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How do landmark Supreme Court decisions affect our lives? What does the 2nd Amendment really say? Why does the Senate have so much power? Civics 101 is the podcast about how our democracy works…or is supposed to work, anyway.
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Expertly-curated progressive politics, news, and culture produced by leftist humans, not algorithms or AI. This is an award-winning podcast that dives deeply into a wide range of national and international issues facing society and governments. We draw from hundreds of sources of progressive news and commentary. Est. 2006. Save time by listening to a range of perspectives on a focused topic in each episode and be introduced to new sources you will not have come across on your own!
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Ben, Brett and Jordy Meiselas are three brothers with very unique backgrounds! Ben is a top lawyer and Colin Kaepernick’s business partner. Brett is a two-time Emmy award winning video editor from the world of film and television. Jordy, the fan favorite, was an award-winning advertising executive in New York. The brothers' unique approach at covering news by combining hilarious brother banter with an unapologetic support of democracy has earned them millions of supporters in America and acr ...
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Democracy in Question?

Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy

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Today, liberal democracies are under unprecedented strain from within and without. In each episode, renowned social anthropologist Shalini Randeria invites a leading scholar to explore the challenges and dilemmas facing democracies around the world. They investigate what needs to be done to ensure the future well-being of our democratic institutions and practices.
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Your Undivided Attention

Tristan Harris and Aza Raskin, The Center for Humane Technology

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In our podcast, Your Undivided Attention, co-hosts Tristan Harris, Aza Raskin and Daniel Barcay explore the unprecedented power of emerging technologies: how they fit into our lives, and how they fit into a humane future. Join us every other Thursday as we confront challenges and explore solutions with a wide range of thought leaders and change-makers — like Audrey Tang on digital democracy, neurotechnology with Nita Farahany, getting beyond dystopia with Yuval Noah Harari, and Esther Perel ...
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Weekly discussions of a deteriorating world all from the comfort of your local smoke-filled Spätkauf. https://www.patreon.com/cornerspaeti https://www.operationglad.io/start
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Straight White American Jesus

Bradley Onishi + Daniel Miller

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An in-depth examination of the culture and politics of Christian Nationalism and Evangelicalism by two ex-evangelical ministers-turned-religion professors. If you have ever wondered what social and historical forces led white evangelicals to usher Donald Trump into the White House this is the show for you. As former insiders and critical scholars of religion, Dan Miller and Bradley Onishi have a unique perspective on the Religious Right. Guests have included Chrissy Stroop, R. Marie Griffith ...
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The Victor Davis Hanson Show

Victor Davis Hanson and Jack Fowler

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This is the Victor Davis Hanson Show. Victor is the Martin and Illie Anderson Senior Fellow at the Hoover Institution and the Wayne & Marcia Buske Distinguished Fellow in History at Hillsdale College. Victor's co-host for 2 podcasts is Jack Fowler. He is the Director for the Center for Civil Society at American Philanthropic. Victor and Jack discuss current political and social events and ideas, and current and past cultural trends. Victor also is joined by Sami Winc on 2 podcasts as they di ...
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Join world-renowned economist and Columbia University Professor Jeffrey Sachs for lively conversations with the authors of scintillating, inspiring and remarkably important books about history, social justice, and the challenges of building a decent world. Learn more and get involved at bookclubwithjeffreysachs.org. The Book Club with Jeffrey Sachs is brought to you by the SDG Academy, an initiative of the UN Sustainable Development Solutions Network. Produced by Karena Joslin. Audio editing ...
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Geopolitical turmoil. A warming planet. Authoritarians on the rise. We live in a chaotic world that’s rapidly shifting around us. “On Shifting Ground with Ray Suarez” explores international fault lines and how they impact us all. Each week, NPR veteran Ray Suarez hosts conversations with journalists, leaders and policy experts to help us read between the headlines – and give us hope for human resilience. A co-production of World Affairs and KQED.
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Perspectives is a journal for political economy and social democracy by the Broadbent Institute. Our publication brings boldly left-wing ideas and inquiry into public debates and policy fora for building a Canada that is just and equitable, based on the Broadbent Principles for Canadian Social Democracy. We present commentary, long-form analysis, interviews, and other content to help inform strategists, organizers, academics, and policymakers of the theory, practice, and tactics that can be ...
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Is it possible for a democracy to govern undemocratically? Can the people elect an undemocratic leader? Is it possible for democracy to bring about authoritarianism? And if so, what does this say about democracy? ​​My name is Justin Kempf. Every week I talk to the brightest minds on subjects like international relations, political theory, and history to explore democracy from every conceivable angle. Topics like civil resistance, authoritarian successor parties, and the autocratic middle cla ...
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Beyond City Hall

