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LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST A formal impeachment investigation into Trump’s phone call to Ukraine! And Boris Johnson’s suspension of Parliament declared unlawful! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Emely and Amarynth for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 03:50 - Nancy Pelosi Announced A Formal Impeachment Investigation Into President Donald Trump 24:50 - White House mistakenly sends Trump-Ukraine talking points to Democrats 31:40 - Supreme Court: Suspending Parliament was unlawful, judges rule ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Amarynth Ruch Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Iran’s foreign minister won’t succumb to President Trump’s pressure! Trump implied he mentioned Joe Biden to the Ukrainian president! And a sixteen-year-old called out the U.N. for their lack of government action on the climate crisis ! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join [hosts] for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:31 - Trump suggests he mentioned Biden in phone call with Ukrainian president 16:11 - Iran's Foreign Minister: 'Abandon The Illusion' That Tehran Will Cave To Pressure 31:11 - Greta Thunberg Files Complaint Against United Nations ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Amelia Winger Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST House Democrats call for major gun control bills following mass shootings in El Paso and Dayton! National security advisor John Bolton is out of the White House! And Republican state parties are cancelling their primaries and caucuses! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amarynth and Emely for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 05:30 - House Democrats Push Major Gun Control Bills Forward Following The Mass Shootings In El Paso And Dayton 15:55 - John Bolton Is Gone 30:50 - More GOP challengers line up against Trump, more states cancel their primaries ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Russian spy extracted by U.S. government! FDA warns against Juul Labs’ misleading marketing! And crew found alive on capsized cargo ship! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Evan, Jennie, and Emely for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:34 - US Extracts Russian Spy Over Security Concerns 11:36 - Crew Found Alive in Capsized Boat 14:44 - FDA Warns Juul Labs Against Misleading Marketing 29:47 - Purdue Pharma Lawsuit Amid Opioid Crisis ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Hate crime against a Jewish synagogue in California kills one. William Barr holds up the Mueller investigation by refusing to testify to Congress. And Sri Lanka bans religious garments in wake of tragedy from Easter Sunday. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia, Jennie, and Valerie for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:39 - Poway Synagogue Shooting 3:32 -Poway Synagogue Shooting -- 2nd source 16:42 - Barr Threatens Not to Testify Before House, but Democrats May Subpoena Him 33:29 - Sri Lanka President Bans Face Coverings After Easter Sunday Attacks ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEYWORDS Poway, California, religion, gun violence, Passover, hate crimes, Attorney General William Barr, Robert Mueller, House Judiciary Committee, Congress, Sri Lanka, Islam, burka, niqab, Easter Sunday, ISIS, terrorism, President Maithripala Sirisensa

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST An Iraq war veteran faces deportation to Mexico after a felony conviction! Kim Jong-un heads to Russia to meet with Vladimir Putin! And the first major drug distribution company is criminally charged in the opioid crisis! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia, Evan, and Sam for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:56 - After Felony Conviction, Iraq War Veteran Faces Deportation To Mexico 16:01 - Kim Jong-un in Russia for Vladimir Putin summit 30:49 - First major drug distribution company, former executives, criminally charged in opioid crisis ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Iraq War, veteran, deportation, immigration, felony, Mexico, Kim Jong-un, North Korea, Vladimir Putin, Russia, international, opioid, crisis, conviction, Rochester

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Chelsea Manning’s request to be released early is denied! Donald Trump to sue House Democrats in attempt to thwart efforts to obtain his financial statements! And Supreme Court made contradictory rulings based on transgender and other LGBT issues! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia, Jennie, and Valerie for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:39 - Sri Lanka Easter Sunday Bombings 16:34 - Supreme Court to Decide Whether Bias Law Covers Gay and Transgender Workers 25:22 - Court Denies Chelsea Manning's Release 33:22 - Trump Sues to Block House Democrats from Obtaining His Financial Records ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Sri Lanka, Easter Sunday, Easter, Church bombings, terrorism, international terrorist organizations, Cinnamon Grand Hotel, St. Anthony’s Shrine, The Kingsbury Hotel, Colombo, Negombo, National Thowheed Jama’ath, Supreme Court, LGBTQ+, 1964 Civil Rights Act, Title VII, Chelsea Manning, WikiLeaks, President Donald Trump, Robert Mueller, House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, Democratic Representative Elijah Cummings, House Ways and Means Chairman Richard Neal,

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The redacted Mueller Report was finally released to the public! What did it include? Is Donald Trump completely exonerated? What can Congress do with the evidence? The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Tony and Amarynth for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 6:00 - Introduction to the Report 17:08 - Mueller’s Legal Definitions 24:41 - The Evidence: Factual Results of the Obstruction Investigation 44:18 - Conclusion: Overarching Factual Issues Report On The Investigation Into Russian Interference In The 2016 Presidential Election Bulleted Summary of Volume 2 by WHIP News Director Tony Pearson ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Robert Mueller, Mueller Report, Russia, Donald Trump, interference, 2016, presidential election, report, investigation, Russian interference, FBI, Jeff Sessions, Michael Cohen

