Podcasts about Gerrymandering

Manipulation of electoral borders to favor certain electoral outcomes

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The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 9/18/2025 (Encore: Matt Gertz of Media Matters on new accountability for Fox 'News' 2020 election lies)

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2025 58:08


The Brian Lehrer Show
How Trump May Be Changing the Elections Process

The Brian Lehrer Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 50:23


Ari Berman, voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones and author of Minority Rule: The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People—and the Fight to Resist It (Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2024), talks about his latest article on the "rapidly escalating" threats to America's election system, including how the Trump administration is making it harder to vote, the DOJ's civil rights division has dropped cases investigating gerrymandered maps in states such as Arizona, Georgia, and Texas and more.

Viewpoints
Redrawing The Rules: Why The Recent Case Of Gerrymandering In Texas Stands Out | Part 1: Food Insecurity In The U.S.: One Teen's Story & One Expert's Warning

Viewpoints

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2025 27:10


Redrawing The Rules: Why The Recent Case Of Gerrymandering In Texas Stands Out Texas' latest push to redraw political districts has sparked national debate over the boundaries of fair representation. With maps shifting political power and lawsuits mounting, political experts warn how this maneuver could set a dangerous precedent that reshapes elections and weakens voter influence. Part 1: Food Insecurity In The U.S.: One Teen's Story & One Expert's Warning Synopsis: Sustained higher grocery costs and shrinking safety nets are pushing more Americans into food insecurity. Through the story of Nevada high schooler Veronique Valdez and analysis from United Nations food policy expert Jean-Martin Bauer, we cover how hunger is reshaping daily life for millions of individuals and families and the crucial role of comm Viewpoints Explained: The Generational Breakup With Alcohol Fewer Americans are drinking, and young adults are driving this trend. Health concerns, wellness trends, and new alcohol-free spaces are shifting habits and redefining what socializing looks like today. Culture Crash: Jessica Chastain, Vince Gilligan, And Why AppleTV+ Is Doubling Down For years, we've viewed AppleTV+ as a low-key streamer that's produced some hits, but isn't in the same category as Netflix as HBO Max. We cover its stacked upcoming lineup and what we're most excited to watch as the weather turns cooler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Viewpoints
Redrawing The Rules: Why The Recent Case Of Gerrymandering In Texas Stands Out

Viewpoints

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2025 9:38


Texas' latest push to redraw political districts has sparked national debate over the boundaries of fair representation. With maps shifting political power and lawsuits mounting, political experts warn how this maneuver could set a dangerous precedent that reshapes elections and weakens voter influence. Learn More: https://viewpointsradio.org/redrawing-the-rules-why-the-recent-case-of-gerrymandering-in-texas-stands-out Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Steven Spierer Show – TalkRadioOne
Steven Spierer, 9/13/25

Steven Spierer Show – TalkRadioOne

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 46:00


Alone again with his microphone Steve talks about Gerrymandering, the US economy and what to expect and about American Foreign policy in the age of Trump. SUPPORT US ON AMAZON – CLICK HERE [...]

All TRO Podcast Shows – TalkRadioOne
Steven Spierer, 9/13/25

All TRO Podcast Shows – TalkRadioOne

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2025 46:00


Alone again with his microphone Steve talks about Gerrymandering, the US economy and what to expect and about American Foreign policy in the age of Trump. SUPPORT US ON AMAZON – CLICK HERE [...]

Deadline: White House
“Unprecedented crackdown”

Deadline: White House

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 43:52


September 12th, 2025, 5pm: This morning, Donald Trump announced that he will send National Guard troops to Memphis, Tennessee as part of his administration's unprecedented policing of Democrat-led cities. Nicolle Wallace discusses the implications of Trump's promises with Tennessee State Representative Justin Pearson and a panel of political analysts. Plus, the bleak state of the economy eight months into Trump's presidency and the latest state to cave to Trump's demand to get more congressional seats.For more, follow us on Instagram @deadlinewhTo listen to this show and other MSNBC podcasts without ads, sign up for MSNBC Premium on Apple Podcasts.

The Matt McNeil Show - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota
Bruce Klopfleisch with Pema Levy of Mother Jones on Gerrymandering

The Matt McNeil Show - AM950 The Progressive Voice of Minnesota

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2025 21:50


Bruce was joined by Mother Jones writer Pema Levy as they talk about some of her recent articles on Republican gerrymandering: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/08/republican-racial-gerrymandering/ https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2025/08/voting-rights-act-supreme-court-2/

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 9/9/2025 (Guest: Matt Gertz of Media Matters on new accountability for Fox 'News' 2020 election lies)

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 58:00


Policy 360
Ep. 171 Gerrymandering: A New Era of Re-districting Battles

Policy 360

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2025 21:00


States have increasingly come under pressure from President Trump to redraw district voting lines now even though they are traditionally redrawn every 10 years in response to the census. In response, Democratic strongholds like California are also taking steps to redraw maps out of cycle. Our guests today are both keeping a close eye on such “gerrymandering” efforts. Duke professor Jonathan Mattingly teaches a course on the topic and was involved in a gerrymandering challenge that went all the way to the US Supreme Court. Asher Hildebrand had a front row seat to the redistricting process as a longtime congressional staff member. He now teaches courses on American democracy and politics and directs the executive Masters of Public Affairs program at Duke. Our host for this episode is Phil Napoli, director of the DeWitt Wallace Center for Media and Democracy at Duke. Read show notes/transcript at our website.

The Pour Over
BONUS: TPO Explains Gerrymandering | 09.09.25

The Pour Over

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 21:16


Readers of The Pour Over pick a topic to have explained, and Jason and Kathleen have to get Joe to understand it in less than 20 minutes… This week, they're explaining gerrymandering. Join over 1 million readers with our free newsletter here Looking to support us? You can choose to pay here Check out our sponsors! We actually use and enjoy every single one. Cru Surfshark Holy Post CCCU Upside HelloFresh Mosh LMNT Theology in the Raw Safe House Project Student Life Application Study Bible A Place For You Practicing Life Together Not Just Sunday Podcast

Historical Blindness
Cracked and Packed: A History of Gerrymandering

Historical Blindness

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 41:46


After Texas's recent mid-decade partisan redistricting, representing a blatant power grab for the Republican Party undertaken at Trump's behest, I search for precedents and historical parallels and examine the history of gerrymandering in the US. Get 3 months of premium wireless service for $15 bucks a month at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠MintMobile.com/Blindness⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠the show merch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, perfect for gifts!  ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Pledge support on Patreon to get an ad-free feed with exclusive episodes!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out my novel, Manuscript Found!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Direct all advertising inquiries to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠advertising@airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.airwavemedia.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to find other high-quality podcasts! Some music on this episode was licensed under a Blue Dot Sessions blanket license at the time of this episode's publication. Tracks include "Cicle DR Valga," Tarte Tatin," "The Griffiths," "Palms Down," "Voyager," "Bauxite," and "Illa Vallardo." Additional music, including "Remedy for Melancholy" is by Kai Engel, licensed under Creative Commons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dudes Like Us
Episode 156.1: Croatia Vacation, AI Creators, Over Produced Music, Illegal Alien Truck Drivers, Gerrymandering, Old Forester Rye, and Prison Sex

Dudes Like Us

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2025 72:00


Episode 156.1: Croatia Vacation, AI Creators, Over Produced Music, Illegal Alien Truck Drivers, Gerrymandering, Old Forester Rye, and Prison Sex

Unf*cking The Republic
Left Turns: Gerrymandering and Dark Money.

Unf*cking The Republic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 26:21


The “left” is a wide spectrum with ever deepening divides. This week’s essay highlights two newsworthy items that perfectly illustrate the fracture between leftists and liberals and how we’re willing to accept anything on the Democratic side that shows signs of life; even if those things are undemocratic in nature. Part one addresses the fallout from the Wired Magazine article uncovering the relationship between online creators and a group called Chorus. The second part addresses California’s move to neutralize Texas’ recent redistricting effort designed to pick up Republican House seats in the midterms. Chapters Intro: 00:00:00 Part One: 00:00:56 Part Two: 00:14:01 Resources Wired: A Dark Money Group Is Secretly Funding High-Profile Democratic Influencers Chorus Tucker Carlson: Ana Kasparian: Epstein Cover-Up, Israel Strikes Gaza Church, & the Great American Political Shift TYT: Cenk Explains Why He’s REMOVING A Contributor From TYT Network Sixteen Thirty Fund 270 to Win: 1964 Presidential Election Yes on 50 New York Times: The Democratic Party Faces a Voter Registration Crisis UNFTR Resources Video: Journalist Exposes Dark Money on the Left Video: Democrats fight back with California redistricting plan -- If you like #UNFTR, please leave us a rating and review on Apple Podcasts and Spotify: unftr.com/rate and follow us on Facebook, Bluesky, TikTok and Instagram at @UNFTRpod. Visit us online at unftr.com. Join our Discord at unftr.com/discord. Become a member at unftr.com/memberships. Buy yourself some Unf*cking Coffee at shop.unftr.com. Visit our bookshop.org page at bookshop.org/shop/UNFTRpod to find the full UNFTR book list, and find book recommendations from our Unf*ckers at bookshop.org/lists/unf-cker-book-recommendations. Access the UNFTR Musicless feed by following the instructions at unftr.com/accessibility. Unf*cking the Republic is produced by 99 and engineered by Manny Faces Media (mannyfacesmedia.com). Original music is by Tom McGovern (tommcgovern.com). The show is hosted by Max and distributed by 99.Support the show: https://www.unftr.com/membershipsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Gary and Shannon
CA-GOP Energized By Gerrymandering

Gary and Shannon

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2025 32:12 Transcription Available


Santa Monica possible bankruptcy. 6-story apt. building in Fairfax . CA GOP energized by gerrymandering. #TITS: Small plane in Valencia / Caribbean hard landing.

The Brian Kilmeade Show Free Podcast
Steve Hilton on Gavin Newsom's "obscene" gerrymandering efforts

The Brian Kilmeade Show Free Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 11:36


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美轮美换 The American Roulette
061 | 选区重划的潘多拉魔盒和纽森的抽象 Fighting Fire with Fire: Redistricting and the New Political Playbook

美轮美换 The American Roulette

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 7, 2025 91:26


【聊了什么】 夏天通常是美国政治新闻周期比较缓慢的季节,但今年夏天的新闻并不少。在夏天的尾巴,“特朗普病危”的谣言突然在社交媒体上传播,暴露了“老皇帝”和“新太子”的微妙关系。与此同时,一场争夺国会控制权的战争已在地图上打响。从德州共和党的坚决出手,到加州民主党的强硬反制,两党围绕选区划分展开了极限攻防。这场“以火攻火”的对决将如何收场?加州州长纽森模仿特朗普的“烂梗”战术,是奇招还是险棋? 本期节目录制于9月1日。 播客文字稿(付费会员专享):https://theamericanroulette.com/redistricting-texas-california-newsom-transcript 【支持我们】 如果喜欢这期节目并希望支持我们将节目继续做下去: 也欢迎加入我们的会员计划: https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ 会员可以收到每周2-5封newsletter,可以加入会员社群,参加会员活动,并享受更多福利。 合作投稿邮箱:american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【时间轴】 02:51 特朗普健康状况 10:52 进入本期核心——国会选区重划之争 12:04 什么是Gerrymandering?从历史起源到当代实践 15:50 “一人一票”原则的法律演进 21:49 “公平”的困境:独立委员会、党派利益与政治地理的冲突 36:11 《投票权法案》(VRA)的角色 46:31 德州战场:共和党如何通过重划选区谋求5个新增席位 53:05 加州反击:纽森领导的“以牙还牙”策略及其公投挑战 1:01:30 全国军备竞赛:两党在各州选区的未来布局与潜在战场 1:09:13 模仿还是超越?加州州长纽森的“网红”政治策略分析 1:21:25 民主党的未来路线之争:效仿特朗普还是坚持传统? 【我们是谁】 美轮美换是一档深入探讨当今美国政治的中文播客。 我们的主播和嘉宾: Talich:美国政治和文化历史爱好者 王浩岚:美国政治爱好者,岚目公众号主笔兼消息二道贩子 Lokin:美国法学院毕业生,即将成为一名纽约诉讼律师 小华:媒体人 【 What We Talked About】 Summer is usually a slower season for the American political news cycle, but there has been no shortage of news this summer. At the tail end of the summer, a rumor that "Trump is critically ill or dead" suddenly spread on social media, exposing the delicate relationship between the "old emperor" and the "new prince." Meanwhile, a battle for control of Congress has already begun on the electoral map. From the Texas Republican Party's move to the California Democratic Party's ountermeasures, the two parties have engaged in an extreme offense and defense over redistricting. How will this "fighting fire with fire" showdown end? Is California Governor Newsom's tactic of imitating Trump a brilliant move or a risky gamble? This episode was recorded on September 1st. Podcast Transcript (Paid Subscribers Only): https://theamericanroulette.com/redistricting-texas-california-newsom-transcript 【Support Us】 If you like our show and want to support us, please consider the following: Join our membership program: https://theamericanroulette.com/paid-membership/ Support us on Patreon: www.patreon.com/americanroulette Business Inquiries and fan mail: american.roulette.pod@gmail.com 【Timeline】 02:51 Trump's Health Condition 10:52 The Core Topic of This Episode: The Battle Over Congressional Redistricting 12:04 What is Gerrymandering? From its Historical Origins to Modern Practices 15:50 The Legal Evolution of the "One Person, One Vote" Principle 21:49 The Dilemma of "Fairness": The Conflict Between Independent Commissions, Partisan Interests, and Political Geography 36:11 The Role of the Voting Rights Act (VRA) 46:31 The Texas Battlefield: How the Republican Party Aims to Gain 5 New Seats Through Redistricting 53:05 California's Counterattack: Newsom's "Eye for an Eye" Strategy and its Referendum Challenge 1:01:30 A Nationwide Arms Race: The Two Parties' Future Strategies and Potential Battlegrounds in State Districts 1:09:13 Imitation or Transcendence? An Analysis of California Governor Newsom's "Influencer" Political Strategy 1:21:25 The Democratic Party's Debate Over its Future Path: Imitate Trump or Stick to Tradition? 【Who We Are】 The American Roulette is a podcast dedicated to helping the Chinese-speaking community understand fast-changing U.S. politics. Our Hosts and Guests: Talich:Aficionado of American politics, culture, and history 王浩岚 (Haolan Wang): American political enthusiast, chief writer at Lán Mù WeChat Official Account, and peddler of information Lokin: U.S. law school student, incoming NY litigation lawyer 小华 (Xiao Hua): Journalist, political observer 【The Links】 If Redistricting Goes as Expected, Which Party Will Come Out Ahead? https://www.nytimes.com/2025/08/31/upshot/redistricting-analysis-2026-midterms.html

