Podcasts about flashpoints

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. Today on the show: the 4th Annual 3-Day Walk for Immigrant Rights! The Northern California Coalition for Just Immigration Reform will march for citizenship for all: the Key Demands: NO to detention centers in Dublin or Alcatraz, and fight back against deportations & repression. The post Flashpoints – June 5, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Description Today's talk radio roundup centers on escalating immigration enforcement debates in South Carolina and beyond, as ICE-related operations, 287(g) partnerships, and state-level policy differences fuel heated discussion over how far law enforcement should go. The conversation also touches on political controversy, federal vs state authority, and comparisons to Florida's aggressive immigration model. The second half shifts into broader national security and foreign policy tensions, with commentary on Iran, U.S. military strategy, and global conflict concerns—reflecting a day dominated by high-intensity political rhetoric and competing visions of security and governance. Top Story South Carolina immigration enforcement becomes the focal point as talk hosts debate ICE cooperation, highway patrol authority, and whether the state is doing enough—or too little—compared to Florida-style enforcement systems. Key Segments 1. ICE Operations & State Enforcement Clash Discussion of reported ICE-related activity in Abbeville County sparks a broader argument over South Carolina's enforcement approach, including 287(g) agreements and whether local agencies should have expanded federal-style authority. 2. Florida vs South Carolina Immigration Strategy The show contrasts Florida's aggressive deputization model with South Carolina's more limited cooperation framework, framing it as a political and public safety divide heading into election season. 3. Highway Stops, Drug Interdiction & Enforcement Claims A critique of traffic-based interdiction operations raises questions about effectiveness, arrest totals, and whether current enforcement strategies meaningfully disrupt cartel activity. 4. Political Accountability & State Leadership Pressure Talk segments escalate into criticism of state leadership and legislative gridlock, with claims that promised immigration enforcement expansions have not fully materialized. 5. National Security & Foreign Policy Flashpoints The final segment pivots sharply into global tensions, including Iran, U.S. military posture, and Israel's strategic role—framed through a highly charged debate over escalation vs restraint. Notable Soundbites (Clean Pulls) “They're trying to look like they're doing something while failing to act.” “Florida did what others only talk about.” “It remains to be seen how effective these operations really are.” “This is now a national security conversation, not just local policy.” Context Tags South Carolina politics, ICE enforcement, 287(g), immigration policy, law enforcement strategy, Florida comparison, cartel interdiction, highway patrol, Iran conflict, Israel, U.S. foreign policy, talk radio commentary, election-year politics

Bioethics are a matter of practical, everyday concern for physicians, and other health care providers, especially as medical science continues to advance, opening up new therapeutic possibilities. In this episode of The Lancet Voice, the bioethicist and oncologist, Ezekiel Emanuel, talks about applying bioethics to some of today's most pressing health problems, globally.   Click here to read the full article: https://www.thelancet.com/journals/lancet/article/piis0140-6736(09)60137-9/fulltext

South Carolina politics just turned into a high-stakes family drama with national implications—endorsements, backroom deals, and accusations of a political machine tightening its grip on the governor's race. Meanwhile, the conversation explodes outward into global conflict, from Iran to Israel, and a broader debate about power, ideology, and influence in America.

This week on the Best of Flashpoints: A powerful new edition of the Electronic Intifada news cast with Nora Barrows Friedman; Also Jorge Torres, campaign director with NDLON, the national day Labor Organizing Network; He's in Newark NJ coordinating community support for the hunger strikers being brutalized in ICE dungeons; And A POWERFUL AND COURAGEOUS PROTEST ANTI-GENOCIDE ACTIVISTS WHO HELD THE LINE AND WERE ARRESTED AS PART OF THE BLCOKCADE OF WEAPONS FOR THE GENOCIDE IN PALESTINE. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post This Week on the Best of Flashpoints appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – May 25, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Today on the show: Israeli Genocideists, using US advanced weaponry bomb the living hell out of civilians in Southern Lebanon, killing and wounding dozens of women and children and men, with  advanced US weaponry: we'll feature the latest edition of  Electronic Intifada newscast with Nora Barrows Friedman: Also the Israelis attack the Gaze-bound Peace Flottila capsizing  boats and beating and wounding anti-genocide activists on the their way to deliver desperately needed food and and crucial medical supplies to the devastated Gaza strip: ANNE WRIGHT OF CODE PINK IS ON THE GROUND TO GREET THE WOUNDED: And Anita Barrows will share her latest gaza genocide poem. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – May 21, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

