Podcast appearances and mentions of Robert Kraft

Hour 1 - The guys react to Tom Brady's halftime ceremony during last week's game and Ken believes the big winner was Robert Kraft off of Brady's comments. Then, the optimistic look on the Patriots performance against the Eagles and the concern level on the lack of JuJu Smith-Schuster in big time moments. And, who really gets credit for how the Patriots' offense seemingly turned a corner from last season?

(0:00) Pats bring back Bailey Zappe as backup QB (15:00) Robert Kraft comments on Pats outlook  (23:00) Mac Jones vs. Eagles defense (34:00) Tom Brady tribute thoughts 

(0:00) Pats-Eagles preview  (12:00) Robert Kraft on Tom Brady return  (24:00) Lions upset Chiefs  (32:00) Mac Jones thoughts 

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand start the show recapping NFL opening day and their thoughts on Dan Campbells Mentality. (13:25) We talk about the gap in talent between the Patriots and the Eagles and breakdown each position group's advantages and disadvantages. (22:09) The team breaks down Kraft's comments about the team and if they agree. (30:52) The crew gives their picks for Week 1 of The Football Card.

Ben Maller talks about Patriots owner Robert Kraft saying he likes the Patriots being picked for last place, Reebok deciding to make Justin Fields the face of the company, Lame Jokes of the Week, and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sha'Carri Richardson wins 100M at Worlds | A'ja Wilson Ties WNBA Scoring Record | Jonathan Taylor and Colts Failed Relationship | Brother From Another  Michael Holley and Reeta Hubbard (The NFL Chick) react to Sha'Carri Richardson's triumphant win in the 100M Finals at the World Championships.  They also discuss Ravens Head Coach John Harbaugh's veiled criticism after Baltimore's record preseason win streak was snapped.  Jim Trotter joins the show to praise Ace's star A'ja Wilson after her record-tying WNBA single-game scoring mark.  The trio also discuss running back Jonathan Taylor's failed relationship with the Colts and his potential landing spots in a trade. They also weigh in on Michigan Head Coach Jim Harbaugh's 3 game suspension to start the 2023 season, and news out of 49ers Training Camp regarding the backup QB role behind Brock Purdy. Holley and Hubbard also congratulate tennis star Serena Williams after the birth of her second daughter, and close the show by discussing a recent story Seahawks Head Coach Pete Carroll shared when he was the Patriots Head Coach that involves deli meat.   00:00: Sha'Carri Richardson is Back After 100m Win/ Redemption   11:15 – John Harbaugh on Ravens Preseason Streak Ending  16:40 – NFL Preseason Notable Stories  19:45 – A'ja Wilson Ties WNBA Single-Game Scoring Record  25:19 --  Liberty and Aces Rivalry and WNBA Standings  28:11 – Jonathan Taylor and Colts Relationship, Next Steps  37:51 – Michigan Suspends HC Jim Harbaugh for 3 games   41:38 – 49ers name Sam Darnold QB2 over Trey Lance  45:35 – Serena Williams Welcomes 2nd Daughter   48:54 – Pete Carroll on Robert Kraft  

(0:00) The guys open the show discussing comments made by Pete Carroll about his time in New England.  (13:49) The callers weigh in on the Robert Kraft and Pete Carroll discussion.  (24:06) Pete Carroll discusses the decision to throw in Super Bowl 49.  (37:59) More caller reaction on the Patriots.

