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This week, we check back in with Scott to find out what turns his life has taken since the original episode aired in 2019.When Scott was a heroin addict, he crossed a line he thought he would never cross. And he’s been trying to uncross it ever since.CreditsThis episode was produced by Jonathan Goldstein, Stevie Lane, Kalila Holt, and BA Parker, with editing by Jorge Just. Special thanks to Emily Condon, Alex Blumberg, Nathan Foster, Jacob Eppler, and Jackie Cohen. This episode was mixed by Bobby Lord. Music by Christine Fellows, John K Samson, Blue Dot Sessions, Michael Hearst, Michael Charles Smith, Podington Bear, Shadowlands, Stratus, Haley Shaw, and Bobby Lord. Our theme song is by The Weakerthans courtesy of Epitaph Records.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode Summary In this solo episode, Cary Weston dives into how small business owners and entrepreneurs can use ChatGPT to start or grow a business. Speaking from behind the wheel en route to another marketing workshop, Cary outlines five specific ways ChatGPT can support everything from business research to employee hiring. He also revisits a recent episode with guests Mike and Paige, reflecting on how they've integrated ChatGPT into their marketing and communication strategies. If you're thinking about starting a business—or already running one—this episode is packed with practical ideas you can put into play today. LISTENER SURVEY W/$100 Amazon Gift Card: https://chatgptexperiment.com/listener-survey/ Key Takeaways Use ChatGPT as a strategic partner: Whether it's researching trends, creating business plans, or prepping for funding pitches, Cary lays out specific prompts to make ChatGPT work like an advisor. Empathy matters: When crafting marketing or job descriptions, Cary emphasizes putting yourself in your customer's—or future employee's—shoes. Use ChatGPT to simulate their perspective. Start smart: From pricing with profit in mind to planning for taxes, Cary shares smart startup advice gathered from his own work helping dozens of businesses. Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear”.

In this episode of Three Inning Fan the Podcast with Kelley Franco, she is joined by the incomparable Chris “Mad Dog” Russo of Mad Dog Unleashed as he brings his hallmark high-energy style to the show. They discuss the blockbuster Rafael Devers – Jordan Hicks trade between the #RedSox and the #SFGiants. We then focus on some of the hottest financial topics in #MLB right now, including the renegotiation of the Collective Bargaining Agreement next year. That will include contentious issues such as salary caps and floors, revenue sharing, pooling local broadcast money and other matters that, if pressed, could lead to a work stoppage and possibly the cancellation of the 2027 season. And of course we close with…what's good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear

Today, we are thrilled to have Dr. Paige Carmichael, a distinguished Professor in the Department of Pathology and a leader in One Health education at the University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine. Dr. Carmichael is an expert in many animal models and veterinary diseases, including inherited neurologic diseases in dogs and other species. In this episode, we talk about her unique gift of breaking down silos - working with experts in law, environmental health, and music to educate her students and expand their horizons. We even have a special mystery guest. So, let's get started. We look forward to the conversation!    ____ More Information on: Past ACVP Webinars  2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA ACVP Errors in Publications Portal ___ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS  ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License.  The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants' affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025. 

In this episode of Three Inning Fan the Podcast with Kelley Franco, she is joined by Mark Kolier of the podcast Almost Cooperstown. We discuss the Mets and Yankees at this pivotal point in the season. Are they overperforming or underperforming in pitching, bullpen, offense and defense? Who is carrying the load and who needs to step up? What players returning from injury will create roster crunches and possible trips to the minors? In about 25 minutes we cover it all - succinctly. And of course we close with…what's good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear

Episode Summary In this solo episode, Cary Weston, the ever-curious host of The Chat GPT Experiment, shares his personal and professional origin story; how a love for problem-solving and curiosity led him from deli work to launching his own agency, and eventually starting this podcast. Speaking from the road after his daughter's track meet, Cary opens up about life as a sports dad, learning from failure, launching a business before he was 30, and how discovering ChatGPT blew his mind and redirected his career. It's a reflective, inspiring ride through 30 years of growth, grit, and gratitude, all tied together by curiosity. 3 Key Takeaways Curiosity is a Superpower: Cary has built his career by staying curious, whether it was learning to type after failing a college paper or diving into ChatGPT after seeing its potential. Start Before You're Ready: From launching his agency with no clients to figuring out video production on the fly, Cary's story shows that action often comes before expertise. Share What You Learn: Whether it's helping his daughter prep for a job interview using ChatGPT or guiding podcast listeners, Cary believes in using his experience to help others improve and grow. About Cary Cary Weston is a business consultant, coach, and former agency owner who's passionate about helping people use AI and systems thinking to work smarter. With over 30 years of experience, Cary now focuses on one-on-one and group training, helping professionals find practical, real-world ways to use ChatGPT. When he's not podcasting or coaching, he's probably on the road playing sports dad to his three kids. Cary's approachable style and empathy-driven mindset make his insights relatable, actionable, and always grounded in real life.   Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear”.

Today's guest is Dr. Rachel Neto, an Assistant Clinical Professor at Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine. Join us as we talk about her journey in veterinary pathology, her commitment to promoting mental health and wellness, and what characteristics she admires most in her students. Plus, the secrets to properly fixing horse and bird eyes! So, grab a snack and sit back while we chat with Dr. Rachel Neto!   More links: 2025 ACVP Annual Meeting in NOLA ACVP Errors in Publications Portal ___ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS  ____ Thank you to Nicholas Pankow, Assistant Audio Editor, for his help editing this episode. Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License.  The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants' affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025. 

Well, folks, we made it to Season 03 of A Conversation in Veterinary Pathology - The A.C.V.P. Podcast.  This season, we're spotlighting fresh voices and vital topics—from new ACVP leadership updates to celebrating Black, Hispanic, and Latin pathologists. We'll explore student advocacy, burnout, debt, and the power of mentorship and belonging in our profession. Plus, a closer look at Veterinary Pathology, the journal, and how we move our science—and our people—forward. New voices, bold ideas, same mission. Episodes drop soon—follow now and don't miss what's next.  __ A huge thank you to Dr. Melissa Macias Rioseco for writing the script for the promo. We are super excited to have her and all the new ACVP Media and Communication Committee Podcast Subcommittee Members on board! You'll meet them soon. If you are an ACVP Member and would like to volunteer, please be sure to fill out the volunteer questions in your annual membership renewal. Membership renewal is due June 30, 2025. ____ ACVP Social Media Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP LinkedIn - AMERICAN COLLEGE OF VETERINARY PATHOLOGISTS  ____ Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License.  The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants' affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025. 

EPISODE SUMMARY In this solo episode, host Cary Weston takes listeners back to one of his most popular and useful frameworks: thinking of AI as your “amazing intern.” He shares evergreen advice and practical tips for anyone, whether you're brand new or seasoned with ChatGPT, on how to shift your mindset, get better results, and apply AI in everyday situations. Cary also shares a personal story about helping his daughter prepare for her first job interview using ChatGPT, showing how powerful the tool can be in real-world moments. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS AI as Your Intern: Reframe ChatGPT as your “amazing intern”—capable, eager to help, but in need of clear direction and context to do its best work. Talk to It, Don't Prompt It: You'll get better results when you talk to ChatGPT like a real person, offering background, goals, and asking it to clarify anything unclear before it starts working. Use It for Real-World Scenarios: Cary's story of helping his daughter role-play for a job interview shows just how practical and comforting ChatGPT can be when used creatively. About Cary Weston Cary Weston is the host of The ChatGPT Experiment podcast, a marketing agency owner, and a passionate advocate for helping people unlock the practical power of AI. With a relatable teaching style and focus on real-life applications, Cary helps curious beginners get comfortable and confident with ChatGPT. He offers one-on-one and company-wide training sessions, using the “amazing intern” analogy to help shift how people think about and use AI tools. Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear.

In this episode, Cary Weston sits down with Avrum Nadigel, a seasoned marriage and family therapist, author, musician, and self-proclaimed productivity nerd from Toronto. Avrum shares how he combines analog and digital tools—particularly ChatGPT—to track, reflect, and improve both his personal and professional life. From crafting a “board of directors” in ChatGPT made up of his favorite productivity thinkers to uploading journal entries and getting tailored weekly reviews, Avrum offers a fascinating, detailed look into a highly personalized system of digital reflection and growth. His enthusiasm for combining technology with introspection shines, making for a lively and thought-provoking conversation. 3 Key Takeaways Analog + AI = Powerful Reflection Tool: Avrum blends handwritten notes with AI to track patterns, enhance his weekly reviews, and combat recency bias, creating a living system of self-awareness. Productivity Meets Personality: He built a “virtual board of directors” within ChatGPT—including personas like David Allen and Stephen Covey—that debates his weekly performance, adding humor and insight. Start with Curiosity: For beginners unsure how to use ChatGPT, Avrum recommends starting with a quirky question or a real-life problem and letting curiosity guide the conversation. About Avrum Nadigel Avrum Nadigel is a marriage and family therapist with over 30 years of experience, an author of three books (one co-written with his psychiatrist wife), and a passionate musician and urban sketcher. His deep interest in productivity and systems thinking led him to explore creative ways to use AI to better understand his own patterns and behaviors. Avrum is also a dedicated journaler who uses both analog tools and ChatGPT to keep track of personal growth, ensuring fun is always part of the process. Avrum's website: https://www.nadigel.com Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear.

Episode Summary In this episode of The ChatGPT Experiment Podcast, host Cary Weston takes a solo deep dive into a powerful real-life coaching session with a business leader he refers to as “Mark.” Mark, the president of a company, struggles with spending too much time crafting thoughtful, relationship-preserving emails—a task that can consume half his day. Cary walks listeners through the emotional and practical problem Mark faces and how he helped build a simple ChatGPT-driven writing system to relieve that pressure without sacrificing trust or tone. Along the way, Cary also shares listener feedback from across the globe, answers a listener question about ChatGPT's handling of time, and encourages others to reclaim time from low-value tasks.   3 Key Takeaways Busy professionals like Mark are stuck in a “mental treadmill” of repetitive, low-value tasks that steal time and energy. Cary built a purpose-first ChatGPT system to help Mark draft emails faster without compromising on care, tone, or professionalism. Listeners are encouraged to find their own “one thing” that ChatGPT could help with—freeing up time and mental bandwidth for more meaningful work.   Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston   LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/   MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear.

