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This week on Remember Country Music, I'm joined by Peech for a conversation about his unique musical journey and the stories behind his newest project, Small Town America. We dive into his upbringing in Utah, how he earned the nickname "Peech," and the wide range of influences that helped shape his sound. From blending genres to creating music that feels authentic to who he is, Peech shares the experiences that have led him to this exciting chapter of his career. If you're a fan of artists who aren't afraid to push boundaries while staying true to their roots, this is an episode you won't want to miss.Peech's Insta: https://www.instagram.com/peech/Our Insta: https://www.instagram.com/rcm_podcast/

What is it about small towns that Americans can't stop romanticizing?In this solo episode of the America Explained series, Rich Bennett dives into America's deep emotional connection to small towns and why they continue to represent community, belonging, and authenticity in today's fast-paced world.From classic TV shows and Hallmark movies to Main Street diners, local festivals, and Friday night football games, Rich explores how small towns became woven into the American identity and why so many people still dream about escaping to them.Whether you grew up in a small town, live in one now, or simply love visiting them, this episode will make you think differently about the role these communities play in shaping American culture.In this episode, you'll learn: Why small towns symbolize connection and simplicity  How Hollywood shaped America's small town nostalgia  The important role small towns played in building America  Why people crave authentic local experiences  The challenges and resilience of modern small towns Mentioned in this episode: Harford County Living  America Explained Series  The Andy Griffith Show  Gilmore Girls  Friday Night Lights If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with someone who loves small town America as much as we do.Send us Fan MailCelebrate the Magic of Words in Bel Air, Maryland!https://bookfairatbelair.org/Support the showRate & Review on Apple Podcasts Follow the Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast on Social Media:Facebook – Conversations with Rich Bennett Facebook Group (Join the conversation) – Conversations with Rich Bennett podcast group | FacebookTwitter – Conversations with Rich Bennett Instagram – @conversationswithrichbennettTikTok – CWRB (@conversationsrichbennett) | TikTokSponsors, Affiliates, and ways we pay the bills:Hosted on BuzzsproutSquadCastSubscribe by Email

  Here's a fun recap/teaser for the next episode of the “Mismatched Podcast with Danna & Kristin”: Big Apple adventures, Chinatown finds, graduation party chaos, and the ongoing debate of “we have plenty of time” vs. “we are running out of time.” This week on the Mismatched Podcast with Danna & Kristin, Danna recaps her trip to NYC with Olivia, we talk all things Campbell's graduation prep, and officially confirm that junior year ending is stressful… but somehow senior year is even crazier. So much to do, not enough time… unless you ask Bill, who apparently thinks we have all the time in the world.

Jonathan Vigliotti is an Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award–winning CBS News national correspondent whose work has appeared on numerous platforms including CBS Sunday Morning, Face the Nation, 48 Hours, and more. His reporting has taken him to more than forty countries and territories across six continents. He is the author of Before It's Gone: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small-Town America, and his latest book, Torched: How a City Was Left to Burn, and the Olympic Rush to Rebuild L.A., which went on sale this week. Jonathan discusses the origins of the devastating fires in Los Angeles in early 2025, how they could've and should've been avoided, and what the city must do going forward to prevent such a disaster from happening again. He also describes in harrowing detail his own real-time experience navigating through this nightmarish hellscape as he covered the fires. 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

“All the warnings were there. It was almost a carbon copy — the same warnings that were ignored before Paradise, ignored again before the Palisades. And nobody was held accountable.” — Jonathan Vigliotti On January 7, 2025, the Palisades Fire ignited in Los Angeles. Over the first few hours of the fire, the second-largest city in America had no firefighters on the front lines and no coordinated evacuation. Residents fought the flames with garden hoses. “Where are the firefighters?” somebody, running from the fire, screamed into a live television shot. Where, indeed, were Los Angeles firefighters? Jonathan Vigliotti — CBS national correspondent, Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award winner — was there from the beginning. His new book, Torched: How a City Was Left to Burn and the Olympic Rush to Rebuild Los Angeles, is the searing firsthand account of the tragic failure of the Los Angeles authorities to respond to the fire. The story Vigliotti tells is not new. In some ways, it is a carbon copy of the 2018 Camp Fire that destroyed Paradise in Northern California. First as tragedy then as farce: inadequate evacuation routes, uncleared fuel loads, officials who failed to act were repeated almost exactly in Pacific Palisades and Altadena. More than eighty people died in Paradise and more than thirty in the LA fires. The economic damage in LA will likely make it the costliest natural disaster in US history. And when the LA mayor and the Californian governor appeared in the first press conference after the fires broke out, Vigliotti reports, all Karen Bass and Gavin Newsom were talking about was the 2028 Olympics. The political reckoning has not happened, Vigliotti warns. Bass is still mayor and Newsom is a Presidential frontrunner for 2028. California's current governor's race is dominated by homelessness and crime. Wildfire — the existential threat to the state, the one where more than $2 billion in taxpayer money was pumped into agencies over several years with more than half a billion unaccounted for — is barely mentioned. The fires will be back, Vigliotti warns. Maybe this year for the World Cup, maybe in 2028 for the Olympics. So where are the firefighters? Five Takeaways •       Where Are the Firefighters? The Central Question: Vigliotti was on scene from the first moments of the Palisades Fire. What struck him was not the scale of the flames — he'd seen wildfires before — but the absence of any official response. No firefighters at ground zero. No coordinated evacuation. The traffic gridlock that formed within an hour of ignition blocked fire trucks from getting through. Residents fought embers with garden hoses. A man running from the hillside screamed into Vigliotti's live shot: “Where are the firefighters?” That question became the question of the disaster — and the book. •       A Carbon Copy of Paradise: The 2018 Camp Fire destroyed the Northern California town of Paradise. More than eighty people died. Before it happened: weeks and months of warnings about inadequate evacuation routes, uncleared fuel loads, and officials who failed to act. The same warnings, in almost identical form, were issued for Pacific Palisades and Altadena before January 7, 2025. They were ignored in the same way. The LA fires killed more than thirty people and will likely be the costliest natural disaster in US history. Nobody has been held accountable. Nobody has been fired. •       The Olympics Come First: Vigliotti's most damning reporting: in the first press conference after the Palisades Fire broke out, Mayor Karen Bass and Governor Gavin Newsom were already talking about the 2028 Olympic Games and Los Angeles's ability to rebuild in time. The fires were still burning. The framing was already: how do we make this a story of resilience and recovery? Vigliotti's counter: the story is not resilience. It is accountability. The question is not whether Los Angeles can rebuild. It is whether it can avoid the same disaster happening again. •       $2 Billion, Half a Billion Unaccounted For: California's taxes are already among the highest in the country. More than $2 billion in taxpayer money was pumped into homeless-related agencies over several years. More than half a billion was unaccounted for. And the agencies responsible for wildfire prevention and emergency management are chronically underfunded. Vigliotti's argument: it is not that Californians need to pay more taxes. It is that the taxes they pay need to go to the right agencies. The budget for fighting climate change and protecting communities from fire is dwarfed by the budget for crime. Fire kills more people. •       The Political Reckoning That Hasn't Happened: California's governor's race, in the wake of the deadliest and costliest fire season in recent memory, is dominated by homelessness and crime. Wildfire — the existential threat to the state — is barely mentioned. Nobody in the political class, Vigliotti reports, has come to him asking for advice or analysis. He is not holding his breath. His warning: this summer, and every summer, the fire will come back. The conditions that created the Palisades disaster have not been remedied. Los Angeles is not ready. About the Guest Jonathan Vigliotti is a CBS News national correspondent and Emmy and Edward R. Murrow Award winner. He is the author of Torched: How a City Was Left to Burn and the Olympic Rush to Rebuild Los Angeles (Atria/One Signal, May 12, 2026) and Before It's Gone: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small-Town America. He is based in Los Angeles. References: •       Torched: How a City Was Left to Burn and the Olympic Rush to Rebuild Los Angeles by Jonathan Vigliotti (Atria/One Signal, May 12, 2026). •       Lizzie Johnson, Paradise: One Town's Struggle to Survive an American Wildfire — the companion book on the 2018 Camp Fire, referenced in the interview. •       Watch Duty — the wildfire monitoring app Vigliotti mentions as standard equipment for California residents. About Keen On America Nobody asks more awkward questions than the Anglo-American writer and filmmaker Andrew Keen. In Keen On America, Andrew brings his pointed Transatlantic wit to making sense of the United States — hosting daily interviews about the history and future of this now venerable Republic. With nearly 2,900 episodes since the show launched on TechCrunch in 2010, Keen On America is the most prolific intellectual interview show in the history of podcasting. WebsiteSubstack

