Mid-Atlantic - conversations about US, UK and world politics
325 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day ago - ★★★★★ - 70 ratingsChit chat and debate about politics and culture in the US and UK, with Host Roifield Brown and guests.
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Echoes of 1967: Decoding the Six-Day War's Lasting Impact
December 19, 2023 11:11 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBSummary of the Show: The podcast episode, hosted by Roifield Brown in London, delves into the historical complexities of the Six-Day War of 1967, its aftermath, and its impact on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The episode features two main guests: Benny Morris, an acclaimed Israeli historian, and Mitchell Newmark, an associate professor in the history department at the College of Arts and Letters in Sacramento, with a history PhD from UCLA. Key Points Addressed: Origins of the Six-Day ...
Sunak's Struggle: the Tory Rebellion and the Rwanda Bill Crisis
December 15, 2023 00:56 - 45 minutes - 42.1 MBIn this episode, we delve into the controversial Rwanda bill and its implications for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and the Conservative Party. We discuss the internal rebellion within the Tory party, led by its right-wing caucus, challenging Sunak's leadership over this divisive bill. The episode also sheds light on the bill's rocky journey through Parliament and the broader political landscape in the UK. Host: Roifield Brown Guests: Mic Wright - Journalist and writer - Founding pundit of t...
Broke Britain: A Roadmap to Economic Renewal with Emily Fry
December 13, 2023 12:44 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBHost Roifield Brown sits down with Emily Fry from the Resolution Foundation to dissect the UK's current economic challenges. They explore the deep-rooted issues of stagnant wage growth, high inequality, and regional disparities, contrasting the UK's economic landscape with other countries. The conversation delves into the intricacies of fiscal policies, the role of technology in shaping the future of work, and strategies to reduce inequality. With a focus on inclusive economic growth, they d...
Chile's Constitutional Upheaval
December 12, 2023 18:36 - 1 hour - 56.7 MBIntroduction: Host: Roifield Brown Guest: Peter Siavelis, Professor in the Department of Politics and International Affairs, Wake Forest University Topic: Exploration of Chile's political landscape from the 2019 protests to Gabriel Boric's presidency. Episode Breakdown: The Spark of 2019: Discuss the eruption of protests in 2019 demanding social equality and a new constitution. Analyse the root causes and the impact on Chilean society and politics. From Allende to Pinochet: Delve in...
Javier Milei - Argentina's Bold Leap
November 27, 2023 19:59 - 49 minutes - 45 MBThis episode of "Mid Atlantic" delves into the political and economic upheaval in Argentina following the election of Javier Milei as president. Host Roy Phil Brown and guest Daniel Schweimler explore the implications of Milei's victory for Argentine politics, the economy, and the broader South American context. Daniel Schweimler is an Al Jazeera correspondent based in Buenos Aires, who has extensive experience reporting on Argentina's complex political and economic landscape. He has been o...
Revisiting Vietnam: The My Lai Massacre - Marshall Poe
November 22, 2023 19:50 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBThis episode delves deep into the Vietnam War, specifically focusing on the My Lai Massacre. The guest, Marshall Poe, an expert historian on the Vietnam War, discusses the causes and implications of the My Lai Massacre, drawing parallels with modern military conflicts. He emphasises the complexity of war, the difficulty in distinguishing between civilians and combatants in counterinsurgency, and the psychological and operational challenges faced by soldiers. The conversation also explores th...
Turbulent Politics: GOP Jostling and UK's Chaotic Week
November 17, 2023 03:26 - 47 minutes - 43.3 MBMain Topics: Republican Party's Presidential Campaign: Analysis of the shifting dynamics after Senator Tim Scott's withdrawal. Focus on Donald Trump's lead, Nikki Haley's ascension, and the strategic implications for the GOP. UK Politics: A turbulent week, including the sacking of the Home Secretary, the recall of David Cameron, and the Supreme Court ruling on the Rwanda refugee plan. Guests: Zee Cohen Sanchez, Logan Phillips, Leah Brown, Corey Bernard Key Quotes: On Political Dynamics:...
The Democrats Sweeping Victories - Gaza in US and UK politics
November 10, 2023 17:34 - 51 minutes - 46.9 MBBrief Summary: In this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown and a panel of experts dissect the Democratic Party's significant victories in recent U.S. elections. The discussion covers various aspects, including the impact of local issues, the role of abortion rights, and the influence of President Biden's administration on these outcomes. The episode also delves into the dynamics of the conflict in Gaza and its repercussions in U.S. and UK politics. Longer Summary: In a detailed...
