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The second batch of documents tied to Lord Peter Mandelson's appointment as the UK ambassador to the United States is set to be published, with officials describing it as one of the largest document releases ever laid before Parliament. The files relate to the controversy over Mandelson's appointment, his vetting process, and the fallout from revelations about the extent of his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, which ultimately led to his removal from the ambassadorial post. The release is expected to include a large volume of communications and government material, though some sensitive vetting documents may be withheld or redacted because of an ongoing Metropolitan Police investigation into alleged misconduct in public office. The broader issue is politically damaging for Keir Starmer's government because it raises questions about what officials knew, when they knew it, how Mandelson was cleared for such a high-profile diplomatic role, and whether the government was fully transparent about the risks surrounding his Epstein ties.Newly released Epstein-related files reportedly show another strange layer of his obsession with genetics, DNA, reproduction, and personal legacy, including references to sperm banking, genetic testing, and alleged efforts to preserve or extend his biological footprint even after death. The material fits into a broader pattern already associated with Epstein: his documented fascination with eugenics, transhumanism, elite scientific circles, and the idea of using wealth and access to embed himself inside worlds of medicine, genetics, academia, and power. The new information is unsettling not only because of what it suggests about Epstein's private ambitions, but because it raises more questions about who knew about these interests, who helped facilitate them, whether any institutions enabled him after his conviction, and why so many pieces of his operation remain hidden, redacted, or only partially understood years after his death.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Second batch of Mandelson files to be published on MondayEpstein's dark dream of spreading his DNA may outlive him: new files - Raw Story

Newly released Justice Department files show Jeffrey Epstein received extraordinary white-glove treatment from Mount Sinai, turning one of New York's most prestigious medical systems into yet another elite institution where his money, access, and relationships appeared to open doors that ordinary people would never get near. The records describe Epstein arranging medical care not only for himself, but for women and associates in his orbit, including referrals, appointments, house calls, and procedures coordinated through well-connected doctors. One of the key figures was Dr. Eva Andersson-Dubin, Epstein's former girlfriend and a major Mount Sinai figure tied to the Dubin Breast Center, whose communications with Epstein showed how deeply he remained connected to the institution years after his 2008 conviction. The files also point to plastic surgeon Dr. Jess Ting, who allegedly provided treatment outside normal hospital settings, including a reported incident where a woman injured on Epstein's island was stitched up at Epstein's Manhattan home.The larger issue is not simply that Epstein knew doctors or donated money; it is that the documents suggest he was able to bend elite medical access around himself like everything else in his life. Mount Sinai has condemned Epstein and said it is reviewing its past ties to him, while doctors named in the files have denied knowing about his criminal conduct. But the paper trail is still ugly: Epstein donated hundreds of thousands of dollars, sought special access, moved women through medical channels, and remained close enough to influential professionals that even after becoming a registered sex offender, he could still operate with the comfort of a man who believed institutions would accommodate him. The Mount Sinai material fits the broader Epstein pattern perfectly — money, prestige, favors, and proximity creating an ecosystem where powerful people treated a predator less like a liability and more like a client worth keeping happy.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Prestigious hospital gave Epstein 24/7 access, house calls and other favors: report - Raw Story

Paolo Zampolli is presented as a key figure in the Trump-Melania-Epstein timeline because he says he introduced Melania to Donald Trump in 1998 and insists Jeffrey Epstein had nothing to do with it. Zampolli ran ID Models, helped bring Melania into the U.S. modeling world, and later became closely tied to Trump socially and politically. His account matters because Epstein's files and related reporting keep pointing back to the modeling industry as one of the major pipelines through which young women were recruited, moved, and introduced into elite circles. Zampolli's agency, Melania's early career, Trump's social world, Jean-Luc Brunel's modeling network, and Epstein's interest in models all sit inside the same broader ecosystem, which is why his version of events is now being reexamined.Amanda Ungaro, a Brazilian former model and Zampolli's former partner, adds another layer to that timeline. She has said she was flown on Epstein's plane as a teenager through Jean-Luc Brunel and saw very young girls around that world. She later worked with Zampolli's modeling agency and moved through elite social circles connected to Trump before her relationship with Zampolli collapsed into legal and immigration disputes. The central point is that the old, clean explanation — Zampolli introduced Melania to Trump, Epstein had nothing to do with it — now sits alongside a messier record of overlapping modeling networks, Epstein-linked figures, young foreign models, elite parties, immigration leverage, and people who keep showing up in the same circles.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein recruiter's FBI note contradicts Melania story — and may have triggered her panic - Raw Story

The newly released Epstein material adds serious weight to long-running suspicions that Zorro Ranch was not simply a remote New Mexico hideaway, but a heavily protected operational site built for secrecy, control, and secure communication. According to the analysis, Epstein's 2016 email exchange about internet service at the ranch shows him choosing the most expensive and difficult communications option available, one that allegedly required industrial or military-grade equipment and would have made outside interception extremely difficult. That matters because Zorro Ranch was already one of the most disturbing locations in Epstein's empire: a massive secluded property tied to abuse allegations, unexplained access, powerful visitors, and years of unanswered questions about why law enforcement never treated it with the same intensity as his New York, Palm Beach, or island properties. When a man like Epstein is building hardened communications at a remote compound, it becomes much harder to dismiss the ranch as just another billionaire playground.Taken together, the details point toward Zorro Ranch functioning as something closer to a protected command post than a normal private estate. The communications setup, the remote geography, the reported involvement of contractors with government and defense-world proximity, and Epstein's broader pattern of cultivating politicians, scientists, financiers, academics, and intelligence-adjacent figures all fit the profile of an operation designed to keep sensitive activity insulated from scrutiny. That does not mean every claim has been formally proven in court, but the pattern is too consistent to wave away as coincidence. Zorro Ranch looks less like a loose end and more like one of the central missing pieces of the Epstein map: a secluded compound with hardened infrastructure, elite access, trafficking allegations, and a level of protection that demands a far more aggressive investigation than it has ever received.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Little-known detail at Epstein's Zorro Ranch may point to CIA ties: veteran reporter - Raw Story

Nicholas Tartaglione, Jeffrey Epstein's former cellmate at MCC New York, is now claiming that Epstein returned to their shared cell in 2019 “visibly shaken” after allegedly being pressured by prosecutors to cooperate against Donald Trump in exchange for leniency. According to Tartaglione's version of events, Epstein was taken from the cell early in the morning by guards, questioned for hours, and later returned anxious and withdrawn while describing an alleged offer involving reduced charges and a transfer out of MCC. Tartaglione claims Epstein believed prosecutors wanted damaging information tied to Trump and that the pressure campaign left him rattled. However, these allegations rely almost entirely on Tartaglione's own recollection years after the fact, with no publicly produced documentation, recordings, or corroborating testimony confirming that such a deal or conversation ever occurred.That lack of evidence is especially important given Tartaglione's own background and credibility issues. Tartaglione is serving multiple life sentences for the murders of four men and has spent years portraying himself as the victim of a corrupt prosecution while repeatedly inserting himself into the Epstein narrative. He has denied assaulting Epstein despite prior reports that Epstein expressed fear of him and accused him of attacking him during the first alleged suicide incident. The timing and framing of these new claims are also difficult to ignore, as Tartaglione continues trying to recast himself as a whistleblower rather than a convicted killer. While the allegations undeniably add another bizarre layer to the already chaotic story surrounding Epstein's confinement at MCC, there is currently no independent evidence proving prosecutors attempted to pressure Epstein into manufacturing information about Trump or that the conversations occurred exactly as Tartaglione now describes them.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:Epstein left ‘visibly shaken' after undergoing ‘pressure' campaign involving Trump: report - Raw Story

Poor Jesse had a rough week, and Jenn was to blame for sending him a tweet about Amazon using AI chatbots to create podcast episodes for products. But soon his snarly frustration transforms into laughs as he shares one of the best product collaborations in Western history, a Kit Kat candy bar and Faraday cage for cellphones so people can take a real break rom those perpetual spy machines and/or distraction tools in our pockets.  It only went up, up, up from there.And Jesse's therapy is really paying off. Listeners will notice that he-who-must-not-be-named-especially-in-relation-to-rockets is not referenced. Well, mostly.The news stories:Is this Hell? Raw Story, Nicole Charky-ChamiMaryland Is First State to Ban Surveillance Pricing in Grocery Stores, The Guardian, Sanya MansoorKit Kat Wrapper Faraday Cage - Give Yourself a Break and Put Away that Cellphone! Boing Boing, Gail ShermanSubscriptions to ChatGPT DropDisney Announcements, no more phones on moving rides and use of facial recognitionMade and offered in love for you, dear listener. Send us Fan MailSupport the showSupport Curious Cat, an independent, human-made podcast!Anxious about AI? Take two minutes to contact your local politician and ask them to tap the brakes on this technology. Still worried? Contact one of the orgs below and get involved. But for today, hug your kid, cook food and really breathe in deep as it simmers, walk in nature, brush a cat, donate to the food bank, brew a cup of tea, or draw a five-minute portrait of your dog. ***Is AI the Devil? on Substack!***Hero Organizations:80,000 HoursCenter for Humane TechnologiesState of Surveillance, an organization that helps foster online privacyBuy Curious Cat Podcast a Coffee!

