangents. The result is a unique lens on current affairs, where international perspectives collide, sometimes with heat, always with a human touch. By focusing on the people behind the news, this podcast transforms global understanding from a concept into a series of compelling, relatable dialogues. It’s for anyone who finds traditional news coverage too distant and wants to feel the texture of what's happening elsewhere, served through genuine conversation and occasional friendly chaos. Tune in to hear the world argue, explain, and laugh its way through another week.
Episodes
What I think about when it's too much [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 31:58
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…
We're not *completely* insane [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:37
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…
America World Police Forever [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:17
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 quest…
The House is Burning and I'm Rearranging Plates [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:59
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 Nutriscor…
The Phileas Club 178 - I'd Rather Have That Than Nothing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 58:46
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 si…
The Phileas Club 177 - (a version of) The Show is Back! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:44
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. :DPat…
I might bring the show back! Sorta. Not really. [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 6:42
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 lov…
The Phileas Club 176 - Going on a Hiatus [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 15:30
On this episode:I explain why the show is going on a hiatusLinks:😎 Support the show at patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! 😎Theme by Daniel Beja (@misterdanielb / YouTube).Comments and more at frenchspin.com (article for this ep…
The Phileas Club 175 – France, Italy and Malaysia walk into a podcast [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:06:13
On this episode:Italy: Patrick Zaki released in EgyptMalaysia: Najib Razak judged guilty on seven countsFrance: Eric Zemmour announces his candidacyAnd more !Links:Pegasus Project – Special Report (English)Pegasus Projec…
The Phileas Club 174 – The Pandemic and the Rittenhouse Trial [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:34:10
On this episode:COVID: The Fifth WaveFirst female prime minister in SwedenReelection of the mayor of MinneapolisThe Rittenhouse trial, and priviledgeAnd more!Links:😎 Support the show at patreon.com/ThePhileasClub! 😎Theme…