Best Ben Kahn Podcasts (2024)

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Ben Kahn and Annabelle Schneider-Farris: What It's Like a Few Days After Their Wedding, Plus How They Fell in Love, When They Knew Each Other Was The One, & More 58:44

9d ago58:44

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What better way to celebrate their wedding than for Ben and Annabelle to come on The Arrow of Importance! After all, what is more important in life than finding the person you love most of all? In this episode, we talk all about that love! Plus, how they found each other, what they're looking forward to, their reflections on their big day, why love…

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Transcending Comics at Flame Con NYC (ft. Maia Kobabe, Ben Kahn, Kim Wang, and Daniel Falco)! 1:00:52

10d ago1:00:52

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Transcending Comics had our first ever live show at Flame Con 2024! We were lucky enough to be joined by some incredible panelists, including Maia Kobabe (Gender Queer: A Memoir), Kim Wang (Of Thunder & Lightning), Ben Kahn (Elle Campbell Wins Their Weekend, Renegade Rule), and Daniel Falco (Transphoria)! We absolutely loved the input from each of …

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It's Morphin' Time: Episode of the Year Edition 1:09:31

9h ago1:09:31

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In celebration of winning "Episode of the Year" and "Best Production" at the Iowa Podcast Awards, we're re-releasing one of the most unique and psychedelic podcasts we've ever made, It's Morphin' Time! This was Tomi's coming-out episode that was originally published on the Giant Sized Violence feed back in February of 2023, which we're excited to s…

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Godzilla Minus One (aka GODZILLA HATES YOU) w/ Marcus Anderson 1:29:20

2h ago1:29:20

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Y'all remember that Godzilla who was a friend to all? You know, the fierce protector of mankind against some other worse monsters? The guy that had a team of kids and a tiny monster buddy? This ain't that Godzilla. The Godzilla of Godzilla Minus One hates you. He hates everything about you. He hates your stupid little boat. He hates your tragic bac…

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Nuts and Bolts: What Needs to be Learned to Make Our Agenda Reality 57:57

2h ago57:57

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As Americans, we want what we want right now. But it doesn’t work that way to make real political change. As with any mechanism, there are certain things that must be learned to make it work and achieve our goals. The post Nuts and Bolts: What Needs to be Learned to Make Our Agenda Reality appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Criminalizing The Unhoused Gets Us Nowhere 57:57

1h ago57:57

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Some might call it “cruel and unusual punishment,” arresting, sweeping the parks, bulldozing homeless encampments. Others believe if people are poor it’s their own fault. On this show, the Reverend Dr. Liz Theoharis of The Kairos Center discusses an essay The post Criminalizing The Unhoused Gets Us Nowhere appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Marine Veteran and 4th Degree Black Belt Todd Fox - JJD Ep.148 1:34:07

3h ago1:34:07

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Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org Join us for a fascinating discussion with 4th-degree black belt and renowned marine and law enforcement use of force trainer, Marine Veteran Todd Fox. We'll explore the intersection of Jiu-Jitsu and professional defensive tactics, with a focus on his new book, …

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What Do You Know About the Fair Labor Standards Act? and IBEW 124 Wins Paid Family Leave 59:16

4d ago59:16

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It’s all about rights. First, we’ll talk to Trini Murguia from the US Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division about the many laws they enforce from child labor to […] The post What Do You Know About the Fair Labor Standards Act? and IBEW 124 Wins Paid Family Leave appeared first on KKFI.By KKFI 90.1 FM Kansas City Community Radio

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Alien Covenant w/ Melissa F. Olson (AKA No Notes for Danny McBride) 2:00:14

3h ago2:00:14

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The Horror Squad chats with Melissa F. Olson about Alien Covenant (2017). ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Jeremy Whitley

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A Military Security State and the Erosion of Freedom 59:14

7d ago59:14

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They love to say America has the strongest military of any nation ever. But boasting usually leads to disaster. On this show, we hear from William J. Astore, a retired lieutenant colonel of the US Air Force and professor of The post A Military Security State and the Erosion of Freedom appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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What is the 9/11 Generation? 57:47