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Attorney General Barr’s ruling reversal could hold asylum seekers in jail indefinitely! The millions of dollars raised for the Notre Dame sparks a conversation about the attention put on rebuilding black churches that were targeted earlier this month! And a Florida teen obsessed with Columbine is found dead after making threats to Colorado schools! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Evan and Amelia for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:52 - Barr makes major reversal in ruling some asylum seekers could be held indefinitely 09:31 - Alan García: Peru's former president kills himself ahead of arrest 15:58 - Indonesian Presidential Election 23:45 - Notre-Dame fire: Paris blaze inspires help for US black churches 31:41 - The Florida teen who was 'infatuated' with Columbine and made threats as she went to Colorado is now dead 41:30 - Pig brains partially revived four hours after death ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Attorney General, Barr, asylum, Alan Garcia, Peru, President, Notre Dame, fire, Louisiana, church, Florida, Columbine, shooting, schoo, threat, pigs, revival, science

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Lori Loughlin pleads not guilty to a number of charges surrounding the college admission scheme! The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is on fire! And Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota has received death threats after video clip surfaces of her simplifying 9/11. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia Winger, Jennie Sheffer, and Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 2:25 - Lori Loughlin Pleads Not Guilty to Money Laundering and Other Charges 7:47 - Mueller Report to be Released Thursday 17:09 - Omar has Received Death Threats Following 9/11 Video Clip 33:35 - Cathedral of Notre Dame Up in Flames ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Lori Loughlin, Mossimo Giannulli, college admission scandal, University of Southern California, Felicity Huffman, Robert Mueller, Mueller investigation, redaction, President Donald Trump, Attorney General William Barr, Representative Ilhan Omar, 9/11, World Trade Center, Twitter, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, Paris, Cathedral of Notre Dame, fire, French Prime Minister Edouard Philippe, French President Emmanuel Macron

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST WikiLeaks co-founder Julian Assange is arrested and could be extradited back to the US for conspiracy charges! Trump is considering releasing migrants detained at the border into Democratic sanctuary cities! And attorney Michael Avenatti could face up to 335 years in prison after being indicted on 36 federal charges! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amarynth, Emely, and Tony for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 02:56 - GOP Texas lawmaker reintroduces bill to allow death penalty for women who have abortions 11:37 - Twice as many companies paying zero taxes under Trump tax plan 20:02 - Julian Assange: Wikileaks co-founder arrested in London 29:00 - Trump Says He Is Considering Releasing Migrants in ‘Sanctuary Cities’ 35:41 - Attorney Michael Avenatti Has Been Indicted On 36 Federal Charges ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: GOP, Texas, Tony Tinderholt, abortion, death penalty, tax cut, Amazon, Netflix, Chevron, Deere, tax season, Julian Assange, Wikileaks, extradition, conspiracy, database, leak, Trump, sanctuary city, Democrat, London, UK, Michael Avenatti, tax evasion, IRS

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Could a series of Louisiana church fires be racially motivated? Cheap antibiotics in Kenya fuel deadly drug-resistant infections. Plus, President Trump declares a trained Iranian military force a terrorist group. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia Winger, Jennie Sheffer, and Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:13 - Director of Secret Service to Leave Post 11:01 - Series of Church Fires Suspected of Being Racially Charged 15:40 - Trump Designate IRGC as Terrorist Group 32:01 - Cheap Antibiotics Fuel Resistant Infections in Kenya ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Donald Trump, U.S. Secret Service Director Randolph Alles, DHS Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, Mar-A-Lago, Louisiana, State Fire Marshal H. Browning, St. Landry Parish, Mount Pleasant Baptist Church, Greater Union Baptist Church, Vivian United Pentecostal Church, Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps, Middle East, Iran, ISIS, Kenya, Kibera, antibiotics

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST President Trump threatens to shut down the southern US border, giving Mexico a year to fix the migrant situation! Joe Biden makes jokes about consent following allegations of inappropriate conduct from multiple women! And Democrats continue to demand a full release of the Mueller Report after complaints about Barr’s summary! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Tony, Amarynth, and Emely for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 05:42 - Trump Walks Back Threat To Close U.S. Border, Giving Mexico A '1-Year Warning' 15:40 - Joe Biden Made Multiple Jokes About Consent In His First Speech Since Allegations Of Inappropriate Contact 34:00 - Dems ratchet up pressure on Barr over Mueller probe ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Trump, Mexico, border, immigration, migrants, warning, Joe Biden, consent, MeToo, Lucy Flores, Democrats, Attorney General, Bar, Mueller Report, Russia, probe, special counsel

