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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez on his Approach to Flattening the Curve 2020-07-02
July 02, 2020 16:00 - 47.9 MBMiami Mayor Francis Suarez on his Approach to Flattening the Curve We speak to Miami, Florida's Mayor Francis Suarez about his plans to stop the spread of the virus. How Are Educators Rethinking U.S. History Education? The recent uprisings for racial justice have shed light on how the teaching of U.S. history has been lacking in the past and how we can fix it. Trump Administration Makes Sweeping Changes to International Media Outlets Voice of America, and other government-funded intern...
Growing Ad Boycotts Are Pressuring Facebook to Stop Misinformation and Hate Speech 2020-07-01
July 01, 2020 16:00 - 53.3 MBGrowing Ad Boycotts Are Pressuring Facebook to Stop Misinformation and Hate Speech Over 100 companies have pledged to pull their ads from Facebook, causing Facebook's stock to fall. Puerto Rico's Domestic Violence Epidemic is Only Getting Worse As millions around the world face increased rates of domestic abuse amid the COVID-19 pandemic, in Puerto Rico, the pandemic of violence against women goes back for years. Artist Shaun Leonardo Wants to Expand the Conversation on Police Brutality...
Arizona and COVID-19: A Doctor on the Front Lines 2020-06-30
June 30, 2020 16:00 - 52 MBArizona and COVID-19: A Doctor on the Front Lines As COVID-19 cases in Arizona explode, we hear from a doctor in Phoenix. The Pandemic Has led to Fewer Parents Vaccinating Their Kids for Preventable Diseases There is a decline in vaccine administration due to COVID-19, which could lead to an outbreak of preventable diseases. "Unacceptable": Rep. Deb Haaland on the Federal Response to COVID-19 in Tribal Communities Representative Haaland, one of the first two Native American congresswom...
In Texas, A New Surge of COVID-19 Cases 2020-06-29
June 29, 2020 16:00 - 40.5 MBIn Texas, A New Surge of COVID-19 Cases Texas was hurrying to get back to normal. Then, new confirmed cases of COVID-19 exploded. Plano, Texas Mayor on Recent Uptick in COVID-19 Cases How will local Texas leaders address and respond to the increase in confirmed COVID-19 cases? Judge Sets July 17th Deadline for ICE to Release Migrant Children from Detention On Friday, a U.S. district court judge in California ordered ICE to release migrant children who have been detained by the agency fo...
Politics with Amy Walter: What a Surge in Absentee Ballots Means for November 2020
June 26, 2020 16:00 - 42.8 MBThe uncertainty caused by COVID-19 has resulted in a record number of people requesting to vote-by-mail. While increased access to mail ballots will stem the spread of the disease, waiting for ballots to arrive will delay the final result. Kentucky and New York are among the states that hosted primaries this week. In both states, several candidates of color, many who ran on progressive platforms, had strong performances. While officials wait for absentee ballots to arrive so they can provid...
Who Does the Acronym "BIPOC" Actually Serve? 2020-06-25
June 25, 2020 16:00 - 40.7 MBWho Does the Acronym "BIPOC" Actually Serve? How do major movements like the one we are seeing now change the language we use and how we talk about our identities? Georgia Passes States First Hate Crimes Bill On Tuesday, Georgia lawmakers passed the state’s first hate-crimes legislation. How American Families Are Facing the Brunt of Deportations Julia Preston profiled three separate families, whose loved ones were deported from the United States.
Will COVID-19 Worsen the Housing Crisis? 2020-06-24
June 24, 2020 16:00 - 41.9 MBWill COVID-19 Worsen the Housing Crisis? Evictions and foreclosures are looming large across the U.S., as state and federal protections for renters and homeowners are quickly expiring. All Eyes on Kentucky's Primary Election A look at Kentucky's primary election: high voter turnout and expanded vote-by-mail. Official New York Primary Results Are Absent as Absentee Ballots Wait to be Counted New York saw an unprecedented number of absentee ballots mailed in for Tuesday's primary, but c...
