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Follow me @samirkaji for my thoughts on the venture market, with a focus on the continued evolution of the VC landscape.Welcome to another episode of Venture Unlocked. In this episode, I had the pleasure of welcoming Villi Iltchev, founder and managing partner of Category Ventures. Villi has had a long history in tech, both in operating roles at companies like Box and Lifelock, as well as investing roles at August Capital and Two Sigma, where he departed in 2024 to launch Category Ventures.We covered a lot of ground in our conversation, including his inspiration for starting a new firm and the experiences that informed his true north. We also spoke about the fragmentation of the market and what it means to win in early-stage investing in a heavily crowded market of dedicated seed funds & larger funds who are active in see and Series A. I really enjoyed the authenticity of the conversation and hope you do as well.About Villi IltchevVilli Iltchev is the Founder and Managing Partner of Category Ventures, an early-stage venture firm focused on backing category-defining enterprise software companies. With over two decades of experience as both an operator and investor, Villi has held leadership roles at Box, LifeLock, and Salesforce, where he led investments and acquisitions in companies like HubSpot, MuleSoft, Gusto, and Zapier. As a General Partner at August Capital and later at Two Sigma Ventures, he backed standout startups like GitLab—turning a $20M investment into over $900M in returns. Originally from Bulgaria, Villi brings a global perspective and a founder-first mindset to every partnership.Category Ventures is an early-stage venture firm founded in 2024 by veteran investor Villi Iltchev, focused on backing category-defining enterprise software startups. With a $160M debut fund, the firm invests in pre-seed and seed-stage companies across infrastructure, dev tools, AI, and applications. Drawing on Iltchev's track record—including early investments in GitLab, Zapier, and Gusto—Category Ventures brings deep technical and go-to-market expertise to help founders build enduring businesses. Their approach centers on hands-on support and founder-first partnership to shape the future of enterprise software.In this episode, we discuss:* Villi's Background and Journey (1:50)* Lessons from Venture Capital Firms (5:35)* Market Fragmentation in Venture Capital (8:47)* Flexible Investment Strategy (12:24)* Challenges with Traditional VC Models (13:26)* Product Market Fit and Founder Support (17:35)* Counterpoints on Large VC Firms (21:40)* Winning in Venture Capital (24:07)* Kindness and Community (26:24)* Components of Success (30:00)* Decision-Making Process (33:21)* Intellectual Honesty in Investments (36:16)* The Role of Fresh Perspectives (40:08)* Acting on Great Ideas and Final Thoughts (42:27)I'd love to know what you took away from this conversation with Villi. Follow me @SamirKaji and give me your insights and questions with the hashtag #ventureunlocked. If you'd like to be considered as a guest or have someone you'd like to hear from (GP or LP), drop me a direct message on X. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit ventureunlocked.substack.com

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Ralph welcomes back Erica Payne, founder of Patriotic Millionaires, to update us on that group's latest efforts to save American democracy by lobbying to raise wages for workers and tax the rich. Plus, according to our resident constitutional expert, Bruce Fein, the count of Trump's impeachable offenses is now up to twenty-two and rising faster than a Space X rocket.Erica Payne is the founder and president of Patriotic Millionaires, an organization of high-net-worth individuals that aims to restructure America's political economy to suit the needs of all Americans. Their work includes advocating for a highly progressive tax system, a livable minimum wage, and equal political representation for all citizens. She is the co-author, with Morris Pearl, of Tax the Rich: How Lies, Loopholes and Lobbyists Make the Rich Even Richer.What we saw on January 20th, I believe, was the result of a global oligarchical coup who just took the Queen on the chessboard. When you've got three people whose combined worth is around a trillion dollars standing behind who is an unethical at least, criminal at worst billionaire president, Houston, we have a problem here. And the problem is not actually Donald Trump. The problem is the preconditions that led to the rise of a vulnerability to an authoritarian leader and an oligarchy. And that vulnerability was brought about by the actions of both parties over decades.Erica PayneIf you ran a business, Ralph, would you ever fire your accounts receivable department? No. It would be the last department you would cut. So then it says he's either stupid because that's what he's cutting, which I think is probably inaccurate. So if he's not stupid, then why is he doing it? And he's doing it for the same reason that lawmakers have hacked at the IRS budget forever—they don't want their donors to get taxed. They don't want their donors to be audited. And so they cut the cops. So all these folks who are griping about black Americans calling to defund the police are actually defunding the police that is keeping them in line and keeping them honest.Erica PayneAt a divided moment in America, I think we can agree that the federal government shouldn't tax people into poverty, and (to the extent necessary) rich people should pick up the difference.Erica PayneBruce Fein is a Constitutional scholar and an expert on international law. Mr. Fein was Associate Deputy Attorney General under Ronald Reagan and he is the author of Constitutional Peril: The Life and Death Struggle for Our Constitution and Democracy, and American Empire: Before the Fall.I start out with the fundamental idea of due process—you simply cannot deprive someone of liberty without giving them an opportunity to explain or to refute what allegations the government has made. And the reason why I start out with that, Ralph, is we've had an experiment in World War II with what happens when you have no due process. We did that with 120,000 Japanese Americans. No, we just said that they're all likely to commit espionage or sabotage, got to put them in concentration camps. We made 120,000 errors (and later apologized for it in 1988). So there's a reason due process is not simply an academic concept. It's essential to preventing these kinds of egregious instances of injustice from happening.Bruce FeinThe Democrats and a lot of liberal economists are not keeping up with the horror show that's going on. They don't use words like cruel and vicious. They don't turn Trump's words like deranged, crazed, corrupt on him. They're still using words like authoritarian practices, or problematic, or distressing, or disconcerting, or concerning. They're not catching up with the horror show here. That's why Trump continues to have a soliloquy. The Democratic Party is now having gatherings to see how are they going to collectively deal with Trump? How does a bank deal with a bank robber? They let the bank robber rob the bank and flee with the gold while they deliberate how they're going to deal with a bank robber they see coming into the bank?Ralph NaderNews 5/2/251. At the eleventh hour, Representative Jim Jordan – Chair of the House Judiciary Committee – pulled his measure to strip the Federal Trade Commission of its antitrust enforcement powers and consolidate those within the Justice Department, Reuters reports. “The House panel…had included the proposal in its budget package on Monday. During a hearing on the package…the committee passed an amendment that would remove the measure.” Trump's FTC Chairman Andrew Ferguson opposed Jordan's move and intervened with the White House. As Reuters notes, “The proposal mirrored the One Agency Act, a Republican bill that has gotten support from Elon Musk…[which] would effectively repeal the FTC's...authority to sue companies over unfair methods of competition, which the agency is using in cases against pharmacy benefit managers, Amazon…and John Deere.” In short, the FTC's antitrust powers survive today, but there is no guarantee about tomorrow.2. Yet, while avoiding the worst possible outcome on the corporate crime front, the Trump administration is still hard at work going soft on corporate crooks. Public Citizen's Rick Claypool reports “Two Wells Fargo execs had their fines reduced by 90% (related to the bank's accounting scandal) by Trump's [Office of the Comptroller of the Currency].” Claypool links to a piece in Radical Compliance, which explains that “David Julian, former chief auditor at Wells Fargo, saw his fines cut from $7 million to $100,000 [and] Paul McLinko, executive audit director, had his fines cut from $1.5 million to $50,000.” Both Julian and McLinko were part of the senior leadership team at Wells Fargo in the 2010s, when regulators “charged the bank with turning a blind eye to employees opening bank accounts without customer consent to hit sales quotas. That misconduct eventually led to a $3 billion settlement with Wells Fargo in 2020.”3. Lest you think the Democrats are in danger of seriously opposing Trump's policies, the Bulwark reports that House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries is putting the kibosh on the recent spate of Democrats' trips to El Salvador exposing the reality of the CECOT deportation scheme. This report alleges that “Cory Booker and the Hispanic Caucus were planning on going [to El Salvador],” but are no longer. Perhaps worse, Jeffries is not giving clear marching orders to the party rank and file. One Democrat is quoted saying “As a member of a party you need to be disciplined…They say, ‘Get on a plane,' ‘Don't get on a plane'—that's what you do. Nine out ten times you do what they ask. But you can't take that approach if you're not having regular communications… You have to be clear in messaging what the plan is and you have to do that regularly if you want to keep people in line.” This is just another example of Jeffries' weak and indecisive leadership of the caucus.4. Advocates are having more luck resisting the administration's overreach in court. On Wednesday, Mohsen Mahdawi – the Columbia student faced with deportation after being lured into an ICE trap with the false promise of a citizenship test – was freed by a federal judge, POLITICO reports. After the judge ordered his release, Mahdawi told the press “I am saying it clear and loud…To President Trump and his Cabinet: I am not afraid of you.” Mahdawi's ordeal is not over, but he will remain free while his case winds its way through the courts and a previous order blocked the administration from changing venues, meaning the case will proceed in the relatively liberal Second Circuit.5. Mahmoud Khalil also scored a major legal victory this week. The Huffington Post reports that the ICE agents sent to arrest Khalil did not, contrary to their false claims in court, have an arrest warrant. Amy Greer, a lawyer for Khalil, is quoted saying “Today, we now know why [the government] never showed Mahmoud [a] warrant — they didn't have one. This is clearly yet another desperate attempt by the Trump administration to justify its unlawful arrest and detention of human rights defender Mahmoud Khalil, who is now, by the government's own tacit admission, a political prisoner of the United States.” The ACLU, also defending Khalil, has now moved for this case to be dismissed.6. Despite these victories though, the repression of anything pro-Palestine continues. At Yale, Prem Thakker reports hundreds of students protested in advance of a speech by Itamar Ben-Gvir, Israel's radical National Security Minister who has previously been arrested many times for inciting racism and supporting pro-Jewish terrorism in Israel itself. Yet the university responded by “stripp[ing] the school's Students for Justice in Palestine Chapter…of its status as an official student group.” If students cannot even protest Ben-Gvir, what will the colleges regard as legitimate protest of Israel?7. In Yemen, Ryan Grim reports on CounterPoints that the Trump administration has been targeting strikes against the Houthis using data gleaned from amateur Open-Source Intelligence or OSINT accounts on X, formerly Twitter. Unsurprisingly, these are completely inaccurate and have led to disastrous strikes on civilians' homes, incorrectly identifying them as “Houthi bases.” One of these accounts is based in Houston, Texas, and another as far away as the Netherlands.8. According to a new World Bank report, Mexico reduced poverty more than any other Latin American country between 2018 and 2023. Not coincidentally, this lines up almost perfectly with the AMLO years in Mexico, which saw a massive increase in the Mexican minimum wage along with other social rights and protections. These policies are now being taken forward by AMLO's successor Claudia Sheinbaum, whose popularity has now surpassed even that of her predecessor, per Bloomberg.9. In Australia, Virginia Giuffre – the most outspoken accuser of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislane Maxwell – has passed away at the age of 41, the BBC reports. Police concluded that Ms. Giuffre died by suicide and her family released a statement indicating that the “toll of abuse... became unbearable.” Yet, her death was preceded by a bizarre chain of events. On March 31st, the BBC reported that Ms. Giuffre's car collided with a school bus, sending her into renal failure with her doctors saying she had “four days to live.” The Miami Herald also reported “At the time of her death, Giuffre had been in a contentious divorce and child custody battle with her husband, Robert.” The family's statement continued “The death is being investigated by Major Crime detectives; [but] early indication is the death is not suspicious.” One can only hope more details come to light.10. Finally, in a different kind of bizarre story, embattled incumbent New York City Mayor Eric Adams – who has already given up on the Democratic primary and was running for reelection as an independent – will now appear on two new ballot lines “EndAntiSemitism” and “Safe&Affordable,” POLITICO reports. Adams has gone to great lengths to cultivate and maintain his support in the Orthodox Jewish community in New York and is seeking to highlight his strengths and undercut former Governor Andrew Cuomo. Apparently, Adams only needs to secure 3,750 signatures from voters by May 27 for each of these ballot lines, a shockingly low threshold for the largest city in America. These ballot lines will appear without spaces, coming in just under the wire for the city's 15-character limit on ballot lines.This has been Francesco DeSantis, with In Case You Haven't Heard. Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe

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Join Matt Lewis as he sits down with Ryan Grim, reporter at Drop Site News, author of We've Got People, and cohost of Counter Points, to unpack Bernie Sanders and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's explosive "Fighting Oligarchy" tour. With 30,000 people turning out in Denver, what does this massive rally mean for the future of the Democratic Party? We dive into the resurgence of populist energy, Bernie's unshakable authenticity, AOC's rising star status, and why young voters are flocking to their message. From class warfare to the pitfalls of "woke" politics, we explore whether this movement is too little too late — or the key to taking on Trump's billionaire-backed GOP. Could Bernie still be the answer, or is a new outsider like Sean Fain or Marie Gluesenkamp Perez ready to step up? Topics Covered: -- The 30,000-strong Denver rally and its implications -- Bernie's populist appeal vs. AOC's identity politics challenge -- Why Democrats lost the working class — and how they might win it back -- Elon Musk, billionaires, and the new case for class consciousness -- Rising stars and the future of the party*** Get Ryan's book 'We've Got People' https://www.amazon.com/Weve-Got-People-Jackson-Movement/dp/1947492381 and follow his work at DropSite News and Counterpoints! Like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more political deep dives! Support "Matt Lewis & The News" at Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mattlewisFollow Matt Lewis & Cut Through the Noise:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MattLewisDCTwitter: https://twitter.com/mattklewisInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattklewis/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCVhSMpjOzydlnxm5TDcYn0A– Who is Matt Lewis? –Matt K. Lewis is a political commentator and the author of Filthy Rich Politicians.Buy Matt's book: https://www.amazon.com/Filthy-Rich-Politicians-Creatures-Ruling-Class/dp/1546004416Copyright © 2024, BBL & BWL, LLC

Journalist and political commentator Emily Jashisnky, host of Undercurrents and co-host of Counterpoints, is a 31-year-old Evangelical Christian from Wisconsin. She's also (for my money) one of the sanest, smartest, and most principled voices in the information landscape these days. In this conversation, we talk about Emily's philosophical and political roots, her college years during the height of the woke era, and her thoughts about the state of the Republican party (she considers herself a conservative but not a Republican), the perils and promise of the Trump agenda, and what's driving Elon Musk—not to mention keeping him awake. Emily Jashinsky is an American journalist based in Washington, D.C. She is the D.C. Correspondent at UnHerd and co-host of the show "Counter Points" with Ryan Grim on the Breaking Points channel, a Top 10 Politics podcast. Housekeeping  Listen to my recent audio essays about the Los Angeles wildfires and (moving right along) the state of public discourse in the new Trump era.  Read my recent essay in The New York Times about accepting help.  Pre-order my new book The Catastrophe Hour: Selected Essays (which is unrelated to the current catastrophe). Either from you-know-where or (even better) directly from the publisher, Notting Hill Editions.  Visit The Unspeakable on YouTube.  The Unspeakeasy has new retreats for 2025. We'll be in Texas, New York, Los Angeles, and beyond. Join The Unspeakeasy, my community for freethinking women.

A discussion of Ben's Stratechery article AI Promises and Chip Precariousness, including basic geography and evolving geopolitical considerations informing today's Taiwan tensions, the recent history of US policy surrounding chips, considerations for US policies going forward, and various concerns with lifting the chip ban and implementing stricter controls on chipmaking equipment.

This week Magnum & Izzo discuss why UAP-Drones are seemingly everywhere. Drones over New Jersey? New Jersey UAP? EPISODE 133.5.2 OF THE SWERVE PODCAST ↩️

In this special episode, Fozia Ismail and Ayan Cilmi from the feminist art collective Dhaqan Collective join EMPIRE LINES live at the Eden Project in Cornwall, alongside artists Kaajal Modi and Sovay Berriman, and environmental humanities lecturer Jim Scown, to discuss Somali cultural heritage in the face of climate crises. In the last few decades, Somali nomadic lives have been endangered by environmental degradation, civil war, and displacement. Created in 1960 from a former British protectorate and an Italian colony, the country collapsed into 30 years of conflict following the overthrow of the military regime of President Siad Barre in 1991. Working with diasporic communities in Bristol, the Dhaqan Collective seek to find ways of building imaginative futures that support Somali people both in the UK and in East Africa. They use everyday materials, from cassette tapes and camel meats, to milk teas, foods, and textiles, to create spaces of community and healing that centre the range of experiences across generations. Dhaqan discuss their ‘creative ecology' of work, travelling to contexts from the Southbank Centre in London, to the Isle of Portland in Dorset. We connect with Kaajal Modi, whose practice of ‘embodied listening' intersperses field recordings from British waterways with migration stories and reflections from marginalised communities. Based in Cornwall, Sovay Berriman mines the politics of place embedded in their work, relating to Cornish nationalisms, and working-class identities. We discuss different perceptions of women, mothers, and elders, crossing from Kaajal's particular Ugandan Asian community, to conventional arts institutions, exploring questions of collection and restitution. Plus, Jim Scown shares his research at the intersections of soils, science, and literature. This episode was recorded live at Interweaving Threads of Migration and Climate Justice - a weekend of talks and events at the Eden Project in Cornwall, exploring the power of audio and oral storytelling in cultural preservation - in September 2024: edenproject.com/visit/whats-on/interweaving-threads-of-migration-and-climate-justice Both Dhaqan Collective's House of Weaving Songs, and Kaajal Modi's Songs of the Water, will travel to Journeys Festival 2024 in Leicester from from 11 October 2024, supported by Art Reach and Counterpoints Arts. For more about b-side Festival 2024, read my article about Mohammad Barrangi in gowithYamo: gowithyamo.com/blog/mohammad-barrangi-b-side-festival Listen back to the talk from Reclaim Festival 2024 with Serge Attukweh Clottey on the EMPIRE LINES podcast, in the episode on Noko Y3 Dzen (There's Something in the World (2018-Now): pod.link/1533637675/episode/8093f81c6a2eaaf7589bb73768e2a20c And catch up on Instagram: instagram.com/p/C3pslhaI_P7/?igsh=bnJ1b2dsNHE5czk1 Find out more about Acts of Gathering with curators Misha Curson and Hannah Hooks in the episode on Learning from Artemisia, Uriel Orlow and Orchestre Jeunes Étoiles des Astres (2019-2020): pod.link/1533637675/episode/0e8ab778b4ce1ad24bc15df3fec5a386 Hear Professor Paul Gilroy live in conversation at The Black Atlantic Symposium in Plymouth (2023): ⁠pod.link/1533637675/episode/90a9fc4efeef69e879b7b77e79659f3f⁠ And for more cassette tapes, hear Dr. Mohamed Shafeeq Karinkurayil sound out migration between post-colonial Kerala and the Arab Gulf, through S. A. Jameel's Dubai Kathu Pattu (Dubai Letter Song) (1977): pod.link/1533637675/episode/417429b5c504842ddbd3c82b07f7b0f8

Ryan and Emily are joined by journalist Michael Tracey and RFK Field Director Jeff Hutt to debate RFK Jr endorsing Trump. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Grim, co-founder of Drop Site News, co-host of the "Counterpoints" podcast, and author of many books, including The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution (Henry Holt and Co., 2023), discusses Vice President Kamala Harris's foreign policy objectives based on her speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention held in Chicago last week, what she's expressed on the campaign trail and her work as vice president in the Biden administration.

A closer look at how some progressives are viewing Vice President Harris's stance on Israel and Gaza.On Today's Show:Ryan Grim, co-founder of Drop Site News, co-host of the "Counterpoints" podcast, and author of many books, including The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution (Henry Holt and Co., 2023), discusses Kamala Harris's foreign policy objectives in the Middle East  based on her speech at the 2024 Democratic National Convention held in Chicago last week, what she's expressed on the campaign trail, and her work as vice president in the Biden administration.

Ryan debates Oren Cass, the Executive Director of the American Compass, on Immigration, Biden, and the economy. Oren Cass: https://x.com/oren_cass To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: www.breakingpoints.com Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Emily are joined by Sam Geduldig and Brody Mullins to discuss how lobbying influences US policy. Brody Mullin's Book: https://www.amazon.com/Wolves-Street-Secret-History-Government/dp/1982120592 Sam Geduldig: https://cgcn.com/team-members/sam-geduldig/ Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(6:41) How Has Lobbying Changed?(19:29) How Do Special Interests Affect Elections?(22:53) Populism and Lobbying(34:36) Is Lobbying a Good Thing?(46:11) Media's Role In Lobbying(54:14) Republican vs Democrat Spending(1:13:21) Post-Debate ConversationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Emily host a debate on Marijuana legalization between author of "Smokescreen" Kevin A. Sabet and Jonathan Lubecky a 12-year retiree of the U.S. Armed Forces. Jonathan Lubecky: https://www.lubeckysd.com/ Kevin A. Sabet: https://smokescreenbook.com/ To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The military force of the People's Republic of China (PRC), the People's Liberation Army (PLA), is the largest standing army in the world. However, the United States maintains the highest military expenditure in the world. How can Americans evaluate whether the U.S. or Chinese military is bigger?  In an interview conducted on April 15, 2024, Isaac Kardon discusses the comparative capabilities of the PLA and U.S. militaries, and how strategists evaluate the threat the PLA holds towards American territories.  U.S.-China Counterpoints explores common perspectives on the U.S.-China relationship held by those in both countries. Guided by leading experts, this series examines the facts behind common viewpoints, and the details that shape U.S.-China relations behind the headlines.  About the speaker: https://www.ncuscr.org/video/pla-us-military Follow Isaac Kardon on X: @IBKardon Subscribe to the National Committee on YouTube for video of this interview. Follow us on Twitter (@ncuscr) and Instagram (@ncuscr).

Ryan and Emily host a debate on free speech at college campus protests between Glenn Greenwald and Ilya Shapiro.Glenn Greenwald: https://twitter.com/ggreenwaldIlya Shapiro: https://twitter.com/ishapiro To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Emily host a debate on Israel Palestine with politics streamer Destiny and political analyst Omar Baddar. They debate campus protests, Israel's conduct in the war, safe zones, history of the conflict, the Great March of Return, and more. Omar Baddar: https://twitter.com/OmarBaddar Destiny: https://twitter.com/TheOmniLiberal To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show AD FREE, uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/   Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At the height of the Cold War, the United States made a bold political gamble to engage with an underdeveloped and politically isolated China. Engagement policy transformed not only the Cold War political landscape, but the trajectory of history: China is now one of the largest and most powerful economies in the world, and is widely considered by Americans to be a rival.   In this new era of U.S.-China relations, “engagement” has become a target for criticism in American political circles. Does it deserve this reputation? In an interview recorded on December 12, 2023, Diana Fu and Yun Sun discuss the legacy of engagement policy and what lessons Americans can learn from the past five decades of relations with China.  U.S.-China Counterpoints explores common perspectives on the U.S.-China relationship held by those in both countries. Guided by leading experts, this series examines the facts behind common viewpoints, and the details that shape U.S.-China relations behind the headlines.  About the speakers: https://www.ncuscr.org/video/counterpoints-engagement/ Follow Diana Fu on X: @dianafutweets Subscribe to the National Committee on YouTube for video of this interview. Follow us on Twitter (@ncuscr) and Instagram (@ncuscr).

Academy Award-winning actress and comedic talent, Mo'Nique, has stirred up the internet waves with a series of bold statements. Recently, she sat down for an engaging conversation on the podcast 'Club Shay Shay.' She did not shy away when she pointed out the differential treatment that exists in Hollywood. It was strongly implied that had her skin color been white, her fame could have been even more pronounced. This highly accomplished entertainer and creative force – Mo'Nique – first gained significant recognition with her powerful performance in a gripping drama, 'Precious,' released in 2009. The deeply impactful role earned her the coveted Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, further solidifying her position in the annals of film and entertainment. The talented actress also carved out her own space on the small screen with 'The Mo'Nique Show,' which aired from 2009 to 2011. This vibrant and energetic talk show showcased her dynamic versatility and allowed audiences to experience her wide range of talents on a regular basis. Apart from her definitive Oscar-winning performance, Mo'Nique has received accolades from different entertainment platforms. She bagged an Emmy nomination for her deeply nuanced representation of the iconic blues singer, Ma Rainey, in the much-lauded HBO biopic, 'Bessie', released in 2015. In addition to her acting endeavors and television presence, Mo'Nique is also a noted name in the world of humor. She was recognized by the Recording Academy in 2002, earning a Grammy nod in the Best Comedy Album category. This nomination was an affirmation of her elasticity as a performer, tapping into her comedic roots. Mo'Nique has also chimed in on the experiences of fellow actresses in the industry. She highlighted the career of actress McCarthy, who featured in CBS's sitcom 'Mike and Molly' for an impressive run of six seasons. McCarthy's talent and persistent hard work were eventually rewarded with an Emmy for Outstanding Actress in a Comedy Series. McCarthy managed to display her talent on the silver screen as well, earning two Academy Award nominations for her roles in films. These include the comedic saga 'Bridesmaids' and the intimate character study 'Can You Ever Forgive Me?' Counterpoints like these offer a stark look at the landscape of awards and recognition within the industry. Mo'Nique didn't hold back in placing her disappointments on record. She mentioned an instance with comedian Kevin Hart where a professional commitment wasn't fulfilled. She expressed her dismay regarding Hart's inability (or choosing not) to collaborate on fresh content, a promise she insists was made to her. Interestingly, this isn't the first time Mo'Nique has publicly pointed to industry unkept promises. Prior to Hart, Mo'Nique had been vocal about her strained relationship with director Tyler Perry. She believes the lack of collaboration stems from this earlier public disagreement. Adding more to the list of her criticisms, Mo'Nique also shared her sentiments regarding the media mogul, Oprah Winfrey. According to Mo'Nique, she experienced a betrayal of trust when Winfrey conducted interviews with her family on sensitive past incidents. Mo'Nique implies that Oprah delved into a deeply personal and traumatic aspect of her past– the alleged sexual abuse she experienced as a child. This was done without any prior consultation or consent, leaving Mo'Nique feeling exposed and betrayed. The dirt that swirled up from this series of revelations has left fans and followers in a cloud of confusion and skepticism. The spotlight has turned ominously onto the shadow cast by these industry titans. It's clear that the entertainment landscape isn't as glossy or radiant as it's often portrayed to be. Despite all these controversies and setbacks, Mo'Nique remains a potent voice in Hollywood. Her willingness to confront, articulate, and expose systemic problems has put her on the radar of many who care deeply about fairness and integrity within the business. Wariness peppered with admiration is a common sentiment when her name is mentioned. As the discourse continues, it undeniably brings about an opportunity for serious reflection within the entertainment industry. By contemplating the veracity and impact of the issues highlighted by Mo'Nique, Hollywood might indeed become more receptive to change, ensuring a more balanced and supportive environment for all artists, irrespective of their background. Real News Now Follow Real News Now on Social Media Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RealNewsNowApp/ X Twitter: https://twitter.com/realnewsapp Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/realnews/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@realnewsnowapp Threads: https://www.threads.net/@realnews/ Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@RealNews YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@realnewsnowapp End Wokeness: https://endthewokeness.com/?ref=fbc Video: https://youtu.be/sg5RtTBMci8  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of "The Federalist Radio Hour," Ryan Grim, D.C. Bureau Chief at The Intercept and the co-host of "Counter Points," joins Federalist Culture Editor Emily Jashinsky to dissect the rise of the progressive left and analyze the evolution of Democrat fundraising strategies. You can find Grim's book "The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution" here.If you care about combatting the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage on our country, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.

00:00 - Intro  04:38 - Opening Thoughts on the win and Game Recap  23:13 - Ballers 29:27 - Fallout and Counterpoints to 8 Win Propaganda  Enjoy the What's Bruin Show Network!Multiple shows to entertain you on one feed:Support WBS at Patreon.com/WhatsBruinShow for just $2/month and get exclusive content and access to our SLACK channel.Call the What's Bruin Network Hotline at 805-399-4WBS (Suck it Reign of Troy)Get Your WBSN MERCH - Go to our MyLocker Site by Clicking HEREWhat's Bruin Symposium - A conversation about all things Bruin over drinks with Bruin Report Online's @mikeregaladoLA, @wbjake68, Jamaal (@champspapa1015) and Bill.Subscribe to the What's Bruin Symposium at whatsbruin.substack.comEmail us at: whatsbruinshow@gmail.comTweet us at: @whatsbruinshowThe B Team w/ Michael Hanna - Sobering UCLA TalkThe BEAR Minimum - Jake and his Daughter Megan talk about student life and Cal Sports during her first year attending UC Berkeley.Subscribe to The BEAR Minimum at thebearminimum.substack.comEmail us at: wb.bearminimum@gmail.comTweet us at: @WB_BearMinimumWest Coast Bias - LA Sports (mostly Lakers, Dodgers and NFL) with Jamaal and JakeSubscribe to West Coast Bias at wbwestcoastbias.substack.comEmail us at: WB.westcoastbias@gmail.comTweet us at: @WBwestcoastbiasWe are also on YouTube HEREPlease rate and review us on whatever platform you listen on.

Subscribe to The Realignment to access our exclusive Q&A episodes and support the show: https://realignment.supercast.com/REALIGNMENT NEWSLETTER: https://therealignment.substack.com/PURCHASE BOOKS AT OUR BOOKSHOP: https://bookshop.org/shop/therealignmentEmail Us: realignmentpod@gmail.comFoundation for American Innovation: https://www.thefai.org/posts/lincoln-becomes-faiRyan Grim, the Intercept's Washington Bureau Chief, cohost of Counterpoints, and author of The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution, joins The Realignment. Marshall and Ryan discuss the state of the Democratic Party, where the Squad and "the left" fit into the party's coalition, whether political revolution is a valid concept in American politics, and AOC's successes and failures since her surprise 2018 election. 

Dave Greene (The Distributist) joins Counterpoints for a debate / discussion on US migration (legal & not) & what the response should be compared to our current paradigm. SUBSCRIBE ON YOUTUBE ️ BREAKTHERULES.TV FOR MORE!====================================================The Distributist (Dave Greene)https://twitter.com/GreeneMan6https://fiddlersgreene.substack.com/Counterpointshttps://www.youtube.com/@Counterpointshttps://www.counterpoints.gg/Lev Polyakovhttps://twitter.com/LevpoSubstack: https://levslens.com/ http://youtube.com/levpolyakov====================================================FOLLOW BTR:Patreon - https://www.patreon.com/breaktherulesDISCORD: https://discord.gg/hHTNg3MTwitter - http://twitter.com/breakth3rulesInstagram - http://instagram.com/breakth3rulesFacebook - http://facebook.com/breakth3rulesMinds - https://www.minds.com/breaktherulesOdysee - https://odysee.com/@breaktherules:f/liveTwitch - https://www.twitch.tv/breakth3rules/DLive - https://dlive.tv/breakth3rulesBitchute - https://www.bitchute.com/channel/JfUzQfuQpWc0/Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/0yovF9Vo8n1fF1DGlMuWBhApple - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/break-the-rules/id1543233584

Episode 6 of Destination: The Show debates a Top 50 prospect in baseball, previews 2024 Rookie of the Year candidates and why it's more important than ever before, and answers listener questions. 5:50 Emmanuel Rodriguez Debate 7:32 Background Context 10:15 Jeremy's Case 14:09 Jamie's Counterpoints 22:00 Plenty of back-and-forth on-and-off topic 31:02 2024 Rookie of the Year candidates 34:57 Twins 36:20 Cubs 41:00 Brewers 45:00 Take our best shot at a Rookie of the Year next year 49:00 Listener Questions 49:25 Twins potential AFL players 52:52 Brooks Lee and David Festa 2024 outlook 55:50 Last year's pitching haul         

This week the Breaking Points team looks at Partisan hatred reaching all time highs and how we got here, a report showing less than 60% of American homes are owned by someone living in them, millionaires claiming they too feel financially insecure, Counterpoints looks at the controversial kiss from a Spanish Soccer chief, and the Late Night hosts have formed a new podcast during the strike called "Strike Force Five".To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week the Breaking Points team looks at Partisan hatred reaching all time highs and how we got here, a report showing less than 60% of American homes are owned by someone living in them, millionaires claiming they too feel financially insecure, Counterpoints looks at the controversial kiss from a Spanish Soccer chief, and the Late Night hosts have formed a new podcast during the strike called "Strike Force Five". To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ Merch Store: https://shop.breakingpoints.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

081623 MUST LISTEN Susan Kate Discuss Andrew Tate Who Is Behind Him? Points & Counterpoints So GOOD by Kate Dalley

We are joined by LB Muniz, Jean-Francois Gariepy and Conner from Counterpoints to discuss the MOST important social/political question of the day: is RFK Jr a FRIEND or a FED? Join our Patreon: www.patreon.com/2BitPodcast Follow JF: video.jfg.world Follow Colin: @Counterpoints Follow LB: www.beenawake.com Follow Mark on Twitter @MaaronC Follow Jason on Twitter @2bitpodcast All episodes also available on iTunes, Spotify, Youtube, Substack, and your favorite podcatcher. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/2bitpodcast/message

"Three Views on the Rapture: Pretribulation, Prewrath, or Posttribulation" is a thought-provoking book (Counterpoints series) that delves into one of the most debated topics among Christians: the timing of the rapture. Authored by leading scholars, Douglas J. Moo, Alan Hultberg, and Craig A. Blaising, this book presents three distinct perspectives on when the rapture will occur in relation to the events of the end times.1 Thessalonians 4:13-18 (NLT) And now, dear brothers and sisters, we want you to know what will happen to the believers who have died so you will not grieve like people who have no hope. For since we believe that Jesus died and was raised to life again, we also believe that when Jesus returns, God will bring back with him the believers who have died. We tell you this directly from the Lord: We who are still living when the Lord returns will not meet him ahead of those who have died. For the Lord himself will come down from heaven with a commanding shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the trumpet call of God. First, the believers who have died will rise from their graves. Then, together with them, we who are still alive and remain on the earth will be caught up in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air. Then we will be with the Lord forever. So encourage each other with these words.The book begins with an introduction that sets the stage for the discussion, explaining the significance of the rapture within eschatological theology and the diverse interpretations surrounding it. It highlights the importance of understanding the biblical passages related to the rapture and the need for respectful dialogue among believers who hold different views.Pre-TribThe pretribulation rapture view, presented by Craig A. Blaising, holds that believers will be taken up to heaven before the period of intense tribulation mentioned in the book of Revelation. This perspective asserts that the rapture is an event separate from the second coming of Christ, and that it will occur prior to the onset of the prophesied tribulation.Proponents of the pretribulation rapture view argue that this interpretation aligns with the New Testament's emphasis on the imminent return of Christ and the hope and comfort it provides to believers. They point to passages such as 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, where Paul describes how the Lord will descend from heaven, and believers who are alive will be caught up to meet Him in the air. This catching away of believers, or the rapture, is seen as a moment of joyful reunion with Christ and the resurrection of deceased believers.Advocates of this view emphasize that the tribulation period, often associated with intense turmoil and divine judgment, is distinct from the church's experience. They argue that the purpose of the tribulation is to bring judgment upon the unbelieving world and to fulfill God's purposes for Israel, rather than to purify or refine the church. Therefore, believers are viewed as being spared from the wrath to come (1 Thessalonians 5:9), taken away to be with Christ in heaven before the tribulation unfolds on earth.In support of the pretribulation rapture, proponents also draw from the early church's historical understanding of the rapture. They highlight writings from church fathers such as Ephraem the Syrian, who expressed belief in a two-stage return of Christ, with the first stage being a secret coming to rapture believers.Critics of the pretribulation rapture view raise various objections. Some argue that the concept of a pretribulation rapture is a relatively recent theological development and not widely accepted throughout church history. Others contend that the Bible does not explicitly support a two-stage return of Christ, as would be required by a pretribulation rapture, and that the passages cited can be interpreted differently.Despite these disagreements, the pretribulation...

Federalist writer and Counterpoints host Emily Jashinsky joins us for a debate on recent anti-trans laws, Trump's indictment, and more.

Cropdusting Celebrities, Malort, The Porn Identity, Popeye's Swollen Colon, Cheers Clinking Etiquette and Tales of Three CrackheadsSupport the podcast by listening to COUNTERPOINTS! on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/BehindBarsCockedtalesandwastednightsThis show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4523219/advertisement

Adam Rodman is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Segra Capital Management, the largest fund dedicated to investing in nuclear power across public and private markets. Adam founded Segra in 2013 to focus on a concentrated portfolio of contrarian, underfollowed investment ideas. In turn, this led to a dedicated focus on nuclear power. Both Tom Steyer and Bill Orum discussed nuclear power as an essential, although very long-term component of addressing climate needs. Adam's insights provide an understanding of the thesis as well as nuances in capitalizing on it. Our conversation covers Adam's early career, path to Segra, and shift in focus to nuclear.  We discuss the fundamental case and market inefficiencies in the industry, supply and demand, the nuclear fuel cycle, safety and waste, and risks to thesis. Show Notes: (3:57)   Background (5:25)   Appeal of contrarian thinking (7:25)   An edge in research (9:56)   Focus on nuclear power (11:45) The case for nuclear (14:21) Nuclear power and energy transition (16:03) Opportunities in the nuclear value chain (17:09) ESG concerns in mining (18:37) Nuclear conversion and enrichment (22:36) Investing in public and private markets (26:09) Safety and reliability of nuclear (27:39) Understanding nuclear waste (31:35) Bringing capital to nuclear (33:19) An investment strategy for nuclear (35:00) Assessing company management (36:38) Counterpoints to the nuclear thesis (39:28) Closing questions Learn More  Follow Ted on Twitter at @tseides or LinkedIn  Subscribe to the mailing list  Access Transcript with Premium Membership 

Emily and Ryan discuss SCOTUS seeming set to kill Biden's student debt plan, how Biden pushed ESG takeover of the World Bank, San Francisco debating $5 million dollar Reparations, a Desantis memo requiring Protests to "Align with Mission", Dilbert creator Scott Adams cancelled after racist rant, Biden's border giveaway to the Cartels and Big Business, the NSA caught spying on a US congressman, and White House reporter @RealClearNews Philip Wegmann (@PhilipWegmann) joins us in studio to talk about the Biden administration defending Gain of Function research.To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and SpotifyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emily and Ryan discuss SCOTUS seeming set to kill Biden's student debt plan, how Biden pushed ESG takeover of the World Bank, San Francisco debating $5 million dollar Reparations, a Desantis memo requiring Protests to "Align with Mission", Dilbert creator Scott Adams cancelled after racist rant, Biden's border giveaway to the Cartels and Big Business, the NSA caught spying on a US congressman, and White House reporter @RealClearNews Philip Wegmann (@PhilipWegmann) joins us in studio to talk about the Biden administration defending Gain of Function research. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and Spotify Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl   Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan and Emily discuss Bernie Sanders introducing a bill to boost Social Security Benefits, an interview with Mike Pompeo over JFK files and Edward Snowden, Indian authorities raiding BBC offices after broadcast of Modi documentary, Texas and Florida declaring they won't work with "woke" ESG banks, Gretchen Whitmer accepting the 2,500 jobs for a new EV Battery factory in Michigan after Glenn Youngkin refused in his own state, the ever rising cost of Inflation on Families, and rail road worker Matthew Weaver joins us to talk about the Ohio train derailment coverup.To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and SpotifyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Emily discuss Bernie Sanders introducing a bill to boost Social Security Benefits, an interview with Mike Pompeo over JFK files and Edward Snowden, Indian authorities raiding BBC offices after broadcast of Modi documentary, Texas and Florida declaring they won't work with "woke" ESG banks, Gretchen Whitmer accepting the 2,500 jobs for a new EV Battery factory in Michigan after Glenn Youngkin refused in his own state, the ever rising cost of Inflation on Families, and rail road worker Matthew Weaver joins us to talk about the Ohio train derailment coverup. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and Spotify Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl   Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan and Emily discuss classified documents found in Mike Pence's home, the Department of Justice announcing its anti trust case against Google, the final report of Fulton County grand jury investigating Trump may be released soon, guest Tina-Disiree joins us to discuss Cop City and how protestors of the new development have been charged as "Domestic Terrorists", reports Jeff Bezos may sell Washington Post to buy Commanders football team, and guest Raqib Naik joins to talk about Elon Musk caving to India's censorship demands over a BBC documentary on Modi. Timestamps: SoS: (0:00) Pence Docs: (1:50) Google DOJ: (10:10) Trump Charges: (20:57) COP CITY Protestors: (29:14) Bezos WaPo: (38:10) Ticketmaster Hearing: (49:51) Elon Bans BBC Doc: (57:38) EoS: (1:12:37) To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and Spotify Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl   Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ AUSTIN LIVE SHOW FEB 3RD Tickets: https://tickets.austintheatre.org/9053/9054 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan and Emily discuss classified documents found in Mike Pence's home, the Department of Justice announcing its anti trust case against Google, the final report of Fulton County grand jury investigating Trump may be released soon, guest Tina-Disiree joins us to discuss Cop City and how protestors of the new development have been charged as "Domestic Terrorists", reports Jeff Bezos may sell Washington Post to buy Commanders football team, and guest Raqib Naik joins to talk about Elon Musk caving to India's censorship demands over a BBC documentary on Modi.Timestamps:SoS: (0:00)Pence Docs: (1:50)Google DOJ: (10:10)Trump Charges: (20:57)COP CITY Protestors: (29:14)Bezos WaPo: (38:10)Ticketmaster Hearing: (49:51)Elon Bans BBC Doc: (57:38)EoS: (1:12:37)To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and SpotifyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/AUSTIN LIVE SHOW FEB 3RDTickets: https://tickets.austintheatre.org/9053/9054 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Emily discuss the midterm elections, Italy's new prime minister, Brazilian elections, antitrust debates, Jan 6th reporting, neoliberalism vs happiness, & media censorship on Israel! To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and Spotify Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl  Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Chicago Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/449151/breaking-points-live-tickets  Ryan Grim: https://theintercept.com/podcasts/deconstructed/  Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/  Katie Halper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3xLOxx1ggQ&t=3s https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUsMkDtVyel9USjCTaM42rw  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan and Emily discuss the midterm elections, Italy's new prime minister, Brazilian elections, antitrust debates, Jan 6th reporting, neoliberalism vs happiness, & media censorship on Israel!To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and SpotifyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/Chicago Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/449151/breaking-points-live-tickets Ryan Grim: https://theintercept.com/podcasts/deconstructed/ Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/ Katie Halper: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_3xLOxx1ggQ&t=3shttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUsMkDtVyel9USjCTaM42rw  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Grim and Emily Jashinsky discuss Putin's military mobilization, a ruling against big tech, Shireen Abu Akleh, Dem fight on Israel, surveillance capitalism, FTC hearing, & railway workers!To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and SpotifyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/Chicago Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/449151/breaking-points-live-tickets Ryan Grim: https://badnews.substack.com/ Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/ Max Alvarez: https://therealnews.com/author/maximillian-alvarez https://www.orbooks.com/catalog/the-work-of-living/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan Grim and Emily Jashinsky discuss Putin's military mobilization, a ruling against big tech, Shireen Abu Akleh, Dem fight on Israel, surveillance capitalism, FTC hearing, & railway workers! To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and Spotify Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl  Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Chicago Tickets: https://www.axs.com/events/449151/breaking-points-live-tickets  Ryan Grim: https://badnews.substack.com/  Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/  Max Alvarez: https://therealnews.com/author/maximillian-alvarez  https://www.orbooks.com/catalog/the-work-of-living/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Sam and Emma host writer Shon Faye to discuss her recent book The Transgender Issue: Trans Justice Is Justice For All. Then, Sam and Emma are joined by Representative Ilhan Omar of Minnesota's 5th Congressional District to discuss President Biden's recent student loan debt forgiveness plan, as well as many of the other crazy goings-on on Capitol Hill. Emma and Sam first run through updates on Hurricane Fiona's devastation of Puerto Rico's electric grid, confirmation that DHS agents falsified information for DeSantis' human trafficking stunt, where the “Independent State Legislature” theory really comes from, and Donald Trump's invocation of a Q-Anon anthem, coming with full salutes from the audience. Shon Faye then joins as she gets right into why she chose to take on the discourse trojan horse of the “Trans Issue,” walking through how it abstracts the complex role of being a minority in society in favor of the anxiety that their existence supposedly promotes, and looking at how its role in the UK, contrary to the US' Christian-nationalist lead fight, was fronted by coalescence of conservative transphobia and liberal “respectability” claims of paternalist protection of women and children, with these reactionary ideologies coming together to campaign against even the most gentle of pro-trans legislation. Next, Faye walks through the belief that guides her book; why the liberation of trans people would benefit everyone in society – exploring the institutional paths through which trans people are materially oppressed, and how tackling poor housing, medical inequality, and discrimination would benefit classes and social groups well beyond the LGBTQ+ community. She, Sam, and Emma, then parse through the specifics of trans oppression in the “west,” carefully taking on how trans people are pushed out of legitimate occupations and into black-market economies, erased from community-oriented spaces by state-backed legislation, used as complications in the prison industry despite the violence they face in mass incarceration, and constantly pathologized when attempting to secure potentially life-saving medical procedures. Wrapping up, they tackle the growing role of “children” in transphobic and homophobic discourse, why kids face much bigger risks in being exposed to bigotry than “being queer,” and the absurdity of “trans-ing” as a concept. Then, Ilhan Omar joins as she gives some behind-the-scenes insight and progressive foresight on various topics from Biden's student debt relief, an upcoming vote on marriage equality, the potential of a government shutdown in the wake of the upcoming continuing resolution, the future of Democratic and progressive leadership and intra-party dealmaking, and more! And in the Fun Half: Sam and Emma talk with John from San Antonio as we head into our last 50 days before the midterms, Ro Khanna goes on Counterpoints, and JR Majewski celebrates Predator Trump. Ted Cruz and Sean Hannity discuss Ron DeSantis' “human trafficking,” and Bill Maher gets pissy with people for judging humanity's past (lest we forget, we've all stolen gum, eaten dirt, and did a triangle slave trade), plus, your calls and IMs! Check out Shon's book here: https://www.versobooks.com/books/4061-the-transgender-issue Follow Rep. Omar on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/ilhanmn Become a member at JoinTheMajorityReport.com: https://fans.fm/majority/join Check out ESVN's YouTube channel here! https://www.youtube.com/c/ESVNShow Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! http://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: http://majority.fm/app Check out today's sponsors: Aura: Protect yourself from America's fastest-growing crime. Try Aura for 14 days for free: https://aura.com/majority StoryWorth: StoryWorth is an online service that helps every other figure in your life share stories through thought-provoking questions about their memories and personal thoughts. Get started right away with no shipping required by going to https://storyworth.com/majority you'll get $10 of your first purchase! Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattBinder @MattLech @BF1nn @BradKAlsop Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on Youtube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Subscribe to Discourse Blog, a newsletter and website for progressive essays and related fun partly run by AM Quickie writer Jack Crosbie. https://discourseblog.com/ Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com/ The Majority Report with Sam Seder - https://majorityreportradio.com/

Ryan and Emily talk about Trump's indictment comments, congressional stock trades, Twitter whistleblower, Ken Starr, Afghan theft, GOP vs ESG, immigration policy, railway workers, & more!To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and SpotifyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/Ryan Grim: https://theintercept.com/podcasts/deconstructed/ Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ryan and Emily talk about Trump's indictment comments, congressional stock trades, Twitter whistleblower, Ken Starr, Afghan theft, GOP vs ESG, immigration policy, railway workers, & more! To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and Spotify Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl  Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Ryan Grim: https://theintercept.com/podcasts/deconstructed/  Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Krystal and Saagar cover the potential railway worker strike, Lindsey Graham's proposed national abortion ban, inflation numbers, midterms polling, nutrition facts, Mississippi corruption, corrupt college ranks, & Counterpoints with Ryan & Emily.To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and SpotifyApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/Ryan Grim: https://theintercept.com/podcasts/deconstructed/ Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Krystal and Saagar cover the potential railway worker strike, Lindsey Graham's proposed national abortion ban, inflation numbers, midterms polling, nutrition facts, Mississippi corruption, corrupt college ranks, & Counterpoints with Ryan & Emily. To become a Breaking Points Premium Member and watch/listen to the show uncut and 1 hour early visit: https://breakingpoints.supercast.com/ To listen to Breaking Points as a podcast, check them out on Apple and Spotify Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-points-with-krystal-and-saagar/id1570045623  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Kbsy61zJSzPxNZZ3PKbXl  Merch: https://breaking-points.myshopify.com/ Ryan Grim: https://theintercept.com/podcasts/deconstructed/  Emily Jashinsky: https://thefederalist.com/author/emilyjashinsky/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices