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400+ Anti-LGBTQ Bills: Why Pride Matters More Than Ever | This Gay Week As Pride Month begins, LGBTQ people around the world are asking the same question: Are things getting better—or getting worse? This week on This Gay Week, Karel welcomes Scott Jacobsen of The Good Men Project for a wide-ranging conversation on the most important LGBTQ stories making headlines across the globe. Topics include:

With just a week until the FIFA World Cup begins, Mayor Zohran Mamdani and Governor Kathy Hochul announced they will be ramping up transportation and safety protocols across the city. WFUV's Sonia Weliwitigoda reports. The last time the Knicks were in the NBA Finals was 1999. That year, WFUV listeners voted “Return of the Grievous Angel,” a tribute album for Graham Parsons, as the best album of the year, and the Knicks fell to the San Antonio Spurs that year. But last night the Knicks defeated the Spurs in Game 1 of the NBA finals. New Yorkers, including Governor Kathy Hochul, are celebrating. There's a colorful new campaign in New York City for Pride Month. Pink, white and blue text reading “Trans Rights are Human Rights,” will soon fill LinkNYC kiosks and subway screens across the city. WFUV's Xenia Gonikberg sat down with Dez Stavracos, the artist behind the campaign which aims to educate LGBTQ+ New Yorkers on where they can learn what rights they have. This week in music news, WFUV's Livia Regina shares some of Jack Antonoff's interview with the station about Bleachers' new album. Plus, Phoebe Bridgers has a pop-up show in NYC and Julia Jacklin is going on tour. Host/Producer: Sienna Reinders Editors: Lainey Nguyen and Tess Novotny Reporter: Livia Regina Reporter: Sonia Weliwitigota Reporter: Xenia Gonikberg Theme Music: Joe Bergsieker

It's pride month, and in this episode of Sustainability Matters we discuss how queer and trans youth have always fought to shape their own futures—and why their rights have become a flashpoint in contemporary culture wars. From Gay-Straight Alliances and gender-neutral bathrooms to representation in sports and the concept of trans joy, we unpack the narratives shaping identity, belonging, and inclusion in today's political climate.All this and more with Dr. Julia Sinclair-Palm, author of “Queer and Trans Youth Political Activism,” which is Chapter 17 in the De Gruyter Handbook of Youth Activism, published by De Gruyter Brill. Host: Ramzi NasirGuest:  Dr. Julia Sinclair-PalmCitations:1. Sinclair-Palm, Julia. (2024). Names as a trans technology: Exploring the naming practices of trans youth in Australia, Ireland and Canada. Nordic Journal of Socio-Onomastics, 4 (1), 137-161. https://doi.org/10.59589/noso.42024.166692. Sinclair-Palm, Julia. (2023). The Role of Family in Trans Youths' Naming Practices. International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education, 1-14. https://doi.org/10.1080/09518398.2023.21814503. Dyer, Hannah, Julia Sinclair-Palm and Miranda Yeo. (2020). "Drawing Queer and Trans Kinship with Children: Affect, Cohabitation, and Reciprocal Care." Review of Education, Pedagogy, and Cultural Studies, 42(4), 257-276. https://doi.org/10.1080/10714413.2020.17247644. Dyer, Hannah, Julia Sinclair-Palm, Chase Joynt, Miranda Yeo, and Calla Tait. (2020). Aesthetic Expression of Queer kinship in Children's Drawings. Journal of Canadian Studies, 54(2-3), 526-543. https://www.muse.jhu.edu/article/780618.5. https://thebaffler.com/latest/reject-transgender-liberalism-gill-peterson6. https://scholarscompass.vcu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1088&context=jqtsie7. Tourmaline, S., Eric, A., & Burton, J. (2017). Trap Door: Trans Cultural Production and the Politics of Visibility.8. Westbrook, L., & Schilt, K. (2014). Doing gender, determining gender: Transgender people, gender panics, and the maintenance of the sex/gender/sexuality system. Gender & society, 28(1), 32-57.9.  Cruz, C. (2001). Toward an epistemology of a brown body. International Journal of Qualitative Studies in Education, 14(5), 657-669.10. McCready, L. T. (2004). Understanding the marginalization of gay and gender non-conforming Black male students. Theory Into Practice, 43(2), 136-143.11. Brockenbrough, E. (2015). Queer of color agency in educational contexts: Analytic frameworks from a queer of color critique. Educational Studies, 51(1), 28-44.

400+ Anti-LGBTQ Bills: Why Pride Month Still Matters Many people ask: “Why do we still need Pride Month?” After all, same-sex marriage is legal. LGBTQ people are visible in media, business, and politics. Haven't we won? The answer is no. As Pride Month begins, LGBTQ Americans—especially transgender youth—are facing the most significant legal and political backlash in decades. While marriage equality remains intact nationwide, the fight has shifted from expanding rights to defending them. More than 400 anti-LGBTQ bills have been introduced across dozens of states, while over 100 anti-trans laws have been enacted in recent years. From healthcare restrictions and sports bans to book censorship and attacks on legal recognition, the LGBTQ community is confronting a coordinated effort to roll back hard-won protections. In this episode, Karel examines:

Chair of the equalities watchdog, Dr Mary-Ann Stephenson, on sex and gender, the right to protest, and doing one of the hardest jobs in Britain.