Police Killing of Andres Guardado Highlights State Brutality on Latino Community 2020-06-23
June 23, 2020 16:00 - 38.8 MBPolice Killing of Andres Guardado Highlights State Brutality on Latino Community Latino and Black people are shot by police at a disproportionate rate. WNBA Star Renee Montgomery Skipping the Season to Fight for Social Justice We sit down the WNBA’s Renee Montgomery who is sitting out this season to focus on social justice. Interest in Gardening Blooms Amid the Coronavirus Pandemic The Takeaway talks to Ron Finley, a community activist and self-proclaimed “Gangster Gardener,” about maki...
What the Supreme Court's Decision Means for DACA Recipients 2020-06-22
June 22, 2020 16:00 - 41.8 MBWhat the Supreme Court's Decision Means for DACA Recipients Last Thursday, the Supreme Court ruled against the Trump administration’s attempt to end Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, also known as DACA. How Bill Barr's Messy Ouster of Geoffrey Berman Fits into His Tenure as Attorney General Over the weekend, Attorney General Bill Barr ousted Geoffrey Berman, the U.S. attorney for the Southern District of New York, in a messy back and forth that played out publicly. Do Major Sport...
Politics with Amy Walter: A National Reckoning
June 19, 2020 16:00 - 42.2 MBIn the weeks since George Floyd was killed by police officers in Minneapolis, we’ve been watching uprisings take place against police brutality. What many Americans have finally woken up to is what Black Americans have known for years: That it’s impossible to separate police brutality from the racism that is baked into the structure of every American institution. Institutions, like schools, healthcare, housing, and policing have failed to give Black Americans a level playing field. 99 year...
Relationship Between Police and Media Grows Increasingly Tense 2020-06-18
June 18, 2020 16:00 - 51.7 MBRelationship Between Police and Media Grows Increasingly Tense As the uprising for racial justice continues around the country, journalists in the United States are increasingly the targets of direct and hostile confrontations with law enforcement. Why Are States Criminalizing Fossil Fuel Protests? Some states have been quietly passing laws to criminalize fossil fuel protests amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. COVID19 Budget Cuts Prevent Many from Accessing Subsidized Summer Progra...
Calls for Financial Transparency Grow as Money Pours Into Racial Justice Organizations 2020-06-17
June 17, 2020 16:00 - 47.5 MBCalls for Financial Transparency Grow as Money Pours Into Racial Justice Organizations People have been donating to racial justice organizations as calls to give to these causes continue online. But not everyone eagerly donating may know exactly where that money is going. Listeners Tell Us: Creating Joy in This Moment What small things are you doing to create joy in this moment? Postpartum Mental Health During a Global Pandemic As the coronavirus pandemic continues, some experts worry ...
Progress for LGBTQ+ Rights in the Supreme Court 2020-06-16
June 16, 2020 16:00 - 43.6 MBProgress for LGBTQ+ Rights in the Supreme Court On Monday, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision protecting LGBTQ-plus employees from discrimination on the basis of their sexual orientation or gender identity. GBI: The Agency Investigating Police-Involved Killings in Georgia The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is looking into the killings of Ahmaud Arbery and Rayshard Brooks. The agency has a complicated history in Georgia. Music Behind Bars: How BL Shirelle Helps Incarcerate...
Deaths of Rayshard Brooks, Robert Fuller, and Malcolm Harsch Underscore Nationwide Anger with Law Enforcement 2020-06-15
June 15, 2020 16:00 - 46.7 MBDeaths of Rayshard Brooks, Robert Fuller, and Malcolm Harsch Underscore Nationwide Anger with Law Enforcement The killing of Rayshard Brooks in Georgia and the deaths of Robert Fuller and Malcolm Harsch in California underscore systemic issues that demonstrators are marching against nationwide. Amid Civil Unrest, Police Fatally Shoot Latino Man Two weeks ago, Sean Monterrosa was shot and killed by police in Vallejo, California. "I'm Not OK": Rep. Terri Sewell of Alabama on Racism and Sic...
