Background Briefing

Resistance and Repression: From ‘No Kings’ Rallies to Right-Wing Hate and Venezuela Threats

Resistance to Trump is Growing With 2,600 No Kings Protests Across America We begin with the 2,600 No Kings rallies held on Saturday across the country from Maine to the Marianas which peacefully displayed the growing resistance to Trump reflecting a patriotic love for a country the demonstrators are trying to save, the opposite of … Continued


We drop in on a remarkable conversation between two world-renowned Native American women artists, National Poet Laureate and musician Joy Harjo riffs with distinguished fine art photographer Cara Romero. They discuss how life is art, and how they make their art to reflect the lived truths of their cultures and people.


What made the rights activist Bayard Rustin, who among many other things organized the 1963 March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom, a compelling political figure? David Stein describes Rustin’s political views, his strategic choices, and his focus on economic struggle. Honoring Rustin’s legacy, Stein asserts, means drawing on his wisdom as well as learning … Continued


The Ralph Nader Radio Hour

The Era of the Bully

Ralph welcomes Professor Roddey Reid to break down his book “Confronting Political Intimidation and Public Bullying: A Handbook for the Trump Era and Beyond.” Then, we are joined by the original Nader’s Raider, Professor Robert Fellmeth, who enlightens us on how online anonymity and Artificial Intelligence are harming children. Ralph Nader talks about what’s happening … Continued


Democracy Now!

Democracy Now! – October 20, 2025

On today’s show: “The War Has Not Really Ended”: Gaza Reporter on Israeli Attacks & Reuniting with Imprisoned Brother The Forgotten Captives: Israel Still Imprisoning 9,000 Palestinians Even After Hostage Deal No to Authoritarianism: 7 Million Rally Across U.S. in Historic No Kings Day Protests “This Is Ethnic Cleansing”: Civil Rights Icon Dolores Huerta Decries … Continued


Background Briefing (Monday, 5am)

Resistance and Repression: From ‘No Kings’ Rallies to Right-Wing Hate and Venezuela Threats

Resistance to Trump is Growing With 2,600 No Kings Protests Across America We begin with the 2,600 No Kings rallies held on Saturday across the country from Maine to the Marianas which peacefully displayed the growing resistance to Trump reflecting a patriotic love for a country the demonstrators are trying to save, the opposite of … Continued