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00:31:19

America: When Did We Stop Having Standards | Karel...

Progressive Voices ·

2025/07/22

America: When Did We Stop Having Standards? | Karel Cast 25-101 Has America lost its standards? From disposable products and low-quality fashion to the normalization of rude online behavior and trash politicians, it seems like we’re spiraling into mediocrity. Stephen Colbert fires back at Trump—was it warranted or crossing a line? Is the decline of decorum now the norm? And what about Mexico blaming U.S. expats for housing prices—who’s really at fault? We dive into all this and more on today’s

00:42:00

Trump's Epstein Ties Under Scrutiny; Inflation and...

Progressive Voices ·

2025/07/22

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is first joined by Sarah Jones, the Editor-in-Chief of PoliticusUSA. The two discuss the Wall Street Journal Report that, in 2003, Trump sent Jeffrey Epstein, his

00:31:08

Caught on Camera: Should Infidelity Cost You Your...

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2025/07/21

Caught on Camera: Should Infidelity Cost You Your Job? | Karel Cast 25-100 A viral Kiss Cam moment at a Coldplay concert exposes an affair between a CEO and his head of HR—and now, their careers are over. But should private relationships dictate professional fate? When did corporate America become the morality police? Plus, Colbert’s sudden firing is nothing short of political theater, a calculated move to please Trump and grease the wheels of the CBS/Skydance merger. Is this the media bowing to

00:30:57

Trump, Epstein & the Biggest Cover-Up of Our Time? |...

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2025/07/17

Trump, Epstein & the Biggest Cover-Up of Our Time? | Karel Cast Ep 25-99An SF Chronicle opinion piece says Trump and Epstein may be at the center of the biggest scandal of our time — filled with lies, cover-ups, and underage sex trafficking. But is that really the biggest? What about ICE abducting Americans off the streets without warrants? Why isn’t that front-page outrage? Is our moral compass broken? PLUS — it’s time for some Pet Peeves Therapy: 😡 Enough with the post-call surveys. I’m not

00:30:58

🎙️ Why THIS Lie From Trump Is Breaking MAGA | Karel...

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2025/07/16

🎙️ Why THIS Lie From Trump Is Breaking MAGA | Karel Cast 25-98Trump has lied thousands of times, but MAGA is finally breaking ranks—and it’s all because of… Jeffrey Epstein? The Epstein files were supposed to be released. Trump promised transparency. But now even his most loyal supporters are revolting. Why this lie? What makes the Epstein connection the final straw for some? PLUS: My viral TikTok video about a mother whose child suffered a severe allergic reaction at Disneyland is sparking

00:15:00

Can California beat the odds and ditch for-profit...

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2025/07/16

THIS WEEK ON CODE WACK!As Trump Administration attacks on public health care ramp up, what’s California doing to fight back? Can the state break free from a system that puts profits over patients — and build a truly universal, single-payer healthcare system? Or will political roadblocks and federal inaction keep us stuck in a broken status quo? Bottom line, how close can California - the 4th largest economy in the world - get to single payer on its own? To find out, we spoke with Michael Lighty,

00:30:58

🎙️ Is Passion Dead in 2025? Gen Z, Cooking &...

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2025/07/15

🎙️ Is Passion Dead in 2025? Gen Z, Cooking & Creativity Crisis | Karel Cast 25-97 Is passion vanishing from modern life? After watching Nonnas, the heartwarming Netflix film about Italian grandmas bringing joy through cooking, I couldn’t help but ask: Who is keeping the flame alive in today’s generation? While 73% of Gen Z say they cook at home, most rely on simple or processed recipes. Millennials cook too, but signature family dishes and kitchen traditions seem to be fading fast. Americans now

00:30:58

Why MAGA Really Hates Superman | The Karel Cast 25-96

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2025/07/14

Why MAGA Really Hates Superman | The Karel Cast 25-96 ⸻ Superman just had the biggest solo box office opening in franchise history — so why is MAGA calling it a flop? Because Superman actually represents truth, justice, and the real American way — something MAGA no longer believes in. In this episode of The Karel Cast, we dive deep into why the right is melting down over a movie that challenges their distorted vision of patriotism. PLUS: MAGA influencers are literally burning their red hats as

00:42:40

The Leslie Marshall Show - "Made in America -...

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2025/07/11

Leslie is joined by Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM), a partnership established by some of America’s leading manufacturers and the United Steelworkers union.The pair first discusses a new piece that Scott wrote for 'Industry Week' that finally puts to rest one of U.S. manufacturing naysayers’ favorite lines: “Who wants to work in a factory anyway?” Next, they explore what progress has the Trump administration made on all of their attempted trade deals after

00:30:58

Is America Making Us Mentally Ill? The Emotional Toll...