Anna Paulina Luna made a remarkably blunt admission while addressing the long-circulating theory that Jeffrey Epstein maintained blackmail material on powerful individuals, suggesting that if such evidence ever existed, it has “probably” already been destroyed. On its face, the statement sounds almost casual, but the implications are massive. For years, the possibility that Epstein collected kompromat has been one of the central questions hanging over the entire scandal—fueling speculation about how he maintained access, influence, and protection across elite circles. To now hear a sitting member of Congress essentially concede that any such material is likely gone doesn't resolve that question—it sidesteps it. It reframes the conversation from “Does it exist?” to “Even if it did, you're never going to see it,” which, whether intentional or not, lowers expectations for accountability before the investigation has even run its course.What makes the comment even more striking is the timing and context in which it's being made. This isn't happening in a vacuum—it's unfolding alongside ongoing disputes over the Epstein files, missing records, and accusations that key evidence has been withheld or mishandled. By floating the idea that potential blackmail material is already destroyed, the statement risks functioning less like an observation and more like narrative management. It plants the seed that the absence of evidence should be accepted as inevitable rather than interrogated. Critics could easily interpret that as a preemptive explanation for why certain answers may never surface, rather than a good-faith acknowledgment of uncertainty. In a case already defined by gaps, contradictions, and institutional failures, remarks like this don't close the loop—they widen it, raising fresh questions about who benefits from the assumption that whatever Epstein may have had is now permanently out of reach.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:GOP rep makes remarkable admission on Epstein 'blackmail' material: 'Probably destroyed' - Raw Story

The Trump administration has publicly shifted blame onto the judiciary after Judge Paul Engelmayer denied the DOJ's request to unseal the Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury transcripts. Officials characterized the ruling as the sole obstacle to transparency, framing the decision as an independent judicial choice that left them powerless. This narrative positions the court as the reason critical evidence remains sealed, sidestepping the fact that the administration's legal strategy relied on a request widely expected to be rejected under long-standing grand jury secrecy rules.Critics argue this was a calculated move, allowing the DOJ to appear committed to public disclosure while ensuring the outcome protected powerful individuals named in the proceedings. By portraying the denial as a judicial overreach, the administration diverts public scrutiny from its own role in structuring a motion that was legally doomed from the outset. The result is a narrative that casts the White House and DOJ as frustrated truth-seekers—while the practical effect is the continued suppression of information that could implicate high-profile figures in Epstein's network.Also...Reports that Ghislaine Maxwell could be considered for a work release program have drawn swift outrage, given the gravity of her crimes and the high-profile nature of her conviction. Critics point out that such leniency would be a slap in the face to survivors, especially in light of the systemic failures that allowed her and Jeffrey Epstein to operate for decades. The very notion of Maxwell leaving prison custody for any form of outside employment fuels accusations that the system remains rigged for the well-connected, where wealth and influence translate into privileges ordinary inmates could never dream of.The idea isn't just offensive—it's a stark reminder of how the justice system bends under the weight of celebrity and political entanglements. Work release for someone convicted of trafficking minors in connection with one of the most notorious sex abuse networks in modern history would send a clear message: if you're rich enough, powerful enough, and connected enough, consequences are negotiable. This isn't rehabilitation—it's erosion of accountability, and it turns the concept of justice into little more than a press release slogan.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:White House criticizes judge for blocking release of Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury materials | Fox News'Sickening!' Ghislaine Maxwell's work release from prison sparks outrage - Raw Story

LEAVING MAGA, FINDING EARTH DAY SOLARTOPIA   We start GREEP Zoom #263 with the wonderful MAGA refugee JENNIE GAGE reporting from Arizona and her brave new post-Trump/Mormon life.   Amidst the aftermath of the now-iconic AI image of Donald Trump as Jesus, we hear from star Raw Story reporter ALEXANDRIA JACOBSON.   According to both Jennie and Alexandria, the “trinity” of the Epstein Files, the Iran War and the economy is shredding the Trump MAGA camp forever.   Viktor Orban's monumental loss is tagged as a MAGA loss by Charisse Sebastian who emphasizes the need for “unconventional” thinking.   With memories of Hungary, we hear that SANDY BOLZENIUS remembers how Orban took power and has now been left in the dust by a worldwide people's movement.   From Minnesota, KARLA SAND comments that the Democratic Party is in a complete shambles.   Also from Ohio, MORGAN HARPER dissects the economic crisis tearing the Buckeye State into unpredictable, independent pieces as she reminds us that the root of the Epstein/Wexner scandal is still right there.   From the world of election security, NATHAN TAYLOR focuses on who owns the vote counting machines, and asks whose benefit do they and their “algorithmic behaviors” really serve?     EARTH DAY SOLARTOPIA!!   This special segment is to be broadcast nationwide for Earth Day 56, April 22, 2026.     We start our journey to save the planet with HOWIE HAWKINS, former Green Party presidential candidate with a full report from Ukraine, whose nuclear reactor are under apocalyptic attack, and where a grassroots movement is desperately trying to move that war-torn country to a 100% green-powered Solartopia.   As for nuclear security, reactor safety expert KEVIN KAMPS warns of the chance a reactor could be attacked with a drone and turned into an Apocalyptic nightmare. Legendary master economist GREG PALAST lays out the nitty-gritty of the multi-billion-dollar scams surrounding the failed nuclear reactors at Shoreham and elsewhere throughout the US. From New York's Indian Point the great SUSAN SHAPIRO brings to the crucible the insane multi-billion push to build ever-more reactors, even with the deeply discredited reprocessing scam that release climate changing gases that threaten human existence.   Forever activist/journalist KARL GROSSMAN adds to Greg's epic explanation of how citizen activism took down the Shoreham plant along with so many more. Renewable energy Godfather RON LEONARD condemns to corruption of the Long Island utility industry and recalls his pioneer history of bringing solar power to New York. From California legendary activist MYLA RESON reports that Congresswoman MAXINE WATERS blames the pro-nuke actions of radioactive Democrats on the money that permeates America's corrupt political system/swamp.   At Solartopia! we envision a totally post-fossil nuke green-powered Earth, and these great experts and activists are helping to make it happen. To join the fight, please contact Harvey “Sunny” Wasserman at solartopia@gmail.com and sign up for the Pacificanetwork.org's SOLARTOPIA! show going forward for the years to come.  As we launch at Earth Day, the Solartopia! Show promises the only route to a sustainable future of clean, green energy.... CONTACT:  SOLARTOPIA!  Radio:  solartopia@gmail.com  

Newly uncovered details draw a direct line between Jeffrey Epstein's New Mexico ranch and some of the most sensitive U.S. nuclear research sites, including Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratories. The ranch was reportedly outfitted with advanced communications infrastructure, including a microwave transmission system capable of sending and receiving data across long distances. Its positioning—geographically aligned between two major nuclear facilities—has fueled serious questions about whether the property functioned as more than just a private estate, potentially serving as a strategic relay point or data interception hub tied to highly sensitive information flows.The situation becomes even more explosive when looking at who later became connected to the ranch's communications licenses—an individual described as a close ally of Donald Trump. That overlap has intensified scrutiny around Epstein's broader network, suggesting that his operations may have extended into areas intersecting with national security, intelligence, or technological surveillance. When viewed alongside Epstein's known pattern of embedding himself among powerful institutions, the possibility that his activities reached into critical infrastructure adds a far more complex and disturbing dimension to what was already one of the most far-reaching scandals in modern history.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:‘Nuclear' link unearthed between Epstein and major Trump ally: report - Raw Story

This Day in Legal History: Poll TaxOn March 19, 1962, Congress approved a constitutional amendment to abolish the poll tax in federal elections, a practice that had long been used to suppress voter participation. The poll tax required citizens to pay a fee before casting a ballot, which disproportionately affected low-income individuals, especially African Americans in the South. By removing this financial barrier, Congress took a clear step toward expanding access to the democratic process. The amendment was later ratified as the Twenty-Fourth Amendment, cementing the principle that voting should not depend on one's ability to pay. This change reflected the growing influence of the civil rights movement, which pushed lawmakers to confront systemic inequality in voting laws. It also signaled a broader shift toward recognizing voting as a fundamental right rather than a conditional privilege.The legal reasoning behind abolishing the poll tax focused on fairness and equal protection, emphasizing that economic status should not determine political participation. Courts and lawmakers increasingly viewed such barriers as incompatible with democratic ideals. This moment in legal history continues to shape debates about what constitutes an undue burden on voters.Today, discussions around the SAVE Act, which proposes strict voter identification requirements, have raised similar questions about access and eligibility. Supporters argue that identification rules protect election integrity, despite there being no evidence of widespread voter fraud. Critics warn that they may disproportionately affect certain groups, including those with limited access to documentation. The comparison to the poll tax debate lies in how both policies raise concerns about whether procedural requirements might exclude eligible voters. While the mechanisms differ—one being a direct financial cost and the other an administrative requirement—the underlying legal tension remains similar. Lawmakers and courts must again weigh the balance between safeguarding elections and ensuring that access to voting remains broad and equitable.The Third Circuit heard arguments in a high-stakes appeal involving a $1.6 billion False Claims Act (FCA) verdict against Johnson & Johnson and broader challenges to the law's constitutionality. The FCA is a federal law that allows the government to pursue individuals or companies that defraud federal programs. It also lets private whistleblowers file lawsuits on the government's behalf and share in any financial recovery.Judges appeared reluctant to dismantle the FCA's whistleblower, or qui tam, mechanism, though they engaged seriously with arguments questioning its validity. Much of the discussion focused on whether private individuals wield too much power by bringing fraud claims on behalf of the government. An attorney for business groups argued that this structure improperly grants executive authority to non-government actors, while judges pushed back by pointing to the long historical use of such actions.A central issue in the case was “materiality,” meaning whether the alleged misconduct actually influenced the government's decision to pay claims. J&J argued there was no proof that its actions affected payment decisions, but the judges suggested that such determinations are typically left to juries. They also questioned whether J&J had properly preserved certain legal arguments for appeal. The Department of Justice disputed J&J's interpretation of its position, emphasizing that the evidence could still support liability under the FCA.The panel also examined the role of evidence and jury instructions, particularly how jurors were told to evaluate whether improper marketing led to false claims. J&J criticized the “substantial factor” standard used at trial, arguing it was unclear and insufficient. In response, the whistleblowers' counsel maintained that J&J was seeking a stricter standard than the law requires. Judges appeared to wrestle with whether the instructions properly guided the jury without overcomplicating the burden of proof.Overall, the arguments revealed judicial skepticism toward sweeping constitutional attacks on the FCA, alongside concern about how the specific trial was conducted. The case highlights ongoing legal debates over the balance between encouraging whistleblowers and ensuring fair limits on liability.Key Details As 3rd Circ. Ponders FCA's Fate, $1.6B J&J Fine - Law360Music company BMG has sued AI firm Anthropic, alleging it used copyrighted song lyrics from artists like Bruno Mars, the Rolling Stones, and Ariana Grande to train its Claude chatbot without permission. The lawsuit claims this involved copying hundreds of protected works, possibly sourced from unauthorized platforms, and seeks significant damages under U.S. copyright law.The case is part of a broader wave of lawsuits against AI companies over training data practices, including a similar ongoing suit by other music publishers and a prior $1.5 billion settlement Anthropic reached with authors. While BMG argues this use is unlawful infringement, AI companies like Anthropic maintain that training models on such material qualifies as fair use because it transforms the content.BMG sues Anthropic for using Bruno Mars, Rolling Stones lyrics in AI training | ReutersA Second Circuit judge sharply questioned OpenAI's position in a copyright dispute with Raw Story, expressing frustration that the company's lawyer could not explain whether its AI system copied articles or removed copyright management information (CMI). The judge suggested that this lack of clarity weakened OpenAI's argument, especially at an early stage without full discovery.OpenAI argued the case should be dismissed because the plaintiffs failed to show concrete harm or properly allege infringement, emphasizing that removing CMI alone does not violate a protected property right. The company also claimed the complaint relied too heavily on speculation rather than specific facts about how its systems operate. However, the judges appeared skeptical, noting that factual questions about copying and CMI removal might need further development.Raw Story countered that copying articles without CMI is itself a recognized legal injury and fits within longstanding copyright protections. The publishers also argued that OpenAI knowingly removed identifying information in a way that could enable infringement, which is prohibited under the DMCA. The panel ultimately took the case under advisement, leaving unresolved key questions about how copyright law applies to AI systems.2nd Circ. Judge Unimpressed By OpenAI's IP Suit Stance - Law360An immigration judge has ended the asylum claims of five-year-old Liam Conejo Ramos and his family after their detention during a large immigration operation in Minnesota. Liam and his father were taken into custody in January and held for about 10 days in a Texas facility before being released. Public attention grew after a widely shared image showed the child standing outside his home while federal agents were nearby.The ruling was issued by U.S. Immigration Judge John Burns, and the family's attorney has said they will appeal the decision, a process that could take a long time. Community members, including Liam's school district, expressed sadness and concern over the outcome while acknowledging that the legal process is ongoing.The case is tied to “Operation Metro Surge,” a large-scale enforcement effort that brought thousands of immigration agents to Minnesota. The operation led to widespread detentions and significant backlash, especially after two U.S. citizens were fatally shot during related protests or observations. The federal government later ended the operation, but local communities continue to deal with its emotional and economic effects.Advocates and officials have emphasized the broader human impact of the raid, particularly on children and families whose lives were disrupted. Liam's case has become a focal point in discussions about immigration enforcement and its consequences.Judge ends asylum claim of Minnesotan boy detained by ICE, report says | Reuters This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

