Podcast appearances and mentions of Bill Curry

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, owner and publisher of the Quorum Report of Texas. We discuss Dan Patrick, who is attempting to re-criminalize the use of cannabis in opposition to the popular sentiment. In addition, we discuss the posting on the Ten Commandments in classrooms, but the refusal of passing ethics legislation for the Texan government. We also talk about the upcoming campaign for US Senate. Paxton, Cornyn are on the Republican side as candidates. On the Democratic side, there are several others: Allred, Castro, O'Roure among them. Part 2: We talk with Bill Curry and Laura Jedeed. We discuss the use of “war language” when Republicans describe Democrats as their opponents. We discuss how Democrats should respond to this, and the role of the Supreme Court. How should Trump be curbed?WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworski of Texas. He is a lawyer and former mayor of Galveston.We discuss the offshore energy industry in Texas.we also talk about Medicaid in Texas.The federal government is being disabled, just as hurricane season is starting in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Robert Hockett and Bill Curry.We discuss the effects of the "BBB" which will gut Medicaid, and how this will affect many who are struggling now.We also talk about how this big bill will affect the US and world economy. WNHNFM.ORG   productionMusic: David Rovics

Part 1:We talk with Anjeannette Damont, who covers government accountability issues at the local, state and federal level in the Southwest. At Pro Publica, her work has included uncovering COVID-19 testing contracts awarded to the Nevada governors friends with disastrous results, documenting how a city council empowered a wealthy developer to raze motels and displace hundreds of low-income residents, and investigating how the countrys largest house-flipping company cashed in on homeowners desperation. Prior to Pro Publica, she was a government watchdog reporter and regional investigative editor for the USA Today Network.We discuss the damage done by a We Buy Ugly Houses Franchise Left a Trail of Financial Wreckage Across Texashttps://www.propublica.org/article/homevestors-fraud-charles-carrier-texasPart 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson.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.Harold Meyerson is editor at large of The American Prospect.We discuss how Trump uses policy as a political weapon. The 'bait and switch' approach that gets voters' attention for popular issues, on which he never delivers, but for which he takes credit.We also discuss the Qatar government's 'gift' to Trump of a $4 M airplane. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics 

Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworsksi, a third-generation Texas trial attorney and former Mayor of Galveston, Texas. He has served as a law clerk to the United States Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit, and he has spent over 30 years in private practice as a trial attorney, mediator, and legal commentator. and can be heard on KPFT in Houston TX Tuesday mornings at 9:30am The Midterms.We discuss the political landscape in Texas. Ken Paxton is running for US Senate, to replace John Cornyn. Paxton is targeting Latino Democrats legally.For the first time, Trump's approval rating on the economy is low in Texas. This appears to be due to tariffs and other price shocks. Infrastructure for any new manufacturing is being neglected.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Jamie Rowen.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.Dr. Rowen is an associate professor of Legal Studies at the University of Massachusetts, Amherst, and the founding director of UMass' Center for Justice, Law, and Societies. Her work focuses on both domestic and international criminal law. Her book, Worthy of Justice: The Politics of Veterans Treatment Courts in Practice, is forthcoming with Stanford University Press in December 2025.We discuss the corruption endemic to the US now with the Trump White House leading the way. NH has now adopted a crypto currency reserve into its budget, the first in the nation to do so, likely to be followed by other states.Cuts to research projects under NIH and other agencies has created a pool of "Research refugees" who are leaving for other countries to continue their research. This will have dire consequences for US leadership in many technologies in future. Music: David RovicsWNHNFM.ORG  production 

