PEN America stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect open expression in the United States and worldwide. We champion the freedom to write, recognizing the power of the word to transform the world. Our mission is to unite writers and their allies to celebrate creative expression and defend the liberties that make it possible.

As an organization that's all about the literary community, PEN America knows that the ongoing health crisis is hitting our Members and friends particularly hard. The PEN Pod is meant to provide regular updates and conversations about literature and free expression, and provide an outlet for literary celebration as in-person events remain few and far between. Join the conversation online at pen.org and on our social channels @PENAmerica. Thanks for tuning in. Support this podcast: https://po ...

A weekly News Podcast that covers the biggest stories of the week with a Star Wars spin! We'll cover everything from LGBTQ+ rights, Black Lives Matter, and immigration alongside the politics and policies impacting those issues. Star Wars is political, and we'll show you how every week.

Soundbites from the Black Joy & Justice track of the 2018 Words and Music Festival in New Orleans, LA. This programming was made possible by PEN America, a sponsor of the Black Joy & Justice track of the 2018 Words and Music Festival in New Orleans, LA. Words and Music was directed by One Book One New Orleans, and the Black Joy & Justice track was curated by Kelly Harris.

What can we learn about making social and political change from talking to professional change-makers? This work takes a combination of persistence, shrewdness, and luck. On the Battles We Pick podcast, skilled advocates and organizers talk about how they deal with the various challenges they confront. Theme music by generous permission of recording artist Stephen.

Healthcare: it’s a giant industry with a noble cause—supporting human health. But here in America, it’s expensive and unwieldy, and has inspired decades of (mostly) failed reform attempts. How did we get here? And can we do better? Welcome to Insight Unpacked, where we delve into complex business topics and emerge with insights from Kellogg School faculty. For our second season, we untangle the often-competing incentives that motivate the major players in the system, from hospital networks a ...

They told them they had LIFE, and they were never coming home. Now they are home through overturned convictions and survived sentences. Recently coming home himself after 18 years in prison, Benjamin Frandsen leads us on weekly interviews through the emotions, thoughts and processes of those who have survived their heavy handed sentences. When Benjamin Frandsen was only ten months old, his mother would sit him up on the kitchen counter so she could chat with him, not in baby-talk lexicon but ...

Frontier Gentleman is different from other radio westerns in that the story centered not around some colorful character out of the old West, but it is about a foreigner. An Englishman who came to America to experience firsthand what it is like to live in the still wild and untamed frontier. As the series goes on, we’ll find that Kendall is as good with a gun as he is with a pen.

Expert advice and cutting-edge discoveries from one of the world’s leading business schools.

Interviews with users, hackers, and staff of America Online (AOL), covering the 90’s/Early 2000’s. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/aolunderground/support

Welcome to “Beyond the Verse,” the official podcast of PoemAnalysis.com. Embark on a literary journey where we explore specific poems, delve into poets, and uncover the intricate world of poetry. Each episode is dedicated to learning about the art and craft of poetry. Join us as we answer questions from Poetry+ users, provide insightful analyses, and discuss all things poetry. Whether you’re a seasoned poetry lover or a curious newcomer, “Beyond the Verse” promises to enrich your understandi ...

Various people in the know tell us the truth about what’s going on in South African and global politics.

Your Censorship-Free, Safe Space, Sanctuary Speakeasy For Patriots! ●www.SaveMyFreedom.us● WATCH LIVE: Fri @ 4pm PT / 7pm ET ● PRAY ● PLAN ● TAKE ACTION STAND UP ● SPEAK UP ● SHOW UP We're EXPOSING The Corruption To Take Back Arizona, America & Our Unconstitutional Elections! We're Rounding Up The Warriors & Everyone Who Wants To Become One! The TAKE ACTION Army! When the angel of the Lord appeared to Gideon, he said, "The Lord is with you, mighty warrior." - Judges 6-8 (6:12) WE THE PEOPLE ...

The Way with Anoa is about forward-moving dialogue with good people doing good work. Anoa covers news, politics, and current events. She throws in a bit of pop culture to mix it up! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After staying quiet for many years as a closet millennial Republican, I realized there’s no time left to sit on the sidelines - America needs our help now more than ever. Join me as we confront government corruption, break down the latest in politics and culture, and fight for the future of our country. Whether you’re a lifelong conservative or are curious about the other side, this podcast will provide fresh insights and fearless commentary on the issues that matter most - all from the oppo ...

My mom was one of a kind, a true gift to her children and grandchildren. She was born and raised in the heart of America, a small farming town in North Dakota. From her college days in California, to her service as a WAVE in World War II, she carried her beauty and grace with intelligence and a heart of gold. These letters were given back to her after her mom died and were in a drawer…until now. This is a snapshot of a life well lived, ordinary observations at an extraordinary time in our co ...

James Hickman is a West Point graduate and former intelligence officer who has had an extensive business and investment career spanning more than 25 years. James has traveled to 120+ countries on all 7 continents, and he has started, invested in, and acquired businesses all over the world, in sectors ranging from technology to agriculture to banking. Since he originally began writing under the pen name “Simon Black” back in 2007, James has accurately predicted many of the major trends and ev ...

This podcast is all about giving a voice to Black-Owned / Black-Led Nonprofit Organizations and Businesses. This is the only platform that provides Nonprofit Leaders and Business Owners an opportunity to share what they're doing and how they're impacting our communities. We help listeners discover the information they need, so they can get the assistance they need. Learning to story behind our featured business owners helps our listeners learn what's available and where. There's thousands of ...

Prickly Pens Podcast is a platform of discussions with three friends who are also authors on the writing journey: Michelle Monkou, Julia Canchola, G. S. Samuels. During each episode, each co-host will add to the discussion around, not only the writing journey, but issues and topics of our lives. Michelle Monkou is a multi-published author, USA TODAY Best Selling author, and former president and board member of Romance Writers of America (RWA). She has published over 25 titles and currently w ...

Ellen Voie founded the Women In Trucking Association in March of 2007, and currently serves as the nonprofit organization’s President/CEO. Women In Trucking was formed to promote the employment of women in the trucking industry, remove obstacles that might keep them from succeeding, and to celebrate the successes of its members. Ellen’s prior role was the Manager of Retention and Recruiting Programs at Schneider, Inc., North America’s largest truckload carrier. She was responsible for creati ...

This is not your dad's political news show. Sorry, dad. We know you want real opinions and not just bland talking points. Every week we will dissect the top political news with smart, insightful, and ...occasionally sarcastic opinions. Subscribe and join the conversation. Disclaimer: We are Millennials and Conservatives. If you are a liberal snowflake, viewer discretion is advised.

Kennedy Library Forums are a series of public affairs programs offered by the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library and Museum to foster public discussion on a diverse range of historical, political, and cultural topics reflecting the legacy of President and Mrs. Kennedy's White House years.