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Liars, Crooks, Cheats and Grifters! Hedge Fund Slaughterhouse. GDP Down! Jobs Down! Truth is a “Hostile and Political” Act?? Charles Payne's Goes Commie! Trump's Tale of Two Tweets. Social Security Cash In!! Trade War Fellini Film. Trump 100 Days Mailbag! Rand Paul Masterclass on Tariffs! Trump Needs to Bring Back Creative Destruction! Insurance…In Case Bad $%#$ Happens! Trump's Excellent Decision on Taxes! Tourism is Tanking?? How is that NetZero working out? Birthrate Collapse. 

Amazon faces backlash for labeling Trump-era tariffs on all products. PBD breaks down the political firestorm, White House reaction, and what it means for consumers and the trade war with China.

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In this episode, Besan has a conversation with Anam Raheem, a creative writer with a background in international development. Anam shares her transition from international development to full-time writing, emphasizing the power of storytelling and personal connections. She reflects on her transformative experiences in Gaza, the emotional toll of witnessing violence, and the importance of personal relationships in making an impact. Anam also discusses her project, Gaza Champions, which connects global allies with individuals in Gaza, fostering personal connections and support amidst ongoing violence. What We Discuss: Anam's Journey in International Development (00:02:38) Storytelling as a Political Act (00:11:38) Love as a Sustainable Motivator (00:20:19) Embracing Identity as a Writer (00:36:05) Navigating the Writing Economy (00:41:37) Episode Resources: liminal fuzz substack Gaza Champions | Website Gaza Champions | Instagram Anam Raheem | Instagram Are you ready to connect with your creative life force? Schedule a free consultation here!

Let's be clear, separation of church and state does not mean that disciples of Jesus Christ should avoid being politically active!  Jesus was political. How could he not be, if he hoped to bring about the reign of God on earth? Left unchecked, politics can threaten the things we hold dear ... the worth of all persons, the sacredness of creation, unity and diversity ... you get the idea! In this extra shot episode, Joelle Wight shares her passion for political engagement and how engaging politically, in light of the Gospel, can be an act of hospitality. “If, [at any point], you feel like getting up and throwing up your hands and walking away... Joelle would encourage you to ask one more question, turn to wonder and see where it leads. Download TranscriptThanks for listening to Project Zion Podcast!Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!Intro and Outro music used with permission: “For Everyone Born,” Community of Christ Sings #285. Music © 2006 Brian Mann, admin. General Board of Global Ministries t/a GBGMusik, 458 Ponce de Leon Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30308. copyright@umcmission.org “The Trees of the Field,” Community of Christ Sings # 645, Music © 1975 Stuart Dauerman, Lillenas Publishing Company (admin. Music Services). All music for this episode was performed by Dr. Jan Kraybill, and produced by Chad Godfrey. NOTE: The series that make up the Project Zion Podcast explore the unique spiritual and theological gifts Community of Christ offers for today's world. Although Project Zion Podcast is a Ministry of Community of Christ. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are those speaking and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Community of Christ.

Send us a textPolitics and therapy: two things that seem separate but really aren't. In this episode, we talk about why therapy is never neutral, how therapists' political views affect their work, and why advocating for change is just part of the gig.Therapy isn't a bubble, and politics can't be left outside the door. Join us as we unpack the role of politics in mental health work, the ethics of self-disclosure, and the pressures therapists face in politically charged times. From fees to systemic advocacy, we explore how therapeutic neutrality is outdated and why therapists need to embrace their political awareness for better client care.Whether you're a therapist or a client, we've got some real talk and tips on navigating the messiness of politics in therapy.Intro to Politics in Therapy (00:00 - 07:43)•Therapy is inherently political, and neutrality may be outdated•Two-thirds of therapists report discussing politics with clients•Why self-awareness is crucial for therapists when addressing political issuesTherapist Neutrality vs. Self-Disclosure (07:43 - 17:00)•The impact of political discussions on the therapeutic alliance•How political alignment (or misalignment) can affect therapy outcomes•Importance of emotional self-regulation when discussing political views with clientsTherapy as a Political Act (17:00 - 28:11)•How decisions like fees, accessibility, and client demographics are political•Addressing systemic issues in therapy and the ethical mandate for advocacy•The privilege of political neutrality and its effects on marginalized clientsPersonal Plans and Ethics for Election Season (28:11 - 35:54)•How to manage political stress during election season as a therapist•Ideas for creating support groups for therapists around political events•Engaging clients with games or activities during politically charged timesPlease share your voice with us! We would love to hear from you! Record a voice message here. Send us a comment here.Apply to be a guest on this podcast here. Would you like to share your work with the Conscious Mental Health Community ? We offer both paid and free sponsorship opportunities. To apply click here.