Richard Sherman interviews Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll. The two future Hall of Famers open up about their years together in Seattle, including their Super Bowl win against Peyton Manning's Broncos and their heartbreaking loss in SBXIX to the Patriots on the infamous Malcolm Butler interception. Richard asks Coach Carroll about his early years coaching with the 49ers and Patriots, and Pete shares a hilarious story about his first clash with Robert Kraft. Pete discusses his time at USC and how that storied run prepared him to return to the NFL with the Seahawks. The two reminisce over the beginnings of the Legion of Boom, its unceremonious end, and reveal how their relationship is today. #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Sherman interviews Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll. The two future Hall of Famers open up about their years together in Seattle, including their Super Bowl win against Peyton Manning's Broncos and their heartbreaking loss in SBXIX to the Patriots on the infamous Malcolm Butler interception. Richard asks Coach Carroll about his early years coaching with the 49ers and Patriots, and Pete shares a hilarious story about his first clash with Robert Kraft. Pete discusses his time at USC and how that storied run prepared him to return to the NFL with the Seahawks. The two reminisce over the beginnings of the Legion of Boom, its unceremonious end, and reveal how their relationship is today. #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Richard Sherman interviews Seattle Seahawks head coach Pete Carroll. The two future Hall of Famers open up about their years together in Seattle, including their Super Bowl win against Peyton Manning's Broncos and their heartbreaking loss in SBXIX to the Patriots on the infamous Malcolm Butler interception. Richard asks Coach Carroll about his early years coaching with the 49ers and Patriots, and Pete shares a hilarious story about his first clash with Robert Kraft. Pete discusses his time at USC and how that storied run prepared him to return to the NFL with the Seahawks. The two reminisce over the beginnings of the Legion of Boom, its unceremonious end, and reveal how their relationship is today. #volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the second hour discussing Robert Kraft missing out on the Pro Football Hall of Fame for another year.  (9:55) The guys talk about the rumors that Miley Cyrus and Harry Styles are headlining this year's Super Bowl Halftime Show…Would you rather have Jerry Jones or Kraft as your owner?  (22:59) Hardy is getting some paving work at his house today…Hardy is also anti-training wheels for kids…Zo tells a story.  (33:27) This or That: Apple Picking or Pumpkin Patch…Cake or Pie

(0:00) The guys open the third hour with thoughts on the first day of joint practices between the Patriots and Packers.  (9:20) More on the Patriots and Packers joint practices.  (21:37) Thoughts on Robert Kraft not being elected to the Hall of Fame.  (31:40) The callers weigh in on all that the guys have discussed.

Hour 4- Fauria takes big issue with Robert Kraft not being inducted into the Hall of Fame. Breaking down Patriots and Packer joint practice today.

Tom E. Curran gives insight into disappointing performance during Patriots practice. He also gives his opinion on Robert Kraft missing out on Hall of Fame vote.  

Hour 4 - Jones and Mego continue to discuss the Patriots and recap their interview with Tom E. Curran. They also talk about whether or not Robert Kraft was snubbed on the Hall of Fame vote. 

(0:00) The guys dive into the Red Sox this season (13:40) Callers weigh in on the Patriots & Sox (22:56) Back to Patriots talk ahead of this Saturday's game (35:55) The guys talk about how likely it is the Robert Kraft gets inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame

Wiggy says there is no way Robert Kraft will fire Bill

(00:00) Zolak and Bertrand are live from another day of training camp at Gillette… The The guys react to the Red Sox and Chaim Bloom doing nothing before the trade deadline  (13:07) We take your calls on what Beetle has called the Do Nothing Deadline (23:58) The guys notice Bailey Zappe taking reps with the 1s and speaking to Robert Kraft (31:54) The guys finish the hour reacting to Gronks comments on Judons contract holdout and how dangerous a motivated Trent Brown is

HOUR 3 The News with Courtney: Cop going down slide goes viral Wiggy and Curtis argue over whether the Pats & Sox are championship driven Wiggy thinks people are way harder on John Henry than on Robert Kraft

Today we broadcast live from the 114th NAACP National Convention, the first time the convention has returned to Boston since 1982. We started the show with Tanisha Sullivan, President of the NAACP Boston, and Michael Curry, CEO of Massachusetts League of Community Health Centers. Rep. Ayanna Pressley stopped by, along with Marty Walsh, the Bay State Banner's Ron Mitchell and Mel Miller, Naia Butler-Craig, Imari Paris Jeffries, and more. Robert Kraft and Mayor Michelle Wu called in. We also spoke to GBH News reporters Paris Alston and Phillip Martin.

