Attitude with Arnie Arnesen

Part 1:We talk with James Baratta, writing fellow at the American Prospect.We discuss how already existing laws should be used to counter the misuse of power by the president, and the use of dangerous technologies by corporations. We also discuss the rogue police who defy state laws and cooperate with ICE.Part 2:We talk with Jared Abbott, writer and research associate at the Center for Working Class Politics.Who is a member of the working class? How do those members relate to liberal elites who do not seem to understand the real struggles of working people? How can Democrats use messaging to communicate their solidarity with the working class? WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Peter Greene, writer of Forbes Curmudgucation.We discuss how Milton Friedman's libertarian ideas are being used to destroy publish schools. Education treated like a consumer good.Part 2:We talk with Hanna Story Brown, Deputy Research Director on Climate and Governance at the Revolving Door Project.We discuss the concept of 'deliverism'.We also talk about how the EPA has embraced AI development and use, despite the public's discomfort with the technology.  WNHNFM.ORG production

Part 1:We talk with Sharon Lerner, who writes for ProPublica.We discuss how PFAS chemicals were developed in the early 1950sm and how these 'forever' chemicals have become ubiquitous. We also talk about how the manufacturers knew, but did NOT disclose the dangers.Part 2:We talk with David Sirota about election promises, and the problems inherent when the promises are not kept. 'How did we get MAGA?" We talk about the possibilities of power, and how it should be used.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion.Part 1:Arnie and our guests Chris Lehmann, Dave Levinthal, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare discuss their reactions to the remembrance of 911.Part 2:The group discusses the coverup of the health effects of 911 by the series of mayors and others in New York.  WNHNFM.ORG production

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas.We discuss the events of 9-11.We discuss how Trump is attempting to interfere with vote by mail, when, in Texas, most people in rural areas vote by mail. Data Centers are a concern in Texas. The top issues in Texas now are the economy, inflation, and corruption. The estimated cost of school vouchers has doubled, to $2B annually. We also discuss the anti-Muslim prejudice shown by the latest schoolbooks being adopted.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry former state of Conn Controller, governor candidate, and with Robert Hennelly, General Manager of WBAI in NYC.We discuss the events of 9-11, and how WBAI was able to capture the events and transmit in real time. We discuss how the pollution as a result of the fires and buildings' destruction has affected first responders, and the people of NY. The current mayor, Mamdani, has made available the facts around this event, for the first time since 2001. Many people have been affected.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1We speak with Gilles Bissonnette, legal director of the ACLU in New Hampshire.We discuss how many police departments are using 287G authorization to cooperate and be 'absorbed' by ICE. This very close cooperation between local police and ICE hurts public safety and endangers local residents. It should be resisted by local communities.Part 2:We talk with Robert G. Boatright, Professor of Political Science at Clark University, and Director of Research at the National Institute of Civil Discourse.We discuss how the terminology during election cycles often includes 'corruption' as something that opponents use against each other. What does this imply? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "that's how every empire falls, " John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Jaden Edison, Texas Tribune Public Education Reporter.We discuss the anti-Islamic rules now passed for public schools, requiring the teaching of slanted history, emphasizing christian tenets, to the exclusion of other religions. In effect, propaganda is being taught in Texas public schools.Part 2:Ge talk with Sarah Katz, Corliss Collins, and Rachel Gitlevich about the use of AI and how it can be used to present real news and information, rather than only what the owners of news outlets want to present. The describe an AI Sovereign Wealth Fund to accomplish the task of breaking the global monopoly on information that is being held by the billionaires. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:Our host Jamie Rowen meets with Laura Jedeed, a veteran of Afghanistan, and now an investigative journalist.We discuss how the US is losing the Iran war, despite Hegseth's and Trump's protestations to the contrary. There have been purges in the Pentagon of experienced senior military leaders. We also discuss the deployment of ICE, now quieter, but also more lethally in American cities.Part 2:We talk with Kumble Subaswamy, former Chancellor of UMass Amhherst.We discuss the importance of academic freedom, both in teaching and learning. We also discuss the loss of international students, due to the Trump approach to visas and entry into the US.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "Masters of War", Bob Dylan 