The show opens with Hour 1 focused on culture war and political flashpoints, including debate over women's sports, conservative activism, and a heated discussion about Illinois politics and the Chicago Bears potentially leaving the state over taxes and economic decline, alongside consumer issues like AI-driven social media manipulation and rising skepticism toward government policy ideas like tax restructuring. Hour 2 shifts into consumer and local policy concerns, including Missouri Lottery privacy debates, frustration over retail rounding practices, Waymo's regulatory hurdles, rising St. Louis water rates tied to infrastructure funding and Rams settlement money, and a major healthcare cost discussion with Ross Marchand centered on insurance premiums and liability-driven price inflation, before closing with viral national stories and pop culture commentary. Hour 3 broadens into global and economic pressure points, featuring analysis of Iran strategy and geopolitical risk from Jim Talent, followed by a deep dive into healthcare pricing distortions from Mark Densler regarding the 340B drug program and its impact on employers and taxpayers, and ending with consumer behavior debates over cash usage, penny rounding changes, tipping, and financial control concerns. Hour 4 returns to major political and cultural issues, opening with a St. Louis funding fight over water rates and Rams money, then moving to Shannon Bream previewing major Supreme Court cases and legal controversies, Griff Jenkins reporting from the Indy 500 with a Memorial Day tribute to fallen service members, and Byron Donalds closing with a sharp critique of Democratic foreign policy toward Cuba and broader accusations of political hypocrisy. Hashtags: #StLouis #SupremeCourt #Iran #HealthcareCosts #Cuba #Indy500 #MemorialDay #ChicagoBears #IllinoisPolitics #WaterRates #RamsMoney #USPolitics #CultureWar #Economy #TaxPolicy

Shannon Bream outlines a packed Supreme Court docket involving executive power cases, election law disputes, and the high-profile birthright citizenship challenge, noting skepticism from the bench and suggesting the administration may face an uphill ruling based on oral arguments. The conversation also touches on broader geopolitical issues, including potential legal action tied to Cuba's leadership and whether high-profile foreign indictments could realistically lead to trials in the U.S. The discussion shifts to Trump's proposed “anti-weaponization fund,” including controversy over whether January 6-related defendants could be eligible, with Bream noting political tension on both sides and concerns about optics given broader economic pressures. The segment closes with a preview of upcoming Fox News Sunday guests, including lawmakers and policy voices expected to weigh in on Iran, Cuba, and federal budget battles. Hashtags: #SupremeCourt #ShannonBream #BirthrightCitizenship #ExecutivePower #Cuba #Trump #J6 #LegalNews #FoxNewsSunday

The show opens with breaking coverage of a California church and daycare attack involving two teenage suspects, stolen firearms, and extremist markings, with early reports suggesting an armed civilian or security response may have prevented further casualties. That leads into a broader discussion of rising concerns about youth radicalization, violent crime trends, and how major incidents are framed and reported in real time. Attention then shifts to Missouri politics, where election officials face scrutiny over potential resistance to implementing a newly approved 7–1 congressional map, raising questions about compliance with state law and possible legal consequences for defiance of Supreme Court-backed redistricting. Public safety becomes a recurring theme as the show examines a late-night shooting near Keener Plaza in downtown St. Louis involving teenagers, highlighting concerns about curfew enforcement, staffing shortages in city policing, and whether outside assistance may increasingly be required to stabilize urban crime conditions. FBI Deputy Director Andrew Bailey joins the program to outline the administration's crime strategy, emphasizing reductions in violent crime, expanded gang and fentanyl enforcement, and internal FBI restructuring that shifts personnel toward field operations. He also discusses coordination with local and federal partners, preparations for major security events like World Cup matches in U.S. host cities including Kansas City, and broader efforts to modernize federal law enforcement response capabilities. The conversation then turns to national political scrutiny surrounding ActBlue, with reports of upcoming congressional testimony from its leadership amid allegations of foreign donation vetting failures and prior Fifth Amendment invocations by staff, intensifying concerns about transparency in campaign finance and potential foreign influence in U.S. elections. The show also briefly touches on federal appointments and confirmations tied to Missouri, including law enforcement and diplomatic roles, before closing with ongoing concerns about crime, political accountability, and institutional trust across multiple levels of government. Hashtags: #SanDiego #Crime #FBI #AndrewBailey #StLouis #KeenerPlaza #ActBlue #MissouriPolitics #ElectionIntegrity #PublicSafety #LawEnforcement #CampaignFinance #WorldCupSecurity