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Trump pushes proposals for an ACA replacement back until after the 2020 election! Brunei’s new anti-LGBTQ+ death-by-stoning law sparks international outcry! And the House Judiciary Committee authorizes a subpoena for Robert Mueller’s full report! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia, Sam, and Evan for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:37 - Trump backs off Obamacare replacement after top GOP leader nixes the idea 12:34 - Brunei’s new penal code would enshrine ‘cruel and inhuman punishments’ UN rights chief warns 16:03 - House panel authorizes subpoena for full Mueller Report 31:36 - As Trump rages over border, Kushner quietly plans legal immigration boost ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Donald Trump, president, Obamacare, GOP, Republican, GOP, Senate Majority Leader, Mitch McConnell, healthcare, Brunei, homophobia, stoning, United Nations, UN, House Panel, subpoena, Mueller Report, FBI, Russia, elections, obstruction, Kushner, immigrant, workers

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST China is set to ban fentanyl production and exports to the United States, allegations of sexual misconduct surface against Joe Biden, and child marriages in the US have been given a spotlight by a California Senator. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff! Join Amelia Winger, Jennie Sheffer, Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:29 - China To Ban Fentanyl Production 15:45 - Joe Biden Sexual Misconduct Allegations 30:12 - Supreme Court Death Penalty Case 39:20 - Bill Against Child Marriage in California ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Donald Trump, War on Drugs, fentanyl, China, drug abuse, drug rehabilitation, Philadelphia, Kensington, Joe Biden, sexual misconduct, Lucy Flores, 2020 presidential election, Supreme Court, death penalty, cruel and unusual punishment, Eighth Amendment, Justice Neil Gorsuch, Justice Stephen Breyer, Justice Brett Kavanaugh, child marriage, Senator Jerry Hill, Pennsylvania, human rights abuse

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The United Kingdom’s anticipated withdrawal from the European Union is stalled once again as MPs reject May’s agreement! The Mueller Report will be available to the public by mid-April! And more people are registering to move to New Zealand following their response to the Christchurch attack! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amarynth and Maya for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 02:37 - Brexit: MPs reject May's EU withdrawal agreement 15:27 - Mueller report will be delivered by ‘mid-April, if not sooner,’ attorney general tells Congress 23:00 - After New Zealand Attacks, More People Registered to Move There 29:35 - How America’s Biggest Theater Chains Are Exploiting Their Janitors 36:10 - Apple tries to take a bite out of credit card industry ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Brexit, UK, United Kingdom, Great Britain, Britain, Theresa May, Parliament, Labour, Tories, Mueller Report, Mueller, attorney general, Russia, Trump, probe, New Zealand, Christchurch, theater, janitors, Apple, credit card

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST A New York county bans unvaccinated children from public spaces following a measles outbreak! Chicago prosecutors drop the charges on Jussie Smollett, immediately sparking criticism! And Theresa May promises to step down if her party backs her Brexit deal! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia and Evan for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:32 - Measles outbreak leads New York county to ban unvaccinated children from public spaces 11:26 - Betsy DeVos grilled in Congress over proposed elimination of Special Olympics funding 16:15 - Vatican women editors resign from women's magazine 27:01 - Priest stabbed while leading televised Mass in Montreal; suspect arrested 30:40 - Jussie Smollett: Mayor says case makes Chicago look foolish 39:19 - Brexit: Theresa May vows to stand down if deal is passed ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Attorney General William Barr presents his summary of the Mueller investigation before Congress! Attempts to legalize marijuana fail in New Jersey. And two survivors of Parkland’s MSD school shooting open the conversation about mental health in schools. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia Winger, Jennie Sheffer, and Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:39 - Mueller Investigation Comes to a Close 15:35 - Israel Strikes Hamas 24:42- Marijuana Legalization Fails in New Jersey 30:26 - Two Survivors of Parkland Die by Suicide ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Robert Mueller, President Trump, Russia, 2016 Presidential Election, impeachment, Internet Research Agency, Israel, Hamas, Arab/Israeli conflict, legalization, marijuana, New Jersey, war on drugs, Parkland, Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, mental health, mental illness, gun control, gun violence