Why do Americans spend lots of money to visit walkable, bikeable, transit-friendly European cities, only to come back to the U.S. and oppose all those things where they live? Rick Steves has some thoughts. Countless people know and love the popular travel writer for his guidebooks and long-running television programs, which encourage people to explore Europe's “backdoor” destinations—those off-the-beaten-path locations that have just as much or more to offer than its more touristy cities and sights. Rick takes a thoughtful and philosophical approach to travel and believes it offers people important lessons for becoming better global citizens. He is also an activist and philanthropist who believes in the power of local advocacy; he has funded affordable housing in his hometown of Edmonds, Washington, and is pursuing a one-man effort to turn a downtown roundabout into an Italian-style piazza.  Please note: This episode was recorded before Rick announced his recent cancer diagnosis. We wish him all the best and many more years of inspiring people to explore the world. * * * * *  ***Support The War on Cars on Patreon and receive ad-free versions of regular episodes and exclusive bonus content. Plus, we'll send you stickers.*** This episode was produced with support from Pinhead Locks and Cleverhood. Listen for the latest discount codes. * * * * *   LINKS Learn more about all things Rick Steves. Pick up a copy of Rick's book Travel as a Political Act and the 40th edition of his travel guide Europe Through the Back Door as well as books by other podcast guests at our official Bookshop.org page. “When he's not traveling around Europe, writing about Europe or running his multimillion-dollar European tour company, the prolific TV host and author likes to squeeze in some local activism.” (Washington Post) Rick Steves Wants to Set You Free (New York Times) The Future in our Hands, the Norwegian movement Rick mentions in the episode. * * * * *   Buy official podcast merch in our store. Follow The War on Cars on Instagram, Threads, Facebook, Bluesky and Mastodon. Follow and review us on Apple Podcasts. It helps people find us! This episode was edited by Ali Lemer. It was recorded by Justin Fernandez at the Brooklyn Podcasting Studio. Transcriptions are by Russell Gragg. Our theme music is by Nathaniel Goodyear. TheWarOnCars.org  

Thoughts? Comments? Suggestions? Send me a DM here!Think globetrotting is just for young backpackers? Think again! In this episode, we smash travel stereotypes with the inspiring Debbie and Michael Campbell, also known as the Senior Nomads.This adventurous couple ditched the rocking chairs for rolling suitcases and haven't looked back. They traded their house, car, and even their sailboat for a life of exploring the world, one Airbnb at a time. Eleven years and 94 countries later they're proving that age is truly just a number. ️Tune in as Debbie and Michael share their inspiring story, from the moment their daughter introduced them to the magic of Airbnb and sparked their travel life, to the incredible experiences and self-discovery they've had along the way. We even chat about their book, Your Keys, Our Home, which chronicles their adventures.Get ready to be inspired! This episode dives deep into travel styles, relationships, and the amazing possibilities that open up when you embrace new ideas.Join us and see why the Senior Nomads are proving that adventure has no expiry date.TOPICS DISCUSSED:The keys to a good relationship (after 50 years together!) Travel as the ultimate teacherThings that help you feel at home on the move Health insurance on the goRESOURCES:Connect with the Senior Nomads on their website or Facebook page.⚡ Round Book: Travel as a Political Act by Rick StevesEPISODE DETAILS:9:09 - Sometimes in life, all it requires is to be receptive to a new idea. You never know the magic that might unfold when you say yes.15:01 - Travel allows you to connect the dots of history,  whether that's through art or the people you meet, you get to learn so much more in real-time. 20:45 - Keep in mind that there are doctors, dentists, and health professionals all around the world. 28:37 - If your attitude is, I can't, then most likely you can't. but if your attitude is, I can then most likely you can.37:09 - As long as you are learning every day, having fun staying within your budget. Have your health and are in love. Keep going. Are you interested in Traveling Longer for Less Money? If so, sign up for my FREE GUIDE and learn how!Support the Show.Let's CONNECT! FREE GUIDE: How to Travel Longer for Less Money

