Best Emerge Berkeley Podcasts (2025)

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Unmerited | Godly Pursuit | Garfield Harvey 42:33

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The resurrection empowers us to pursue godliness and faithfulness. As followers of Christ, we are called to live lives that reflect His resurrection power. This week, we’ll explore what it means to pursue righteousness, godliness, and faith, living in light of the eternal hope we have in Christ.By Emerge Berkeley

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American Jews and the Left 59:58

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Jews and the left have been closely associated with each other for well over a century, both in Europe where the Nazis genocidally linked one with the other, and in the United States. Scholar Benjamin Balthaser considers the history of American Jews and the left, including in opposition to Jewish nationalism, arguing that the recent florescence of …

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Technocreep 11:15

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Many new and emerging smart technologies are characterized as creepy. What’s the basis for these claims, and how should we respond to them? Neda Atanasoski and Nassim Parvin consider creepy technologies and their impact with an eye toward collective ethics, politics, and futures. They contest the notion that asserting privacy rights is the only way…

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BILLIONAIRE LEFTISTS BEHIND THE LAWFARE CHAOS! With Alex Marlow - #870 40:47

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Michael Savage speaks with Alex Marlow, editor-in-chief of Breitbart News. They explore Marlow's new book "Breaking the Law," which examines how America's legal system has been weaponized against conservatives. They delve into how billionaire leftists, like George Soros and the Sandler Family, are using their fortunes to fund activist organizations…

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The Making of an Antiracist and Anticapitalist 59:58

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White working class people are frequently dismissed by liberals as intractably racist — the purported bedrock of reaction in this country. While the support of working class whites has never been sufficient to explain the rise of Donald Trump, it’s still worth asking what does it take to shift the politics of white workers brought up conservative a…

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RUSSIA; WHATS NEXT? WHAT CAN HISTORY TEACH US? with Novelist Jeff Rovin - #869 44:17

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The world watches as President Trump meets with Russian President Vladmir Putin in a high stakes summit in Alaska to discuss the future of the Ukraine War. Michael Savage speaks with Jeff Rovin, a renowned novelist behind some of the top selling Tom Clancy novels. Savage and Rovin speculate on how the war will come to an end. They discuss Rovin's 2…

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Chinese and U.S. AI Applications in Public Administration: Lessons and Implications for Ukraine 1:18:46

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Artificial intelligence has been a frequent topic on Sinica in recent years — but usually through the lens of the two countries that have produced the leading models and companies: the United States and China. We’ve covered generative AI, national strategies, governance frameworks, and the geopolitical implications of AI leadership. This webinar, b…

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From lawless spaces to true liberty: rethinking AI's role in society 1:38:37

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Welcome back to Generally Intelligent! We’re excited to relaunch our podcast—still featuring thoughtful conversations on building AI, but now with an expanded lens on its economic, societal, political, and human impacts. Matt Boulos leads policy and safety at Imbue, where he shapes the responsible development of AI coding tools that make software c…

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Making Services Public 23:02

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The Left has decried the privatization of services like water and electricity. Is it enough to return them to public ownership and control? According to David A. McDonald, the goal should be more equitable, democratic, and non-marketized forms of public services. He considers the role that so-called remunicipalization can play in environmental and …

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Manipulating Alzheimer’s Research 0:45

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Billions of dollars have been spent on Alzheimer’s research over many decades, yet no effective treatment exists. Investigative journalist Charles Piller has revealed one reason for the impasse: pivotal scientific research into Alzheimer’s disease — affirming the hypothesis that it’s caused by sticky amyloid plaques in the brain — was based on mani…

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UKRAINE, GAZA & SITTING BULL (Surrendering with Dignity Has Historic Precedents) - #868 38:13

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Michael Savage discusses the current wars threatening world peace in Gaza and Ukraine. He shares his perspective on potential resolutions to stop the loss of life and suffering. He praises President Donald Trump for his efforts to help bring an end to these conflicts. Savage draws a historical parallel with the story of Sitting Bull, the Lakota lea…

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Nuclear Weapons, Ukraine, and Great-Power Competition 1:12:49

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Join me for a conversation with four fantastic panelists about nuclear safety and security issues brought on by Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine, and more broadly on the state of nuclear security globally during this era of dramatic change. This program was made possible by the Ukrainian Platform for Contemporary China and the Center for Sla…

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Preparing for Climate Emergencies 0:32