It's been only a couple of weeks since the No Kings 3 protests, but we can see now how protest and resistance are changing in America: that one it wasn't just bigger than the previous No Kings. It was different: Deeper and more connected. Rebecca Solnit argues that to understand resistance and change today, we need a much longer perspective than a couple of years. Her new book is The Beginning Comes After the End. Also: Minneapolis made history with its mobilization against ICE. But what about the rest of the state, where the immigrant population has been growing for a couple of decades? What kind of resistance has developed there? Emma Janssen went to small town Minnesota to find out. She's a writing fellow at The American Prospect.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It's been only a couple of weeks since the No Kings 3 protests, but we can see now how protest and resistance are changing in America: that one it wasn't just bigger than the previous No Kings. It was different: Deeper and more connected. Rebecca Solnit argues that to understand resistance and change today, we need a much longer perspective than a couple of years. Her new book is The Beginning Comes After the End.Also: Minneapolis made history with its mobilization against ICE. But what about the rest of the state, where the immigrant population has been growing for a couple of decades? What kind of resistance has developed there? Emma Janssen went to small town Minnesota to find out. She's a writing fellow at The American Prospect.  Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Adam B. is an active-duty police officer in Ohio, a 17-year military veteran, and a former M1 Abrams tanker who deployed to Iraq and Korea. He grew up in the foster care system after being removed from a violent home in Cleveland at age four, was adopted into a rural family that changed his trajectory, and went on to serve in the Army, the National Guard as an MP, work corrections at the Cuyahoga County jail, earn a spot on a SWAT team, and build a career in patrol. This conversation covers a lot of ground. Adam walks through what it was like growing up with 12 siblings in a house that got raided by the DEA. He talks about what drew him to the military, what it felt like to hold a dying child overseas, and why that moment still makes it hard to hold his own kids. He describes working the tenth floor of one of Ohio's roughest jails, responding to a domestic violence murder in front of three children, and why most patrol officers are dangerously undertrained compared to SWAT. Then the conversation turns to East Palestine. Adam was activated with the National Guard and sent to the site of the Norfolk Southern train derailment. He stood 200 yards from a controlled chemical detonation with no protective equipment. He watched a mushroom cloud rise and tasted vinyl chloride in the air. Within weeks, his appendix had to be removed. Three years later, he's dealing with memory loss, vision problems, and symptoms his doctors are still trying to explain. Norfolk Southern spent millions lobbying against the very safety regulations proposed after the disaster.  Help me become undeniable to the NYT: https://www.clearedhotpodcast.com/book