On this episode: We have a large news slate with the Fed raising interest rates, GDP slowing down in Q2, and Meta surging back. Third Ever How They Got Rich Case Study, Robert Kraft. Follow me: https://www.instagram.com/delano.saporu/?hl=en Connect with me here also: https://newstreetadvisorsgroup.com/social/ Want to support the show? Feel free to do so here! https://anchor.fm/delano-saporu4/support Thank you for listening. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/delano-saporu4/support

Guest Matthew E. Berger is executive director of the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism. He oversees the foundation's programs to raise awareness about hatred against Jews and to monitor and analyze antisemitism on social media. As executive director, Berger is leading FCAS' launch of “Stand Up to Jewish Hate,” a multi-platform advertising campaign to educate non-Jews about modern antisemitism and empower them to address hate in their communities. The campaign has introduced the Blue Square emoji as the national symbol for addressing antisemitism, encouraging people everywhere to speak out against intolerance. Summary In this episode, Matthew discusses the work performed by the Foundation to Combat Antisemitism (FCAS), which Robert Kraft launched in 2019. FCAS aims to raise awareness about antisemitism and build alliances to fight Jewish hate. We explored various strategies, including advertising, education, and symbolizing support through the Blue Square campaign. Points of discussion • The importance of recognizing and building partnerships to address all forms of hate. • The importance of uniting Jewish groups and building partnerships with other communities to address anti-Semitism and hate. • How to sustain interest and concern beyond Pride Month and how to increase the impact of the foundation's message. • Ways to combat anti-Semitism, including demystifying the Jewish community, education, and addressing anti-Semitism with the same vigor as other forms of hate and injustice. • The issue of increasing levels of hatred and anti-Semitism in society and the need to build a society that values quality and tolerance. • The role of social media in amplifying extremist views and the importance of addressing anti-Semitism as part of a broader societal problem. Social Media / References Facebook, Instagram and TikTok Twitter Website

Hollywood couldn't have scripted Messi's Miami debut any better...curling last second game winning freekick. Bobby with what to expect from BIG10 media days and the latest on Northwestern athletics. Also, Tom brings the heat on how HOT Belichick's seat really is and his relationship with Robert Kraft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hour 2- The tone surrounding Bill Belichick has shifted DRASTICALLY recently. Robert Kraft has not been shy when voicing his displeasure with his team's lack of recent success, but how short is Belichick's leash, and what would have to happen for the Patriots to move on from Belichick? KJ and Dondero discuss. Dondero thinks Mac Jones could be in the All-Pro conversation this year. Is the Patriots' defense overrated? What went wrong between DeAndre Hopkins and the Patriots? KJ explains in song.

Hour 1 - Jon Lyons joins KJ Carson as the two talk a little Patriots. Is bill Belichick really on "thin ice" with Robert Kraft? And Netflix scores a touchdown as they release new documentary "Quarterback"

