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This week, two seemingly separate events tell a single, troubling story about Britain's place in the modern world. First, a massive, 100,000-strong far-right rally, supported by American funding, took to the streets of London. Now, Keir Starmer's government is preparing to roll out the red carpet for an unprecedented second state visit for Donald Trump.These are not separate events. They are two acts in the same play.In this episode, Nick Shepley argues that Britain is preparing to advertise its own weakness and vassalage on the world stage. We explore the deep connections between the rise of the externally-funded far-right and the impending arrival of a US President who has built his career on identifying and exploiting the weakest mark.In this analysis, we discuss:The Unprecedented Visit: Why is a British government offering an honour to Donald Trump that no American President in history has ever received before?Trump's Worldview: Understanding Trump's motives not through the lens of traditional diplomacy, but through the brutal logic of a mob-associated property developer looking for the easiest shakedown.The Post-Brexit Reality: How Britain, adrift from its traditional European partners, has become the perfect soft target for American economic and political domination.The Historical Parallel: We look at how great powers in decline often find themselves in these positions of weakness, forced to perform loyalty to a new global hegemon. This isn't a "Special Relationship"; it's a client relationship.A Grim Prediction: Why this visit is set up to be a public humiliation, and why the British government may have no choice but to accept it.▸ Go Deeper: Visit our website at www.explaininghistory.org for articles and detailed explorations of the topics discussed.▸ Join the Conversation: Our community of history enthusiasts discusses episodes, shares ideas, and continues the conversation. Find us on:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcast/Substack: https://theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com/▸ Support the Podcast: Explaining History is a listener-supported production. Your contribution helps us cover the costs of research and keep these conversations going. You can support the show and get access to exclusive content by becoming a patron.Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/explaininghistoryExplaining History helps you understand the 20th Century through critical conversations and expert interviews. We connect the past to the present. If you enjoy the show, please subscribe and share.▸ Support the Show & Get Exclusive ContentBecome a Patron: patreon.com/explaininghistory▸ Join the Community & Continue the ConversationFacebook Group: facebook.com/groups/ExplainingHistoryPodcastSubstack: theexplaininghistorypodcast.substack.com▸ Read Articles & Go DeeperWebsite: explaininghistory.org Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A US congressional committee has made public the 'birthday book' allegedly given to Jeffrey Epstein in 2003 to mark his fiftieth birthday. In it, messages, photos and drawings from his friends - including Donald Trump. The White House is furiously denying that the American President ever submitted a drawing to Epstein, insisting that the signature is not his. Democrats have called it "revolting" and "sick". After spending so long shouting about an Epstein cover up, how wounded are Trump and the Republicans by the latest revelations?Later, Sir Tim Berners-Lee, inventor of the World Wide Web, on the "addictive" algorithms he thinks are making the world a more dangerous place - and his proposals to reclaim the internet.And, the Labour deputy leadership race heats up. Why it might have Keir Starmer sweating.The News Agents is brought to you by HSBC UK - https://www.hsbc.co.uk/EXCLUSIVE NordVPN Deal -> https://nordvpn.com/thenewsagents Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee

Todd and Cathy share the upcoming changes to their podcast, Zen Parenting Radio, which will be renamed Zen POP Parenting starting June 1st! They also discuss the normal shifts in kids' friendships, highlighting the importance of loyalty, boundaries, and the reality that friendships evolve. As parents, we can feel more overwhelmed than our kids when these changes happen, but it's important to normalize the ups and downs of friendships and offer support without letting our own fear or discomfort take over.

As a lifelong Democrat, I always thought the problem of gun violence was easy to solve. Just get rid of the guns. It was one of the most important issues for us as Bill Clinton rallied voters to the polls in 1992. But back then, it wasn't mass shootings that we worried about. It was handguns. Just look at this scene in Aaron Sorkin's The American President, released in 1995, where Michael Douglas has to bury protecting the climate to pass a weapons bill, but by the end, he realizes he doesn't have to sacrifice anything. He can and will get both.Four years later, Eric Harris and Dylan Klebold would become famous by shooting up Columbine High School with illegally purchased weapons. That led to the renewal of the now-expired 1994 Assault Weapons Ban originally implemented after Patrick Edward Purdy killed five children at an elementary school in Stockton, California, in 1989. We had a joke back then called “going postal,” referring to the same kind of person who would open fire on post offices or other office buildings. It seemed like men reacted violently to being rejected, either by a job or a woman. School shootings were rare. But Columbine hit differently than any tragedy that came before it.It wasn't just the crime itself; it was the pleasure the shooters took in carrying it out, performing for the security cameras, the casual cruelty, and later, how they became subversive icons. All of these years later, many of our early theories about them turned out to be wrong. They weren't really bullied. For them, it was more about the thrill of killing and gaining fame for it. By 1999, two significant changes had occurred in American society. The 24-hour news cycle, thanks to the O.J. Simpson trial, and the rise of the internet, which could give us our news even faster. However, it did something else as well. It allowed ordinary people to become famous overnight. That's still true. Anyone can get famous for anything. Mass shooters also have their influencers and platforms. But even more importantly, like the Columbine shooters, they are all caught up in the romance of building a mythology behind their planned shootings, their grand statements against society as they carry out their evil acts. They seem to have empathy for other shooters. They want to be like them. They want to be feared and remembered. The more evil the deed, the greater the myth. The endgame always seems to be suicide, go out with a bang. Solving that problem, understanding it, trying to get ahead of it, proved too difficult, so we pivoted to the guns. Always the guns. Just get rid of the guns, and the problem will be solved.Like these TikTokers: I used to believe that. I also demonized people who carried them, and it was an easy excuse to blame the other side. What else is new? At least we want to do something about it, I would say. For this reason, I began studying mass shooters. I thought that if I could identify the one thing they had in common, maybe we could find a way to reach them before they decide to pick up a gun.Every time I brought it up to anyone I knew on the Left, I would always get the same answer: it's the guns. Take away the guns, solve the problem. They didn't want to talk about anything else. If you lived through the Oklahoma City bombing and 9/11, it seemed obvious that if people want to kill, there are other ways. Just look at suicide bombers, or people who drive trucks through crowds, or go on stabbing sprees. No, guns just made it easier, but taking them away is not only impossible, it doesn't solve the problem. In my research, I came across a site called GunViolence.org. They lay out just how rare mass shootings are compared to the rest of the shootings in America. I was shocked when I actually looked at the numbers. Here is their ten-year review:Gun deaths are part of the everyday reality for many working-class families living in high-crime cities, and yet, in the post-George Floyd America, even talking about “Black on Black” crime is strictly verboten. It has to be the guns. On August 27, the same day as the most recent shooting in Minneapolis at a Catholic school, several other people lost their lives to gun violence. Like this:And this:And this - a man shot in his home in Mississippi. Two more:How about this shooting, captured on Facebook Live and viewed by millions in Chicago: The same party that thinks guns are the problem have not only refused Trump's help to bring in the National Guard to clean up crime, but have also attempted to “defund the police,” called all police “racists” all through 2020, and continue to ignore crime in cities like Los Angeles where all of the products have to be locked away and criminals aren't even prosecuted for theft under $1000.There is no question that the Democrat brand lately stands for defending and protecting criminals and crime rather than protecting citizens. They won't talk about how residents in DC are relieved to be able to walk on the streets and feel safe at night. This latest shooter, Robert/Robin Westman, bought his guns legally. Giffords.org gives Minnesota a grade of “B.” Yet, here are their suggestions to improve that grade:None of these improvements would have stopped Westman from shooting his gun through the window while Catholic students were praying on the second day of school. He did it because he knew that they were too trusting and that there would be few barriers in his way. For a guy like Westman, or any of the latest trend of trans and nonbinary perpetrators of violence, wearing a mask of a woman offers an extra layer of protection, but it also reveals someone who doesn't want to be who he is in a society that no longer has any use for men. Not only won't they look into it, but their greatest fear coming out of the event was whether they would offend the transgender community.You see how easy it is to blame the guns? Then, you never have to look at anything else, uncomfortable things, things no one can even talk about.And for those complaining that the Republicans are “politicizing a tragedy,” know this: all the Democrats have done for the last 30 years is politicize tragedies. Never let a crisis go to waste. And the answer is always the guns. Because “it's the guns,” we never had to face what we'd done to contribute to making this country worse. We never had to confront what the feminist movement had done to men. Listen to how these women talk on TikTok. It isn't just that men have fled the Democratic Party. It's that they've been abandoned by them and, worse, they've been demonized.I am not excusing violence, certainly not mass murder, certainly not of children. But how can we not even talk about what has happened to men over the past 20 years that has brought them to the point where so many of them feel like there is no place for them in society, that they are loathed at best, invisible at worst? And if we don't understand them, if we don't see them, if we don't know how to reach them, how can we possibly stop them? Oh, don't worry, we'll just take away the gun. That will solve the problem.We never had to confront what psych meds might have done to potential mass shooters. We weren't even allowed to bring it up lest we offend those afflicted with mental illness. At least now, under Trump, we have RFK, Jr. to take a look, finally, at whether or not these drugs had any impact on mass shootings. After the massacre at Sandy Hook, I realized we lost the gun debate. Adam Lanza's guns were locked up. But he stole them, shot his mother in the face, and went on a rampage, where he would later end his life.I knew that wasn't about the guns. It couldn't be. So what else was going on? How can we prevent this problem from happening again? The guns? Seriously? That's all you got? Yes, that's all they got. Even now. But what I know now is that we have to do the other thing. We have to pivot to protecting children — schools, churches, parks, restaurants. We must ensure our buildings are shooter-proof, just as we make sure they are earthquake-proof. Debating about guns for 30 more years isn't going to do anything. And then, we have to have a serious conversation about the deeper issues at play, not just with the most recent shooting, but with all mass shootings. How is it that they become celebrities? Why do men feel left behind? Why do they think they need something like this to be valued? Why did this shooter and so many others of late feel they had to transition or identify as something other than a man to be seen and valued? What can we do as a society to help them?We live in a take-no-prisoners new world of algorithms and isolation. It will likely disrupt our species in ways we can't even fathom. But one thing I know for sure is that to make the conversation only about guns is to be unprepared for everything that's coming next. // This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.sashastone.com/subscribe