his is a panel discussion. Our guests are: Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Egberto Willes.The topics we discuss are:- Vance statements about the 'end times'-Artificial intelligence-demonization of opposition to trumpism-income inequality-what is socialism and how dies it affect the country as a whole-'gettable' votes-the problems associated with federalism-what should be the immediate consequences of Democratic victories in the election of 2026 WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Ella Siegrist, resercher into the US carceral system, and Harvey Fellow in American Cultural StudiesWe discuss how the how 'idle' prisons are being used by UCE to hold people that are captured by ICE. Some communities welcome this, since the federal government pays the 'rent' for these prisons, and some jobs are created in those communities. however there appears to be no oversight in mostly rural areas.Part 2:We talk with Jayash Paudel, Associate Professor of Economics, University of Oklahoma.We discuss one of the big changes in farming that will occur due to the Trump tariffs on Canada, the US's main supplier of potash, a principal component of fertilizers. The effects of this will be long term, since these compoents are long-lasting.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1: We talk with Laura Belin, of Bleeding Heartland. We discuss the primary elections in Iowa, and the important issues now in Iowa. We note that Hegseth has visited Iowa, to campaign for the Republican candidate. Part 2: We talk with Paul Glastris, of the Washington Monthly. We discuss college choices being made by students and their parents. Many factors are threatening smaller colleges and universities. One large factor is the loss of international students.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Aneri Pattani, senior correspondent, KFF Health News.We discuss the settlement to resolve opioid suits brought by states. How did states spend the money that the received as a result? We focus on Louisiana. How will states spend the money from any settlement that META pays?Part 2:We talk with Caroline LIght, Harvard senior lecturer.We discuss 'stand-your-ground' laws, and the effect of and enforcement of such laws. Application of enforcement varies by race, class, and gender, stemming from the original goals of these laws. In addition, such laws have an effect on the incidence of violent crimes overall.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion that includes our guests, Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare.The topics:- Trump's blaming Canada for the new tariff negotiations' failure.-The rise of the "middle powers" as a way of excluding the US from world trade.-Trump is intentionally destroying the US and its institutions.-The tariff refunds not benefiting consumers, only corporations.-Tariffs as an upward distribution of wealth.-Danger of the US no longer having the reserve currency.-Trump's assault on mail-in voting.WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We mourn Dolly Parton. We talk with Egberto Willies, writer, podcaster, engineer, etc.we discuss Texas, and its ban on drag shows, attempted by Ken Paxton. Judge overturns this ruling, and simply says" don't go to them, don't watch them." What are Texas spending priorities?Part 2:We talk with Jamie Rowen and Ryan Cooper about how Trump has declared war on Americans. Red states are being obliterated through his policies. He is profiting personally, and his cronies are also in the 'public trough". Unlawful actions by ICE members are being protected by red state governors.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Michael McNulty, Senior Policy Director, Issue One.We discuss how the Supreme Court has been using the shadow docket to make many rulings, with no justification. The Court is ignoring the Constitution, at the behest of Trump. This is now affecting voting, with Trump's executive orders that seek to restrict voting, or to change outcomes.Part 2:Ep. 68 | Fool Me Twice, Shame on the ABA CouncilWe talk with Jonathan Feingold, professor of Law at Boston University. We discuss how Trump's administration is bullying law organizations.Ep. 68 | Fool Me Twice, Shame on the ABA CouncilArnie and Jon discuss how the Trump regime is weaponizing the accreditation process to make universities heel. The gambit traces straight to rightwing activist Christopher Rufo, who explained to the New York Times his plan to leverage federal funding as a way to exert "existential terror" across the higher ed sector. Shame on the ABA Legal Council, the primary regulatory of American law schools, for thinking sacrificing DEI could satiate the regime. We also explore how GOP radicalism is driving voters to Democrats that resist data centers and fight for public education.Jonathan FeingoldProfessor of LawBoston University School of Lawjfeingol@bu.edu|#RaceClass Podcast|research

Part 1:We talk with Kim Clark and Mike Sammon.We discuss how hospice care is delivered in the US. 80$ of hospice agencies are for-profit, and owned by private equity firms. There are many rules that these agencies use to maximize their profits.Part 2:We talk with Jeremy Kohler, who writes for ProPublica.We discuss the various strategies Republicans are using to prevent the will of voters to create legislation that will serve voters who support ballot measures. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "I will always love you,"  Dolly Parton