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, Publisher of the Texas Quorum Report.We discuss how Gov. Abbott has characterized criticism of Israel as 'anti-Israel' policies, and therefore 'anti-Texas' policies.We also discuss the latest Texas Senate-adopted criminalizing the 'morning-after' pill. This, despite Texas having a high maternal mortality rate. Since the Dobbs decision, the number of abortions has increased nationwide.We discuss the upcoming elections in Texas. Cornyn, Paxton, and possible candidates for the governorship.The Texas economy is contracting. The amounts collected by sales taxes have declined. Texas has no income tax. Small business owners are worried because of the tariffs.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Ryan Cooper.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.Ryan Cooper is the Prospects managing editor, and author of How Are You Going to Pay for That?: Smart Answers to the Dumbest Question in Politics. He was previously a national correspondent for The Week. His work has also appeared in The Nation, The New Republic, and Current Affairs.We discuss the speech recently by Gov. Pritzker (D-Ill). We note that Democrats MUST fight every fight. We discuss various methods to bring together most of the American voters: their own lives as they struggle in this economy. What is the divide between people? How can it be overcome?Music: David RovicsWNHNFM.ORG  production 

Hour two of Friday's 3 Man Front continued with storylines from the NFL Draft, including Green Bay as a host city and star ratings for the first 32 picks. Plus, we gave updates from the transfer portal, took your calls and texts, and where Bill Curry got his sweaters! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworski, who is a third-generation Texas trial attorney and former Mayor of Galveston, Texas. He has served as a law clerk to the United States Court of Appeals Fifth Circuit, and he has spent years in private practice as a trial attorney, mediator, and legal commentator.We discuss the state of Texas' prisons. There have been many heat deaths (41 in 2024). The Texas legislature has decided that there should be air conditioning in prisons by 2032. Effect, people who go to prison in Texas risk death, even for non-capital crimes.Texas is planning to study the deleterious effects of immigration in Texas, without looking at the benefits.The governor had decided to create a Texas version of DOGE. It should be pointed out that the Republicans have dominated Texas for the past 30 years. All blame for 'waste' should therefore rest on them. There will be at least 18 full time staff members on the Texas DOGE.Ted Cruz has debuted on Texas air waves as a talk show host, as a sitting Senator.Part 2:We talk with Robert Hockett who is an American lawyer,law professor, and policy advocate he teaches legal, financial and some philosophical subjects at Cornell University in New York, where I am the Edward Cornell Professor of Law and a Professor of Public Policy. He is also Senior Counsel at Westwood Capital, a socially responsible investment bank in midtown Manhattan, and a Fellow of The Century Foundation, a think tank near Battery Park in lower Manhattan. Robert's principal research, writing, and practical concerns are with the legal and institutional prerequisites to a just, prosperous, and sustainable economic order, and with Bill Curry who 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.We discuss how Trump is accelerating the decline of the US. We are watching the end of the open society. Music: David RovicsWNHNFM.ORG   PRODUCTION

Part 1:We talk with Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward. and Dr. Ray Perryman, President and CEO of the Perryman Group.Grouphttps://www.perrymangroup.com/has half a century of experience in developing systems, analyzing complex problems, and communicating effectively with legislative, regulatory, and judicial bodies, Fortune 500 companies, business organizations, civic community leaders, and audiences through the world.We discuss the chaos that the Trump administration has brought to the US. This is not sustainable in the long term, and is ruinous to the country. It is obvious that Trump is NOT prioritizing the US. People are afraid of many things now: the economy is declining, freedoms are being abrogated, and the worldwide opinion is that the US is no longer trustworthy. We discuss what ordinary people need to do to counteract this destruction.Part 2: We talk with Harold Myerson and Bill Curry.Harold Meyerson is editor at large of The American Prospect.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.We discuss the phases of Trump's second presidency: Chaos and Retribution. Chaos exists now, in the civil rights arena, and in the economic state of the nation. Facts seem to be immaterial, we are being asked to operate in Trump's mad world. "This is Russia's first successful invasion". We are now in a techno-autocracy.We discuss the outreach by Senator Bernie Sanders and Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortes via their tour of the country, and the message they are sending: Resist and vote.  Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025WNHN.ORG production

