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Politics, entertainment, news, advice and information. Mostly politics. The Politicrat daily podcast website: https://ThePoliticrat.com The Politicrat Daily Podcast Shop: https://the-politicrat.myshopify.com Tweet to Omar: https://twitter.com/thepopcornreel The official The Politicrat Facebook page: https://bit.ly/3bU1O7c Moore On Medium: https://omooresf.medium.com

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    Happy Juneteenth! How Juneteenth Happened: The Black Liberation Struggle; "No Kings" And The Last Nine Months

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2025 88:27


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore celebrates, honors and chronicles Juneteenth and its history--exactly 160 years ago today. Plus: A luta continua (the struggle continues.) And: A look back at "No Kings" with some very important audio you simply cannot afford to miss. A very important and edifying edition of The Politicrat. Next. STOP THE BIG B.S. BILL: Call your U.S. senators -- especially Republican senators (Lisa Murkowski, Susan Collins, Bill Cassady, Rand Paul) at 202-224-3121. And call your member of Congress. Do it today!BOOK RECOMMENDATION:"The Counter-Revolution Of 1836: Texas Slavery & Jim Crow And The Roots Of American Fascism", by Prof. Gerald HorneRecorded June 19, 2025.If you would like to contribute financially to The Politicrat: please send money via Zelle to omooresf@gmail.comSocial media:SUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Why Is The Month Of June Always So Violent? An Abbrieviated History

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2025 48:06


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore asks why is June always such a violent month? (Well, every month is.) But June, why June - which seems to be so violent as a month historically - is it because summer is on the way? A brief historical look at the month we're currently in. Also: Local news anchor tomfoolery in Minnesota following the assassination of state representative Melissa Hortman and her husband allegedly by a white Trump supporter. Plus: New York Governor Kathy Hochul has some choice words for the Trump Regime.If you would like to contribute financially to The Politicrat: please send money via Zelle to omooresf@gmail.comRecorded June 18, 2025.Social media:SUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    We The People, In America

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2025 147:54


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the American public and its collective mental state in the wake of the Trump Regime and its violation of law, the U.S. Constitution and oath of office. Also: California governor Gavin Newsom defends his state. Plus: Ronald Reagan, the notion of leadership and the lessons of scandal, then and now. Extra: The Dropkick Murphys on MAGA, last year.If you would like to contribute financially to The Politicrat: please send money via Zelle to omooresf@gmail.comFEATURED STORY:Pete Hegseth and a $134 million case of waste, fraud and abuse (June 10, 2025) :https://apnews.com/article/pentagon-congress-hegseth-signal-hearings-c53cd37c2eae4327dd74e4c717057469The National Guard are not being given food, water or any kind of preparation (June 9, 2025) :https://www.sfchronicle.com/california/article/national-guard-california-photos-20368334.phpRecorded June 10, 2025.Social media:SUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Trump Regime Authoritarianism In Los Angeles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2025 79:39


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore talks about the Trump Regime illegality and authoritarianism in Los Angeles, California. Also: Some stories you may have missed over the last week or so. If you would like to contribute financially to The Politicrat: please send money via Zelle to omooresf@gmail.comFEATURED STORIES:The Supreme Court ruling on DOGE being able to continue to have access to and look at your Social Security information:(See Justice Jackson's dissent on page 3)https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/24pdf/24a1063_6j37.pdf (June 6, 2025)Trump taps Palantir to compile data on Americans:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/technology/trump-palantir-data-americans.html?searchResultPosition=2(May 30, 2025)Recorded June 8, 2025.Social media:SUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    When Don And Elon Fight, And You Laugh It Up, Who Is The Joke Really On?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 7, 2025 56:22


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore talks about the Donald Trump-Elon Musk spat and the ridicule surrounding it. Plus: A mission statement for us all.If you would like to contribute financially to The Politicrat: please send money via Zelle to omooresf@gmail.comFEATURED STORY:Trump taps Palantir to compile data on Americans:https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/technology/trump-palantir-data-americans.html?searchResultPosition=2(May 30, 2025)Recorded June 6, 2025.Social media:SUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Why The Poland, Romania And South Korea Elections Are Key And A Global Perspective Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2025 94:15