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST WHIP’s News Department is rolling out some updates to its Crackdown, featuring a fact-checking group to bring you the best, most accurate content! Racial tensions in Charlottesville continue after a threat is posted online targeting minority groups at the high school! And some Indiana teachers are calling for changes to state legislation after being shot with an airsoft gun in a training simulation! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amarynth, Tony, and Emely for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 05:55 - Updates on WHIP News Department and New Fact-Checking Group 17:08 - Teenager Arrested in Charlottesville After Racist Online Threat Shuts Schools for 2 Days 33:40 - Teachers Were Injured After Being Shot With Plastic Pellets "Execution-Style" During An Active Shooter Drill 43:18 - Karen Uhlenbeck Is the First Woman to Win Math’s Top Prize ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Charlottesville, 4chan, 8chan, Indiana, teachers, ALICE training, Karen Uhlenbeck, mathematics, soap bubbles, threat, geometry, airsoft, pellets, fact checking, WHIP News Department, Crackdown. active shooter, social media, extremist

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Disney closes a deal to acquire Fox in one of the biggest mergers in media history! The Trump administration proposes changes to the Higher Education Act to cap student loans! West Virginia accuses a former bishop and church leaders of violating consumer protection laws! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia, Sam, and Evan for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:20 - Disney Monopoly Grows 15:28 - Trump Administration Proposes Capping Student Loans, Cutting Repayment Options 30:24 - West Virginia Sues Bishop and Diocese Over Sex Abuse, Citing Consumer Protection ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Disney, Fox, merger, Comcast, Trump, student loans, Higher Education Act, West Virginia, Catholic Church, consumer protection

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The United States Supreme Court rejects a prominent LGBT case appeal. #NunsToo speak out against abuse. New Zealand begins its inquiry into the gunman behind Friday's terrorist attacks. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia Winger, Jennie Sheffer, and Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 2:05 - New Zealand to Begin Inquiry into Gunman 15:44 - Supreme Court Rejects to Hear LGBT Case 30:35 - #NunsToo ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: New Zealand, Christchurch, mosque, Facebook, social media, memes, gun laws, Second Amendment, Supreme Court, LBGTQ+ , Hawaii, Kavanaugh, #MeToo, #NunsToo, Catholic Church, Pope Francis, George Pell, sexual abuse

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The attack on two mosques in New Zealand prompts a conversation on radicalization and the fundamental similarities and differences between extremist groups. President Trump is planning to veto the legislation created to block his national emergency, and students around the globe skip class to call for action on stopping climate change. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Tony and Emely for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 2:52 - Christchurch shootings: Death toll rises to 49 following terrorist attack 16:07 - Anti-Defamation League Report on Terrorism from 2018 | ADL Report from 2017 | the CATO Institute Report 33:43 - Trump expected to sign first veto of his presidency 41:42 - Skipping school around the world to push for action on climate change ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Christchurch, New Zealand, ideology, radicalization, Trump, veto, border wall, national emergency, climate change, protest, United Nations

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The biggest college admissions fraud EVER involves wealthy parents and well known celebrities! Paul Manafort gets sentenced to three and a half more years in prison - with more on the horizon! And Brexit looms ever closer!The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join hosts Evan, Sam, and Amelia for a rational look at current events around the world. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:39 - Paul Manafort Sentenced to 3.5 More Years in Prison 16:07 - How the largest college admissions fraud ever let wealthy parents cheat the system 31:00 - George Pell: Cardinal jailed for child sexual abuse in Australia 41:40 - UK lawmakers seek to stop a chaotic Brexit amid EU warnings ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST An unprecedented blackout in Venezuela! President Trump proposes a budget! And controversy around Fox News' Tucker Carlson! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia Winger, Jennie Sheffer, and Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:36 - Fox News Host Controversy 15:12 - Trump Budget Proposal 30:24 - Venezuela Blackout ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Fox News, conservative, Tucker Carlson, media, Tucker Carlson Tonight, Media Matters for America, President Donald Trump, budget, military spending, welfare programs, Environmental Protection Agency, Venezuela, Nicolas Maduro, Juan Guiado, National Assembly of Venezuela, blackout

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST States are beginning to refuse exemptions for vaccinations following outbreaks across the country! Virginia’s administration sees another racist scandal after the First Lady hands cotton to young black students! And Trump ordered White House officials to grant his son-in-law a top-level security clearance! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amarynth and Emely for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:50 - States Move To Restrict Parents' Refusal To Vaccinate Their Kids 13:10 - Virginia’s First Lady Apologizes for Handing Cotton to Black Students on Tour 20:27 - LGBT advocates criticise Biden for calling Pence 'decent' 30:00 - Trump Ordered Officials to Give Jared Kushner a Security Clearance 39:50 - Pakistan Frees Indian Pilot Who Was Beaten by a Mob and Then Served Tea ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Vaccines, measles, outbreak, Virginia, Northam, Joe Biden, Mike Pence, LGBTQ, Trump, Jared Kushner, security clearance, Pakistan, India, Kashmir

