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Tonights Topics (April 24th 2025): - Public Education so called “Book Ban” gets heard by SCOTUS. - Pope Francis passes on to the GREAT UNKNOWN but leaves us a legacy of odd behavior - Why are WHITE FEMALE EDUCATED LIBERAL Women leading the progressive voting in America? Watch Episode on RUMBLE here: https://rumble.com/v6sj5kj-white-black-liberal-educated-female-progressive-gmp-live-thursday-6pmpst9pm.html Advocates for Faith & Freedom Website: https://faith-freedom.com/ ClownWorldStore.com use promo code GENMARS for discount https://clownworldstore.com/discount/GENMARS

Book bans are unconstitutional. Florida is in a crisis.I'm on my way to rant at these people. "What is unfolding in Hillsborough County is not the measured application of parental concern. It is a calculated effort to consolidate power through fear, to bypass legal precedent, and to silence diverse voices in Florida's public schools. Educators and parents view this campaign as a state-directed form of censorship intended to intimidate professionals into abandoning their expertise. Books are being targeted and removed without meaningful review, and without regard for the input of local families or communities."THE SOURCES:The PEN article: https://pen.org/floridas-hillsborough-county-faces-a-frightening-state-driven-censorship-campaign/The Beacon Article: https://www.tampabeacon.com/hillsborough_county/under-fire-from-state-hillsborough-s-ayres-pledges-to-pull-more-books/article_d6826981-001d-4f36-818b-4c6b6af7a4e8.htmlResources for Resisting a Coup: https://makeyourdamnbed.medium.com/practical-guides-to-resisting-a-coup-b44571b9ad66SUPPORT Julie (and the show!): https://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bedDONATE to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: www.pcrf.netGET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcastOR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcastOR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jeff and Rebecca talk about recent reading, why late night talk shows might be interested in doing book clubs, a victory in court against book bans, and more book news. Then, Jeff talks to Al Woodworth, Managing Editor of the Amazon Books team, about their picks for the Best Books of 2025 so far and how their team makes those selections. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. Sign up for the Book Riot Podcast Newsletter and follow the show on Instagram and Bluesky. Get more industry news with our Today in Books daily newsletter. Tailored Book Recommendations has the chops to find the right read for your loved one this Father's Day. Gift TBR today starting at just $18! Check out Strong Sense of Place wherever you get your podcasts, or visit strongsenseofplace.com This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Discussed in this Episode:  St. Francis, MN school district drops book banning policy & returns books to shelves in respond to lawsuit Carla Hayden speaks out about firing Stephen Colbert launches the Late Show Book Club The Book Riot Live at Powell's July 9th: The Best Books of the Year (so far) Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid Wild Dark Shore by Charlotte McConaghy The Book of Alchemy of Suleika Jaouad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Imani and Jess have a very special guest join the pod. Robin Stevenson, author of the LGTBQ+ children's book Pride Puppy, joins Boom! Lawyered to talk about what it's like having her work at the center of the Supreme Court fight in Mahmoud v. Taylor. Listen in as Stevenson shares her experience being targeted by the conservative legal movement, and learn what folks everywhere can do to support banned books and their authors.Mentioned in this episode:The First Amendment Is Being Rewritten in Real TimeEpisodes like this take time, research, and a commitment to the truth. If Boom! Lawyered helps you understand what's at stake in our courts, chip in to keep our fearless legal analysis alive. Become a supporter today.Fight news fatigue with Executive Dysfunction, our weekly newsletter covering the Trump administration. We keep up with the chaos, so you can turn off your push notifications.

This week Imani and Jess have a very special guest join the pod. Robin Stevenson, author of the LGTBQ+ children's book Pride Puppy, joins Boom! Lawyered to talk about what it's like having her work at the center of the Supreme Court fight in Mahmoud v. Taylor. Listen in as Stevenson shares her experience being targeted by the conservative legal movement, and learn what folks everywhere can do to support banned books and their authors.Mentioned in this episode:The First Amendment Is Being Rewritten in Real TimeEpisodes like this take time, research, and a commitment to the truth. If Boom! Lawyered helps you understand what's at stake in our courts, chip in to keep our fearless legal analysis alive. Become a supporter today.Fight news fatigue with Executive Dysfunction, our weekly newsletter covering the Trump administration. We keep up with the chaos, so you can turn off your push notifications.