Former Mayor Amourence Lee

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A public affairs program spotlighting social justice work at the frontlines of local government hosted by former Mayor Amourence Lee and award-winning producer Dr. Robert Franklin. Inspiring stories of democracy in action, sharing practical tips for everyday people to spark positive change in your communities! Airs on KCSM Radio FM-91, the Bay Area's Jazz Station to the World.
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Jamie Bartlett traces the story of how and why social media companies have become the new information gatekeepers, and what the decisions they make mean for all of us. It's 20 years since Facebook launched and the social media we know today - but it all started with a crazy idea to realise a hippie dream of building a "global consciousness". The plan was to build a connected world, where everyone could access everyone and everything all the time; to overthrow the old gatekeepers and set info ...
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How does capitalism affect our personal lives? How does the economy affect life at home, relationships at work, romance and dating? Capitalism Hits Home with Dr. Harriet Fraad is a bi-weekly podcast that explores what is happening in the economic realm and its impact on our individual and social psychology. Learn how to support the podcast. Visit us at: https://www.democracyatwork.info/capitalismhitshome More about Capitalism Hits Home https://www.democracyatwork.info/capitalismhitshome
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Critical Theory in Context

Center for Humanities and Social Change in Berlin

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What are the crucial conflicts of our time? What hopes and wishes for a better future are expressed within these conflicts? The podcast Critical Theory in Context combines analysis of the present with perspectives on societal transformation. We host conversations with theorists and activists about social crises and the possibilities of their emancipatory overcoming.
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America is more divided than ever—but it doesn’t have to be. Open to Debate offers an antidote to the chaos. We bring multiple perspectives together for real, nonpartisan debates. Debates that are structured, respectful, clever, provocative, and driven by the facts. Open to Debate is on a mission to restore balance to the public square through expert moderation, good-faith arguments, and reasoned analysis. We examine the issues of the day with the world’s most influential thinkers spanning s ...
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Class

Democratic Socialists of America

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Class is the official podcast of the National Political Education Committee of the Democratic Socialists of America. We believe working people should run both the economy and society democratically to meet human needs, not to make profits for a few. Class is a podcast where we ask socialists about why they are socialists, what socialism looks like, and how we, as the working class, can become the ruling class.
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Democracy Support Dialogues is a brand-new monthly podcast that will explore the European Union’s democracy support in the Eastern and Southern Neighbourhoods. From the best practices to the shortcomings of Europe’s democracy support agenda in its Neighbourhoods, this 12-part series will walk through the policies of a variety of institutions and states to harness our collective democratic knowledge. Join the host, Fabian Schöppner, as he speaks with a range of guests and experts on democracy ...
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Since 1968, the quarterly journal Telos has served as the definitive international forum for discussions of political, social, and cultural change. Readers from around the globe turn to Telos to engage with the sharpest minds in politics, philosophy, and critical theory, and to discover emerging theoretical analyses of the pivotal issues of the day. Don't miss a single issue—subscribe to Telos today at the Telos Press website, www.telospress.com.
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Brazil Unfiltered

Washington Brazil Office

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Brazil is going through challenging times. There’s never been a more important moment to understand Brazil’s politics, society, and culture. To go beyond the headlines, and to ask questions that aren’t easy to answer. 'Brazil Unfiltered,' does just that. This podcast is hosted by James N. Green, Professor of Brazilian History and Culture at Brown University and the National Co-Coordinator of the U.S. Network for Democracy in Brazil. Brazil Unfiltered is part of the Democracy Observatory, sup ...
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Politics in America is transforming. We’re embarking on a new series to deepen our understanding of who we are, how we got here, and how we rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past. Ron Steslow hosts academics, behavioral economists, social psychologists, politicos, philosophers, anthropologists, journalists, poets, and storytellers—and more—to discuss America’s political present and future and dive into the deeper problems we face as a nation. Email us questions or comments: podca ...
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Generation Justice