1948 - Israel and Palestine - Benny Morris
November 09, 2023 06:06 - 1 hour - 110 MBSummary In this thought-provoking episode of Mid Atlantic, we dive deep into the historical roots and contemporary implications of the Israel and Palestine conflict, with a special focus on the events of 1948. Renowned Israeli historian Professor Benny Morris provides a critical examination of the conflict's history, the Palestinian refugee problem, and the recent shocking events of October 7th. As tensions escalate in the Middle East, Morris's insights offer a poignant reflection on the pa...
British Politics isn't Right enough: A Conversation with Calvin Robinson
October 26, 2023 21:08 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBWe dive deep into the heart of contemporary British issues and ethics with Calvin Robinson, a figure known for his provocative stance in the UK media landscape. As a clergyman and a critic of liberalism and metropolitan elitism, Robinson brings a unique perspective to the table, challenging the status quo and offering insights into the complexities of modern Britain. Episode Summary: Calvin Robinson's Background: Once a familiar face on GB News, Robinson is not just a media personality but...
The Israel and Hamas conflict - Week 2
October 23, 2023 20:07 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBWith the situation intensifying in Israel and Palestine, the podcast brings insights from Adam Block from Efrat Israel, Daniel Boardman, the Senior Correspondent for the National Telegraph in Canada, and Dr. Ibrahim Haroub from Hebron on the West Bank, a professor at Bethlehem University specialising in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The episode captures the tumultuous events in the Middle East, from potential invasions to the significant role of the US in the ongoing crisis. Roifield Br...
GOP's Speaker Dilemma, Labour's Rising Tide and Israel and Palestine
October 20, 2023 02:37 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBThe episode begins with a comprehensive analysis of the Republican party's leadership turmoil, particularly focusing on Jim Jordan's controversial candidacy for the Speaker position. Despite his long-standing presence in Congress, Jordan's lack of significant legislative accomplishments and his polarising nature, backed by conservative media and connections to former President Trump, are highlighted. Speakers: Roifield Brown (Host) Cory Bernard: Political commentator from Manchester, Engl...
Google and Amazon in the Antitrust Crosshairs - Adam Kovacevich
October 17, 2023 00:20 - 31 minutes - 28.7 MBEpisode Summary: Host Roifield Brown discusses the landmark antitrust trial between the U.S. Department of Justice and tech giant Google with guest Adam Kovacevich, the founder and CEO of the Chamber of Progress. The trial centers around Google's dominance in internet search and its potential anticompetitive practices. They explore whether Google's position is a result of genuine market success or if it has leveraged its power unfairly. The conversation also touches on the Federal Trade Com...
Hamas attacks Israel: Voices from Both Sides
October 12, 2023 20:01 - 1 hour - 59.7 MBRoifield Brown delves deep into the escalating crisis between Israel and Palestine, particularly focusing on the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel. The episode features a diverse panel of voices, including Yehudah Mirsky, a Professor of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies; Dr. Ibrahim Horoub, a Palestinian professor from Bethlehem University; Moav Vardi, a prominent Israeli journalist; and Mohammad Manasrah, an educator from the West Bank. Quotes: "I've always believed in the two-state solutio...
Puerto Rico's Quest for Statehood: A Conversation with George Laws Garcia
October 09, 2023 04:54 - 58 minutes - 53.8 MBHost: Roifield Brown, currently in Ottawa, Canada. - Guest: George Laws Garcia from the Puerto Rico statehood council. With over 18 years of experience in public policy and government intergovernmental affairs. Advised governors, members of Congress, federal agencies, and national nonprofit organizations. - Discussion Topics: - Comparison of Washington DC's and Puerto Rico's drive towards statehood. - The unique challenges both territories present to the U.S. and its governance. - Th...
Political Whirlwinds: The US House's Unprecedented Shifts and the UK's Conservative Quandary
October 06, 2023 04:53 - 52 minutes - 48.5 MBCory Bernard political commentator from Manchester Zee Cohen-Sanchez - Director Of Operations at campaign operation Sole Strategies in Nevada Leah Brown FRSA Founder and CEO Broadstairs Consulting Ltd broadstairs Kent Aram Fischer, california political activist and strategist Steve O’Neil political adviser and the host of the No mans Land podcast US Politics: Examination of Kevin McCarthy's short tenure as speaker and its implications for the Republican Party. Analysis of the division...
Shutdown Showdown & Kier Starmer's Brexit Brouhaha.
September 29, 2023 05:07 - 54 minutes - 49.8 MBPodcast Show Notes Summary: Host: Roifield Brown This episode delves deep into the political landscapes of the U.S. and the U.K, dissecting the unique government shutdown in the U.S. and exploring the implications of Keir Starmer's stance on Brexit in the U.K. U.S. Government Shutdown: Main Discussion: The podcast explores the current government shutdown in the United States, highlighting its distinctiveness as it emerges from a power struggle within the House of Representatives. Guests...
Be Broke Be Birmingham
September 26, 2023 23:09 - 1 hour - 62 MBGuests: - Professor Carl Chinn, MBE A historian, he's a broadcaster and author. - Jane Hayes She's an award winning, the award winning politics and people editor of Birmingham Live - Jez Collins The founder of the Birmingham musical archive, - Alex Yip Conservative councillor for the city of Birmingham representing Sutton Coldfield Wylde Green Overview: In this episode, host Roifield Brown talks about the multifaceted crisis Birmingham is experiencing, focusing on the city's financia...
Biden's Global Vision and a Municipal Crisis: Insights from the UN and Birmingham
September 22, 2023 04:00 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MBIn this podcast episode, host Roifield Brown is joined by a diverse panel, including political pollster Logan Phillips, Doug Levy, Tonye Altrade, Zee Cohen Sanchez and the Manchester native Corey Bernard. The episode begins with a deep dive into President Biden's recent speech at the United Nations General Assembly, focusing on themes of reconciliation, global collaboration, and addressing climate change. The panel discusses Biden's message to China, the significance of his visit to Vietnam,...
Impeachment Inquiry and Crumbling Infrastructure: Challenges on Both Sides of the Atlantic
September 15, 2023 19:50 - 46 minutes - 43 MBIn this episode of the "Mid Atlantic" podcast, host Roifield Brown discusses the ongoing impeachment proceedings against President Joe Biden with a panel of guests. The panel includes Emma Burnell, a UK journalist in London; Zee Cohen Sanchez, a political strategist in Nevada; Logan Phillips, a political pollster in D.C.; Tonya Altraide, a philosopher and non-conformist in London; and Steve O'Neill, the ex-deputy head of policy with the Liberal Democrats, also in London. The discussion revo...
Exploring the Promise and Pitfalls of AI: A Conversation with Max Sklar
September 05, 2023 17:19 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBIn this episode, Roifield introduces Max Sklar, the creator of the Local Maximum podcast. Max is known for his exploration of tech, math, and political philosophy with leading experts. He played a key role in developing Foursquare's city guide rating system, combining data from 120 million global points of interest and 500 million data points. The conversation delves into the future disruption caused by AI and the critical ethical and regulatory considerations governments face, such as miti...
Racial Extremists and Murder: A Transatlantic Perspective.
September 01, 2023 14:57 - 48 minutes - 44.8 MBMid Atlantic" podcast, host Roifield Brown delves into the temperature around race, immigration, and hate in the US and the UK. He gathers a panel of experts to discuss the recent racially motivated attack in Florida and its connection to far-right extremism. The attack resulted in the deaths of three individuals, carried out by a white 24-year-old who left behind a disturbing manifesto. The Justice Department is investigating it as a hate crime and an act of racially motivated political ext...
Navigating AI for the Future
August 29, 2023 15:05 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBIn this podcast episode, we introduce a diverse group of individuals who share their insights and perspectives on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in our lives. Roifield Brown serves as our host, guiding the conversation through a range of viewpoints. Laura Babcock, hailing from Hamilton, Canada, brings her expertise as a communication strategist and media commentator who has harnessed AI for writing, editing, and design. Her enthusiasm for AI's creative potential and innovative cap...
Unveiling Injustice: America's Flawed Justice System - Stephen B Bright
August 25, 2023 11:42 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBTodays podcast explores America's Flawed Justice System. Today's guest is esteemed awyer Stephen B. Bright, a renowned in law and justice advocate. We delve into Stephen's book, "The Fear of Too Much Justice." which reveals systemic failures in the US criminal justice system, highlighting inequality, injustice, and its struggles for fair trials. Stephen's experience includes teaching law at Yale and Georgetown, directing the Southern Center for Human Rights, and advocating in Supreme Court ...
