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The debate around Scream 7 has become much bigger than a horror franchise. After Melissa Barrera was fired following her public support of Gaza, many fans began calling for a boycott — arguing that the studio's ties to Israel represent support for policies they believe amount to genocide.But is boycotting the film enough?In this episode, I break down the discourse surrounding Scream 7, Melissa Barrera's firing, and the broader conversation around Gaza and “Free Palestine” activism. More importantly, I explore a deeper question: are we practicing complete activism — or selective activism?It's easy to withdraw support. It's harder to intentionally redirect it.If we admire courage, are we willing to fund it? If someone takes a stand aligned with our values and pays a professional price, do we materially support their work afterward? Or does our activism stop at the symbolic gesture?This conversation isn't about telling you whether to see Scream 7. It's about examining how we practice our values — in culture, in media, and in the systems we participate in every day.We'll also clarify something critical: when it comes to Gaza or any humanitarian crisis, direct financial support to reputable aid organizations should always come first. Cultural boycotts are secondary. Lives are primary.Let's talk about consistency, integrity, and what real alignment looks like.
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This week on Black on Black Cinema, the crew returns to introduce the next film to the reviewed, "Soul Men." The 2008 film follows two estranged soul-singing legends who agree to participate in a reunion performance at the Apollo Theater to honor their recently deceased band leader. The movie stars Samuel L. Jackson and the late great Bernie Mac. Available to stream for free on Tubi.The random topic this week we tackle the complex and difficult incident that unfolded at the 2026 BAFTA Film Awards when John Davidson, a Tourette's syndrome activist and subject of the nominated film "I Swear," involuntarily shouted racial slurs—including the N-word—while Black actors Michael B. Jordan and Delroy Lindo presented an award.This isn't a simple story. It's a collision of disability rights, anti-Black racism, media responsibility, and institutional failure.What happened: Davidson, who has spent decades advocating for Tourette's awareness, experienced involuntary vocal tics throughout the ceremony. His condition causes coprolalia—the uncontrollable utterance of socially inappropriate words. When Jordan and Lindo took the stage, Davidson's tic produced the N-word, audible throughout the venue.The BBC's failure: Despite broadcasting on a two-hour delay (giving them time to edit), the BBC left the slur in the broadcast AND on iPlayer for 15+ hours. Yet they DID edit out other content, including a "Free Palestine" statement and political jokes. The selective editing reveals a catastrophic failure/purposeful behavior in judgment and priorities.The complications: This incident sits at the painful intersection of two marginalized communities. Davidson has no control over his tics—they represent the opposite of his actual beliefs. Yet Black attendees, including production designer Hannah Beachler, experienced real racial trauma. Lindo told Vanity Fair he wished BAFTA had spoken to them afterward. Host Alan Cumming's apology said "sorry if you were offended" was woefully inadequate.Why this matters for cinema: The film "I Swear" was nominated for multiple BAFTAs and won three awards, including Best Actor for Robert Aramayo's portrayal of Davidson. The movie exists to educate about Tourette's. Yet BAFTA and the BBC failed both the disability community AND the Black community in how they handled this moment.We discuss:- The impossible position both communities were put in due to the BBC's actions or lack thereof- Why institutional preparation and response failed catastrophically- The difference between individual accountability and systemic responsibility- How ableism and anti-Black racism played out in the aftermath (including the idea of "he meant that shit" comments)- What should have happened vs. what did happen- The broader conversation about representation, disability, and whose comfort gets prioritizedThis is a conversation about nuance, compassion, and holding institutions accountable when they fail vulnerable communities.Full Black on Black Cinema episodes coming soon. Subscribe so you don't miss our deep dives into Black cinema, representation, and the stories Hollywood tells—and doesn't tellBlack on Black Cinema is a long-running podcast featuring in-depth Black movie reviews and frank conversations that matter to the Black community. We review Black films across every genre — from Black horror and Black sci-fi to indie dramas, comedies, and blockbuster action. Covering filmmakers like Spike Lee, Jordan Peele, Ryan Coogler, Ava DuVernay, and more. Hosted by Jay, Micah, Terrence, and T'ara. Featured on RogerEbert.com. A TNP Studios production. New episodes weekly on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and all major platforms. For more TNP Studios content, check out The Nerdpocalypse (movie & TV news), Look Forward (progressive politics), and Dense Pixels (video game news).
Episode 89 kicks off with What Irritated Me This Week, and baybeee… the girls did not waste time. Jerrilyn and Lynee’ dive straight into the chaos at the BAFTAs where a man with Tourette’s loudly shouted the N‑word during a silent auditorium — and somehow kept doing it whenever a Black person walked by. The ladies weren’t buying the “show grace” narrative, especially when the broadcast magically found time to edit out “Free Palestine” but left in a hard‑ER surprise. With their signature blend of humor and “no, because let’s be serious,” they break down ableism, racism, and why apologies that start with “if you were offended…” should go straight to voicemail. Then the episode rolls fully into Girl, What Happened, and it becomes a buffet of foolishness. They break down King vs. 50 Cent, including King’s volcanic Instagram rant about Fifty disrespecting Tiny — the kind of rant where you can practically hear the phone shaking. From there, they explore Fifty’s ongoing villain origin story (complete with petty real estate purchases), Blueface’s never-ending mess, and the epidemic of women dating men who should come with hazard labels. The ladies spiral gloriously into everything from self-esteem, gun licenses, boxing classes, and why some people need to be cussed out at “infraction number one.” And just when you think the episode is calming down, boom — they’re dissecting Elon Musk’s brain-chip experiments, U.S. patents, conspiracies, the Department of Education, detention centers, and why Google should be your best friend instead of TikTok University. But don’t worry, they end the episode on the lightest of notes: debating which ice cream flavor truly represents their souls (pistachio slander included) and planning their next girls’ trip like it’s a federal operation. It’s peak She Said It First — chaotic, hilarious, sharp, and somehow educational if you’re paying attention. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@u1pn Follow: @urban1podcast @indeskribeabull @lynee_monae Executive Producer: Jahi Whitehead/ @Jahi_TRG Video/Social Media Producer: Walter Gainer II See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Le ruspe arrivano quando il rumore delle bombe smette di occupare i titoli. A Beit Liqya, a sud-ovest di Ramallah, i bulldozer israeliani entrano tra serre e abitazioni palestinesi e iniziano a demolire case e strutture agricole. Un'operazione registrata come intervento ordinario. La guerra, qui, assume la forma della gestione quotidiana del territorio. Mentre Gaza continua a vivere tra macerie e sfollamenti permanenti, la Cisgiordania cambia lentamente volto. Le demolizioni restringono spazio abitabile, interrompono economie familiari, trasformano villaggi in territori provvisori. Ogni muro abbattuto produce uno spostamento forzato che raramente diventa notizia internazionale. La violenza perde spettacolarità e diventa procedura. Nelle stesse ore emerge un dato che pesa più di molte dichiarazioni diplomatiche. Il Committee to Protect Journalists certifica che il 2025 è stato l'anno più letale mai registrato per l'informazione: 129 operatori dei media uccisi nel mondo, ottantasei collegati alla guerra di Gaza. Due terzi delle morti risultano attribuite alle operazioni israeliane. Raccontare questo conflitto resta una delle attività più pericolose esistenti, e ogni voce che scompare riduce ciò che il mondo riesce a vedere. La pressione sul racconto continua anche lontano dal fronte. Il ministero della Difesa israeliano dispone la chiusura di cinque piattaforme mediatiche palestinesi attive a Gerusalemme Est. Meno immagini circolano, meno testimonianze sopravvivono, più semplice diventa trasformare la guerra in narrazione controllata. Intanto, negli Stati Uniti, Donald Trump dichiara pubblicamente conclusa la guerra e sostiene che tutti gli ostaggi sarebbero tornati a casa. La giornata si richiude dove era iniziata: tra polvere e ruspe. Gaza resta sospesa dentro questa distanza crescente tra parole ufficiali e realtà che continua a consumarsi davanti agli occhi di chi riesce ancora a raccontarla. Poi Londra. Ai BAFTA 2026 la BBC trasmette l'evento in differita e taglia dal discorso del regista Akinola Davies Jr la frase “Free Palestine”. Nella stessa serata va in onda un insulto razziale urlato in platea. L'emittente si scusa il giorno dopo. I corpi restano, le parole spariscono. Anche questo entra nel diario. #LaSveglia per La NotiziaDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/la-sveglia-di-giulio-cavalli--3269492/support.