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore important elections in Poland, Romania and South Korea and their implications for the globe. Also: White nationalist and anti-Islam politician Geert Wilders causes political havoc and upheaval in The Netherlands. Plus: Key advice for your health, and the necessity of medical checkups (even if you don't want them). And: Jonathan Capehart comes to town.If you would like to contribute financially to The Politicrat: please send money via Zelle to omooresf@gmail.comFEATURED STORY:US Supreme Court rules a white straight woman passed over for a job for a gay man can sue for "reverse discrimination":https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-discrimination-lawsuit-ohio-205f07a2d47d7a46cfc96a5fefdf9269(June 5, 2025)Recorded June 5, 2025.Social media:SUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    What Is The One Thing In The World That You Cannot Do Without?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 2, 2025 120:07


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore asks, what is the one thing in the world that you cannot do without (apart from your health, etc)?FEATURED STORIES:DOGE cuts harm everyday Americans, not save them money:(June 1, 2025)https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/us/politics/doge-cuts-elon-musk-trump.html?unlocked_article_code=1.L08.X9YJ.IvtOSMsp3bAq&smid=url-shareDeep cuts by the Trump regime to health and medicine in the United States, with more to come: (May 31, 2025)https://apnews.com/article/public-health-measles-rfk-maha-trump-d863f53a5d370413de8d165d5ab96e65Recorded June 1, 2025.Social media:SUBSCRIBE: https://politicrat.substack.comSUBSCRIBE: https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Elon Musk Is Disappearing Around A Corner In D.C.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2025 40:28


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the supposed "exit" of Elon Musk from the Trump regime (he's not really going anywhere.) Also: Joy Reid's new show and the media you must watch now.ProPublica story - Trump regime admittedly deported Venezuelans with no criminal records (May 30, 2025): https://www.propublica.org/article/trump-el-salvador-deportees-criminal-convictions-cecot-venezuelaRecorded May 30, 2025.Social media:https://mooreo.substack.comhttps://politicrat.substack.comhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Vice President Kamala Harris Told You - And Now Your 401(k)s Are Listening (And Liberated)

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 70:21


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the extreme self-harm Donald Trump and Republicans have caused everyday people in America and across the globe with the insane, unnecessary and destructive tariffs he has inflicted, tanking global markets and economies.Also: Remembering a very painful day, exactly 57 years ago today. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, assassinated in Memphis.US Senator Cory Booker's record 25-hour, five minute speech on the US Senate Floor, March 31-April 1, 2025 - https://www.c-span.org/clip/us-senate/senator-cory-booker-d-nj-breaks-record-for-longest-floor-speech-in-senate-history/5159021Nobel Prize winning economists warn Trump would be worse for economy and plunge US and world into a recession, June 26, 2024: https://www.reuters.com/world/us/16-nobel-prize-winning-economists-say-trump-policies-will-fuel-inflation-2024-06-25/Recorded April 4, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Put Your Activist Heart Into This Moment; The Attack On Black (People)

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2025 93:23


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on Trump Admin's relentless attacks on Black people and their contributions to the US. Also: Activism must be our collective middle name.Ditching Tesla, by Led By Donkeys: https://youtu.be/ncA8L4DZBtoList of Social Security Admin offices closing in the US:https://apnews.com/article/social-security-offices-closures-doge-trump-b2b1a5b2ba4fb968abc3379bf90715ffRecorded March 20, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Welcome To March Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 57:05


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on Israel's government violating a ceasefire with Hamas by killing over 400 Palestinian people in Gaza. Also: As for America - this IS who we are. And: Reaching out and listening to young people rather than talking at them.Recorded March 18, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Democrats Are In Danger Of Irrelevance; Gavin Newsom Gifts White Nationalists

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 66:59


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the Democratic Party's dangerous capitulation in the face of fascism and the risk of their own irrelevance, if not extinction. Also: California governor Gavin Newsom genuflects to and abets white nationalists--just in time for his widely-expected 2028 run for the White House.Recorded March 14, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    You Cannot Look Away...And The Importance Of Mental Health And Being Good To Yourself

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2025 43:03


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore stresses the importance of not looking away from or avoiding the news re: what Trump and Musk are doing to you and everyday people across the USA. Your awareness of the news--yes, your constant immersion in it--no. Also: Omar outlines more specific steps to cope with the current environment we find ourselves in and steps to improve your mental health.Recorded March 12, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Stocks A Ticking Time Bomb Thanks To Trump, Media Melts And Canada Goes Carney

