Is Trump pulling off a coup? Jeet Heer opines. PLUS: the 22nd annual SF International Hiphop Dance Fest is this weekend—virtually. PLUS: the Town Crier, Raymond Nat Turner. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Talkies
11:00 AM PACIFIC TIME: FRIDAYS
What’s in the news, what’s behind what’s in the news, what’s not in the news that should be in the news—and who’s doing what about it, here and now. Celebration and support from our vibrant, diverse community. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Trumped economy! Song of the Turtle
Millions are still out of work, benefits scheduled to expire in a matter of days–an economic mess for the incoming administration. Detail, and suggestions, from Robert E. Scott, Director of Trade and Manufacturing Policy Research at the Economic Policy Institute. PLUS: a story of love, war, and vows of chastity. Hosted by Kris Welch.
In the last two weeks, Trump has fired four ranking members of the Defense Department and replaced them with hardcore loyalists—to him. How worried should we be? Hosted by Kris Welch.
Veterans Day—national politics turmoil!
An unprecedented moment (not another one!) provided by Donald Trump. John Nichols explains some options. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Election 2020—continued! The Town Crier!
Still nothing but uncertainty; how to interpret it? Isaiah Poole and John Feffer look at this moment from their perspectives, of long-time progressive organizing and long-time foreign policy expertise. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Election 2020!
Now what? Norman Soloman, progressive journalist, offers his analysis. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Election 2020 continued!
OH boy……Now what? Norman Solomon joins us to parse the current moment, and anticipate the next. Your phone calls welcomed! Hosted by Kris Welch.
Election 2020! Spiral Dance! Town Crier!
John Nichols talks about lame ducks, fake votes, and taking the Senate. PLUS: Spiral Dance season! Starhawk goes virtual. PLUS: The Town Crier, poet Raymond Nate Turner. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Cali fires! Mining the government!
Still burning! Many thousands in Southern California are being evacuated. We hear the latest from Julie Cart. PLUS: how Donald Trump is sabotaging the federal government. Hosted by Kris Welch.
Compassion + profit= healthcare reform? Afrofuturism!
The connection between public health and economic stability has never been more obvious. How do we improve both? Dr. Vivian Lee has answers. PLUS Devorah Major, a new book of poems, and Afrofuturism. With host Kris Welch.