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    Free Talk Live
    FTL2026-07-25

    Free Talk Live

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 26, 2026 148:02


    Dave Ridley calls about Venice.AI and open claw. Also, talks about the recent discovery of "j space" :: Sarah in NM calls about Z-trip replacing yellow cab :: 1.15 trillion dollar ndaa merges U.S. and Israel militaries :: Activist opposed to "cop city" development indicted for giving a duress code to CPB that wiped his phone :: Florida pastor sues openAI for bad medical advice :: Major data center complex in Virginia halted after public pushback :: David in NM calls in his usual disjointed style :: Hosts: Stu, Angelo, Riley O'Bill

    The Jason Rantz Show
    Hour 1: Anti-ICE Activist Sets a New York Federal Building on Fire

    The Jason Rantz Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 46:53


    What’s Trending: There are multiple American military service members that have been killed by Iranian attacks in Jordan and other attack in the Middle East. In response, the US has continued to attack Iranian military installations. Pramila Jayapal is once again joining anti-ICE protests in Seattle to drive up anti-ICE sentiments. An Army veteran set a federal building on fire in New York City. // It comes with no shock that the Democrats in Portland are trying their best to get rid of the ICE facility in Portland. The have fined the facility for attempting to prevent sniper attacks. It’s a great day for Boeing as they have the authority to certify their 737 MAX and 787 Dreamliners again. // The legend of Jimothy has been born in the Ballard neighborhood.

    FIVEaa News Briefing
    Pauline Hanson Doubles Down On Interview With Far Right Activist

    FIVEaa News Briefing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 3:33 Transcription Available


    Pauline Hanson says she has no regrets about meeting with far-right activist and convicted criminal Tommy Robinson. We're being warned petrol could again be on the way up. And Ella Langley's Choosin Texas scores another honour. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Mystic Rebel Podcast
    Healing the 'Too Much' Wound with Jeffrey Marsh

    The Mystic Rebel Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 60:19


    Hello, Divine Darlings! I'm sure if you're here, you've probably been told you're too sensitive, too much, too loud before in your life. This week, Zoey sits down with author, life coach, and non-binary activist Jeffrey Marsh (they/them) to talk about the inner critic we all carry and what happens when you finally stop listening to it.This episode traces Jeffrey's journey from a childhood of being told they were "too much" to a 3am moment at a Buddhist monastery that changed their entire relationship with their inner critic. Zoey and Jeffrey dig into turning the ego into a worthy opponent instead of an enemy, what it means to hold a non-binary identity and an activist voice in this political moment, and how empaths can stay engaged with the world without burning out.In this episode we're talking about:(03:18) Growing Up "Too Much" and Turning Outside Voices Into an Inside One(09:58) The 3AM Monastery Moment That Changed Everything(16:00) Turning Your Ego Into a Worthy Opponent(22:09) Jeffrey's Experience Being Non-Binary, Spiritual, and an Activist in Today's Culture(25:55) Why Empaths Struggle to Stay Engaged With the World(28:43) From Hunted to Empowered ActivistStay in touch with Jeffrey:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejeffreymarsh/Website: https://www.jeffreymarsh.com/♥️Meet me in the studio. Watch this full episode and see all the magic unfold on YouTube: https://youtu.be/BiRifJqyKnE✨ Take my FREE quiz!What's your intuitive style? Discover your unique intuitive gifts with my free quiz: http://zoeygreco.com/quiz

    The Best of Weekend Breakfast
    In the Profile: Zawadi Yamungu, Artist and Cultural Activist 

    The Best of Weekend Breakfast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 19, 2026 40:01 Transcription Available


    Gugs Mhlungu is joined in studio by Artist, Cultural Activist and South African Music Awards nominee, Zawadi Yamungu, about what fuels and inspires her traditional sound. She shares stories and memories that have shaped the type of musician she is. Gugs Mhlungu gets you ready for the weekend each Saturday and Sunday morning on 702. She is your weekend wake-up companion, with all you need to know for your weekend. The topics Gugs covers range from lifestyle, family, health, and fitness to books, motoring, cooking, culture, and what is happening on the weekend in 702land.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Happiness Ask Dr. Ellen Kenner Any Question radio show
    Selfishness vs. Sacrifice ~ Rational selfishness or blind sacrifice - which one leads to happiness? A short interview with activist Lin Zinser.

    Happiness Ask Dr. Ellen Kenner Any Question radio show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2026 12:00


    Selfishness vs. Sacrifice ~ Rational selfishness or blind sacrifice - which one leads to happiness? A short interview with activist Lin Zinser. Listen to caller's personal dramas four times each week as Dr. Kenner takes your calls and questions on parenting, romance, love, family, marriage, divorce, hobbies, career, mental health - any personal issue! Call anytime, toll free 877-Dr-Kenner. Visit www.drkenner.com for more information about the show (where you can also download free chapter one of her serious relationships guidebook).

    WUWM News
    An immigrant rights activist's take at ICE Out MKE vigil

    WUWM News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 4:28


    Alan Chavoya is a leader in the Milwaukee Alliance Against Racist and Political Repression. He weighs in at an emergency community vigil after the deaths of three men in other states during ICE traffic stops.

    NPR's Book of the Day
    Artist and activist Ai Weiwei on political censorship in the West

    NPR's Book of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 11:47


    In 2008, artist and activist Ai Weiwei clashed with the Chinese government over its response to the deadly Sichuan earthquake. The government had censored information about the death toll, so Ai Weiwei launched a citizen's investigation, knocking on doors and visiting villages to learn the names of the thousands of children who died. More recently, the artist has also become critical of political censorship in the United States. In today's episode, he joins Here & Now's Scott Tong for a conversation about his new book On Censorship, a critique of censorship under both democratic and authoritarian governments.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedaySee pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy

    Change the Story / Change the World
    186: Effective Community Arts Practice - Should Activist Artists Prioritize Safety or Bravery

    Change the Story / Change the World

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 22:42 Transcription Available