Synopsis:  Is Authoritarianism Here?: Gessen and Stanley discuss the shift in America's self-understanding, from democratic ideals to a self-identity based on loving the US for its past greatness, and warn that this is not a democratic project, but rather a fascist one, similar to what Putin is doing in Russia. ARE YOU AUDACIOUS? SUPPORT OUR RESISTANCE REPORTING FUND! Help us continue fighting against the rise of authoritarianism in these times. Please support our Resistance Reporting Fund. Our goal is to raise $100K. We're at $35K! Become a sustaining member starting at $5 a month! Or make a one time donation at LauraFlanders.org/Donate Description: What will it take to reject fascism, before it's too late? Masha Gessen and Jason Stanley are two leading experts on autocracy, and they're sounding the alarm. They and their families have escaped totalitarian regimes and oppressive governments; today Gessen and Stanley are pulling back the curtain on the attacks against DEI, trans bodies, civil rights, higher education and more. Is authoritarianism here? Masha Gessen is an acclaimed Russian-American journalist, a Polk Award winning opinion writer for the New York Times and the author of "Surviving Autocracy" and “The Future is History: How Totalitarianism Reclaimed Russia.” Forced to leave Russia twice, in 2024, a Moscow court convicted them, in absentia to eight years in prison for their reporting on the war in Ukraine. Jason Stanley is a best-selling author and professor whose books include “Erasing History” and "How Fascism Works". He recently left his teaching position at Yale University to relocate to Canada with his family; noting that he is a child of Jewish refugees who fled Nazi Germany. In this historic conversation — the first interview between Gessen and Stanley — the two explore how to be bold in our movements and envision a multi-ethnic democracy. Plus, a commentary from Laura.“Trump has proposed a revived empire, a return to an imaginary past. The Democrats have proposed the way things are now, which are deeply unsatisfying and horribly anxiety provoking for a very large number of people. So we need a vision of a future that is more appealing than the imaginary past.” - Masha Gessen“What I see now is this regime shifting the self understanding of America, from having these democratic ideals . . . God knows they've been imperfect, to a self identity as loving the United States because we've had these great men in our past, and we've conquered the West, and we can punch you in the nose. And that's not a democratic project. That's like what Putin is doing in Russia.” - Jason Stanley• Masha Gessen: Opinion Columnist, The New York Times; Author, Surviving Autocracy; Distinguished Professor, Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism, CUNY• Jason Stanley: Author, Erasing History & How Fascism Works; Professor, Munk School of Global Affairs, University of Toronto Music Credit: “America” by Sylvan Paul, courtesy of Wolf+Lamb Records.  "Steppin" by Podington Bear. And original sound production and design by Jeannie Hopper. RESOURCES:Watch the special report released on YouTube May 2nd 5pm ET; PBS World Channel May 4th, and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings, or search here via zipcode). Listen: Episode airing on community radio (check here to see if your station airs the show) & available as a podcast May 7th.  The full uncut conversation releases May 2nd in this podcast feed.Full Episode Notes are located HERE. RESOURCES:Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Full Episode Notes are located HERE. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•. Special Report- Decades After Bloody Sunday, Is Trump Taking Civil Rights Back to Before Selma in ‘65?:  Watch,  Audio Podcast:  Episode, and Uncut Conversation with Kimberlé Crenshaw, AAPF and Clifford Albright, Black Voters Matter•. Journalists Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika: Forced Removals, Foreign Detention, the War on Education & Free Speech: Watch,  Audio Podcast: Episode, and Uncut Conversation•  The People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin's Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power Grab:  Watch,  Audio Podcast:  Episode, and Uncut Conversation Related Articles and Resources:• This Is What a Digital Coup Looks Like, by Carole Callwalladr, Ted Talk, April 9, 2025 WATCH• The Fascism Expert at Yale Who's Fleeing America, by Keziah Weir, March 31, 2025, Vanity Fair• The Shape of Power in American Art, a new exhibition explores how the history of race in the United States is entwined with the history of American sculpture, November 8, 2024, Exhibit at the Smithsonian American Art Museum• Celebrate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. at the Riverside Church in the City of New York, Various , Turning 15 on the Road to Freedom•  American journalist Masha Gessen convicted in absentia by Russia for criticizing its military, by Anna Chernova, Lauren Kent and Rob Picket, July 16, 2024, CNN•. Tyrants Use Racism and Patriarchy to Split Civil Society Apart and Dismantle Democracy, Excerpt of speech by Jason Stanley, Jacob Urowsky professor of philosophy at Yale University, recorded & produced by Melinda Tuhus, April 16, 2025, Between the Lines•  The Hidden Motive Behind Trump's Attacks on Trans People, by M. Gessen, March 17, 2025, The New York Times•  The 10 tactics of fascism by Jason Stanley, 2022, Big Think - Watch•  Welcome to Trump's Mafia State: “Nice university you got there. Shame if something happened to it.” By M. Gessen, Produce by Vishakha Darbha, April 21, 2025, The New York Times Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Gina Kim, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Episode Summary In this episode of the ChatGPT Experiment Podcast, host Cary Weston sits down with George B. Thomas—HubSpot expert, content strategist, and passionate advocate for human-centered technology. They dive deep into how AI, especially tools like ChatGPT, can help simplify complex tasks, reclaim time, and amplify impact. George shares his journey of curiosity, how he built the “superhuman framework,” and how he used it to create a digital clone of himself that can help others 24/7 with authenticity and purpose. The episode is filled with warmth, insight, and a strong message about using AI to be more human, not less.   Top 3 Takeaways Curiosity + Simplicity = Power: George emphasizes the importance of staying curious and simplifying the complex to unlock new possibilities with AI. The Superhuman Framework: Built around purpose, passion, persistence, and love—plus ten “H-pillars”—this framework drives George's approach to personal and professional growth. AI as a Force Multiplier: George's “clone” project demonstrates how AI can extend your values, knowledge, and personality to help more people, even when you're not physically present.   About George B. Thomas George B. Thomas is a content strategist, speaker, and AI enthusiast with over a decade of experience helping businesses grow using HubSpot and inbound marketing. Known for his empathetic, practical approach, George has 42 HubSpot certifications and a passion for empowering teams and individuals through frameworks like his “superhuman” method. He also created a digital clone of himself to scale access to his knowledge and personality, blending technology with deeply human values. You can find George at georgebthomas.com, helper.georgebthomas.com, or on LinkedIn.   Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston   LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/   MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear.

In this informing and entertaining episode of Three Inning Fan - The Podcast, Kelley Franco covers everything you need to know about MLB in under 30 minutes. We talk about little names coming up big for the Mets and the Yankees. The Mets' pitching staff is the best in MLB and it features David Stearns' bargain signings and homegrown talent. The Yankees are being bolstered by Rice, Grisham, and Goldschmidt. The big names are working too, as Soto is heating up and Judge is playing like the best player in the game. Then we get outside the New York Bubble and talk about the Cubs – why are they surging and why could the best be yet to come? The Braves have a rally in their bones, the Mariners are scoring runs, and the Dodgers have – surprise – pitchers on the Injured List. And of course we close with…what's good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear

Synopsis:  Stephanie Flanders, a leading economics expert, joins her sister Laura to examine the state of social democracy and the impact of business on our lives, asking whether the current system is broken and what alternatives might offer a more equitable future.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description:   Is the West's experiment with social democracy over? Is survival of the richest our fate? In this episode, sisters Laura and Stephanie Flanders hold their annual check-in, this time from St. James Park in London, to delve into the details of the many politico-economic issues dominating and driving the news. Stephanie Flanders, an economics expert of renown, is the Head of Economics and Government at Bloomberg and the host of “Trumponomics”, the weekly Stephanomics podcast that looks at the president's economic policies and plans. Join Laura and Stephanie as they discuss how business impacts every aspect of our lives. Are we going backwards, or are there models like community wealth building that we can look to for economic transformation?Guests:  Stephanie Flanders, Head Economics & Government, Bloomberg Music Credit: “Politics Don Expose Them” by Femi Kuti from their latest album Journey Through Life released on Partisan Records..  "Steppin" by Podington Bear. And original sound production and design by Jeannie Hopper. RESOURCES:Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Full Episode Notes are located HERE.Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Stephanie Flanders on A Trump Economy & What to Watch in The Ultimate Election Year, Watch / Listen-Podcast:  Episode, Full Conversation•  Laura & Stephanie Flanders Unpack Inflation, Silicon Valley Bank Crash and Democracy: Watch / Listen-Podcast:  Episode, Full Conversation•  Solving Economic Inequality: An Occupy Movement for this Moment?:  Watch / Listen-Podcast:  Episode, Full Conversation•  Antitrust Action with Stacy Mitchell & Matt Stoller: A Bipartisan Battle Against Monopoly Power: Watch / Listen-Podcast:  Episode, Full ConversationRelated Articles and Resources:• Trumponomics Podcast, hosted by Stephanie Flanders, Bloomberg•  Reaganomics and its supply-side ideology are still failing us, Opinion by Michael Miles, April 25,2025, Cleveland•  Now is the time for a bold new UK-EU relationship, commentary by Hugo Dixon, April 7, 2025, Reuters Watch the episode released on our YouTube channel April 25th 5pm ET;  PBS World Channel April 27th, and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings) and airing on community radio & available as a podcast April 30th, and the podcast of the full uncut conversation released April 25th. Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Gina Kim, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Episode Summary: In this solo episode of the ChatGPT Experiment podcast, host Cary Weston reflects on the feedback he's been receiving from listeners. He shares common themes around how people are using ChatGPT, what they're struggling with, and how it's helping them feel more organized and less overwhelmed. Cary also talks about his personal experiences using ChatGPT while on vacation and announces some exciting upcoming projects like the "ChatGPT Curiosity Club" and a new guide titled From Overwhelm to Organized. This episode is all about community, feedback, and practical ways to make ChatGPT a helpful part of your daily life. 3 Key Takeaways: You're Not Alone: Many people are feeling overwhelmed and are using ChatGPT to get more organized, plan better, and feel more in control of their day-to-day lives. Talk to ChatGPT Like a Human: Cary emphasizes treating ChatGPT like an "amazing intern," giving it clear instructions and narrowing the focus for better results. Exciting New Resources Are Coming: Cary is launching the ChatGPT Curiosity Club and a new guide designed to help busy professionals use ChatGPT to manage their week more effectively. About Cary Weston: Cary Weston is the host of the ChatGPT Experiment podcast. A marketing agency owner and a passionate educator on practical AI use, Cary helps curious individuals and businesses discover simple, effective ways to use ChatGPT to add value in their professional and personal lives. Whether it's through one-on-one training, workshops, or his podcast, Cary's approach is all about making technology feel accessible, practical, and easy to use. Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear”.