Today on the show: Have federal and state law enforcement agencies implemented programs that utilize private individuals and surveillance firms to track undocumented immigrants for financial rewards or bounties  in Sonoma Country; Also fighting back against brutal and illegal immigrant sweeps in San Francisco and the wider bay area. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – May 18, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

MoneyFM 89.3 Saturday Mornings Show host Glenn van Zutphen talks with Barbara Kelemen, Associate Director for Geoeconomics & Global Risks at Dragonfly on this week’s International News Review. We begin with the Iran conflict, which is now sending shockwaves through global energy markets. Tankers are breaking down under a flood of tainted fuel, supply chains are tightening. Barbara explains how this crisis is reshaping risk assessments for governments and multinationals across Asia, the world’s largest energy‑importing region. We then zoom out to the global macro outlook, where geopolitical volatility, fragmented regulation, and rising protectionism are creating a more complex operating environment for businesses. Barbara shares Dragonfly’s geopolitical forecast for the second half of 2026, including the flashpoints to watch and the scenarios that could shift markets overnight. Finally, we look at the APAC impact: how companies in Singapore and across the region are adapting their strategies, diversifying supply chains, and preparing for a world defined by uncertainty.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on the show:  Well be joined by Palestinian Author Mohanad Alsayed, whose powerful  new memoir, Scars and Medals blends personal history with a powerful political awakening and harrowing escape during the first Israeli Intifada: And we will also  remember the IDF bulldozing murder of 23 year old Rachel Corrie, a contributor to Flashpoints, 23 years ago during the second Intifada. RACHEL WAS MURDERED A COUPLE OF DAYS BEFORE SHE WAS TO APPEAR ON FLASHPOINTS FOR ANOTHER INTERVIEW IN A SERIES FEATURING THE BRAVE YOUNG MEMBERS OF THE INTERNATIONAL SOLIDARITY MOVEMENT. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Well Be Joined by Palestinian Author Mohanad Alsayed appeared first on KPFA.

Hour 1 opens in the station's temporary studio with on-air adjustments, technical hiccups, and countdown chatter about returning to the main studio, before quickly shifting into political and cultural flashpoints. The hour breaks down a reported confrontation involving Rand Paul's son, who allegedly made anti-Semitic remarks toward Congressman Mike Lawler during a drunken incident in Washington, sparking debate over accountability, political legacy, and public apologies. The discussion moves into a “Kim on a Whim” segment centered on Planet Fitness, where a woman claims her membership was canceled after reporting a transgender-identifying individual in the women's locker room, fueling a broader argument over corporate gender policies, liability fears, and women's safety in shared facilities. The hour escalates further into a political rhetoric debate after a viral video of an Atlanta activist calling for laws that could justify executing political opponents under expanded terrorism statutes, prompting concerns about rising extremism and normalization of violent language in politics. Throughout the hour, the hosts weave in commentary on polling, redistricting battles, and claims of institutional bias, framing a broader narrative of escalating cultural and political conflict in the United States. Hashtags: #RandPaul #MikeLawler #PlanetFitness #Antifa #PoliticalViolence #CultureWar #Election2026 #Redistricting #FreeSpeech #LockerRoomDebate #Politics #MorningShow

