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In an extremely divisive era of politics, is it possible to reconcile with family members whom you disagree with, and whose beliefs you might even feel are dangerous? Gabriel Jason Dean wrote a play, “RIFT, OR WHITE LIES”, based on his experience with his brother, who joined a white supremacist gang in prison. He joins us along with Philadelphia native Frank Meeink, author of "Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead", who is giving a talkback at the show. They both speak with Racquel Williams about what draws people to white supremacist groups and what it takes to leave. See “RIFT, OR WHITE LIES” presented by InterAct Theatre Company now through April 27. Then, on Shara in the City, we get to know Philly's thriving dodgeball community. Shara Dae Howard is rolling up her sleeves and getting on the court to see what all the hype is about. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Frank Meeink is a former skinhead and white supremacist who underwent a profound transformation after spending time in prison. His journey to redemption began with self-reflection and a desire for change. After leaving his past behind, Meeink embraced a more inclusive worldview, eventually discovering his Jewish roots. Today, he practices Judaism actively, using his experiences to advocate against hate and promote understanding among diverse communities. He has the ultimate teshuva story of returning back to Hashem.   WARNING: Trigger warning.   ✬ SPONSORS OF THE EPISODE ✬   ► Sword2Shekel: Be There for the People of Israel    Whether it's a restaurant, jewelry store or other small company, your donation directly helps business owners stay afloat with an influx of lifesaving cash.    Help Here→ https://bit.ly/4e8ZXeL ► Esrog Shopper: Order now to get your Gorgeous Esrog & Lulav for Succos. The ultimate, convenient & personalized esrog shopping experience! Get 5% OFF with PROMO: INSPIRE Get yours here → https://EsrogShopper.com   or call 732-447-4846     ► Twillory: The Best Suits & Shirts   Use promo code: INSPIRE for $18 OFF    →  Here: https://Twillory.com/    ► BitBean: Industry Leading Enterprise Software for Innovative   Seeking to optimize operations and scale your business? Bitbean empowers ambitious businesses with tailored software solutions. Automate workflows, streamline data management, and empower your workforce all while reducing your employee overhead by 30% or more. Contact Bitbean today for a FREE CONSULTATION     →  https://bitbean.link/xgixES   ✬ IN MEMORY OF ✬    This episode is in memory of:    • Shimon Dovid ben Yaakov Shloima    • Miriam Sarah bas Yaakov Moshe    ✬ Donate and Inspire Millions (Tax-Deductible) ✬     Your generous donation enables us at Living Lchaim to share uplifting messages globally, enrich lives, and foster positive change worldwide! Thank you!     https://www.LivingLchaim.com/donate   Our free call-in-to-listen feature is here:    • USA: (605) 477-2100    • UK: 0333-366-0154    • ISRAEL: 079-579-5088    Have a specific question? email us hi@livinglchaim.comWhatsApp us feedback and get first access to episodes: 914-222-5513    Lchaim. 

Frank Meeink is a former white supremacist skinhead gang member in the United States.  After a three-year stint in prison, he left the racist skinhead movement and now lectures against it.

Today I am joined by Frank Meeink who is a former member of the white supremacist skinhead gang. Frank put in a lot of work to further their gang's operations at any cost. He had his own TV show where he would teach people racism. He would also go on to land himself in prison for a number of years after he was arrested for beating a man very badly. He exposes how they recruit people to their gang, how they would serve their gang by hurting people of color, and their illegal operations. You'll hear all about it today. Frank has completely turned his life around and understands that the gang he was with was a terrible thing to be involved with. Revolutionizing Your Journey: Travel With Points & MilesHear travel stories from everyday people who learned how to travel for (nearly) freeListen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

"Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead (Story as Told to Jody M. Roy, Ph.D.)" is a gripping narrative of Frank Meeink's journey into the depths of the neo-Nazi underworld in America, and his subsequent emergence from a life filled with hatred and substance abuse. Growing up in a violent environment in South Philadelphia set Frank on a path towards hatred, and his struggles with addiction left him vulnerable to the influence of a few skinhead gang recruiters. By the age of 16, he had risen to prominence as a leading figure among skinhead gangs on the East Coast, and by 18, he was serving a lengthy prison sentence. Inside prison, his interactions with minorities led him to question his long-held prejudices. Tune in to discover what led him to renounce his neo-Nazi group and eventually embrace Judaism. Frank's story is as powerful an example of personal redemption and teshuva (returning/repentance) that you're ever going to hear.  --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/judaismdemystified/support

Frank Meeink is a renowned speaker, author, and activist, widely recognized for his efforts in combating racial hatred and extremism. Meeink is the author of "Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead," and his story has been featured in numerous documentaries and news outlets, including Steven Spielberg's "Why We Hate," and on major networks such as CNN, MSNBC, Fox News, MTV, VH1, BET, and NPR, highlighting his expertise and experiences in the field of hate group dynamics and reform. In addition to his literary contributions, Meeink has been an active voice in community outreach and education. He has spoken widely about his experiences, and co-founded “Life After Hate,” an organization dedicated to helping individuals leave extremist groups. His journey took a profound turn when he discovered his Jewish heritage, leading him to convert to Judaism and reinforcing his commitment to promote love over hate. Recognized for his impactful work, Meeink received the Civil Rights Hero of the Year award from the Anti-Defamation League in 2016. His testimony before the United States Congress on the infiltration of white supremacy in police departments further underscores his commitment to societal change and his role as a leading figure in the fight against racism and extremism. --- Please rate and review the Empowered Jewish Living podcast on whatever platform you stream it. Please follow Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum and the Lev Experience on the following channels: Facebook: @shlomobuxbaum Instagram: @shlomobuxbaum YouTube: TheLevExperience Pick up a copy of Rabbi Shlomo Buxbaum's second book, "⁠The Four Elements of Inner Freedom: The Exodus Story as a Model for Overcoming Challenges and Achieving Personal Breakthroughs⁠". You can order a copy on⁠ Amazon⁠ or in your local Jewish bookstore.

Today on Crime & Entertainment we speak with Frank Meeink. The movie American History X is loosely based on Frank's life which he details in this interview. Frank grew up in South Philly and grew up in an Irish/Italian household. Eventually he went to live with his dad in South Philly in an all black neighborhood and got into numerous fights where he was one of the only few white kids. He eventually went and visited his family in rural Lancaster County. He learned Neo Nazi beliefs and ended up become a leader of the national skinhead movement.  He quickly rose through the ranks and became a high ranking member of this movement. Eventually this would land him in prison and eventually after his release he would turn away from this life style and become an activist against it. Buy Frank's book here: https://www.amazon.com/Autobiography-...Like us on Facebook -  https://www.facebook.com/crimeandentertainmentFollow us on Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/crimenentertainment/Listen on Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/4T67Bs5...Listen on Apple Music - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast...Listen on Stitcher - https://www.stitcher.com/show/crime-e...Listen on Google Podcast - https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0...Listen on Amazon Music - https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/9cd...#film #acting #redemption #prison

This week on the show we delve into a very interesting individual named Frank Meeink. Frank grew up in South Philly in a rough situation and would ultimately live for a summer in rural Pennsylvania where he developed Neo Nazi beliefs. He served several years in prison and is now an activist against it. A truly fascinating story.  Go check out MyBookie! https://mybookie.website/joinwithSITDOWN Use Promo Code: SITDOWN to get 50% match on deposits up to $1,000 + $10 casino chip FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @sitdowncrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on the show we delve into a very interesting individual named Frank Meeink. Frank grew up in South Philly in a rough situation and would ultimately live for a summer in rural Pennsylvania where he developed Neo Nazi beliefs. He served several years in prison and is now an activist against it. A truly fascinating story.  Go check out MyBookie! https://mybookie.website/joinwithSITDOWN Use Promo Code: SITDOWN to get 50% match on deposits up to $1,000 + $10 casino chip FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: @sitdowncrimepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Frank Meeink is a former white-supremacist, now human and civil rights activist, standing against the growth of mass incarceration. In 2020, he testified before congress about Neo-Nazis in law enforcement and you will love his story about the Ben Franklin Museum. This one is “intensely uplifting!”Please rate us on Apple and Spotify and subscribe for free at mikeyopp.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit mikeyopp.substack.com/subscribe

This Pink Cloud S4E26 DJ Kelly Reverb (RSPS), Chad LeMans, and Dusty Burrows (LPC/ LCDC) sit down w/Frank Meeink - FORMER Neo-Nazi turned anti-Semetic activist. Author and founder of https://www.lifeafterhate.org/ . Be sure to hit up Max for all your personal injury attorney needs.... https://lonestarinjuryattorneys.com/ Tell him Kelly sent you... t shirts available at https://www.djkellyreverb.com/shop #addiction #recovery #podcast #trending #mentalhealth --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thispinkcloud/support

From his days as one of Philly's most violent Nazi Skinheads to his transformation of sobriety and Judaism. Frank Meeink talks about his life on the run and his prison time for kidnapping and assault. Now days, Frank fights for racial equality, he uses his love for all people to help bridge the gap between cops and community.

