Best Michael Pryor Podcasts (2024)

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‘Our safety net really has started to fray’: Darlene Allen on what’s behind growing child fatalities in Rhode Island 13:54

7h ago13:54

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The Rhode Island Coalition for Children and Families recently sounded an alarm about a growing number of deaths and near deaths involving young children. The coalition is calling on Gov. Dan McKee and state lawmakers to take action to address the crisis. This situation has quietly developed over years and a number of different factors are responsib…

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Australia – yeah, nah 33:22

17h ago33:22

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This wide brown land can make it hard to tell truth from fiction. Just ask Burke and Wills. Your hosts, as usual, are Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff.By Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff

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RI Housing Secretary Stefan Pryor on local pushback, how long progress will take, and whether it should move faster 3:39

7d ago3:39

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The median price of a single-family home in Rhode Island was $440,000 in February, an almost 15% increase from a year earlier. The high cost of housing leaves many people on the outside of home ownership, looking in, squeezing out those with less money. So what will it take for the state to make more progress, and how long? This week, Ian Donnis go…

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United Way’s Cortney Nicolato on what it takes to make progress on housing, racial equity and more 3:42

14d ago3:42

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Cortney Nicolato became president and CEO of United Way of Rhode Island in 2018. It was a homecoming for the Pawtucket native and URI grad who had worked in the nonprofit sector in Texas for the previous 13 years. Nicolato took the helm of one of Rhode Island’s top nonprofits in the run-up to the pandemic. She helped introduce 401Gives, now Rhode I…

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Medicine – kill or cure or a bit of both 37:12

15d ago37:12

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Two out of three of the stories we present to each other are true. One isn’t. Only take as prescribed and always consult your doctor if in doubt. Your hosts, as usual, are Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff.By Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff

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State Rep. Jennifer Stewart on housing, improving schools, Washington Bridge & more 3:47

21d ago3:47

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Stewart is one of a number of progressive lawmakers who have joined the legislature over the last decade, moving the General Assembly a bit more to the left. But Rhode Island still faces familiar challenges in building a stronger economy and improving public schools. What will it take to make more progress? And do progressive lawmakers have the vis…

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Ken Block on disproving 2020 election fraud — and how to improve American elections 3:47

28d ago3:47

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Ken Block was surprised to get a phone call from an unfamiliar number one day after the 2020 election. It was a lawyer for Donald Trump’s campaign, and he wanted to know if Block would search for evidence of fraud in the election. Block ran as a third party candidate for governor in 2010 and as a Republican in 2014. But he’s also an expert in datab…

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History – the past and whatever’s in it 33:26

29d ago33:26

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Tall tales and true from the past, but which is which? Bogus or believable? Fake or fact? You decide and we'll tell you! Your hosts, as usual, are Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff.By Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff

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Andy Haldane on the economy 40:59

1M ago40:59

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This week David is joined by former Bank of England Chief economist and now chief executive of the Royal Society for Arts, Andy Haldane and Simon French, Managing Director and Head of Research at Panmure Gordon. Between them they discuss the state of the economy, the latest GDP figures, whether the latest budget will do anything for growth and what…

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Providence Mayor Brett Smiley on Washington Bridge, tax deals, city schools and more 3:47

1M ago3:47

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Under-performing schools and an underfunded pension plan pose persistent challenges in Providence. And now the capital city — along with East Providence — has been most hard-hit by fallout from the closing of the Washington Bridge. Providence is the business, political and cultural capital for the state. But it faces some of the same hurdles as oth…

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Science – the best way of knowing things 30:26

1M ago30:26

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The history of Science includes lots of stories that are implausible, so a ludicrously false anecdote might be hard to detect, right? Try and guess anyway! Your hosts are Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff.By Michael Pryor and George Ivanoff

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AP reporter Michelle Smith on Middletown native Michael Flynn’s role as an evangelist for Christian nationalism 3:47

2M ago3:47

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The military career of Middletown native Michael Flynn hit a high point when he was named as Donald Trump’s national security adviser in 2016. But Flynn resigned after being in the role for just a few weeks, and he’s better known now as a leader of Christian nationalist movement. The Christian right embraces Trump, and according to Politico, an inf…

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Spring Budget 2024 26:40

2M ago26:40

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In this special episode of the Money podcast, David and Michael are joined by Simon French, Managing Director, Head of Research at Panmure Gordon, to discuss what might be the last fiscal event before a general election. Did the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, blow the budget or did he manage to pull a rabbit out of the hat?…

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How to invest in Cryptocurrency 30:44