Drug cartels have quietly infiltrated rural America. Trafficked host Mariana van Zeller walks us through the underworld hiding beneath our very feet.Full show notes and resources can be found here: jordanharbinger.com/1302What We Discuss with Mariana van Zeller:Mexican drug cartels are deliberately setting up operations in small-town America — not big cities — because rural areas have minimal law enforcement, making it easier to hide distribution networks where a single sheriff can't compete with heavily armed cartel operatives.Mariana van Zeller builds trust with dangerous sources — from cartel lieutenants to assassins — by ditching prepared question lists, sharing personal photos, and offering cigarettes, treating interviews as human conversations rather than interrogations to unlock genuine, unguarded responses.Commercial airlines like Delta are among the biggest drug transportation networks in the US, with cartel distributors exploiting everyday travel infrastructure rather than the covert smuggling operations most people imagine — meaning the drug trade hides in plain sight.The opioid-to-fentanyl-to-tranq-dope pipeline is a public health crisis, not a moral failing — most users started with a legitimate injury and a prescription, and the street drug xylazine now causes wounds resembling leprosy while hospitals stigmatize users instead of treating them.Mariana's approach to journalism offers a powerful reminder that curiosity and empathy — not judgment — are what unlock the deepest understanding of people and problems, a mindset anyone can practice to have more meaningful conversations and see the world with clearer eyes.And much more...And if you're still game to support us, please leave a review here — even one sentence helps! Sign up for Six-Minute Networking — our free networking and relationship development mini course — at jordanharbinger.com/course!Subscribe to our once-a-week Wee Bit Wiser newsletter today and start filling your Wednesdays with wisdom!Do you even Reddit, bro? Join us at r/JordanHarbinger!This Episode Is Brought To You By Our Fine Sponsors: The Cybersecurity Tapes: Listen here: thecybersecuritytapes.comProgressive Insurance: Free online quote: progressive.comBetterHelp: 10% off first month: betterhelp.com/jordanButcherBox: Free protein for a year + $20 off first box: butcherbox.com/jordanFundera by NerdWallet: Find the funding you deserve: nerdwallet.com/jordanPaka: Paka hoodie & crew socks: go.pakaapparel.com/jordanSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Navigating Big Business in Small Town America with Pathfinder AccountingIn this episode of 'Small Town Big Business,' hosts Jennifer Olson and Russell Williams are joined by Brendan Morgan of Pathfinder Accounting and Tax. Brendan shares insights into his specialized CPA firm that focuses on client accounting services, advanced bookkeeping, tax planning, and accounting consultancy. He discusses his journey from New York to Southern Illinois, the evolving landscape of remote work, and his passion for integrating technology into accounting practices. Brendan also explores his community involvement through the Southern Illinois Community Foundation and the Boys and Girls Club, highlighting the importance of local engagement. Additionally, the episode covers practical advice for small business owners on managing bookkeeping, automating administrative tasks, and transitioning accounting services efficiently.00:00 Welcome to Small Town Big Business00:11 Meet the Hosts: Jennifer Olson and Russell Williams00:59 Introducing Brendan Morgan from Pathfinder Accounting and Tax01:10 Pathfinder Accounting and Tax: Services and Specializations02:42 From New York to Southern Illinois: Brendan's Journey03:46 Starting a Business in Marion: Challenges and Opportunities05:52 Clientele and Services: Who Benefits from Pathfinder09:20 Community Involvement and Networking13:19 Automation and Efficiency in Business21:51 Upskilling and Workshops22:33 Bookkeeping Essentials for Small Businesses26:17 Outsourced CFO Services28:52 Community Involvement and Nonprofit Work34:37 Transitioning Bookkeeping Services36:56 The Future of CPA Profession40:20 Finding and Contacting the Business41:21 Conclusion and AcknowledgementsRecorded at EThOs Small Business Incubator and Co-working Spaces in Marion, Illinois.https://members.ethosmarion.org/ SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCASTOur guest: https://www.pathfinderaccounting.co/

Send us a textWhat if the life you've been chasing is waiting in a town you've never heard of? We sit down with journalist and filmmaker Corey Hepola, the creator of My Town, a high-quality docuseries that spotlights the people, jobs, and everyday magic inside America's small communities. Forget the stereotypes—Corey shares why the data, the stories, and the views from the ground all point to a different truth: rural places are growing, evolving, and attracting families who rank quality of life above everything else.Corey takes us from his broadcast career to the conversation that changed his path, then opens the curtain on how My Town comes together: months of research, a local leadership team, and three interwoven storylines featuring stayers, boomerangs, and newcomers. We hear how Watford City turned an oil boom into a welcoming culture with top-tier schools and healthcare, why Fairmont's bacon economy and chain of lakes create surprising momentum, and how St. Joseph's award-winning restaurant and bakery make a compelling case for destination dining far from the metro glare. He also shares Joy Ranch's moving mission and a peek at season three adventures, including a hot air balloon championship.If you love road trips, geocaching, or simply finding what's real beyond the freeway, this conversation delivers a map of places worth your time—and maybe your future. Watch the My Town series on YouTube, then come back and tell us which town stole your heart. Subscribe to the show, share this episode with a friend who needs a weekend escape idea, and leave a review to help more curious travelers find us.My Town LINKSupport the showFacebookInstagramYoutube

Eh, Yo! This week we dive into what it's like running a rural arcade business in small-town America. I'm joined by Shar one of the owners of Bad Axe Retrocade in Bad Axe, Michigan. Bad Axe has a population of just over 3,000 people, and Bad Axe Retrocade is the only classic rural arcade for over 45 minutes. We spoke with Shar about what it's like running a rural arcade business in such a small town. What it took to find games, location, community building, and more. If you've ever wondered what it'd be like running a rural arcade business in small town America here is your answer. I believe that Shar and her family have done a great job building Bad Axe Retrocade and I hope they stay in business for a long time.If you ever find yourself in Bad Axe Michigan, stop by and let them know Indie Arcade Wave sent you.If you like what we are doing here at Indie Arcade Wave don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. It means the world to us and will help the wave grow, so we can ride it together.If you like what we are doing here at Indie Arcade Wave don't forget to like, share, and subscribe. It helps us a ton, the wave will continue to grow and we can all ride it together.If you are looking to buy new or used Stern pinballs, Food Fight Frenzy, Ice Cold Beer Remakes, Claw Machines, or Indie Arcade Games email me at Indiearcadewave@gmail.com.Indie Arcade WaveWebsite: https://www.indiearcadewave.comYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/c/IndieArcadeWaveTiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@indiearcadewaveInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/indiearcadewave/Twitter: https://twitter.com/indiearcadewaveDiscord: https://discord.gg/6GntJQN Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6dFWBTnIroJdBla3hi9SAK Bitchute: https://www.bitchute.com/channel/RckLgQBWwOAS/ Odyssey: https://odysee.com/@IndieArcadeWave:5Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/c-2032648Bad Axe RetrocadeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61552087754816Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badaxeretrocade/Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@badaxeretrocadeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCA3_FZGDSwlD0-DfbkX81gg