(00:00-14:41) Continuing the Cardinal discussion. Messaging from the front office. Everything's fine, come and get a bobblehead.(14:49-31:09) This song makes Doug never wanna listen to music again. Covers of copyrighted songs are still copyrighted. The American President. Can Movie Boy get Sorkin? Does living mean they're alive? Doug's just suspending everybody. Lee Corso's final College Gameday. Reports of Ohio State banning Dave Portnoy from the stadium on Saturday. Some confusion on the location of Gameday. I'm sorry but I'm not sure why I'm apologizing.(31:19-45:23) PFG performing at the Crestwood Mall food court. The Dolphins released former Mizzou WR Theo Wease. Dave Portnoy claiming he was indeed banned from Ohio State this Saturday. ESPN College Gameday vs. Fox Big Noon Kickoff. Producer Joe's prose. Doug hits the club scene HARD. Drinking port at an SEC game. Best high school football stadiums in STL. L-A-D-U-E.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special episode, recorded just after an unprecedented White House summit, we analyse the impact on President Volodymyr Zelensky and his European allies. Was the meeting a diplomatic win for Ukraine? How credible is Donald Trump's pledge to commit US forces to defend Ukraine in a future peace deal? And could it benefit Zelensky strategically to meet Vladimir Putin without the American President at the table?Contributors:Francis Dearnley (Executive Editor for Audio). @FrancisDearnley on X.Dominic Nicholls (Associate Editor of Defence). @DomNicholls on X.Connor Stringer (Deputy US Editor). @connor_stringer on X.SIGN UP TO THE NEW ‘UKRAINE: THE LATEST' WEEKLY NEWSLETTER:https://secure.telegraph.co.uk/customer/secure/newsletter/ukraine/ Each week, Dom Nicholls and Francis Dearnley answer your questions, provide recommended reading, and give exclusive analysis and behind-the-scenes insights – plus maps of the frontlines and diagrams of weapons to complement our daily reporting. It's free for everyone, including non-subscribers.NOW AVAILABLE IN NEW LANGUAGES:The Telegraph has launched translated versions of Ukraine: The Latest in Ukrainian and Russian, making its reporting accessible to audiences on both sides of the battle lines and across the wider region, including Central Asia and the Caucasus. Just search Україна: Останні Новини (Ukr) and Украина: Последние Новости (Ru) on your on your preferred podcast app to find them. Listen here: https://linktr.ee/ukrainethelatestSubscribe: telegraph.co.uk/ukrainethelatestEmail: ukrainepod@telegraph.co.uk Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

You have three choices: George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, or Donald Trump. Who should win? A write-in candidate? Mitch Harris, former Cardinals pitcher joins the show and we do Bee or Not the Bee.

Donald Trump has warned of ‘severe consequences' if Vladimir Putin blocks peace in Ukraine, while also suggesting Friday's Alaska meeting could be followed by a second summit that includes Volodymyr Zelenskyy. But there are already signs the Russian leader's not in the mood for compromise and President Zelenskyy has warned Putin is ‘bluffing'. European leaders, who had feared the American President could sell out Ukraine, now say they're confident he will push for a ceasefire. - अमेरिकी राष्ट्रपति डोनाल्ड ट्रम्पले आफ्नो रुसी समकक्षी भ्लादिमिर पुटिनसँग हुने भनिएको प्रत्यक्ष भेटवार्ताको पूर्वसन्ध्यामा एक चेतावनी जारी गरेका छन्। युक्रेनमा शान्ति बहाली गर्ने कार्य रोके “परिणामहरू गम्भीर” हुन सक्ने भनी ट्रम्पले पुटिनलाई चेतावनी दिएका हुन्। अलास्काको एक एयर फोर्स बेसमा स्थानीय समय अनुसार शुक्रवार, अगस्ट १५ मा उक्त बैठक आयोजना हुँदैछ।

American Presidents have been trying to manage Russian President Vladimir Putin since the beginning of this century.There was George W. Bush, who met with Putin 28 times.Barack Obama and Putin sat down together 9 times.Joe Biden met with Putin only once.Past presidents had hoped to strike deals and push Russia toward a more democratic society.Instead, Russia started wars and tried to expand its borders.Soon, President Trump heads here to Alaska for his seventh meeting with Putin – and like his predecessors – he's trying to get something out of Putin.This time he's hoping to finally end the war in Ukraine.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Donald Trump has warned of ‘severe consequences' if Vladimir Putin blocks peace in Ukraine, while also suggesting Friday's Alaska meeting could be followed by a second summit that includes Volodymyr Zelenskyy. But there are already signs the Russian leader's not in the mood for compromise and President Zelenskyy has warned Putin is ‘bluffing'. European leaders, who had feared the American President could sell out Ukraine, now say they're confident he will push for a ceasefire.

