More than fifty years after the Civil Rights movement and nearly 160 years after the Civil War, racial tension in the country is at an all-time high. Riots, police reform, and racial equity are all topics of national debate. Syndicated columnist and author of four books analyzing government impact on poverty in our urban communities, Star Parker, delves deep into national issues that impact America’s most distressed communities and the power and political will needed to fix them. This is a p ...
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Climate change is upon us. Fires, droughts, hurricanes, sea level rise, and melting ice caps are all part of our new normal. But something else is happening as well. Scientists, innovators, organizations, cities, companies, and citizens are taking action, making progress, and finding solutions. Climate Break brings you stories of climate progress and interviews with climate innovators from California and around the world, in under 2 minutes. Our solution-oriented, radio-ready shows are produ ...
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Adapting Coffee Production for Climate Resilience, with Catherine Kiwuka
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The Environmental Impacts of Coffee Production For most of us, coffee is a part of our daily lives. 62% of Americans drink coffee every day, with 7 in 10 drinking coffee every week. In 2024, the coffee market amounted to over $86.7 billion in gross revenue, with numbers only predicted to rise. Americans consume over 400 million cups of coffee each …
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Safeguarding America: A Journey Through Law Enforcement and Regulation
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In this episode of CURE America with Star Parker we begin by commemorating National Police Week at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, D.C. emphasizing the significance of this event, which honors police officers who have lost their lives in the line of duty and those currently serving across our nation. The memorial stand…
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Improving Lithium-Ion Batteries: the Magnesium Solution
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Lithium Ion Batteries Lithium ion batteries are a popular type of rechargeable battery, used in a variety of devices from laptops and cell phones to hybrid and electric vehicles. Lithium ion batteries have grown in use due to their light weight, high energy density, and ability to recharge. While these batteries are used to store electricity and, t…
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Alleviating Urban Heat Traps, with Jeff Goodell
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What Does Extreme Heat Do? Since the pre-industrialized era, the global temperature has increased by about one degree Celsius. Although one degree may not seem significant, the consequences are increases in the intensity of heatwaves and drier conditions. In addition, in dense urban settings buildings trap and absorb this heat and cause even a high…
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In this episode, we start by discussing the ongoing war between Israel and Hamas. We highlight Hamas' strategy of using human shields, leading to civilian casualties, and the enormous efforts being made by the Israeli government to minimize these casualties. We also explore the role of the Biden administration in the conflict and the importance of …
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Woke Virus Alert: Why Some Students Are Supporting Hamas Over Israel
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Join CURE America with Star Parker as she delves into the pressing issues facing American university campuses and Washington, DC. From the influence of lobbying on universities to the protests against our friend Israel, Star and her panel of guests dissect the latest developments. In this episode, we are joined by Christian Adams, President, and Ge…
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Rerun: Corporate Lobbying as an Ally in the Fight Against Climate Change
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Editorial Note The interview for this episode was recorded in June 2021. The basic point of the episode remains relevant, but the mentioned campaign is no longer active. ClimateVoice’s current campaign is Escape the Chamber, which calls on companies to leave the US Chamber of Commerce and to speak up and lead on climate policy at local, state, and …
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Converting Food Waste into Energy Through Anaerobic Digestion, with Brett Reinford
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If you’ve ever been near a farm with livestock, you might agree that farm odors can be carried far from the farm itself. Farms often face criticism from nearby residents over the offensive odor of manure. While manure is an unavoidable part of raising livestock, there is one technological innovation that can remove the smell from manure. Anaerobic …
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Rooting Out Antisemitism in American Universities
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This week on CURE America with Star Parker, we delve into the critical issues affecting our country and the world, and how the decisions made in Washington D.C. impact it all. We discuss the recent legislative activities, including the National Security Act of 2024 bill - that has been passed through the House and Senate and signed by the President…
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E-Mobilization and Renewable Energy in Kenya, with Daniel Ngumy
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Renewables and E-mobility E-mobility, the use of electric powertrain technologies in-vehicle transformation, allows for the use of electricity to enable the electric propulsion of various forms of transportation. Powertrain technologies refer to full electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles, which can be less carbon-intensive than conventional diesel c…
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Illegals at the Ballot Box: What You Need to Know
