Podcasts about border politics

Migration policies shape not only the economies of countries but also their politics. In this episode, we dive deep into how letting people leave—or restricting their exit—can have surprising ripple effects on collective action and political reform in their home countries. Yale political scientist Emily Sellars reveals why migration might weaken the power of ordinary people to organize and push for change—and why even those who leave might ultimately lose out. Could closing borders paradoxically strengthen democracy abroad? We unpack a provocative new model that challenges our assumptions about emigration and its role in global politics. Papers discussed:“Emigration And Collective Action”: https://www.journals.uchicago.edu/doi/abs/10.1086/704697?journalCode=jop

In today's episode, we examine the intensifying public rift between Elon Musk and Donald Trump. The catalyst? Trump's recently proposed “Big Beautiful Bill” which notably removes federal subsidies that have historically benefited Musk's ventures. Elon has not remained silent, and tensions escalated further when he retaliated by implying that Trump is listed among Jeffrey Epstein's known associates, suggesting this as the reason the full client list remains sealed.Major accusation.Is this an authentic ideological clash, or a calculated distraction? What are the political implications, and who truly benefits from this spectacle? Let's dissect the rhetoric, analyze the deeper motives, and apply biblical clarity in the midst of all of the chaos.—https://www.thebrandsunday.com/products/the-bible-study-physical?srsltid=AfmBOopJ1q_VkwFOO-Q2RCLoc1uzsHwAP4yh-_ZFG-r8_S9idICTj6nR

Marc & Kim welcome State Rep. Brad Christ, who slams the renewed city-county merger plan as a nonstarter and warns against progressive St. Louis influence shaping county policy. Former Senator Jim Talent joins to blast Sen. Van Hollen's El Salvador trip as empty grandstanding, while calling for a return to tough Trump-era immigration enforcement. David Stokes from the Show-Me Institute unpacks Missouri's fragile municipal tax system, arguing for a smarter mix of revenue sources to stabilize local budgets. Griff Jenkins delivers a powerful breakdown of Rachel Morin's mother's testimony, media double standards, and the Democrats' baffling defense of violent illegal immigrants.

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/american-studies

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/world-affairs

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/economics

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/drugs-addiction-and-recovery

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of International Horizons, Peter Andreas, John Hay Professor of International Studies at Brown University and author of Border Games: The Politics of Policing the U.S.-Mexico Divide, 3rd edition (Cornell UP, 2022) and The Illicit Global Economy (Oxford UP, 2025), joins RBI Director John Torpey to unpack the myths and realities of border control, illicit trade, and tariffs in the era of Trump. Why do Trump's border policies resonate with so many despite lower deportation numbers than previous administrations? How are fentanyl, tariffs, and military threats shaping U.S. relations with Mexico and Canada? Andreas explains the performative politics of the border, the historical amnesia around immigration enforcement, and why the lines between legal and illegal economies are blurrier than we think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/book-of-the-day

More Liberals are declaring their intentions in relation to the party's leadership race. Christy Clark and François-Philippe Champagne say they are out. Karina Gould is rumoured to be in. One big name — Mark Carney — flirted with the idea on The Daily Show with John Stewart. He's expected to make an announcement on Thursday.And: Premiers say they want to know the federal plans for border security and economic stability ahead of Trump's administration taking power on Monday. Trump announced his own plan: The External Revenue Service. He says it will be created on January 20th, to collect tariffs.Also: “On the edge”, “on the brink”, “on the verge” — all the “almost there” phrases are being trotted out to describe the state of negotiations for a ceasefire in Gaza. Families on both sides are watching… and hoping.Plus: Los Angeles fires still not contained, intimate partner violence in Nova Scotia, dismantling DEI, and more.

The conversations around America’s border politics have changed dramatically in recent election cycles. While the nature of migration has fundamentally changed, the nation’s policy tools have remained frozen in time, not accommodating to today’s diverse mix of families and asylum seekers. This mismatch between modern challenges and outdated solutions have contributed to this cycle of crisis, where political rhetoric becomes more extreme while solutions are increasingly elusive. Fiona Harrigan from Reason weighs in on the complex relations in 21st century migration policies.

The news to know for Monday, September 30, 2024! What to know about the aftermath from Hurricane Helene, including the widespread destruction across the Southeast and the ongoing rescue missions. Also, Israel has killed the leader of Hezbollah and has continued attacks despite calls for a pause in fighting. We'll discuss how President Biden is now responding. Plus, a look at the potential impact of a major strike set to start tomorrow, why you might not be able to play popular songs on YouTube right now, and which baseball team is being called the worst in MLB history. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes!    Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups!  See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Sign-up for our Friday EMAIL here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/email Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/merch Sponsors: Wildgrain is offering $30 off the first box - plus FREE Croissants in every box!! - when you go to Wildgrain.com/newsworthy to start your subscription. Get cozy in Quince's high-quality wardrobe essentials. Go to Quince.com/newsworthy for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns! To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to libsynads@libsyn.com    

In this episode, the hosts explore the strategic motivations behind calls to end the filibuster, examine the most competitive Senate races, and evaluate Speaker Mike Johnson's performance. Dave and Carrie also engage in a spirited debate about Trump's approach to NATO and Russia. Subscribe to Practically Political on YouTube