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The climate crisis no longer looms in the future, but has arrived in the form of deadly heat waves, enormous floods and wildfires, hurricanes, and droughts. It’s clear that, along with fighting to slow climate change, we also need to protect ourselves and the most vulnerable around us from the devastating effects of global warming — especially as t…

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Unmerited | Steadfast Faith | Garfield Harvey 37:15

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In the face of opposition and challenges, we are called to remain steadfast in our faith. This week, we’ll explore how God's strength equips us to stand firm, hold fast to hope, and endure in faithfulness, even when the world around us pushes against us.By Emerge Berkeley

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Christopher Perkins - Managing Partner and President - CoinFund 55:55

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Christopher Perkins is on the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission’s Global Markets Advisory Committee and its Digital Asset Markets Subcommittee, providing policy advice on digital assets and Web3 technology. Christopher Perkins is the Managing Partner and President of CoinFund, a digital asset investment firm focused on supporting the develo…

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FILMING A SCENE with JON VOIGHT - #867 25:02

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Michael Savage shares his experience acting in the film 'The Last Firefighter' alongside cinema legend Jon Voight. He describes the challenges of memorizing lines, the technical aspects of filming, and the spiritual depth of his role as Ezra, a Jewish fisherman. Savage emphasizes the power of words and prayer, recounts poignant moments from the fil…

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Phosphorus: Reaping the Harvest 53:31

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It’s both a precious resource and a dangerous pollutant, exponentially increasing crop yields, while fouling our waterways with blue-green algae. The element phosphorus has played a crucial role in agriculture and war, while its reserves are unevenly distributed, with much of the world’s supply located in the occupied territories of Western Sahara.…

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The World AI Conference in Shanghai: Two tech veterans share their impressions 1:26:01

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This week on Sinica, Paul Triolo of DGA Albright Stonebridge and tech investor Ryan Cunningham join to talk about their observations and insights from the World AI Conference (WAIC), held in July in Shanghai, and what it tells them about China's ambitions in the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence. Don't miss this one! 04:21 - Ryan on his …

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Radical Satisfaction 8:04

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When the system is stacked against you, when mainstream society sidelines you (or worse), where do you look for liberatory possibilities? Eve Dunbar describes how Ann Petry, author of the 1946 novel “The Street” as well as YA novels about Harriet Tubman and Tituba, insisted on satisfaction and not merely survival. Dunbar also talks about the value …

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THE HOMELESS PROBLEM- REOPEN THE MENTAL HOSPITALS - #866 29:44

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Savage criticizes the ineffective handling of the homelessness crisis, advocating for reopening mental hospitals instead of providing housing. The discussion includes a shocking incident where bystanders filmed rather than intervened during a rape crime on a Philadelphia train, blaming the inaction on fear of legal consequences due to liberal polic…

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Getting Homelessness Wrong 2:04

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Many assume the majority of people living on the streets struggle with mental illness or just need jobs — and that homelessness is unfortunate, but intractable. Longtime advocate for the unhoused, Mary Brosnahan, argues that these are myths, and that much of what we assume about homelessness is wrong. She posits that at its root is the capitalist c…

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Unmerited | Hopeful Living | Garfield Harvey 35:42

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Hope is a powerful force, and as believers, our hope shapes how we live today. This week, we explore how our future hopes shape our present actions, particularly in times of grief and adversity. Living with confident expectation changes our perspective and strengthens our endurance through trials.By Emerge Berkeley

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WHITE MALES NEED NOT APPLY! With Dr. Lawrence Krauss - #865 36:01

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Savage speaks with renowned theoretical physicist Lawrence Krauss to discuss the current challenges faced by science. Krauss explains how the politicization of science, and the influence of DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) initiatives on academia have eroded higher learning. They also reveal the adverse effects of DEI policies on the merit-ba…

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Anthony Scaramucci - Founder & Managing Partner - SkyBridge 44:55

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Anthony Scaramucci is an American financier, author, speaker and thought leader, and broadcaster who briefly served as the White House communications director. Anthony Scaramucci is the founder and managing partner of SkyBridge, a global alternative investment firm offering multi-strategy hedge fund products and advisory services for individuals an…

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Penny Power - Founder of Business is Personal - BIP100 Club 1:35:10

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Penny Power is an entrepreneur, author, keynote speaker, and community builder with over 25 years of experience. Penny Power is the founder of Business is Personal, a platform dedicated to helping business owners thrive through authentic networking, emotional intelligence, and peer-powered growth. She is a co-founder of BIP100 Club, a private commu…

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Chinese Cooking Demystified: Chris Thomas and Stephanie Li visit Shaxi! 1:17:54

