Podcasts about free speech

While the podcast team is taking a Radical Sabbatical, Kim is interviewing authors of the books that have had a big impact on her in the past two years.  In this episode, Kim speaks with Rob Lalka, the author of The Venture Alchemists - How Big Tech Turned Profits Into Power.    In this episode of Radical Sabbatical, Kim sits down with Rob Lalka, author of Venture Alchemist, to study what the founders of Facebook, Google, and the “PayPal Mafia” were saying and writing before anyone was paying attention to them. They explore what separates the leaders who stayed grounded from the ones who didn't. They ask a hard question: does it matter if a leader got corrupted by too much money and power or if they started out bad to the bone? Every leader (indeed, every one of us) has good and bad inside. The one that wins is usually the one that gets fed. The question is whether the venture capital model feeds the good — or does it feed the bad, setting founders up to be corrupted by their own success?  Kim and Rob explore the contrasting origins of major tech companies like Facebook and Google. They discuss the implications of Mark Zuckerberg's early actions (for example, an IM while in college with a friend who asked him how he got access to people's personal information and he replied “they trusted me, the dumb f–ks;”). What does it mean that Google's founders started out thinking Google would have to be a non-profit so that advertising wouldn't bias information but wound up selling trillions of ads?  The conversation also delves into the impact of the PayPal Mafia and the controversial book by Thiel and Sachs, The Diversity Myth. Rob discusses the complexities of free speech and the implications of outlier behavior. He emphasizes the importance of moral leadership in corporate culture and critiques the philosophical influences of figures like Ayn Rand and Milton Friedman on business ethics. Rob expresses hope for the future, particularly through the potential of his students to create positive change in society. Books & Articles mention by Rob:   George Packer - article in The Atlantic - The Venture-Capital Populist https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/2026/06/david-sacks-crypto-ai-venture-capital/686941/ Max Chafkin - The Contrarian: Peter Thiel and the Rise of the Silicon Valley Oligarchs https://elmstreetbooks.com/book/9781984878557 Jimi Soni - The Founders: The Story of Paypal and the Entrepreneurs Who Shaped Silicon Valley https://www.amazon.com/dp/1501197266?lv=shuf&channelId=500&plpRedirect=mhFallback Guest Background: Rob Lalka is the author of The Venture Alchemists - How Big Tech Turned Profits Into Power.  He is also the Albert R. Lepage Professor in Business and executive director of the Albert Lepage Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at Tulane University. He is on the board of directors of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana, Public Democracy, Inc., and Venture For America in New Orleans. Previously, he served on the U.S. Secretary of State's policy planning staff and in the State Department's Office of Global Partnerships, was a director at Village Capital, and was a senior advisor at the Howard G. Buffett Foundation. CHAPTERS (00:40) Introduction to Alchemy and Venture Capital (03:04) The Power Dynamics in Business Models (05:33) Zuckerberg's Origin Story and Its Implications (07:40) The Contrast with Google's Founding Philosophy (09:47) The Role of Advertising in Business Models (12:43) The Historical Context of Business Practices (14:59) The Golden Spike and Economic Inequality (14:59) The Impact of the PayPal Mafia and Diversity Myth (22:00) The Controversy of Free Speech and Homophobia (25:07) Outlier Behavior and Its Implications (28:03) The Rape Issue and Its Consequences (30:27) Moral Leadership and Corporate Culture (33:08) Philosophical Influences on Business Ethics (40:30) Hope for the Future and the Role of Education Connect with the Radical Candor team: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ Keywords venture capital, alchemy, business models, Zuckerberg, Google, advertising, economic inequality, PayPal Mafia, diversity myth, entrepreneurship free speech, outlier behavior, corporate culture, moral leadership, business ethics, philosophy, education, AI Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Support The Show On Patreon!: https://www.patreon.com/AaronMachbitz Dr. Tyler Black joins Something For Everybody this week. Dr. Tyler delivers evidence-based psychiatric care to children and adolescents, develops and interprets the latest psychiatric science, and speaks to medical and general audiences. We discuss mental health, the complexities of depression and suicide, social media's impact, and the importance of nuanced understanding in mental health care. -

Michael Roth, the President of Wesleyan University, will speak at the Monterey Meeting House in Monterey, MA on Sunday, August 9th. His talk is titled: 'From Neutrality to Democracy; How Higher Ed Can Defend Democracy.' Michael will join us later this morning.Michael Roth has been president of Wesleyan University since 2007. His most recent books are 'The Student: A Brief History and Safe Enough Spaces: A Pragmatist's Guide to Free Speech, Affirmative Action, and Political Correctness on College Campuses,'and 'Beyond the University: Why Liberal Education Matters.'He is currently focused on building a network of schools, Democracy 250, whose students defend democracy by participating in it. We welcome Michael Roth to the RT.

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The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Free speech exposes ideas, challenges beliefs, and reveals character, which is why governments, media outlets, and cultural institutions increasingly seek to control it. From Canada's hate-speech laws to American prosecutions and public attacks, censorship threatens open debate, accountability, and the public's right to question authority...

The Constitution Study with Host Paul Engel – Free speech exposes ideas, challenges beliefs, and reveals character, which is why governments, media outlets, and cultural institutions increasingly seek to control it. From Canada's hate-speech laws to American prosecutions and public attacks, censorship threatens open debate, accountability, and the public's right to question authority...

Ed Bonderenka talked about the Fauci hearings and played audio. Then Cheerful News regarding Planned Parenthood, Free Speech and the Boy Scouts. With callers.

Shockwaves hit public health and big tech! Uncover the explosive revelations behind suppressed side effects, federal VAERS data, and how YouTube's censorship policies silenced critical discussions.

