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Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused Progressive Perspectives on Politics, News, and Culture

Laura Flanders, Curious Communications

Uncensored history meets bold voices with Laura Flanders, award winning journalist and author. The show explores actionable models for creating a better world by reporting on the people and movements driving systemic change. We spotlight the solutions of tomorrow, today. The show airs on PBS stations in over 300 US markets, and airs on 60+ community radio stations via PRX Exchange and Pacifica, and is available on YouTube and here as a podcast. Subscribers receive lots of video and audio web

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00:47:12

The People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin’s Strategy to Combat...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/02/28

As Trump and Musk push the limits of power, Rep. Jamie Raskin explains how Congress plans to exert oversight and defend democracy in an exclusive interview.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Amidst a hail of executive orders, lay-offs, and threats, Americans are witnessing both early compliance by some of the most powerful institutions in the country, and early resistance, in the

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00:28:55

Police Violence Against Latinos: The Shocking Data We...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/02/26

La Raza Database Research Project is bringing awareness to police violence against Latinos.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: You wouldn’t know it from the data, but Latinos are the second most likely demographic to be killed by law enforcement in the U.S, relative to their population. We only have these statistics now thanks to the work of La Raza Database Research Project, a group

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00:28:37

Brittons Neck Community Forest: Climate Resilience &...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/02/19

The forest industry is booming in the American South, but communities like those in the Carolinas are raising concerns about the environmental and social costs. Discover their innovative solutions and what it means for sustainability.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Episode Description: The forest industry in the American South is booming, but at what cost? According to some government

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00:43:41

Full Uncut Conversation- Brittons Neck Community...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/02/14

Synopsis: A new environmental justice training center is transforming a former South Carolina plantation into a hub of climate resilience and equity. Learn how local leaders are pioneering change in the US South's logging narrative.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Conversation: The forest industry in the American South is booming, but at what cost? According to some government leaders,

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00:30:15

What Happens After a Prison Shuts Down? A Report from...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/02/12

Episode Synopsis: What is the fate of Craigsville, Virginia after a prison closed in the small, rural town? We’re envisioning the future of Craigsville and investigating how decarcerating the economy can become a win for all.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: What happens to a small town when a prison shuts down? The Augusta Correctional Center employed many residents and brought

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00:28:46

Los Angeles Wildfires: BIPOC Media Are Telling...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/02/05

Beyond the flames, L.A. communities face long-term challenges from gentrification and loss. Join our "Meet the BIPOC Press" panel as local journalists explore the environmental and social impacts of recent fires.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Episode Description: In times of crisis, people need their questions answered, fast. As residents impacted by the recent Los Angeles fires return

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00:30:05

Full Conversation- Los Angeles Wildfires: BIPOC Media...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/31

Residents returning to Los Angeles face critical questions on health, safety, and recovery following devastating fires – hear from frontline BIPOC journalists on the ground.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Conversation: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our supporting members and podcast subscribers the full uncut

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00:28:21

Inside the MAGA Movement: What Happens Now?

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/29

Explore the complex narrative behind Trump’s controversial pardons, as filmmaker Michael Premo discusses capturing the diverse faces of political extremism in 'Homegrown'.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Full Episode Description: Just hours after he took office, Donald Trump issued pardons for over 1,500 people convicted of crimes related to the storming of the U.S. Capitol on January 6,

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00:39:05

Full Conversation: Inside the MAGA Movement: What...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/24

Discover filmmaker Michael Premo's insights on political violence in his documentary about right-wing groups and their diversity, featuring pardoned Proud Boy Christopher Quaglin.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!About the LF&F Full Uncut Conversations: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our supporting members and podcast

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00:29:13

“Love In A F*ed-Up World”: Dean Spade’s Self-Help...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/22

Explore the timely insights from activist Dean Spade on how reshaping our personal connections can bolster our fight for justice, as featured in his latest book, "Love in a F*cked Up World."This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: In a time of climate catastrophe, genocide, mass incarceration and political turmoil, people need to work together – better! That’s why lifelong

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00:37:24

Full Conversation- “Love In A F*cked-Up World”: Dean...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/21