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This week on Sinica: On my final two days in Shaxi in Yunnan, Chris Thomas and Stephanie Li, the hosts of the marvelous YouTube channel Chinese Cooking Demystified, joined me for some cooking and lots of chatting about food! We recorded this show together and focus our conversation on their heroic attempt at a taxonomy of different Chinese cuisines…

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Fund Drive Special: What It Takes to Heal 7:58

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Prentis Hemphill discusses their book “What It Takes to Heal: How Transforming Ourselves Can Change the World.” The post Fund Drive Special: What It Takes to Heal appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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Fund Drive Special: Preparing Oneself for Climate Emergencies 0:19

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The climate crisis no longer looms in the future, but has arrived in the form of deadly heat waves, enormous floods and wildfires, hurricanes, and droughts. It’s clear that, along with fighting to slow climate change, we also need to protect ourselves and the most vulnerable around us from the devastating effects of global warming — especially as t…

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A SAVAGE LIFE - Watching My Own Life On A Film Is Not Easy - #864 40:42

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Michael Savage reacts to the release of the biographical film based on his life, produced by and aired on Newsmax TV. He shares personal reflections on watching the film, detailing the emotional experience of seeing his life story unfold on screen. Savage conducts live calls with two key figures from the documentary: his attorney and longtime frien…

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Fund Drive Special: Emerson and the Stoics 59:59

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Mark Matousek discusses his book “Emerson, the Stoics, and Me: Timeless Wisdom for Living an Authentic Life.” The post Fund Drive Special: Emerson and the Stoics appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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Unmerited | Supreme Authority | Peter Chung 34:06

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Christ is supreme over all creation—Creator, Redeemer, and Head of the Church. This week, we’ll reflect on how His supreme authority shapes our lives. What does it look like to live under His leadership in every area of our lives, from our priorities to our actions and interactions with others?By Emerge Berkeley

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LIFE BEGINS AT 80; NEVER GIVE UP - #863 48:54

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Michael Savage shares his thoughts and gratitude about the upcoming Newsmax TV documentary about his life and work. He also reveals that he will have a role in an upcoming Hollywood film. He encourages listeners not to give up, regardless of age or setbacks, sharing his own struggles and perseverance through professional and personal obstacles. Sav…

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Fund Drive Special: Fighting for the Redwoods 7:51

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How was it that in less than two centuries the world’s tallest trees, the majestic redwoods, were almost logged off the face of the earth? And this despite the efforts over many generations, starting in the late 19th century, to preserve them. Greg King, writer and forest activist, argues that one of the world’s first greenwashing organizations – t…

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Erik Schwartz - Co-Founder and Chief AI Officer of Elysia.ai Labs - The Future of AI in Business 1:20:46

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Erik Schwartz is a technologist and serial entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in the tech sector, specialising in AI, information search and retrieval, and knowledge discovery. Erik is the Co-Founder and Chief AI Officer at Elysia.ai Labs. integrating Large Language Models (LLMs) and Generative AI into search technologies, offering autom…

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Prof. Ula Taylor - Department of African American Studies - University of California, Berkeley 1:14:06

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Prof. Ula Y. Taylor is a professor in the Department of African American Studies at the University of California, Berkeley. She specialises in African American history, black feminist theory, and intellectual traditions of African American women. Her research covers black nationalism, Pan-Africanism, and civil rights movements from 1890 to 1980. Sh…

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Fund Drive Special: Self-Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy 4:41

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Daniel Fryer talks about his book “How to Cope with Almost Anything with Hypnotherapy: Simple Ideas to Enhance Your Wellbeing and Resilience.” The post Fund Drive Special: Self-Hypnosis & Hypnotherapy appeared first on KPFA.By KPFA

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LAURA LOOMER + MICHAEL SAVAGE ON TRUMP, IMMIGRATION, AND RADICAL ISLAM - #862 38:37

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Michael Savage speaks with conservative firebrand Laura Loomer, independent journalist and the host of 'Loomer Unleashed.' They discuss why she has come under the radar of the media and her relationship with President Donald Trump. Loomer elaborates on her efforts to expose corrupt political figures, her investigation into judicial biases against T…

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Stani Kulechov - Founder of Aave Labs - DeFi - Future of Money 57:47

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Stani Kulechov is an entrepreneur and a pioneer in blockchain innovation, decentralised finance (DeFi) and the future of digital economies. He is the Founder of Aave, a decentralised lending platform on Ethereum that uses smart contracts and liquidity pools where depositors provide funds for borrowers. To read more about Stani Kulechov, please visi…