An Unsolved Case & Its Ghostly Aftermath In June 1948, a young woman named Mary Jane Reed went out on a first date—and never came home. Days later, her body and that of her date, Stanley Skridla, were found murdered outside Oregon, Illinois. Decades of rumors, corruption claims, and unanswered questions turned this cold case into one of Illinois' most chilling mysteries. From a missing skull to reported ghost sightings, my guest, author Ted Gregory, explores the unsolved murder that refuses to stay buried. BUY the BOOK- https://amzn.to/3XSFc0L Mary Jane's Ghost: The Legacy of a Murder in Small Town America by Ted Gregory Website: https://tedcgregory.com/ Mary Jane's Ghost with Ted Gregory - Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot GIVE the GIFT of an EXPERIENCE this Holiday Season! Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠  Paranormal Mysteries EVENT: https://www.darknessradio.com/darknessevents/ Check out the merch, blog, buy the book and so much more! mysteriesmayhemandmerlot.net WHERE'S WINNIE! - https://linktr.ee/WinnieSchrader Check out Winnie's Linktree for everything Winnie! From merch for Paranormal 60, Love+Lotus Tarot & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot to digital designs with WS Media & more! Find the Paranormal 60 Podcast & Mysteries, Mayhem & Merlot Podcasts on Rumble Use our link & Sign Up Today! - https://rumble.com/register/Paranormal60Network IF YOU NEED HELP PLEASE CONTACT THE CRISIS HELPLINE Domestic Violence-Drugs-Alcohol-Suicide-Sexual Abuse Call or Text to 988 Chat online at https://988lifeline.org/ PLEASE SUPPORT THE ADVERTISERS THAT SUPPORT THIS SHOW TalkSpace - Get $80 off your first month with Talkspace when you go to Talkspace.com/podcast and enter promo code SPACE80. True Classic - Step into your new home for the best clothes at True Classic ⁠www.TrueClassic.com/P60⁠ Raycon Everyday Earbuds - Save up to 30% Off at ⁠www.buyraycon.com/truecrimenetwork⁠ Cornbread Hemp - Save 30% off your first order at ⁠www.cornbreadhemp.com/P60⁠ and enter P60 into the coupon code Mint Mobile - To get your new wireless plan for just $15 a month, and get the plan shipped to your door for FREE, go to ⁠⁠⁠www.MintMobile.com/P60⁠ Cozy Earth - Begin your sleep adventure on the best bedding and sleepwear with Cozy Earth: ⁠https://cozyearth.com/⁠ use Promo Code P60 for up to 40% off savings! Love & Lotus Tarot with Winnie Schrader - ⁠⁠⁠⁠http://lovelotustarot.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠ PLEASE RATE & REVIEW MYSTERIES, MAYHEM & MERLOT PODCAST WHEREVER YOU LISTEN #MaryJaneReed #UnsolvedMurder #ColdCase #IllinoisTrueCrime #HauntedHistory #ParanormalTrueCrime #GhostSightings #LoversLaneMurder #1948Murder #DoubleHomicide #StanleySkridla #AmericanHauntings #Exhumation #MissingSkull #SmallTownSecrets #HistoricalCrime #MurderMystery #TrueCrimePodcast #UnsolvedDeaths #HauntedIllinois Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rural parts of the country are getting an economic boost thanks to the construction of giant data centers. WSJ reporter David Uberti visits Umatilla, Oregon to look into whether the boom will last. Plus, the Journal's auto columnist, Dan Neil, goes for a ride in a flying car. Katie Deighton hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free Technology newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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She's running again — and this time, it's personal. Beth Kennett joins The Holler to talk about why she's stepping up once more to run for mayor of Burlington, North Carolina — and what it means to lead, listen, and fight for the community you love.Beth opens up about her journey from minister to mayoral candidate, the lessons she's learned from losing by just 170 votes, and how she's channeling that experience into a campaign built on listening, inclusion, and change.She also reflects on what it means to be a woman in politics, the ripple effects of local leadership, and why Burlington's pickleball controversy says so much about who gets heard — and who doesn't — in local government.For more Tar Heel deep dives and quick hits, subscribe to The Hometown Holler and follow us on social media:Follow us on Instagram & help us keep the lights on by becoming a Friend of the Holler

One year after Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, Canton Mayor Zeb Smathers joins The Hometown Holler for a powerful conversation about crisis, community, and the fight to keep small towns alive. Zeb relives Helene — from the death and destruction, to the misinformation and political spin, to the everyday acts of heroism that show why small towns still matter. He also recounts the paper mill shutdown known as “Black Monday” and shares what these experiences taught him about resilience, humanity, and the meaning of home. Along the way, he reveals what Washington gets wrong about rural America — and even weighs in on pro wrestling.For more Tar Heel deep dives and quick hits, subscribe to The Hometown Holler and follow us on social media:Follow us:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehometownhollerTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hometownhollerBlue Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/thehometownholler.bsky.socialTwitter/X: https://x.com/hometown_hollerFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/thehometownhollerPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/TheHometownHoller

Today on the show: How Trump's plan to kill FEMA will drown small town America A special report by award-winning investigative reporter Greg Palast. Also will Trump's quest to end balloting by mail marginalize millions of brown and black voters in America. And satirist and radical radio host, Randy Credico, back on the road to Washington D.C. with a few crucial signs of our times The post Greg Palast On Trump's Plan to Kill FEMA & How It Will Affect Small Town America appeared first on KPFA.

Millions of people are asking tools like ChatGPT questions every day. But your questions don’t just fly up into the ether. They go to a real place. AI has a backend, and it looks like massive data centers sprawling across farmland in places like central Washington. Data centers provide the essential infrastructure needed to run AI apps and everything else we do on the internet. And tech companies say they bring economic prosperity to communities that desperately need it. But those benefits come at a cost. On this week's episode, we travel to a place where the data center boom is well underway to find out how the AI boom is reshaping small towns.Support the show: https://kuow.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

John Marsh's story is almost too wild to believe. At 23, he was $1.5M in debt, $99K overdrawn, hooked on meth, and ready to end his life in the attic of his home.Then—everything changed.Today, John and his wife have rebuilt over 200 properties, steward $2B in real estate across America, and are on a mission to save small towns through what he calls “redemptive real estate.”In this episode:The attic moment that changed everythingHow he built wealth without filing bankruptcyWhy “God loves idiots” is his secret to successThe 5 F's that keep his businesses, marriage, and mission alignedHis $30M “land-based cruise ship” model to revive small-town AmericaWhether you're in real estate, business, or just love a jaw-dropping comeback story, this one will leave you rethinking what's possible.