This week, Laura and Todd return with a powerfully moving and at times unbelievable story of triumph with their first guest of Season 2, Frank Meeink. Frank is a former white supremacist, who by the age of 17 had become one of the most notorious skinhead gang leaders on the East Coast. We hear about how Frank's violent and neglectful childhood in South Philadelphia primed him to hate, while addition made him easy prey for a small group of neo-Nazi recruiters. At the height of his membership, he had his own public access talk show, called the Reich, he appeared on Nightline and other media outlets as a spokesperson for neo-Nazi topics and regularly recruited members of his South Philadelphia neighborhood to join the movement. Frank lays out in plain terms how his traumatic upbringing ultimately led to his participation in neo-Nazi “missions,” where he and his fellow skinheads terrorized, beat and kidnapped Jewish, black, gay and other minority group members. One of those missions landed him in prison by the age of 18. While in prison, Frank's belief system was challenged by his friendship and comradery with African-American teammates from his prison football league and after being released, his employment by a kind Jewish antique's dealer. Soon afterwards, Frank defected from the white supremacy movement and began speaking on behalf of the Anti-Defamation League as well as appearing on NPR, CNN, and other news outlets as a spokesperson against the neo-Nazi movement. He is also the author of the book “An Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead,” in which he details his experiences being recruited by and ultimately escaping the clutches of White Supremacy. Laura and Todd also speak with Frank about discovering he was in fact Jewish, his religious journey and how he recently “came out” to his Synagogue about his troubled and violent past as a white supremacist. Today Frank helps others to escape the neo-Nazi movement and speaks to groups all over the world about police reform. We were absolutely BLOWN away by this raw and at times very emotional discussion with Frank, who epitomizes trauma recovery and is living proof that no matter how lost someone may be, there is always hope of finding your way back to the light.Autobiography of a Recovering SkinheadWikipedia Page on FrankTranscript of His Speech in front of CongressTrafficking Hate PodcastWho Do You Hate – Frank's Intervention of a RacistSpeaking Out About White Supremacists on CNNHuffpost – Can a Skinhead RecoverAnti-Defamation LeagueHarmony Through Hockey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frank Meeink chats about his former life as a Skinhead and Neo Nazi.  He tells his story with clarity, starting with his abusive childhood that made him a candidate to join the Neo-Nazi world. Frank was filled with hate and anger and carried out countless acts of violence. He was a racist who became one of the most notorious Skinhead Neo-Nazi leaders in the USA. After kidnapping and torturing a rival gang member Frank was sent to prison for 3 years. His time in prison and meeting other ethnic groups was the start of his exit from the Skinhead Neo-Nazi world. After the Oklahoma bombing in 1995, Frank knew he was done and went to talk to the FBI and tell them his story. Since then he has been active in the community speaking out loudly about racism. Today he is a Civil Rights and Police Reform Activist. His story is brutally honest but shows that from deep darkness there is hope and empathy in humanity.

Frank Meeink was once one of the most prominent neo-Nazis in the U.S. and inspiration for the character played by Edward Norton in the 1998 film American History X. At 17, he was hosting a neo-Nazi cable-access TV show and touring around the country preaching white nationalism. After Frank kidnapped a rival gang member, he was arrested and sentenced to three years behind bars—but it wasn't until he got a job moving antique furniture for a Jewish boss that his perspective really shifted.  Join Mariana deeper in the underground, and don't miss the TV series Trafficked With Mariana van Zeller Wednesdays on National Geographic and streaming on Hulu.