King Charles has delivered the Throne Speech. What was said and how do Canadians feel about the Royal Visit? Justin Vovk, a royal commentator and sessional professor of history at McMaster University breaks it down. Mark Carney tells MPs to brace for 'very, very busy' few weeks as Parliament reopens. And Alberta is going to change rules to ensure books in schools are 'age-appropriate'. Is this a book ban? Do parents agree with it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A bill to restrict or ban student access to some books puts New Hampshire smack in the middle of a major battle in America's culture wars.

The Supreme Court hears a case that may set the precedent for schools in the years to come: can parents opt their children out of a curriculum if they believe it violates their religious freedom? I read you one of the books at the center of this controversy "Prince & Knight." Also ~ Marking the Oklahoma City Bombing and the Boston Marathon Bombing - and the use of the word "terrorism" in both. What to watch for with reports swirling about the future of the SecDef Pete Hegseth. Notable numbers on the U.S. border. SUPPORT OUR MISSION   Shop our gear!  If you'd like to help support SmartHER News' mission of a free, independent, nonpartisan press – here's how you can become a SCOOP insider: https://www.scoop.smarthernews.com/get-the-inside-scoop/    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/smarthernews/  Website: https://smarthernews.com/  YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/smarthernews   

Sponsored by WatersEdge: Invest with purpose? With WatersEdge Kingdom Investments, you can! We offer great rates that multiply your resources and build churches. Learn more at: https://bit.ly/3CxWtFzTop headlines for Monday, April 7, 2025In this episode, we take a look at a bill passed in Texas that permits teachers and school staff to engage in prayer and religious speech during school hours, sparking discussion on the role of faith in public education. Next, we discuss the US Naval Academy's decision to remove nearly 400 DEI-focused books from its library, in line with former President Trump's executive orders, raising questions about the impact on educational diversity. Plus, we delve into the heartwarming perspective of many Americans who find time spent with their children more meaningful than with anyone else, highlighting the enduring importance of family connections in today's busy world. 00:11 Texas bill to allow teachers, school employees to pray in school01:03 US Naval Academy removes nearly 400 library books in DEI purge01:55 Christian woman convicted over sign offering to talk02:41 Sponsor Message WatersEdge03:39 Adults happiest when spending time with kids: Survey analysis04:29 Russell Brand charged with rape, sexual assault05:20 Salvation Army knowingly man accused of abusing minors: lawsuit06:13 Baptists minister to the 'hopeless' in tornado-stricken MissouriSubscribe to this PodcastApple PodcastsSpotifyGoogle PodcastsOvercast⠀Follow Us on Social Media@ChristianPost on TwitterChristian Post on Facebook@ChristianPostIntl on InstagramSubscribe on YouTube⠀Get the Edifi AppDownload for iPhoneDownload for Android⠀Subscribe to Our NewsletterSubscribe to the Freedom Post, delivered every Monday and ThursdayClick here to get the top headlines delivered to your inbox every morning!⠀Links to the NewsTexas bill to allow teachers, school employees to pray in school | EducationUS Naval Academy removes nearly 400 library books in DEI purge | PoliticsChristian woman convicted over sign offering to talk | WorldAdults happiest when spending time with kids: Survey analysis | LivingRussell Brand charged with rape, sexual assault | EntertainmentSalvation Army knowingly man accused of abusing minors: lawsuit | U.S.Baptists minister to the 'hopeless' in tornado-stricken Missouri | Church & Ministries

The conversation that has inflamed school board meetings around the state is finally on the local board's agenda.