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2025 78:08


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on Trump tanking the stock markets with his irrational tariffs. Also: The US corporate news media wilts and accessorizes fascism, particularly the owner of The Washington Post. Plus: Canada's Liberal Party chooses Mark Carney, a previously unelected figure, to be its new leader and the country's next prime minister. Recorded March 11, 2025.Roberta Flack memorial service (March 10, 2025): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gSEs5qZXFsSocial media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Let's Stay Together With Rep. Al Green

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2025 76:57


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the courageous and lonely stand of Representative Al Green amidst lies and gaslighting on Tuesday by convicted felon Donald Trump. Also: Your mental health in these times--and improving it. Recorded March 6, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    In Re Joy Reid, Our Reaction And The Critical Need To Support Black-Owned Media And Its Infrastructure

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 75:58


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore focuses on MSNBC's firing of Joy Reid but also more so on the reaction to it and what a better path forward looks like in terms of the support of Ms. Reid and Black owned media more pointedly. Recorded February 23, 2025.Patronize thousands of Black-owned businesses: https://obws.comAUDIO: Omar's analysis of the German election 2025 results (on Spoutible) : https://spoutible.com/pod/67bba658cbcb6ea2f3385fb5Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Remembering Malcolm X, Exactly 60 Years After His Assassination; "Ballot Or The Bullet" Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 21, 2025 106:41


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore remembers Malcolm X (El Hajj Malik El-Shabazz) exactly 60 years to the day of his tragic assassination at the Audubon Ballroom in Upper Manhattan in New York City. Also: Audio of the full speech by Malcolm X of "The Ballot Or The Bullet", delivered in April 1964 in Detroit, Michigan.Recorded February 21, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    American Gangsters; Ukraine, Russia And Facts

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2025 64:13


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore comments on Ukraine and the dangerous game of American gangsters in power. Also: The Democrats have been complicit and enabling a criminal enterprise--and new leadership in the Democratic Party is desperately needed. Plus: Facts matter, whether regarding Ukraine, Russia or anywhere else.Recorded February 19, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Previewing Germany's Crucial National Election This Sunday; The Fight Against The Pro-Nazi AfD Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 69:42


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore focuses on German politics and previews the general election in Germany this Sunday, February 23. Also: The fight against the pro-Nazi AfD party, whose power is rising in Germany.Recorded February 18, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreel(Invest in Fanbase now! https://startengine.com/fanbase)https://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://popcornreel.bsky.socialAnd spill.com (@popcornreel)Black-owned media matters: (Watch Roland Martin Unfiltered daily M-F 6-8pm Eastern)https://youtube.com/rolandsmartin Download the Black Star Network app

    Whose Side Is The U.S. Press On, And Is It The Fourth Estate Or The Fourth Musketeer?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 93:38


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore declares that New York City Mayor Eric Adams must resign. Also: The U.S. press must stand up for the Associated Press and stop kowtowing to a criminal and dictatorial administration. And: (excerpted interview with CBC) New Yorker editor David Remnick on the U.S. press in 2025.Recorded February 17, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreelhttps://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Mitch McConnell And A Band Of Orange Sociopaths; Black People Cannot Afford To Be Spectators Now

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2025 96:21


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the economy, deceptions, inflation, voting and the evil and hypocrisy of Mitch McConnell and a band of orange sociopaths and criminals at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. Also: In these times, younger generations of Black people (including Generation X) cannot afford to be so comfortable or cavalier. A challenge, laid down by Roland Martin--and myself. Contains audio from "Roland Martin Unfiltered". ADVISORY: Curse words.Recorded February 13, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreelhttps://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    If You Can't Curse In These Troubling Times...When Will You Ever?

