To defend democracy, one has to believe in it. To believe in democracy, one has to understand it. Where it came from. How it works. What’s true. What’s not. What others did before you. How it could be better. How to make a difference. Each week, The David Frum Show digs deep into the big questions people have about our society, explains the progress Americans have made together, and reminds us that the American idea is worth defending.
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Every week, election lawyer Marc Elias interviews lawmakers, policy leaders and changemakers about the problems facing our democracy and how we fix them.
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democracy-ish is a bold and unfiltered political podcast dedicated to defending democracy and maintaining your sanity in an era where both are under attack. Hosted by outspoken political commentators Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali, this podcast exposes the dangerous forces of white supremacy and ignorance that threaten our nation's future. For too long, America's political landscape has been dominated by a white-centric narrative, ignoring the true diversity of our multiracial society. Dani ...
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New government. New PM. New priorities. Can Canada avoid the same old shouting match? Catherine Cullen cuts through noise with two weekly shows that make politics make sense. On Saturdays, join Catherine on The House as she takes you to Parliament Hill and across Canada for in-depth interviews, documentaries, and analysis of the week’s news – from across the political spectrum. And on Wednesdays, join Catherine and her friends and fellow political nerds Jason Markusoff from Alberta and Danie ...
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Good News For Lefties (and America!) - Daily News for Democracy
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Positive, daily news for progressives and democracy! Democrats, Leftists, liberals, and democratic socialists welcome. A respite from troubling headlines in difficult times. Sure, read the bad news, but then listen to us! Send good news tips to [email protected] or 202-656-6271 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/good-news-for-lefties-and-america-daily-news-for-democracy--6256627/support.
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Scholarly | A Podcast for Defending Freedom & Countering Extremism & Authoritarianism The Scholarly Podcast is hosted by Prof. Ahrar Ramizpoor, the President of the World Anti Extremism Network, and brings together a diverse range of voices from experts, thought leaders, and changemakers around the globe. Each episode focuses on cutting-edge insights, from combating authoritarianism to fostering and defending liberal democracy and pluralism, offering real-world solutions to dismantle the roo ...
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Host Scott Detrow curates NPR's reporting, analysis and updates on the 47th President, focusing on actions and policies that challenge precedent and upend political norms, raising questions about what a President can do — and whether his efforts will benefit the voters who returned him to power. Support NPR's reporting by subscribing to Trump's Terms+ and unlock sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org.
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Join a trusted and insightful guide, former Prime Minister Malcolm Turnbull to walk though one of the most vexed and consequential questions of our time. Are we witnessing the decline of western/liberal democracy? External threats to our democracies have not gone away - as Vladimir Putin has demonstrated in Ukraine, but we are now realising that the greatest threats to our democracies are not from without but from within.
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The former Foreign Minister of Lithuania continues his fight for freedom with a new podcast. Escalation is a series of conversations with experts that help us understand the new geopolitics, and how we can make democracy great again. Well known for his values-based approach to foreign policy, Gabrielius Landsbergis is a tireless campaigner for rule of law and peace through strength.
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Ever feel like the law is stacked against you? It probably is. Broken Law speaks truth to power in discussing how our laws and legal system serve the few at the expense of the many. This is where law meets real life. Hosted by the staff of the American Constitution Society, we reckon with the origins of our legal system, interview people on the frontlines of the progressive legal movement, and chat about necessary legal reforms to restore our democratic legitimacy and improve the lives of al ...
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Use it or lose it -- your power, that is! Reflections and advice from a former election official, data strategist, successful candidate and graduate of the political school of hard knocks. (Photo credit: Demet Senturk) Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/stephanie-frank-singer/support
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Making sense of the post-Trump political landscape… Both the Republican and Democratic parties are struggling to defend the political center against illiberal extremes. America must put forward policies that can reverse our political and governmental dysfunction, advance the social welfare of all citizens, combat climate change, and confront the other forces that threaten our common interests. The podcast focuses on current politics seen in the context of our nation’s history and the persona ...
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With the rise of authoritarian fascism around the world and especially in the US, what should be the course of action? Two of the most important rules in the fight against tyranny is to not obey in advance and defend institutions. This show fights on those two fronts. Tune in to hear the perspective of a former right-wing aligned independent who now stands against the rising tide of fascism. Welcome to the resistance.