Small towns move at their own pace, and that's the beauty of it. In this solo episode, Chad dives into life without the constant scroll, the kind of connections you only find in places like Lake Almanor, and the quiet moments that mean everything. It's about slowing down, breathing deep, and remembering what matters before it slips away. This episode is brought to you by Napa Valley Olive Oil Merlo Farming Extreme Diesel Mickey Thompson Tires and Wheels Oakley Sunglasses ATC Consulting And The Provider

Small towns don't just recover slower after disaster—they're often forgotten altogether. In this episode, Leigh Brown exposes the deep inequalities she's witnessed firsthand in Western North Carolina's long road to recovery. From government red tape to rising property taxes, this is a raw look at what happens when working-class communities are pushed to the margins.   Key takeaways to listen for Why disaster relief often favors urban areas over rural ones The hidden financial toll of rebuilding for low-income, generational homeowners How property tax hikes after disaster can force people off their land The overlooked role of elitism in disaster planning and recovery Why preserving small-town economies and culture is essential to America's future   Resources mentioned in this episode American Red Cross Samaritan's Purse   Are you ready to make a difference? Go to https://www.patriotrelief.org to learn more.   Connect with Leigh Please subscribe to this podcast on your favorite podcast app at https://pod.link/1153262163, and never miss a beat from Leigh by visiting https://leighbrown.com. DM Leigh Brown on Instagram @ LeighThomasBrown.

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Dr. Kara von Dresner de Rothschild is a Greek-American psychologist, philanthropist, and Christian film producer. She is the founder of the Gardenroots Activism Movement and the American Republican Sisterhood. In 2024, von Dresner also launched Sweet Baby Jeez Teez - a clothing line developed to spread Christian and Conservative ideals. In 2025 she was crowned Miss Ambassador America [6]and is affiliated with Southern Luxe Entertainment, a film group that produces award-winning Christian films. She is the author of the Best-Selling books 95 Laws of Political Power, Psychology that Wins Campaigns, and How to Win Republican Campaigns in Small Town America. She additionally created and authors the conservative children's books series Well Done, Elliston![7] and Way to Be, Ellalee![8] that tackle adult issues, such as death, patriotism, religion, gender roles, morality, military suicide, kindness, friendship, and healthy boundaries, in a way children can understand and remember. 

Here's your Daily dose of Human Events with @JackPosobiecRight now, you can get the best-selling MEGA 3-Month Emergency Food Supply, for the same price as the standard kit. From ‘My Patriot Supply' go to https://www.MYPATRIOTSUPPLY.COM/JACK.Support the show

Send us a textIn this impactful episode of Passing The Torch, host Martin Foster sits down with Michelle Lang, founder of Operation Honor Rural Salute (OHRS), a nonprofit dedicated to supporting rural and small-town veterans and their families. Michelle shares her personal journey, including her husband's challenging transition out of the military and the difficulties they faced finding support in rural Pennsylvania. This experience, combined with helping their Vietnam veteran neighbor avoid homelessness, catalyzed Michelle's commitment to closing the resource gap for rural veterans.Key Themes:Rural veterans face unique challenges, including higher suicide rates and fewer accessible services.Operation Honor Rural Salute connects veterans in these areas to life-changing resources and community events.There is a cultural disconnect between older and younger veterans, with many newer veterans reluctant to embrace the “veteran” identity.Michelle's leadership philosophy: personal self-awareness and serving from one's strengths lead to a fulfilling life.Transitioning out of the military can be mentally challenging—early and inclusive planning is vital for both service members and their spouses.Michelle's “pass the torch” wisdom: Find out who you are and how you can serve with what you're best at.This episode shines a light on an often-overlooked population and underscores the power of community-driven change and empathetic leadership.===Time Codes:00:00 Mark Harper's Inspiring Program Introduction04:34 Barriers to Rural Relocation06:30 Struggles with Mental Health & Service10:54 VA Assistance Event Success13:30 Veteran Culture Across Generations17:22 Funding Needed for Rural Veterans Initiative22:03 Homeless Veterans on Base24:41 "Overcoming Mental Barriers in Leadership"28:29 "Dream Billboard Message"32:59 Podcast Guest Introduction33:57 Understanding Rural Veterans' ExperiencesConnect with Passing The Torch: Facebook and IG: @torchmartin More Amazing Stories: Episode 41: Lee Ellis – Freeing You From Bond That Make You InsecureEpisode 49: Ryan Hawk – Crafting a Legacy of LeadershipEpisode 52: Riley Tejcek – Mission of Empowerment and Endurance

Bonchon CEO Suzie Tsai reveals how Korean fried chicken is taking over Middle America, with explosive growth from 150 to 500 planned U.S. locations. Discover the tech stack secrets driving higher sales through kiosks, why Gen Z customers are obsessed with authentic Korean flavors, and how this female CEO is revolutionizing the fast-casual space with bold expansion into unexpected markets like Arkansas and Utah. Plus, get insider insights on catering growth strategies, ghost kitchen operations, and why authentic spicy flavors are winning over traditional American palates.FastCasual #KoreanFriedChicken #RestaurantGrowthGet Your Podcast Now! Are you a hospitality or restaurant industry leader looking to amplify your voice and establish yourself as a thought leader? Look no further than SavorFM, the premier podcast platform designed exclusively for hospitality visionaries like you. Take the next step in your industry leadership journey – visit https://www.savor.fm/Capital & Advisory: Are you a fast-casual restaurant startup or a technology innovator in the food service industry? Don't miss out on the opportunity to tap into decades of expertise. Reach out to Savor Capital & Advisory now to explore how their seasoned professionals can propel your business forward. Discover if you're eligible to leverage our unparalleled knowledge in food service branding and technology and take your venture to new heights.Don't wait – amplify your voice or supercharge your startup's growth today with Savor's ecosystem of industry-leading platforms and advisory services. Visit https://www.savor.fm/capital-advisory

Augusta Distillery (Augusta, KY) WF0059 The month-long celebration of the release of Whiskey Lore's Travel Guide to Experiencing Kentucky Bourbon: Second Edition continues with a journey to the Northern Kentucky region that is home to New Riff, Neeley Family, Boone County and others. But did you know, along the Ohio River, below Cincinnati and northwest of Lexington there are three distilleries just waiting to be explored? Today, we're going to visit with Ryan Edwards, co-founder of Augusta Distillery, a facility I've had the privilege of seeing evolve from the bones of an old manufacturing building into an experiential distillery that blends town charm, the building that employed so many, and a modern distillery that stretches the concept of what you can do in a distillery. It's also the home of a distiller you should know - Alex Castle. Join me as we go through the evolution of the distillery and find out what things you can do here that you've likely never done at any other distillery. We'll make you put Northeast Kentucky into your travel plans. And for Patreon.com/whiskeylore members, get an extra ten minutes to this episode with some insider information on some of the features of this distillery. Cheers and slainte mhath, Drew

