Grafton Bears



In this episode of The Dark Corner, we cover the invasion of Grafton by Black Bears. Mainly, we source an article written by Patrick Blanchfield. The article collects material from a book by Matthew Hongoltz-Hetling. That is, we describe Libertarianism. For instance, we look at personal liberty. Also, we address deregulation. We feature a Dark Track. We play a promo. Finally, we shout out some friends.



Opening Banter



We open with some banter. Mainly, we address the results of the 2020 Election. Also, we criticize the national response to the COVID-19 pandemic.



The Dark Track



Retrograth submits the song, Crooked Fingers. Also, the song appears on the album, You Are Not Alone. Proceeds go to The Trevor Project. The Trevor Project helps LGBTQ+ youth.



Sawbones



Also, we promote fellow podcast, Sawbones. It features on the Maximum Fun network. Dr. Sydnee McElroy and her husband, Justin, produce the show. They take you on a marital tour through misguided medical history.



Grafton Bears



Primarily, we recount the story of Grafton, New Hampshire. That is, we follow steps that led to black bears invading the town. We talk about a confrontation with local residents. We show how anti-tax sentiment led to sweeping budget cuts. Moreover, we show how the cuts led to undesired consequences. We foreshadow the horrors to come. For instance, we meet an eccentric character early on. He embodies extreme Libertarian ideology. Furthermore, we explain the philosophy of Ayn Rand. We point out how easily it can be misapplied.



Shout Outs



Finally, we shout out a couple of friends. Dave shouts out new Twitter mutual, @sskeletonkeys. Meanwhile, Brandi shouts out Jessie Gender. She appeared on a recent episode of @InfiniteTrek.