Synopsis:  On this month's “Meet the BIPOC Press,” award-winning journalists Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika lay out the constitutional crisis before us and ask what the media's role is in this moment.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description:  In the US today, immigrants, students, visitors and even U.S. residents — are facing exclusion, militarization, detention, rendition, and elimination of basic due process rights. Are our media doing enough to sound the alarm? In recent weeks, the government has detained students like Mahmoud Khalil, Rümeysa Öztürk and Mohsen Mahdawi, apparently over their support for Palestine. Kilmar Abrego Garcia, a Maryland man who was wrongfully exported to El Salvador, is being held at the notorious CECOT mega prison. We've also seen widespread ICE operations, random visas revoked and ideologically-driven attacks on the funding and functioning of our institutions of higher education. Our guests on this month's Meet the BIPOC Press live and work at the intersection of these issues: Maria Hinojosa is the co-anchor and Executive Producer of Latino USA, and producer of the Pulitzer-prize winning podcast, Suave — which is just out with a second season. She is a Distinguished Journalist-in-Residence at Barnard College. Chenjerai Kumanyika is a Peabody Award-winner, creator and co-host of Uncivil, and creator and host of the podcast series Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPD. He is also an Assistant Professor of Journalism at New York University. As the Republican regime moves towards authoritarianism, will the media stand for democracy before it's too late?“What's being taken advantage of in this moment is the painting of a picture of people who are, to use that 1990s term, ‘super predators,' therefore, they deserve nothing, no due process. It's not true. But if you only consume media that is coming from the Trump administration, you are convinced that all of these people who are being taken out of the country are terrifying.” - Maria HinojosaGuests:•  Maria Hinojosa: Pulitzer-Prize Winning Journalist & Founder, Futuro Media; Distinguished Journalist-in-Residence, Barnard College.•  Chenjerai Kumanyika: Peabody-Prize Winning Audio Journalist, Uncivil & Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPD; Assistant Professor Journalism, NYU Music Credit: “Present Past” by Mark De Clive Lowe from his album Past Present (tones poems across time) released on BBE Records..  "Steppin" by Podington Bear. And original sound production and design by Jeannie Hopper. RESOURCES:Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Full Episode Notes are located HERE.*Recommended book:“Once I Was You” by Maria Hinojosa  *Get the Book(*Bookshop is an online bookstore with a mission to financially support local, independent bookstores. The LF Show is an affiliate of bookshop.org and will receive a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.)Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:BIPOC Press for the People: Bursting the Corporate Media Bubble: Watch / Podcasts-Listen: Episode•  Crime & Migration: An Abolitionist Plan for Immigration Justice: Watch / Listen: Episode•  Not Wanted at Harvard? BIPOC Media on Claudine Gay, Anti-Zionism & Diversity in Education:  Watch / Podcast-Listen: Episode and Full Uncut Conversation   Related Articles and Resources:• Universities are scared of Trump.  Princeton spoke out - and others should join us. By the Daily Princetonian Editorial Board, March 19, 2025, Daily Princetonian•  Ice director wants to run deportations like ‘Amazon Prime for human beings', by Marina Dunbar, April 9, 2025, The Guardian•  AP wins access to White House events after judge rules government can't bar its journalists, by David Bauder, Associated Press, PBS News•  The Conservative Activist Pushing Trump to Attack U.S. Colleges, by The Daily podcast of the New York Times Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Gina Kim, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Cary dives into how he's using ChatGPT not just as a business tool, but as a personal assistant—something he's calling his “second brain.” Inspired by a listener named Jessica, he talks about using ChatGPT's memory to create weekly accountability check-ins, organize thoughts, prompt productivity, and even uncover personal blind spots. Whether you're new to ChatGPT or a curious user trying to level up, this episode is packed with tangible takeaways and free resources designed to help you integrate ChatGPT into your everyday life and work. 3 KEY TAKEAWAYS ChatGPT as Your Second Brain: Cary explains how he's using ChatGPT to hold weekly “check-ins” that act like personal accountability sessions—reviewing goals, reflecting on meetings, and even remembering to follow up on specific thoughts or conversations. The Power of Prompting: Listeners can grab a free download from ChatGPTExperiment.com that includes prompts for building a voice style, writing authentically, creating content, and more. Cary walks through exactly what's included—spoiler: it's a lot. Ask About Your Blind Spots: Cary shares a bold move—asking ChatGPT what it sees as his top five blind spots—and how that insight is helping him grow personally and professionally. ABOUT CARY WESTON Cary is a certified marketing coach, business owner, and the host of The ChatGPT Experiment podcast. He's known for making AI tools feel practical, accessible, and actually useful. Whether he's leading presentations for standing-room-only crowds or running one-on-one training sessions, Cary's goal is simple: help people get curious, get confident, and get results using ChatGPT. Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear.

In this jam-packed show, Kelley Franco covers everything you need to know about MLB in 30 minutes. We talk about the first-place Mets, and how Soto is slow to launch but will likely prove the doubters wrong; how Baty or Acuna will be demoted after McNeil's return; and who will play centerfield in Siri's absence. We also talk about the first-place Yankees, how Aaron Judge is on fire but so is Ben Rice - who is blooming as a power hitter. We'll also talk about Luis Gil's recent setback and where the Yankee rotation stands. Then we take a look at the powerful NL West and how the Padres and Giants have been able to surprise us. We talk about how and why the Orioles and Braves are off to slow starts. We take a 2-minute tax lesson from Kelley, who explains why ballplayers have to pay tax in every state they play in. And we wind it up with how the 2026 World Baseball Classic is looking, and the team captains whose names you will know, and how they will help recruits. And of course…what's good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear

From "Bloody Sunday" to Modern Activism: Civil Rights Leaders Reflect on LegacyThis show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Description: 60 years ago in Selma, Alabama, state troopers beat peaceful protesters bloody on the Edmund Pettus Bridge as they marched for civil rights. The horror of “Bloody Sunday” and the resilience of the Civil Rights Movement ultimately led to the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act and many of the landmark achievements that are now directly under attack. As civil rights activists look to history to understand — and prepare for — the present, Laura walks the Bridge and talks with, among others, Sheyann Webb Christburg, who marched at the age of eight, Black Voters Matter co-founders LaTosha Brown and Clifford Albright; law professor and author Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw and Maya Wiley, President and CEO of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights. What does people power look like today? Plus, a commentary from Laura on name calling then and now.“We're not going to phone bank our way out of this. We're not going to text our way out of this. And in truth, we're not even going to vote our way out of this . . . It's going to take revisiting some of the same strategies that we saw here in Selma, in terms of nonviolent civil disobedience and direct action.” - Clifford Albright“When we see and hear and think about fascism, we think about anti-democratic movements in Europe. We think about the Holocaust . . . But for Black people, as Langston Hughes said, you don't have to explain to us what fascism is. We experienced it. That is what we were fighting, for the 60, 70 years after Reconstruction was overthrown.” - Kimberlé CrenshawGuests:• Clifford Albright: Co-Founder & Executive Director, Black Voters Matter• Willard and Kiba Armstead: Veteran & Spouse• Trayvon Bossa: Sigma Chapter Member, Miles College Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity• LaTosha Brown: Co-Founder, Black Voters Matter• Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw: Co-Founder & Executive Director, African American Policy Forum; Host of the Intersectionality Matters! Podcast• Noelle Damico: Director of Social Justice, The Workers Circle• Melinda Hicks: Military Family• Jaribu Hill: Executive Director & Founder, Mississippi Workers' Center for Human Rights• Myla Person: Jack and Jill Club, Columbus, Georgia• Ann Toback: CEO, The Workers Circle• Sheyann Webb-Christburg: Youngest Participant,1965 Bloody Sunday March• Maya Wiley: President & CEO, Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music Credit:  "Tremole" "Jagged" "Thrum of Soil" & "Dawn Summit" by Blue Dot Sessions from the album Empty Outpost.  "Steppin" by Podington Bear. And original sound production and design by Jeannie Hopper.Podcast Endorsement:  Intersectionality Matters! Podcast Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Rep. John Lewis on Making Justice from Selma to the Present, Watch•  Kimberlé Crenshaw & Soledad O'Brien Call Out the Media on Critical Race Theory, Watch / Listen / Download Podcast•  Reporting on Policing at the Polls & BIPOC Voter Suppression in 2024, Watch / Listen/Download Podcast:  Full Uncut Conversation and Episode• Deciding the Fate of Democracy in North Carolina, Watch / Download Podcast •  The Georgia Way:  Strategies that Work for Winning Elections, Watch / Listen/Download Podcast:  Full Uncut Conversation and Episode Related Articles and Resources:•  Anniversary of ‘Bloody Sunday' Marks Continued Fight for Voting Rights, by Temi Adeoye, March 24, 2025, ACLU•  U.S. Civil Rights Trail, Learn More• United State of Amnesia, The Real History of Critical Race Theory, Hosted by Kimberlé Crenshaw Podcast Mini Series•  Documentary Trailer:  “Love, Joy, and Power: Tools for Liberation” follows Cliff Albright and LaTosha Brown as they reshape American democracy. As founders of Black Voters Matter Fund, they didn't just flip Georgia in 2020 - they sparked a movement that's still growing. April 8, 2025, Watch Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Episode Summary: In this solo episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, host Cary Weston shares a personal and exploratory dive into ChatGPT's growing memory capabilities. Inspired by a LinkedIn post, Cary experiments with using ChatGPT as an accountability and collaboration partner—an idea that feels especially relevant since becoming a one-person business after two decades of co-running an ad agency. He walks listeners through how he asked ChatGPT what it knows about him, how he corrected and added information, and ultimately, how he's testing its ability to proactively check in with him every Monday using a custom agenda. This episode is packed with real talk about habits, self-reflection, and the emotional side of working solo—all through the lens of AI-assisted growth. 3 Key Takeaways: ChatGPT's memory can be used to build a personal, proactive accountability partner—Cary demonstrates how feeding it detailed information allows it to better serve ongoing needs. Asking ChatGPT “What do you know about me personally and professionally?” is a great first step to understanding and shaping how the tool perceives you. Even solo professionals can simulate the benefits of a business partner by using AI to fill gaps in collaboration, accountability, and personal growth.   Cary offers customized one-on-one ChatGPT training in 60 minute sessions. Find out more information on the sessions, answers to frequent questions, and how to register at www.ChatGPTExperiment.com +++++++++ CONNECT WITH CARY ChatGPT Podcast Website: www.ChatGPTExperiment.com Marketing Podcast: www.PracticalMarketingShow.com Cary's Agency Website: www.CMWeston.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/caryweston LINKEDIN NEWSLETTER The Chat GPT Experiment is also a LinkedIn Newsletter and you can find it here: https://www.linkedin.com/newsletters/the-chat-gpt-experiment-7110348839919702016/ MUSIC CREDITS The instrumental music used in this podcast is called “Curious” by Podington Bear”.

Bernie Sanders Calls for a Democratic Revolution: Explore Insights from His Exclusive Vegas Interview with Laura Flanders on his Fighting Oligarchy tour—Why This Message Resonates with Activists Across America.This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Description:  Can the Democratic party reinvent itself? In this exclusive one-on-one interview with Bernie Sanders, recorded during the Senator's “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, he sits down with Laura Flanders in Las Vegas to discuss what he hopes people will take away from his rallies, and how we can all push back against oligarchy. Sanders' message is especially resonating with Americans in this moment, as record-breaking crowds turn out for his tour — with many first-time activists in the audience. What is driving this phenomenon? Laura Flanders & Friends hit the road to find out, and traveled from Kenosha to Warren and Las Vegas. Along the tour, Flanders spoke with veterans, retirees and many concerned citizens. She also caught speeches from Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, United Auto Workers President Shawn Fain, and sat in on a town hall meeting with Nevada Congresswoman Dina Titus. Will 2025 turn out to be the year that Americans remake democracy?Guests:• Jacqueline Davania-Williamson: Resident, Las Vegas, Nevada• Terrence Deuel: Veteran, U.S. Army• Thomas Dyer & Pam West: Retirees• Dr. Abdul El-Sayed: Health Director, Wayne County, Michigan• Shawn Fain: President, United Auto Workers (UAW)• Danielle & Jordan Lovik: Residents, Salt Lake City, Utah • Sandra & Raymond Martinez: Applicant & Social Security Recipient• Donavan McKinney: U.S. Representative (MI-11)• Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez: U.S. Representative (NY-14)• Bernie Sanders: U.S. Senator (VT); Fighting Oligarchy Tour• Dina Titus: U.S. Representative (NV-1) Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music Credit:  “Live For You" by Thee Sacred Souls from their album Got a Story to Tell courtesy of Daptone Records..  "Steppin", "All The Ways" & "Electric Car" by Podington Bear. And original sound production and design by Jeannie Hopper.*Recommended book:“It's OK to Be Angry About Capitalism” by Bernie Sanders, *Get the Book(*Bookshop is an online bookstore with a mission to financially support local, independent bookstores. The LF Show is an affiliate of bookshop.org and will receive a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.)Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  The People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin's Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power Grab: Watch  / Download the Podcast:  Episode and Full Conversation• AOC & Noam Chomsky: The Way Forward: Watch / Download the Podcast:  Episode and Full Conversation• Barbara Lee & Lateefah Simon: The Trailblazing Congresswomen of CA's 12th District: Watch / Download the Podcast: Episode and Full ConversationRelated Articles and Resources:•. As Thousands Attend His ‘Stop Oligarchy Tour' Rallies, Bernie Sanders Becomes a Face of the anti-Trump Resistance, by Steve Peoples, Associated Press•. Bernie Sanders Has Been Warning About Oligarchy for Years. People Are Finally Listening.  By Tim Murphy, March 25, 2025, Mother Jones•. Bernie Sanders rallies in Kenosha, calls for action against billionaire influence, by Heather Asiyanbi, March 8th, 2025, Racine County Eye Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