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A 'Dictators v Democrats' program https://tamullis.substack.com/ Buy Me A Coffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/tamullis Patreon: patreon.com/DictatorsvDemocrats Join the Discord: https://discord.gg/vsTNKRvy Democracy is at war. We can see the forces rallied against it: autocratic states like Russia, China, Iran and North Korea, techno-aristocrats, religious fundamentalists and populist demagogues. From the trenches of Ukraine to the halls of power in the US, democratic, free values are under det ...
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Interviews with Anthropologists about their New Books Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/anthropology
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We defend the “patriotic many” and expose the “antics” of the few. Our world is envious and sees that our Nation has been threatened by these few. We can transition to newer, smarter, and better ways, but cannot regress into Socialism and Marxism. Hostile social and political behavior attempts to destroy our lives and lifestyle. GrassRoots TruthCast supports freedom, liberty, and the actions necessary to protect this longest-lasting Constitutional Republic. Find your place in our circle each ...
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Looking to get a non-biased opinion about political issues in New Zealand? Steve talks to kiwis about political issues on both sides of the political aisle. We avoid the BS and focus on one issue an episode. Episodes are released monthly - we hope you enjoy it!
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Making Democracy Work asks questions and provides information to help voters and community members be more active and engaged citizens. Join us as we look for better ways to make democracy work. This podcast is produced by the League of Women Voters of the Pikes Peak Region (LWVPPR). The mission of the League of Women Voters is: Empowering Voters. Defending Democracy. LWVPPR members actively promote voter and civic education for the public and themselves. This podcast is made possible throug ...
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Schooling Bigotry is a limited series about the roles we can all play in defending democracy and confronting hate within our education system. The recommendations in these episodes are based on "Confronting White Nationalism in Schools: A Toolkit," published by Western States Center.
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Between The Lines Radio Newsmagazine (Broadcast-affiliate version)
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Between The Lines is a weekly syndicated half-hour radio newsmagazine featuring progressive perspectives on national and international political, economic and social issues. Since 1991, Between The Lines has provided in-depth, timely analysis on a wide range of political, economic and social issues including: increasing disparity in wealth in the U.S.; the crisis in the U.S. health care system; international grassroots mobilization to confront global climate change; racism permeating the pri ...
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What does it take for the young generation to tackle the world’s biggest challenges? In Spark, hosts Julia, Zora, and Tanish search for answers. As young people navigate an uncertain future, they explore how experts from diverse fields—from science to law and the arts—are driving meaningful change in their careers. From climate change to human rights, AI, media, and democracy, each episode brings fresh perspectives and engaging stories about the people behind the change. What drives them? Wh ...
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For history lovers who listen to podcasts, History Unplugged is the most comprehensive show of its kind. It's the only show that dedicates episodes to both interviewing experts and answering questions from its audience. First, it features a call-in show where you can ask our resident historian (Scott Rank, PhD) absolutely anything (What was it like to be a Turkish sultan with four wives and twelve concubines? If you were sent back in time, how would you kill Hitler?). Second, it features lon ...
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This podcast raises an American alarm, exposes the 45th president of the United State's intention to subvert our democracy, and aims to defend our democracy through getting the word out to We The People.
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Over the last decade, large swaths of evangelicals in the U.S. have embraced an extremist politics that threatens to turn our democracy into a theocracy. Through the eyes of one pastor in Phoenix, WHEN THE WOLVES CAME shows how some evangelicals are banding together to fight back – and how their efforts can fit into a bigger movement to defend democracy in the U.S. Hosted by Dr. Ruth Braunstein, When The Wolves Came: Evangelicals Resisting Extremism is a six-part audio documentary launching ...
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News and views from a Trotskyist perspective. We tend to dunk on "Patriotic Socialists" and "MAGA Communism" while attacking the Democrats from the left.
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This is Nonprofit Lowdown where I review and recommend the best ideas, resources, tools, tricks and tips to run your nonprofit like a pro!
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The 2024 election is just around the corner, and the stakes are high for reproductive justice. From abortion ballot measures in Arizona and Florida, to flipping state legislatures, we’ll explore the future of reproductive freedom and what it means for our democracy. In Season Two of The Defenders, host Gloria Riviera talks to activists, organizers, and experts to equip you with everything you need to defend abortion rights at the polls. This series is supported by Charles and Lynn Schusterma ...
