Best Ruth Beltran Podcasts (2025)

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Supreme Court Allows Mass Firings - Jul 16, 2025 31:51

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Sarah joins us this week to talk about the latest updates on the Everglades Concentration Camp, Sayfollah Musallet and the Texas floodings that left 134 deaths. Finally, we listen to Brian Becker and Richard Wolff dive into the latest decision by the Supreme Court that enables Trump to fire tens of thousands of federal workers, putting many working…

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Big Beautiful Bill: An Attack Against the Working Class - Jul 9, 2025 30:00

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This week our host Jack joins us to discuss updates about "Alligator Alcatraz" and Benjamin Netanyahu's latest visit to the White House. After that we share a section from the podcast Freedom Side Live! where they discuss the devastating impacts of the "Big Beautiful Bill".

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The War on Iran: New Imperial Target - Jul 2, 2025 31:11

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Jack joins us this week to give us some updates on the new Trump's inhumane immigrant prison camp named "Alligator Alcatraz", the "Big Beautiful Bill" and Trump's latest aid package to the IDF. To dive deeper into the war on Iran and recent ceasefire we listen to The Socialist Program's interview with Professor Mohammad Marandi, an expert on Americ…

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Interview w/ Jay from Dream Defenders: Queer Joy, the Trans Experience and Intersectionality - Jun 25, 2025 43:21

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Anoosh joins us this week to interview Jay, a local activist from Dream Defenders. They discuss the experience of living in today's America being black and trans, and how to fight back against hatred through joy. Additionally, Sarah updates us on Trump's Iran Attacks and how to fight back against this new imperialist war.…

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Juneteenth: America's Real Liberation Day - Wed 06-18, 2025 30:13

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Jack, Sarah and Matthew join us this week to discuss the origins, local roots and meaning behind Juneteenth as America's most relevant holiday. We also discuss the news around local and national pro-Immigration protests, Israel's continued genocide in Gaza as well as indiscriminate attack against Iran and updates regarding the case of Maria “Lulu” …

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Fight Back Against Queer Oppression - Wed 06-11, 2025 28:54

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Alan gives accounts of LGBTQIA+ suppression and Queer Resistance in honor of Pride Month this week.

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St. Pete PRIDE vs. People’s Pride Coalition - Wed 06-04, 2025 29:00

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V joins Ira this week to discuss a pinkwashing and a growing rift in Pride representation.

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How Medicaid cuts will impact the disabled community - Wed 05-28, 2025 32:10

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Helen Beck and Mateo join Ruth this week to discuss 'the Big Beautiful Bill' and its impact on health care access to the differently-abled.

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The Dump Duke Energy Campaign - Wed 5-21-2025 29:16

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Jason Scott, Anoosh, and Mateo join Ruth this week to discuss the Dump Duke Energy campaign.

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Union Building w/ Mia Rawls - Wed 05-14-2025 29:22

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Mia Rawls and Anoosh join Ira this week to discuss Union building.

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Desantis' Citizens Petition Skullduggery & May Day Protest - Wed 05-07-2025 30:51

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Sarah and Anoosh join Ira this week to discuss changes to the Citizen's Petition process and the May Day Protest in Ybor City.

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May Day and Heydi Sanchez Tejeda - Wed 04-30, 2025 30:46

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Ruth and Anoosh join us this week to discuss the meaning behind May Day as an important date for workers rights and the inhumane deportation case of Heydi Sanchez Tejeda.

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Trump's War on DEI | Speeches from Black Revolutionaries - March 12, 2025 31:00

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Ira and Alan join us this week to discuss the ban on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by the Trump Administration. We talk about DEI's history, how it relates to Affirmative Action, and the effects of its complete eradication. Finally, we close with a few speeches and interviews from Black revolutionaries to celebrate the past Black History M…

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Procession is Coming - Mar 5, 2025 37:45

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This week, we decided to air an episode of The Socialist Program. Ruth introduces us to a conversation between Brian Becker and professor Richard Wolff where they discuss the decline in the economy, the increase in the cost of basic goods, the major downward shift in the European economies, and the impact of Trump's tarriffs on U.S. workers.…

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Say Their Names - Feb 26, 2025 2:14:26

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Ira introduces us to the full audio from Say Their Names event on Feb 22 in Sarasota. We hear speeches from local activists and mothers of victims of police brutality. The speakers include Ruth Beltran, Ira, Tracey Washington, Franki, Lisa Keys, Natasha Clemons, Deanna Joseph, Mona Hardin, Karen Wells, Selwyn Jones, and more.…

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Selection of Speeches II - Feb 12, 2025 30:16

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Ali introduces a few speeches from local organizers during a February 9 demonstration against Trump's anti-immigrant agenda in Sarasota, FL.