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Synopsis:  Meet the fearless reporters who dare to shine a light on dark corners of American politics, tracking extremist groups and debunking disinformation with courage and conviction.Make a tax deductible YEAR END DONATION and become a member go to LauraFlanders.org/donate. This show is made possible by you! Description: Today's guests have paid a price for their reporting on far Right extremists. But if journalists don't do this critical work, then who will? The Trump administration is deprioritizing domestic terrorism to serve a political agenda, scaling back investigations of far-Right extremism while redirecting DHS agents to immigration crackdowns. As programs tracking domestic extremism are dismantled and January 6 rioters are recast as "patriots," journalists find themselves on the frontlines — and their attackers are now people in power. Jordan Green is an investigative reporter for Raw Story whose coverage on far-Right extremism has spanned from Charlottesville to January 6. He is currently working on a book about militant accelerationism. Green also reported on a story we've covered extensively on the show: the attack on two power stations in Moore County, North Carolina. A correspondent for the Texas Observer, investigative journalist Steven Monacelli has been tracking extremism, disinformation, social movements, and the influence of dark money in politics. He received the The Al Neuharth Innovation in Investigative Journalism Award for revealing the identities of far-Right extremists, including government employees. Freelance journalist Amanda Moore embedded with the far Right in 2020 and has faced backlash from far-Right groups for her reporting. Her reporting at present focuses on ICE and Border Control, and her work has appeared in the Nation, Politico, and the Intercept. Join us for this chilling conversation on threats against journalists and the implications for democracy, plus a commentary from Laura.Guests:•  Jordan Green: Investigative Journalist, Raw Story•  Steven Monacelli: Freelance Investigative Journalist; Correspondent, The Texas Observer;  publisher of Protean Magazine, a nonprofit literary magazine; co-founder of Apprentice Creative Space•  Amanda Moore: Freelance Investigative Journalist Watch the episode released on YouTube; airing on PBS World Channel 11:30am ET, and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings, or search here via zipcode). 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Ex-Soldier linked to far-right groups pleads guilty to gun charge, by Jordan Green, September 17, 2205, Raw Story•  I Was Banned From CPAC, but the Extremists Weren't, by Amanda Moore, February 27, 2024, The Nation•  Undercover With the New Alt-Right, by Amanda Moore, August 22, 2023, The Nation•  Trump Inauguration Official's “Phony Charity” Allegedly Pocketed East Palestine Train Disaster Funds, by Amanda Moore, January 19, 2025, The Intercept•  Revealed:  The Operators Behind Four Major Neo-Nazi X Accounts, by Steven Monacelli and Tristan Lee, December 4, 2024, Texas Observer•  The GOP Mega Donor Behind The Big to Break Dallas City Government, by Steven Monacelli, October 14, 2024, Texas Observer•  Parker County ‘White Nationalist Fight Club' Leader Exposed, by Steven Monacelli, February 15, 2024, Texas Observer•  “The Federal Government Is Gone:  Under Trump, the Fight Against Extremist Violence Is Left Up to the States, by Hannah Allam, May 29, 2025, ProPublica•  How MAGA Took Over America's 250th Birthday, by Amanda Moore and Dan Friedman, June 13, 2025, Mother Jones Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders-Executive Producer, Writer; Sabrina Artel-Supervising Producer; Jeremiah Cothren-Senior Producer; Veronica Delgado-Video Editor, Janet Hernandez-Communications Director; Jeannie Hopper-Audio Director, Podcast & Radio Producer, Audio Editor, Sound Design, Narrator; Sarah Miller-Development Director, Nat Needham-Editor, Graphic Design emeritus; David Neuman-Senior Video Editor, and Rory O'Conner-Senior Consulting Producer. 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Synopsis:  Journalists Investigating Far-Right Extremism Face Growing Threats: As the Trump administration scales back investigations into far-right extremist groups, journalists on the front lines are facing increased attacks and threats from powerful figures.Make a tax deductible YEAR END DONATION and become a member go to LauraFlanders.org/donate. This show is made possible by you! Description: Today's guests have paid a price for their reporting on far Right extremists. But if journalists don't do this critical work, then who will? The Trump administration is deprioritizing domestic terrorism to serve a political agenda, scaling back investigations of far-Right extremism while redirecting DHS agents to immigration crackdowns. As programs tracking domestic extremism are dismantled and January 6 rioters are recast as "patriots," journalists find themselves on the frontlines — and their attackers are now people in power. Jordan Green is an investigative reporter for Raw Story whose coverage on far-Right extremism has spanned from Charlottesville to January 6. He is currently working on a book about militant accelerationism. Green also reported on a story we've covered extensively on the show: the attack on two power stations in Moore County, North Carolina. A correspondent for the Texas Observer, investigative journalist Steven Monacelli has been tracking extremism, disinformation, social movements, and the influence of dark money in politics. He received the The Al Neuharth Innovation in Investigative Journalism Award for revealing the identities of far-Right extremists, including government employees. Freelance journalist Amanda Moore embedded with the far Right in 2020 and has faced backlash from far-Right groups for her reporting. Her reporting at present focuses on ICE and Border Control, and her work has appeared in the Nation, Politico, and the Intercept. Join us for this chilling conversation on threats against journalists and the implications for democracy, plus a commentary from Laura.Guests:•  Jordan Green: Investigative Journalist, Raw Story•  Steven Monacelli: Freelance Investigative Journalist; Correspondent, The Texas Observer;  publisher of Protean Magazine, a nonprofit literary magazine; co-founder of Apprentice Creative Space•  Amanda Moore: Freelance Investigative Journalist Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation. These audio exclusives are made possible thanks to our member supporters. Watch the episode released on YouTube; PBS World Channel December 7th, 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 December 10th.Full Episode Notes are located HERE.Music Credit:  'Thrum of Soil' by Bluedot Sessions, and original sound design by Jeannie Hopper Support Laura Flanders and Friends by becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/c/lauraflandersandfriends RESOURCES:Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes:•  Power Grids Under Attack: The Threat is Domestic Terrorism – Not Drag Artists:  Watch / Listen:  Episode Cut•  What is Political Violence? Uncovering MAGA Militancy & Strategies to Protect Democracy:  Watch / Listen:  Episode Cut and Full Uncut Conversation•  Congresswoman Jayapal & Marine Vet Goldbeck: Standing Against the Administration's War on Civilians:  Watch / Listen:  Episode Cut and Full Uncut ConversationRelated Articles and Resources:•  I've Seen How the Neo-Nazi Movement Is Escalating. You Should Worry.  By Jordan Green, July 14, 2025, The Assembly NC•  Pentagon Marine tied to ‘6 bullets to head' threat against Pete Hegseth won't face probe, by Jordan Green, November 7, 2025, Raw Story•. Ex-Soldier linked to far-right groups pleads guilty to gun charge, by Jordan Green, September 17, 2205, Raw Story•  I Was Banned From CPAC, but the Extremists Weren't, by Amanda Moore, February 27, 2024, The Nation•  Undercover With the New Alt-Right, by Amanda Moore, August 22, 2023, The Nation•  Trump Inauguration Official's “Phony Charity” Allegedly Pocketed East Palestine Train Disaster Funds, by Amanda Moore, January 19, 2025, The Intercept•  Revealed:  The Operators Behind Four Major Neo-Nazi X Accounts, by Steven Monacelli and Tristan Lee, December 4, 2024, Texas Observer•  The GOP Mega Donor Behind The Big to Break Dallas City Government, by Steven Monacelli, October 14, 2024, Texas Observer•  Parker County ‘White Nationalist Fight Club' Leader Exposed, by Steven Monacelli, February 15, 2024, Texas Observer•  “The Federal Government Is Gone:  Under Trump, the Fight Against Extremist Violence Is Left Up to the States, by Hannah Allam, May 29, 2025, ProPublica•  How MAGA Took Over America's 250th Birthday, by Amanda Moore and Dan Friedman, June 13, 2025, Mother Jones Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders-Executive Producer, Writer; Sabrina Artel-Supervising Producer; Jeremiah Cothren-Senior Producer; Veronica Delgado-Video Editor, Janet Hernandez-Communications Director; Jeannie Hopper-Audio Director, Podcast & Radio Producer, Audio Editor, Sound Design, Narrator; Sarah Miller-Development Director, Nat Needham-Editor, Graphic Design emeritus; David Neuman-Senior Video Editor, and Rory O'Conner-Senior Consulting Producer. 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In this episode professional snowboarder Kimmy Fasani joins the Ski Moms to share her incredibly raw and honest journey of balancing elite athletic performance with motherhood and a breast cancer diagnosis. From her early days learning to ski at age 2 in Truckee to becoming a professional snowboarder in Mammoth Lakes, Kimmy opens up about the realities of maintaining a career in action sports while raising two young boys. She discusses her powerful documentary "Butterfly in a Blizzard," which chronicles eight years of her life including pregnancy, early motherhood, loss, and her breast cancer journey. Kimmy emphasizes the importance of breast cancer awareness, self-exams, and having supportive partners who advocate for your health. She also shares insights about meditation practices learned from her mother, the Benchetler Fasani Foundation she started with her husband, and her cookbook "The Mountain Baker." This conversation tackles the unglamorous realities of early motherhood, the pressure working mothers face, and how life's challenges can ultimately lead to deeper self-discovery and purpose.Keep up with the latest from Kimmy:Watch the Movie on Amazon PrimeWebsite: www.kimmyfasani.com/mystoryInstagram: @kimmyfasaniFacebook: www.facebook.com/people/Kimmy-Fasani/100046709361900/Benchetler Fasani Foundation: www.bf-foundation.org/Notable QuotesOn Motherhood Transformation: "Becoming a parent or a parent figure is a dynamic shift in anybody's life. And there's Junior Lease appointments at Ski Haus are open! Book for each child 16 or under to get skis or a snowboard, boots, and bindings—plus a free Tenney season pass, Cranmore ticket & more. skihaus.com This autumn, Ulster County is the perfect place for a family-friendly getaway. Learn more at visitulstercountyny.com/ Join us at the Snowbound Expo in Boston at the Menino Convention & Exhibition Center from November 14-16, 2025. Get your $5 day passes or $10 weekend tickets with code MOMTRENDS10 here. Shop the Diamant Weekend Warrior Bag 2.0 at www.diamantskiing.com and use code SKIMOMS to save 10%Invest in your season with this TSA Approved carry-on boot bag, it's a game changer and built to last. Support the showKeep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.theskimoms.coSki Moms Discount Page: https://www.theskimoms.co/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 13,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskimoms/ Send us an email and let us know what guests and topics you'd like to hear next! Sarah@skimomsfun.comNicole@skimomsfun.com