It's been decades since the United States has updated its immigration policies in any sort of comprehensive way, and the problems and suffering at the southern border have persisted. Meanwhile, worsening conflicts around the world push more and more people to leave their homes and try and make their way to America. Immigration is a top concern of U.S. voters, and almost everyone agrees that something needs to change. Why is immigration reform so difficult? Four experts with diverse perspectives meet for a frank and lively panel at the 2024 Aspen Ideas Festival, and point out the gaps and roadblocks in our current system. President and CEO of the International Rescue Committee, David Miliband, brings the aid organization outlook. New Yorker staff writer Jonathan Blitzer has reported on immigration for years. U.S. Representative Dan Crenshaw from Texas sees the political fight from inside Congress. And Marcela Escobari serves the public as coordinator for the Los Angeles Declaration on Migration and Protection, and is also a special assistant to President Biden. NBC News journalist Rebecca Blumenstein moderates the conversation. aspenideas.org

In this episode of "Kent Hance, The Best Storyteller in Texas Podcast," host Kent Hance and co-host Sandy McIlree discuss a range of current events and political issues.  They discuss the controversy of a transgender athlete in the Olympics and Kent shares how such a situation would have likely been handled in his hometown of Dimmitt, Texas. Kent also sheds light on President Biden's changes to Title IX, and the legal proceedings of the September 11th masterminds. The discussion also delves into the upcoming presidential election, border issues, and the accuracy of political polling, offering a comprehensive overview of today's political landscape.   Timestamps (by podsqueeze)   Interview with Vicki Hollub (00:00:04) Discussion about the upcoming interview with Oxy Petroleum's CEO, highlighting her significance as a female leader.   Quote by Robert Frost (00:01:14) The speakers reflect on a quote about love and its relation to current events.   Controversy in Female Boxing (00:01:36) Debate over a female boxing match involving a transgender athlete, raising questions about fairness.   Biden's Title IX Changes (00:02:19) Discussion on President Biden's changes to Title IX regarding transgender rights and the legal pushback in Texas.   Trump's Stance on Women's Sports (00:04:43) Former President Trump's commitment to keeping men out of women's sports in response to Biden's policies.   September 11th Masterminds (00:05:52) Legal proceedings surrounding the masterminds of the September 11th attacks and the public's reaction to plea deals.   Death Penalty Discussion (00:06:30) The implications of reversing a plea deal that could affect the death penalty for the 9/11 attackers.   Presidential Campaign Dynamics (00:09:43) Analysis of key swing states and the presidential campaign landscape as election approaches.   Border Issues in Politics (00:12:05) Governor Abbott's impact on national politics through his stance on border issues and sanctuary cities.   Illegal Entry and Security Concerns (00:14:05) Discussion on recent illegal entries and security threats at military installations.   Political Ads and Public Perception (00:15:19) The role of political ads in shaping public perception, particularly regarding immigration policies.   Polling Accuracy Challenges (00:16:07) Exploration of the challenges in polling accuracy due to changes in communication technology.   Campaign Turnout Importance (00:18:25) The significance of event turnout as an indicator of voter enthusiasm and electoral success.   Media Bias in Coverage (00:19:20) Analysis of media bias in political coverage affecting public perception of candidates.   Funny Packing Mishap (00:20:18) Discussion about forgetting to pack essentials like underwear for a long trip.   Stupid Criminal Week (00:20:51) A humorous recount of a chaotic police call involving a gun, knife, and a cooking argument.   Domestic Disturbances (00:22:03) Insights into the dangers police face during domestic disturbance calls.   Mosquitoes in Summer (00:22:48) Discussion on why mosquitoes are attracted to certain people, including personal anecdotes.   Chasing Mosquito Trucks (00:23:12) Nostalgic memories of kids chasing mosquito spray trucks in the neighborhood.   Willie Nelson's Groupies (00:25:14) A light-hearted story about Willie Nelson's humorous response to groupies on the Johnny Carson show.   Johnny Carson's Humor (00:25:30) Reflection on the comedic style of Johnny Carson compared to modern late-night shows.   Animal Kingdom Memories (00:26:47) Nostalgia for the Mutual of Omaha's Wild Kingdom and its memorable host Marlin Perkins.   Python Bounty in the Everglades (00:27:24) Discussion on the ecological impact of pythons in the Everglades and bounty hunting efforts.