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This week on CURE America with Star Parker we bring you a one-on-one candid conversation, with Tirzah Duren, the Vice President of Policy and Research at the American Research Institute, providing invaluable insights into the intricate dynamics of inflation. Her expertise sheds light on the correlation between rising minimum wages across the board …
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Designing Road Infrastructure to Promote Active Mobility, with Lina Lopez
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Zero-Emission Transport Electric vehicles and other transportation-based climate solutions have made a big splash in recent years, and for good reason – transportation accounts for about a fourth of global carbon dioxide emissions. In the U.S, it’s the economic sector with the single largest contribution to greenhouse gas emissions. With such a lar…
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Israel's Triumph: Crushing Hamas, Confronting Iran
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Amidst the backdrop of escalating tensions in the war between Hamas and Israel an imminent attack from Iran may be eclipsing that conflict. Buckle up for a gripping episode of CURE America with Star Parker. Joining her are a team of distinguished experts: Daniel Flesch, Foreign Policy, Public Affairs & Strategic Communications; Rich Manning, Presid…
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Rerun: Cool surfaces: Reflecting heat and reducing emissions, with Ronnen Levinson
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What is a cool surface? Cool surfaces are roofs, walls, or pavements that are generally light-colored and highly reflective. When sunlight hits a white surface, its rays bounce off the surface rather than being absorbed, and are reflected back into space. Darker surfaces tend to absorb sunlight, trapping heat. Cool surfaces release this heat back i…
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Fiscal Flare: Exposing the LGBT Curriculum
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This week on CURE America with Star Parker, tune in for a captivating one-on-one interview with Tom Schatz from Citizens Against Government Waste. Join Star as she leads the conversation, delving deep into a wide range of pressing topics facing America today. From government shutdowns and concerns about government overreach to Easter celebrations a…
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Using Climate Journalism to Connect Weather Events and Climate, with Jonathan Vigliotti
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Staying Educated About Climate Change As climate change intensifies, the heightened frequency of natural disaster weather-related events is quickly becoming the new reality. Whether it be prolonged wildfire seasons in Northern California or destructive hurricanes off the Florida coast, citizens across the country are beginning to bear the burden of…
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Advancing Sustainable Steel Production, with Adam Rauwerdink
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Steel Production Globally, 1.9 billion metric tons of crude steel were produced in 2022. Over the past 15 years, the global demand for steel production has nearly doubled, as this versatile product can be found in nearly all modern infrastructure such as buildings, ships, vehicles, machines, and appliances. Conventionally, steel is made from iron o…
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Holy Week Reflections: Star Parker's Journey
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Welcome to CURE America with Star Parker. This week, we bring you a powerful personal story of Star Parker and an incredibly inspiring speech she delivered at Liberty University. Addressing thousands of students, her words serve as a guide for a righteous life. Star recounts her journey from crime to advocating biblical values, denouncing abortion,…
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Tracking Emissions with Remote Sensing, with Gavin McCormick
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The Need to Accurately Quantify Emissions As we begin to come to terms with the reality of the fossil fuel industry’s role in climate change, many policymakers are looking towards market-based mechanisms to curb the level of emissions released by harmful polluters. Market-based mechanisms include taxing pollution directly (through a carbon tax) or …
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Join Star Parker this week on "CURE America with Star Parker" for insightful conversations with guests dedicated to upholding principles of limited government and fiscal responsibility in the United States. Star sits down with Richard Manning, President of Americans for Limited Government, and Marty Dannenfelser, Vice President for Government Relat…
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Rerun: Tackling the Plastic Crisis, with Martin Bourque
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What is plastic? Plastic is a material derived primarily from carbon-based sources like natural gas, oil, and even plants. It is created by treating these organic materials with heat and catalysts to form various polymers. Producing plastic is energy-intensive, often relying on the combustion of fossil fuels such as coal and natural gas, both for p…
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WPATH and its Horrific Impact on Our Children
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This week on "Cure America with Star Parker," Jonathan Alexandre steps up as the show's host while Star is away. Join us as Jonathan guides the conversation through critical discussions, insightful interviews, and an exploration of Capitol Hill, addressing key issues that shape our nation. We will explore resource allocation and set the stage for t…
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Calculating Threats from Rising Temperatures Using Heat Indexing, with Professor David Romps
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Extreme Heat: More Dangerous Than We Think? Extreme heat, one of the adverse consequences of climate change, exacerbates drought, damages agriculture, and profoundly impacts human health. Heat is the top weather-related killer in the United States, contributing to deaths that arise from heart attacks, strokes, and other cardiovascular diseases. As …