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Nonpartisan information for voting and civic engagement from the League of Women Voters of Portland. Oregon voters, educators, and interested community members can listen to nonpartisan candidate and ballot measure forums, candidate interviews, and information about how governmental and nongovernmental organizations are addressing important community issues. The League of Women Voters has worked for 105 years to defend democracy and empower voters. Visit our website, www.lwvpdx.org, to learn ...
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As the United States confronts an ever-changing set of international challenges, our foreign policy leaders continue to offer the same old answers. But what are the alternatives? In None Of The Above, the Eurasia Group Institute for Global Affairs' Mark Hannah asks leading global thinkers for new answers and new ideas to guide an America increasingly adrift in the world. www.noneoftheabovepodcast.org
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Conversations with visionary scholars and thinkers from the Harvard PhD community
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Listen in on revealing and thoughtful conversations with fascinating men and women who took an oath to support and defend our Constitution and our nation – leaders in law enforcement, the military, the intelligence community, and many more. What inspired these people? What drew them to this work? How did they overcome adversity and failure? And what are the lessons for our country and our democracy as we move forward? These captivating stories exemplify what is best about our nation: integri ...
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From the construction of virtual realities to the internet of things to the watches on our wrists—technology's influence is everywhere. Its role in our lives is evolving fast, and we're faced with riveting questions and tough challenges that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes how we think about society, science, design, business, and more. Follow Sherrell on Instagram @ ...
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Between The Lines is a weekly syndicated half-hour radio newsmagazine featuring progressive perspectives on national and international political, economic and social issues. Since 1991, Between The Lines has provided in-depth, timely analysis on a wide range of political, economic and social issues including: increasing disparity in wealth in the U.S.; the crisis in the U.S. health care system; international grassroots mobilization to confront global climate change; racism permeating the pri ...
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W. Kamau Bell and Hari Kondabolu are comedians who take politics seriously — and longtime friends, trying to help keep each other sane. Join them as they pull the alarm on the dumpster fire that is American politics, and talk to the creators, thinkers, and leaders doing the work to defend and reinvent our democracy.
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Your Favorite Existentialist-Anarchist Internet Badass Commentary and Interviews about anarchism, existentialism, and the broader fields of study including the former.
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“In Reality” debunks fake news and elevates the innovative researchers, entrepreneurs, journalists and policymakers who are fighting back against toxic misinformation. Co-hosts Joan Donovan, research director of the Harvard Kennedy School’s Shorenstein Center on Media and Public Policy, and Eric Schurenberg, an award-winning journalist and former CEO of Fast Company, engage guests in enlightening conversations about solutions to this scourge and the path back to a shared reality.
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News and analysis of politics, security, development and U.S. policy in Latin America and the Caribbean, from the Washington Office on Latin America.
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CIRA presents What’s up with the internet? an award-winning serial podcast delving into the good, the bad and ugly around one of the world’s greatest resources—the internet. If you’ve ever asked our titular question, this podcast is for you. All episodes are hosted by Takara Small and produced by Kevin McAnena.
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********I Love my COUNTRY It's the GOVERNMENT I am AFRAID of!******** THE AMERICAN'S CREED by William Tyler Page "I believe in the United States of America as a government of the people, by the people, for the people; whose just powers are derived from the consent of the governed, a democracy in a republic, a sovereign Nation of many sovereign States; a perfect union, one and inseparable; established upon those principles of freedom, equality, justice, and humanity for which American patriot ...
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Amos Chapman and Brent Pinero host a podcast where they court controversy. Tune in to each episode to hear them defend the seemingly indefensible. IG: allowmetoexplainpodcast
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How can we explain peace and conflict in the world? What do security and insecurity do to a region and its people? How do different kinds of violence affect people, and how do societies tackle crises – and the threat of crisis? The Peace Research Institute Oslo brings you expert opinions on the headlines, personal stories from the field, and cutting-edge research in this monthly podcast, hosted by Emmy-award winning journalist Arnaud Siad. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more info ...
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Momentum: A Race Forward Podcast features movement voices, stories, and strategies for racial justice. Hear the Race Forward team give their unique takes on race and pop culture, and uplift narratives of hope, struggle, and joy, as we continue to build the momentum needed to advance racial justice in our policies, institutions, and culture. Deepen your racial justice lens and get inspired to drive action. Subscribe today!