Twice a month Charlie Robinson and Ryan Cristián join forces to discuss the madness that is partisan politics, and the chaotic nature of the world today. They discuss current events, political machinations, foreign policy blunders, and just good old fashioned two-party illusion naivety. The conversations will be focused on whatever is most current in their minds as they do their best to decipher "what the hell is happening?" !function(r,u,m,b,l,e){r._Rumble=b,r[b]||(r[b]=function(){(r[b]._=r[b]._||[]).push(arguments);if(r[b]._.length==1){l=u.createElement(m),e=u.getElementsByTagName(m)[0],l.async=1,l.src="https://rumble.com/embedJS/u2q643"+(arguments[1].video?'.'+arguments[1].video:'')+"/?url="+encodeURIComponent(location.href)+"&args="+encodeURIComponent(JSON.stringify([].slice.apply(arguments))),e.parentNode.insertBefore(l,e)}})}(window, document, "script", "Rumble");   Rumble("play", {"video":"v7bcq1g","div":"rumble_v7bcq1g"}); Source Links: (21) AIPAC Tracker on X: ".@AIPAC ♥️s Netanyahu" / X (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "Just like the last time. And remember the MSM/MAM tried to play it off like it was an insult. It was special treatment." / X (21) Parody Jeff on X: "Why is Miriam Adelson taking part in official meetings with foreign leaders? https://t.co/uPiAZQp5BU" / X (21) Shadow of Ezra on X: "Benjamin Netanyahu tells Christian Zionists in America that his bloodline comes directly from the original Hebrews in Jerusalem. He says his bloodline provided the world with freedom and faith and is now under attack by antisemites. Netanyahu wants Christian Zionists to "fight, https://t.co/zcLQvbSgBv" / X (21) Zo Brown on X: "Israelis loot all the homes before razing the village. https://t.co/86Q3OknzIY" / X (21) Parody Jeff on X: "A tour guide raises the German flag for his own group right in the middle of Germany. ISRAELI tourists who are also in the area completely lose it. They claim it evokes Nazi supremacy and drag the police into it. Germany has completely lost the plot. https://t.co/CyK6DfSrqu" / X New Tab President Trump Participates in a Roundtable on ANTIFA - YouTube (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "Here is Trump in 2015, and then again in 2024, saying ‘stupid people' when speaking of those pointing out how both of his below suggestions are unquestionably unconstitutional. #FreeSpeech https://t.co/gEjfJx86AV" / X New Tab (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "Every. Time. The real question is will people continue to fall for the games of the #TwoPartyIllusion or decide to strike a new path. Jump off the left/right political hamster wheel and you'll find there are far more options than you've been trained to believe." / X (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "As I told you was coming (watch as it's self amplifying mRNA). We can still stop this if we see beyond the false party lines and realize who we're actually fighting. I personally think that is more possible right now than it's ever been, in my lifetime at least." / X (21) Aaron Rupar on X: "Reminder that on his last day of his first term, Trump awarded a commendation to Dr Fauci "in recognition of his exceptional effort on Operation Warp Speed" https://t.co/qhrPAkoCDz" / X (21) End Tribalism in Politics on X: "Tucker Carlson says people like Fauci and Bill Gates may never end up in prison. But their lives will be misery forever. “He's still alive, but in some very obvious sense, he's already in hell.” “None of them are getting away with anything.” “Justice is real.” “Wrongdoers https://t.co/mGK0NZ7Oag" / X Obama Granted Bill Gates Top Secret Clearance At Energy Department - AOL (21) Cuckturd on X: ""There would have never been a Covid vaccine with out me!" Donald J Trump. He also gave Big Pharma full immunity, has been vaxxed 16 times, and commended Dr. Fauci. If Maga has a problem they need to take it up with their Daddy. https://t.co/SgRfP0exio" / X New Tab (21) Alex Jones on X: "Roger Stone says he just filed for divorce against me. The problem is, we were never married. I am very excited that Trump and the people in his orbit have figured out that I want nothing to do with them. They have become nothing but globalist puppets and are on a sinking ship. https://t.co/2NdSjmorYZ" / X Why Alex Jones says Trump should be removed from office (21) The Last American Vagabond on X: "What did I tell ya?" / X   Bitcoin Donations Are Appreciated: www.thelastamericanvagabond.com/bitcoin-donation (3FSozj9gQ1UniHvEiRmkPnXzHSVMc68U9f)

Day Break | Free Speech, Free For All Friday --- 00:00 - Monologue 28:19 – Jennifer Esteban, President of United Independents and Executive Director of the Independent National Convention. Esteban discusses why accountability may be one of the few issues capable of bringing Americans together, arguing that justice, transparency, and government oversight should be applied equally regardless of political affiliation, wealth, or influence. 38:33 - Monologue 47:34 – Melanie Kurdys, President of USPIE Michigan. Kurdys responds to recent criticism of homeschooling families, discussing parental rights, growing dissatisfaction with public education, and the reasons more parents are choosing alternative educational options for their children. 57:55 – President Donald Trump, 45th and 47th President of the United States. Steve shares a special preview of his exclusive interview with President Trump, offering listeners an early look at their conversation ahead of the full interview. 1:17:04 - Monologue 1:26:05 – Steve Dulan, attorney and professor. Dulan examines the legal questions surrounding Dr. Anthony Fauci's presidential pardon and his decision to invoke the Fifth Amendment before Congress, discussing the scope of the pardon, potential legal exposure, and the constitutional issues raised by the congressional investigation. 1:36:23 – John Sellek, spokesperson for Protect MI Free Speech. Sellek discusses the certification of the Michiganders for Money Out of Politics ballot proposal, raising concerns about the narrow signature margin, the state's review process, and the possibility of additional legal challenges before the measure advances. 1:45:21 – Ivey Gruber, President of the Michigan Talk Network. Gruber joins Steve to reflect on Steve's interview with President Trump and the President's decision to share the song One Nation. They also discuss patriotism, the emotional response to the interview, and reports of taxpayer funding being used to support hard drug use programs in California. --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 24 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/UrGZQdE62jA

"The president is not supposed to have so much power. It shouldn't make such a difference who actually wields the executive pen." Chris and Joia dive deep into several of the causes behind America's rising political violence, starting with an October 2025 Pew Research survey that asked Americans why they think violence is increasing—offering eight options from "Trump/MAGA rhetoric" to "social media" to "partisan polarization." But Chris and Joia argue these are merely proximate causes that miss fundamental drivers.Throughout, Chris and Joia make clear these aren't just academic distinctions: "If we can find… just the few roots that have to be cut, then we can be much more effective with our own time and efforts in trying to solve this problem."Check out the full conversation to discover the multiple proximate and more fundamental causes they identify.Find Part I here: https://youtu.be/X_eojPaO5Ao

Become a Ctrl-Alt-Speech supporter to get extended episodes of the podcast plus the chance to submit stories for us to cover.In this week's episode, Mike and Ben cover:The U.S. Is About to Design an AI Regulator. Here's How to Get It Right (Council on Foreign Relations)Mark Zuckerberg Says U.S. Should Accelerate AI Development, Not Restrict It (WSJ)Want AI you can trust? Start by building the right institutions (Atlantic Council)Anthropic Says It's Against A Ban On Open Weight Models. It Just Wants To Ban Everything That Makes Them Good (Techdirt)The High Stakes Behind the EU's €890M Google DMA Fine (Tech Policy Press)Europe bears its teeth, political panic about OpenAI hack and YouTube refines partner policy (Everything in Moderation)Trump vows new tariffs on the E.U. after Brussels fines Google $1 billion (Qz)And in the extended episode for Patreon supporters, they cover:Elon Musk's xAI sues Minnesota over law banning ‘nudification' technology (The Guardian)The Worst Person You Know Just Filed A Good First Amendment Lawsuit Against A Very Badly Drafted Nudify App Ban (Techdirt)Our fun links this week are a replica of Scooby Doo's Mystery-Machine and the Saltburn cricket scandal because we need more satire right now.If you're already a Patreon supporter, you can get the extended episode on Patreon.Ctrl-Alt-Speech is the podcast where we make sense of the major debates shaping online speech, platform power, content moderation and the future of the internet. It's co-hosted by Mike Masnick (Techdirt) and Ben Whitelaw (Everything in Moderation).

Spain's Border Has Collapsed: Is the UK Next? 49,000 Forced Entry:  Is the UK Next? | Spain Border Crisis Reaction  #SpainBorder #Ceuta #BorderCrisis #JonGaunt #UKPolitics #StateOfEmergency #LiveTalk  The situation in Spain has reached a breaking point. With 49,000 young men having already forced entry into the country, the border at Ceuta is under immense pressure. What does this mean for Spain, and more importantly, what does it mean for the UK?  Join Jon Gaunt as he talks directly to top Talk Broadcaster Maurice Boland in Spain. They'll discuss the reality on the ground, the impact on local communities, and why many believe these illegal migrants will eventually attempt to cross the English Channel.  Today's  Debate: Should Andy Burnham get back to London immediately? Is it time to call a COBRA meeting and declare a State of Emergency? How can we protect our borders from the inevitable ripple effect of this crisis?  We want to hear from YOU. Is this a national security threat? Drop your thoughts in the live chat. #SpainBorder #Ceuta #BorderCrisis #JonGaunt #UKPolitics #StateOfEmergency #LiveTalk #MigrationCrisis #BorderSecurity #MauriceBoland #JonGauntTV  Spain border invasion, Ceuta migration crisis, Jon Gaunt live, Maurice Boland, UK border security, illegal migration Spain, State of Emergency UK, Burnham COBRA meeting, English Channel crossing, illegal migrants news, Jon Gaunt TV, This is political blogging and hard-hitting social commentary from Triple Sony Gold Award-winning talk radio legend, Jon Gaunt — former host on BBC, Talk Radio, and Sky News. On Jon Gaunt TV, we cut through the noise and say what others won't. No political correctness. No censorship. Just real conversations that matter.

In this episode, Nadine Strossen, New York Law School professor emerita and former president of the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU), and Jacob Mchangama, the founder and executive director of The Future of Free Speech, discuss the history, enduring debate, and ongoing importance of free expression in our changing world. Julie Silverbrook, chief content and learning officer at the National Constitution Center, moderates.  This program is part of the NCC Across America series and is presented in partnership with the City of Asylum Bookstore in Pittsburgh, PA. It was recorded on July 21, 2026.    Resources  The First Amendment  Jacob Mchangama, Free Speech: A History From Socrates to Social Media (2022)  Jacob Mchangama and Jeff Kosseff, The Future of Free Speech: Reversing the Global Decline of Democracy's Most Essential Freedom (2026)  Nadine Strossen and Greg Lukianoff, The War On Words: 10 Arguments Against Free Speech—And Why They Fail (2025) Stay Connected and Learn More  Stay connected with We the People—follow, rate, and review the show wherever you listen.  Questions or comments? Email ⁠⁠⁠podcast@constitutioncenter.org⁠⁠⁠.  Follow @ConstitutionCtr on social media and ⁠⁠⁠sign up⁠⁠⁠ to receive Constitution Weekly, our email roundup of constitutional news and debate.  Support our important work by making a donation today.  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Donate

Can an American be arrested over a Facebook post? Mark Walters and Epoch Times reporter Darlene Sanchez expose the growing threats to free speech, media freedom, constitutional rights, and government accountability in this powerful Armed American Radio discussion.

Dr. Anthony Fauci takes the Fifth Amendment over a hundred times in front of Congress!

Across the country, communities are increasingly turning to cultural planning to support and grow their creative economies. Whether a city is actively drafting its first vision or beginning to activate it, the process requires constant adaptation, collaboration, and shared learning.rnrnThis forum explores the practical tradeoffs, constraints, and successes of shaping local culture at every stage of development. Featured arts leaders will share insights from peer communities on how these ongoing planning efforts play out amid civic and economic realities-offering an open space to learn from peer communities, ask questions, and deepen shared understanding about what cultural planning can look like in practice, while reflecting on Cleveland's evolving cultural landscape.

In this episode of The Daily T, Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn discuss the state of free speech in the UK following Allison Pearson's victory against Essex Police's crime commissioner and The Met Police confirming it will take no further action against Zack Polanski for sharing a post that appeared to threaten Nigel Farage. Is there a double-standard in the way different views are policed?Tim Stanley and Poppy Coburn also speak to ex-ITV This Morning editor Martin Frizell about his wife Fiona Phillips' Alzheimer's diagnosis, and what he wants to see from Andy Burnham's social care reforms.We want to hear from you! Email us at thedailyt@telegraph.co.uk or find @dailytpodcast on TikTok, Instagram and X► Sign up to our most popular newsletter, From the Editor. Look forward to receiving free-thinking comment and the day's biggest stories, every morning. telegraph.co.uk/fromtheeditorThe Telegraph is the Publisher Podcast Awards' Podcast Publisher of the Year 2026Studio Operator: Meghan SearleProducers: Emma Williams, Georgia Coan and James KeeganVideo Producer: Will WaltersSocial Producer: Nada AggourExecutive Producer: Charlotte SeligmanEditor: Camilla TomineyHighlightsTim and Poppy discuss free speech following Allison Pearson's victory and the Met Police taking no further action against Zack PolanskiMartin Frizell on his wife Fiona Phillips' Alzheimer's condition and Andy Burnham's social care reforms Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In today's explosive full-day coverage, we break down the biggest stories reshaping the nation!

Massive political fallout and explosive accountability are taking center stage!

Anthony Fauci is back in the hot seat!

Democracy works best when citizens are more informed and better understand the institutions that govern them. And advocacy work and movement building become more effective - and successful - when citizens are empowered to become active participants in shaping their communities, and their future.rnrnYet, the halls of the Ohio Statehouse can seem like an overly complex, insiders network-hard to break through. So, what really happens in the Ohio Statehouse? And what does lobbying and advocacy work actually look like, in action?rnrnAs we mark the nation's 250th birthday, the City Club's 2026 Outdoor Summer Series WE THE PEOPLE will dive into topics centering our communities, organizations, and the very people who help our democracy thrive.rnrnJoin us at the City Club for a discussion with those who know the secrets of the Statehouse, learn how to enact change from within, and find out how things really get done at the Ohio Statehouse.

Preston Byrne, Tech & Free Speech Lawyer at Byrne & Storm, P.C., shares how a small American imageboard became the first test case for whether foreign governments can legally force American companies to comply with their censorship laws on American soil. He breaks down why the UK's Online Safety Act can't actually be enforced against US companies with no British presence; how a picture of an AI-generated hamster became a more effective legal strategy than a hundred-page brief; and what the proposed GRANITE Act would do to permanently close the loophole foreign regulators have been exploiting. Key Takeaways:  Why the UK's Online Safety Act can't legally be enforced against American companies What the GRANITE Act would do what current First Amendment protections can't How 98% of companies comply with foreign censorship demands they have no legal obligation to follow Why responding to Ofcom with a hamster worked better than a formal legal letter Guest Bio: Preston Bryne is a technology lawyer with Byrne & Storm, P.C., and a Senior Fellow of the Adam Smith Institute in London. Preston is the architect of the GRANITE Act and the Adam Smith Institute's Freedom of Speech Bill, an effort to launch a coordinated, transatlantic legislative response to foreign censorship enforcement. He was appointed to the Legal Advisory Council of the UK's Free Speech Union in 2025. ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- About this Show: The Brave Technologist is here to shed light on the opportunities and challenges of emerging tech. To make it digestible, less scary, and more approachable for all! Join us as we embark on a mission to demystify artificial intelligence, challenge the status quo, and empower everyday people to embrace the digital revolution. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a curious mind, or an industry professional, this podcast invites you to join the conversation and explore the future of AI together. The Brave Technologist Podcast is hosted by Luke Mulks, VP Business Operations at Brave Software—makers of the privacy-respecting Brave browser and Search engine, and now powering AI everywhere with the Brave Search API. Music by: Ari Dvorin Produced by: Sam Laliberte  

PODCAST IS ANDY BURNHAM TAKING US FOR MUGS? WHERE'S THE BEEF?! #AndyBurnham #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #UKPolitics #PrimeMinister #Labour #SocialCare #BusFares #WheresTheBeef  Andy Burnham has unveiled another raft of expensive promises. I actually agree with many of them—but where are the costings?  Tonight we'll separate the headlines from the hard numbers. Andy Burnham wants Britain to believe he has the answers. More money for social care. Cheaper bus fares. More apprenticeships. Help for Britain's struggling pubs.  Here's the thing... I actually support much of that. Who wouldn't want a properly funded social care system? Who wouldn't like cheaper public transport? Who doesn't want to see pubs survive or more young people given real opportunities through apprenticeships? But ambition isn't enough. Where's the beef? Where are the costings? Where is the economic plan? How much will these promises actually cost? Will taxes go up? Will borrowing rise? What public spending will be cut to pay for it all? Or are we simply expected to applaud the headlines without ever seeing the bill?  There's another question that deserves a proper answer too. How was Burnham able to secure and finance his "Number 10 North" headquarters before he had even been elected as an MP, let alone become Prime Minister? Who funded it? Who organised it? If there are straightforward answers, then the public deserves to hear them. This isn't about opposing every policy because it comes from Andy Burnham. It's about asking the questions every Prime Minister should expect to answer. If you're asking the British people to trust you with the country's finances, you should also be prepared to show them the numbers. Tonight we'll go through Burnham's latest announcements line by line, separate the headlines from the hard facts, and ask one simple question: Is Andy Burnham taking Britain for mugs... or does he have a credible plan that he's yet to reveal? Have your say in the comments.