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2025 63:44


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore asks, if you can't curse now in these times, when will you? The fallacy of civility when your house is burning down.Audio from a Tuesday, February 11 rally in D.C. for federal workers and their unions--in which Democratic politician after Democratic politician curses, along with union representatives. If you don't like to hear curse words--please skip this episode.Recorded February 11, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreelhttps://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Kendrick Lamar's Pro-Black Halftime Show At The Super Bowl; The Age Of Awareness; Social Media Censorship

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 55:58


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the Super Bowl, notably Kendrick Lamar's halftime extravaganza. Also: The importance of awareness and information engagement. Plus: Social media, censorship and being where you should be and are valued.Recorded February 10, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreelhttps://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    In D.C., The Sinking Ship Of Whiteness; Press Treatment Of Pres. Biden & KJP

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 9, 2025 88:54


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore talks about the sinking ship of whiteness amidst the coup of the US federal government. Also: The double standard of the White House press corps in its treatment of President Biden (with audio exactly one year ago today: Feb 8, 2024) and then-White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre (with audio of exactly seven months ago today: July 8, 2024.)Recorded February 8, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreelhttps://sez.us/popcornreelhttps://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Coup Coo Crazy--And The Fightback Required By Us All

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2025 57:15


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the obvious coup of the US federal government by racist Elon Musk and convicted criminal and racist Donald Trump. The challenge is now to fight back and bolster institutions that act in our interests. Plus: Audio of the refusal by Musk's clowns to let elected members of Congress in to the Department of Education building in Washington, DC.Recorded February 7, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreelhttps://sez.us/popcornreelhttps://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Before The Vought: A Nominee Too Dangerous To Confirm, But Not Dangerous Enough For The GOP

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2025 107:48


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore plays audio from Wednesday and Thursday of Senate Democrats speaking out against the ongoing coup by Musk and Trump in Washington, DC--specifically the dangers of confirming Project 2025 architect Russell Vought to the Office of Management And Budget. Spoiler alert: Vought was confirmed on Thursday night along party lines, 53-47.Recorded February 6, 2025.Social media:https://fanbase.app/popcornreelhttps://sez.us/popcornreelhttps://spoutible.com/popcornreelhttps://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    We Tried To Tell Ya (Infinite Repeat Edition)

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 83:16


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on "We Tried To Tell Ya" about a criminal and dictatorial administration that was to come if Americans voted it in. Here we are. What next? Recorded February 4, 2025. Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    "Am I The Only Jewish Child Left In The World?" Remembering Auschwitz On Holocaust Remembrance Day And The 80th Anniversary Of Liberating Auschwitz-Birkenau And Today's Lessons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 28, 2025 112:41


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birchenau concentration camp. Also: Holocaust survivors speak at the Auschwitz commemoration in Poland. And: Connecting the horrors of Auschwitz to today. Recorded January 27, 2025. Auschwitz-Birchenau museum: https://auschwitz.org Sign up NOW for affordable healthcare at https://healthcare.gov in the U.S. The deadline is Jan 31, 2025. Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Donald, Denmark, Greenland And An Unqualified Pete

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 70:54


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on Donald Trump's cowardly threats to Denmark in the insane pursuit of Greenland. Plus: The uniquely unqualified Pete Hegseth. Recorded January 26, 2025. Sign up NOW for affordable healthcare at https://healthcare.gov in the U.S. The deadline is Jan 31, 2025. Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Roland Martin On The Multiple Black Reconstruction Eras In America; News Of A Dying Nation

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 89:31


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the significant news items in America on the penultimate Friday in January. Plus: Roland Martin breaks down the multiple Reconstruction eras for Black people in the U.S. Recorded January 24, 2025. Sign up NOW for affordable healthcare at https://healthcare.gov in the U.S. The deadline is Jan 31, 2025. The 50-page document that has all the cuts Republicans want to make that will hurt the everyday person: https://static01.nyt.com/newsgraphics/documenttools/28cb85c5ed1f6c52/44e83eb4-full.pdf Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Trump On The Warpath Against Black America; The Uplifting Story Of The Inspirational Pamela Dorsey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 64:23


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the Trump Justice Dept freezing its civil rights division. Why that spells trouble. Also: Democrats must stop hiding and get aggressive and proactive. And, in a feel-good San Francisco story: The uplifting and inspiring story of Pamela Dorsey. Recorded January 23, 2025. Sign up NOW for affordable healthcare at https://healthcare.gov in the U.S. The deadline is Jan 31, 2025. The 50-page document that has all the cuts Republicans want to make that will hurt the everyday person: https://static01.nyt.com/newsgraphics/documenttools/28cb85c5ed1f6c52/44e83eb4-full.pdf Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    When A Bishop Pleads With The Devil; A Readout Of Every Trump Executive Order