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The House of Representatives passes a resolution to end Trump’s national emergency for border wall funding! Michael Cohen testifies and calls Trump a ‘con man’! And tensions between India and Pakistan are rising as the airstrikes for power over Kashmir continue! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Evan, Sam, and Amelia for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:20 - House passes resolution to nullify Trump’s national emergency declaration 15:55 - Michael Cohen Testimony 30:27 - India demands Pakistan release pilot as Kashmir crisis intensifies ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Congress, national emergency, Trump, nullify, Michael Cohen, testimony, Russia, India, Pakistan, Kashmir, airstrikes, nuclear weapons

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Trump continues his talks with Kim Jong Un, and Paul Manafort continues to find himself in more and more trouble! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amelia Winger, Jennie Sheffer, and Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 1:03 - Paul Manafort Trial 15:31 - Trump & North Korea Summit 30:37 - Trump Sexual Misconduct Allegations ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Donald Trump, North Korea, 2016 election, nuclear war, Paul Manafort, Mueller investigation, North Korea summit, Hanoi, Vietnam

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Lawsuits to stop the national emergency! Refusing to stand for the Pledge! And protests within the UK’s Labour Party! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius, Amelia, and Valerie for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:56 - States Prepare Lawsuits Regarding National Emergency 16:00 - 11 Year Old Arrested After Refusal To Stand For Pledge Of Allegiance Led To Altercation 31:10 - Seven MPs Leave Labour Party In Protest At Jeremy Corbyn's Leadership ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Trump, national emergency, pledge, lawsuit, Labour Party, UK, England, Jeremy Corbyn

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Trump declares a national emergency! Some information on 2020 presidential candidates! And students protest climate change The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Amarynth and Emely for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:45 - Trump Declares National Emergency to Build Border Wall 16:42 - The 2020 U.S. Presidential Race: A Cheat Sheet 37:42 - Climate strike: Schoolchildren protest over climate change ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Trump, national emergency, border, funding, shutdown, Congress, 2020, election, president, climate change, UK

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST El Chapo found guilty! North Korea hasn’t slowed down its nuclear program! And it’s the one year anniversary of Parkland. The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius and Amelia for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:28 - El Chapo Found Guilty 16:40 - US Commander Says North Korea Has Not Slowed Down Nuclear Program 32:30 - Parkland: A Year After the School Shooting That Was Supposed to Change Everything ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: El Chapo, War on Drugs, North Korea, Trump, Kim Jong Un, nuclear weapons, Parkland, gun control

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The government may shut down again! Ilhan Omar receives criticism from her own party! And Philadelphia politics! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius Toth, Amelia Winger, and Valerie Dowret for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 2:40 - Government Shutdown 17:44 - Pelosi & Democrats 35:25 - Philadelphia Corruption ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Jennie Sheffer Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Government, shutdown, politics, Nancy Pelosi, Democrat, Ilhan Omar, anti-Semitism, Twitter, Philly, corruption, gerrymandering, John Dougherty

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos accuses American Media Inc. of blackmail! Acting Attorney General Matthew Whitaker testifies in front of a Congressional commission! And the Supreme Court blocks a Louisiana abortion law! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Tony Pearson and Amarynth Ruch for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 05:25 - Jeff Bezos Accuses American Media Inc of Blackmail 24:30 - Whitaker: “I Have Not Interfered With Mueller Investigation” 35:10 - Supreme Court Blocks Louisiana Abortion Law ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud KEY WORDS: Jeff Bezos, Amazon, National Enquirer, blackmail, Matthew Whitaker, Congress, Russia, Mueller, Supreme Court, abortion, Louisiana, Kavanaugh