When, and why, does criticism of Israel often descend into antisemitic tropes? How do you build a free Palestine and a secure, truly democratic Israel? Guardian columnist Jonathon Freedland has spent a quarter of century making the case for Jewish and Palestinian partnership. He's also the author of a new book about resisters in Nazi Germany, titled The Traitors' Circle. Jonathon's in Australia with The Jewish Independent and the New Israel Fund.GUEST:Jonathon Freedland is a Guardian columnist and former foreign correspondent
Il Ramadan in Cisgiordania si apre con un ragazzo di diciassette anni ucciso a Beit Furik, a est di Nablus. Mohammad Wahbi Hanani viene colpito alla testa durante un'incursione dell'esercito israeliano e muore all'ospedale di Rafidia. Nelle stesse ore, nel villaggio di Tell, vicino Nablus, viene incendiata la moschea Abu Bakr al Siddiq: secondo il ministero degli Esteri palestinese l'azione è opera di coloni che hanno lasciato scritte razziste sui muri. L'Autorità nazionale palestinese parla di responsabilità politica del governo israeliano. Intanto la Palestinian Prisoner Society riferisce di oltre cento arresti dall'inizio del mese sacro, tra cui donne e minori. La cornice diplomatica prova a inseguire i fatti. Diciannove Paesi, insieme alla Lega araba e all'Organizzazione della cooperazione islamica, firmano una dichiarazione che condanna l'espansione degli insediamenti israeliani in Cisgiordania, cita il progetto E1 e richiama il parere consultivo della Corte internazionale di giustizia del 2024. Parlano di annessione di fatto. Sul terreno, però, ruspe e raid proseguono. A Gaza una nuova indagine indipendente di Forensic Architecture ed Earshot ricostruisce l'attacco del 23 marzo 2025 contro soccorritori palestinesi alla periferia sud. Oltre novecento colpi esplosi in pochi minuti, veicoli identificabili con luci d'emergenza accese, quindici operatori uccisi. I corpi recuperati giorni dopo, alcuni sepolti in una fossa comune insieme ai mezzi distrutti. L'esercito israeliano aveva parlato di “minaccia”. L'inchiesta incrocia audio, video e immagini satellitari. Poi Londra. Ai BAFTA 2026 la BBC trasmette l'evento in differita e taglia dal discorso del regista Akinola Davies Jr la frase “Free Palestine”. Nella stessa serata va in onda un insulto razziale urlato in platea. L'emittente si scusa il giorno dopo. I corpi restano, le parole spariscono. Anche questo entra nel diario. #LaSveglia per La NotiziaDiventa un supporter di questo podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/la-sveglia-di-giulio-cavalli--3269492/support.
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Headlines: Death toll in Gaza Limited opening of Rafah crossing preventing essential medical aid National Anti‑Racism FrameworkThe Victorian Government announcement of the redevelopment of seven public housing towers across inner MelbourneSegments: - A speech from the Invasion Day rally in Djilang. Sherele Moody is Australia's leading femicide and child death researcher, an award winning journalist, a violence survivor and activist dedicated to ending all violence against women and children. Sherele is also the founder and operator of the red heart movement, the Australian femicide watch and all the associated projects, including the Australian femicide and child death map, and the memorial of women and children lost to violence. The memorial is designed to commemorate lives lost while providing a respectful and impactful forum highlighting the impact of violence on our community. It tracks every known Australian killed as a result of murder, manslaughter or neglect. This is an ongoing project, with no start or end date. The intention is to continue documenting violent deaths from white settlement to current day. The memorial also holds the stories of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander women lost to violence and in limited cases, some of the victims are names and their images used. - A collage of rally sounds from Invasion Day last Monday also in Djilang - recorded by Amy from Kill Your Lawn and Kick Your Fence. First up, speeches from Aunty Wendy Brabham and Kiri Tawhai, introduced by Julie Saylor-Briggs at the Djilang (Geelong) Invasion Day rally. We are also lucky enough to listen to some of the people on the ground that Amy spoke to in Geelong - starting with Uncle Fred Marks. Interview with Violet Coco about the March in March for Forests, and speaking on the impacts on forests and the causes of ecological degradation. To get involved go to https://marchforforests.org/ - Tiny Sparks and Turning Points, a bulletin from our good friends at the Commons Social Change Library. Radical events over the years that changed this country. This feature is looking at the month of February over our collective history, and will come to listeners on the first Monday of every month, at 8AM. For now, a big thank you to our friends at The Commons Social Change Library. You can find their work at www.commonslibrary.orgA speech from the 1st of January Free Palestine rally, we'll be hearing from Sarah Baarini, she is a member on the board of the Islamic Council of Victoria and is an organiser with Hobsons Bay for Palestine.
In episode 1997, Jack and Miles are joined by comedian, actor, writer, and host of Worse Than You, Mo Fry Pasic, to discuss… That’s why Teenage Mutant Ninja Goebbels Is In The Hot Seat... Not Under The Bus Yet, TikTok Isn’t The Only Tech Company Backing ICE, Melania Doc Watch and more! Daily Zeitgeist: Our 2000th Episode is Here!!!... Chuck E Cheese - Most Perfect Day (Rap Song) Scoop: Blame game erupts over Trump team's false claim Alex Pretti sought "massacre" Pressure grows on Stephen Miller after Alex Pretti killing but Trump unlikely to cut ties TikTok users say they can’t upload anti-ICE videos. The company blames tech issues TikTok is investigating why some users can't write 'Epstein' in messages The Trump-approved US TikTok is off to a rough start TikTok Says It’s Not Censoring ‘Free Palestine’ Comments. Users See Something Different TikTok now specifically tracks immigration status and gender identity TikTok alternative Skylight soars to 380K+ users after TikTok US deal finalized TikTok's new terms of service spark backlash, but experts say they're an industry standard Meta Is Blocking Links to ICE List on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads How Amazon Powers ICE’s Deportation Machine Apple Took Down These ICE-Tracking Apps. The Developers Aren't Giving Up SCOOP: Apple Made ICE Agents a Protected Class “Melania” Movie Popcorn Bucket Hits ebay for $29.99 — Can Be Purchased Without Actually Seeing the Film Fuming Melania Puts Trump Aides at Risk of Ouster: Wolff Melania Invites Host of Z-List Celebs to Vanity Doc Premiere LISTEN: Danger by The Lijadu Sisters and also check out NUR-D's music here: https://nurdrocks.com/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
As Iran dominates global headlines, this episode looks inside the country's growing unrest against the Islamic Republic. Podcaster Barak Schwartz shares the words of an Iranian woman who criticizes activists chanting "Free Palestine" while ignoring Iran's brutal oppression. The show also features a CBN interview with Iranian-Canadian commentator Goldy Ghamari, who says heavily armed regime forces and terrorist proxy groups have murdered thousands of civilians demanding freedom. In the U.S., the program examines an antisemitic attack in Jackson, Mississippi, where a suspect accused of burning a synagogue laughed during his confession and called it a "synagogue of Satan." Mike also highlights Israel's "Stand for Freedom, Not Terror" social media campaign and New York Governor Kathy Hochul's proposal for a 25-foot protest buffer zone around synagogues. Finally, Mike explores both sides of the Hillsborough State Attorney's decision not to pursue hate crime charges against three suspects accused of interrupting a religious service at the University of South Florida, instead charging them with hate crimes. Thanks for listening, sharing and subscribing to the Third Opinion Podcast!
