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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.
Now more than ever: it's the economy stupid. Economist journalist Nomi Prins tells us what's what. PLUS: only Krissy Keefer could create a dance performance from the Tibetan Book of the Dead. We hear all about it. With host Kris Welch, nine to ten a.m. guests: Nomi Prins, economist; journalist (The Daily Beast, Mother Jones, … Continued
They're being sued by the Chamber of Commerce, so —they're opening a movie! The merriest pranksters of this era, tell us how to fix the world, and have fun doing it. PLUS: an Oakland tradition revives—with your help. With host Kris Welch, nine to ten a.m. guests: Antonia Juhasz, dir. The Chevron Program, Global Exchange; … Continued
A report accusing Israel of war crimes against Palestinians has been endorsed by the UN Human Rights Council. Now what? PLUS: a new book on Saudi Arabia from an author with unprecedented access to its leaders. AND: a new book, and slide show!, from theatre artist Leonard Pitt. With host Kris Welch, nine to ten … Continued
We speak with two Israeli teenage women who have spent time in jail rather than join the Israeli military. PLUS: a groundbreaking new study explores the ways spending time in nature makes us better people. With host Kris Welch, nine to ten a.m. guests: Maya Yeshieli Wind, 19, grew up in Jerusalem; touring Bay Area … Continued
We talk with New Orleans-based journalist Jordan Flaherty live from the parade marking the 4th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. PLUS: even the Pentagon wants climate change action—and that's a problem. We learn why. With host Kris Welch, nine to ten a.m. guests: Jordan Flaherty, union organizer; journalist (Counterpunch, etc.); ed. Left Turn Magazine Betsy … Continued