Politics with Amy Walter: The Politics of "Defund the Police"
June 12, 2020 16:00 - 38.4 MBGeorgia’s Primary, George Floyd’s Funeral, and Congress’ Approach to Police Reform As the coronavirus pandemic has created uncertainty for the upcoming general election, many Americans are reconsidering how they’ll cast their ballots. This week, many primary voters in Georgia were greeted by long lines and malfunctioning voting machines. The chaos surrounding Georgia’s recent election has raised questions about whether or not the same issues will reoccur in November. Also, George Floyd wa...
Does Objectivity in Journalism Exist? 2020-06-11
June 11, 2020 16:00 - 45.8 MBDoes Objectivity in Journalism Exist? Reporters of color have long disputed the notion of objectivity in journalism. Georgia Primaries Were a Mess. Will We See the Same Later This Year? Communities of color were disproportionately affected by long lines and equipment malfunctions. COVID-19 Cases Are on the Rise in Nearly Two Dozen States While the world’s eyes have been turned to the uprising against racism and police violence, some parts of the country are seeing new upticks in confi...
The Value and the Toll of Documenting Police Brutality 2020-06-10
June 10, 2020 16:00 - 51.5 MBThe Value and the Toll of Documenting Police Brutality As more and more deaths of Black people at the hands of police are caught on film, The Takeaway looks at the responsibility, legality, and consequences of documenting police brutality. Is Camden, New Jersey the Prototype for National Police Reform? The city disbanded its police department and replaced it with a new one in 2013. Seven years later, the department's reforms seem to be working. The Uprising and Its Leadership: What Does ...
Small Towns and Cities Protest Against Police Brutality Across the U.S. 2020-06-09
June 09, 2020 16:00 - 44.6 MBSmall Towns and Cities Protest Against Police Brutality Across the U.S. From Portland, Maine, to Carrollton, Texas, communities are coming together against racism like never before. George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, Ahmaud Arbery: Where Do Their Cases Stand? We check in on developments in response to nationwide protests. White Parents Need to Talk to Their Kids About Race Today, while more white parents might finally want to have conversations about race with their young children, they don...
The Racial Justice Uprising in the U.S. is Taking Hold Overseas 2020-06-08
June 08, 2020 16:00 - 44.8 MBThe Racial Justice Uprising in the U.S. is Taking Hold Overseas Many foreign leaders have condemned the killing of George Floyd, but demonstrators outside of the U.S. are also attempting to call attention to racial injustice within their own borders. Calls to Defund the Police Are Gaining Traction As protests continue over the killing of black people by police, calls to defund police departments are gaining traction. What Are You Angry About Right Now? We asked listeners what they’re a...
Politics with Amy Walter: The Tipping Point for the End of Systemic Racism in Policing
June 05, 2020 16:00 - 44.5 MBHow a Legacy of Racist Policies and Police Brutality Contributed to the Mass Disenfranchisement of Black People The death of George Floyd, an African American man, at the hands of police officers in Minneapolis has ignited protests and conversations surrounding the mistreatment of Black Americans at the hands of the state against the backdrop of a pandemic that is disproportionately affecting Black people. Americans in every state have taken to the streets to protest police brutality and ch...
The Toll of Covering Police Brutality as a Black Journalist 2020-06-04
June 04, 2020 16:00 - 43.1 MBThe Toll of Covering Police Brutality as a Black Journalist For black journalists, this moment is especially complex, with the weight of having to cover the brutality they’re seeing while also being black in America. The Lack of Attention for Violence Against Black Trans People As people around the country protest the killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and others, another case of alleged police brutality is emerging in Tallahassee, Florida. Are Corporate Statements of Solidarity Mo...