Part 1:We talk with Patrik Johnsson, of the Monitor Georgia Bureau staff.We discuss how Trump's 'celebrations' of the 250th anniversary of the US, and the spectacles he has displayed. We also talk about the S. Carolina election, and the candidacy of Darline Graham.Part 2:We talk with Thomas Neuberger about the climate crisis. This has already caused many thousand excess deaths worldwide. This will continue at an accelerating rate, because there is no concerted effort to mitigate this: fossil fuels are still being used everywhere. We talk about some methods that might help, but the planet is 'cooking'.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion with our guests: Ron Abramson, Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Aaron Rosenthal.Topics:- Flock as a continuous surveillance tool, now also abused as a invader of privacy.- AI promotion: is this a bubble, or the hype before the crash? WHO will really profit?- Immigration; treatment of those arrested/kidnapped is turning this into Republican death panels- What is happening with tariff refunds? Some companies are receiving them, but consumers not benefiting- Data Centers: pushback from neighbors: who is benefiting? Who is being hurt?WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's have every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, Publisher of the Quorum Report in Texas.We discuss the problems that Republicans are encountering during this election cycle. Their 'positive' issues are becoming less popular. Data Centers, Transmission lines crossing rural areas, the wall in Big Bend Park, etc. are now tilting against the Republicans, even though Texas is still a red stronghold. However Inahosa, the Democratic governor candidate is strong.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Stephen Pimpare.We discuss the US government debt now at 40T dollars. The debt service alone is 1.5T dollars per year. We discuss what agencies could do with that money that would help the US population, and how we should claw that money back from the billionaires. who are profiting now.WNHNFM.ORG  production 

Part 1:We talk with Prof. Sean Freeder, Univ. of North Florida.We discuss the Florida primary. We also discuss the fake polls in Wisconsin.Part 2:We talk with Somil Trivedi, Advocacy Director and Senior Counsel, Court Accountability for the Supreme Court.We the lack of accountability for the current Supreme Court. How can this be rectified? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Nick Keppler about America's loneliness trap. We discuss how many in the US feel lonely, and look at the main reasons: lack of social opportunities, often due to lack of personal funds, civic groups that allow free participation, and social norms.Part 2:We talk with Jess Coburn, who write for ProPublica.We discuss how a factory built by General Dynamics, at at cost of more than 500 Million dollars, produced NOTHING, and this, in the light of the Defense Department's request for a budget for more than a TRILLION dollars. There has been no attempt to recover the millions already spent for NO OUTPUT from the General Dynamics debacle, or other, similar cases. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Jamie Rowen about the administration's deportation policy. We also discuss the service members that have been injured, some catastrophically, in the Iran war, including strikes outside Iran. Veterans Administration facilities are losing funding at the same time.We discuss the right to repair, which is a problem for the armed services. If they cannot repair equipment in the field, safety and effectiveness concerns arise.Part 2:We talk with Sharon Lerner about the foreign aid money already budgeted by Congress, which must be spent. The administration is funneling those funds to causes never contemplated by Congress. Where is that money going? How does it serve the US? WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion that includes the following guests: Adam Finkel, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie RowenThe topics we cover:- The status of the aircraft carrier crew of the ABRAHAM LINCOLN in the Middle East.- The right to repair equipment is also a problem for the armed services, just as it it for farmers, and others- The general attack on competence in this administration- The administration's view that people are expendable- The assault on education- The climate crisis-Tokens for AI use- Prediction markets- The surveillance state, Flock, and surveillance in cars and cell phones- Elon Musk and his cronies' theft of Social Security dataWNHNFM.ORG  production

art 1:We talk with David Giscom about "The Myth of Red Texas".We discuss Texas history, especially the history of Texas progressives. It is time to acknowledge the populist movements in Texas. "Why is it that those who work least get the most, and those who work most get the least." It is time to disprove the 'California Hypotheses', which blames California liberals for ill in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Aaron Rosenthal.We discuss the recent primaries in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Candidate quality proved important in both states. Labels alone were not as decisive. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Cyrus Farivar about prediction markets.We explore how prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi work. We discuss how these kinds of markets ae monetizing the outcomes of natural disasters, and may create perverse incentives.Part 2:We talk with James Baratta about the planned merger of the Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railroad systems. This would be the largest rail merger ever, and create a coast-to-coast monopoly in the US. We discuss the effect on price of shipped goods, the rail employees, and on the economy overall.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Rachel Rebouche, Chair in Law and Professor of Law at University of Texas at Austin School of Law.We discuss with Prof. Rebouche the extension of the Dobbs approach to abortion being pushed by the Republicans and their allies in the Christian Nationalist movement. Their goal is to disallow abortions for ALL in the US, not just the states that already have this draconian practice.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry, two time candidate for Governor of Connecticut.We discuss the recent primary victories of progressive Democrats, and Democratic Socialists. We discuss how the 'mainstream' Democrats are reacting, and resisting this trend, though the electorate is favoring progressive ideas.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls,"  John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Julie Rovner, Chief Washington Correspondent who hosts KFF health News and Policy News broadcast.We discuss how Medicare for all would help Americans. We discuss the history of private health care, and how is is not working for Americans.Part 2:We talk with James M. Thomas, Professor of Sociology at the University of Mississippi.We discuss racism, and how the idea the "race doesn't matter" is actually false, since all aspects of American life are suffused with racism. Resegregation of schools demonstrates it, as do other aspects of American life. We all need to do the 'talk' with children. WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion with our guests: Adam Finkel, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie Rowen.The topics:Part 1:The National Parks AdministrationWhat is 'electability' in today's political climateRed-baiting: 'communists', 'socialists'Whistle-blower protections seem to have been abolished by this administrationWhat are the costs of DOGE?Part 2:Who are the 'Leninists' ? Are they not the Republicans?"The last Republican president?"The housing crisisfascism and instabilityClimate change is burning us allTrump's executive order regarding student visas: how will this affect us all? The colleges and universities that depend on international student dollars?Job losses among all US residents due to aggressive immigration policies.Hacked water systems. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "This is how every empire falls, " John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Texas Quorum Report.We discuss the upcoming elections in Texas, particularly what is happening in Tarrant County (Dallas/Fort Worth). Redistricting and reduction in the number of polling places has caused confusion among voters. We also discuss the effect of AI data center construction. Voters are concerned about the effects on power consumption, and on water consumption. Approvals have been halted.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Ryan Cooper.We discuss the pandemic history revision that Republicans seem to have adopted. The attacks on Dr. Fauci have escalated. We also discuss insider trading by government officials.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls,"  John Prine