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2025/07/10

Is America Making Us Mentally Ill? The Emotional Toll of Life in the USA Are you emotionally exhausted just living in America right now? You’re not alone. From climate disasters and political chaos to daily horrors in the headlines, the U.S. feels like a never-ending rollercoaster — and it’s crushing our mental health. In this episode of The Karel Cast, I open up about my own struggles: the fear of leaving, the hope that maybe midterms will help, and the exhaustion of trying to find joy in a

00:12:00

Code Wack - Independence? Unless We Get Health Care,...

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2025/07/10

This week on Code WACK!, we’re revisiting a powerful conversation with Ian Lewis, labor leader and health policy expert, about what true freedom looks like in America—especially when the average family pays over $31,000 a year for health care in 2025. 💥 Could Medicare for All actually unleash entrepreneurship, lower costs, and expand access for all? 💼 What would it mean for small business owners—and the workers stuck in jobs just to keep their insurance? 🧾 And what would a just transition look

00:41:26

Leslie Marshall Show - How Trump's 'Big, Beautiful...

Progressive Voices ·

2025/07/10

Leslie Marshall Show - How Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Affects Student Loans Now and In the Future by Progressive Voices

00:31:06

When Friends Flip Out: How Much Is Too Much? | Aging,...

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2025/07/09

When Friends Flip Out: How Much Is Too Much? | Aging, Diet Myths & Climate Chaos 📄 Description: What do you do when a close friend starts to spiral or act out? As we age, studies show we lose friends—most notably between ages 25–30 and again from 60–70. But when do you draw the line? How long do you tolerate bad behavior to “preserve” a decades-long friendship? In this episode of The Karel Cast, we explore the tricky balance of maintaining meaningful relationships while also protecting your

00:22:00

Leslie Marshall Show - Bipartisan Advocacy...

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2025/07/08

Leslie is joined by Bruce Lesley, President of First Focus on Children, a bipartisan advocacy organization working to make children the priority in federal policy and budget decisions.Bruce explains how the newly passed 'Big Beautiful Bill' "chooses billionaires over babies, and puts the nation’s children in unprecedented peril." Here are just a few ways that the new law will hurt the nation’s children: Cuts $1 trillion from Medicaid and CHIP: Medicaid and CHIP provide health insurance to over

00:20:29

Leslie Marshall Show - Teamsters Talk State of...

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2025/07/08

Leslie is joined by Victor Mineros, Proud Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 396, Western Region International Vice President, and Director of the Teamsters Solid Waste and Recycling Division, which represents tens of thousands of sanitation workers across the country. The two discuss what’s happening in the U.S. sanitation industry, the ongoing strikes at Republic Services, and why this moment matters for working families across the country. Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow

00:30:58

American Hypocrisy: Why Do We Tolerate These...

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2025/07/08

American Hypocrisy: Why Do We Tolerate These Contradictions? The contradictions in American life are everywhere — and today, we break them down. Why is sex work still taboo when porn is the internet’s #1 use? Why are gay adult performers still punished while straight ones get mainstream careers? Why do we spend billions on incarceration but won’t invest in housing? Why do we mourn 100 deaths in Texas but ignore daily massacres in Gaza or Ukraine? And why, in a nation of excess, do so many still go

00:41:02

Implications Now that 'Big, Ugly Bill' Has Passed;...

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2025/07/08

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is first joined by Mabinty Quarshie, White House Reporter for 'the Washington Examiner.' The pair examines what's in the Republicans' newly passed 'Big, Beautiful

00:30:58

July7Why Democrats Keep Losing in the 21st Century |...

Progressive Voices ·

2025/07/07

Why Democrats Keep Losing in the 21st Century | Karel Cast Ep. 25-92 Democrats are stuck in the past. MAGA is driving the future. The Democratic Party keeps trying to connect with voters and values from decades ago — but that world is gone. Meanwhile, MAGA is pushing a dangerous, authoritarian nostalgia that’s reshaping politics as we know it. 🎯 The result? Democrats are outmatched, outdated, and out of touch. They cling to civility, bipartisanship, and norms that no longer exist — while the GOP

00:30:59

🇺🇸 Are There Too Many Holidays in the USA? Or Not...

Progressive Voices ·

2025/07/03

🇺🇸 Are There Too Many Holidays in the USA? Or Not Enough? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-91Donald Trump recently said there are “too many holidays” in the U.S. and they’re bad for the economy. But let’s get real—this from a guy who’s spent millions golfing. The truth? Americans take fewer holidays than almost any other developed country. Why don’t we value rest, mental health, and time off like other nations do? Is it rising costs? Hotel rates, food prices, even parking fees (👀 $100 in Lake Tahoe!) are

00:06:01

A Turning Point - Contradictions

Progressive Voices ·

2025/07/03

The Middle East is a riddle. Religious and political factions have made it a tinderbox for as long as any of us has been alive. Now, between the Israeli decapitation of the its military and science corps, and the United States’ Bunker Busters, Iran, which has enjoyed indirect control of the region through its proxies, is facing the unknown. That’s where we start today in a short essay regarding the contradictory nature of the Middle East. I hope you’ll listen.

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