The Rational View podcast with Dr. Al Scott
A review of US Gerrymandering - not just popular in Texas

The Rational View podcast with Dr. Al Scott

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2025 32:26


In this episode I'm discussing Gerrymandering and how it clearly demonstrates US exceptionalism by maintaining incumbents and invalidating the democratic will of the people. If you like this, you might want to move to Texas where it has become a popular sport, alongside of hunting democratic representatives. Come find me on Facebook and Youtube!  

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 9/5/2025 (Encore: Historian Seth Cotlar on 'Americanism' and Trump's 'Stalinesque' plot to whitewash American history)

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 58:06


Crazy Wisdom
Episode #486: Sovereignty by Markets: How Futarchy Turns Bets into Decisions

Crazy Wisdom

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2025 60:49


In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, host Stewart Alsop speaks with Robin Hanson, economist and originator of the idea of futarchy, about how conditional betting markets might transform governance by tying decisions to measurable outcomes. Their conversation moves through examples of organizational incentives in business and government, the balance between elegant theories and messy implementation details, the role of AI in robust institutions, and the tension between complexity and simplicity in legal and political systems. Hanson highlights historical experiments with futarchy, reflects on polarization and collective behavior in times of peace versus crisis, and underscores how ossified bureaucracies mirror software rot. To learn more about his work, you can find Robin Hanson online simply by searching his name or his blog overcomingbias.com, where his interviews—including one with Jeffrey Wernick on early applications of futarchy—are available.Check out this GPT we trained on the conversationTimestamps00:05 Hanson explains futarchy as conditional betting markets that tie governance to measurable outcome metrics, contrasting elegant ideas with messy implementation details.00:10 He describes early experiments, including Jeffrey Wernick's company in the 1980s, and more recent trials in crypto and an India-based agency.00:15 The conversation shifts to how companies use stock prices as feedback, comparing public firms tied to speculators with private equity and long-term incentives.00:20 Alsop connects futarchy to corporate governance and history, while Hanson explains how futarchy can act as a veto system against executive self-interest.00:25 They discuss conditional political markets in elections, AI participation in institutions, and why proof of human is unnecessary for robust systems.00:30 Hanson reflects on simplicity versus complexity in democracy and legal systems, noting how futarchy faces similar design trade-offs.00:35 He introduces veto markets and outcome metrics, adding nuance to how futarchy could constrain executives while allowing discretion.00:40 The focus turns to implementation in organizations, outcome-based OKRs, and trade-offs between openness, liquidity, and transparency.00:45 They explore DAOs, crypto governance, and the need for focus, then compare news-driven attention with deeper institutional design.00:50 Hanson contrasts novelty with timelessness in academia and policy, explaining how futarchy could break the pattern of weak governance.00:55 The discussion closes on bureaucratic inertia, software rot, and how government ossifies compared to adaptive private organizations.Key InsightsFutarchy proposes that governance can be improved by tying decisions directly to measurable outcome metrics, using conditional betting markets to reveal which policies are expected to achieve agreed goals. This turns speculation into structured decision advice, offering a way to make institutions more competent and accountable.Early experiments with futarchy existed decades ago, including Jeffrey Wernick's 1980s company that made hiring and product decisions using prediction markets, as well as more recent trials in crypto-based DAOs and a quiet adoption by a government agency in India. These examples show that the idea, while radical, is not just theoretical.A central problem in governance is the tension between elegant ideas and messy implementation. Hanson emphasizes that while the core concept of futarchy is simple, real-world use requires addressing veto powers, executive discretion, and complex outcome metrics. The evolution of institutions involves finding workable compromises without losing the simplicity of the original vision.The conversation highlights how existing governance in corporations mirrors these challenges. Public firms rely heavily on speculators and short-term stock incentives, while private equity benefits from long-term executive stakes. Futarchy could offer companies a new tool, giving executives market-based feedback on major decisions before they act.Institutions must be robust not just to human diversity but also to AI participation. Hanson argues that markets, unlike one-person-one-vote systems, can accommodate AI traders without needing proof of human identity. Designing systems to be indifferent to whether participants are human or machine strengthens long-term resilience.Complexity versus simplicity emerges as a theme, with Hanson noting that democracy and legal systems began with simple structures but accreted layers of rules that now demand lawyers to navigate. Futarchy faces the same trade-off: it starts simple, but real implementation requires added detail, and the balance between elegance and robustness becomes crucial.Finally, the episode situates futarchy within broader social trends. Hanson connects rising polarization and inequality to times of peace and prosperity, contrasting this with the unifying effect of external threats. He also critiques bureaucratic inertia and “software rot” in government, arguing that without innovation in governance, even advanced societies risk ossification.

Democracy Decoded
Democracy Decoded, Season 5: How to Repair the Cracks in American Democracy

Democracy Decoded

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 2:36


How did American democracy reach such a precarious moment — and what can we do to fix things? Host Simone Leeper examines the fundamental threats to our democracy today, from gerrymandering and corruption to abuses of executive power and the outsized role of money in politics.Through real stories from everyday Americans and insights from the experts at Campaign Legal Center and other distinguished guests, this season of Democracy Decoded explores how we can use the tools we still have to repair the cracks in the system — and how, together, we can change things for the better.Learn what's at stake — and what can be done to solve the challenges facing American democracy. Follow Democracy Decoded on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen to podcasts.About CLC:Democracy Decoded is a production of Campaign Legal Center, a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to solving the wide range of challenges facing American democracy. Campaign Legal Center fights for every American's freedom to vote and participate meaningfully in the democratic process. Learn more about us.Democracy Decoded is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what's broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.

