Podcasts about Arnesen

This week, Tony has a two-part podcast. In part one, we sit down with the Rapid Marine crew to discuss boat rigging tips and expert advice on how to get that boat ready to hit the water! In part two, he records the podcast in Naples, Florida, recapping his spring adventures and talking with fellow angler Matt Ernst. The two discuss their saltwater experiences and how they relate to fishing in our neck of the woods.   Presented by: Strike Master (https://www.rapala.com/us_en/strikemaster), On-X Fish (www.onxmaps.com/fish), & Arnesen's Rocky Point Resort (https://arnesens.com/)

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Texas based Qorum Report.We discuss Texas reactions to Musk in Wisconsin, and how Musk has inserted himself in the Wisconsin Supreme Court election.We discuss the Texas legislature, and Musk's influence in Texas. His company is the second largest employer in Austin.We also talk about hoe Texas farmers will be affected by tariffs. There are also 1800 auto assembly lines in Texas that are dependent on just-in-time parts from Mexico. There has been a $5 billion NIH cut to Texas agencies. We talk about school vouchers in Texas, and how this will affect local property tax rates. Texas has a constitutional prohibition against income tax. The increased spending will affect other taxes.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Timothy Noah. Bill Curry was a Connecticut state senator, comptroller and two time Democratic nominee for governor who served as Counselor to the President in the Clinton White House. He has written for Salon, the Daily Beast, the Huffington Post and the Hartford Courant and has provided commentary on National Public Radio, MSNBC and many other news outlets.Timothy Robert Noah is an American journalist, author, and a staff writer at The New Republic. Previously he was labor policy editor for Politico, a contributing writer atMSNBC.com, a senior editor of The New Republic assigned to write the biweekly "TRB From Washington" column, and a senior writer at Slate, where for a decade he wrote the "Chatterbox" column. In April 2012, Noah published a book, 'The Great Divergence', about income inequality in the United States.We discuss how everyone is now being hurt by Trump policies. There are no longer guardrails to restrict actions against seniors, federal employees, veterans, children, etc. DOGE is showing people what government actually does, by withdrawing those services and aids. We are experiencing an absolute emergency, and need a good governing coalition of those who will fight against this. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025 

Part 1:We talk with Anders Croy, Communications Director for Florida Watch.We discuss the recent elections in Florida to replace two members of Congress. The Democratic candidates dis NOT win, but the votes were much lower for the Republican candidates than anticipated. There is a feud between the governor and the legislature in Florida. Property taxes is a point of contention, as are sales taxes. Property insurance rates continue to rise, and some insurance companies have abandoned Florida markets. For residents, property insurance rates are a very important consideration.Part 2:We talk with Elizabeth Minnich, earned her M.A. and Ph.D. in Philosophy from The Graduate Faculty for Political and Social Science of The New School University in New York, who was a Teaching Assistant for Hannah Arendt. She wrote her dissertation on John Dewey, and has continued to work on political and moral implications, roles, responsibilities of education in and for democracy.We discuss evil, particularly how it permeates society, and how politicians and others use it for their goals. Increasingly, we note that evil is normalized, and the process by which it happens. We talk about 'intensive evil' and 'extensive evil', and how it can be counteracted with 'intensive good', which requires that a large number of people participate in this practice. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Harold Meyerson, Editor-at-Large, The American Prospect.We discuss Trump's abrogation of the contractual rights of Federal employees to belong to unions. Unions represent more than one million federal employees. The claim by Trump is that ALL federal employees are subject to rules regarding national security. Now, government employment is dependent on loyalty to Trump, rather than expertise and experience. We discuss the implications for federal agencies and their clients, the people of the US. This is a war against workers.Part 2:We talk with Jessica Piper, reporter at Politico.We discuss the recent presidential election, and the shifts in voting, particularly the shifts among Hispanic voters. We break down how they voted, and the differences between how they voted for Trump, versus how they voted in down-ballot cases.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Megan O'Matz, reporter for ProPublica.We discuss with her the election for Wisconsin Supreme Court, which has been flooded with money from Musk. The issues for Wisconsin remain important, and they are the protection of abortion in Wisconsin, union rights, and how redistricting will be done.Part 2:We talk with Mel Goodman, Senior Fellow at the Center for International Policy and a professor of government at Johns Hopkins University. A former CIA analyst, Goodman is the author of "Failure of Intelligence: The Decline and Fall of the CIA" and "National Insecurity: The Cost of American Militarism". and "A Whistleblower at the CIA." His most recent books are "American Carnage: The Wars of Donald Trump" (Opus Publishing, 2019) and "Containing the National Security State" (Opus Publishing, 2021). Goodman is the national security columnist for counterpunch.org.We discuss the recent scandal of Hegseth and his group using an insecure app to discuss war strategy and operations in real time. We note that this seems almost as a designed distraction from the other actions that are being taken by Trump, such as shutting down various agencies and denying allocated money to programs.Goodman also discusses the poor intelligence being presented to the Defense Department, through the flawed and slanted "threat assessment" reports. Everything seems to be by 'seat-of-pants' rather than real analysis. "Incompetent liars are in charge." Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

