We think about recessions as crises and growth as normal — but what if it isn’t anymore? James Galbraith joins us for a asweeping look at how the idea of normal growth entered the world of economic thought — and why it may not be useful anymore. Guests: James Galbraith, Lloyd M. Bentsen Jr. Chair … Continued
“The Settlers”: New Film Reveals History & Consequences of Israeli Settlements on Palestinian Land; Covering War to End War: New Film Recounts Life & Legacy of James Foley, Journalist Killed by ISIS.
Today on Flashpoints: We’ll have a special report on the take down of the Bundy brothers from a reporter who arrived at the scene before the ambulance. Also, evictions proceed in the Bayview, signed by the new liberal feminist sheriff. And we’ll feature an eye witness account of the bloody war in Syria and the … Continued
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In a unanimous vote on Tuesday, San Francisco’s Board of Supervisors approved a day of remembrance for Mario Woods, the 26-year-old Bayview resident who was shot and killed by San Francisco police on Dec. 2, 2015. The day will be observed in the city on July 22nd, which is Woods’ birthday. In addition, Supervisor David … Continued
With Journalist Arun Gupta, a co-founder of The Indypendent and the Occupied Wall Street Journal. He is writing a book on the decline of America empire for Haymarket books. And Henry Giroux, scholar and cultural critic. One of the founding theorists of critical pedagogy in the United States, and author of several books including his most recent, … Continued
These are not great times for electoral politics in America. Our primary system has put wind in the sails of a demagogue riding xenophobia and bigotry to the ballot box. Our principal legislative institution keeps flirting with the idea of actually shutting down the government it is in charge of. And a handful of billionaires … Continued
Life, Animated: A Remarkable Story of How a Family Reached Their Autistic Son Through Disney Movies; Embracing Autism: Journalist Ron Suskind on Supporting His Son’s Strengths, Advice for Other Parents; Roger Ross Williams, the First Black Oscar-Winning Director, on “Life, Animated” & #OscarsSoWhite.
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Tonight’s program features: the voice of Latino youth with their ideas and poetry; a discussion with noted grammy-nominee musician/educator, Jose Luis Orozco about his new bilingual children’s album and samples of his music, the songs of the Peruvian Indie duo Alejandro y Maria Laura; an introductory conversation with the newest member of the La Raza … Continued
Science news: 1. what is behind the recent snow storm 2 Discovery of a 9th planet 3. What is Mercury retrograde? Guest: Dr. Lisa Randal, Harvard professor, speaking about higher dimensions
Author Katie Singer talks about her book An Electronic Silent Spring. Layna and Jeffry then discuss some testimonials from her book, which is a forum of scientists, parents, and electrosensitives about the health consequences for humans, trees, birds and other mammals of the proliferating wireless revolution. Visit Your Own Health And Fitness