About our Guest: Jon Rezendes is an influential conservationist with a dedication to the preservation and rewilding of the Chihuahuan Desert region, particularly in El Paso, Texas. His military background brought him to El Paso, where he found a second home amid the natural beauty of the desert landscape. As the Vice President of the Frontera Land Alliance and a board member of the Texas Lobo Coalition, Rezendes is a champion for environmental causes in the region. He is a strong advocate for the protection of the Rio Bosque wetland, a critical riparian habitat threatened by development proposals. Episode Summary: In this thought-provoking episode of "90 Miles from Needles," host Chris Clarke engages with Jon Rezendes to explore the rich ecological landscape and current environmental threats facing the Chihuahuan Desert, particularly the battle over the Rio Bosque wetlands in El Paso. The conversation provides an in-depth look at the socio-political challenges and the community's fight to prevent detrimental changes. Jon Rezendes passionately discusses the significance of protecting the delicate Rio Bosque wetlands against proposed infrastructure projects such as a disruptive highway. The area, crucial for migratory birds and local flora and fauna, faces the pressure of urban sprawl and industrial traffic which could irrevocably damage this unique ecosystem. Supported by the local community and organizations, Rezendes highlights the urgent need for advocacy and action to sustain this natural gem. He envisions a future where rewilding efforts expand, forever changing the local desert into a cradle of biodiversity that could one day welcome apex predators like the Mexican wolf back into the region. Key Takeaways: The Rio Bosque wetlands near El Paso are a vital habitat for over 260 bird species and numerous other animals, yet they are currently endangered by various threats, including proposed highway projects. Jon Rezendes advocates for realistic and sustainable alternatives to alleviate traffic that don't damage vital ecosystems, such as improving the existing rail transit system. Defenders of the wetland are rallying against Texas DOT's proposal for highway construction, gathering community support through petitions and local agency involvement. The vision for the Rio Grande Valley is one of expanded rewilding, potentially re-establishing apex predators like the Mexican wolf and removing barriers such as the border wall for ecological restoration. It's critical for the conservation community and influencers beyond Texas to support the efforts to protect and rewild the Chihuahuan Desert ecosystems. Notable Quotes: "We intend to shine enough light on this situation to make sure that we're elevating the voices of the people in Socorro that don't want their home to be turned into an unrecognizable industrial wasteland." "El Paso is small in terms of our influence, but we are mighty in terms of our grassroots efforts." "We are not going to let this happen. This is absolutely backwards, and we will do anything in our power to prevent a highway through our wetland." "Nothing would make me happier to know that wolves are running up and down the Rio Grande Valley again, passing between Mexico and the United States." "Rio Bosque is fighting for survival amid Texas' broader environmental narrative, where prosperous future melds with respect for the land and vibrant riparian forests." Resources: Follow Friends of the Rio Bosque on Instagram:@friendsriobosquewetlands Comment on the Border East highway before May 14  (Even if you're not a Texan). Texas Lobo Coalition: Texas Lobo Coalition As we delve into the rich tapestry of environmental activism and the future of the Chihuahuan Desert, we invite listeners to experience the full episode as Jon Rezendes shares his urgent advocacy call for Rio Bosque wetlands. Tune in and join this engaging conversation that may very well shape the natural legacy of Texas and beyond. Stay connected for more episodes from "90 Miles from Needles" that continue to enlighten and inspire.Become a desert defender!: https://90milesfromneedles.com/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Foreign Aid Breakthrough. Johnson's Conversion. His Job Not Safe. Mayorkas Impeachment Fail. Border Politics. Youth Vote. Trump's Trial Negatives. Kennedys Endorse Biden. Third-Party Threats. With Jeff Dufour, Editor-in-chief at The National Journal, Maeve Sheehy, Congressional Reporter for Bloomberg Government, Mini Racker, Politics Reporter for the Daily Beast and Erin Covey, U.S. House Analyst for the Cook Political Report.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The American Federation of Government Employees. More information at AFGE.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Patrick Maguire is joined by John Elledge to discuss the borders that explain world politics - from London's Ulez to the edge of space. PLUS: Columnists India Knight and James Heale discuss whether the public will appreciate the latest National Insurance cut, what happened when James went to Nigel Farage's 60th, and whether the Liz Truss story will get its own Netflix series.Columnists (00:41)The Borders That Explain World Politics (20:53) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the end of 2023, migrant encounters at the U.S.-Mexico border hit a record high of 250,000, with a surge of individuals and families entering cities like Chicago, Denver, New York, Houston, and Los Angeles. Despite this, politicians and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle continue to struggle to meet demands and refuse to compromise on border policies, leaving the wellbeing of asylum seekers in jeopardy. In early February, a sweeping supplemental funding package for national security failed in the Senate. This package would have eviscerated protections for people seeking asylum, in exchange for unrelated foreign aid by imposing shutdowns to the U.S.-Mexico border and an unprecedented increase in funding for punitive immigration policies through taxpayer dollars, among other harsh measures. We know that cruel immigration policies do not stop migration — they simply put more people in danger. As the conversation about border control and immigration becomes steeped in election year politics, it's imperative for us to mobilize lawmakers and political leaders to pass humane and effective immigration policies that meet the dire needs of the current moment. Joining us to give an update on the state of immigration policy today and its significance for this election year is Naureen Shah, deputy director of governmental affairs for the ACLU's Equality Division.

Mexicans elect a new president this summer and two women are competing for the top job. How might they impact our politics, our shared border, and the hundreds of billions of dollars in trade that move across it? Laura Collins, an immigration expert at the Bush Institute and Jennifer Apperti, a former Mexican diplomat who now leads SMU's Mission Foods Texas-Mexico Center join the Jasons to explain how immigration impacts politics on the other side of the border. Guests Jennifer Apperti, Director/SMU Mission Foods Texas-Mexico Center Laura Collins, Director/Bush Institute-SMU Economic Growth Initiative

 Chris and Amy discuss the recent Supreme Court decision on Trump's immunity assertion, Mitch McConnell's decision to step down as the Republican Leader of the Senate, and the significance of both Joe Biden and Donald Trump visiting the southern border on the same day. Chief Washington correspondent for CBS News, Major Garrett, joins the show to share insights and analysis on these developments.

Air Date 2/13/2024 The entire political system has lurched to the right on immigration as Democrats adopt the talking points of the Republicans and the MAGA Republicans put Trump's election chances over the policies they claim to support. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Transcript BestOfTheLeft.com/Support (Members Get Bonus Clips and Shows + No Ads!) Join our Discord community! SHOW NOTES Ch. 1: ‘Basically a cult': Trump's MAGA Republicans slammed for vowing to block immigration reform bill - The ReidOut with Joy Reid - Air Date 2-5-24 MAGA Republicans have vowed to block the latest immigration reform bill, while also saying immigration is a crisis and immediate threat. Donald Trump's influence over MAGA Republican elected officials regarding immigration is discussed Ch. 2: Democrats Fully Embrace Trump's Immigration Narrative - The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder - Air Date 2-9-24 Ch. 3: Republican CALLS OUT Trump By Name Over Outrageous Border Lies - The Damage Report - Air Date 2-10-24 Republican Chip Roy goes off on a fiery rant against his own party, explicitly calling out Donald Trump for posting false claims on Truth Social over the border deal he plotted to destroy. John Iadarola and Sharon Reed break it down on The Damage Report.   SEE FULL SHOW NOTES   FINAL COMMENTS Ch. 12: Final comments on the incentives for our politicians to fail at governing Related Articles: How Texas officials stymied nonprofits' efforts to help migrants they bused to northern cities As cities struggle to house migrants, Biden administration resists proposals that officials say could help Half of Republicans say California isn't really American Commentary: If only Congress would listen to the CBO on immigration   SHOW IMAGE:  Description: Photo of detained migrants - adults and children - lined up against the US-Mexico border fence as a border patrol officer walks by. Credit: "U.S. Border Patrol agent apprehends a group of migrants" via Picryl | License: Public Domain