2M ago30:44

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This week David & Michael speak to Keld van Schreven of KR1, Europe's leading digital asset investment company focused on decentralised and open-source blockchain networks. They discuss the recent surge in cryptocurrency, and what exactly is bitcoin and the blockchain network it sits on.By Global

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RI House GOP Leader Mike Chippendale on the Washington Bridge, McKee’s budget, immigration & more 3:43

2M ago3:43

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As it stands, the GOP holds just 14 of 113 seats in the General Assembly, and the last Republican to become governor was Don Carcieri back in 2006. Can the local GOP increase its appeal to Rhode Islanders? Do Republicans have a better approach for getting to the bottom of what went wrong with the bridge? And can they spell out what they would cut t…

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U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse on the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the economy and presidential politics 3:43

2M ago3:43

3:43

The global scene is marked by violence and uncertainty, with wars in Israel and Ukraine. Closer to home, many Americans are dissatisfied with their choices amid a likely showdown between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. Congress remains sharply divided, and paralysis prevails on issues like immigration. Many Americans feel jit…

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The Business of Energy 33:28

2M ago33:28

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This week David and Michael are joined by Carol Bell, former Managing Director of the Global Oil & Gas Group at the Chase Manhattan Bank, former board member at the Development bank of Wales, Director at the Football association of Wales, and a professional analyst in the Energy sector, an advocate of net zero. How can net zero and business work to…

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State Rep. June Speakman on Washington Bridge, the fight for affordable housing, and a political scientist’s view on 2024 3:42

2M ago3:42

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Rhode Island Department of Transportation Director Peter Alviti faced four hours of questions during a legislative Oversight hearing earlier this week. But after it was over, some key questions remained unanswered — including how the westbound Washington Bridge passed an inspection last summer and is now considered so damaged that it may need to be…

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A screeching U-turn on the road to net zero 28:08

2M ago28:08

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David & Michael speak to Robert Lea, the industrial editor at The Times, who has been a financial and business journalist for the past three decades. As we head towards a general election, and a likely change of government, Labour makes a U-turn on its £28bn green pledge, so what now for the UK's industrial strategy and climate credentials in the w…

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RI Senate Majority Leader Ryan Pearson on Washington Bridge, McKee’s budget, RIPTA and more 3:47

3M ago3:47

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Legislative Oversight committees plan to hold a joint hearing Monday to examine the crisis involving the Washington Bridge. For now, motorists continue to wrestle with congested traffic at peak times and the ripple effect sometimes extends beyond Interstate 195 into the streets of Providence, East Providence and other communities. If the westbound …

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Rain Newton-Smith 34:15

3M ago34:15

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David & Michael speak to the Director General of the Confederation of British Industry, Rain Newton-Smith, and they discuss why she decided to re-join the CBI, and has handled the recent crisis that the organisation has been through and how they attract all the brands that suspended their connection with the CBI to return. Also what does she want f…

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Black Lives Matter RI PAC President Harrison Tuttle on police accountability, Washington Bridge, and equity in cannabis 3:50

3M ago3:50

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Conservative activists and academics in some states are attacking efforts to promote diversity, equity and inclusion. Here in Rhode Island, the Providence City Council and General Assembly reflect the makeup of the state much more so than they did 15 years ago. And the two largest police departments here, Providence police and the State Police, are…

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World market update 35:38

3M ago35:38

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This week David & Michael are joined by Helen Thomas, CEO of Blondemoney.co.uk and they focus on a wide range of global issues including China, Africa and America, with a focus on how the US election will affect the markets through 2024.By Global

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RI GOP National Committeewoman Sue Cienki on Trump’s wins, the stakes for 2024, and what’s next for Rhode Island Republicans 3:48

3M ago3:48

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Ian Donnis: Welcome back to The Public’s Radio. Sue Cienki: Thank you for having me. Ian Donnis: We’re going to talk about Donald Trump, the presidential race and the outlook for Rhode Island Republicans. But I want to start with some news from this week. The Rhode Island ethics commission dismissed a complaint filed by your successor as state GOP …

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Xmas retail results 33:36

3M ago33:36

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This week David & Michael are joined by retail expert Neil Saunders and it's a deep dive into the December retail figures to see who were the winners and losers in the Christmas sales market.By Global

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RIPEC’s Michael DiBiase on RI’s tougher budget climate – and the fallout for schools, housing, healthcare and transportation 3:47