Season 3 Premiere: Habibi House x Lauren JaureguiFifth Harmony's Lauren Jauregui joins Habibi House for a raw, soul-baring season premiere. From pop machine survivor to independent rebel, Lauren opens up about reclaiming her voice, navigating an industry that rewards silence, and creating art that speaks truth without apology.We dive deep into:Her Cuban-American identity and global activismBreaking out of the Fifth Harmony boxHow Dancing with the Stars reintroduced her to the worldHer powerful new single “Ego” and the vulnerability behind itThe price of integrity in the music industryIf you've ever felt boxed in by expectations or silenced by systems, this episode is for you.Stream “Ego” everywhere.Don't forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more radical storytelling.Sponsored by Stitch4Pali — Free Palestine streetwear made with heart. Get yours at stitch4pali.com with promo code HABIBIHOUSE0:00 – Emotional opening and Lauren's arrival1:17 – Fifth Harmony, pop stardom & “the machine”2:04 – Stitch for Pali sponsor segment3:28 – Dancing with the Stars & public reinvention12:09 – Going independent & industry censorship13:00 – “Integrity isn't rewarded”14:00 – Being a Black sheep in pop culture40:00 – New era, new sound: “Ego”44:00 – Live acoustic performance of “Ego”46:00 – Gift unboxing & Stitch for Pali shoutout47:13 – Free Palestine moment
In this episode of the Carl Jackson Show, Carl delves into the pressing issues of anti-Semitism and geopolitical tensions. He discusses the Iranian freedom fighters' struggle against oppressive regimes, the role of the United States in promoting global freedom, and the importance of standing against anti-Semitism. Carl also highlights the influence of foreign lobbying in American politics and the need for unity against common threats. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of faith, politics, and international relations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode of the Carl Jackson Show, Carl delves into the pressing issues of anti-Semitism and geopolitical tensions. He discusses the Iranian freedom fighters' struggle against oppressive regimes, the role of the United States in promoting global freedom, and the importance of standing against anti-Semitism. Carl also highlights the influence of foreign lobbying in American politics and the need for unity against common threats. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the intersection of faith, politics, and international relations. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carljacksonradio Twitter: https://twitter.com/carljacksonshow Parler: https://parler.com/carljacksonshow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecarljacksonshow http://www.TheCarlJacksonShow.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Michael Gamal — once a fierce pro-Palestinian activist, now one of the most unexpected pro-Israel voices online.What shook his worldview? What truth did he stumble into that changed everything?This is a journey of conviction, collapse, and rebirth — and you won't see the twist coming. Join us live today.YT: youtube.com/@UCjcW_E0coEtdFf99ejzwmVA IG: instagram.com/koptickaparah0548-- --WHAT IS THEJEWFUNCTION - A 10min EXPLANATIONhttps://youtu.be/5TlUt5FqVgQLISTEN TO THE MYSTERY BOOK PODCAST SERIES:https://tinyurl.com/y7tmfpesSETH'S BOOK:https://www.antidotetoantisemitism.com/FREE AUDIOBOOK (With Audible trial) OF THE JEWISH CHOICE - UNITY OR ANTISEMITISM:https://amzn.to/3u40evCLIKE/SHARE/SUBSCRIBEFollow us on Twitter/Facebook/Instagram/Tiktok @thejewfunctionNEW: SUPPORT US ON PATREONpatreon.com/thejewfunction
Eugene discusses the unfolding crisis in Iran, where hundreds are dying in their fight for freedom from the Islamic regime. Yet, many of the same voices that cried “Free Palestine” are now silent. In this episode, Eugene reveals three powerful reasons behind that silence. You won't hear these anywhere else.
We pay tribute to Our New Afrikan Comrade and Brotha Kala Sangu Kambon, who joined the Ancestors January 3, 2026. We maintain a continuum of life, liberation and self-determination through remembrance, acknowledgment and honor. Rest in Power Beloved Comrade. You live on in Us! Ubuntu! (i am We) Kan't stop, Won't stop Liberate Our Elders All Power to the People! Free Africa! Free Palestine!
We start the new year going deep into the necessity to Know Thyself as a basis for revolutionary action. Understanding that the struggle starts from within and informs all the decisions we make and actions we take. Kan't stop, Won't stop Liberate Our Elders All Power to the People! Free Africa! Free Palestine!
What does it mean to step into such a sacred role. Let's transmute and embrace this energy to share our sacred gifts.Ceasefire now!!!Free Palestine!!!!One way you can use your voice is boycott Israel.bdnaash.com and No Thanks app help you find out who supports the genocide and who doesn't.@pal.humanity are Palestinian doctors raising funds to help those that have been injured or need medical care.Go watch Israelism! @israelismfilmTo donate to get food and medical supplies to Palestine:@khaledbeydoun on InstagramPeople/groups to follow on Instagram for more info on Gaza:@hiddenpalestine@khaledbeydoun@wizard_bisan1@sairarao@dr.rosalesmeza@naleybynature@thenames_ahmad@jewishvoiceforpeace@mo_hamzBooks:https://lithub.com/40-books-to-understand-palestine/I love you all so much!Listener support helps keep this podcast going.You can contribute in many ways.Venmo: @Carri-Arata orPayPal.Me/ancientbodyworksGuided Meditations + Conscious BrIt's BOGOFF time! Buy one session, class or guideship program, get one half off. Offer good until 31 December 2025*Have you been wanting an Akashic reading? I have a new program where I give you can purchase a reading/clearing for 50% off. The huge discount will then be a podcast episode. Please contact me directly through email to set this up.
2026 is loaded and we're beginning it with some healing action.References: astrologyansewrs.comWe'Moon-wemoon.wsCeasefire now!!!Free Palestine!!!!One way you can use your voice is boycott Israel.bdnaash.com and No Thanks app help you find out who supports the genocide and who doesn't.@pal.humanity are Palestinian doctors raising funds to help those that have been injured or need medical care.Go watch Israelism! @israelismfilmTo donate to get food and medical supplies to Palestine:@khaledbeydoun on InstagramPeople/groups to follow on Instagram for more info on Gaza:@hiddenpalestine@khaledbeydoun@wizard_bisan1@sairarao@dr.rosalesmeza@naleybynature@thenames_ahmad@jewishvoiceforpeace@mo_hamzBooks:https://lithub.com/40-books-to-understand-palestine/I love you all so much!Listener support helps keep this podcast going.You can contribute in many ways.Venmo: @Carri-Arata orPayPal.Me/ancientbodyworksGuided Meditations + Conscious BrIt's BOGOFF time! Buy one session, class or guideship program, get one half off. Offer good until 31 December 2025*Have you been wanting an Akashic reading? I have a new program where I give you can purchase a reading/clearing for 50% off. The huge discount will then be a podcast episode. Please contact me directly through email to set this up.
More on 3I Atlas and the sacred prophecies of the Hopi.References: www.indiantraders.comCeasefire now!!!Free Palestine!!!!One way you can use your voice is boycott Israel.bdnaash.com and No Thanks app help you find out who supports the genocide and who doesn't.@pal.humanity are Palestinian doctors raising funds to help those that have been injured or need medical care.Go watch Israelism! @israelismfilmTo donate to get food and medical supplies to Palestine:@khaledbeydoun on InstagramPeople/groups to follow on Instagram for more info on Gaza:@hiddenpalestine@khaledbeydoun@wizard_bisan1@sairarao@dr.rosalesmeza@naleybynature@thenames_ahmad@jewishvoiceforpeace@mo_hamzBooks:https://lithub.com/40-books-to-understand-palestine/I love you all so much!Listener support helps keep this podcast going.You can contribute in many ways.Venmo: @Carri-Arata orPayPal.Me/ancientbodyworksGuided Meditations + Conscious BrIt's BOGOFF time! Buy one session, class or guideship program, get one half off. Offer good until 31 December 2025*Have you been wanting an Akashic reading? I have a new program where I give you can purchase a reading/clearing for 50% off. The huge discount will then be a podcast episode. Please contact me directly through email to set this up.
The British state is currently imprisoning activists from the Palestine movement without trial. Many of them are engaging in a hunger strike, demanding an end to censorship, immediate bail, right to a fair trial, the de-proscription of Palestine Action, and an end to shut down the death-making work of Elbit Systems. Charlie Thomas joins the podcast to talk through these developments and reflect on his own experience of being incarcerated for his work in the Palestine solidarity movement. We talk about the increasing waves of repression coming from the government in recent years as well as what we need to learn, as a movement, from experiences of incarceration and criminalisation. PRISONERS FOR PALESTINE LINK: https://prisonersforpalestine.org/ Charlie Thomas is a researcher, trade unionist, and a member of Workers For a Free Palestine. SUPPORT: www.buymeacoffee.com/redmedicineSoundtrack by Mark PilkingtonTwitter: @red_medicine__www.redmedicine.substack.com/
We each share a human culture, a human experience, and a human fate with everyone who exists, or ever did exist—we are born, we suffer, we die. And yet, within that vast shared experience there are enormous disparities and variations—all of which can test our capacity for empathy and human solidarity. Imagine facing bombardment and continuous war, invasion and occupation, ethnic cleansing and genocide, the murders of your friends and your children and your family members, the loss of home and community, dislocation and exile—all the worst experiences human beings have suffered. Come close; don't look away. Now, connect. We are joined in conversation by Tareq Baconi, a Palestinian writer and activist who has written a memoir—Fire in Every Direction—that is also an exquisite love letter to the people of Palestine—their land, their ancestors, a history that cannot be forgotten and a future that cannot be denied. Free Palestine!
This week, We take time to remember why we do what we do here on Prison Focus Radio. We ground down into the importance of illuminating the voices, experience and wisdom of California's New Afrikan Political Prisoners, current, former and ancestral. We Remember as resistance to the state's erasure of Ourstory by hearing from unapologetic New Afrikan Revolutionaries who continue to assert their full humanity, speak truth and love up on the People – all oppressed People. Without their contribution, Ourstory is distorted and incomplete, and we risk disrespecting Our Elders who have paid a far too costly price for standing on Principal and refusing to bend their knee to the oppressor, all for Our benefit. Raise your consciousness above the fray and stand in solidarity with the People. Kan't stop, Won't stop All Power to the People Liberate Our Elders Free Africa! Free Palestine!