Send us a textWith 15 top ten singles,six of those being Number 1 hits, theres still much that can be said about Steve Bridgmon. A nashville based, Kentucky born and raised Insirational Country Artist, He is the Host of the television reality usic competition show The Sound of Small Town America!!  check him out at www.stevebridgon.comSupport the showThe David Bradley ShowHost: David Bradleyhttps://www.facebook.com/100087472238854https://youtube.com/@thedavidbradleyshowwww.thedavidbradleyshow.com Like to be a guestContact Usjulie@thedavidbradleyshow.comRecorded at Bradley StudiosProduced by: Caitlin BackesProud Member of CMASPONSERSBottled Water and Sweet Tea provided by PURITY DairyABlaze Entertainment

Send us a textIn this episode, we take a heartfelt journey through the American songbook to explore how small towns have been portrayed in music. From the romanticized front porches and dusty roads to the heartbreak, nostalgia, and gritty realism, small-town life has long been a lyrical muse. We dive into tracks that celebrate tight-knit communities, critique limited opportunities, and immortalize the hometowns that shaped the artists behind the music.Songs by John Mellencamp, Doobie Brothers, Tom Waits, among others—offer glimpses into the everyday hopes and struggles of small-town living. Whether it's a place to escape from or the only place that ever felt like home, the small town looms large in American music culture.Topics Covered:The duality of pride and frustration in small-town songsKey artists and their hometown-inspired hitsThe role of nostalgia in shaping musical storytellingHow small towns symbolize broader American identity-IF YOU LIKE THIS WEEKS EPISODE HELP US GROW THIS PODCAST BY RATING, SUBSCRIBE, AND FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM @MARYBS5THSON. FINALLY, PLEASE SHARE THIS PODCAST WITH THOSE YOU LOVE TO HELP US CONTINUE TO CREATE CONTENT FOR YOU TO ENJOY EVERY SUNDAY MORNING OR ANYTIME! 

We're a couple days removed from yet another on campus shooting. Sasha, Cari, and I ask what the hell is wrong with America and how did we get here.About our guests: Sasha Abramsky is The Nation's Western correspondent. He is the author of several books, including The American Way of Poverty, The House of Twenty Thousand Books, Little Wonder: The Fabulous Story of Lottie Dod, the World's First Female Sports Superstar, and most recently Chaos Comes Calling: The Battle Against the Far-Right Takeover of Small-Town America. Follow him on Bluesky at @sashaabramsky.bsky.social. Dr. Cari Babitzke is a historian focusing on gun politics in the latter half of the 20th century.

Today Sasha Abramsky joins in for the first time to talk about why small towns are so susceptible to far right rhetoric and if there is hope for the future.About our guest:Sasha Abramsky is The Nation's Western correspondent. He is the author of several books, including The American Way of Poverty, The House of Twenty Thousand Books, Little Wonder: The Fabulous Story of Lottie Dod, the World's First Female Sports Superstar, and most recently Chaos Comes Calling: The Battle Against the Far-Right Takeover of Small-Town America. Follow him on Bluesky at @sashaabramsky.bsky.social.

Dr. Nii-Quartelai is joined by Former Obama White House Political Appointee and PFLAG National CEO Brian Bond to talk about how the nation's largest organization dedicated to supporting, educating, and advocating for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them is growing at lightning speed in small town America. Listen to us go beyond the days trending headlines. Download the KBLA app to listen live and subscribe to "A More Perfect Union" podcast powered by KBLA Talk 1580 to never miss an episode. Calling all leaders, learners, and listeners - We've got a lot to talk about!

You can now text us anonymously to leave feedback, suggest future content or simply hurl abuse at us. We'll read out any texts we receive on the show. Click here to try it out!Welcome back to Bad Dads Film Review!This episode takes us to the heart of small-town America as we lace up our sneakers and hit the court for a review of Hoosiers (1986)—a beloved sports drama that captures the underdog spirit like few others. Whether you're a basketball fanatic or just love a good redemption story, this classic film is packed with emotion, grit, and unforgettable moments.Directed by David Anspaugh and starring Gene Hackman, Hoosiers is the ultimate underdog story, inspired by the real-life 1954 Indiana state championship win of Milan High School. The film perfectly captures the essence of small-town basketball, where the sport is more than just a game—it's a way of life.Norman Dale (Gene Hackman) arrives in the tiny town of Hickory, Indiana, with a troubled past and a chance at redemption. Tasked with coaching the high school basketball team, he quickly faces resistance from the town's passionate residents, who are sceptical of his tough, unconventional methods.As he attempts to mold his players into a disciplined, team-first unit, Dale finds an unlikely ally in Shooter (Dennis Hopper), the town drunk and father of one of the players. Together, they battle personal demons and community pressure, leading the Hickory Huskers on an improbable journey to the state championship.At its core, Hoosiers is about more than just basketball. It's about resilience, discipline, and the power of believing in yourself—even when others doubt you. It also explores the way a community rallies behind its team, making it a deeply personal story for many viewers.From last-second buzzer-beaters to the struggles of redemption, Hoosiers is a film that continues to inspire generations. Whether you're a die-hard basketball fan or just love a well-told underdog story, it's a movie that proves heart and determination can take you further than anyone ever expected.So grab your playbook, rally the team, and join us for another classic review!

