The boys drink and review Crowhill’s Extra Special Bitter, then discuss the philosophy of anarchism and how it’s different than anarchy.
Hobbes (see episode 487) believed that the life of man in the state of nature is so horrible that no matter how bad the sovereign is, he’s better off under the sovereign than not.
Anarchists take the opposite view — that men can and do cooperate, and we don’t need rulers to oppose their coercive authority on us.
P&C discuss the good aspects of anarchism, then point out some of its weaknesses.
The boys drink and review Gaelic Storm, an imperial red ale, then ask why, since “women’s rights” have made such great strides in recent decades, women are actually less happy?
According to the 2024 American Family Survey, liberal women are half as happy as conservative women.
There’s no greater currency in liberalhood than being a victim. Liberal women therefore feel better — that is, they feel worse — the more they can claim to be a victim.
What causes all this? Why was feminism such a horrible failure?
With special guest Longinus, Pigweed and Crowhill drink Senate beer, then discuss the impact and popularity of Vikings.
What drove the Vikings to set sail on their legendary raids? In this video, we explore the forces that pushed the Norse to leave their homelands in search of wealth, land, and glory. We begin with the infamous 793 AD raid on Lindisfarne, a brutal attack that shocked medieval Europe and marked the beginning of the Viking Age. Then, we dive into the fascinating possibility that Vikings reached North America centuries before Columbus, settling in Newfoundland at L’Anse aux Meadows. Finally, we examine how Viking history, mythology, and warrior culture continue to shape modern popular culture—from TV shows and video games to heavy metal and sports teams.
Join us as we separate fact from fiction and uncover the real story of the Vikings!
The boys drink and review one of Pigweed’s homebrews, then discuss the Anglo-Saxon poem Beowulf.
What makes Beowulf such a timeless epic? In this episode of Beer and Conversation with Pigweed and Crowhill, we dive into the legendary Old English poem, exploring its themes of heroism, honor, and the battle between good and evil.
We discuss Beowulf’s iconic fights with Grendel, Grendel’s mother, and the dragon—unpacking the deeper meanings behind these monstrous encounters. How does Beowulf reflect the values of warrior culture? What does it reveal about fate, leadership, and the tension between pagan and Christian worldviews?
Join us as we break down the literary significance of Beowulf, its historical context, and why it still resonates today.
📌 Topics Covered:
✅ The heroic code and the pursuit of glory
✅ Symbolism of Grendel, his mother, and the dragon
✅ Pagan vs. Christian themes in Beowulf
✅ Beowulf as a warrior-king: Strength vs. wisdom
✅ Why Beowulf remains a must-read
If you love epic literature, mythology, or deep dives into classic texts, this episode is for you!
P&C drink and review Nugget Nectar by Troegs, then (starting about 4:47) discuss the Department of Government Efficiency headed by Elon Musk.
The boys expected DOGE to be investigating and studying things until July of 2026. DOGE is supposed to be finding waste, fraud, abuse, and inefficiency, and it’s off to a mad start, kicking down doors and taking names right from the start.
So far, a handful of 20-somethings working for DOGE have found things that our professionals inspectors have missed.
One of the first casualties was USAID, which seems to be nothing more than a mechanism for politicians to pay off their cronies.
