Attitude with Arnie Arnesen

This is a panel discussion that includes: Arnie Arnesen, Bill Curry, Dave Levinthal Stephen Pimpare, Egberto Willies.Topics:Failure of MAHA: note the problems in the food that Americans consume, because of reduced checks by regulatory agencies.Trump's rant about voter fraud is itself a fraud, no proof, but intended use is to limit voting.ICE killings.The shadow docket used by the Supreme Court.Eugenics, as envisioned by Stephen MillerRed boxing by candidates' campaigns.The Constitution is now irrelevant, since SCOTUS ignores it.The time for incremental changes has passed. Only drastic changes can save the democracy. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Dancing to the end of love," Leonard Cohen, 2010

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas.we discuss the political situation in Texas. The shooting death in Houston has caused much anxiety. Weather in Texas is becoming more intense. Election for Senate is a looming big event.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Ryan Cooper.We discuss the problems of health, since the dismantling of many health agencies, and the strange attitude of RFK jr. around health threats in the US. The screw worm problem will hurt beef ranchers, the measles epidemic continues to grow, and other diseases caused by amoebas and insects continue to become more prevalent and indicate huge public health threats. WNHNFM.ORG production

Part 1:We talk with Brett DeJager, asst. Prof. of Counseling, Rehab, and Human Services at U. of Wisconsin, Stout.We discuss the us of Artificial Intelligence in schools, and how this affects students learning.Part 2:We talk with David Gans, Director, Human and Civil Rights and Citizenship Program at the Constitutional Accountability Center.We discuss the ICE shootings in Maine and Texas. We note that 46.1 % of Houston's population is Latino. The Supreme Court has tacitly approved the persecution of non-whites, thus is complicit in this murder.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Alex Sammon, feature writer for Slate.We discuss the increasing use of surveillance in the lives of US residents. The most interesting aspect now is surveillance of customers, with the presumption of massive "organized retail crime" supposedly being committed. The numbers don't hold up.Part 2:We talk with Mark Sappenfield, writer for the Christian Science Monitor.We discuss the difference in the way that sports are introduced to children, and how sports are used in different countries. The contrast between the approach used in the US vs. the approach used in Norway is glaring. The outcomes in how people react to this is enormous in terms of satisfaction and happiness measured in these two countries. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols, Executive Editor, The Nation.We discuss Lindsey Graham, his life and politics. We also note how his life mirrors the change in the Republican Party.Part 2:We talk with Susan Randolph, Associate Professor Emerita, Economics, U. of ConnecticutWe discuss how US residents are worse off than residents of other nations, though the US is a rich country. We discuss the reasons, and the metrics used to measure "national wealth".  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

This is a panel discussion with the following participants: Adam Finkel, Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Bill ScherThe topics we cover:Shooting by ICE in HoustonPlatner's campaign is stopped due to accusations of rapeSCOTUS missteps, and rulings that contradict the ConstitutionTerm limits for SCOTUS membersAccusations of communism by Trump WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "I'll Stand by You"