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Celebrating Wisconsin's Reproductive Rights, Key West's Community Trust, and Defending Privacy
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We kick off with a monumental victory for reproductive rights in Wisconsin, where the state Supreme Court struck down a 176-year-old near-total abortion ban. This landmark decision ensures that personal health care choices remain with individuals and their doctors, reaffirming Wisconsin's commitment to reproductive freedom and health care access. N…
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Law versus Democracy: Why Courts Defend or Undermine Democracy in Israel, Turkey, and Beyond
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As a PhD candidate in government at Harvard's Kenneth C. Griffin Graduate School of Arts and Sciences, 2025 Harvard Horizons Scholar Andrew O'Donohue explores the complexities of democratic resilience in his project, "Law versus Democracy: Why Courts Defend or Undermine Democracy in Turkey, Israel, and Beyond." His research delves into the varying …
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#343: Defending Democracy + Raising Money for Policy with Omri Preiss
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I’m so excited to share this week’s episode of Nonprofit Lowdown with you. I sat down with my friend and former student, Omri Preiss, the Co-Founder & Managing Director of Alliance for Europe — and we had a powerful, eye-opening conversation. We don’t often feature voices from outside the U.S., so this one is extra special. Omri is on the frontline…
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Defending democracy: institutional responses to online misinformation
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From fake news outlets to AI-trained propaganda, hostile actors are sowing division and distrust. In this episode, we explore how foreign interference and AI-driven disinformation are threatening trust in institutions including schools, our health services and media. We unpack insights from Canada’s recent public inquiry, examine why our country is…
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Are we still human if robots help raise our babies? | Sarah Blaffer Hrdy (Kelly Corrigan takeover)
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AI is transforming the way we work — could it also reshape what makes us human? In this quick and insightful talk, evolutionary anthropologist Sarah Blaffer Hrdy explores how the human brain was shaped by millions of years of shared childcare and mutually supportive communities, asking a provocative question: If robots help raise the next generatio…
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O’Brien on Liberal ‘soul-searching’ amid nuclear and net-zero policy review
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After a bruising election loss, the Coalition is at a crossroads. Can it reinvent itself as a credible alternative to Labor, or will internal divisions over nuclear energy, net zero and the Liberal party’s identity doom it to another term in opposition? Guardian Australia chief political correspondent, Tom McIlroy, speaks with the deputy opposition…
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9 - The British War Correspondent: Paul Conroy
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In this episode of Why We Fight we’re again recording in Kyiv, speaking to the legendary war correspondent Paul Conroy. He’s covered nearly every war since Kosovo: Libya, Iraq, Syria and now, Ukraine. He has brought back stories that have made an enormous difference; the human stories, the stories that mattered. We discuss what war is, where in the…
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The GOP's massive bill would add trillions of dollars to the country's debt
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The massive tax cut and spending bill passed by the Senate this week is expected to add trillions of dollars over the next decade to an already hefty federal debt. NPR's Scott Horsley reports. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices…
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Reducing Plastic Pollution, Caring for Vulnerable Seniors, and Honoring LGBTQ Stories
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen brings you a collection of inspiring stories that highlight the power of community action, innovation, and resilience. We kick off with a groundbreaking study revealing that bans and fees on plastic bags have led to a remarkable 25% to 47% reduction in shoreline pollution across the Uni…
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Bible Verses and Bombs: Unmasking the Real Agenda of the Republican Party
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Summary: Amid escalating global tensions, this episode delves into the stark realities of nuclear warfare, contrasting historical events with modern tensions. Tulsi Gabbard shares her chilling experience in Hiroshima, highlighting the catastrophic potential of today's nuclear arsenal. The discussion then shifts to political debates, featuring excha…
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Don’t Look to 1903s Germany to Understand American Populism. Look to 1830s New York Revivals Instead.
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Something strange happened in Upstate New York during the 1830s. This area was called the "Burned-Over District" because so many fiery religious revivals swept through that it was metaphorically burned over. This region became a key source of the Second Great Awakening, a Protestant revival movement marked by emotional preaching and mass conversion…
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The Price of Meddling: A Century of Western Interference in Iran
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Summary: Amid tensions in the Middle East, and the unauthorized bombing of Iran by TACO Don, this episode looks into the historical context of Western interference in Iran, highlighting patterns of manipulation and propaganda by the U.S. and Britain, and examining American foreign policy's impact on global stability. With insights from J.D. Vance a…
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Daanika Kamal, "Domestic Violence in Pakistan: The Legal Construction of 'Bad' and 'Mad' Women" (Oxford UP, 2025)
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Pakistani women are increasingly pursuing legal avenues against acts of domestic violence. Their claims, however, are often dismissed through character allegations that label them as 'bad' women in need of control, or 'mad' women not to be trusted. Domestic Violence in Pakistan: The Legal Construction of 'Bad' and 'Mad' Women (Oxford University Pre…
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The Chaos and Dire Consequences of Supreme Court’s Ruling on Birthright Citizenship
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Alianza Americas' Dulce Guzmán: The Chaos and Dire Consequences of Supreme Court’s Ruling on Birthright Citizenship Best-selling author Sarah Kendzior: As the Trump GOP ‘Mafia State’ Relentlessly Attacks the Foundations of Democracy, is There Reason for Hope? Hurricane Helene survivor Padma Dyvine: North Carolina Neighbors Employed Mutual Aid in On…
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Between The Lines (broadcast-affiliate version) - July 2, 2025
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Alianza Americas' Dulce Guzmán: The Chaos and Dire Consequences of Supreme Court’s Ruling on Birthright Citizenship Best-selling author Sarah Kendzior: As the Trump GOP ‘Mafia State’ Relentlessly Attacks the Foundations of Democracy, is There Reason for Hope? Hurricane Helene survivor Padma Dyvine: North Carolina Neighbors Employed Mutual Aid in On…
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Trump administration targets ATF, with plans to cut jobs and ease gun restrictions
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The Trump administration has set its sights on restructuring the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives, including plans to loosen gun regulations and significantly reduce its budget. NPR's Meg Anderson reports. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org. Learn more about sponsor…
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ACLU's Fight for Birthright Citizenship, California's Clean Truck Leadership, and Colorado's New Black History Standards
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen shines a light on transformative actions and victories that uphold civil rights, promote sustainability, and foster community. We kick off with the ACLU's bold class action lawsuit against Trump's executive order aimed at limiting birthright citizenship. This coalition of advocacy group…
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On this episode of The David Frum Show, The Atlantic’s David Frum opens with a warning: The United States’ support for Ukraine is collapsing under Donald Trump’s second term—and with it, the global system of peace and security that has protected Americans for decades. David explains what Trump’s latest actions reveal about his motivations, and why …
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Heather Sutherland, "Seaways and Gatekeepers: Trade and State in the Eastern Archipelagos of Southeast Asia, C.1600-c.1906" (NUS Press, 2021)
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The eastern archipelagos stretch from Mindanao and Sulu in the north to Bali in the southwest and New Guinea in the southeast. Many of their inhabitants are regarded as “people without history”, while colonial borders cut across shared underlying patterns. Yet many of these societies were linked to trans-oceanic trading systems for millennia. Indee…
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Term Limits Needed for Congress ~ But Trump Needs/Deserves a 3rd Term!
