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$7 Coffee? $3 Cream? Restaurant Tries to Defend INSANE Prices — It Backfires Description: In today's episode of The Karel Cast, we dive into the viral backlash against Ain't Normal Coffee in Oakland after a reviewer called them out for charging $3 extra for a splash of half and half. The owner says it's unfair criticism — but is it really? When coffee already costs up to $10, and a scone is $7, how much is too much? We also tackle the global double standard in media outrage: Gaza's ongoing devastation continues, yet a single violent incident in the U.S. involving Israelis sparks international headlines. Why is one life valued over another in public discourse? Plus, let's get personal — when someone says “I need space” in a relationship, what does that even mean? Karel shares a raw and honest take on emotional distance and what it really signals.

Are you handsome/pretty? Can you read a TelePrompter convincingly? Are you willing to compromise whatever personal values you might hold in exchange for fame and fortune (of course, if you're already ideologically aligned, so much the better)? If you answered all those questions “yes,” then you too could be a part of State Television, aka Fox News. Most presidents feverishly vet their cabinet and functionaries to ensure competence and integrity. This administration has a different approach. There are only two bars to clear. First, are you loyal to Donald Trump, no matter what, and second, has he admired you on Fox News. We'll go through the list in this short commentary. I hope you'll listen.

This week on CodeWACK! Which states have received the highest scores in the rePROs Fight Back's 13th annual 50-state report card on sexual and reproductive health and rights released in March -- and why? And what specific threats - whether federal, state or local - should reproductive rights advocates be most concerned about? And what policies should they be promoting? To find out, we spoke with Jennie Wetter, Director of the rePROs Fight Back initiative at The Population Institute, where she champions sexual and reproductive health, rights, and justice every day. Jennie also hosts the rePros Fight Back Podcast, offering deep dives into abortion access, birth control, sex ed, LGBTQ+ rights, and This is part two of a powerful two-part series with Jennie.

America's Budget Battle EXPOSES a Harsh Truth | Karel Cast 25-67

Leslie Marshall Show - A Non-Partisan View on U.S. Tariffs with AAM President Scott Paul by Progressive Voices

Overwhelmed by Life? Where Do YOU Escape? Plus: The Real Diddy Drama | Karel Cast Ep. 25–66

Reformed Killers or Master Manipulators? The Menendez Brothers Back in Court | Karel Cast Ep. 25-65

Why is National Single Payer organizing a National Day of Action on May 31 amid cuts and freezes to public health programs? How has an incremental approach to universal health care in America made comprehensive healthcare reform more difficult? To find out, we recently talked to Dr. Ana Malinow, who spent three decades working as a pediatrician with immigrant, refugee and underserved children before retiring as clinical professor of Pediatrics from UC San Francisco School of Medicine. The past president of Physicians for a National Health Program, she is on the steering committee of National Single Payer. She's also a lead organizer for The Movement to End Privatization of Medicare. This is the first episode in a two-part series.

Health Obsessed, But Dying Younger? | Karel Cast 25-64 Americans are more health-obsessed than ever—tracking protein, joining gyms, spending billions on healthcare. Yet shockingly, we're dying younger and younger. What's behind this deadly contradiction? The truth is simpler—and scarier—than you think. Also on today's Karel Cast:

Trump's Flying Palace EXPOSED, Music Mogul Trial Drama, and #1 Artist of the Century Shocks Fans! Karel Cast Ep. 25-64

Single Dad Murdered After Instagram Date | Why the Old Safety Rules Still Matter | Karel Cast Ep 25-63

This week on CodeWACK! Single payer is back in the spotlight with Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Pramila Jayapal submitting new Medicare for All bills for 2025-26! How will the upcoming National Day of Action on May 31st keep the need for healthcare reform in the spotlight? And how do physicians feel about single payer today, 60 years after the American Medical Association's infamous ‘stealth campaign' against socialized medicine (featuring none other than Ronald Reagan)? To find out, we recently talked to Dr. Ana Malinow, who spent three decades working as a pediatrician with immigrant, refugee and underserved children before retiring as clinical professor of Pediatrics from UC San Francisco School of Medicine. The past president of Physicians for a National Health Program, she is on the steering committee of National Single Payer. She's also a lead organizer for The Movement to End Privatization of Medicare.