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas.We discuss the shooting of an undocumented resident of Houston by ICE.We discuss Ken Paxton's illegal votes, when voting from his 'love next' location.We discuss the unpopularity of massive data centers planed for Texas, and Gov. Abbott's vocal disclaimers, after giving them economic and political support.The attacks on Talarico by the Republicans.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson.We discuss the ongoing Iran war, which appears to be a 'forever war' now. There is not trust for the US any more among other nations: too many promises have been broken.We discuss Rahm Emanuel's remarks in Israel, critical of the path that Israel is pursuing in Gaza, Lebanon, and the rest of the Mideast.We briefly discuss Graham Platner's campaign implosion. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1: We talk with Michael Tomasky, editor of The New Republic.We discuss his novel, "Killing Baby Hitler."We also discuss how the middle class in the US has been eroded by the Republican party with their policies. What should Democrats do?Part 2:We talk with Jesse Wegman, a senior fellow with the Office of the President at the Brennan Center.We discuss the importance of one of the original Founders, James Wilson, and his ideas, which varied from the prevailing ideas of government role and responsibilities at the time of the formation of the US. Most of the Founders were rich men who expected the government to serve them, rather than the populace at large. Wilson's ideas were different.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls, " John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Whitney Curry Wimbish, staff writer for the American Prosppect.We discuss the Platner scandal in Maine.We also discuss how transit systems collect information about passengers. These systems share data with Palantir, and with ICE. The danger is to anyone who is a transit rider.Part 2:We talk with Ken Morales, who writes for ProPublica.We discuss how the Supreme Court has increased the use of the shadow docket to make decisions that they do not justify or even discuss. These decisions ignore standing laws and precedents, thus ignoring the Constitution. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Katrina Vanden Heuve, National Editor and Publisher, The Nation.We discuss the nomination of the City of Minneapolis for the Nobel Peace Prize.We also discuss the protests against AI data centers, and use of social media. Truth is expensive.Part 2:We talk with Matt Gardner, of the Institute on Taxation and Economic Policy (ITEP), a non partisan think tank.We discuss how Musk, through DOGE, has defunded the IRS, thus saving himself billions. The IRS now has fewer employees, and less money to pursue high income tax cheats. Lower income taxpayers are more likely to be audited and pursued, since they are easier targets, having fewer resources to defend themselves. The very rich will get away with cheating on their taxes. For example, SpaceX is claiming a $300 Million tax break with for questionable reasons that will likely not be challenged. There are more gray areas in corporate tax law than in consumer tax laws that can be exploited to the advantage of the very rich.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

This is a pane discussion that includes Felipe De La Hoz, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Egberto Willies.The topics:The roots of Trump and trumpism.The framers of the Constitution. What was their goal and intent? Recall that they were all rich white men.What accountability was actually written into the document?The excommunication of the Pius X group from Catholics.The tole of the media.The Declaration of Independence cites the right of revolution.Is reality up for debate? WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1: We talk with Matt Angle, principal of Angle Strategies, Inc.. He is a consultant forAmerica Votes. He is the director of theTexas Democratic Trustand founded a PAC, theLone Star Project. We discuss the upcoming senatorial election in Texas, pitting Talarico against Paxton. Part 2: We talk with Bill Curry and Jamie Rowen. Bill Currywas a Connecticut state senator, comptroller and two time Democratic nominee for governor who served as Counselor to the President in the Clinton White House. He has written for Salon, the Daily Beast, the HuffingtonPost and the HartfordCourant and has provided commentary on National Public Radio, MSNBC and many other news outlets. Jamie Rowenis a professor of Legal Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and the founding director ofUMass' Center for Justice, Law, and Societies. We discuss the upcoming celebrations as designed by Trump in Washington, D.C. We also discuss Trump's goal of eliminating mail-in votes for future elections.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols, Executive Editor, The Nation.We discuss the recent primary elections in Colorado, and across the country, where the sympathies and votes are going to progressives.Part 2:We talk with Jeet Heer, of The Nation magazine.We discuss the Colorado electoral races. We also note that the electorate is eager for change.We also discuss Musk. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Kelcie Mosely-Morris, who covers reproductive rights for Stateline.We discuss how the administration has defunded the main efforts to prevent teen pregnancies through HHS. Efforts appear to have been successful, with the number of teen pregnancies down from previous years. The substitution strategy proposed consists of stressing waiting until marriage, and referrals to "crisis pregnancy centers" which are anti-abortion tools.Part 2:We talk with Ira Shapiro, who has co-edited a book which examines the effects of Trump's "big beautiful bill". This extreme legislation is hurting many people, who now realize that they did not vote for this.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas.We discuss the Democratic Convention held in Texas. We talk about the speeches, the audience, and the reception to speeches.We also talk about Texas politics, especially how the Texas Legislature is managed.Part 2:We talk with Amy Littlefield.WE discuss the landscape for women after the Dobbs decision. Many women have died as a result of lack of medical treatment because of the fear of violating vague abortion laws that penalize treatment for complications of pregnancy. Most deaths occurred among poor women and women of color. Many women were already mothers, thus leaving orphans as a result. WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion that covers many topics.- The US Supreme Court is 'making up' laws, and has become itself unlawful.- Harsh immigration rulings to fit the white supremacist vision for the US- Extreme gun-right ruling- The Constitution is inadequate, and should be rewritten. SCOTUS is not following it, and it is being ignored- Disagreements within the Democratic party at a critical point in US historyAIPAC and its undue influence in the US WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Wake up People"