Today's West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy Podcast for our especially special Daily Special, River City Hash Mondays is now available on the Spreaker Player!Starting off in the Bistro Cafe, MAGA Republicans pulled an “insane” last minute scheme in court.Then, on the rest of the menu, Intel said DEI was ‘instrumental' to innovation, then suddenly stopped talking about it when Trump confiscated part of the company; Trump ordered a Peace Vigil that has stood in Lafayette Park for over forty years dismantled for being a “hazard to those visiting the White House and the surrounding areas;” and, a MAGA Marines' shocking ties to pro-Russian neo-Nazis has been exposed after Raw Story sued the Trump-led Naval Criminal Investigative Service.After the break, we move to the Chef's Table where South Korea leaders feel betrayed over the detainment of hundreds of workers at the Hyundai plant raid in Georgia; and, undersea cables cut in the Red Sea disrupted internet access in Asia and the Mideast.All that and more, on West Coast Cookbook & Speakeasy with Chef de Cuisine Justice Putnam.Bon Appétit!The Netroots Radio Live Player​Keep Your Resistance Radio Beaming 24/7/365!"I was never a spy. I was with the OSS organization. We had a number of women, but we were all office help." -- Julia ChildBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/west-coast-cookbook-speakeasy--2802999/support.

The Trump administration has publicly shifted blame onto the judiciary after Judge Paul Engelmayer denied the DOJ's request to unseal the Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury transcripts. Officials characterized the ruling as the sole obstacle to transparency, framing the decision as an independent judicial choice that left them powerless. This narrative positions the court as the reason critical evidence remains sealed, sidestepping the fact that the administration's legal strategy relied on a request widely expected to be rejected under long-standing grand jury secrecy rules.Critics argue this was a calculated move, allowing the DOJ to appear committed to public disclosure while ensuring the outcome protected powerful individuals named in the proceedings. By portraying the denial as a judicial overreach, the administration diverts public scrutiny from its own role in structuring a motion that was legally doomed from the outset. The result is a narrative that casts the White House and DOJ as frustrated truth-seekers—while the practical effect is the continued suppression of information that could implicate high-profile figures in Epstein's network.Also...Reports that Ghislaine Maxwell could be considered for a work release program have drawn swift outrage, given the gravity of her crimes and the high-profile nature of her conviction. Critics point out that such leniency would be a slap in the face to survivors, especially in light of the systemic failures that allowed her and Jeffrey Epstein to operate for decades. The very notion of Maxwell leaving prison custody for any form of outside employment fuels accusations that the system remains rigged for the well-connected, where wealth and influence translate into privileges ordinary inmates could never dream of.The idea isn't just offensive—it's a stark reminder of how the justice system bends under the weight of celebrity and political entanglements. Work release for someone convicted of trafficking minors in connection with one of the most notorious sex abuse networks in modern history would send a clear message: if you're rich enough, powerful enough, and connected enough, consequences are negotiable. This isn't rehabilitation—it's erosion of accountability, and it turns the concept of justice into little more than a press release slogan.to contact me:bobbycapucci@protonmail.comsource:White House criticizes judge for blocking release of Ghislaine Maxwell grand jury materials | Fox News'Sickening!' Ghislaine Maxwell's work release from prison sparks outrage - Raw Story

Joe Walsh is a former Republican Congressman from Illinois elected to Congress in the TEA Party wave of 2010. Following his service in Congress, Walsh became one of the most popular conservative talk radio hosts in the country, syndicated in major markets throughout the U.S. In August of 2019 Joe became a candidate for President of the United States, waging a Republican primary challenge against Donald Trump. Joe is the author of F*CK SILENCE: Calling Trump Out for the Cultish, Moronic, Authoritarian Con Man He Is released in February of 2020. Joe is currently the Director of The Social Contract and the host of a podcast called, “The Social Contract With Joe Walsh,” where Joe has weekly conversations with other well-known people to model how to have respectful conversations with those you disagree with. Joe comes from the MAGA base and also spends a lot of time engaging, respectfully, with that base. Joe can be seen regularly on CNN, MSNBC and News Nation and has been written up in major publications like the NYT, Washington Post, The Daily Beast, The Guardian, Raw Story and Newsweek Joe's super smart, funny and brutally honest. And, he's now a democrat! Join us for this engaging, pull-no-punches chat about Trump's march towards autocracy, the Musk breakup, the Big Ugly-Ass Bill, Mamdani and the NYC mayoral race, the '26 midterms, and why he joined his new party. Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced by Andy Ostroy, Matty Rosenberg, and Jennifer Hammoud @ Radio Free Rhiniecliff Design by Cricket Lengyel

What happens when life hits harder than your hardest bars? In this powerful episode of I Am Refocused Radio, we sit down with Robert “B-Cide” Cardillo II — a veteran rapper, producer, entrepreneur, and author of the raw memoir Myelin My Shoes. After 25+ years in the underground music scene, B-Cide was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in 2011. But instead of letting it break him, he turned the pain into power. From the stage to the wheelchair, from mixtapes to memoirs, from mental battles to building his streetwear brand 55 Strong — his journey is about reinvention, resilience, and realness.If you've ever felt like life knocked you down and left you there — this conversation is for you.

“By the time he left, I felt like I was close to a mental breakdown. And I would tell my husband over and over, I can't do this long, much longer. I just can't.  You know, I would go sit in the Walmart parking lot for three hours until he went to bed. And so I was avoiding my whole family. That affected my husband because here my husband is supposed to be my protector, but legally he can't protect me against this thirteen-year-old who's constantly verbally abusing me.” Hi Neighbor, Navigating the complexities of parenting a child with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD) is a journey few understand, yet many adoptive parents endure in silence.  In this episode, I sit down with Karen, an adoptive mother of six and a survivor of the extraordinary challenges RAD can bring to a family. Her vulnerability is a reminder that while this path is isolating, hope and healing are possible. RAD is a daily battle that can reshape a family. In Karen, we see what it means to survive, to keep going, and to find strength through connection and support. Anchors of Hope and Healing are on the way. Your Neighbor, Tim P.S. You're not alone in this journey! I've set aside a limited number of free spots on a first come, first served basis and I'd love for you to be a part of it. To schedule a time with me, just email me tim@anchorsofencouragement.com If you haven't joined our private community, consider this an invitation. It's a safe space to share your struggles and triumphs with fellow adoptive parents who truly understand what you're going through.

Sabrina Haake is a federal trial attorney with twenty years of experience specializing in First and 14th Amendment defense. Her essays have been featured in the Chicago Tribune, the Chicago Reader, and Raw Story. Her Substack newsletter is The Haake Take. Sabrina Haake reflects on how the Age of Trump and his return to power have negatively impacted the interpersonal relationships and mental and emotional health of the American people -- and how they need to hold on to hope and a belief in human decency when it is so easy to so succumb to cynicism and despair in these dark times. She also ponders how and why so many “good” “everyday” Germans were able to sustain living in a state of denial about how their society was succumbing to evil in human history during the 1930s and beyond. And Sabrina Haake shares her personal life journey of overcoming poverty and abuse and how that has impacted her moral framework, public voice, and commitment to democracy and a more humane society. WHERE CAN YOU FIND ME? On Twitter: https://twitter.com/chaunceydevega On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chauncey.devega My email: chaunceydevega@gmail.com HOW CAN YOU SUPPORT THE CHAUNCEY DEVEGA SHOW? Via Paypal at ChaunceyDeVega.com: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thechaunceydevegashow   https://www.patreon.com/TheTruthReportPodcast

Matt Laslo's a veteran congressional correspondent, professor, writer and in-demand public speaker. At the Capitol, Matt operates The LCB (Laslo Congressional Bureau) — a regionally-focused, national wire service that brings the Capitol to life for millions. In 2023, Matt also founded Ask a Pol — a new, people-powered press corps. It now boasts an active community of thousands of subscribers, and is growing daily.  Since 2019, Matt's been a WIRED magazine contributor. Over the years, he's also been a regular contributor with VICE News, VICE News Tonight (HBO), Rolling Stone, Raw Story, The Daily Beast and Playboy, et. He's also an adjunct professor at a handful of universities, including Johns Hopkins and Boston University.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/night-dreams-talk-radio-with-gary-anderson--2788432/support.