Armstrong & Getty Podcast
World Class Scumbaggery

Armstrong & Getty Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 38:10


Hour three of A&G features... The China Military parade... Gerrymandering... How history is taught to middle schoolers... Can you pronounce Mamdani? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 21st Show
Former Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot discusses efforts to limit gerrymandering in Illinois

The 21st Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025


A former mayor of Chicago joins the prgram to talk more about another push to amend the Illinois Constitution so an independent commission draws state House and Senate districts. The 21st Show is Illinois' statewide weekday public radio talk show, connecting Illinois and bringing you the news, culture, and stories that matter to the 21st state. Have thoughts on the show or one of our episodes, or want to share an idea for something we should talk about? Send us an email: talk@21stshow.org. If you'd like to have your say as we're planning conversations, join our texting group! Just send the word "TALK" to (217) 803-0730. Subscribe to our podcast and hear our latest conversations. Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6PT6pb0 Find past segments, links to our social media and more at our website: 21stshow.org.

KSFO Podcast
World Class Scumbaggery

KSFO Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 38:10


Hour three of A&G features... The China Military parade... Gerrymandering... How history is taught to middle schoolers... Can you pronounce Mamdani? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

WHMP Radio
Jim McGovern: gerrymandering, 2026 & losing democracy.

WHMP Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2025 27:52


9/4/25: Nhmptn City Councilor-at-large candidate Benjamin Spencer. Human Rts Atty Laura Pitter: Mass municipalities & ICE. Representative Jim McGovern: gerrymandering, 2026 & losing democracy. Ruth Griggs w/ pianist & Jazzfest performer Miki Yamanaka.

#RolandMartinUnfiltered
Trump's Guard Move Ruled Illegal, Jeffries Slams Gerrymandering, Entrepreneurship, Whiff & Nibble

#RolandMartinUnfiltered

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 142:20 Transcription Available


9.2.2025 #RolandMartinUnfiltered: Trump’s Guard Move Ruled Illegal, Jeffries Slams Gerrymandering, Entrepreneurship, Whiff & Nibble A federal judge says, Trump's deployment of National Guard troops in California broke the law, violating a 19th-century ban on using the military for domestic policing.... Retired Lt. Gen. Russel L. Honoré will weigh in on what this means to Trump's threats to send troops into Chicago. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries is calling out MAGA Republicans for gerrymandering voting maps across the country. You'll hear directly from him on what's really at stake for our democracy.We're talking about what it truly takes to be an entrepreneur. I'll be talking to an expert about how to avoid the pitfalls of entrepreneurship. And in our Shop Black Star Network Marketplace segment, we'll talk to the founder of Whiff and Nibble. A company that brings you food-themed gifts that smell as good as they look.#BlackStarNetwork partner: Fanbasehttps://www.startengine.com/offering/fanbaseThis Reg A+ offering is made available through StartEngine Primary, LLC, member FINRA/SIPC. This investment is speculative, illiquid, and involves a high degree of risk, including the possible loss of your entire investment. You should read the Offering Circular (https://bit.ly/3VDPKjD) and Risks (https://bit.ly/3ZQzHl0) related to this offering before investing.Download the Black Star Network app at http://www.blackstarnetwork.com! We're on iOS, AppleTV, Android, AndroidTV, Roku, FireTV, XBox and SamsungTV.The #BlackStarNetwork is a news reporting platform covered under Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 9/2/2025 (While We Were Out: An eye-opening roundup of everything we missed or wished we had over the past week)

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 57:30


The Sean Spicer Show
Stopping Newsom's Gerrymandering; Gender Dysphoria and SSRIs | Ep 533

The Sean Spicer Show

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 47:32


Todays show is sponsored by: Beam Are you tossing and turning at night and running on fumes during the day? If so, then you are missing out on the most important part of your wellness, sleep. If you want to wake up refreshed, inspired and ready to take on the day then you have to try Beam's Dream powder. This best-selling blend of Reishi, Magnesium, L-Theanine, Apigenin and Melatonin will help you fall asleep, stay asleep, and wake up refreshed. So if you're ready for the best night of sleep you ever had just head to https://shopbeam.com/SPICER to receive 40% off your order. Firecracker Farms Everything's better with HOT SALT. Firecracker Farms hot salt is hand crafted on their family farm with Carolina Reaper, Ghost and Trinidad Scorpion peppers. This is a balanced, deep flavor pairs perfect with your favorite foods. Whether it's eggs, steaks, veggies or even your favorite beverage, Firecracker Farms hot salt is what you've been missing. Just head to https://firecracker.farm/ use code word: SEAN for a discount. Unlock the flavor in your food now! President Trump squashed the propagandist media once and for all about him being dead or unhealthy with an epic press conference on the oval office. Jessica Millan Patterson is taking the fight to Gavin Newsom and his gerrymandering effort in California. The California Citizens Redistricting Commission set the Congressional districts in 2021. Redistricting in California is nothing more than a power grab and as the Chair of Stop Prop 50, Jessica is ready to stop Newsom in his tracks. As Virginia schools struggles with transgenders and bathrooms, Ian Prior is here to fill us in on all the legal matters, including cases taken to the Supreme Court. Will we finally get a definitive answer on Title IX? RFK Jr. is tackling SSRIs as another trans-identifiying shooter tragically shot and injured 21 people at Annunciation Catholic school in Minnesota. Two children, Fletcher Merkel and Harper Myoski lost their lives. Penny Nance and Concerned Women for America are calling for the experts to identify how SSRI's and gender-affirming drugs may play a role in these tragic incidents. Featuring: Jessica Millan Patterson Chairwomen | Stop Prop 50 https://stop50.org/ Ian Prior Senior Advisor | America First Legal https://aflegal.org/ Penny Nance CEO | CWA https://concernedwomen.org/ ------------------------------------------------------------- 1️⃣ Subscribe and ring the bell for new videos: https://youtube.com/seanmspicer?sub_confirmation=1 2️⃣ Become a part of The Sean Spicer Show community: https://www.seanspicer.com/ 3️⃣ Listen to the full audio show on all platforms: Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sean-spicer-show/id1701280578 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/32od2cKHBAjhMBd9XntcUd iHeart: https://www.iheart.com/podcast/269-the-sean-spicer-show-120471641/ 4️⃣ Stay in touch with Sean on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanmspicer Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicer Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanmspicer/ 5️⃣ Follow The Sean Spicer Show on social media: Facebook: https://facebook.com/seanspicershow Twitter: https://twitter.com/seanspicershow Instagram: https://instagram.com/seanspicershow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dangerous Dogma
187. Rep. Emanuel Cleaver on Faith & Politics [Reissue]

Dangerous Dogma

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 55:44


In this episode originally recorded in 2021, Word&Way President Brian Kaylor talks with Rep. Emanuel Cleaver (D-Mo.) about faith and politics as a United Methodist minister and U.S. congressman. Cleaver also discusses his experience on Jan. 6, attacks on voting rights, and what gives him hope. First released four years ago, this episode is being reissued as Republicans in Missouri are citing Christianity to justify an attempt to gerrymander Cleaver out of office. Note: Don't forget to subscribe to our award-winning e-newsletter A Public Witness that helps you make sense of faith, culture, and politics. And preorder the forthcoming book by Brian Kaylor, The Bible According to Christian Nationalists: Exploiting Scripture for Political Power.