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of The Quorum Report in Texas.We discuss Texas mid-term election primaries, and the campaigns of the Democratic candidates, and the Republican candidates. We also discuss topics that the party meetings were considering.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson.We discuss what messaging the Democratic Party should be doing in light of the midterm elections coming up. What results should Democrats be delivering to voters? We also discuss Trump's apparent dementia signs.WHNHFM.ORG production

Part 1:We talk with Thomas Neuburger, author of numerous articles, and "God's Spies', a novel.We discuss the effects of AI on everyone's lives. we also discuss the role of fiction, and how it affects reality.Part 2:We talk with Clay Wirestone,  Editorial Editor at the Kansas Reflector. We discuss elections in Kansas, changes that the Republicans have proposed to elections to ensure that power stays with Republicans.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Dr.Esteban Santis, Director of Research, Florida Policy Institute.We discuss the proposed, and up for a vote, the Florida property tax proposal, to cut property taxes for property owners. This would remove at least $12B from local government funding. No solution has been offered how to offset this loss to funding for necessary services, such as schools, sanitation, etc. No revenue replacement has been proposed.Part 2:We talk with David Sirota, founder and editor-in-chief o "The Lever".We discuss the vote before the people of California, to tax billionaires in California at the rate of 5% for all assets over $1B. This is a one-time tax, and the proceeds would fund medical coverage for 3M people in California, who have lost coverage due to federal cuts. This kind of tax could be a precursor in other states.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "No Kings in America"

Part 1:We talk with Dillon Amaya, Climate Scientist, Asst Prof. at NC State UniversityWe discuss the predictions being made for this year's El Nino, the cyclical climate event that drives weather globe-wide. We look at the predictions for this year, when El Nino will be super-charged.Part 2:We talk with Amy LIttlefield, who is the abortion access correspondent at The Nation and a freelanceinvestigative reporter who focuses on the intersection of religionand health care. She is the author ofKillers of Roe,a real-life whodunit on the death of abortion rights.We discuss a conference she recently attended, which was sponsored by TP USA.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls,"  John Prine

This is a panel discussion with many topics:- Disagreement between Meloni of Italy and Trump- Science and medicine denial in military. Vaccines downplayed, and military personnel now getting sick- US military bases in the Middle East have been attacked by Iran, and prove more vulnerable than believed, at what cost?- The consequences of Trump's war failure, and cost to Americans- Going back to what was the state of US before Trump no longer possible, change must be RADICAL WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Chris Tomlinson, about Texas.We discuss SpaceX and how Elon Musk has combined multiple companies, as a way to use other people's money to enrich himself.Part 2:We talk with Ryan Cooper and Bill Curry.We discuss the reported end to the war with Iran, and what it means for the US.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Michael Tomasky, Editor, The New Republic.We discuss Billionaires, and the effect this has on the US economy, and the world economy. Money is a direct threat to democracy.Part 2:We talk with Jeet Heer, National affairs correspondent for The Nation.We discuss teh Iran war. We discuss the Israeli role in the war.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

art 1:We talk with John Nichols, Executive Editor, The Nation.We discuss the status of health care in the US. We also talk about the wealth inequality in the US.A topic of great interest is the us of AI, and how it is affecting all our lives.Part 2:We talk with Alan Zibel, Research Director of Public Citizen's Corporate Presidency Project.We discuss Trump's corruption, and how this permeates all levels of government. We also discuss Trump's takeover of "Freedom 250", a stand-in for "America 250," which was set up by Congress to plan for the US 250th anniversary. Trump has turned "Freedom 250" into another opportunity to grift for himself and his friends.WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "No kings in America'

