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FOOTBALL - The wins keep coming for the Bulldogs as they moved to 5-1 on Oct. 10 with a 39-0 road beatdown at winless O'Neill. Jazziah Whitted, who missed Beacon's win at Saugerties on Oct. 4 with an injury, returned as quarterback and went 18 of 24 for 215 yards, including two touchdowns. Jaden Jones had six catches for 102 yards, including a 52-yard TD reception. Kevin Beal led the defense with eight tackles, including four behind the line of scrimmage. The Bulldogs host Liberty (1-5) today (Oct. 18) at 5:30 p.m. Photos by Cadence Heeter BOYS' SOCCER - Beacon won its ninth straight league title with a 6-0 Senior Day victory over Port Jervis on Tuesday (Oct. 15). That followed a 1-0 win on Monday over visiting Byram Hills and a 2-0 victory at Fallsburg on Oct. 10. Tye Elias scored the lone goal against Byram Hills and scored twice against Port Jervis. Craig Seamans' squad, which finished 13-2, with losses to Arlington and Kingston, is idle until the Section IX, Class A playoffs begin Oct. 29. The boys are ranked ninth among Class A schools by the New York State Sportswriters Association. GIRLS' SWIMMING - Beacon wrapped up its season with a 117-53 loss to Cornwall on Wednesday (Oct. 16). Serena Stampleman and Lauren Antonucci each picked up two golds for the Bulldogs, who finished 1-7. GIRLS' SOCCER - Despite falling at John Jay East Fishkill on Oct. 10, 6-1, ending a 13-game win streak, Beacon dominated Liberty on Wednesday (Oct. 16) by the same score to win back-to-back league titles. Reilly Landisi had two goals and two assists. Beacon (14-1) hosts Marlboro at 4:15 p.m. on Wednesday (Oct. 23) to close the regular season. The girls are ranked 18th among Class A schools by the New York State Sportswriters Association. CROSS-COUNTRY - The Bulldogs competed at the Manhattan College Invitational in the Bronx on Oct. 13. Cecilia Allee and Lily Murr ran personal bests in the 2.5-mile race, finishing in 21:34.5 and 21:46.1, respectively. Travis Dickston was the top finisher for the boys in 15:46.1.
Fallsburg and Applebee's 10/14/24
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In this episode: 1. Brendan Pavese appointed as new Chief of Police in Fallsburg, succeeding Chief Simmie Williams III. 2. Monticello voters elect Rochelle Massey as Mayor, alongside new trustees T.C. Hutchins and Janice Davis. 3. Liberty Town Board debates over the proposed location of the Walnut Mountain pavilion. 4. Tusten Town Board considers expansions and upgrades for the historic town hall based on a Spatial Needs Assessment. 5. Staff at the Adult Care Center at Sunset Lake in Liberty express concerns over management and staffing issues. 6. Callicoon plans demolition of the old Callicoon Center fire building after missed deadlines by the Fire Department. 7. Sullivan County Conservative Committee rallies support for upcoming elections, featuring key political figures. 8. Sullivan County considers implementing a vaccine mandate for summer camp operators to prevent disease outbreaks.
In this episode, Holiday Mountain Ski & Fun Park Reopens!
Episode 103 is here and Robert Miller shares his memories of The Fieldston, Gilbert's and Olympic Hotel in Fallsburg, New York. Don't forget to check out Robert's podcast, the Follow Your Dream Podcast. Listen and learn now at https://www.followyourdreampodcast.com/.Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
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Jenn Goes to the Fallsburg Fearplex 10/16/23
Trip to Gallia for Dave / Trip to Fallsburg for Jenn / Show Wrap 10/13/23
Welcome to episode 97 of The BBT! In this installment, we are in conversation with Allen Frishman, the Archival Officer for the Catskills Borscht Belt Museum. Allen has lived his entire life in Sullivan County where both his grandparents owned bungalow colonies. He ran a business creating architectural scale models for developers and builders, and for 24 years, he was the Code Enforcement Officer for the town of Fallsburg.The many artifacts he saved from destruction during those years form one of the most significant collections of Borscht Belt ephemera. He is the author of two books, Tales of a Catskill Mountain Plumber and More Borscht From A Catskill Mountain Plumber. Don't miss out on the fun and insights – hit that play button and let us know your thoughts!Support the showDon't forget to rate, review and subscribe!Follow The Borscht Belt Tattler on socials! Instagram | Facebook | Twitter To learn more about Jen, follow her at @urbanyenta on Instagram.
In this episode, we delve into the ecological impact of geese on White Lake, as residents voice their concerns about the disappearing geese and the need for proper communication and management. We also cover the surge in car thefts across the county, with the New York State Police investigating several cases. On a positive note, the Academy of American Poets recently recognized Sullivan County Poet Laureate Sharon Kennedy-Nolle with a $50,000 fellowship for her project, "Catskilled Poetry for Healing." This initiative aims to use poetry as a powerful tool to aid residents, particularly youth, affected by mental illness and substance abuse. Legal action has been taken against YNHK LLC for constructing unlawful buildings at a former horse farm in Woodbourne. The town alleges the company failed to obtain necessary permits and ignored stop-work orders. Meanwhile, the Borscht Belt Historical Marker Project is preserving the cherished era's legacy, paying tribute to the iconic hotels and bungalows that once thrived in Fallsburg. Lastly, we highlight the 40th annual National Night Out event, where the Fallsburg Communities Coalition and law enforcement agencies came together to strengthen the bond between the public and law enforcement, making the community safer for everyone.
In this episode, we delve into four significant stories shaping the region, from proposed new villages and changes in leadership to wildlife protection and political shifts. Story Highlights: The Village of Ateres: Our first story revolves around the proposed new village of Ateres, scheduled for a joint public hearing on August 3 at 5 p.m. The hearing aims to address a petition seeking incorporation within the Town of Thompson and Fallsburg. The village is expected to house 500 inhabitants, raising concerns about motives and housing regulations. Leadership Changes at SUNY Sullivan: Next, we discuss leadership changes at SUNY Sullivan. Dr. Casey Crabill, a retired President of Onondaga Community College, is sworn in as the new Officer in Charge, taking over from Dr. Ellen Galligan. The college begins the search for a full-time president, a process estimated to take up to eight months to a year. Wildlife Killing Contests Bill: Our third story centers around a recently passed bill awaiting Governor Kathy Hochul's signature. The bill aims to ban wildlife killing contests, with exceptions for hunting certain species. While some argue the contests have benefits, the ban seeks to address concerns from residents and animal welfare advocates. Changes in Sullivan County Republican Committee: Lastly, we delve into changes within the Sullivan County Republican Committee. Chairman Gary Maas appoints Greg Goldstein as the new chair, replacing himself, amidst concerns about dysfunction within the Sullivan County Legislature. With upcoming elections, the committee aims to foster positive change and unity within the party.
In this episode, Fallsburg faces resource strain amid significant development, grappling with water and sewer utility challenges. Tragic fatal accident at Route 17B leaves a community in mourning, as investigations continue. The Catskill Regional Invasive Species Partnership battles invasive plants at the Callicoon Riverside Park. Mysterious disappearance of Canada Geese in White Lake prompts investigation and concerns. Garnet Health undergoes changes, with layoffs and a focus on recruiting frontline staff. Stay informed and connected with your community through these stories and more.