Alastair is joined by historian and co-host of Goalhanger's Journey Through Time, Sarah Churchwell, to discuss their new series on the History of The National Rifle Association.  How did The National Rifle Association go from a sportsman's organisation set up to improve marksmanship following the civil war to a for-profit group fighting gun regulation?  Why did a convicted killer become one of the most influential figures in modern gun politics? How did the NRA gain so much control over the American President and the Supreme Court? Listen to David Olusoga and Sarah Churchwell on Journey Through Time to get the full story.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Tonight, Donald Trump's revenge presidency is here. The American President targets more political enemies and cleans house at the FBI. Then, what's behind the Israeli government's new plan for Gaza. And new reporting on a secret Trump plan that all feels very familiar.Guests: Daniel Koh, Paul Butler, Asha Rangappa, Rep. Greg Casar, Peter Beinart To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

Tonight, it's looking more and more like an authoritarian state. The American President threatens to use the National Guard to seize control of Washington D.C. as his immigration police try to swell their ranks. Then, new scrutiny of the secret meeting to respond to the Epstein files. And the Texas Democrats standing up to Trump's latest power grab.Guests: Ben Rhodes, Harry Litman, TX State Rep. Ana-Maria Rodriguez Ramos, TX State Rep. Trey Martinez Fischer, Rep. Pramila Jayapal To listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts. Want more of Chris? Download and subscribe to his podcast, “Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes podcast” wherever you get your podcasts.

The central theme of this podcast episode revolves around the nuanced examination of the film "The American President," a cinematic work that intertwines romance with political drama. We delve into the complexities of the film's narrative, discussing its portrayal of a widowed U.S. President engaging in an illicit relationship with an environmental lobbyist. This film, penned by the esteemed Aaron Sorkin and directed by Rob Reiner, raises pertinent questions about the intersection of personal and political lives in the public sphere. Throughout our discourse, we reflect on the implications of the evolving political landscape, noting how contemporary events render certain scenarios less awkward than they may have appeared at the time of the film's release. The episode culminates in a critical analysis of the film's strengths and limitations, offering listeners a comprehensive understanding of its significance in both cinematic and political contexts.Support us:https://www.patreon.com/whatsourverdictEmail us: hosts@whatsourverdict.comFollow us:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/whatsourverdictTwitter: @whatsourverdictInstagram: @whatsourverdictYouTube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC-K_E-ofs3b85BnoU4R6liAVisit us:www.whatsourverdict.com

The 2nd episode in the Semi-Forgotten Presidents Series is here! This episode covers the Presidency and life of Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the United States. Listeners will hear parts of how President Carter lived his life as a child, what he did before and after his Presidency, and other important acts he accomplished in his Presidency presidency outside of the Camp David Peace Accords.NOTE TO LISTENERS: Two facts need to be corrected. President Carter was President from 1977 to 1981 NOT 1977-1980. Also, I did find information on Rachel Clark. I will use info for future episode about President Carter. Thank you.Sources:Alter, Jonathan, His Very Best: Jimmy Carter, A Life (New York: Simon & Schuster, 2020), 7.Carter, Jimmy, A Full Life: Reflections at Ninety (New York: Simon & Schuster, 2015), 3-26."Jimmy Carter: 39th President of the United States 1977-1981," World Book of American Presidents, ed. William H. Nault, Robert O Zeleny, and Seva Johnson (Chicago: World Book Encyclopedia Inc, 1982), 239-241.

Prime Minister Mark Carney says Canada will be implementing new tariffs on foreign steel, as the feds pledge financial support for the Canadian steel industry. He says there is no trade deal on the table that Canada can accept right now, particularly with its closest neighbour. But as August 1st draws closer, the Carney Liberals are still talking to their American counterparts, as President Trump continues to dangle 35 percent tariffs on all Canadian goods after that date. On today's show: Reaction from the steel industry to Prime Minister Carney's latest announcement. Francois Desmarais, the V.P. of the Canadian Steel Producers Association, pays us a visit. Analysis on the latest round of U.S. trade negotiations with Brian Clow, a former Deputy Chief of Staff to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau. He led the trade negotiation file for the PMO during Donald Trump's first term as American President. Washington Post columnist Philip Bump joins Vassy Kapelos to answer this week's Explainer question: Why is MAGA mad about the Epstein Files? The Daily Debrief Panel - featuring Jeff Rutledge, Abigail Bimman, and Nick McRoberts. Is there a possible Royal reunion in the offing? CTV royal commentator Afua Hagan weighs in.

Join us as Ocean House owner and award-winning author Deborah Goodrich Royce moderates a conversation with our featured author, Jim Pierce. About the Author: Jim Pierce is a retired insurance executive. His political roots include family ties to three American Presidents.  “Treachery” is historical fiction about the first eighteen months of America's “War between the States”. The Northern troops were hapless and results amazingly lopsided in the early days of the conflagration. The story develops a theory as to why that may have been the case. "The Beginning" places the reader next to Prime Minister Winston Churchill as he steers England through its darkest hours in 1940 and 1941. This is a story you will not want to miss! Historical fiction serves two purposes; the reader can learn about a past time, place, and people, while simultaneously enjoying the story being told.  About The Beginning: "The Beginning" takes readers on a journey into Winston Churchill's world, set in the tumultuous years of 1940 and 1941. From the very first day he became prime minister, Churchill faced relentless challenges. Through historical fiction, the author skillfully transports readers back to these pivotal events, personalizing the experience and bringing history to life. For more information about Jim Pierce, visit www.amazon.com/Beginning-Jim-Pierce. For details on Deborah Goodrich Royce and the Ocean House Author Series, visit deborahgoodrichroyce.com