How Police Are Responding to Uprisings Across the Country 2020-06-03
June 03, 2020 16:00 - 47.7 MBHow Police Are Responding to Uprisings Across the Country For the past week, protests against police violence following the killing of George Floyd have been taking place around the country. Why Police Unions Have So Much Power In some cases, these unions have pushed back against reforms meant to increase transparency. Momentum Builds in New York to Overhaul One of the Nation's Strictest Police Privacy Laws In New York, state legislators appear to have the votes to overhaul one of the...
President Trump Deflects Attention from Racial Justice Demonstrations by Invoking Far Left Groups 2020-06-02
June 02, 2020 16:00 - 46 MBPresident Trump Deflects Attention from Racial Justice Demonstrations by Invoking Far Left Groups President Trump has pushed the inaccurate message that far left activists are leading demonstrations around the country to distract from the real issues behind the uprisings. How QAnon Conspiracy Theorists Are Influencing U.S. Politics On May 19th, Jo Rae Perkins, an avowed supporter of the far-right QAnon conspiracy theory, won the Republican primary race for U.S. Senate in Oregon, with nea...
Understanding the Pain Fueling Nationwide Demonstrations 2020-06-01
June 01, 2020 16:00 - 40.7 MBUnderstanding the Pain Fueling Nationwide Demonstrations While George Floyd’s killing galvanized many of this weekend's protests, his death was the latest in a series of events that make this such a painful moment for black Americans. How Do We Mourn as a Nation? President Trump has yet to suggest any kind of official collective grieving or day of remembrance.
Politics with Amy Walter: The Future of the Democratic Party
May 29, 2020 16:00 - 47.8 MBThe Future of the Democratic Primary At the beginning of the Democratic nominating contests, the party faced a number of challenges. The field being crowded with candidates with such varied politics demonstrated that there were different visions for the future of the party. And today, while Joe Biden is the presumed nominee, there is concern that he won't drive excitement and turnout in the way a candidate like Senator Bernie Sanders might've been able to. The Democratic Party's foremost g...
"Quarantine Fatigue" and Navigating the Risks of Expanding Our Bubbles 2020-05-28
May 28, 2020 16:00 - 67.1 MB"Quarantine Fatigue" and Navigating the Risks of Expanding Our Bubbles Lockdown measures are becoming harder to follow as the weather warms up and people are increasingly feeling the mental and emotional strain of isolation. Justice Department Drops Charges on Three Senators Who Allegedly Violated Insider Trading Rules Investigations on three senators were dropped, but Sen. Burr will continue to be investigated. Birdwatching While Black Earlier this week, a viral video showed Christian...
His Name is George Floyd 2020-05-27
May 27, 2020 16:00 - 48.8 MBHis Name is George Floyd A deadly Minneapolis encounter between a police officer and an unarmed black person sparks calls for justice. Meat Plant Workers Are Falling Ill with Coronavirus — But We Don't Know the Scale Meat plants around the country rely on immigrant labor in their facilities. The Present and Future of Air Travel The Takeaway talks to air travel experts about how the airline industry is changing due to the pandemic. Thousands of Cruise Crew Members Stuck at Sea Because o...
Coastal Communities Weigh Health Risks as Public Beaches Open 2020-05-26
May 26, 2020 16:00 - 41.3 MBCoastal Communities Weigh Health Risks as Public Beaches Open As beaches and other outdoor spaces around the country open to the public, it's worth asking: is there a way to enjoy these spaces responsibly during a pandemic? What COVID-19 Looks Like in Indonesia We head over to Indonesia, where the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 has been steadily growing, while cases in other parts of Southeast Asia have been decreasing. COVID-19 Gives New Urgency to Doctors Running for Office ...
The Military's Role During COVID-19 2020-05-25
May 25, 2020 16:00 - 41.2 MBThe Military's Role During COVID-19 Can the Department of Defense effectively battle a virus while maintaining U.S combat capabilities? How We Remember Those We've Lost The Takeaway, along with Death, Sex & Money, asked for listener memories and stories about the people they’ve lost during the COVID-19 crisis. The Art of the Obituary in the Age of COVID-19 In the absence of traditional mourning rituals like funerals, the obituary pages are becoming a communal space for us to grieve tog...