Part 1:We talk with Attorney Joe Jaworski to talk Texas politics, JoeJaworski, grandson of Leon a third generation Texan and a former council member, mayor pro tem and mayor of Galveston, Texas, owns The Jaworski Law FirmWe discuss the chaos caused by Trump's tariff actions, and how this has affected Texas. The business community is cautious about criticizing the actions, but still worried about the effects. Texas is the largest single state to export, mostly energy in the form of refined oil and related products.We learn that Ken Paxton, the Atty General, is running against long-time Senator John Cornyn. This is characterized as "Con man vs. Anti-Trump" .It will be an expensive race, both for the primary, and final race against a Democrat. The primary is open to all voters. The runoff period is 75 days long.There is also a candidate for Attorney General of Texas, to replace Paxton. That person is Elon Musk's attorney.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Laura Jedeed.Bill Currywas 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.comWe discuss the massive "Hands Off" rallies that were held last weekend. Several million people marched through streets across the country. Unfortunately, the media had relatively little reporting, and grossly underestimated the numbers of participants.The participants came from many different backgrounds, and many older people participated.The ICE chief suggested that deportations could be more efficient if the Amazon model could be used. the inhumanity of this approach seems attractive to the administration.The Burger King voucher for Israeli troops in Gaza.Revenge porn for the far Right? Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025WNHN.ORG production

In this powerful episode of the Driving Change Podcast, host Jeff Bloomfield sits down with NFL legend and championship coach Bill Curry, a man whose humility rivals his accolades. From snapping the ball to Hall of Famers like Bart Starr and Johnny Unitas to learning life-shaping lessons from coaching giants like Vince Lombardi and Don Shula, Curry opens up about the moments that molded him—on and off the field. Curry reflects on his transformation from a reluctant football player to a Super Bowl champion, the locker room conversations that taught him the true meaning of unity, and the quiet forgiveness that changed his life forever. What happened when a young Bill Curry faced off against the legendary Ray Nitschke—and lost? And what did Vince Lombardi say to him on his deathbed that still echoes in his leadership today? You'll have to listen to find out.

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 

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 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

March Madness is here! And for the 15th* time, the only logical thing to do is to get improv comedian Julia Pistell and the actual Bill Curry together to talk basketball for an hour on the radio. That may not be the only logical thing to do. It may be that that’s not actually a logical thing to do at all. But we’re doing it anyway. *It’s our 15th one of these unless it isn’t. We’re pretty sure we’ve done this show every year from 2010 on, but for 2020. That 2010 show is lost to internet history, but we’re fairly confident it happened. And the 2012 show … was about birds? But we’re counting it. GUESTS: Bill Curry: Playing the part of Bill Curry Frankie Graziano: Host of The Wheelhouse on Connecticut Public Mike Pesca: Hosts the independent daily podcast The Gist Julia Pistell: A founding member of Sea Tea Improv, among a number of other things Nayef Samhat: President of Wofford College Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 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 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 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 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 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 Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Quorum Report, which reports on Texas politics.We discuss the current Texas legislative agenda. Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick has released his "25 ideas for Texas", a version of the DOGE plans. However, it is likely to be derailed by reduced budgets in the near future. These will be as this will be the consequence of expelling many immigrants from the state, who comprise a large workforce (40% estimated).The cost of school vouchers will likely reach 11$B within a short time. Public schools will suffer.Part 2:We talk with Aaron Rosenthal and Bill Curry.We discuss the effects of the Trump freezes on health care, education, and other government initiatives. How should the Democratic party respond? How should individuals respond?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 a lawyer in Texas.We discuss Trump's intention to eliminate FEMA, and shift the responsibility to the states.We also discuss the effects of the deportation of the undocumented workers from the US. Texas depends heavily on these workers, who support the agriculture, manufacturing, and construction industry in Texas.We talk about the Texas Ethics Commission who refuses to rule on ethics violations.Part 2:We talk with Laura Jedeed and Bill Curry.Project 2025 is in action, and is destroying and dismantling government agencies. Totalitarianism is falling into place. What can be done? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Mel Goodman, a senior fellow at the Center for International Policy and a professor of government at Johns Hopkins University, and former CIA officer.We discuss Biden's farewell speech, and reference to the impending oligarchy in the US, due to Trump's presidency. We discuss the actions of Russia, China, North Korea, and the nations of the Middle East, particularly Israel and Iran.Part 2:We talk with Paul Glastris and Bill Curry.Bill Currywas 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 outletsPaul Glastrisis currently Editor in Chief at Washington Monthly and has been there for the past 18 years.We discuss the role of political consultants, and the role of big donors in the failure of the Democratic party. Biden had real achievements, but consultants muted those facts by their 'safe' topics during the campaigns. Democrats need new ideas and policies to regain the trust of the middle and working class. "We also need to tell the truth as relentlessly as they lie." WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Joe Jaworski, the son of Leon Jaworski, Joe was the former Mayor of Galveston TX, he ran for AG in 2022 lost in the democratic runoff.We discuss Texas politics, and specifically, the actions of the current AG, Ken Paxton. Paxton has been attacking fellow Republicans in Texas who have not bowed to his wishes. and who do not agree about who should lead the Texas House. Currently, Texas is a dangerous place to live for both citizens and immigrants. This is due to the draconian laws that have been passed recently, and also to the impending problems that will occur if many undocumented workers are deported: They pay taxes locally, and many cities and counties will lose that income. Additionally, many people are being sued or sent to prison as a result of new regulations and laws being implemented.Part 2:We talk with Harold Meyerson and Bill Curry.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.Harold MeyersonSince 2001, Harold Meyerson has been an editor of The American Prospect, the Washington-based liberal magazine, oscillating between the positions of Editor at Large and Executive Editor (his current post).We discuss the California fires and Trump's response to the disasters. We also discuss the new reality: truth no longer matters, only the misinformation that is promulgated by Republicans. We also discuss what Democrats should be doing to mitigate this problem. There seems to be a vanishing Democratic resistance to Trump.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