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In this episode of "Local News Roundup," we cover: Sullivan County receives critical federal High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) designation to combat the opioid crisis. Garnet Health announces workforce reduction due to operating losses, affecting 49 employees. Rockland town sets regulations for short-term rentals (STR) to manage the challenges of rapid growth. Fallsburg faces a shortage of code officers amidst rapid growth, highlighting a nationwide issue. Tusten prepares for a lead pipe inventory project to address potential environmental concerns. Wayne Bank building in Rockland sold, with repairs needed for a leaky roof. A heartwarming celebration of Margery Van Ginhoven's 90th birthday, honoring her passions and longevity secrets.
In this special Guru Purnima satsang, Swamiji shares the transcript of a talk given by Baba Muktananda on June 27th, 1979 while he was visiting Fallsburg, New York. This podcast was recorded live at The Ashram in Mount Eliza on the 1st of July, 2023. Watch the full satsang program with Swamiji and Devi Ma at The Ashram with a weekly subscription to The Ashram Online! This subscription will give you access to a library of over 100 hours of Swamiji's talks, meditation and chanting programs, hatha yoga classes and more. Click here to learn more.
In this episode, we cover: The Village of Monticello's budget preparation report revealing a projected deficit of $2.2 million and the public's concerns over the lack of a youth recreational center. The Town of Fallsburg's successful Pop Up Food Pantry event, which provided essential food items to over 100 people in need. The remarkable survival of an off-duty firefighter from the Woodbourne Fire Department who was struck by lightning during severe thunderstorms in Sullivan County. The schedule change for the Delaware Aqueduct project, affecting New York City's water supply and necessitating additional installations for worker safety. Sullivan County's positive projection of $66 million in sales tax revenues for the year, along with potential challenges from rising costs and changes in revenue sources. A proposal for a soft drink factory in the Town of Mamakating, sparking discussions about zoning regulations and special use permits. The closure of the Westvillebrook Post Office, impacting over 600 residents and prompting community concerns and efforts to seek its reopening. A moment of silence in honor of Richard "Dick" Foster, who recently passed away, during the Town of Bethel Board meeting.
On June 18, 2023, The Pines Hotel (South Fallsburg, NY), one of the many abandoned Borscht Belt hotels, burned down. The two alarm fire that ravaged the property leaves behind an impactful cultural legacy for the decades of guests who created memories inside-- and a powerful personal legacy for abandoned host Blake Pfeil, who created different kinds of memories behind its shuttered windows and locked doors, far after it was left to ruin in 1998.http://www.allamericanruins.com You can join the All-American Ruins Expedition Club now: https://plus.acast.com/s/abandoned-the-all-american-ruins-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On June 18, 2023, The Pines Hotel (South Fallsburg, NY), one of the many abandoned Borscht Belt hotels, burned down. The two alarm fire that ravaged the property leaves behind an impactful cultural legacy for the decades of guests who created memories inside-- and a powerful personal legacy for abandoned host Blake Pfeil, who created different kinds of memories behind its shuttered windows and locked doors, far after it was left to ruin in 1998.http://www.allamericanruins.com You can join the All-American Ruins Expedition Club now: https://plus.acast.com/s/abandoned-the-all-american-ruins-podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this episode. Voters in Roscoe Central School District reject a budget increase. Dutch Reformed Church renovation progresses in Mamakating. Narrowsburg welcomes new veterinary hospital. Charles Marinaro promotes inspiring memoir on creative journey. Tragedy strikes in Callicoon Center as two pedestrians are killed. Sullivan County International Airport begins terminal renovation. Town of Fallsburg holds public hearing to update zoning laws. Sullivan Catskills Visitor's Association unveils new dove sign.
In this podcast episode, we cover the latest news from Sullivan County, New York. We start with a discussion on the rising trend of "polydrug use" in the area, despite recent improvements in health rankings. Health specialists emphasize the importance of educating younger people on the dangers of these drugs, especially with rampant misinformation online. We also touch on the tragic news of Harold Hoyt, a man who went missing and was later found dead in a marsh. Then, we move on to the heroic actions of Officer Victor Agapito, who rescued a disabled man from a burning apartment. The Town of Rockland Board explored the potential cost savings of adding solar energy to the grid, and also approved the purchase of a new mower for safety and longevity concerns. Finally, we cover the resignations of three members from the Tusten Energy Committee and the Town of Fallsburg's public hearing on their lack of high-speed internet from their current franchise agreement with Spectrum.
Host MIke Sakell speaks with Town of Fallsburg Supervisor Katherine Rappaport on her first three months in office, her priorities and the first of what she says will be more Resource Days for the community. The fist Resource Day is scheduled for Foxcroft Village on March 27. 2022 from 11am - 3pm.
Reporter Derek Kirk chats with Fallsburg Police Chief Simmie Williams about his journey and Black History Month.
Reporter Patricio Robayo chats with Dr. Sean Wall-Carty of Fallsburg about his journey and Black History Month.
County airport to receive $790K Monticello to discuss cannabis Callicoon passes 2022 budget Youngsville update Fallsburg race is not over yet Haas holds off Pizzolato in Highland Cleaning up Mongaup Stream Neversink ice rink to return this season Rieber reelected Thompson Supervisor as Mace concedes This week's podcast is being brought to you by The Kitchen Table Cafe in Callicoon.
Tonight on the show, the Spooky Family Podcast talk to Brian Cassady, the owner and operator of Fallsburg Fearplex (http://www.fallsburgfearplex.com)!!! Come and listen to the history of this Eastern Kentucky Haunted Attraction! And is that a call from Here to Chew Bubble Gum? Why yes it is. Come check it out! ❤❤❤ Music By ❤❤❤ 'Song Title (s)'' Jay Man - OurMusicBox https://www.our-music-box.com http://www.youtube.com/c/ourmusicbox --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/spooky-family/support
Headlines from the pages of the Sullivan County Democrat for 8/16-8/20/21 - County in CDC covid red zone - Homestead, SUNY Sullivan cut ribbon on CCHS in Hurleyville - Local man charged with arson - Proposed development draws crowd at Town of Delaware Planning Board meeting - Liberty “unified” in revitalization grant effort - Fallsburg talks Luxor
Nyasia Chane'l grew up in the small town of Fallsburg in the Catskills region of Upstate New York. Known then as Nyasia Harris she began to express herself creatively at an early age. “I've been singing since I was 4 years old. Music has been my passion and my creative expression all my life.” She says. Through the years she was always singing. Dazzling both parishioners in the pews at church and her fellow classmates in the halls of her high school. In early 2017 Nyasia released her first single “Do it Like That” and achieved modest underground success. Soon after her single's release she began to spark local interest and she was invited to perform at various venues across the tristate. On July 29, 2018, DJ Norie of Power 105.1 FM debuted the remix to her single "Do It Like That" featuring Dance hall artiste Jay Bankz. The single was made available on all digital streaming platforms on August 1, 2018, to great success. Nyasia is the definition of a “working artist”, she has performed at countless venues all over East Coast, including S.O.B.'s, Resorts Worlds Casino, the Chance Theater and countless other venues and festivals. Nyasia was afforded the opportunity to perform at the HBO sponsored tribute to Aretha Franklin at Marcus Garvey Park in Harlem, She opened for R&B Crooner August Alsina, Legendary Hip Hop star DMX, performed alongside Reggae legend Richie Stephens, veteran Blues singer Grand Slam Allen just to name a few.