Part 1:We talk with Elizabeth Spiers, Digital Media Strategist.We discuss the establishment of "Christian Charter Communities" in the US. These are communities aimed at the far right christians who want to sociopathically hoard their wealth, and live apart from ordinary people..Part 2:We talk with Dylan Gyauch-Lewis, Senior Researcher at the Revolving Door Project.We discuss the "Abundance Network", a group of people who are wealthy, and believe that elitism is a positive force in society. They believe that, even though they inherited wealth, they are better, smarter, and more deserving than anyone else.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "No kings in America"

This is a panel discussion.We talk with our panel about the lack of progress toward a true end to the Iran war. Trump is unable to disentangle the US. The actions of the Israelis continue in Gaza and Lebanon, bombings and assassinations of civilians.US credibility in the world is now destroyed, and we are a 'hegemon nation'. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Masters of War", Bob Dylan

Part 1:We talk with Joe Pappalardo, reporter in the SW US.We discuss the water crisis in Corpus Christi, Texas, and surrounding areas during drought conditions, and during industrial development there. While industry requires more and more water, less is available to the general population. This has caused some conflicts.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Robert Hockett about the objects and purposes of technological developments, and who benefits. We also discuss how actually pays. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Sara Estap, economist writing for the American Progress.We discuss the importance of women's work, and how now employed women outnumber employed men. No investment is being made into women, to the detriment of the ecnonomy.Part 2:We talk with Caroline LIght.We discuss how the 'stand your ground' laws are applied in the US. These laws are apparently not valid for trans people, non-whites, and women. THEY are not considered as having a right to defend themselves. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Jeremy Kohler, who writes for ProPublica.We discuss the case of a Duluth, Mn. Old Apostolic church, and the sexual assaults perpetrated by members against children. Within this sect, once a perpetrator has been 'forgiven', no reports are made of this crime, and those who DO report the crime are considered not eligible for heaven.Part 2:We talk with Dana Nuccitelli, an environmental scientist and climate journalist.We discuss the changes in the use of coal and other polluting sources of energy worldwide. These are declining, although not as quickly in the US. Population changes, and the use of green sources of energy have led to these changes. This has benefited China greatly, and China is now an exporter of green energy products, including solar panels and EVs.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Jasper Craven, freelance reporter covering men and the military.We discuss how 'manhood' and 'masculinity' is defined, often by the kinds of characteristics that are attributed to military personnel. Elite power-holders attribute these to themselves, even if they have never served.Part 2:We talk with Melvin Goodman, Senior Fellow at the Center for International Policy and Professor of Government at Johns Hopkins.We discuss the office of the Director of National Intelligence, and how it is not truly effective in intelligence gathering or intelligence operations, and why it should be abolished. We also discuss the Democratic Party 'Autopsy' of the last election cycle. We also discuss the US support for Israel's abuses in the Middle East.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Prine

This is a panel discussion with participants: Dave Levinthal, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal, Jamie RowenPart 1:We discuss Republican 'moment of silence' for Derek Chauvin.- Stock trading by members of Congress and Senate- Trump's revenge tour-The US military is out of money-Pulte as Security Chief to replace Tusli Gabbard2.- Number o f jobs this quarter is higher, but QUALITY of jobs is poor: wages are too low to keep up with the rising cost of living- Increase in personal debt in US-WIC funds cut- ICE budget raised-The "Cease Fire" in Iran does not- really exist- discussion of polymarket gambling- AI as a war on workers- Platner in Maine WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic:  "That's how empires fall," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Jon Rosenthal, candidate for Texas Railroad Commissioner.We discuss the position of RR Commissioner, and hot affects development in Texas, because this Commission controls oil and gas development, along with any renewables, such as wind power.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry.We discuss Trump's 'accomplishments' during this second term in office. What benefits have working people gained? What have they lost? Farm bankruptcies are at an all time high. Deportations are rising. Tariffs have raised prices. The Iran war has caused oil prices to rise, with no end in sight, etc.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire fails",  John Prine 