In this conversation, Chiké Okonkwo discusses his background as a Nigerian growing up in the UK, his journey to becoming an actor, and the challenges and triumphs he has faced in the industry. He reflects on the impact of the film 'The Birth of a Nation' and the importance of telling untold stories. Chiké also shares his experiences as a black man in America and the perseverance required in the acting profession. He discusses his voice acting work on the Calm app and the TV show 'La Brea,' where he explores his character's backstory. We also explore the importance of complex characters and the impact of historical work. He shares his favorite performances by Denzel Washington, Robert De Niro, Samuel L. Jackson, and Sidney Poitier. He also introduces us to his new venture as one of the founders of Mansa, a platform for curated black culture. Connect: @CariChampion @ChikeOkonkwo Subscribe: Cari Champion's YouTube Channel Learn More: Mansa.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war, the black and white scarf known as the Kufiyah has been highly visible at pro-Palestinian protests. Australian politicians Mehreen Faruqi and Lidia Thorpe have worn it in parliament and it's even been draped over a Benjamin Franklin statue in Washington. So what is this scarf?

Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war, the black and white scarf known as the Kufiyah has been highly visible at pro-Palestinian protests. - اسرائیل اور حماس جنگ کے آغاز کے بعد سے، سیاہ اور سفید سکارف جسے کوفیہ کے نام سے جانا جاتا ہے، فلسطینیوں کے حامی مظاہروں میں بہت چھایا رہا ہے۔

Since the start of the Israel-Hamas war, the black and white scarf known as the Kufiyah has been highly visible at pro-Palestinian protests. - З початку війни Ізраїлю та Хамас чорно-білий шарф, відомий як куфія, був дуже помітний на пропалестинських протестах.

"Change the world one trip at a time"

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Kim Potowski, professor at the University of Illinois Chicago and one of the leading experts on dual immersion and Spanish heritage speakers in the United States. She discusses not only the lessons she's learned from working with Hispanic families trying to raise bilingual children, but also her own experiences raising her two children bilingual in Spanish and English. She has created a treasure trove of materials for parents and teachers that can be found on her website here: https://www.potowski.org/

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in episode 2 of season 2, meghan shares a conversation she had with Alexander Khost after his reading of his article, (Self- Directed) Education is a Political Act for episode 1 - they discuss so much that the chat went well over an hour! tune in to hear a big discussion about, the way society sees children, youth rights, and some nuances that may have been missed around the way education of all flavors and types does infact shape a young persons political lens in our geopolitical world. we tie our conversation together with the ask that other adults see young people as colleagues.  Email Alex at AKHOST@gmail.com You can find Alex's writing on, tipping points https://www.self-directed.org/tp/education-is-a-political-act/ Head to theunschoolfiles.com  to join meghan in community and find resources and other exciting things!  partner with her over at patreon.com/theunschoolfiles to support the work they do!

it's season 2 of The Unschool Files Podcast! this series of episodes is dedicated to Self-Directed Education and Community Care - each episode will feature conversations with facilitators, young people, parents, teachers turned SDE practitioners + youth rights advocates on how their centers, schools and co-ops are meeting the unique needs of their communities. we will hear conversations that cover everything from how they make decisions, handle conflict and provide a space for autonomous learning with a focus on community care, and everyone's needs being met. we will be stepping out of theory and into practice. the first episode of season 2 is unique, as it is broken in two parts. part 1 is an accessible reading of an article by Alexander Khost, Self- Directed Education is a Political Act, A look at the various current definitions of “freedom” in Self-Directed Education, their historic roots, and their correlation to political ideologies. published in Tipping Points Magazine in January of 2020 Link to the article here: https://www.self-directed.org/tp/education-is-a-political-act/ you can find meghan at theunschoolfiles.com Become a Patron for as little as $1 patreon.com/theunschoolfiles to help support this work