    Today we continue our Building Blocks of Effective Community Arts Practice series with two longtime fellow travelers: activist poet and cultural organizer Alice Lovelace, and educator, cultural policy leader, and Animating Democracy co-founder Barbara Shaffer Bacon.Together we wrestle with a question many artists are asking right now: Should we prioritize safety—or bravery?Drawing on decades of experience—from the culture wars of the 1980s to today's debates over censorship, public funding, and democracy—they explore how artists can respond with creativity rather than fear.Three reasons to listen• Creative courage takes many forms. Bravery isn't only public protest. It can mean telling difficult truths, creating work without waiting for permission,• Healthy cultural ecosystems make courage possible. Artists, organizations, funders, and communities can build networks of mutual support that allow creative work to flourish even during periods of political and economic uncertainty.• Artists possess tools society needs right now. From improvisation and storytelling to visioning and collective imagination, the very skills artists practice every day may be among our most important resources for helping communities navigate uncertainty and build a more hopeful future.Notable MentionsPeopleAlice Lovelace: Poet, educator, Executive Director of ArtsXchange, and longtime leader in community-based arts, cultural organizing, and social justice.Barbara Shaffer Bacon: Cultural policy leader, educator, and founding co-director of Animating Democracy, widely recognized for advancing arts-based civic engagement and cultural policy.Lenny Sloan: Beloved community arts advocate, cultural organizer, and longtime colleague remembered as one of the inspirations behind this conversation series.Maynard Jackson: Atlanta's first African American mayor, remembered for expanding civic participation and public investment in the arts.Shirley Franklin: Former mayor of Atlanta whose administration continued significant investment in the city's cultural infrastructure.Robert Peters: Mashpee Wampanoag artist, writer, and cultural leader whose work integrates Indigenous traditions, storytelling, ceremony, and community healing.Roberta Uno: Founder of New WORLD Theater and one of America's leading advocates for culturally specific and community-based theater.Organizations & InitiativesCenter for the Study of Art & Community: Producer of ART IS CHANGE and advancing arts-based community development and cultural organizing.ArtsXchange: Atlanta-based interdisciplinary arts organization dedicated to community cultural development, creative leadership, and social justice.Animating Democracy: National initiative advancing civic engagement, community development, and social change through the arts.New WORLD Theater: Groundbreaking multicultural theater that elevated artists and communities of color while reshaping American theater.Public Art Network: National professional network supporting public artists, public art programs, and civic arts leadership.Arts on Prescription: An emerging healthcare movement integrating arts participation into medical care through clinician referrals and social prescribing.PlacesAtlanta, Georgia: Principal case study illustrating strengths and vulnerabilities of long-term community arts ecosystems.New Bedford, Massachusetts: Example of a city where artists, government, and community organizations have built a collaborative cultural ecosystem.Alameda, California: Home base of host Bill Cleveland and the Center for the Study of Art & Community.Minneapolis, Minnesota: Referenced as an example of a deeply interconnected community arts ecosystem.Key Concepts & PracticesArts Ecosystems: The interconnected relationships among artists, organizations, funders, institutions, and communities that collectively sustain creative life.Cross-sector Collaboration: Partnerships linking artists with public health, education, environmental justice, youth development, and community planning.Creative Commons (Community Sense): Bill Cleveland's metaphor describing artistic communities where collaboration, mentoring, reciprocity, and mutual aid become cultural norms.Arts on Prescription: A growing international practice in which healthcare professionals prescribe arts participation as part of treatment for physical, mental, and social well-being.*******Art Is CHANGE is a podcast that chronicles the power of art and community transformation, providing a platform for activist artists to share their experiences and gain the skills and strategies they need to thrive as agents of social change.Through compelling conversations with artist activists, artivists, and cultural organizers, the podcast explores how art and activism intersect to fuel cultural transformation and drive meaningful change. Guests discuss the challenges and triumphs of community arts, socially engaged art, and creative placemaking, offering insights into artist mentorship, building credibility, and communicating impact.Episodes delve into the realities of artist isolation, burnout, and funding for artists, while celebrating the role of artists in residence and creative leadership in shaping a more just and inclusive world. Whether you're an emerging or established artist for social justice, this podcast offers inspiration, practical advice, and a sense of solidarity in the journey toward art and social change.

    Tavis Smiley
    Margaret Kimberley joins Tavis Smiley

    Tavis Smiley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 34:59 Transcription Available


    Writer, political activist, and co-founder and executive editor of Black Agenda Report, Margaret Kimberley discusses trending political topics.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tavis-smiley--6286410/support.

    The NFN Radio News Podcast
    Why Democrats Lose the Message War—and How They Can Win It Back | David Fenton

    The NFN Radio News Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 40:34


    Why do Democrats so often lose the message war and allow Republicans to dominate the political conversation—even when Democrats and progressives have popular policies?Legendary progressive strategist and activist David Fenton says Democrats are practicing what amounts to “unilateral disarmament” in today's information war. After more than 50 years helping movements win public support, he believes progressives must simplify their language, repeat compelling messages, reconnect with working people and build mass movements capable of defeating concentrated wealth and political corruption.In this wide-ranging Lean to the Left interview, Fenton explains why good policies do not sell themselves—and why Democrats must stop relying on academic language, insider terminology and messages that ordinary voters do not understand.Fenton discusses:• Why Republicans have become better at framing political issues• How simple language and repetition influence voters• Why Democrats must speak to affordability and working-class concerns• The danger of allowing specialized identity language to divide potential allies• Why the central struggle is not simply left versus right—but top versus bottom• How Democrats should connect climate change to higher costs and political corruption• Why effective metaphors such as “Make Polluters Pay” can move public opinion• How mass movements have changed America—and can do so again• What today's activists can learn from Abbie Hoffman, the antiwar movement and decades of progressive organizingFenton also shares hilarious stories from an extraordinary career that included the No Nukes concerts, the campaign to free Nelson Mandela, efforts to reform marijuana laws, environmental campaigns and work with activists, political leaders and cultural figures including his mentor, Abbie Hoffman, and Jane Fonda, Jesse Jackson, John Lennon and Bruce Springsteen.His message is blunt: Democrats and progressives cannot win merely by being correct. They must learn how to communicate, reach a mass audience and give people a reason to join something bigger than themselves.David Fenton is the author of The Activist's Media Handbook, available here https://amzn.to/4gDYmSH, and host of The Fenton Forecast podcast.Watch the full conversation, then tell us in the comments: What is the single biggest change Democrats should make in the way they communicate with voters?Subscribe to Lean to the Left for independent progressive commentary, political analysis and conversations with the people documenting—and shaping—America at a crossroads.CHAPTERS:00:00 Meet David Fenton02:00 Dropping Out Into Activism02:46 Underground Press Days04:13 Abbie Hoffman Lessons07:37 John Sinclair Freedom Concert08:49 Ann Arbor Human Rights Party10:53 High Times To Rolling Stone11:52 No Nukes And Starting Fenton13:05 Why Progressives Lose Media Wars14:24 Framing And Simple Messages17:20 Climate Language That Works19:40 Woke Sectarianism Debate20:40 Stop Divisive Messaging22:00 Socialism Label Problem22:30 Woke Pitfalls and Attacks23:16 Plainspoken Progressives25:58 Climate as Cost and Corruption27:32 Senate Map and Party Future29:04 AOC Versus Old Guard30:37 Fixing Disinformation Platforms33:58 Trump Costs and Vance Threat37:24 Podcast Book and Farewell

    Tel Aviv Review
    An Activist's Notebook

    Tel Aviv Review

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 44:25


    What separates an activist who changes the world… from one who simply makes noise? Israeli-American lawyer, philanthropist, and disability rights advocate Jay Ruderman argues that lasting change isn't about shouting the loudest. It's about knowing when to provoke, when to persuade, and how to build unlikely alliances. Drawing on decades of experience—from transforming disability representation in Hollywood to navigating today's deeply polarized political landscape—Ruderman shares why winning hearts and minds is often far more powerful than winning an argument. His book Find Your Fight: Make Your Voice Heard for the Causes that Matter Most. Ruderman builds on his long years as an activist for disability inclusion to offer essential tips for the budding (and the experienced) activist.

    Soundcheck
    Tunisian-American Artist and Activist Emel, In-Studio

    Soundcheck

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 33:22


    The Tunisian-born, American-based singer and activist Emel Mathlouthi, who records simply as Emel, became famous when her song "Kelmti Horra" became the anthem of the Arab Spring uprising some fifteen years ago. Since coming to the States, Emel has released a series of albums united by the themes of freedom, struggle, and community. Sonically, though, her songs have varied from dark electronica to North African-inflected pop to haunting and artful ballads. Her 2024 album, MRA, lifts up women and spotlights the fight against [the] patriarchy, and veers into more pop and hip hop than ever before. Emel and her band play live, in-studio.  Set list: 1. footsteps 2. Nar 3. Massive Will Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Michael Berry Show
    Sunday Bonus Podcast - Archives-Michael Talks With Conservative Author & Activist Jason Mattera

    The Michael Berry Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 25:25 Transcription Available


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    New Books Network
    Democratic Backsliding and Resistance: Poland's Civil Society, Electoral Strategies, and Institutional Levers

    New Books Network

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 70:25


    This week on Democracy Dialogues, Frances Cayton speaks with four experts on Polish politics about the success of Poland's opposition coalition in 2023, and the headwinds that democracy continues to face today. What challenges do parties and civil society face in building pro-democracy electoral coalitions? If victorious, how do these challenges affect post-election governance and efforts at pursuing democratic renewal? This episode brings together politicians, political scientists, and civil society leaders who each played a critical role in the 2023 elections to examine what made Poland's pro-democracy mobilization possible, the gains the 2023 coalition has achieved since entering power, and the challenges it continues to face in pursuing democratic renewal.This episode was originally recorded as a part of the Lessons from Global Democratic Resistance panel series. The series brings together frontline activists, civic leaders, institutional actors, and field‑informed scholars to examine how democratic actors have resisted, responded to, and learned from democratic backsliding across countries. The series aims to identify practical lessons and comparative insights for those defending democracy today and is organized in collaboration with the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard University; Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania; the Kellogg Institute for International Studies at the University of Notre Dame; the Democratic Futures Project at the University of Virginia; Stanford's Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law; and the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Mikołaj Cześnik, Director of the Institute of Social Science at SWPS University, Chairman of the Council of the Stefan Batory Foundation Michał Wawrykiewicz, Member of the European Parliament (MEP). Co-Founder of the civic initiative Wolne Sady (Free Courts) Marek Tatała, President and Co-Founder of the Economic Freedom Foundation Dominika Lasota, Student and Activist in the Youth Climate Strike Poland, Co-Founder of Inicjatywa WSCHÓD Frances Cayton is a PhD Candidate in Government at Cornell University. Her research focuses on questions surrounding democratic backsliding, civil society, and political communication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

    New Books in Political Science
    Democratic Backsliding and Resistance: Poland's Civil Society, Electoral Strategies, and Institutional Levers

    New Books in Political Science

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 70:25


    This week on Democracy Dialogues, Frances Cayton speaks with four experts on Polish politics about the success of Poland's opposition coalition in 2023, and the headwinds that democracy continues to face today. What challenges do parties and civil society face in building pro-democracy electoral coalitions? If victorious, how do these challenges affect post-election governance and efforts at pursuing democratic renewal? This episode brings together politicians, political scientists, and civil society leaders who each played a critical role in the 2023 elections to examine what made Poland's pro-democracy mobilization possible, the gains the 2023 coalition has achieved since entering power, and the challenges it continues to face in pursuing democratic renewal.This episode was originally recorded as a part of the Lessons from Global Democratic Resistance panel series. The series brings together frontline activists, civic leaders, institutional actors, and field‑informed scholars to examine how democratic actors have resisted, responded to, and learned from democratic backsliding across countries. The series aims to identify practical lessons and comparative insights for those defending democracy today and is organized in collaboration with the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard University; Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania; the Kellogg Institute for International Studies at the University of Notre Dame; the Democratic Futures Project at the University of Virginia; Stanford's Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law; and the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Mikołaj Cześnik, Director of the Institute of Social Science at SWPS University, Chairman of the Council of the Stefan Batory Foundation Michał Wawrykiewicz, Member of the European Parliament (MEP). Co-Founder of the civic initiative Wolne Sady (Free Courts) Marek Tatała, President and Co-Founder of the Economic Freedom Foundation Dominika Lasota, Student and Activist in the Youth Climate Strike Poland, Co-Founder of Inicjatywa WSCHÓD Frances Cayton is a PhD Candidate in Government at Cornell University. Her research focuses on questions surrounding democratic backsliding, civil society, and political communication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/political-science

    My Labor Radio's Podcast
    Joe Lundequam MN Historical Labor Activist My Labor Radio 7 12 2026

    My Labor Radio's Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 54:04


    @JoeLundequam joins us to talk Labor and how he creates his TikTok messaging. Joe uses Labor History to teach and remind others the importance of Organized Labor. Thanks to AnneFeeney.com  CWA-Union.org  UAW2209.org  BACLocal4.org  MLaborPress.org 

    New Books in Politics
    Democratic Backsliding and Resistance: Poland's Civil Society, Electoral Strategies, and Institutional Levers

    New Books in Politics

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 70:25


    This week on Democracy Dialogues, Frances Cayton speaks with four experts on Polish politics about the success of Poland's opposition coalition in 2023, and the headwinds that democracy continues to face today. What challenges do parties and civil society face in building pro-democracy electoral coalitions? If victorious, how do these challenges affect post-election governance and efforts at pursuing democratic renewal? This episode brings together politicians, political scientists, and civil society leaders who each played a critical role in the 2023 elections to examine what made Poland's pro-democracy mobilization possible, the gains the 2023 coalition has achieved since entering power, and the challenges it continues to face in pursuing democratic renewal.This episode was originally recorded as a part of the Lessons from Global Democratic Resistance panel series. The series brings together frontline activists, civic leaders, institutional actors, and field‑informed scholars to examine how democratic actors have resisted, responded to, and learned from democratic backsliding across countries. The series aims to identify practical lessons and comparative insights for those defending democracy today and is organized in collaboration with the Ash Center for Democratic Governance and Innovation at Harvard University; Perry World House at the University of Pennsylvania; the Kellogg Institute for International Studies at the University of Notre Dame; the Democratic Futures Project at the University of Virginia; Stanford's Center on Democracy, Development and the Rule of Law; and the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace. Mikołaj Cześnik, Director of the Institute of Social Science at SWPS University, Chairman of the Council of the Stefan Batory Foundation Michał Wawrykiewicz, Member of the European Parliament (MEP). Co-Founder of the civic initiative Wolne Sady (Free Courts) Marek Tatała, President and Co-Founder of the Economic Freedom Foundation Dominika Lasota, Student and Activist in the Youth Climate Strike Poland, Co-Founder of Inicjatywa WSCHÓD Frances Cayton is a PhD Candidate in Government at Cornell University. Her research focuses on questions surrounding democratic backsliding, civil society, and political communication. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/politics-and-polemics

    She drives mobility
    Rewriting the Street Narrative: From Ad Agency to Urban Activist with Tom Flood.

    She drives mobility

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 12, 2026 36:44


    We dive deep into how he shifted from selling cars to fighting for safe streets after realizing the absurdity of our car-centric culture-as a dad. Tom shares his journey of using creative tools-billboards, stickers, and viral campaigns-to expose the dystopian reality of traffic violence and reclaim public space for kids, teens, and pedestrians. We discuss: Why "radical" ideas like safe bike lanes are actually just common sense. The power of visual storytelling to change minds faster than data ever could. How to communicate with busy parents and skeptics without alienating them. The struggle (and necessity) of paid vs. unpaid activism. Why teenagers need public spaces that aren't owned by Starbucks. Join us as we explore how creativity can be a weapon for justice and why the future of mobility must be human-centered. And if you can: Support our work!

    Clare FM - Podcasts
    Clare Activist Says Support Of Conor McGregor Fight "Disgusting & Disgraceful"

    Clare FM - Podcasts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2026 5:18


    A prominent Clare activist says any engagement with Conor McGregor's upcoming fight is an insult to survivors of rape and sexual violence. The Dublin native who makes his return to MMA tomorrow morning was found civilly liable for the sexual assault of Nikita Hand in November 2024. A High Court Jury found that he raped Ms Hand in a Dublin Hotel Room in December 2018. Clare Leader Forum Co-Founder Ann Marie Flannagan says he shouldn't be glorified in any manner.

    TheNAVigator
    Gold fund manager Merk on ASA's fight with activist investors

    TheNAVigator

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2026 16:50


    Axel Merk, President and Chief Investment Officer at Merk Investments, discusses Saba Capital's activist campaign that got him ousted as portfolio manager and president of ASA Gold and Precious Metals Ltd., a closed-end fund that was up nearly 200% last year but that still was branded with the label of being a "poor performer." Merk, who took over the closed end fund in 2016 and helped to nearly quadruple its assets in the last decade, says new management has no experience running a gold fund, and is only interested in narrowing the discount and generating fees for itself. He filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission and made other efforts to save the fund, but says any form of salvation is unlikely at this point. He also discusses prospects for the gold market, which has cooled significantly this year.

    The Capitol Pressroom
    Heading to Albany: Housing activist joins DSA ranks at Capitol

    The Capitol Pressroom

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 13:59


    July 9, 2026- We get to know Samantha Kattan, a Democratic Socialist working at a housing nonprofit, who is the presumptive next representative for a western Queens Assembly District after winning an open primary in June.

    The Joyce Kaufman Show
    Joyce's Thought of the Day 7/9/26 - Activist shouting "No human is illegal," following the arrest of thousands of immigrants in ICE arrest mandate

    The Joyce Kaufman Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 2:59


    Activist once against shouting "No human is illegal," as ICE officers successfully arrest 10,000 illegal immigrants in just five days under Trump administration new mandate. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    WBEN Extras
    East Side activist Cindy Chan on recent violence

    WBEN Extras

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 3:47


    East Side activist Cindy Chan on recent violence full 227 Thu, 09 Jul 2026 08:15:00 +0000 eor3BcooVB575T807AGYXAow6fhIXgjz news WBEN Extras news East Side activist Cindy Chan on recent violence Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-li

    KAZU - Listen Local Podcast
    Pacific Grove Buddhist Lama speaks on Tibetan activist's death, Monterey County's 2025 crop report

    KAZU - Listen Local Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 2:14


    Local Tibetan leader responds to self-immolation death of a human rights activist outside the United Nations last week. And, Monterey County's annual crop report shows agriculture remained strong in 2025.

    WORT Local News
    Incumbent Dane County sheriff faces activist opponent in upcoming primary

    WORT Local News

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 8, 2026 50:45


    Here's your local news for Tuesday, July 7, 2026:We get to know the Democratic candidates running for Dane County sheriff,Hear what issues should take priority in the race for Wisconsin governor, according to a grassroots coalition of moms,Find out why Wisconsin has joined yet another multistate lawsuit against the Trump regime,Recap the U.S. Supreme Court's latest decision on Roundup liability,Learn how the termination of 988's LGBTQ+ crisis line has affected Wisconsinites in need,Explain how to identify different raptor species,And much more.

    Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie
    Episode 2703: Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda ~ Global Leader of Ability/Mobility Inclusion & Empowerment, Activist talks Expanding Networks & Vision

    Building Abundant Success!!© with Sabrina-Marie

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2026 39:21


    Dr. Victor Santiago Pineda Award Winner International Activist as the Executive Director of CIL!  With his extensive experience as a global advocate for disability rights and his innovative vision, Dr. Pineda is set to lead the Center for Independent Living into an exhilarating new chapter of empowerment and inclusion.Victor Santiago Pineda was born in Caracas, Venezuela, At the age of two, Pineda was hospitalized with a high fever and for the next five years he demonstrated gradual weakening of his skeletal muscles. By age four, his weakened muscles caused him to fall repeatedly and by age seven, he stopped walking completely. His muscular deterioration would continue and eventually affect his breathing. By the time he was in high school, he needed to use a ventilator at night, and by the time he started his doctoral program in his late-twenties, he required a ventilator twenty-four hours per day.As a child, Pineda was diagnosed with spinal muscular atrophy (SMA-Type II), a form of muscular dystrophy. However, as an adult, he was examined by a neurophysiologist who, with the use of electromyography, determined that there was no evidence to suggest Spinal muscular atrophy. The specific cause of Pineda's muscle weakness was identified as collagenopathy VI, resulting from an extremely common genetic mutation.Pineda attended Corona Del Mar High School in Newport Beach, California, and was selected by his graduating class as a commencement speaker. Upon graduating in 1997, Pineda attended the California Youth Leadership Forum for Students with Disabilities (YLF). As a freshman at the University of California Berkeley, he received specialized support services provided by the Disabled Students Office (DSP) and participated in the Disabled Students Residence Program (DSRP).While at UC Berkeley was elected senator for the ASUC student government, defended ethnic studies, with the leadership of Andrew Berk, he helped resurrect the long dormant Disabled Students Union (DSU). During this time he established the Disability Media Initiative (DMI) and the Pineda Foundation to provide 21st century workforce skills to youth with disabilities. Pineda earned a B.A. in political economy, a B.S. in business administration and, eventually, a master's degree in city and regional planning (MCP) with a concentration in regional economic development. He then accepted an internship in Washington, D.C., where he served as a summer associate at the US Treasury's Department of International Affairs.Pineda was awarded the Paul G. Hearne Award.Pineda's "It's About Ability" projectwas honored in Montenegro for the Best Humanitarian Action by UNICEF.Also in 2011, he received the prestigious Mark Bingham Award for Excellence in Achievement by a Young Alumnus/a, Cal Alumni Association for his work in education and human rights.© 2026 Building Abundant Success!!2026 All Rights ReservedJoin Me on ~ iHeart Media @ https://tinyurl.com/iHeartBASSpotify: https://tinyurl.com/yxuy23baAmazon ~ https://tinyurl.com/AmzBAS

    Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.
    S5E4 QWS Troy Hunter and Dennis Altman - activist, academic and author

    Words and Nerds: Authors, books and literature.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2026 32:31


    The K-Rob Collection
    Audio Antiques - Dick Gregory, Activist Comedian

    The K-Rob Collection

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 60:16


    Dick Gregory (October 12, 1932 – August 19, 2017) was an American comedian, civil rights activist, and author whose pioneering stand-up routines broke through racial barriers in the 1960s, making him a prominent voice in both entertainment and social justice. Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Gregory rose to national fame after his breakthrough performance at Chicago's Playboy Club, where his sharp, satirical takes on race and society resonated with both Black and white audiences, a rarity at the time. Gregory used his celebrity to advocate for civil rights, joining protest marches, organizing voter registration drives, and participating in hunger strikes to draw attention to world hunger and malnutrition. Over the decades, he not only influenced a generation of comedians, including Richard Pryor and Bill Cosby, but continued to speak and write on health, nutrition, and social equality until his death in 2017.

    BNR's Big Five | BNR
    Vita Kovalenko (activist en raadslid): 'de eerste kogels zijn van taal, niet van staal'

    BNR's Big Five | BNR

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2026 43:27


    Desinformatie en propaganda spelen een enorme rol in de oorlog tussen Rusland en Oekraïne. Hoe wordt taal ingezet als wapen en hoe vatbaar zijn Nederlanders voor propaganda? Vita Kovalenko, Nederlands-Oekraïense activist en raadslid voor D66 in Dordrecht, is te gast in BNR's Big Five van de patstelling in Oekraïne. . Gasten in BNR's Big Five van de patstelling in Oekraïne -Mart de Kruif, Luitenant-generaal bd in de Koninklijke Landmacht en voormalig commandant Landstrijdkrachten -Hubert Smeets, historicus en journalist, mede-oprichter van Raam op Rusland. -Jeroen Ketting, oprichter LifeLine Ukraine -Julia Soldatiuk-Westerveld, onderzoeker bij Instituut Clingendael -Vita Kovalenko, Nederlands-Oekraïense activiste, en auteur van het boek 'Waarheid onder Vuur' See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sights & Sounds
    Prison-Rights Activist Sarah Shourd's documentary 'The End of Isolation' // Storyteller Ben Tucker's memoir 'A Good Run'

    Sights & Sounds

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 2, 2026 52:39


    On today's show, prison-rights activist Sarah Shourd talks about her documentary, “The End of Isolation." It's about a play she wrote on solitary confinement that she took on a 10-city U.S. tour. Then, Bay Area storyteller Ben Tucker shares his life story from Shreveport, Louisiana to becoming a track star at San Jose State University.

    AP Audio Stories
    Actor and activist Danny Glover says he has Alzheimer's disease

    AP Audio Stories

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 0:48


    AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that Danny Glover has announced he has Alzheimer's.

    E.W. Conundrum's Troubadours and Raconteurs Podcast
    Episode 679 Featuring Vangeline - Artistic Director of Vangeline Theater/New York Butoh Institute, Dancer, Choreographer, Activist, Teacher

    E.W. Conundrum's Troubadours and Raconteurs Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 58:29


    Episode 679 also includes an E.W. Poetic Piece titled, “Light After Dark.” Thank you to Rob Roth for introducing me to Vangeline. Commercial Free, Small Batch Radio Crafted in the West Mountains of Northeastern Pennsylvania... Heard All Over The World. Tell Your Friends and Neighbors.

    The Newsmax Daily with Rob Carson
    Activist Judges & Socialist Dreams

    The Newsmax Daily with Rob Carson

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 43:35


    -Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) joins the show to unveil his proposed legislation banning foreign nationals from entering the U.S. for birth tourism, explains how Congress can respond to the Court's birthright citizenship ruling, and warns that democratic socialists are attempting to hijack the Democratic Party from within. Rob argues that New York's recent Democratic primary winners are the product of years of left-wing indoctrination in schools, comparing the Democratic Socialists' strategy to a political hostile takeover that eventually pushes out the party establishment. Today's podcast is sponsored by : PARAMOUNT PLUS - Don't Miss "The Agency." All episodes streaming NOW on Paramount Plus GHOSTBED - I used to think a mattress was just furniture, until I got my GhostBed! GhostBed is offering my audience their lowest prices of the season, plus an extra 10% off. Go to http://GhostBed.com/CARSON and use promo code CARSON BIRCH GOLD - Protect and grow your retirement savings with gold. Text ROB to 98 98 98 for your FREE information kit! To call in and speak with Rob Carson live on the show, dial 1-800-922-6680 between the hours of 12 Noon and 3:00 pm Eastern Time Monday through Friday… Musical parodies provided by Jim Gossett (http://patreon.com/JimGossettComedy) You can now WATCH and chat with The Rob Carson Show LIVE on Newsmax's social media channels (Facebook, X/Twitter, YouTube, Rumble) Listen to Newsmax LIVE and see our entire podcast lineup at http://Newsmax.com/Listen Make the switch to NEWSMAX today! Get your 15 day free trial of NEWSMAX+ at http://NewsmaxPlus.com Looking for NEWSMAX caps, tees, mugs & more? Check out the Newsmax merchandise shop at : http://nws.mx/shop Follow NEWSMAX on Social Media:  -Facebook: http://nws.mx/FB  -X/Twitter: http://nws.mx/twitter -Instagram: http://nws.mx/IG -YouTube: https://youtube.com/NewsmaxTV -Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/NewsmaxTV -TRUTH Social: https://truthsocial.com/@NEWSMAX -GETTR: https://gettr.com/user/newsmax -Threads: http://threads.net/@NEWSMAX  -Telegram: http://t.me/newsmax  -BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/newsmax.com -Parler: http://app.parler.com/newsmax Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    IndyKids Voices
    Someday You Could Be…An Immigration and Climate Justice Activist Like Gabriela Roque!

    IndyKids Voices

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 26:54


    In this episode, Gabriela describes her work with the National Partnership for New Americans, and how interconnected immigration and climate justice issues are!*Technical difficulties occurred during the recording process for this episode. We apologize for the sound quality, but this conversation was too good not to share!

    Andrea Kaye Show
    TRUMP DECLARES WAR ON COMMUNISM AT FAITH & FREEDOM / THE LEFT'S NEW ARMS RACE: MAMDANI AND NEWSOM GO BIGGER / WHAT HAPPENED BETWEEN JOHN THUNE AND SAVE ACT ACTIVIST SCOTT PRESLER? / ANDREA KAYE'S BIG ANNOUNCEMENT

    Andrea Kaye Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 84:40


    Trump speaks at Faith & Freedom: "I'm fighting for Christians and jews". And sounds the alarm on communism; “it’s the greatest threat yet for America”. Mamdani vs. Newsom: who has the most radical economic agenda? Newsom's new "social contract": who pays the bill? Mamdani's rent control plan: will it help or hurt renters? The town hall snub that has conservatives talking; Presler shut out? The questions surrounding Thune’s event. Andrea Kaye’s BIG Announcement: what’s happening and when? With Guest Wayne Morrow, John Birch Society- Andrea delivers the sharpest analysis in her unique southern style, with a focus on America First policies built on accountability. Support Our Mission: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZMGRBFGDJKRS8See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Verdict with Ted Cruz
    Activist DA in Philly Releases Criminals 'wit' LUV, Biden-Judge 'Sparkles' helping Illegals Vote & 2 YUGE Victories in SCOTUS Week In Review

    Verdict with Ted Cruz

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2026 28:20 Transcription Available


    1. “Activist” District Attorney in Philadelphia Focuses on Philadelphia DA Larry Krasner He improperly seeks to overturn murder convictions He “confesses error” in court to release prisoners A court ruling is cited criticizing the DA’s conduct, including: Lack of candor Misrepresentation of facts Inadequate investigation Broader narrative: Connects Krasner’s actions to George Soros, portrayed as funding progressive prosecutors Argues these policies lead to increased crime and societal instability 2. Federal Judge Sparkle L. Sooknanan Blocks Voter Verification Tool The judge blocked use of a database (SAVE system) intended to: Check immigration status in relation to eligibility (such as voting or benefits) The ruling’s justification (as described): Concerns about privacy violations Risk of wrongful removal of eligible voters Commentary strongly criticizes the ruling: Calls it “activist” and legally incorrect Argues the law allows the government to verify data internally 3. Supreme Court Immigration Decisions Two Supreme Court rulings (described as 6–3 decisions): Case 1: Migrants outside U.S. Court ruled that migrants outside U.S. territory are not entitled to full legal protections Supports policies like “Remain in Mexico” Case 2: Temporary Protected Status (TPS) Court ruled that: The executive branch (Trump administration) can revoke TPS protections Means certain groups (e.g., Haitian, Syrian migrants) could lose legal status The podcast presents these as: “Major victories” for border enforcement Restoration of presidential authority on immigration Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Cosmic RX Radio with Madi Murphy
    World Cup Astrology: André Barbault's 2026 Prediction & The Return of the Matriarchy with Tasha Beg

    Cosmic RX Radio with Madi Murphy

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 59:16 Transcription Available


    Send us Fan MailIn this episode of CosmicRX Radio, we sit down with The Pop Astrologist Tasha Beg to discuss the astrology of the World Cup! They break down the historical astrological alignments currently shifting our planetary frequencies—including the legendary Barbault basket alignment—and explain why underdogs are dismantling historical structures of power right in front of our eyes.Tasha Beg is an evolutionary astrologer, intuitive storyteller, and pop culture pundit. A graduate of Wellesley College with a degree in Economics and Middle Eastern Studies, Tasha spent nearly a decade in finance, eventually rising to Vice President of Institutional Sales. However, a profound personal awakening during her Saturn Return led her to leave the corporate world in 2022 to fully dedicate her life to the sacred language of the cosmos. When she isn't analyzing soul plans for clients, she moonlights as "The Pop Astrologist," analyzing celebrity culture and forecasting cosmic weather through her weekly Substack newsletter. 

    Communism Exposed:East and West
    Kazakh Authorities Arrest Family of Activist Who Spoke out Against Xinjiang Abuses

    Communism Exposed:East and West

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 4:46


    Wendy Bell Radio Podcast
    Hour 2: America's Battle Between Crazy and Common Sense

    Wendy Bell Radio Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 37:48


    Activist judges who want illegals to vote continue to block the Trump administration's efforts to clean America's voter rolls. The Supreme Court delivers at least one victory by agreeing with Trump that green card holders who break our laws and travel abroad can be deported when they return. Desperate democrats lean in to court packing and abolishing the electoral college. And the curious case of Bob Costas who not long ago called MAGA braindead and stupid but now sees the light on trannies competing as women.  

    New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast
    Viral NYPD Confrontation Sparks First Amendment Debate: Sergeant Versus Activist

    New York’s Finest: Retired & Unfiltered Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 215:23


    A viral video out of Central Park has sparked intense debate after an NYPD Sergeant appeared to lose his composure during an encounter with activist and First Amendment advocate Raul Rivera. Did the Sergeant simply have a bad moment under pressure, or did he cross a professional line while dealing with a citizen exercising a constitutional right? Retired NYPD Lieutenant John Macari and co-host Marlon Bethel break down the viral footage, discuss the realities of policing in the social media era, and examine what officers can learn from high-profile public encounters that instantly become national news. In the first half of the show, we're joined by Stephanie Liggio, author of Set The Standard, a guide designed to help candidates, campaign teams, and engaged citizens become more active participants in the election process. We'll discuss how voters can become more informed and involved in local, county, state, and federal elections, and why civic engagement matters now more than ever. We also analyze the results and political implications of New York's Democratic Primary and what the outcomes could mean for the future of New York City and New York State. Topics Include: Viral NYPD Sergeant vs. Raul Rivera confrontation First Amendment rights and public accountability Police professionalism under pressure Lessons for law enforcement leadership Stephanie Liggio's Set The Standard Civic engagement and voter participation New York Democratic Primary results and analysis The future political landscape of NYC Let us know in the comments: Did this NYPD Sergeant cross the line, or was the criticism unfair? ️ NEW YORK'S FINEST: RETIRED & UNFILTERED Subscribe for uncensored conversations on policing, politics, public safety, and current events. Follow The Finest Unfiltered: YouTube: @TheFinestUnfiltered Sponsored By Kalshi On Kalshi, you're trading against peers in a live market — meaning there's no house. As probabilities change, you can buy and sell your position in real time. For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code FINEST to get $10 when you trade $10. http://kalshi.com/r/FINEST K-A-L-S-H-I. Kalshi. Trade on anything. 18+ only. Restrictions and eligibility requirements apply. Event contract trading involves risk and may not be suitable for all investors. Prices, values, and available markets may differ from those mentioned. For more information see http://kalshi.com/regulatory. #NYPD #RaulRivera #FirstAmendment #CentralPark #PoliceAccountability #JohnMacari #MarlonBethel #NYCPolitics #StephanieLiggio #SetTheStandard #DemocraticPrimary #LawEnforcement #TheFinestUnfiltered #ViralVideo #PoliceNews #NewYorkCity ️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! https://streamyard.com/pal/d/5689366474915840 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    The Libertarian Institute - All Podcasts
    Usury and the Soul of Orthodoxy w/Fr Emmanuel Lemelson