When Trudeau announced his plan to resign on Monday morning, he also shut down Parliament until March 24, giving the Liberal Party time to select a new leader. A confidence vote will follow shortly after the House returns, almost certainly triggering a spring election.Bill Curry is the Globe's Deputy Ottawa Bureau Chief. He's on the show to talk about how the government proceeds from here – what happens to the bills that haven't been passed yet, like proposed changes to the capital gains tax, what we can expect when the House returns, and what all of the political upheaval means for how Canada deals with the incoming Trump administration.Questions? Comments? Ideas? E-mail us at thedecibel@globeandmail.com

This is a panel discussionOur panel is Laura Jedeed, independent journalist, Stephen Pimpare, law faculty member at Vermont, and Bill Curry, writer, former aide to Bill Clinton, anti-nuclear activist. -We begin our discussion about the threatened deportations of immigrants . These individuals currently contribute $100 B to Social Security, and will NOT get any of that money back. In addition, many jobs now being done by these immigrants will likely not be done at all. -Republicans are beginning to splinter with themselves. The populists do not agree with fiscal conservatives.-It is important to note that the blame placed on immigrants is wrong. Most drugs are brought in by citizens. -We discuss the aging of lawmakers. Case in point: Kay Granger (R-TX).-Democrats must develop a bench of new office-holder entrants that represent the voters.WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

We talk with Beth Gazley, Professor at Indiana University and with Bill Curry, anti-nuclear activist, two time candidate for Governor of Connecticut, writer, lawyer.We discuss white kind of activism is needed to for Democrats and supporters for the next four years, and the years thereafter.We have Bill Curry's Christmas message, still relevant after years.  