Balancing Scales: Trump's Indictment and The Impact of The Woman's World Cup
August 18, 2023 11:58 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MBIn this episode, a diverse panel discusses two topics: the global impact of women's sports and the latest indictment of Donald J. Trump in Georgia. The indictment raises questions about the intersection of justice and politics, impacting the 2024 election. The panel includes Michael Donoghue, an author and political enthusiast from Los Angeles; Logan Phillips, a political pollster from DC; Corey Bernard, a political affairs expert from Manchester; and Leah Brown, CEO of Broadstairs Consultin...
Unveiling the Crossroads: Abortion Rights, Ballot Defeats, and Political Landscape Shifts in US and UK
August 11, 2023 14:16 - 43 minutes - 39.8 MBIn this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown welcomes Emma Burnell, a UK journalist in London; Logan Phillips, a political pollster in Washington, D.C. and Corey Bernard, a political pundit in Manchester. The discussion revolves around a pivotal political moment in the United States. The main topic is a Republican proposed constitutional amendment, Issue One, which faced a resounding defeat in a recent special election. The amendment aimed to raise the threshold for future constitu...
Trump's Indictment: Unpacking the Impact on Politics and American Democracy
August 04, 2023 13:43 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MBIn today's episode Roifield speaks to powerhouse panel to discuss the recent indictment of Donald J. Trump. Panelists include UK-based journalist Emma Burnell, political strategist Zee Cohen Sanchez, political pollster Logan Phillips, diversity speaker Denise Hamilton, and freelance writer Doug Levy. The indictment revolves around Trump's role in the January 6th attack on the Capitol, where he stands accused of inciting the crowd to storm the Capitol and spreading false claims about the 202...
Twitter's X Factor: The Branding Gamble and can we fix Britain
July 28, 2023 17:55 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBIn this episode, we explore Elon Musk's fascination with the letter X and its impact on Twitter's rebranding. Our panel of experts includes Mekey Gabriel, a financial and economic expert from Houston, Corey Bernard, a political pundit from Manchester, Leah Brown from Kent, and Zee Cohen Sanchez, a political activist and CEO from New York. Twitter's recent rebranding to "X" has sparked heated discussions. Zee expresses skepticism, believing that Twitter's iconic branding was a key strength, ...
UK By-Elections Shake Political Landscape: Labour Celebrates, Tories Hold On Amidst Challenges
July 21, 2023 15:26 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBIn this edition of Mid Atlantic, Roifield Brown discusses the aftermath of recent triple by-elections in Britain, which have been bad news for the Tories. Labour secured victories in Selby and Anstey, overturning a significant Tory majority, while the Liberal Democrats unseated the Conservatives in Somerton and Frome. The by-elections were triggered by Boris Johnson's resignation, and the Tories managed to hold on to his old seat in Uxbridge and South Ryslip with a reduced majority. These b...
Age, Prejudice, and Effective Leadership: Unpacking President Biden's Potential Re-election
July 21, 2023 00:51 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBRoifield Brown is back home in Birmingham, England, with guests Denise Hamilton, CEO of Watch her Work from Houson, Texas, Leah Brown, CEO of Broadstairs Consulting from Kent, UK, and Jared Kobek, a Turkish American writer from Los Angeles, US. They discuss the potential implications of President Biden seeking re-election at the age of 82 and whether concerns about his age are valid. Jared believes ageism is at play, while Denise values wisdom and effectiveness over age-related concerns. Lea...
Decoding the Republican Party's Presidential Primaries: Runners and Riders
July 10, 2023 08:58 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MBIn this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown engages in a conversation with Logan Phillips, the head of The Race to the White House website, to analyse the Republican Party's presidential primaries. They discuss the historical context of large Republican candidate fields and explore whether it reflects media opportunism or ideological diversity within the party. The discussion covers various declared runners and riders in the current GOP primary race, including Donald Trump, Chris C...
The Rising Tide of Conflict: the Alarming Surge in Global Deaths
June 28, 2023 20:15 - 47 minutes - 43.8 MBRoifield Brown discusses the latest research from the Institute of Economics and Peace with Thomas Morgan. The study reveals that conflict-related deaths in 2022 were the highest of this century, occurring across various conflicts worldwide. While global GDP has risen alongside these deaths, the correlation between prosperity and conflict is complex. Factors such as good governance and a sound business environment contribute to reducing conflict, but they are not sufficient on their own. Add...