Today we air the third episode of Flux, a FreshEd series where graduate students turn their research interests into narrative-based podcasts. This episode is by Mari Casellato, a recent graduate of Teachers College, Columbia University. Mari takes us on a journey through time, revealing the potential of youth participation in environmental education in Brazil (and beyond). You might be thinking Brazil – where the Amazon was on fire just last year and the current Bolsonaro government has been routinely criticized for doing too little to prepare for the climate crisis. But back in the 1990s and early 2000s, Brazil spearheaded this idea of environmental education, which brought together a diversity of voices through national conferences and was seen as a political act. Mari was personally involved in this history. https://freshedpodcast.com/flux-casellato/ Credits: This episode was created, written, produced, and edited by Mari Casellato. Johannah Fahey was the executive producer and Brett Lashua and Will Brehm were the producers. Voices: Narrator: Mariana Casellato History narrator: Tiago Luna English version of Joao: Alcides Ferreira English version of Mariana: Renata Penalva English version of Isis: Aline Godoy Youth voices: Ajani Stella and Kayley Chery Music in this episode (used with permission): Cacuriá – Mawaca “Temas tradicionais de cacuriá” Maranhão – Brazil/Arrangement: Mawaca Special guest: Tião Carvalho (Voice, cavaquinho and caixa) Lá na Mata da Amazônia – Seu Antonio and Grupo Cupuaçu Other music came from the Blue Dot Sessions (www.sessions.blue): Eggs and Powder and Alum Drum Solo; and Soundstripe (www.soundstripe.com) Baiao Baiao, Coco Coco, and Sambita Sambita, all by Hola Hola. Sound effects retrieved from Freesound.org: Sea sound effect by HowNotToSail and Forest sound scape by jonasrocha. Former UN Secretary-General Boutros-Ghali speech at Rio 92 audio retrieved from the UN Audiovisual Library: The Earth Summit. Special thanks to Rachel Trajber and Marcos Sorrentino for their generosity and continued work; to Clóvis, for continuing to be a reference; and to João, for the energy. To Projeto Cala-boca já morreu and all of its participants for so many years of partnership, with special remarks to Grácia for all the inspiration, to Mariana, for the insights, to Tiago, for the great voice, and, to Isis for all the support and companionship now and over the years. To Danilo Fernandes, Ajani Stella, Kayley Chery, Renata Penalva, Alcides Ferreira, Aline Godoy, Daniel Corsi, Carla Hirata, and Caio Mamede for agreeing to lend their voices for this project and for all the support. Finally, to Mawaca, to Tião Carvalho, to Neila Campos Mendes and her family, and to Grupo Cupuaçu for allowing us to use their amazing songs “Cacuriá” and “Lá na Mata da Amazônia” that gave so much life to this project.

A conversation about Chapter 10: Teaching Math as a Political Act, and Chapter 11: Where Do We Go From Here?, in the book "Bad at Math? Dismantling harmful beliefs that hinder equitable mathematics education" by Lidia Gonzalez. We're glad to have you along in this asynchronous book club journey with us.  Transcripts of the episodes can be found at bit.ly/sumofitall_transcripts_S11. Music provided by Purple Planet Links mentioned in the episode: First Follower video John Berray's Ignite Talk