Court rulings might seem like a blow to President Trump, but Doug tells you why that's far from the truth.  He digs into the implications of recent legal decisions regarding executive immunity and how they may actually fuel Trump's campaign, offering a perspective that veers from the mainstream narrative of defeat. He also examine the controversy over the Senate border bill and Oklahoma Republican Senator Paul Lankford's role in this debacle of a bill.---------------Please also consider donating to help keep Doug's show available and FREE to all.Go to www.DougBillings.us and click on the "support" tab at the top of the website to help! Thank you and God bless you.Support the show

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On this latest episode for the week of Feb. 5, 2024, host Dawn Vaughan and N&O politics team colleagues Avi Bajpai and Kyle Ingram talk about campaign finance reports, the U.S.-Mexico border and immigration policy, and much more. Stay tuned to the end for our picks for Headliner of the Week. Host: Dawn Vaughan Guests: Avi Bajpai, Kyle Ingram Executive Producer: Laura Brache Video Producer: Kevin Keister Want even more North Carolina politics news? Our Under the Dome newsletter dives deep into all things #ncpol and legislative happenings. It's sent to your inbox Tuesday to Friday and Sunday. Sign up here. Please consider supporting local journalism with a subscription to The N&O. If you're already a subscriber, thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The U.S. supreme court recently voted that Texas can not block federal border agents from cutting their new razor wiring along the Texas border. Texas has since defied the court ruling and with backing from the vast majority of the GOP this situation seems like a mixture of a political stunt and a volatile situation. Here is Josh's brief response that hopefully brings clarity and nuance to this seemingly unhinged dilemma. Sources: Whitehouse.gov "The Economic benefits of extending permanent Legal Status to unauthorized immigrants" worldrelief.org "Evangelical views on immigration are shifting" hrc.org "ICYMI:New data shows support LGBTQ+ rights reaches highest rates ever recorded"

House Republicans move to impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas over the border crisis, as Trump tries to torpedo a bipartisan border deal. Plus, what E. Jean Carroll had to say about Trump in her first CNN interview since her $83.3 million defamation win against the former president. And, Conservatives float conspiracy theories about Taylor Swift and the Super Bowl.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

House Republicans move to impeach DHS Secretary Mayorkas over the border crisis, as Trump tries to torpedo a bipartisan border deal. Plus, what E. Jean Carroll had to say about Trump in her first CNN interview since her $83.3 million defamation win against the former president. And, Conservatives float conspiracy theories about Taylor Swift and the Super Bowl.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jim Henson and Josh Blank discuss the convergence of national and Texas politics in the current national focus on immigration and border security.

Because of what it does for Arizona's and Mexico's economies, the re-opening of the Lukeville Port of Entry is a reason to celebrate — so why is Jim Sharpe feeling so negative about it?

Biden may be on the verge of capitulation to Trump's xenophobic immigration policies. Texas' new law puts every person of color in danger. Kudos to Chile for rejecting a Conservative constitution. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsdoneright/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/politicsdoneright/support

Joseph Zeballos-Roig, domestic policy and politics reporter at Semafor, talks about the latest national political news, including the failed Senate vote to send aid to Ukraine without a border security deal, and the most recent Republican presidential primary debate.  

According to a post from Julie Roys, less than a year after disgraced pastor Tim Armstrong was ousted from his Ohio megachurch he has been hired by a megachurch in Florida... and guest host Steve Coble has an opinion you might not expect. Then, Brian and guest host Steve Coble listen to some unbelievable stories of persecuted Christians around the world from Bible League, an interview with renowned pastor and radio host Alistair Begg, and spend time talking about the new influx of Venezuelans at the U.S./Mexico border with World Relief expert Matthew Soerens. Follow The Common Good on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Hosted by Aubrey Sampson and Brian From Produced by Laura Finch and Keith ConradSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Your Heard Tell Show for Monday, September 25th, is turning down the noise of the news cycle and getting to the information we need to discern our times by taking the latest culture war hot button viral moment - Taylor Swift going to an NFL game - and using it as the latest example of how viral stories don't happen by accident, how content creators are pushing for pay not narrative truth, how to see backchannels in such stories, and why it has nothing to really do with Taylor Swift at all. Then, we talk about TikTok, and a story about how one account is using facial recognition technology to not only dox and identify folks from their online videos, but raises questions of privacy, rights, and seems to draw more and more people into a mob mentality of hunting down real world humans from their online interactions. Our guest is Connor Vasile who joins Heard Tell for an extended discussion on criminal justice and how we have to get past the buzzwords to what is really going on, how statistics can do as much harm as good in the discourse, why law enforcement accountability and having the trust of the community is key to any reform, and what we should be focusing on when it comes to cries for "law and order." Plus, host Andrew recounts a story from covering the 2022 midterm to illustrate why the border, immigration, and migrants will continue to be a hot button topic and prime fodder for politicians, pundits, and the public without the problem ever actually being solved.All that and more on this episode of Heard Tell.--------------------Heard Tell SubStack Free to subscribe, comes right to your inboxQuestions, comments, concerns, ideas, or epistles? Email us HeardTellShow@gmail.comPlease make sure to follow @Heard Tell, like the program, comment with your thoughts, and share with others.Heard Tell SubStack Free to subscribe, comes right to your inboxSupport Heard Tell here: https://app.redcircle.com/shows/4b87f374-cace-44ea-960c-30f9bf37bcff/donationsSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/heard-tell/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Houston Pastor Eric Huffman is part of a group of churches demonstrating the love of Jesus by reaching out to immigrants coming across the border.  He frankly agrees border politics and policies are terrible, but says we must reach out in Jesus' Name to the people placed in front of us, regardless of politics.  (As an aside, he notes that 90% of those escaping from conditions in Central America are born-again.)  His group has produced a video documentary tracing the lives of 3 such immigrant families, which can be found at http://www.AcrossDocumentary.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“Border Politics” “De Militarizing the American Military” “Biden the Great has done it all” “The Power of Bureaucracy Around the World” 