1. Foiled Terror Attack in Los Angeles Incident: FBI arrested five suspects allegedly planning coordinated New Year’s Eve bombings in Los Angeles. Group: Identified as the Turtle Island Liberation Front, described as a radical pro-Palestinian, anti-American extremist group. Details: Planned attacks using improvised explosive devices (IEDs) at five locations. Four suspects arrested in Lucerne Valley while testing bomb components; a fifth arrested in New Orleans. Materials included potassium nitrate, PVC pipes, sulfur powder, and charcoal. Ideology: Anti-U.S., pro-Palestinian, anti-law enforcement; Instagram posts included “Death to America” and “Free Palestine.” 2. DOJ and FBI Emails on Mar-a-Lago Raid Revelation: Internal FBI emails show agents doubted probable cause for the August 2022 raid on Trump’s residence. Concerns: Evidence was “single source, uncorroborated, and possibly outdated.” FBI suggested less intrusive alternatives, like negotiating with Trump’s attorneys. DOJ officials allegedly dismissed optics concerns, saying they “didn’t give a damn.” Implications: The raid was politically motivated, intended to damage Trump’s chances of reelection. 3. Housing, Immigration, and Economic Policy Housing Crisis: Attributes skyrocketing rents and home prices to Biden-era immigration policies, citing a HUD report linking immigration to housing demand. Trump’s Deportation Policy: Claims mass deportations have lowered rents by 1.1% year-over-year and 5.2% since 2022. Economic Measures: Highlights upcoming tax reforms for 2026: No tax on tips. No tax on overtime. No tax on Social Security for seniors. Please Hit Subscribe to this podcast Right Now. Also Please Subscribe to the 47 Morning Update with Ben Ferguson and The Ben Ferguson Show Podcast Wherever You get You're Podcasts. And don't forget to follow the show on Social Media so you never miss a moment! Thanks for Listening YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruz/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/verdictwithtedcruz X: https://x.com/tedcruz X: https://x.com/benfergusonshowYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A Jewish family in Southern California says they were targeted in what police are investigating as a possible hate crime after gunmen shouted slurs and opened fire on their home as they celebrate Hanukkah. A former Georgia police officer is facing federal charges after investigators say she produced images involving child sexual abuse and animal exploitation. Drew Nelson reports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's Mohsen Mahdawi Day on the podcast! Mohsen Mahdawi is a Palestinian organizer, human rights activist, co-founder of the Columbia Palestinian Student Union, and a damn good human.Mahdawi was a leading voice during the 2024 protests and the encampments at Columbia University. His leadership during those months and his support for a Free Palestine and an end to the Israeli occupation led to him being arrested in April of 2025 by ICE during a citizen interview in Vermont. Keep in mind that Mohsen is a lawful permanent U.S. resident and was arrested because he participated in peaceful protests. Thankfully, he was released two weeks later and gave a very clear statement as he walked out of jail: “I am saying it clear and loud to President Trump and his cabinet, I am not afraid of you.”Mahdawi's fight for justice is not over. He could face arrest again in the future. Please follow him and support him in any way that you can. I know for a fact that Mohsen won't stop—and we cannot stop—until Palestine is free.___________________✅ Follow Mohsen Mahdawi on Instagram.✊
This week we take you on a ride making three stops to hear the voices of the press conference spotlighting the civil suit brought by New Afrikan Artivist Minister King against CDCr and the state of California for violating his First Amendment rights and he's challenging the merits of Penal Code 4571; next we'll hear an excerpt of a conversation between New Afrikan Political Prisoner Brotha LP and Educator Activist Ida McCray revealing a “master class” in the development of a traitor by Brotha LP; and lastly we'll hear an excerpt of a conversation with Queen Makini Iyapo on her journey to healing from the loss of her husband Yafeu Iyapo who died in an outside prison hospital after 50 years of captivity. Kan't stop, Won't stop All Power to the People Liberate Our Elders Free Africa! Free Palestine!
We hear Part 2 the report back from Brotha Di'Ke about the Come in Unity event and what transpired between inside organizers and creators and the prison officials- more shenanigans! And we'll hear how Brotha Di'Ke is in full Kan't stop, Won't stop mode. You don't want to miss this one! Liberate Our Elders! Kan't stop, Won't stop All Power to the People! Free Africa! Free Palestine!
When Dublin officials moved to strip the name of Chaim Herzog—Israel's Irish-born sixth president—from a community park, it wasn't just a local dispute. It was an act of erasure. In this emotional episode, Dr. Alexandra Herzog, AJC's Director of the William Petschek Global Jewish Communities Department, explains why this attempt to rewrite history should alarm not only Jews, but all citizens of goodwill. As anti-Zionist fervor increasingly targets Jewish identity across the West, the push to remove a Jewish name from a park beside Ireland's only Jewish school sends a chilling message: Jewish heritage has now become a political battleground. Alexandra shares personal memories of her grandfather and illustrates why this fight isn't about a plaque in Ireland—it's about halting the slide from criticism of Israel into the deletion of Jewish memory. Tune in to understand why defending this history is essential to protecting Jewish dignity everywhere. Key Resources: AJC Welcomes Dublin City Council's Decision to Shelve Renaming of Herzog Park Letter in the Irish Times: Renaming Herzog Park in Dublin Would Be An Act of Erasure Against Ireland's Jews Listen: Will Ireland Finally Stop Paying Lip Service When it Comes to Combating Antisemitism? AJC Directly Addresses Antisemitism and Vilification of Israel in Ireland with the Prime Minister Listen – AJC Podcasts: Architects of Peace The Forgotten Exodus People of the Pod Follow People of the Pod on your favorite podcast app, and learn more at AJC.org/PeopleofthePod You can reach us at: peopleofthepod@ajc.org If you've appreciated this episode, please be sure to tell your friends, and rate and review us on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Read the full transcript: https://www.ajc.org/news/podcast/erasing-jewish-history-why-what-happened-in-ireland-should-alarm-all-jews Transcript of the Interview: Manya Brachear Pashman: Members of the City Council of Dublin, Ireland have withdrawn a proposal to rename a park that since 1995 has honored former Israeli President Chaim Herzog. The park, located near Dublin's only Jewish school, is named after Herzog, Israel's sixth president, who was born in Belfast. Here to talk about the now withdrawn proposal is Alexandra Herzog, AJC's Director of the William Petschek Global Jewish Communities Department, and Chaim Herzog's granddaughter. Alexandra, welcome to People of the Pod. Alexandra Herzog: Thank you so much for having me, Manya. Manya Brachear Pashman: So you have joined us before, but on a different podcast, The Forgotten Exodus, which is our narrative series about Jews from the Middle East and North Africa. You were joining us to talk about your maternal grandfather, Nessim Gaon, the longtime president of the World Sephardi Federation. He came to Israel from Sudan. But this time, we're talking about your paternal grandfather, Chaim Herzog. How did someone born in Ireland later become President of Israel? Alexandra Herzog: Yes, that's a great question. Manya, so my grandfather, Chaim Herzog, was, as you said, born in Belfast. He grew up in Dublin in a very proudly Jewish home. His father actually was a Rabbi Isaac Halevi Herzog, and he served as the Rabbi of Belfast before becoming the chief rabbi of Ireland. So he moved from Belfast to Dublin in 1919. He was affectionately known as the Sinn Féin rabbi, and he was highly respected and close to many of the leaders of the Irish independence movement. So my grandfather really grew up in a house that was deeply steeped in Jewish learning, in Irish patriotism, and he had a very strong sense of moral responsibility. And as a young man, he had to leave Ireland to study, and he later enlisted in the British Army during World War Two, he fought the Nazis as an intelligence officer. He was one of the first soldiers actually to enter the concentration camp of Bergen Belsen, and he interrogated senior Nazi officials. Now, after the war, he moved to what would become the State of Israel, and he helped build the very young country, almost from its founding, in different positions. And you know, then later, he became Israel's ambassador to the UN and a member of the Israeli parliament, the Knesset. And by the time he was elected as Israel's sixth president in 1983 he was widely seen really, as a statesman who combined Irish warmth and some storytelling with a very deep sense of Jewish history and Jewish responsibility. He never stopped describing himself, actually, as an Irish born man. and he often spoke about how Ireland really shaped his worldview, and his commitment to freedom and to democracy. Manya Brachear Pashman: And you mentioned that he was the ambassador to the United Nations. He was, in fact, Ambassador when the resolution Zionism is Racism was, was part of the conversation. Alexandra Herzog: That's right. Yes, one of the two UN resolutions ever to be withdrawn and canceled, very important one. That's right. Manya Brachear Pashman: In fact, if I'm not mistaken, he tore it in half. Alexandra Herzog: He did. He tore it in half saying that this was nothing but a piece of paper, and explained how, you know, we could not equate Zionism to racism in any sort of way. Manya Brachear Pashman: So were those the reasons why, in 1995, the Dublin City Council decided to name the park after your grandfather? Or were there other reasons? Yeah. Alexandra Herzog: I mean, I think that, you know, I think it was a gesture, really, of recognition, of pride. I mean, Dublin was basically honoring an Irish man, you know, one of its own, an Irish born Jew who had gone to become, it's true, a global statesman, the President of Israel, but who really never stopped speaking about his Irish roots. And I think that that was really a source of pride for him, but also for Ireland in general, for many, many years. And as you said, you know, Herzog Park really sits in a very historically Jewish neighborhood. It's near, actually, where my family lived, where my grandfather grew up, and it's right next to the country's only Jewish school. So naming a park for my grandfather was, I think, really a way of acknowledging this deep Irish Jewish history, and the fact that it is part of Irish history. So I think that my family story is very much woven into the country's broader story of independence, of democracy and of moral courage, really. Manya Brachear Pashman: Yet 30 years later, there has been an attempt to rename that park and strip that name from the park. Why? What happened in 30 years? Alexandra Herzog: It's a great question. I think that in