Today's episode dives into a high-voltage political clash over redistricting, accusations of systemic fraud in federal programs, courtroom battles involving high-profile cases, and escalating cultural disputes tied to schools, immigration, and national policy direction. From state-level power struggles to global economic anxiety, the conversation centers on one theme: control—of money, policy, and institutions. COLD OPEN (HOOK): “They say it's about maps. About districts. About process. But what if it's really about power—who controls it, who loses it, and what happens when every side thinks the system is rigged against them?” EPISODE BREAKDOWN: SEGMENT 1 — “THE REDISTRICTING FIRESTORM” Heated political battle over congressional maps and state-level control Accusations of party betrayal and internal GOP division Debate over whether districts are competitive or structurally locked in Tension between national strategy and state leadership decisions KEY LINE: “This isn't just about maps—it's about who holds the majority when everything is on the line.” SEGMENT 2 — “FRAUD, SPENDING & FEDERAL SYSTEM TRUST” Claims of widespread Medicaid and federal program fraud concentration in specific regions Debate over audit findings, error rates, and oversight breakdowns Discussion of bureaucratic resistance to financial system access and transparency Broader concern: how large-scale programs are monitored and controlled KEY THEME: “Is the system failing—or is it being actively gamed?” SEGMENT 3 — “COURTS, CASES & LEGAL CONTROVERSY” Ongoing legal disputes tied to high-profile civil cases and appeals Questions about jury decisions, judicial assignments, and appeals process Claims of politicization of legal outcomes and repeated litigation cycles Broader concern about trust in judicial neutrality SEGMENT 4 — “GLOBAL DEALS & ECONOMIC ANXIETY” Debate over major international investment discussions and trade deals Concerns about foreign influence in domestic industries Questions about long-term strategic dependency vs economic growth Inflation pressures tied to energy markets and global logistics KEY QUESTION: “Is this economic expansion—or strategic exposure?” SEGMENT 5 — “CULTURE, SCHOOLS & NATIONAL IDENTITY FLASHPOINTS” Loud cultural disputes over school policies and safety concerns Allegations of institutional failure and political response Immigration and foreign student enrollment decline discussed as policy outcome Broader tension over values, governance, and public trust CLOSING THOUGHT: Across every segment—politics, courts, economics, and culture—the same conflict emerges: competing narratives over whether institutions are broken, biased, or simply overwhelmed by scale and change. SOCIAL CAPTION: Power struggles, policy battles, and cultural collisions—today's show breaks down what's really driving the chaos in politics, courts, and the economy. #Hashtags: #Politics #Redistricting #Economy #FraudClaims #Courts #CultureWar #Amperwave #NewsAnalysis

Today's episode pulls together a full day of heated political commentary and breaking narratives spanning state-level redistricting battles, allegations of federal fraud and spending abuse, courtroom controversies, global trade and geopolitical tensions, and escalating cultural conflicts in education and public policy. Across every topic, the central question remains the same: who controls the system—and who benefits from it? COLD OPEN (HOOK): “From state capitols to federal courts, from school boards to global negotiations—today's stories all orbit one idea: trust in institutions is breaking down, and every side is fighting to define why.” EPISODE SEGMENTS SEGMENT 1 — “THE REDISTRICTING POWER STRUGGLE” Intense political conflict over congressional map redraws and state legislative control Accusations of party betrayal, internal division, and strategic obstruction Debate over competitiveness vs engineered outcomes in electoral districts Friction between governors, legislative leaders, and national political forces CORE QUESTION: Is redistricting about fairness—or control of Congress itself? SEGMENT 2 — “FRAUD, SPENDING & FEDERAL SYSTEMS UNDER SCRUTINY” Claims of large-scale fraud and error rates in federal programs like Medicaid Discussion of concentrated spending patterns in specific counties and ZIP codes Allegations of bureaucratic resistance to oversight and system transparency Broader debate over how effectively government spending is monitored KEY THEME: Is the system inefficient—or structurally vulnerable to abuse? SEGMENT 3 — “COURTS, CASES & LEGAL BATTLES” Ongoing legal disputes involving high-profile civil judgments and appeals Debate over jury decisions, judicial assignments, and perceived politicization of outcomes Questions about repeated litigation and reputational damage through legal processes Broader concerns about confidence in judicial neutrality and consistency SEGMENT 4 — “GLOBAL TRADE, CHINA & ECONOMIC PRESSURE” Discussion of major international investment discussions and potential large-scale trade deals Concerns about foreign influence in U.S. manufacturing and strategic industries Inflation pressures tied to energy markets, logistics, and global supply chains Debate over whether economic partnerships strengthen or expose national vulnerabilities KEY QUESTION: Where is the line between economic growth and strategic dependency? SEGMENT 5 — “CULTURE, EDUCATION & SOCIAL CONFLICT” Heated disputes over school policies, safety, and administrative transparency Ongoing cultural divide around identity, student protections, and institutional rules Concerns about public trust in education systems and local governance Broader national debate over values and policy direction in public schools SEGMENT 6 — “IMMIGRATION, LABOR & NATIONAL POLICY SHIFTS” Reports of declining foreign student enrollment in U.S. universities Debate over immigration policy impacts on higher education and labor markets Competing arguments about domestic opportunity vs global talent reliance CLOSING THOUGHT: Across politics, courts, economics, and culture, today's themes converge on a single tension: institutions are under pressure, trust is fragmenting, and every major system is being challenged—either for failing its mission or for being deliberately reshaped. SOCIAL CAPTION: A full day of political firestorms, economic concerns, court battles, and cultural clashes—today's episode connects the dots across a divided America. #Hashtags: #Politics #Economy #Courts #Redistricting #CultureWar #Immigration #Energy #Amperwave #NewsAnalysis