America Trends
EP 896 Gerrymandering Is on Full Display and Ahead of Schedule in Texas

America Trends

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2025 30:44


While both parties have long histories with gerrymandering Congressional districts for partisan advantage, it's fair to say Republicans have taken it to a new low by interrupting the every ten -year process, based on the census, and doing it at halftime of this cycle.  In the process, they are encouraging Democrats to do the same.  … Read More Read More

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay
The Epstein Files, AIPAC and Gerrymandering with Rep. Ro Khanna

Higher Learning with Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 37:15


Rep. Ro Khanna returns to talk AIPAC's role in politics, the release of the Epstein files and what he thinks of the gerrymandering debate.  (0:00)  Intro (0:46)  AIPAC's influence (6:07)  Releasing the Epstein files (15:14)  The gerrymandering fight (25:29)  Israel and Benjamin Netanyahu Host: Van Lathan Jr. and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Rep. Ro Khanna Producer: Donnie Beacham Jr. and Ashleigh Smith Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Passing Judgment
The Redistricting Showdown: Texas, California, and the New Era of Gerrymandering with Joseph Axe

Passing Judgment

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 27:40


In this episode of Passing Judgment, Jessica Levinson welcomes Reuters reporter Joseph Axe to discuss the intensifying battle over redistricting across the country. They examine Texas' unprecedented mid-decade redistricting push, California's proposed response, and the broader trend of overt partisan gerrymandering. The episode delves into what these changes mean for voters, political polarization, and the balance of power in Congress, highlighting how the fight over district lines could have lasting impacts on American democracy.Here are three key takeaways you don't want to miss:What is Redistricting and Why It's Unusually Timely Now: The discussion highlights why redistricting is happening now, outside the normal decade cycle, mainly due to political pressure—specifically, former President Trump urging Texas to redraw its maps to increase Republican representation.The Texas Redistricting Battle: There's a deep dive into recent, unprecedented actions in Texas, where Republicans are seeking to replace a map they themselves passed just four years ago with one even more favorable to their party.Partisan vs. Racial Gerrymandering: Political gerrymandering is drawing lines to benefit a party (now effectively permitted by the Supreme Court), while racial gerrymandering—diluting the voting power of racial minorities—remains illegal, though often overlaps with partisan efforts.Follow Our Host: @LevinsonJessica

Chingona Revolution
EP. 200: Quorum Break & Gerrymandering: Why It Matters for Latino Voices in Texas with Linda Garcia

Chingona Revolution

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 56:03


Texas Representative Linda Garcia has been fighting for our community, both within her state and all over the country. She was one of the brave representatives who fled and basically initiated a strike because of an impending vote to enact racist gerrymandering plans in the state of Texas. In doing so, she and her team were able to buy themselves some time and raise awareness about what's happening in local and federal governments. Our dear friend Linda Garcia has called us to action and told us exactly what we can do to help.    Representative Linda Garcia has 17 years of experience in the TV and film industry, helping to build programming for the U.S. Hispanic market at Azteca, Netflix, and Lionsgate. She founded In Luz We Trust, a company dedicated to restructuring negative generational money beliefs to create a positive experience through investing. She recently engaged in a deal with Wells Fargo and People's Self-Help Housing to educate USDA farmworker households for a financial literacy program. Rep. Garcia is a published author of the book Wealth Warrior: 8 Steps for Communities of Color to Conquer the Stock Market. Wealth Warrior received a bronze medal for Best Self-Transformation Book and a silver medal for Best Business. Rep. Garcia's work has been featured on Yahoo Finance, Univision, People En Español, Bloomberg, CNBC, Dallas Morning News, Chicago Tribune, Forbes, Parents Latina, and was a contributor to Time's Next Advisor. Rep. Garcia's achievements have earned her recognition from Latino Leaders Magazine and the City of Los Angeles. She also hosts a weekly podcast, Investies, where she makes complex economic topics accessible and actionable for a broad audience.   In this week's episode, Representative Linda Garcia shares her experience fighting back against the current administration as well as what we can do to help. She explains what gerrymandering is, how it would immediately affect our communities at the local and federal level, and actions you can take to fight back against these attacks on our communities. Now is the time to get involved. We can do this, together.  Resources Mentioned: Investies: Your Weekly Guide to the Stock Market, Investing & Economy Native Land Pod  Latino Vote podcast   Follow Linda on: IG: @linda4texas IG: @itslindagarcia   Follow Erika on: Instagram @‌theerikacruzTikTok @‌theerikacruzLinkedIn Website: http://www.theerikacruz.com How to work with Erika: Sign up for the free webinar “The Magnetic CEO Method” here! Join the waitlist for the Courage Driven Latina program here. Join the waitlist for the Magnetic Mastermind here.   Podcast production for this episode was provided by CCST, an Afro-Latina-owned boutique podcast production and copywriting studio. 

PEP with Chas and Dr Dave
DESPERATELY BEATING SUSAN? PEP with Chas & Elle Hardy (Ep 228, 2 September)