This week, Madigan covers the confirmation of RFK Jr. as the secretary of US Health and Human Services, the tragic murder of Sam Nordquist, and the most recent threat of book bans across the nation. BOOK BAN LINKS: https://pen.org/book-bans/5-ways-fight-book-bans/ Send a Letter: https://pen.org/dont-censor-america/ Donate: https://pen.org/give-to-pen/?utm_source=pensite&utm_medium=5wayspage Report a Book Ban: https://pen.org/book-bans/report-a-book-ban/ Do you have a topic that you want the show to take on?    Email: neighborhoodfeminist@gmail.com Social media:     Instagram: @angryneighborhoodfeminist Get YANF Merch! https://yanfpodcast.threadless.com/ JOIN ME ON PATREON!! https://www.patreon.com/angryneighborhoodfeminist Other Sources: https://uifightdepression.psych.uic.edu/ui-center-on-depression-and-resilience/understanding-the-menstrual-cycle-effect-on-mental-health https://www.yahoo.com/news/donald-trump-administration-book-ban-092458809.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAEgcR9yB2nFV60CJzLrWLKPGd2oJjqaTzxPOgHbwMWBNkkyfCYxhTszAzKJTE3TeWNjubjTTExNA9uxpX-K1tP0fwqg7IZXbmP4gzzWCY1HJ5RGHqT2pYhKNbbPveGS_visD0p5SU1qLLGIfsLruWPjtxwDlUaFMUCuemFGh8Vkc https://www.vulture.com/article/julianne-moore-book-banned.html Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Happy 69th episode! To celebrate, we learn about author Henry Miller popularized the term "boobs" and also...how he got sued a lot for his disgusting books. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the bestselling book, When Harry Became Sally now back on Amazon, author Ryan Anderson joins with the unique backstory. He also expounds on why we must keep technology as a supplement, never a substitute in our daily lives, especially for the sake of our kids. Father Dominic Legge also joins, discussing the life of St. Thomas Aquinas with the recent image trending of the doctor of the church being recreated based on analysis of the skull. The study also points to the true cause of death of the Angelic Doctor. Msgr. Roger Landry discusses the Shrine of the North American Martyrs as it received national recognition by the USSCB this month. Catch the show every Saturday at 7amET/5pmET on EWTN radio!

A Black middle school dean says she was fired by a school district in Colorado for objecting to a book ban. Now she's filed a civil rights complaint. Then, President Trump has told the Treasury Department to stop making pennies. They're minted in Denver. We'll talk about the history and cost of the one cent coin. Plus, Chandra tries to up her "Colorado street cred" by taking on skiing thanks the BIPoC Mountain Collective. And author Laura Krantz asks, "Do you believe in magic?" 

National and local news collided once again this week in Boise, so host Lindsay Van Allen and comedian Brittany Hargis are here to make sense of the headlines. President Trump's push to kill the Department of Education has us wondering if Idaho is ready to foot the bill — or if our students will be the ones paying the price. And, the state's book ban is facing a lawsuit from major publishers — could this mean redemption for the tiny Donnelly library that became adults only? Plus, we're sharing our local pick for National Pizza Day and a little comedic relief. Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In episode 102 of the Two Lit Mamas podcast, Heather reluctantly agrees to discuss book bans, again. Fortunately, Margie shares a grown up book that leaves both Mamas feeling hopeful. Book ban talk with a positive spin? No, the Mamas haven't thrown in their lot with busy-body banners. Tune in to hear their sunshine-and-rainbow rants. Fingers crossed you'll feel hopeful too. Book Chat:Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books by Kirsten MillerMiddle Grade:Attack of the Black Rectangles by A.S. King  Ban this Book by Alan Gratzwww.twolitmamas.com

An interview with Lauren Senner, the illustrator of 'The ABCs of Women's History.' We discuss the collaborative process behind the book, the importance of representation in children's literature, and the challenges faced by women in the publishing industry. Idaho sees the consequences of its book-banning law HB 740. Oklahoma Governor scrambles to cover the PR nightmare that is his comments on his proposed Classrooms to Careers initiative. Chapters New Releases Danilo was Here by tamikka Burgess Finding Normal by Jen Dotorski Mixed-Up by Kami Garcia, illus. by Brittney Williams, lettering by Tyler Smith Very Bad at Math by Hope Larson 00:00 Lauren Senner Interview 17:17 New Releases 24:59 Idaho's HB 710 28:24 OK's Classrooms to Careers Initiative