Politics with Amy Walter: How Social Psychology Influences Political Behavior
May 22, 2020 16:00 - 46.3 MBHow Political Identities Have Become About What We Hate Instead of What We Love Individual reactions to the coronavirus pandemic and the public health restrictions that have accompanied it have underscored how powerful negative partisanship can be in the formation of political opinions. In past crises, national shocks have urged partisans to put aside their personal grievances in pursuit of the greater good, but today, that doesn't seem to be the case. A look at how the perception of risk...
Politics with Amy Walter: How Psychology Influences Political Behavior
May 22, 2020 16:00How Political Identities Have Become About What We Hate Instead of What We Love Individual reactions to the coronavirus pandemic and the public health restrictions that have accompanied it have underscored how powerful negative partisanship can be in the formation of political opinions. In past crises, national shocks have urged partisans to put aside their personal grievances in pursuit of the greater good, but today, that doesn't seem to be the case. A look at how the perception of risk...
Essential Workers Are Already Starting to Lose Their Hazard Pay 2020-05-21
May 21, 2020 16:00 - 53.7 MBEssential Workers Are Already Starting to Lose Their Hazard Pay Major companies like Amazon and Kroger will soon end the hazard pay raises they have been giving to essential workers. Dating in the Time of COVID-19 As many parts of the country begin reopening, people are making new risk calculations in the name of love. What does dating look like in the age of COVID-19? EPA Rushing to Finalize Rule Change on Lead in Drinking Water The Environmental Protection Agency is rushing to final...
Is COVID-19 Complicating Disaster Preparedness? 2020-05-20
May 20, 2020 16:00 - 41.2 MBIs COVID-19 Complicating Disaster Preparedness? As the U.S. struggles to get the coronavirus pandemic under control, experts worry about the impact on disaster preparedness as hurricane and wildfire seasons approach. Why Are Insurers Denying Claims from Struggling Businesses? Business interruption insurance claims are being denied by insurers causing business owners to file lawsuits and look to state governments for help. How Contact Tracing Can Help Contain the Spread of COVID-19 Hea...
Can the Restaurant Industry Recover from COVID-19? 2020-05-19
May 19, 2020 16:00 - 43.9 MBCan the Restaurant Industry Recover from COVID-19? Restaurants in some states are reopening for dine-in service, but ongoing shifts in how they do business are resulting in massive losses for the food service industry. What Images Will Define the COVID-19 Pandemic? Each day, we’re confronted by numbers, information, and images reminding us of the infectious disease’s toll around the world. Locusts, Floods, and Coronavirus: The Crises in East Africa The swarms of locusts are leading to ...
Trump Administration Puts a Strain on Health Care Systems Abroad by Continuing Deportations 2020-05-18
May 18, 2020 16:00 - 42.3 MBTrump Administration Puts a Strain on Health Care Systems Abroad by Continuing Deportations Even as immigration into the U.S. has virtually ground to a halt, the Trump administration has continued deporting large numbers of ICE detainees. How Quarantine Could Be Affecting Your Sleep Changes in your circadian rhythm, anxiety, sense of isolation, and lack of a normal routine could all be leading to your irregular sleep. The Loved Ones Supporting Essential Workers As essential workers cont...
Politics with Amy Walter: How California is Preparing for the General Election During the Pandemic
May 15, 2020 16:00 - 37.8 MBThe coronavirus pandemic has taken a serious toll on not only our health, but on the economic well-being of cities and states across the country. As leaders grapple with how best protect the health of their constituents in addition to mitigating the economic fall out caused by stay-at-home orders, preparation for future elections is in front of mind. Recently, California became the first state to modify its plans for the general election after Governor Gavin Newsom issued an executive order ...