What Century Are We Living In? Progress Feels Like It's in Reverse | Karel Cast Ep. 25-62 Are we really in the 21st century? Because it sure doesn't feel like it. From popes chosen in secrecy like it's 1723, to India and Pakistan clashing over colonial-era borders, to Trump talking about annexing Canada like it's 1776 again — the world seems stuck in the past. And despite having supercomputers in our pockets, some still believe in horse dewormer over science. Measles is back. Anti-vax conspiracies are thriving. Seriously… What century is this? Join Karel as he breaks down the madness of modern-day “progress,” with a sharp, witty, and brutally honest look at today's world.

Why We're All Poor Even at $100K | Truth About ‘Minimum' Wage Karel Cast 25-61 In four Bay Area Counties, low income now means six figures. Yes, $100 to be poor. But we've always lied to ourselves about money. For instance, the “minimum” wage is just another word for poverty, not a living. And it's not just the four area counties, low income in the USA now means under $100k a year and we all know it. So why do we lie and say you can live comfortably on $50k or $70k a year. In today's world, that's surviving, not comfortable. Also, why is the world turning its back on Gaza. They are about to be completely destroyed and disenfranchised, and no one is screaming at Israel. Why? Oh, ya, that's why. The MET Gala made me joyous and sad. We'll discuss. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at / reallykarel

Trump Says “I Don't Know” About Defending the Constitution

The Most Ignored Yet Valuable Asset Karel Cast 25-59 It's the most valuable asset you have, and yet, your government doesn't care to protect it. So many regulations are being removed, safeguards, and there's no regulation on things that are poisonous to your asset. We spend billions a year, trillions, trying to protect it, but the current administration believes it doesn't need to be safeguarded. So, let's talk about your most valuable asset: Your health, both physical and mental. How can you age well? Is Chicken a few times a week ok for you? Is dairy safe? Are hospitals and clinics safe? What is the real state of your health in the USA. Also, Canada Goes liberal and rebukes Trump. Let's hope the rest of the world, and then the United States, follow through? The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Leslie is joined by Megan Salrin and Jimmy O'Donnell of the United Steelworkers (USW). In one of his early acts as president, Donald Trump not only fired National Labor Relations Board General Counsel Jennifer Abruzzo but also removed NLRB member Gwynne Wilcox. Firing Wilcox upended nearly 90 years of Supreme Court caselaw and left the NLRB unable to perform its vital mission of upholding workers' rights. During today's episode, Leslie, Megan and Jimmy discuss why workers need a Pro-Labor National Labor Relations Board (NLRB). Megan Salrin is the National Coordinator for the United Steelworkers' Rapid Response program, the union's nonpartisan initiative for education, communication, and action on legislative and policy issues affecting USW members. Before this role, she served in USW's Legislative and Policy Department and worked for several Members of Congress from the Midwest. Jimmy O'Donnell is a Legislative Representative for the USW, where he advocates for pro-worker policies related to labor rights, workplace health and safety, clean energy manufacturing, and workforce development. Previously, Jimmy spent several years working at the Brookings Institution in Washington, D.C. Follow the USW on Facebook, Instagram and X, using the handle @steelworkers, and visit their website at USW.org. Also, check them out on Blue Sky where their handle is @steelworkers.bsky.social.

Everybody Wants This, But Can't Have It We all want it. Many fight and die for it. But it's the one thing we cannot have in reality.What is it? Something you try to maintain every day, but truly, can't. Plus Jack in the box closing 200 stores, close them all…or, is there hope for rebranding? And Justin Bieber must stop complaining about being famous. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET.  Brad is joined by Amie Parnes, Senior Correspondent at 'The Hill,' and Jonathan Allen, Senior National Politics Reporter for NBC News. They discuss their newest #1 New York Times best-seller, "Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House." "The authors of the #1 New York Times bestseller 'Shattered' provide a revelatory, inside look at the Biden, Harris, and Trump camps during the 2024 battle for the White House, arguably the most consequential contest in American history." Brad also speaks with Jon and Amie about their evaluation of Trump's first 100 days of his second term.  They also discuss the future presidential prospects of Kamala Harris, and who else might be a viable Democratic candidate for President in 2028. Amie and Jon's book is available for purchase here: https://bookshop.org/p/books/fight-Inside-the-wildest-battle-for-the-white-house-jonathan-allen/22252142?ean=9780063438644&next=t Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.'  He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social. 