Part 1:We talk with Laura Belin, publisher of 'Bleeding Heartland' in Iowa.We discuss the Iowa primaries. The state seems to be slowly moving away from Trump. Trump's endorsed congressional candidate did not win.Part 2:We talk with Sophie Hills about the California primary elections. This includes the primary to choose candidates for mayor of Los Angeles. We discuss the campaign methods of the candidates, and the outcome. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic; "That's how every empire falls," John Prine 

Part 1:We talk with Scott C. Ratzan, MD, MPA, MA. We discuss the need for accurate health communication, and quality health information.Part 2:We talk with Timothy Noah, staff writer for The New Republic.We discuss how the National Labor Relations Board has been decimated, and no longer protects workers and unions. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Sophie Hills, reporter for the Christian Science Monitor.We discuss how the use of AI tools has affected the mayoral race in Los Angeles. These have enabled a new kind of 'campaign' which allows an influencer, not an official campaigner to shape perceptions about the candidates. This avoids the candidate to raise a great deal of money, with "no" connection to the influencer. Spencer Pratt has been successful with this strategy, which he can keep separate from his campaign.Part 2:We talk with Bryce Cristiano, journalist who writes about Phoenix AZ and the environmental issues affecting the city and surroundings.We discuss the problem of Phoenix's pavements, including parking spaces. There are 12.2 parking spaces in Phoenix, about 3 for each resident. The heat that is generated and trapped by these paved areas is creating heat islands. There has been a rise in heat deaths, whose number now exceeds the murder rate. In addition, water runoff is polluting ground water, and causing floods due to non-absorption during the rainy season. As the city grows, the issues multiply. What can/should be done? WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "I'm Easy", Keith Carradine  

This is a panel discussion with our guests: Bill Curry, Robert Hennely, Laura Jedeed, Stephen PimparePart 1:We talk about the people who desire to leave the US. The numbers are higher than in previous years, and women are more likely to want to leave.We discuss the actions of ICE at Delaney Hall, in NJ. The private prison run by the GEO Group is refusing oversight by local officials. Those incarcerated now are on hunger strikes and striking against mandatory forced labor.So far 17,500 people have been deported to countries other than their country of origin, often into civil wars and pandemics.We discuss the pushback to the use of AIPart 2:We discuss Trump's push of the DOJ to investigate E.Jean Carroll, to whom he owes $86Million as a result of the sexual abuse suit she proved against him.We discuss how quickly fascism has spread in the US.We also discuss the "Thunderdome" style cage match to be held on the south lawn of the White House. It should be noted that the administration has asked for millions of dollars from individuals for spectator seats at the match. In addition, military service members are being encouraged to attend, with conditions for their "attractiveness'.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionSong: "Day by Day" hymn

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas.We discuss the Republican primary in Texas. The number of voters lower than normal. The christian Nationalists did well. We discuss Tim Dunn and Beau French. Al Green (D) lost his district due to gerrymandering.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Ryan Cooper.We discuss the affordability problem in our economy now, due to the tariffs, the price of oil (Iran and Strait of Hormuz), computer chip manufacturing (price of helium).We also discuss how the administration is encouraging the corporate takeover of core government functions, to bad outcomes.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols about the primary elections in Texas. We also discuss the elections in Maine. Part 2:We discuss “Race Class” with Johnathan Feingold. Ep. 65 | Why Fascists Fear Black Studies "Everyone committed to democracy, intellectual freedom, and the rule of law should be alarmed at what is happening--and be prepared to act." That call came from Professor Jafari Sinclaire Allen in a recent piece for The Nation that catalogued MAGA's ever-escalating assault on Black studies. Jon and Arnie use the piece as a jumping off point to discuss why home-grown authoritarians in Florida and Texas are leading the charge to purge Black studies and gender studies from our universities. The answer is simple: those who prefer domination over democracy fear an educated public that understands the source of their precarity and the path to freedom and liberation.    WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Cory D.B. Walker, Dean, School of Divinity, Wake Forest Prof. of Humanities, Wake Forest University.We discuss the importance and uses of religion in today's political climate. We look at how the Constitution treats religion.Part 2:We talk with Mike Sacks, political and legal journalist.We discuss court reform, specifically reforms needed in the Supreme Court. We note how the last six Justices were appointed, and who recommended them. We look at the role of Leonard Leo, and the rule of Agnus Dei in the Supreme Court rulings. What is needed to have accountability on the Supreme Court.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Prine