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Donald Trump has staggered the nation with back to back successes.But, debunking the anti-Trump narratives has now become a distraction. Let’s celebrate his massive successes in this short period of time. Donald Trump is going after adversaries domestic and abroad that most of us are ‘chicken’ to do! Will MORE Mamdani’s appear now in other blue cit…
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The libertarian prophet of the abundance movement, with Virginia Postrel
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The intellectual-political discussion of the so-called abundance movement typically is described as a debate taking place almost entirely on the left. But in fact many of its major themes were being discussed in right-leaning circles decades ago. Virginia Postrel, a libertarian thinker and journalist who was the former editor-in-chief of Reason mag…
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New poll finds about three-quarters of Americans say democracy under threat
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About three-quarters of Americans say democracy is under serious threat, according to a new poll from NPR, PBS News and Marist. A similar number also see politically motivated violence as a major problem. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org. Learn more about sponsor message choices: po…
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Education Restored, Justice for the Exonerated, and Denver's Heat Relief Initiative
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in this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen shares a wealth of uplifting stories that emphasize the power of justice, community, and progress. We begin with a landmark ruling from the 1st U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, which has blocked the Trump administration's attempt to dismantle the U.S. Department of Education. This decisio…
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Operation Barbarossa Saw Millions of POW Executions, Civilian Murders, and Starvation Deaths
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Operation Barbarossa, launched by Nazi Germany on June 22, 1941, aimed to swiftly conquer the Soviet Union, targeting key cities like Moscow, Leningrad, and Kyiv. Hitler reportedly said a meeting with his generals before the campaign began "We have only to kick in the door and the whole rotten structure will come crashing down," With German forces …
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Passing the Torch: Leadership, Peace, and a Changing World Order
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After nearly a decade as PRIO Director, Henrik Urdal has wrapped up his tenure. Taking over is Nina Græger, who returns to PRIO after leading the Department of Political Science at the University of Copenhagen. In this special episode of PRIO’s Peace in a Pod, host Arnaud Siad sits down with both leaders for a wide-ranging conversation about what i…
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Millions to Suffer So Billionaires Get Richer
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“Simultaneously juggling nine processes at once”: Colombia’s “Total Peace” plan and mounting security challenges
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Nearly three years into President Gustavo Petro’s term, his flagship “Total Peace” initiative is faltering. On this episode of the WOLA Podcast, Gimena Sánchez-Garzoli, WOLA’s Director for the Andes, provides a sweeping overview of Colombia’s peace and security reality.
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On the latest episode of Nonprofit Lowdown, I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Dr. Dee Frayne (aka Dr. D), a life + business coach and former nonprofit exec who gets it. We went deep on what it means to burn out in a sector that’s often under-resourced, under-supported, and powered by people who care way too much to quit… until we’re forc…
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The Trump administration is building a national citizenship system
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The Trump administration has built a searchable national citizenship data system. The tool is designed to be used by state and local election officials to ensure only citizens are voting. But it was developed rapidly without a public process, and some of those officials are already worrying about what else it could be used for. Support NPR and hear…
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Health Care Victory, Wage Increases Empower Workers, and LA's Resilience Amid Immigration Raids
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen highlights groundbreaking advancements in health care access, economic equity, and community resilience. We start with a momentous Supreme Court ruling that upholds a key provision of the Affordable Care Act, ensuring that millions of Americans can access vital preventative services at …
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Workers' Rights Protected, Oregon's National Guard Safeguarded, and Charitable Giving on the Rise
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen highlights a series of pivotal victories that affirm the rights of workers and the importance of community action. We begin with a landmark ruling from a federal judge who issued a preliminary injunction against the Trump administration's attempt to strip nearly a million federal employ…
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Trump's cut off Canada-U.S. trade talks. Now what?
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It was all going well — until it wasn’t. On Friday afternoon, U.S. President Donald Trump announced he was ending all trade discussions with Canada and blamed the federal government’s digital services tax, set to take effect June 30. So what now? Former deputy prime minister John Manley joins The House to discuss what Ottawa can do next. After that…
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Mamdani’s Mayoral Triumph, Medicaid Cuts Blocked, and the Wish Walls of America
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen dives into a series of uplifting stories that highlight the power of grassroots activism and progressive victories. We kick off with Zorhan Mamdani's groundbreaking win in the New York City Democratic mayoral primary, marking a pivotal moment for left-wing populism. Mamdani, the first M…
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Derechos y resistencia LGBTIQ+ en Latinoamérica: seis voces de la región
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A Special Pride Month Episode This special Pride Month episode brings together the voices of six LGBTIQ+ activists from across Latin America—Mexico, Honduras, Colombia, Venezuela, and El Salvador—who share their experiences as leaders in the fight for equality and justice. Through their stories, we explore what Pride means in contexts of resistance…
