Gadfly City

The Goofy Traveler Episode 1: The Invitation

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien) — Wed, 10 Jun 2026 02:30:00 +0000

In an era where cartoonish corporate villains have sprung to life across technology, healthcare, Wall Street and beyond, this tale presents an ordinary man walking the halls of a fictional company run by such a tycoon and creating a little mischief along the way. The eponymous character is a lifestyle columnist and this first volume involves his coverage of a corrupt pharmaceutical company. Follow him as he breaks bad, for good, after the outbreak of a new virus called the Sillies in The Goofy Traveler and the Silly Escapade.

Watch the video here: The Goofy Traveler Episode 1: The Invitation

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banne

UNCOVERING GOVERNMENT CORRUPTION AND WASTE

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas) — Sun, 7 Jun 2026 13:25:00 +0000

Gadfly City contributor Monica Cardenas and guest Michelle Kuppersmith, Executive Director of the Campaign for Accountability, discuss efforts to expose corruption, negligence, and unethical behavior in government and society.

Watch the video here: UNCOVERING GOVERNMENT CORRUPTION AND MISCONDUCT

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Music Credits:

Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

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WEIRD MIDWEST TRIVIA GAME SHOW

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien) — Fri, 5 Jun 2026 18:00:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City pod, we test your knowledge about the weird and rebel history of the Midwest United States — including culture, people, places, and events. The game has four rounds of five questions each with increasing point values. They are designed to test even the smartest Flies among you. Fly in and see how well you stack up! For instructions and answer sheets, click here: https://www.gadflycity.com/p/arcade-g...

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Watch the video here: American Rebel Series | Arcade Gadfly Trivia Night

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Music Credits:

Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Edward Scissorhands Rewind

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Lizabeth Yandel, Billy O'Brien) — Sat, 23 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Gadfly City hosts Lizabeth Yandel and Billy O'Brien rewind and talk about the movie Edward Scissorhands! They compare it to Tim Burton's other films. Then, Billy and Lizabeth go through all the weird bits of the movie. Finally, they discuss the iconic character that it created. Last Row Tickets: pop culture hot takes from the weird seats is a Gadfly City program.

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

What’s Up in Washington? | Monica Cardenas with Dick Polman

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas) — Wed, 20 May 2026 18:30:00 +0000

In this pod, Gadfly City host Monica Cardenas and veteran political journalist Dick Polman break down the latest news, political developments, and conversations flying out of Washington.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oXgqsiZDZtU

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Gadflies Through History: Joe vs. Lillian

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien) — Mon, 18 May 2026 00:15:00 +0000

This episode features a modern retelling of David and Goliath. However, the villain here was not gigantic, except for his ego, and the hero did not slay her foe with rocks, but with her words. The battle took place in Washington D.C. and starred one of its biggest bullies opposite one of Hollywood’s most controversial writers: Joe McCarthy vs. Lillian Hellman. The victory was decisive. Its legacy was formidable.

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

American Rebel Series | Arcade Gadfly Trivia Night

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien) — Sat, 16 May 2026 01:05:46 +0000

In this Gadfly City pod, we test your knowledge of legendary figures who challenged the establishment — including Frederick Douglass, Cesar Chavez, Nina Simone, and Harvey Milk. The game has four rounds of five questions each with increasing point values. They are designed to test even the smartest Flies among you. Fly in and see how well you stack up! For instructions and answer sheets, click here: https://www.gadflycity.com/p/arcade-g...

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Top 10 Greatest Movie Villains of All Time

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien, Lizabeth Yandel) — Fri, 15 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Gadfly City hosts Lizabeth Yandel and Billy O'Brien discuss the top 10 greatest movie villains of all time including Hannibal Lecter, The Joker, Norman Bates, Anton Chigurh, Lord Voldemort, Nurse Ratched, Hans Gruber, Michael Corleone, and more! Last Row Tickets: pop culture hot takes from the weird seats is a Gadfly City program.

Watch the video here: Top 10 Greatest Movie Villains of All Time | Last Row Tickets

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Consumer Scams, Inflation, Predators & Your Rights | Monica Cardenas with Ira Rheingold

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas) — Wed, 13 May 2026 17:40:00 +0000

In this pod, Gadfly City host Monica Cardenas sits down with Ira Rheingold, executive director of the National Association of Consumer Advocates (NACA), for a timely conversation about consumer rights, predatory business practices, and the fight to protect everyday people.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBMIYNg6c8Q&t=82s

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Music Credits:

Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

It's Time for Men to Step Up -- with Aaron Bos-Lun of Men4Choice

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas) — Sat, 9 May 2026 18:25:00 +0000

In this pod, Gadfly City host Monica Cardenas and guest Aaron Bos-Lun, executive director of Men4Choice, discuss reproductive and gender issues in the Supreme Court, Congress, and beyond.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2vXnSU8p7V8

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

ARCADE GADFLY: SCARY MOVIE TRIVIA

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien) — Fri, 8 May 2026 20:00:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City pod, we test your knowledge of the weirdest things about classic scary movies including Saw, Hostel, The Ring, and American Psycho.. The game has four rounds of five questions each with increasing point values. They are designed to test even the smartest Flies among you. Fly in and see how well you stack up! For instructions and answer sheets, click here: https://www.gadflycity.com/p/arcade-g...