Part 1: We talk with Tom Carter.We discuss the influence of Leonard Leo, as a representative of a far right Catholic group, 'Opus Dei', and a power broker among MAGA members. Leo has been essentially the person who has chosen the last 6 member of the Supreme Court, all Catholics, and has shaped the Supreme Court to advance the MAGA Catholic cause, and the cause of the oligarchs who now dominate US politics.Part 2:We talk with Nitish Pahwa, staff writer for business and technology at Slate.com.We discuss the meme stock economy now prevalent, as illustrated by the IPO of SpaceX, and the kinds of market conditions that are being created for companies like this: guarantee of a baseline trading level, unavailable holding information, status reporting periods now longer, less oversight by the SEC, etc.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

This is a panel discussion with Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie Rowen, Egberto Willies.Topics:- Veterans' Administration cuts to staff and programs- Trump's slush fund of 1.8 Billion dollars- Campaign in Texas for Senate seat, now that Trump has endorsed Paxton as the Republican candidate- Trump's regime change in Cuba ambition- US racism- Accurate accounting seems to show better results in for ordinary people's lives 'socialist' systems WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Hello, Goodbye", performed by the Beatles, composed by Lennon and McCartney, 19967

Part 1:We talk with Sam Russek, reporter and researcher at the New Republic.We discuss Trump's support for Ken Paxton in the primary in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson.We discuss the relationship between Xi, Putin, and Trump.WNJNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire dies, " John Prine 

Part 1:We talk with Mark Joseph Stern, senior writer for Slate.comWe discuss recent rulings by Judge O'Conner, who has taken rights to himself that he does NOT have as a Circuit Court Judge in Texas. These pertain to rulings about access to medical and personal records of children in Rhode Island. This is seen as despotic, and unlawful, and may cause a Constitutional crisis with many implications for civil and privacy rights.Part 2:We talk with Jonathan Ross, co-founder of the Media and Democracy Project.We discuss Minnesota's decision to ban prediction markets in Minnesota, which considers these as a form of gambling. US DOJ is opposing this action.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Try and Catch the Wind", music by Donovan, performed by Joan Baez 

Part 1:We talk with Lynne Stuart Parramore, cultural historian, essayist, and Research Analyst at the Institute for New Economic Thinking.We discuss the consequences of AI installations and data centers. We examine the power and water requirements for these centers, and what the effects will be on people who live near them. In addition, we look at the costs associated with them. Who is getting rich from this technology? Who is losing out?Part 2 We talk with Joyce Frieden, who oversees the coverage that Medpage Today provides about Washington's Health Policy.We learn that policies about enrolling seniors into Medicare Advantage programs are changing. Under a new proposed policy, seniors will be auto-enrolled, with few options to opt out or leave enrollment. There are many disadvantages in these types of plans, and we discuss them.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Amy Littlefield, writer for The Nation.We discuss how the civil rights that have bee fought for by many people, and for which many have died, has now been abrogated by the Supreme Court. Civil rights, including women's rights, are being eliminated by white 'christian' supremacists.Part 2:We talk with Mark Olalde, who writes for ProPublica.We discuss how polluters are being encouraged to avoid clean air and water regulations, simply be allowing them to request waivers by email to the EPA. Spurious 'emergencies' and 'security concerns' are being cited to allow the use of restarted coal plants or energy generation without scrubbers. 'Cancer Alley' regions are often sited in areas of minority populations, who pay the health and early death price as a result. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic:  That's how every empire falls", John Prine