This Gay Week EXPLODES: Pride Canceled, Toilet Wars, Nigel Farage Backlash & A Viral LGBTQ Student Pride flags are being ripped down, politicians are fueling outrage, and once again the LGBTQ+ community is at the center of another global culture war. On this episode of Gay Week, Scott Jacobsen and Karel break down the stories everyone will be talking about. A chilling new true crime series revisits the tragic death of Alex Rodda and raises disturbing questions about social media, bullying, and accountability. In the UK, London Colney cancels its Pride celebration after hate crimes targeting Pride flags spark fear and outrage. Meanwhile, Nigel Farage faces backlash for defending a controversial preacher accused of anti-LGBTQ rhetoric. Plus, the endless “bathroom wars” continue as another anti-trans law takes effect, Senegal accuses the West of “imposing homosexuality,” and an openly gay 8th grader from Kentucky goes viral for all the right reasons. This episode is passionate, political, emotional, and deeply personal. Watch live weekdays and join the conversation. Support the show on Patreon: patreon.com/reallykarel Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/reallykarel The Karel Show streams on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartRadio, Spreaker and more. #LGBTQNews #Pride #NigelFarage #AlexRodda #GayWeek #TheKarelShow #LGBTQ, #GayNews, #Pride, #LGBTQNews, #TheKarelShow, #NigelFarage, #AlexRodda, #TrueCrime, #SocialMediaMurders, #PrideFlags, #TransRights, #BathroomBills, #GayRights, #LGBTQCommunity, #Politics, #CultureWar, #UKNews, #AntiLGBTQ, #Equality, #HumanRights, #QueerNews, #LGBTQPolitics, #ViralStory, #Kentucky, #PrideMonth, #BreakingNews, #ProgressiveTalk, #CurrentEvents, #Podcast, #YouTubePodcast https://youtu.be/TqLqvZl9bDU

Send us Fan MailMegan and Michelle wrap it all up by reliving some of the most ridiculous moments in Prosecco Theory history. Laugh with us about foot money, Montgomery glands, gimps, f*cking wind, spoon drawers, tickle cells, faux firefighters, whale subs, and sperm races. We are grateful for EACH AND EVERY ONE OF YOU! It's been an amazing six years. Thank you for coming along for the ride!Cheers!Support the show

We're all still here, still ready to love, and to build community with trans books! In this extremely fun conversation, Cat Fitzpatrick talks about her poetry, her work with Little Puss Press, and a person called Crabstick. If you are wondering how all these things can go together and if you want to hear a fantastic poet speak about her favourite lyric forms as well as her favourite forms of activism, this episode is for you.  References:Cat Fitzpatrick's The Dinner Party (Seven Stories Press, 2026)Little Puss PressCat Fitzpatrick's The Call-OutCat Fitzpatrick's GlamourpussMeanwhile, Elsewhere (edited by Cat Fitzpatrick and Casey Plett) https://www.catfitzpatrick.net/@intermittentcatChiara PellegriniThe Earl of Rochester“A Letter from Artemesia in the Town to Chloe in the Country”Richard BarnfieldUxoriousVirgilAphra BehnGwen Aube's Missed Connections with Tall GirlsViolet Allen's Plastic, Prism, VoidSybil Lamb's I've Got a Time BombJeanne Thornton's A/S/LShola von Reinhold's LoteImogen Binnie's NevadaSophia Dahlin's Glove MoneyFuturepoemsJoss Barton's Goodbye to a Dream Believed   Questions you should be able to respond to after listening:     Cat and I speak about several poetic forms in this episode. What is Cat's take on poetic form and the patriarchy? What is yours?     Which kinds of love do we speak about in the episode?     Cat describes part of her writing process as “I hold on to my feelings until I can make use of them.” Can you relate to this?     What does Cat mean when she talks about books as time capsules?     How can literature help us build community and engage with trans rights?

Israel's Massive Pride Celebration vs Nigeria's LGBTQ Crackdown | This Gay Week This week on This Gay Week, Karel and journalist Scott Jacobsen report from Kyiv to break down the biggest LGBTQ stories happening around the world — from celebration and visibility to fear and persecution. In Nigeria and Cameroon, LGBTQ prisoners are still being jailed simply for existing. The organization Project Not Alone is working to literally buy freedom for some detainees, but how does that system work, and why are people being abandoned by the world community? Meanwhile, Israel is hosting a massive four-day Pride celebration in Tel Aviv near the Dead Sea, drawing LGBTQ tourists from around the globe. But with tensions exploding across the Middle East, is now the right time for a major international Pride event? Plus: • Marcia Gay Harden delivers an important message for mothers everywhere • LGBTQ youth are damaging their health in record numbers using a legal substance — what is happening? • Global LGBTQ headlines, politics, culture, and human rights stories you need to know Karel and Scott bring perspective, passion, and global insight to the stories shaping LGBTQ life around the world. Support The Karel Cast at Patreon.com/ReallyKarel Subscribe at YouTube.com/ReallyKarel #LGBTQ, #Pride, #GayNews, #ThisGayWeek, #Israel, #TelAvivPride, #Nigeria, #HumanRights, #LGBTQRights, #MiddleEast, #Cameroon, #Equality, #GayCulture, #LGBTQNews, #KarelCast, #ScottJacobsen, #BreakingNews, #GlobalNews, #Pride2026, #TransRights, #Lesbian, #Gay, #Bisexual, #Queer, #Politics, #WorldNews, #LGBTQYouth, #MarciaGayHarden, #Humanity, #Podcast https://youtu.be/StFTPzX3Hig

Children Are Listening: Hate Speech, Trump & America's Growing Violence Problem Two teenagers carried out a horrifying hate crime at a mosque in San Diego, killing three people. But the bigger question is: where does this kind of hatred come from? Children are not born hating Muslims, LGBTQ people, immigrants, or people of color. They learn it — from adults, media, politicians, social media, and the culture around them. Today, hate speech is treated like entertainment. Islamophobia, homophobia, transphobia, racism — people dismiss it as “just opinions,” until violence happens. Then everyone acts shocked. But words matter, especially when young people are listening. And no public figure in America has normalized division and cruelty more than Donald Trump. Whether it's immigrants, LGBTQ people, Muslims, or political enemies, the message spreads far beyond rallies and cable news. The children are listening. And sometimes, they act. Plus: The Heart Attack Grill in Las Vegas is shutting down, and the reason says a lot about America's economy. Businesses are increasingly abandoning average Americans and focusing only on wealthier consumers. What does that say about where the country is headed? The Karel Cast dives into politics, culture, media, and the stories shaping our lives — with honesty, humor, and humanity. Support the show at Patreon.com/ReallyKarel Watch and subscribe at YouTube.com/ReallyKarel #Trump, #HateCrime, #Islamophobia, #MosqueAttack, #SanDiego, #Politics, #BreakingNews, #LGBTQ, #TransRights, #Homophobia, #Racism, #SocialMedia, #DonaldTrump, #Violence, #NewsCommentary, #CurrentEvents, #TheKarelCast, #ProgressiveTalk, #MediaCriticism, #AmericanPolitics, #CultureWars, #Equality, #HumanRights, #LasVegas, #HeartAttackGrill, #Economy, #MiddleClass, #PoliticalCommentary, #Podcast, #YouTubePolitics, #LGBTQ, #Vegan, #LasVegas, #EmberDoes_Vegas