In this tremendous first show of the 2025 baseball season, Kelley Franco covers all the hot MLB news in about 20 minutes. We talk about the Mets, and how Alonso is reminding fans who he is. We also talk Baty and Vientos, and how guys like Torrens are making a difference. We talk Yankees and their home run barrage, who is stepping up, and whether Volpe is turning into a slugger. We cover the Torpedo bats and more – and what could be the next frontier in bat design - has AI come to MLB? Then we will tour MLB so you know what's happening around the league, including the powerful NL West, the flurry of extensions happening all over baseball, and if you are a panicker, we'll tell you which teams are worth panicking over. Then we talk about the GQ spread for baseball's most famous – and young – power couple. And of course…what's good to eat while watching the ballgame.*Music by Podington Bear

Join Lateefah Simon and Barbara Lee as they explore the significance of African American women in politics and their shared commitment to social justice and representation.This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Description: If anyone can inspire the public about the role of the minority in Congress, the women of California's 12th district can. In this charming conversation, newly-elected Democrat, Lateefah Simon, joins the indomitable veteran Barbara Lee, whose congressional seat Simon will be taking when the new Congress convenes. Republicans will control the House and Senate, the White House, and dominate the Supreme Court, but Simon says she's fired up to “fight for what we've fought for” in the areas of reproductive rights, low and middle-income housing, public safety, immigration and more. And that's no wonder. Simon's following Lee — whose historic 26-year career in the legislature included often being in the minority, and once standing alone against granting the president unlimited war powers after 9/11. Like Lee, Simon began her activism as a single mother at Mills College, and that's not all they have in common. Lee says Simon's already made her proud. This episode will delight everyone interested in the role of African American women in politics, or how legacies are built and power is passed on. All that, plus a commentary from Laura on how not to stay tired.Guests:• Barbara Lee, Congresswoman, California 12th District• Lateefah Simon, Congresswoman-Elect, California 12th District Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music Credit:  “Be Love” by the Alexis P. Super Band.  "Steppin" by Podington Bear. And original sound production and design by Jeannie Hopper.*Recommended book:•  “Shirley Chisholm: The Last Interview: And Other Conversations” with an Introduction by Barbara Lee,  Learn More Here(*Bookshop is an online bookstore with a mission to financially support local, independent bookstores. The LF Show is an affiliate of bookshop.org and will receive a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.) Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• Transportation is a Human Right. Watch /  Download Podcast• To Save The Progressives: U.S. Reps Pramila Jayapal, Mark Pocan, Barbara Lee, Yvette Clark. Watch Related Articles and Resources:• Lateefah Simon, on Track to Be a New house Dem: “I've Never Shied Away From Any Fight”, by Samantha Michaels, November 6, 2024, Mother Jones•  Shirley Chisolm's Legacy Still Looms Large, Time Magazine•  ‘The point is to be there for the fight':  incoming congresswoman arrives in D.C., Erika Ryan, Ari Shapiro, Patrick Jarenwattananon, November 25, 2024, NPR   Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

From massive storms to green future vision: Laura and Elizabeth Streb explore South Australia's rapid shift from fossil fuels and the inspiring actions of local festivals and government leaders.This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!South Australia has become a global leader in green energy transition, getting off fossil fuels faster, and to a greater extent than almost any other country. How did they do it, and what can we learn from them? In this special report, Laura goes Down Under with her partner, Elizabeth Streb, and her extreme dance company, and discovers how the region's culture and its many world-class festivals have helped pave the way for transformation. Helping to unpack it all is a range of impressive guests, including Susan Close, deputy premier of South Australia; Anoté Tong, the former President of the Micronesian island, the Republic of Kiribati; Ruth Mackenzie, former Artistic Director of the Adelaide Festival, now Program Director of Arts, Culture and Creative Industries Policy within the South Australia state government; Rob Brookman, the co-founder of WOMADelaide, the capital's premier outdoor festival; MacArthur “Genius” Award winner, Elizabeth Streb and the action heroes of her company STREB — and a WHALE. As you'll hear, it's taken politics, policy, science and culture to shift public practice in this extreme-weather-vulnerable area. Over the last decade, South Australia has faced massive storms, brush fires, and extreme heat that have put people, wildlife, and even the festival at risk. Now South Australia is leading the way and using art to help people envision a green future, but they can't solve the climate crisis alone. In this Climate Week special, we ask, how can the rest of the world follow suit?“I'd say that WOMADelaide is creating a tiny version of the planet as you would like it to be . . . If you've listened to music from Iraq or if you've listened to music from Vietnam, or if you've listened to music from Palestine and Israel, it's more difficult to say those people, we don't understand them, so we can't deal with who they are.” - Rob Brookman, Director, WOMADelaide Foundation“We don't get exempted from climate change because we've got a green electricity grid . . . It is globally caused and has to be globally solved. So part of what we do is not to boast about what we've done, but to hope that our leadership will show others that you too can do this. Come and learn from us.” - Susan Close, Deputy Premier, South Australia“We've got the arguments, we can tell you the facts, but people don't feel it . . . [Artists] reach into your head, into your heart, they dig in and then they motivate you to action. And of course if you can also motivate the artist in every single child in South Australia, then we really have a force to change the world.” - Ruth Mackenzie, Program Director Arts, Culture & Creative Industries Policy, South Australia Government“For the [Adelaide] festival to go to young people and be like, ‘Hey, we want to hear from you. We want you to be a part of this. What works do you want to see? What works do you want to make and what do you want them to be about?', is something that doesn't happen very often . . . Hopefully it'll mean we can get more people involved.” - Caitlin Moore, Artist, Activist“The science doesn't seem to be making an impact no matter how precise. Maybe the hard facts of science do not ring a bell as much as the emotional language of the arts . . . Maybe the arts can put it in a way that it touches the hearts of your political leadership.” - President Anoté Tong, Former President, Republic of KiribatiGuests:• Rob Brookman: Co-Founder, WOMADelaide; Director, WOMADelaide Foundation• Susan Close: Deputy Premier, South Australia• Cassandre Joseph: STREB Co-Artistic Director & Action Hero• Ruth Mackenzie: Former Artistic Director, Adelaide Festival; Program Director Arts, Culture & Creative Industries Policy, South Australia Government• Caitlin Moore: Director of Create4Adelaide, Adelaide Festival• Elizabeth Streb: STREB Founder, Co-Artistic Director & Choreographer• Anoté Tong: Former President, Republic of Kiribati• Bart Van Peel: Chief Navigating Officer, Captain Boomer Collective Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country  Music Credit:  "Steppin" & "Curious Jungle" by Podington Bear. And original sound production and design by Jeannie Hopper.Recommended book:Undrowned: Black Feminist Lessons from Marine Mammals” by Alexis Pauline Gumbs, *Get the Book Here(*Bookshop is an online bookstore with a mission to financially support local, independent bookstores. The LF Show is an affiliate of bookshop.org and will receive a small commission if you click through and make a purchase.)Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•. Jubilee Justice Regenerative Farming: Tackling Racism with Rice. Watch / Listen•. Survival Guide for Humans Learned from Marine Mammals with Alexis Pauline Gumbs, Watch / ListenThe Future of Energy is Indigenous (and it won't involve pipelines!), Watch / ListenRelated Articles and Resources:•  South Australia's stunning renewable energy transition, and what comes next, by Giles Parkinson, RenewEconomy.com. Read Here•  Urban Ecology and Christie Walk setting the pace for low carbon urban precincts, by Carbon Neutral Adelaide• Extreme weather is wreaking havoc on Australian music festivals. Can they survive? By Nell Geraets, The Sidney Morning Herald, Read Here•  Playlist of Adelaide's sustainability efforts on Youtube, Watch HereFull Episode Notes are located HERE. They include related episodes, articles, and more.   Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. 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In this solo episode of The ChatGPT Experiment, host Cary Weston shares personal updates, answers a listener question, and dives into two powerful tools within ChatGPT: Deep Research and a Custom GPT for Ideal Customers. Cary explores how these tools can help users level up their research, marketing, and customer engagement efforts. From understanding industry trends for a presentation to building a virtual focus group, Cary walks through real-world applications in a casual, relatable way.   Top 3 Takeaways: Deep Research is a game-changer: The new tool in ChatGPT (available with the paid version) acts like a research assistant, pulling live data and citing sources—perfect for preparing for important meetings, pitches, or presentations. Custom GPT for Ideal Customers: Cary explains how to create a custom GPT that thinks and reacts like your best-fit customer—ideal for marketing, nonprofit outreach, or client-facing communications. Preparation = Power: Whether it's a sales pitch or a keynote, Cary reminds us that using tools like Deep Research is like practicing for a "$10,000 putt"—you don't want to just show up unprepared.   About Cary Weston Cary Weston is a marketing strategist, agency owner, and the host of The ChatGPT Experiment. With a knack for breaking down tech tools into practical uses, Cary helps business owners, marketers, and nonprofits make ChatGPT work for them. Whether he's running client workshops, recording episodes from his truck, or geeking out on prompts, Cary's goal is to make ChatGPT feel less intimidating and way more useful. Are you ready to use ChatGPT to be more productive and efficient in your work? Check out Cary's customized, interactive workshops:

In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, it's a spring training wrap up for the New York teams and then a tour around MLB. First we take a look at the Yankees' rotation and who the wild cards are who have to come up big. Then we discuss Austin Wells hitting leadoff – the pros and cons, and how it's worked in spring training so far. We talk about the Mets and how their infield looks with McNeil out for a few weeks and the young guns who will be stepping in. We examine the superpower of Lindor, Alonso and Soto that no one talks about. How about Edwin Diaz – can he ever repeat 2022 given his low spring velocity? And then we talk about how the Mets can plan to depose the Dodgers this October. We also get outside the New York Bubble – and look at the Dodgers in Japan and how it reflects MLB's global growth, the Rays stadium debacle, and Ron Washington going even more old school on the Angels' players. And of course, we take a look at what's good to eat while you are watching your very last spring training games – and a delicious secret weapon for Lent (for the Catholic contingent!).*Music by Podington Bear