On Popes and Kings Karel Cast 25-58 On Popes and Kings The Pope has died and a new one is to be chosen. Has this ritual reached its end game? Is it still relevant in these times? How important is the Pope to the world…and why don't other religions have one de facto ruler? The lowest approval rating of any President in 80 years. Well, we knew that. But there's other numbers more important, especially if you're a Democrat. Has traveling become something only for the rich? A recent trip to LA has me thinking…. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

They're Dead? I'm Gone Karel Cast 25-59 It's Entertainment Thursday and we start with TV shows killing off your favorite characters. With a recent death on 9-1-1 one has to wonder what are they thinking when they kill a much-liked main character. Has any show gone too far and lost you because of killing off your favorite character? And what death was the most memorable for you. Plus, a look at the biggest Entertainment headlines and current events around the globe. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

The Truth About Your Health Karel Cast 25-58 A new report says that Linoleic acid can be found in seed oils made of canola, corn, cottonseed, grapeseed, soy, sunflower, safflower and rice and it has been linked to breast cancer. RFK Jr and TikTok are going after seed oils. Why? Are they truly dangerous? Protein. Eat this much according to influencers, eat that much according to doctors. Plant proteins for longevity, meat protein for early survival. Where should you get your protein? The fact is we now live in a world with 1000 opinions on what to eat, what not, and what's going to happen to your if you don't do this or that. So what should you really do for health? That's really simple. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Wrestlemania Explains Trump Perfectly Karel Cast 25-57 Wrestlemania came to Las Vegas this past weekend and it was a big multi-million dollar event. Even Trump got involved with rumors swirling he would attend. But it's a perfect partnership for him. An event with lots of bluster, lots of glitz, but it's all fake, manufactured and filled with nothing more than overblown testosterone. But it goes far deeper than that. Professional wrestling at its core is designed to be a fight between the good guys — “babyfaces,” in wrestling parlance — and bad guys, or “heels.” And while modern wrestling usually isn't as cut-and-dry anymore, Trump operates under the same thinking, framing his endeavors, allies and enemies along those lines. I was asked why I still wear a mask in public situations by a person at the doctor's office last week. Well, with 1000 measles cases and it spreading like Wild fire, Covid still in effect, and new viruses emerging, the question becomes, why aren't you? The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

There Is No Information Security Any More Karel Cast 25-56 I received a letter this weekend, a letter that I've gotten before. In fact, I've gotten six of them total. And you know what it says. It says that all the verification of who you are, all the information of yours that your health care provider has, including your charts, your conditions, your medications, might as well be at the public library. Because it certainly isn't safe. Is anything being done? Or is it a lost cause? Also, we now live in a society where our children can go through not one, but TWO mass shootings, and STILL nothing at all is done. The story of the Parkland survivor that ended up in the Florida shooting. Another study about plant based diets...what will it take for you to finally change? The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

When Did It Become OK To Argue Facts? Karel Cast 25-55 There are 42 facts about Orangina that are indisputable. So, how are they disputed? When, exactly, did it become OK to argue facts? And watching Real PD on Max has taught me one thing: Something is really wrong with our educational system! And I don't just mean the perps…..I mean, it's only Kansas, is English a second language there? Verbs not matching nouns, participles just dangling…do we even teach English in school? Plus other entertainment news. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Are We Great Yet? I'm Confused Karel Cast 25-54 I'm confused. During the campaign it would be all about how great America will be on day one of the regime. But here we are 100 days in and…are we great yet? Prices on everything are soaring; Division is worse than ever; Both The Israel Genocide of Gaza's and Ukraine war are still going with no end in sight; Essential services and employees are being cut; Military people are dying on the border and there's been no reform to immigration laws or system; Gay, Bi, Trans, Women, all still having rights removed; There's a war on education… Are we better yet? Are we Great? The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

This time on Code WACK! What's it like operating an abortion clinic in Wyoming, one of the most anti-abortion states in the nation? Meet Julie Burkhart — longtime reproductive rights advocate, founder and CEO of Trust Women Foundation, which works to expand access to abortion care in underserved communities, and protégé of Dr. George Tiller, who was murdered for providing abortion care. Hear how Dr. Tiller's legacy lives on through her work. Why are patients traveling hundreds of miles for abortion care, post-Roe? What's it been like to offer care in as state where arson, litigation, and political threats against reproductive care providers are part of daily life.

