Sexual harassment in housing is a serious and often overlooked issue that affects the safety and well-being of tenants, particularly women and vulnerable populations. It occurs when landlords, proper…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Organized retail crime (ORC) is becoming a major issue in the U.S., with a sharp rise in thefts from organized groups. Retailers have lost billions of dollars to these crimes, which is pretty stagger…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Automated “ticket-bot” programs have been a persistent problem in the live-event industry, using scripts and fake accounts to grab large numbers of high-demand tickets the moment they go on sale. Th…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Car insurance rates often unfairly impact low-income, Black, and Brown drivers because companies use factors like credit score, zip code, and education level—not just driving history—to set prices. T…
Published on 3 months ago
Episode 194
The increased collaboration between local law enforcement and federal immigration agencies like ICE isn’t just about removing undocumented immigrants. Many see it as turning immigration reform into a…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Residents in the Boxton, TN have been raising serious concerns about pollution linked to the nearby xAI data center for months. Activist and experts also have identified it as a clear case of enviro…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Episode 193
Costco’s decision to let only Executive Members shop early can be seen as a reflection of class-based differences, since it offers extra perks to those who can afford the higher membership fee. While…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Episode 191
The public school bus driver shortage in the U.S. has become a significant issue, with many school districts struggling to find enough drivers to transport students to and from school. In some states…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
In recent years, there has been a noticeable rise in the number of adults choosing to live alone in the United States. This growing trend reflects shifting cultural values around independence, person…
Published on 4 months ago
Episode 189
In 2025, crime rates in the U.S. have declined, but what is causing it? While crime rates in the U.S. have reportedly declined between 2020 and 2025, it's hard to ignore the persistent skepticism su…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
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