Explore the timely insights from activist Dean Spade on how reshaping our personal connections can bolster our fight for justice, as featured in his latest book, "Love in a F*cked Up World."This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Description:  In a time of climate catastrophe, genocide, mass incarceration and political turmoil, people need to work together – better! That's why lifelong activist Dean Spade has written “Love in a F*ed Up World: How to Build Relationships, Hook Up, and Raise Hell, Together”. Which tools can help people and social justice movements face conflict and emerge stronger (rather than weaker)? Which stories do we tell ourselves that aren't helping us think — or act — in our best interest? In this timely conversation, Spade shares tips on how we might get our interpersonal houses in order so that we're better equipped to show up for others and the causes we care about. Spade is a lawyer, educator, and author of “Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (and the Next)”, and “Normal Life: Administrative Violence, Critical Trans Politics and the Limits of the Law”. He's the director of “Pinkwashing Exposed: Seattle Fights Back!”, and in 2002 he founded the Sylvia Rivera Law Project in New York City, a law collective that provides free legal services to trans and gender non-conforming people who are low income and/or people of color. He has useful things to say about romance too, which are worth bearing in mind, as the Valentine's marketing crush hits, as Laura reflects in her commentary.“. . . Most of us are taking in all the bad news by ourselves through a screen . . . One of the best things we can do to support our own wellbeing through the overwhelm is be with others, joining any kind of project in our communities, a creative project, a mutual aid project . . .” - Dean Spade“The typical self-help genre is very focused on the individual. It doesn't contextualize the kinds of suffering that everyone's going through in a broader feminist analysis, anti-capitalist analysis, anti-racist analysis . . . If we understand that our individual suffering is a bunch of bigger scripts, . . . it can be a little bit freeing.” - Dean Spade Guest:  Dean Spade: Author, Love In A F*ed-Up World: How To Build Relationships, Hook Up, And Raise Hell Together & Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (and the Next) This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music In the Middle:  “We are Rising” by activist, singer and songwriter, Taína Asili.  She created the song for One Billion Rising's 2020 global campaign..  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• The New Transgender Movement: Race, Poverty, Gender, Policing, and Pinkwashing, Watch​​•  Emergent Strategies for Abolition: Andrea J. Ritchie's Toolkit for Activists: Watch / Download Podcast•  Mariame Kaba: Rooting Out Our Culture of Harm: Watch / Download Podcast: Episode & Full Uncut Conversation•  adrienne maree brown: Pleasure Activism and Black Women's Legacy of Joy, Watch (06:58) / Download Podcast:  Full Uncut Conversation (37:20) Related Articles and Resources:•  Our Best Option for Defending Ourselves From Trump's Second Term Is Each Other, by Dean Spade, November 12, 2024, TruthOut• Checking in with Dean Spade (ep181), December 9, 2024, Gender Reveal Podcast•. “The Mask Is Off:”  Dean Spade and Susan Stryker on Trans Resistance in Trump's America, by Them, December 18, 2024, Them.us Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh shares how you can plan your fertility future, and create the family you dream of. Learn about your fertility options at any age, and #GetaheadofInfertility In this episode, you'll learn: - how to plan your fertility future - when you are most fertile, and how to plan knowing you have a finite number of eggs - how humans a different than bunnies in ovulation - the average amount of time that it takes a human to get pregnant - how and why abnormal pregnancies occur - about egg freezing and IVF options - discover how your egg viability goes down over time - learn about how to plan for your best chances for a pregnancy You can tune in to this episode on Dr. Aimee's website here. Would you like to learn more about The TUSHY Method?Click here to join Dr. Aimee for The TUSHY Method Class. Dr. Aimee will share all about the five tests you need to do to get a fertility diagnosis. There will be time to ask her your questions live on Zoom. Subscribe to my YouTube channel for more fertility tips! Join Egg Whisperer School Checkout the podcast Subscribe to the newsletter to get updates   Dr. Aimee Eyvazzadeh is one of America's most well known fertility doctors. Her success rate at baby-making is what gives future parents hope when all hope is lost. She pioneered the TUSHY Method and BALLS Method to decrease your time to pregnancy. Learn more about the TUSHY Method and find a wealth of fertility resources at www.draimee.org. If you listen closely, you may hear the faint sound of "Light Touch" by Podington Bear in the background. You can find out more about this music here:  http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Podington_Bear/Thoughtful/LightTouch

In this episode, Cary dives into a potentially controversial topic—using ChatGPT for personal advice. Cary emphasizes that ChatGPT should be seen as a tool, not a replacement for professionals, and shares real-world scenarios where it can help with personal counseling, legal understanding, and financial planning. 3 Key Takeaways: ChatGPT as a Thinking Partner: It can help process thoughts, analyze situations, and provide alternative perspectives—but it's not a substitute for a licensed professional. Understanding Legal and Financial Concepts: While it can't offer legal or financial advice, ChatGPT can break down complex terms and help users prepare for conversations with experts. Using It Responsibly: Be mindful of privacy and avoid sharing sensitive personal or financial data when using ChatGPT for guidance. Are you ready to use ChatGPT to be more productive and efficient in your work? Check out Cary's customized, interactive workshops:

In this solo episode, host Cary Weston shares his top ChatGPT advice—the tips and principles that consistently get the best reactions in his group presentations and one-on-one coaching. These aren't just specific tactics or prompts, but evergreen strategies to help beginners get the most out of ChatGPT. Cary breaks down the mindset shift needed to use ChatGPT effectively and offers practical ways to refine your prompts and interactions for better results. 3 Key Takeaways Just Talk to It – Treat ChatGPT like a conversation, not just a software tool. The more naturally and comfortably you communicate, the better the responses. Treat It Like an Intern – ChatGPT isn't a mind-reader; it needs direction. The more context and detail you provide, the better the output. Have It Ask You Questions – Instead of assuming you've given enough info, tell ChatGPT to ask you clarifying questions. This helps refine responses and improves accuracy. Final Thought One of Cary's favorite ChatGPT prompts? “Tell me more.” It's a simple way to unlock deeper insights and get richer responses. Are you ready to use ChatGPT to be more productive and efficient in your work? Check out Cary's customized, interactive workshops:

In this episode, Cary Weston explores what he calls the "empathetic position" and how it plays a crucial role in writing, problem-solving, and even workplace interactions when using ChatGPT. He shares how taking a step back to consider the audience's perspective—or the perspective of another person in a situation—can lead to better writing, clearer communication, and more effective decision-making. Key Takeaways: Writing with Empathy: Instead of just dumping information, use ChatGPT to analyze the audience's needs, questions, and expectations to make content more valuable. Problem-Solving Through Perspective: ChatGPT can act as a sounding board to help understand another person's motivations, concerns, or potential responses in a situation. Role-Playing for Real-World Scenarios: Whether dealing with employees, customers, or personal relationships, using ChatGPT to simulate conversations can help prepare for challenges and navigate difficult discussions. Are you ready to use ChatGPT to be more productive and efficient in your work? Check out Cary's customized, interactive workshops:

In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we check in on our favorite New York teams. First we take a look at the Yankees' big spring training injuries: LeMahieu, Stanton, and Gil and now possibly Gerrit Cole, and how they should cope with each of them. We discuss the Mets' strong offensive offseason, but take a look at their possible Achilles heel – their starting rotation. We also take a quick look at Edwin Diaz's contract and his right to opt out at the end of the season. We get out of the New York bubble and look at the Red Sox outstanding offseason and whether the Yankees-Red Sox rivalry could make a comeback. Kelley flexes her legal muscles and explains the Orioles-Nationals dispute over broadcast rights and MASN, and how it got resolved. And of course, we take a look at what's good to eat while you are watching the spring training ballgame – even if you're watching from Mexico!*Music by Podington Bear

Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin outlines his strategy to hold the executive branch accountable and shares his concerns about Trump and Musk's actions in a candid conversation.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Amidst a hail of executive orders, lay-offs, and threats, Americans are witnessing both early compliance by some of the most powerful institutions in the country, and early resistance, in the courts, in workplaces and in the streets. So where is Congress? In this extended one-on-one interview with Maryland Congressman, Jamie Raskin, the ranking member of the House judiciary committee, lays out his plans for exerting oversight of the executive branch, and describes the Constitutional limits Trump and Musk are running up against. Raskin served on the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol back in 2021 and managed the second impeachment inquiry into Donald Trump. Drawing on history, and even the work of his father, political activist Marcus Raskin, Jamie Raskin says he's “. . . ready to lead Democrats in our front-line defense of democracy and freedom." Plus, a commentary from Laura on art and courage.Guest:  Jamie Raskin, Congressman Maryland's 8th Congressional District; Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, Oversight of the Executive BranchWatch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  “Oh Lord” produced by Groove Junkies and Apex Prey, featuring Indeya & Reverend Murrell Garr courtesy of More House Records.  And additional music included- "Steppin" by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•. Corporate Prison Reform Will Not Keep Us Safe: A Report from Los Angeles: Watch / Listen- Podcast Episode•. Black Journalists on Police Violence: Reporting from the Ground Up: Watch / Listen: Podcast Episode and Full Uncut Conversation  •. Emergent Strategies for Abolition: Andrea J. Ritchie's Toolkit for Activists: Watch / Listen- Podcast EpisodeRelated Articles and Resources:•. A Top Democrat Speaks Out on How the Party Will Fight Trump, by Eugene Daniels, February 15, 2025, Politico• Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Judiciary, Jamie Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Trump's Lawless, Pro-Corruption Agenda for the Justice Department. February 25, 2025, Democrat House Committee on the Judiciary•  Raskin:  ‘I'm with Steve Bannon and Laura Loomer' and others saying ‘Watch Elon Musk' by Ashleigh Fields, February 4, 2025, The Hill•. Techno-Fascism Comes to America:  The historic parallels that help explain Elon Musk's rampage on the federal government, by Kyle Chayka, Infinite Scroll Columnist, February 26, 2025, The New Yorker•  Congressional Democrats denied entry to USAID building, by Andrew Solender, February 3, 2025, Axios Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

La Raza Database Research Project is bringing awareness to police violence against Latinos.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: You wouldn't know it from the data, but Latinos are the second most likely demographic to be killed by law enforcement in the U.S, relative to their population. We only have these statistics now thanks to the work of La Raza Database Research Project, a group of volunteers in Southern California who are bringing awareness to systematic police violence against the Latino population. They estimate that almost 6,500 Latinos have been killed by police between 2000 and 2022 – but the data has been missing until this moment. In this unusual installment of our monthly “Meet the BIPOC Press” series, Laura and Senior Producer Jeremiah Cothren sit down with LF&F Social Justice Reporting Fellow, Roberto Camacho, who interviewed members of the Research Project to figure out why Latinos are so frequently misrepresented. Camacho also spoke with the mother and sister of César Antonio Rodriguez, a young man tragically killed by the Long Beach Police Dept in 2017 and misidentified in police records. Camacho is a Chicano multimedia journalist focusing on criminal justice reform, immigration and Chicano/Latino issues. He originally reported on this story for Palabra.Guests:• Ivette Xochiyotl Boyzo: Research Project Manager, La Raza Database• Roberto Camacho: Journalist; Social Justice Reporting Fellow, Laura Flanders & Friends• Jeremiah Cothren (Co-host): Senior Producer, Laura Flanders & Friends• Jesus M. Garcia: Research Project Statistician & Demographer, La Raza Database• Rosa Moreno: Mother of César Rodriguez• Priscilla Rodriguez: Sister of César Rodriguez Watch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  “Rhythm of Your Dream” by Nation Beat from their album Archaic Humans released on Rope a Dope Records, Listen & Learn more.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Corporate Prison Reform Will Not Keep Us Safe: A Report from Los Angeles, Watch / Listen•  Black Journalists on Police Violence: Reporting from the Ground Up: Watch / Listen  •. Emergent Strategies for Abolition: Andrea J. Ritchie's Toolkit for Activists: Watch / ListenRelated Articles and Resources:• Project Looks to Unfold True Count of Nations Killed by Police, by Keith Mizuguchi, July 2, 2024, KQED•  La Raza Database Project Seeks a True Count of Latinos Killed by Police but Determingin identity Complicates Accurate Reporting, by Roberto Camacho, May 1, 2024, Palabra•  San Diego community demands more from law enforcement than non-binding policies to increase police accountability, by Roberto Camacho, June 9, 2022, Prism Reports  Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

