How Is This Better?

by COURIER

We're constantly bombarded by grifters who claim to have all the solutions. From Donald Trump promising to "make America great" to tech bros who say they're making the world a "better place." Akilah Hughes has had enough. She's finally asking...How Is This Better?

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32 episodes since 2025

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John Russell

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David Gilbert

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David Lucier

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Ashley Baron

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