 Texas book ban backfires after school removes Bible over 'sexually explicit' contentThe Friendly Atheist, By Hemant Mehta, on December 23, 2024https://www.friendlyatheist.com/p/texas-book-ban-backfires-after-schoolIn 2023, Texas passed House Bill 900, banning sexually explicit books from school libraries. This law led the Canyon Independent School District to remove the Bible from its shelves due to its graphic depictions of violence, incest, and sexual assault. However, once this removal was discovered in December 2024, Republican Representative Jared Patterson—who sponsored the bill—reacted angrily. He accused the district's superintendent of misinterpreting the law and demanded the Bible's immediate reinstatement, dismissing claims that it contained explicit content. Despite the law being applied fairly, political pressure forced the superintendent to reverse course, restoring the Bible to school shelves without explanation.This situation exposes the hypocrisy of lawmakers who create sweeping policies but expect exemptions for religious texts. The Bible, despite containing mature content, was treated as immune to the very standards imposed on other books. Patterson's reaction demonstrates how political interests can override consistent application of the law, prioritizing religious favoritism over educational integrity. Critics argue this undermines the separation of church and state and compromises children's educational environments by making exceptions for religious doctrine while censoring other literature. The superintendent's capitulation to political pressure reflects how deeply religious influence is embedded in educational policy, especially in conservative regions like Texas.The Non-Prophets, Episode 24.2.4 featuring Jimmy Jr., Tracy Wilbert, Helen Greene, and Stephen HarderBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-non-prophets--3254964/support.

Chad opens the show talking about a local school district bringing in a national review group to help decide on which books should be pulled from their shelves of their school libraries. Plus, Jamie Yuccas joins from Los Angeles to share about the Franklin Fire impacting Malibu today.

MAGA says they hate censorship but loves banning books. Ben riffs. Podcaster Mark Wallace predicts a day of reckoning for this country is just ahead. He predicts Mitch O'Connell will close out his career by doing something he's never done before—the right thing. And he riffs on the myth of the “Black-Brown” coalition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dave Eggers' "The Circle" was banned and marked for destruction at Rapid City public schools. He shares his thoughts on book banning and previews a new documentary on the experience.

Diddy No Book Ban No Bail Blues by Matthew Russell Lee, Inner City Press, Nov 16, 2024 Book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHP7YF19 They want to keep him in jail, all the way to trial They're giving out discovery, but it might take a while Amazon, it banned the book, leaving no trace or sign After a fight a breakthrough, they put it back online Diddy do it? Diddy do it? Diddy do it? The book is baaack Candice McCrary says she was raped, sued Diddy as Jane Doe Vyskocil wasn't having it, said the world must know Buzbee finally raised the veil, refiled it in her name Third try to get out on bail, will the result be the same? Diddy do it? Diddy do it? Diddy do it? The book is baaack Stories: Sean Combs Filed New Motion for Bail With Names Redacted US Opposes Citing Obstruction https://www.innercitypress.com/sdny19combsicp111524.html Document on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/posts/116103357 Extras on Substack (& X for Subscribers) https://matthewrussellleeicp.substack.com/p/extra-sean-combs-asks-for-immediate Book: Diddy Do It? https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DHP7YF19

The new Idaho law banning certain books was pitched as a way to “protect kids” by the legislature. But in Eagle, it's adults who are being restricted from accessing reading materials. Idaho Library Association's Molly Nota joins host Lindsay Van Allen to break down what's next now that two library board members have been removed by the Eagle City Council, leaving the library board without a quorum. Meanwhile, the community is grappling with constitutional questions about free speech.  Want some more Boise news? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Learn more about the sponsor of this November 11th episode: Inn at 500 Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Reach us at boise@citycast.fm. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of Utah Stories, we dive into the heated debate over book bans in Utah's K-12 public schools. What started as a battle over specific titles has evolved into a broader cultural war. We explore both sides of this contentious issue, from parent advocacy groups pushing to remove books deemed inappropriate to educators defending the need for open discussions around complex topics like sexuality and trauma. Our guest, John Arthur, 2020 Utah Teacher of the Year and current candidate for the Utah School Board, shares his insights on this issue. He reflects on the challenges educators face, his views on the book ban movement, and his experiences teaching during the pandemic. Tune in for an enlightening conversation about the future of education in Utah and how this cultural battle could shape it. Don't miss out on this important discussion!