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

ROCK & ROLL MOVIE REVIEW: DIG! XX

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien, Lizabeth Yandel) — Thu, 7 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Gadfly City hosts Lizabeth Yandel and Billy O'Brien discuss the rock and roll doc, DIG! XX, featuring the Dandy Warhols and The Brian Jonestown Massacre as they journey through the music industry. Last Row Tickets: pop culture hot takes from the weird seats is a Gadfly City program.

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Fixing the Supreme Court with Gabe Roth

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas) — Sat, 2 May 2026 04:00:00 +0000

In this pod, Gadfly City host Monica Cardenas and guest Gabe Roth, Executive Director of Fix the Court, discuss the most recent Supreme Court term as well as reform efforts that might fix the highest Court in the land.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/rbUVQIyyC18?si=lLd6UcasVBNpUPoa

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

ARCADE GADFLY: MICHAEL JACKSON TRIVIA

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien) — Fri, 1 May 2026 19:16:39 +0000

In this Gadfly City pod, we test your knowledge of the weirdest things about the King of Pop: Michael Jackson. The game has four rounds of five questions each with increasing point values. They are designed to test even the smartest Flies among you. Fly in and see how well you stack up! For instructions and answer sheets, click here: https://www.gadflycity.com/p/arcade-g...

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Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/gSNE_Jc9qB0?si=X_G99fRGZEs6yTY2

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Last Row Tickets to the King of Pop

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien, Lizabeth Yandel) — Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:25:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City pod, Billy O'Brien and Lizabeth Yandel discuss the new Michael Jackson biopic film. Then, they draft from his 10 most successful songs and see who chose the best ones.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NkqL7R3Bkzs&t=2188s

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Last Row Tickets - It’s All Gonna Break Documentary Review

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Gadfly City) — Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:00:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City live video, hosts Lizabeth Yandel and Billy O'Brien, who share their favorite weird things about the documentary It's All Gonna Break, featuring Canada's wonderful indie band Broken Social Scene.

Last Row Tickets: pop culture hot takes from the weird seats is a Gadfly City program.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XYyS0X8z5yM

Gadfly City Presents is a production of Gadfly City, an online magazine that publishes stories that highlight disruption and the rebel side of society. You’ll find all of these shows and games on our Substack and YouTube channel as well

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

The Swalwell Saga and What It Tells Us About The Democrats' Moral Compass

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas, Dick Polman) — Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:30:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City live video, Monica Cardenas and guest Dick Polman discuss the fallout and implications of the recent controversy involving former California representative and gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell and allegations of gross sexual misconduct as well as other improprieties.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/OPEeAXYpkeU?si=8lyBoyPzhtyl5vXc

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

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Last Row Tickets - Back To The Future Rewind

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Lizabeth Yandel, Billy O'Brien) — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City live video, hosts Lizabeth Yandel and Billy O'Brien share their favorite weird things about the iconic movie Back to the Future. Last Row Tickets is a pop culture live show featuring hot takes from the weird seats.

Watch the video here: https://youtu.be/M8vImbQtaPo?t=124

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Arcade Gadfly Game Show - April 4, 2026

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Billy O'Brien) — Thu, 9 Apr 2026 04:00:00 +0000

Arcade Gadfly, our weekly trivia game, premiered on Apr 4, 2026. This is an abbreviated audio-only version of the first game in the series.

The game features four rounds of five questions each, with increasing point values. They are designed to challenge even the smartest Flies among you. Fly in and see how you compare!

For instructions and answer sheets, visit our website at gadflycity.com. | Note: Everyone can watch, but only paid subscribers can play.

Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWFAI6yQoH8&t=2s

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Albatross by Roie Shpigler

Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

Reviewing Supreme Court Birthright Citizenship Case

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas, Billy O'Brien) — Wed, 8 Apr 2026 15:00:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City live video, Monica Cardenas and Billy O'Brien, founding editor of Gadfly City, discuss the Supreme Court case on birthright citizenship -- BARBARA V. TRUMP -- and the implications of the discussion for the final decision in the case.

Watch the video here: https://www.gadflycity.com/p/reviewing-barbara-v-trump-supreme

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Music Credits: Albatross by Roie Shpigler & Human-Short Version by Rex Banner

All That's Wrong Inside The Manosphere

INFO@GADFLYCITY.COM (Monica Cardenas, Staci Wilson) — Sat, 4 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0000

In this Gadfly City live video, Monica Cardenas and Staci Wilson discuss the new Netflix documentary: Louis Theroux: Inside the Manosphere. They explore the themes of the film, the way Theroux handled the subject matter, and the problems that the film highlighted but ultimately failed to effectively investigate.

Watch the video here: https://gadflycity.substack.com/p/all-thats-wrong-inside-the-manosphere

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Music Credits: Albatross by Roie Shpigler & Human-Short Version by Rex Banner