Pregnant People Are Turning to Midwives During Pandemic 2020-05-14
May 14, 2020 16:00 - 48.6 MBPregnant People Are Turning to Midwives During Pandemic Midwives are seeing a surge in demand across the country, but in some states, there are restrictions in place preventing people from accessing their services. Major League Baseball Owners Push to Play Ball in Early July This week, reports emerged that Major League Baseball is hoping to start its season in early July, meaning players and ballpark staff may have to weigh significant health concerns. What the Poll Numbers Mean for T...
How Labor Organizing Can Help Women and People of Color Unemployed Due to COVID-19 2020-05-13
May 13, 2020 16:00 - 44.3 MBHow Labor Organizing Can Help Women and People of Color Unemployed Due to COVID-19 The economic crisis has disproportionately hurt women and people of color. Denver Mayor Michael Hancock on Reopening and What's Next Denver Mayor Michael Hancock explains what precautions were taken into consideration before beginning to reopen the city last week. Is the U.S. Experiencing a Megadrought? Some scientists warn that for the first time in centuries, the southwestern U.S. is in the midst of a...
Combating the Virtual Spread of COVID-19 Misinformation 2020-05-12
May 12, 2020 16:00 - 54.1 MBCombating the Virtual Spread of COVID-19 Misinformation The spread of misinformation at a time like this can be costly. DeVos Quietly Releases New Rules on Campus Sexual Assault Amid Pandemic Many advocacy organizations are unsurprisingly concerned about the impact this will have on survivors coming forward. Why Maternity Wards Are Disappearing from Black Neighborhoods Experts worry that as the coronavirus pandemic continues, maternity care deserts could become a nationwide trend. Mov...
What Happens to Unsheltered People When the Pandemic Has Passed? 2020-05-11
May 11, 2020 16:00 - 47.2 MBWhat Happens to Unsheltered People When the Pandemic Has Passed? The fixes cities are implementing, including moving people who are experiencing homelessness to hotels, are largely temporary. What Little Richard, Andre Harrell, and Betty Wright Meant for the Music Industry The music industry was dealt a serious blow this weekend with the loss of three icons. 'Economic Viruses Were Already at Work Before Coronavirus': A Conversation with Dr. Cornel West Dr. Cornel West discusses COVID-1...
Politics with Amy Walter: A Look at Phase One of North Carolina's Plan to Reopen
May 08, 2020 16:00 - 45.4 MBThe White House has deferred to states about reopening their economies. This week, North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper announced that his state would move to phase one of their plan to reopen. Phase one will begin at 5 p.m. on Friday, May, 8th. While the stay-at-home order will still be in effect, there will no longer be a distinction between essential and non-essential businesses. Dr. Mandy Cohen, Secretary of the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services, shares what metrics ...
COVID-19 Protesters: A Look at the American Legacy of Demanding Freedom at the Expense of Others 2020-05-07
May 07, 2020 16:00 - 50.5 MBCOVID-19 Protesters: A Look at the American Legacy of Demanding Freedom at the Expense of Others Protesters are calling for their freedom to be restored, while disregarding how this could impact the vulnerable communities that have been hit the hardest by COVID-19. How to Talk to Your Kids About COVID-19 Although many kids seem to avoid serious cases of COVID-19, they aren’t immune to the psychological effects of the crisis. Kids Tell Us: What's Hard and What's Great About Being Home S...
How Social Distancing is Exacerbating Feelings of Loneliness for Some Elderly Americans 2020-05-06
May 06, 2020 16:00 - 51.5 MBHow Social Distancing is Exacerbating Feelings of Loneliness for Some Elderly Americans For many elderly people living in long-term care facilities or on their own, social distancing rules are likely leading to increased feelings of loneliness. Lessons Learned from the 1918 Flu Pandemic It’s the deadliest pandemic in recent history, with at least 50 million deaths worldwide. Brazil’s President is Actively Undermining Public Health Efforts to Fight COVID-19 For weeks, since COVID-19 b...