This Flashback Friday is from episode 345, published last November 5, 2013. Karen Hudes studied law at Yale Law School and economics at the University of Amsterdam. She worked in the US Export Import Bank of the US from 1980-1985 and in the Legal Department of the World Bank from 1986-2007. She established the Non Governmental Organization Committee of the International Law Section of the American Bar Association and the Committee on Multilateralism and the Accountability of International Organizations of the American Branch of the International Law Association. In 1999 Karen reported the corrupt take-over of the second largest bank in the Philippines. The Bank's Country Director in the Philippines reassigned Karen when she asked him to sign a letter warning the Philippines' government that the Bank could not disburse its loan. Two days after informing the Board's Audit Committee of the cover-up in the Philippines, Karen was reprimanded and placed on probation. The Chair of the World Bank's Audit Committee requested an inquiry into the World Bank's Institutional Integrity Department. The Senate Committee on Foreign Relations followed up with three letters to the World Bank. The World Bank forged documents and fired Karen in contempt of Congress. In 2007 Karen advised the US Treasury Department and US Congress that the US would lose its right to appoint the President of the World Bank if the current American President of the World Bank did not play by the rules. The 66 year old Gentlemen's Agreement that Europe would appoint the Managing Director of the IMF and US would appoint the World Bank President ended in 2010.   Follow Jason on TWITTER, INSTAGRAM & LINKEDIN Twitter.com/JasonHartmanROI Instagram.com/jasonhartman1/ Linkedin.com/in/jasonhartmaninvestor/ Call our Investment Counselors at: 1-800-HARTMAN (US) or visit: https://www.jasonhartman.com/ Free Class:  Easily get up to $250,000 in funding for real estate, business or anything else: http://JasonHartman.com/Fund CYA Protect Your Assets, Save Taxes & Estate Planning: http://JasonHartman.com/Protect Get wholesale real estate deals for investment or build a great business – Free Course: https://www.jasonhartman.com/deals Special Offer from Ron LeGrand: https://JasonHartman.com/Ron Free Mini-Book on Pandemic Investing: https://www.PandemicInvesting.com  

How can anyone forget those photos of Trump's sons celebrating over the carcasses of dead animals that they shot in Africa? Fortunately, not all sons of American Presidents behave so tastelessly in the wild. As Nathalia Holt argues in her new history, The Beast in the Clouds, Teddy Roosevelt's sons found redemption - and regret - in their (peaceful) 1928 quest for the giant panda in northwestern China. Holt argues that their remarkable expedition marked a pivotal moment in conservation history, transforming scientific thinking from hunting endangered species to protecting them, while simultaneously offering the troubled Roosevelt brothers their greatest achievement and deepest source of remorse. We should all give thanks for Teddy and his boys. Where would the wilderness or endangered species be without them?1. The expedition transformed scientific thinking from hunting to conservation"The story that I'm telling is all about the birth of conservation biology and how scientists changed their minds, how they went from believing that endangered animals needed to be hunted and killed to be studied to instead be described and to be photographed and to given far more protections."2. The Roosevelt sons were escaping personal and professional failures"Both the sons at this point in their lives, they are 41 and 39 years old, they're in a way running away from life... Ted, the eldest son, has just been what his wife called politically obliterated... Kermit Roosevelt, who has struggled. He does not have a successful business. He suffers from alcoholism."3. The panda was genuinely mythical to Western science"The panda was this animal that was mythical. Many people did not believe it even existed in the Western world... Many people believe that the panda would be a cross between a polar bear and a black bear, a very aggressive, dangerous animal."4. The expedition's success led to immediate regret and conservation efforts"When they come back after this trip they immediately regret their actions with the panda... And the Roosevelts are devastated by this because they know that they are the ones that have caused this."5. The expedition pioneered modern species protection policies"The panda is really the first animal to gain these protections. It's a real turning point, because you've had many endangered animals previously, that they're just, they go extinct and nobody makes any laws... But the pandas, because they know how rare they are, they decide to change things."Keen On America is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit keenon.substack.com/subscribe

We've come to the end of our wild ride with Eagle, but oh is this last volume a doozey! Follow along with us as we ride the twists and turns of the American political beast! This week, Matt, Sam, Jae, and Jacob read and discuss Eagle: The Making of an Asian-American President by Kaiji Kawaguchi.Read along, meme along, or just yell at our bad opinions by following @OverMangaCast on Twitter.YouTube / Instagram / FacebookLeave a review: Podchaser

Before there was The West Wing, Aaron Sorkin wrote The American President. A movie that represents the best qualities in America through a leader who exemplifies empathy over ego. Can America be great again? Only if our next President in charge (if there is one) carries more of President Andrew Shepard's characteristics. Jeff York is a member of the Chicago Indie Critics, whose work you can catch at https://theestablishingshot.org/ Follow him on X @JeffYorkWriter . BlueSky@jeffyorkwriter.bsky.social, Instagram @jeffyorkchicago, TikTok @jeffyorkchicago You can also find him on TikTok as @jeffyorkchicago where he reviews movies while drawing beautiful illustrations of the movies he's reviewing. Don Shanahan is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved and Banana Meter-approved film critic writing for film obsessive, his own website Every Movie Has a Lesson, and as a co-host of the Cinephile Hissy Fit podcast on the Ruminations Radio Network. He is a co-founder/co-director of Chicago Indie Critics and a member of the nationally-recognized Critics Choice Association and Hollywood Critics Association.  Don's sites https://everymoviehasalesson.com/  https://filmobsessive.com/author/everymoviehasalesson/  Don's Podcast https://open.spotify.com/show/6G0dYEHovZsjHd2ItOuRL2?si=29c0063796204b90  Don's Socials Instagram and TikTok @cassablancadon Bluesky @casablancadon.bsky.social  Subscribe to YPA Reviews for more content. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQrUmfPvYdxuBYuvkAREhxA?view_as=public Go to https://www.ypareviews.com/ to read my written reviews and stay up to date on all of my newest podcast and YouTube content. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/youll-probably-agree/id1453935603 Subscribe on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/6poDSN5vjKFFk5XVY7SHtq?si=979e81a7063f4005 Subscribe on SoundCloud https://soundcloud.com/user-114056851 Follow Me on X and Instagram @ypareviews My TikTok @ypareviewschicago