Rising tensions between India and Pakistan are once again drawing global attention – but they're also part of a much bigger story. As China and the West compete for influence through military technology, strategic alliances, and shifting defence deals, regional conflicts like the one over Kashmir are becoming flashpoints in a wider struggle for global power.We explore the roles China and the West are playing behind the scenes. Our experts discuss how their rivalry is reshaping not just diplomacy and security, but the military and economic order itself. This timely event explores how today's conflicts are part of a deeper contest to define the world's next chapter.

From judicial reform battles at home to rising geopolitical tension abroad, today's headlines point to one theme: power struggles everywhere. DESCRIPTION On today's AmperWave Daily, multiple storylines collide across law, politics, and global security. At home, fierce debate continues over judicial authority, redistricting rulings, and whether proposed reforms could reshape the structure of U.S. courts and election maps. Supporters frame it as correcting legal imbalance. Critics warn it risks destabilizing institutional norms. Overseas, a high-stakes diplomatic and economic moment unfolds as Donald Trump travels with senior officials including Marco Rubio, amid renewed tensions with China and the Chinese Communist Party. Business leaders, including Elon Musk, are also tied into broader economic discussions involving trade, manufacturing, and strategic supply chains. Meanwhile, geopolitical concerns intensify around Iran-related security issues, regional intermediaries, and accusations involving influence networks stretching across Pakistan, the Middle East, and Asia—fueling debate over U.S. military posture and diplomatic strategy.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – May 11, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Jaws of Justice Radio investigates how we can achieve justice from a system of laws deeply rooted in economic, social and political inequality.  We want to dispel misconceptions created by the news and entertainment industry, politicians and our educational system. We hope you will listen. We open our hour and hear a recent Flashpoints Newsmagazine produced by Mike “Biggz” McKenna about the Trump administrations attacks on workers' rights, women's rights and equality with Jessica Ramey Stender, the Policy Director with Equal Rights Advocates. Flashpoints Daily Newsmagazine is produced at WPFA, Berkeley, CA and is produced by Dennis Bernstein. In the second part of our hour, Jaws of Justice host, Terri Wilke, and Justice Johnson will talk with their guest, Christopher Standish, CEO and Founder of Standish913, about a new documentary he is producing, “Locked Up Abroad, Are We in Jail?”, a romance to remand experience. In July of 2025, Christopher was romantically involved with a woman who lived in Canada and he flew to visit her.  Christoper is legally blind.  Imagine his surprise when he landed in the Edmonton Remand Centre where he was held for 56 days because of her false complaint that he had possession of her smart phone. The Edmonton Remand Centre is a large provincial pre-trial detention facility in Alberta, Canada, designed to house individuals awaiting trial or sentencing. Opened in 2013, it is one of Canada's largest, with a capacity for 1,952 inmates, and operates solely through video visitation rather than in-person visits. Christopher will talk with us about his experience being held without cause, without sight and by a government that was in argument with the Trump Administration at that time and which may have wanted to establish its authority. On Jaws of Justice, we examine how to find justice in our society.  Justice will not be served until those who are unaffected are as outraged as those who are. https://kkfi.org/listen/

Breaking news leads today's episode as reported retaliatory U.S. strikes target Iranian-linked maritime threats following reported attacks on U.S. naval assets in the region. The discussion expands into escalating tensions in the Strait of Hormuz, ongoing military exchanges, and conflicting intelligence assessments about the scope of remaining missile capabilities. The second half of the show shifts into broader political commentary, including allegations of foreign interference in U.S. elections, claims of intelligence community misconduct, and renewed debate over global alliances, cybersecurity, and geopolitical influence operations. All content is presented as commentary and claims discussed within the broadcast transcript.