In "Love in a F*cked Up World," Dean Spade shares insights on fostering relationships and activism in the face of global crises—find out more about his approach to solidarity now!This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: In a time of climate catastrophe, genocide, mass incarceration and political turmoil, people need to work together – better! That’s why lifelong activist Dean Spade has

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00:28:17

Jimmy Carter’s Vision for Peace, Palestine & the...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/15

Join us as we delve into the complex remembrance of Jimmy Carter, from his pivotal energy policies to international diplomacy, at his funeral reflections with diverse voices.This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: What is being left out of the conversation when it comes to Jimmy Carter, and why are many of his significant achievements under attack today? He created a

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00:28:32

Illinois Successfully Ends Cash Bail: Why Is No One...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/08

**Historic Change in Illinois: Cash Bail Eliminated Statewide** Explore the implications of the groundbreaking Pretrial Fairness Act as experts discuss its impact on racial equity and justice reform.This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: What happened when Illinois ended cash bail? As Laura’s guests explain, this deeply discriminatory and unjust system puts “a ransom on

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00:34:03

Illinois Successfully Ends Cash Bail: Why Is No One...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/03

Explore the history and impact of Illinois' decision to end cash bail statewide in 2023, featuring insights from key advocates and policymakers involved in this monumental change.This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: What happened when Illinois ended cash bail? As Laura’s guests explain, this deeply discriminatory and unjust system puts “a ransom on people’s heads,” disproportionately

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00:28:49

13 Years After Occupy, How Do We Address Economic...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2025/01/01

Reflecting on the Occupy movement's 13th anniversary: A deep dive into its impact on democracy, economic inequality, and the ongoing fight against the wealth gap. (episode originally released September 11, 2024)This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Were you one of the hundreds of thousands of people on the streets during the Occupy movement? For many the movement was a political

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00:29:22

From Protests to Art Shows: How Genesis Be’s Journey...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2024/12/25

Dive into compelling stories of triumph, art, and activism as key voices reflect on changing Mississippi's state flag history. (episode originally aired June 5, 2024)This show is made possible by you! Our year end goal is to raise $50,000, and we are half way there. To become a member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: In a time of division, how do we create a sense of collective freedom? It’s a question that peace activist, artist and poet

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00:29:11

Barbara Lee & Lateefah Simon: The Trailblazing...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2024/12/18

Meet the New Leaders of California's 12th District:** Newly elected Democrat Lateefah Simon joins veteran Congresswoman Barbara Lee in a powerful conversation about minority representation and the fight for reproductive rights, housing, and immigration reform—how will they inspire change in a Republican-controlled Congress?This show is made possible by you! Our year end goal is to raise $50,000, and we are half way there. To become a member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your

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00:08:53

Audio Exclusive – From College to Career: The Impact...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2024/12/17

Here at Laura Flanders & Friends, we offer a comprehensive fellowship program in collaboration with the City University of New York (CUNY) John Jay School of Criminal Justice. Participants work hands-on, gaining knowledge about our independent movement media operation producing our TV, radio and podcast productions. Throughout the program our entire staff spends time with each fellow, sharing expertise and knowledge from editing to scripting to promotions and technical skills. We mentor our fellows

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00:45:33

Full Conversation- Barbara Lee & Lateefah Simon: The...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2024/12/13

Description: If anyone can inspire the public about the role of the minority in Congress, the women of California’s 12th district can. In this charming conversation, newly-elected Democrat, Lateefah Simon, joins the indomitable veteran Barbara Lee, whose congressional seat Simon will be taking when the new Congress convenes. Republicans will control the House and Senate, the White House, and dominate the Supreme Court, but Simon says she’s fired up to “fight for what we’ve fought for” in the areas

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00:29:18

Maysoon Zayid: Comedy of Resistance, Disability,...

Laura Flanders and Friends: Solutions-Focused... ·

2024/12/12

Join Maysoon Zayid as she discusses humor, disability rights, and the resilience of Palestinian identity during a conversation filled with heart and laughter amid conflict.This show is made possible by you! Our year end goal is to raise $50,000, and we are half way there. To become a member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Israel’s US-backed war on Gaza has been a mass disabling event. Today’s guest says we must create a “viable, accessible

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