MUSICWe may not have seen the last of Aerosmith in concert. In a recent interview, Joe Perry talked about possibly touring or doing one final show.Alice Cooper will be inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame on October 30th in Chicago. He's being recognized for his syndicated shows, Nights With Alice Cooper and Alice's Attic. Deftones teased some new music before their show in London on Sunday night, posting a graphic on their video screens that used Roman numerals to spell out July 10th, 2025. Three Day Grace's "I Hate Everything About You" has joined Spotify's Billions Club for one-billion streams on the platform. Zach Top's girlfriend, Amelia, posted a video backstage of his concert with the caption, "POV: me scanning the crowd for all these wild texts chicks are holding up." And she said, "Y'all need some self-respect, for real." Nelly refuses to change his and Ashanti's new baby's diapers. · TVTOP TALK SHOWS GUESTS:Jimmy Fallon has actress Jessica Biel, actor Simon Pegg, musical guest sombrStephen Colbert has actor Mariska HargitayJimmy Kimmel has actor Sam Rockwell, musical guest Valerie JuneSeth Meyers has actor Benicio Del Toro President Trump said in an interview Sunday that a "group of very wealthy people" are buying TikTok. NASA and Netflix are teaming up with NASA+ live programming will be available where audiences will be able to stream rocket launches, astronaut spacewalks, mission coverage, and breathtaking live views of Earth from the International Space Station.Podcasts:Olivia Munn has a condition called trichotillomania, which is a compulsion to pull out your own hair. She targets her eyelashes. She explained on the recent episode of ‘Armchair Expert'. MOVING ON INTO MOVIE NEWS:Ryan Gosling puts the "not" in "astronaut" . . . his words, not mine . . . in "Project Hail Mary". Check out the trailer. Since the Fourth of July is Friday, ThePioneerWoman.com put together a list of 50 movies that are perfect to add to your watchlist. Here are 15:1. "Jaws" (1975)2. "Top Gun" (1986)3. "The American President" (1995)4. "Rocky" (1976)5. "The Sandlot" (1993)6. "An American Tail" (1986)7. "Live Free or Die Hard" (2007)8. "National Treasure" (2004)9. "Captain America: The First Avenger" (2011)10. "Apollo 13" (1995)11. "Mr. Smith Goes to Washington" (1939)12. "Air Force One" (1997)13. "Forrest Gump" (1994)14. "Hamilton" (2020)15. "1776" (1972)AND FINALLYAND THAT IS YOUR CRAP ON CELEBRITIES!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Publicly at least, most American Presidents have "held their tongue" over their disputes with Israel - Trump is a "different kettle of fish."-YOUR NEXT LISTEN: Iran War: "Our economy will be smashed"-The Trump-brokered ceasefire between Israel and Iran has gotten off to a shaky start. Both sides have accused the other of violating the agreement, with Israel incurring the expletive-laden wrath of the US president in the process. So what happens now?In this episode Anoosh Chakelian is joined by Megan Gibson and Freddie Hayward to unpack the latest developments and possible outcomes in the Middle East and at this week's NATO summit.-READ: There won't be a ‘final victory' for Iran or Israel by David BlagdenSign up to the New Statesman's daily politics newsletter: Morning CallSubmit a question for a future episode: You Ask UsHosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When we envision the future we use the lens of today. It's tough to predict the future, but here's what we think will be vastly different than what you're expecting. Your host: Justin DiGiulio. Futurist, Sales Psychology Coach, Real Estate Broker, Writer, Runner, and Jack of All Trades.CoHost: James Boswell. Accountant, Philosopher, Bartender & Professional Referee Bar Trivia: An Irishman, Joe Malone, relocated his wife and 5 children to the Adirondacks several years ago. The youngest a 2 year old and a 4 year old are the sweetest and looked after by the middle child. Given the two eldest are teenagers, they are strong and are helping build their mountain homestead with their father. Bar Trivia: Mr. Dribble was visiting his sister and his young nephew, Adam, who was studying modern American history. ​Mr. Dribble was not familiar with American history.Adam showed him a list of all the American Presidents in order​ and ​told Mr. Dribble that three of the first five presidents died on Independence Day (July 4th).

In what may be the greatest military as well as world peace decisions ever made by an American President, Donald Trump may have just ENDED the 46-year war against America

This week is all about power, money, and the battles shaping our digital future.We chat about the ultimate tech billionaire and American President who go from best buddies to bitter enemies. Musk is mobilising his X army to kill legislation. We also find out your ChatGPT conversations might not be private after all and cover the new games console Curry's describe as its biggest gaming pre-order ever. Finally, we get a preview of the Women in Data Science Dublin Regional Conference with Rebecca Barford-Ryan, Managing Consultant at IBM and a WiDS Ambassador. For more information and tickets for the event, go to:https://www.eventbrite.ie/e/women-in-data-science-wids-dublin-regional-conference-2025-tickets-1338517996359Listen to Tech Radio now on Apple, Spotify and YouTube—----- Apple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tech-radio-ireland/id256279328Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5vAWM1vvHbQKYE79dgCGY2YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TechRadioIrelandRSS - https://feeds.transistor.fm/techradio

 Today, in the past and in the future this formula works/worked and will work…They present somebody who could never find the solution/recipe/healing … And then they sell some awkward solution that never will help…Don't buy in such Merry Tales…These Merry Tales are sold from all Religions in the world (paradise/hell/enlightenment, moksha, never get reborn). Today the same Merry Tales are sold from about 50% of the Advertisement on the internet.  How would it be if you believe in yourself, in your capabilities, instead to trust any internet advertisement?I can tell you stories from me where I was incurable ill and healed them all by myself. Because I believe that every disease is curable with the help of God … And I never wish that you will be in such worse situations I already was …For instance, through an accident my back was incurable. Also, I had strong scoliosis. I always said to these awful doctors and even to the best orthopedic doctors… You are wrong! I did the opposite what they have recommended to me.And today my back is straight and better than before. Why? Because I did the opposite what the doctors were telling me!!!Question: Do you still believe in these Titles or positions? You need just to be an American President then everything is true?! Or what? The people getting the positions or titles to exploit better people. I believe in God and never believe in anything until I have tried it out!!!For me is God real, so real like you!Before, I was an atheist who got never baptized in any Religion… I don't need to be baptized, or I don't need any Religion, to be religious…. For what? Religions want to sell their dreams to become rich.  And do you think that any sold strategy of the internet had helped me…? For sure not!! Because all of these B.S. strategies offered on the internet to cure your back has only one idea to make money… Trust yourself, trust God and never trust anybody who makes a living with:I have an easy strategy with miracles cure…With my strategy, everybody is getting richI always win on the stock market…There will rarely be any strategy that is easy to implement and gives you all that you want!You don't get anything for free… only this block… My Video: Selling Dreams and delivering B.S. https://youtu.be/eYzylcZJZlIMy Audio: https://divinesuccess.net/wp-content/uploads/2021/Podcast.B/Selling-Dreams-and-delivering-B.S..mp3

Today on America in the Morning  Russia's Trump Reaction Ukrainian officials say the Russian drone attack on Ukraine was the biggest of the three-year war, which led to a rebuke by President Trump against Vladimir Putin, which was followed by a Kremlin response saying America's president is on – quote – emotional overload.  Correspondent Charles de Ledesma reports all of this has some GOP members of Congress demanding an American response, including harsh sanctions.   Memorial Day Across America On Monday the nation honored the men and women in uniform serving our armed forces who gave their lives protecting American democracy, including President Trump at a ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. John Stolnis has more from Washington.    Trump's New Plan For Harvard Grants President Trump has a plan to reallocate Federal grant money designated for Harvard University.  Correspondent Clayton Neville reports.   Remembering Charles Rangel Former U.S. Representative Charles Rangel of New York has died.  Correspondent Lisa Dwyer reports on the passing of the 23-term congressman.   Latest On The DC Shooting More is being learned about the suspect in the killings of two Israeli embassy staffers outside a museum in Washington, and outrage in his hometown of Chicago.  Jennifer King reports.   More Inmates Captured Authorities in Louisiana say that three more of the inmates who escaped from a New Orleans jail were apprehended on Monday.       Trump At Arlington Cemetery In a long standing tradition for American President's on Memorial Day, President Trump, flanked by his Vice President and Secretary of Defense, paid tribute the country's fallen soldiers.   Lisa Dwyer reports.    FBI Opens Biden Investigations The FBI along with a House GOP committee is going to re-examine several high-profile cases that happened during the Biden administration – including one that occurred inside the White House and another involving the auto-pen.  Correspondent Rich Johnson has details.    Latest In The Middle East U-S officials are working with leaders in the Middle East with the goal of reaching a cease fire deal in the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. Correspondent Clayton Neville reports that Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is the latest administration official in the region.     Driver Mows Down People In UK A horrifying incident at an event in Liverpool, England.  A man drove his car into a crowd, leaving over two dozen people injured, including children.    Latest On Tariffs A European Union official says he has had good trade talks with the Trump administration in hopes to avoid a threatened 50 percent tariff hike.  The latest from correspondent Mike Hempen.  Boeing's Deal The Justice Department has reached a deal with Boeing that will allow the jet maker to avoid criminal prosecution for the 737 Max crashes.  Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports.   Texas Lottery Lawsuit A Texas woman is suing that state's lottery commission, alleging they are withholding her $83 million dollar jackpot.    Finally   The Duck Dynasty TV star who became a conservative cultural icon has died.  Correspondent Jennifer King reports on the passing of Phil Robertson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In a long standing tradition for American President's on Memorial Day, President Trump paid tribute the country's fallen soldiers. AP's Lisa Dwyer reports.