the past three decades, you know, we've really seen the Israeli Palestinian conflict become a proxy battlefield for broader political debates in Europe, but also really everywhere around the world. In Ireland, the criticism of Israeli policies, of the Israeli government, has increasingly blurred into hostility towards Israel as a whole, and at times even towards Israelis and towards Jews. What is really striking about this proposal is that it doesn't target a policy or even a government decision within Ireland. It targets a piece of Jewish and Irish history. So instead of creating a new space or a memorial, the proposal really sought to erase an existing Jewish name. And I think that that shift from debate to erasure, because that's really what we're talking about, is what worries me the most. It reflects really a climate in which maybe some feel that expressing solidarity with Palestinians require overriding an important part of Jewish history and Jewish presence. Jewish memory, really. So one of their proposals is actually to rename it Free Palestine park, or to rename it after, you know, a Palestinian child. Obviously from a personal perspective, it's extremely problematic to remove a Jewish name to replace it by another group. We don't need to do that. We can recognize the realities and the lived experiences of both groups without having to erase one over another. Manya Brachear Pashman: I should note that last year, Israel recalled its ambassador, and in December, closed its embassy in Dublin, accusing the Irish government of extreme anti-Israel policies, antisemitic rhetoric and double standards. So really, taking the debate to extremes, and that the, in fact, the tiny Jewish community that is still there about–would you say about 3000 people in the Irish Jewish community? Alexandra Herzog: That's right. Manya Brachear Pashman: They're facing antisemitism as well. We actually interviewed our colleague, AJC's Director of International Jewish Affairs, Rabbi Andrew Baker, at the time, just about a year ago, because he also serves as the Personal Representative on Combating Antisemitism and the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe. So he had just met with the Irish Prime Minister whose administration had recently adopted the international Holocaust Remembrance Alliance's Working Definition of Antisemitism. So I'm curious now with this attempt to rename the park and do something so harsh to erase Jewish history, has that definition been implemented, or has it failed to be implemented? Alexandra Herzog: Yeah, I think that the adoption of the IHRA working definition of antisemitism by the Irish government was really an important and a very welcome step. On paper, you know, it gives officials and institutions, law enforcement, a shared framework, really, for recognizing antisemitism, including when it appears in the guise of anti-Israel rhetoric. I think that the challenge, really, as always, is implementation. So from what I hear in conversations with the Irish Jewish community, and you know, Jewish community leaders and colleagues who follow these issues very closely, there's still a significant gap between the formal adoption of the IHRA and the day to day practice. Whether it's in, you know, political discourse or in education, or even how incidents are simply discussed or understood. And I think that the current controversy here that we're talking about with Herzog Park is a perfect example of that. If you apply the IHRA seriously, then you see very quickly how targeting a specifically Jewish symbol in a Jewish neighborhood, in order to make a political point about Israel, actually crosses the line into antisemitism. So I think that if we could really work on the implementation much more, that would be extremely positive. Manya Brachear Pashman: And in fact, the prime minister himself actually condemned the attempt by the Dublin City Council to rename the park, correct, he encouraged the withdrawal of this proposal? Alexandra Herzog: That's correct. Both the Prime Minister and the Deputy Prime Minister actually issued statements saying that this proposal should not have come to even be considered, and that they should be withdrawn. And I'm very grateful for their leadership in that. And I think that it's important, though, to underline the fact that it is not, you know, just a global form of antisemitism, but that it is really an expressed form of antisemitism on the ground, really erasing Jewish history and blaming an entire Jewish population for what is happening miles and miles away is antisemitism. Manya Brachear Pashman: So what are you hearing from the tiny Jewish community there? Are you in touch with people there? Do you still have relatives who live in Ireland? Alexandra Herzog: I sadly don't have relatives there anymore, but I am in contact with the Jewish community. And I think that, you know, it's a community that really has a lot of pride in their Jewish history and their Irish history and in their Irish roots. I think there is a feeling, what I'm hearing from them, that there is a bit of a mix of fatigue also, and of anxiety. And you know this, we're talking, as we said before, about a very small community, about 3000 Jews. It's a close knit community that has contributed far beyond its size to Irish society. They love Ireland, and they feel deeply Irish, but in the past years, and especially since October 7, they have felt increasingly targeted, and they often have felt exposed, misunderstood. So I think that incidents like the proposed renaming of the park lands particularly hard because it's not abstract. It's a park that's in their neighborhood, that's next to their children's school, and bearing the name of someone who for them symbolizes their connection to Ireland. So to see this name singled out really sends a chilling message that, you know, Jewish presence, Jewish history are negotiable. Manya Brachear Pashman: You know, we talked about similar issues when we talked about your maternal grandfather in Sudan and the erasure of Jewish history across the Middle East and North Africa in these countries where Jews fled. Would you say that there are parallels here? Or is that, is that an unfair statement? Is that taking it too far? Alexandra Herzog: I mean, I think that, in general, the notion of commemoration, the notion of really talking about one's history is, is a problematic one, when those commemorations, or those celebrations of memory, of Jewish memory and Jewish impact, are being erased because of the connection with Israel. And when people use the platform to accuse Israel of genocide, they distort history. They weaponize really Jewish suffering. I think that there is something to be said there. And, you know, it's the same idea as, you know, removing a Jewish name from a park in order to make that political point about Israel. I think that it is something that we're seeing way too much. It is a very slippery slope, and it's something that we should be 100% avoiding. Because Jewish memory, whether it be, you know, like a commemoration about like, what happened to Jews from our fleeing Arab lands, what happened during the Holocaust, anything that has to do with Jewish memory, it needs to be preserved. It needs to be honored on its own terms. It cannot be repurposed or overwritten to serve certain political narratives or even certain political accusations that like the ones that we're hearing right now, to me, that is very deeply troubling, and it's something that Jewish communities worldwide, I think, are experiencing more and more unfortunately. Manya Brachear Pashman: So I wanted to ask you, your grandfather passed away in 1997. This park was named two years earlier. Was he present for that dedication? Alexandra Herzog: Yeah, unfortunately, he wasn't able to attend the inauguration. He was still alive, that's true when the park was named, and he was deeply touched by the gesture. I think that for him, it really symbolized a bit of a full circle somehow. You know, the Irish boy who became President of Israel, who's being honored in the neighborhood where his story really began. I think that there was something very powerful and beautiful about it. For the 100th anniversary of my grandfather's birth in 2018 the family actually went to the park and got the dedication plaque up. And you know, that was a very meaningful event. Manya Brachear Pashman: It must be heartbreaking for you to know that they want to tear that plaque down now. Alexandra Herzog: I know how proud my grandfather was of his Irish roots. I know the work that my great-grandfather did in Ireland for Irish independence. And I think that it's completely uncalled for right now to rewrite history and to pretend that our family's story has no place in this country that meant so much for two generations of my family, and really even as a statement for Israel. My grandfather always, you know, talked about Ireland, and really always had this pride. So it touches very deeply. I think it really gives the very wrong message to young Jews and children who are growing up in a country where they are such a minority, I think that we have to put things in perspective a little bit. And, you know, I imagine being a kid and seeing like the name of somebody who maybe symbolizes something for you, their name being removed.It sends a message that really should not be out there in any kind of way and is not justified. Manya Brachear Pashman: You knew your grandfather. Did he share stories about his childhood, and was there anything as you were standing in that park that reflected those stories? Alexandra Herzog: Yeah, I had the very big privilege to know my grandfather very well, to spend a lot of time with him. I'm his first grandchild, so we spent a lot of time together. We shared a deep passion together for history, for literature, for politics, but also for nature. For me, before any before being a public figure, he really was my grandfather, my Saba. Someone who was warm, who was funny, who was very present as a grandfather, who would take me to the garden and show me all of his fruit trees that he was so very proud. And I had this feeling, I mean, the park, this park is very small. It's a tiny, you know, it's a tiny park, but somehow is so meaningful to him. And I know that he loved living in that neighborhood. It was very hard for him to leave Ireland and, you know, go to what was then Palestine. So it's something that I really felt very strongly when I was there, and that I think that our family thinks about often. Manya Brachear Pashman: Well, Alexandra, I am so glad that the Dublin City Council tabled this proposal for the time being. And I appreciate you sharing some memories about your grandfather and putting this in perspective for our listeners. Alexandra Herzog: Thank you very much. It was an honor. Manya Brachear Pashman: You can hear the story of Alexandra Herzog's maternal grandfather Nissim Gaon and the challenges he and his family faced in Sudan in the first season of our award-winning series The Forgotten Exodus. In 12 episodes, we also share the erased or often-forgotten stories of Jewish families who left or were driven from their homes in the Middle East and North Africa. And don't forget to listen to our most recent series about reconciliation in the region: Architects of Peace: The Abraham Accords Story.