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Mitigating Flooding 57:07

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Floods are the most destructive natural disaster and, thanks to a heating climate, the damages caused by floods are expected to worsen significantly. Flood mitigation of the past, such as levies and dams, has proved inadequate and often counterproductive by mis-allocating precious resources. Tim Palmer argues that it’s time to start relocating our …

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Unmerited | The Frequency of Humility 38:58

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Christ’s willingness to humble Himself is the ultimate example of selflessness. This week, we’ll explore how His humility challenges us to live with a mindset that prioritizes serving others over seeking our own status. We are called to follow His example and reflect His attitude of humility and joy in all our relationships.…

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DINESH D'SOUZA + MICHAEL SAVAGE - 2 CONSERVATIVE GIANTS DISCUSS UKRAINE, EPSTEIN, BIDEN'S AUTOPEN - #861 44:35

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Michael Savage speaks with filmmaker and author Dinesh D'Souza about the hottest topics of the week. They discuss President Trump's stance on Ukraine, the controversial handling of the Jeffrey Epstein case, and the implications of Biden's autopen pardons. They delve into Trump's instincts versus ideological governance, the complexities of U.S.-Russ…

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Adam Tooze Climbs the China Learning Curve 1:03:28

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I'm in Shaxi, a wonderful little town in the Dali Bai Autonomous Prefecture, and I was joined here by the Columbia economic historian Adam Tooze, who shared his thoughts on what he sees happening on the ground in China. Adam's been in China for the last month and reflects on his experiences learning about the country — and even attempting the langu…

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Climate and Suffrage Struggles 59:58

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They fought to secure the vote for women. They used direct action, civil disobedience, and increasingly militant tactics to pursue their goals. Feyzi Ismail assesses the strategies and tactics of a group of British suffragettes with an eye toward building a more effective climate movement. Gregory Albo and Stephen Maher, eds. Socialist Register 202…

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Dr. Chris Trace - Chief Academic Officer - KEATH.ai 46:04

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Dr. Chris Trace is the Chief Academic Officer at KEATH.ai, an AI EdTech start-up that originated from the University of Surrey. He has also represented KEATH.ai at significant platforms, including UNESCO in Paris and the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) in London. Prior to this, Dr. Chris was the Head of Digital Learning at the Universit…

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Is Freedom a Choice? 7:12

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Our lives are filled with innumerable choices, such as for the countless array of products for us to buy, assuming we can afford them. Our politics are often framed as a question of individual, not collective, choice such as the freedom to choose to have an abortion or the act of casting one’s vote in secret, away from the eyes other others. Histor…

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RAPING THE EARTH IS NOT A CONSERVATIVE VALUE - #860 44:01

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Michael Savage shares an article he wrote for the Sierra Club Bulletin in 1981 about the need for a long term approach to conservation. He explains his decades-long stance and how conservation is a core tenet of conservatism. He criticizes the shortsighted rightwing for their exploitation of nature for short term economic gains at the expense of fu…

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Wobbly Extraordinaire 0:26

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Over the course of two decades, publications of the Industrial Workers of the World featured the influential writings of a hobo, transient worker, columnist, poet, and songwriter named T-Bone Slim. Owen Clayton talks about Slim’s focus on workers’ everyday lives under capitalism, his political stances, his use of humor, and his commitment to worker…

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Alive in Christ | Unity Restored | Garfield Harvey 38:55

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The resurrection has reconciled us to God and to one another. In Christ, the dividing walls are torn down, and all believers—Jews and Gentiles alike—are united as one body. This week, we’ll celebrate the unity we have in Christ and explore how the resurrection shapes our relationships within the church.…

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John Nahas - Chief Business Officer - Ava Labs - Blockchain Defi Future 54:46

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John Nahas is the Chief Business Officer at Ava Labs, the company behind the Avalanche blockchain. At Ava Labs, he drives strategic partnerships and international expansion in key markets including Asia, the Middle East, and Latin America. With a strong fintech background—having raised $18M and secured 43 licences at Onsa—he blends regulatory insig…

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TRUMP'S CRIME STANCE SHAPED BY MOM'S MUGGING! (Black Driver Was Hero!) - #859 56:10

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Savage discusses a shocking event that shaped Donald Trump's stance of crime when his elderly mother was mugged in Queens, New York in 1991. Savage explores how this event significantly contributed to Trump's views on criminal justice. He then weaves in personal anecdotes, including memories of his own mother, reflections on the second half of the …