This week Flashpoint discusses the issues and challenges our country is facing with systemic racism, racial injustice and race relations. Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission's Executive Director, Chad Dion Lassiter, gives his expertise on ways we can combat these issues, and we hear from Frank Meeink, a former neo-Nazi white supremacist turned anti-racist activist on the racial progress he sees today, a year later, after the death of George Floyd. Our Newsmaker of the week is executive director of the ACLU of Pennsylvania, Reggie Shuford, who hits on the racial progression in Philadelphia and what his organization is doing to keep up the fight for civil rights. Lastly, the Philly Rising Changemaker of the week presented by Patriot Home Care highlights Cherise McGill, an African American woman blazing a trail of firsts in the food and beverage industry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Christine Upchurch Show: The Vibration of Change™: Wisdom from a Recovering Skinhead with Frank Meeink

The Christine Upchurch Show: The Vibration of Change™: Wisdom from a Recovering Skinhead with Frank Meeink

Is it possible for a white supremacist to heal his hatred? Former skinhead gang member Frank Meeink did exactly that and now lectures against racism. In this conversation with Christine, Frank explains how he rose from the depths of the Nazi underground movement, healed his hatred and addiction, and went on to become a leader in the peace movement encouraging people to open their hearts and minds and embrace all races.

Is it possible for a white supremacist to heal his hatred? Former skinhead gang member Frank Meeink did exactly that and now lectures against racism. In this conversation with Christine, Frank explains how he rose from the depths of the Nazi underground movement, healed his hatred and addiction, and went on to become a leader in the peace movement encouraging people to open their hearts and minds and embrace all races.

Jodie and Celia are joined by Frank Meeink, a former white supremacist skinhead who is now a civil rights activist. Frank tells his story, giving insight into how an abused, neglected kid will look for acceptance anywhere – even within a hate group. And then, through becoming close with a Jewish man who was kind to him, he began to let go of his misguided beliefs. Jodie, Celia, and Frank discuss the importance of sobriety, self-confidence, and being of service. Merch: https://unsweetined.com/ Instagram: @neverthoughtidsaythis Facebook: @neverthoughtidsaythis Email: neverthoughtid@protonmail.com

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Meagan and Lola interview Frank Meeink, author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, about his journey from neo-Nazism as a teenager to present-day anti-racism. They discuss how he was indoctrinated into his white supremacist group, the crimes he committed that landed him in prison, the moment that changed everything for him, where he is now, and the importance of the Fourth Amendment.

Frank is a former white supremacist and published author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead: The Frank Meeink Story. Frank grew up in a violent area of South Philadelphia which unfortunately led to an early life of hatred and drug addiction. At 16 he was already recognized as one of the most notorious skinhead gang members on the East Coast. By 18, he was in prison. In the midst of his sentence, Frank questioned his early life of hatred and changed his life around, eventually speaking out and against the previous organizations he was affiliated with. Today, he still drives to open hearts and change lives, working in many areas to promote peace.

Host and KYW Newsradio Community Affairs reporter Cherri Gregg takes a look at the rage behind the destruction that erupted in Philadelphia and beyond alongside protests for justice for George Floyd.  She asks the burning questions about the nation's history of dissent and how the latest round of protests is sparking change.  Pennsylvania Commission on Human Relations Executive Director Chad Dion Lassiter joins Frank Meeink, former skinhead, author and speaker, Ralph Young, Temple University history professor and expert on dissent in America and Rev Pamela Williams, Pastor of Ark of Refuge Tabernacle Church in this riveting discussion. The newsmaker of the week is Jeff Brown, owner of Brown ShopRite who discusses effort to rebuild and reopen following looting. The Patriot Homecare Changemaker of the week is Christine Ramos Carr, owner of 3M Printing. Her company is giving our free Black Lives Matter posters

We explore the life of the real individual Frank Meeink, who inspired the film. We also discuss how people like Frank come to experience such extreme hatred that they would get involved as a Neo-Nazi skinhead. References: Abrams, A. (2017, March 9). The psychology of hate [Blog post]. Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/nurturing-self-compassion/201703/the-psychology-hate Davies, D. (Host). (2010, August 7). A 'recovering skinhead' on leaving hatred behind [Audio podcast episode]. In Fresh air. Retrieved from https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=125514655 Ehrlich, H. J. (2009). Hate Crimes and Ethnoviolence : The History, Current Affairs, and Future of Discrimination in America. Routledge. Former Philly skinhead: 'I was a monster [Audio podcast episode]. (2015, July 20). In NewsWorks. Retrieved from https://whyy.org/articles/former-philly-skinhead-i-was-a-monster/ Former skinhead looks back on life of hate [Radio episode]. (2012, August 21). In Here & Now. Retrieved from https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2012/08/21/skinhead-hate-groups Hatred [Blog post]. (2019, May 13). Retrieved from https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/psychpedia/hatred Lockhardt, C. T. (2010). Psychology of Hate. Nova Science Publishers, Inc. Meeink, F., & Roy, J. M. (2010). Autobiography of a recovering skinhead. Hawthorne Books. Michener, W. (2012). The Individual Psychology of Group Hate. Journal of Hate Studies, 10(1), 15–48. https://doi-org.ezproxy.bellevue.edu/10.33972/jhs.112 Rapgay, L. (2018, March 31). The psychology of hate [Blog post]. Retrieved from https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/anxiety-fear-and-hate/201803/the-psychology-hate Williams, C. (2019, July 6). Racial discrimination is the legacy south Philly can't seem to outgrow. City Life. Retrieved from https://www.phillymag.com/news/2019/07/06/racial-discrimination-in-south-philly/