This is a repeat of a previously aired program. Originally aired: November 15 2024 Friday Part 1:We talk with Ryan Cooper, the Managing Editor of The American Prospect.We discuss the election and how Texan Latinos voted. We talk about the contributions that migrants make to the Texas and US economies.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Jeff Sharlet. Curry is a former WH aide to Bill Clinton, and Sharlet is a professor at Dartmouth College.We discuss the choices that Trump is making for his cabinet. We also talk about whether we are now living in a democracy or a regime. Trump has signaled that he would like to use the military against the civilian US population. Also, rather than the US 'going back' to some previous state of government, the goal seems to be to impose a new order, that eliminates the two party system and free voting. How can this be countered? WNHNFM-ORG production 

Part 1:We talk with Mary Ziegler, Law Professor at Cal State Davis, and reproductive law expert.We discuss AG (Tx) Ken Paxton's suit regarding prescription drugs furnished by a New York physician to a Texas woman to provide abortion. New York has a shield law to prevent this. It appears that Paxton believes that Texas laws against abortion should be enforced by New York. This is also a furtherance of the "personhood" of a zygote or fetus argument.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Robert Hennelly.We discuss New York's push to force about 250,000 retired NY civil service workers to use United Health Care instead of the contracted health insurance as was bargained for by the unions that represent these former workers. A court issued a "promissory estoppel" to prevent this.We discuss how the United Health Care and other insurance companies plans that promise to replace and improve on Medicare are much inferior.We also discuss how the Democratic Party needs to restructure itself to be more responsive to voters' needs.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Mark Minster, Professor of English at Rose Hulman Institute of Technology.We discuss how Texas is planning to teach religion in Texas grade schools. No training has been set up for the teachers. This is being implemented in K through grade 5. Schools will now be indoctrination in the most restrictive fundamentalism.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Jeffrey Sharlet. Bill Curry is a former member of Bill Clinton's White House, and Jeff Sharlet is the Frederick Session Beebe '35 Professor in the Art of Writing at Dartmouth College.We discuss the effects of Helene on North Carolina, and the response of FEMA to that event. There has been physical and emotional destruction as a result. What effect is this having on the perception about the government, both local and national? What lessons are there for the Democratic party?WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Chris Tomlinson, of the Houston Chronicle.We discuss how Texas Republicans are attacking free speech in colleges and universities in Texas. Many faculty members in Texas and Florida are looking to leave, and go to other institutions. There is a fear of free thinking among Republicans. What does this foretell for the future?Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Aaron Rosenthal. Bill is former aide to Bill Clinton, and Aaron is with Northstar Policy.org.We discuss how the Democratic party must change to return to its roots: support for working Americans, rather than rich donors. Trump's presidency will only make the distance between working people and the oligarchs greater.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Cassandra Jaramillo, reporter at ProPublica.We discuss the effect of the Texas abortion ban, which is phrased deliberately vaguely when exceptions are mentioned. This deliberate vagueness has prevented women from being able to cite the "exceptions to the ban", and has pressured doctors and other health care workers to do nothing to help women who are suffering the "exceptions" conditions. Women have died as a result.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson, Editor of the American Prospect.We discuss the work before the Democratic party. The party is seeking a new chair, and we discuss what may be the best way forward for Democrats now. WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Ryan Cooper, the Managing Editor of The American Prospect.We discuss the election and how Texan Latinos voted. We talk about the contributions that migrants make to the Texas and US economies.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Jeff Sharlet. Curry is a former WH aide to Bill Clinton, and Sharlet is a professor at Dartmouth College.We discuss the choices that Trump is making for his cabinet. We also talk about whether we are now living in a democracy or a regime. Trump has signaled that he would like to use the military against the civilian US population. Also, rather than the US 'going back' to some previous state of government, the goal seems to be to impose a new order, that eliminates the two party system and free voting. How can this be countered? WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Derek Kelly, Chief of Staff of the Harris County TX Democratic Party about the results in Texas. We consider the effects on schools in Texas, and the likely effects on the economy of Texas, which depends heavily on the contributions of immigrants,Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry, former aide in Bill Clinton's White House, and two time nominee for governor of Connecticut.We discuss the election. What should the Democrats' message be going forward?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.We discuss the importance of character in elections. We do thin is the context of using Ted Cruz as an example of someone who has displayed his character, or lack of it, during his political life.Part 2:We speak with Bill Curry, former aide to Bill Clinton and two-time candidate for governor of Connecticut, and with Robert Hennelly, an investigative journalist focused on labor issues.We discuss Netanyahu's actions in Gaza and now, Lebanon. We look at how Trump has aided Netanyahu in his quest for total hegemony in the region.We also discuss the relationship of Trump and Mayor Adams of NYC. WNHNFM.ORG production