Hour 2 opens with a light Cinco de Mayo mention before quickly moving into global energy stakes, as Lucas Tomlinson reports live from Dubai on escalating conflict in the Strait of Hormuz, Iranian missile and drone strikes on UAE infrastructure, U.S. naval escorts, and a broader effort to reopen critical shipping lanes that could reshape global oil markets and accelerate geopolitical realignment. The focus then shifts home in the “St. Louis Morning Brief,” where bipartisan legislation targets persistent USPS delivery failures after audits reveal systemic delays, while residents also face confusion from malfunctioning tornado sirens tied to automated system errors. Local frustration continues with criticism of the juvenile justice system after teens involved in car break-ins—including a 14-year-old with a stolen firearm—are released back to their parents with minimal consequences. The hour closes with “In Other News,” covering personal proposal stories, McDonald's plan to eliminate self-serve soda machines, and pop culture controversies including rapper M.I.A. being removed from a tour after political comments and Britney Spears resolving a reckless driving case through probation. Hashtags: #StraitOfHormuz #LucasTomlinson #UAEConflict #StLouisNews #PostalService #TornadoSirens #JuvenileCrime #InOtherNews #McDonalds #MIA #BritneySpears

Today on Flashpoints: We devote the entire hour to Haiti. We'll speak with our clandestine correspondent on the ground in Port au Prince about the situation facing 1.5 million people internally displaced in makeshift camps. Then we pivot to a discussion of the harrowing situation facing hundreds of thousands of Haitians who will be deported back to Haiti if the Trump administration has its way. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints Devotes the Entire Hour to Haiti appeared first on KPFA.

Quantum Nurse https://graceasagra.com/ Freedom International Livestream Thursday, April 30, 2026 @ 12:00 PM EST Guest: Col Roxanne Towner-Watkins Topic: GLOBAL FLASHPOINTS: Power Shifts Ahead     Podcaster: https://rumble.com/c-4232602    X: @ColonelTowner –    Truth Social: @ColonelWatkins     Substack: https://coltowner.substack.com/     Bio: Colonel Roxane Towner-Watkins' distinguished career spans military service and civilian success. Beginning as an aircraft maintenance technician in the U.S. Air Force, she rose through the ranks to hold leadership roles at the Pentagon and U.S. Central Command during critical post-9/11 operations. After retiring, she pursued advanced degrees in Strategic Studies and Construction Management and transitioned to real estate investment, focusing on community revitalization. Her journey exemplifies dedication, leadership, and the power of combining military discipline with entrepreneurial vision.     Special Guest Hosts:   Drago Bosnic BRICS portal (infobrics.org) Telegram -CerFunhouse   www.GlobalResearch.Ca Warren Monty Quesnell Facebook – Citizen Journalist NICK PITRUZELLO (Algo Cowboy)              https://www.youtube.com/@AlgoFactory   Nikki Watson               https://www.youtube.com/@beyondthelinespodcast1                         Creator Host:   Grace Asagra, RN MA Podcast:  Quantum Nurse: Out of the Rabbit Hole from Stress to Bliss TIP/DONATE LINK for Grace Asagra @ Quantum Nurse Podcast https://patron.podbean.com/QuantumNurse https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=FHUXTQVAVJDPU Venmo - @Grace-Asagra 609-203-5854 WELLNESS RESOURCES Premier Research Labs - https://prlabs.com/customer/account/create/code/59n84f/ - 15% discount - 15%_59N84F_05

Flashpoints Flashback interviews with Dr. Foad Izadi in Tehran, Iran talking about the situation facing his country after the US/Israeli bombing campaign. Then we return to Beirut, Lebanon under attack by Israel with Hanady Salman. The post Flashpoints Flashback: Dr. Foad Izadi in Tehran & Hanady Salman Reports from Beirut, Lebanon appeared first on KPFA.