Geme V. Lomi Compost Wars! Plus Kidfluencers? Karel Cast 25-52 There's little things we all can do to help our planet. One is reduce your waste imprint. And you can do this by Geme and Lomi. But which is better? Well, let's see! Kidfluencers on Netflix has shown us all the dangers of kid stars on social media. But is it also child abuse? Plus it's Trump v. Harvard to the tune of $2.2b . Who will win? That's an easy question. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Surviving the Hospital Karel Cast 25-51 Afib took me down Thursday, and I had to call 911, go in an ambulance to the ER, then the ICU. Now, I'm home. I've learned so much about our health care system, and myself, on this traumatic journey. And I'm going to share. Also, Kidfluencers. I didn't even know they existed, until a Netflix documentary blew the roof off of it all. Is this child abuse? AND, it's not futile to try and help the planet, and I've got a great say you can (If you've got some extra green to burn first). The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Can our local health departments counteract the mixed messages given by RFK, Jr. the secretary of Health and Human Services, about vaccine safety and efficacy? What about us? How can we combat disinformation and highlight the benefits of vaccinating our children and ourselves? To find out, we spoke with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed—physician, epidemiologist, author, and county health commissioner. He is formerly the health director for the city of Detroit. As the host of the award-winning America Dissected podcast, he breaks down the forces shaping public health for tens of thousands of listeners each week. This is the second of two episodes with Dr. El-Sayed.

When It's Time to Let Go Karel Cast 25-49 The Trump regime has proven to be too much for the world, both practically and emotionally. It's a non stop roller coaster day to day. And that induces anxiety. In fact, most of American life induces anxiety. We are surrounded with health news every day, take this supplement, eat this way, exercise this much, eat this much protein...on and on...it induces anxiety. So when is it time to just let go...of it all. Just wake up and take the day for what you can do and release what you can't. The time is now. I mean if Madonna and Elton John can find peace, the, there must be hope for us all. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

The New Depression Is Upon Us Karel Cast 25-48 Today, the news will be talking about how the world economic bedrock has been shaken and how one man has decided to change fortunes instantly. His evil has infected every single country in the world, and it's depressing. Prices on everything are rising, and income isn't, groceries are going up at least 4% more, and it's depressing. Social Security hangs in the balance. State medical assistance, and it's depressing. There's already signs another great Depression is rising…but I would say, if you go by the mood of the country, for more than a few people, the great Depression is already here. And yet this last weekend thousands marched. Were they heard? Did it matter? Well, if it made them feel better, than part of that answer already is yes. Because right now we need something to make us feel better. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Leslie is joined by Jesse Case, Director for the Food Processing Division for the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. The two examine why so many cannabis workers are joining the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. To add some perspective, the Teamsters represent over 1,000 cannabis workers in six different states. They've also bargained the strongest contracts in the industry for workers at a number of multi-state operators, which are the largest players in the US cannabis industry. Tens of thousands of Teamsters across the continent are members of the union's growing Food Processing Division. The division represents many classifications of worker, including production line workers, mechanics, forklift drivers, machine operators and more. They help prepare, process and move just about every kind of food you find at the grocery store, including meats, dairy vegetables, fruits and grains. Visit www.Teamster.org for more information. Follow them on X and Instagram, where their handle is @Teamsters, and “like” them on Facebook at Facebook.com/Teamsters. Find the Teamsters Cannabis workers online by visiting linktr.ee/teamsters_420.

Trump Executive Order Stripping Collective Bargaining Rights is Biggest Attack on Labor in Decades by Progressive Voices

DEI Hate Goes Global Karel Cast 25-47 USDA is freezing funding to Maine and you won't believe why. US Embassies around the world have sent out a letter to every company they do business with you won't believe what it says. MAGA isn't just waging a war against DEI in the USA, but everywhere. But why? The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Let's Talk Anything but HIM! Karel Cast 25-46 Remember a time when our entire time wasn't spent talking about what the US President was doing, no matter who it was? Remember when we talked about ANYTHING other than the horrors of the US President's actions? Bush had Iraq and we talked about it a lot, but we didn't speak of his actions every single day. Reagan ignored AIDS and had Iran-Contra but STILL we managed to not have all conversations be about him. So first, we'll nod to the liberal victory in Wisconsin in spite of Elon's money, we'll admit no shock about Republicans winning the Florida panhandle but are shocked that over 44% voted Democratically. And Corey Booker, vegan goes for 25:05 on the Floor setting a record. And? Meanwhile there's lots of other headlines we can cover like Death Penalty for Luigi? Four Beatle's movies? Hooters Goes Bust! There's a lot of other headlines that don't have HIS name directly attached. So let's talk about those. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

What could Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.'s appointment as Secretary of Health and Human Services mean for the public health of everyday Americans, given his history of vaccine misinformation? With measles already on the rise and deadly, and the looming threat of future pandemics, how might his leadership shape the nation's response to infectious diseases? To find out, we spoke with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed—physician, epidemiologist, author, and county health commissioner. He is formerly the health director for the city of Detroit. As the host of the award-winning America Dissected podcast, he breaks down the forces shaping public health for tens of thousands of listeners each week. This is the first of two episodes with Dr. El-Sayed.

