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Behind Closed Doors: America's Slumlord Problem
Episode 172
In the U.S., slumlord apartment owners—landlords who neglect maintenance and exploit tenants—have become a worsening problem amid the housing crisis.…
9 months, 2 weeks ago
Maryland Imprisonment Of Black People
Episode 171
A recent report from the Maryland Equitable Justice Collaborative reveals a stark racial disparity in the state's incarceration rates: while Black Ma…
9 months, 3 weeks ago
"Nicotine Pouches": Health Benefit Or A Marketing Trap
Episode 170
Nicotine pouches, marketed heavily by companies like Philip Morris, are becoming increasingly popular, especially among younger audiences. These prod…
10 months, 1 week ago
Congress Backs Banks: Fee Caps Eliminated , Consumers Brace for Higher Costs
Episode 170
Congress recently overturned a rule that would have limited how much banks and credit card companies can charge in late fees. Now, if you miss a pay…
10 months, 2 weeks ago
Why are Post Office Employees Stealing Mail?
Episode 167
The issue of mail theft within the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) has become a growing concern, with employees themselves being implicated in the theft o…
10 months, 3 weeks ago
The Trump Administration And Lowndes County Sewage Issue
Episode 170
The Trump administration’s decision to end the DOJ’s settlement agreement on Lowndes County’s sewage crisis marked a major setback in environmental j…
11 months ago
Workplace Ageism Causing Homelessness for Older Americans
Episode 166
Ageism significantly contributes to homelessness among Americans aged 55 and older, as highlighted in the 2024 HUD report. This demographic often fac…
11 months, 1 week ago
Book Bans In The U.S. Protecting Children or Hiding a Violent History?
Episode 165
Book bans in U.S. public schools and libraries continue to escalate, with PEN America reporting a significant rise in the number of book challenges, …
11 months, 2 weeks ago
The New Predatory Lending: Paycheck and Earned Wage Advance Apps
Predatory lending through earned wage advance apps and payday loans disproportionately targets vulnerable low-wage workers, particularly those in the…
11 months, 2 weeks ago
Tax Breaks for Athletes? The NIL Deal Tax Exemption Debate
Episode 163
The ongoing discussion around NIL (Name, Image, Likeness) deals, their tax implications, and the future of college athletics has been heating up in r…
1 year ago