Host and KYW Newsradio cmmunity affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about white supremacy. Chad Dion Lassiter, race relations expert and executive director of the Pennsylvania Commission on Human Relations, joins UPenn Political Science Professor Rogers Smith and Frank Meeink, speaker and authoer of "Autobiography of a Recovery Skinhead" in a very insightful discussion on this topic. During our newsmaker segment, we chat with Marian Schneider, president of Verified Voting, how votes are counted after Election Day. Finally, our changemaker of the week is The Charles Foundation, a non-profit working to end gun violence by giving hope to individuals on both sides of the gun. Founder Movita Johnson-Harrell discuss their latest Thanksgiving season effort. Flashpoint airs on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 9:30pm and Sunday at 8:30am. Subscribe to the Flashpoint Podcast on the Apple Podcast, Radio.com or others apps where you get your podcast by searching "Flashpoint KYW." See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Youtuber Chuck Morse interviews former skinhead and white supremacist Frank Meeink, co-author of Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead: The Frank Meeink Story as Told to Jody M. Roy, Ph.D.

Circa's Kellan Howell and Adam Fleishman discuss their interview with Frank Meeink, a reformed neo-Nazi. Meeink's story of redemption helped inspire the movie 'American History X.' Learn more: http://bit.ly/2zGMSdP

Periodically in recent years, there has appeared to be a resurgence of activity in the U.S. by white supremacist groups, the Ku Klux Klan and neo Nazis, marching openly in US cities often defending their right to assemble and spout hate speech as constitutionally protected freedom of speech. As the marches and gatherings occasionally become more frequent, tensions have risen. Counter protesters appear on the streets to stand against the divisive ideologies. Some of them are provoked to act aggressively. And skirmishes have resulted. Fractions of both groups choose violence. One of the high profile confrontations was in Charlottesville, Virginia in the summer of 2017…and there have been others. It’s all sparked a debate about appropriate and effective ways to demonstrate peacefully to counter hate speech and extreme ideologies. One core riddle seems to have been, whether people of good conscience and compassion should NOT show up to white supremacist rallies and just ignore the hate speech, whether they should show up and engage in comedic put downs of the extremist groups, or whether to show up and actively out-shout and out number them, or should they be even more aggressive in confronting the hate speech purveyors, as the groups that came to be known as ANTI-FA for anti-fascist, tried in chasing and harassing the white power groups. We’re going to offer our own conversation on the topic today… Our guests are social activist and author John Dear, Jesuit priest who’s written extensively on Gandhi as well as books like Living Peace, Peace Behind Bars, and A Persistent Peace. Tonya Covington is Director of Conflict Resolution at Outcomes, Inc. in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Tonya has been a trained mediator and teacher of mediation for 27 years. Tonya has expertise in Workplace and Cross-cultural conflict. Brian Levin is a professor of criminal justice and director of the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at California State University at San Bernadino. He is a court certified expert on extremism in both the US and the UK and has testified before both houses of Congress. He has also consulted for the FBI and Department of Homeland Security, as well as for universities and civil rights groups. We’ve also heard on tape from Frank Meeink – a former skinhead who now lectures on tolerance and compassion after long ago quitting is association with neo-Nazi groups.