Out & About with Antionette Blake Episode 170: From Loss to Legacy: Groundbreaking of Raw Story Drive in Wilmington Host: Antionette Blake - Social Media Manager |Author |Blogger | Speaker | Branding Specialist Guest: Donald Thompson Produced by: Elite Conversations Podcast Media www.eliteconversations.com

This is a panel discussion.Dave Levinthal is based in Washington, D.C., Dave has led Raw Story's newsroom as editor-in-chief and served as deputy editor of Business Insider, where he oversaw the publications political investigations and enterprise journalism.Lincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University.Stephen Pimpareis Professor of Public Policy at Vermont Law and Graduate School.Aaron Rosenthalis the research director for North Star Policy ActionThe discussion covers many topics.- Cost of living for US residents continues to rise- The age of the members of Congress is high, not representative of the population- The regulatory commissions are not working- The funding of local elections is no longer local- The Qatar plane for Trump WNHNFM.ORG  productionMusic: David Rovics

Part 1:We talk with Cameron Joseph, who is s a senior Washington reporter for The Christian Science Monitor.  Prior to that, he was a freelance reporter with work in publications including The Guardian, The Columbia Journalism Review, the Los Angeles Times, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Politico Magazine. He previously was a staff reporter for VICE News, Talking Points Memo, the New York Daily News, The Hill, and National Journal. He's covered Washington since 2009, with most of his career focused on elections, Capitol Hill, and the White House. He is a recipient of the 2023National Press Foundation Dirksen Award for distinguished reporting on Congress and the 2020National Press Club award for excellence in political journalism.We discuss the increasing more authoritarian aspect of the current administration. Trump ignores the rule of law, and has essentially taken control of the media, which do not correct his statements. Congress is completely dysfunctional.Part 2:We talk with Robert Hennelly, who is an award-winning print and broadcast journalist focusing on labor, public health, national security, the economy, public finance and the environment. He is the New York City Hall reporter for Work-Bites and his weekly Monday morning radio program on WBAI closely tracks the latest local, regional and national labor movement news. Hennelly is also a regular contributor to InsiderNJ,  Salon, the Village Voice, Raw Story and City & State. For over a decade, he was a reporter for WNYC covering New Jersey, New York and national politics. For several years, he was also the City Hall reporter for the Chief Leader newspaper, and a regular contributor to WBGO, the NPR jazz affiliate in Newark, NJ. His work has appeared in the New York Times, the Christian Science Monitor, the Miami Herald, the Detroit Free Press, CBS Money Watch, and dozens of other publications both in the United States and overseas.His book Stucknation: Can the US Change the Course of Its History of Choosing Profits Over People was published in 2022 by Democracy@Work.We discuss the arrest of Mayor Baraka of Newark, NJ. The Gestapo tactics used during an occasion when the mayor was performing his official duty are disturbing.  

Episode 274: Chef Brother Luck - Resilience, Redemption, and Redefining SuccessDive deep into the incredible journey of Chef Brother Luck, a celebrated culinary figure in Colorado Springs and beyond. In this raw and vulnerable conversation, Brother shares his path from a challenging youth in California, finding mentorship in Phoenix vocational programs, to becoming a nationally recognized chef competing on shows like Top Chef and Beat Bobby Flay. But beneath the accolades lies a powerful story of struggle. Brother opens up about:• The impact of losing his father and finding positive male role models.• Overcoming a difficult past and avoiding negative influences.• His competitive drive honed through high school cooking competitions.• The hidden mental health battle that led him to secretly leave Top Chef Kentucky after a suicide attempt.• His powerful realization: "Your story is not meant for you."• His journey into sobriety, the challenges and clarity it brought, and normalizing non-alcoholic options in the hospitality industry.• Leadership philosophy: Focusing on mentorship, employee well-being, and building trust.• His creative evolution, including his passion for DJing and combining music with food.• His perspective on the growing Colorado Springs food scene and the importance of community.• His book: "Life is Hard, but there is hope."This episode is a must-listen for aspiring chefs, entrepreneurs, anyone facing adversity, and those passionate about mental health awareness and the Colorado Springs community.Find Chef Brother Luck:Instagram/Facebook: @chefbrotherluckWebsite: https://www.chefbrotherluck.com/Restaurants: Four by Brother Luck, 1118 N Tejon St (Tapas Bar)Book: "Life is Hard, but there is hope" (Amazon, Audible, Spotify Premium)Connect with COS Business Podcast:https://www.instagram.com/cos.bizpodcast/https://www.tiktok.com/@cos.bizpodcastListen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1jSQ8OQSi0rprCcxTGx0KB?si=hpkxA-nkQOWSs6uBf7dYbgSupport Our Sponsors:Local Sponsors:Planet Duct: Your go-to cleaning service in Colorado Springs. https://www.planetduct.com/ Pinnacle Advanced Primary Care: Hassle-free healthcare. https://www.pinnacleapc.com Franchise Succeed: Elevate your business through franchising. https://www.franchisesucceed.com Epoch Eyewear: Timeless Quality, Modern Edge. https://epocheyewear.com/ HomeDay : https://gethomeday.com/ Exponential Impact: https://www.exponentialimpact.com/ Fast Signs: https://www.fastsigns.com/ Cars Helping Charities: https://carshelpingcharities.org/ Celebrity DJ: https://celebrity-dj.com/ Storybook Destinations - https://www.storybookdestinations.com/ Dream Accounting - https://dreamaccountingsolutions.com/ Awesome Home Services - https://www.awesomeservice.com/ Michael Schoening Legal Shield - http://MSchoening.legalshieldassociat...Reveal Med Spa - https://revealmedspas.com/#BrotherLuck #TopChef #ColoradoSprings #ChefLife #MentalHealthAwareness #Sobriety #Entrepreneurship #Resilience #Foodie #COSBusinessPodcast #Hospitality

Stephen Pimpare is Professor of Public Policy at Vermont Law and Graduate School. He is the author of four books, including A People's History of Poverty and, most recently, Politics for Social Workers: A Practical Guide to Effecting ChangeLincoln Mitchell teaches political science and public policy at Columbia University. He is the author of nine books and his writings have appeared at CNN, Reuters, the New York Times, NBC, the San Francisco Examiner and numerous other media platforms. For more of Lincoln's work you can subscribe to his Substack “Kibitzing with Lincoln” at /lincolnmitchell.substack.com/.”Dave Levinthal Based in Washington, D.C., Dave has led Raw Story's newsroom as editor-in-chief and served as deputy editor of Business Insider, where he oversaw the publication's political investigations and enterprise journalism. Dave has also worked as an editor or reporter at the Center for Public Integrity, Politico, OpenSecrets, the Dallas Morning News and the Eagle-Tribune.His articles have appeared in dozens of publications, including The Atlantic, TIME, Politico Magazine, Rolling Stone, Slate, Salon, Daily Beast and Columbia Journalism Review.We have a discussion about the various issues of importance today:-Verbal and threatened physical attacks on judges who disagree with the administration, including threats for future actions.-The lawlessness of the Trump administration with its tsunami of actions-Defiance of court orders and rulings-Wiping historical references to Blacks, women, and others.-Democratic leadership is absent, with a few exceptions-The need for massive, very public demonstrations against Trump and Musk-Appeasement to Trump by large law firms and universities.The WI Supreme Court race, and Musk's large dollar spend.Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025-

Part 1:We talk with Anders Croy, Communications Director, DeSantis Watch, Florida Watch.We discuss attempts by the Florida Legislature to limit the reach and power of the Citizen-Led Amendment law in Florida, and the effects that would have.We also talk about the secret Insurance Report, which revealed the corruption in the insurance industry in Florida, and which has finally been revealed after the original 2022 completion.We discuss the rise in electricity prices in Florida and how prices are set.Part 2:We talk with Mark Joseph Stern, who write for Slate.com, and has been quoted in Raw Story.We discuss the GOP spending bill, and its contents, and why it is important that the Democrats DO NOT approve it.a. sequestering for no reason, local tax money that Washington D.C. needs to pay police, fire fighters, teachers, etc.b. transgender rights are being attacked, and SCOTUS is interfering in licensing decisions that professional associations require. (Doctors, pharmacists, others)c. The OPM Director filed a sworn Declaration about demand for firing in various government agencies, and later rescinded his Declaration when summoned to court. He reuses to testify. Music: From David Rovics, “The Richest Man in the World Says So”, 2025

This week we take a look at a few more articles of leftist "journalism" taking some of the more inaccurate takes on what's going on in regards to the war in Ukraine and the future of NATO.Kyiv's White House wooing implodes as Zelenskyy tells the truth about Trump | Ukraine | The GuardianPete Hegseth's tenure at the Pentagon goes from bad to worse'I think that's over': Retired general declares death of key U.S. alliance - Raw Story

Have you listened to the FULL EPISODE yet?"They want you to be the old you because it makes them being comfortable. The new you makes people be uncomfortable." - JeezyIn a deeply personal conversation, rap icon Jeezy opens up about a pivotal moment that changed the trajectory of his life - a $10 million bail situation with his crew that exposed hard truths about loyalty and responsibility. After getting everyone out of jail and receiving no support in return, Jeezy faced the devastating realization that despite his unwavering support for others, that same dedication wasn't reciprocated. This awakening led him to make what he describes as the hardest decision of his life: choosing to walk alone.The conversation reveals Jeezy's remarkable journey from a place of constant fear and anxiety about impending imprisonment to a path of deliberate personal growth. At 40 years old, he began seeking wisdom from thought leaders like Robert Greene, John Maxwell, and TD Jakes, transforming not just his mindset but his entire approach to life. Through this evolution, Jeezy discovered that changing oneself often means growing apart from familiar circles, as he learned that "the new you makes people be uncomfortable."Sign up for the Greatness newsletter!

