We all have that one friend who you could talk to about anything, act a fool with, and lose track of time. Well, Play Cousins the Podcast is exactly that! Erika Washington, executive director of Make It Work Nevada and Derek Washington, a long time Las Vegas Activist, who are not related but act like family, dive into all the things, world news, pop culture and life from a Black point of view and showing folks how EVERYTHING is political.
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American Dreams is a podcast that will explore exactly what Reproductive Justice means. Reproductive Justice was an idea birthed in 1994, by 12 Black women who felt unseen by the white establishment. The four principles of Reproductive Justice are: 1. The right to have a child 2. The right to not have a child (which includes sterilization, which many doctors won’t do) 3. The right to have a child in a healthy environment and then raise them safely 4. The right to bodily autonomy and sexual ...
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By studying God's Word and applying it to our lives, the truth shall set us free.
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Hacks & Wonks is a show hosted by political consultant Crystal Fincher, who talks with Policy Wonks and Political Hacks to gather insight into local politics and policy in Washington state through the lens of those doing the work, with behind-the-scenes perspectives on what's happening, why it's happening and what you can do about it.
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21st Century Mermaids is a podcast dedicated to women and the ocean. Hosted by Danni Washington, each episode features a ‘mermaid’ who works in ocean science or marine conservation fields. By sharing the stories of these modern day mermaids around the world, this podcast promotes ocean literacy and empathy, while championing access, agency, and equity for women and their allies in ocean conservation, leadership, and STEM fields. 21st Century Mermaids is an official activity of the United Nat ...
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Let's have fun, candid, and honest conversations about the good, the bad, and the ugly of some of our favorite reality TV shows and pop culture news! Have a tip? Send it to [email protected]
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Brazil is going through challenging times. There’s never been a more important moment to understand Brazil’s politics, society, and culture. To go beyond the headlines, and to ask questions that aren’t easy to answer. 'Brazil Unfiltered,' does just that. This podcast is hosted by James N. Green, Professor of Brazilian History and Culture at Brown University and the National Co-Coordinator of the U.S. Network for Democracy in Brazil. Brazil Unfiltered is part of the Democracy Observatory, sup ...
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With the clowns having taken over the asylum in Washington D.C., it's only right that you get your weekly news analysis from comedians.Risking their own sanity to help make sense of the world around us, Dr. David Robinson and 'The Black Voice of Reason 'Tymon Shipp' are joined by a rotating panel of Cognitive Dissidents including Erika Schickel, Jim Coughlin, Cat Alvarado, Josh Greenberg, Michelle March, Liz Stewart and more! Take all that and add a 'Burst of Durst' from five-time Emmy nomin ...
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Ebony Pep Talk is digital mentorship scheme for African descendant journalists to listen to the voices of award-winning journalists of the same background to bolster engagement, promotions, and retention in newsrooms.
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What does it mean to be a Constitutional Republic? Join host Adam White, producer Tal Fortgang, and guests as they examine the roles of Congress, the president, the courts, and many other American institutions in keeping a republic.
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We welcome you to the American Society of Media Photographers podcast series "ASMP Experts and Masters." The program brings candid conversations about the craft, business and culture of photography between legendary photographers, creatives, and thought leaders under the guidance of our rotating hosts: Tom Kennedy , ASMP's Executive Director / former multimedia editor of The Washington Post / former Director of Photography at National Geographic, Luke Copping former Chair of ASMP's National ...