3M ago3:47

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So how can the state make crucial investments in healthcare, education and housing with less money? And what does the state need to do to be more economically competitive? I’m Ian Donnis and this week I’m going in depth with president and CEO of the Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council, Michael DiBiase. TRANSCRIPT: Ian Donnis: Governor McKee use…

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The Housing market with Henry Pryor 32:18

3M ago32:18

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This week David & Michael are joined by housing expert Henry Pryor and they discuss the current housing situation with a focus on the current interest rates and how they are impacting the housing market right now, are mortgages now easier to come by, and what are the predictions for house prices this year?…

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Former RI Rep. Claudine Schneider on Trump getting knocked off the Colorado ballot, what’s next for the GOP, and women in politics 3:47

3M ago3:47

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Whether the decision blocking Trump from the ballot stands will be decided by the U.S. Supreme Court, as part of a high-stakes election year. Why does Schneider think courts, and not voters, should decide this issue? What does she make of how the Republican Party has dramatically changed since she served as a GOP lawmaker during the Reagan era? And…

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What's in financial PR? 26:09

4M ago26:09

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This week David & Michael speak to Steffan Williams, founder & partner of williamsnicolson - a strategic communications and change management consultancy about PR in the financial industry. They discuss the change in financial PR, and the strategy of maintaining a reputation in the face of social media and a modern internet. What is a the role of f…

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State Sen. Jake Bissaillon on General Assembly hot topics, R.I. economy, and reducing RI’s ‘brain drain’ 3:44

4M ago3:44

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Jake Bissaillon won a special election last year to fill the vacancy created by the death of Senate Majority Whip Maryellen Goodwin. Bissaillon cut his political teeth as a student organizer for Barack Obama at Providence College in 2008, and he later worked as chief of staff for the Providence City Council and for state Senate President Dominick R…

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2024 predictions. 30:43

4M ago30:43

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As Christmas & New Year's Eve disappear into the background, David & Michael are joined by Panmure Gordon's Simon French for a look at 2024. What is likely to happen to inflation, interest rates, equities and bond markets in the next year?By Global

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Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg Amore on voting, state archives, and the traffic this week in East Providence 3:49

4M ago3:49

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RI Secretary of State Gregg Amore Ian Donnis: Welcome back to the Public’s Radio. Gregg Amore: Thank you. Ian Donnis: In addition to being Secretary of State, you are a resident of East Providence who commutes to your job at the Statehouse. What has your experience been like with the nightmare this week of traffic caused by the partial closing of t…

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Apocryphal Australia Episode 20 35:36

4M ago35:36

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The last episode of Season 2 features: The Master Criminal – a shadowy figure. Barry McKeon – the antipodean Shakesperean. Kenneth Miller – so be it. Manfred Chilbaster – the mysterious calligraphist. Harriet Golongly – speed queen, daredevil, stuntwoman. The Tiny Desert – so sandy, so small.By Michael Pryor and Stephen Higgins

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Lord Michael Spencer 36:53

5M ago36:53

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On the show this week businessman and philanthropist, Lord Michael Spencer joins Michael & David to discuss the state of business in the UK and how and what the government can do to improve the business landscape. Also, when will the next general election get called? Find out why it won't be the spring!…

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R.I. Senate GOP Leader Jessica de la Cruz on how RI Republicans can gain ground, whether Trump is holding them back, and the war in Israel 3:43

5M ago3:43

3:43

Jessica de la Cruz is one of the most high-profile Republicans in the state and she’s flirted with the idea of running for higher office. But the landscape for Republicans is pretty bleak here. The last Republican governor to win office was Don Carcieri in 2006. A GOP candidate has not won any of the four other state general offices since 1994. And…

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Stocks & Shares focus with Russ Mould 38:28

5M ago38:28

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This week David & Michael are joined by Russ Mould, Investment Director of AJ Bell for a deep dive into equities and the current state of the stock market. A fascinating discussion covering the FTSE, US Markets, Gold and just about everything else you need to consider when investing.By Global

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Apocryphal Australia Episode 19 38:51

5M ago38:51

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You simply won't believe it when you hear about: Bob Chapman – good intentions gone astray. George's Variety Extravaganza – that’s showbiz! The Napalm Tests – disaster averted. Inner Empowerment Training – mime your way to success? The Great Apple Nomenclature Scandal – core values. Cicely Marzipan – the profit prophet.…

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Is AI healing or destructive? 37:20

5M ago37:20

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This week, Michael & David are joined by Ajaz Ahmed, founder of design agency AKQA whose impressive CV includes business from the likes of Nike, Virgin and BMW in the early years. 30 Years later, Ajaz employs over 7,000 professionals across 24 countries. They discuss how you run a design agency in a modern world.…