Headlines 2/8-2/12/21, from the pages of the Sullivan County Democrat newspaper. Fallsburg's Mike Weiner retires Here-and-there heroes who make tough times less Perrello resigns from IDA Joan Patterson dedicated to her community Highland has a new code enforcement officer Next stop: Internet for kids that need it Tusten takes charge on energy initiatives SUNY Sullivan presents energy audit Legislators choose Care Center operator Stephanie Brown resigns from county position County leaders respond to opioid epidemic Catskills Food Hub adds new pick-up location Delgado stresses need for local gov't funding
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Headlines from the January 8, 2021 edition. Fallsburg begins 2021 Veterans trying to navigate the pandemic NY ushers in new minimum wage, paid sick leave Sullivan DMV reopens, adds new measures Chaos at the Capitol Leaders react Delgado: ‘Primary job is to listen' SW resumes workouts as preamble to limited winter
Episode 3: Update on library grand opening, history of the Oddfellows Lodge in Fallsburg, KY, interview with Dr. Ronald Enders, readings from the Big Sandy News and Lawrence County History book, and a ghost story that turned out to be true.
H2, S1 - Fallsburg Fearplex 10/02/2020
Headlines from the pages of the Democrat, September 4, 2020 edition. Casino to reopen Wednesday Gunther contributes funds to the Creative Think Fallsburg adds Golden Feather to its cap $400,00 Kauneonga Lake FD receives DEC grant Hidden messages Residential county energy tax goes into effect Two major drug busts in Liberty, Fallsburg
The Mountains, the Catskills, the Borscht Belt, upstate, the country. Monticello, Liberty, Woodridge, Swan Lake, Woodbourne, Fallsburg. A place of many names with one thing in common: a place rich in Jewish history and lore. As a summer destination, the Catskills would be home to countless bungalow colonies as city Jews organized their communities for a mountain air getaway. Generations of children attended the many summer camps that dotted Sullivan County. Camps included Mesivta, Agudah, Munk, HILI, Kol Rinah, Torah Vodaath, Ohr Shraga, Sternberg and many more including the Betar Jewish self defense camp where Vladimir Jabotinsky died in 1940. It was also famously known as the Borscht Belt, and the legendary hotels/resorts/country clubs like Grossinger's, Kutscher's and the Concord made their mark as vacation sites. Most Jewish comedians of the time commenced their careers there. In addition to the summer crowd, the Catskills were home to many year round Jewish communities over the years. These towns built shuls, mikvas, hired Rabbis and even Jewish owned farms burgeoned for a time. This included Yeshivas as well such as the Mountaindale Yeshiva of Rav Yehuda Davis and the famous Yeshiva of South Fallsburg. Subscribe To Our Podcast on: PodBean: https://jsoundbites.podbean.com/ Follow us on Twitter or Instagram at @Jsoundbites You can email Yehuda at yehuda@yehudageberer.com
FALLSBURG POLICE CHIEF SIMMIE WILLIAMS DISCUSSES HIS LOCAL POLICING STYLE IN THE WAKE OF THE NATIONAL CONVERSATION ON RACE AND THE POLICE
Headlines from the June 16, 2020 edition of the Sullivan County Democrat newspaper. Proposed Rock Hill cell tower project ‘tabled' Monticello rejects Land Bank resolution to acquire Broadway Theatre County Courthouse, Gov't Center prepare for reopening Roscoe joins BLM protests Bea turns 90! Highland chooses contractor for salt shed 20/20 on 2020 senior athletes: Fallsburg's Amanda Zeno
Headlines from the June 9, 2020 edition of the Sullivan County Democrat newspaper. Peaceful protests, community unity continue Voting for school budget extended to June 16: Outdoor graduations allowed starting June 26 Fallsburg pledges police reform Proposed pay cuts becomes divisive issue Incarcerated amid COVID-19, education continues County Attorney calls public comment against him ‘libel speech' Mamakating holds two virtual public hearings Wurtsboro man killed in plane crash 20/20 on 2020 senior athletes: Fallsburg's David Parsons
Episode 31: June 2, 2020 Headlines from the pages of the Democrat DA's Office seeks grand jury for Rock Hill accident that killed two teens. Monticello DPW Superintendent under fire after racist remarks ‘Hate will have no home in Fallsburg': Racist graffiti near SUNY Sullivan School budget briefs: Part I NY Civil Liberties Union files petition against county jail ‘I can't breathe': Rally over George Floyd's death comes to Monticello 20/20 on 2020 senior athletes: Monticello's Quentin Cruz and Sullivan West's Montana Schmidt
Our features for this Hotwire are interviews about the Proud Boys attacks in New York City and Portland, Oregon, and we have an interview about autonomous relief after Hurricane Michael, which is also seeing organizing from neo-confederate fascists. We have a whirlwind of headlines from around the world, with breast-baring feminists burning barricades in Argentina, squatters from Ireland to Germany, and indigenous resistance in Canada. Connor Stevens of the Cleveland 4 is getting out soon, Jalil Muntaqim could use letters of support for his parole hearing, and we have calls to action from the L'eau Est La Vie anti-pipeline camp, plus much more! Send us news, events, or ideas on how our show can better serve anarchist activity in your town by emailing us at podcast@crimethinc.com. {October 17, 2018} -------SHOW NOTES------ Table of Contents: Introduction {0:00} Headlines {0:38} Hurricane Michael autonomous relief {6:10} Proud Boys attacks in New York City and Portland, Oregon {16:50} Repression Roundup {33:40} Next Week's News {39:00} Download 29:30 minutes long version. Upcoming events/demos/etc: October 19: Benefit punk show for recently released political prisoners in Brooklyn, New York at 8:30 pm in Pine Box Rock Shop October 20–21: The [Knoxville Abortion Doula Collective]((https://www.facebook.com/knoxvilleabortiondoulacollective/) is offering a workshop on Autonomous Pelvic Care in Roanoke, VA October 21: An anti-prison rally at 3 pm, outside the ICPA Conference at the Montréal Marriott Chateau Champlain, near metro Bonaventure October 27: A pro-choice counter demo and march in Munich, Germany. Meet at 1pm at Max-Joseph-Platz in Munich. November 6: an anti-ICE march in Portland, Oregon at 6pm. Meet at City Hall and check out @OccupyICEPDX on twitter for more information. Upcoming anarchist book fairs and gatherings: October 20–21: Anarchist Festival in London, England; to be part of the festival, email anarchistfestival(at)riseup.net. November 17–18: The Seattle Anarchist Book Fair November 17–18: The Boston Anarchist Book Fair Autonomous Mutual Aid in the wake of Hurricanes Florence and Michael: Mutual Aid Disaster Relief Florida Amazon Wishlist North Carolina Amazon Wishlist Tallahassee DSA Fund Florida People's Advocacy Center, a safe space for disaster relief, and is trans* inclusive and welcomes undocumented folks. Blue Ridge Autonomous Defense Interfaith Alliance for Climate Justice Mutual Aid Carrboro NC Solidarity Network Tidewater Solidarity Collective Appalachian Medical Solidarity River