The UK dumps Johnson, but the US is stuck with Trump.
June 16, 2023 00:07 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this episode, we look at the political news surrounding Trump and the ex-UK PM Johnson and ask why Republicans can't do what the Conservative Party in the UK can: dump a political leader who has passed his sell-by date. Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 charges, including 31 counts of willful retention of national defence information, after being indicted by the Department of Justice for potential mishandling of classified documents. His arraignment took place in Miam...
UK can dump Johnson, but the US is stuck with Trump.
June 16, 2023 00:07 - 58 minutes - 53.7 MBIn this episode, we look at the political news surrounding Trump and the ex-UK PM Johnson and ask why Republicans can't do what the Conservative Party in the UK can: dump a political leader who has passed his sell-by date. Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 charges, including 31 counts of willful retention of national defence information, after being indicted by the Department of Justice for potential mishandling of classified documents. His arraignment took place in Miam...
Thom Hartmann - The Hidden History of American Democracy
June 12, 2023 16:15 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MBThom Hartmann is an American author, radio host, and progressive political commentator. Hartmann has written numerous books on a variety of topics, including American politics, economics, and the environment. He is best known for his radio show, "The Thom Hartmann Program," which airs nationally in the United States. The show focuses on political and social issues from a progressive perspective. Hartmann has also appeared on various television programs, including "The Daily Show with Jon St...
Can we save local journalism in an age of social media
June 04, 2023 17:33 - 57 minutes - 52.6 MBKatherine Brodsky is a freelance writer, Katherine has also contributed to publications such as The Washington Post, WIRED, Esquire, The Guardian, Newsweek, USA Today, CNN, The Independent, Playboy Magazine, New York Magazine/Vulture, AFAR, Entertainment Weekly, USA Weekend, Mashable, Elle Canada, Backstage, MovieMaker Magazine, Montecristo, NUVO, Delta Sky Magazine, Time Out, Canadian Traveller, and many others. The rise of citizen journalism has been seen as a solution to the problems th...
Humza Yousaf and The SNP, is Scotland further from independence?
April 11, 2023 13:05 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBToday we speak to Scottish pundit Lesley Riddoch an award-winning broadcaster, journalist and author about Scotland's new first minister and the issues faced by the SNP. Humza Yousaf has pledged to be a "first minister for all of Scotland" after being chosen by party members to replace Nicola Sturgeon. Mr Yousaf, who had been serving as health secretary, also vowed to "kickstart" a grassroots campaign that would "ensure our drive for independence is in fifth gear". Here are some of the oth...
Hamza Yousaf and The SNP, is Scotland further from independence?
April 11, 2023 13:05 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBToday we speak to Scottish pundit Lesley Riddoch an award-winning broadcaster, journalist and author about Scotland's new first minister and the issues faced by the SNP. Hamza Yousaf has pledged to be a "first minister for all of Scotland" after being chosen by party members to replace Nicola Sturgeon. Mr Yousaf, who had been serving as health secretary, also vowed to "kickstart" a grassroots campaign that would "ensure our drive for independence is in fifth gear". Here are some of the oth...
Hamza Yousaf and SNP, is Scotland further from independence?
April 11, 2023 13:05 - 1 hour - 60.5 MBToday we speak to Scottish pundit Lesley Riddoch an award-winning broadcaster, journalist and author about Scotland's new first minister and the issues faced by the SNP. Hamza Yousaf has pledged to be a "first minister for all of Scotland" after being chosen by party members to replace Nicola Sturgeon. Mr Yousaf, who had been serving as health secretary, also vowed to "kickstart" a grassroots campaign that would "ensure our drive for independence is in fifth gear". Here are some of the oth...
How to save democracy - Eli Merritt
April 04, 2023 20:31 - 1 hour - 65.4 MBOn this episode of Mid Atlantic, we speak to Eli Merritt author of How to Save Democracy' we explore the themes in the book, 'How to Save Democracy'. Eli talks about the key principles of democratic success, including never taking democracy for granted, and the importance of equality, inclusion, and diversity. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Are we in a world wide banking crisis? - Mekey Gabriel
March 30, 2023 07:08 - 59 minutes - 54.3 MBMekey Gabriel is a long-term investor who is passionate about finance, tax, investments and estate planning. She helps us today to look at the recent banking crisis across the globe. This month has seen the largest U.S. banking failure since the 2008 financial crisis when regulators closed SVB and seized its deposits, and the second largest ever with the buyout of the 167-year-old Swiss bank Credit Suisse. The SVB collapse was due to the need for it to raise $2.25 billion to shore up its ba...