Sarah Morse is an American teacher working at a high school in Scotland. When her students asked her what she thinks about abortion, she said she opposes it as a Catholic but they were free to have their own opinions. She was fired a few hours later. Morse's case unfolded under British employment law, but the question it raises is not a foreign one. American teachers face the same scenario, and the answer for them turns on a body of U.S. case law most people have never had reason to learn. Andrea Picciotti-Bayer has more.

Send Wilk a text with your feedback! (incoming msgs only - I can't reply) Erez Levin spent nearly a decade inside Google's ad tech world before becoming one of the loudest internal voices warning that the industry was built to reward quantity over quality — and that those same broken incentives are what fuel outrage, fear, and grievance across the wider internet.Now Erez writes at Holding the Line, where he makes the case for what he calls principled ostracism: real social consequences for people who cross clear moral lines, paired with a genuine path back for anyone willing to own it. He draws a hard line between that and cancel culture, which he says punishes disagreement instead of actual hatred.Wilk and Erez dig into how norms actually change, why celebrating political violence deserves real cost, and how a single memo from a Wall Street investor got a group of Harvard students to retract a petition within three days. It's a conversation about where accountability ends and cruelty begins — and why courageous citizenship means holding a line without writing people off for good. We've forgotten what it feels like to have a real conversation.The week of August 10th, join AllSides for a live conversation about the American Dream — how we're thinking about it and navigating the challenges.Your insights will be anonymized and included in a report to help leaders better understand how people see this issue.Sign up today at allsides.com/derate-hate The world is a better place if we are better people. Be grateful for all you've got. Make every day the day that you want it to be!Please follow the DTH podcast on:Facebook, Instagram, Twitter(X) ,  YouTube,  Substack Subscribe to us wherever you enjoy your audio or from our site. Please leave us a rating and feedback on Apple podcasts or other platforms. You can share your thoughts or request Wilk for a speaking engagement on our contact page: DerateTheHate.com/ContactThe Derate The Hate podcast is proudly produced in collaboration with Braver Angels — America's largest grassroots, cross-partisan organization working toward civic renewal and bridging partisan divides. Learn more: BraverAngels.orgWelcome to the Derate The Hate Podcast!*The views expressed by Wilk, his guest hosts &/or guests on the Derate The Hate podcast are their own and should not be attributed to any organization they may otherwise be affiliated with.

Episode 52: Dinner Table Action, et al. v. Schneider, et al.Dinner Table Action, et al. v. Schneider, et al. argued before Judges Lara E. Montecalvo, O. Rogeriee Thompson, and Seth R. Aframe of the United States Court of Appeals for the First Circuit on July 29, 2026. Argued by Charles “Chip” Miller (on behalf of Dinner Table Action) and Neal Katyal (on behalf of Equal Citizens) and Jonathan Bolton (on behalf of the State of Maine). Case Summary, from the Institute for Free Speech case page: A federal lawsuit seeks to stop a 2024 ballot initiative from placing limits on Mainers' free speech rights. The suit challenges Maine's newly enacted restrictions on contributions to independent expenditure groups, sometimes called “Super PACs.” The lawsuit also challenges requirements that force the disclosure of all donors who contribute toward independent expenditures, regardless of amount. Question 1, passed by voters in 2024, imposes a $5,000 limit on contributions to such groups. The measure, also known as the “Act to Limit Contributions to Political Action Committees That Make Independent Expenditures,” contradicts established U.S. Supreme Court precedent, as well as numerous subsequent decisions by multiple federal courts of appeal. Thirty federal appellate judges have considered such limits, and all reached the same conclusion: contribution limits cannot be applied to independent expenditure groups. Meanwhile, the law's broad disclosure requirement threatens to chill the speech and damage the associational rights of donors who wish to maintain their privacy when participating in the political process. Under current law, donors contributing less than $50 to candidates or political committees can do so without public disclosure of their identity. The new law would force disclosure of all contributors to independent expenditures, regardless of amount, a change that multiple donors have specifically told the plaintiffs would stop them from participating in the political process. Statement of Issues, from Plaintiffs-Appellees' Response Brief: Whether the First Amendment bars Maine from infringing political speech rights by limiting independent donations for independent expenditures. Whether Maine can require disclosure of small dollar donors who donate towards independent expenditures. Resources: Institute for Free Speech case page (includes all filings) Opening Brief for Defendants-Appellants Equal Citizens, Cara Mccormick, Peter Mccormick, Richard A. Bennett Plaintiffs-Appellees' Response Brief Reply Brief for Defendants-Appellants Equal Citizens, Cara Mccormick, Peter Mccormick, Richard A. Bennett District Court Order The Institute for Free Speech promotes and defends the political speech rights to freely speak, assemble, publish, and petition the government guaranteed by the First Amendment. If you're enjoying the Free Speech Arguments podcast, please subscribe and leave a review on your preferred podcast platform. To support the Institute's mission or inquire about legal assistance, please visit our website: www.ifs.org

The Opportunities Party wants youth court extended to 25-year-olds, but we think it is total madness. Plus, Free Speech Union's Ani O'Brien joins us after facing threats to cancel her Auckland event tonight. We look at crime, justice, and free speech in New Zealand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

High-stakes revelations keep unfolding as newly uncovered details from Dr. Anthony Fauci's diary send shockwaves through the country!