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Welcome to "CURE America with Star Parker," where insightful discussions and thought-provoking conversations take center stage at the headquarters of AEI - American Enterprise Institute. In this exclusive show, hosted by Star Parker, President of the Center for Urban Renewal and Education (CURE), delves into the pressing issues facing black America…
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Bidirectional Charging: Vehicles as a Portable Battery, with Ellie Cohen
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Renewable Energy is The Future California is no stranger to power outages. In 2019, for example, over 25,000 blackout events were recorded across the state, leaving homeowners and businesses without electricity. In recent years, most blackouts are the result of wildfire, wildfire risk (leading to utility shutdowns), and extreme heat (leading to hig…
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CURE America with Star Parker flew with the media team to Nashville, Tennessee, to attend the 80th anniversary of NRB. In this special episode marking the milestone of the NRB convention, we delve into the heart of contemporary issues and triumphs within the Christian community, where the word on everyone's lips is Israel. The show commences with J…
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Pedaling Towards A Sustainable Future, with Manuel de Araujo
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Increasing Sustainable Modes of Transportation In 2022, global emissions from transportation reached nearly 8 gigatons of carbon. To achieve the Net Zero Scenario, transportation emissions need to drop by nearly 25% by 2030. Within the Global South, auto-centric planning, transport authorities’ structures, and alternatives to cars and buses are som…
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Making Electric Heating Accessible and Affordable for Low-Income Residents, with Sarah Moskowitz
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Electric Heat: A Hot Topic in Chicago In cold winter months, many people have to rely on fossil gas to heat their homes and power cookstoves. Yet all-electric appliances, including heat pumps to heat homes, are quickly becoming a cheaper alternative over the long term, though they often entail higher upfront costs compared to gas appliances. In Chi…
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Restoring Urban Waterways to Create Climate Resiliency, with Nick Wesley
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What’s interesting about urban rivers? Urban rivers play many important roles in our cities. They maintain the health of coastal and estuarine ecosystems and they are part of larger catchment ecosystems that are nested within wider, interconnected systems. Urban rivers are also essential to the quality of our drinking water, playing central roles i…
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“CURE America with Star Parker” commenced with a captivating exploration of the Middle East, featuring a one-on-one dialogue with Dan Raviv. Raviv shared keen insights into the evolving dynamics in Israel, delving into historical nuances and regional complexities. The spotlight then shifted to Daniel Flesch, a seasoned expert in Foreign Policy, off…
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Solar Power on Farms Many farmers, ranchers, and landowners are beginning to consider using their farmland not just for agricultural purposes, but for solar power as well. This combination of agriculture and solar is known as agrivoltaics, which offers an innovative approach to land management particularly in arid regions of the world. Solar panels…
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This week our Jonathan Alexandre hosts "Cure America with Star Parker," he engages in insightful conversations as he sits down with T.W. Shannon, the youngest speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives and Vice Chairman of the Board of CURE. Gain a personal perspective as discussions touch on the ongoing border crisis, the upcoming presidenti…
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Abortion Reality Unveiled: Myths Demystified
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Welcome to CURE America with Star Parker! In this week's episode, we explore the world of pro-life activism and advocacy with our exclusive interview featuring Patrina Mosley, the Founder and Principal of PPM Consulting. Patrina's journey, influenced by an impactful documentary on Eugenics, led her to a profound commitment to pro-life activism, ens…
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Reducing Plastic Pollution with Bioplastics, with Raegan Kelly
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Decreasing society’s reliance on single-use plastics The use of plastic has major environmental, social, and health consequences. Across the globe, one million plastic bottles are purchased every minute, with over half of the plastic produced worldwide being thrown away after one use. Upon disposal, plastics are often left in landfills where they c…
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This week on "CURE America with Star Parker," get ready for a candid discussion with Congressman Ralph Norman, a powerhouse from South Carolina's 5th district, and Senator Ron Johnson hailing from Wisconsin. Brace yourselves for a raw take on the border chaos, where both guests point fingers at the Biden administration for dismantling a system that…
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RERUN: The Clean Energy Potential of Nuclear Fusion, with Annie Kritcher
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What is nuclear fusion? Nuclear fusion produces energy by fusing atoms together. Atomic cores (nuclei) merge together to form a heavier—though unstable—nucleus, releasing mass to regain stability. This mass release corresponds to an energy release, given Einstein’s equation E=mc2, which says in part that mass and energy can be converted into each o…
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Educating Kids about Climate Change through Musical Storytelling
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Climate Education for Youth Climate education has the potential to drive the public towards climate science literacy, an individual’s understanding of their influence on climate and climate’s influence on them and society. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, a climate-literate person: understands the essential principl…