City Medic Collective Community Advocacy and Healing Project You can support the East Hamilton rent strike by calling the building's administrative office at 289–426–3001 and telling them to stop repressing tenant organizing. Alternatively, consider contributing to their GoFundMe to help pay for the filing fees ($190 per tenant) required in Ontario of the strikers when they are issued eviction notices, a common retaliation to rent strikes. If you prefer to donate by cheque, please send it to the following address: The Hamilton Tenants Solidarity Network c/o Hamilton Community Legal Clinic Suite #203, 100 Main St. E, Hamilton, Ontario L8N 3W4 You can support the Seattle GDC's campaign to get Proud Boy Nicholas Boling fired by calling Boeing's commercial airplanes division at 206–655–1131 or the plant in Auburn where he works as a fabricator at (253) 931–2121. Sample script: “I am calling about Boeing employing Nick Boling, who is a member of the violent hate group the Proud Boys, and has misrepresented himself as being a Boeing test pilot when he assaulted a bartender in Bellingham Washington. Boeing should do the right thing and hold him accountable for his reprehensible behavior.” Abraham Hernandez, a Black Mesa supporter, was arrested in Utah and is currently being held captive at an immigration detention center. Here's a link to a fundraiser to guarantee Abraham's safety and intentional protection, to contribute to and/or share! Visit rupression.com for ways to support the eight antifascists currently being held captive and tortured by the Russian state. Ways to support them include: sharing on social media, online and physical letter writing, and monetary donations (including several cryptocurrencies). Connor Stevens, one of the Cleveland 4, is being released as soon as November, and there's a fundraiser to help get him basic necessities when he is released! Here's also a Paypal to support the rest of the Cleveland 4. Atlanta Antifascists have announced a new campaign against local white nationalist organizer Casey Jordan Cooper. Casey is attending John Marshall Law School and they're asking people to call the law school at (678) 916–2600 and express your concern about the white power leader attending their school. Here is a sample script provided in an earlier call to action: SHORT SCRIPT: “Why aren't you doing anything about Casey Cooper's white supremacist organizing at your school?” LONGER SCRIPT: “Hello, I am contacting you about second-year student Casey Jordan Cooper. AJMLS has known for almost a year that Cooper is responsible for making racist death threats. All the evidence is at caseycooperinfo.wordpress.com. You are also aware that Cooper coordinated white power propaganda campaigns on Metro Atlanta campuses. I am deeply concerned by your school's inaction. Why does AJMLS still view Cooper as fit to study and practice law? “I am reminding you that the issue is not just Cooper's bigoted speech, but Cooper clearly threatening to lynch somebody. Doesn't helping Cooper on his way to a become a lawyer — where he will have greatly increased power over people's lives — make further harm likely? How is AJMLS working to repair the damage it has already done, to the broader community and to its own student body? The time has come for AJMLS to do better. Thanks for listening today.” EXTRA CREDIT: CONTACT BAR ADMISSIONS We also invite you to contact the Office of Bar Admissions for Georgia, supplying them with information on Casey Jordan Cooper's conduct. Explain that Cooper is currently in law school but that his white power harassment and death threats reveal that he cannot be trustworthy and reliable as lawyer in the future. This information should be kept on file and Cooper should be denied admission to the bar. Office of Bar Admissions 244 Washington Street, SW Suite 440 Atlanta, GA 30334 404–656–3490 gabaradmissions.org/contact Anarchist prisoner Eric King, who is in lock-up at Leavenworth Federal Prison, was recently thrown into the SHU. It is unclear how long he will be there and could really use some extra support! He has new mail restrictions-all paper has to plain white or lined notebook paper, envelopes have to be straight white or manila, and he is unable to receive cards. To find out more visit supportericking.org. Jalil Muntaquim needs letters of support to get home on parole. Address letters to: Senior Offender Rehabilitation Coordinator Sullivan Correctional Facility 325 Riverside Drive Fallsburg, New York 12733 BUT SEND TO: Nora Carroll The Parole Preparation Project 168 Canal Street, 6th Floor New York, NY 10013 The subject line should be “Anthony Bottom 77-A–4283” For more instructions, go here. Itsgoingdown.org, one of our favorite online sources for anarchist and resistance news, is launching a fundraising campaign to ensure they can keep funding all their bad ass (and important!) revolutionary projects, visit itsgoingdown.org to donate or find out other ways you can support their very important work. Court support will be needed in the coming months for the Vaughn 17. Two of the rebels are defending themselves pro se and they could use all the support they can get! Email revolutionaryabolitionistmovement@protonmail.com to plug in. There is a call out from L'eau Est La Vie camp to protest banks who are invested in the Bayou Bridge pipeline. The project is funded by a whole slew of banks that are holding employment recruitment events at colleges across the country this fall. L'eau Est La Vie is calling for people to gather their affinity groups and disrupt these recruitment events! Visit nobbp.org or read the full call on itsgoingdown.org. Sales are now OPEN for the 2019 Certain Days: Freedom for Political Prisoners calendar! The theme of next year's calendar is Health/Care, and it features art and writing from current and former political prisoners like David Gilbert, Mike and Chuck Africa, and Laura Whitehorn. If you buy 10 or more, be sure to use the discount code “BULK” to get 10 or more calendars for $10 each—you can then sell the calendars to fundraise for your own organizing. Orders start shipping September 10! Use this straightforward guide to writing prisoners from New York City Anarchist Black Cross to write birthday greetings to Jalil Muntaqim: Jalil Muntaqim (Anthony Jalil Bottom) #77-A–4283 Sullivan Correctional Facility Post Office Box 116 Fallsburg, New York 12733–0116 Address envelope to Anthony Bottom, address card to Jalil {Birthday: October 18} We have a Twitter! Follow @HotwireWeekly and send us news that we should include in the show. CORRECTIONS & CLARIFICATIONS: In Hotwire #40 Riot Dogg said that Laquan was murdered in 2015. He was shot on October 20, 2014. Also, a second degree murder charge in Illinois carries 4 to 20 years, with no mandatory time served. Each account of aggravated assault with a firearm carries a minimum of 6 years, with a max of 30. 85% of time must be served in the state of Illinois. That means if Officer Van Dyke gets the minimum 6 years for all 16 counts it's a total of 96 years. 85 percent of that is 81.6 so that should be the minimum.