Part 1:We talk with David Dayan, Executive Editor, The American Prospect.We discuss the Michigan primary. Progressives are winning every race in Michigan. We discuss the use of the "red box" bay candidates. We also consider the role of AIPAC in primary races and in the final elections later this year.Part 2:We talk with Dr. Adam Stanaland.We discuss the focus on testosterone, and Hegseth's order that all military members be tested for testosterone levels. Mr. Hegseth apparently thinks that many men doe not have  enough testosterone to make them 'manly' enough., and he wants to supplement that.  What does testosterone de? What doesn't it do? What are the effects of testosterone when too much is administered? 

Part 1:We talk with Jeff Mangan, founder of the Transparent Election Initiative.We discuss the Montana Plan. This plan gives states the option o avoiding the problems caused by the Citizens United ruling. States have the right to declare the rights of corporations that do business within their borders. This means that they can eliminate the ability to spend money on political activities. This avoids the 'speech' issue cited in Citizens United. Hawaii has already implemented this strategy.Part 2:We talk with Dr. Ashwini Sehgal, a nephrologist and clinical researcher.We discuss the use of gas stoves, and how the gases emitted by the use of gas stoves affect people with asthma. Dr. Sehgal's team conducted research and found that the elimination of gas stoves had a positive effect for people who have asthma. Unfortunately, the Trump administration cut the study short, though the results indicate that eliminating gas stove use would have a beneficial effect. About 10% of the population in the US has asthma.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols, Executive Editor, The Nation.We discuss the various primary elections held today, Tuesday. discuss the strengths of the candidates, and the Democratic Socialists that are running, and how their ideas are catching on with many voters. We also discuss the threats posed by the increased use of AI.Part 2:We talk with Jennifer Smith Richards about private schools and religious schools. We discuss how the number of these schools has increased, and how this is taking tax dollars from public schools with no oversight of the private schools. We discuss examples of specific schools that have proven to be problematic because of their leadership, practices, and lack of controls. Students have bee put in danger, and some have been injured.  WNHNFM.ORG  production

This is a panel discussion with Arnie and guests Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare.Topics:- FIFA developments- Republicans' red-baiting-How the older generations views the world is very different from how younger people see it: different priorities and expectations. There is no shared reality.- Who are "Americans"? Who are not?- Birthright citizenship being challenged (SCOTUS 5-4 opinion)- SCOTUS ignores the Constitution- How to approach and convince voters; more personal contact needed WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Felipe De La Hoz, Contributing Editor, New Republic.We discuss the Senate elections in Texas and Georgia.We also discuss the decision that Pope Leo made to excommunicate the SSPX group from the Catholic Church, and its implications. Should the same kind of action hold for political foes?We dis discuss the problems with the US immigration system, and what would be necessary to fix it.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Jamie Rowen.We discuss the fundamental freedom in the US: speech. We also discuss how fascism is growing, due to the current administration.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