Discover what counts as fighting words, why it matters for free speech, and how hate speech laws are challenged in court.You've heard the phrase, but did you know “fighting words” are more than just cartoon banter? We break down where this legal doctrine comes from—and why it matters for free speech today.The HistoryThe concept goes way back to Chaplinsky v. New Hampshire (1942). Walter Chaplinsky was arrested for calling a city marshal a “GD racketeer” and “damned fascist.” The law at the time allowed arrest for any “offensive, derisive, or annoying word” spoken in public. The Supreme Court unanimously concluded that “fighting words”—those which by their very utterance inflict injury or incite immediate breach of peace—are not protected speech 01:28.Modern ImplicationsWhat about today's hottest speech debates?Many believe causing offense or being subjected to hate speech should be criminalized. But modern courts have limited the fighting words doctrine, instead requiring that the words would provoke a reasonable person—not just offend someone subjectively 04:26.In R.A.V. v. City of St. Paul, the Supreme Court struck down selective bans targeting specific viewpoints, meaning laws can't target speech based on its message alone 05:47.Virginia v. Black established “true threats” as separate: burning a cross with an intent to intimidate is not protected, but burning a cross at a rally, without specific threats, is classified as protected expressive conduct 06:41.“That's Offensive!”—Is It a Crime?Calling someone the wrong pronoun, yelling insults at police, or using crude language? Most of these are still protected under the First Amendment—unless there's a credible, specific threat behind them 12:38. Police even have to put up with some name-calling in the line of duty—courts say you need thick skin if you're going to wear the badge in America!Confused? So are we! The fight over fighting words is always evolving. Drop your questions, comments, or legal hypotheticals on our episode page or at lawyertalkpodcast.com. We'll dive even deeper if you want to geek out on the legal details.5 Frequently Asked Questions about Fighting WordsWhat are fighting words? Fighting words are those that by their very utterance inflict injury or tend to incite an immediate breach of the peace, as defined in Chaplinsky v. New Hampshire.Is hate speech protected by the First Amendment? Generally, yes. Courts have ruled that the government cannot ban speech based on content or viewpoint, although true threats and certain conduct can be restricted.Can you be punished for insulting a police officer? Insulting a police officer (calling them a name) is typically protected speech, but direct threats (such as threatening harm) are not.What is the difference between fighting words and true threats? Fighting words are those that provoke immediate violence from the person addressed; true threats are statements meant to communicate a serious intent to harm.How do disorderly conduct laws interact with free speech? Disorderly conduct laws can validly restrict speech based on time, place, and manner, but not solely on the content of the speech unless it rises to the level of fighting words or true threats.Submit your questions to www.lawyertalkpodcast.com.Recorded at Channel 511.Stephen E. Palmer, Esq. has been practicing criminal defense almost exclusively since 1995. He has represented people in federal, state, and local courts in Ohio and elsewhere.Though he focuses on all areas of criminal defense, he particularly enjoys complex cases in state and federal courts.He has unique experience handling and assembling top defense teams of attorneys and experts in cases involving allegations of child abuse (false sexual allegations, false physical abuse allegations), complex scientific cases involving allegations of DUI and vehicular homicide cases with blood alcohol tests, and any other criminal cases that demand jury trial experience.Steve has unique experience handling numerous high publicity cases that have garnered national attention.For more information about Steve and his law firm, visit Palmer Legal Defense. Copyright 2026 Stephen E. Palmer - Attorney At LawMentioned in this episode:Circle 270 Media Podcast ConsultantsCircle 270 Media® is a podcast consulting firm based in Columbus, Ohio, specializing in helping businesses develop, launch, and optimize podcasts as part of their marketing strategy. The firm emphasizes the importance of storytelling through podcasting to differentiate businesses and engage with their audiences effectively. www.circle270media.com

"The Declaration meets the machine age" In this episode of The Declaration at 250, Michael McConnell frames a question the Founders never confronted: if the Declaration grounds rights in human nature, what happens when machines can generate persuasive, human-like language at scale? Constitutional scholar Alexander Tsesis argues that the Declaration's conception of rights is inherently human-centered—rooted in consciousness, moral agency, intentionality, and the capacity to participate in a constitutional republic—so AI systems are not and should not become First Amendment rights-holders. He warns that treating large language models as protected “speakers” would be a major break from the Declaration's principles and could make ordinary democratic regulation—transparency requirements, labeling of synthetic content, safety rules, data practices, and restrictions on deceptive election deepfakes—far harder by forcing courts into strict scrutiny review. Stanford historian Anne Twitty broadens the lens by situating abolitionists' use of the Declaration within wider 19th-century conflicts over speech and constitutional meaning, reminding listeners that rival traditions—including censorship and suppression—also shaped American practice. She also presses a key tension in Tsesis's framework: abolitionists championed not only the right to speak, but the public's right to hear, circulate, and access contested ideas (as seen in the abolitionist postal campaign and opposition to the congressional gag rule). That listener-centered strand, she suggests, could potentially be invoked by scholars arguing for some constitutional shelter for AI-generated communications—an argument Tsesis acknowledges but ultimately resists by emphasizing that the First Amendment's core purpose is protecting human expression and self-government, not machine output. Connect: Episode Transcripts >>> Stanford Legal Podcast Website Stanford Legal Podcast >>> LinkedIn Page Stanford Constitutional Law Center >> Website Stanford Law School >>> Twitter/X Stanford Lawyer Magazine >>> Twitter/X Chapters:[00:00:26] Chapter 1- Framing Question: Do constitutional rights grounded in “human nature” apply to AI? Host Michael McConnell introduces the episode's core dilemma: the Declaration's natural-rights logic underwrites later constitutional protections like free speech—so where does that leave generative AI? [00:01:18] Chapter 2 - Thesis: Why Tsesis says AI can't be a First Amendment rights-holder Alexander Tsesis argues the Declaration and Constitution are human-centered: AI lacks consciousness, moral agency, and political personhood, so extending rights to LLMs would depart from founding principles and hinder regulation. [00:10:08] Chapter 3 - Regulatory Stakes: What happens if courts treat LLM outputs as protected “speech”? Tsesis warns that First Amendment coverage for AI could trigger strict scrutiny and undermine laws on transparency, labeling, safety, data practices, and election deepfakes—citing recent doctrine and cases like Reed v. Town of Gilbert. [00:52:35] Chapter 4 - Historical Challenge: Do abolitionists' “right to hear” arguments support listener-centric AI rights? Historian Anne Twitty complicates the record: abolitionists elevated the Declaration, but censorship traditions were strong; she highlights abolitionist campaigns (postal campaign, gag rule) to argue listener rights might bolster pro-AI speech theories. [01:04:17] Chapter 5 - Tsesis Response: Listener rights matter—but is the First Amendment still speaker-centered? Tsesis agrees the right to receive information is important, yet maintains free speech is fundamentally about protecting human intention and self-expression, not conferring constitutional status on machine outputs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Send us Fan MailEps.4 S3 Faith, Free Speech, and the Cost of Speaking TruthThe hosts draw powerful parallels between Kirk's assassination and historical political murders, noting how figures like Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy met similar fates for speaking truths that challenged the status quo. They examine how mainstream media has selectively quoted Kirk to vilify him while ignoring the nuance of his positions, including his refusal to accept funding offers from political powers.Eps 5 S3 Brothers ReflectThe conversation weaves through personal reflections on loss, with powerful memories of their parents' passings and how those experiences transformed their emotional landscape. "My emotions are different after our parents passed away," one brother admits, highlighting how profound loss reshapes our perspectives on life. Their planned visit to their grandmother takes on special significance as they acknowledge it may be "unfortunately for the last time," while still hoping for more time together.Eps 6 S3 Spiritual Warfare in a Divided WorldThroughout our conversation runs an undercurrent of spiritual warfare—the sense that today's events reflect not just political or cultural struggles but a deeper conflict between good and evil. Eps.7 S3 A Conservative TalkFrom there, we widen the lens and tackle the mess of the moment: a grim Texas headline, claims of police stand‑downs, and the way leadership and media shape what we fear and what we ignore. We argue about the government shutdown, funding fights, and how outrage becomes a script. Then we crash straight into culture wars with a spicy take on the Super Bowl halftime debate and the Bad Bunny backlash—who gets the biggest stage, who decides, and why the choice feels bigger than music.Eps.8 S3 Everything Is Bad NewsEd Gein's crimes shaped Psycho, The Texas Chainsaw Massacre, and Silence of the Lambs, and talk about what the series gets right: the psychology, the casting, and the uneasy line between truth and myth.Eps.35 S3Saturday Night FeverA bad day of Uber driving, tips, and not wasting gas • Banking fraud scare, cancelling a card too fast, and getting stuck at Walmart checkout • Claims of political corruption, investigations that go nowhere, and distrust in accountability Eps 37 S3 A Hot Summer Talk, Work and Media ScandalsJoe buys two lottery tickets and if he wins, he will buy a house for Thee Gooch, Sis, Remo and pay for being in the show and partial for the family, and Thee Gooch will built his own houseEps 38 S3 WIFI Technical Difficulties And Media Thee Gooch's having trouble login in the showJoe describing Thee Gooch audio dropping Thee Gooch is getting annoyed with his Wi-Fi Thee Gooch notifies Joe that he wont be on the podcast next weekJoe explains he was tired from work, he ate and drank 3 beers he fell asleep and threw up while he was sleeping and woke up choking and couldn't breathe and was coughing.Thee Gooch explains why are you eating while you go to sleep, there's people that die from that cause.Support our podcastTip us : http://paypal.me/theetalkerspodcasthttps://www.patreon.com/c/theetalkerspodTip us: https://buymeacoffee.com/theetalkers4uTip us : https://cash.app/$TheeTalkers