PEP with Chas and Dr Dave

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2025 181:05


Chas & Guest PEPCaster Elle Hardy discuss Winery Solidarity, Democrat Spring Chickens and Utah's Gonna Utah WARNING: This episode of PEP may contain explicit language.   Timestamps 0:00 - Introducing: Elle Hardy 3:14 - Grateful (Labor Day, Millennial Nostalgia) 10:05 - Update (Bolton) 14:30 - Update (Tariff Court Case) 36:49 - Update (Budget Cuts) 46:24 - 2026: Polling 54:23 - 2026: Key Races 1:24:04 - 2026: Gerrymandering 1:37:39 - 2026: Newsom Tweets 1:59:24 - 2026: Elon America Party 2:05:57 - 2026: Trump Election Reforms (Voter ID, Mail-In Voting) 2:27:37 - Update (Epstein/Ghislaine Interview) [Recorded: Tuesday 2 September 9:30 AM AEST / 6:30PM 1 September CENTRAL TIME]   SHOW LINKS: *Chat with the PEPpers on the Discord Server: https://discord.com/invite/WxDD2PPvaW    THE (UPDATED) DR DAVE BOOK CLUB MASTERLIST: Yukio Mishima - Spring Snow (Mentioned 2:35:12, Ep 227) John Steinbeck - Cannery Row (Mentioned 02:39, Ep 226) David Simon & Ed Burns - The Corner: A Year in the Life of an Inner-City Neighborhood (Mentioned 2:21:40, Ep 225) William Appleman Williams - The Tragedy of American Diplomacy (Mentioned 2:11:23, Ep 222) Mahmood Mamdani - Good Muslim, Bad Muslim (Mentioned 2:07:14, Ep 220) Carlo Rovelli - The Order Of Time (Mentioned 06:36, Ep 220) Carlo Rovelli - Reality Is Not What It Seems (Mentioned 06:36, Ep 220) Ryszard Kapuściński - Shah of Shahs (Mentioned 2:21:27, Ep 217) Ervand Abrahamian - Khomeinism (Mentioned 2:23:19, Ep 217) Anthony Seldon - Truss at 10 (Mentioned 1:36:09, Ep 215) Steven Teles - The Conservative Legal Movement (Mentioned 2:12:12, Ep 215) Amin Maalouf - The Crusades Through Arab Eyes (Mentioned 4:32, Ep 214) Geoffrey Blainey - The Causes Of War (Mentioned 43:49, Ep 198) Margaret Levi - Of Rule And Revenue (Mentioned 1:11:16, Ep 195) Margaret Levi - Consent, Dissent, and Patriotism (Mentioned 1:11:16, Ep 195) Sayaka Murata - Convenience Store Woman (Mentioned 2:14, Ep 194) Sid Meier - Sid Meier's Memoir! (Mentioned 16:30, Ep 178) David Simon & Ed Burns - The Corner (Mentioned 8:40, Ep 178) Maurice O. Wallace - King's Vibrato (Mentioned 14:26, Ep 164) Edward S. Herman and Noam Chomsky - Manufacturing Consent - (Mentioned 32:12, Ep 164) Robert Plunket - My Search For Warren Harding (Mentioned 1:49:12, Ep 158) Ian Lambot & Greg Girard - City of Darkness Revisited (Mentioned 39:25, Ep 157) Max Chafkin - The Contrarian (Mentioned 32:18, Ep 155) Claire Conner - Wrapped In The Flag (Mentioned 31:42, Ep 155) Rita Abrahamsen, Mike Williams et al - Global Right (Mentioned 31:12, Ep 155) Philip Gorski and Samuel Perry - The Flag And The Cross (Mentioned 30:49, Ep 155) Cynthia Miller-Idriss - Hate In The Homeland (Mentioned 30:10, Ep 155) Cory Doctorow & Rebecca Giblin - Chokepoint Capitalism (Mentioned 34:55, Ep 150) Elizabeth Ingleson - Made In China (Mentioned 31:50, Ep 150) John Corrigan - Religious Intolerance, America, and the World (Mentioned 1:16:18, Ep 141) Gérard Prunier - From Genocide to Continental War (Mentioned 48:18, Ep 141) Liu Cixin, - The Three Body Trilogy (Mentioned 1:11:04, Ep 136) Tilman Allert - The Hitler Salute (Mentioned 22:03, Ep 134) Philip Roth - Nemesis (Mentioned 1:56, Ep 133) Joshua Cohen - The Netanyahus Zeke Faux - Number Go Up Michael Paul Rogin - The Intellectuals and McCarthy Cathy Kramer - The Politics of Resentment Naomi Klein - Doppelganger Maria Bamford - Sure, I'll Join Your Cult Wendy Brown - States Of Injury Corey Robin. - The Reactionary Mind Patricia Lockwood - No One Is Talking About This David Cay Johnston - The Making of Donald Trump Jane Mayer - Dark Money Harry Frankfurt - On Bullshit Stephen King - The Dead Zone Elle Hardy - Beyond Belief Federico Finchelstein - From Fascism to Populism in History Robert Jervis - Why Intelligence Fails Alex Haley and Malcolm X - The Autobiography of Malcolm X Jonathan Haidt - The Righteous Mind David Graeber - Debt: The First 5000 Years Jerry L. Mashaw - Creating The American Administrative Constitution Brian Balogh - A Government Out of Sight Paul Connerton - How Societies Remember Paul Connerton - How Modernity Forgets Catherine Green and Sarah Catherine Gilbert - Vaxxers John Zaller - The Nature and Origins of Mass Opinion Matthew Karp - This Vast Southern Empire Robert Fatton - The Guise of Exceptionalism Anatol Lievin - Climate Change and the Nation State: The Realist Case James Alfred Aho - The Politics of Righteousness The substack that Dr Dave apparently plagiarises liberally from! https://luke.substack.com/ James Beverley - God's Man in the White House Jane Chi Hyun Park - Yellow Future Matthias Gardell - In The Name of Elijah Muhammad Gosta Esping-Andersen - The Three Worlds of Welfare Capitalism Suzanne Mettler - The Submerged State Brendon O'Connor - Anti-Americanism and American Exceptionalism James Morone - Hellfire Nation Nathan Kalmoe - With Ballots and Bullets Winnifred Fallers Sullivan - The Impossibility of Religious Freedom   THANK YOU FOR YOUR ATTENTION TO THIS MATTER!  

Look Forward
Wasted Time and Money (DC Occupation, CDC Leaders Quit, Redistricting Fight) | Ep422

Look Forward

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 66:50 Transcription Available


This week on Look Forward, the guys return to discuss the ongoing occupation of DC by the National Guard under Trump's orders, leaders of the CDC walk off the job under RFK Jr's nightmarish leadership, redistricting fight continues as Texas proceeds and California answers the call, former Trump national security advisor John Bolton gets his house raided by the FBI in obvious retribution for bad mouthing Donald Trump, Trump and Putin meet and it goes well for Putin, health concerns about the president continue to get louder, apparently America is going straight into communism by buying 10% stake in Intel, and much more!Big TopicOccupation in DC continues, with now armed national guardTrump promises to expand this to other citiesNews You NeedMassive CDC walkout erupts amid internal chaosRedistricting goes forward in Texas, California is responding in kindHere comes MarylandFormer national security advisor, John Bolton has house raided by FBITrump finally got to meet with his DadNot the best, nor the brightestTrump's health is becoming a glaring issue that the GOP can't ignorehttps://bsky.app/profile/carlquintanilla.bsky.social/post/3lxikivtic22kI guess the GOP have horshoed around from fascism to communismTrump attempts to fire Federal Reserve GovernorShe responds in the correct mannerWe're seeing the impact of age-restriction laws already in the USA Wretched Hive of Scum and VillainyCBP is also getting access to police surveillance dataFast Corruption and Faster Screw-UpsTrump's handpicked IRS chief was fired for actually having a backboneWhat's Dumber, A Brick or A Republican?Possibly the dumbest bribery story ever

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 8/29/2025 (Encore: Heather Digby Parton of Salon; 'Driftglass' of 'Pro Left Podcast' on CA's 'Nuclear Deterrence' Map, Trump's 'Fascist Theatre' and Beyond)

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 29, 2025 58:03


Beau of The Fifth Column
Let's talk about what you can do about the gerrymandering....

Beau of The Fifth Column

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 4:01


Let's talk about what you can do about the gerrymandering....

Lever Time
Trump's Gerrymandering Plot To Steal The Election (With Rep. Lloyd Doggett)

Lever Time

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 36:54


As Trump presses states to redraw their district maps to favor Republicans, David Sirota gets the inside scoop from Texas Democratic Congressman Lloyd Doggett, who is on the frontlines of the gerrymandering war. Doggett this week announced a shocking act of self-sacrifice, jeopardizing his own career for the battle against Trump.  Click here for a full transcript of the episode.Get ad-free episodes, bonus content and extended interviews by becoming a member at levernews.com/join.To leave a tip for The Lever, click here. It helps us do this kind of independent journalism.