It's been four years since the Patriots won a playoff game and Robert Kraft has not been shy when it comes to voicing his frustrations with that. Andy Hart and Paul Perillo give their five reasons why the Patriots could make the playoffs this season and possibly break that current drought. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The tone surrounding Bill Belichick has shifted DRAMATICALLY recently. Is the six time Super Bowl champ on the hot season, and does Robert Kraft care if he breaks Don Shula's win record as a member of the Patriots? Andy Hart and Paul Perillo discuss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a loaded edition of the 6 Rings Pod and Paul Perillo of Patriots.com and Patriots Unfiltered to break it all down.  The guys kick things off with some DeAndre Hopkins talk. After weeks of “Hopkins watch” it came to an end on Sunday afternoon, with the Patriots missing out on a golden opportunity as the three-time All Pro packs his bags and heads to Tennessee. Where does this leave the Patriots' receiving corps, and does Mac Jones have enough with the current weapons? The guys also take a look at the Running backs around the NFL speaking out about their value on the market and discuss whether or not the Patriots have a legitimate shot at landing Dalvin Cook.  The tone surrounding Bill Belichick has shifted DRAMATICALLY recently. Is the six time Super Bowl champ on the hot season, and does Robert Kraft care if he breaks Don Shula's win record as a member of the Patriots?  It's been four years since the Patriots won a playoff game and Robert Kraft has not been shy when it comes to voicing his frustrations with that. Andy Hart and Paul Perillo give their five reasons why the Patriots could make the playoffs this season and possibly break that current drought.  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From '6 Rings & Football Things' (subscribe here): The tone surrounding Bill Belichick has shifted DRAMATICALLY recently. Is the six-time Super Bowl champ on the hot seat this season, and does Robert Kraft care if Belichick breaks Don Shula's win record as a member of the Patriots? Andy Hart and Paul Perillo of Patriots.com discuss. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1 - Gresh and Andy Hart kicked off the show discussing the Boston Celtics, last night's Summer League win over the Los Angeles Lakers, the team's contract extension with Kristaps Porzingis, and Jaylen Brown's future with the team.  The guys also talked about New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft being named a semi-finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame and the team's interest in WR DeAndre Hopkins.  Finally, Gresh and Hart discussed Twitch producer Coop's search for a new roommate.

Hour 3 -  Jones, Mego, and Arcand wonder if the Patriots have enough talent? Jones is not confident in this roster! The Patriots are predicted to only win around 7 games? Why? Because they have no talent! Are you concerned?  To the crew it seems like Bill Belichick is on thin ice with Robert Kraft while Mac Jones is his new best buddy. Where does Bill stand with Kraft? Has Bill lost all his power within the organization? Meg'Splaining!

SEGMENT - It seems as though Bill Belichick could be on the outs this year. His relationship with Kraft seems touchy and Jones asks the question, where does Bill stand with Robert Kraft? How much power does Bill have within the organization?

Hour 4 -  The Home Run Derby went down last night and good lord was it a boring event! Where are the stars? Jones says the Home Run Derby is ruined. There needs to be some changes!  The crew discusses the Belichick and Mac situation! Robert Kraft has made it clear that he wants the team to make the playoffs this year! This puts Bill on the hot seat! Should Kraft be siding with Mac or Bill?  End Game!

(00:00) The guys start the third hour with Don Sweeney's comments this weekend about why the Bruins let Bertuzzi go (11:26) Robert Kraft's star studded Hamptons party with some big time musical performances (25:07) JD Davidsons unfortunate incident at the Celtics Summer League game… Does Summer League starting help or hurt Jaylen Brown negotiations  (33:52) We wrap up the hour with your calls on the This-or-That and the NFLs gambling problems 

Hour 4 -  The Red Sox are hot! Jones thinks they should be adding to this roster! They are two games out of a playoff spot and 4th place! Is this team worth investing in?  Belichick is closing in on a record… but it is not the record you think. Kraft should have moved on from Belichick! He is going to set the losing record before the wins record!  What is going on with Jaylen Brown? Jones blames the team for this delay. It is apparent that they do not want to pay him the entire supermax! Why!?!? End Game!

HOUR 1 Jackson is in for Scheim and Curtis is in for Courtney. What about Robert Kraft continues to build frustration in Curtis? Greg is now afraid of aliens after a recent statement from a Tennessee congressman.