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DO POLITICIANS NOT WANT TO SOLVE ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION!  #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #IllegalImmigration #UKPolitics #IslamistExtremism #NigelFarage #AndyBurnham #ElonMusk  How many more warnings does Western Europe need before its politicians finally wake up?  Berlin has just witnessed a deadly Islamist extremist attack targeting people gathered near its Pride celebrations. A van was driven into the crowd before further violence erupted, leaving one person dead and many more injured.  Now, today in Paris, three women have been stabbed in broad daylight. The arrested suspect reportedly claimed that Allah had commanded him to carry out the attack, although the precise motive remains under investigation.  How many times are we expected to watch scenes like these before mainstream politicians admit that Europe has a serious problem with Islamist extremism?  They lecture ordinary people about diversity. They warn us about our language. They appear terrified of being accused of racism or Islamophobia. But where is their courage when women are being stabbed in the street or gay people are apparently targeted at Pride celebrations? It increasingly feels as though terrorist atrocities and extremist violence are being treated as acceptable collateral damage in the political establishment's pursuit of uncontrolled migration and multiculturalism at any cost. Let me make the distinction absolutely clear: A Muslim is a follower of a religion. An Islamist is a political extremist who wants religious ideology imposed upon society. Millions of peaceful, law-abiding Muslims reject terrorism and want to live freely in modern Western democracies. They must never be confused with radical Islamists who despise our freedoms, intimidate women, persecute gay people and seek to undermine liberal democracy. But refusing to make that distinction—and refusing to confront Islamist fascism—is not tolerance. It is cowardice.  There is growing anger throughout Western Europe. Ordinary people can see what is happening, yet mainstream politicians continue to avoid the issue. They promise to control illegal immigration, defend our borders and protect the public—but nothing fundamentally changes. Why? Is it incompetence, cowardice—or do they simply lack the political will to solve it? And where is Andy Burnham? Why has a man who apparently wants to lead Britain had so little to say about illegal immigration, integration and the threat of Islamist extremism?  When elected politicians refuse even to discuss the public's legitimate fears, they create a dangerous political vacuum. That vacuum will eventually be filled by extremists. Elon Musk is warning that Britain and Europe could be heading towards civil conflict. Is that prediction alarmist—or is it what happens when public anger is ignored for too long? Jon Gaunt asks: Have mainstream politicians abandoned their most basic responsibility—to protect their own citizens? This is not about attacking Muslims. It is about defending Muslims, Christians, Jews, atheists, women, gay people and every law-abiding citizen from a fascistic extremist ideology that has no place in a modern liberal democracy. The politicians must stop hiding. The public are demanding action—and they will not remain silent forever.  Join Jon Gaunt LIVE AT SIX. Like, comment, subscribe and tell me exactly what you think.  #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #Live #IllegalImmigration #UKPolitics #BorderSecurity #IslamistExtremism #CounterTerrorism #NigelFarage #AndyBurnham #ElonMusk #Migration #FreeSpeech #BrokenBritain #Europe #Politics #CurrentAffairs #Debate  Jon Gaunt, Jon Gaunt TV, Live, Illegal Immigration, UK Politics, Border Security, Islamist Extremism, Counter Terrorism, Nigel Farage, Andy Burnham, Elon Musk, Migration, Free Speech, Broken Britain, Europe, Politics, Current Affairs,  This is political blogging and hard-hitting social commentary from Triple Sony Gold Award-winning talk radio legend, Jon Gaunt — former host on BBC, Talk Radio, and Sky News. On Jon Gaunt TV, we cut through the noise and say what others won't. No political correctness. No censorship. Just real conversations that matter.

Ryan Hite and I break down how Flock cameras, AI-powered license plate readers, and centralized databases are quietly building the infrastructure for a surveillance state. Sure, they tell us it is only about catching criminals, because government power has never expanded beyond its original sales pitch. We also discuss privacy, COVID-era tyranny, constitutional rights, and why Pickax is rebuilding social media around real people instead of algorithms and censorship.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-jeff-dornik-show--4788100/support.Follow The Jeff Dornik Show on Apple Podcasts and leave a 5-star review. That's how we reach more people and bypass Big Tech suppression.Watch LIVE daily at 7pm ET on Rumble and subscribe so you never miss a show:https://rumble.com/c/jeffdornikBig Tech is silencing truth while harvesting your data to feed the machine. That's why I built Pickax, a free speech platform where creators own their content and your voice isn't controlled. Join now:https://pickax.com/?referralCode=y7wxvwq&refSource=copy