Part 1:We talk with Michel Hardy, of the Texas Monthly.We discuss how Gov. Abbott is not in the mold of previous Texas governors, and rather, a trump creature, right wing in the extreme. Texas runs on undocumented immigrants' labor, but its Republican politicians rail against them.Part 2:We talk with Robert Hockett and Bill Curry.We discuss how billionaires have supported trump, being promised huge tax cuts. The American economy has been ceded to the billionaires, and they do not want to lose this advantage. Democrats should emphasize their agenda: democracy, climate, the plight of the middle class.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Jeremy Wallace, of the Houston Chronicle.We discuss Gov. Abbott's decision to NOT grant clemency to Robertson, who was scheduled to be executed for a "shaken baby" death. "Shaken baby" is under scrutiny by researchers, and may not even be a cause. Contrast the clemency granted by Abbott for the murder of an unarmed protestor earlier this year.We also discuss the ongoing election campaigns of Ted Cruz and his challenger, Allred. Cruz has chosen transgender people as his target of focus, because of many missteps he has made in the past.Part 2:We speak with Bill Curry and Susan Milligan, a political writer.We discuss the upcoming presidential election. We look at the strategy of the Democratic party to attempt to defuse the "border problem" ad defined by the Republicans. We talk about the contributions in work and taxes that immigrants have made, and continue to make. This includes undocumented immigrants. We raise the issue of "fast fascism" as practiced by the Republicans.  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", for Will Von Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Derek Kelly, Chief of Staff, Harris County Democratic Party. We discuss the change in demographics in the cities in Texas, and how this will affect Texas elections.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry who 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. and Jeff Sharlet, an American academic, journalist, and author. He is the Frederick Sessions Beebe '35 Professor in the Art of Writing at Dartmouth College. We discuss what is at stake in this election. What is the role of donors in this election, especially the very rich donors?  WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics, "Time to Act", Song for Will Van Sproson

Part 1:We talk with Ava Kaufman, reporter for ProPublica. We discuss how oil tycoons Tim Dunn and Farris Wilks have shaped elections in Texas to favor right-wing christo-fascism. They have succeeded in local campaigns in defeating moderate candidates, by virtue of the money they spend. Their attitude is that the world is made of "pagans and patriarchs" and must be shaped that way.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry, and Stephen Pimpare. Curry is a writer, and former aide to the Clinton white house. He was a two-time candidate for governor of Connecticut, and has been a leader in the nuclear freeze movement. Pimpare is a professor at the Vermont Law School, and a writer on social issues.We discuss the Vice Presidential debate. What should be the Democrats' response when faced with such mendacity and rewriting of history as practiced by Republicans like Trump and Vance?  WNHNFM.ORG  production

Part 1:We speak wit Jeremy Wallace, who works for Hearst Publications in Texas.We discuss Ted Cruz, and his current campaign to keep his Senate seat.There are close to 3M new residents in Texas, mostly in urban centers. Colin Allred not have the same name recognition, but he has a lot of money.Part 2:We speak with Bill Curry and Robert Hockett about economic policy as discuss by Kamala Harris.  WNHNFM.ORG  production 

Part One:Jeremy Wallace has covered politics and campaigns for more than 20 years. Before joining the Hearst Texas newspaper. We discuss Ted Cruz and his current campaign, and that of challenger Colin Allred. Cruz's stand on IVF is important. In Texas, 3.3. M voters have been added in the last 8 years, and these voters are primarily in urban centers, and more likely to vote Democratic. Paxton, the Atty General, has been harassing voter registration organizations, and harassing voters who sign petitions, practicing voter intimidation. Part 2: We speak with Bill Curry and Ryan Cooper.We discuss the latest polls, and what they may indicate. What is the relationship of the stated policy of the candidates, and what messages do they project? WNHNFM.ORG   production