Dan Beyer and Rich Ohrnberger guest hosting for Covino & Rich. They discuss in detail the story of the day as pop star Britney Spears claims a security guard for Victor Wembanyama slapped her.  Dan and Rich discuss the reported rift between Patriots' owner Robert Kraft and head coach Bill Belichick.  Joe Vardon covers the NBA for The Athletic, he joins Dan and Rich to discuss the Wembanyama incident, Damian Lillard and all of the other NBA headlines this week.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

(0:00) Some thoughts on Bill Belichick and the Patriots.  (14:00) Thoughts on comments made by Robert Kraft when it comes to Bill Belichick and the all-time wins record for NFL head coaches.  (26:13) Resetting thoughts on the Boston Red Sox and the trade deadline (34:20) Thoughts on the Boston Celtics in Free Agency so far.

The Patriots are showing real intrigue in Dalvin Cook and DeAndre Hopkins. Senior NFL Reporter for TheMMQB, Albert Breer talks hotdogs, the upcoming franchise tag deadline, Brock Purdy's recovery and the possible resentment between Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick. Plus, a special edition of “Would You Rather…?”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Doug talks about when relationships go bad, and how the dynamic between Patriots' owner Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick has reportedly gone sour.  FSR NBA Insider Mark Medina joins Doug to talk about Damian Lillard, Paul George and the other major headlines around the NBA. Plus, Isaac Lowenkron takes Doug through the Thursday edition of "The Press". See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dan and Rich in for Covino & Rich. Dan and Rich discuss the reported rift between Patriots' owner Robert Kraft and head coach Bill Belichick. Dan and Rich react to news about the incident between Britney Spears and Victor Wembanyama's security. Dan shares how Michelle Wie's pending retirement makes him feel. Dan and Rich share there thoughts on the day of sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on 2 Pros and a Cup of Joe, The NBA should milk the Damian Lillard decision for as long as they can. Jonas and LaVar wonder if Bill Belichick is truly on the hot seat this season. Senior NFL Reporter for TheMMQB, Albert Breer, talks hotdogs, the upcoming franchise tag deadline, Brock Purdy's recovery and the possible resentment between Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick. Aaron Rodgers gets passive aggressive with a “house warming gift” and much more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Thursday edition of The Best Of The Doug Gottlieb Show:Amid the posturing and negotiating going on between the Blazers and Damian Lillard's camp, one of the reported things that occurred was that Lillard's agent has warned teams not named the Heat that they would be getting an unhappy camper if they traded for Lillard, Doug talks about when relationships go bad, and how the dynamic between Patriots' owner Robert Kraft and Bill Belichick has reportedly gone sour.  Doug does not believe that. Doug explains why the Angels have a conundrum on their hands with Shohei Ohtani. FSR MLB Insider Jon Paul Morosi joins Doug to talk about Ohtani and all of the other major headlines around the MLB. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 3- After two decades of dominance with the greatest Quarterback of all time in Tom Brady, the Patriots sit at 25-26 since his departure. Who is to blame for the Patriot's post-Brady struggles… Robert Kraft or Bill Belichick? The pressure is on Bill Belichick this season. How warm is his seat? Jones and Mego discuss. The Patriots are now the betting favorites to land both DeAndre Hopkins, Dalvin Cook Meg'Splaining - Dealing with tourists in Boston.

HOUR 1 Greg makes his post 4th of July triumphant return! Curtis is pissed that Robert Kraft was chummy with Tom Brady at white party How is the most powerful man in sports powerless in his own organization?

Based off recent comments, Jonas wonders if Robert Kraft resents Bill Belichick for Tom Brady leaving. Joe Burrow is waiting on Justin Herbert to get his deal done first but Jonas argues for Burrow to sign his deal now. Overdoing it on fireworks, hockey fights and more travel woes from Producer Lee on the “FSR IR.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

01:00 - Robert Kraft says spending money “will never be the issue” for the Patriots 05:10 - How safe is Bill Belichick's job in New England? 11:40 - Mike Vick wishes he would have listened to the one person who warned him about dogfighting 20:00 - When will we find out the Jets are on Hard Knocks? 22:40 - Netflix lands Cowboys docuseries 24:20 - Pat McAfee getting unfair criticism after ESPN layoffs 31:00 - Florio answers listener questions about how NFL insiders communicate, the coaching hot seat, in-game gambling and more!