In Episode 440 of The Andrew Parker Show, Andrew Parker confronts the growing wave of global misinformation shaping public opinion about Israel, Hamas, and the so-called “Free Palestine” movement. He traces the origins of the campaign to delegitimize Israel—from Yasser Arafat's shift from failed military conquest to world-opinion warfare—to today's slogans, social media narratives, and ideological alliances that distort history and facts.Andrew walks listeners through the true historical record, including the 1947 Partition Plan, the repeated Arab rejection of sovereign statehood, and the reality that Israel has consistently offered coexistence while facing relentless campaigns aimed at its destruction. He exposes how Hamas—an Iranian-backed terror organization—launched a just war on October 7, targeting civilians and continuing to sacrifice both Israelis and Palestinians to its extremist agenda.The episode also examines key “inconvenient truths” ignored in mainstream coverage: Israel's extraordinary efforts to minimize civilian casualties, the historically low combatant-to-civilian casualty ratio in dense urban warfare, the unprecedented delivery of humanitarian aid into Gaza, and the fact that Palestinians living in Israel enjoy full citizenship and civil rights not available to Jews in neighboring Arab states.Andrew closes with a hard look at the moral foundation of Israel's fight—not as colonial aggression, but as a defense of freedom, democracy, and Judeo-Christian values against an enemy dedicated to annihilation and terror.This episode challenges listeners to step beyond slogans and confront reality—no matter how uncomfortable the truth may be.Support the showThe Andrew Parker Show - Politics, Israel & The Law. Follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube and X. Subscribe to our email list at www.theandrewparkershow.com Copyright © 2025 The Andrew Parker Show - All Rights Reserved.
College football playoff rankings released. Congressional win for Republicans last night in Tennessee. Trump accounts begin. War Secretary Pete Hegseth defends the September 2 second-strike decision. Democrats sound off on drug-boat attacks. President Trump shares his thoughts on Somalian immigrants. Minneapolis police vs. ICE? Is Zohran Mamdani the antichrist? Venezuela propaganda reached new level of absurdity. Rosie O'Donnell is bitter, and now her kid is too. Candace Owens about to reveal names around the murder of Charlie Kirk? Secretary of State Marco Rubio sounds off on the college football playoff. The many adventures of Franklin the Turtle. Liberal podcaster bashes billionaires. "Free Palestine" chant at Christmas gathering. Airbus wins a diversity award as its planes are struggling to stay in the air. 00:00 Pat Gray UNLEASHED! 00:49 BYU Coach Update 08:52 What are Trump Accounts? 11:23 Michael & Susan Dell Make an Announcement 13:43 Susan Dell on Trump Accounts 15:14 Ted Cruz on Trump Accounts 21:51 Pete Hegseth on the Venezuela Boat Strikes 25:08 Jack Reed Defends Narco-Terrorists 26:08 Lisa Murkowski on the Venezuela Boat Strikes 26:53 Adam Smith on the Venezuela Boat Strikes 33:59 Fat Five 42:38 Trump on Somalis in America 48:14 Veterans Speak Out against Afghanistan 54:30 Minneapolis Chief Speaks Out against ICE 57:18 Zohran Mamdani on Immigrant Raids in NYC 57:59 Zohran Mamdani on Starbucks 1:04:38 Elf on the Shelf 1:05:40 Venezuelan Governor Boasts about his "Feast" 1:08:40 Rosie O'Donnell's Daughter Blames Trump for Moving to Ireland?! 1:12:15 Candace Owens Speaks Out against TPUSA 1:14:40 Trump Compliments Boom Mic Guy 1:15:35 Marco Rubio Jokes about Football 1:16:54 Don't Mess with Franklin 1:22:24 Jeffy Needs the Christmas Spirit 1:24:14 Jennifer Welch Hates Billionaires 1:27:09 Talking about Elon/Tesla 1:30:33 Christmas Tree Lighting in Portland, Oregon 1:33:39 War against the Federal Government? 1:33:58 Jacqui Chan Accepts Award? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Dublin City Council moving to remove the name of Israel's sixth president Chaim Herzog from a park and rename it "Free Palestine." Reporter Arieh O’Sullivan spoke with Malcolm Gafson, chairman of the Israel-Ireland Friendship league about the matter. (photo: Jacqueline Arzt/AP)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
On this episode of CounterPunch Radio, Erik Wallenberg and Joshua Frank talk to Presleigh Hayashida and Sophie Shepherd about efforts to evict genocide profiteers out of the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Gen Z organizing, and much more. Presleigh Hayashida is a Brooklyn-based community organizer working on general anti-fascist organizing and the movement for a Free Palestine. In her spare time, she works as a civil engineer, spends time with her two cats, and stares at trees. Sophie Shepherd is a Brooklyn-based community organizer and writer. She graduated summa cum laude from Scripps College in 2024, earning a B.A. in Environmental Analysis and a minor in Writing & Rhetoric. Follow Demilitarize Brooklyn Navy Yard on Instagram. The post Genocide Profiteers Out of Brooklyn Navy Yard + Gen Z Organizing w/ Presleigh Hayashida and Sophie Shepherd appeared first on CounterPunch.org.
In this episode, we speak with Lucy Biggers, head of social media at The Free Press and a former climate activist who has completely rethought the story she was telling the world and herself. Lucy shares how she went from a left-wing digital newsroom steeped in oppressor–oppressed ideology and climate doomsday content to slowly "re-educating" herself, especially after COVID lockdowns made her question what the climate movement was really asking of ordinary people. We talk about how smart, idealistic young people get pulled into movements, from climate activism to "Free Palestine" marches and democratic socialists like AOC and Zohran Mamdani, often in search of purpose, belonging, and someone to blame. Lucy walks us through the emotional cost of changing her mind in public, losing old followers, gaining new ones, and learning to stand on principle instead of group approval. We also go bigger: what's happening in our universities and K–12 schools, the rise of extreme voices on both the woke left and the conspiratorial right, and why Lucy still believes in American exceptionalism, free thinking, and the courage to say, "I was wrong" as an act of wisdom, not shame. The Free Press Key Timestamps + Signature Quotes 00:00 — Introduction & Lucy's Background Quote: "I debunk the fear around climate change because people deserve the truth, not terror." 01:10 — Why We Wanted Lucy On Quote: "So many young people today are operating from a state of fear." — Yelena 01:52 — Lucy's Political Journey Quote: "I lived half my twenties believing America was evil — I was completely swept up in it." 02:30 — Inside the Newsroom Groupthink Quote: "It was ground zero for oppressor–oppressed ideology. I didn't realize how deep it ran." 03:50 — Her Climate Activism Years Quote: "Activism became my meaning, my identity, my way to feel good about myself." 05:01 — COVID Breaks the Spell Quote: "The world shut down and emissions fell only 5%. I thought—what exactly do they want from us?" 05:45 — Quietly Leaving the Movement Quote: "I gave myself space to think for the first time in years." 06:49 — Going Public With New Beliefs Quote: "I had to develop a stronger center of truth than the pushback waiting for me." 07:05 — How Brainwashing Happens Quote: "I'd do anything to fit in — that's how the ideology hooks you." 09:28 — Re-Education & Books That Changed Her Quote: "I wasn't deprogrammed overnight — I had to re-educate myself page by page." 10:17 — Can Universities Be Saved? Quote: "Six billion dollars from Qatar changes what gets taught. Money goes a long way." — Polina 11:05 — Why Young People Hate the West Quote: "America is imperfect — but exceptional. Most of the world can't tell their kids to 'follow your dreams.'" 12:43 — How Bad Ideas Spread Online Quote: "You see a headline, you don't read the article, and your brain absorbs fear as fact." 16:49 — Losing Followers & Building a New Audience Quote: "I lost thousands at first — then gained tens of thousands who actually want the truth." 19:35 — Friendships & Family After Changing Beliefs Quote: "My real friends stayed. The ones who left were never real in the first place." 20:46 — Climate Activists → Free Palestine Movement Quote: "It's the same psychological pattern: well-meaning young people taught a black-and-white story." 21:58 — Social Media Censorship Quote: "In 2019, I would have been banned for simply asking questions." 23:12 — Climate Facts No One Teaches Quote: "CO₂ is 0.04% of the atmosphere. How did I not know that after years covering climate?" 25:04 — When Activism Becomes a Religion Quote: "There's a crisis of meaning — causes become the new church." — Yelena 26:51 — The Bigger Ideology Behind It Quote: "I used to think 'Marxism' critiques were crazy. Now I see they were right." 27:33 — What Gives Her Hope Quote: "When one person stands up, it creates a resonance that gives others permission to do the same." 30:23 — Mumdani, AOC & Democratic Socialists Quote: "Feeling like a victim is a dead end — you can't build a life from that mindset." 33:11 — AOC's Brand Trap Quote: "She never had space to change — her entire identity depends on that worldview." 34:09 — What Do We Do About Schools & Universities? Quote: "It's time for new institutions — maybe even a Free Press University." 36:13 — Tucker, Candace & the New Far-Right Quote: "Extremism on the right mirrors extremism on the left — it's the same loss of grounding." 39:01 — Why It's Hard to Push Back on the Right Quote: "Not everyone stands on principle — the last two months showed us that clearly." 41:48 — Accountability vs. Blame Quote: "Each side finds someone to blame. No one wants accountability." — Yelena 42:47 — John Fetterman's Example Quote: "He hasn't moved — everyone else has." — Polina 43:22 — Where to Follow Lucy Quote: "If you follow me anywhere, follow me on Instagram — it's where I speak most freely." 43:52 — Polina's Closing Reflection Quote: "Wisdom is having the courage to say: I was wrong."