IT'S BEEN A WEEK!!! Lizz and Moji have been chugging Imodium the last seven days as they follow the twists and turns of the Fifth Circus Court ruling that created a federal ban and put the mail distribution of the abortion pill mifepristone on the chopping block. Between Sam Alito giving us a week of reprieve to dial back our panic to 23/7 and the FDA assessing the fate of abortion medication using a debunked “study” (really just a forced-birth fever dream scribbled on fishwrap), we were already hanging by a thread. Then Oklahoma decided to do the absolute most by funneling money to FAKE clinics. So yeah, you're gonna need an emotional support drink, spliff, snack, or whatever survival instincts you have left for this episode.   GUEST ROLL CALL:   We had to call in backup for this one! We are joined by Michigan-based OGBYN PA-C, Author, and Creator, Nikki Sapiro Vinckier – the ultimate reproductive health sherpa! Nikki is going to talk about her new book, “We Deserve More,” her latest citizen-led repro win in Michigan, and guide us through EVERYTHING that is happening to access to medication abortion right now. Can we still get pills? How do we get pills? What pills can we still get? Will Sam Alito give me pills? WE NEED ANSWERS, AND NIKKI IS DELIVERING!   PLUS! THE ONE AND ONLY, RaeShanda Lias is here and queeeeer, babay! The absolutely fabulous Digital Creator & Diversity Advocate joins the Buzzkills to fill our joy cups back up by making us laugh, reminding us that Black queer love is indeed thriving, talking to us about clapping back online, her new podcast, and checking the board about RFK Jr. being absolute trash. You're welcome.   Times are heavy, but knowledge is power, y'all. We gotchu.   OPERATION SAVE ABORTION: You can still join the 10,000+ womb warriors fighting the patriarchy by clicking HERE for past Operation Save Abortion trainings, your toolkit, marching orders, and more.   HOSTS: Lizz Winstead IG: @LizzWinstead Bluesky: @LizzWinstead.bsky.social Moji Alawode-El IG: @Mojilocks Bluesky: @Mojilocks.bsky.social   SPECIAL GUESTS: Nikki Sapiro Vinckier IG: @NikkiVinck Bluesky: @NikkiVinck.bsky.social RaeShanda Lias IG: @RaeShanda_Lias / @itsreallyverysimplepodcast TikTok: @shopaif   GUEST LINKS: Nikki's Website BUY: Nikki's New Book, “We Deserve More: Why Reproductive Healthcare Is Broken And What You Can Do About It” Take Back Trust RaeShanda's Website RaeShanda's TikTok   NEWS DUMP: Secret Service Officer Arrested for Indecent Exposure in Miami After Trump Golf Event Member of Trump's Secret Service Arrested Senate Committee Approves Bill to Pay Out-Of-State Groups With Oklahoma Choosing Childbirth Southwest Airlines Finally Pays Flight Attendant Nearly $1 Million After 9-Year Abortion Case Louisiana Says Men Are Spiking Women's Drinks With Abortion Pills. There's Scant Evidence of That. Josh and Erin Hawley's ‘Love Life Initiative' Signals a New Phase of the Antiabortion Fight With Legal Briefs In, Supreme Court Weighs Telehealth Access for the Abortion Pill Facebook Took Down Lizz's Post Talking About Abortion  TROLL JOSH HAWLEY'S HOTLINE: (202) 224-6154   EPISODE LINKS: ADOPT-A-CLINIC: Choices Rising 6 DEGREES: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker and Kathy Najimy to Run Amok in ‘Hocus Pocus 3' SUBSTACK: Abortion Access Front Operation Save Abortion Expose Fake Clinics BUY AAF MERCH! EMAIL your abobo questions to The Feminist Buzzkills AAF's Abortion-Themed Rage Playlist   FOLLOW US: Listen to us ~ FBK Podcast  Instagram ~ @AbortionFront Bluesky ~ @AbortionFront TikTok ~ @AbortionFront Facebook ~ @AbortionFront YouTube ~ @AbortionAccessFront   TALK TO THE CHARLEY BOT FOR ABOBO OPTIONS & RESOURCES HERE! PATREON HERE! Support our work, get exclusive merch and more!  DONATE TO AAF HERE! ACTIVIST CALENDAR HERE! VOLUNTEER WITH US HERE! ADOPT-A-CLINIC HERE! GET ABOBO PILLS FROM PLAN C PILLS HERE! When BS is poppin', we pop off! Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Is Europe becoming more accepting while America becomes more divided? 26-74 This week on The Karel Show, Karel is joined live from Ukraine by journalist Scott Jacobson to break down the biggest LGBTQ stories happening around the world—and the contrast between progress abroad and culture wars in the United States is impossible to ignore. In this episode: *

The Supreme Court closed out arguments for the term this week. Jess and Imani are out, but this episode showcases all the biggest cases of the term. Stay tuned for deep dives on the decisions coming up in future episodes. Expert Repro Journalism That Inspires. Episodes like this take time, research, and a commitment to the truth. If Boom! Lawyered helps you understand what's at stake in our courts, chip in to keep our fearless legal analysis alive. Become a member today. B*itch, Listen now has its own dedicated feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you get your podcasts. If you already subscribe to Boom! Lawyered, sign up for B*tch, Listen so you won't miss it.

The Supreme Court closed out arguments for the term this week. Jess and Imani are out, but this episode showcases all the biggest cases of the term. Stay tuned for deep dives on the decisions coming up in future episodes. Expert Repro Journalism That Inspires. Episodes like this take time, research, and a commitment to the truth. If Boom! Lawyered helps you understand what's at stake in our courts, chip in to keep our fearless legal analysis alive. Become a member today. B*itch, Listen now has its own dedicated feed on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and wherever else you get your podcasts. If you already subscribe to Boom! Lawyered, sign up for B*tch, Listen so you won't miss it.