Will Gary Lineker, change government policy and topple the BBC chairman?
March 14, 2023 23:31 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBThis weekend, Match of the Day was broadcast without presenters, pundits, or commentators after Gary Lineker was suspended from the BBC for breaching impartiality guidelines with his criticism of the government's asylum policies. In solidarity with Lineker, Ian Wright, Alan Shearer, and other pundits have refused to present the show, leading the BBC to only feature match footage. Initially, the BBC had put pressure on Lineker to agree to their terms on his future use of social media, but on ...
Taxation without representation Washington DC - Bo Shuff
February 20, 2023 19:08 - 55 minutes - 51.2 MBBo Shuff serves as the Executive Director for DC Vote having been promoted from Director of Advocacy in June of 2017. Bo has spent the last twenty years on the front lines of both electoral and advocacy politics. From being a member of the Gore election team in Florida in 2000 to being on the staff of HRC from the Lawrence decision through the 2006 Marriage Amendments, Bo somehow finds himself engaged in some of the hottest political moments. In addition to organizational advocacy work his e...
Leslie Herod Denver's next mayor?
February 10, 2023 16:03 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBLeslie Herod The first openly gay, Black person elected to the Colorado state legislature. She was first elected in 2016 and most recently re-elected for a fourth and final term to the Colorado State House of Representatives - representing House district eight. During the 2021 legislative session, Herod was appointed to the state's coveted Joint Budget Committee. During the previous session, Herod was vice-chair of the Judiciary Committee. She's now a mayoral candidate in Denver. The electi...
What candidates do to win campaigns - Zee Cohen-Sanchez
January 23, 2023 16:28 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBFrom fundraising, field operations, public relations, and digital strategy, Zee Cohen-Sanchez and her team at Sole Strategies support Democratic candidates running for office. Roifield speaks to her about her ethos and what is needed for messaging and success for prospective politicians. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
2022 in review.
December 28, 2022 13:37 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBGuests of Mid Atlantic give their thoughts on the events of 2022. We are Joined by Laura Babcock, Doug Levy, Greg Satell, Pytor Kurzan, Emma Burnell, Steve O'Neil, Mike Holden, Jarett Kobeck, David Volodzko, Amy Everett, and Iain Dale Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Forecasting US elections with Logan Phillips
December 20, 2022 05:16 - 1 hour - 59.6 MBRoifield speaks to Logan Phillips from RacetotheWH which uses data to predict elections and tracks the latest polling in both general elections and primary races. They've proven to be one of the most accurate election forecasters in the nation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Iranian Uprising Explained
December 15, 2022 05:32 - 1 hour - 56.1 MBMy guests today are Moj Mahdra a founding member of the Iranian Diaspora Collective, which was just created in response to the Iranian uprisings and Helen Kamali an Iranian-American and Co-Founder of The Azadi Co which is a streetwear for freedom project that donates funds to Iran-centric charities. Human Rights activists in Iran claim that At least 470 people have been killed since the demonstrations began and more than 18,000 have been arrested. We ask if these protests will topple the r...
Georgia's run off election win and the UK census result
December 08, 2022 07:51 - 52 minutes - 48.4 MBGeorgia U.S. Senate Runoff Election Results Senator Raphael Warnock defeated his challenger, Herschel Walker, a former football star and Trump-backed Republican, in the Georgia runoff what does this mean for the Democrats and the Republicans and 2024? The 2021 UK Census England and Wales are now minority Christian countries, the UK census reveals. Data also shows Leicester and Birmingham have become the UK’s first ‘minority majority cities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...
Trump, The Republicans wont pick him again will they?
November 18, 2022 07:32 - 50 minutes - 46.4 MBAs Trump announces 2024 run, some in the GOP do their best to look away. Former acting Trump chief of staff Mick Mulvaney — Mulvaney was skeptical in a CNN interview, saying, “I think he’s the only Republican who could lose.” Former vice president Mike Pence — With characteristic vagueness, Pence told ABC and the Times that “I think we’ll have better choices.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.