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S5 · E15
Sunday · 11 min
I thought the video was AI generated. The devastating Nepal floods
On the morning of August 26th, 2026, tragedy struck along the Nepali-Chinese border. A massive deluge of mud and water raced into the Lende Khola at nearly 100 kilometers per hour and washed away everything in its path, including a port of entry,...
S5 · E14
Thursday · 17 min
Shift happens? Outlining the Mecca Agreement between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan
It’s official: Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan are on each other's team...on paper, anyway. In this episode, Dave and Gavin analyze what the new Mecca Joint Defense Agreement (the Mecca Agreement) between Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan means...
S5 · E13
August 24 · 11 min
You + random Fred’s Facebook argument = BIG $$$ for an Indonesian villager
Curious about where the fuel for an angry thread or flame war on social media begins? It’ll likely surprise you—like it did us! Meme and engagement farms are popping up in Indonesia, providing opportunities for locals to earn thanks to YOUR clicks...
S5 · E12
August 23 · 13 min
Does the US-South Korea alliance cool as Northeast Asia simmers?
In this episode, Dave and Gavin analyze and explore potential ramifications in South Korea (and in the region) due to the Ulchi Freedom Shield military exercises being abruptly shortened. Since his first term, President Trump has called out South...
S5 · E11
August 22 · 58 min
Run for office like you would a First Down: Sherman's run across Nevada's Second District
In this episode, Dave and Gavin welcome back Sherman Tylawsky, a friend and past guest from season 3 of On the Fringe. Sherman recently ran in the Republican Primary in Nevada’s Second District, covering the northern chunk of the state. He looks back...
S5 · E10
August 19 · 11 min
An overview of the migration crisis in Ceuta, a Spanish city in Africa
The Spanish city of Ceuta sits between the Rock of Gibraltar and a very hard place for tens of thousands of migrants. It now sits at the epicenter of a major geopolitical flash point between Spain, Morocco, the EU, and public opinion around the...
S5 · E9
August 16 · 39 min
A megaphone for the people's voices: Featuring Ramon Perez and Dan Williams
This week, Dave and Gav talk to Dan Williams, a contender in the Democratic primary for Florida’s 11th electoral district, and an old friend of the pod, Ramon Perez, the executive director of the Digital Democracy Project. Both guests present a...
S5 · E8
August 8 · 21 min
How American Idol can inspire political change and fight gerrymandering (feat. Tom Joseph)
Take a look at https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/map and you'll likely see gerrymandering amidst recent Congressional redistricting across the United States. In this episode, Dave and Gav sit down with Tom Joseph, an early tech entrepreneur...
S5 · E7
August 3 · 25 min
Prediction Markets are the next big thing in finance (feat. Andrew Lebbos, SVP of Benzinga)
Kalshi, the world's largest prediction market, is aiming to go public with a $40 billion valuation. And this move will likely shake up the entire finance industry if it comes to fruition. Dave and Gavin are joined by Andrew Lebbos, SVP of Licensing...
S5 · E6
July 26 · 20 min
Indonesia's ambitious program to feed millions of kids is a window into the country
In this episode, Dave and Gav dive into the Makanan Bergizi Gratis (MBG), pronounced as ‘em-bay-gay’ program. This program was launched by Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto in January 2025 to combat child malnutrition and spur economic...
S5 · E5
July 21 · 9 min
A sad tale about backpackers getting caught up in local problems in Southeast Asia
On November 13th 2024, a tragedy occurred in Vang Vieng, Laos. Six tourists from four countries lost their lives from unknowingly drinking methanol at a popular backpackers’ hostel. Fast forward a year and a half, and charges have been laid against...
S5 · E4
July 17 · 30 min
Voter equality is underrated: The state of open primaries in the United States (Feat. Chad Peace)
This week, Dave and Gavin, sit down with Chad Peace, the founder and President of IVC Media, and attorney for the IVP (Independent Voter Project). Chad is a prominent lawyer and activist who was a key part of the effort to pass Proposition 14, a...
S5 · E3
July 14 · 9 min
Is "insider trading" the secret ingredient to digital success on the music charts?
How does “Earrings,” a 2024 indie sleeper by Malcom Todd that nobody had ever heard of make it to No. 1 on the Spotify charts in 2026? Whatever the case, Spotify had to issue a mea culpa after Kalshi pointed out that bots programmed by some bad actors...
July 13 · 11 min
What Gavin and Spongebob have in common (Bonus Episode)
Before we recorded our planned episode yesterday, we spontaneously jumped into talking about driving, Korea, and North Korea. And now, I know why Gavin has never suggested renting a car. You’ll also hear a tidbit about why a Korean Driver’s license...
S5 · E2
July 9 · 14 min
Will Congress' solution to protect American kids from AI slop work?
This week on the pod, Dave and Gav get into it about the SAFE Kids Act and other pieces of legislation regarding AI chatbots, social media, and child safety which put the burden on companies and big tech. As legislators around the world play catch-up...
July 5 · 8 min
We came. We trained the locals. We got the hell out: The U.S. military's recent mission to Nigeria
Five months after the quiet announcement that American troops were being deployed in Nigeria to combat the local IS franchise, an even quieter announcement that the 200-ish deployment has already come to an end. The strategic aims apparently having...
July 3 · 4 min
A big thank you from Dave and Gavin as we come up on 2 years
Hello, On the Fringe Community! Here’s a quick thank you message as we wrap up season. We appreciate and enjoy your continued support—and we have more on the way! All the best from both of us, Dave + Gav
July 3 · 8 min
A mistaken identity...It's all in the name On the Fringe
Two people with uncommon names find out for the first time what it’s like having a common name + being confused for someone else. In the last couple of years, there have been several other On the Fringe podcasts that have come out. For the first time...
S4 · E30
June 26 · 9 min
Bears gone wild 2!
In this episode, Gav and Dave tackle the continuing problem of bear attacks in Japan by looking at a recent incident involving a smarter than average bear. As rural communities shrink and bears push into populated areas, especially in Tohoku, the...
S4 · E29
June 22 · 15 min
The Bishnoi gang is quietly squeezing Canada
Canada’s in a sticky situation…and, it’s not from maple syrup! In this episode, Dave and Gav look at the rise of the irrepressible Bishnoi Gang in Canada and what it says about the continuing evolution of transnational crime. They trace how a gang...

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