An exclusive interview with Kezia Dugdale on the charity's mistakes and the future of the LGBTQ+ movement. With reporting by Libby Brooks. Help support our independent journalism at theguardian.com/infocus

Why Morality In America Is A Farce Eight children are killed in Louisiana—and America moves on like nothing happened. Yet every time politicians want to restrict rights or target marginalized communities, they say the same thing: “It's for the children.” But here's the truth: gun violence is the #1 cause of death for people under 18 in the United States. So why isn't that where the outrage is? In this episode of The Karel Show, we break down the uncomfortable reality behind America's selective morality—and why the “protect the children” argument rings hollow. Plus: * What triggered a personal breaking point this weekend—and what you can learn from it * The ongoing chaos around the Strait of Hormuz—what's really going on? * Why new data suggests many Americans may be richer than they think—and why the government still gets poverty wrong

“It Was NEVER About The Children… America's Moral Hypocrisy EXPOSED”

In this Best Of episode, we've compiled some of our favorite conversations all about trans sex. What's different about having sex as a trans person, with a trans person, or as a trans person with another trans person (we see you and love you, t4t folks). With a lot of laughs and a lot of heart, let's dive into the world of trans sex. And check out Elle and Ezra's hilarious viral video, "A Day in the Life of a Trans Couple"! TRANS CREATORS WE'RE LOVING Kat Blaque on YouTube and Instagram Liam Lazore on TikTok Alok on Instagram Flint Del Sol on Instagram Anania on most platforms -- see her Linktree Parker Molloy at The Present Age Murphy on TikTok Mercury Stardust on most platforms -- see her site Have any trans creators you think we should check out? Email DB at sexedwithdb@gmail.com! TRANS ORGANIZATIONS Point of Pride's Annual Trans Surgery Fund The Trans Justice Funding Project A roundup of state-by-state organizations via Them FULL EPISODES FROM THIS BEST OF Trans Pleasure, Explained: Trans Sex 101 with Jamie Joy Friends to Lovers and Fighting for Trans Rights with Activists Elle Deran and Ezra Michel TAKE OUR SMUT QUIZFind your page-turning turn-on with our new SMUT QUIZ! In just 5 questions, you'll get right to the good stuff with curated pages, poems, and audios. No slow burn. No fluff. Just pleasure. Take the quiz here: https://sexedwithdb.fillout.com/smutquiz ABOUT SEASON 13 Season 13 of Sex Ed with DB is ALL ABOUT PLEASURE! Solo pleasure. Partnered pleasure. Orgasms. Porn. Queer joy. Kinks, sex toys, fantasies -- you name it. We're here to help you feel more informed, more empowered, and a whole lot more turned on to help YOU have the best sex. CONNECT WITH USInstagram: @sexedwithdbpodcast TikTok: @sexedwithdbThreads: @sexedwithdbpodcast X: @sexedwithdbYouTube: Sex Ed with DB SEX ED WITH DB SEASON 13 SPONSORS Uberlube, Magic Wand, LELO, and Happy V. Get discounts on all of DB's favorite things here! GET IN TOUCH Email: sexedwithdb@gmail.comSubscribe to our newsletter for hot goss, expert advice, and *the* most salacious stories! FOR SEXUAL HEALTH PROFESSIONALS Check out DB's workshop: "Building A Profitable Online Sexual Health Brand" ABOUT THE SHOW Sex Ed with DB is your go-to podcast for smart, science-backed sex education — delivering trusted insights from top experts on sex, sexuality, and pleasure. Empowering, inclusive, and grounded in real science, it's the sex ed you've always wanted. ASK AN ANONYMOUS SEX ED QUESTION Fill out our anonymous form to ask your sex ed question. SEASON 13 TEAM Creator, Host & Executive Producer: Danielle Bezalel (DB) (she/her) Producer and Growth Marketing Manager: Wil Williams (they/them) Social Media Content Creator: Iva Markicevic Daley (she/her) MUSIC Intro theme music: Hook Sounds Background music: Bright State by Ketsa Ad music: Soul Sync by Ketsa, Always Faithful by Ketsa, and Soul Epic by Ketsa. Thank you Ketsa!  

A federal judge ruled that the Trump administration can't continue withholding tens of millions of dollars in funding over the school district's policies on transgender students. WNYC reporter Giulia Heyward chats with us about what this means for schools, students, and the city. Also, WNYC's Arun Venugopal talks about the new city council proposal for a $30 minimum wage, and what its supporters and opponents alike are saying. -Got any questions, comments or story ideas? Send us a message at NYCNow@WNYC.org

India has passed a controversial bill that seeks to change how transgender people are legally recognised and their right to self-identify. The government says this legislation is meant to protect vulnerable groups from being exploited. But it's caused protests by opposition parties and members of the LGBTQ community.In this episode the BBC's Anahita Sachdev, based in Delhi, breaks down everything we need to know about the Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Amendment Act 2026, including how this law could impact India's ‘third gender'. We also hear from trans-rights activist Don Hasar who shares why some people are worried. Instagram: @bbcwhatintheworld Email: whatintheworld@bbc.co.uk WhatsApp: +44 330 12 33 22 6 Presenter: Iqra Farooq Producer: Mora Morrison Editor: Harriet Oliver

In this episode, Kim Olver continues her conversation with storyteller, author, and activist Paul Iarrabino about Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging (DEIB) and what it looks like in today's world.Together, they explore the current realities facing the trans community, including healthcare access, shifting policies, and the lived experience of navigating uncertainty. Paul shares powerful insights from his work amplifying queer voices through storytelling, including the importance of preserving history, creating space for dialogue, and fostering belonging across differences.The conversation also highlights:The impact of policy changes on everyday livesWhy storytelling is essential for understanding marginalized experiencesHow curiosity can bridge even deeply different perspectivesThe importance of integrating DEIB into everything—not treating it as “separate.”This episode is not about having all the answers; it's about being willing to listen, learn, and engage in meaningful conversation.If you missed Part 1 of this conversation, you can find it here.