The Herle Burly was created by Air Quotes Media with support from our presenting sponsor TELUS, as well as CN Rail.Alright, you curious, you courageous Herle Burly-ites. Today on the pod, a deep dive into recent party politics with 2 of Canada's finest political journalists: Tonda MacCharles and Bill Curry.Ms. MacCharles is a bureau chief and senior reporter in The Star's Ottawa bureau, covering federal politics and public policy for 20 years now. Her 35-year career includes nearly 10 years in broadcast journalism with CBC's The National and The Fifth Estate. She's a regular television panelist and reigns as a 3-time political trivia champion on both CBC radio and CTV television networks.Mr. Curry is The Globe and Mail's Deputy Ottawa Bureau Chief. He has over two decades of experience covering Parliament Hill and reports on a wide range of issues, with a focus on finance and economics. He won the 2020 National Newspaper Award for political journalism as part of a team that covered the Liberal government's since-cancelled contract with the WE organization. Prior to the Globe, he covered federal politics for the National Post, the Canwest News Service and the Hill Times.So today, a battle of the 2 most recent caucus retreats … Liberals and NDP.While the in-fighting is still fresh! What did leadership want those retreats to be about? What were they actually about? What did members of both parties think in the aftermath? Are they reassured about their leaders? Did they hear cogent planning for successful election campaigns? And what comes next.Thank you for joining us on #TheHerleBurly podcast. Please take a moment to give us a rating and review on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, Google Podcasts or your favourite podcast app.Watch episodes of The Herle Burly via Air Quotes Media on YouTube.

Part 1:We talk with Nicole Pedersen, Voting Protection Director, Harris County Democratic Party.We discuss the various tactics that Republicans, specifically Ken Paxton, Texas AG, is using to depress and interfere with voters. Voters are being harassed in their homes, laws are being challenged, threats are being issued to voters.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Harold Meyerson.We discuss Harris-Biden debate. What is "weird" and what is "normal". How can Harris flesh out her message? WNHNFM.ORG   production

Part 1:We talk with Matt Angle, Founder and Director of the Lone Star Project.We discuss the one party rule currently in Texas. We discuss how the Republicans are currently hostile to any change, and ignore voters. The governor, Abbot, was once the Atty. General, and is now succeeded in that position by Paxton. Both are working hard to suppress votes that might go against them.Part 2:We talk with Laura Jedeed, a freelance journalist, and with Bill Curry,, a two time candidate for Governor in Connecticut.We discuss teh state of the Supreme Court, and how Ginni Thomas has been involved in fighting court reform Currently, SCOTUS has no enforceable Code of Ethics.We also talk about a tax on wealthy, a way to claw back the money that middle class and lower wage earners have lost in the recent past by the tax cuts accorded to the wealthy, a kind of theft.  WNHNFM.ORG production 

Over his decades-spanning career at Alabama, Eli Gold has had a unique view behind the curtain at the inner workings of Alabama football, including each of its head coaches dating all the way back to Bill Curry. In the course of his work as the voice of the Crimson Tide, Eli had the chance to not just meet but really get to know these fascinating figures, seeing them at their best, their worst, and everywhere in between. Today, Eli joins AL.com's Ben Flanagan and Michael Casagrande to discuss his experiences meeting and working with six Alabama head football coaches, from Bill Curry all the way through Nick Saban and shares stories about how each man approached the job in his own unique way, for better or worse. College football is here. Let's go beat everyone. Presented by Broadway Joe's Fantasy Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 1:We talk with Shannon Bow O'Brien, Presidential scholar at the University of Texas at Austin.We discuss Trump's performative 'presidenting', and how he changes his stance for convenience of the moment.Part 2:We speak with Robert Hockett (Cornell Law) and Bill Curry, former aide to Bill Clinton.We discuss the upcoming election. Trump is emphasizing his anticipation for a "bloodbath" if he is not elected. His approach seems to be to program people to resort to violence.  WNHNFM.ORG   production

