Best Jessica Szilagyi Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 327: The Goat Rodeo 1:11:14

1d ago1:11:14

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This week Jessica fills in for Ken

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Ep 326: Buckle Up and Avoid the Chicken 33:03

6d ago33:03

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In Ep. 326: Ken and Dave discuss Trump’s immunity case, the squad is losing a member,Biden’s allies are starting to turn on him, Georgia’s fresh new laws, beware chicken in the air, Prince Harry, and why you should wear your seatbelt.

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Ep 325: The Debate Debacle 44:12

13d ago44:12

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In Ep. 325: Ken and Dave discuss the debate, Geoff Duncan is still mad, Michelle Obama, permits for planters, Julian Assange, and SCOTUS

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Ep 324: Don’t Call It a Cock Pit 1:00:50

20d ago1:00:50

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In Ep. 324: Ken and Dave discuss runoff results, Louisiana commandments, scumbag climate activists, the Home Depot murderer, jailing politicians, Disney doesn't like white guys, no internet for poor people, and the debate.

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Ep 323: Rich People and Guns 59:36

28d ago59:36

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In Ep. 323: Ken and Dave discuss Hunter’s conviction, the “abortion pill”, Elon gets paid, “cervix” is now offensive, cheating Falcons, fake meat for our troops, gun wins in the courts, and terrorists flooding The US.

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Endometriosis, Healthcare, and Policy Change: Jessica Grennan's Story on Alvina Talks Shift 27:37

1M ago27:37

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In this week's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez welcomes old colleague and friend Jessica Grennan, winning political strategist with over two decades of experience and one of the nation’s top experts on statewide ballot measures. She has also worked on federal campaigns, as a targeted legislative campaigner and builder of powerful…

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Ep 322: Hold That Fani 1:00:53

1M ago1:00:53

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In Ep. 322: Ken and Dave discuss the Georgia Court of Appeals decision on the Trump trial, Republican VP candidates, Atlanta’s water troubles, a Black Congressman forced to defend himself, the “danger” of drinking before a flight, Pat Sajack’s fond farewell, Geoff Duncan is still mad, the Navy went a little too woke, and no relief in sight for inte…

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Women Leading Agriculture: Taylor Szilagyi on Policy, Education, and Change 32:20

1M ago32:20

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Welcome back to Alvina Talks Shift! Host Alvina Vasquez welcomes guest Taylor Szilagyi. As the Executive Vice President of Colorado Farm Bureau, Taylor is the first woman to lead staff and the first Colorado Native in 57 years. Taylor discusses her inspirations, including her mother and the evolving role of women in agriculture. She reflects on gro…

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Ep 321: The Conviction Heard Around The World 59:59

1M ago59:59

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In Ep. 321: Ken and Dave discuss the conviction heard around the world, witness tampering, harassing members of Congress, an idiot goes to jail, Atlanta rental houses, Europe shifting “right”, Chase Oliver gets the Libertarian nod for President, and it is 2007 all over again.

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Ep 320: Memorializing Incumbents 58:17

2M ago58:17

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DESCRIPTION: In Ep. 320: Ken and Dave discuss primary election highlights, Portland voters decide they went too far left, “offender” is now offensive, Live Nation is on life support, lowering med school standards at UCLA, hurricanes, and the explosion of travel post “pandemic”.

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Ep 319: Congressional Pillow Fight 58:50

2M ago58:50

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In Ep. 319 Ken and Dave discuss Catholics being Catholic, a catfight in congress, the Dow vs inflation, a debate is coming, low voter turnout, Biden goes to Morehouse, the world’s best golfer, and weather in Houston.

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EP 318: Dirty Daniels Done Not So Dirt Cheap 1:02:31

2M ago1:02:31

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In Ep. 318 Ken and Dave discuss Laken Riley’s accused killer, cutting the “boys” from the “scouts", what’s good for the goose, Stormy fizzles on the stand, gang Greene fails in The House, bring on the peaches, killing your career with the dog, and Fani still stinks.

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Ep 317: What Were They Thinking? 1:04:12

2M ago1:04:12

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In Ep. 317 Doug Shaw joins Dave to discuss sex chat extortion, Trump reaching out to Libertarians, a basketball to the head, new restaurant laws in California, tasing a man having a seizure, and the DOE investigating Emory.

