Podcast appearances and mentions of zachary hoskins

Michigan Supreme Court Justice Richard Bernstein recently criticized his newest colleague, Justice Kyra Harris Bolden, for hiring a clerk who had been incarcerated. That clerk, Pete Martel, had served 14 years after robbing a Flint-area store and shooting at police officers. Once Bernstein made his criticism public, Martel resigned from the position. Bernstein has since apologized for his comments about Bolden's hiring decision, but his initial statements raised questions. Namely, why do Americans have such a hard time accepting someone back into their communities after they paid their debt to society? How long should those who commit crimes have to pay for what they've done? And are there some crimes that are just so heinous that they should prevent offenders from certain jobs or opportunities in the future? University of Nottingham associate professor of philosophy Zachary Hoskins joins the show to discuss why we punish and how it effects society. Then, Safe & Just Michigan community engagement specialists Ronnie Waters and Rick Speck stop by to discuss their experiences as formerly incarcerated members of society, what they wish people knew, and whether redemption is even possible.

On Episode 100 (!!!) of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, writer Zachary Hoskins (princesongs.org) returns to the show to talk about the toxic mess that is “Strange Relationship” from the Sign O' the Times album. Prince's lines cut sharp and deep, but the amount of self-reflection and awareness that comes through in the lyrics shows … Continue reading Strange Relationship: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

On Episode 69 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, writer Zachary Hoskins (princesongs.org) joins me to discuss the “too patriotic for the left and too critical for the right” track, “America”, from Prince’s 7th album, Around the World In a Day. Why doesn’t Jimmy pledge allegiance? Let’s discuss. The goal of each episode … Continue reading America: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

A teen-aged girl gets caught with a suitcase stuffed with powdered cocaine, and she comes before a federal judge. That judge learns that a felony conviction carries punishments for life for her. He embarks on a mission to get all other judges to shorten prison sentences in light of this. Meanwhile, a researcher learns of a pervasive but secretive practice where prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges skirt the truth to protect defendants from unjust harsh punishments imposed on them from lawmakers. This week we look at collateral consequences, the thousands of laws restricting the freedoms and opportunities of the formerly convicted, like voting, housing, job opportunities, government benefits, and deportation. One philosophers believes many of these are permanent punishments, not civil measures for reducing risk. Guest voices include Judge Frederic Block, philosopher Zachary Hoskins, and legal scholar Thea Johnson. In Slate Plus, Judge Block gives his opinions about mandatory minimum sentencing and prosecutorial immunity. Zachary Hoskins distinguishes between two different principles of proportionality in sentencing, and Thea Johnson talks about why fictional pleas give prosecutors more power, even though they benefit defendants. To get the full bonus episode of Hi-Phi Nation, sign up for Slate Plus at slate.com/hiphiplus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A teen-aged girl gets caught with a suitcase stuffed with powdered cocaine, and she comes before a federal judge. That judge learns that a felony conviction carries punishments for life for her. He embarks on a mission to get all other judges to shorten prison sentences in light of this. Meanwhile, a researcher learns of a pervasive but secretive practice where prosecutors, defense attorneys, and judges skirt the truth to protect defendants from unjust harsh punishments imposed on them from lawmakers. This week we look at collateral consequences, the thousands of laws restricting the freedoms and opportunities of the formerly convicted, like voting, housing, job opportunities, government benefits, and deportation. One philosophers believes many of these are permanent punishments, not civil measures for reducing risk. Guest voices include Judge Frederic Block, philosopher Zachary Hoskins, and legal scholar Thea Johnson. In Slate Plus, Judge Block gives his opinions about mandatory minimum sentencing and prosecutorial immunity. Zachary Hoskins distinguishes between two different principles of proportionality in sentencing, and Thea Johnson talks about why fictional pleas give prosecutors more power, even though they benefit defendants. To get the full bonus episode of Hi-Phi Nation, sign up for Slate Plus at slate.com/hiphiplus. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On Episode 55 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, fellow Prince writer Zachary Hoskins of the DMSR blog (princesongs.org) joins me to discuss the familial and romantic dramas presented to us for the Purple Rain film in the musically compelling and massively popular “When Doves Cry”. What does it sound like when doves … Continue reading When Doves Cry: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (princesongs dot org) about the opening track from side B of Songs in the Key of Life, I Wish (and talk a little about Wild Wild West).

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance blog) about track 9 from Fulfillingness' First Finale, Bird of Beauty.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about the opening track from innervisons, Too High.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about the seventh track on Talking Book, Big Brother.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about the fifth track from Where I'm Coming From, and the lead single If You Really Love Me.

On Episode 37 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, fellow blogger Zachary Hoskins (princesongs.org) joins me to chat about one of the most significant songs of Prince’s career, the enduring and flat out phenomenal “Little Red Corvette” from the 1999 album. The goal of each episode of Press Rewind is to: Take a track … Continue reading Little Red Corvette: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

On Episode 34 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, blogger Zachary Hoskins (princesongs.org) joins me to discuss the ridiculous and bawdy closing track, “Jack U Off” from Prince’s Controversy album. The goal of each episode of Press Rewind is to: Take a track by track look at the lyrical content of Prince’s discography Discuss … Continue reading Jack U Off: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

On Episode 31 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, blogger Zachary Hoskins (princesongs.org) joins me to talk about the state of U.S. and Soviet Union relations in 1981, presidential assassination attempts, the Nicaraguan Sandinistas and Prince’s stab at political commentary on “Ronnie, Talk to Russia” from his Controversy album. The goal of each episode … Continue reading Ronnie, Talk to Russia: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

On Episode 25 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, the brave and noble Zachary Hoskins from the Dance/Music/Sex/Romance blog at PrinceSongs.org joins me again to talk about “Sister”, one of the most “WTF” tracks of Prince’s career. This controversial song can be found on Prince’s 3rd album, Dirty Mind. The goal of each … Continue reading Sister: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

On Episode 24 of the Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast, Zachary Hoskins from the Dance/Music/Sex/Romance blog at PrinceSongs.org joins me to talk about “Head”, one of the filthiest and funkiest tracks from Prince’s 3rd album, Dirty Mind. The goal of each episode of Press Rewind is to: Take a track by track look at … Continue reading Head: Press Rewind – Prince Lyrics Podcast →

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about Like a Mack.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Sticky Like Glue.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (princesongs dot org) about Better With Time.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about The Morning After.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (princesongs.org) about the opening and titular track from 3121.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about the second track on Midnite Vultures, Nicotine and Gravy.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about the Sheila E song, A Love Bizarre.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Hypnoparadise.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about My Medallion.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about What Do U Want Me 2 Do?

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Xogenous.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Pearls B4 the Swine.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Deconstruction.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about the hidden track from Rave un2 the Joy Fantastic, Pretty Man.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about She Spoke 2 Me.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Man in a Uniform.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Cloreen Bacon Skin.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about The Human Body.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about Prince's final single for Warner Brothers, Dinner with Delores.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance/dystopian dance party) about Shy.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Dead On It.

DC Hendrix gives the latest Jimi Hendrix album "Both Sides of The Sky" a review. Also, he is joined by Slant Magazine's Zachary Hoskins to help thoroughly review the album.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Irresistible Bitch.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (dance music sex romance) about Eye Wanna Melt With U.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about Joy in Repetition. 

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about Dance On

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins (princesongs.org) about Life Can Be So Nice.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about the third track from Around the World in a Day, Condition of the Heart.

Darren talks to Zachary Hoskins about DMSR, originally delayed in the UK due to 1999 only being issued as a single album.