The forest industry is booming in the American South, but communities like those in the Carolinas are raising concerns about the environmental and social costs. Discover their innovative solutions and what it means for sustainability.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Episode Description:  The forest industry in the American South is booming, but at what cost? According to some government leaders, logging is bringing big economic gains to rural America. But in places like the Carolinas, frontline communities – and especially the low-income people of color and Indigenous people who live in the midst of all this — are telling a different story, and have solutions. With Trump's increased tariffs on Canadian timber and wood products, deforestation is only going to speed up in America's “wood basket.” Two Carolina-based organizations are converting a 300-acre former South Carolina plantation into the South's first environmental justice training center: the Brittons Neck Community Forest. In this episode, Laura is joined by three guests spearheading the project. Lucia Ibarra and Danna Smith are from the Dogwood Alliance, an organization based in Asheville, North Carolina that mobilizes diverse voices to protect Southern forests and communities from destructive industrial logging. Reverend Leo Woodberry is a South Carolina-based faith leader & environmental activist. Together they're showing the true value of forests in the US South, and what it means to remain climate resilient in the face of heavy industry. Plus, a commentary from Laura on what trees can teach us about gender identity.“. . . We will start beginning to develop case studies and highlight it to policy makers . . . We are going to expand upon these other communities and create other pathways to justice in using this model. And this will help to build a foundation, to create equitable policy that elevates people, ecosystem, the value of them over the industries that are greenwashing . . . - Lucia Ibarra“. . . This project is something that we like to refer to as restorative justice. We know that people labored on this land in slavery without compensation, and so for them to have the land now and be able to use it for recreational activities, et cetera, can help them to create an engine of economic development . . . We see that as restorative justice . . .” - Reverend Leo Woodberry“. . . Too often there's this narrative about logging for economic development . . . We needed to show the alternative, and how you can keep forest standing in a community in a way that actually benefits the community. That it's good for climate, it's good for biodiversity, it's good for climate resiliency, and it's good for the local economy.” - Danna SmithGuests:• Lucia Ibarra: Director of Conservation, Dogwood Alliance• Danna Smith: Executive Director, Dogwood Alliance• Reverend Leo Woodberry: Pastor, Kingdom Living Temple & Executive Director, New Alpha Community Development CorporationWatch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  “Meditation align with Nature's Intelligence” by Divine Earth featuring Sirius B from her album Align with Nature's Intelligence released on Brownswood Recordings.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear.Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• Jubilee Justice Regenerative Farming: Tackling Racism with Rice: Watch / Podcast:  Episode & Related Commentary by Laura• Colette Pichon Battle on Climate Justice Reparations: Watch / Podcasts: Episode & Full Conversation• Climate Change Journalism: Moving Frontline Communities from the Sideline to the Center: Watch / Podcast:  EpisodeRelated Articles and Resources:•  Duties on Canadian lumber have helped U.S. production grow while B.C. towns suffer.  Now, Trump's tariffs loom, by Andrew Kurjata, November 7, 2024, CBC News• Deforestation in the US South Is Four Times Greater Than Logging in South American Rainforests, by Danna Smith & Leo Woodberry, Truth Out• Impacts of Wood Pellets in the US, by Dogwood Alliance•  Logging is destroying southern forests - and dividing US environmentalists, by Christopher Ketcham, June 29, 2022, Grist Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. 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Today's guest is Dr. Elisa Salas, representing the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) Pathology Informatics Committee! Join us to learn more about bioinformatics, big data, and the resources and learning materials available to ACVP members. Discover more about Dr. Salas's journey in pathology and the fascinating hobby she's been practicing since she was a kid. All this is in the upcoming episode of A Conversation in Veterinary Pathology - the A.C.V.P. Podcast. Now, let's get to the conversation!  ____ More Information on Certifying Examination Phase II Charles and Sharron Capen Scholarship in Experimental Veterinary Pathology Past ACVP Webinars  Dr. Salas's Instagram Page: Elisa Salas Quilts  ACVP Pathology Informatics Information Page ACVP Errors in Publications Portal   ACVP Social Media:  Facebook - ACVP Meetings and Topics Instagram - americancollegevetpath X (Twitter) - @ACVP  ____ Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License.  The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants' affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Episode Synopsis:  What is the fate of Craigsville, Virginia after a prison closed in the small, rural town?  We're envisioning the future of Craigsville and investigating how decarcerating the economy can become a win for all.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: What happens to a small town when a prison shuts down? The Augusta Correctional Center employed many residents and brought business to Craigsville, Virginia, a two square-mile, 900-person town located in the Shenandoah Valley. But when the prison closed in the summer of 2024 with minimal warning and no time for planning, Craigsville residents and the town's economy were hit hard. In this special report, Laura Flanders & Friends correspondents Chelsea Higgs Wise and Lewis Raven Wallace head to Craigsville to learn about how the town is struggling, possible solutions from locals, and the larger questions around our country's prison industrial complex. How can small, rural communities be supported in a sustainable transition away from a carceral economy? Join us as we envision the future of Craigsville and investigate how decarcerating the economy can become a win for all. Chelsea Higgs Wise is a community organizer based in Richmond, Virginia whose work focuses on empowering Black communities economically and educationally. She is co-founder and director of Marijuana Justice, a Black-led organization established to repair the harms of the drug war. Durham, North Carolina-based Lewis Raven Wallace is an independent journalist, author, and the Abolition Journalism Fellow at Interrupting Criminalization. Plus, a commentary from Laura on what could happen to the Augusta Correctional Center under the Trump administration.“At one point there were 43 institutions in the Virginia Departments of Corrections . . . That number has dramatically decreased as a result of measures put in place, such as incentive credits, the juvenile parole bill, and other pieces of legislation that helped sentencing.” - Sincere Allah“What I would say is that building these prisons has not changed communities. It hasn't helped people inside. It hasn't helped create all these amazing jobs . . . Instead of investing $1.5 billion in our prisons, parole, probation, what if that was invested in communities?” - Margaret Breslau“Augusta Correctional opened in 1985. Probably at least half of the population here was working over there at that time. And it boosted the community greatly . . , boosted the town operational costs also. Kind of devastating for them to leave.” - Richard L. Fox“There's a gorgeous gym in [the prison] that is just full of equipment that these young people could very much get something out of. There's a beautiful library in there. There's two ball fields there. There's plenty of office space. It could be turned into a lot of things.” - Tracy MartinCorrespondents:•  Lewis Raven Wallace: Journalist & Activist, Durham, North Carolina•  Chelsea Higgs Wise: Journalist & Policy Advocate, Richmond, VirginiaGuests:•  Sincere Allah: State Organizer, REFORM Alliance•  Margaret Breslau: Co-Founder, Virginia Prison Justice Network•  Pam L. Carter: Augusta County Board of Supervisors, Craigsville, Virginia•  Richard L. Fox: Mayor, Craigville, Virginia•  Tracy Martin: Fire Chief, Volunteer Fire Department, Craigsville Virginia•  Sandy Oscar Sprouse: Owner, Grandma's Busy Bee•  Fred Sprouse:  Superintendent of Maintenance, Craigsville, Virginia•  David Swink: Cattle & Hay Farmer, Craigsville, Virginia•  Catherine Moyers-Youell: Retired Teacher, Craigsville, Virginia•  Bill Youell: Retired Chemical Engineer, Craigsville, Virginia•  Claudette Wilcher: Pastor Bells Valley Worship Center, Craigsville, Virginia Watch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  "Steppin" , "Mont Blanc" "Hearts a Flutter" & "Tender & Curious" by Podington Bear.Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Big Pharma vs The People: The Fight To Save America's Largest Generic Drug Manufacturer, Watch / Podcast Episode•  The Defund Movement in 2024: Frontline Reporters Separate Myth from Reality, Watch / Podcast Episode•  Ask Angola Prison: What Difference Can a Play Make?, Watch / Podcast: Episode, Full Conversation•  Mariame Kaba: Rooting Out Our Culture of Harm, Watch / Podcast Related Articles and Resources:• Criminal Legal Reform:  Rehabilitation Over Incarceration, ACLU Virginia• Prison closes but hometown is open for business, by Sandy Hausman, June 13, 2024, Radio IQ, WVTF, Virginia's Public Radio•. Where people in prison come from:  The geography of mass incarceration in Virginia, by Emily Widra & Kenneth Gilliam, July 2022, Prison Policy Initiative• Mass Incarceration Trends, May 21, 2024, Sentencing Project•. Virginia Senate Passes REFORM Bill SB 936 in unanimous vote 40-0, February 4, 2025, Reform Alliance• Marijuana Justice Organization  Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. 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In this episode of Three Inning Fan the Podcast with Kelley Franco, she is joined again by MLB X personality NotGaetti. Together they talk about Pete Alonso's deal with the Mets, NotGaetti's perspective on Alonso as a player, and Kelley's insights as an attorney into the art of the negotiation of his contract. They discuss the Yankees' bleak options for third base and Brian Cashman's recent comments about Gleyber Torres. Then they talk about offseason spending which was sky high for the Dodgers but not prolific among other clubs, and the possible impacts on the owner/player relationship and the renegotiation of the next Collective Bargaining Agreement. They wrap up with some classic NotGaetti input on a player whose name we all know but we may not appreciate his significant contributions to the game of baseball. And of course we close with…what's good to eat while watching the Super Bowl.*Music by Podington Bear

Beyond the flames, L.A. communities face long-term challenges from gentrification and loss. Join our "Meet the BIPOC Press" panel as local journalists explore the environmental and social impacts of recent fires.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Episode Description:  In times of crisis, people need their questions answered, fast. As residents impacted by the recent Los Angeles fires return to their homes, are they receiving enough information about insurance and recovery dollars, or how to protect their health and wellbeing? At the time of this recording, the Pacific Palisades and the Eaton fires are still burning, with toxic air and water putting thousands at risk. On top of the immediate dangers, the loss of community and the threat of developers and gentrification will impact residents for years to come. How are the media reporting on communities dealing with this immeasurable loss and what is the path to recovery for the city? Kadia Tubman, Scripps News Disinformation Correspondent, returns to host our monthly “Meet the BIPOC Press” panel. Joining us from Los Angeles are two journalists to talk about the stories they're covering on the ground. Cerise Castle reports on civil rights, criminal justice and climate. She wrote a groundbreaking exposé of deputy gangs inside the L.A. County Sheriff's Department which we featured last year.  She is exploring the environmental impact the fires have had in communities such as Altadena. Jacqueline García is a Senior Reporter at CALÓ News, focused on immigration, politics and issues affecting the Latino population. She is covering inspiring organizing among day laborers and immigrants. We'll also see an excerpt from Castle's most recent report for Capital & Main. Join us to hear what local BIPOC reporters want outside media to hear, as they respond to the Los Angeles fires.“. . . I am glad to see that there has been a course correction by both local and national media to bring these stories to the forefront, not just talking about high-income earners in the Palisades that have lost million-dollar homes, but talking about the babysitters, the grocery shopkeepers, the renters that were living in apartments that lost everything in the Eaton fire.” - Cerise Castle“. . . [Immigrants are] using this phrase of “el pueblo salva al pueblo,” which is people helping people . . . They said that this is what they're showing, that immigrants are also coming to work and they're showing their efforts and their passion for the community, and they want it to go back to as normal as possible.” - Jacqueline GarcíaGuests:•  Cerise Castle: Journalist, Capital & Main•  Jacqueline García: Senior Reporter, CALÓ News•  Kadia Tubman: Disinformation Correspondent, Scripps News Watch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  “Babylon Flamenco” by Gaudi from his album Bass, Dub, Sweat & Tears courtesy of Six Degrees Records.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• The Defund Movement in 2024: Frontline Reporters Separate Myth from Reality: Watch / Audio Podcast•  Colette Pichon Battle on Climate Justice Reparations: Watch / Audio Podcast: Episode &/or Full Conversation•  BIPOC Media Answers the Call: Community Action After Hurricane Helene: Watch / Audio Podcast: Episode &/or Full Conversation   Related Articles and Resources:•  Day Laborers and Volunteers Clean After the Eaton Fire, by Jacqueline Garcia, January 10, 2025, CALÓ News•. Black Altadena Rebuilds after the Eaton Fire with Guidance from Octavia Butler, by Cerise Castle, January 24, 2025, Capital & Main•  Governor Newsom announces commitments from major lenders to provide firestorm survivors with mortgage relief, January 18, 2025 Gov.CA.Gov•  ‘It all ended in a second':  Thousands of low-income and immigrant workers lost jobs in LA fires, by Alejandra Reyes-Velarde and Jeannie Kuang, January 17, 2025, CAL MATTERS•  Wildfire Mutual Aid Spreadsheet Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Happy Groundhog Day! In celebration, we take a look at another one of God's great creatures, and the things it poops. Could cat poop coffee REALLY be good? -- Connect: www.privy-cast.com Social and Contact Links: linktr.ee/privycast Follow Hunter -- Give Thanks, Give Back: Wounded Warrior Project Living Water International -- Music:  Intro and Outro Derived from: "Barroom Ballet" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ - Transition Music: Big Blue by Podington Bear. www.podingtonbear.com Artist: Podington Bear -- Sources: https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dutch_East_Indies https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asian_palm_civet https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7396140/ https://www.thecivetproject.com/post/the-truth-behind-the-world-s-most-famous-coffee-civet-coffee https://www.vr-elibrary.de/doi/10.14220/trns.2022.1.2.73 https://www.thecivetproject.com/post/art-meets-science-in-the-human-coffee-room