Spouting Off with Karen Kataline Hostages, Free Speech, California Politics, and the Battle Over America's Future Karen Kataline guest-hosts The Alan Nathan Show with conversations on Middle East peace, Christian revival, Washington safety, free-speech platforms, California politics, progressive prejudice, political violence, and the competing narratives shaping American life. Spotlight: Corinne Clifford Corinne Clifford is introduced as an independent journalist, White House press corps member, and official spokesperson for SAT123.com. Speaking from Washington, D.C., she discusses covering national news from the White House, the release of hostages, President Trump's schedule, a tribute to Charlie Kirk, and what she describes as a Christian revival taking place in the United States. Guest Spotlight: Jeff Dornik Jeff Dornik is introduced as the founder and CEO of Pickax, a social media platform built around “freedom of speech and freedom of reach.” He also hosts The Jeff Dornik Show and discusses Gavin Newsom, California politics, gun regulation, slavery reparations, Katie Porter, jungle primaries, Steve Hilton, and why he believes California voters are increasingly frustrated with progressive leadership. Guest Spotlight: Leslie Corbly Leslie Corbly is introduced as an author, poet, columnist, attorney, former visiting fellow with the American Institute for Economic Research, and former policy analyst at the Libertas Institute. Her latest book, Progressive Prejudice: Exposing the Devouring Mother, becomes the foundation for a conversation about female predation, motherhood, dependency, abortion, child abuse, relational power, and the subtle prejudices she argues are embedded in progressive politics. Guest Spotlight: Nils Grevilius Nils Grevilius is introduced as a Los Angeles-based private investigator and author known for his past work with the Pinkerton organization and his investigation of the Wonderland Avenue murders. He clarifies that he is no longer with Pinkerton, then discusses political violence, activist networks, media framing, anti-Semitism, the aftermath of COVID-19 mistrust, and his forthcoming book The Last Lawman. Karen Kataline Opens With Free Speech, Hostages, and Live Radio Energy This episode of Spouting Off features Karen Kataline filling in on The Alan Nathan Show on the Main Street Radio Network. After the opening frames Spouting Off around liberty, uncensored ideas, debate, and the freedom to speak one's mind, Karen begins with Alan Nathan's motto about keeping Republicans, Democrats, and government power away from private life, wallets, and First and Second Amendment rights. A live-to-tape guest mix-up leads into Karen's first major topic: the emotional release of hostages after two years and the possibility of a twenty-point peace plan in the Middle East, which she presents as a deeply moving moment even for those outside the Jewish community or outside strong support for Israel. Corinne Clifford on Washington, Revival, Israel, and Public Safety Karen's first interview is with Corinne Clifford, who says she is reporting from Washington, D.C., and covering events at the White House. Corinne describes President Trump returning from Israel, hosting Argentina's leader, and preparing to honor Charlie Kirk with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. She also speaks about what she calls a Christian revival, saying that large numbers of mostly Generation Z Christians gathered at the National Mall, and she frames this as a positive spiritual shift. Karen then asks about Jewish-Christian solidarity and concern over anti-Semitic claims surrounding Charlie Kirk, while Corinne responds that real Christians respect Jewish people and Israel. The segment closes with discussion of safety in Washington, D.C., where Corinne says violence still exists but that the areas around her White House work feel safer. Jeff Dornik on Pickax, Newsom, California, and 2028 Politics After several public-service and sponsor announcements, Karen welcomes Jeff Dornik to discuss his free-speech-oriented platform Pickax and the political future of California. Karen asks whether Gavin Newsom's gun-regulation and slavery-reparations laws are part of a path toward the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination. Jeff argues that Newsom presents himself as moderate while advancing what Jeff sees as far-left policies, especially by positioning himself as the opposite of Donald Trump. The discussion expands to California dissatisfaction, the failed Newsom recall, homelessness, drugs, fires, Palisades fire aftermath, Katie Porter's gubernatorial ambitions, jungle primaries, Steve Hilton, and the Republican field. Jeff closes by directing listeners to Pickax.com. Leslie Corbly on the “Devouring Mother” and Progressive Prejudice Karen's next guest, Leslie Corbly, explains the title of her book Progressive Prejudice: Exposing the Devouring Mother. She defines the “devouring mother” as an archetype of female predation, where a mother uses care of a child as a pretext for narcissistic supply rather than genuine protection. Karen connects this to child beauty pageants, Munchausen syndrome by proxy, and political rhetoric around compassion. Leslie argues that society is more comfortable identifying overt physical harm, often associated with men, than emotional or relational harm, which she says can also be carried out by women. The conversation becomes political as Leslie discusses dependency, motherhood, abortion, children's value, state power, child abuse statistics, and what she sees as progressive insistence on simplistic oppressor-and-oppressed categories. Nils Grevilius on Political Violence, Media Labels, and Public Distrust In the final guest segment, Nils Grevilius joins Karen to discuss political violence, activist networks, and the way media outlets label ideological movements. He argues that groups and movements such as Occupy Wall Street, Black Lives Matter, No Kings, Free Palestine, and anti-ICE protests are connected through what he calls a “Marxist Hydra,” though he acknowledges that some networks and motives remain unclear. Karen brings up claims surrounding Charlie Kirk and Israel, and Nils responds by linking public susceptibility to conspiracy thinking with the distrust and insecurity he believes were intensified during the COVID-19 era. He also argues that some pro-Palestinian left activism is not truly about Palestinians but about power. Nils closes by directing listeners to DetectiveNils on X and mentioning The Last Lawman, expected in June 2026. Public-Service Messages and Program Disclaimers Throughout the hour, the program includes a wide range of public-service announcements and sponsored messages. These include digital organization tips from Senior Planet, human-trafficking awareness through DHS's Blue Campaign, adoption messaging through AdoptUSKids, support for Paralyzed Veterans of America, prescription drug cost guidance, business security advertising, heart-health messaging, outdoor recreation through Discover the Forest, buzzed-driving prevention, RSV prevention information, blood-pressure awareness, career-skills resources, and additional PVA support messaging. 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Two Islamic terror attacks. Two cities. One growing threat. Is the NYC attack connected to Mayor Mamdani’ video about Netanyahu? The Berlin terror attack has a San Diego connection that should alarm everyone. Trump hits pause: why he's giving diplomacy one last chance with Iran. Is diplomacy about to succeed or fail? Will it drag on through midterms? Free speech on trial: the case every American should know about. Why are words becoming more criminalized than rape or battery? With Special Guest, Brian Maloney, RealAmerica.voteSupport Our Mission: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=ZMGRBFGDJKRS8See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ELON MUSK PREDICTS UK CIVIL WAR: Is Britain Reaching Breaking Point? #ElonMusk #UKPolitics #CivilWar #IllegalImmigration #AndyBurnham #NigelFarage #JonGaunt #JonGauntTV #Live ELON MUSK says Britain is heading for a "reckoning." Some hear a warning. Others hear scaremongering. Tonight I'm asking whether we're ignoring the warning signs. In his extraordinary interview with The Economist, Musk doubled down on his fears that mass immigration, cultural division and political failure could push Britain towards civil conflict within the next twenty years. Is he completely wrong? Or is he saying out loud what millions of ordinary Britons are already worried about? Meanwhile, Andy Burnham still refuses to confront the issue of illegal immigration directly, despite mounting public concern over border security and national cohesion. We'll also examine recent warnings from security and political figures about the potential threat posed by hostile Iranian networks and whether Britain's borders are sufficiently secure in the current security climate. What is established fact? What remains allegation? And are politicians being honest about the risks? Today we'll ask: Is Elon Musk exaggerating—or simply recognising a growing problem? Why won't senior Labour figures confront illegal immigration head-on? Has Britain lost control of its borders? Are politicians putting political correctness ahead of public safety? Is the establishment refusing to have the debate millions of voters want? This isn't about fear. It's about asking difficult questions before it is too late. Join me  and tell me what YOU think.

On July 20th we marked 52 years since phase one of Turkey's invasion of Cyprus. For 52 years, Turkey has never been held accountable for this illegal invasion and occupation, for the division it imposed on the island, or for the lives and communities it shattered.  Today, despite international condemnation, UN resolutions, and calls for negotiations, the Cyprus issue remains one of the world's longest-running unresolved challenges. While progress toward a solution has been elusive over the last five decades, reports indicate there is a new effort afoot to revive peace talks as UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres prepares to visit Cyprus in the coming days. Turkey's invasion of Cyprus was also part of the discussion at the European Parliament this month, as the European Parliament adopted a resolution on the impact of Turkey's 1974 invasion on Cypriot women and girls. This is seen as an important step acknowledging Cypriot women's experiences of violence during the invasion, including sexual violence, that can hopefully open the door for survivors to speak and be heard openly and safely. The Cyprus invasion isn't just an open wound for the island, but for the Greek diaspora. 1974 was a major turning point, especially in the US, as Greek-Americans mobilized across the country, becoming politically active and advocating in Washington, DC for justice.  Andrew Novo, Harris Georgiades, Natalie Alkiviadou, and Alexander Kitroeff join Thanos Davelis as we look into both phases of Turkey's invasion of Cyprus in 1974, whether we could be seeing a new push from the UN for talks, the importance of the European Parliament's resolution on the impact of Turkey's invasion on Cypriot women, and how the Cyprus invasion mobilized the Greek American community. A little more info on our guests: Andrew Novo is a professor of strategic studies at the National Defense University and adjunct professor at Georgetown University's Walsh School of Foreign Service and Johns Hopkins University's School of Advanced International Studies. Harris Georgiades is Chairman of the Foreign and European Affairs Committee of Cyprus' Parliament, Chairman of the “Clerides Institute”, and a former Minister of Finance. Dr. Natalie Alkiviadou is a Senior Research Fellow at the Future of Free Speech project at Vanderbilt University. Alexander Kotroeff is a professor of history with an expertise in Greece and the diaspora. You can support The Greek Current by joining HALC as a member here.