Full Show - “Strait Talk & Power Plays: From Call-Ins to Global Flashpoints” full 7516 Fri, 17 Apr 2026 14:25:00 +0000 4BeW9ZABWfkDLRQNvYJipHuOP4GzgIwS news The Tara Show news Full Show - “Strait Talk & Power Plays: From Call-Ins to Global Flashpoints” Tara presides over the Upstate's #1 all news/talk morning show every weekday on News/Talk 989 WORD.Tara's faithful listeners are affectionately known as "Tara-ists" because of their passion and participation in the show. Tara was named 2021 Best News Talk Show and Best overall Personality, AGAIN, by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association! Tara took home the same honors in 2018 and was also named 2016 "Personality of the Year!" In addition, Tara has also won over two dozen state and national journalism awards for column writing, news reporting and investigative reporting while working for three newspapers and writing for a variety of national publications. She won a first place reporting award from the North Carolina Press Association for an investigative series about the weaknesses in Charlotte's overburdened court system, which regularly let murderers off the hook with less than 15 years in prison. Due to her work, that system has been reformed. Tara is also a winner of the prestigious first place Green Eyeshade Award, a national award for column writing from The Society of Professional Journalists. Tara took to the airwaves about 15 years ago to do a radio show heard up and down the coast and fell in love with bypassing her editors to talk straight to the people. Tara hasn't stopped reporting, and still brings her investigative journalism to the show. Tara is a mom, wife and talk radio convert-- and weekday mornings she's live and local on News/Talk 989 WORD. Are you a "Tara-ist"? It's time to get captured!      2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://play

H3: Tax Relief, State Fury & Foreign Flashpoints: The Triple Narrative Showdown full 1771 Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:10:00 +0000 bC57xkGkJYKLoQb5QHKN2gFeEkZo7tYD news The Tara Show news H3: Tax Relief, State Fury & Foreign Flashpoints: The Triple Narrative Showdown Tara presides over the Upstate's #1 all news/talk morning show every weekday on News/Talk 989 WORD.Tara's faithful listeners are affectionately known as "Tara-ists" because of their passion and participation in the show. Tara was named 2021 Best News Talk Show and Best overall Personality, AGAIN, by the South Carolina Broadcasters Association! Tara took home the same honors in 2018 and was also named 2016 "Personality of the Year!" In addition, Tara has also won over two dozen state and national journalism awards for column writing, news reporting and investigative reporting while working for three newspapers and writing for a variety of national publications. She won a first place reporting award from the North Carolina Press Association for an investigative series about the weaknesses in Charlotte's overburdened court system, which regularly let murderers off the hook with less than 15 years in prison. Due to her work, that system has been reformed. Tara is also a winner of the prestigious first place Green Eyeshade Award, a national award for column writing from The Society of Professional Journalists. Tara took to the airwaves about 15 years ago to do a radio show heard up and down the coast and fell in love with bypassing her editors to talk straight to the people. Tara hasn't stopped reporting, and still brings her investigative journalism to the show. Tara is a mom, wife and talk radio convert-- and weekday mornings she's live and local on News/Talk 989 WORD. Are you a "Tara-ist"? It's time to get captured!      2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False https://playe

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – March 31, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Boortz weighs in on recent protests tied to groups like the Party for Socialism and Liberation, mall disturbances, and reparations debates in places like Evanston, Illinois. He also highlights comments from Pramila Jayapal, framing the issues as part of a broader political and cultural divide.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boortz weighs in on recent protests tied to groups like the Party for Socialism and Liberation, mall disturbances, and reparations debates in places like Evanston, Illinois. He also highlights comments from Pramila Jayapal, framing the issues as part of a broader political and cultural divide.Atlanta's ONLY All Conservative News & Talk Station.: https://www.xtra1063.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – March 27, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Energy prices falling, stocks under pressure, and rate cut expectations wobbling to end the week: Carl Quintanilla, Sara Eisen, and Michael Santoli discussed the latest for stocks before breaking down what comes next with Truist's Chief Investment Officer - along with more on the Fed's next moves here according to one former Fed president. Plus: Council on Foreign Relations President Michael Froman joined the team with 2 flashpoints he says could force an escalation in the Iran war... While the former head of CISA gave his read on the implications for cybersecurity.  Also this hour: details on the dramatic chip smuggling scandal slamming shares of Super Micro.   Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today on show: Culture Clash Founder, and award winning playwright, Richard Montoya joins us for an update on ice crack-downs and related racist behavior by the Trump Troops: also The United Farm Workers continuing their important work, after serious revelations of abuse by UFW co-founder, Cesar Chavez The post Flashpoints – March 20, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Show recorded on March 16, 2026: This week's episode unpacks why reopening the Strait of Hormuz is far more complex than it appears — and how disruptions there could send shockwaves through the global economy. Hosted by Andrew Chang of the Canadian Broadcasting System, the discussion features Major (Ret.) Mike Lyon, Middle East policy expert Kamran Bokhari, CBC's Peter Armstrong, and Daniel Byman of the Center for Strategic and International Studies. Mike and Laureen remember the lives of the MacDill airmen lost over the Strait. Drawing on insights from CNN's Fareed Zakaria and former U.S. National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, the hosts explore why U.S. and Israeli objectives in Iran may be diverging. The episode also examines how these global tensions are reverberating at home, from controversies surrounding political rhetoric in New York City to campus debates at Cornell and antisemitic activity at the University of Florida.   Thank you for listening, sharing and subscribing to The Third Opinion Podcast!