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Welcome to 'CURE America with Star Parker'! In our first episode of 2024, we reflect on the pivotal events of 2023 that are reshaping our nation. This week, we are honored to have our regular panelists Richard Manning, President of Americans for Limited Government, and Jonathan Alexandre, Senior Counsel at Liberty Counsel Action. Tune in as we delv…
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Rerun: Sequestering Carbon using Compost and Grasslands, with Whendee Silver
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Carbon Sequestration Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing and storing atmospheric carbon dioxide to slow the pace of climate change. There are two major types of carbon sequestration: geologic and biologic. Geological carbon sequestration injects carbon dioxide captured from an industrial or energy-related source into underground geolog…
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Rerun: Recharging Aquifers with Flood Waters, with Daniel Swain
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Climate change is increasing flood risk worldwide. Climate change is intensifying flood risk around the world, with potentially devastating consequences for communities and infrastructure. As the planet gets hotter, the atmosphere's capacity to hold water vapor increases, leading to more frequent and intense precipitation events in certain regions.…
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Rerun: Using Groundwater to Heat and Cool Buildings
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What is the GeoGrid? The Geo Grid is a network of heating pumps that harnesses the geothermal energy stored under the Earth’s surface to heat and cool buildings. It operates through a network of pipes that go deep into the ground and connect houses to each other. These pipes are filled with water, which brings the constant underground temperature u…
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Balancing the Grid: California's Shift to Renewable Energy Sources
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How does transitioning to renewable energy challenge the electric grid? As of 2022, renewable and non-greenhouse gas emitting sources accounted for 52% of California's in-state electricity generation with the remaining 48% fueled by natural gas. Legislation passed in 2018 mandates that the state must reach at least 60% renewable energy by 2030 whic…
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In this compelling episode of "CURE America with Star Parker," Jonathan Alexandre, Senior Counsel for Liberty Council Action, doesn't just explore the value of life; he navigates through recent events that underscore why our fight for the unborn is crucial. Drawing from contemporary examples, he illuminates the significance of standing up for life.…
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Hip Hop 4 Change: Using Art Activism to Combat Climate Change
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What are Art and Music Activism? Art activism refers to the use of artistic expression and creative endeavors to advocate for and educate others on social, political, environmental, or cultural issues. This form of activism employs the creative power of art as a medium to move us emotionally, raise awareness of certain issues, and provoke thought. …
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Welcome to "CURE America with Star Parker"! In this episode, we feature T.W. Shannon, CURE's Vice Chairman of the Board, who, at the age of 34, made history as the youngest Speaker of the Oklahoma House of Representatives. Before this achievement, he had already established a record of success, becoming the first Republican elected to the House Dis…
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International Monetary Fund Reform, With Kelly Varian
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What is the IMF? The International Monetary Fund (IMF) provides aid to developing countries to promote global economic and monetary growth. IMF investments and loans can significantly impact the ability of developing countries to improve climate resilience. Most directly, reforms to the IMF can allow developing countries to invest more in climate r…
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Faithful Conversations: Building a Better America Together
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"CURE America with Star Parker" starts with a powerful message from Delano Squires, setting the tone for the episode. Following this impactful opening, the show transitions to an insightful panel discussion featuring Ann Bradley, Raheem Williams, and Paul Teller. Join us for a thought-provoking exploration of pressing national issues on this episod…
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RERUN: Community as antidote to climate despair, with Teo Grossman
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Why Community? It’s easy to feel despair about climate change and environmental destruction. But despair can make it hard to forge connections and take action. According to emotion researchers, hope means believing that you have the power to improve problems, rather than ignoring them. One possible source of hope? Community building events, where d…
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Transformative Tales Unleashed: Stories You Can't Miss
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Join the riveting episode of "CURE America with Star Parker" at the 2023 CURE National Policy Summit. Mesha Mainor, resilient Georgia House Representative, Kevin Ray Hern, impactful U.S. House Representative from Oklahoma, and Former Trump Campaign Sr Advisor Katrina Pierson a dynamic leader head of Pierson Consulting Group, as they share captivati…
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Join us on a special episode of "CURE America with Star Parker" as we shines a spotlight on the incredible life of Kelvin J. Cochran at the 2023 CURE National Policy Summit. From his early days in the Shreveport Fire Department to becoming the first African-American fire chief of Shreveport, Cochran's journey takes center stage. This exclusive TV s…
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