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Politics, Motherhood, and Running for County Commissioner with Julie Duran Mullica 32:14

3M ago32:14

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In this episode of Alvina Talks Shift, Alvina welcomes Julie Duran Mullica, who is running for Adam's County Commissioner. During their conversation, she shares the personal challenges she faces as a Latina mother running for Adams County commissioner. Julie also discusses the significant pressures of balancing family life with the demands of a pol…

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Bonus Interview: Chad Hunton 23:45

3M ago23:45

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Dave sits down with Candidate for Paulding County Sheriff Chad Hunton.

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Bonus Interview: Ashley Henson 23:01

3M ago23:01

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Dave sits down with candidate for Paulding county sheriff Ashley Henson

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Ep 316: The Worst Person At a Horrible Job 1:00:25

3M ago1:00:25

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This week we have Jimmy Carter 2.0, Trump’s floundering in the sunshine state, “C”s get degrees, SCOTUS hears the immunity claim, an AD gets in deep with AI, watch that ammo, I’m Ron Burgundy?, and the worst person at a horrible job.

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Ep 315: Lining Pockets 55:19

3M ago55:19

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In Ep. 315 Ken and Dave discuss escalation vs de-escalation in the Middle East, The Trump trial begins, don’t say “illegal alien”, the other Kennedys, the House majority shrinks again, idiocy runs in families, rural Savannah, and the minuscule state income tax reduction.

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Ep 314: Tax Day and Other Stupid Things 58:21

3M ago58:21

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In Ep. 314 Ken and Dave discuss the Juice’s death, inflation continues, the stars and stripes are scary, Texas Congressional idiocy, Brazil vs Musk, canning a thieving mayor, Burt Jones in the crosshairs, and NPR is a Liberal breeding pool.

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Reproductive Health Care Access for Communities of Color 30:37

3M ago30:37

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In this powerful episode of Alvina Talks Shift, hosts Alvina Vasquez welcomes Adrienne Mansanares. CEO of Planned Parenthood of the Rocky Mountains. They explore the challenges and opportunities within philanthropy and leadership for people of color. Adrienne highlights the underrepresentation of young people of color in philanthropic spaces and th…

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Ep 313: Eclipsing Common Sense 1:00:39

3M ago1:00:39

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In Ep. 313 Ken and Dave discuss the MLB clock debate, MTG says repent, bombs sent from a Georgia prison, Biden may not make the Ohio ballot, the economy continues to create jobs, the Atlanta judge rejects the First Amendment argument, No Labels fizzles, and Biden can’t win with Israel.

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From the White House to the Community : The Impact of Denise Maes 29:21

3M ago29:21

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In this episode of Alvina Talks Shift, Alvina Vasquez welcomes Denise Maes, who shares her inspiring journey from a Mexican American growing up in New Mexico to a high-ranking position at the White House. Denise reflects on the significance of providing a supportive space for women in the Mexican American community and the importance of mentorship.…

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Ep 312: Super VD 1:00:12

4M ago1:00:12

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In Ep. 312 Ken and Dave discuss collecting vs condolences, the Baltimore bridge debacle, the Republican Vice-Chair violating voting laws, Bankman-Fried, Puff Daddy, super venereal disease, Post Office can’t get right, and sine die.

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Driving Progress through Genuine Leadership with Grace Ramirez 29:11

4M ago29:11

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In this week's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez chats with long-time friend and esteemed guest Grace Ramirez. The discussion delves into the nuances of effective leadership and the paramount importance of fairness, transparency, and communication. Grace shares her rich experience in political engagement and Latino community advoca…

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Ep 311: The Bloodbath 1:04:08

4M ago1:04:08

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In Ep. 311 Ken and Dave discuss the media losing context, a half billion dollar bill, an update from the gold dome, a decade in jail without any conviction, fat chick cops, DEI in SCOTUS, congress spends a ton, The Second Amendment for all, and Apple vs the DOJ.

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Breaking Barriers: Women's Journeys in the Professional World 24:09

4M ago24:09

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In today's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez welcomes back guest and business partner Susan Morrisey to discuss their experiences as women in the business world. They reflect on the challenges they faced, such as harassment and being pigeonholed, both as women and as a Latina in business. Alvina shares her journey from the male-dom…

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Ep 310: Wading Fani Deep 1:00:41

4M ago1:00:41

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In Ep. 310 Ken and Dave discuss the Fani ruling, school choice, TikTok heads to the Senate, Haiti on fire, Colton Moore no longer welcome on the House floor, death of a Boeing whistleblower, and Kamala’s week.

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Women's Rights, Policy Battles, and Mentorship with Susan Morrisey 23:41

4M ago23:41

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In this episode of Alvina Talks Shift, Alvina Vasquez interviews guest and business partner Susan Morrisey. Susan shares her experiences working with the late Pat Schroeder, a champion for women's rights and family issues. She reflects on the lengthy battles for policy change, especially in the context of advancing women's rights and childcare. Sus…

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Ep 309: Hippies Moving To The Right 1:01:59

4M ago1:01:59

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In Ep. 309 Ken and Dave discuss the State of The Union, Catoosa’s Republican purity test, qualifying week, Rivian pulling back, whites need to understand how hard it is to get into the outdoors, sausage makes men sexy, and Liberal policies create Conservatives.

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Affordable Housing and Equality with Kathleen Van Voorhis 31:39

4M ago31:39

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In this week's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez speaks with Kathleen Van Voorhis, CEO of the Community Investment Alliance, about Colorado's Bill 1311, which aims to reduce child poverty by 50% and assist middle-income families through a child tax credit. They examine the bill's potential to affect over 133,000 children, especiall…

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Ep 308: Crossing Over With Ken and Dave 1:00:59

4M ago1:00:59

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In Ep. 308 Ken and Dave discuss the crossover bills, Mitch’s exit, fat people, the state of country music, gay flags in Tennessee, and the federal budget.

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The Unseen Forces Shaping Colorado Politics with Scott Wasserman 29:01

5M ago29:01

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In this episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez welcomes back guest Scott Wasserman as they discuss the intricate and often overlooked influences shaping local and state politics. They delve into the collusion of major conservative organizations in Colorado, the impact of their ballot measures on local government funding, and the complex…

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Ep 307: Flash Banging a Suckling Infant 1:07:00

5M ago1:07:00

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In Ep. 307 Ken is visiting Paris Disney so Dave welcomes Catherine Bernard back to the show to discuss homeless at the airport, a sweet story from the bowels of ATL, uneducated sailors, madness at a Boston area school, defecting from Russia, a canned Boeing executive, a no knock raid on a non violent suspect, and an update in Ashlyn Griffin.…

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Colorado's Unique Political Process with Shad Murib 26:05

5M ago26:05

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In today's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez welcomes guest Shad Murib, and the two delve into a conversation about the intricate political processes surrounding caucuses in Colorado and their influence on the national stage. Shad sheds light on the complexities of the caucus system, emphasizing the accessibility and participation …

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Ep 306:Space Guns! 1:03:00

5M ago1:03:00

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In Ep. 306 Ken and Dave discuss Fani’s hard day in court, the tragedy in KC, the No Labels ticket, Tucker’s Russia debacle, Meta’s political problem, no more cold beer, America last, and space guns.

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Embracing Real-Life Connections in a Tech-Driven Age with Robert DuRay 32:04

5M ago32:04

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In today's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez welcomes guest Robert DuRay, a civic strategist and communicator with 16 years of experience, specializes in crafting narratives for businesses, political campaigns, and nonprofit organizations to envision a better world. The two delve into the complex influence of technology on modern s…

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Ep 305: No Country For Old Men 1:00:00

5M ago1:00:00

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In Ep. 305 Ken and Dave discuss Old Joe, Bud Lite, a child running for state house, a hundred bucks for the highest earners, ballot transparency, Nikki has another failure, SCOTUS, and the chief of the GOP.

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Building a Community Through Philanthropy with Naomi Amaha 31:40

5M ago31:40

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In this week's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez sits down with guest Naomi Amaha, an award-winning public affairs leader with a reputation for excellence in public policy and government relations. With more than a decade of experience in advocacy, nonprofit leadership, and civic engagement, she advances systemic change. She is the…

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Ep. 304: Soccer Mom Problem 1:05:14

5M ago1:05:14

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In Ep. 304 Ken and Dave discuss Fair Fight upside down, Trump’s woman problem, revenge of the Speaker, the IRS leaker, Elon’s brain computer, cash bail, Gullet fixes the prosecutor bill, and gas station gambling.

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Overcoming Systemic Challenges for Women of Color with Bianka Emerson 30:23

6M ago30:23

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In this week's episode of Alvina Talks Shift, host Alvina Vasquez sits down with Bianka Emerson to discuss the systemic challenges that women of color face in the United States. The conversation addresses the phenomenon of "black girl magic," recognizing the resilience and cultural impact of black women in society while not overlooking the issues t…

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Old White Men Hate Freedom 1:03:57

6M ago1:03:57

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In Ep. 303 Ken and dave discuss MAGA camp, the Kari Lake tapes, Texas border conflict, Florida’s proposed social media law, no nudes in Oklahoma, a Gold Dome update, limiting speed in California, and RFK Jr’s role as spoiler.

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How Finance Shapes Elections with Sandra Fish 26:09

6M ago26:09

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In this week's episode, Alvina Vasquez sits down with seasoned data journalist Sandra Fish to delve into Colorado politics, campaign finance, and voter engagement strategies for the upcoming 2024 elections. Sandra has worked for CPR, KUNC, Roll Call, The Washington Post, and many more credible news outlets. She also taught journalism for eight year…

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Ep 302: Warrants? We Don’t Need No Stinking Warrants 56:58

6M ago56:58

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In Ep. 302 Ken and Dave discuss warrantless searches, caucus interference, Vivek’s exit, Trump’s polls, #nevernikki, upcoming primaries, Fani’s church speech, AJC’s trash poll, Babylon Bee catching heat, missing Navy SEALs, and Las Vegas’s new law.

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Ep 301: Fani’s Pickle 1:04:18

6M ago1:04:18

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In Ep. 301 Ken and Dave discuss the State of The State, Fani steps in it, beware of whitey, the race to replace Ferguson, sports betting again, the death od DEI, voting changes, and Speaker problems.

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The Impact of Fiscal Policy on Immigrant Communities with Esther Turcios 25:22

6M ago25:22

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Alvina welcomes Esther Turcios, the Deputy Director of the Colorado Fiscal Institute. Esther shares her inspiring journey from aspiring to be a doctor to becoming a leader in fiscal policy, advocating for tax justice, budget, and economic justice. She emphasizes the need for more representation of Latinas and people of color in policy spaces and hi…

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Ep.300: The Extravaganza 1:02:01

6M ago1:02:01

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The whole band gets back together. Harvard President Claudine Gay Resigns amid Controversy Chaotic video shows defendant attack Las Vegas judge during sentencing Epstein told victim that Bill Clinton ‘likes them young’, new court filings reveal Georgia Southern - Paulson Stadium Drone Picture

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Building Thriving Communities: Valerie Nosler Beck on Leadership, Campaigns, and Battling Cancer 28:47

6M ago28:47

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In this heartfelt episode Alvina welcomes dear friend and self-affirming colleague, Valerie Nosler Beck. Val discusses her rich background in politics, her transition from staffer to entrepreneur, and the challenges she's faced, including her current battle with stage three rectal cancer. Val provides insight into the significance of inclusivity an…

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The Shift in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict Perspectives: Insights from Scott Wasserman 34:01

7M ago34:01

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In this thought-provoking episode of Alvina Talks Shift, Alvina is joined by Scott Wasserman, who deeply explores the Israeli-Palestinian conflict through a generational lens. Wasserman conveys the frustration with Israel's global portrayal and the dangers of oversimplified narratives. The conversation reveals his personal struggle as an American J…

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The Intersection of Law and Democracy with Donald Sherman and Martha Tierney | Part 2 22:12

7M ago22:12

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Join host Alvina Vasquez in part two of her conversation with legal experts Martha Tierney and Donald Sherman, as they delve into their groundbreaking work centered on a critical litigation involving section three of the 14th Amendment. In this episode, Martha and Donald offer a compelling narrative that intertwines personal experiences, profound l…

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Ep 299: Capitalism is to blame 1:00:01

7M ago1:00:01

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In Episode 299 Ken and Dave discuss DEI Striking agan, Drew Ferguson leaving Congress, The Electeds of Color Holiday Party, The Metro Atlanta City that is named the best place to live, Taxing the Stupid Tax, Seattle High School Hijinx, How much Georgia owes to the Film Industry, and Capitalism is to blame!…

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