Israel has launched a ground invasion into Lebanon. On this week's On the Media, hear from a reporter in Beirut on the state of the press as the country braces for more violence. Plus, the state of book censorship in America.[01:00] Host Brooke Gladstone speaks with Nada Homsi, correspondent at The National's Beirut bureau, on what the press looks like in Lebanon as Israel launches a ground invasion into the country.[14:23] Host Brooke Gladstone sits down with Raviv Drucker, an Israeli journalist, to hear about his role in the unreleased documentary, The Bibi Files, directed by Alexis Bloom. The film uses never-before-seen leaked interrogation footage of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and his inner circle to lay out his corruption case.[31:05] Host Brooke Gladstone talks with Kelly Jensen, an editor at the online publication Book Riot, about how book censorship has shifted over the past year to a government affair – with new laws and regulations passed in Idaho, Utah, and South Carolina among other states. [39:36] Host Brooke Gladstone interviews Peter Parnell and Justin Richardson, whose children's picture book, And Tango Makes Three, is among the long list of banned titles across the country. Hear why they're suing in Florida to make their book — and others — accessible again. Further reading:“Hezbollah's dominance raises questions about Lebanon's army role in Israel conflict,” by Nada Homsi"It's Still Censorship, Even If It's Not a Book Ban," by Kelly JensenAnd Tango Makes Three, by Justin Richardson, Peter Parnell, and illustrator Henry ColeJacob's Missing Book, by Sarah Hoffman, Ian Hoffman, and illustrator Chris Case On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A Florida school district must restore dozens of LGBTQ-themed books to its libraries as part of a lawsuit settlement that called the state's queer book ban legislation unlawful. • Delaware state senator Sarah McBride is poised to become the first openly transgender member of Congress • Gilead's twice-yearly injectable PrEP exceeds expectations in clinical trial • And the new documentary “Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln” explores the personal life and sexuality of the 16th president All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

In this week's LGBTQ headlines: • A Florida school district must restore dozens of LGBTQ-themed books to its libraries as part of a lawsuit settlement that called the state's queer book ban legislation unlawful. • Delaware state senator Sarah McBride is poised to become the first openly transgender member of Congress • Gilead's twice-yearly injectable PrEP exceeds expectations in clinical trial • And the new documentary “Lover of Men: The Untold History of Abraham Lincoln” explores the personal life and sexuality of the 16th president All that and more in this episode of The Randy Report.

Lynzee and James look at the latest book ban case to come out of Florida: Sasaki and Miyano volume 1, and share their favorite queer manga. Plus, Yatagarasu and Dead Dead Demon catch-up time!

Lynzee and James look at the latest book ban case to come out of Florida: Sasaki and Miyano volume 1, and share their favorite queer manga. Plus, Yatagarasu and Dead Dead Demon catch-up time! Want to read a manga you can't get at your school library? Try your local library via the Libby app. It's free, and you can sign up online to access books electronically: Libby App This podcast is sponsored by HYTE.COM! Use the coupon code ANIME10 for 10% off your purchase!