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman
'BradCast' 8/28/2025 (Encore: Trump, Nazis and Trump's Nazified Elections)

The BradCast w/ Brad Friedman

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 57:54


Amarica's Constitution
The Land of The Land

Amarica's Constitution

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2025 86:45


Gerrymandering, borders, the use of the military on US soil, and even the status of the District of Columbia.  All these relate to geography, and the "more perfect union" our founders sought.  The Constitution therefore speaks to all these issues, and originalism must be considered.  We look at what the Constitution has to say, why it says these things, and what the underlying principles tell us.  This has obvious implications for today's questions, but without clarity on the historical background, confusion may reign, which aids those who might be in the wrong.  It's timely in another way, because the forthcoming Born Equal addresses many of these geographic questions - because Americans in the 19th Century, including Lincoln most prominently, thought about them prominently.  Professor Amar brings it together for you.  CLE credit is available for lawyers and judges from podcast.njsba.com.

Jim Hightower's Radio Lowdown
Gerrymandering Means Your Local Representative Isn't Local… And Isn't Yours

Jim Hightower's Radio Lowdown

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2025 2:10


In a 2006 documentary, I assailed Texas Republican lawmakers for ramming a brutish gerrymandering scheme into law, doing my report from a street sign in central Austin.That sign was the exact location the GOP had used as the pin point for slicing up the city's one congressional district into four pieces like a pizza. Each slice radiated far out of town, merging into Republican suburbs in distant cities – thus suppressing Austin's progressive voice in Congress.Now here they come again, assaulting progressive voters throughout the state with a gerrymandering gang bang. At the command of Donald Trump, our so-called “representatives” are submissively shoving millions of Texans into jerry-rigged Trump enclaves, solely to serve his political desires.Far from being just another corrupt hyper-partisan political manipulation, this GOP ploy is stripping away America's fundamental principle of representative democracy. Instead of grassroots communities sorting out their differences and choosing their own governing representatives in local elections, political hacks in Washington and the state capital are cynically relocating people's political “locality” (with no participation at all by the people).Yes, instead of constituents choosing their members of Congress, gerrymandering lets members choose their constituents. So “your” representative doesn't need to know you, much less serve you. Thus, the issues that Congress considers don't percolate up from local communities, but are chosen by national and state political operatives and multimillion-dollar campaign donors. It's the nationalization of local elections, ignoring the real needs of hometown people.Why shouldn't you have a representative who's at least from your community, maybe even knows your name… and gives a damn about something more constructive than Trump's anti-democratic, plutocratic agenda.Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe

Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness
Gerrymandering in Texas and HIV Criminalization Battles

Getting Curious with Jonathan Van Ness

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 29:34


This week on The Monday Edit we're talking: the Hurricane Katrina documentary, Amanda Seales & Jubilee, Texas & California redistricting, HIV segregation in prisons, and the Correct the Map campaign,. Check out the JVN Patreon for exclusive BTS content, extra interviews, and much much more - check it out here: ⁠www.patreon.com/jvn⁠  Follow us on Instagram @gettingbetterwithjvn Jonathan on Instagram @jvn and senior producer Chris @amomentlikechris  New video episodes Getting Better on YouTube every Wednesday.  Senior Producer, Chris McClure Producer, Editor & Engineer is Nathanael McClure Production support from Anne Currie, and Chad Hall Our theme music is also composed by Nathanael McClure. Curious about bringing your brand to life on the show? Email podcastadsales@sonymusic.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Pour Over
Ghislaine Maxwell Transcript, College Football Week 0, Gerrymandering, & More | 08.25.2025

The Pour Over

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 11:19


Today we're talking about what Epstein-associate Ghislaine Maxwell said in her interview with the DOJ; the kickoff to college football; updates from Texas and California on redrawing district maps; and other top news for Monday, August, 25th. Stay informed while remaining focused on Christ with The Pour Over. The TPO Store just got a glow-up Join over 1 million readers with our free newsletter here Looking to support us? You can choose to pay here Check out our sponsors! We actually use and enjoy every single one. Cru LMNT Surfshark Holy Post CSB's Back to School Gift Guide CCCU Upside HelloFresh Mosh Theology in the Raw

The Wright Report
22 AUG 2025: Headline Brief: Trump vs. The Fed // Gerrymandering // Trump Mops up on Court Victories // Mega Immigration Crackdowns // Good Econ News // Global Updates // Autism

The Wright Report

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2025 25:29


Donate (no account necessary) | Subscribe (account required) Join Bryan Dean Wright, former CIA Operations Officer, as he dives into today's top stories shaping America and the world. In this episode of The Wright Report, we cover the growing battle between Trump and the Federal Reserve, new fights over redistricting in California and Texas, major courtroom victories for the president, and breakthrough medical research on autism. From fiery clashes in Washington to hopeful discoveries in science, today's brief delivers the headlines shaping America's future. Trump vs. Powell and the Federal Reserve: Fed Chair Jerome Powell delivers a pivotal speech today as Trump threatens to fire him over high interest rates. Biden appointee Lisa Cook refuses to resign amid a DOJ mortgage fraud investigation, declaring, “I have no intention of being bullied to step down from my position.” Trump pushes to replace Fed governors with his own picks, raising the stakes for the economy and next year's midterms. California and Texas Redistricting Battles: California Governor Gavin Newsom pushes a special election to redraw maps that would flip five GOP districts to Democrats, but polls show 64 percent of Californians want to keep the independent commission's map. Meanwhile, Texas Republicans advance their own redistricting plan to shift five seats from Democrats to Republicans, with Florida and Missouri set to follow. Trump Scores Three Major Court Victories: A New York appeals court strikes down a $500 million civil fraud verdict, calling it “a stinging rebuke” to Attorney General Letitia James. The Supreme Court clears Trump to cut $800 million in DEI grants at the NIH. And the Ninth Circuit rules he can end Biden's Temporary Protected Status protections for 60,000 migrants, overturning what Bryan calls “an egregiously wrong” lower court decision. Immigration Crackdown in Washington DC: Trump personally joins ICE agents targeting illegal immigrants on mopeds working for delivery services. One arrest of a Mexican national sparked outrage until it was revealed he had raped a 13-year-old child, forcing Democrats to quickly delete their criticism. Bryan calls it proof that “facts matter, and sometimes they come out too late.” Economic Data Surprises and Tariff Revenues: Despite gloomy forecasts, Walmart sales hold firm, housing sales tick upward, and factory activity reaches its highest level since 2022. Trump's tariffs generate a record $160 billion in revenue, with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent confirming the funds are reducing U.S. debt. “It's leaving the economic smarties scratching their heads,” Bryan notes, as predictions of collapse keep falling flat. Global Updates — Ukraine, India, and the UK: Trump urges Zelenskyy to strike inside Russia, writing, “It is very hard, if not impossible, to win a war without attacking an invader's country.” Russia responds by bombing a U.S.-owned factory in Ukraine. In India, Prime Minister Modi moves closer to China, praising “steady progress guided by respect for each other's interests” while his billionaire allies profit from Russian oil sales. In the UK, PM Keir Starmer faces fury as asylum seekers flood in and crime rises. Breakthroughs in Autism Research: South Korean scientists develop a probiotic treatment that reduces autism symptoms in mice by altering gut bacteria. At Stanford, researchers test an epilepsy drug, Z-944, that reverses autism symptoms including seizures, sensitivity issues, and social impairments. Bryan calls the findings “a wonderful way to start the weekend.”   "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free." - John 8:32     Keywords: Trump Powell Federal Reserve fight, Jerome Powell interest rates, Lisa Cook DOJ investigation, California redistricting Newsom, Texas GOP redistricting plan, Trump court victories Letitia James, Supreme Court NIH DEI grants, Ninth Circuit TPS migrants, Trump DC ICE mopeds, Walmart sales tariffs, U.S. factory activity 2025, Trump tariffs debt reduction, Zelenskyy strike inside Russia, Russia bombs U.S. factory Ukraine, Modi Xi China alliance, UK asylum seekers Starmer, South Korea autism probiotic, Stanford epilepsy drug autism reversal