In London this week, the Aussie suffragist Nellie Martel explains to English women how they can win the vote, while back at home pioneering feminist Louisa Lawson's publication The Dawn teeters on the brink of closure. Plus: the first Empire Day; the final battles of the Russo-Japanese War mean a Nobel Peace Prize for Teddy Roosevelt; and in Sydney a ratcatching hero survives Bubonic Plague – again.Kathy Bowrey: "The threat posed by a woman inventor: law, labour and the subjugation of Louisa Lawson"https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14490854.2024.2331591For a free trial that will give you access to ad-free, early and bonus episodes:Patreon: patreon.com/forgottenaustraliaApple: apple.co/forgottenaustraliaCheck out my books:They'll Never Hold Me:https://www.booktopia.com.au/they-ll-never-hold-me-michael-adams/book/9781923046474.htmlThe Murder Squad:https://www.booktopia.com.au/the-murder-squad-michael-adams/book/9781923046504.htmlHanging Ned Kelly:https://www.booktopia.com.au/hanging-ned-kelly-michael-adams/book/9781922992185.htmlAustralia's Sweetheart:https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-sweetheart-michael-adams/book/9780733640292.htmlEmail: forgottenaustraliapodcast@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I asked Judith Collins yesterday, just what has become of us? The “us” I was referring to is this country. But I amended that in my mind yesterday afternoon when I read the first review of Jake Tapper's book on Joe Biden. What's become of all of us, is now the question. "Biden didn't recognise George Clooney at a fundraiser", was your headline. Tapper is making money out of a book on a subject he should have been all over four years ago, but wasn't. Most of the American media in particular weren't. They knew Biden was what he was, but it didn't seem to matter then. But now that they can make a buck, it's a story. This was raised at the White House correspondents dinner, so it's not like they aren't aware of how this looks. Jacinda Ardern falls into the same category – destroy the country, run away to Boston, write a book and collect the money. It's shocking. Jannik Sinner, the tennis player in name, and act. He meets the Pope, having cut a deal with the doping authorities not to miss any majors and return to his home tournament a hero. And the daddy of them all is the current American President. He offers White House tours and a dinner if you buy his crypto. How is this possible? He tells you "it's a good time to buy" before he makes an announcement that he knows will move the markets. No one is seemingly doing anything about it. He is about to collect a plane for God's sake! That is quite obviously illegal, and yet, who is it that is going to do something about it? Winston Peters had his head in his hands when Brooke let the big word fly, and he lamented the lack of standards. All around us are seemingly new norms. There are more and more indicators that what was once the right way to go about business now doesn't matter. Punishments that once addressed indiscretions are now laughed at or negotiated away. Moral fibre that kept you on the straight and narrow is not just gone, but jettisoned and replaced by contempt and arrogance. If the President of America can bribe your crypto purchases, while flying on an illegal plane, former leaders can profit from negligence, and the Fourth Estate can pretend to be unbiased while ignoring the news and then cash in on their ineptitude, is it any wonder more and more of us long for the good old days? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Trump tells the world that it is not the responsiblility of the American President to bring other countries to heal. Trump inks $142 billion dollar arms deal with Saudi Arabia. Judge backs use of Alien Enemies Act to deport migrant gang members. Liberals try to cover up the fact that they lied about Joe Biden's cognitive abilities. 

Walk with us through the West Wing and into the heart of The American President, where romance meets realpolitik under the soft glow of the White House. We're diving into this Aaron Sorkin-penned blend of idealism, charm, and sharp political drama, unpacking the chemistry between Michael Douglas and Annette Bening, the dream of a more noble presidency, and what this film says about leadership, image, and the power of personal conviction. Did you enjoy the episode? Don't forget to hit that subscribe button and join us for more retro movie discussions! Want even more? Get bonus content and connect with us directly by supporting the show on Patreon. For additional episodes and exclusive insights, head to www.30podcast.com. And if you love what you hear, leave us a glowing review on your favorite podcast app—especially Apple Podcasts. Your support keeps the show going!

April 5 was the day of "Hands Off" protests all across the country for those voicing opposition to Trump's policies, including the newly imposed global tariffs. There is a growing movement of “righteous rage” that many see as absolving themselves from the basic demands of civility and legality. They are part of a rising class of American Jacobins — bourgeois revolutionaries increasingly prepared to trash everything, from Teslas to the Constitution. Yes, this is a reset—a Trump Reset. Would you rather have the guys at Davos do it or an American President? Tonight on Ground Zero (7-10 pm, pacific time on groundzeroplus.com), Clyde Lewis talks with Alan Johnson about TARIFFYING. Call in: 503-225-0860 #GroundZeroPlus #ClydeLewis #Tariffs #GreatReset #Economy #HandsOff

President Trump is gearing up to impose a new slew of tariffs on trade partners on April 2, a day he has dubbed “Liberation Day” to signify that America will free itself from unfair trade practices. This day certainly looms large for European nations. The American President has been scathing about European Union's trade policies. So how hard could Europe be hit? How might the region respond? And how can investors protect themselves? Dean Turner, the CIO's chief European economists, explores these issues with co-hosts Christopher Swann and Belinda Peeters.

John F. Kennedy's 1963 assassination in Dallas, Texas is a pivotal event in American history. Learn about Kennedy's assassination and legacy from ‘This American President’ with Richard Lim. Check out the YouTube version of this episode at https://youtu.be/gW7QbOOTG-I which has accompanying visuals including maps, charts, timelines, photos, illustrations, and diagrams. This American President podcast available at https://amzn.to/3Gb9e7h JFK assassination books available at https://amzn.to/3Gc1gKT Parthenon Podcast Network available at https://amzn.to/43cJemi ENJOY Ad-Free content, Bonus episodes, and Extra materials when joining our growing community on https://patreon.com/markvinet SUPPORT this channel by purchasing any product on Amazon using this FREE entry LINK https://amzn.to/3POlrUD (Amazon gives us credit at NO extra charge to you). Mark Vinet's video channel: https://youtube.com/c/TIMELINE_MarkVinet Website: https://markvinet.com/podcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vinet.9 Twitter: https://twitter.com/HistoricalJesu Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/denarynovels Mark's Books: https://amzn.to/3k8qrGM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In Episode 18 of Season 12 of the Aye Ready Podcast, Dave and I go over the incredible 3-1 win away against Fenerbahce and the 3-2 penalties win in the return leg of the Europa League Last 16 tie as well as the fantastic 3-2 win against Celtic in the Premiership.  We go on to discuss 'Watergate' where the key figure is not an American President but a Czech national winger, the other fallout from the game, Ultras, the Takeover, more litigation and much more. Website   ayereadypodcast.wordpress.com   Listen   iTunes PodBean YouTube Spotify Acast   Contact   Twitter Facebook Instagram

Few people are more powerful than the president of the United States and the CEOs of America's biggest companies. In this episode, presidential historian Tevi Troy explains what happens when they go head-to-head. THE POWER AND THE MONEY: THE EPIC CLASHES BETWEEN COMMANDERS IN CHIEF AND TITANS OF INDUSTRY https://www.amazon.com/Power-Money-Clashes-Commanders-Industry/dp/1684515408/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0 JOIN PREMIUMListen ad-free for only $5/month at www.bit.ly/TAPpremiumFOLLOW USwww.linktr.ee/thisamericanpresidentCREDITSHost: Richard LimProducer: Michael NealArtist: Nip Rogers, www.NipRogers.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This Day in Legal History: Bloody SundayOn March 7, 1965, a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement unfolded in Selma, Alabama. A group of 525 peaceful demonstrators, led by activists like John Lewis and Hosea Williams, began a march to Montgomery to demand voting rights for Black Americans. As they crossed the Edmund Pettus Bridge, they were met by Alabama state troopers and local law enforcement, who brutally attacked them with billy clubs and tear gas. The violent crackdown, later known as "Bloody Sunday," left at least 65 people injured and shocked the nation. Television broadcasts of the assault galvanized public support for civil rights, prompting federal intervention. After securing court protection, a second attempt on March 9, led by Martin Luther King Jr., was turned around peacefully to avoid further violence. Finally, under federal protection, thousands of marchers resumed the journey on March 21, arriving in Montgomery on March 25 with 25,000 people. The march directly contributed to the passage of the Voting Rights Act of 1965, which outlawed discriminatory voting practices. "Bloody Sunday" remains a defining moment in the struggle for racial justice in America, symbolizing both the brutality of oppression and the power of collective resistance.President Donald Trump issued an executive order targeting Perkins Coie LLP, citing the firm's role in commissioning the Steele dossier during the 2016 election and its diversity hiring practices. The order suspends security clearances for Perkins Coie employees and directs federal agencies to review and potentially terminate contracts with the firm and its business partners. It also instructs the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) and the Justice Department to investigate racial discrimination policies at major law firms, referencing Perkins Coie's past use of racial hiring quotas. The directive extends to restricting Perkins Coie employees from entering federal buildings and limiting their engagement with government officials.Trump's move comes after similar actions against Covington & Burling for its representation of former special counsel Jack Smith. The executive order frames Perkins Coie as a national security risk, linking its past election law litigation to alleged threats against democratic integrity. It also mandates that federal contractors disclose business ties to the firm, aiming to cut off government funds to entities associated with it. The order's broader scope signals heightened scrutiny of “Big Law” firms, especially those engaged in diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives. Trump's administration has pushed back against race-conscious hiring practices, aligning the order with prior efforts to dismantle DEI policies in education and employment.Perkins Coie, a longtime legal adviser to Democrats, denounced the order as unlawful and vowed to challenge it. The firm has been at the center of Republican criticism over election-related litigation and its former attorneys' ties to Democratic campaigns. The administration's focus on law firms suggests a broader effort to reshape the legal industry's relationship with the federal government.Trump Targets Law Firms Over Steele Dossier, Diversity Moves (1)A federal judge reinstated Gwynne Wilcox to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), ruling that former President Donald Trump lacked the authority to fire her. Judge Beryl Howell of the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia found Trump's dismissal of Wilcox violated legal protections for independent agency members, emphasizing that the president's removal powers are not absolute. Howell's decision strongly reaffirmed Humphrey's Executor v. United States(1935), which upheld restrictions on presidential firings of independent agency officials.The ruling restores the NLRB's quorum, allowing it to issue decisions again, but the Trump administration immediately appealed, seeking to block Wilcox's return. Howell's opinion included a sharp rebuke of Trump's attempts to assert unchecked presidential authority, stating, “An American President is not a king.” She pointed to longstanding legal precedent that limits the president's power to remove officials from multi-member independent agencies, dating back to the Interstate Commerce Commission's creation in 1887.Trump's legal team argued that Wilcox's firing was justified under the Supreme Court's 2020 Seila Law v. CFPB decision, which expanded presidential removal power over single-agency heads. However, Howell rejected this claim, noting that NLRB members' powers resemble those of the Federal Trade Commission members protected under Humphrey's Executor. The ruling marks the third time a court has reversed Trump's firings of agency officials, signaling a broader legal battle over executive authority that may reach the Supreme Court. Wilcox's attorney praised the decision as a victory for the independence of federal agencies, while the Justice Department has not yet commented.Fired NLRB Member Reinstated in Decision Nixing Trump Move (4)A coalition of 20 Democrat-led states, led by New York Attorney General Letitia James, has sued the Trump administration over mass firings of federal workers. Filed in a Maryland federal court, the lawsuit argues that President Donald Trump illegally dismissed tens of thousands of employees without proper notice or justification. The states seek to reinstate the workers and block further terminations.Trump's efforts to shrink the federal workforce have already faced legal pushback. A judge recently reinstated a National Labor Relations Board member fired by Trump, and another court temporarily halted the administration's directive to fire new hires en masse. Additionally, a federal workforce board reinstated thousands of employees at the U.S. Department of Agriculture.Trump and Tesla CEO Elon Musk have framed the firings as part of a campaign to eliminate government inefficiency and waste. However, critics, including the states in this lawsuit, argue that the dismissals violate labor laws and undermine public service. The case adds to mounting legal challenges against Trump's sweeping efforts to reshape the federal bureaucracy.Democrat-led states join legal fight over Trump's mass firings of federal workers | ReutersThe Trump administration is planning to shut down nearly a dozen U.S. diplomatic missions, primarily in Western Europe, as part of a broader effort to reduce government spending and reshape foreign policy. The State Department is also considering merging several Washington-based expert bureaus focused on human rights, refugees, and global criminal justice. Additionally, U.S. embassies worldwide have been instructed to cut at least 10% of their American and locally employed staff.The proposed closures include consulates in Germany, France, Italy, Brazil, and Portugal, though officials say some locations may be spared. The administration argues these cuts align with Trump's “America First” agenda and his campaign promise to reduce the so-called "deep state." Critics warn that reducing the U.S. diplomatic presence, along with cuts to the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), could weaken American global influence and create openings for adversaries like China and Russia.Congress has been notified of the plan to close the U.S. consulate in Gaziantep, Turkey, a key hub for Syrian humanitarian aid. In Washington, dozens of State Department contractors have been terminated, including those handling Afghan refugee resettlement. Diplomats working on Asian affairs have been asked to justify their missions' alignment with Trump's policies. The administration's deep cuts to foreign aid and staffing have already resulted in thousands of USAID workers being laid off and billions in humanitarian aid being eliminated.Trump administration weighs closure of nearly a dozen diplomatic missions abroad | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Maurice Ravel.Our theme is Piano Concerto in G - I. Allegramente by Maurice Ravel, a composer known for his shimmering orchestration and masterful blend of classical form with modern harmonies. Born on March 7, 1875, Ravel was a key figure in early 20th-century music, often associated with Impressionism, though he resisted the label. His Piano Concerto in G, composed between 1929 and 1931, reflects his fascination with jazz, which he encountered during a trip to the United States. The first movement, Allegramente, is bright and rhythmic, opening with a whip-crack that sets the tone for its energy and playfulness. Ravel weaves in blues-inspired harmonies, rapid piano flourishes, and sparkling orchestral textures, creating a piece that feels both spontaneous and carefully crafted. Despite its liveliness, the movement is meticulously structured, showcasing Ravel's precision and attention to detail. The concerto as a whole balances virtuosic brilliance with lyricism, particularly in the dreamy second movement. Ravel himself admitted he aimed for a work that was “light and brilliant,” rather than deep or profound. Yet, in its elegance and wit, the concerto captures the vibrancy of early 20th-century musical innovation. As the spirited Allegramente unfolds, it serves as a fitting farewell to the week—playful, energetic, and bursting with color.Without further ado, Piano Concerto in G - I. Allegramente by Maurice Ravel. Enjoy! This is a public episode. 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Over just a few days, senior Trump officials declared that Ukraine should prepare to cede territory to Russia and that Europe is not likely to have a seat at the table during negotiations with Russia to end the war in Ukraine. They then closed the week with a history-making address by U.S. Vice President JD Vance at this year's Munich Security Conference in which he appeared to threaten the future of the US-Europe partnership wholesale. Richard Walker is DW's Chief International Editor, and joins the show to discuss the deteriorating Western front, its implications on world affairs, and why an American President would want to unravel 80 years of foreign policy on the European continent.For transcripts of Front Burner, please visit: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/frontburner/transcripts