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BRICS and the balance of global power with Eduardo Gomes
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27:31Eduardo Gomes is an Associate Professor of Political Science at Fluminense Federal University, in Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He hold a Ph. D. in Political Science from the University of Chicago, with a dissertation on a failed project of turning Brazil into an exporter of manufactured products before the neoliberal reforms. He has been a Visi…
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Eddie Lin Outlines Vision for Seattle City Council District 2
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55:19Eddie Lin, running for Seattle City Council in District 2, shares his stance on housing affordability, public safety, transportation, and more while emphasizing his government experience and commitment to community-driven solutions. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Follow us on Bluesky at @Hac…
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Week in Review: May 23, 2025 - with David Kroman
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43:37On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and David Kroman discuss: 🖋️ Ferguson acts on state budget, parental bill of rights 🧊 Troubling ICE raids 🤓 Seattle Mayor race deep dive 🔔 Sara Nelson bellwether 🗳️ Other notable primary races ⛺️ Rushed Tent City 4 move As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. F…
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Jamie Fackler Outlines Vision for Seattle's District 2 Council Seat
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59:35Jamie Fackler, running for Seattle City Council in District 2, shares his stance on housing affordability, public safety, transportation, and more while emphasizing his opposition to corporate influence in local politics. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Follow us on Bluesky at @HacksAndWonks.…
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Former Federal Prosecutor Erika Evans Launches Bid for Seattle City Attorney
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48:53In an extensive interview with Crystal Fincher of Hacks & Wonks, Seattle City Attorney candidate Erika Evans outlines why she is challenging incumbent Ann Davison with a platform centered on community-based solutions, addressing root causes of crime, and protecting civil rights. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at official…
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Week in Review: May 2, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank
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35:43On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Robert Cruickshank discuss: 📊 Breakdown of Legislature's state budget 🧐 Ferguson’s first four months 🤔 Mallahan can? What's up with Seattle mayor race 🚔 SPD hiring up but few women + another lawsuit alleging racism As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Fo…
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Reform-Minded O'Sullivan Sets Sights on City Attorney Position
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55:20In a wide-ranging interview on the Hacks & Wonks podcast, Seattle City Attorney candidate Rory O'Sullivan outlines his vision for transformative change in an office he believes has gone in the "wrong direction" under current City Attorney Ann Davison. As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Follow us…
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The implications of Bolsonaro's trial with Rubens Glezer
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35:34Rubens Glezer is a professor of Constitutional Law at the Getúlio Vargas Foundation Law School in São Paulo. He holds a PhD in Legal Theory from USP, a Master's in Law and Development from the Getúlio Vargas Law School and is a visiting researcher at NYU (New York University). Glezer is a specialist in Brazil's Supreme Court and is the author of se…
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Week in Review: April 25, 2025 - with Donna Blankinship
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38:14On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Donna Blankinship discuss: 💔 State Senator Bill Ramos 🗳️ April ballot results 💵 Seattle Democracy Vouchers 📚 Seattle Education Levy expanded 🧑⚖️ Spokane homeless initiative struck down 📈 Sharp increase in homelessness As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com…
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Public Defender Nathan Rouse Brings Frontline Experience to Seattle City Attorney Race
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1:07:20In a comprehensive interview with Crystal Fincher of Hacks & Wonks, Seattle City Attorney candidate Nathan Rouse outlines his vision for reforming the office through the lens of his public defender experience, criticizing incumbent Republican Ann Davison's approach while proposing alternative solutions focused on addressing root causes of crime. As…
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Week in Review: April 18, 2025 - with Ryan Packer
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42:30On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Ryan Packer discuss: 😟 Poll: people are plugged in/worried 🫰 No wealth tax = everyone else pays 🛣️ Transpo budget overview 🤷 Workers’ comp upgrade debacle 🪪 KC AFIS levy pros & cons 🚸 Tacoma Streets Initiative II As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Foll…
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As Federal Rights Rollbacks and Cuts Hit Home, Seattle Council Forms Crisis Response Committee - with Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck and Amy Sundberg
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46:20In response to sweeping policy changes at the federal level, Seattle City Council has established a Select Committee on Federal Administration and Policy Changes to track and respond to threats to federal funding, executive orders, and civil rights rollbacks affecting the city. The committee, chaired by Councilmember Alexis Mercedes Rinck, aims to …
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Week in Review: April 11, 2025 - with Lex Vaughn
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1:03:24On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Lex Vaughn discuss: 🪧 Thousands protest Trump admin 🧑🎓 WA student visas revoked 🐀 Union head blasts “Ratfink” Ferguson 🤞 Progress on rent stabilization 👀 Fingerprint levy on April ballot 💥 Seattle City Council tensions As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.co…