The Rachel Maddow Show
Maddow: Three ways Trump is trying to rig the 2026 midterm elections

The Rachel Maddow Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 42:43


Donald Trump seems to move from one unpopular catastrophe to another. With people still in the streets protesting his military take-over of Washington, D.C., his disgraceful capitulation to Putin in Alaska prompted even deeper disapproval, with a new Pew poll showing his numbers steadily worsening. Meanwhile, in Texas, state Democrats have returned, enabling Republicans to restart their gerrymandering effort, another facet in Trump's effort to manipulate the upcoming midterms to preserve his hold on power.BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/maddowblog.msnbc.comhttps://bsky.app/profile/maddow.msnbc.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/maddowshow/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@maddowshow 

The Al Franken Podcast
Ari Berman on the GOP's Gerrymandering Plot

The Al Franken Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2025 49:20


With Donald Trump and the Republican Party low in the polls, Texas is resorting to one of their favorite ways to win voters: cheating. They've drawn new maps to implement unprecedented gerrymandering, taking away five Democratic-held seats - all done at Trump's insistence, of course. We're joined by Ari Berman, national voting rights correspondent for Mother Jones, to walk us through Texas Governor Abbott's scheme. Democrats are attempting to fight back in Texas and across the country… even if it is a fight they are likely to lose. We discuss how the Supreme Court continues to erode voting rights and how Chief Justice John Roberts is NOT the moderate that he'd like us to think that he is.  If history is any indication, Democrats SHOULD have a successful midterm election. But history may not be enough to overcome this gerrymandering lollapalooza and the attacks on voting rights. READ Ari's work in Mother Jones: https://www.motherjones.com/author/ari-berman/ 

Verdict with Ted Cruz
Cartels Now Terrorist Targets, Texas Pushes Back Against Blue Hypocrisy & Search Engine or Election Engine? Week In Review

Verdict with Ted Cruz

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 16, 2025 27:06 Transcription Available


1. Military Action Against Drug Cartels The President (referred to as Trump) has authorized the U.S. military to use force against Latin American drug cartels. These cartels have been designated as foreign terrorist organizations, allowing for military engagement. Historical precedent is cited, such as Plan Colombia under President George W. Bush. 2. Criticism of Democratic Leadership Strong accusations are made against Democratic leaders for allegedly siding with criminals and cartels. The narrative portrays Democrats as hypocritical and power-hungry, especially regarding issues like immigration, crime, and redistricting. 3. Gerrymandering and Redistricting The document discusses redistricting in states like Texas, Illinois, California, Massachusetts, and New York. It compares Republican and Democratic strategies, accusing Democrats of manipulating district maps to gain disproportionate representation. 4. Big Tech Bias Google is accused of censoring conservative content and favoring Democratic fundraising emails. Reference is made to psychologist Robert Epstein, who allegedly found that Google’s search algorithms influenced votes in favor of Hillary Clinton. 5. Law Enforcement and DOJ Incident A DOJ employee allegedly assaulted a federal law enforcement officer with a sandwich. The incident is used to highlight perceived radicalism and disrespect for law enforcement among left-wing individuals. 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. Thanks for Listening #seanhannity #hannity #marklevin #levin #charliekirk #megynkelly #tucker #tuckercarlson #glennbeck #benshapiro #shapiro #trump #sexton #bucksexton#rushlimbaugh #limbaugh #whitehouse #senate #congress #thehouse #democrats#republicans #conservative #senator #congressman #congressmen #congresswoman #capitol #president #vicepresident #POTUS #presidentoftheunitedstatesofamerica#SCOTUS #Supremecourt #DonaldTrump #PresidentDonaldTrump #DT #TedCruz #Benferguson #Verdict #justicecorrupted #UnwokeHowtoDefeatCulturalMarxisminAmericaYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VerdictwithTedCruzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Megyn Kelly Show
Trump-Putin Summit Today, Newsom Gerrymandering Plan, Biden Trip Scrapped Over Steps: AM Update 8/15

The Megyn Kelly Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 15, 2025 17:10


President Trump meets face-to-face today with Vladimir Putin in Alaska, the first such meeting since the Ukraine war began, in what he calls “round one” of an effort to secure a ceasefire. California Governor Gavin Newsom unveils a proposal to override the state's independent redistricting commission and draw new congressional maps, aiming to counter Texas's GOP-led redistricting. Newly-released emails show Biden staffers canceled a planned ship tour in 2023 over concerns about “too many steps,” now part of a House Oversight probe into whether aides concealed the president's physical and mental decline. Riverbend Ranch: Visit https://riverbendranch.com/ | Use promo code MEGYN for $20 off your first order.All Family Pharmacy: Order now at https://allfamilypharmacy.com/MEGYN and save 10% with code MEGYN10

Pod Save America
Pete Buttigieg Thinks Democrats Can't Go Back

Pod Save America

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2025 75:41


Pete Buttigieg—former South Bend mayor, 2020 presidential candidate, and Transportation Secretary—sits down with Jon Favreau to discuss how much of the status quo Democrats should aim to restore (if any) if they win in 2026, what the party needs to change to effectively message around Trump's broken promises, and what Pete thinks of JD Vance's rapid ascent to power—and the values he's abandoned along the way. Then, Lovett joins Jon to answer listener questions about building a Democratic Project 2029, our nation's new gerrymandering war, and whether Barack Obama is right about ketchup's place on a burger.

The Ben Shapiro Show
How Gerrymandering is DESTROYING America!

The Ben Shapiro Show

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 9, 2025 11:28


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