The guest host, sitting in for Arnie Arnesen, is Lincoln MitchellPart 1:We talk with Lori Brooke and Tom Gonzalez about housing policy. Lori Brooke and Tom Gonzalez are from the California Stewardship Alliance.We discuss how housing policies are developed, and who develops them, Many competing advocates of different policies exist, and the results can be chaotic. We discuss the various interested parties, and the problems that develop as a result, various stakeholders amy or may not be served.Part 2We talk with Alex Scrivener, civil society activist in Georgia and the UK discussing foreign policy.We discuss the wars in Iran and Ukraine, and what the implications are going forward all over the world. Is this a slow World War III? Is it fascism vs. antifascism? Does the US have a foreign policy separate from Trump's personal interests? who are the client states if this is a proxy war? What is a real viable way forward for the world?WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Chris Jones, candidate for Secretary of Agriculture in Iowa.We discuss the problems in Iowa, and how they are affecting the population, especially the farming community. 25 million hogs, 3 million people. Water and pollution are big problems.Part 2:We talk with Mark Joseph Stern. We discuss how the Constitution has been used citizens to enforce civil rights. We particularly focus on the rights of formerly enslaved people. WNHNFM.ORG

Part 1:We talk with Laurel Elder, Professor of Political Science at Hartwick College.We discuss the state of opinion post-Dobbs. It has changed considerably.Part 2:We talk with Tom Philpott, Senior Research Associate.We discuss the perilous state of the environment in Iowa. The kind of 'farming' being pursued has poisoned the soil and water. The cases of cancer are rising. Rural hospitals are closing due to budget cuts initiated by Trump. What are the causes of the cancer rate rise? What are the problems being faced by the Iowa population? WNHNFM.ORG  production 

This is a panel discussion with the following members: Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Aaron Rosenthal, Alexander Theodoridis.The topics covered are:-Counting the war wounded, not just the dead.-Affordability in the US-The role of the Heritage Foundation and the suppression of workers-Health care and jobs link-The 2026 elections, and Trump's likely actions to try voter suppression- A real post-elections strategy is needed-A real change in Congress is neededThe Supreme Court's use of the shadow docket to change the laws, with no accountability-Foster more activism at state and local levels. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls, " John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Lexi Churchill, reporter for ProPublica and Texas Tribune.We discuss the Texas controversy about private school voucher that are being withheld from schools that are sponsored by Muslim organizations.Part 2.We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson.We discuss the agreement made by Trump and Saudi Arabia to allow them to enrich nuclear materials. We also discuss how the Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund is investing in US companies, particularly in media companies such as Paramount.We also note that the US and Israeli military are now integrated, despite the actions of Israel, which has been accused of war crimes. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine 

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols. Our discussion begins with the relationship of the US and Israel, and how this has affected the war in Iran.The US is now internationally isolated.We also discuss affordability for US residents. This, of course is affected by the war, which has driven the prices of oil to record highs.Part 2:We talk with Mel Goodman.We discuss the mythology of Israeli democracy, which does not provide democracy for half the population, the Palestinians living there.We discuss the role of Hamas, and how Israeli politicians have manipulated the situation to keep themselves in power. Zionism has turned into Israeli colonialism. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls", John Prine

Part 1:We talk with Jonathan Feingold, New Republic staff writer and author of The Great Divergence: Americas Growing Inequality Crisis and What We Can Do About It.We discuss how Trump has been using no-bid contracts to aim money at his supporters. The work is being arranged for 'improvements' to government properties, often shoddy and very expensive.Part 2:We talk with Jonathan Feingold, Prof. of Law at Boston University.Jon & Arnie discuss the rising repression at Texas universities. The Texas state legislature, with help from handpicked rightwing administrators, is systematically undoing the decades of work that led to world class higher education in the state. AtTexas A&M University, administrators are scanning syllabi to purge content about race and gender. AtThe University of Texas at Austin, Jim Davis (President) and William Inboden (Provost) are overruling their own departments to strip tenure from faculty whose work they dislike. At Texas Tech, you're not allowed to use the word "systemic." This isn't the end of the story. Folks on the ground are pushing back to defend their own institutions from unapologetic bigotry and internal sabotage. WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We talk with Somil Trivedi, Advocacy Director and Senior Counsel at Court Accountability.We discuss the US Supreme Court, and how it uses the shadow docket to change laws, with no explanations. Many rulings overturn settled law and precedents, and produce new laws that are counter to what elected representatives have developed.Part 2:We talk with Megan O Matz, who reports on state and local government in Wisconsin.We discuss how public money is being funneled into private schools. This reduces moneys available to public schools. Private schools do not have accountability requirements, despite taking tax money. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls,"  John Prine

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