Best Center for Immigration Studies Podcasts (2025)

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It's cuffing season. Why readers are hitched to romance novels 29:03

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Here & Now’s resident romance readers Kalyani Saxena and Hafsa Quraishi discuss their love for the genre and all its tropes, from friends-to-lovers to dark, torrid love affairs. And, Quraishi attended the Romantically Yours Book Convention in Orlando, Florida, to talk with attendees and featured authors about how the genre is growing and what draws…

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How a hostage family and Gaza aid worker are reacting to Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal 21:04

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Avihai Brodutch's wife and three young children were kidnapped by Hamas and taken into Gaza after the Oct. 7 attacks. They were later freed. We get his perspective on the ceasefire plan that Hamas and Israel have agreed to. Then, some Palestinians have begun celebrating already. Others, however, are more skeptical about whether this agreement will …

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Military Lawyers as Temporary Immigration Judges? 32:51

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This week’s Parsing Immigration Policy podcast examines the Trump administration’s initiative to temporarily detail military lawyers -- Judge Advocates General (JAGs) -- to serve as temporary immigration judges, with the first group beginning training this week. Host Mark Krikorian, executive director of the Center for Immigration Studies, is joine…

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Trump, the National Guard and the militarization of American cities 22:41

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When can a president invoke the Insurrection Act? The Brennan Center for Justice's Elizabeth Goitein explains. Then, we talk with Democratic Sen. Mark Kelly of Arizona about the government shutdown and why health care is the dividing line between Democrats and Republicans in shutdown negotiations. And, this year’s Nobel Prize-winning chemists desig…

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Hostage family, Palestinian man reflect on 2 years since Hamas attack on Israel 22:01

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Chicago, Portland clash with Trump over National Guard 21:04

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Undercounted: Treatment options limited as drugs flow into U.S. jails 26:38

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Statistics show about 60% of inmates have a substance abuse disorder, yet drugs are commonly smuggled inside U.S. jail facilities, contributing to overdose deaths in custody. And when jails have treatment options like methadone and Suboxone, there often aren't enough to go around. Here & Now’s Peter O’Dowd reports from a jail in Albuquerque, New Me…

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Colin Camerer: Econ's Neurovisionary 45:58

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An absorbing conversation featuring Colin Camerer (CASBS fellow, 1997-98), among the world's most accomplished scholars in both behavioral economics and neuroeconomics, with economist Stephanie Wang (2024-25). Camerer discusses his groundbreaking work on the neuroeconomics of self-control and habit formation; offers insights on generating ideas for…

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Undercounted: Why suicide is a leading cause of death in U.S. jails 25:49

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Mario Mason died by suicide in the Oklahoma County jail soon after he was convicted of murder in a dispute over a stolen car. His death wasn’t an outlier — data from the Marshall Project found that suicide is a leading cause of death in U.S. jails. Here & Now’s Peter O’Dowd reports from Oklahoma City. And, some U.S. jails are taking measures to red…

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Katie Lam, UK Shadow Minister, on Immigration 41:25

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This week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy features Katie Lam, Conservative Member of Parliament for Weald of Kent and a Shadow Home Office Minister, who brings a British perspective on the pressing issue of immigration. Since 1974, the UK’s immigration system has been marked by broken promises to the voters and rising numbers – despite repe…

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Undercounted: The hidden deaths in America’s jails 26:30

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Over a four-year period between 2019 and 2023, about 1,000 people died annually in U.S. jails. Nearly one-third of those deaths don't have a cause of death, according to an analysis of federal data by The Marshall Project. To kick off our series "Undercounted: The hidden deaths in America’s jail," Here & Now’s Peter O’Dowd speaks with Jay Aronson, …

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Episode 10: Roots and Resistance: The Legacy of Chicano/Latino Studies at Sacramento State 35:09

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Join Dr. Elvia Ramirez and Dr. Maria Vargas, faculty members at Sacramento State, for a compelling conversation on the past, present, and future of Chicanx/Latinx Studies at the university. In this episode, Dr. Ramirez traces the roots of Ethnic Studies at Sac State, spotlighting the powerful activism of Mexican American/Chicanx students who helped…

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Trump's plan for Gaza is not a done deal 27:21

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President Trump and Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu are urging Hamas to accept a 20-point U.S. peace deal. The plan calls for Hamas to disarm in exchange for an end to the fighting, aid to Palestinians, and the reconstruction of Gaza. Rachel Brandenburg of the Israel Policy Forum shares more. And, Oracle co-founder and chair Larry Elliso…

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What's next for the Mormon Church after death of longtime leader 20:40