Whew, we made it to Friday! And we have a lot to discuss with all of the big news from the week. Host Raheel Ramzanali is joined by Monica Flores Richart, education advocate and attorney, and Rafael Lemaitre, political analyst and communications expert, to break down what the recent raids, led by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, on Latino Democrats mean for Houston voters. Plus, guess which school district now has what some call the most restrictive book ban in the state, and how a new statue in our area is breaking records!  Stories we discussed on today's show:  Not So Fast, Controversial 'Voter Outreach' Pulled At Commissioner's Court Texas removes 1 million people from voter rolls Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton raids Latino Democrats' homes, including those of LULAC members LULAC demands federal investigation into Texas AG election probes 87-year-old LULAC volunteer said AG Ken Paxton sent 9 officers to raid her home Fort Bend ISD approves library book policy criticized as 'most restrictive' in Texas A homegrown grid for Harris County is our path to energy independence | Opinion A teen left an anonymous cry for help on a Galveston lifeguard's car. Residents offered their support Sugar Land-area Hindu temple now home to third largest statue in the U.S. Massive Sugar Land statue sparks Houston celebrations as one church group demonstrates against it More than half of Houston ISD voters oppose $4.4 billion bond proposal, finds poll commissioned by teachers' union Latino Vote Store Learn more about the sponsors of this August 30th episode here: Downtown Houston+ Holocaust Museum Houston Looking for more Houston news? Then sign up for our morning newsletter Hey Houston  Follow us on Instagram  @CityCastHouston Don't have social media? Then leave us a voicemail or text us at +1 713-489-6972 with your thoughts! Have feedback or a show idea? Let us know!  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Let's Talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this week's brain dump, we talk about Utah's recent book ban that included our girl Sarah Maas' entire repertoire. Lip service to protecting children from the dangers of explicit sexual content or an actually effective limit on access? And for older, middle and high school readers, are these books better to read than viewing other explicit content on the internet? Stay bothered, readers!

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Last year, an Iowa law that required schools to remove books that contain a depiction of a 'sex act' was put on pause by a temporary injunction, but an appeals court decision has cleared the way for the law to go into effect.

Hawk is not holding back on the MAGA madness! This time, he's tackling a Rolling Stone article about pro-Trump election deniers infiltrating swing state election offices. But don't worry, he's not buying the fear-mongering. He's pretty sure 70 conspiracy-loving Gomer Pyles can't outvote millions of sane Americans. Plus, he reminds us that Trump's not in the White House anymore, so his "find me 11,780 votes" shtick might not fly this time.Our host then dives into the Republican obsession with controlling everyone's lives, wondering why they're so fixated on other people's business. He ponders if they're all just incredibly repressed, noting that Grindr crashed during the Republican convention in Milwaukee. Apparently, these good Christian soldiers love Jesus almost as much as they love...well, you get the idea.Finally, Hawk gushes about Kamala Harris's campaign like a teenager with a new crush. He's practically doing cartwheels over her fundraising numbers and volunteer sign-ups. Meanwhile, he paints Trump as a rambling old man talking about electric boats and Hannibal Lecter. Hawk's so confident in a Harris victory, he's already planning the "I told you so" party. Just don't invite Chuck Schumer - Hawk's not sure what that guy's been doing for the last four years anyway. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk- Support Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com- Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct- Connect on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Podcasts Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.com- Listen to Hawk Droppings On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTBSimplecast: https://hawk-droppings.simplecast.com- Hawk Droppings RSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/pPVtxSNJ

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Spring wildflowers are in bloom, and some of the most common species play an important role in herbal medicine. This week, we learn about some of the ways people use violets. What's your favorite style of egg roll? An acclaimed, out-of-the-way restaurant in Pounding Mill, Virginia bends culinary genres and uses an unexpected ingredient.  And, more and more school boards are pulling books from library shelves. We'll speak with a reporter in a Virginia county where 57 titles were yanked. 