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This episode I am joined by my husband Derrick Wynn and we talk about waiting well. To download Light of Yahweh Ministries' App visit www.lightofyahweh.org Support the show
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Week in Review: April 4, 2025 - with Erica Barnett
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37:19On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Erica Barnett discuss: 🙅♂️ Ferguson against wealth tax ⚖️ WA joins lawsuit on public health funding cuts 👩💼 Braddock appointed acting KC Exec 💸 Moore skips public bidding process for $1M 🤷♂️ Saka denounces “defund” As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com.…
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Brazilian women and activism in the US with Heloisa Galvão
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43:52Heloisa Galvão is a co-founder of the Brazilian Women’s Group and its Executive-Director. She is the recipient of several awards, including the Decoration “Ordem do Rio Branco” awarded by the President of Brazil to Brazilians living overseas who are recognized by outstanding services to Brazil and Brazilian immigrants (September 2002). She holds Ma…
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Week in Review: March 28, 2025 - with Shauna Sowersby
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31:14On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Shauna Sowersby discuss: 🌟 Frank Chopp’s legacy 💰 Senate & House budget proposals 📜 Parents’ Bill of Rights initiative 🧯 Natural gas initiative ruled unconstitutional 🚈 Dow Constantine nominated for Sound Transit CEO As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. …
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Week in Review: March 21, 2025 - with Robert Cruickshank
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42:31On this week-in-review, Crystal Fincher and Robert Cruickshank discuss: 🤨 Gov Ferguson’s workplace complaints 😧 More troubling activity around Bruce Harrell 🏘️ SoDo housing proposal passed 👋 SPS superintendent resigns 🙄 Adam Smith is all wrong As always, a full text transcript of the show is available at officialhacksandwonks.com. Follow us on Blue…
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Vladimir Duthiers, Featured Host of CBS Mornings
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25:34Forty-year-old journalism intern turned Featured Host of CBS Mornings - the weekday program alongside Gayle King, Tony Dokoupil and Nate Burleson. Duthiers began pursuing his journalism career at 40-years-old. He says he went home crying after he realized he couldn't even type.By A'ja Beckham
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Hacks & Wonks Host Returns to Radio Roots with KVRU Acquisition
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36:02Hacks & Wonks host Crystal Fincher and community leader Monisha Harrell have announced their acquisition of KVRU 105.7 FM, a non-profit, non-commercial community radio station based in South Seattle, with plans to preserve it as a trusted resource in South Seattle through community-driven programming. As always, a full text transcript of the show i…
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Migration scenarios in Brazil and the US with João Carlos Jarochinski
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38:50João Carlos Jarochinski Silva is Professor at Universidade Federal de Roraima (UFRR) in a joint appointment at the Faculty of International Relations and the Sociedade e Fronteiras (Society and Borders) Postgraduate Programme. He was a Post-Doctoral Fellow at the Núcleo de Estudos de População Elza Berquó (NEPO/Unicamp), and holds a PhD in Social S…
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To download Light of Yahweh Ministries' App visit www.lightofyahweh.org Support the showBy Hosted by Krystal Jackson
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Competing Social Housing Measures Face Off in Seattle Election with Rian Watt and Tiffani McCoy
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36:05Seattle voters will decide between two competing social housing funding measures in a special election ending Feb. 11. Proposition 1A, backed by labor and community groups, proposes a payroll tax on high earners to generate $53M annually. Proposition 1B, supported by the Chamber of Commerce, redirects $10M from existing funds. We chat with Rian Wat…
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Erika Pulley-Hayes, NPR Board of Directors & General Manager of WAMU [NPR's Washington, D.C. station]
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22:59"WAMU 88.5 FM has been no. 1 in the DMV [D.C. Maryland Virginia area] consistently for almost three years," Erika Pulley-Hayes, WAMU General Manager for the past three years. Erika's PEP TALK to herself: "Girl, you've got this!"By A'ja Beckham
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The impact of big tech on Brazilian politics with Marianna Poyares
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38:08Marianna Poyares is a Fritz Fellow at Georgetown’s Center on Privacy and Technology. She is a critical theorist working on the ethics of new technologies of migration and border enforcement. Trained as a philosopher and with a background in human rights policy and advocacy, Marianna has worked, among others, with the Brazilian National Truth Commis…
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Harm Reduction Approach Vital for Addressing Opioid Crisis, Says Expert (Re-Air)
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50:01On this topical show re-air, Crystal welcomes Everett Maroon, Executive Director of Blue Mountain Heart to Heart, for a conversation about their work in Southeast Washington using a harm reduction philosophy to support people, stabilize lives, & promote health and wellness in the community. Crystal and Everett chat about how the opioid epidemic has…
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Denver's STAR Program Offers Promising Alternative Response to Mental Health and Substance Use Crises (Re-Air)
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37:40On this topical show re-air, Crystal welcomes Evan Thompkins, STAR Program Specialist with the Denver Department of Public Health and Environment, and Stephanie Van Jacobs, Program Manager at WellPower! The STAR program offers a promising alternative response to mental health and substance use crises, providing individuals with the support and reso…
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