(0:00) Does the Browns Super Bowl Belichick was a part of prove that Bill can win without Brady?... Ted Johnson breaks down how Belichick communicates with his team   (11:00) Ted Johnson firmly disagrees with Hardy and wants Dalvin Cook more than DeAndre Hopkins because he thinks Cook is a better fit  (23:00) The guys do not agree with Robert Kraft's comments about having a great offseason and loving the draft   (33:00) This or That: The Office or Seinfeld 

(0:00) NBA free agency starts June 30th at 6:00 pm, Grant Williams future with the Celtics remains unknown  (12:54) Callers weigh in with thoughts on Celtics, Red Sox, and Bruins  (23:00) Robert Kraft on this upcoming season  (30:02) Callers weigh in on anything Celtics, Red Sox, Bruins, and Patriots   

This week we welcome back Professor Randall Kennedy to help us pay tribute to three principled, uncompromising African American activists, Glen Ford of Black Agenda Report, human rights champion, Randall Robinson, and legendary actor, singer, and activist, Harry Belafonte.Randall Kennedy is Michael R. Klein Professor at Harvard Law School where he teaches courses on contracts, criminal law, and the regulation of race relations. He is the author of several books, including Contracts: Happiness and Heartbreak, For Discrimination: Race, Affirmative Action, and the Law, and Say It Loud! On Race, Law, History, and Culture.You've chosen three very interesting people [Randall Robinson, Harry Belafonte, and Glen Ford]. And I think that one thing that the listeners should keep in mind is that the three that you've chosen are all progressive; they are very different… Because the tent of progressivism should be a large tent— not everybody's going to think the same, and indeed there's going to be some friction between various tendencies among progressives.Randall KennedyI don't think that progressives pay enough attention to the people who have been in their camp. We don't pay enough attention to people who have passed away. We don't pay enough attention to recalling people who have been heroic in our midst. And, again, I say this as a person who is sometimes extremely critical of some of the people that you've mentioned.Randall KennedyWe need people like Glen Ford to pull in one direction uncompromisingly—because the corporate interests always pull in the other direction uncompromisingly—and then we need people who are in between and sometimes have to face the hard realities you've pointed out.Ralph NaderIn Case You Haven't Heard1. The Wall Street Journal and the Corporate Crime Reporter have announced that, following decades of citizen pressure, and action last year by Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, Senator Richard Blumenthal, and Senate Judiciary Chair Dick Durbin, the Department of Justice has finally created a Corporate Crime Database. Under President Biden, the Justice Department has taken a tougher rhetorical stance on corporate crime, but as Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco notes, the department “cannot ignore the data showing overall decline in corporate criminal prosecutions over the last decade...We need to do more and move faster.” Among civic groups, The Center for Study of Responsive Law and Public Citizen lead the charge to create these corporate rap sheets and are already working to expand and strengthen this new resource for corporate crime data.2. If you live on the East Coast, you have likely experienced dangerous levels of air pollution in the last week due to smoke moving South from Canadian wildfires. Yet, the Lever reports that under current air quality rules, fossil fuel producers will not have to curb their emissions to offset this spike in air pollution because they have successfully lobbied for a loophole protecting themselves in the case of “exceptional events” outside their control. Environmental regulators are currently mulling a new rule to clamp down on this type of air pollution, but face stiff opposition from industry groups.3. The Washington Post reports that, in an exercise of his leverage in the tightly divided Senate, Bernie Sanders has vowed to oppose all Biden health nominees until the administration produces a “comprehensive” plan to lower prescription drug prices. Sanders' role as Chair of the Health Education Labor and Pensions committee means these nominees cannot advance without his blessing. This notably includes Biden's nominee for director of the National Institutes of Health, or NIH. Sanders said “Politicians for years have talked about the high cost of prescription drugs, relatively little has been done, and it's time