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Interview with Junior Salazar - Feb 5, 2025 53:38

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Ruth, Ira, and Firas sit down with Junior Salazar, a local activist, to discuss the recent threats on our immigrant communities and what we can do to fight back. Upcoming Events: Immigration Rights March @ Five Points Park Sunday February 9 from 12pm - 4pm

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Interview with Deanna Joseph - Jan 29, 2025 1:05:24

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Ruth sits down with Deanna Joseph of the Andrew Joseph Foundation to discuss the story of her son, Andrew Joseph. You can find more information about the Andrew Joseph Foundation at https://andrewjosephfoundation.com Upcoming Events: Tuesday 2/4: Organizing for Justice: Learn From Families and Survivors of Police Crimes C Blythe Andrews Library 260…

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Selection of Speeches - Jan 22, 2025 36:01

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Ruth introduces a few speeches from local organizers during our January 19 demonstration against Trump's right wing agenda in St. Petersburg, FL.

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California Wildfires & ICC sanctions - Jan 15, 2025 30:05

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Ira joins Ruth again this week to cover the devastationin California due to the wildfires, as well as a bill recently passed by the House of Representatives that would impose sanctions on the International Criminal Court. Join us this Sunday, January 19 at 2pm in Williams Park in St Pete for a demonstration against Trump's right wing agenda!…

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Military Service & Mass Casualty Events - Jan 8, 2025 29:42

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Ira joins Ruth this week to discuss the attacks in New Orleans and Las Vegas. We start the episode hearing from Mike Prysner, and then our hosts dive into what makes military service the number one predictor of becoming a mass casualty offender.

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Revolutionary Music - Jan 1, 2025 30:06

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Ruth DJs this week and shares a few revolutionary songs to welcome in 2025!

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Updates & Appointees - Dec 18, 2024 30:07

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Ira & Adam join Ruth to discuss some updates for the Uhuru trial, then we review some of Trump's appointees and how they will affect working Americans here in Florida and across the country. We are hosting a volunteer meeting this Saturday, December 21st! ️Register here: bit.ly/Jan20vol Join us Saturday, December 21st for these organizing meetings …

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After The Election - Nov 27, 2024 29:57

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Sierra & Adam share some clips from a live stream from The People's Forum NYC discussing what is to be done now that Donald Trump has been re-elected.

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House Bill 9495 - Nov 20, 2024 29:45

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Adam & Sierra join Ruth to discuss House Bill 9495 "The Nonprofit Killer Bill" making it's way through congress. We provide some background information about the history of this piece of legislation and how it threatens the existence of many nonprofits in our country. UPDATE: The House passed bill 9495 on Thursday November 21, 2024 with a vote 219-…

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Middle East Updates - Nov 6, 2024 30:25

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Ruth is joined by Ali, Adam, & Sierra to discuss updates from the Middle East and share information about a Palestinian study group for the book Trinity of Fundamentals. There is still time to join! Next study session is Sunday November 17. Click the link to join: https://tinyurl.com/yf95vbh3

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Voting Third Party - Oct 30, 2024 34:09

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Ruth & Adam get together one week before Election Day to discuss their thoughts. We listen to an interview from Prisca Dorcas Mojica Rodríguez posted to the Latina Rebels page about voting third party.

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ILA Dockworkers Strike - Oct 16, 2024 46:10

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Peyton from Breakthrough News joins Ruth to discuss the ILA Dockworkers Strike. We share an exclusive interview from the picket line with Nick DiFresco, President of ILA Local 1691.

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Hurricane Disaster Response - Oct 23, 2024 39:51

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Sierra & Adam join Ruth to discuss the Hurricane Disaster Response in central Florida.

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Spotlight: American Indian Movement - Oct 2, 2024 30:09

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Join us this week as Ruth and Adam chat with Sheridan, a local Indigenous rights activist with the American Indian Movement.

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Venezuelan Election - Aug 21, 2024 29:53

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Peyton from BreakThrough News joins Jack to discuss the recent election in Venezuela.

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Israel attacks Lebanon - Sep 21, 2024 30:27

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Join us this week as Ruth and Ali discuss Israel's recent pager attacks in Lebanon on September 17 & 18, 2024.

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The Uhuru Trial - Sep 14, 2024 29:50

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Join Ruth and special guest Sierra to discuss the Uhuru movement and trial in St. Petersburg, FL.

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Gaza is Forcing America's Hand 30:01

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Join us as Ruth discusses how the movement for Palestine is undermining US-Israeli relations! Also discussed is the brutal Israeli torture of Palestinian poltical prisoners.

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USF Students' Hunger Strike for Gaza 25:06

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In this episode, we focus on the hunger strike led by USF students, and are joined by organizers Will and Alina of the USF Divest Coalition.

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The Feminist Mythmaking of the Gaza Genocide 29:33

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By deceptively portraying its female soldiers as liberators confronting a misogynistic enemy, Israel seeks to reframe its militaristic oppression as a righteous feminist cause.