This special episode is the audio of the Facebook Livestream of the March 2023 meeting of the Thoughtful Travellers Book Club, talking about Travel as a Political Act by Rick Steves. Justin and I chatted about some of the positives of this book - the various lessons learnt from travel and some guidelines for travelling thoughtfully - along with a few parts we didn't agree with so wholeheartedly. If you'd like to join the Thoughtful Travellers Book Club, all the info is at https://notaballerina.com/bookclub, and you can keep up with all the thoughts about our current books in the Thoughtful Travellers Facebook Group at https://facebook.com/groups/thoughtfultravellers See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Season 3 of AutisticAF Out Loud starts off with 3 new stories: 1. Living Unmasked Is a Political Act 2. Autism, Love & My Friend Billy: A New Epic Myth 3. Faking Normal: How I Mask My Writing Disorder... to Bring You Autistic Joy Transcript: https://autisticaf.me/2023/01/07/season-3-love-politics-faking-normal-3-new-autistic-myths/ "Hi! I'm still Johnny.I'm still Profane... AND I'm still here. Finally... Season 3 of Autistic as Fuck Out Loud! Why no episodes since Fall? Major burn out. Dog attack injuries. Coupla health scares. Some dark emotions. Exhaustion... Shut down for 3 months. Then woke up... So I'm declaring victory... and a new focus. How to live authentically autistic... out loud."#AutisticAF Out Loud Podcast Listen & Subscribe: Apple https://neon.ly/mDd3e Spotify https://neon.ly/p1Vay Audible https://neon.ly/vkXa1 Stitcher https://neon.ly/vx5Zn PocketCasts https://neon.ly/NLL3O Amazon/Alexa https://neon.ly/mnOeq 0:00 Intro 0:11 1. Living Unmasked Is a Political Act 1:14 Season 3: Living Autistic Authentically 2:32 2. Autism, Love & My Friend Billy: A New Epic Myth 10:02 3. Faking Normal: How I Mask My Writing Disorder... to Bring You Autistic Joy 17:57 Shoutouts, Coming Next Episode, How You Can Support Support the show

In peaceful times, and in moments of violence, writers have used their art as protest, remembrance, and sometimes, political acts. We talk with poets and novelists about how they deeply notice the historical time we live in — through their words and voice. Original Air Date: May 07, 2022 Interviews In This Hour: Poetry as protest: 'When people are powerless for so many hundreds of years, language becomes a weapon' — 'All writing is political': Author Bernardine Evaristo on tenacity, growing up Black and British, and winning the Booker Prize — Should we still read the 'proud imperialist' Kipling? Guests: Ilya Kaminsky, Bernardine Evaristo, Christopher Benfey, Salman Rushdie Never want to miss an episode? Subscribe to the podcast. Want to hear more from us, including extended interviews and favorites from the archive? Subscribe to our newsletter. Categories: writing, activism, politics, philosophy, poetry

The Luminaries series is a collection of interviews with premier thinkers working in the theological academy and the church. Dr. William T. Cavanaugh is a prolific theologian, professor at Depaul University in Chicago, and is known especially for his work in political theology. He is also a husband and father of three sons. In this interview, Professor Cavanaugh and I talk about a whole host of subjects, including Cavanaugh's mentor, Stanley Hauerwas, the recent overturning of Roe v. Wade, and the dangers of Donald Trump and the Republican Party. Apologies for the glitches and poor sound quality in parts of the episode. We are actively working to strengthen WiFi signals and microphone quality. PODCAST LINKS: Blog post: https://wipfandstock.com/blog/2022/07/11/he-did-not-take-revenge-on-the-torturers-an-interview-with-william-t-cavanaugh/ Author page: https://wipfandstock.com/author/william-t-cavanaugh/ CONNECT: Website: https://wipfandstock.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCvht9V0Pndgvwh5vkpe0GGw Twitter: https://twitter.com/wipfandstock Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wipfandstock Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wipfandstock/ SOURCES MENTIONED: Cavanaugh, William T. Being Consumed: Economics and Christian Desire. ———. “Electing Republicans has not reversed Roe v. Wade. It's time to change our strategy.” ———. Field Hospital: The Church's Engagement with a Wounded World. ———, ed. Fragile World: Ecology and the Church. ———, ed. Gathered in my Name: Ecumenism in the World Church. ———. “I had to learn to love the church; then I had to learn to love God.” How My Mind Has Changed. ———. The Myth of Religious Violence: Secular Ideology and the Roots of Modern Conflict. ———. Theopolitical Imagination: Discovering the Liturgy as a Political Act in an Age of Global Consumerism. ———. Torture and Eucharist: Theology, Politics, and the Body of Christ. Center for World Catholicism & Intercultural Theology. Coolman, Holly Taylor. “The 12 things pro-lifers must do if Roe v. Wade is overturned.” Francis, Pope. Laudato si'. Hartch, Todd. The Rebirth of Latin American Christianity. Hauerwas, Stanley. The Hauerwas Reader. Radner, Ephraim. A Brutal Unity: The Spiritual Politics of the Christian Church. Zizioulas, John D. The Eucharistic Communion and the World. OUTLINE: (01:21) - Stanley Hauerwas (06:11) - Partisanship (10:11) - Roe v. Wade, Abortion, and the Church (15:12) - Church as Field Hospital (18:49) - The Church's Witness, or Lack Thereof (22:17) - The Eucharist (25:09) - The Church and Violence (29:35) - Theology through a Global Lens (34:57) - Ecumenism on the Global Stage (39:03) - The Church's Role in Ecological Issues (42:48) - Pope Francis Compared to His Papal Predecessors (47:23) - Changing Your Mind