GOP Medicaid/CHIP Cuts Threaten One-Third of All School Age Children by Progressive Voices

In A Trade War We All Lose Karel Cast 25-45 It's amusing how the rich so nonchalantly talk of trade wars, the economy and life when they are not living it. Elon Musk just spent more trying to get a judge elected in Wisconsin than most of us will ever make in our lifetimes. Trump hasn't been to a grocery store ever. Think about that. The President has no idea what it's like to grocery shop. He's never been in a Target. A Walmart. He's never checked the prices of fruits and vegetables. He doesn't own a car, they are given to him or his company buys them. They don't live in our world. So in their trade war, they win, we lose. Also, why do I have imposter syndrome? Is that truly what's holding me, and perhaps you, back? The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Leslie is joined by Connie Livingston, Senior Lead Counselor at Empowerly, which empowers students to become the most successful version of themselves with personalized college and career guidance.  Their tailored guidance helps students triumph over the college admissions process and spark the future of their dreams. Connie has worked in the field of college counseling since 2008. She began her career as an Assistant Director of Admissions at Brown University and has since moved on to Empowerly, where she has worked for the past three years. The pair examines the increasingly difficult college application process in the United States. More and more students are applying to college. More and more applications means a lower percentage of acceptance. So the bar has been raised. 4.0's are now 5.0's, competition is international, there are no more DEI policies or 'boxes' for affirmative action/diversity. So kids are taking SAT prep classes, doing a lot of outside work/volunteerism, etc. and additionally, parents are hiring college counselors. Here are the questions answered during the interview: 1. What does an outside college counselor do? 2. Is there a range of fees? (Some people think it's unattainable for them because of the price) 3. Do they help the students write their essays? (editing them, etc) 4. Is there any assistance with SAT's? 5. Does it increase a student's chances of admission if they utilize a college counselor that is separate from their high school's college counselor? 6. Why is Empowerly better than a student trying to solely use AI, like ChatGPT, to help them with the admissions process? The website for Empowerly is Empowerly.org.  Their handle on Instagram is @empowerlyinc and you can find them on Facebook.com/empowerly as well.

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET.   Brad is first joined by John Bennett, Editor at Large at Congressional Quarterly and Roll Call.  The pair discusses 'Tariff Tuesday,' scheduled for tomorrow by the Trump administration.  In response to the tariffs, the cost of goods and services for Americans are expected to rise, while the stock market (and people's retirement accounts) are expected to decline. Then, Brad is joined by Alex Lawson, Executive Director of Social Security Works, which fights to address the retirement income crisis by protecting and expanding America's Social Security system. Social Security Works is the convening organization of the Strengthen Social Security Coalition— a coalition made up of over 340 national and state organizations representing over 50 million Americans. Brad and Alex talk about the chaotic economic policies of the Trump administration, April 5th's planned protests, and the battles to save Medicaid, Medicare and Social Security. Stripping Medicaid funding could literally put Seniors in nursing homes on the streets, and deprive children with disabilities of funding for their education. On the Social Security front, Alex explains that the Trump administration is firing staff at Social Security offices to try to cause enough chaos so that they can create an excuse to demand emergency powers to take control of Social Security. The website for CQ Roll Call is www.RollCall.com and John's handle on X is @BennettJohnT. The 'Social Security Works' website is www.socialsecurityworks.org and their handle on BlueSky is @socialsecurityworks.org. Alex's handle there is @alaw202.bsky.social.  Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.'  He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social. 