Baseball isn't just a game—it's a reflection of America itself. And nowhere is that more true than in small towns and cities, where the sport isn't just played—it's part of the community's identity.This week, I sit down with author Will Bardenwerper to talk about his new book, Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America. We dive into what baseball means to small-town life, the challenges these communities face, and why their fight to keep the game alive matters now more than ever.Purchase Will's book, "Homestand: Small Town Baseball and the Fight for the Soul of America"Sign Up for the FREE NewsletterDive deeper into the episode, and access to the FREE bonus show at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://rounders.substack.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Liked the Show? Leave Me a One-Time "Good Game" Tip!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tip on Stripe⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tip on PayPal⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Connect on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Tik Tok⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow on Bluesky⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Send Me a Question for a Future Show!Email me at rounderspodcast@gmail.com

Jonathan Vigliotti is an Emmy-winning CBS news correspondent based in Los Angeles and previously served as a foreign correspondent for CBS's London Bureau. He's reported on sight for Kobe Bryant's helicopter crash, the Syrian civil war and recently authored the book, “Before It's Gone: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small Town America.” Jonathan Vigliotti discusses What REALLY went wrong during the LA wildfires. From residents ignoring warnings to Mayor Karen Bass being out of the country, Jonathan helps break down how LA's leadership failed when it mattered most. He shares first responders' panic-filled experiences on the frontlines of the Pacific Palisades fire, the shocking impact of budget cuts to firefighters, and how false evacuation alerts left residents in chaos. Mayim and Jonathan tackle why LA's emergency response fell apart, how environmental policies might be making things worse, and the critical changes needed to prevent future disasters. WATCH NOW to uncover the devastating reality and what must change to protect LA's future. Please consider supporting any of the below fundraising organizations: - California Community Foundation: https://www.calfund.org/funds/wildfire-recovery-fund/- United Way of Greater Los Angeles: https://unitedwayla.org/wildfire-response-resources/- Pasadena Animal Shelter: https://give.pasadenahumane.org/give/654134/#!/donation/checkout Jonathan Vigliotti's Book, BEFORE IT'S GONE: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small Town America: https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Before-Its-Gone/Jonathan-Vigliotti/9781668008171 BialikBreakdown.comYouTube.com/mayimbialik

Ever notice how certain places and connections shape us in unexpected ways? Sometimes, it's the unique character of a small town, the rhythm of a rural life, that offers opportunities you won't find in an urban environment. It's here where time flows a bit differently that relationships and healing move to a different cadence.In this conversation with Katie Munger, we wander through her journey of building a practice in a small town, where her work has become woven into the fabric of the community. With over 20 years of experience, Katie reflects on how her practice and the relationships she's cultivated have shaped her as much as she has shaped them.Listen into this discussion as we explore the unique challenges and rewards of rural practice, the importance of being fully present with patients, the power of hands-on listening, and the challenge of following your heart, even when the path isn't clear.Katie's story is a reminder that healing isn't just about techniques—it's about connection, presence, and being a part of something larger.

Discussion of the climate crisis is always suffered from a problem of extraction, data points, and warnings of an overheated future struggle to break through the noise of everyday life. Deniers often portray climate solutions as inconvenient, expensive, and unnecessary. Many politicians cloistered by status and focused always on their next election do not yet see climate as a winning issue in the short run, so they don't take any action at all. Jonathan Vigliotti's book explores this, “Before It's Gone: Stories from the Frontlines of Climate Change and Small-Town America.”

Summer 1948. In the scenic, remote river town of Oregon, Illinois, a young couple visiting the local lovers' lane is murdered. The shocking crime garners headlines from Portland, Maine, to Long Beach, California. But after a sweeping manhunt, no one is arrested and the violent deaths of Mary Jane Reed and Stanley Skridla fade into time's indifference. Fast forward fifty years. Eccentric entrepreneur Michael Arians moves to Oregon, opens a roadhouse, gets elected mayor, and becomes obsessed with the crime. He comes up with a scandalous conspiracy theory and starts to believe that Mary Jane's ghost is haunting his establishment. He also reaches out to the Chicago Tribune for help. My guest, Ted Gregory, is the Chicago Tribune reporter who responds to Michael Arians' letter. He is the author of "Mary Jane's Ghost: The Legacy of a Murder in Small Town America". More about the author and his work here: https://tedcgregory.com/ Sergio Mendes and Brasil '77 perform the haunting song "After Sunrise": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-4WAh9Kjk0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Anthony Constantino grew up in Amsterdam, New York, at a time when the city was bustling with activity. In the years that followed, however, many of the manufacturing jobs disappeared, leaving its factories empty and its residents without work. Rather than flee upstate New York, Constantino instead co-founded Sticker Mule in 2010. The company makes products ranging from magnets and stickers (hence the name) to buttons and T-shirts. Today, it employs about 1,000 people in the Amsterdam area. And until recently, Sticker Mule was known for its products—not its politics. That changed on the day former President Donald Trump survived an assassin's bullet. Fed up with the hatred toward Trump, Constantino posted on Sticker Mule's X account an appeal to “help end the hate.” In that post on the night of July 13, he also declared his support for Trump. "I've been seeing the hate directed at President Trump and his supporters for the last eight years. And I don't like it,” Constantino told The Daily Signal in an interview Friday. “When a bullet hit President Trump, I spoke up, and I've been doing everything I can to try to stop the hate.” Since that fateful night in July, Constantino hasn't slowed down. This week, he unveiled a massive 100-foot-wide sign atop his Amsterdam factory along the Mohawk River. He spoke with The Daily Signal about the sign—and the controversy that ensued—for a special episode of our podcast. Illuminated in white and red letters, the “Vote for Trump” sign nearly landed Constantino in jail for allegedly violating zoning rules and distracting drivers. “As soon as the local Democrat mayor heard about the excitement and the enthusiasm for the sign, he got a restraining order issued against me, blocking me from displaying the sign under threat of jail time,” Constantino explained. “My lawyer said, Anthony, if you show that sign, you're going to end up in jail. I thought they were joking; they were serious.” A judge's last-minute order spared him. Monday's celebration proceeded as planned with thousands of onlookers. Constantino's new political action committee—Sticker PAC—produced a video casting the controversy as a “fight for free speech.” Even if Constantino's advocacy for Trump displeases some of Sticker Mule's customers, the CEO isn't planning to stay silent when it comes to politics. “I'm very proud of my organization for the way they've handled all this and they've endured all this. They stayed focused on doing exciting things for our customers, exciting things for the business,” he said. “Everyone stuck by my side. We haven't lost a single employee." Constantino told The Daily Signal that he remains motivated to stop the political division in America and bring the country together. He believes Trump is the leader who can do it.

As parents, we can get better at picking our moments. Not everything needs to be a battle. 