This week we had the opportunity to connect with Vanessa Bolin, who is an indigenous artist, community organizer, and activist who has been helping with flood rescue and rebuilding efforts after Hurricane Florence in Lumberton, NC, which is in Robeson County. In this interview we talk about what still needs to be done in this area, how to help out, some important parallels between post hurricane relief and anti pipeline organizing, and the importance of foregrounding marginalized voices in mutual aid efforts. . … . .. Our guest mentioned the Interfaith Alliance for Climate Justice (IACJ), which has a fundraiser right now that is benefiting the indigenous communities of Robeson County. Here is the donation link via Facebook, or you can go to their website to donate that way. Mutual Aid Disaster Relief is also coordinating a bunch of efforts, you can learn more about this group at mutualaiddisasterrelief.org or look them up on any social media platform. If you have 4-14 days spare and want to get down to Robeson County to help out, especially if you have proficiency in Spanish and skills in logistical coordination, you can send them an email to get networked in at WeKeepUsSafeVC@protonmail.com. There is also a GoFundMe for mutual aid efforts in Asheville, benefitting affected areas in Robeson County. Links to some things our guest mentioned: To learn more about the Indigenous Wisdom Permaculture Model and convergence, just follow the link for information and future convergence dates. To see the Water Protector Arts Facebook page, you can just go to Facebook and search the name of the page. You can follow this link to reach directly out to the Lumbee Tribe if you are intending to do direct support work. To connect with EcoRobeson, the group which is doing anti pipeline work in Robeson County that is mainly affecting already disenfranchised people, you can follow this link. Somethings we'd like to mention: When Vanessa talks about the struggles of the Dine people (who are sometimes known as Navajo) where she mentions uranium mining, this is a huge issue that spans many generations. You can visit Black Mesa Rezistance, which is an organized effort in Black Mountain and Big Mesa (also known as Arizona) on the part of the Dine and Hopi people to defend themselves and their existences. You can learn more about this effort at https://blackmesa.rezist.org/ and follow the links for further material to learn about the history and present day projects and struggles. And finally, for a look into some of the truly amazing legacy of the Lumbee Tribe in so called NC, we at The Final Straw recommend the book To Die Game by William McKee Evans. This book details a resistance movement at a time when Lumbee youth were being targeted for conscription into the Confederate army, and how they along with a diverse coalition of other resistors, eluded capture in the swamps of eastern NC for over 5 years. You can also read about this in the book Dixie Be Damned, along with many other lesser reported moments of resistance in the American Southeast. Announcements for Prisoner Support Jalil Muntaqim Jalil Muntaqim, former member of the Black Panther Party and Black Liberation Army is facing the parole board in November as his August visit was postponed due to clerical issues. He's going to be getting a lot of pushback from the Policeman's Benevolent Association, Fraternal Order of Police, Corrections Guards associations and the rest of the gallery of reactionary so-called unions for cops. Those groups are on alert, as we've seen with the tug of war around the release of Herman Bell, any time an aging political prisoner, especially one accused of involvement in the killing of a cop, comes up for parole. The parole boards are often made up of former judges, D.A.'s, Prosecutors and law enforcement, forming an added blue wall for prisoners facing parole boards. So, Jalil needs us to write letters of support for his release. Although some of the links are dead from the earlier parole push, you can check this IGD link (see our shownotes at thefinalstrawradio.noblogs.org for the link) for a list of achievements Jalil has since his incarceration. Also, Jalil's birthday is October 18th, so feel free to send him a separate birthday greeting! Also, also, check out our website to hear past episodes featuring interviews with Jalil conducted by buddies at Prison Radio on CKUT in Montreal. To support Jalil, follow these instructions passed on from National Jericho NY: Write a letter in you own words in support of parole for Jalil, address to: Senior Offender Rehabilitation Coordinator Sullivan Correctional Facility 325 Riverside Drive Fallsburg, New York 12733 BUT SEND TO: Nora Carroll The Parole Preparation Project 168 Canal Street, 6th Floor New York, NY 10013 The subject line should be “Anthony Bottom 77-A-4283” We are making an effort to include letters of support for Jalil that are personalized and from people who are familiar with him and his work. If you want further instructions for how to write a strong, personalized letter of support, please email carroll.nora@gmail.com. Also, please send a copy of your letter to Jalil for his files: Anthony Bottom #77A4283, Sullivan Correctional Facility, P.O. Box 116, Fallsburg, NY 12733-0116 More on Jalil can be found at http://freejalil.com . … . .. Casey Brezik Casey is an anarchist political prisoner who also has a parole hearing coming up, his one and only for his 12 year stint for the stabbing of the president of a university in Missouri. Casey recently got married to a woman being held in another Missouri prison. He's studying calculus so he can go to school to be an aerospace engineer once he's released. He goes before the parole board November 2018. He's unsure of exactly when he gets out, but knows he isn't eligible until November 2020. He's currently saving his money (and asking for help) to afford a cheap vehicle when he gets out in order to transport himself to work and school. His intentions are to parole out to the St. Louis area and attending a community college until he gets his basic credits and can transfer to a university. His eyes are set on the Missouri University of Science and Technology. Casey suffers from depression and has a history of schizophrenia. he describes himself as socially awkward and says he often feels misunderstood. He has a kind heart and he looks forward to getting out relatively soon and getting to see all of those who have shown him support over the years. He thanks you all. Casey was recently transferred to the Farmington Correctional Center in Farmington, Missouri. In November, he will go before the parole board for the first and ONLY TIME and he needs your help! Thoughtful and professional letters to the parole board by people who care about Casey and are willing to offer support to him during his transition back to life outside of prison can make it more likely that Casey will be released. *Even though the letter should be addressed to the parole board, all letters should be sent directly to Casey and he will deliver them to the parole board: Casey Brezik #1154765 Farmington Correctional Center 1012 West Columbia Street Farmington, MO 63640 More on Casey at https://supportcasey.org/ . … . .. Sean Swain Anarchist prisoner Sean Swain is still being silenced by the state of Ohio and could use your letters. He's potentially in the process of being transferred in an inter-state deal which will make his life way harder. Sean has communicated that he was at one point on hunger strike and is extremely isolated. You can write to Sean at : Sean Swain #243-205 Warren CI P.O. Box 120 Lebanon, Ohio 45036 It's suggested that concerned listeners call ODRC Director Stuart Hudson (614) 387-0588 Governor's Counsel Kevin O'Donell Stanek (614) 466-3555 Callers should voice concern over Sean's health, access to communication and the blocking of counsel from his recent RIB hearing that threatens to transfer him out of Ohio. More info on his case can be found at seanswain.noblogs.org . … . .. NC Prisoners repressed from #PrisonStrike On IGD you can read the list of demands specific to NC prisoners that Joseph Stewart wrote back in July. He was transferred after the outside published his statement in support of the strike and has intermittently been left off of prisoner support call-ups so he can surely use some supporting letters at Polk CI where he is currently housed. You can write Joseph at : Joseph D. Stewart #0802041 Polk CI Box 2500 Butner, NC 27509 Three other prisoners in NC, are held within the Hyde Correctional Institution, a facility in Fairfield, NC, are being threatened with retaliation for their active support and organizing in solidarity with the national #PrisonStrike. They're facing threats of administrative repression, as are any other fellow prisoners connected to the national strike. More info in our show notes Please write letters of support to: Randy Watterson #427985 Hyde Correctional Institution P.O. Box 278 Swan Quarter, NC 27885 Todd Martin #1071227 Hyde Correctional Institution P.O. Box 278 Swan Quarter, NC 27885 Jace Buras #1522417 Hyde Correctional Institution P.O. Box 278 Swan Quarter, NC 27885 . … . .. The Vaughn17 From a statement by the Revolutionary Abolitionist Movement (RAM) and Vaughn17 Support in Philly: On Feb. 1, 2017, after a series of peaceful protests yielded no results, incarcerated comrades took over a building at James T. Vaughn Correctional Center in Delaware to demand slight improvements in their treatment. After a 20-hour stand-off, the prison's response was to literally bulldoze their barricades and figuratively bulldoze their demands, retaliating with constant beatings, destruction of prisoner property, and denial of food and medical care. Furthermore, the state has accused 17 of the incarcerated with egregious offenses even though these charges have no basis in reality. The state's response shows once again that any prisoners standing up for themselves, to regain dignity and achieve decent treatment, is a threat. And the state will collectively punish everyone and anyone to hide its barbarism. The only role of prison guards, wardens and the Department of Corrections (DOC) is the perpetuation of slavery and subjugation. There is a call for court support for the 17, who will be attending trail in small groups, at New Castle County Courthouse, 500 N. King St., Wilmington, DE 19801. The first trial starts on Monday, October 8th and the last is slated for February 11th, 2019. People in the area interested in helping volunteer for court support can learn more by reading this IGD article. A pdf of a poster with addresses, pictures and info on the 17 prisoners pulled into this case can be found here . … . .. Show playlist here.