Generation Justice

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Generation Justice’s mission is to inspire youth to become media makers committed to social transformation. Generation Justice trains teens to approach journalism from a social justice and media justice framework. This is a multi-media project that gives voice to activism– locally, nationally and internationally. The end desire of Generation Justice is that youth will leave our program more educated about community strengths and problems and that they will have the, critical thinking, inter- ...
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Aspen Ideas to Go

The Aspen Institute

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Aspen Ideas to Go is a show about big ideas that will open your mind. Featuring compelling conversations with the world’s top thinkers and doers from a diverse range of disciplines, Aspen Ideas to Go gives you front-row access to the Aspen Ideas Festival and other events presented by the Aspen Institute.
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Global Capitalism

Democracy at Work - Richard D. Wolff

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Global Capitalism (GC) is a live virtual event featuring Richard D. Wolff. These programs begin with short updates on important economic events of the last months, then Prof Wolff examines a larger topic. Through this series, we hope to develop all participants’ understanding and ability to explain current economic events and trends to others.
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Liberty and Democracy is geared toward those who seek alternative views to leftist corporate, mainstream media. The podcasts shared here are part of http://www.libertarian.center, a website created by a citizen of the United States who was born and raised in a Socialist country in Eastern Europe during the 1970s and 1980s. As more and more members of our youth pivot towards Marxism, Socialism, and Communism in the United States of America and beyond, now, more than ever, it is important to f ...
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The Creative Process · Arts, Culture & Society: Books, Film, Music, TV, Art, Writing, Creativity, Education, Environment, Theatre, Dance, LGBTQ, Climate Change, Social Justice, Spirituality, Feminism ...

The Creative Process - Books, Film, Music, TV, Art, Writing, Education, Environment, Theatre, Dance, LGBTQ, Social Justice, Spirituality, Feminism, Technology, AI

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Exploring the fascinating minds of creative people. Conversations with writers, artists and creative thinkers across the Arts and STEM. We discuss their life, work and artistic practice. Winners of Oscar, Emmy, Tony, Pulitzer, Nobel Prize, leaders and public figures share real experiences and offer valuable insights. Notable guests and participating museums and organizations include: Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, Neil Patrick Harris, Smithsonian, Roxane Gay, Musée Picasso, EAR ...
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Below the Radar

SFU's Vancity Office of Community Engagement

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Amplifying ideas that fly below the radar. We talk environmental and social justice, arts, culture, community-building and urban issues with featured guests. This podcast is produced by SFU’s Vancity Office of Community Engagement as a part of our Knowledge Democracy Project @ 312 Main — encouraging the meaningful exchange of ideas and information across communities. Hosted and currently produced by: Am Johal Joey Malbon Julia Aoki Kathy Feng Samantha Walters Visit our website for archived a ...
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“One thing people don't realize is that the goal of disinformation is not simply to get you to believe a falsehood. It's to demoralize you into giving up on the idea of truth, to polarize us around factual issues, to get us to distrust people who don't believe the same lie. And even if somebody doesn't believe the lie, it can still make them cynica…
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The 2024 Ellen Meiksins Wood Lecture was held on Thursday, May 30th in partnership with Toronto Metropolitan University’s Faculty of Arts. A special thanks to TMU Interim Dean of Arts Amy Peng for hosting this Broadbent Institute event. Ellen Meiksins Wood was one of the left’s foremost theorists on democracy and history, and often promoted the ide…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump’s latest lie that he doesn’t know what Project 2025 is and has no connection with its leaders. Oneskin: Get 15% off OneSkin with the code MEIDAS at https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Visit https://meidastouch.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTou…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on President Biden’s brilliant speech in Wisconsin where he aggressively went on the offense against Donald Trump and the corporate media who shills for Trump. Laundry Sauce: For 15% off your order, head to https://LaundrySauce.com/MEIDAS and use code MEIDAS. Visit https://meidastouch.com for more! Remember to …
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on the unhinged video Donald Trump made of himself and his despicable posts. Head to https://manukora.com/meidas or use code MEIDAS to automatically get a free pack of honey sticks with your order — a $15 value! Visit https://meidastouch.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcast…
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In this episode of 'Straight White American Jesus Weekly Roundup,' host Brad Onishi discusses the significance of the recent SCOTUS ruling on presidential immunity and its implications for American democracy. Brad explains the connections to Christian nationalist movements and the Heritage Foundation's Project 2025, which seeks to reshape the execu…
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Authorities in India have arrested six people following a deadly stampede in the northern state of Uttar Pradesh. 121 women and children were killed at a religious event where nearly 250,000 had gathered to listen to a guru. To understand what caused this human tragedy, we talk to Sanjay Srivastava, professor of Anthropology at SOAS University of L…
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Like the poetry of his fellow Latin Americans, the scholarship of Mauro Lazarovich, PhD '24, is not only humanist but also humanitarian. “I wanted to make a contribution to the humanities by saying that literature and art have something to bring to the table when we are talking about refugees,” he says. “And not only literature in general but speci…
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Listen in to Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Sami Winc as they discuss the news of the week: SCOTUS rules on presidential immunity, the Biden team in full panic, European elections favor the right parties, US bases in Europe on high alert, Hunter sues Fox News, and Newsom's post-debate speech. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Cali…
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On this episode of the MeidasTouch Podcast, Ben, Brett and Jordy discuss the actual stakes of the election and the latest revelations about Donald Trump the corporate media is ignoring as they continue their feeding frenzy against President Biden in the wake of the debate. Deals from our sponsors! Oracle: Take a free test drive of OCI at https://or…
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What George Carlin jokes would be deemed offensive today? What makes us laugh has come under scrutiny. Old jokes or skits are often off-limits in today's context, leading to public apologies and cancellations. Some argue political correctness stifles comedic creativity, thus affecting their ability to tackle tough subjects. Those who disagree say c…
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“As a filmmaker, I've always made films about extraordinary women whose lives are faced with extenuating circumstances who've had adversity thrown at them and who've risen to the occasion. And when I began to look at Diane's story, for me, Diane is a fashion designer, but she's so much more. Her central ethos is woman before fashion, and we felt it…
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Air Date 7/5/2024 China is an undeniable force in the world relating to several major political issues and to address their influence without a deep understanding of the history, context, and current dynamics would be to invite 100 years of humiliation. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com T…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump’s kids and surrogates giving some of the most unhinged interviews yet. For their buy 1 get 1 50% off deal, head to https://3DayBlinds.com/MEIDAS. Visit https://meidastouch.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: MeidasTouch: https://www.meidastouch.com/tag/me…
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Join Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler as they look at the lack of data for famine in Gaza, the Ukraine War needs an answer before more die, and California policy has changed the state to a blue disaster both emergent and impending. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#d…
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Will AI ever start to think by itself? If it did, how would we know, and what would it mean? In this episode, Dr. Anil Seth and Aza discuss the science, ethics, and incentives of artificial consciousness. Seth is Professor of Cognitive and Computational Neuroscience at the University of Sussex and the author of Being You: A New Science of Conscious…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump’s past that he and his family can’t hide despite media attempts to distract the attention of the American people. Go to https://magicspoon.com/MEIDAS to grab a variety pack and try it today! And be sure to use our promo code MEIDAS at checkout to save five dollars off your order! Visit https://m…
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Happy Independence Day, everyone. In honor of Independence Day in the United States of America, today's Liberty and Democracy podcast will center on America's Holiday, the 4th of July, Independence Day. So sit back, relax, and learn about what makes this holiday important in the United States of America, and throughout the world. Don't forget to vi…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on the new ad by President Biden calling out Donald Trump in the harshest terms yet. Head to https://Smalls.com/MEIDAS and use promo code MEIDAS at checkout for 50% off your first order PLUS free shipping! Visit https://meidastouch.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network Podcasts: Mei…
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week we discuss the fallout from Joe Biden’s debate performance, the calls for him to end his campaign, and the electability argument for him to stay in. Then we talk about the rising stakes of the election and how emboldened Trump will be in a second term. Finally, we head to Politicology+ w…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on new audio recordings of Donald Trump that just leaked from the reporter who was writing a book on him. Thanks to Lumen! Go to https://lumen.me/meidas and use promo code MEIDAS at checkout to get $100 off your Lumen! Visit https://meidastouch.com for more! Remember to subscribe to ALL the MeidasTouch Network …
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Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korean leader Kim Jong Un just signed a mutual defense deal that feels a lot more like 1964 than 2024. In part two of our series, John Delury, associate professor of Chinese studies at Yonsei University, explains why Putin is taking his relationship with Kim to the next level, and whether the UN Security C…
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Democracy in Question? is brought to you by: • Central European University: CEU • The Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy in Geneva: AHCD • The Podcast Company: scopeaudio Follow us on social media! • Central European University: @CEU • Albert Hirschman Centre on Democracy in Geneva: @AHDCentre Subscribe to the show. If you enjoyed what you listen…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on how right-wing Supreme Court Justices committed perjury at their confirmation hearing in connection with issues such as absolute immunity. Head to https://manukora.com/meidas or use code MEIDAS to automatically get a free pack of honey sticks with your order — a $15 value! Visit https://meidastouch.com for m…
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Subscribe for $5.99 a month to get bonus content most Mondays, bonus episodes every month, ad-free listening, access to the entire 500-episode archive, Discord access, and more: https://axismundi.supercast.com/ What exactly does it mean when someone levels an accusation that an individual, or a church, or even a whole denomination, affirms “bad the…
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The Supreme Court has issued another series of controversial and consequential decisions this term, fueling discussion on the current state of the judicial branch. Recent polling data show that seven in 10 Americans do not trust that the court can be impartial, and the justice’s actions outside of their chambers continue to make headlines. In a tim…
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Have you ever thought about what it means to be anonymous? Have you considered what it means that you can walk down the street or go to the grocery store or out to dinner without someone you’ve never met knowing your name, everything you’ve posted online, or your political leanings? Or when you go on a first date with someone, they’d walk in knowin…
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In this episode, Victor Davis Hanson and cohost Jack Fowler discuss the cauldron of the debate, recent SCOTUS opinions, the unsustainable lies of the Biden admin, "doctor" Jill, and unelected bureaucrats creating law. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…
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A thought-provoking discussion recorded 28 June 2024, exploring the evolving landscape for Gen Z boys.Recent studies show significant divergence in views on gender among young people (16-19 years). While many Gen Zs embrace progressive beliefs, a considerable number of young men still feel pressured to conform to traditional roles and behaviours su…
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Ben and Jordy Meiselas lead today’s episode of the MeidasTouch podcast focused on the Supreme Court absolute immunity ruling and its implications, the fallout from the Presidential debate, and what we expect next. Deals from our sponsors! Mosh: Try Mosh today and use MEIDAS to save 20% plus free shipping at https://moshlife.com/MEIDAS Netsuite: Hea…
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How can we free ourselves from fear and social barriers to live more fulfilling and meaningful lives? What does it take to overcome trauma and turn it into triumph, and failure into reinvention? How can we shine a light on the marginalized and misunderstood to create social change that transforms the lives of women? Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy is an Osca…
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What is the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, or the CPB? How does it all work? And why is it SO political? In this episode, senior producer Christina Phillips explains it all. She first spoke with the CPB's Anne Brachman, and then did a deep dive to learn more. In the episode, Christina mentions 2024 legislation called the Defund NPR Act. You c…
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Air Date 7/2/2024 Border security around the world continues to take turns for the dark and dystopian as right-wing sentiment against migrants and refugees continues to escalate to the extreme. Be part of the show! Leave us a message or text at 202-999-3991 or email Jay@BestOfTheLeft.com Transcript Air Date 7/2/2024 Border security around the world…
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Join Professor Jeffrey Sachs and Monika Wiesak as they discuss one of America's most iconic leaders in, America's Last President: What the World Lost When It Lost John F. Kennedy. Listen in as they delve into the thrilling saga of a young, audacious visionary who dared to challenge the status quo and redefine the course of history. Together, they u…
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MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Donald Trump’s emergency motion to Justice Merchan in the Manhattan DA criminal case where Trump cites the Supreme Court’s absolute immunity ruling. Head to https://zbiotics.com/MEIDAS to get 15% off your first order when you use MEIDAS at checkout. Visit https://meidastouch.com for more! Remember to subscri…
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On this special bonus episode of Civics 101, we talk about the Supreme Court’s decision on July 1st in the case of Trump v United States. The court ruled along ideological lines; it was a 6-3 decision that granted former president Donald Trump - and any president - some degree of immunity. But it's a long opinion, and a complicated one. To explain …
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