This Weekend Terrified Me Karel Cast 25-44 We all do our chores on our weekend, whenever that may be. Mine is Fri-Sun. One thing I needed to do was go shopping, as I stopped getting hungry root deliveries. Oh my God. I mean, Oh my God. $3.50 pineapples. $1.50 oranges. Two yellow squash for $3. Then it was off to Costco to restock things like flour, sugar, agave syrup and BBQ sauce. $256. And I'm not alone. Steve spent $300 on food this weekend, for just him, for the week. I am now terrified that I won't be able to afford good, whole food. And no one, NO ONE is addressing this. What does Trump say? “I'm not concerned at all...” About 25% more for cars. About the tariffs and food. I am. Also, Gavin Newsom and others are now saying the Democratic brand is toxic because it caters to the educated elites. Wow, is this just WRONG. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Leslie Marshall Show - Should U.S. or China Build Our Ships?! Tariffs, and Made In American Spotlight by Progressive Voices

Shocking Revelation Shows Fascism's Rise Karel Cast 25-43 While everyone is busy with signal gate, Mike Johnson said the most shocking thing out loud: He plans to have Congress try and get rid of most Federal Courts, because they aren't ruling in their favor. This is EXACTLY what Hitler did. It's time to stop acting like the USA hasn't been taken over by oligarchs and fascists and start doing all we can to remove them. Quickly. Plus, the weekend is ahead. What do you do for fun in today's world of 24 hour nonstop horrible news, economic downturn and madness? The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel

Leslie is joined by Dr. Anthony Estreet, PhD, MBA, LCSW-C, CEO of the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).The NASW is the largest membership organization of professional social workers in the world. NASW works to enhance the professional growth and development of its members, to create and maintain professional standards for social workers, and to advance sound social policies. The pair discusses Dr. Estreet's op-ed for Salon, titled, "Trump's Executive Orders Are Exacerbating the Country's Mental Health Crisis." (link here: https://www.salon.com/2025/03/12/executive-orders-are-exacerbating-the-countrys-mental-health/) Dr. Estreet earned a bachelor's in science in psychology from Bowie State University, an MSW at Virginia Commonwealth University, a doctorate in social work at Morgan State University, and an MBA at the University Maryland-College Park. He has been a professor and chair of the Master of Social Work Program at Morgan State University since 2013. Estreet is also founder and chief executive officer of Next Step Treatment Center in Baltimore, which provides substance use treatment and mental health services. The website for the NASW is SocialWorkers.org and you can follow them on BlueSky, where their handle is @naswsocialworkers.bsky.social.

Tackling the Biggest Stories Karel Cast 25-42 White House war plans leaks. Trump going after federal judges. Family deported after 35 years. $150k to live alone in San Francisco. 3x your hourly wage on groceries... Gay bar says NO to Maga clothing... There's a lot of stories out there and I'm going to round them up, explain them to you, and give you my opinion as Karel looks at the news. The Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 10:30 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram. Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember. The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarel https://youtube.com/live/Vm1ZpEv0VTY

Leslie is joined by Sean O'Brien, General President of the International Brotherhood of Teamsters. They begin the interview by acknowledging the accomplishments that President O'Brien and General Secretary-Treasurer Fred Zuckerman have helped their Union to achieve during their three years heading the organization. With 80,000 new members organized, great successes at the negotiating table including many of their best contracts ever like at UPS and Anheuser-Busch, an empowered rank-and-file membership that has waged over 250 strikes and led bargaining themselves against some of the world's largest employers, the O'Brien-Zuckerman administration has charted one of the most defining and positive chapters in Teamsters history. Next, Sean shares with the audience the Union's contract campaign with their 10,000 Teamsters aviation maintenance technicians (AMTs). They're fighting for a fair contract with United, who raked in over $4 billion dollars in profits last year, but is lowballing the Teamsters at the bargaining table. At the same time, the airline wants to outsource maintenance to communist China and South America. Sean explains how United Airlines Teamsters are ensuring safety in the skies, and that Teamster members will not accept anything less than a strong new contract with the industry-leading wages and job protections they have earned. Lastly, Leslie and Sean discuss how, following a credible strike threat, more than 1,000 newly organized drivers and warehouse workers at United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) in Florida, Georgia, and Illinois have ratified their first Teamsters contracts. Represented by Teamsters Locals 26, 79, 728, and 769, UNFI workers have secured agreements that deliver significant wage increases, improved benefits, and a defined benefit pension plan.  Founded in 1903, the International Brotherhood of Teamsters represents 1.3 million hardworking people in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico. Visit www.Teamster.org for more information. Follow them on X and Instagram, where their handle is @Teamsters, and “like” them on Facebook at www.Facebook.com/Teamsters. Sean's handle on X is @TeamsterSOB.