Sine Die, finally! Host Lindsay Van Allen and executive producer Frankie Barnhill are looking back on the 94 days it took the Idaho Legislature to get business done. Gov. Brad Little ended the session by signing into law Republican's “harmful materials” library bill, despite strong community opposition. On the other hand, the state did pass a funding bill to fix crumbling schools. Plus, Lindsay shares why a new backyard visitor is bringing her joy this spring — and Frankie shouts out a delicious social media moment this week.  Want some more Boise top picks? Head over to our Hey Boise newsletter where you'll get a cheatsheet to the city every weekday morning. Interested in advertising with City Cast Boise? Find more info HERE. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We continue our series of episodes about books that have been banned or challenged around the country. This time, it's the Newbery Award winning novel by Madeleine L'Engle: A Wrinkle in Time. According to the Carnegie Mellon Banned Books Project, the book was challenged in 1985 by parents in Florida who said the book “opposes Christian beliefs and teaches occult practices. The school principal did not remove the book from 4th grade curriculum. In 1990, a parent in Alabama asked to have the book removed because it “sends a mixed signal to children about good and evil.” The school board and superintendent voted unanimously to deny the request. Six years later, the book was challenged in North Carolina for undermining religious beliefs.The school board denied the request. Madeline L'Engle herself told the New York Times in 2001 that “it seems people are willing to damn the book without reading it.” We read it with a group of young readers and this is what they have to say about A Wrinkle in Time. This week, we tackle a classic – the 1963 winner of the Newbery Award “A Wrinkle in Time” by Madeleine L'Engle. Our readers are 5th graders from the British International School in Washington, DC. Our celebrity reader is public radio journalist Stephanie O'Neill. Madeline L'Engle passed away in 2007, but we're joined by her granddaughters Charlotte Jones Volklis and Lena Roy.  They've written a biography of their grandmother based on her journals called “Becoming Madeleine.” Kitty Felde is host.  FAVORITE BOOKS FROM BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL: Panda-monium - Stuart Gibbs Harry Potter - J.K. Rowling The Tiger Rising - Kate DiCamillo Space Case - Stuart Gibbs FAVORITE BOOKS FROM CHARLOTTE JONES VOIKLIS AND LENA ROY A Wrinkle in Time - Madeleine L'Engle A Gentleman in Moscow - Amor Towles STEPHANIE O'NEILL'S FAVORITE BOOK: Charlotte's Web - E.B. White

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This week Erin reads excerpts from Butter My Butt and Call Me a Biscuit, Bryan has a FedEx ordeal, and we dive into the Escambia County book bans as a result of HB1069 and the abortion pill requests to Aid Access which have spiked since the overturn of Roe v. Wade. For hours of additional bonus content, visit our Patreon! www.patreon.com/attitudes Join our Discord for episode discussions, watch parties and more! https://discord.gg/a7V5c7sBC4See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff and Rebecca talk about some good legal news, B&N's announced plans to open 50 new stores, quashing (and starting?) some Argylle authorship rumors, the LAPL getting into the publishing game, and more. Subscribe to the podcast via RSS, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. For more industry news, sign up for our Today in Books daily newsletter! 2024 is the tenth year of the Read Harder Challenge! Join us as we make our way through 24 tasks meant to expand our reading horizons and diversify our TBRs. To get book recommendations for each task, sign up for the Read Harder newsletter. We'll also keep you informed about other cool reading challenges, readathons, and more across the bookish internet. If you become a paid subscriber, you get even more recommendations plus community features, where you can connect with a community of passionate, like-minded readers in a cozy and supportive corner of the internet. Visit bookriot.com/readharder to sign up. This content contains affiliate links. When you buy through these links, we may earn an affiliate commission. Discussed in this episode: Sign up for Better Living Through Books and the BR Pod newsletter First Edition! The Book Riot Podcast Patreon Big win: Fifth Circuit declares Texas book bans unconstitutional Anti-book ban bill introduced in New Mexico and Massachusetts, may their efforts succeed Argylle director shuts down the T Swift conspiracy theory Barnes & Noble to open 50 new stores this year LA Public Library acquires indie publisher Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ari Melber hosts "The Beat" on Friday, January 19, and reports on new deposition tapes in Trump's civil fraud case, the latest on Trump's immunity claims, the GOP 2024 primary election, and the state of abortion rights on Capitol Hill. Dave Aronberg, Renato Mariotti, Emily Bazelon, Mark Leibovich, Molly Jong Fast, and Jennifer Klein join to discuss. Plus, Suzanne Nossel joins to discuss recent trends in book bans and censorship in America.

