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The Border Patrol Context For The Uvalde Shooting
What does the US Border Patrol have to do with the shooting in Uvalde, Texas?
On Today's Show:
Michelle Garcia, journalist, essayist, Soros Equality F…
3 years, 8 months ago
How Much Is Oprah Responsible For The Rise Of Dr. Oz?
The daytime talkshow star has always been a driver of cultural trends. But now as Dr. Oz campaigns for the Senate, we look at her politics, and how s…
3 years, 8 months ago
Can’t People Have Decent Raises Without Inflation Cancelling Them Out?
Questions about the state of the economy are dominating the news, and conversations about voters' priorities heading into the midterms.
On Today's Sh…
3 years, 8 months ago
Putin vs. Your Attention Span
On the 100th day of Russia's war in Ukraine, we take a look at the status of the conflict, and what impact western support for Ukraine has had.
On To…
3 years, 9 months ago
Mass Shooting Victim Sues Glock. Could That Matter More Than Congress?
Advocates for gun control reforms might see more progress by pursuing their agenda through the court system, rather than in Congress or state legisla…
3 years, 9 months ago
How Fearmongers Turn 'Disgust' Into Trans- And Homophobia
The push for anti-LGBTQ+ policies, like Florida's "Don't Say Gay" law, is gaining traction around the country.
On Today's Show:
William Eskridge, Yale…
3 years, 9 months ago
McConnell’s Small Steps On Gun Reform: How Real, How Fake?
Some Republicans are showing an appetite for gun law reforms in the wake of last week's school shooting in Uvalde, Texas.
On Today's Show:
Tamara Keit…
3 years, 9 months ago
The Meaning Of Memorial Day
On this holiday episode of the podcast, we wanted to explore the roots of Memorial Day.
On Today's Show:
More than the start of summer, Memorial Day i…
3 years, 9 months ago
Abortion Before Roe Shows Us What It Could Mean If It's Struck Down
We can't go back to before Roe v. Wade. The country is too different. So where are we going?
On Today's Show:
We present a national evening special c…
3 years, 9 months ago
What Gun Control Policies Could State Lawmakers Pursue?
We check in on how lawmakers in one state capitol are looking at the school shooting in Texas, and asking how to better prevent gun violence.
On Toda…
3 years, 9 months ago