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2025 104:23


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore reads every executive order Donald Trump has issued so far. Plus: Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde pleads with the devil. Recorded January 22, 2025. All Trump executive orders here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/presidential-actions/ Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II's Compelling Message On MLK Day; A San Francisco Museum Celebrates MLK Day Without MLK - A Critique

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 91:25


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on Rev. Dr. William J. Barber II with his important speech on MLK Day 2025. Plus: A San Francisco museum gets it all wrong on Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Recorded January 21, 2025. Read the book: "Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos Or Community?", by Martin Luther King, Jr. Second recommended book read: "In Open Contempt: Confronting White Supremacy In Art And Public Space" Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Rev. Dr. Bernice King & Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, On MLK Day, 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 60:13


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the speeches of Reverend Dr. Bernice A. King and her father Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, on MLK Day 2025. Recorded January 20, 2025. Read the book: "Where Do We Go From Here: Chaos Or Community?", by Martin Luther King, Jr. Read: "Letter From Birmingham Jail (April 16, 1963), by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - https://letterfromjail.com/ Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    President Joe Biden's Farewell Address To The Nation, And A Warning

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 16, 2025 67:51


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on President Joe Biden's farewell address to the nation. The complete audio, and reaction. Recorded January 16, 2025. Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Happy Birthday To You, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 64:44


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore celebrates Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on what is his 96th birthday. Plus: Key book recommendations re: Dr. King. Also: A related personal story in 2025. Recorded January 15, 2025. Letter From Birmingham Jail (April 16, 1963), by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. - https://letterfromjail.com/ Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Pete Hegseth Sings The Way Below Mediocre White Man Blues; Elizabeth May Gives A Canadian Civics Tutorial To The Convicted Felon

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 74:08


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore plays clips of the US Senate Arms Service Committee confirmation hearing of Pete Hegseth for defense secretary. Also: Elizabeth May, leader of the Green Party in Canada, has a civics lesson or two about Canadian parliamentary political process for Americans, including convicted felon Donald Trump. Recorded January 14, 2025. Special Counsel Jack Smith's partial report (174 pages) : https://static01.nyt.com/newsgraphics/documenttools/76c2c1e8fe2e5ae7/d2d77a9c-full.pdf Social media: https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://sez.us/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://fanbase.app/popcornreel

    Rekindling The Spirit Of Giving; Ways And Tips For Black People To Protect And Accentuate Their Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 69:34


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on rekindling a spirit of giving. Plus: Tips and ways for Black people to improve, monitor and strengthen their overall health. A must-listen episode. Recorded on January 13, 2025.  The books recommended in this episode: "Legacy", by Dr. Uche Blackstock "Healthy At Last", by Eric Adams "How Not To Die", by Dr. Michael Greger Federal judge orders white supremacist group to pay $2.7 million to Charles Murell III, whom they racially and violently attacked in Boston in 2022: (the article below may be paywalled) https://www.bostonglobe.com/2025/01/13/metro/patriot-front-civil-rights-black-musician-boston-attack/ Please help Walt Butler, 83, a generous soul who lost his home in Altadena due to the Eaton fire (official GoFundMe page) in the Los Angeles area : https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-walt-rebuild-after-devastating-fire?attribution_id=sl:cf6e007f-6a62-41b9-aa35-b3b80423a247&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social

    Freaky Friday: Earthquakes, Wildfires, Wrist-Slaps And The Importance Of Preparing For Emergencies

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 87:59


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on a freaky Friday that includes Donald Trump getting sentenced as a convicted felon to no time in jail, earthquakes in San Francisco, fires raging on in the greater Los Angeles area and the importance of preparing for an emergency. Also: Eviscerating lies about the LA wildfires. Recorded on January 10, 2025.  No, the LA City Council and Mayor Karen Bass DID NOT cut $17.6 million from the LA Fire Department - quite the opposite in fact - MORE money was spent on the LAFD (January 10, 2025): https://www.dailynews.com/2025/01/09/factcheck-was-the-lafd-budget-cut-no-it-actually-increased-heres-how/ Please help Walt Butler, 83, a generous soul who lost his home in Altadena due to the Eaton fire (official GoFundMe page) in the Los Angeles area : https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-walt-rebuild-after-devastating-fire?attribution_id=sl:cf6e007f-6a62-41b9-aa35-b3b80423a247&utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link Full White House briefing of President Biden and Vice President Harris (January 9, 2025): https://www.c-span.org/program/white-house-event/president-biden-briefs-on-california-wildfires-response/654251 AUDIO: Trump sentencing hearing in New York City (January 10, 2025): https://www.c-span.org/program/public-affairs-event/president-elect-trump-sentenced-in-new-york-hush-money-case-audio-only/654278 Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social