Periodically in recent years, there has appeared to be a resurgence of activity in the U.S. by white supremacist groups, the Ku Klux Klan and neo Nazis, marching openly in US cities often defending their right to assemble and spout hate speech as constitutionally protected freedom of speech. As the marches and gatherings occasionally become more frequent, tensions have risen. Counter protesters appear on the streets to stand against the divisive ideologies. Some of them are provoked to act aggressively. And skirmishes have resulted. Fractions of both groups choose violence. One of the high profile confrontations was in Charlottesville, Virginia in the summer of 2017…and there have been others. It's all sparked a debate about appropriate and effective ways to demonstrate peacefully to counter hate speech and extreme ideologies. One core riddle seems to have been, whether people of good conscience and compassion should NOT show up to white supremacist rallies and just ignore the hate speech, whether they should show up and engage in comedic put downs of the extremist groups, or whether to show up and actively out-shout and out number them, or should they be even more aggressive in confronting the hate speech purveyors, as the groups that came to be known as ANTI-FA for anti-fascist, tried in chasing and harassing the white power groups. We're going to offer our own conversation on the topic today… Our guests are social activist and author John Dear, Jesuit priest who's written extensively on Gandhi as well as books like Living Peace, Peace Behind Bars, and A Persistent Peace. Tonya Covington is Director of Conflict Resolution at Outcomes, Inc. in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Tonya has been a trained mediator and teacher of mediation for 27 years. Tonya has expertise in Workplace and Cross-cultural conflict. Brian Levin is a professor of criminal justice and director of the Center for the Study of Hate and Extremism at California State University at San Bernadino. He is a court certified expert on extremism in both the US and the UK and has testified before both houses of Congress. He has also consulted for the FBI and Department of Homeland Security, as well as for universities and civil rights groups. We've also heard on tape from Frank Meeink – a former skinhead who now lectures on tolerance and compassion after long ago quitting is association with neo-Nazi groups.

In May 2017, NJOHSP hosted over 250 federal, state, and local intelligence and law enforcement, academic, and private-sector partners for the 2nd Annual Domestic Terrorism Conference. The event provided a forum to discuss the threat of extremists and groups aligned with race-based, single-issue, anti-government, and religious ideologies in the United States. Over the last several weeks, you have heard from some of the experts who shared their research and insights at the conference. In the final episode of the 2017 Domestic Terrorism Conference series, former white supremacist Frank Meeink discusses his radicalization process to extremism. His story provides an insight into white supremacist ideology, recruitment strategies, and his efforts to help others leave the movement. In Part Two of the episode, Frank delves deeper into the broader white supremacy movement and ideology.

In May 2017, NJOHSP hosted over 250 federal, state, and local intelligence and law enforcement, academic, and private-sector partners for the 2nd Annual Domestic Terrorism Conference. The event provided a forum to discuss the threat of extremists and groups aligned with race-based, single-issue, anti-government, and religious ideologies in the United States. Over the last several weeks, you have heard from some of the experts who shared their research and insights at the conference. In the final episodes of the 2017 Domestic Terrorism Conference series, former white supremacist Frank Meeink discusses his radicalization process to extremism. His story provides an insight into white supremacist ideology, recruitment strategies, and his efforts to help others leave the movement. Part One will take a look at his indoctrination and what eventually lead him to leave and speak out against hate.

On this episode we were lucky enough to talk with Frank Meeink. Author of Autobiography of Recovering Skinhead. Also, contributing chef to the book Prison Ramen. Frank is a former white supremacist and a current hockey coach/hockey player/inspiration/dad/amazing human being.

From the "No Wiggins Bus Tour",  Bob Vander Platts with last minute campaigning.  Confronting a critic who calls the Family Leader a hate group.  Frank Meeink.   Then,  RJ Mandell writes about "The Killing of Innocence"...speculation about the possibility of the overturning of Roe v Wade.  

Martti Ahtisaari is a former Finnish President who also has over 30 years of international mediation experience, negotiating agreements of various kinds in Namibia, Indonesia, Northern Ireland and Kosovo. He talks with host Paul Ingles about his mediation style. Also, a rebroadcast of our 2002 interview with former U.S. President and Nobel Prize Winner Jimmy Carter. The hour winds up with a fascinating interview with a former Skinhead White Supremist, Frank Meeink, who now preaches diversity and compassion.

Martti Ahtisaari is a former Finnish President who also has over 30 years of international mediation experience, negotiating agreements of various kinds in Namibia, Indonesia, Northern Ireland and Kosovo. He talks with host Paul Ingles about his mediation style. Also, a rebroadcast of our 2002 interview with former U.S. President and Nobel Prize Winner Jimmy Carter. The hour winds up with a fascinating interview with a former Skinhead White Supremist, Frank Meeink, who now preaches diversity and compassion.

In his book Autobiography of a Recovering Skinhead, Frank Meeink describes with brutal honesty his descent into bigotry and violence as a teenage neo-Nazi. Through some surprising personal encounters, Meeink came to reject his beliefs and become an advocate for tolerance and diversity.