9d ago57:47

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History professor Matt Warshauer argues in his new book that the 9/11 generation is the most unique in American history, and he explains how. The title is Creating and Failing the 9/11 Generation. This generation has seen a nonfunctional government, The post What is the 9/11 Generation? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The Problems with Nursing Home Jobs and Disconnected Call Center Workers II 1:00:00

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Many candidates call for less government regulation, nursing homes need more. Workers complain of unsafe staffing, and poverty wages and owners who view patient bodies only as profit centers. This […] The post The Problems with Nursing Home Jobs and Disconnected Call Center Workers II appeared first on KKFI.…

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McDojoLife Founder and Academy Safe VP Rob Ingram - JJD Ep.147 1:55:08

4d ago1:55:08

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Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week we welcome Rob Ingram, the founder of McDojoLife and the Executive VP of Non-Profit Academy Safe Inc. We talk a lot about why Rob and Milton have gotten together to mandate background checks and US Center for SafeSport certifications for all academy o…

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Dread (AKA A Movie in Need of a Skarsgård) w/ T. L. Bodine 1:40:19

7d ago1:40:19

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Am I the law? Put on your deeply mediocre wigs and flattest American accents for one of the lesser Clive Barker adaptations. It's Dread! We're joined by author T.L. Bodine to talk about a movie that could have been called F(r)ight Club. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★By Jeremy Whitley

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Evangelicals Souring on Trump: Why It Took So Long. 59:56

13d ago59:56

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He got 81% of the evangelical vote in key swing states in 2016. Our guest today the Reverend Doug Pagitt is exceptionally familiar with what goes on with evangelical Christians, and he says he expects Trump to get less than The post Evangelicals Souring on Trump: Why It Took So Long. appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Si Kahn at 80: Honoring a Life of Song and Activism 59:41

16d ago59:41

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We celebrate the 80th birthday of Si Kahn, singer, songwriter, author, organizer, and activist. We’ll hear a few tracks from his new album, Labor Day: A Tribute to Hardworking People […] The post Si Kahn at 80: Honoring a Life of Song and Activism appeared first on KKFI.By KKFI 90.1 FM Kansas City Community Radio

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Gen Z, Millennials and The 2024 Presidential Election 56:46

10d ago56:46

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They weren’t there for Biden. A large chunk of young men are for Trump, but with a new presidential candidate, the Democratic Party is connecting with young people. One millennial voice is Josh Lafasan, on today’s show he says the The post Gen Z, Millennials and The 2024 Presidential Election appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Secret Service Agent, Black Belt Joe Scargill - JJD Ep.146 1:46:09

10d ago1:46:09

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Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week we welcome Jiu-Jitsu Black Belt and active Secret Service Agent Joe Scargill. We discuss it all...his recent RFK Jr. detail, we try to dig in on the Trump assassination attempt, Academy Safe, and obviously all things jiu-jitsu. Check out the full epis…

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28 Days Later (aka In Valium Veritas) with James Asmus 1:42:44

12d ago1:42:44

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This is the podcast episode that launched a new obsession for Emily: Cillian Murphy in all his splendor. Listen, this is a movie about fast zombies, but you're mostly gonna hear us talking about Cillian Murphy's extensive nudity and his sassy hips. We are joined by the amazing and incredible James Asmus and you should immediately go order his book …

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Why The ‘Progressive’ Brand Is Tarnished, Can The Democrats Be The Party of Patriotism + Working People, 5 Reasons Why She’s Voting For Kamala, And Where Does Each Party Go After 2024 With Brianna Wu 50:31

13d ago50:31

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Brianna Wu joins me to dicuss the tarnishing of the 'progressive' brand, how the Democrats can be the partrioic and working people's party, and the political direction of Republicans and Democrats post November 5th. Plus, the Iranian regime is gaining popularity and sympathy, less men are voting for the Democrats, and of course, who is going to win…

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Waving Goodbye to Neoliberalism? 54:46

15d ago54:46

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It may have the word “liberal” in it but it’s anything but. Until the Biden/Harris years, the corporate wing of the Democratic Party had its deserved image of serving the richest among us. Trump understood raw populist anger to win The post Waving Goodbye to Neoliberalism? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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How Tim Walz Helps Kamala’s Chances, Josh Shapiro Double Standards, And The Role Immigration and Abortion Are Going To Play in The Upcoming Election With Peri Karpishpan. 1:22:12

15d ago1:22:12

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On this episode, Peri Karpishpan and I dive deep into Kamala Harris' Vice Presidential pick, as well as the deep, multi-faceted process that went into it. Were there double standards between Tim Walz and Josh Shapiro? And is Tim Walz a good pick? Plus, as each candiate tries to define one another, will Kamala being labeled a failed border czar be a…

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Introduction to a Brain Rewire: Why Your Brain May Be Sabotaging You And What To Do About It 55:48

16d ago55:48

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Today, we're diving deep into something that so many of us are grappling with right now—our mental and emotional well-being. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or trapped in patterns that don't serve you, then this episode is for you. Lately, I've had countless conversations with friends who are struggling. They keep asking the same questio…

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Hawley And the Right: Terrified About Their Manhood 59:28

21d ago59:28

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Now with the nomination of not just a woman, but a woman of color, they feel even more threatened. Today’s right encourages and seeks to use men’s anger in the culture war, even though those very policies actually harm working The post Hawley And the Right: Terrified About Their Manhood appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Two Books: Debbie Goldman’s Disconnected: Call Center Workers Fight for Good Jobs in the Digital Age and Jake Friedman’s The Disney Revolt: The Great Labor War of Animation’s Golden Age 59:55

25d ago59:55

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We will feature two Books. First, in Disconnected: Call Center Workers Fight for Good Jobs in the Digital Age author Debbie Goldman shows how workers struggle for good jobs against […] The post Two Books: Debbie Goldman’s Disconnected: Call Center Workers Fight for Good Jobs in the Digital Age and Jake Friedman’s The Disney Revolt: The Great Labor …

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With Walz, Can Democrats Win Back Rural America? 58:58

22d ago58:58

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Since at least 2016, the Democratic policy has been driven by big contributors, yielding rural voters to Trump who at least pretended to hear them. With Minnesota Governor Tim Walz nominated as VP for Harris, middle America people who had The post With Walz, Can Democrats Win Back Rural America? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Ohana Jiu Jitsu Academy founders Monique Charlton and Bruce Quach - JJD Ep. 145 2:05:14

23d ago2:05:14

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Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week we welcome Black Belts Monique Charlton and Bruce Quach the founders of Ohana Jiu Jitsu Academy in Plantation FL. We discuss their new academy and take a deep dive into the non-profit Academy Safe whose mission, in part, is to mandate background check…

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Avi Chomsky: 21st Century Colonialism and Extractivism 57:06

24d ago57:06

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Colonialism: Now it’s called corporate globalization. As the energy appetite of the west continues to accelerate, so does extractivism, without the consent of the people directly affected. In this revealing discussion, Professor Avi Chomsky explodes the many myths we white The post Avi Chomsky: 21st Century Colonialism and Extractivism appeared fir…

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Project 2025, Trump and Harris on Immigration and KCMO School District’s International Welcome Center 1:00:14

1M ago1:00:14

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Immigration polls as a top issue for voters this Fall. We’ll talk about the candidates’ positions on the border, asylum, and jobs and also ask where’s the invasion. Then, we’ll […] The post Project 2025, Trump and Harris on Immigration and KCMO School District’s International Welcome Center appeared first on KKFI.…

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The People's Joker - Best comic book movie ever? 50:20

24d ago50:20

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This week, Eri and Tomi dive headfirst into the vat of comedy chemicals that is The People's Joker! We discuss everything we love about Vera Drew's incredible indie film, and how it changes our viewpoints on what we expect to see from trans representation in comic book films going forward. You can buy The People's Joker on DVD, Blu-ray, and VHS fro…

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Dawn of the Dead (AKA Zombie Indoor Shopping Center) 1:35:29

26d ago1:35:29

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We made it! We made 200 episodes of a podcast about politics and horror movies. You're welcome! This time we're talking about the original Dawn of the Dead. If you've ever seen a zombie in a shopping mall, you can thank George A. Romero and this movie. It's wild. It's often stupid. It was made for a buck fifty, overnight, at a shopping mall that th…

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From Fear to Freedom: Overcome Fears and Unlock Your True Potential 36:50

28d ago36:50

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Today marks the fifth episode of The Upgrade series, where we continue our journey of self-empowerment and personal growth. In our last episode, we explored the first five of ten fears that often keep us from realizing our true potential. If you haven't listened to that episode yet, be sure to go back and catch up! This episode is for all of you cu…

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Jails and Prisons Were a Hotbed of Covid. Needlessly. 59:09

29d ago59:09

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The ideal breeding ground for the Covid virus: A place where people were forced to have constant close contact with each other and with the wider community. In other words: prisons. You know how awful it was for us on The post Jails and Prisons Were a Hotbed of Covid. Needlessly. appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Make the Winner of the Popular Vote President 55:46

1M ago55:46

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We were taught in elementary school that every vote counts in America. But as we all know the 2016 winner of the popular vote did not become president. The truth is the presidential candidates will spend a billion dollars this The post Make the Winner of the Popular Vote President appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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The New Plan to Fleece Workers’ Pensions and IBEW Local 53’s Ben Bush 1:00:17

1M ago1:00:17

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Will you get a pension when you retire? Pensions have been disappearing for decades, and now companies like AT&T are selling off their pensions to insurance companies. Find out why […] The post The New Plan to Fleece Workers’ Pensions and IBEW Local 53’s Ben Bush appeared first on KKFI.By KKFI 90.1 FM Kansas City Community Radio

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Beetlejuice (AKA The Lydia to Delia Goth Pipeline) with Robin Kaplan 1:50:44

1M ago1:50:44

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By Jeremy Whitley

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The Term “MAGA” Acknowledges US Empire is Over 59:33

1M ago59:33

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Make America great “again?” What does that phrase assume? Our guest today, retired Lt Col. William Astore served 20 years in the military. No, he’s not a stereotypical macho militarist, far from it. He says our “full spectrum global empire” The post The Term “MAGA” Acknowledges US Empire is Over appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Black Belt Cris Rodriguez, Owner of Grow Pro Agency - JJD Ep. 144 1:49:52

1M ago1:49:52

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Jiu Jitsu Dummies Podcast, presented by Black Belt Digital Marketing and AcademySafe.org This week we welcome Black Belt Cris Rodriguez, owner of Gro Pro Agency which specifically helps martial arts academies across the country market their gyms. Cris is also the founder of Gracia Pac MMA in Tampa Florida. Check out the full episode and let us know…

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How to Conquer the Fears That Hold Us Back From Our Greatness 33:00

1M ago33:00

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In the fourth episode of the Upgrade series on Food Heals, we dive deep into the myths and fears that fuel imposter syndrome and keep us from achieving our full potential. Today, we're going to debunk five common fears that hold us back from our greatness, so we can overcome the imposter monster for good and leave our fears in the past. While we of…

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White Male Supremacists Fear and Hate it But “Romance” and Nuclear Families Aren’t the Only Option 57:34

1M ago57:34

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We assume our picture of romance and marriage has always been there, but according to our guest author and professor Sabrina Strings, it was invented in the 12th century as a myth about Sir Lancelot. Marriage was about power, domination, The post White Male Supremacists Fear and Hate it But “Romance” and Nuclear Families Aren’t the Only Option appe…

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Bad Dream: A Dreamer Story 44:04

1M ago44:04

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In this episode, we dive deep into DC’s newest YA graphic novel, Bad Dream: A Dreamer Story, written by none other than Nicole Maines, the actress who brought Dreamer to life on the Supergirl TV show! We chat about Dreamer's journey from the small screen to the colorful pages of her very own comic, and how Maines continues to impress us with her st…

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Is It Really the End of Lean Production? and KC and the Pregnancy Fairness Act 59:48

2M ago59:48

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Ever wonder why every system we deal with is on the verge of overload? In the 1980’s management adopted “Lean Production” to keep workers and consumers constantly under stress and […] The post Is It Really the End of Lean Production? and KC and the Pregnancy Fairness Act appeared first on KKFI.By KKFI 90.1 FM Kansas City Community Radio

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Dems Need the Middle Class: Why is the DNC Still So Corporatized? 57:27

1M ago57:27

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There is a palpable movement under Kamala Harris; so why is party leadership still so out of touch with working people as they were in 2016? Our returning guest, veteran party insider Norman Solomon, says the DNC is still top-down The post Dems Need the Middle Class: Why is the DNC Still So Corporatized? appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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GO Goes to Gotham: Episodes 4-6 (Patreon Clip) 10:44

1M ago10:44

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In this sneak peek clip from the Gotham Outsiders Patreon, Mark and Chris get real unhinged as they review the TV show Gotham, episodes 4-6. For access to the entire episode and upcoming Gotham review episodes (and more!) you can subscribe to our Patreon. Patreon: www.patreon.com/GothamOutsiders Chris: @themythofpsyche; @thirstyontoon TJ: @troyfin2…

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The Confidence Code: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Achieve the Impossible 32:42

1M ago32:42

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In the third episode of The Upgrade series on Food Heals, we're diving deep into the often paralyzing world of imposter syndrome and exploring how to break free from its grasp to achieve the impossible. Welcome to "The Confidence Code: How to Overcome Imposter Syndrome and Achieve the Impossible," where we unlock the secrets to overcoming self-doub…

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What’s Behind Trumpism: The Open Attack on Democracy 59:26

2M ago59:26

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As Trump heads into the 2024 campaign, you might wonder who is behind it, who benefits from destroying our republic. Here is the story. The religious nationalists see him as a fierce leader. They believe God sends such kings to The post What’s Behind Trumpism: The Open Attack on Democracy appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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Big News: Our First Comic, Our First Live Panel, and More! 5:13

2M ago5:13

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Big news and big changes incoming! My first comic, When We Transform, launches on Kickstarter this Thursday, August 1st! Sign up to get notified at launch by going to WhenWeTransform.com or by visiting our pre-launch page on Kickstarter! If you're a fan of the comics we cover on either of our podcasts, you're going to love this book! We're also bri…

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Why Are They Trying to Outlaw Rank Choice Voting? And Ethan Marcotte, You Deserve a Tech Union 1:00:10

2M ago1:00:10

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On the last day of its 2024 session, the Missouri legislature put ranked choice voting on the August ballot. Already ten states outlaw it. Will Missouri voters do the same? […] The post Why Are They Trying to Outlaw Rank Choice Voting? And Ethan Marcotte, You Deserve a Tech Union appeared first on KKFI.…

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The Power of Pardons and Democracy 58:15

2M ago58:15

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It’s not high on people’s reason to choose a president, but the power of pardons today is often corrupt and the promise of a pardon has been known to encourage crimes. In this discussion of her forthcoming book, Law Professor The post The Power of Pardons and Democracy appeared first on Keeping Democracy Alive.…

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What the F*** Is Wrong with the Postal Service and Mizzou Workers Ask When the University Will Bargain in Good Faith 1:00:04

2M ago1:00:04

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The show is all about worker and citizen frustration with unresponsive public institutions. First the Post Office. We’ll ask American Postal Workers President MARK DIMONDSTEIN what the hell is wrong […] The post What the F*** Is Wrong with the Postal Service and Mizzou Workers Ask When the University Will Bargain in Good Faith appeared first on KKF…

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