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The State of the Union Address! Secret files between Trump and Russia! And the Pope acknowledges sexual abuse within the Catholic Church! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius, Sam, and Evan for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:20 - Summary Of The State Of The Union Address 15:50 - Secret Files Demonstrate Business Connections Between Candidate Trump and Russia 32:25 - Pope Acknowledges Sexual Abuse Of Nuns Within Catholic Church ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Virginia Capitol Thrown into Chaos! Saudi Arabian Ministry Misogynistic App! And Life saving Medicine Price Hikes! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius, Amelia, and Valerie for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 02:00 - Virginia Capitol Thrown Into Chaos as Pressure on Northam Intensifies 16:32 - SAUDI ARABIAN MINISTRY OF INTERIOR HAS AN APP THAT ALLOWS MALE GUARDIANS TO CONTROL THEIR FEMALE DEPENDENTS' TRAVEL OPTIONS 31:41 - Sanders wants answers on why low-cost drug is suddenly priced at $375,000 ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Samantha Hughes. Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST The U.S. suspends its nuclear arms treaty with Russia! McConnell calls Election Day reforms a “power grab”! And U.K. businesses are preparing for Brexit! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius, Amarynth, and Tony for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 02:53 - U.S. Suspends Nuclear Arms Control Treaty With Russia Long Story Short on MAD Theory 17:50 - Mitch McConnell Calls Election Day Holiday A "Power Grab" By Democrats 33:19 - 1 In 3 British Businesses To Shift Operations Away From UK In Anticipation Of Rough Brexit 38:15 - Avoid EA: The Fun Is About To End 44:00 - Months-Long Dutch Church Service To Protect Migrants Ends After Policy Shift ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Trump disagrees with the intelligence community! Why are insulin prices going up? And the Pittsburgh synagogue shooting suspect faces more charges! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius and Sam for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 2:30 - Trump Disagrees With Intelligence Community on Iran and North Korea 17:45 - Insulin Prices Rise, Congress Asks “Why?” 30:58 - Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting Suspect Faces More Charges ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Possible future shutdown! US and Taliban Peace! And Northern Ireland and Brexit! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius, Amelia and Valerie for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 02:00 - Trump Doubtful Over Border Deal, Says Another Shutdown “Certainly an Option” 15:20 - U.S. and Taliban Agree in Principle to Peace Framework, Envoy Says 30:41 - NORTHERN IRELAND BUSINESS LEADERS CLAMOR FOR BREXIT DEAL ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Samantha Hughes Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST A key Trump advisor is arrested! Angela Merkel steps down from CDU! And what’s happening in Venezuela? The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius, Tony, and Amarynth for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 02:20 - Venezuela is in a Pickle 18:20 - FBI Arrests Roger Stone, Key Trump Advisor 38:25 - Merkel Steps Down From CDU Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST Government shutdown updates! The LA Teacher’s Strike finally ends! And Jack Ma! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Julius, Evan, and Sam for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. DISCUSSION TIMES AND SOURCES: 01:53 - Virginia Pilot Updates on the Government Shutdown https://pilotonline.com/news/government/politics/nation/article_323b9306-7fa1-510f-a4a4-a202a97fa85a.html 14:53 - LA Teacher's Strike Ending https://www.npr.org/2019/01/22/687374562/a-deal-in-the-la-teachers-strike-now-union-members-to-vote 32:02 - Jack Ma - Communist CEO https://www.fairobserver.com/region/asia_pacific/jack-ma-alibaba-group-china-communist-party-capitalist-business-news-headlines-23909/ ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Emely Morel Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST MONDAY 1/21 | GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN - DAY 31! HOUSE GOP REVIVES FBI, DOJ PROBES! And ALTERCATION AT THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL! The world’s a busy place, and thanks to the internet, we witness a whole lotta’ stuff. Join Tony Pearson, Julius Toth and Amelia Winger for a rational look at current events around the world - only on Rational Radio. 01:35 - GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN - DAY 31 01:35 - According to Time 15:31 - HOUSE GOP REVIVES FBI, DOJ PROBES 32:06 - ALTERCATION AT THE LINCOLN MEMORIAL ATTRIBUTIONS: Live show edited to podcast format by Samantha Hughes Intro music: Chicago by [JCM] Canada, available on Soundcloud