This week's episode is Dr. Katherine Gibson-Corley. Dr. Gibson-Corley is a Pathology, Microbiology, and Immunology Professor at Vanderbilt University Medical Center. She is also the Associate Director of Comparative Pathology in the Division of Animal Care, and the Associate Director of Faculty Development in the Division of Comparative Medicine. Join us as we sat down with her at the 2023 ACVP/ASVCP Annual Meeting to learn more about her role in the American College of Veterinary Pathology (ACVP) Lifelong Learning Committee and how they develop and deliver content to members. We also hear about the environment in which Dr. Gibson-Corley learns best and the fun, animal-filled, non-pathology class that she teaches. Finally, we get a glimpse into Dr. Gibson-Corley's journey and life as a pathologist, including those in her life who have inspired her in her career. Let's get to the conversation!  ____ ACVP Mentorship Program More Information on Certifying Examination Phase II ACVP Past Webinar Archive  ACVP Errors in Publications Portal ____ Assistant Audio Editor: Nicholas Pankow Music: Guestlist by Podington Bear, licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 International License.  The contents of this audio do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP) or the participants' affiliations. Spoken audio content and associated photos are the property of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists, 2025.

Explore the complex narrative behind Trump's controversial pardons, as filmmaker Michael Premo discusses capturing the diverse faces of political extremism in 'Homegrown'.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Episode Description:  Just hours after he took office, Donald Trump issued pardons for over 1,500 people convicted of crimes related to the storming of the U.S. Capitol on January 6, 2021. One of those pardoned was one of the subjects of a gripping documentary: Homegrown, from Storyline Media. Alongside two other members of the extremist group, the Proud Boys, filmmaker Michael Premo followed convicted felon, Christopher Quaglin, at home, on the road, and up the steps of the Capitol that day. In this conversation with Flanders, recorded just prior to Trump's inauguration, Premo describes how the film came to be and what he found, including the surprising diversity within the Right-wing groups he followed. How do political ideas turn to political violence? What is the path forward? Join us for a timely conversation and, as always, Laura's commentary.“I think what we're going to see is an escalation of the potential for violence . . . Project 2025 is a great example of the sort of broader consensus among the conservative movement around what to do once they regained power . . . People feel increasingly emboldened in a way that I think is somewhat similar to 2016, but there's a different sense of urgency.” - Michael PremoGuests:  Michael Premo, Journalist & Filmmaker; Director & Producer, Homegrown Watch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via PatreonMusic In the Middle:  ‘Call Sender remix' of “Lost In the Woods” by Project Gemini from their forthcoming Colours & Light courtesy of Mr. Bongo Records and thanks to Nurture Music.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear.*Note: This interview took place on January 15th, 2025 prior to the inauguration. Since the taping of this interview, Donald Trump issued pardons for over 1,500 individuals convicted of crimes related to the January 6 Capitol storming shortly after taking office.  Christopher Quaglin, a prominently featured subject in the documentary "Homegrown," was pardoned alongside other members of the extremist group, the Proud Boys. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Lisa Graves: The Extremist Revolution & Democracy Hanging by a Thread: Watch / Audio Podcast•  Faith & Fascism: Rob Reiner & Dan Partland Tackle Christian Nationalism with  “God & Country”: Watch  / Download Podcast: Episode & Full Conversation•  Another January 6 Insurrection? ‘War Game' Film Asks if We're Ready: Watch / Download Podcast:  Episode & Full Conversation• Countering the Coup From the Grassroots Up: Watch / Download Podcast• Political Violence & MAGA Militancy: Strategies to Protect Democracy: Watch / Download Podcast• Idaho's United Vision Project: Confronting Extremism in America's Heartland: Watch / Download Podcast: Episode & Full Conversation Related Articles and Resources:• Police Must Do Better Against Far-Right Violence, byMike German & Beth Zasloff, January 8, 2025, Brennan Center•  FBI seizes largest stockpile of explosives in its history from Virginia home, by WDBJ7 Staff, January 1, 2025, Isle of Wight, VA, WDBJ7• Four years after the Capitol riot, its meaning and legacy are still debated, by Odette Yousef, January 6, 2025, WAMU - NPR News• Donald Trump Throws the Doors to the Patriot Wing Open, by Antonia Hitchens, January 25, 2025, The New Yorker Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we check in on our favorite New York teams. First we get Kelley's take on Steve Cohen's comments directed to Pete Alonso at Amazin' Day, and why they were genius. We do a quick check-in with the Yankees, and then we explore some hot topics in MLB: namely, the use of robo-umps in MLB spring training and the idea of a hard salary cap. Is it finally time for robo-umps in regular MLB season games? Kelley will let you know how the system works and whether she thinks it's a go. She also explains the hard salary cap versus the soft one, and whether it's needed and feasible in MLB today. And of course…we talk about what's good to eat while you're watching the ballgame – or in this case, what's good to drink, as you will learn the recipe for Kelley's signature bourbon old-fashioned! *Music by Podington Bear

Explore the timely insights from activist Dean Spade on how reshaping our personal connections can bolster our fight for justice, as featured in his latest book, "Love in a F*cked Up World."This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Description:  In a time of climate catastrophe, genocide, mass incarceration and political turmoil, people need to work together – better! That's why lifelong activist Dean Spade has written “Love in a F*ed Up World: How to Build Relationships, Hook Up, and Raise Hell, Together”. Which tools can help people and social justice movements face conflict and emerge stronger (rather than weaker)? Which stories do we tell ourselves that aren't helping us think — or act — in our best interest? In this timely conversation, Spade shares tips on how we might get our interpersonal houses in order so that we're better equipped to show up for others and the causes we care about. Spade is a lawyer, educator, and author of “Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (and the Next)”, and “Normal Life: Administrative Violence, Critical Trans Politics and the Limits of the Law”. He's the director of “Pinkwashing Exposed: Seattle Fights Back!”, and in 2002 he founded the Sylvia Rivera Law Project in New York City, a law collective that provides free legal services to trans and gender non-conforming people who are low income and/or people of color. He has useful things to say about romance too, which are worth bearing in mind, as the Valentine's marketing crush hits, as Laura reflects in her commentary.“. . . Most of us are taking in all the bad news by ourselves through a screen . . . One of the best things we can do to support our own wellbeing through the overwhelm is be with others, joining any kind of project in our communities, a creative project, a mutual aid project . . .” - Dean Spade“The typical self-help genre is very focused on the individual. It doesn't contextualize the kinds of suffering that everyone's going through in a broader feminist analysis, anti-capitalist analysis, anti-racist analysis . . . If we understand that our individual suffering is a bunch of bigger scripts, . . . it can be a little bit freeing.” - Dean Spade Guest:  Dean Spade: Author, Love In A F*ed-Up World: How To Build Relationships, Hook Up, And Raise Hell Together & Mutual Aid: Building Solidarity During This Crisis (and the Next) This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music In the Middle:  “We are Rising” by activist, singer and songwriter, Taína Asili.  She created the song for One Billion Rising's 2020 global campaign..  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• The New Transgender Movement: Race, Poverty, Gender, Policing, and Pinkwashing, Watch​​•  Emergent Strategies for Abolition: Andrea J. Ritchie's Toolkit for Activists: Watch / Download Podcast•  Mariame Kaba: Rooting Out Our Culture of Harm: Watch / Download Podcast: Episode & Full Uncut Conversation•  adrienne maree brown: Pleasure Activism and Black Women's Legacy of Joy, Watch (06:58) / Download Podcast:  Full Uncut Conversation (37:20) Related Articles and Resources:•  Our Best Option for Defending Ourselves From Trump's Second Term Is Each Other, by Dean Spade, November 12, 2024, TruthOut• Checking in with Dean Spade (ep181), December 9, 2024, Gender Reveal Podcast•. “The Mask Is Off:”  Dean Spade and Susan Stryker on Trans Resistance in Trump's America, by Them, December 18, 2024, Them.us   Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

In this episode of Three Inning Fan – The Podcast with Kelley Franco, we catch up with Clint Hurdle – pennant winning player, pennant winning manager, and now, with his new book “Hurdle-isms”, an inspirational writer. In this podcast, get to know Clint in a way you haven't before. He opens up about the lessons he learned the hard way – as a young MLB Player coronated on the cover of Sports Illustrated, and the ripple effects it created; his struggles with alcohol and expectations; and how he was able to find power in facing his vulnerabilities, and, ultimately, gratitude, positivity, and happiness. And of course, we close with…what Clint Hurdle likes to eat while watching the ballgame. *Music by Podington Bear

Join us as we delve into the complex remembrance of Jimmy Carter, from his pivotal energy policies to international diplomacy, at his funeral reflections with diverse voices.This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Description:  What is being left out of the conversation when it comes to Jimmy Carter, and why are many of his significant achievements under attack today? He created a national energy policy that married conservation with developing alternatives and getting off oil, passed the Superfund Act, created the Federal Department of Education and negotiated the Panama Canal treaty — a deal that Trump slammed earlier this week as he threatened to regain control of Panama. In this episode, Laura is on the ground in Georgia for Carter's funeral events, and speaks with people who came from all around the country to pay their respects. How are Americans remembering the 39th president? Many obituaries have excluded the October Surprise by which the release of US hostages held in Iran was delayed until Ronald Reagan's election day, and Carter's critiques of Israeli violations of international law and his warning that cutting off non-violent options for Palestinians under Israel's occupation would inevitably explode, making both Israel and the Palestinians less secure. What should we make of the notion that he “failed” during his presidency? Join us as we explore why Carter's legacy is so relevant today. All that, plus a commentary from Laura.“Carter had established the US-China relationship and this year is the 45th anniversary of US-China relationship normalization. Over the past 40 years, he had the great policy to help the Chinese people, help China to develop, and that changed millions of people's life.” - Richard Li“[Jimmy Carter] was accused of being antisemitic. Imagine the president who removed Israel's largest enemy from the battlefield, Egypt, could be considered antisemitic is so beyond the pale. He was so committed to Israel's security, which he knew could only happen when the Palestinian people would have their state.” - Karin Ryan“There's different philosophies on how private sector and public sector labor unions are viewed, and each one of them is unique in how they work for their contracts. But overall, collective bargaining is an important thing. And I think the general consensus of everybody historically is that President Carter supported collective bargaining, and collective bargaining is what this country was founded on.” - Greg WaddlePeople Featured in This Episode:• Karin Ryan, the Senior Policy Advisor on Human Rights and Special Representative on Women and Girls at The Carter Center• Richard Li, Vice President, Chinese American Business Association of Atlanta • Greg Waddle, President, IATSE Local 479 Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music In the Middle:  flashback to the Jimmy Carter Campaign Song “Why Not the Best” from 1976.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  and "All The Ways" by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Angela Davis: A Revolutionary Roadmap for Building a Better Future, Watch / Listen-Podcast- Episode, Full Conversation•  Israel, Hamas & Universal Human Rights: Former UN Official Craig Mokhiber Describes Path Forward, Watch / Listen-Podcast- Episode, Full Conversation• How to Fortify Democracy in 2024, Watch / Listen-Podcast- Episode Related Articles and Resources:•  Jimmy Carter Presidential Library video archives•  Carterland, a documentary by Jim & Will Pattiz released in 2021, Learn More• Jimmy Carter Tribute website, Learn More  Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