This is a panel discussion with the following members:Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal, Jamie Rowen.We discuss many topics:= California's governor's election: candidates and process- Minnesota governor's race.- The victims of the "Metro Surge" in Minneapolis got no relief or compensation from the Minnesota House.- ICE is putting detainees to work at $1/day; in effect, slavery- In Texas, the Texas Democrats have asked Bernie Sanders and Pritzker to speak at their convention.- Trump is suing the IRS, offering to settle to 'use the settlement money to pay the January 6 participants"- Trump is threatening Cuba- Trump's visit ti China. Russia is currently a China client.- The future for the US-- The current government is hollowed out-- Needed: economic help to US population: raise minimum wage, provide universal health care, rebuild infrastructure, reform the tax structure, etc.-- bring power back to the local level, for greater accountability.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report, Texas' oldest political newsletter.We discuss the gerrymandering in Texas, and how this is affecting the current campaigns in Texas.We also discuss how Atty Gen Paxton is attaching State Rep Wu for the quorum break last year.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson.We discuss how southern states are in a frenzy to redistrict, following the Supreme Court's decision in Callais.We speculate on Trump's China meeting. China's tech capacity is rising, while the US capacity and future looks bleak.We discuss Iran, and "operation epic failure"The Hanta virus response has been questionable. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls,:" John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Anders Croy, Communications Director for Florida Watch.We discuss the gerrymandering spree by Republicans, which includes Florida Republicans. The residents' reaction is that this is a power grab before the 2026 elections Lawsuits have been filed, because the Florida Constitution expressly forbids gerrymandering. Chaos has ensued.Florida has not be reimbursed for the construction and maintenance of "Alligator Alcatraz", which is being shut down because of costs. This amounts to about 6oo Million dollars, and rising.More problems have occurred in Florida, and we discuss these.Part 2:We talk with Taylor Noakes, a public historian and independent journalist.We discuss how Trump has stopped offshore wind projects in the US and Canada by blackmail and extortion, favoring oil and gas projects instead. We discuss the role of Canadian pension plans' involvement in these investments.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls, " Joh Prine

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols, Executive Editor, The Nation Magazine.We discuss the state of politics in the US at present. We discuss various candidates being fielded by the Democrats, and the effect of Independent candidates, who appear to be more connected to people's real problems.Part 2:We talk with Cathy Ramstetter, a School Health Consultant, and who writes about children's health and safety.We discuss the recess studies that have been done, and how recess affects learning and children's development overall. Outside playtime is important, and cheap, and should be used more in US schools, similar to the use in schools in Scandinavian countries and other countries. This should apply beyond grade school for best results.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls." John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Michael Tomasky, Editor, The New Republic.We discuss the number of millionaires and billionaires in the US and their influence on government and the laws that are created to benefit them. We also discuss how the Supreme Court has misinterpreted the Constitution, and abrogated laws that the Congress has passed.Part 2:We talk with Chris Lehmann, D.C. Bureau Chief, The Nation Magazine.We discuss Trump's behavior, which can be characterized as a "mob boss". There is an avalanche of corruption, including his children and his associates, profiting from government moneys. Crypto currency, a know vehicle for concealment of funds, seems to be the main or important factor. What can be done to end this?  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls, " John Prine

This is a panel discussion. The participants are:Stephen Pimpareis Professor of Public Policy and Director of the Master in Public Policy program at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, numerous articles, and the Host of the New Books Network's public policy channel.Lincoln Mitchellteaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared at CNN, Reuters, the New York Times, NBC, the San Francisco Examiner and numerous other media platforms. For more of Lincolns work you can subscribe to his Substack Kibitzing with LincolnLaura Jedeedis a freelance journalist who primarily focuses on the American conservative movement. Her bylines include The New Republic, Rolling Stone, and Politico, and you can find her newsletter at BannedInYourState.comWe discuss the disenfranchisement of Blacks with the latest SCOTUS decision regarding gerrymandering in Virginia.We cover other topics.RFK jr. proposes "wellness farms/work farms" for 'problematic' children who would then be 'reparented'.The Postal Service be allowed to ship guns.The states should have rights to impose their specific laws on other states.School spending should be reduced.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Keep Goin'", Jada Monroe, 2026