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It was a hard weekend for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Longtime leader Russell M. Nelson died on Saturday at the age of 101. On Sunday, a deadly attack on a Mormon congregation in Michigan killed at least four people. We look back on Nelson's life and leadership with Patrick Mason, chair of Mormon history at Utah State Universit…

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What AI means for your money, music and love life 30:08

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If an artificial intelligence bubble is about to burst, could it also pop your 401(k)? Some big voices in AI — including Sam Altman, who co-founded the company that created ChatGPT — suggest AI stock may be overpriced. These AI companies make up a big proportion of many retirement funds. We discuss how to think about managing your money in this mom…

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Is now a good time to buy a house? 19:34

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The median price of a house sold in the United States in the second quarter of the year was the lowest it has been in about three years. But is now a good time to buy? Orphe Divounguy, economist at Zillow, explains the shifting market. And, President Trump has imposed a $100,000 fee on H-1B visas, sharply increasing costs for employers sponsoring s…

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Immigration Newsmaker: A Conversation with U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks 56:27

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The latest episode of the Parsing Immigration Policy podcast features the audio of a recent sit-down between Executive Director Mark Krikorian and Michael Banks, Chief of the U.S. Border Patrol. During an in-depth discussion, Chief Banks touched on the current state of border security, including apprehension numbers, maritime illegal immigration, n…

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Trump changes his mind on Ukraine 22:26

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President Trump now says Ukraine is in a position to win back land taken by Russia, calling Russia a "paper tiger." Here & Now security analyst Jim Walsh joins us to discuss what Trump's new position means for Ukraine and Europe. Then, Sen. Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) explains why expiring health care tax credits are the main sticking point in negotiatio…

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Trump says Tylenol causes autism. But what does science say? 19:44

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President Trump told pregnant women not to take Tylenol for pain to avoid having children with autism. Obstetrician and gynecologist Dr. Nisha Verma clarifies the science behind that claim. And, "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" will be back on the air Tuesday after ABC pulled the show in response to a Federal Communications Commission threat. Alex Weprin of Th…

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How Charlie Kirk’s memorial service galvanized the Christian nationalism movement 20:46

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During an hours-long memorial service for conservative activist Charlie Kirk, eulogists described him as a martyr and wove religion and politics together. Mike Cosper of Christianity Today explains what that means for Kirk’s brand of Christian nationalism. And, we speak with former Washington Post opinion columnist Karen Attiah, who lost her job fo…

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Allred, Talarico and the future of Democrats in Texas 18:03

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Texas state Rep. James Talarico announced earlier this month his run for a Senate seat held by Republican Senator John Cornyn. Talarico joins us to discuss his campaign and what the larger Democratic Party needs to do to regain power. And, one of Talarico’s Democratic challengers is former congressman, civil rights attorney and former NFL linebacke…

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Free speech advocate blames Kimmel suspension on FCC 'extortion racket’ 20:34

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ABC announced Wednesday that "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" would be taken off the air indefinitely amid pressure from the FCC over comments Kimmel made earlier this week about the murder of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The Hollywood Reporter’s Alex Weprin joins us. And, Bob Corn-Revere, chief counsel at the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expres…

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Immigration Newsmaker: A Conversation with USCIS Director Joseph Edlow 54:05

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The latest episode of the Parsing Immigration Policy podcast features the audio of a recent sit-down between Executive Director Mark Krikorian and Joseph Edlow, the newly confirmed Director of U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). In a wide-ranging discussion, Edlow laid out his priorities for the agency — from strengthening fraud dete…

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Expert warns U.S. strikes on alleged drug boats cross a 'dangerous line' 23:41

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President Trump has directed strikes on three boats this month that he claims were transporting drugs. Retired Navy Capt. Jon Duffy explains why he thinks the attacks cross a “dangerous line” and discard “the rule of law.” And, Trump says the U.S. and China have reached a potential deal to allow TikTok to keep operating in the U.S. Rep. Raja Krishn…

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Charlie Kirk assassination leads to free speech crackdown 23:59

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Former FBI agent and Yale University lecturer Asha Rangappa talks about Kash Patel's leadership of the FBI, after criticism grows over Patel's handling of the investigation into who killed conservative Charlie Kirk. Then, in the wake of Kirk's death, some Americans have lost their jobs for their social media posts about the killing. We hear more fr…

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“Time for an Awakening” with Bro.Elliott, Sunday 09/14/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST), guests; Members of the Digital Histories and Humanities Collective, The 1838 Black Metropolis 2:59:14

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“Time for an Awakening”, with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard Sunday 09/14/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST). Our guests were members of the digital histories and humanities collective, The 1838 Black Metropolis. The Philadelphia Black Metropolis was a city within a city built by more than 20,000 free Black people in Philadelphia in 1838. Our guests shared their w…