**Historic Change in Illinois: Cash Bail Eliminated Statewide**  Explore the implications of the groundbreaking Pretrial Fairness Act as experts discuss its impact on racial equity and justice reform.This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate   Thank you for your continued support!Description:  What happened when Illinois ended cash bail? As Laura's guests explain, this deeply discriminatory and unjust system puts “a ransom on people's heads,” disproportionately impacts Black and Brown people, and favors the wealthy who can buy their freedom while leaving the poor to languish in jail. Bail reform has faced tremendous pushback over the years, but Illinois implemented the first-of-its-kind Pretrial Fairness Act, ending cash bail statewide in 2023. The historic win didn't happen overnight. In this episode some of those most involved explain what it took and describe the surprising results. Sharone R. Mitchell Jr., the Cook County Chief Public Defender was the lead policy expert for the Coalition to End Money Bond. Mitchell also heads the state's largest public defender office. State Senator Robert Peters represents Illinois' 13th District and was one of the main sponsors of the Pretrial Fairness Act. He chairs the Senate Labor Committee. Bryce Covert followed this important and under-covered story for The Nation magazine. What has Illinois to teach the nation? All that plus Laura's commentary: Illinois has moved out of the Middle Ages. What's holding the rest of the nation back?“I do think that there has been a severe backlash to the Black Lives Matter movement, to criminal justice reform that's pretty nationwide . . . That said, Illinois is out there doing this, and I think people are taking note . . . So as long as this stays in place and we have good data about the outcomes and people keep supporting it and don't give into the opposition that wants to push to roll it back, then we will have proof that this can happen, that this can work.” - Bryce Covert“Literally the hardest job I had was talking to mothers and grandmothers and partners about whether they should be paying this a thousand dollars for bond or a thousand dollars for rent. We were forcibly extracting money out of the people that needed it the most. And I'm so glad that we are now in a system where we realized that we can make these really important decisions without quite frankly putting ransoms on people's heads.” - Sharone R. Mitchell Jr.". . . The president was involved in criminal behavior. Rudy Giuliani was involved in criminal behavior. They had no problem being able to either pay out or pay within the legal system. Working class people on the other hand, many of them who are innocent, many of them who are just trying to live their life or trying to move on, they can't. A billionaire who's able to game the court system and be able to get out has no business trying to lecture the working class of this country.” - Robert PetersGuests:• Bryce Covert: Contributor, The Nation• Sharone R. Mitchell Jr.: Chief Public Defender Cook County, Illinois• Robert Peters: Illinois State Senator, 13th District Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music In the Middle:  Eric Kupper remix of “U Try Livin'” by Black Guy, White Guy and 808 Beach from the Red Hot and Free project released by the Red Hot Organization.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Corporate Prison Reform Will Not Keep Us Safe: A Report from Los Angeles: Watch / Listen: Podcast Episode• Crime & Migration: An Abolitionist Plan for Immigration Justice: Watch / Listen: Podcast Episode• D.A. Larry Krasner Facing Impeachment: Criminal Justice Reform in the Crosshairs: Watch / Listen: Podcast Episode Related Articles and Resources:• Illinois Has Put an End to the Injustice of Cash Bail, by Bryce Covert, December 2, 2024, The Nation  • U.S. Commission on Civil Rights Releases Report:  The Civil Rights Implications of Cash Bail, by U.S. Commission on Civil Rights, January 20, 2022, USCCR.org• Cash bail disproportionately impacts communities of color.  Illinois is the first state to abolish it. By Claire Savage and Corey Williams, September 12, 2023, AP News  Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. 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Reflecting on the Occupy movement's 13th anniversary: A deep dive into its impact on democracy, economic inequality, and the ongoing fight against the wealth gap.  (episode originally released September 11, 2024)This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Were you one of the hundreds of thousands of people on the streets during the Occupy movement? For many the movement was a political awakening, as people rallied to end economic inequality and support democracy in response to the 2008 global financial crisis. On this 13th anniversary, how does the spirit of Occupy live on? And what progress — if any — has been made when it comes to the wealth gap? Joining us for that conversation is Marisa Holmes, author of the recently released book “Organizing Occupy Wall Street: This Is Just Practice” and director of “All Day All Week: An Occupy Wall Street Story” which looks at the takeover of Zuccotti Park in New York City in September 2011. Also joining us is Taifa Smith Butler, President of Demos, a public policy organization working to build a multiracial democracy and economy. Previously she was a leader at the Georgia Budget and Policy Institute. Award-winning journalist Amir Khafagy returns to co-host this episode. Our guests explore the links between economic inequality and authoritarianism and ask how far we've come as a nation to create structural, policy and practice-based changes on the economic front. How can we create a people-led economy that will lead to collective power? All that, plus a commentary from Laura.“During Occupy, we really rejected representative politics because it seemed not responsive to people's needs . . . So we just thought, ‘We're going to do this ourselves'. We have to build alternatives ourselves from the bottom up through mutual aid networks . . . That's what I think is going to transform the economy . . .” - Marisa Holmes“Demos has always talked about the inextricable links of economic power and political power. As I think about where we are historically with the retraction of resources, with the threat of authoritarianism and fascism and this demographic shift that is happening in our nation and the inequality that continues to proliferate, if we do nothing, we'll be looking at apartheid in America.” - Taifa Smith ButlerGuests:• Taifa Smith Butler: President, Dēmos• Marisa Holmes: Author, Organizing Occupy Wall Street• Amir Khafagy: Journalist, Report for America Member, Documented Watch the episode cut airing on PBS stations across the country at our YouTube channelSubscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music In the Middle:  “Walk-in'” by The Pimps of Joytime featuring Roy Ayers from the Occupy This Album compilation.  And additional music included- "Steppin"  by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:• “Trust-Busting 2024 with Stacy Mitchell & Matt Stoller: A Bipartisan Battle Against Monopoly Power” Watch / Listen or Download Podcast• Debt, Democracy & Disarray: Astra Taylor on “The Age of Insecurity”. Watch / Listen or Download Podcast• Catastrophic Capitalism: Marjorie Kelly & Edgar Villanueva on “Wealth Supremacy”  Watch / Listen or Download PodcastRelated Articles and Resources:• Overview of Demos' Economic Democracy Project & Case Studies, Read /Download Here• All Day All Week- An Occupy Wall Street Story made with the Occupy Wall Street Media Working Group, Watch Here• Rewind:  As Obama's re-inauguration approaches, Americans celebrate other key anniversaries. But the promised land remains elusive, by Laura Flanders, The Guardian, Read Here   Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel

Dive into compelling stories of triumph, art, and activism as key voices reflect on changing Mississippi's state flag history. (episode originally aired June 5, 2024)This show is made possible by you!  Our year end goal is to raise $50,000, and we are half way there. To become a member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: In a time of division, how do we create a sense of collective freedom? It's a question that peace activist, artist and poet Genesis Be grapples with in all her work. Genesis Be has a new book out, People Not Things: Love Poems & Paintings for Humanity, and recently curated the Freedom Rising art show in Brooklyn, New York featuring work by incarcerated artists currently held by the Georgia Department of Corrections. She is the subject of the upcoming film “Mississippi Turning” about the successful years-long effort to remove the Confederate symbol from the state's flag. In this episode taped at the CUNY studios in NYC, we turn to a poet and a preacher. Genesis Be joins Laura Flanders and co-host Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis, the Senior Minister for Public Theology and Transformation at Middle Church, to discuss how to reject stigmas and advance liberation. Genesis Be painted in the studio — for her and us it was a first.“I did my protest about the confederate flag that went viral, I hung a noose around my neck and draped myself in a confederate flag . . . It was a very scary time for me because I got thrown into the fight to change the Mississippi State flag. There were a lot of death threats, but a lot of support during that time.” - Genesis Be“The word freedom is hijacked often by folks: freedom from having to change, freedom from having to admit the humanity of others, freedom from having to widen the tent, freedom from having to let go of their sense of exceptionalism . . . This [conference] was a gathering of like-minded folks sharing a dream of all of us belonging and all of us saving this democracy, interfaith, intergenerational.” - Rev. Dr. Jacqui LewisGuests:• Genesis Be: Poet, Peace Activist, Artist; Author, People Not Things: Love Poems & Paintings for Humanity• Rev. Dr. Jacqui Lewis (Co-host): Senior Minister of Public Theology & Transformation, Middle Church, NYC.  Author of several books including her latest Fierce Love: A Bold Path to Ferocious Courage and Rule-Breaking Kindness That Can Heal the World Watch the broadcast episode cut for time at our YouTube channel and airing on PBS stations across the country  Subscribe to episode notes via Patreon Music In the Middle:  “Blind Lady Say (Be Love)” by Genesis Be, courtesy of the artist.    And additional music included- "Steppin"  by Podington Bear. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•. Prison Creative Arts Project: Imagination in the Face of Incarceration. Watch / Listen-Download Podcast and Full Conversation• How Radical Self-Love Can Heal the World. Watch / Listen-Download Podcast• Ask Angola Prison: What Difference Can a Play Make?  Watch / Listen-Download Podcast and Full ConversationRelated Articles and Resources:•. Documentary (released Fall 2024) “Mississippi Turning” Artist & activist Genesis Be, after her controversial protest against Mississippi's Confederate Heritage Month, heads down to her home state of Mississippi to have an honest discussion with people on both sides of the debate, including her childhood friend, a proud descendant of Confederate soldiers. Watch the Trailer•. “People Not Things” by Genesis Be, recordings of her poetry via Bandcamp•. Middle Church Freedom Rising Conference Learn More Here•. People Not Things Exhibit. Learn More Here  Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders, along with Sabrina Artel, Jeremiah Cothren, Veronica Delgado, Janet Hernandez, Jeannie Hopper, Sarah Miller, Nat Needham, David Neuman, and Rory O'Conner. FOLLOW Laura Flanders and FriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lauraflandersandfriends/Blueky: https://bsky.app/profile/lfandfriends.bsky.socialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraFlandersAndFriends/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lauraflandersandfriendsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFLRxVeYcB1H7DbuYZQG-lgLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lauraflandersandfriendsPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/lauraflandersandfriendsACCESSIBILITY - The broadcast edition of this episode is available with closed captioned by clicking here for our YouTube Channel