Today on the show: Flashpoints special commentator, Arun Gupta reflects on the depth of racism that continues to drive the US/Israeli Wars against Palestine and Iran: Also Richard Silverstein of Tikun Olam reports on how the recent synagogue attack in the US may very well be blowback from the ongoing Israel's slaughter in Lebanon. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Arun Gupta Reflects on the Depth of Racism that Continues to Drive the US/Israeli Wars Against Palestine and Iran appeared first on KPFA.

Today on the show: Flashpoints special correspondent, Gloria La Riva reports from Cuba on Trumps latest plans for US intervention in Cuba: Also Richard Becker, co-founder of answer coalition, analyzes the growing resistance to Trump's Wars: Becker says Answer Coalition is part of a growing opposition movement to Trump's imposition of authoritarian rule. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints Special Correspondent, Gloria La Riva on Trumps Latest Plans for US Intervention in Cuba appeared first on KPFA.

Today on show: we'll be joined by the legendary Dolores Huerta, co-founder of the United Farmworkers, with Cesar Chavez: Dolores joins us today to speak out on an immigrants rights, and the rights of the Undocumented, in face of expanding ice round-ups and crack-down. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – March 6, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – March 5, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – March 4, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

Today on show: Culture Clash Founder, and award winning playwright, Richard Montoya joins us today to talk about the ongoing battles against Ice anti-immigrant violence: and also joining the discussion, Professor Lorena Gonzalez, Counselor and La Raza studies faculty member, at Contra Costa college The post Flashpoints – February 27, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – February 26, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

You will not see the reality of Cuba on your nightly corporate news. You will hear State Department talking points. You will hear politicians in Washington and Miami demanding ‘regime change'. As an airtight, suffocating U.S. blockade by consecutive administrations continues to tighten like a noose —a TRUMP/RUBIO blockade deliberately designed to inflict maximum hunger, energy blackouts, and despair on 11 million people. What the United States is waging today on the people of Cuba is not diplomacy; it is a calculated, hybrid war of economic strangulation. An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – February 25, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

TODAY ON  THE SHOW: The US Continues its non-stop destabilization actions against Cuba: Gloria La Riva Reports…And The expanding impacts of Ice Crack-downs in the Bay Area and across California.  Kids afraid to go to school their parents live in fear of getting arrested on the way to work The post Flashpoints – February 24, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – February 23, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – February 20, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – February 19, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

An award winning front-line investigative news magazine, that focuses on human, civil and workers right, issues of war and peace, Global Warming, racism and poverty, and other issues. Hosted by Dennis J. Bernstein. The post Flashpoints – February 18, 2026 appeared first on KPFA.

In Episode 59 of Alphas Make Sandwiches, Ashe in America, Abbey Blue Eyes, Christy Lupo, and Jackie Espada unpack the week's cultural and political headlines with sharp commentary and personal perspective. The conversation moves through trending media narratives, public reactions to controversial moments, and the broader implications of how stories are framed and amplified online. The hosts examine the emotional temperature of the culture right now, discussing accountability, double standards, and the growing divide between public perception and lived reality. They reflect on how social pressure influences speech, relationships, and community, while emphasizing the importance of discernment and courage in a rapidly shifting landscape. With candid exchanges, moments of humor, and thoughtful critique, Ep. 59 delivers a grounded discussion rooted in the specific events and commentary covered in this episode's conversation.

Charlie didn’t always love the NFL, but he did love football and always had a lot to say about it. This episode runs through Charlie’s many takes on the Super Bowl and its associated spectacle, from halftime shows and ads to his personal experience as a long-suffering Chicago Bears fan. Watch every episode ad-free on members.charliekirk.com! Get new merch at charliekirkstore.com!Support the show: http://www.charliekirk.com/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.