    The Libertarian Institute - All Podcasts

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 80:02


    Fr Emmanuel Joined me to discuss the financial world and Orthodoxy in America. YouTube @YearZeroPod LIKE & SUBSCRIBE for new videos:https://www.youtube.com/@Lemelson ‼️ Fr. Emmanuel Lemelson: Against The World: Fr. Emmanuel Lemelson: Against The World Orthodox priest. Activist investor. Dissident voice exposing corruption in Wall Street, Washington, and the Church. Connect with @Lemelson on social media: https://flekt.com/lemelson https://youtube.com/@Lemelson https://facebook.com/lemelson/ https://twitter.com/Lemelson https://instagram.com/lemelson/ https://tiktok.com/@fr_emmanuel_lemelson https://www.linkedin.com/in/emmanuellemelson/ https://rumble.com/user/FrEmmanuelLemelson

    Here I Am With Shai Davidai
    Queer Spaces Say "No Zionists Allowed." This Queer Activist Built a New One | Nate Shalev, Co-Founder of Shalom Dykes

    Here I Am With Shai Davidai

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 56:30


    In this episode of Here I Am, Shai sits down with Nate Shalev, co-founder of Shalom Dykes, an organization creating safe, inclusive, and joyful spaces for Jewish LGBTQ dykes. Nate shares their decade-long journey organizing with the NYC Dyke March, a community that once championed inclusion for all, and how everything shifted after October 7th when conversations about Israel within the march's leadership broke down, anti-Zionism was embedded into the organization's values, and Jewish members were effectively pushed out.Rather than counter-protesting, Nate channeled that loss into building something new. Shalom Dykes launched with no idea who would show up, only to draw hundreds, then 600, then 2,500 signatures on an open letter. Nate reflects on what it means to need your community's safe spaces while being told you no longer belong in them, the painful double life of watching a wife check hostage lists each morning while colleagues with no personal connection to the conflict demanded performative statements, and why building joyful, visible Jewish queer community is itself an act of resistance and hope.Guest: Nate Shalev, Co-founder of Shalom DykesConsider DONATING to help us continue and expand our media efforts. If you cannot at this time, please share this video with someone who might benefit from it. We thank you for your support!https://gofund.me/30c00151c BUY MERCH!https://hereiam.threadless.com/SUPPORT SHAI ON PATREON!https://www.patreon.com/shaidavidai/about?utm_source=campaign-search-results

    The Conversation Art Podcast
    Episode 388: Lauren O'Neill-Butler on Artist Activism, Artforum magazine and the seminal Project Row Houses in Houston

    The Conversation Art Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2026 52:38


    Hunter College professor and author of The War of Art, Lauren O'Neill-Butler talks about: Her 12 years at Artforum magazine, including its balance between advertising and hard-core art writing, and how her chapter on Fierce Pussy was written while at Artforum; the classes on Activism she's taught at Hunter College, which were not to get students to become activists but to make them aware of its history and context; how teaching activism and writing the book were both 'rage containers' but also ways to inspire difference; how activisms 'expire,' including in the case of her colleague Carrie Moyer, whose hardcore activism (including her campaigns for Dyke Action Machine) lasted two years and followed by going back to the studio and making abstract paintings; the difference between 'activists' and 'artists activists,' which culminated in a question at one of her book events at the New York Public Library: "why are you focusing on artists? What makes them so special? Why can't you talk about other activists too?" and how, in addition to bringing an aesthetic to their activism, as part of the answer, artists are beleaguered; the seminal moment in the artist Rick Lowe's career, when a student living in the 3rd Ward of Houston asked him why, as opposed to just showing them the problems in their neighborhood that they were already aware of, wasn't he being creative about coming up with solutions?; her contention that all art is political, but what does an artist's role look like in terms of their actions; how there's no purity in America and no purity in activism, and how Project Row Houses wouldn't have become as robust without the corporate effort; Sarah Schulman's recent writing on the importance of solidarity, and how the left keeps pointing the figure and keeps eating itself; what Project Row Houses looks like, including the mix of affordable and market rate housing, artists who live in them, and expensive condos recently going up in the neighborhood amidst preserved housing in the 3rd Ward of Houston. In the 2nd half of our conversation, available to paid Patreon Supporters of the podcast, Lauren talks about: Why she included (former guest) Ben Davis's critique of Project Row Houses, along with a contextual framework on the challenges of limiting the effects of gentrification, primarily as a way to point out that it isn't artists who are the problem fixers, it's our government representatives; for Rick Lowe and Project Row Houses, it was about trying to do better for the locals; the highly influential and impactful activist organization P.A.I.N. (Prescription Addiction Intervention Now), started by artist Nan Goldin, which was instigated by the terrific irony of the Tate Museum, with £4 million in donations from the Sackler Family Trust, purchased Goldin's "The Ballad of Sexual Dependency" at the same time as she was addicted to Oxycontin (the highly addictive pain medication that led to an epidemic, of which the Sacklers are known for); the successful objective of P.A.I.N. (which is a non-partisan group despite it being formed by a politically progressive artist) to eliminate the art-washing of the Sacklers by putting their names on so many museum wings, and in turn what it was like for PAIN members to attend the protests with fellow protesters who were in very different cultural spheres, including hard-core trumpers; how savvy PAIN was in cultivating and working with the press, which really got their actions thoroughly covered, and even their private meetings were recorded, which helped provide lots of content for Laura Poitras's documentary on Goldin; how Lauren uses YouTube video footage of the PAIN protests, which were so well thought out and dramatic, in her classes; why she didn't right about the Stop Oil! Activist actions in museums (because it's mainly taken place in the U.K.); how the effectiveness of a protest depends very much on the press coverage and the level of circulation of the images from a given action; how most activisms have a figurehead (Goldin), and how it matters, for better or worse, when there's a public-facing person in a group; how successful activism depends on bringing in new blood and new ideas, and how big a factor burnout is for activists; the state of agitprop, or postering, today vs. the 90s- Carrie Moyer and Sue () of Dyke Action Machine would say that the street postering they did wouldn't work today, because there's just too much visual noise, and Lauren's nostalgia for the 90s for those reasons; the 'Secret Handshake' sculptures of trump and Epstein that have been making the rounds on social media around the world, work which she hates but recognizes as effective nonetheless; the hostile takeover of the New College of Florida, Lauren's undergraduate alma mater, by governor Desantis, and how she's been part of the alumni response to the takeover including the forming of nonprofits, a project that is very close to her heart and how she's been involved in it for the past three years, and the struggle of the school was recently featured on "Last Week Tonight with John Oliver."

    Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris
    Grammy-Winning Drummer, Composer, Educator & Activist Terri Lyne Carrington

    Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2026 22:42


    On this episode of Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris, we welcome Grammy-winning drummer, composer, producer, educator, and social activist Terri Lyne Carrington.   A pioneering force in contemporary jazz and beyond, Terri shares insights into her remarkable career, her passion for music education, and her commitment to using art as a catalyst for positive social change. We also discuss her highly anticipated new album "Trip The Night Fantastic"along with the creative process behind her latest work, and the importance of empowering the next generation of artists.   From performing with some of the world's most celebrated musicians to leading groundbreaking projects that challenge conventions and inspire dialogue, Terri Lyne Carrington continues to shape the future of music while honoring its rich history.   www.TerriLyneCarrington.com   www.Instagram.com/terrilynecarrington   Join us for an inspiring conversation about creativity, leadership, advocacy, and the transformative power of music. Subscribe, rate, and review Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris on Apple Podcasts and wherever you listen to podcasts.   About Music Matters with Darrell Craig Harris The Music Matters Podcast is hosted by Darrell Craig Harris, a globally published music journalist, professional musician, and Sports Illustrated photographer. Music Matters is now available on Spotify, iTunes, Podbean, and more. Each week, Darrell interviews renowned artists, musicians, music journalists, and insiders from the music industry. Currently, over 1.2 million global downloads in 40 countries. Visit us at: www.MusicMattersPodcast.com Follow us on Twitter: www.Twitter.com/musicmattersdh  Instagram: www.Instagram.com/musicmatterspodcastofficial For inquiries, contact: musicmatterspodcastshow@gmail.com Support our mission via PayPal: www.paypal.me/payDarrell  Voice intro by Nigel J. Farmer of Voice Wrap Studios Representation:  Yvette Morales | YM & Associates PR Beverly Hills, CA YM-PR.com Email: YMoralesY@ym-pr.com                        

    Accidental Gods
    Mothering the Future we'd be proud to leave behind - with author and activist Zineb Mouhyi

    Accidental Gods

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 74:52


    "I have come to believe something that sounds simple and is anything but: if Mothering were the axis around which we revolved, we would liberate the world. By Mothering I do not mean the biological act of giving birth, or the domestic role that has been used to confine us. I mean the practice – available to all people, in all bodies – of tending to life with full presence: protecting it, nourishing it, teaching it to know itself, trusting it."These are the words of our guest this week, mother, writer, scholar and activist: Zineb Mouhyi in her forthcoming book series, on 'Mothering Liberation'. She defines mothering as the everyday politics - available to all people in all bodies - of tending to life and making every child ours. The book series will be made of three books. The first on mothering ourselves, the second on mothering our children, and the third on mothering the world.Zineb has been an advocate for social change through education, notably through the charitable organizations she co-founded — YouthxYouth & the Weaving Lab — and through her PhD research on the role of education in the Palestinian liberation struggle.  I've been privileged to read the early chapters of her books as she is writing them (a courageous act in its own right) and can safely say that this is one of those life-changing works that could move us all to the collective tipping point we need.  At a time when the world feels increasingly unstable, making a commitment to the flourishing of all life is central to the way forward.  Enjoy!LinksZineb's website Zineb on LinkedInEpisode #141 of Accidental Gods —About Accidental Gods—We offer three strands all rooted in the same soil, drawing from the same river: Accidental Gods, Dreaming Awake and the Thrutopia Writing Masterclass Our next Open Gathering offered as part of our Accidental Gods Programme is 'WALKING THE PATH OF THE INNER WARRIOR' which will run on Sunday 28th June 2026 from 16:00 - 20:00 GMT - details are here. You don't have to be a member of Accidental Gods to come along - but if you are, all Gatherings are half price.If you'd like to join us at Accidental Gods, this is the membership where we endeavour to help you to connect fully with the living web of life. If you'd like to train more deeply in the contemporary shamanic work at Dreaming Awake, you'll find us here. If you'd like to explore the recordings from our last Thrutopia Writing Masterclass, the details are hereManda and Louise both offer one-to-one Mentoring Calls.  Manda is fully booked just now, but if you'd like to contact Louise, details are here.

    BLISTER Podcast
    Athlete / Activist Caroline Gleich on Data Centers, the Situation in Utah, & Why It Matters to All of Us

    BLISTER Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 60:19


    The rapid proliferation of plans to build large data centers across the USA is a massive story with major consequences. So today, Caroline Gleich talks about what is happening in Utah and beyond; getting attacked by ‘Mr. Wonderful' on national TV; and more. We also discuss her experience running for U.S. Senate, and why we need more good people to get involved in local politics.Note: We Want to Hear From You!We'd love for you to share with us the stories or topics you'd like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredSee our Updated Mtn Bike Buyer's GuideEnter Our Free Weekly Gear GiveawaysRESOURCES:Patagonia Action WorksErin Brockovich Data Center SiteVote411.orgBallotReady.org Local Journalism!TOPICS & TIMES:Caroline's Background (2:54)The Data Center Debate (9:10)Utah's Data Center Controversy (16:13)Environmental & Community Impacts of Data Centers (20:43)The AI Arms Race and Its Implications (24:16)What is Real “Progress”? (30:53)Where to Find Facts, Not Misinformation? (35:35)What can be done right now in Utah? (44:26)Caroline's Experience of Running for Senate (45:59)The Promise of Local Politics (54:36)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasGEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Behind the Bastards
    Part Two: The Rise of the "Activist" Investor

    Behind the Bastards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 71:42 Transcription Available


    Robert concludes the story of the rise and fall of an activist investor we can now admit was just Bill Ackman all along.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    9021OMG
    I CHOOSE ME LIVE BACKSTAGE: Cameron Mathison & Tyler Merritt

    9021OMG

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 22:49 Transcription Available


    Prepared to be inspired!! Jennie's 2nd Annual I CHOOSE ME LIVE Women's Empowerment Summit brought together amazing men and women to share stories and experiences around her "I Choose Me" philosophy. Emmy-winning journalist, Kalyna Astrinos, caught Hallmark Hottie, CAMERON MATHISON & Actor and Activist, TYLER MERRITT backstage for some one-on-one time.Follow @IChooseMewithJennieGarth on Instagram and TikTokFollow @JennieGarth on Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Behind the Bastards
    Part One: The Rise of the "Activist" Investor

    Behind the Bastards

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 64:43 Transcription Available


    Robert explains the growth of "activist investors" through the career of one specific guy who also happens to be annoying as hell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.