This is a panel discussion.Topics covered:- The administration is targeting speech-The disagreement with Canada is worsening daily, fueled by Trump's accusing Canada for treating the US unfairly.=People are being kidnapped with no wattants, and being deported, despite the illegality.-Democratic Party are mostly clueless, and are not taking organized action-The tole of DOGE continues to grow.-Powerful law firms are capitulating to Trump, as are powerful universities. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Featured speakers/guests:Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworski, host of "The Midterms", and former mayor of Galveston, Tx.We discuss the censorship of speech and thought in Texas. We also discuss the makeup of the Texas legislature, and the likely issues that they will take up. One of them is the school voucher program, which the governor has pushed. We discuss the 'voucher profiteers' now in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Robert Hockett. Curry is a former legislator in Connecticut, white house aide, and two-time candidate for Governor in Connecticut. Robert Hockett is a professor.We discuss the recent spate of 'disappearances' caused by ICE's abduction of persons who have voiced their opposition to the Trump campaign of random deportations. Masked ICR agents have abducted various people, without warrants, and have transported them to different states and countries. This is in direct contravention to a judge's ruling that this is not legal or warranted. The administration has threatened judge impeachments and withholding funding to the court systems. Those that have been disappeared are labeled as "pre-guilty', in contradiction to the Constitution's guarantees. This assault on persons, the law, and the courts is unprecedented, and reminiscent of Nazi Germany, to many. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols, a national affairs correspondent for The Nation. He has written, cowritten, or edited over a dozen books on topics ranging from histories of American socialism and the Democratic Party to analyses of US and global media systems. His latest, cowritten with Senator Bernie Sanders, is the New York Times bestseller, It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism.We discuss Musk's involvement in the Wisconsin Supreme Court race.We also talk about the latest Trump administration scandal: the attack plan against the Houhtis being discussed on Signal, a commercial chat. What will be White House do? Who, if anyone will be fired?Part 2:Race Class, with Jonathan Feingold.Ep. 39 | How Trump is Deploying Anti-Blackness and Antisemitism to Crush AmericaWe recorded about twelve hours after federal officers abducted a Tufts University graduate student. The student's apparent "transgression"? Writing an op-ed in Tufts' student newspaper advocating for Tufts to divest from Israel.To understand how we've reached this moment, we begin to unpack how President Trump is wielding both anti-Black racism and antisemitism to crush American democracy. The truth is, Trump is a terrific story teller. The story he's telling us, now, to justify his assault on our universities and our students marshals race as a political weapon. Trump is cementing a predictably fascist "us v. them" narrative that defines whiteness by Black inferiority and locates Jews as a scapegoat for his most vicious attacks on civil rights and democratic norms. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1: We talk with Patrik Jonsson, Christian Science Monitor Georgia Bureau Chief.We discuss the increasing violence in the US. This includes the domestic extremism and police violence against citizens. What is currently endorsed by the government? "Everything everywhere all at once" .Part 2:We tak with Ron Abramson, Chair of Shaheen & Gordons Immigration Law Group.Ronald Abramson encabeza el Grupo de Inmigracion en el despacho de Shaheen y Gordon.We discuss the recent deportations of Venezuelans swept up in raids, some for only having tattoos. Fear is growing among immigrants across the country. This includes the undocumented, green card holders, and naturalized citizens, and, even born citizens. Immigration lawyers are being targeted. People are being abducted and are disappearing. The Democratic Party's response is disappointing.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Jeet Heer, National Affairs Correspondent, The NationWe discuss the behavior of the Democratic Party. The are ineffectual, and leadership is lacking, with the exception of Bernie Sanders and AOC. They are following a program of cowardice, as exemplified by Schumer. Large law firms are caving to trumpists. Judges are at risk, with threats being uttered. When will it be 'enough' to make voters react?Part 2:We talk with Eamon Whalen, a freelance journalist who writes about the right wing, and about the 'masculinity culture'.We discuss with Mr. Whalen the 'crisis of masculinity, and its implications. Specifically, he writes about Richard Reeves, who is pushing this concept. Rather than concentrating on which MEN are pushing men, and others down, the theory goes that it is WOMEN who are pushing men, especially young men, down. This masculinity movement scapegoats women. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Stephen Pimpare is Professor of Public Policy at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, including A People's History of Poverty and, most recently, Politics for Social Workers: A Practical Guide to Effecting ChangeLincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared at CNN, Reuters, the New York Times, NBC, the San Francisco Examiner and numerous other media platforms. For more of Lincoln's work you can subscribe to his Substack “Kibitzing with Lincoln” at /lincolnmitchell.substack.com/.”Dave Levinthal Based in Washington, D.C., Dave has led Raw Story's newsroom as editor-in-chief and served as deputy editor of Business Insider, where he oversaw the publication's political investigations and enterprise journalism. Dave has also worked as an editor or reporter at the Center for Public Integrity, Politico, OpenSecrets, the Dallas Morning News and the Eagle-Tribune.His articles have appeared in dozens of publications, including The Atlantic, TIME, Politico Magazine, Rolling Stone, Slate, Salon, Daily Beast and Columbia Journalism Review.We have a discussion about the various issues of importance today:-Verbal and threatened physical attacks on judges who disagree with the administration, including threats for future actions.-The lawlessness of the Trump administration with its tsunami of actions-Defiance of court orders and rulings-Wiping historical references to Blacks, women, and others.-Democratic leadership is absent, with a few exceptions-The need for massive, very public demonstrations against Trump and Musk-Appeasement to Trump by large law firms and universities.The WI Supreme Court race, and Musk's large dollar spend.Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025-