    Farewell To A Humble Humanitarian And Statesman: Goodnight Jimmy Carter

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 10, 2025 79:16


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore with excerpts from the national funeral service for President Jimmy Carter at the National Cathedral in D.C. Recorded on January 9, 2025.  Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social

    "The Only Thing Precious Is Life." The LA Wildfires - And The Importance Of Having A Plan Now For An Emergency

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 9, 2025 41:34


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on the devastating wildfires engulfing Los Angeles area and causing at least (as of now since this episode) five fatalities. Recorded on January 8, 2025. Plus: Measures to stay safe and be prepared now in the event of an emergency. Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social

    On Bruce Fischer And White Hostility Against VP Kamala Harris

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 54:31


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on Bruce Fischer and the white hostility directed against VP Kamala Harris. Recorded on January 7, 2025.  Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social

    Remembering January 6, 2021 - A Terror Attack Many Americans Have Forgotten; Practicing Mindfulness And Its Positive Affects On Your Mental Health

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 57:37


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore recalls the Trump-led terror attack on the U.S. Capitol of exactly four years ago today. Also: Today the 2024 presidential election is certified in Congress--you can bet the Democrats will not object to the results, unlike Republicans four years ago. And: VP Kamala Harris makes a statement about the peaceful transfer of power, which she will preside over today. Plus: The importance of engaging in mindfulness (and on a daily basis) to improve your mental health. Recorded on January 6, 2025.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

    Farewell Congresswoman Barbara Lee, Conscience Of The U.S. Congress

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2025 30:56


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore pays tribute to Representative Barbara Lee of Oakland, California, whose last day in the U.S. House of Representatives was today. Audio of her farewell speech and her speech on September 14, 2001 when she voted against the use of military force in the wake of the September 11, 2001 terror attacks. Recorded on January 2, 2025.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

    January 1 - New Year, New You; Horrific Violence In New Orleans Rings In 2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 54:54


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on reinventing and reinvigorating yourself in this new year that is 2025. And: The horrific violence in New Orleans in the early hours of 2025 that claimed the lives of 15 people . Recorded on January 1, 2025.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

    2024: The Year In Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 88:49


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore reviews the year that was 2024. Recorded on December 31, 2024.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

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    Nia (Purpose), The Fifth Principle Of Kwanzaa; Those We Lost In 2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 31, 2024 77:55


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore pays tribute to some of those we lost in 2024. Also: Nia (purpose) on this fifth day of Kwanzaa. Recorded on December 30, 2024.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

    Former U.S. President, Lifelong Public Servant And National Treasure Jimmy Carter Passes At 100

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2024 64:47


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore pays tribute to former U.S. president Jimmy Carter, who passed away on Sunday at 100. Recorded on December 29, 2024.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

    Kujichagulia (Self-Determination) - Day Two Of Kwanzaa

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 32:51


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on day two of the seven days of Kwanzaa, an African-American holiday. Today's focus is Kujichagulia (self-determination). Recorded on December 27, 2024.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

    'Tis The Season For Kwanzaa (Day One: Umoja, Explained) And Your New Year Ahead

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 27, 2024 38:00


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore on day one of the seven days of Kwanzaa, an African-American holiday. Today's focus is Umoja (unity). Also: What is the New Year looking like for you? Recorded on December 26, 2024.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

    When There's No Way Out: A Most Unusual Episode Of The Politicrat

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 116:46


    On this new episode of THE POLITICRAT daily podcast Omar Moore presents an entertaining feature-length audio commentary he did for the 1987 film "No Way Out", which stars Kevin Costner, Gene Hackman, Sean Young, Will Patton and Iman. Merry Christmas! Recorded on December 25, 2024.  This holiday season: Are you feeling low, depressed or needing to talk to a mental health professional? Call 988 in the U.S. (https://988lifeline.org) Social media: https://sez.us (@ popcornreel) https://fanbase.app/popcornreel https://spoutible.com/popcornreel https://popcornreel.bsky.social https://threads.net/popcornreel https://x.com/thepopcornreel

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