Sam recaps recent events including the lynch mob atmosphere being whipped up against immigrants in general and Black Haitian immigrants in particular after white supremacists in Ohio started vicious lies against Haitians. These lies have been further amplified by J.D. Vance and Donald Trump including from the national debate stage with Kamala Harris this past week.  Unfortunately these recent events couldn't be more timely alongside this week's discussion with Sasha Abramsky, author of the new book Chaos Comes Calling: The Battle Against the Far-Right Takeover of Small-Town America. From Eric Klinenberg :“In this chilling report from the American West, Abramsky shows how the extreme right has mobilized to upend local democratic institutions and warns of a fascist threat that's alarmingly close and widespread. A disturbing, necessary book.” ⁠Order the book here now.⁠ Follow Sasha on X-Twitter at ⁠@abramskysasha⁠ and learn more about his work at ⁠sashaabramsky.com⁠ and ⁠thenation.com⁠ Related episodes:  ⁠The Freedom to Dominate with Jefferson Cowie⁠ ⁠“White Rural Rage” with Tom Schaller⁠ ⁠The White Power Movement in 2024⁠ By popular demand! Get your Refuse Fascism T-Shirt here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bonfire.com/refuse-fascism-pod-shirt⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Find out more about Refuse Fascism and get involved at RefuseFascism.org. Find us on all the socials: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@RefuseFascism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Plus, Sam is on TikTok, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@samgoldmanrf⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Support the show at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠patreon.com/RefuseFascism⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

John delivers a eulogy for iconic actor James Earl Jones who passed away at the age of 93. After that, he plays clips of Donald Trump's insane ramblings at his rally in Wisconsin. Then, he interviews political journalist Sasha Abramsky and they discuss his new book "Chaos Comes Calling: The Battle Against the Far-Right Takeover of Small-Town America". Next, John welcomes back comedy writer Rob Kutner to joke about comedy and promote his new show "Let It Out!" which is a "Standup Comedy Show For Neurodivergent Adults and Friends". And finally, he is joined by Rhonda Hansome and they talk with listeners about the economy, gun control, and the big Trump/ Harris debate.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did we just inadvertently bring something unknown back from space? Update on how soon Elon expects humans to be on Mars. Hurricane season a dud for climate change extremists? Joe Biden continues to lie about Donald Trump. Eighty-eight executives now support Kamala Harris for president. Latest poll numbers for Trump and Harris. Small-town America being overrun by newly arrived immigrants. Thanks to migrants, major diseases are coming back to America? Joe Biden pets a man's chest. How long until Joe Biden is out of office? "Joker: Part II" is on the way. Is everything OK with Rachael Ray? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Unlike the vast majority of journalists who cover American politics, Salena Zito lives far away from the centers of power and wealth. She writes about small-town America and the parts of the country that much of the media doesn't cover. Zito's commitment to understanding the heartland of America is evident in her frequent trips along the nation's back roads. She drives thousands of miles, avoiding interstates and major cities, to grasp the pulse of rural and small-town AmericaHer insights about American voters are especially valuable in this election year. In this podcast, we learn why so many people who live in rural and small-town America support Donald Trump and the populist coalition that reshaped the Republican Party. Salena Zito writes columns and reports on politics for the Washington Examiner, the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, and the New York Post. She is coauthor of "The Great Revolt: Inside the Populist Coalition Reshaping American Politics.”

Unlike the vast majority of journalists who cover American politics, Salena Zito lives far away from the centers of power and wealth. She writes about small-town America and the parts of the country that much of the media doesn't cover. Zito's commitment to understanding the heartland of America is evident in her frequent trips along the nation's back roads. She drives thousands of miles, avoiding interstates and major cities, to grasp the pulse of rural and small-town AmericaHer insights about American voters are especially valuable in this election year. In this podcast, we learn why so many people who live in rural and small-town America support Donald Trump and the populist coalition that reshaped the Republican Party. Salena Zito writes columns and reports on politics for the Washington Examiner, the Pittsburgh Post Gazette, and the New York Post. She is coauthor of "The Great Revolt: Inside the Populist Coalition Reshaping American Politics.”

Galaxy Digital's Austin Storms and Briana Sturgis join the show to discuss the latest Bitcoin mining film, The Big Empty, and if Bitcoin can really help small-town America.Follow along on your favorite podcast player of choice by clicking here.In this week's Mining Pod, we talk with the Galaxy Digital Bitcoin mining team about their Helios Bitcoin mine in Spur, Texas, population 900! We discuss the latest film, The Big Empty, how it was received by the community and what it means to have a Bitcoin miner join rural American towns like Spur.Chapter Markers:00:00:00 Start00:02:01 Guest Intros00:02:36 Helios Mine Scale00:03:21 Guest Bios00:07:59 Helios Facility Size00:11:26 Immersion Mining Process00:13:21 Living in Dickens County00:20:13 Suspicion of New Companies00:23:42 Bitcoin Adoption in Towns00:27:15 Community Interactions00:29:32 Money & State Separation00:33:41 Communication Barriers00:35:06 The Legendary Pool00:38:50 Wrapping Up-Published twice weekly, "The Mining Pod" interviews the best builders and operators in the Bitcoin and Bitcoin mining landscape. Subscribe to get notifications when we publish interviews on Tuesday and a news show on Friday!

The New Abnormal team has picked who they believe Donald Trump will select as his running mate. Plus! Andy Levy talks to CBS News correspondent Jonathan Vigliotti about his new book Before It's Gone: Stories From the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small-Town America. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There's a myth that rural America is dying when, in fact, that couldn't be further from the truth. Elizabeth Currid-Halkett is the James Irvine Chair in Urban and Regional Planning and professor of public policy at the University of Southern California. She joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the small towns in the middle of the country that are thriving and, by many metrics, outperforming much larger urban centers. Her book is “The Overlooked Americans: The Resilience of Our Rural Towns and What It Means for Our Country.”

Dear Pennies and Pallers, In letter one, Shannon writes to us asking what our predictions for the future of small town America are. Letter two comes from a paller who asks for advice as they face a separation and are looking to reimagine their midlife. We also discuss capitalism, artificial intelligence, parrots that mimic people, and more! We wish you well, sincerely, Your Pen Pals Daniel Van Kirk and Rory ScovelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.