Welcome to Indulgence Gospel After Dark!We are Virginia Sole-Smith and Corinne Fay, and it's time for your November Extra Butter episode.Today we're talking about our problematic faves! These are shows, musicians, influencers and other pockets of culture that we want to enjoy without thinking much about them, even if there's discourse. We'll get into: Our favorite Bad Skinny Girl TV shows. The straight man who has Corinne's heart. Is Virginia a pick-me girl now? And so many more!!! To hear the whole thing, read the full transcript, and join us in the comments, you do need to be an Extra Butter subscriber. If you haven't joined us yet — we've extended your Burnt Toast gift access deadline! Check your email for "claim your free month by 11/20!" And do it TODAY! Join Extra Butter
Central Park West Apartments for all! Freeze the Rent! Free Palestine! Jason goes on a screed that is sure to bemuse, offend, and enlighten. He showcases the myriad ways in which Mamdani's leftwing populism is not so dissimilar to Trump's disordering offerings. In the wake of Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York Mayoral Election, Democrats face a choice. How do they talk about the issues he won on – cost of living, housing, transport – but from a centrist perspective? Or do they even try and double down on the socialism? Because… if Mamdani's populist hard left politics win out, could they be handing the next presidency to JD Vance? This week, Jason and Jane discuss the implications of the recent elections in the US, not just in New York City, but across the country. They debate the rise of Zohran Mamdani and how it raises questions profound questions about the soul of America, about nativism, identity politics, and the need for the Democratic Party to learn from centrist candidates to regain voter trust. And as they Order the Disorder, Jane and Jason discuss the growing need for experts in politics, and how populism – whether on the left or right of – isn't the answer. To join our Mega Orderers Club, and get ad free listening, early episode releases, bonus content and exclusive access to live events, visit https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/ Producer: George McDonagh Subscribe to our Substack - https://natoandtheged.substack.com/ Disorder on YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@DisorderShow Show Notes Links: Join the Mega Orderers Club via this link: https://disorder.supportingcast.fm/ The Fall of New York City in 8 Charts: This is why Mamdani won-- https://www.frontpagemag.com/the-fall-of-new-york-city-in-8-charts Listen back to Ep3. The Rise of the Neo-Populists https://pod.link/1706818264/episode/NGIxZDgwNGUtNGQ4Ni0xMWVlLWFlMTUtMWYxMWNiYzVkN2Jk Timecodes Chapters 00:00 - 01:44: Intro 01:44 - 20:28: The Rise of Zohran Mamdani and the Dilemma for Democrats 20:28 - 37:56: What does this mean for wider US politics? 37:56 - end: Ordering the Disorder Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This Week: The state of Florida has distinguished itself in recent years as a true laboratory for right wing extremist policy in education. Well, the process continues as the impacts of vouchers and efforts to privatize public education are reaching new heights. As schools battle for “market share” and districts sell access to courses on an Amazon-like website, the public coffers are being drained faster than ever before. Meanwhile, in so-called liberal California, amidst the passage of AB 715, which conflates critique of Israel with Antisemitism and instills a draconian oversight structure over schools and educators, Oakland Unified is found to have created a “discriminatory environment” for things like the display of Palestinian flags, allowing an unsponsored a teach-in about Israeli genocide and colonialism, and posting “Free Palestine” posters in classrooms. Thankfully, the fight is not over on AB 715. The American-Arab Anti Discrimination Committee is filing a federal lawsuit to challenge the constitutionality of the law, which violates first Amendment rights, and could have an extreme chilling effect on educators' ability to teach truthfully about the genocide in Palestine and the actions of the Israeli government. At the same time, the law ignores the rising tide of right wing antisemitism brewing among influencers with millions of followers, many who are teenagers sitting in American high schools. MAXIMUM WOKENESS ALERT -- get your All of the Above swag, including your own “Teach the Truth” shirt! In this moment of relentless attacks on teaching truth in the classroom, we got you covered. https://all-of-the-above-store.creator-spring.com Watch, listen and subscribe to make sure you don't miss our latest content!Listen on Apple Podcast and Spotify Website: https://AOTAshow.comStream all of our content at: linktr.ee/AOTA Watch at: YouTube.com/AlloftheAboveFollow us at: LinkedIn, Facebook.com/AOTAshow, Twitter.com/AOTAshow
This Week: The state of Florida has distinguished itself in recent years as a true laboratory for right wing extremist policy in education. Well, the process continues as the impacts of vouchers and efforts to privatize public education are reaching new heights. As schools battle for “market share” and districts sell access to courses on an Amazon-like website, the public coffers are being drained faster than ever before. Meanwhile, in so-called liberal California, amidst the passage of AB 715, which conflates critique of Israel with Antisemitism and instills a draconian oversight structure over schools and educators, Oakland Unified is found to have created a “discriminatory environment” for things like the display of Palestinian flags, allowing an unsponsored a teach-in about Israeli genocide and colonialism, and posting “Free Palestine” posters in classrooms. Thankfully, the fight is not over on AB 715. The American-Arab Anti Discrimination Committee is filing a federal lawsuit to challenge the constitutionality of the law, which violates first Amendment rights, and could have an extreme chilling effect on educators' ability to teach truthfully about the genocide in Palestine and the actions of the Israeli government. At the same time, the law ignores the rising tide of right wing antisemitism brewing among influencers with millions of followers, many who are teenagers sitting in American high schools. MAXIMUM WOKENESS ALERT -- get your All of the Above swag, including your own “Teach the Truth” shirt! In this moment of relentless attacks on teaching truth in the classroom, we got you covered. https://all-of-the-above-store.creator-spring.com Watch, listen and subscribe to make sure you don't miss our latest content!Listen on Apple Podcast and Spotify Website: https://AOTAshow.comStream all of our content at: linktr.ee/AOTA Watch at: YouTube.com/AlloftheAboveFollow us at: LinkedIn, Facebook.com/AOTAshow, Twitter.com/AOTAshow
It only took about 24 hours after Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023 terrorist attack on Israel for cries of “free Palestine” to fill city streets as protesters waved the Palestinian flag. However, following the ceasefire and hostage deal which the Trump administration led the way in negotiating, those same protesters are noticeably quiet. The absence of great celebration on the part of the “free Palestine” protesters confirms what many already knew - the pro-Palestine movement has always been more deeply rooted in a hatred of Israel than a love for the people of Gaza. Now more than ever, the “Free Palestine” chanters should be taking to the streets to demand Hamas be completely eliminated as the terrorist group carries out public executions of local citizens in Gaza following the partial withdrawal of the Israeli military. On this week's edition of “Problematic Women,” we discuss the historic nature of the deal that ended the fighting between Israel and Hamas, and celebrate the return of all the living hostages. Also on today's show, Erika Kirk was at the White House this week to receive the Medal of Freedom on behalf of her husband Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated in September. We also break down a Young Republicans group chat leak, and the Left's hypocritical reaction. Plus, we bring you the latest pop culture news, including Keira Knightley's recent comments on transgenderism. Enjoy the show! Keep Up With The Daily Signal Sign up for our email newsletters: https://www.dailysignal.com/email Subscribe to our other shows: The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL2284199939 The Signal Sitdown: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL2026390376 Problematic Women: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL7765680741 Victor Davis Hanson: https://megaphone.link/THEDAILYSIGNAL9809784327 Follow The Daily Signal: X: https://x.com/intent/user?screen_name=DailySignal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/ Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/dailysignal?sub_confirmation=1 Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