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July 23, 2026, 6pm: President Trump's DOJ said it will withdraw the subpoenas it issued to reporters who reported on security concerns related to the new Qatari-donated Air Force One. Melissa Murray reports and is joined by The New York Times' Molly Jong-Fast and MS NOW's Lisa Rubin. Plus, Trump faces new backlash as the Iran war spirals, the economy sputters and the midterms loom. To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A Minnesota woman who went viral last year for allegedly calling a black child the 'N' word has now been found guilty of disorderly conduct. Though her case may be over, the free speech debate it started is only just beginning. In today's Friday edition of ‘Will Cain Country,' Will and The Crew examine the curious legal case of Shiloh Hendrix after her conviction, as well as comedian Chelsea Handler's bizarre house rules for family getaways.Plus, they debate if soccer's sudden popularity spike can persist now that the World Cup is over, whether aging rock stars like Jon Bon Jovi should finally hang up the mic, and react to the breaking news of LeBron James choosing the Philadelphia 76ers for his 24th NBA season. Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠⁠ Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), and Facebook (⁠⁠⁠@WillCainNews) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WillCain Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Elon Musk takes down a woke journalist in an epic interview!

Day Break | Free Speech, Free For All Friday --- 00:00 - Monologue 28:20 – Glenn Story, CEO of Patriot Mobile. Story discusses the importance of civic engagement among people of faith, encouraging churches and pastors to speak boldly on moral and cultural issues while emphasizing what he views as the biblical responsibility for Christians to participate in elections and public life. Visit PatriotMobile.com/GRUBER for a free month when you switch 38:34 - Monologue Featuring Ivey Gruber 47:37 – Lauren Greuel, Associate Counsel at the Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL). Greuel discusses an ongoing legal dispute involving school bathroom policies in Wisconsin, examining parental rights, student privacy, Title IX, and the broader legal questions surrounding sex-separated facilities in public schools. 57:54 – Rep. Tim Walberg, Representative for Michigan's 5th Congressional District and member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee and House Education and the Workforce Committee. Walberg discusses President Trump's upcoming visit to Michigan, provides an update on legislation aimed at expanding broadband access and bridging the digital divide, and shares his perspective on federal infrastructure priorities and their impact on Michigan communities. 1:17:02 - Monologue --- Check out our brand new podcast, 'Forgotten America'... Episode 23 is live NOW at Steve Gruber on YouTube! Link below: https://youtu.be/zFbIurpG2H4

Nationally, 1 in 7 children is abused before their 18th birthday, and there are over 19,000 reports of child abuse and neglect annually in Cuyahoga County alone. To help address these issues, Canopy Child Advocacy Center (CAC) opened its doors in Cuyahoga County in 2018. It was the last urban county in the country to establish a CAC, a national model for helping children and families affected by abuse and neglect.rnrnBefore the CAC, and in communities without a CAC, an abused child would have to tell their story an average of nine times to receive the services and support necessary to begin the healing process. And some abused and neglected children do not receive services at all. The innovative CAC model reduces potential trauma for children and families impacted by child abuse by having clients come to one child-friendly, trauma-informed location when they receive services and resources to begin the healing process. Today, Canopy CAC serves nearly 5,000 children and families affected by abuse and neglect, and behind every one of those numbers is a child who was believed, supported, and given a chance to heal.rnrnJoin us at the City Club as we hear directly from Jennifer Johnson, Executive Director of Canopy Child Advocacy Center, on how they are advancing child safety, addressing abuse, and supporting healing of the region's youngest victims.

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The adult entertainment industry has been sounding the alarm about the erosion of our rights for years. Adult actress London River joins us to explain.00:00 Introduction and Episode Preview00:43 Zohran Mamdani's Housing Proposal and Rent Control03:44 Foolishness of the Week: Do Goldfish Have Rights?07:51 Introducing London River09:55 The SAVE Act and Online Age Verification11:35 Why Adult Websites Oppose ID Verification13:26 Parents, Government, and Protecting Children Online17:55 Privacy, Databases, and the Future of the Internet20:23 Is Age Verification a First Amendment Issue?24:01 Free Speech, the Second Amendment, and Government Overreach26:02 Supreme Court Rulings on Online Speech29:14 Why the Adult Industry Is the “Canary in the Coal Mine”31:29 Defending Free Speech Before It's Too Late35:47 Soft Authoritarianism and Expanding Government Power38:13 Final Thoughts and Closing Remarks

“Existence is struggle,” says Marc Steiner. “It always has been, and always will be.”In this podcast series, we've looked at the attacks on free speech rights today in the United States. We looked at the history and how movements and organizations have stood up for and exercised free speech in their work. We looked at how social media, AI, and disinformation are undermining our free speech, and at how people are responding in the United States and abroad.In the final episode of this series, we're focusing on what free speech means within the context of the life of one person who has been through it all — co-host Marc Steiner. He turned 80 earlier this year.  In this episode, Michael Fox sits down with Marc to discuss all of these incredible layers of his life,  from fighting civil rights and community organizing to underground newspapers, street theater, education, and journalism. What do they all mean for him, how do they all add up to nearly seven decades standing up and fighting for free speech, and how they fit into the battle for free speech today?“You have to step back and really listen to what people are saying so you can bring out their truth so others can wrestle with it,” says Marc. “And if they need confronting in their process, you confront it and push back. Which is why when I think about what we do, how important it is — We have a critical role to play in bringing understanding to the world. The truth lives in every corner. And you have to listen. No one has a hold on it.”In our conversation, Marc says right now the battle for free speech is more important than ever. “I think we're politically facing the most dangerous moment in my lifetime,” says Marc, “where the right is seizing power across the country — the racist right is seizing power. And that now the battle for free speech is more critical than ever. We cannot let them take it away. We have to stand up to that.”The Battle for Free Speech Podcast is a production of The Real News Network.Hosted by Michael Fox and Marc Steiner. Theme music by Michael Fox, Jordan Klein and Daniel Nuñez. Other music from Blue Dot Sessions and Epidemic Sound. Production and Sound Design by Michael Fox and Stephen Frank. Editorial support by Kayla Rivara. Research by Ben Schweiger.  Guests Marc SteinerResources You can hear more from Marc on the Marc Steiner Show on The Real News Network.You can see Marc's archives at the Center for Emerging Media.Marc Steiner's Peabody-award winning documentary series, Just Words.Marc Steiner's documentary series Shared Weight, which looks back at the Vietnam War and its legacy.Many thanks to everyone who has supported this show.Follow The Battle For Free Speech on Spotify or Apple Podcasts. Support Michael Fox's reporting at patreon.com/mfox. Never miss an episode — sign up for The Real News newsletter at therealnews.com. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

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