Guest: Allan Woods, staff reporter Just as Roxham Road in Quebec became a crossing point for thousands of migrants hoping to enter Canada to avoid deportation in the United States, a new northern border phenomenon has people from countries such as Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras and India using Canada as an entry point to the U.S., often making a perilous journey. Called “southbounders” by the RCMP, officials on both sides of the border say there has been a sharp spike in the number of people attempting this dangerous crossing. Republicans are leveraging the issue as political fuel and now cross-border issues are expected to feature heavily in the U.S. President Joe Biden's upcoming visit to Canada next week. This episode was produced by Saba Eitizaz, Brian Bradley and Paulo Marques.

As Republican governors from southern states defend their policies to bus and fly thousands of migrants to Democratic-run cities, including the nation's capital Washington DC, Democrats accuse them of political stunts — less than two weeks before midterm elections that will determine which party controls the US Congress. Guests: Dylan Fernandes, Massachusetts State Representative representing Martha's Vineyard; Clint McDonald, Executive Director of Texas Border Sheriff's Coalition and former Sheriff of Terrell County, Texas

Last week, nearly 50 Venezuelan migrants showed up, without warning, on the wealthy island of Martha's Vineyard.Their arrival was the culmination of a monthslong strategy by two of the United States' most conservative governors to lay the issue of undocumented immigration at Democrats' doorstep.How has this strategy played out and what has it meant for the migrants caught in the middle?Guest: Miriam Jordan, a national correspondent covering immigration for The New York Times.Background reading: Scores of migrants have been shipped north by southern Republican governors. Here's what you need to know.Martha's Vineyard, the moneyed summer resort, has become an unlikely arena in the fight over illegal immigration.For more information on today's episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday. 

A public health order known as Title 42 will continue to be used by US law enforcement to expel migrants at the southern border, following a court ruling last week that blocked the Biden administration's attempts to lift the restrictions imposed by the Trump administration at the beginning of the pandemic. Guests: Rodney Scott, 24th Chief of the United States Border Patrol from 2020 to 2021 Eddie Morales, Texas State Representative Tyler Mattiace, Mexico and Guatemala Researcher for Human Rights Watch

Immigration is a perennial hot-button topic in American politics and the broader American culture. In recent years, the debate over whether and how to allow migrants into the United States has taken on new wrinkles. The Trump presidency, the COVID-19 pandemic, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine are just some of the latest forces to push this controversy into the hottest spots of our national discourse.Ali Noorani is the CEO of the National Immigration Forum. The first time I met and spoke with Ali, he had just published his first book, “There Goes The Neighborhood: How Communities Overcome Prejudice and Meet the Challenge of American Immigration.” We did an interview for The DADE Podcast, which is no longer around, but which we'll re-publish in The Liberated Podcast's feed for anyone who wants to hear that as background.At the time of this recording, Ali had just published a new book, “Crossing Borders: The Reconciliation of a Nation of Immigrants.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Doug Pagitt and Robb Ryerse discuss the political quagmire of immigration policy in America, and what can be done to make it more just, humane, and welcoming.   Doug Pagitt is the Executive Director and one of the founders of Vote Common Good. He is also a pastor, author, and social activist.  @pagitt   Robb Ryerse is a pastor, author, and Political Organizer at Vote Common Good. You can find his book about running for congress as a Progressive Republican in Arkansas here: Running For Our Lives  @RobbRyerse   The Common Good Podcast is produced and edited by Daniel Deitrich. @danieldeitrich Our theme music is composed by Ben Grace. @bengracemusic   votecommongood.com votecommongood.com/podcast facebook.com/votecommongood twitter.com/votecommon

ANN/Groong Week in Review - November 7, 2021Topics:Armenia under wide scale attacks by AzerbaijanBorder PoliticsAzerbaijan Returns to the OSCE MGMunicipal elections Over the Past WeekendGuests:Arthur Martirosyan TW/@ArtMart96Hosts:Hovik Manucharyan TW/@HovikYerevanAsbed Bedrossian TW/@qubriqEpisode 101 | Recorded: Monday, November 16, 2021

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capehart join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including immigration, President Biden's job approval ratings, and tensions between the U.S. and France over a nuclear submarine deal. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post columnist Jonathan Capehart join Amna Nawaz to discuss the week in politics, including immigration, President Biden's job approval ratings, and tensions between the U.S. and France over a nuclear submarine deal. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Canada looks to welcome travellers again while the future of vaccine passports remains uncertain. And two national anti-hate summits last week had us wondering what policies would actually help. This week's contributors: Emilie Nicolas, Jaskaran Sandhu, Stuart ThomsonThis episode is supported by Aussie Hair. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Paris Marx is joined by Alex Rivera to discuss his 2008 film Sleep Dealer and how it imagined exploitative technologies being implemented in a future Mexico of hardened borders and limited migration.Alex Rivera is is a filmmaker and digital media artist whose work explores themes of globalization, migration, and technology. His feature films include Sleep Dealer and The Infiltrators. Follow Alex on Twitter as @Alex_Rivera.