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Housework is Revolutionary Work 25:24

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In honor of Women's History Month, Ruth examines the bold visions and concrete programs of revolutionary women leaders - past and present - to uplift gender equality and dismantle patriarchal oppression. She contrasts their work to collectively value women's labor with how capitalist nations like the US funnel resources into militarism rather than …

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The Struggle for Women's Liberation 25:03

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In honor of Women's History Month, this episode of takes a look at the burden and exploitation faced by women under capitalist society. Ruth dives deep into the political economy and root causes of why "mommy is so tired" all the time. She also uplifts the historical examples of brave women fighters, resistors and educators who refused to accept th…

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The People Fight Back! The Local Struggle for Palestine 28:24

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Tune in to listen to Ruth's compelling interview with Lama from Dream Defenders, who speaks on the needed disruption of a Kathy Castor event. Kathy Castor, a member and Co-Chair of the Children Healthcare Caucus, has continued to maintain silence on the genocide of children in Gaza, and has upheld US support for the Israeli state. Later on the epis…

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The Whole System is Guilty! Breonte’s Death and Corrupt Policing 29:20

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Host Ruth is joined by guest Bobby to expose the injustice behind the police killing of Breonte’ L. Johnson-Davis and the web of lies and corruption used to shield the killer cops. They analyze disturbing discrepancies in the Palmetto PD's press conference and bodycam footage meant to justify this senseless murder. From officers caught laughing to …

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No Justice, No Peace: Holding Florida Law Enforcement Accountable 27:46

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Ruth investigates alarming reports coming out of Florida jails and prisons. According to a report by the NAACP, in one Florida jail alone, 21 inmates have died under suspicious circumstances with little accountability. From prisoners succumbing to treatable medical issues to beatings at the hands of guards, a disturbing pattern emerges - incarcerat…

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Permanent Ceasefire Now! 35:52

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Join us for a special episode this week, as hosts Caleb and Audrey delve into the Paris Peace treaty and the ongoing genocide in Gaza, using clips from Breakthrough News. The Paris proposal faces challenges and apprehensions from both sides. We explore the domestic and international pressures influencing Israel's war cabinet's deliberations. Additi…

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Disease, Bombing, and Corporate Lies: Breaking Down US-Israeli Strategy 28:53

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In this episode, we delve into the disease and starvation rampant in Gaza due to the bombing of the region's life-sustaining infrastructure. We also dissect the narrative of Iranian proxies frequently portrayed in corporate media, separating truth from misinformation.

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From the Belly of the Beast, Hands off the Middle East 27:56

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In this episode, Ruth brings the sounds of nationwide protests to your ears, covering the spirit of resistance from Texas to Tampa. Despite the state's violent attempts to silence these voices, the people remain undeterred. We also cover the tenacious resistance of the Yemeni people, challenging the narrative spun by the American state. This episod…

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400,000 March on Washington for Gaza! 28:50

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The people have once again shown that they reject the US-Israeli invasion of Gaza! Massive crowds turned out in Washington D.C. for a march demanding justice for Palestine. Millions of others held similar actions elsewhere, including in South Africa, Japan, Turkey, South Korea, Indonesia, Ireland, New Zealand, Austria, Australia, Finland, as well a…

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Police Brutality in the Suncoast - Justice for Breonte'! 27:18

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Join Ruth in a deeply moving conversation with Tracey Washington, a resilient mother who shares how the Palmetto Police Department brutally murdered her son Breonte' Johnson-Davis Sr. Breonte’, a devoted father, co-founder of a family business, and a young man grappling with addiction, became a victim of police brutality on November 1st, 2023. Duri…

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Shut it down for Palestine! Last Episode of 2023 24:58

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This episode is dedicated to the true heroes of 2023: The Palestinian People

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Free Free Palestine! 30:01

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Last Saturday we saw a historic display of resistance from the Palestinian people. We saw Gazans break out of their open air prison and strike a blow against their oppressors. To discuss this, give context, and speak about the role of progressives and socialists here in the US, we have Ali Abdel-Qader from the Party for Socialism and Liberation to …

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Historic UPS Strike Looms 30:01

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UPS drivers and warehouse workers are prepared to go on strike at the end of this month if UPS does not accept their demands in their contract negotiation. This nationwide strike would be historic as UPS transports about 4% of US GDP daily and pulls in $300M every month. We are very excited to be joined by local UPS driver and Teamsters steward Ant…

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Starbucks Workers in Sarasota Organizing to Form a Union 30:01

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(Originally aired June 22 2023) Starbucks workers at the Honore and University location in Sarasota have announced their intention to have a union vote early next month! We interviewed two partners at the location who have been playing leading roles in the unionization effort. They spoke on the issues that the workers there have been facing, the re…