Ian, in for Scoot, talks to WWL listeners and Captain Black about crime in the city and new approaches to keeping it at bay

As a short follow-up to our previous episode, we discuss whether or not every act is a political act. We briefly mention commodification, socialization, industrialization, technology, capitalism, religion, and more.

Sarah and Beth share their full conversation with Rick Steves about developing a global perspective through travel and so much more.TOPICS DISCUSSEDTravel as a Political Act with Rick StevesSupport Pantsuit Politics and access all of Pantsuit Politics' Premium content by becoming a supporter at Patreon.com or Apple Podcasts Subscriptions.Please visit our website for full show notes and episode resources. Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this our 13th and final episode, I will share with you how Living Well can be your legacy for your political activity in the world. We will go over the questions I use to help me think and prepare for living a life that is building a legacy.

In this our 13th and final episode, I will share with you how Living Well can be your legacy for your political activity in the world. We will go over the questions I use to help me think and prepare for living a life that is building a legacy.

In this episode, I will share some highlights of what I have learned from over three decades of engaged political activity.

In this episode, I will share some highlights of what I have learned from over three decades of engaged political activity.

In this episode we are going to discuss how we can build up our comfort and ability to live within uncertainty. We are steeped in this moment of history where change is happening at unprecedented rates, we are under pressure to learn new things, the things we relied upon become obsolete very quickly and we are less sure than ever before about what tomorrow will bring. In this episode I will be talking with director, producer and documentary filmmaker Macky Austin on how we can become comfortable with watching the process of our lives unfold and what is to be learned when we are no longer in the driver's seat.

In this episode we are going to discuss how we can build up our comfort and ability to live within uncertainty. We are steeped in this moment of history where change is happening at unprecedented rates, we are under pressure to learn new things, the things we relied upon become obsolete very quickly and we are less sure than ever before about what tomorrow will bring. In this episode I will be talking with director, producer and documentary filmmaker Macky Austin on how we can become comfortable with watching the process of our lives unfold and what is to be learned when we are no longer in the driver's seat.

In this episode, I will walk you through my experience with fear and why it has been one of the great teachers for how I have moved through political work and life.

In this episode, I will walk you through my experience with fear and why it has been one of the great teachers for how I have moved through political work and life.

In our next episode, How To Pace Yourself for the Long Haul, we will discuss how we can best nurture ourselves for optimal health for the important (and long and arduous) work of political change. My special guest for this episode is J. Joseph Speidel MD, MPH a board-certified physician, researcher and advocate in the field of public health and author of The Building Blocks of Health––How to Optimize Wellness with a Lifestyle Checklist.