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Trump Masterfully Juggles Many Issues ~ Democrats in Disarray
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JD Vance pushed Congress to get Trump a bill to support by July 4th. Can the Senate Republicans find middle ground on Medicaid and other issues. There's a delicate balance to get thing to move for Trump at the speed of light. Gov. Gavin Newsom can't manage an ice cream truck, let alone a state. He's trolling for Donald Trump attention. Newsom is th…
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A panel of vaccine advisers handpicked by Robert F. Kennedy Jr. concluded a two-day meeting with votes to limit the availability of certain flu vaccines. Their concern is a preservative that has been a source of controversy despite ample evidence that it is safe. NPR's Will Stone reports. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-…
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Judicial Wins, Transparency in Law Enforcement, and California's Conservation Triumphs
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rochlen shares a series of uplifting stories that highlight the power of community action and progressive change. We begin with a significant victory as the Senate parliamentarian blocks a controversial provision in the Republican tax and spending bill that would have severely restricted legal …
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Shayna M. Silverstein, "Fraught Balance: The Embodied Politics of Dabke Dance Music in Syria" (Wesleyan UP, 2024)
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A vivid and intricate study of dance music traditions that reveals the many contradictions of being Syrian in the 21st century Dabke, one of Syria's most beloved dance music traditions, is at the center of the country's war and the social tensions that preceded conflict. Drawing on almost two decades of ethnographic, archival, and digital research,…
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Can AI companions help heal loneliness? | Eugenia Kuyda
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AI companions could either be the cure to our loneliness epidemic … or humanity’s final downfall, says Eugenia Kuyda, creator of Replika — an app that allows you to create AI friends. She explores the potential of this technology to either exacerbate isolation or encourage connection, advocating for an AI whose success is driven not by clicks and s…
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Greens leader Larissa Waters on holding the Labor government to account — Australian Politics podcast
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The new leader of the Australian Greens, Senator Larissa Waters from Queensland talks about her vision for the party, the challenges of a shifting political landscape, and why she believes this is a moment for bold reforms Labor must rewrite current environment laws which ‘facilitate development’, says Larissa Waters…
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In this episode of Why We Fight we’re at the Estonian Embassy in Kyiv, speaking with Ambassador Annely Kolk, Estonia’s highest representative in Ukraine. She has had a storied career in the Estonian Foreign Service, previously serving as ambassador to Turkey, concurrently accredited to Iran and Azerbaijan. In 2017 she helped secure the release of E…
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Special #democracyish LIVE with Guest Rep. Ro Khanna
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As New York City’s mayoral primary upends the Democratic establishment, Wajahat Ali and Danielle Moodie sit down with Rep. Ro Khanna to unpack what this progressive surge means for the future of the Party. Can the Left build lasting power? What lessons should national Democrats take from this moment? Tune in for a special LIVE episode of democracy-…
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At NATO, President Trump defends his Iran strikes and warms to the alliance
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President Trump was pressed on his assertion that U.S. strikes had obliterated Iran's nuclear program at the end of the NATO summit. Support NPR and hear every episode of Trump's Terms sponsor-free with NPR+. Sign up at plus.npr.org. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy…
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Three Top Influencers on Building Trust Amid the Chaos: Kate Bacon, David Pakman, and Eric Newcomer
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Welcome to In Reality, the podcast about truth, disinformation, and the media. I’m your host, Eric Schurenberg, a longtime journalist and media executive, now the founder of the Alliance for Trust in Media. In previous episodes of In Reality, when we’ve talked about media, we’ve focused mostly on legacy outlets—and their simultaneous crises of evap…
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LGBTIQ+ Rights and Resistance in Latin America: Six Voices from the Region
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This special Pride Month episode brings together the voices of six LGBTIQ+ activists from across Latin America—Mexico, Honduras, Colombia, Venezuela, and El Salvador—who share their experiences as leaders in the fight for equality and justice. Through their stories, we explore what Pride means in contexts of resistance, the state of LGBTIQ+ rights …
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Public Lands Protected, Immigrant Rights Defended, and Homelessness Solutions in Denver
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In this episode of Good News for Lefties, host Beowulf Rocklin brings you a collection of inspiring victories that remind us of the power of community action and resilience. We start with a significant win for environmental advocates as the Senate parliamentarian blocks a controversial plan to sell off millions of acres of public land and fast-trac…
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The 1990s were a pivotal decade for the United States and the world. This season on None Of The Above, we rewinded to the ‘90s to cover the breakup of the Soviet Union, America’s unipolar moment, and the rise of China. We explored civil war in Afghanistan, the spread of nuclear weapons, South Africa’s transition to democracy, and much more. The ‘90…
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Pistol Duels Existed Across the 19th-Century World, But Only the Chaos of the American West Produced Gunfighters
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To understand American history and its deep-seated relationship with violence, we must look to the last three decades of the 1800s in the American West, which had the highest murder rate per capita in American history. And it all boils down to one place: Texas. Texas was born in violence, on two fronts, with Mexico to the south and the Comanche to …
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