that we act decisively.”4. The Progressive International has issued a statement decrying the “soft coup” underway against left-wing President Gustavo Petro in Colombia. Their statement reads “Ever since the election of the country's first progressive government...Colombia's traditional powers have been organizing to restore an order marked by extreme inequality, environmental destruction, and state-sponsored violence.” The statement goes on to excoriate officials who have sought to undermine the Petro administration and “former generals, colonels, and members of the Colombian military [who] have not only proclaimed their opposition to President...Petro — but even marched outside Congress to call for a coup d'état against his government.” Signatories to this letter include over 400 political and industrial leaders, including Noam Chomsky, Jeremy Corbyn, Jean Luc Mélenchon, and Former Leftist President of Ecuador Rafael Correa.5. The City, a news site covering New York, reports that food delivery drivers in NYC have won a substantial wage increase. This victory caps off a 3-year long campaign by Los Deliveristas Unidos, and makes New York the “first major U.S. city to establish and implement pay requirements for delivery workers.” These workers currently take home about $11 per hour; this will go up to $17.96 an hour starting July 12th, and will increase to $19.96 per hour by 2025.6. In a surprise decision last week, the Supreme Court voted five-four in favor of Black voters in Alabama who argued the state had unlawfully diluted their voting power, POLITICO reports. Over a quarter of Alabama residents are Black, but the state crammed most Black Alabamians into a single congressional district following the 2020 census, running afoul of the Voting Rights Act. Many expected the ultra-conservative court to reject the challenge and further hollow out the VRA; instead, this ruling could significantly augment the chances of Democrats retaking the House in 2024.7. In Afghanistan, the Taliban has instituted a “highly successful” ban on opium. To cite one example, “In Helmand, by far Afghanistan's largest opium-producing province, the area of poppy cultivation was cut from over 129,000 hectares in 2022 to only 740 as of April 2023.” However, some in the West – including the US Institute for Peace – believe this could have disastrous implications for the Afghan economy. It remains to be seen whether the new government can find a viable economic alternative fast enough to offset these losses. The Taliban had previously banned opium cultivation when they held power in 2000 and 2001, and achieved a 90% reduction at that time.8. New York Governor Kathy Hochul is again licking her wounds after her nominee for the New York Power Authority was blocked by the State Senate, in a similar fashion as her nominee for the New York Court of Appeals, the highest court in the state. Justin Driscoll, whom Hochul had appointed on an interim basis and was seeking to appoint permanently, raised red flags with New York Senate Democrats due to his ingratiation in conservative politics – Driscoll is a registered Republican who has ties to figures like Chris Christie and John Cornyn. Driscoll also opposed the Build Public Renewables Act and has been embroiled in accusations of racial discrimination during his time as general counsel for the Power Authority. On June 9th, POLITICO reported that Senate Democrats will not schedule a vote for Driscoll.9. Projectionists at an Alamo Drafthouse movie theater in New York City have filed an NLRB petition to unionize. However, instead of coming to the negotiating table, the theater chain sent out an internal email “notifying staff of the company's intention to do away with the projectionist position and replace it with a more expansive ‘technical engineer' role.” This reflects how the struggle for labor rights in entertainment goes far beyond Hollywood writers and actors. This from 1010 Wins.10. Last week, Henry Kissinger – President Nixon's controversial National Security Advisor and alleged war criminal – celebrated his 100th birthday. The Real News Network reports that this centennial bash was attended by some of the most prominent diplomatic figures in the country, including Secretary of State Anthony Blinken and head of the international development agency USAID, Samantha Power. Jonathan Guyer of VOX, documented many other attendees as well, including Larry Summers, Robert Kraft, General David Petreaus, CIA Director Bill Burns, and Michael Bloomberg. The gang's all here! Get full access to Ralph Nader Radio Hour at www.ralphnaderradiohour.com/subscribe