Want to know how my client built a half-million dollar business in lifetime revenue while putting family first?The short story is that it wasn't about finding the "perfect" strategy...The longer story involves deep inner work, radical responsibility, and a willingness to do business differently than what everyone says "should" work.Today, I'm sitting down with my incredible client Rebecca Hall, who vulnerably shares how she built a sustainable business while navigating motherhood, personal challenges, and a complete evolution of her entire business model.Here's the truth - while other business owners were chasing quick wins and surface-level strategy, Rebecca focused on doing the deeper work that most people skip. The result? A thriving business that's generated nearly half a million in revenue while giving her the freedom to be there for life's most important moments.Tune in as we share...The real reason most people don't scale their service-based businesses (and what actually works instead)Why caring "too much" about your clients can be your biggest business advantageHow to turn your highest standards into fuel for growthThe inner work that creates sustainable outer successWhat actually creates unshakeable self-trust in businessWhy slowing down can be the fastest path to scaling upThe unexpected gift of being willing to do business differentlyPlus, I'm sharing details about how you can work with me in 2025 so that this could be YOUR success story we're celebrating in just months from now.This episode is for you if you're:Ready for 2025 to be the year you build a business that honors both profit AND purposeCraving proof that you can scale beyond your wildest dreams without sacrificing authenticityCurious to know WHAT the deeper work IS that most people skip + how you can steal these practices to amplify your aligned growthReady to turn your high standards into your superpowerTune in now!Ready to step into 2025 with expert support from someone who understands both the strategic AND soul elements of scaling a business so that you can scale in an aligned and authentic way to 500k and beyond?Apply to work with me here.Come follow me on IG, and DM me "TRUTH" if this episode resonated - I LOVE connecting with you in the DMs!LINKS + WORK WITH REBECCA:Follow Rebecca on Instagram: @the_wellness_hallMEAL + MINDSET RESET: Start the new year off with a bang, get a taste of what transformative wellness coaching is like with Rebecca's 30-day intensive that is a deep dive into your thoughts and feelings around food and your own health and wellbeing. And walk away with a blueprint for how to take charge of the rest of the year by putting yourself as a priority, healing your relationship with food and exercise and transforming how you feel.>> Learn more hereMOTHERHOOD WELLNESS AND WEIGHT LOSS: Rebecca's group program launching in February 2025>> Get the details by sending Rebecca a DM on Instagram1:1 SUPPORT: Rebecca currently has 2 spaces left in her 1-1 BEFORE prices increase from February 2025. This high-touch, transformative container is the best place to start seeing real change and feeling fully supported with your health and wellbeing.>> Learn more about 1:1 support with Rebecca by sending her a DM on Instagram

From poetry writer to building a million-dollar consulting firm, Jonathan shares his unconventional path to success. Learn how he transitioned from publishing 7 books to leading a hospital's senior team and founding a thriving consulting firm. He discusses leadership during growth, building psychological safety, and selling his company via a management buyout. This candid conversation offers insights on career pivots, scaling businesses, creating strong company culture, and staying true to your values.CHAPTERS:IntroJonathan's BackstoryTransitioning CareersNonprofits and Management ConsultantsFinding ClientsDaniel Priestley InsightsThe Valley of Death ExplainedLeading Without DirectionHiring Criteria for CompaniesImportance of Psychological SafetyWorking with JonathanContacting JonathanWorking with Kenhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/bennettjonathan/https://clearlythen.com/ABOUT OUR HOST:Ken Eslick is an Entrepreneur, Author, Podcaster, Tony Robbins Trainer, Life Coach, Husband of 35+ Years, and Grandfather. Ken currently spends his time as the President & Founder of The Leaders Lab where he and his team focus on Leadership Talent Acquisition. They get founders the next level C-Suite Leaders they need to go from being an Inc. Magazine 5000 fastest growing company to $100,000,000 + in revenue.  You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/#howtorunacommunity #leadership #feedback #careerchange #youngtechleadersJonathan Bennett is an advisor and executive coach for purpose-driven leaders who need help solving their organization's toughest obstacles. With experience in urban, rural, remote, and First Nations communities, Jonathan's expertise is in social purpose business strategy, governance, branding, change, and communications. His coaching draws on 25 years of creativity and leadership success as a CEO, board member, and founder, and he is known for his deep-listening and his breakthrough solutions that create insights and new strategies.You can learn more about Ken and his team attheleaderslab.coListen to more episodes on Mission Matters:https://missionmatters.com/author/ken-eslick/

What happens when your life changes in the blink of an eye? In this powerful finale of our 12 Days of Giving series, successful business owner Shana Sissel shares her raw, unfiltered journey through an unimaginable year. After suddenly losing her partner, Shana faced a devastating stage 4 cancer diagnosis while running her company and raising her young son as a single mother. But what started as a story of loss transformed into an inspiring testament to human resilience, the power of community, and finding unexpected joy in life's darkest moments.This episode goes beyond the typical cancer survival story - it's a masterclass in vulnerability, leadership, and the profound impact of letting others in when everything feels like it's falling apart. Shana's candid account of maintaining her business through personal crisis while learning to accept help offers valuable insights for entrepreneurs, leaders, and anyone facing life's overwhelming challenges.From learning to walk again to achieving cancer-free status within months, Shana's story reminds us that even in our lowest moments, we're never truly alone. Her message of hope, resilience, and the unexpected gifts that can emerge from life's greatest challenges will leave you inspired and ready to face whatever comes your way.Visit https://www.banrioncapital.com/ to learn more about Shana's work and connect with her team.Shoot us a message, we are here for you and we listen!As always we ask you to comment, DM, whatever it takes to have a conversation to help you take the next step in your journey, reach out on any platform!Twitter, FaceBook, Instagram, Tiktok, Linkedin

Part Three. Today's episode has a unique twist: I'm interviewing a storytelling expert to share his own story. My guest, Chris Hare, is a strategic narrative advisor and coach for companies like Amazon and Microsoft, guiding leaders and executives with his approach, Atomic Storytelling. His method breaks down complex stories into their core, resonant elements. In this three-part series, we'll journey through Chris's experiences in three stages. On Wednesday, in Part 1, we explored his expertise in helping businesses craft compelling corporate stories and understand the connection between story and narrative. On Thursday, in Part 2, we looked at storytelling for personal transformation as Chris shared some of the best and worst stories he had heard or felt.  He also opened up about his own mental health challenges. Then, today, in Part 3, he'll introduce tools we can use to develop our own stories and narratives. And here's a personal confession—I told him one of his exercises might just make me cry! I'll also be sharing my own experience with another exercise, highlighting both its challenges and insights. Key Highlights of Our Interview: The Power of a Reflective Movie Theater Exercise “I have people visualize that movie that plays is actually not the blockbuster. It's actually your life playing and your career…What might you call that movie?” Beyond the Corporate 360: Finding Stories That Matter “This is not the 360 that many of us from corporate America are used to…the goal here is to go and talk to three to five people who know you, care about you, and want you to succeed.” Feedback as a Double-Edged Sword “People could give feedback that might reinforce the wrong narrative…we just have to be careful and think about them as inputs, not absolute truths.” The Weight of Opinions and Invisible Biases “We unknowingly put more weight on some people's opinions than others…whether it's because of the friendship, the level of friendship, or the position they have.” Rewriting Stories with Every Interaction “I'm never telling the same story twice. I'm rewriting the story as I'm telling you based on your face, your facial expressions, your body language, your tone of voice. There are all those factors that play into it that make it incredibly complex.” Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Chris Hare Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 3% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 1.8 Million+ Downloads 50+ Countries