Ruben Navarrette Jr. discusses how GOP governors are playing border politics.

The recent trip by Vice President Kamala Harris to Central America, followed by a trip to El Paso, Texas last week, brought attention to immigration and immigration reform.  California, along with border states such as Arizona and Texas, face a host of federal-state challenges related to immigration and what comes next. For more, Sonoma State Political Scientist Dr. David McCuan joined KCBS Radio news anchor Patti Reising.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chris talks about what's happening at the border in Southern Arizona in places like Douglas and Sierra Vista. Then, Andy Biggs and Chris talk about the rise in crime in America and what's going on in DC with Jan. 6.

Political scientist Jamie Gillies talks about travel restrictions and leadership on both sides of the New Brunswick-Nova Scotia border.

Jim and Greg cheer Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson for calling out the massive amount of deficit spending since the pandemic, how we don’t need the trillions more being pushed in Biden’s agenda, and how runaway inflation is a real danger.  He’s right, but will people listen after Republicans spent big when they had control?  They […]

Jim and Greg cheer Wisconsin Sen. Ron Johnson for calling out the massive amount of deficit spending since the pandemic, how we don't need the trillions more being pushed in Biden's agenda, and how runaway inflation is a real danger.  He's right, but will people listen after Republicans spent big when they had control?  They also react to a new report showing more than 33,000 people came to our southern border last month who were not from Central American countries.  And they shake their heads as NIH officials admit to Congress that the Biden administration never consulted with them before shutting down a State Department probe into the origins of the COVID pandemic.Please visit our great sponsors:Headspacehttps://headspace.com/martiniFor a Free 1-month trial with access to Headspace’s full library of meditations for every situation go to headspace.com/martini today. My Pillowhttps://mypillow.com/martiniPremium My Pillows are at their lowest price yet! Get a Queen Premium My Pillow for only $29.98 with code MARTINI.

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. 1938. Exhausted after wage-hour fight in senate. Washington, D.C., June 13. Senator Allen Ellender Democrat of Louisana and onetime Lieutenant of the late Huey Long, is snapped by news cameramen as he rests in his office after leading the victorious fight for the compromise in the wage-hour bill. The compromise is expected to make wage differentials possible for many southern industries. He has threatened a filibuster unless the south got what it wanted in the measure, 6/13/38 The New John Batchelor ShowRepresented by CBS News Radio@Batchelorshow Border politics; Voter ID politics; Filibuster politics. @DavidMDrucker @DCExaminer @JohnFund @NRO https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/news/joe-biden-immigration-policies-upsetting-republicans-democratshttps://www.nationalreview.com/2021/03/ids-for-a-vaccine-shot-but-not-for-voting/

Although it might not be a perfect parallel to liken Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris to Harry Truman, I have wondered if President-Elect Biden and Democratic leaders chose her as a potential successor to Biden in a way similar to how the party chose Truman to run with Roosevelt for his last term. Should Ms. Harris need to step in and take over the reins of the White House, what might her leadership style look like? Get the answer to this question and many others in this episode featuring an interview with Dr. Kathleen Staudt, professor emerita of political science from the University of Texas at El Paso. Purchase Dr. Staudt's Hope for Power and Justice: https://www.amazon.com/Hope-Justice-Power-Broad-based-Organizing/dp/1574417940 Purchase Dr. Staudt's Border Politics in a Global Era: https://www.amazon.com/Border-Politics-Global-Era-Perspectives/dp/144226618X --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/numberone/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/numberone/support

For the final program of the year, Killa and Jennifer discuss the dirty deals the EU is making to keep externalising the EU borders on the one hand and to make pushbacks and deportations easier on the other - and Germany's central role in these tactics even though it projects itself as an upholder of human rights. Syrine from Watch the Med - Alarmphone and Christina from Women* in Exile & Friends join to talk about how these policies impact the situation for migrants and refugees in Germany and what have to be our strategies to fight back. With music from Ana Tijoux & Shadia Monsour, Aṣa, and Aretha Franklin.

Dr Zareh Ghazarian is a Senior Lecturer in Politics and International Relations at Monash University. The main topic of today’s interview is current Australian politics: from Victorian lockdown to NSW coalition disagreements to Queensland border closure. - Հարցազրոյց Մելպըրնի Մոնաշ Համալսարանի, Քաղաքականութեան և Միջազգային Յարաբերութիւններու աւագ դասախօս Տր Զարեհ Ղազարեանի հետ: Հարցազրոյցի գլխաւոր նիւթն է աւստրալիական ներկայ քաղաքականութիւնը:

Welcome to the first episode of the Cross Border Politics Podcast. In todays episode we talk about the sudden and not so unexpected resignation of Conservative Party of Canada Leader Andrew Scheer. And potential leadership contenders.

Political instability is rattling countries across Latin America, pushing millions of migrants to head north in search of a better future. Ian Bremmer examines that dynamic and interviews Moises Naím, a syndicated Venezuelan columnist who used to run Foreign Policy magazine. Subscribe to the GZERO World with Ian Bremmer Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your preferred podcast platform, to receive new episodes as soon as they're published.

Political instability is rattling countries across Latin America, pushing millions of migrants to head north in search of a better future. Ian Bremmer examines that dynamic and interviews Moises Naím, a syndicated Venezuelan columnist who used to run Foreign Policy magazine.

We reproduce highlights from interviews in our second season of Laborwave. More episodes from Laborwave will be released in the late summer of 2019. Highlights include clips from our interviews with: Marianne Garneau on the Women's Strike. Garneau explains why it is necessary to have specific targets tied to specific demands within a larger strategic plan in order to be effective in any struggle for working class improvements, and how all of these features are absent from the IWS, so far. Shane Burley on Lessons from the Burgerville Workers Union. In addition to lesson from BVWU's victories we discussed the need to rethink labor organizing under late capitalism, where workers no longer self-identify with particular forms of industry and precarious labor is the norm. BVWU's successes in some ways points to the need to re-embrace as Shane says, "19th century unionism" in the 21st century. Hillary Lazar on Border Politics and Antifascism. Our interview focused on Hillary Lazar's essay, Connecting Our Struggles: Border Politics, Antifascism, and Lessons from the Trials of Ferrero, Sallito, and Graham published in Perspectives on Anarchist Theory (n.30). The piece focuses on the lost history of anarchist editors and supporters of the periodical Man! who were swept up in an anti-immigrant and anti-anarchist political reaction during the early part of the 20th century in the United States. The piece uses this case study to explore connections and continuations of anti-immigrant policies of today and how such policies bolster the repression of political dissent. adrienne maree brown on Pleasure Activism. How do we make social justice the most pleasurable human experience? How can we awaken within ourselves desires that make it impossible to settle for anything less than a fulfilling life? Author and editor adrienne maree brown finds the answer in something she calls “pleasure activism,” a politics of healing and happiness that explodes the dour myth that changing the world is just another form of work. Drawing on the black feminist tradition, she challenges us to rethink the ground rules of activism. Her mindset-altering essays are interwoven with conversations and insights from other feminist thinkers, including Audre Lorde, Joan Morgan, Cara Page, Sonya Renee Taylor, and Alexis Pauline Gumbs. Together they cover a wide array of subjects—from sex work to climate change, from race and gender to sex and drugs—building new narratives about how politics can feel good and how what feels good always has a complex politics of its own. AK Thompson on Premonitions: Selected Essays on the Culture of Revolt. Our clip focuses on his essay discussing leftist critiques of Avatar and how they failed to also use the limitations of the movie and its popularity as opportunities for radical organizing. Bill Fletcher, Jr. on Social Justice Unionism.Fletcher Jr discusses the need for "social justice unionism" in a post-Janus United States. Workers are becoming increasingly atomized in the US, and the state continues to rollback any investments into the reproductive labor that stitches society together. The moment, as Fletcher Jr states, that organized labor can seize for victory is almost over. We might not get another moment. What role do teachers strikes, worker-owned businesses, and housing cooperatives play in seizing this current moment? How do the rank and file push labor leadership to understand that we cannot continue doing "business as usual" despite not being knocked out by Janus right away?

Last week, President Trump announced that he would stop sending financial aid to Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador, the countries of origin of many of the migrants attempting to cross the U.S.-Mexico border. Trump’s announcement contradicts accepted wisdom that foreign aid decreases migration, and comes as Trump is threatening to close the southern border as a matter of national security. Jonathan Blitzer, who recently reported on migration from Guatemala, joins Dorothy Wickenden to discuss Trump’s immigration policies and how climate change is giving his Administration even more to worry about.

We spoke with writer and activist Hillary Lazar on the connections between border politics and antifascism, applying intersectional frameworks to movement organizing, and pushing beyond "bread & butter" unionism toward liberatory unionism. Our talk begins with a conversation about Hillary Lazar's recent essay, Connecting Our Struggles: Border Politics, Antifascism, and Lessons from the Trials of Ferrero, Sallito, and Graham published in Perspectives on Anarchist Theory (n.30). The piece focuses on the lost history of anarchist editors and supporters of the periodical Man! who were swept up in an anti-immigrant and anti-anarchist political reaction during the early part of the 20th century in the United States. The piece uses this case study to explore connections and continuations of anti-immigrant policies of today and how such policies bolster the repression of political dissent. In the second half of our conversation we focused on the current labor organizing Hillary has been doing with graduate student workers at the University of Pittsburgh. She explains why applying an intersectional framework to labor organizing, as well as other forms of organizing, is necessary for building toward a liberatory society. Hillary Lazar is a doctoral candidate in Sociology at the University of Pittsburgh, where she teaches about social movements, gender, power and resistance through an anarchist lens. Hillary has been published in Perspectives on Anarchist Theory, contributed a chapter to Anarchism: A Conceptual Approach (2018), and has worked on several other book projects. She is a collective member of the Big Idea Bookstore, a content editor for Agency: An Anarchist PR Project, instructor for the Institute for Advanced Troublemaking, and is involved in graduate student worker organizing. Institute for Anarchist Studies (publisher of Perspectives on Anarchist Theory) www.anarchiststudies.org Institute for Advanced Trouble-Making https://advancedtroublemaking.wordpress.com/ AK Press www.akpress.org Agency: An Anarchist PR Project https://www.anarchistagency.com/ Big Idea Bookstore http://thebigideapgh.org/

Local News Chat with Karen Schneider, Oshkosh Herald (0:00)Your Take on Gov't Shutdown, Border Battle, Packers Coach (20:30)The Professors on Shutdown and Central American History (1:00:55)The Takeaway: Overcoming Objections While Making Change (1:34:00)

Trump touts fear over fact to rally supporters in cross-country campaign blitz; David Axelrod and David Drucker analyze crucial races in MT, FL, and GA; Will Trump's immigration rhetoric backfire with suburban voters?; A reformed white supremacist on how the heated political climate plays into hate and extremism; Political theater at the border; Alec Baldwin charged with assault in parking lot dispute

How has Donald Trump capitalized on the politics of the border during his election and presidency? In this podcast, Melissa Milewski and Sam Solomon, lecturers at the University of Sussex, interview the founders of the Southwest Political Report, Dr. Irene Sanchez and Matt Sedillo, to discuss Trump and the Southwest. They discuss why Trump focused on immigration and the border during the 2016 election and how Trump's use of the Southwest fits into how local and national politicians have used it in the past. Sanchez and Sedillo also discuss the history and context behind Trump's Southwest policies, including the recently ended policy of separating families at the border.

Back after a short break, Not A Knife has another bumper episode. First up - a rundown of what #AUSgust is and the different themes of the month dedicated to Australian cinema. Then, an interview with Border Politics director Judy Rymer and Human Rights Barrister Julian Burnside. After those bumper segments are two quick segments on Elefant Traks and their 20th anniversary parties, as well as Behrouz Boocahni's book No Friend But the Mountains. The links mentioned in this episode:The AUSgust theme lineupBorder Politics reviewElefant Traks 20th Anniversary informationBehrouz Boochani's The Guardian articles: here and hereBuy No Friend But the Mountains hereAustralian Border Deaths DatabaseCheck out other great shows on the Auscast Network here.Support The Curb on Patreon.Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurbAUTwitter: https://www.twitter.com/TheCurbAUWebsite: https://www.TheCurb.com.auIf you want to get in touch, send an email to TheCurbAU@gmail.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Back after a short break, Not A Knife has another bumper episode. First up - a rundown of what #AUSgust is and the different themes of the month dedicated to Australian cinema. Then, an interview with Border Politics director Judy Rymer and Human Rights Barrister Julian Burnside. After those bumper segments are two quick segments on Elefant Traks and their 20th anniversary parties, as well as Behrouz Boocahni's book No Friend But the Mountains.  The links mentioned in this episode: The AUSgust theme lineup Border Politics review Elefant Traks 20th Anniversary information Behrouz Boochani's The Guardian articles: here and here Buy No Friend But the Mountains here Australian Border Deaths Database Check out other great shows on the Auscast Network here. Support The Curb on Patreon. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheCurbAU Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/TheCurbAU Website: https://www.TheCurb.com.au If you want to get in touch, send an email to TheCurbAU@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Cecilia, Lewis and Rachele jumped on the mics to talk Mama Mia! Here We Go Again, Equalizer 2, The Gospel According to Andr, Border Politics, more about the Scandinavian Film Festival as well as a big trip to tangent city thanks to some interesting Indonesian traditions and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.

Julian Burnside talks about his journey around the world looking at how other countries are dealing with refugees documented in the new film Border Politics.

Border Politics - Julian Burnside talks about the new film Border Politics and the issue of refugees.Ararat Scared Tree UpdateTribute to Eurydice Nixon - a heart felt tribute by her friends in the comedy screen who were at the Left Green Comedy Debate.this is the Week that Was - the full episode of the this weeks episode.The Banks - Humprey McQueen looks at the banks full text 

7.00am: Acknowledgement of country7.02: News – activists from WACA found not guilty ; Youth in the USA fighting for their lives;7.15: Interview with Sivarajan Arumugam, secretary of Part Socialis Malaysia about upcoming elections on 9th May7.30: News from GLW newspaper – renewable energy in NSW ; XXXX Beer factory workers out on strike in Brisbane; International news from Ethiopia; USA gun trade kills more people overseas; The killings in Palestine; Rail workers on strike in France;  Banning people with drug records to cause more problems;8.00am: Activists Caledar8.10am: Interview with Barrister Julian Burnside re the International opening of the film “Border Politics” to be shown at the Human Rights Arts and film festival 3rd-17th May; tickets on line

Anushka Asthana is joined by Andrew Lilico, Polly Toynbee, Brian Klaas and Brendan Cox to discuss outrage at President Trump's sharing of anti-Muslim videos. Plus RTE's Tony Connelly on the Irish border and Brexit. Please support our work and help us keep the world informed. To fund us, go to https://www.theguardian.com/give/podcast

From building walls, to stopping boats, to attempts to ‘trade’ refugees between countries, we are witnessing unprecedented efforts by national governments to externalise their borders, absolving rich countries of their international obligations, and often shifting the burden to poorer countries. Our panel will examine the current policies of the United States and Australia and offer observations about the implications of such policies – for those who cannot move, for those who remain unprotected, and for those who try to respond. The panel will be preceded by a photography exhibition featuring the work of Syrians living the ‘Trapped In/Pushed Out’ experience, curated by Maher Jamous, a Syrian producer and filmmaker who fled Syria in 2012. SPEAKERS: - Professor David FitzGerald, Professor of Sociology, University of California San Diego
 - Graham Thom, Refugee Coordinator, Amnesty International
 - Michelle Peterie, PhD candidate (Sociology), University of Sydney
 - Behrouz Boochani, journalist, currently in detention on Manus Island - Dr Omid Tofighian, Senior Project Officer, National Centre for Cultural Competence, University of Sydney
 Presented by Sydney Ideas on 12 April 2017 http://sydney.edu.au/sydney_ideas/lectures/2017/border_politics_US_Australia_forum.shtml

On this week's TribCast, Emily talks with Ross, Patrick and Alexa about Hillary Clinton's small but symbolic Texas ad buy, our yearlong Bordering on Insecurity project and state leaders' inability to totally defund Planned Parenthood.