Live Event in NYC Thursday May 14 - Revolutions

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Podcast Summary: Revolutions — Live Event in NYC Announcement (April 28, 2026)

Episode Overview

In this brief update episode of Revolutions, host Mike Duncan shares exciting news about an upcoming live event in New York City, hosted in collaboration with the "Know Your Enemy" podcast hosts, Matt Sittman and Sam Adler-Bell. The main theme centers on the live event's focus: "the decline and fall of empires." Mike also offers updates on his recent activities, encourages listeners to engage with his latest podcast appearance elsewhere, and promises more updates soon regarding future podcast and book projects.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

Announcement of NYC Live Event
- Mike breaks his period of radio silence to invite listeners to an upcoming live show.
- Details:
  - Date: Thursday, May 14
  - Time: 7:00 PM
  - Venue: New York Society for Ethical Culture
  - Co-hosts: Matt Sittman and Sam Adler-Bell (“Know Your Enemy” podcast)
- Central topic of the event: The decline and fall of empires.
Urgency for Tickets
- Mike emphasizes that tickets are "going super fast," advising listeners to act quickly if interested.
Recent Media Appearance
- Mike plugs his recent appearance on the "American Friction" podcast, where he discusses “friction in America”.
Upcoming Updates
- Briefly mentions future announcements regarding:
  - The Revolutions podcast’s direction and schedule
  - His current book project
- Invites event attendees to ask about these topics in person.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On Spring and Renewal

"Hello friends. I know I've been radio silent for a while, but spring is here and it's time to come back to life."
— Mike Duncan (00:00)
On the Live Event

"We're all going to be together on stage at the New York Society for Ethical Culture on Thursday, May 14 at 7pm to talk about what else but the decline and fall of empires."
— Mike Duncan (00:18)
Encouragement to Act Quickly

"Their tickets are limited... please do act as soon as you hear this if you want to come."
— Mike Duncan (00:29)
Open Invitation for Questions

"If you come on May 14, you can ask me about it directly."
— Mike Duncan (00:46)

Important Segments & Timestamps

00:00 – 00:10 — Personal greeting and acknowledgment of hiatus
00:11 – 00:30 — Announcement and details of the NYC live event
00:31 – 00:40 — Urgency around ticket availability
00:41 – 00:52 — Mention of recent podcast appearance and promise of more news
00:53 – 01:05 — Invitation to ask questions in person at the event

Overall Tone

Mike Duncan maintains his signature friendly, informal, and slightly self-deprecating tone. The update is conversational and welcoming, aimed at re-engaging his loyal listener base with opportunities for in-person interaction and participation.

Summary for Listeners:
This update primarily serves as a call-out for Revolutions fans to join Mike Duncan in New York City for a unique live discussion about the perennial theme of empires collapsing. Listeners are encouraged to secure tickets quickly, listen to Mike’s recent media appearance, and stay tuned for further announcements about podcast and book endeavors. Fans will have a chance for direct Q&A at the live event.

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[00:01]
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Hello friends. I know I've been radio silent for a while, but spring is here and it's time to come back to life. In a few weeks, I will be in New York City for an evening with the Know youw Enemy podcast boys, Matt Sittman and Sam Adler Bell. We're all going to be together on stage at the New York Society for Ethical culture on Thursday, May 14 at 7pm to talk about what else but the decline and fall of empires. That again, is Thursday, May 14th at 7pm I will put a link to get tickets in the show notes. They'll they are going super fast though, so please do act as soon as you hear this if you want to come because their tickets are limited. And in the meantime I will put a link in the notes to an appearance I just did on the American Friction podcast talking about, well, friction in America. So please do enjoy that and I will also, I promise soon have updates on the status of the podcast and the status of the book, you know, where we're off to next, etc. And if you come on May 14, you can ask me about it directly. So please do go get tickets right now for the show on May 14 if you want to come and I will see you there.