23. Mars 2025 | Roald Arnesen | Bibelen - Guds troverdige ord by Misjonssalen Ålesund

Part 1:We talk with Jeremy Schwartz, investigative reporter for ProPublica.We discuss the elections to school boards in Texas. We look at the difference between 'at-large' elections and 'within district' elections. We note that in the 'at-large' elections, the school board members who are chosen concentrate less on education than on culture wars. Actual parents have less input. In 'within-district' elections, school board members are more likely to be focused on education. We discuss election funding, and how this will affect education in future.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and David Atkins. Bill Curry was a Connecticut state senator, comptroller and two time Democratic nominee for governor who served as Counselor to the President in the Clinton White House. He has written for Salon, the Daily Beast, the HuffingtonPost and the HartfordCourant and has provided commentary on National Public Radio, MSNBC and many other news outlets.David Atkins is aWashington Monthlycontributing writer, activist, and research professional living in Santa Barbara as well as an elected DNC Member from California. He is president of The Pollux Group, a qualitative research firm.We discuss Chuck Schumer's vote for the Republican budget, in opposition to the Democratic members of Congress who voted against it, and most of the other Democratic members of the Senate. It seems that Schumer believes that it is politics as usual, despite evidence to the contrary.We also discuss the administration's attacks on universities. It is a part of the culture war against liberalism.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1: We talk with Felipe de la Hoz, contributing editor forThe New Republic.Along with co-writer Gaby Del Valle, he runsBORDER/LINES, a weekly newsletter breaking down the rapid pace of change in federal immigration policy.We discuss the case of Mahmoud Khalil, who has been taken by federal agents. Although he is a green card holder, he is being treated as a criminal for his speech, apparently, and treated as a threat. We discuss the rationale, and what the various implications are.Part 2: We talk with Alison Phllips, Professor of Psychology, and with Julia Standefer, Ph.D. student. Both are at Iowa State University.We discuss the states (all except Vermont), who have introduced anti-trans legislation. We examine the underlying reasons for this, and how this affects our society.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Denne veka er Norea Mediemisjon på Sunnmørsturnè, med både enkeltmøter og Håpskonsertar. Roald Arnesen i Norea Music har denne veka haldt møter på både Vigra og Skodje, og torsdag kveld starter fyrste Håpskonserten. Til konserten kjem også Elisabeth Lillebø Sæth, Svein Helleik Kringeland og Bjarte Mo. Dei skal halde konsertar på Vestnes, Volda og i Ålesund. Søndag kveld held Elisabeth Lillebø Sæth ein solokonsert på Fiskå bedehus. Arnesen er også leiar i mannsgruppa Frihals frå Flekkerøya. Dei som er med der har vakse opp med fedre i Flekkerøyguttane, og sjølv var dei også ein del av Flekkerøy juniorguttane, før dei starta gruppa Frihals. Arnesen lagar mykje songar sjølv og i intervjuet på Radio Sunnmøre får vi høyre han synge ein heilt fersk song laga på veg til Sunnmøre. Høyr heile intervjuet med Roald Arnesen på Radio Sunnmøre.

Part 1:We talk with Katharine Stewart, investigative reporter, and author of two recent books, "The Power Worshipers", and "Money, Lies, and God,"We discuss the tactics of the US christian right, and how their goal is to crush liberalism and democracy in the US and other countries. How the christian right uses disinformation to to sway people to their view, and confuse people.Part 2:We talk with Nathan Meyers, Ph.D. candidate in sociology at U Mass Amherst.We discuss how Trump uses his power to privatize government functions, to 'prove' how inefficient government is. This is part of his war on the US government, and the labor unions. By portraying the government as too expensive, and not effective, he hopes to eliminate it. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Aaron Regunberg, the Contributing Editor at The New Republic, and Senior Climate Policy Counsel at Public Citizen.We discuss the Bernie Sanders tour of the US, and the reception Sanders is getting from many people.It is important to note that the fastest growing demographic in the US is billionaires. In the last 10 years, the number has increased from 500 to 2500 billionaires.Part2:We talk with Richard Peltier, Professor of Environmental Health. U Mass Amherst.We discuss the likely effects of the dismantling of air quality rules, as is being done by DOGE. The air quality in the US as a result of years of rules has markedly improved. We now can expect to return to the prior state, with the cost borne by the population in the form of increased illness and death.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