The Trump administration fired over 300,000 federal employees, with Black women disproportionately represented among those let go. Pete Hegseth purged generals and military personnel. Kash Patel fired more than a thousand experienced FBI agents. Pam Bondi gutted the DOJ of over 6,400 people. The result: the very agencies Trump wanted to weaponize against his enemies are now too hollowed out to function. The Minneapolis U.S. Attorney's Office lost 75% of its staff after prosecutors refused to charge protesters with terrorism-related felonies. Grand juries are rejecting politically motivated cases. Federal judges are throwing out prosecutions targeting figures like Letitia James and James Comey. Illegally appointed U.S. attorneys like Alina Haba and Lindsay Halligan are being blocked by the courts. Hawk identifies three categories of resistance keeping democracy alive: everyday Americans confronting ICE, citizens serving on grand juries and rejecting bad cases, and federal district court judges like Judge Boasberg refusing to rubber-stamp political prosecutions. The episode closes with a brutally honest reflection on Trump voters and a focus group story about a disabled mother on Medicaid who supported stripping healthcare from trans kids even as the big beautiful bill threatened to leave her and her children homeless. SUPPORT & CONNECT WITH HAWK- Support on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mdg650hawk - Hawk's Merch Store: https://hawkmerchstore.com - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mdg650hawk7thacct - Connect on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hawkeyewhackamole - Connect on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/mdg650hawk.bsky.social - Connect on Substack: https://mdg650hawk.substack.com - Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/hawkpodcasts - Connect on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mdg650hawk - Connect on Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/mdg650hawk ALL HAWK PODCASTS INFO- Additional Content Available Here: https://www.hawkpodcasts.comhttps://www.youtube.com/@hawkpodcasts- Listen to Hawk Podcasts On Your Favorite Platform:Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3RWeJfyApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/422GDuLYouTube: https://youtube.com/@hawkpodcastsiHeartRadio: https://ihr.fm/47vVBdPPandora: https://bit.ly/48COaTB

In this compelling interview, Dr. Alex Iantaffi interviews transgender pioneer and Minnesota State Representative Leigh Finke. They discuss cross-movement solidarity, the recent militarized occupation of Minnesota by ICE during Operation Metro Surge, the impact of the current political violence on trans communities, especially trans women, and on Leigh herself, and the importance of community organizing and political engagement in the fight for all our civil rights.Leigh Finke is honored to serve as State Representative for District 66A. Prior to holding office she worked as a journalist, media creator, and documentary filmmaker. In 2022, she became the first out trans woman elected to the Minnesota Legislature. During her first two terms in office, Leigh has advocated for 2SLGBTQIA+ equality, abortion rights, prison justice, and environmental equity. She chairs the House Reproductive Freedom Caucus and serves as Co-Vice Chair of the Judiciary Committee. In her personal time, Leigh enjoys writing, painting, traveling, skateboarding, and organizing community events, and exploring Minnesota's parks with her kids.A few invitations and takeaways from the episode:Cross-movement solidarity is essential because our liberation is tied to one another.Trans, Two-Spirit, nonbinary, and/or gender expansive people are part of and belong in all communities.Engage in local and state elections to support 2SLGBTQ+ rights.Build community networks for mutual support and safety.Advocate for policies that protect civil rights and gender-affirming care, especially for minors.Educate yourselves and others about the systemic nature of injustice and resistance.Find out more about Leigh Finke at the following links:https://www.leighformn.com/about https://linktr.ee/leighformn24 https://www.instagram.com/leighformn/  Instagram: GenderStoriesHosted by Alex IantaffiMusic by Maxwell von RavenGender Stories logo by Lior Effinger-Weintraub

Send us Fan MailThe Dads is a documentary that follows a group of dads forming a movement to support their trans and gender expansive children amid the rising anti-trans legislation and hostility in the US. We are joined by director Luchina Fisher and subject/producer Stephen Chukumba to discuss why they felt compelled to turn their short film into a feature, how Stephen became a producer on the project, and the beautiful responses they've gotten from people from around the world.Adam's Apple chronicles the lives of a transgender teen and his mom, showing an intimate portrait of a family in transition. We are joined by the mother and son filmmaking duo director Amy Jenkins and subject/writer/composer Adam Sieswerda to discuss being raw and unfiltered on camera, why this is a universal story, and the importance of "showing your ass moments".  Follow director Luchina Fisher on IGFollow subject/producer Stephen Chukumba on IGFollow Adam's Apple on IGFollow director Amy Jenkins on IGFollow writer/composer Adam Sieswerda on IGThank you to our sponsors, Standard Deviant Brewing and The Tech We WantAudio Produced by Jeff Hunt of Storied: SFCo-hosted by John Wildman of Films Gone WildSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without you!--Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. Fuck ice.--Support Bitch Talk here!Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage!Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts!Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.comFollow us on Instagram, Threads, and SubstackListen every Monday at 7 am on BFF.FM

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The U.S. has waged war on Iran for more than a month now. On this week's On the Media, what Defense Secretary Hegseth's monthly Pentagon prayer meetings reveal about his war strategy. Plus, hear how trans rights are being curtailed across the country.  [01:00] Host Brooke Gladstone sits down with Brian Kaylor, president and editor-in-chief of Word&Way and author of The Bible According to Christian Nationalists, to talk about Defense Secretary Hegseth's monthly prayer meetings at the Pentagon. They discuss what the violent rhetoric reveals about Hegseth's approach to war and why these meetings signal a troubling fusion of church and state.  [18:46] Brooke talks with Marlene Laruelle, professor at Luiss University in Rome and director of the Illiberalism Studies Program at George Washington University, about Silicon Valley billionaire Peter Thiel's series of lectures on religion, tech, politics, and society, which he took to the doorstep of the Vatican last month. They discuss his controversial beliefs about the antichrist, and what Thiel's theology reveals about his desire to reorder politics. [33:04] Brooke speaks with Alejandra Caraballo, civil rights attorney and a clinical instructor at Harvard Law School's Cyberlaw Clinic, about the torrent of legal attacks against trans people, and why she's been looking toward a legal framework invented in the wake of Nazi Germany, called "the dual state," to better understand this moment.  Further reading / watching: “At Pentagon Worship Service, Hegseth Casts Iran Conflict as Violent Holy War Against God's Enemies,” by Brian Kaylor “Peter Thiel in Rome: Is Liberalism Ready for the Return of God?” by Marlene Laruelle “The Dual State of Trans Existence,” by Alejandra Caraballo On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.