It was the summer of '74 and the WFL was looking to compete with the NFL... only one problem... the NFL was on strike. And 6 weeks into the work stoppage the owners not only weren't interested in the players demands... neither were a bunch of the players as well. They were in need of some leadership and the great Hall of Fame Tight End and first NFLPA President John Mackey was ready to turn the control over to his teammate and friend Bill Curry. The only problem was... Bill didn't want the job. A 2-time Pro-Bowl Center and 3-time NFL Champion including Super Bowl I and V wins, Curry has a football resume that is 2nd to none. But that summer 50 years ago was a stressful time for him as the owners refused to negotiate, the players were not united, and the union was in shambles. But the cool handedness of Curry settled things, and while the players returned to the field without a deal, the foundation was set for the players to finally get a piece of the action... and then some. Curry talks about his time in Green Bay and his relationship with Vince Lombardi and his wife, Marie and how a death bed conversation with his coach changed his life. He went on to be a coach himself at Georgia Tech, Alabama and Kentucky and then capped off a football career as an analyst at ESPN. He's a thoughtful, kind and wise man who has seen it all and done it all. Now at age 81, Coach Curry looks back on a life well lived... the highs, the lows... the good, the not-so-good... the wins... and the losses. We talk about it all starting with the strike of 1974 on the Past Our Prime podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Andy begins with a column from Jerry Brewer and Bill Curry on what it means to be in a football huddle. Also, James Worthy on his "welcome to the NBA" moment. (29:12) More on the Caitlin Clark controversy, and Mike Wilbon's take on why the race aspect of it is necessary. (47:05) 50 years ago today, 10 cent beer night in Cleveland goes awry. To hear the whole show, tune in live from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Monday-Friday.  For more sports coverage, download the ESPN630 AM app, visit https://www.sportscapitoldc.com. To join the conversation, check us out on twitter @ESPN630DC and @andypollin1See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Summary Bill Curry Jr. shares his journey growing up in the shadow of famous NFL players, his own path in life, and the lessons he learned along the way. He emphasizes the importance of mentorship, teamwork, and overcoming fear. The tragic school shooting at the University of Virginia had a profound impact on him and led him to reevaluate his purpose. He now seeks to help others navigate their fear and find their own purpose. His vision for the future includes mentoring and inspiring men to be the best versions of themselves. Takeaways The power of mentorship and the impact it can have on personal and professional growth The importance of teamwork and the lessons learned from being part of a team The need to overcome fear and lead with empathy The ability to find purpose and make a positive impact on others Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 02:28 Growing Up in the Shadow of the Goalpost 06:28 Choosing a Path of His Own 11:25 The Decision to Attend the University of Virginia 13:13 The Power of Mentorship and Teamwork 32:34 The Impact of Tragedy and a New Purpose 37:44 Looking Ahead: A Vision for the Future

March Madness is here! And so the only logical thing to do is to get improv comedian Julia Pistell and the actual Bill Curry together to talk basketball for an hour on the radio. That may not be the only logical thing to do. It may be that that's not actually a logical thing to do at all. But we're doing it anyway. *It's our 14th one of these unless it isn't. We're pretty sure we've done this show every year from 2010 on, but for 2020. There's circumstantial evidence, at least, that we did this show that first March that our show was on the air, in 2010. But no proof that that's a thing we did survives. But we're still fairly confident we did it. GUESTS: Eugene J. Cornacchia: President of Saint Peter's University Bill Curry: Playing the part of Bill Curry Frankie Graziano: Host of The Wheelhouse on Connecticut Public Julia Pistell: A founding member of Sea Tea Improv, among a number of other things The Colin McEnroe Show is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! Subscribe to The Noseletter, an email compendium of merriment, secrets, and ancient wisdom brought to you by The Colin McEnroe Show. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. Colin McEnroe and Dylan Reyes contributed to this show.Support the show: http://www.wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.