This is a panel discussion. We cover many topics:-Rally for veterans on Friday, and for the Veterans Affairs Department, which has provided training for 70-80% of doctors practicing today.-The new voter registration requirements in NH, which is also being considered by the Republicans for national adoption. This will cause many women to lose the right to vote, because it requires that women register with their birth name.-Schumer's capitulation on the Continuing Resolution-The federal government is being dismantled.-Jeanne Shaheen's decision to NOT run for reelection-School vouchers, while there is "not enough" money for children's school lunches-The 'disappearing' of Mohammad Khalid-Measles and RFK jr.-Apparently, Trump's goal is to tank the economy, then declare martial law and thus seize power permanentlyThe TalibangelicalsMusic: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Matt Angle, Principal of Angle Strategies and Director of the Texas Democratic Trust. He is a representative of the Lone Star Project.We discuss Texas politics, specifically elections in the big counties in Texas, Harris Co (Houston area), and Tarrant County (Dallas area). We discuss the importance of county elections, and the current push by the Republicans to displace the current mayor of Mansfield, TX. We discuss the role of County judges, which is more administrative than in other states, and powerful because of the size of Texas counties. We talk about the right-wing "True Texas Project". It appears that the MAGATs hate government that is effective, and want to create ineffective governments at all levels.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Laura Jedeed.  Bill Curry was a Connecticut state senator, comptroller and two time Democratic nominee for governor who served as Counselor to the President in the Clinton White House. He has written for Salon, the Daily Beast, the Huffington Post and the Hartford Courant and has provided commentary on National Public Radio, MSNBC and many other news outlets.Laura Jedeed is a freelance journalist who primarily focuses on the American conservative movement. Her bylines include The New Republic, Rolling Stone, and Politico, and you can find her newsletter at BannedInYourState.com.We discuss the deportation threats against those who protest Trump's actions, specifically the actions taken to "disappear" M. Khalil, a Columbia University student who holds a green card, and is married to an American citizen. We are disappointed the Democratic lawmakers are virtually silent on this issue. We talk about the 'ethnic cleansing' forced on Gaza. We talk about Trump's characterization of protestors as terrorists and traitors.We also discuss the rollback of EPA regulations, in the era of climate change/crisis/crash.  Music: From David Rovics : Because the Richest Man in the World ...." 2025. 

Part 1:We talk with Anders Croy, Communications Director, DeSantis Watch, Florida Watch.We discuss attempts by the Florida Legislature to limit the reach and power of the Citizen-Led Amendment law in Florida, and the effects that would have.We also talk about the secret Insurance Report, which revealed the corruption in the insurance industry in Florida, and which has finally been revealed after the original 2022 completion.We discuss the rise in electricity prices in Florida and how prices are set.Part 2:We talk with Mark Joseph Stern, who write for Slate.com, and has been quoted in Raw Story.We discuss the GOP spending bill, and its contents, and why it is important that the Democrats DO NOT approve it.a. sequestering for no reason, local tax money that Washington D.C. needs to pay police, fire fighters, teachers, etc.b. transgender rights are being attacked, and SCOTUS is interfering in licensing decisions that professional associations require. (Doctors, pharmacists, others)c. The OPM Director filed a sworn Declaration about demand for firing in various government agencies, and later rescinded his Declaration when summoned to court. He reuses to testify. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Analilia Meijia, Co=Executive Director of the Center for Popular Democracy.We discuss the actions of Trump, essentially gutting most government service for people who are not wealthy. For example, 40% of all children in the US are covered by Medicaid, as are a large percentage of people in nursing homes. This constitutes a wealth transfer from the poor to the rich, who stand to gain through tax cuts they do not need. What should be done?Part 2:We talk with Laura Belin, Editor and Publisher of 'Bleeding Heartland' which is based in Iowa.We discuss the Iowa legislature voting to rescind civil rights for transgender and homosexual people in Iowa. So far, Iowa is the only state to do this. But the way the bill is written, the can apply to other groups as well. There has not been any pushback from the business community, as had been in the past. We also discuss how school vouchers will affect public schools in Iowa, and how this will affect rural economies there.Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

This is a panel discussion.We discuss the Address to Congress made by Trump. We talk about the comments made by Al Green. What happened is indicative that the US is no longer in "normal' mode. What can be done to counter the fascist behavior of Trump and his supporters?How can the propaganda machine be broken?We need a communication strategy that cannot be overridden by Trump and Musk.Any vote that could depose this government must be much more than 51% of voters. Fascists do not leave because they lose a close election. They do what is necessary to stay on.Do not surrender in advance.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworski, former mayor of Galveston, TX.We discuss a Democratic member of Congress who died: Sylvester Turner. This gives Gov. Abbott the opportunity to delay a special election for that seat, giving Republicans an advantage (218R vs. 214 D)We discuss Abbott's pressure for school vouchers in Texas. Senate Bill 2 has passed, House Bill 3 covers this question. We discuss the implications for poorer families, and what implications this has for public education in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry, two-time candidate for Governor of Connecticut, and with Matthew Cooper, of the Washington Monthly.We discuss the protest against Trump's lies in the Address to Congress, and how it was received by Democrats and Republicans. Democrats did little, and Republicans taunted Democrats on this issue.The response by Elissa Slotkin (D) to Trump's speech was good.We need a change in the process.  This is NOT normal. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Christine Keiner, Department Chair, Department of Science, Technology, and Society, Rochester Institute of Technology.We discuss the cuts to NOAA, and the effects this will have on weather prediction, research on oceanic problems and solutions, research on wetlands, lakes, and streams. Climate change research will suffer.Part 2:We talk with Steve Paikin, host of the Canadian talk show "Agenda".We discuss how the relationship between Canadians and the US has changed due to Trump. Canadians, who were 'best friends' to US citizens, now find themselves at odds due to Trump's decisions. Canadians are reexamining the relationship with the US. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