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Autumn statement analysis 31:41

5M ago31:41

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In this special episode there is full analysis of Jeremy Hunt's autumn statement with leading economist Dr. Gerard Lyons. Was the budget an election giveaway, has it let down the average voter, and has the this autumn statement paved the way for something bigger in the spring budget? Find out more on Dr Gerard Lyons at the website https://drgerardl…

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M&S Chairman Archie Norman 35:58

5M ago35:58

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This week David & Michael chat to Archie Norman, chairman of M&S, and they discuss retail, Christmas ads, the surge in shoplifting and the consequences of being refused the redevelopment of their Oxford street store.By Global

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Marc Crisafulli on what’s next in the I-195 District, RI’s development climate, and the ubiquity of gambling 3:46

5M ago3:46

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The I-195 District now includes new housing, a Trader Joe’s, and the Wexford Science and Technology building. But realizing the initial vision of sparking innovation and more high-wage jobs has been a challenge. It’s not any easier now in the climate of inflation and high interest rates. So can Crisafulli foster more progress while approaching his …

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Apocryphal Australia Episode 18 32:55

5M ago32:55

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For your enjoyment, we bring to you: The Warragul – ahead of its time? Peter Spanaker – eyes right. The Hanging Gardens of Dandenong – extravagant and romantic. Ambrose Quamby – The Man With One Face That No One Could Remember. Rick Heezel – hipster, shyster, fraudster. The Whirly – dance ‘til you drop.…

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Home care revolution 32:12

5M ago32:12

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In this MONEY special, David & Michael speak to Max Parmentier, CEO of Birdie, a home care management software that enables home care agencies to digitise their care processes. Discover why Max was inspired by his grandfather's last days in a care home to revolutionise the home care industry thanks to the use of innovative technology.…

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Crypto catch-up 34:05

6M ago34:05

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This week David & Michael catch up with Jonny Fry from Team Blockchain for the latest in the crypto markets including the recent demise of FTX and Sam Bankman-Fried, real world uses for cryptocurrencies and the latest in regulation.By Global

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Political Roundtable: Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies on RI’s economy, how to reduce poverty, and the next General Assembly session 3:44

6M ago3:44

3:44

Rhode Island’s unemployment rate is at a historic low. But that doesn’t come close to telling the whole picture about the state’s economy. Lots of Rhode Islanders are struggling to get by. The situation is exacerbated by inflation, the high cost of housing, and the state’s absence of new engines of job growth. These challenges are familiar to the s…

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Investing in the future 34:14

6M ago34:14

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This week David & Michael speak to Charlie Newsome, Director at Investec Wealth & Investment, to discuss the outlook for investors. Is cash king for savers again, while interest rates remain higher for longer, or is the bear market about to bottom out and give hope to investors? How might equity markets fare over the long-term despite a possible re…

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Gabe Amo on his run in CD1, the war in Israel, and Biden’s less than stellar approval rating 3:47

6M ago3:47

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Amo is the favorite since the district is overwhelmingly Democratic. The son of African immigrants, Amo grew up in Pawtucket and he’s worked for years as a political staffer in Rhode Island and at the White House. What would it mean to him to become the first person of color elected to Congress from Rhode Island? What does he make of the violence i…

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Apocryphal Australia Episode 17 38:43

6M ago38:43

38:43

What a treasure trove of tales! Charles O’Rourke and Finbar Agarn – wayward explorers. Robert Less – inimitable neologist. Edward Gilby – sidelined aviator. The Tantgallanka Drive-In – in car New Wave. Stan Wollack – artificial additives to the rescue. Zoltan Feshfeshfesh – marsupial cheese, anyone?By Michael Pryor and Stephen Higgins

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Can the UK avoid a full blackout this winter? 31:03

6M ago31:03

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The clocks have gone back and winter is fast approaching but despite calls for the Government to cut carbon emissions and hit net zero, the man running Britain’s gas network says the country will need fossil fuels to prevent blackouts for decades to come. David & Michael are joined by Jon Butterworth, the Chief Executive Officer at National Gas.…

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CD1 Republican candidate Gerry Leonard on his campaign, the war in Israel, and disarray in the U.S. House 3:47

6M ago3:47

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As a 30-year veteran of the Marines who left with the rank of colonel, Leonard says he has the judgment and leadership to ably represent Rhode Islanders in the First Congressional District. But can he overcome the challenge of running as a Republican in a heavily Democratic district? What does Leonard think of the rightward direction of the GOP in …

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