More and More People in Jails and Prisons Are Dying of COVID-19 2020-05-05
May 05, 2020 16:00 - 42.1 MBMore and More People in Jails and Prisons Are Dying of COVID-19 Testing in facilities is inconsistent around the country. But the majority of those tested are positive for the virus. Private Prison Company's Special Operations Unit Pepper Sprayed Immigrant Detainees. They Joked About it Online. The immigrant detainees were pepper-sprayed twice in a two-week timespan amid the pandemic. What U.S. States Can Learn from Georgia's Reopening More and more states are relaxing measures put in ...
Is the U.S. Ready to Reopen? 2020-05-04
May 04, 2020 16:00 - 41 MBIs the U.S. Ready to Reopen? Across the country, states are starting to relax restrictions put in place because of COVID-19, even as the death toll surpasses 67,000. Biden Responds to Sexual Assault Allegations After Weeks of Silence It’s been one month since Tara Reade, a former Senate staffer, publicly accused Democratic presidential candidate former Vice President Joe Biden of sexually assaulting her in 1993. Why COVID-19 is So Deadly in Long-Term Care Facilities More than 16,000 re...
Politics with Amy Walter: The Return of Big Government
May 01, 2020 16:00 - 42.2 MBThe Great Depression, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis dealt serious shocks to the nation and resulted in the expansion of government. When a crisis happens, leaders in Washington try to mitigate financial ruin and to boost morale which often results in the creation of programs that have a lasting impact. The creation of Homeland Security, unemployment benefits, and new regulations on banks have stemmed from national disasters. The coronavirus pandemic is no exception as more than 30 mi...
How Big Tech is Thriving During COVID-19 2020-04-30
April 30, 2020 16:00 - 42.5 MBHow Big Tech is Thriving During COVID-19 While most financial sectors have been devastated by COVID-19, big tech companies like Google, Facebook, Apple, and Microsoft are weathering the storm pretty well. Cannabis Companies Struggling During COVID-19 Are Ineligible for Federal Relief One industry that is not feeling the benefits of that bailout is the cannabis industry. How will the industry survive the pandemic? Grief is Everywhere in the Age of COVID-19 People often think about grief ...
The Challenges of Parenting During a Pandemic 2020-04-29
April 29, 2020 16:00 - 46.3 MBThe Challenges of Parenting During a Pandemic Parents are feeling a tremendous amount of stress and anxiety from having to manage working from home while also homeschooling and entertaining their children. Jackson, Mississippi Mayor on Reopening and Suspending Open Carry Mayor Chokwe Antar Lumumba joined us to talk about Jackson's approach to reopening and why he made an executive order to suspend the open carry of firearms in the city. Ohio Voters Head to the Mailbox Instead of Ballot...
Puerto Rico Still Lagging Behind on Coronavirus Testing 2020-04-28
April 28, 2020 16:00 - 44.8 MBPuerto Rico Still Lagging Behind on Coronavirus Testing Puerto Rico currently has the lowest per capita testing rate, compared with any U.S. state. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor on her Approach to Flatten the Curve As one of the hardest-hit states, Florida had a delayed response in issuing a statewide stay-at-home order. Grieving in the Time of COVID-19 Of all the things we're trying to adapt to in isolation, grieving might be the most difficult. We’ve asked our listeners to share their stor...
For Black Men, Complying with Face Mask Guidelines Comes with Racial Profiling Risks 2020-04-27
April 27, 2020 16:00 - 46.6 MBFor Black Men, Complying with Face Mask Guidelines Comes with Racial Profiling Risks The CDC is urging all Americans to wear face masks when leaving the house. But that’s proved to be a difficult and sometimes dangerous choice for black men in particular. Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall Urges Caution Amid Utah Governor's Plans to Reopen Economy Utah Governor Gary Herbert plans to slowly reopen his state in early May. Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall joins The Takeaway to respond ...