How can we design in ways that are "conducive to life"?...Edona Arnesen is highly passionate about food, farming, food systems, relationships and regeneration in unison, and how we can co-create better communities and systems for the common health of everything on Earth; the human and the non-human, and Nature whom we're all a tiny, connected part of. She finds systems thinking and systemic design fantastically interesting as philosophies and practices to act through. Edona went on to explore the world of resilient and regenerative food systems through participatory action learning at NMBU with her MSc in Agroecology, after a BSc in civil engineering. Her Master's thesis focused on social sustainability and leadership in the restaurant industry, and how that affects especially environmental sustainability in the industry. She has spent half her life closely connected to hospitality through work, both in service, in kitchens and bakeries, and in managerial positions. Practical experience on several organic and biodynamic farms has broadened her perspective and taught her to understand the reality of food producers with the joys, challenges, hinders and opportunities they find in their everyday lives as part of larger systems. Combining these competences lead Edona to Dagens, where she has been part of building a transparent, fair and resilient food system for the future, through data-driven direct trade between sustainable producers and professional buyers, locally.Today, Abbie and Edona explore the social and relational elements involved in creating resilient, regenerative food systems through stories; systems thinking; and localized, context-driven participation....Stories Lived. Stories Told. is created, produced & hosted by Abbie VanMeter.Stories Lived. Stories Told. is an initiative of the CMM Institute for Personal and Social Evolution....Music for Stories Lived. Stories Told. is created by Rik Spann....⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Explore all things Stories Lived. Stories Told. here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠.Explore all things CMM Institute here.

Part 1:We talk with Greg Smith, Senior Associate Director of Research at Pew Research Center, where he studies religions role in American public life.We discuss data from recent surveys that indicates that religiosity is slowly disappearing from American lives. Every generational cohort is less religious. We discuss the gender gap in religiosity, and what this means for the future.Part 2:We talk with Arhur Allen, senior correspondent, writes about the FDA and the pharmaceutical industryas well as topics related to covid-19. He joined KFF Health News in 2020.He discusses how the supplements industry will likely benefit from the intervention of RFK jr. in ruling about the use of supplements, and allowing them to be treated like prescribed drugs, although NOT tested or vetted for efficacy or safety. In addition, these would be paid for by government plans. We discuss the implications, and the history of these kinds of supplements and drugs, including the special interests involved.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Corey Johnson, who writes for ProPublica.We discuss Cambridge Analytica, who accessed intimate data about gun owners from various sources to provide to create profiles to use as information to tailor messages to potential voters during the 2016 election cycle. In addition, the kind of analysis that was done, after Cambridge Analytica went out of business continues to be used to target voters in various districts and states. The targeting can thus be very focused. It is important to note that DOGE is reviewing ALL data about all Americans through the various agencies that it is 'reviewing'.Part 2:We talk with Justin Peters, who writes for Slate.com.We discuss with Mr. Peters the myth of the "good billionaire" in the context of Jeff Bezos' actions with respect to the Washington Post. What does Bezos want to accomplish, and why? Consider if we are back to the "gilded age".  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