This Day in Legal History: Beer Hall PutschOn November 8, 1923, Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party launched a failed coup known as the Beer Hall Putsch in Munich, Germany. Hitler, alongside other far-right leaders, sought to overthrow the Weimar Republic by forcibly taking control of the Bavarian government and inspiring a national revolution. The plan was set into motion when Hitler and his supporters stormed a Munich beer hall where Bavarian officials were gathered, intending to coerce them into backing the coup. However, the attempt quickly unraveled. As the Nazis marched through Munich, they were met with resistance from police forces, resulting in a violent confrontation that left 15 Nazi supporters and four police officers dead. The coup collapsed within hours, and Hitler was subsequently arrested and tried for treason. Sentenced to five years in prison, he served only one but used this time to dictate Mein Kampf, a manifesto outlining his extremist ideology and future plans for Germany. Though the Beer Hall Putsch was a tactical failure, it marked a significant turning point for Hitler and the Nazi Party. The publicity surrounding Hitler's trial and imprisonment gave him a national platform, which he used to spread his message and gain a wider following. The failed coup illustrated both the fragility of the Weimar Republic and the determination of extremist groups to challenge democratic governance in Germany, foreshadowing the political upheaval that would follow in the coming years.A federal judge has once again dismissed claims seeking to hold Mark Zuckerberg personally responsible in multiple lawsuits accusing Meta and other social media companies of causing addictive behavior in children. US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers found that the updated complaints failed to meet the legal standards required to establish Zuckerberg's individual liability. While this ruling removes Zuckerberg as an individual defendant, it does not affect the ongoing claims against Meta as a company. Plaintiffs argue that Zuckerberg ignored internal warnings from Meta employees regarding the potential dangers of Instagram and Facebook for younger users, allegedly concealing this information from the public.Corporate law traditionally shields CEOs from personal liability, making it challenging to hold Zuckerberg accountable without clear evidence of direct involvement. Judge Rogers noted that, although future evidence might reveal more direct actions by Zuckerberg, the present allegations do not meet the threshold for corporate officer liability. This legal action is part of a broader litigation effort, involving over 1,000 lawsuits by families and school districts in California against Meta, Google, ByteDance, and Snap, alleging similar harms related to social media addiction among adolescents.Zuckerberg Avoids Personal Liability in Meta Addiction SuitsA federal judge in New York dismissed a copyright lawsuit brought by news outlets Raw Story and AlterNet against OpenAI, ruling that the plaintiffs had not shown a concrete injury. The outlets argued that OpenAI unlawfully used their articles to train its AI models, including ChatGPT, and violated the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA) by removing copyright management information (CMI) from the articles, such as author names and copyright notices. However, U.S. District Judge Colleen McMahon determined that removing CMI alone, without further dissemination or significant harm, did not meet the required threshold for legal standing under the DMCA.Judge McMahon permitted the plaintiffs to submit an amended complaint but expressed skepticism about their ability to present a valid claim. According to McMahon, the real issue seemed to be the uncompensated use of the articles for training purposes rather than the removal of CMI. Although Raw Story and AlterNet attorney Matt Topic stated confidence in addressing the court's concerns through amendments, McMahon warned that the case might lack a viable legal theory under current copyright laws. This lawsuit aligns with a broader wave of legal actions from media, authors, and artists who are challenging AI companies over the use of copyrighted material in model training. In a related development, The New York Times filed a similar lawsuit against OpenAI in December, marking the first major challenge from a media outlet over AI training practices.OpenAI Defeats Raw Story Copyright, Training Lawsuit, for NowOpenAI defeats news outlets' copyright lawsuit over AI training, for now | ReutersA federal judge in Texas has struck down President Biden's immigration program aimed at providing a citizenship path for certain undocumented immigrants married to U.S. citizens. The "Keeping Families Together" initiative, announced in June, targeted approximately 500,000 individuals but faced immediate legal challenges from Texas and several Republican-led states. U.S. District Judge J. Campbell Barker ruled that the program overstepped Biden's executive authority, leaving it blocked as Biden's term nears its end.The initiative has been a focal point in the political landscape, with immigration considered a top priority issue. Former President Donald Trump, who defeated Vice President Kamala Harris in the recent election, is expected to implement strict immigration policies, including potential rollbacks of Biden's program. A recent Reuters/Ipsos poll indicates that Americans expect Trump to prioritize immigration enforcement, with many anticipating large-scale deportations. While the Biden administration could appeal the ruling, the White House has not yet commented on potential next steps.US judge rules against Biden legalization program for immigrant spouses | ReutersA federal judge has warned Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and attorney for Donald Trump, that he could be held in civil contempt if he doesn't comply with a court order to surrender certain assets. Giuliani was ordered in October to turn over property, including his Manhattan apartment and other valuables, to Ruby Freeman and her daughter Shaye Moss, two Georgia election workers whom he defamed. Freeman and Moss won a $148 million judgment against Giuliani after a jury found he had spread false accusations that they helped rig the 2020 election.Judge Lewis Liman expressed frustration with Giuliani's delays, giving him until next week to meet the court's demands. The plaintiffs' attorney, Aaron Nathan, suggested Giuliani may be shifting assets to avoid collection, including opening new bank accounts and forming a new LLC. Giuliani, meanwhile, claims he is cooperating and accused the plaintiffs of being vindictive, citing their attempt to seize a family heirloom watch. Judge Liman dismissed that argument, affirming that the heirloom was still subject to seizure under the law.Giuliani recently filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, but his case was dismissed after he failed to disclose his full financial situation, removing his legal protections from creditors. This comes as Giuliani faces broader legal challenges, including disbarment and criminal charges related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election results in Georgia and Arizona.US judge threatens Rudy Giuliani with contempt in election workers' case | ReutersThis week's closing theme is by Antonín Dvořák.This week's closing theme is Antonín Dvořák's Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81, one of the most beloved chamber works in the Romantic repertoire. Composed in 1887, this quintet exemplifies Dvořák's talent for weaving Czech folk music elements into classical forms, creating a vibrant work filled with expressive melodies and rhythmic vitality. Dvořák had already achieved international acclaim by this time, and his music was celebrated for its distinctive blend of Slavic folk traditions and classical elegance. In this quintet, he masterfully combines lyrical beauty with an earthy, folk-inspired character, making it both accessible and profoundly moving.The piece opens with an Allegro ma non tanto, which means “fast, but not too much,” where a lush cello theme sets a warm and expansive mood that's developed between the strings and piano. The second movement, a Dumka, draws on a traditional Slavic musical form that alternates between melancholic and lively sections, allowing for both introspection and joy. Dvořák contrasts this with a lively Furiant for the third movement, featuring energetic cross-rhythms that mimic Czech dance patterns, adding excitement and rhythmic playfulness.The quintet closes with a spirited Finale, where Dvořák's signature energy and folk influences shine through in a triumphant, sweeping conclusion. Throughout, the dialogue between piano and strings feels rich and conversational, each instrument playing a unique role in the music's storytelling. The Piano Quintet No. 2 captures Dvořák at the height of his compositional powers, blending technical mastery with deep national pride and an unmistakable Romantic warmth. It's an ideal selection to end the week on a vibrant and emotionally rich note, as Dvořák's music reminds us of the beauty in blending tradition with innovation.Without further ado, Antonín Dvořák's Piano Quintet No. 2 in A Major, Op. 81, enjoy.  This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.minimumcomp.com/subscribe

Part Two. Today's episode has a unique twist: I'm interviewing a storytelling expert to share his own story. My guest, Chris Hare, is a strategic narrative advisor and coach for companies like Amazon and Microsoft, guiding leaders and executives with his approach, Atomic Storytelling. His method breaks down complex stories into their core, resonant elements. In this three-part series, we'll journey through Chris's experiences in three stages. Yesterday, in Part 1, we explored his expertise in helping businesses craft compelling corporate stories and understand the connection between story and narrative. Today, in Part 2, we'll look at storytelling for personal transformation as Chris shares some of the best and worst stories he's heard and opens up about his own mental health challenges. Then, in Part 3, he'll introduce tools we can use to develop our own stories and narratives. And here's a personal confession—I told him one of his exercises might just make me cry! I'll also be sharing my own experience with another exercise, highlighting both its challenges and insights. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Rewriting Your Inner Cassette Tape “I find it helpful and more visceral to think about our personal narratives as a cassette tape—a tape that's playing in our head that we're constantly writing, rewriting, and adjusting.” Building One Authentic Narrative Across Multiple Worlds “A serial CEO I worked with wanted one narrative that connected his private equity, board roles, and yoga community. The result was an authentic narrative rooted in his true self that could be lensed across different audiences.” Proximity Blinds Us to Our Own Stories "We're so close to our own narrative and stories that we don't see the broader picture… if you're building with Lego, you might not see that there's a gigantic pile of Lego behind you." Changing the Inputs to Shift the Narrative and Change the Outcome “If you continue to put in the same inputs, things likely won't change… One of the positive inputs I changed was I got into fly fishing, and that was part of changing those inputs to shift not only the narrative but the outcomes.” The Power of Raw Storytelling "Our stories are not always the really clean, really curated story that makes us look good, but that raw story that has the power to shift the future." Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Chris Hare Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 3% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 1.8 Million+ Downloads 50+ Countries

Part One. Today's episode has a unique twist: I'm interviewing a storytelling expert to share his own story. My guest, Chris Hare, is a strategic narrative advisor and coach for companies like Amazon and Microsoft, guiding leaders and executives with his approach, Atomic Storytelling. His method breaks down complex stories into their core, resonant elements. In this three-part series, we'll journey through Chris's experiences in three stages. Today, in Part 1, we'll explore his expertise in helping businesses craft compelling corporate stories and understand the connection between story and narrative. Tomorrow, in Part 2, we'll look at storytelling for personal transformation as Chris shares some of the best and worst stories he's heard and opens up about his own challenges. Then, in Part 3, he'll introduce tools we can use to develop our own stories and narratives. And here's a personal confession—I told him one of his exercises might just make me cry! I'll also be sharing my own experience with another exercise, highlighting both its challenges and insights. Key Highlights of Our Interview: Stories Fuel the Narrative “In my mind, stories are time-bound: this happened, it started here, it ended there. But the narrative is ongoing—it's an architecture shaping the direction of an individual or company.” Storytelling's Overplayed? Think Again “For years, I wouldn't even call myself a storyteller because it was so overplayed. Everyone is using frameworks like the hero's journey as if they're paint-by-numbers. But storytelling is far more complex.” The Narrative Flywheel: Stories That Drive Strategy “The stories are the fuel that flows into the flywheel. We synthesize them, find patterns, and decide where to play and how to win. Then, with experimentation and learning, we create more stories—and the flywheel keeps spinning." Human-Centered Design in Action: Logitech's Transformation “Bracken Darrell took Logitech's failing narrative and reframed it with a vision: human-centered design across every part of the company. This vision wasn't pushed from the top but inspired teams, driving Logitech's turnaround—from 30-day financial reporting to just two.” Connect with us: Host: Vince Chan | Guest: Chris Hare Chief Change Officer: Make Change Ambitiously. Experiential Human Intelligence for Growth Progressives Global Top 3% Podcast on Listen Notes World's #1 Career Podcast on Apple Top 1: US, CA, MX, IE, HU, AT, CH, FI 1.8 Million+ Downloads 50+ Countries

Bishop James Conley shares his raw and personal journey of battling anxiety and depression as a Church leader. He reveals the trap of “just try harder” and emphasizes that true healing comes only by breaking free from self-reliance. If you've ever felt the pressure to keep pushing through, this episode will challenge and encourage you to embrace authentic healing.  Discussed in this episode: Bishop James Conley's personal journey with anxiety, depression, and PTSD; The surprising decision to take a leave of absence and publicly share his mental health struggles as a bishop; Recognizing the trap of “try harder” and the American mentality of “ungodly self-reliance;” Self-reliance deepening mental health struggles instead of relieving them; Breaking free of the messages of “man up,” “work harder,” and “toughen it out” which led to a loss of joy; The fears involved in admitting that “I can't fix myself;” How vulnerability and radical surrender became essential parts of his healing process; How relying on our own talents gets in the way of Christ working through us to do great things; The importance of a proper Catholic anthropology in addressing the modern mental health crisis; The impact of technology on children's mental health and the value of play-based learning; How parents, schools, and the Church can work together to support children's development; Bishop Conley's call for a radical renewal in education and healthcare grounded in Christ-centered principles. Resources mentioned or relevant:  Pastoral letters by Most Reverend James D. Conley, STL, Bishop of Lincoln: A Future with Hope (on mental health) The Joy and Wonder of Catholic Education: Developing Authentically Catholic Schools Resources recommended by Bishop Conley: Surrender Novena The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Catholic Medical Association Catholic Healthcare Leadership Alliance Familiaris Consortio (The Christian Family in the Modern World)  Ex Corde Ecclesiae (On Catholic Universities) Need help? Schedule a free consultation to discuss your next best step;  Feeling called to help others? Learn more about our Certification program (CPMAP): CatholicPsych Model of Applied Personalism; Sign up for Being Human, our weekly newsletter, to stay up to date on the exciting developments at CatholicPsych; Visit our website to read the CatholicPsych blog, shop in the CatholicPsych bookshop, or discover other resources we have available; Download The Integrated App for access to free audio exercises, courses, prayer resources, and more; Become a member of the Integrated Life Community to get access to every course Dr. Greg has created, plus the opportunity to participate in Integrated LIVE's - weekly, Mentor hosted Q&As covering topics like boundaries, communication, trauma, forgiveness, and more! Follow:  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CatholicPsych  Instagram: @catholicpsych  X: @CatholicPsych Contact us! Have a topic or a question you would like Dr. Greg to address on the podcast? Want to give some feedback about this episode? Email us at beinghuman@catholicpsych.com - we would love to hear from you!   Rate, review, and subscribe   Please help us in our mission to integrate the Faith with Psychology by hitting subscribe and also sharing this podcast with your friends.   Please consider rating or leaving a review of our show. It helps us reach other Catholics just like you who want to become more integrated, whole, and happy human beings.   For Apple podcasts, click here, scroll to the bottom, tap to rate 5 stars, and choose “write a review.” Then type your sincere thoughts about the show! If you haven't already, make sure to subscribe so you don't miss out on any episodes. Subscribe to the podcast now!