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Memphis on edge as Trump promises to send in National Guard 22:04

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President Trump announced on Friday he would be sending National Guard troops to Memphis to fight crime. Longtime Memphian and commentator Otis Sanford explains what's being said about Trump’s announcement. And, NPR’s David Folkenflik breaks down how the media are covering the political assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Then, aft…

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Episode 9: State of Affairs, Part III - Unmasking Project 2025: A Nation’s Crossroads 1:17:04

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Dr. Marie L. Mallare-Jimenez hosts Professor Emeritus Daniel Phil Gonzales for a riveting breakdown of the DT 2.0 administration’s radical “Project 2025.” In this third, and last, episode of State of Affairs: Reality or Fiction, the pair critically analyzes how this sweeping policy agenda threatens civil liberties, targeting birthright citizenship,…

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How New Mexico is making child care free 18:00

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New Mexico Early Childhood Secretary Elizabeth Groginsky talks about the state's plans to offer free child care for all starting in November. And, most people know Shari Lewis as a children's entertainer, ventriloquist and puppeteer. But Lisa D'Apolito's new documentary "Shari & Lambchop" portrays a driven, powerful, ever-adapting and profoundly ta…

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What the killing of Charlie Kirk says about America 21:33

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Arizona was central to conservative influencer and strategist Charlie Kirk's political vision. Soon after Kirk was killed on Wednesday, Here & Now's Peter O'Dowd stopped by a church that had been an important base for Kirk's activism. He spoke with supporter Scott Lovett. And, we look at how Kirk gained a massive following. Brigham Tomco, a staff w…

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Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier 30:36

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Florida has become a national leader in immigration enforcement, and this week’s episode of Parsing Immigration Policy features an in-depth conversation with Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier on the state’s high-profile role. Attorney General Uthmeier discusses Florida’s measures to enforce immigration law, protect public safety, and collabor…

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Russian drones shot down after entering Polish airspace 20:13

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NATO and Poland scrambled fighter jets on Wednesday to shoot down several Russian drones that entered Polish airspace. The Polish military called the incursion an act of aggression. NPR's Joanna Kakissis joins us from Kyiv. Then, Israel is facing criticism after it attacked Hamas leadership in Qatar. The airstrikes put ongoing hostage and ceasefire…

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Israeli bombs target Hamas in Qatar 23:44

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Israel struck a building in Doha on Tuesday that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu says housed Hamas leadership. The attack comes as Qatar was trying to help negotiate a peace deal between Israel and Hamas. Reuters’ Andrew Mills, who was just blocks away when the attack happened, explains more from Doha. And, new data about student test sco…

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“Time for an Awakening” with Bro.Elliott, Sunday 09/07/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST), guest; Author, Psychologist, Dr. Jerome Fox 2:57:37

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“Time for an Awakening”, with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard Sunday, 09/07/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST) our guest was Author, Psychologist, Dr. Jerome Fox. The discussion centered around weapons we can use (short-term and long-term), in this current struggle we're facing as a collective, by the Author of the book "Addicted to White: The Oppressed in League w…

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After immigration raid in Georgia, Koreans question U.S. alliance 20:44

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Seoul-based journalist Raphael Rashid talks about the explosive reaction in South Korea to the arrest last week of more than 300 South Korean immigrants working to build a battery factory in Georgia. Then, the Trump administration could start as soon as this week enforcing a ban on children without legal status in Head Start, which provides free ea…

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The superfans who made 'Jaws' a cult classic 32:29

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Embark on a journey to Martha’s Vineyard, the real-life “Amity Island,” for the 50th anniversary celebration of the blockbuster film “Jaws.” Through conversations with longtime fans, collectors, and cast members, we discover how Steven Spielberg’s monster movie became a cultural phenomenon that continues to inspire devotion and nostalgia across gen…

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Epstein survivor on why she doesn't support releasing names of his associates 20:52

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Liz Stein, a survivor of Jeffrey Epstein's sex trafficking, joins us to talk about why she wants the Department of Justice to continue investigating the case, but doesn't support publicly releasing a list of Epstein's associates. Then, Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. faced intense scrutiny from Democrats and some Republica…

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Stricter Vetting: USCIS Raises Bar for Immigration Benefits 29:41

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The latest episode of Parsing Immigration Policy features Elizabeth Jacobs, Director of Regulatory Affairs and Policy at the Center for Immigration Studies, discussing USCIS’s updated guidance on discretion in immigration benefits. Key Points: Beyond “Not a Criminal”: New USCIS policy updates require officers to engage in a more holistic analysis o…

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China holds a massive military parade. What message does it send to the U.S.? 22:50