This is a panel discussion.We cover many topics.- The GOP's betrayal of the American people-There is no "opposition party" to speak of-Voter suppression-the Constitution is problematic--What models of resistance can be used? The Civil Rights Movement?-Problem: professionalization of activist class causes deradicalization when it is most needed.-The structural dismantling of the federal government will require generational rebuilding.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, owner and publisher of the Quorum Report.We discuss education vouchers in Texas, and that many school football coaches have come out against them. We discuss the centers of community in rural Texas: schools, churches, farm bureaus, community hospitals. All will be affected by vouchers on public schools: shutting them down.We also discuss the outbreak of measles in Texas, the state with the highest uninsured population in the country. There has been no response from the Texas legislature.Texas has been used to budget surpluses in recent times. That is about to change. We discuss why.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry, former White House aide, and two time nominee for Connecticut governor. and We talk with Conor Williams, senior fellow at The Century Foundation, and an expert on urban education reform, English learner students, children of immigrants, early education programs, and school choice systems. He is also a founding partner with the Childrens Equity Project.We discuss Bezos' decision about the Washington Post's editorial stance. What effect will this have on free speech for newspapers? Should newspaper publishers divest from other business ventures? Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Betsy Leondar Wright, Sociologist, researcher and social justice activist.We discuss with the perceptions of Americans about the concept of racism and sexism. Leondar Wright's book "Is It Racism? Is It Sexism/" discusses the survey that was held, and she discusses the results of the survey, and the implications for our society.Part 2:We talk with Jonathan Feingold, Professor of Law at Boston University about race, as part of the Race Class.#RaceClass Ep. 38 | Why are all the universities folding to Trump?In this episode, Arnie and Jon explore why so many universities have voluntarily scrubbed websites and shuttered still lawful and mission critical diversity, equity and inclusion programs. We discuss why President Trump's anti-DEI measures are themselves legally suspect--in part because Trump's war on DEI rests on and reinforces the bankrupt notion that women and people of color are presumptively incompetent.Jonathan FeingoldAssociate Professor of LawBoston University School of Lawjfeingol@bu.edu|#RaceClass Podcast|research Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Alex Lawson, Executive Director of SOCIAL SECURITY WORKS, and a Convener with The STRENGTHEN SOCIAL SECURITY COALITION.We discuss the claims made by Musk that "waste" in the Social Security Administration. Instead, it appears that Musk has looted the Federal government of information about the millions of people who have social security records. Musk wants to monetize data. People in general love social security, and feel ownership, since it has been supported by workers' wages, with a very small overhead. We discuss the implications of this abuse.Part 2:We talk with Alvin Tillery, Ph.D., the founder of the Alliance or Black Equality. He is also a professor at Northwestern University.We discuss the irrational hatred that the far right has for DEI, and the various methods that the MAGATs use to destroy it. Tillery proposes that those who disagree need to act NOW. Just as the Civil Rights Movement did not wait for favorable conditions when mobilizing, we should not wait for favorable conditions when mobilizing against the fascism that is occurring. Lawmakers should use all powers that they have to thwart Trump's plans. Power concedes nothing without demands.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols, who writes for the Nation magazine.Nichols discusses what Musk is doing to federal employees and how Democrats should IMMEDIATELY respond to each outrage. There is a lot of resistance to Trump and Musk, as shown by people who attend events sponsored by Democrats. These resistors should band together to make their collective voices heard. Among the MAGA cult members, Trump's lies are only viewed as weapons to be wielded to undermine the opposition, not promises or real statements of fact. We should not let this continue.A ray of hope, Germans voted 80% AGAINST the far right.We also discuss Musk's spending money on the Wisconsin Supreme Court race, as part of his game plan to reach closer to his goals.Part 2:We talk with Alexander Hinton, Ph.D, Professor Emeritus from Rutgers University, and researcher into the mindset of the MAGA cult.Prof. Hinton describes his work observing and documenting the MAGA cult activities and techniques used to keep the member loyal and excited. He describes his attendance at CPAC over the years, and how each event is designed to excite the audiences and keep them engaged. He reminds us to keep our eyes on Trump, because Musk can be discarded when he has absorbed the dislike of the electorate, and could be discarded, thus making Trump appear more sympathetic, and thus "not responsible" for Musk's actions. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

This is a panel discussion.The topics:-Texas school vouchers and the costs anticipated-Eliminating DEI is damaging future workers-Stephen MIller's culture war-Musk's smash and grab--Trump's destruction of the post-WW2 order-DOGE as a protection racket-The transnational fascist movement, with the US as part of it-Eroded trust in the institutions of government-decline of expertiseMusic: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworski, former mayor of Galveston, TX, lawyer.We discuss Texas' push for school vouchers, and how the governor has touted them, despite their cost, and their effect on the public schools in Texas.We also discuss the lawsuits stemming from the 2021 Freeze in Texas, which are still pending.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry, a former White House counsel to Bill Clinton, and Laura Jedeed, a free-lance journalist who write about the far right in the US.We discuss immigration, and the failure of the Democrats to deal with it when they had majorities. Now, the Republicans have used immigration as a way to advance their power, and to reinforce their fascism performances, by deportations, threats, and allowing Trump to refer to himself as a "king". Budgets of federal Agencies are being cut, to seek ways to finance the tax cut he promised. First Amendment rights are being ignored. Trump has adopted Putin's language in public. It appears that the only country that Russia has successfully invaded is the US.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

Part 1:We talk with Naureen Shah, Deputy Director of Government Affairs, Equality Division, ACLUWe discuss Trump's threat to Sanctuary States and cities: no federal help for disasters or other events. This is coercion by withholding funds voted by Congress.We discuss how ICE wants to round up everyone that they define as criminals. Primary prison companies are beneficiaries of this tactic. No laws.Text "Sanctuary " to 82623 to help.Part 2:We talk with Harold Meyerson, Editor-at-Large at The American Prospect.We discuss the government firings of personnel who collect and analyze data. Facts that run counter to what Trump wants are to be hidden or dismissed.Congress are in fear of Trump."Stop the Kneel" WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Ben Sprague, VP First National Bank in Bangor Maine, and community supporter and activist.We discuss the likely effects of the housing crisis, especially exacerbated by climate change and its consequent disasters.The 'popular' living places are becoming less attractive due to climate disasters, and the unavailability of home insurance as a result. Disasters affect not only homes, but infrastructure. Rebuilding is problematic, because 40-60% of laborers fear deportation. Interest rates are higher, there are fewer properties available for many reasons. The American dream of home ownership is fading. We discuss reasons, and what could change this outlook.Part 2:We talk with Leo Gugerty, Professor Emeritus, Clemson University.We discuss the results of various polls dealing with immigration, and how the information in those polls is used and misused. We discuss how the polls are designed, and how the design drives the results desired by the pollsters. Specifically, we focus on the surprising outcomes of polls once the questions were re worded.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