Re-live the BEST of the 2024-2025 season on Let's Go! with the most memorable guests across sports and entertainment.Andy Reid discusses how he's staying focused after back-to-back Super Bowl wins, then Nick Saban, Coach K, and Joe Torre talk about coaching greatness, leadership, and maximizing potential in a special Coaches Roundtable. Next, Dana Carvey gives his best impressions of 40 years of American Presidents, David Letterman learns more about football, Snoop Dogg discusses his International Mission during the Olympics, Charles Barkley reminisces about the late great Bill Russell, Jim Harbaugh reflects on a successful season with the Chargers, Jared Goff looks back at a record-setting season with the Lions, and Tom Brady remembers back to that special 2002 campaign.

We welcome back Michael Hichborn of the Lepanto Institute to discuss ideological colonialism, DOGE, and the untold history of USAID. Was USAID really immoral from its very beginning?   Show Notes A Question of Charity - The Lepanto Institute The Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 Federal government agencies are using, on average, just 12% of the space in their DC headquarters... Nearly 90% of Feds' Office Space in D.C. Going to Waste, Government Report Finds Is it fair to ask: why does an American President upholding American law precipitate a ‘major crisis'? Trump's NGO Apocalypse ━ The European Conservative Apostolic Letter issued "Motu Proprio" Intima Ecclesiae natura on the Service of Charity (11 November 2012) | BENEDICT XVI Catholic Clarity about Charity (Dr. Michael Pakaluk) 2/6/25 Poverty, Inc. Ministry or Apostolate?: What Should the Catholic Laity Be Doing - Russell Shaw iCatholic Mobile The Station of the Cross Merchandise - Use Coupon Code 14STATIONS for 10% off | Catholic to the Max Read Fr. McTeigue's Written Works! "Let's Take A Closer Look" with Fr. Robert McTeigue, S.J. | Full Series Playlist Listen to Fr. McTeigue's Preaching! | Herald of the Gospel Sermons Podcast on Spotify Visit Fr. McTeigue's Website | Herald of the Gospel Questions? Comments? Feedback? Ask Father!

Amanda Dobbins (The Big Picture podcast) joins Matt and Tim to discuss the 1995 Rob Reiner directed, Aaron Sorkin written film, The American President. Michael Douglas plays President Andrew Shepherd. Give a speech then give a listen. Matt Walsh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrmattwalsh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timothy Simons ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothycsimons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amanda Dobbins https://instagram.com/akdobbins Second In Command ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/secondincommandpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email questions to: secondincommandatc@gmail.com

Amanda Dobbins (The Big Picture podcast) joins Matt and Tim to discuss the 1995 Rob Reiner directed, Aaron Sorkin written film, The American President. Michael Douglas plays President Andrew Shepherd. Give a speech then give a listen. Matt Walsh ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/mrmattwalsh⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Timothy Simons ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/timothycsimons⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Amanda Dobbins https://instagram.com/akdobbins Second In Command ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://instagram.com/secondincommandpodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Email questions to: secondincommandatc@gmail.com

GET OFF MY PLANE! This week we're building up to Captain America: Brave New World and by talking about some other Harrison Ford as President goodness with Air Force One. We talk about the ideal film American President, not looking cool when zip-lining, the intricacies of sending a fax, and a plane taking a bullet for another plane.

Hundreds of executive orders issued, hundreds of Biden's executive orders rescinded, people's lives already impacted, fake emergencies invented, loyalty tests being carried out, open middle finger at the rule of law & the Constitution, open politicization of all federal health information…by all intents & purposes, Donald Trump is a King. And he won't stop unless he's stopped. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jimmy Carter did not fail us. We failed him. (I used Lang Elliott's recording of a Brown Thrasher, the state bird of Georgia, for this program.)

OA1110 - For the first time in US history, an American President (both former and future) is facing criminal sentencing. We review Judge Juan Merchan's most recent ruling on Donald Trump's motion to dismiss his conviction for 34 felony counts of falsifying business records and the difficult balance that Merchan has struck in trying to weigh the jury's verdict and the rule of law itself against the fact that the defendant will be ten days away from regaining the nuclear codes as of the time of his scheduled hearing.  We also review Aileen Cannon's recent probably-illegal desperate order to try to stop special counsel Jack Smith's report on Trump's many federal crimes from going public before trying to understand why Democrats would even consider signing on an extremely hard-right immigration bill which can only help to fuel  Trump's mass deportation machine. How will the Laken Riley Act allow undocumented people to get away with nearly any theft offense, and give state AGs broad power over national immigration policy?  Matt then drops a quick footnote on the questionable state of Rudy Giuliani's physical, mental, and legal health as two different federal judges consider just how contemptuous he has become before we circle back for some late-breaking updates in both of this episode's Trump stories. Docket for Trump v. US (SD FL) NY Judge Juan Merchan's ruling denying Trump's motion to dismiss and scheduling sentencing for 1/10/25 (1/3/25) Trump's application for a stay of sentencing to the US Supreme Court (1/7/25) SCOTUS ruling on Trump's application for stay of sentencing (1/9/25) Full text of the Laken Riley Act, H.R. 29 (introduced 1/5/25) Rudy Giuliani's sworn declaration confirming that he will be attending contempt proceedings in DC federal court (1/9/25) Check out the OA Linktree for all the places to go and things to do! If you'd like to support the show (and lose the ads!), please pledge at patreon.com/law!

more polling out that clearly shows more and more Republicans want Trump to be a dictator, to be an authoritarian. Polling for the past few years has shown an increasing number of Republicans and Trump supporters open to and actually supportive of an American President with the powers of a dictator. This is anathema to America, right? But why do so many Americans feel this way? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.