Support #Millennial!⁠⁠⁠ Visit Patreon.com/millennial to get exclusive bonus episodes, live stream access, and more! Visit our merch store: ⁠⁠https://shop.millennialshow.com⁠⁠ Follow the show in your favorite podcast app and leave us a review! It's chaos, community, and candid conversation on this week's episode! We kick things off with Eric's return before diving headfirst into the Dumpster Fire Corner where we're continuing to watch rising gas prices, market whiplash amid escalating tensions with Iran, and a wild SCOTUS ruling on conversion therapy that dropped on Trans Day of Visibility. Then, we shift gears for a powerful and deeply personal main discussion as Eric shares their journey of self-discovery, coming out, and navigating life as a non-binary trans person. From heartfelt family moments to the realities of gender-affirming care and the alarming wave of anti-trans legislation across the U.S., it's an honest, eye-opening conversation you won't want to miss. Of course, we have only the best recommendations for you inspired by today's discussion: Haus Labs Blush stick (Laura), IT Cosmetics do it all sheer tint face balm foundation (Pam), and Chris Pureka (non-binary singer/songwriter) (Eric).  Interested in reaching out to Eric directly to hear more from them? Email thankyouforspieling@gmail.com Other resources from today's discussion: Trans Lifeline USA: (877) 565-8860 The Gender Dysphoria Bible https://www.erininthemorning.com/ And in this week's installment of After Dark: We're all thinking about aging - but not in the grim, depressing way! We're getting really candid (but positive) about the changes we're seeing in our bodies as we get older. Not naming names, but someone on the panel got their first gray hair in an interesting location (and they decided to hold onto it). Tune in to hear who's getting botox next, how we feel about our own signs of aging, and how we've made peace with the inevitable march of time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

International Transgender Day of Visibility is more than a moment of recognition — it's a celebration of transgender joy, resilience, and the everyday lives that too often go unseen. Observed each year on March 31, the day uplifts trans voices, highlights achievements across culture and community, and calls attention to the discrimination and barriers that still impact transgender people around the world.In this episode, we're exploring the history of International Transgender Day of Visibility while reflecting on representation, advocacy, and the ongoing fight for safety, dignity, and equality.Additional Resources:The History Behind International Transgender Day of VisibilityMSU Alumna Reflects On Establishing Transgender Day of VisibilityTransgender Leader Rachel Crandall to Receive Prestigious Community AwardBiden is the First President to Issue Transgender Day of Visibility ProclamationInternational Transgender Day of Visibility (GLAAD)Fact Check: Biden Did Not Set Transgender Day of Visibility to Annually Coincide with EasterHow Are the Dates for Easter, Palm Sunday, and Ash Wednesday Determined?2026 Anti-Trans Bills TrackerWhat Anti-Trans Bills Passed in 2026?Protect Trans Care NowTake the Pledge: Support Trans Youth NowProtect Life-Saving Healthcare for Trans PeopleTransgender Law CenterThe Trevor ProjectSupport the showGet Your Merch

Featuring the latest in activist campaigns and struggles against oppression fighting for a better world with anti-capitalist analysis on current affairs and international politics.Presenters: Jacob Andrewartha, Mary Merkenich,NewsreportsPresenters discuss the Victorian teachers strike for school and teacher funding on March 24 and ABC workers taking strike action for pay, secure jobs.Interviews and DiscussionsDr Simone Titone, a neuroscientist originally from the United States joins the program to discuss the growing transphobia attacks from the Trump administration and how members of the LGBT community are attempting to escape persecution. You can listen to the individual interview here.Marx del Rosario, organiser for Socialist Alliance Gadigal/Sydney branch discusses his trip to Cuba with the 41st Southern Cross Brigade and the impacts of the latest US blockade. You can listen to the individual interview here.Markela Panegyres, organiser, artist and member of Socialist Alliance discusses the results of the South Australia state elections on Saturday March 21 addressing the rise in support for One Nation, the nature of the incoming Labor government and the response to socialist solutions. You can listen to the individual interview here.

This week, the Idaho Senate is considering a bill that would block transgender people from using public bathrooms that conform with their gender identity, escalating the state's preexisting trans bathroom ban in public schools. A first offense could land someone in prison for a year. This bill is just the latest in a devastating cascade of legal actions stripping away trans rights. For the midweek pod, host Brooke Gladstone speaks with Alejandra Caraballo, a civil rights attorney and a Clinical Instructor at Harvard Law School Cyberlaw Clinic, about why she's been looking toward a legal framework invented in the wake of Nazi Germany called "the dual state" to better understand this moment.    On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.

As their public approval sinks lower and lower, the MAGA right is leaning harder and harder into policies of abject cruelty directed at vulnerable populations that have been turned into sacrificial scapegoats; that is especially true when it comes to immigrants and trans people. In the state of Kansas, for instance, Republicans just rammed through one of the most extreme anti-trans bills in the country. TRNN Editor-in-Chief speaks with journalist and LGBTQ+ policy analyst Erin Reed about how the new law is affecting trans Kansans and about the explosion of anti-trans policies around the country. Additional links/info: Erin Reed website, Substack, Facebook page, Bluesky page, TikTok, and Instagram Erin Reed, Substack, “Anti-Trans National Legal Risk Assessment Map: Feb 2026”Erin Reed, Substack, “"You outlaw it": Heritage Foundation President announces intent to outlaw all trans adult care”Sherman Smith & Morgan Chilson, Kansas Reflector, “Trans Kansans struggle with Legislature's ‘cruelty' as driver's licenses are invalidated”Sherman Smith, Kansas Reflector, “Trans men file lawsuit over Kansas law that restricts bathroom use and invalidates driver's licenses”Credits:Audio Post-Production: Alina Nehlich Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-real-news-podcast--2952221/support.Help us continue producing radically independent news and in-depth analysis by following us and becoming a monthly sustainer.Follow us on:Bluesky: @therealnews.comFacebook: The Real News NetworkTwitter: @TheRealNewsYouTube: @therealnewsInstagram: @therealnewsnetworkBecome a member and join the Supporters Club for The Real News Podcast today!

In this episode, Imani and Jess break down the latest anti-trans decision from the Supreme Court, Mirabelli v. Bonta and explain how the conservative legal movement is rewriting parental rights law from the shadow docket of the Supreme Court.   Expert Repro Journalism That Inspires.    Episodes like this take time, research, and a commitment to the truth. If Boom! Lawyered helps you understand what's at stake in our courts, chip in to keep our fearless legal analysis alive. Become a member today. Imani's column, AngryBlackLady Chronicles, is back in 2026! Sign up for her newsletter here to read it first, and listen to Imani's new podcast, B*tch, Listen, here.  

In this episode, Imani and Jess break down the latest anti-trans decision from the Supreme Court, Mirabelli v. Bonta and explain how the conservative legal movement is rewriting parental rights law from the shadow docket of the Supreme Court.   Expert Repro Journalism That Inspires.    Episodes like this take time, research, and a commitment to the truth. If Boom! Lawyered helps you understand what's at stake in our courts, chip in to keep our fearless legal analysis alive. Become a member today. Imani's column, AngryBlackLady Chronicles, is back in 2026! Sign up for her newsletter here to read it first, and listen to Imani's new podcast, B*tch, Listen, here.  

On Friday we heard from Helen Joyce, Author of Trans; gender identity & the new battle for women's rights & Director of Advocacy at Sex Matters to discuss the Gender Recognition Act, among other issues.Joining Ciara to return to the discussion is Karen Sugrue, Sociology Lecturer, Psychotherapist and member of Mammies for Trans Rights.

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This week, we break down the arrest of 25 protesters in D.C. opposing proposed federal rules that would restrict gender-affirming care for trans minors, and we pay tribute to Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr. and his lasting impact on civil rights.Plus, Unrivaled 1:1 results, what we're watching, and an Am I a Bad Queer? on dating compatibility: a proudly poly listener considers whether choosing monogamy for the right person makes her a Bad Queer.Shoutouts:Kris: Nina Chanel Abney - the trailblazing artist released her highly anticipated debut monograph. The monograph contains more than 300 works, including large-scale paintings, sculptures, installations, and murals. Follow and support Nina on IG @ninachanel Shana: Ash and Cort - Street style Jewelry company centered around gender neutral jewelry. Based in Houston it is Black and Queer Owned - Follow @ashandcort on IGEpisode notes:0:48 - Queer Urban Dictionary2:35 - Category is: 25 people arrested protesting a proposed federal ban on gender-affirming care for trans minors6:50 - Category is: RIP Reverend Jesse Jackson11:49 - Category is: Unrivaled 1:1 recap26:28 - Category is: What We're Watching41:11 - Am I A Bad Queer?49:42 - Bad Queer Opinions52:59 - ShoutoutsShare your Am I A Bad Queer? hereSupport the showPATREON: patreon.com/BadQueersPodcast Subscribe to our Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@BadQueersPodcast The opinions expressed during this podcast are conversational in nature and expressed only for comedic purposes. Not all of the facts will be correct but we attempt to be as accurate as possible. BQ Media LLC, the hosts, nor any guest host(s) hold no liability over the conversations on this podcast and by using this podcast you understand that it is solely for entertainment purposes. Copyright Disclaimer: Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, parody, scholarship and research.

Zuckerberg and Meta on trial, knowing well their product with tools like filters were hurting young women still defended and deflected any blame. The trans rights are getting out of hand as one Minnesota trans congressman pushes for porn so kids can learn about queer sex. As the show continued, we received BREAKING NEWS that the Supreme Court struck down the Trump tariffs and may actually require refunds in a 6-3 vote. We break it all down thoroughly. Plus, clowns of the week, and our weekly Prayer to Our Heavenly Father.

Send a textA landmark verdict and two powerful medical pivots leave parents asking: how do we love kids well while pressing pause on irreversible decisions?  RESOURCESDetransitioner wins $2 million against New York docs who pushed double mastectomy - https://nypost.com/2026/01/31/us-news/detransitioner-wins-2-million-against-new-york-docs-who-pushed-double-mastectomy/US plastic surgeons group advises delaying gender surgery until age 19 due to insufficient evidence | Reuters - https://www.reuters.com/business/healthcare-pharmaceuticals/us-plastic-surgeons-group-advises-delaying-gender-surgery-until-age-19-due-2026-02-03/Washington Post - https://www.washingtonpost.com/health/2026/02/03/plastic-surgeons-youth-gender-surgeries-guidance/American Medical Association Says Gender Surgeries For Minors Should Wait - https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2026-02-06/american-medical-association-says-gender-surgeries-for-minors-should-waitGender: Hot Take on the President's Executive Order - https://nexttalk.org/podcast_episode/gender-hot-take-on-the-presidents-executive-order/Pronouns - https://nexttalk.org/podcast_episode/pronouns/My kid came home and asked, “Is Jesus Trans?” - https://nexttalk.org/podcast_episode/my-kid-came-home-and-asked-is-jesus-trans/Mr. Beast's friend is transitioning. How do I talk with my kid? - https://nexttalk.org/podcast_episode/mr-beasts-friend-is-transitioning-how-do-i-talk-with-my-kid/My kid says I'm a homophobe. Am I? - https://nexttalk.org/podcast_episode/my-kid-says-im-a-homophobe-am-i/How do I respond if my child is questioning their sexuality or gender? - https://nexttalk.org/podcast_episode/how-do-i-respond-if-my-child-is-questioning-their-sexuality-or-gender/"TALK" by Mandy Majorshttps://a.co/d/1rsMxB9Music: https://www.purple-planet.comSupport the showKEEPING KIDS SAFE ONLINEConnect with us...www.nextTalk.orgFacebookInstagramContact Us...admin@nextTalk.orgP.O. BOX 160111 San Antonio, TX 78280

When graduate instructor Mel Curth gave a student a failing grade for work that didn't answer the assignment, she couldn't have predicted what would happen next. Within days, the student, backed by Turning Point USA and right-wing media, had launched a national campaign. The university removed Mel from teaching. The grade was thrown out. And the student became a conservative media celebrity. Mel’s attorney Brittany Stewart, has defended LGBTQ rights in Oklahoma for decades, breaks down what really happened at the University of Oklahoma, and what it reveals about the coordinated effort to push trans people out of academia and public life. Listen to our full episode breaking down the situation (and yes, we read Samantha’s full essay!): https://omny.fm/shows/there-are-no-girls-on-the-internet/this-univ-of-oklahoma-essay-is-so-bad-it-launched-a-culture-war-career Listen to Brittany’s great podcast The Thunder Gals (OKC’s ONLY female-led Thunder media!!) https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thunder-gals/id1555886306 Follow Bridget and TANGOTI on social media! || instagram.com/bridgetmarieindc/ || tiktok.com/@bridgetmarieindc || youtube.com/@ThereAreNoGirlsOnTheInternet || bsky.app/profile/tangoti.bsky.social See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hosts Nino, Christoph, and Dr. Mikey run through a fast-paced news roundup covering a Department of Education investigation into a transgender student on a co-ed cheer squad, a violent homophobic assault on a New York subway rider, and a federal court restoring funding to the American Academy of Pediatrics. The conversation moves between analysis and personal reflection on transphobia, homophobia, community accountability, and representation, including a feel-good story about a hockey player coming out and a local church keeping its rainbow steps. The episode balances hard news and hopeful wins while emphasizing solidarity, the need for community action, and the real impacts of policy and prejudice on LGBTQ+ lives.

During an NCAA women's swimming championship in March 2022, two seniors tied for fifth place. The race was unremarkable except for one fact: One of the swimmers, Lia Thomas, was a transgender woman. The swimmer she tied with, Riley Gaines, believed the NCAA never should have allowed her to participate.The matchup, and Gaines' subsequent transformation into a leading anti-trans activist, has fueled a growing movement to “save women's sports” from trans women—and a conservative crusade against trans rights more broadly. This week on Reveal, we examine Gaines' rise and radicalization, as her rhetoric shifts from calling out NCAA policy to calling trans women  sexual predators.Over the last year, the anti-trans movement has reached a tipping point. Trans girls are banned from girls' school sports in the majority of states. The NCAA and US Olympic and Paralympic committees have banned trans women from women's competitions. The Supreme Court is currently considering the issue, too.Then we dive into the science to understand how gender-affirming hormone therapy affects trans women's performance—and what questions science still has not answered around fairness in women's sports.Finally, we return to the swimming pool, as reporter Imogen Sayers speaks with Meghan Cortez-Fields, one of the last transgender swimmers to compete as a woman in the NCAA. Support Reveal's journalism at Revealnews.org/donatenow Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get the scoop on new episodes at Revealnews.org/weekly Connect with us onBluesky, Facebook and Instagram Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Educator, coach, scholar and author of the book Fair Game: Trans Athletes and the Future of Sports Dr. Anna Baeth joins us to break down some of the myths surrounding trans athletes, why sport matters and what we can strive for to make things better in the future.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melissa, Leah, and Kate kick off by discussing the functional suspension of the Constitution in Minneapolis and Trump's targeting of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Then they dissect the arguments in a pair of cases that came before the Court last week about whether state laws barring trans girls and women from their schools' sports teams violate the Constitution or Title IX. Finally, they break down new opinions from SCOTUS involving criminal law, the Fourth Amendment, and mail-in ballots.Favorite things:Kate: You've heard about who ICE is recruiting. The truth is far worse. I'm the proof., Laura Jedeed (Slate); Remarkably Bright Creatures, Shelby Van Pelt; God of the Woods, Liz Moore; Ulysses at the Public TheaterLeah: They Were Ordinary Germans. We Are Ordinary Americans., Shalom Auslander (NYT); What to know about the Insurrection Act, Steve Vladeck & Allison Gill (One First); Can Trump Actually Use the Insurrection Act? Steve Vladeck and Jennifer Rubin (The Contrarian)Melissa: Nuremberg; Ammel vs. Sinema; This guy Get tickets for STRICT SCRUTINY LIVE – The Bad Decisions Tour 2025! 3/6/26 – San Francisco3/7/26 – Los AngelesLearn more: http://crooked.com/eventsOrder your copy of Leah's book, Lawless: How the Supreme Court Runs on Conservative Grievance, Fringe Theories, and Bad VibesFollow us on Instagram, Threads, and Bluesky Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

America Has Truly Lost the Plot | The Karel Show 26-03 It's 2026 — and America feels completely upside down. While the country faces real, urgent crises, the highest court in the land is debating whether fewer than 1,200 student athletes should be allowed to compete in sports because they are transgender — kids whose only “crime” was being born different and receiving medically supervised, professional care. Nine justices, behind closed doors, may decide whether young people get to pursue their dreams — while homelessness grows, injustice spreads, a nation turns on itself in the streets, and a president continues to run amok. Meanwhile, a beloved television actor is aggressively pursued over allegations he strongly denies, while documented abusers of underage girls hold real power on the world stage — a contradiction that exposes just how broken our moral compass has become. Plus: a seemingly simple online question about manicures unexpectedly explodes into a heated debate about women, time, labor, and modern expectations — revealing more about society than anyone expected. The Karel Show delivers unfiltered, thoughtful commentary on politics, culture, and everyday life — without the shouting.

Friend of the show and New York City correspondent Joey breaks down Zohran Mamdani's win and what it means. Links: The Liberal Wine Moms are Radicalizing: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5amW4VwP3rGc8DyZCSrewM?si=63tRf_HaS82VWuRP0V38vASee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.