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Part 1:We talk with Dr. Conor P. Williams, Senior Fellow at the Century Foundation.We discuss how the Republican party has spent years to eliminate positive feeling about government. We know that the services that government provides are necessary for us all, but we are constantly bombarded with the 'ills and disfunction" of government. We must therefore provide the alternative view: "government is needed, and make our lives easier."Part 2:We talk with David Masciotra, of the Washington Monthly.We discuss exurbia, a region outside cities, outside suburbs, which is characterized as the last stop of white flight. This is an important geographical segment, because it is the home of the trump base. They are an enclave of isolation. We discuss the characteristics of such neighborhoods, and how they serve to promote isolationism in general.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

This is a panel discussion. Our guests are:Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, and Aaron RosenthalThis is panel discussion.-We talk about how no one seems to be very perturbed about the actions of an increasingly authoritarian president-Oligarchy is now manifest in the US-Grift is blatant-School vouchers as a way to shut down the Department of Education-HHS now led by RFK Jr, an anti-vax, anti-science, and anti-prevention activist-The mainstream media essentially ignoring what is happening: e.g., the Washington Post buries the story of resigning prosecutors in New York on page 20.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

What drives someone to ski solo across Antarctica or leap off cliffs in a wingsuit? Meet Liv Arnesen, the first woman to ski alone and unsupported to the South Pole, and Ellen Brennan Frat, the ‘Fastest Flying Woman in the World.’ From battling -30°F winds to soaring at 100 mph, these women share their extraordinary journeys of courage, resilience, and pushing boundaries. Suggested episodes: Below the surface: The stories behind underwater world records What solitude does to you in the wilderness and in prison Extreme ironing, cheese rolling, and shin kicking: The world of weird sports GUESTS: Ellen Brennan Frat: a wingsuit BASE jumper and extreme sports athlete based in France. She has become known as the ‘Fastest Flying Woman in the World’ due to her exceptional performances in wingsuit competitions Liv Arnesen: a Norwegian polar explorer, educator, and lecturer. In 1994, she became the first woman to ski solo and unsupported to the South Pole. In 2001, she and American polar explorer Ann Bancroft became the first women in history to sail and ski across Antarctica’s landmass Support the show: https://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 1:We talk with Francesca D'Annunzio, Reporting Fellow at the Texas Observer.We discuss the appointments made by Trump to the DEA leadership. On January 21, Trump announced that Derek Maltz would head the agency. This week, he announced that it would be Terry Cole. Cole's appointment seems to be targeted at Mexico, since Cole is a Mexico hawk. We discuss the kinds of surveillance that we can expect , because of Cole's connection to PenLink, a surveillance technology company, that is able to spy on phone calls and texts without obtaining search warrants.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Robert Hockett. Curry is a two-time candidate for Governor of Connecticut, a writer, and served in the Clinton White House. Hockett is a professor and author, dealing with company ownership and the role of Labor in our economy.We discuss how Democrats were unable to showcase their accomplishments for the US infrastructure. We discuss the multiplier effect of infrastructure spending by the government, and how it affects the economy as a whole. The role of media and the messages conveyed is also discussed. The Electorate seems oblivious to how choices will affect their daily lives.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Jeet Heer, writer for The Nation Magazine.We discuss billionaires, and how they are wielding their power. How much is a billion? How much is a trillion?The donor class is not worried about Musk, because they know he is on their side, so they are telling the rest of us to "keep cool", nothing bad is happening. Our response to Democratic leaders should be : "You choose. Whom do you serve? The billionaires or the rest of us?" We need insurgent campaigns who are not beholden to the billionaires.Part 2:We talk with Richard Forno, professor at UMBC, Department of Computer Science and Engineering. who directs the graduate cybersecurity program.We discuss the problems being raised by Mulsk's crew who are in the government's sensitive computer systems. They have questionable backgrounds, perhaps unvetted, and inexperienced in these types of systems. Laws and regulations are not being enforced. What could go wrong? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Derek W. Black, Prof. of Law and Constitutional Law at U. of S.C.We discuss the recent purging of climate information on government web sites. Along with the dismantling of public education, residents of the US will not have information that might be lifesaving. We discuss how the Department of Education works in the US, and its history. Voucher bribes are now being used to put pressure on public schools and their teachers. We are losing the integration of our society.Part 2:We talk with Mel Goodman, professor of public policy at Johns Hopkins, and former CIA analyst.We discuss the 'development" plans that Trump talked about, which, of course, will mean the eviction of the people of Gaza, "all of them", ethnic cleansing to provide the luxury development for his friends and himself. Arabs have called for a summit to respond. There have been refugee camps in Gaza since 1948, when the Israelis declared that Israel and the area was for Israelis alone. We discuss how Trump's dictatorial stance, which ignores judicial rulings, should be countered.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Chris Tomlinson, who writes for the Houston Chronicle and the San Antonio Express News.We discuss Black history month, the Tuskeege Airmen.We also discuss the appointment of Hegseth, and his aim to drive out the most qualified due to color and gender. White supremacists are rewriting history.We also discuss the shutdown of USAID, and its effects on the world's poor and disenfranchised. This will not bode well for the US in future.Part 2:We talk with Abrahm Lustgarten, writer who discusses climate change.We discuss how climate change will create more climate refugees, not only from displacement because their homes are gone to to climate events, but also economic displacement because of the unaffordability of remaining where they now live. There are many implications: displacement, disruptions i food supply, medical care, etc. Who will be in the left-behind communities? What is maladaptation? How can we avoid it? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