It only took about 24 hours after Hamas's Oct. 7, 2023 terrorist attack on Israel for cries of “free Palestine” to fill city streets as protesters waved the Palestinian flag. However, following the ceasefire and hostage deal which the Trump administration led the way in negotiating, those same protesters are noticeably quiet. The absence of great celebration on the part of the “free Palestine” protesters confirms what many already knew - the pro-Palestine movement has always been more deeply rooted in a hatred of Israel than a love for the people of Gaza. Now more than ever, the “Free Palestine” chanters should be taking to the streets to demand Hamas be completely eliminated as the terrorist group carries out public executions of local citizens in Gaza following the partial withdrawal of the Israeli military. On this week's edition of “Problematic Women,” we discuss the historic nature of the deal that ended the fighting between Israel and Hamas, and celebrate the return of all the living hostages. Also on today's show, Erika Kirk was at the White House this week to receive the Medal of Freedom on behalf of her husband Charlie Kirk, who was assassinated in September. We also break down a Young Republicans group chat leak, and the Left's hypocritical reaction. Plus, we bring you the latest pop culture news, including Keira Knightley's recent comments on transgenderism. Subscribe to The Tony Kinnett Cast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-tony-kinnett-cast/id1714879044 Don't forget our other shows: Virginia Allen's Problematic Women: https://www.dailysignal.com/problematic-women Bradley Devlin's The Signal Sitdown: https://www.dailysignal.com/the-signal-sitdown Follow The Daily Signal: X: https://x.com/DailySignal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedailysignal/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDailySignalNews/ Truth Social: https://truthsocial.com/@DailySignal YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/DailySignal Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/TheDailySignal Thanks for making The Daily Signal Podcast your trusted source for the day's top news. Subscribe on your favorite podcast platform and never miss an episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Patrick examines the mounting tension in Gaza and the broader Middle East, raising hard questions about protest motives and what peace really means in this climate. He urges listeners to challenge media narratives, reflect on Western identity, and hold fast to Catholic convictions amid uncertainty. Thought-provoking listener questions on prophecy and moral choices spark honest, real-time conversation. Audio: Secretary of State Rubio on peace in Gaza (00:19) Audio: Jihadists showing their true colors after the peace plan was implemented (01:57) Audio: Hamas is already rounding up innocent Palestinian civilians and eliminating them (07:41) Audio: Where are all the Free Palestine people now that Hamas is executing lots of Palestinian civilians (09:23) Audio: Georgia Meloni (Italian Prime Minister) on defending our rights and identity (11:43) Audio: Islamophobia is an invention of Islamists (15:23) Audio: No one in the Middle East actually blocks intersections to pray in the streets (19:32) Audio: The Truth about Dearborn - Michigan resident exposes the truth about the Muslim takeover (20:17) Audio: Douglas Murray on how the UK is slipping away - “I don’t recognize our country anymore. I don’t understand why we have given in to Islamists who parade in London, calling for jihad and praising Hamas. They hate Britain just as much as they hate Israel.” (24:56) Audio: Douglas Murray "We have been insane in our immigration policies" (27:33) Richard - Is what's happening with Israel, Biblical? Is God doing His Holy Work? (29:50) Jason - If you're unsure if you committed a mortal sin, should you refrain from communion and go to confession first? (37:44) Joe – A past tubal ligation is affecting my marriage. What do I do now, knowing it's a sin? We didn't know it was a sin back then. (46:56)
Alyson and Breht analyze current events, including the ceasefire in Gaza and its implications, the newest round of US imperialist aggression against Venezuela, Regime Change aspirations in Iran and Venezuela, the absolutely horrific state of the American economy, the AI bubble, Free Speech, ICE raids, and more. Learn more about the show at https://revleftradio.com/
From Comey's courtroom plea to Pelosi losing it on CNN, today's show is packed. We're breaking down the left's double standards, Antifa's chaos, and the viral TikToks everyone's talking about. Zach Bryan does damage control, Sen. Kennedy torches the shutdown debate, and Greta chants “Free Palestine.” Plus—brutal Antifa clashes, Kimmel mocking prayer, and a Twitch streamer in major trouble.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS TO SUPPORT OUR SHOW!Get up to 20% off ultimate comfort at home with Cozy Earth. Visit https://CozyEarth.com withcode CHICKS and remember to tell them you heard about Cozy Earth right here.Give your furry friend the gift of healthy, happy skin this season—save 15% on all Coat Defenseproducts at https://CoatDefense.com with code CHICKS at checkout!Power your day with Daily Multi + Iron & Omega-3 from Healthycell and get 20% OFF yourfirst order at https://HealthyCell.com/Chicks using code CHICKS
From Comey's courtroom plea to Pelosi losing it on CNN, today's show is packed. We're breaking down the left's double standards, Antifa's chaos, and the viral TikToks everyone's talking about. Zach Bryan does damage control, Sen. Kennedy torches the shutdown debate, and Greta chants “Free Palestine.” Plus—brutal Antifa clashes, Kimmel mocking prayer, and a Twitch […]
Jimmy Kimmel returned to air with an emotional monologue addressing backlash over his comments linking a murder suspect to MAGA, but critics argue his speech was more like a tearful “non-apology” filled with contradictions. He claimed he never intended to make light of the killing or blame any group, yet past clips showed him doing exactly that. Jimmy and Americans' Comedian Kurt Metzger highlight Kimmel's history of supporting censorship against others while now presenting himself as a free-speech defender. They discuss Kimmel's hypocrisy, pointing to past jokes about denying medical care to the unvaccinated and his refusal to take political risks such as saying “Free Palestine.” Plus segments on the joke that got Tim Dillon DISINVITED from the upcoming Saudi comedy festival, a viral video demonstrating that Charlie Kirk was shot from behind and Trump's insistence with no supporting evidence that the boats the US military is blowing out of the water are all drug trafficking vessels. Also featuring James Li and Stef Zamorano!
Join Jim and Greg for the Monday 3 Martini Lunch as they marvel at Erika Kirk's powerful display of faith in forgiving her husband's killer, blast British Prime Minister Keir Starmer for recognizing a Palestinian state, and dissect two alarming incidents of political violence where officials seem oddly confused about the motives.First, they reflect on Sunday's memorial service for Charlie Kirk and the emotional moment when his widow, Erika Kirk, publicly forgave the “young man” who murdered her husband earlier this month. Jim calls it “one of the most profoundly Christian moments” we've ever witnessed in public life.Next, they slam Prime Minister Keir Starmer for effectively rewarding Hamas terrorism by formally recognizing a Palestinian state. Starmer insists this will remove Hamas from power, and reform the Palestinian Authority. Of course, he also blames Israel for the humanitarian problems in Gaza. Bottom line: he's not helping.Finally, they examine two recent instances of possible political violence where authorities seem to be confused about motive when the facts aren't very fuzzy. They discuss the California man who fired shots at the ABC affiliate in Sacramento and the guy who opened fire at a New Hampshire country club. In the latter incident, the gunman reportedly yelled "Free Palestine" before opening fire, but officials say it's unlikely that's what caused him to shoot people. Really?Please visit our great sponsors:Formulated for men, Caldera Lab upgrades your skincare routine. Visit https://CalderaLab.com/3ML and use code 3ML for 20% off your first order.Find the right support that's right for you with BetterHelp. Our listeners get 10% off their first month at https://BetterHelp.com/3ML
Aaron McIntire recaps the powerful memorial for Charlie Kirk, featuring gospel messages from Marco Rubio, J.D. Vance, and others, alongside Erika Kirk's grace-filled words. Plus, updates on Trump's AG frustrations, H-1B visa crackdowns, a bizarre ABC shooting tied to Jimmy Kimmel, UK recognition of Palestine, a "Free Palestine" wedding attack, Pentagon press limits, and Democratic resistance to honoring Kirk. Charlie Kirk memorial, gospel at service, Marco Rubio speech, J.D. Vance tribute, Erika Kirk, Trump Pam Bondi, H-1B visas, immigration crackdown, ABC shooting Jimmy Kimmel, UK Palestine recognition, New Hampshire wedding attack, Pentagon press access, AOC Kirk criticism, political violence, AM Update
VDH and Jack talk about Jerry Seinfeld on the Free Palestine movement, Hollywood's boycott of Israeli film institutions, the changing landscape of Silicon Valley, the question of lawlessness in the West, and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.