Andrew Neiderman was born in Brooklyn. His family moved to the Catskills of New York when he was an infant. He is a graduate of State University of Albany where he received his Masters in English. He taught at Fallsburg High School for 23 years before leaving to pursue a career as a novelist and screenwriter. As a teacher, he served as department chairman, faculty president, county teachers association president, director of dramatics and wrestling coach. He has been married for forty-four years to the former Diane Wilson of Fallsburg and they have two children, Melissa, a teacher at the Palm Valley School in Rancho Mirage, California, and Erik, a private commercial jet pilot. The Neidermans have three grandchildren. Currently Mr. Neiderman is working on the stage musical version of THE DEVIL’S ADVOCATE with the Mclean-Williams Management agency in London. Visit Tamara and Alistair at their websites: alistaircross.com and tamarathorne.com This is a copyrighted, trademarked podcast owned solely by the Authors on the Air Global Radio
Andrew Neiderman was born in Brooklyn. His family moved to the Catskills of New York when he was an infant. He is a graduate of State University of Albany where he received his Masters in English. He taught at Fallsburg High School for 23 years before leaving to pursue a career as a novelist and screenwriter. As a teacher, he served as department chairman, faculty president, county teachers association president, director of dramatics and wrestling coach. He has been married for forty-four years to the former Diane Wilson of Fallsburg and they have two children, Melissa, a teacher at the Palm Valley School in Rancho Mirage, California, and Erik, a private commercial jet pilot. The Neidermans have three grandchildren. Andrew's latest release, a V.C. Andrews novel titled Shattered Memories (book 3 in the Mirror Sisters series) came out October 30th. Visit Tamara and Alistair at their websites. Order Alistair’s murder mystery, Sleep, Savannah, Sleep! Sign up HERE for Thorne & Cross book updates, special deals, upcoming guests on Haunted Nights LIVE! and more. This is a copyrighted, trademarked podcast owned solely by the Authors on the Air Global Radio
In this Hotwire we share the anti-fascist call from Florida to oppose Richard Spencer in Gainesville on October 19. We discuss the upcoming J20 trials in which nearly 200 protesters are charged with conspiracy for protesting the inauguration, as well as the outcome of the burning cop car case that just concluded in Paris. Considering the bullshit repression and liberal lawsuits in the wake of #Charlottesville, we make the case about why anti-fascism must mean anti-statism. We also borrow part of a great interview with Puerto Rican anarchist Frank Lopez on mutual relief efforts in the wake of Hurricane Maria. Stay tuned until the end because we have some important calls to support political prisoners, calls to support forest defenders in Oregon, political prisoner birthdays, announcements for upcoming anarchist book fairs, and the repression roundup. {October 18, 2017} -------SHOW NOTES------ Table of Contents: Introduction {0:00} Headlines {1:42} Puerto Rico: Mutual Aid vs. the State {11:35} Anti-Fascism means Anti-Statism {18:40} J20 Trials Start Soon {23:32} Next Week's News {27:30} TOMORROW: Anti-fascists in Florida are calling for anti-racists to oppose Richard Spencer, who will speak at the University of Florida in Gainesville on Thursday, October 19. Check out this call to mobilize against white supremacists in Shelbyville, TN on October 28. If you're in the Pacific Northwest, check out this tour of pipeline saboteurs coming to a city near you: October 18th – Phoenix, OR Phoenix Branch Library 510 W 1st St, Phoenix, OR 97535 6:30 – 9:30 pm October 20th – Portland, OR First Congregational Church 1126 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR 97205 7:00 – 9:00 pm Olympia, WA Date and Location TBD October 25th – Seattle, WA Pipsqueak Gallery 173 16th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122 6:30 – 8:30 PM Upcoming anarchist book fairs: The Los Angeles Anarchist Book Fair takes place October 28 and 29 at Leimert Park Plaza. The London Anarchist Book Fair also takes place on Saturday, October 28 at Park View School. Ongoing grassroots disaster relief efforts: Florida: Mutual Aid Disaster Relief Texas: Bayou Action Street Health, Greater Houston Grassroots Relief, World on My Shoulders, Austin Common Ground, the Black Women's Defense League, Redneck Revolt Houston, West Street Response Team, Houston Food Not Bombs California: Sonoma County IWW wildfire rebuilding fund Puerto Rico: Submedia's grassroots disaster relief support, Hurricane Maria Community Recovery Fund, Mutual Aid Disaster Relief: here and here. Also, check out Mutual Aid Disaster Relief's website for on-the-ground reports from Puerto Rico. Mexico: Oaxaca Earthquake Autonomous Solidarity Campaign There's a call to disrupt the International Association of Chiefs of Police conference in Philadelphia from October 21 to 24, including a march starting at Thomas Paine Plaza at 10 AM on October 21. Read the call to action here.. They also have set up a bail fund that you can donate to for anyone who gets arrested protesting the IACP. The Unist'ot'en camp in so-called British Columbia could use your help building houses in the path of planned pipelines. Support the Cascadia Forest Defenders website who are fighting against the logging of 2,500 acres of the Willamette National Forest. Fund an internationalist anti-fascist's return from fighting in Rojava. You can find the DropJ20 drop-the-charges call-in campaign here. Other anarchist podcast episodes mentioned in this Hotwire: Episodes 36 and 39 of The Ex-Worker delve deep into the revolution in Rojava. Hotwire #8 describes the police-facilitated photo-op that fascists enjoyed in Charlottesville last week. IGDcast's interview with Frank Lopez about Mutual Aid Disaster Relief and Puerto Rico. While not anarchist by any stretch of the imagination, The Gun Show episode of More Perfect has some good history on the origins of gun control as a tool for controlling black rebellion. CrimethInc. essays mentioned in this Hotwire: The Poetry of Flames: French Tales of Arson The 2018 Certain Days: Freedom for Political Prisoners calendar is now available! Your group can buy 10 or more at the rate of $10 each. Single issues are available from LeftWingBooks.net and AK Press. This year's theme is “Awakening Resistance,” and features art and writings by Jesus Barraza, Fight Toxic Prisons, Serena Tang, Andrea Ritchie, Roger Peet, Sophia Dawson, Rasmea Support Committee, EE Vera, Herman Bell, Fernando Marti, Alexandra Valiente, Billie Belo, Arlene Gallone Support Committee, Marius Mason, David Gilbert, UB Topia, April Rosenblum, Design Action Collective, Sundiata Acoli, CrimethInc, Annie Banks, Mutope Duguma, Xinachtli, Zola and more. You can sponsor copies for prisoners for only $8, postage included! Just be sure to specify their full legal name and prisoner number. Any questions can be sent to info@certaindays.org. Corrections & clarifications: In Hotwire #7 we stated that the Las Vegas shooting was the deadliest mass-shooting since the Wounded Knee Massacre of 1890. However, we discovered at least one other in the time since then. In 1898, white supremacists seized the city of Wilmington, North Carolina and massacred at least 60 black folks. Political prisoner support: Supporters of the anti-police brutality activist Reverend Joy Powell have organized a phone blast in support. Political Prisoner Seth Hayes is in urgent need of medical attention. His supporters are asking people to call the supervisor at Sullivan Correctional to demand that he be taken to Albany Medical Center as soon as possible. You can write Reverend Joy Powell at… Reverend Joy Powell 07G0632 Bedford Hills Correctional Facility P.O. Box 1000 Bedford Hills, NY 10507–2499 Here is the October 2017 Political Prisoner Birthday Poster, which you can use to organize a letter writing night. For a good introduction to writing prisoners, check out this guide from New York City Anarchist Black Cross. Political prisoner birthdays: Jalil Muntaqim (Anthony Jalil Bottom) #77-A–4283 Sullivan Correctional Facility Post Office Box 116 Fallsburg, New York 12733–0116 Address envelope to Anthony Bottom, address card to Jalil {October 18}
This week we bring you a slew of reports from anti-Columbus Day actions across so-called North America. We also fill you in on an inspiring prison uprising that took over McCormick prison in South Carolina. Prisoners even got on the roof! The political crisis in Catalonia continues, this week with violent fascist and pro-Spanish reaction. White supremacists descended on Charlottesville again this weekend, and there are some upcoming calls to anti-fascist action in the south, so listen until the end. Plus, we got all of our regular features like political prisoner birthdays, announcements for upcoming anarchist book fairs, and the repression roundup. {October 11, 2017} -------SHOW NOTES------ Table of Contents: Introduction {0:00} Headlines {1:53} #FuckColumbusDay {6:40} Charlottesville Anti-Fascism Interview {12:20} The Opioid Crisis and White Despair {15:58} Repression Roundup {20:55} Prisoner Birthdays {24:55} Next Week's News {25:47} Upcoming anarchist book fairs: The sixth annual anarchist book and propaganda gathering in Santiago, Chile will take place on October 14 and 15. The Los Angeles Anarchist Bookfair takes place October 28 and 29 at Leimert Park Plaza. The London Anarchist Bookfair also takes place on Saturday, October 28 at Park View School. Alerta! Alerta! Anti-fascists in Florida are calling for anti-racists to oppose Richard Spencer, who will speak at the University of Florida in Gainesville on October 19. Unicorn Riot reports that up to half a million dollars may be spent on security for Spencer's event, even though no one at the University of Florida has invited him to speak. Ongoing grassroots disaster relief efforts: Florida: Mutual Aid Disaster Relief Texas: Bayou Action Street Health, Greater Houston Grassroots Relief, World on My Shoulders, Austin Common Ground, the Black Women's Defense League, Redneck Revolt Houston, West Street Response Team, Houston Food Not Bombs Puerto Rico: Hurricane Maria Community Recovery Fund, Mutual Aid Disaster Relief: here and here. Mexico: Oaxaca Earthquake Autonomous Solidarity Campaign #FuckColumbusDay actions reportback found here. A must-read for this year's Columbus Day is this article by Indigenous Action Media about the limitations of Indigenous People's Day. Also check out the essay Resistance is Disaster Relief, published on Columbus Day by Mutual Aid Disaster Relief. Action items and reportback from the anti-fascists who opposed the white nationalist photo-op in Charlottesville, VA this weekend. Go here to donate to the bail and legal fund for those arrested in St. Louis after the no-guilty verdict for killer cop Jason Stockley. Go here for the bail fund for those arrested protesting the murder of queer anarchist Scout Schultz. We mention the new episode of Submedia's excellent show Trouble. This month's episode is on counter-insurgency. Submedia does great work, so throw them some taco money while they are fundraising this month. There's a call to disrupt the International Association of Chiefs of Police conference in Philadelphia from October 21 to 24, including a march starting at Thomas Paine Plaza at 10 AM on October 21. Read the call to action here.. You can find the DropJ20 drop-the-charges call-in campaign here. Freshet Collective is organizing legal support for the nearly 400 cases are still pending from Standing Rock. Natasha Lennard covers how 6 of the cases are nearly unprecedented federal charges faced by native activists. Other anarchist podcast episodes mentioned in this Hotwire: Episode 32 of The Ex-Worker, titled “White Supremacy and Capitalism, From 1492 to Ferguson.” Ex-Worker episode #56 about Charlottesville. Hotwire #4 has an interview with an anarchist DREAMer about how to support undocumented folks. Hotwire #5 covers the fatal police shooting of Scout Schultz, a queer anarchist Georgia Tech student. IGDcast's Audio Report From CVille: Media & Police Facilitate Nazi Photo Op. CrimethInc. essays mentioned in this Hotwire: How and Why to Organize Your Own Copwatch Group Green Scared? Preliminary Lessons of the Green Scare Catalunya: Facing Two Bad Options, Choose the Third. On the Showdown between Spain and Catalunya Democracy, Red in Tooth and Claw. On the Catalan Referendum: The Old State, a New State, or No State at All? From 15M to Podemos: The Regeneration of Spanish Democracy and the Maligned Promise of Chaos The Opioid Crisis: White Despair and the Scapegoating of People of Color Scout Schultz: Remembering Means Fighting. Mourning a Queer Activist and Anarchist Murdered by the Police The 2018 Certain Days: Freedom for Political Prisoners calendar is now available for bulk pre-orders. Your group can buy 10 or more at the rate of $10 each. Single issues are available from LeftWingBooks.net and AK Press. This year's theme is “Awakening Resistance,” and features art and writings by Jesus Barraza, Fight Toxic Prisons, Serena Tang, Andrea Ritchie, Roger Peet, Sophia Dawson, Rasmea Support Committee, EE Vera, Herman Bell, Fernando Marti, Alexandra Valiente, Billie Belo, Arlene Gallone Support Committee, Marius Mason, David Gilbert, UB Topia, April Rosenblum, Design Action Collective, Sundiata Acoli, CrimethInc, Annie Banks, Mutope Duguma, Xinachtli, Zola and more. You can sponsor copies for prisoners for only $8, postage included! Just be sure to specify their full legal name and prisoner number. Any questions can be sent to info@certaindays.org. Video of the two baby piglets freed by Direct Action Everywhere this past summer. Corrections & clarifications: In our reporting on the neo-Nazi Nordic Resistance Movement's march in Gothenburg last week, we were ignorant of some pretty important details. Namely, the fact that they specifically chose to march on the Jewish holy day of Yom Kippur and that their originally proposed march route was chosen to pass by a synagogue, a clear act of intimidation, if not staging for an outright attack. Anti-Semitism is growing along with right-wing nationalism, and the targeting of Jewish sites and symbols is something anarchists should not ignore—not in the least because of the rich history of Jewish anarchism and anti-fascism! Check out this delightfully cheeky book review for a brief introduction to the history of Jewish anarchism. Here is the October 2017 Political Prisoner Birthday Poster, which you can use to organize a letter writing night. For a good introduction to writing prisoners, check out this guide from New York City Anarchist Black Cross. Political prisoner birthdays: Robert Seth Hayes #74-A–2280 Sullivan Correctional Facility Post Office Box 116 Fallsburg, New York 12733–0116 {October 15} Jermaine Parker #1185800 MECC 18701 Old Highway 66 Pacific, MO 63069 {October 15}
We know you've been on the edge of your seat, waiting for see which candidate will receive the Ex-Worker's endorsement for president this year. In Episode 52, we offer an Ex-Voter's guide to the 2016 election, including an analysis of the risks we anticipate in its aftermath titled After the Election, the Reaction. There's lots of listener feedback to discuss, including advice for a young anarchist on less illegal or risky forms of anarchist action, updates about conflict between the Turkish state and the forces of Rojava, and a nuanced discussion of what “solidarity” really means, or should mean, in concrete terms. On the Chopping Block, we undertake a work of fiction for the first time, Nanni Balestrini's Vogliamo Tutto, or We Want Everything. There's also an announcement about some upcoming CrimethInc. developments, along with prisoner birthdays and more. We released this episode in tandem with an audio zine exploring anarchist critiques of voting, elections, and representative democracy, which you can download as Episode 51. {November 7, 2016} -------SHOW NOTES------ Our discussion of the 2016 Presidential election and its likely aftermath centered around After the Election, the Reaction, the recently published text from the CrimethInc. blog. It also included clips from Wavy Gravy, George Carlin, the Las Vegas Trump/Clinton debate, Trump's advisor Roger Stone, and Public Enemy. On the Chopping Block, we reviewed Vogliamo Tutto, or We Want Everything, by Nanni Balestrini. In our listener feedback discussions, we mentioned a wide range of less-risky ways to get involved, including organizing Really Really Free Markets, helping start a Solidarity Network, researching polluters and prison profiteers like CCA, the Geo Group, Enbridge, and VINCI, learning about electronic security and encryption and how to beat surveillance, screening video from SubMedia, raising money for political prisoners, solidarity groups in Rojava, or the occupation resisting the Dakota Access Pipeline, and lots more. We also referred to writings by anarchist people of color and writings about black anarchism, such as the work of Ashanti Alston, Black Anarchism: A Reader, Anarchism and the Black Revolution by Lorenzo Kom'boa Ervin, Anarchy Can't Fight Alone and other writings by Kuwasi Balagoon, African Anarchism by Sam Mbah](https://theanarchistlibrary.org/library/march–2012-interview-with-sam-mbah), Anarchist People of Color (APOC), and the zine Our Culture, Our Resistance. In our discussion of Turkey and Rojava, we mentioned this grim picture of the city of Nusaybin from occupied northern Kurdistan. The Noam Chomsky excerpt came from the 2001 CD “An American Addiction.” In our discussion of solidarity, we referred to Gabriel Kuhn's book Turning Money into Rebellion on solidarity-motivated Danish communist bank robbers - also check out the interview with Gabriel about the book on the Stand Up Fight Back podcast (their website is down, but you can find it via iTunes). We also mentioned our discussion of radical martyrs and martyrdom in Episode 50, Rojava Solidarity NYC, the Weather Underground, the George Jackson Brigade, Luciano “Tortuga” Pitronello's prison letters - we reviewed them in Episode 5, and interviewed Tortuga in Episode 30 - Oso Blanco, and the Phoenix Project. Prisoner birthdays last month: Justin Solondz #98291–011 FCI Oakdale I Post Office Box 5000 Oakdale, Louisiana 71463 {October 3rd} Joshua Stafford #57976–060 USP Tucson P.O. BOX 24550 Tucson, AZ 85734 Please address card/letter to Skelly, envelope to Joshua Stafford {October 3rd} Jamil Abdullah Al-Amin #99974–555 USP Tuscon Post Office Box 24550 Tuscon, Arizona 85734 {October 4th} David Gilbert #83-A–6158 Auburn Correctional Facility Post Office Box 618 Auburn, New York 13021 {October 6th} Michael Davis Africa #AM–4973 SCI Graterford Post Office Box 244 Graterford, Pennsylvania 19426–0244 {October 6th} Meral Smith Seguro Correctional Center 1252 East Arica Road Eloy, Arizona 85131 Please address card/letter to Malik, envelope to Meral Smith {October 8th} Robert Seth Hayes #74-A–2280 Sullivan Correctional Facility P.O. Box 116 Fallsburg, NY 12733–0116 {October 15th} Anthony J. Bottom #77A4283 Attica C.F. P.O. Box 149 Attica, NY 14011–0149 Please address card/letter to Jalil, envelope to Anthony Bottom {October 18th} Edward Goodman Africa #AM–4974 SCI Mahonoy 301 Morea Road Frackville, PA 17932 {October 31st}
Joining us all the way from Fallsburg in Kentucky, we have Tob Branham & Caleb Farley from the Fallsburg Fearplex. The Fallsburg Fearplex is a conglomeration of different attractions (Appalachian Nightmare 3D, Backwoods Blackout, Crazy Creek , Fallsburg Haunted House) and Hell’s Wagon Paintball under one roof; the Fearplex opens September 18th and runs Fridays and Saturdays until Halloween night.Ticket sales begin 30 minutes before dark and cease at midnight. The Fearplex is Cash only, with regular tickets at $22 and Speed Passes at $35. Hell’s Wagon Paintball is $10.http://www.hauntedattractionspodcast.com/e214/
Joining us all the way from Fallsburg in Kentucky, we have Tob Branham & Caleb Farley from the Fallsburg Fearplex. The Fallsburg Fearplex is a conglomeration of different attractions (Appalachian Nightmare 3D, Backwoods Blackout, corn maze, Crazy Creek, Hell's Wagon Paintball, Fallsburg Haunted House, Crazy Creek, and Haunted Hunt For Cash) under one roof; the fearplex opens September 18th and runs Fridays and Saturdays until Halloween night. For complete show notes, go to: http://www.hauntedattractionspodcast.com/e214