This is a panel discussion.we cover topics that are increasingly important.- Trump's statement that he wants to rid Gaza of the Palestinians, and develop the land: This is ETHNIC CLEANSING, with almost no rebuttal- Dismantling USAID, and the consequences-Attacks on the FBI by the administration, primarily Trump, as retaliation for the investigation of this crimes-What should INDIVIDUALS be doing to resist this fascism?-Illegal activities of Trump's government-DOGE-Political repression is more likely now, including self-censoring-The Democrats must develop real candidates-Push back at all opportunities WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworski, former mayor of Galveston, Tx, and lawyer.We discuss how the governor of Texas has been pushing for, and has succeeded in getting the Tx. Senate to approve education vouchers. The starting cost will be about $4Billion, expected to rise to $11B , which will starve the public schools. These vouchers do not have any income guidelines. We discuss the implications for school choice, the economies that will be affected in the state, including all other services in the districts, such as hospitals, the public schools (employers), industry. We also talk about the roundups of undocumented workers in Texas, where roughly half the workforce may be undocumented. The loss of jobs, sales taxes collected, other income from these workers will change the Texas economy, which depends on cheap immigrant labor.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Laura Jedeed. Bill is a former White House staffer for Bill Clinton. Laura is a journalist who reports on the right wing movement in the US.We discuss Trump's announcement of his intention to 'develop' Gaza into the 'Riviera of the Middle East' by removing all Gazans and building a new kind of settlement for rich people. This is ethnic cleansing.We also discuss how Musk has been given access to federal databases and programs, such as the Social Security System and the IRS system. What are the dangers of such activity, with no oversight? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Richard Lehmann, D.C. Bureau Chief, The Nation.We discuss the first 10 days of Trump's regime. It is important to note that 36% of the cuts announced will affect state budgets. Long term damage is being wreaked on the country. The government is being dismantled, and there is a MAGA assault on the media.Part 2:We talk with Richard Rothstein, co-author of "Just Nation"We discuss how segregation was instituted by the federal government through its policies and laws. This has also been carried out by local laws, such as zoning laws. Therefore, both the federal and local governments have an obligation to remedy. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Kirk Bangstad, of the Minocqua Brewing Company. He is a liberal activist, and uses his beer company to work for change.There is a void in the Democratic party to resist the aggression of the Maga cult. Dirk discusses what methods he uses to do this.Part 2:We talk with Robert Faburechi, who writes for ProPublica.Faburechi discusses Trump's business interests, and how they are now overtaking much of the aims of the government. We discuss the various tax proposals that are designed to shift more money to wealthy, while making poor people poorer, and middle-class people worse off. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

This is a panel discussion.The topics covered include:-Trump's blame for the D.C. plane crash on DEI-The now institutional rejection of Reconstruction and human rights displayed by Trump's government-The need for resistance to Trump, and what tactics should be employed-The racist language now being used by government officials-The "Quit or be fired" campaign now being used against government employees-The suggestion by Trump to use Guantanamo Bay for a concentration camp for migrants-Lawless order to police, army, and others-A discussion of impoundment as a tactic used by Trump- Congress is being sidelined.-Musk-Executive orders as a means of fence-testing--Only hope is to continue to point out incompetence of current government officials-The cult is strong- WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Paul Glastris, Editor-in-Chief, Washington Monthly.We discuss how education in public schools can be improved, using methods that have proven to be successful. This does NOT presuppose vouchers. Instead, schools should institute tutoring as part of their service. This is popular with parents, and has proven to be successful in many cases when used.Our second topic heals with immigration. We discuss E-verify, a system that makes employers responsible for proving the eligibility of their employees.Part 2:We talk with Nicholas Liu, News Fellow at Salon.comWe discuss the pro-Israel's Zionist group's (Betar) campaign to stifle all discussion of the situation in Gaza and the mistreatment of the Palestinians. Betar has spied on protestors, and has labeled them as anti semites . They have pushed for the deportation and even incarceration of those who show sympathy for Gazans' plight. Trump has issued an Executive Order to support Betar's view, and threatened consequences for those targeted by Betar. Free speech is to be suppressed.   This is especially true on college campuses. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson