Best Lorena Today Podcasts (2024)

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The long, destructive path of fire: Talking to Source NM’s Patrick Lohmann about a never-ending wildfire season 22:25

5h ago22:25

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In early 2023, Patrick Lohmann, a reporter for the nonprofit Source NM, moved to the small town of Las Vegas, New Mexico, to learn how residents were coping with the aftermath of the largest wildfire in state history. What he learned there was that the destruction brought on by wildfires doesn’t end when the fire itself goes out. It can take years …

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1968 all over again? Heather Hendershot and Ted Koppel on a year for the media to remember. 32:52

11d ago32:52

32:52

The Democrats are gathering in Chicago next week, and the sitting president has dropped out of the race. But as the guests on today’s podcast remind us, that doesn’t mean history is repeating itself. In 1968, Ted Koppel was just back from a tour covering the war in Vietnam, and assigned to the comparatively tame—if, as he reminds us, not without it…

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Kamala Harris steps up: Politico’s Eugene Daniels on a wild month of news 31:06

1M ago31:06

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Eugene Daniels is a White House reporter for Politico, with a special focus on Kamala Harris. That’s put him front and center for a month of news that few people in politics saw coming. On this episode of The Kicker, Daniels shares what he’s learned from nearly four years of covering the vice president, how her relationship with the press will diff…

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Spanish-speaking journalism…in Iowa: A conversation with Lorena Lopez 30:08

29d ago30:08

30:08

Lorena Lopez came to the United States from her home country of Nicaragua, where she was an investigative reporter, in 1992. But it wasn’t until 2016 that she managed to return to her passion, as the founding editor of La Prensa, a Spanish-language newspaper serving Western Iowa. On this week’s Kicker, Lopez talks about her long journey back to jou…

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What did we know and when? Alex Thompson on investigating Biden’s mental decline 24:11

2M ago24:11

24:11

Alex Thompson, a national political correspondent for Axios, first reported that President Biden had started wearing special sneakers, in part to reduce the risk of tripping, last fall. But until the debate last week, he was still one of a small handful of reporters who was aggressively pursuing direct evidence that Biden’s age – regular fodder for…

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Not even a ‘no comment’: Paul Farhi on the media’s historic struggles with relevance 34:50

2M ago34:50

34:50

Paul Farhi was a media reporter for the Washington Post until the end of last year. But instead of retiring, he’s been busier than ever, chronicling the seemingly endless stream of bad news stories about the media business, for outlets like The Atlantic and here at CJR. He joins The Kicker to talk about traditional journalism’s struggles to stay re…

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Staying “scrupulously neutral”: Steve Herman on covering the White House in the age of Trump 36:43

3M ago36:43

36:43

Steve Herman was the White House correspondent for Voice of America during the Trump administration. He joins The Kicker to talk about his new book on what it was like to cover a deeply unpredictable president—and why he believes it’s essential, even under extreme circumstances, for reporters to stay out of the political fray. This podcast is part …

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Introducing "Yadusha Unfiltered" 5:08

2M ago5:08

5:08

In this episode, Yadusha introduces you to her upcoming podcast series, entitled "Yadusha Unfiltered."By Yadusha Williams

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Special Guest: Bob Olson, Candidate for Nevada State Assembly (District 17) 14:58

2M ago14:58

14:58

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Bob Olson, candidate for Nevada State Assembly (District 17). They discuss working for the people not the party, schools, regulations, small businesses, and affordable housing. Don't miss this comprehensive episode. If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com.…

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Special Guest: Tony Grady, Candidate for United States Senate (Nevada) 14:43

3M ago14:43

14:43

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Tony Grady, candidate for United States Senate (Nevada). They discuss Donald Trump, Jacky Rosen, Nevada's water management, and his specific plans for representing Nevada in Washington D.C. Don't miss this inspirational episode. If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.willi…

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Special Guest: Lorena Biassotti, Candidate for CCSD Trustee (District E) 14:50

3M ago14:50

14:50

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Lorena Biassotti, candidate for CCSD Trustee (District E). They discuss equity in education, safety in the schools, restoring respect for teachers, and fighting indoctrination in school curriculum. Don't miss this important episode. If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.w…

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Special Guest: Stephanie Phillips, Candidate for United States Senate (Nevada) 15:00

3M ago15:00

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In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Stephanie Phillips, candidate for United States Senate (Nevada). They discuss the economy, jobs, inflation, balancing the budget, and immigration. Don't miss this insightful episode. If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Credit: God's Country (Acou…

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Special Guest: David Gomez, Candidate for Las Vegas City Council (Ward 3) 14:43

3M ago14:43

14:43

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview David Gomez, candidate for Las Vegas City Council (Ward 3). They discuss homelessness, infrastructure, and crime. Don't miss this outstanding episode. If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Credit: God's Country (Acoustic) Blake Shelton God's Countr…

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Special Guest: Elizabeth Helgelien, Candidate for United States Congress (District 3) 14:44

3M ago14:44

14:44

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Elizabeth Helgelien, candidate for United States Congress (District 3). They discuss standing up against the mainstream media, closing the border, and abolishing the Department of Education, among other critical topics that affect all Nevadans! Don't miss this intriguing episode. If you are not yet regist…

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Special Guest: Brian Paonessa, Candidate for Nevate State Senate (District 11) 14:43

3M ago14:43

14:43

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Brian Paonessa, candidate for Nevada State Senate (District 11). They discuss behavioral issues with Nevada youth, nurses as first responders, the healthcare system and education Don't miss this fun episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Cr…

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Special Guest: Garland Brinkley, Candidate for Nevada State Assembly (District 1) 14:33

3M ago14:33

14:33

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Garland Brinkley, candidate for Nevada State Assembly (District 1). They discuss the current state of public schools, including bullying, social media, and the growing child suicide rate in Nevada. Don't miss this important episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.w…

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How Israeli Journalists Cover Their Own Country 41:51

3M ago41:51

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Haaretz is one of Israel’s most respected newspapers. It’s also one of the few willing to openly criticize the government for its treatment of Palestinians. The Kicker speaks with Hagar Shezaf and Omer Benjakob, two journalists with the paper, about what it’s like to do accountability journalism in Israel these days—especially in the aftermath of t…

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Special Guest: Josh Leavitt, Candidate for Nevada State Senate (District 18) 14:41

3M ago14:41

14:41

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Josh Leavitt, candidate for Nevada State Senate (District 18). They discuss affordable housing, homelessness and Nevada tourism. Don't miss this awesome episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Credit: God's Country (Acoustic) Blake Shelton G…

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Special Guest: David J. Gomez, Candidate for County Commissioner (District D) 14:44

4M ago14:44

14:44

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview David J. Gomez, candidate for County Commissioner (District D). They discuss breaking up the one-party system, taxes, education and David's plan to make specialized health care more available to the community. Don't miss this delightful episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our web…

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Special Guest: Patricia Brinkley, Candidate for Nevada State Senate (District 1) 14:59

3M ago14:59

14:59

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Patricia Brinkley, candidate for Nevada State Senate (District 1). They discuss our veterans, infrastructure, public safety and rebuilding law enforcement after the “defund the police" movement. Don't miss this comprehensive episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.…

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Special Guest: Judge Paul Gaudet, for Family Court (Department N) 14:48

4M ago14:48

14:48

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Judge Paul Gaudet, candidate to retain his judicial appointment to Family Court (Department N). They discuss child support and the Judge's handling of sensitive cases involving family disputes. Don't miss this relevant episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.willia…

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Special Guest: Frank Friends, Candidate for CCSD Board Trustee (District C) 14:51

3M ago14:51

14:51

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview candidate for CCSD Board Trustee, District 12, Frank Friends. They discuss gun control, inappropriate books in school libraries, and Frank's plan to make the school Board more accessible to parents. Don't miss this encouraging episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at ww…

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Special Guest: Dr. Jonathan Maxham, Candidate for Regent State University (District 12) 14:22

3M ago14:22

14:22

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Dr. Jonathan Maxham, candidate for Regent State University, District 12. They discuss the education system, Biden's plan to have taxpayers cover student loans, and Dr. Max's plan to enforce leadership accountability. Don't miss this substantive episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to…

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Special Guest: Eva Sara Landau, TPAction Latinos Coalition of Nevada 14:46

4M ago14:46

14:46

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview TPAction's Nevada chairwoman for their Latinos Coalition, Eva Sara Landau. They discuss illegal immigration, voter registration, and the movement toward more racial diversity in the Republican party. Don't miss this important episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www…

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Crisis at Columbia: A Conversation with Jelani Cobb 26:00

4M ago26:00

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Jelani Cobb is the Dean of the Columbia Journalism School. He is also a staff writer at the New Yorker magazine. For much of the past few weeks, he has been enmeshed in Columbia University’s efforts to grapple with a protest movement on campus over the war in Gaza – one that culminated in the takeover of a building, and finally, on Tuesday, April 3…

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Special Guest: Jim Marchant, Candidate for U.S. Senate (Nevada) 14:52

4M ago14:52

14:52

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview candidate for U.S. Senate Jim Marchant. They discuss the economy, school choice and the border, as well as Jim's experience with working with the "other side." Don't miss this inspiring episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Credit: God's C…

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Special Guest: Melissa Lynn Spence, Candidate for Assembly (District 15) 14:36

4M ago14:36

14:36

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Melissa Lynn Spence, Candidate for Assembly District 15. They discuss Melissa's plan for "Tax-Free Weeks," voter ID and Democrat vs. Republican ideals. Don't miss this enlightening episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Credit: God's Countr…

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Special Guest: Guadalupe Reyes, Candidate for State Assembly (District 41) 14:08

4M ago14:08

14:08

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview candidate for State Assembly, District 41, Guadalupe Reyes. They discuss the economy, education and our 2nd amendment protections. Don't miss this informative episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Credit: God's Country (Acoustic) Blake She…

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Special Guest: Amy Wood of TPAction 14:24

4M ago14:24

14:24

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Amy Wood of Charlie Kirk's TPAction. They discuss how TPAction is helping conservative Nevadans connect through their various coalitions, as well as how YOU can get involved with this outstanding organization! Don't miss this fun and motivating episode! Amy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurse_amy…

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Special Guest: Drew Johnson, Candidate for Congress (District 3) 14:13

4M ago14:13

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In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview congressional candidate Drew Johnson. They discuss the persecution of Jewish students at universities across the nation, the first amendment, school choice and the border. Don't miss this thought-provoking episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. …

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'Inside Wagner': Video journalism unmasks Russia’s secretive mercenary group 41:02

4M ago41:02

41:02

This week, host Josh Hersh dives into the world of documentary news. Amel Guettatfi and Julia Steers just won the Polk Award for Inside Wagner, their hourlong Vice News documentary on the Wagner Group—Vladimir Putin’s private army of militiamen. They discuss their unprecedented access to a military training operation in the Central African Republic…

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Special Guest: Jeffrey Lustick, Candidate for Assembly (District 11) 14:52

4M ago14:52

14:52

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview candidate for state assembly, Jeffrey Lustick. They discuss the Nevada homeless problem, Jeffrey's plan to implement a future Nevada oil refinery, the economy, government accountability, and Jackson (Jeffrey's beloved service dog). Don't miss this entertaining episode! If you are not yet registered to vot…

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Special Guest: Barry Lindemann, Candidate for U.S. Senate (Nevada) 14:58

4M ago14:58

14:58

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview candidate for U.S. Senate, Barry Lindemann. They discuss the Nevada water problem, immigration, jobs and the economy. Don't miss this illuminating episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at www.williamsfornv.com. Song Credit: God's Country (Acoustic) Blake Shelton God's C…

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Special Guest: Rachel Puaina, Candidate for CCSD Board Trustee (District A) 14:23

4M ago14:23

14:23

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Clark County schoolteacher, Rachel Puaina, who is running for CCSD Board Trustee in District A. They discuss the education system in Clark County, including issues that affect students, as well as the teachers. Don't miss this exciting episode! If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our webs…

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Special Guest: Col. Mark Robertson, Candidate for U.S. House (Nevada, District 1) 14:16

4M ago14:16

14:16

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Col. Mark Robertson, Candidate for the United States House of Representatives for the state of Nevada, District 1. They discuss the education system, illegal immigration, Donald Trump and the colonel's military career, as well as a host of other issues that affect Nevadans. Don't miss this riveting episod…

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Special Guest: Michael Boris, Candidate for U.S. House (Nevada, District 1) 13:47

4M ago13:47

13:47

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Michael Boris, Candidate for the United States House of Representatives for the state of Nevada, District 1. They discuss the education system, illegal immigration, voter ID and Michael's stand-up comedy career, as well as a host of other issues that affect Nevadans. Don't miss this riveting episode! If y…

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Special Guest: Helen Oseguera, Candidate Development Committee Chair (CCRP) 14:52

5M ago14:52

14:52

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha interview Helen Oseguera, Chair of the Candidate Development Committee for the Clark County Republican Party. They discuss how Helen and her team prepare candidates for their campaigns, as well as volunteer work and Voter ID initiatives. If you are not yet registered to vote, you can go to our website at Yadusha4nv…

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Josh Fine: How to Revive Investigative Sports Reporting in the Age of the Athlete 38:42

5M ago38:42

38:42

In recent years, numerous beloved sports news institutions have been shut down, or dramatically reduced their operations, while digital shows hosted by professional sportspeople, current and retired, have become ubiquitous, Meanwhile, traditional sports journalism—particularly of the type that asks uncomfortable questions of what is, ultimately, a …

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It's Almost May 25th - Are You Registered to Vote? 13:30

5M ago13:30

13:30

In this episode, Anne and Yadusha discuss more of Yadusha's "Key Point" objectives, including education, infrastructure and helping small businesses. They also discuss the importance of registering to vote and voting early. Don't miss a moment of what Yadusha has to say about her plans to improve the lives of those living in District 29! If you are…

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