A bitter and angry Donald Trump called into Fox & Friends on Wednesday morning to whine about his debate with Kamala Harris the night before, where he got absolutely obliterated by her. But he also made an admission that most of us saw coming - He doesn't know if he wants to do any more debates. He's running scared, and he can't afford to run and hide after such a disastrous performance on Tuesday evening.Also, reporters from Raw Story caught up with Marjorie Taylor Greene this week, where they asked her about reports of Donald Trump's failing mental health. This immediately sent Greene over the edge, and she blasted the media and Democrats for pushing what she says is an "absolute lie" and then accused President Biden of having dementia. Trump's mental problems are not a "lie" from Democrats - they are on full display for the world to see. And Democratic representative Eric Swalwell asked the question that millions of Americans have been dying to get an answer to this week during a tense hearing in the House of Representatives. Swalwell asked Jim Jordan if he was mentally doing ok. This question came about after Swalwell showed an image of a tweet posted by Jordan's Judiciary Committee that featured Donald Trump holding a kitten and a duck in reference to the repeatedly-debunked conspiracy theory that immigrants are eating people's pets. Finally, Lara Trump, Donald's daughter-in-law and co-chair of the RNC, appeared on CNN this week opposite host Kasie Hunt, where Lara was asked about Trump's false claims of fraud with mail-in ballots in the 2020 election. Lara attempted to defend Trump's remarks, but when Hunt asked her about specifics, Lara completely fell apart and was forced to admit that she had never seen the so-called evidence. Subscribe to our YouTube channel to stay up to date on all of Farron's content: https://www.youtube.com/FarronBalancedFollow Farron on social media!Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FarronBalancedTwitter: https://twitter.com/farronbalancedInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/farronbalancedTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farronbalanced?lang=enText and and let us know your thoughts on today's stories!

Welcome back to a new season of the Milk Minute Podcast! Join hosts Heather and Maureen, two experienced midwives and lactation consultants, as they kick off the season after a refreshing summer break. Celebrate Maureen's birthday today and catch up on Heather's breastfeeding journey, Maureen's weaning, and everything in between. Each week, we'll bring you the latest research, heartfelt stories, and practical tips to support your breastfeeding journey. Tune in for expert advice and a supportive community!Work With Us!Book a Lactation Consult with Heather! Click HERE for the deets.Book a Lactation Consult with Maureen! Click HERE to get started.THANK YOU TO OUR NEWEST PATRONS: Rowan Goodman, Paola Paga, Emily Novet, Alexis Soto, Brigitte Driller, Jaclyn Petrov, and Deanna Milano!Prefer to read the transcript? Click Here to readSupport the Show.Check out Milk Minute Podcast's website here!Become a VIP Click here to get exclusive access and more!Send us an e-mail! MilkMinutePodcast@gmail.comFacebook | Instagram | TikTok

I talk again about fake behavior expert Jack Brown, whose pseudoscientific behavior analysis work I devoted a past episode to. Brown got some recent attention in a Raw Story article for an analysis he wrote about how Trump's body language at a press conference showed that Trump was lying. Topics discussed include: the silliness of Brown's work and why it's silly; tips for recognizing fake behavior experts; how this stuff connects to toxic political polarization; a reading of Brown's recent analysis with comments.    Learn more and sign up for a premium subscription at PeopleWhoReadPeople.com.

Hooray for the Smokey Back Room! We pick your candidates so you don't have to!Justin discusses the influx of money into Kamala Harris' campaign, the role of super PACs and state party committees in fundraising with Dave Levinthal of Raw Story. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Wednesday, May 15th, 2024Today, Trump's lawyer starts the cross examination of Michael Cohen; an MSNBC host is aghast to hear that Bill Barr may have been in cahoots with Donald Trump; Donald blasts his trial judges resulting in calls for violence; an Arizona court rejects the RNC's attempt to upend election administration; Biden announces that he will raise tariffs on some Chinese products; House Democrats launch a probe into Trump's dinner with oil executives; plus Allison delivers your Good News.Subscribe for free to MuellerSheWrote on Substackhttps://muellershewrote.substack.com House Democrats launch probe of Trump's dinner with oil executives (WAPO paywalled)Arizona Court Rejects RNC Attempt to Upend Election Administration (Democracy Docket)Biden Hits Chinese Electric Vehicles, Chips and Other Goods With Higher Tariffs (NYT)Trump blasts his trial judges. Then his fans call for violence (Reuters Special Report) Subscribe to Lawyers, Guns, And MoneyAd-free premium feed: https://lawyersgunsandmoney.supercast.comSubscribe for free everywhere else:https://lawyersgunsandmoney.simplecast.com/episodes/1-miami-1985Check out other MSW Media podcastshttps://mswmedia.com/shows/Follow AG and Dana on Social MediaDr. Allison Gill Follow Mueller, She Wrote on Posthttps://post.news/@/MuellerSheWrote?utm_source=TwitterAG&utm_medium=creator_organic&utm_campaign=muellershewrote&utm_content=FollowMehttps://muellershewrote.substack.comhttps://twitter.com/MuellerSheWrotehttps://www.threads.net/@muellershewrotehttps://www.tiktok.com/@muellershewrotehttps://instagram.com/muellershewroteDana Goldberghttps://twitter.com/DGComedyhttps://www.instagram.com/dgcomedyhttps://www.facebook.com/dgcomedyhttps://danagoldberg.comHave some good news; a confession; or a correction?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/From The Good NewsSt. Mary's Painswickhttps://www.stmaryspainswick.org.uk Live Show Ticket Links:https://allisongill.com (for all tickets and show dates)Sunday, June 2nd – Chicago IL – Schubas TavernFriday June 14th – Philadelphia PA – City WinerySaturday June 15th – New York NY – City WinerySunday June 16th – Boston MA – City WineryMonday June 17th Boston, MA https://tinyurl.com/Beans-Bos2Wednesday July 10th – Portland OR – Polaris Hall(with Dana!)Thursday July 11th – Seattle WA – The Triple Door(with Dana!)Thursday July 25th Milwaukee, WI https://tinyurl.com/Beans-MKESunday July 28th Nashville, TN - with Phil Williams https://tinyurl.com/Beans-TennWednesday July 31st St. Louis, MO https://tinyurl.com/Beans-STLFriday August 16th Washington, DC - with Andy McCabe, Pete Strzok, Glenn Kirschner https://tinyurl.com/Beans-in-DCSaturday August 24 San Francisco, CA https://tinyurl.com/Beans-SF Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?Supercasthttps://dailybeans.supercast.com/OrPatreon https://patreon.com/thedailybeansOr subscribe on Apple Podcasts with our affiliate linkThe Daily Beans on Apple Podcasts

Words. Speeches. News conferences. Rallies. Media. Money. And they all point in one direction: violence in service of the fascist leader. Also Executive Director of The Labor Institute, Les Leopold explains how mass layoffs and greed are destroying the working class and what to do about it. Plus investigative reporter from Raw Story, Alexandria Jacobs reports on how DeJoy continues to destroy the Post Office. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's podcast, John discusses the Alabama Supreme Court ruling that frozen embryos are people. He interviews Mark Alesia from Raw Story on the 11 ways Trump doesn't become president and Rev. Dr. Jeff Hood on Alabama's death penalty which is now using the slow tortuous drug nitrogen to carry out their death sentences.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Guest Interview: Investigative Reporter for Raw Story, Jordan Green reveals frightening clash with Neo-Nazi teenagers. Red states hopeful for a second Trump term and preparing to cut Medicaid for those who need it. Has the GOP left the Ukrainians exposed and helped Russia? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In 1944, two young girls in Alcolu,SC never made it home. Police made a quick arrest based on a wintness statement that resulted in the youngest person in Amercan history being sent to the electric chair. In this episode we examine the facts, theories, and rumors surrounding this case and the eventual pusuit of justice 70 years after the murders.Get your Carolina Crimes Gear at www.carolinacrimesstore.comFollow us on Social Media:Facebook: Carolina Crimes PodcastTwitter: @SCcrimespodSources:McVeigh, Karen (March 22, 2014). "George Stinney was executed at 14. Can his family now clear his name?". The Observer. Retrieved June 28, 2021.Bever, Lindsey (December 18, 2014). "It took 10 minutes to convict 14-year-old George Stinney Jr. It took 70 years after his execution to exonerate him". Washington Post.Bell, Kendall (February 5, 2020). Triple Tragedy in Alcolu: The Execution of 14-year-old George Stinney, Jr., Accused of the Murders of Betty June Binnicker and Mary Emma Thames(First ed.). 594: Bella Rosa Books. ISBN 978-1-62268-152-5."He was 14 when he was executed. 70 years later, this boy has been exonerated". The Independent. December 18, 2014. Retrieved September 24, 2019Edwards, David (October 3, 2011). "New evidence could clear 14-year-old executed by South Carolina". The Raw Story. Archivedfrom the original on May 30, 2016.Gaskins, Nikki (March 1, 2014). "Goose Creek woman, others hope George Stinney murder conviction sticks". Berkeley Observer. Archived from the original on March 22, 2016https://www.postandcourier.com/news/special_reports/an-undying-mystery-new-details-emerge-about-an-alternate-suspect/article_2b2069f0-2933-11e8-9997-7b67df562df5.htmlhttps://amp.theguardian.com/theobserver/2014/mar/22/george-stinney-execution-verdict-innocent

Mea Culpa welcomes Grant Stern to the show. Stern is the Executive Editor of Occupy Democrats AND publishes the must-read, STERN FACTS newsletter on Substack. He's also a mortgage broker, community activist and radio personality in Miami, Florida, as well as the producer of the Dworkin Report podcast. Grant is also an occasional contributor to Raw Story, Alternet, and the DC Report, and an unpaid senior advisor to the Democratic Coalition and a Director of Sunshine Agenda Inc. a government transparency nonprofit organization. He joins me today on Mea Culpa to discuss his latest bombshell report on fake electors and discuss the impact of the Enrique Tario sentencing plus much, much more.