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Chicago-based journalist Victoria Williams speaks with media professionals from across the United States about their career paths and aspirations in a bi-weekly podcast presented by the National Association of Black Journalists Chicago Chapter.
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Bomani Jones weighs in on sports, pop culture, social topics and more, with your comments on Mondays, friends of the show on Wednesdays and Domonique Foxworth on Fridays.
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John Williams and journalists from WGN Radio other Chicago media outlets discuss news of the week on The Mincing Rascals podcast from WGN Plus
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Just Ask the Question is a unique and provocative look at the news in today’s headlines. Playboy White House correspondent and CNN political analyst Brian Karem hosts a conversation with newsmakers across the spectrum, asking the hardest questions and engaging them in deep conversation about issues that matter to all of us. Just Ask the Question is an unedited conversation with those in the public eye who influence life in the United States. It’s unlike anything you’ve ever heard.
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Award-winning journalist Ernest Owens reviews the latest headlines, controversies, and all the other things you give a damn about.
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The Slate Race and Identity feed features new episodes from a variety of shows in the Slate podcast network. From One Year, to What Next, to A Word...With Jason Johnson and more, you’ll get informative and thoughtful reporting and analysis on the many ways race and identity shape the world around us.
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The Second Half Podcast discusses the events of the world as they are viewed through the eyes of a Gen-Xer in the second half of his life. This is my weekly cost-free therapy session, so sit back and allow me to rant for a moment.
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Jason Goff on Caleb Williams, Chicago White Sox, and the NABJ Controversy | 7.31
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Bomani Jones is joined by Jason Goff, host of the "Full Go" on the Ringer, to discuss all things Chicago sports. But first, Bomani and Jason discuss the recent controversy happening at the NABJ convention after they announced former President Donald Trump would be speaking. What precedent does this set for the convention and what will the reaction …
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What Next: Chicago's Mayor on the Democrats' Toughest Issue
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What happened when a blue city inherited a red state problem. Guests: Brandon Johnson, mayor of the city of Chicago. Dr. Kenneth D. Phelps, senior pastor at Concord Missionary Baptist Church (CMBC) in Chicago. Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate po…
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Ep : 286 - Oliver Darcy - Adapting Journalism to the Digital World
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Oliver Darcy, former CNN reporter, discusses his decision to start his own newsletter called Status. He emphasizes the importance of independent journalism and holding media outlets accountable. Darcy believes that media reporting is often neglected in mainstream press, leading to the spread of lies and misinformation. He also criticizes the lack o…
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What Next: Can Kamala Harris Win “Uncommitted” Democrats?
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Democrats frustrated by Joe Biden’s policy towards Israel and Gaza voted for “uncommitted” in the primaries, notably in the crucial swing state of Michigan. Does Kamala Harris have an opportunity to reach those voters now? Guest: Yazan “Yaz” Kader, uncommitted DNC delegate from the state of Washington and registered nurse. Want more What Next? Subs…
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Ep : 285 - Just Ask the Press - The DNC convention in Chicago!
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This weeks conversation covers various topics, including the preview of the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Tim Walz's introduction to a national audience, and George Santos pleading guilty to campaign fraud. The conversation also touches on the importance of accurate and unapologetic reporting in the media and the dangers of living in a…
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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 6: Democrats Assemble in Chicago, Trump’s Low Stamina, Taylor Swift is Trolling the Charts
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Send us a Text Message. In this “very demure” episode, Ernest forecasts what to expect at the upcoming Democratic National Convention, why some of Trump’s campaign is in crisis mode, how to mind the business that pays you on someone else’s sexuality, the pleasant return of Bel-Air, the tired return of Katy Perry, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is exe…
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A Word: Seeds of Justice for Black Farmers
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In a recent CBS News interview, Republican vice presidential nominee JD Vance charged that the Biden administration was favoring Black farmers over white farmers in federal policy. That came days after the US Department of Agriculture began distributing more than $2 billion in relief to Black and other marginalized farmers who suffered historic dis…
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The Mincing Rascals 8.14.24: DNC in Chicago, CPS-CTU contract negotiations, Jordan Chiles bronze medal controversy
The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Eric Zorn, Publisher of The Picayune Sentinel, Austin Berg of the Illinois Policy Institute, Brandon Pope, host of ‘On the Block‘ on WCIU, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week the Rascals start the podcast discussing the upcoming DNC in Chicago. Are the Rascals optimistic about …
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Ep : 284 - Just Ask the Press - Walz vs Vance, O'Donnell vs the MSM, and War in the Middle East
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In this episode, Brian and the guys discuss Lawrence O'Donnell's criticism of the press, the controversial press conference by former President Donald Trump, and the new Swift boat controversy surrounding Tim Walz. They also touch on the issue of media coverage and fact-checking. The conversation highlights the challenges faced by the media in cove…
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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 5: Tim Walz is Kamala Harris’s VP Pick, Trump’s Campaign in Disarray, White Hollywood is Fighting
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Send us a Text Message. In this “I’m speaking” episode, Ernest discusses the pleasant surprise of VP candidate Tim Walz, why some of Trump’s biggest supporters are now turning on him, how to deal with terminally-online trolls, Martha’s Vineyard revisited, the problem with the “It Ends With Us” film adaptation, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is execut…
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Ep 239: Trump is in disarray, Harris picks Walz, Donnie bombs at the NABJ, stock market dip, Ellis flips in AZ, US/Russia prisoner swap, Hunter to be sentenced, Olympic stories, Aerosmith is done.
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Ep 239: Trump is in disarray, Harris picks Walz, Donnie bombs at the NABJ, stock market dip, Ellis flips in AZ, US/Russia prisoner swap, Hunter to be sentenced, Olympic stories, Aerosmith is done.
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Foxworth Friday: Life as a Track Dad, “True Game”, and Dak Prescott’s Contract | 8.8
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Bomani Jones is joined by Domonique Foxworth to discuss all things Track and Field, following the Olympic events. To Bomani’s surprise Domonique did not run track and field in high school but the guys still go through classic runner stereotypes. (1:30) And now that Domonique is a track and field dad, he shares his experiences in that space while al…
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A Word: Project 2025: A Contract on Black America?
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Project 2025, the massive Heritage Foundation policy blueprint, has become a major issue on the campaign trail for Democrats. While former President Trump has tried to distance himself from the document, many members of his administration and inner circle worked to draft it. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by Brandon Tensley, …
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What Next: The Olympics Meet the Culture Wars
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How Imane Khelif and Lin Yu-Ting—two women boxers fighting in the gender category they were assigned at birth—became the targets of trans panic and subject to another round of “but is she woman enough?” at the Olympics. Guest: Rose Eveleth, reporter and host of the podcast Tested, from NPR and CBC. Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to ac…
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The Mincing Rascals this week are John Williams of WGN Radio, Brandon Pope, host of ‘On the Block‘ on WCIU, Cate Plys, former staff writer at the Chicago Reader, and political op-ed columnist at the Sun-Times and Tribune, and political pundit Marj Halperin! This week, the Rascals mince about Kamala Harris choosing Minnesota governor Tim Walz to be …
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Mina Kimes on the Eagles Coaching Drama, Brandon Aiyuk and the Niners, Dak Prescott's Extension | 8.7
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Bomani Jones is joined by Mina Kimes, ESPN NFL Analyst and host of the Mina Kimes Show with Lenny, to discuss all things NFL. But first Bomani and Mina discuss the NYT Crossword puzzle, more specifically, Mina's dominance and trash talk when it comes to the crosswords. (0:45) Then they proceed to breakdown the Eagles coaching drama with Nick Sirian…
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Once one of the most politically confrontational artists in music, Ice Cube has become a surprising asset to Donald Trump. Guest: Joel Anderson, staff writer for Slate and the host of Seasons 3, 6, and 8 of Slow Burn. Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite …
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Olympics Recap: Noah Lyles Gold Medal and the Boxing Controversy, Plus IYHH and Voicemails | 8.5
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Bomani Jones gives us his Olympics recap by first discussing Noah Lyles following his Gold medal performance in the 100-meter race over the weekend. Bomani explains that Noah's age is the reason he acts the way he does, especially with comments he's made in the past about the NBA Championships not being the "World Championships." (0:35) We take a l…
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Ep : 283 - Just Ask the Press - The GOP's Circular Firing Squad, Harris's potential VP, and Trump at the NABJ
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In todays episode, Brian, Mark, and John discuss a number of issues including Trump's appearance at the National Association of Black Journalists (NABJ) convention, the election interference case, and the return of prisoners from Russia. They also touch on the GOP's circular firing squad and the question of whether Trump gave up too much in the hos…
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Ernestly Speaking! S7, Episode 4: Kamala Harris’s Veepstakes Finale, a Progressive Election Crisis, Media Political Coverage Woes
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Send us a Text Message. In this “place all bets” episode, Ernest discusses how the VP bid is Josh Shapiro’s to lose, the current confusion shaping progressives during this election, how media confirmation bias is rearing its ugly head, why Drake’s planned comeback is a mess, and more. Ernestly Speaking! is executively produced and hosted by Ernest …
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Many political spouses spend decades preparing for a White House run with their partners. But attorney Doug Emhoff had been married to then-Senator Kamala Harris for just five years when she first ran for the White House. Now, as the first Second Gentleman in history, he’s stepping into the spotlight, sprinting across the country for her whirlwind …
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Tyler "DragonflyJonez" on the Olympics: USA Basketball Roster Moves, 3v3 Team, and Simone Biles | 8.2
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Bomani Jones is joined by Tyler Puryear aka “DragonflyJonez”, co-host of the “Jenkins and Jones” podcast on The Volume, to discuss all things Olympics. Bomani and Tyler first discuss the Wild Wild West of the early Twitter days and how it has changed over the years. (1:00) From there, they transition to a recap of everything about the Olympics, fro…
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