In our next episode, How To Pace Yourself for the Long Haul, we will discuss how we can best nurture ourselves for optimal health for the important (and long and arduous) work of political change. My special guest for this episode is J. Joseph Speidel MD, MPH a board-certified physician, researcher and advocate in the field of public health and author of The Building Blocks of Health––How to Optimize Wellness with a Lifestyle Checklist.

In this episode, we will dive into how we can best handle our feelings of anger and how to balance those feelings with feelings of being at peace.

In this episode, we will dive into how we can best handle our feelings of anger and how to balance those feelings with feelings of being at peace.

In this episode we will discuss how we can tap into our emotions to keep us engaged in political activities, especially when we are most discouraged to do so.

In this episode we will discuss how we can tap into our emotions to keep us engaged in political activities, especially when we are most discouraged to do so.

Many times, meditation is seen as a cop out.  It is seen sometimes as self-indulgent relaxation; running from the world.  But, as Dan Zigmond explains it, it is running toward the suffering.

While standard advice for mental health and wellness is to avoid the news, what do you do when you are making the news or need to following because of your advocacy? In this special episode, I will speak with journalist and researcher Carla Murphy to discuss how best we can consume the news without becoming overwhelmed by it.

While standard advice for mental health and wellness is to avoid the news, what do you do when you are making the news or need to following because of your advocacy? In this special episode, I will speak with journalist and researcher Carla Murphy to discuss how best we can consume the news without becoming overwhelmed by it.

In peaceful times, and in moments of violence, writers have used their art as protest, remembrance, and sometimes, political acts. We talk with poets and novelists about how they deeply notice the historical time we live in — through their words and voice. Original Air Date: May 07, 2022 Guests:  Ilya Kaminsky — Bernardine Evaristo — Christopher Benfey — Salman Rushdie Interviews In This Hour:  Poetry as protest: 'When people are powerless for so many hundreds of years, language becomes a weapon' — 'All writing is political': Author Bernardine Evaristo on tenacity, growing up Black and British, and winning the Booker Prize — Should we still read the 'proud imperialist' Kipling? Never want to miss an episode? Subscribe to the podcast. Want to hear more from us, including extended interviews and favorites from the archive? Subscribe to our newsletter.

In this week's mini, we're exploring the work of contemporary fine artists Faith Ringgold and Bisa Butler, whose quilts are inspired by a rich African-American quilting tradition, and Adeline Harris Sears's 19th century signature quilt with autographs by notables including Charles Dickens, Abraham Lincoln, and Harriet Beecher Stowe. 

Walking through the meat aisle of a grocery store, do you ever wonder whether it is normal to eat animals? Even if you do think it is normal to eat animals, what about well-documented abuse of animals in the food industry? The veganism movement is associated with many preconceptions, both regarding the types of people who become vegans and the ideology itself. Dr. Corey Wrenn is a sociologist, social justice activist and a leading voice in the veganism movement, who joins the podcast.

For the final episode of Season One, we are delighted to bring you a conversation with American travel legend Rick Steves. Rick is a guidebook author, television and radio host, and the owner of a tour company that has brought hundreds of thousands of travelers to Europe over the years. On the show, Rick speaks passionately about how travel can be a powerful force for peace and human understanding, and he shares what he's learned about what it's like to travel during the pandemic. Toward the end of the episode, Paige speaks to Craig Davidson, the Chief Operating Officer of Rick's tour company, Rick Steves' Europe. Craig explains how the company is taking action on climate change. Thank you so much for listening. We'll be back in January with the launch of Season Two! Resources Rick's tour company Free access to all of Rick's television shows, articles and radio programs Rick's program on the Holy Land Paige's Q&A with Rick Steves in The New York Times (unlocked) Rick Steves' Europe Climate-Smart Commitment Rick's book, "Travel as a Political Act" New York Times article on the Glasgow Declaration for Climate Action in Tourism (unlocked) The full transcript of this episode is available on The Better Travel Podcast website

In this episode, Michael promotes a radical theory about pop music, the guys discuss the most important life-skill a person can have, and our guest, Kirby, talks about instruction, culture, and relationships in schools.