Our first episode of 2024 is a Good News episode! First, Liz and Andrew break down a new argument that might get everything back on track in Trump's DC prosecution.   Then, the duo unpack a recent ruling enjoining Iowa's anti-LGBTQ book ban.   Notes Trump DC per curiam order https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415.1208584150.0_5.pdf Trump DC immunity brief https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415.1208582803.0_3.pdf Ed Meese amicus brief https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415.1208584119.0_1.pdf American Oversight amicus brief https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415/gov.uscourts.cadc.40415.1208583989.0_1.pdf In re Grand Jury Investigation, 916 F.3d 1047 (2019) https://scholar.google.com/scholar_case?case=8603210867025765580 D. Iowa Order re LGBTQ book ban https://storage.courtlistener.com/recap/gov.uscourts.iasd.85819/gov.uscourts.iasd.85819.65.0.pdf Iowa Senate File 496 https://www.legis.iowa.gov/docs/publications/LGE/90/SF496.pdf   -Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/law -Follow us on Twitter:  @Openargs -Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/openargs/ -For show-related questions, check out the Opening Arguments Wiki, which now has its own Twitter feed!  @oawiki -And finally, remember that you can email us at openarguments@gmail.com    

DeRay, Kaya, De'Ara and Myles cover the underreported news of the week — NYPD interferes with federal investigation, heightened frustrations with Biden administration, Dwight Howard's sexual assault allegations, and a debate about one-sided book bans. NewsNYPD ‘Wellness Check' Before Feds Raided Mayor Eric Adams' Fundraiser Called Into Question: ‘FBI Would Never Ask For One'Gossip about Dwight Howard's sexuality detracts from the gravity of assault claimsStudents hated 'To Kill a Mockingbird.' Their teaches tried to dump it.Trump Leads in 5 Critical States as Voters Blast Biden, Times/Siena Poll Finds

In episode 1563, Jack and Miles are joined by super producer, Joelle Monique, to discuss… Sh*tshow 2024: RFK Jr. Will Now Run As An Independent, FOX IS MAD AT HIM, Scholastic Book Fairs: Now With More Censorship, New NASA Spacesuits Will Be Made By Prada For Some Reason and more! Sh*tshow 2024: RFK Jr. Will Now Run As An Independent RFK JR's Campaign Speech Failure Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s 2024 Launch Goes Viral For Wrong Reasons Biden Should Probably Be Worried About RFK Jr. RFK Jr. goes independent. Does that hurt Biden or Trump? Republicans turn on Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as he launches independent bid How Trump's Vaccine Support Is Splitting His Base RFK Jr. super PAC got $5M from megadonor who had backed Trump Pro-RFK Jr. Super PAC Has Deep Ties to Marjorie Taylor Greene, George Santos Scholastic Book Fairs: Now With More Censorship The nostalgic joys of the Scholastic Book Fair, explained BOOK FAIRS WILL SEE AN INCREASE IN CENSORSHIP ATTEMPTS THIS YEAR Scholastic Under Fire for Allowing Schools to Opt Out of ‘Diverse Books' for Book Fairs The Fleeting Magic of Scholastic Book Fairs LET ME RUIN YOUR CHILDHOOD: THE INEQUALITY OF SCHOOL BOOK FAIRS Scholastic Accused of Misusing Book Clubs Inside the Succession Drama at Scholastic, Where Harry Potter and Clifford Hang in the Balance New NASA Spacesuits Will Be Made By Prada For Some Reason What Did Playtex Have to Do With Neil Armstrong? The improbable story of the bra-maker who won the right to make astronaut spacesuits The astronaut wears Prada: Axiom taps fashion house to help design spacesuits for 2025 NASA moon mission What to know about Axiom Space, the company behind the first all-private mission to the ISS LISTEN: Sambassim by DJ PatifeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

DeRay, Kaya, and Don cover the underreported news of the week —  the push back against Florida book bans, the end of affirmative action as we know it, and the disproportionate mortality rate of  babies in the South.NewsDeRay A striking gap between deaths of Black and White babies plagues the SouthKaya Why the world's largest publisher found a book-ban lawsuit in Florida 'irresistable'Don Higher Ed. at Harvard Event Addresses Looming End of Affirmative Action