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China held a massive military parade on Tuesday to mark the anniversary of the end of World War II. Russian President Vladimir Putin and North Korea's leader Kim Jong Un joined Chinese leader Xi Jinping to watch. NPR's Anthony Kuhn in Seoul and NPR's Charles Maynes in Moscow join us. Then, health policy reporter Julie Rovner talks about a push to g…

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As Israel intensifies Gaza offensive, ceasefire and hostage deals at impasse 20:48

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Some 60,000 Israeli reservists began mobilizing on Tuesday as Israel intensifies its offensive in Gaza City. Former Middle East hostage negotiator Gershon Baskin explains whether peace is even an option anymore. And, Congress must pass a spending bill by the end of the month to avoid a government shutdown. The Washington Post's Kadia Goba talks abo…

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“Time for an Awakening” with Bro.Elliott, Sunday 08/31/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST) guest; Scholar of Sovereign Studies, and founding executive director of the Center for Global Africa (CGA) Prof. Ezrah Aharone ... 3:01:35

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"Time for an Awakening”, with Bro. Elliott & Bro. Richard Sunday 08/31/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST), our guest was Author, Scholar of Sovereign Studies, and founding executive director of the Center for Global Africa (CGA) Prof. Ezrah Aharone. Efforts to chart new sovereign courses for our people are already underway. Prof. Aharone / The Center for Global…

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The fight to save America's 'seas of grass' 25:22

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Here & Now's Chris Bentley takes a walk through the Schurch-Thomson Prairie of southwestern Wisconsin with a crew of self-described "plant nerds" who are working to restore the American prairie. Then, we visit the nearby Paris Family Farm, where cows graze on pasture instead of eating feed. We hear why raising cows on pasture appeals to a growing n…

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Looking back on Hurricane Katrina, 20 years later 24:07

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After Hurricane Katrina, state officials in Louisiana accelerated their takeover of New Orleans’ lowest-performing schools. WWNO's Aubri Juhasz discusses the state of New Orleans' schools 20 years after Katrina. Then, 20 years ago, actor Wendell Pierce managed to evacuate his parents from the Ponchartrain Park neighborhood in the hours before Hurri…

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Why proposed cuts to rent aid are stalling affordable housing development 19:59

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President Trump has proposed scaling back federal funding for low-income renters as part of his budget for the next fiscal year that starts in October. Developers are already responding by scaling back projects that rent to people who depend on that aid to pay their rent. Denice Wint of EAH Housing, a low-income housing developer, explains more. An…

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Forcing Environmental Analysis of Policies That Increase Immigration 42:44

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A new episode of the Center for Immigration Studies podcast features Director of Litigation Julie Axelrod discussing the current status of the Center’s landmark National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) lawsuit, a new CIS case filed in Texas, and the recent “Alligator Alcatraz” litigation. Axelrod explains how the Trump administration is handling th…

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“Time for an Awakening” with Bro.Elliott, Sunday 8/24/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST), guest; Organizer, Journalist, Activist, Obi Egbuna Jr 2:52:00

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“Time for an Awakening” with Bro.Elliott & Bro .Richard, Sunday 8/24/2025 at 6:00 PM (EST), guest; Organizer, Journalist, Activist, Obi Egbuna Jr. Geopolitical & National issues were all part of the discussions with our guest. From the Cuban Medical Brigade trip to Burkina Faso and the Sahel region, to the Zionist incursion on the continent of Afri…

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Steep tariffs on goods from India take effect 17:37

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The U.S. imposed tariffs of up to 50% on India on Wednesday, threatening to raise tensions with a major trading partner and destabilize global markets. NPR's Diaa Hadid explains. And, EarthQuaker Devices, based in Akron, Ohio, makes guitar pedals for musicians who want to create distortion effects in both live and recorded performances. But the eve…

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Tracking the influence of the Make America Healthy Again movement 23:20

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One year ago, during the 2024 presidential campaign, Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. launched the Make America Healthy Again movement. Now as the head of Health and Human Services, Kennedy is trying to push through changes to policies around vaccines and food safety, and end the chronic disease epidemic. STAT reporter Isabella Cueto explains…

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How Trump is using the DOJ as his personal law firm 19:08

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President Trump is using the full force of the presidency to go after critics and people he believes are criminals. Law professor Kim Wehle talks about the implications of Trump's push to use the attorney general as his own personal lawyer. Then, Trump has suggested that Chicago could be the next U.S. city where he deploys National Guard troops aft…

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How sleep, exercise and a daily routine can improve your mental and physical health 31:24

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Research shows that developing a daily routine can positively impact mental health by creating a structure that helps reduce stress and anxiety. Mental health counselor Samantha Zhu explains how to create and stick to a routine. And, exercise improves not only physical health, but mental health too. It can be hard to start a fitness regimen, but fi…

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