FRIDAY 1/18 | Join hosts Tony and Amarynth as they discuss the news department’s plan for the spring semester, bias in the media and news selection, and Buzzfeed’s latest report on the Russia investigation on this episode of Rational Radio. Skip to a topic: 1:15 - WHIP News Department’s Semester Plan 20:52 - Bias in the Media and News Selection 36:22 - This May Be the Smoking Gun in the Russia Investigation NOTE: The contents of this Buzzfeed News report have since been partially disputed by the Special Counsel. Buzzfeed News has maintained the claims made in its original report. More information can be found in this report by the Hill. Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST FRIDAY 12/07 | Two students in New Hampshire sing a song about the KKK to the tune of 'Jingle Bells', an Ohio dad makes his daughter walk five miles to school after bullying a student on the bus, and PETA suggests new idioms to prevent 'anti-animal language'. Join hosts Irish, Maya, and Dan for a look at current events around the world on Rational Radio. Skip to a topic: 2:48 - Recording: Students sing song about KKK to ‘Jingle Bells’ https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/recording-students-sing-song-about-kkk-to-jingle-bells/2018/12/03/17269f7e-f740-11e8-8642-c9718a256cbd_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.0cc25d623c42 14:23 - Ohio dad makes girl walk miles to school for bullying on bus https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-46471438 30:08 - Rudy Giuliani’s typo became an anti-Trump message. He blamed Twitter, but this Atlanta man pranked him. https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2018/12/05/rudy-giulianis-typo-became-an-anti-trump-message-he-blamed-twitter-this-atlanta-man-pranked-him/?utm_term=.c1d668655357 37:00 - PETA's suggestion to change commonly used idioms invites mirth of internet https://mashable.com/article/peta-anti-animal-language-twitter/#bBxvfDtcXmqu Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST DATE 12/05 | Join hosts Julius, Alesia, and Evan on this episode of Rational Radio as they discuss George H.W. Bush's funeral and legacy, updates on the US-China trade war, and the cancelled G20 Summit meeting between President Trump and Vladimir Putin. Skip to a topic: 1:52 - George Herbert Walker Bush's Funeral https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/the-state-funeral-for-george-hw-bush-mourners-to-include-all-living-us-presidents/2018/12/05/952dcc72-f87f-11e8-8d64-4e79db33382f_story.html?utm_term=.54524d183ea0 15:25 - Updates on the US - China Trade War https://www.nytimes.com/2018/12/02/business/trade-truce-china-us.html 30:58 - Russia Laughs as Trump Ducks G20 Summit Meeting with Putin https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/30/russians-at-g-20-chide-trump-for-canceling-putin-meeting-blame-us-politics.html Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST MONDAY 12/03 | Russian tanks begin lining up on Ukraine's border, the International Climate Conference kicks off in Poland, and a groundbreaking coral reef method is accidentally discovered. Join hosts Tony, Irish, and Dan for discussions on Russia, climate change, and coral reef recovery. Skip to a topic: 05:41 - Russian Tanks Massing On Ukraine's Border https://news.sky.com/story/ukraine-accuses-russia-of-putting-tanks-on-border-11567237?fbclid=IwAR0v7VAZr2Qmn9R_4zYMsR8DlV4nH9TH7uuh-ZTGSzSdULEgj-jtc3C1jVE 18:23 - 'Don't Underestimate Us' - MI6 Chief Warns Russia In Rare Speech https://news.sky.com/story/mi6-chief-warns-rogue-states-dont-underestimate-us-11570425 26:52 - High Stakes As International Climate Conference Begins https://www.npr.org/2018/12/03/671243911/high-stakes-as-international-climate-conference-begins 35:47 - Sir David Attenborough Speaks At Climate Conference https://www.bbc.com/news/science-environment-46398057 40:06 - Groundbreaking Coral Reef Recovery Method Accidentally Discovered By A Scientist https://greatlakesledger.com/2018/12/03/groundbreaking-coral-reef-recovery-method-accidentally-discovered-by-a-scientist/ 47:06 - In Twist, Trump Now Bemoaning Military Spending As ‘Crazy’ https://talkingpointsmemo.com/livewire/in-twist-trump-bemoans-military-spending-as-crazy Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST FRIDAY 11/30 | A Dallas police officer is indicted for murder charges after killing a man in his own apartment, a man is convicted of obstruction after refusing to open the door for police, and a patient describes his journey following a face transplant. Join hosts Maya, Irish, and Dan for a rational look at current events around the world on Rational Radio. Skip to a topic: 2:11 - Dallas Police Officer Who Shot Man In His Own Apartment Indicted https://www.cnn.com/2018/11/30/us/dallas-police-officer-botham-jean/index.html 15:45 - Man Convicted Of Obstruction For Refusing To Open His Door For Police https://theappeal.org/man-convicted-of-obstruction-for-refusing-to-open-his-door-for-police/?fbclid=IwAR2Vqdq8O_eF_Fz1HcLWNTL9AHUvYf8lLrQxic2zhQSlNtdmfAkq_o9NqX8 30:32 - Face Transplant Patient Reveals Incredible Transformation https://news.sky.com/story/its-been-well-worth-it-face-transplant-patient-reveals-incredible-transformation-11567561?fbclid=IwAR3GooE2MII3IBgV3mXGi6Bianfc_qg0ls_NOx0i6tBskAkodPaYEd7PKuQ 35:21 - Southwest Apologizes After Employee At California Airport Reportedly Mocked Young Girl Named Abcde https://www.mercurynews.com/2018/11/30/southwest-apologizes-after-employee-at-john-wayne-airport-reportedly-mocked-young-passenger-over-her-name/ Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST WEDNESDAY 11/28 | The White House holds a press briefing after again trying to revoke CNN's Jim Acosta's press pass, Dr. Ford is still receiving death threats after her testimony, and President Trump retweets a post accusing prominent Democrats of treason. Join Julius, Evan, and Alecia for a rational look at current events around the world on Rational Radio. Skip to a topic: 1:18 - CNN’s Jim Acosta Back In White House Briefings https://www.politico.com/story/2018/11/27/acosta-sanders-cnn-press-briefing-1019428 14:46 - An Update On Dr. Ford And Justice Kavanaugh https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/dont-worry-brett-kavanaugh-is-still-coaching-girls-basketball_us_5bfea579e4b0d23c2138aace 30:59 - President Trump vs. Deputy Attorney General Rosentein https://www.newsweek.com/did-trump-just-accuse-rod-rosenstein-treason-president-retweets-image-showing-1234904 Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST MONDAY 11/26 | U.S. agents fire tear gas at a group of migrants as they try to cross the border into the United States, while NASA's InSight lander reaches Mars. Join hosts Tony, Irish, and Dan for discussions on immigration policy and space exploration on this episode of Rational Radio. Skip to a topic: 6:36 - U.S. Agents Spray Tear Gas At Migrants, Briefly Close Tijuana Border Entry https://www.npr.org/2018/11/25/670687806/u-s-agents-spray-tear-gas-at-migrants-briefly-close-tijuana-border-entry 18:20 - Border Patrol Foundation President Says Tear-Gassing Migrants Is Fine Because It’s ‘Natural’ https://www.complex.com/life/2018/11/border-patrol-foundation-president-claims-using-tear-gar-on-migrants-is-fine-because-its-natural 33:52 - NASA's InSight Lander Safely Touches Down On Mars https://www.cbsnews.com/news/mars-landing-nasa-insight-lander-safely-touches-down-on-mars-today-2018-11-26 Edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST FRIDAY 11/16 | A judge orders the White House to restore Jim Acosta's press credentials, Betsy DeVos announces enhanced protections for students accused of sexual assault, and an NJ couple is arrested for lying about their GoFundMe campaign. Join hosts Irish, Maya, and Dan for a rational look at politics and current events around the world. Skip to a topic: 3:35 - Judge Rules In Favor Of CNN, Temporarily Restores Correspondent's Credential https://www.npr.org/2018/11/16/668359711/judge-rules-in-favor-of-cnn-temporarily-restores-correspondents-credential 16:15 - Education Dept. Proposes Enhanced Protection For Students Accused Of Sexual Assault
https://www.npr.org/2018/11/16/668556728/education-dept-proposes-enhanced-protection-for-students-accused-of-sexual-assau 29:09 - New Jersey Couple's GoFundMe Campaign To Help Homeless Man 'Was Predicated On A Lie' https://www.npr.org/2018/11/15/668454611/new-jersey-couples-gofundme-campaign-to-help-homeless-man-was-predicated-on-a-li 36:00 - More Than 600 People Now Missing In California's Deadliest Fire https://www.npr.org/2018/11/16/668552010/more-than-600-people-now-missing-in-californias-deadliest-fire Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST WEDNESDAY 11/14 | Join hosts Tony and Julius on this episode of Rational Radio as they interview special guest Frank Cervone from Child Advocates and discuss the school to prison pipeline and its effects on school systems, nationally and in Philadelphia. Philly Tribune article discussing the problem: http://www.phillytrib.com/news/addressing-racial-bias-and-school-to-prison-pipeline/article_d0c334b3-0d9f-52f9-bc80-206edbcb19fc.html An academic overview of the issue: http://pacenterofexcellence.pitt.edu/documents/ID%20and%20CJS%20in%20PA%2012%2013%2012%20-%20final%20copy%20sent%20to%20MHJAC.pdf Frank Cervone - Support Center for Child Advocates https://sccalaw.org/the-legals-lifetime-achievement-awards/ Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST MONDAY 11/12 | Trump urges Florida officials to end the recount efforts, the California wildfires continue to spread, and Chinese authorities deploy a surveillance tool that could ID people based on how they walk. Join hosts Tony and Dan for discussions on recounts, wildfires, and gait recognition on this episode of Rational Radio. Skip to a topic: 7:51 - Trump Urges End To Florida Recount, Democrats Seek Extension https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-election/trump-urges-end-to-florida-recount-democrats-seek-extension-idUSKCN1NH1U8 17:50 - Stan Lee Dead At 95 https://www.npr.org/2018/11/12/106322838/a-marvel-of-a-man-stan-lee-dead-at-95 22:19 - Death Toll In California Wildfire Climbs To At Least 31 https://www.npr.org/2018/11/11/666817955/death-toll-in-california-wildfires-climbs-to-at-least-31 32:12 - Chinese ‘Gait Recognition’ Tech IDs People By How They Walk https://apnews.com/bf75dd1c26c947b7826d270a16e2658a Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada

LISTEN TO RATIONAL RADIO LIVE ON WHIP | M/W/F 4-5PM EST FRIDAY 11/09 | Join hosts Irish, Maya, and Dan on this episode of Rational Radio as they discuss Wednesday night's shooting in Thousand Oaks and what can be done to address mental health and gun control in the United States. Skip to a topic: 4:25 - Thousand Oaks Gunman Went from Marine Vet to Mass Shooter https://www.cnn.com/2018/11/09/us/thousand-oaks-shooting/index.html 17:47 - Focusing on Mental Health and Gun Reform 31:20 - How Can the U.S. Address These Issues? Live show edited to podcast format by EMELY MOREL Intro music attribution: Chicago by [JCM] Canada