Best F Word With Laura Flanders Podcasts (2025)

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Full Conversation- Africana & Puerto Rican Studies: A Student-Led Victory 50:42

20d ago50:42

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In this back to school special, we look at the grassroots movement led by student activists with the support of some faculty to establish Africana Studies Departments and Puerto Rican Studies Departments at The City of New York, or CUNY’s Brooklyn College — one of the first in the country. How does this struggle relate to today’s fight for multicul…

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Earth Day Inspiration, F-Word: Jubilee Justice Black Farmers' Rice Project is tackling the harm done to people and the planet [rewind] 3:30

27d ago3:30

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Out of the soil of rural Louisiana, a new model for food, farming, and restorative economics. A commentary by Laura Flanders related to the LFShow 2023 Special Report: The Jubilee Justice Black Farmers' Rice Project spotlighting pioneering regenerative farming practices in the U.S. as a means to address systemic racism. Watch or listen to The Laura…

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Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor: Are We Entering “End Times Fascism”? [Episode] 28:58

9h ago28:58

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In a chilling conversation with Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor, the co-authors unpack their Guardian essay on "End Times Fascism," exposing how today’s billionaires and right-wing leaders aren’t just profiting from global crises—they’re actively accelerating them. As they delve into the apocalyptic ambitions behind Trump 2.0’s economic agenda, the di…

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Naomi Klein & Astra Taylor: Are We Entering “End Times Fascism”? [Full Uncut Conversation] 48:43

5d ago48:43

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ARE YOU AUDACIOUS? SUPPORT OUR RESISTANCE REPORTING FUND! Help us continue fighting against the rise of authoritarianism in these times. Please support our Resistance Reporting Fund. Our goal is to raise $100K. We're at $35K! Become a sustaining member starting at $5 a month! Or make a one time donation at LauraFlanders.org/Donate DESCRIPTION: Toda…

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A Mountain Is Not a Beach: Media Rules on the Middle East [rewind :: commentary] 2:42

6d ago2:42

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The following timely commentary by Laura Flanders aired on GritTV in the summer of 2014. At the same time as the Iraq Sinjar crisis, Gaza was experiencing the 2014 Gaza War (Operation Protective Edge), a 50-day conflict between Israel and Hamas that began in July 2014. The war involved intense Israeli airstrikes and a ground invasion in response to…

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Masha Gessen & Jason Stanley: Is it Doomsday for U.S. Democracy? [Broadcast Episode] 29:34

7d ago29:34

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Synopsis: Is Authoritarianism Here?: Gessen and Stanley discuss the shift in America's self-understanding, from democratic ideals to a self-identity based on loving the US for its past greatness, and warn that this is not a democratic project, but rather a fascist one, similar to what Putin is doing in Russia. ARE YOU AUDACIOUS? SUPPORT OUR RESISTA…

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Masha Gessen & Jason Stanley: Is it Doomsday for U.S. Democracy? [Full Uncut Conversation] 1:01:32

12d ago1:01:32

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Sound the Alarm on Rising Fascism: Masha Gessen and Jason Stanley, leading experts on authoritarianism, warn of attacks on DEI, trans bodies, civil rights, and higher education, and discuss the need for a bold vision of a multi-ethnic democracy. ARE YOU AUDACIOUS? SUPPORT OUR RESISTANCE REPORTING FUND! Help us continue fighting against the rise of …

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Peter Linebaugh on International Workers' "May Day" Origins. Plus, Commentary: 19th Century Anarchist Lucy Parsons [REWIND] 19:21

13d ago19:21

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Synopsis: Learn the history behind May Day, or International Workers' Day. The holiday commemorates the 1886 Chicago workers’ strike known as the Haymarket Affair, where laborers demanded an eight-hour workday. The protest turned deadly and several activists were martyred—marking the day as a symbol of the ongoing fight for workers' rights. Descrip…

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Democracy & Capitalism: A Failed Experiment? Bloomberg's Stephanie Flanders, Trumponomics podcast, on Economy & Business 29:10

14d ago29:10

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Synopsis: Stephanie Flanders, a leading economics expert, joins her sister Laura to examine the state of social democracy and the impact of business on our lives, asking whether the current system is broken and what alternatives might offer a more equitable future. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://Laura…

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Democracy & Capitalism: A Failed Experiment? Bloomberg's Stephanie Flanders, Trumponomics podcast, on Economy & Business [Full Uncut Conversation] 31:50

19d ago31:50

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Synopsis- Was the social democracy model of the 20th century just a blip? This week, Laura invites her sister Stephanie Flanders, Head of Economics and Government at Bloomberg, back to the program to discuss today’s politico-economic issues and where American democracy stands. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to h…

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Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika: Forced Removals, Foreign Detention, the War on Education & Free Speech 29:27

21d ago29:27

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Synopsis: On this month’s “Meet the BIPOC Press,” award-winning journalists Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika lay out the constitutional crisis before us and ask what the media’s role is in this moment. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! De…

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Maria Hinojosa, Suave Podcast & Chenjerai Kumanyika, Empire City Podcast: Journalists On US Targeting Students and Immigrants in Crackdown on Civil Rights [full conversation] 40:52

26d ago40:52

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Synopsis: On this month’s “Meet the BIPOC Press,” award-winning journalists Maria Hinojosa & Chenjerai Kumanyika lay out the constitutional crisis before us and ask what the media’s role is in this moment. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! De…

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Decades After Bloody Sunday, Is Trump Taking Civil Rights Back to Before Selma in ‘65? [Special Report] 30:03

28d ago30:03

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From "Bloody Sunday" to Modern Activism: Civil Rights Leaders Reflect on Legacy 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: 60 years ago in Selma, Alabama, state troopers beat peaceful protesters bloody on the Edmund Pettus Bri…

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Uncut Conversations- Kimberlé Williams Crenshaw, AAPF & Clifford Albright, Black Voters Matter. Special Report- Is Trump Taking Civil Rights Back to Before Selma in ‘65? 36:29

1M ago36:29

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“When we see and hear and think about fascism, we think about anti-democratic movements in Europe. We think about the Holocaust . . . But for Black people, as Langston Hughes said, you don't have to explain to us what fascism is. We experienced it. That is what we were fighting, for the 60, 70 years after Reconstruction was overthrown.” - Kimberlé …

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Bernie Sanders & AOC: “Fighting Oligarchy” with People Power (Special Report) 28:24

1M ago28:24

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Bernie Sanders Calls for a Democratic Revolution: Explore Insights from His Exclusive Vegas Interview with Laura Flanders on his Fighting Oligarchy tour—Why This Message Resonates with Activists Across America. This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your cont…

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Bernie Sanders & AOC: “Fighting Oligarchy” with People Power (full uncut conversation) 18:39

1M ago18:39

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On the Road with Laura Flanders: Join Us as We Dive into Sanders' Vision for America's Political Future and Meet the Citizens Sparking Change at Rallies Coast to Coast. Can the Democratic party reinvent itself? In this exclusive one-on-one interview with Bernie Sanders, recorded during the Senator’s “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, he sits down with Laur…

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Fighting for Rights: Lateefah Simon's Mission in a Republican-Controlled Congress (full conversation - rewind) 29:11

1M ago29:11

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Join Lateefah Simon and Barbara Lee as they explore the significance of African American women in politics and their shared commitment to social justice and representation. 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: If anyone …

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Fighting for Rights: Lateefah Simon's Mission in a Republican-Controlled Congress (rewind) 45:33

2M ago45:33

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**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 poss…

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Climate Special- The Role of Art and Festivals in South Australia's Green Energy Success 28:00

2M ago28:00

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From massive storms to green future vision: Laura and Elizabeth Streb explore South Australia's rapid shift from fossil fuels and the inspiring actions of local festivals and government leaders. 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! S…

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Resisting Trump & Authoritarianism: The “Beautiful Solutions” Toolbox (Full Conversation) 47:01

2M ago47:01

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Discover effective survival strategies under authoritarianism in "Beautiful Solutions: A Toolbox for Liberation," featuring insights from global contributors and activists. This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! How do people survive authoritarian…

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Building Bridges in a Crisis: Dean Spade's Guide to Interpersonal Solidarity (rewind) 29:13

2M ago29:13

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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! Descr…

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Love in a F*cked Up World: How to Strengthen Social Justice Movements (full conversation - rewind) 37:24

2M ago37:24

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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 by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support! Description: In a…

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Mainstream Media's Blind Spot: Lessons from Claud Cockburn on the Rise of Nazism (rewind) 28:41

2M ago28:41

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Discover how Claude Cockburn's guerrilla journalism foresaw the rise of fascism in the 1930s and challenged mainstream media narratives. 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: Mainstream media has a lot to account for in 2024, but go …

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Mainstream Media's Blind Spot: Lessons from Claud Cockburn on the Rise of Nazism (uncut - rewind) 1:02:43

2M ago1:02:43

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Description: Mainstream media has a lot to account for in 2024, but go back 90 years, and prestigious publications have often failed to see when things were so clearly wrong. In 1930s Germany, many journalists downplayed Adolf Hitler’s ascension to power, with the New York Times writing “There is no warrant for immediate alarm…The more violent part…

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The People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin’s Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power Grab 29:02

2M ago29:02

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Maryland Congressman Jamie Raskin outlines his strategy to hold the executive branch accountable and shares his concerns about Trump and Musk's actions in a candid conversation. 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 …

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The People v. DOGE: Jamie Raskin’s Strategy to Combat the Musk & Trump Power Grab (Full Conversation) 47:12

3M ago47:12

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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. Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation.…

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Police Violence Against Latinos: The Shocking Data We Now Know 28:55

3M ago28:55

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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 …

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The Truth About America's "Wood Basket": Why the U.S. South is Losing Its Forests 28:37

3M ago28:37

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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 f…

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Full Uncut Conversation- Brittons Neck Community Forest: Climate Resilience & Reparations 43:41

3M ago43:41

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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…

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What Happens After a Prison Shuts Down? A Report from Rural Craigsville, Virginia 30:15

3M ago30:15

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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 c…

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Los Angeles Wildfires: BIPOC Media Are Telling Stories Other Media Aren’t (broadcast edition) 28:46

3M ago28:46

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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 supp…

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Full Conversation- Los Angeles Wildfires: BIPOC Media Are Telling Stories Other Media Aren’t 30:05

3M ago30:05

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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 weekl…

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The Escalation of Violence: A Warning from the Front Lines in Homegrown Documentary 28:21

4M ago28:21

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Join us for a timely conversation with filmmaker Michael Premo on the escalation of potential for violence and the path forward following Trump's pardons of Jan. 6 Capitol rioters. 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: J…

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Full Conversation: Inside the MAGA Movement: What Happens Now? 39:05

4M ago39:05

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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 Co…

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“Love In A F*ed-Up World”: Dean Spade’s Self-Help Book for Movements 29:13

4M ago29:13

29:13

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! Descr…

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Full Conversation- “Love In A F*cked-Up World”: Dean Spade’s Self-Help Book for Movements 37:24

4M ago37:24

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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 cl…

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Jimmy Carter’s Vision for Peace, Palestine & the Planet: A Legacy Under Attack? 28:17

4M ago28:17

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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 …

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Illinois Ends Cash Bail: What the Nation Can Learn from This Historic Win 28:32

4M ago28:32

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**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 suppo…

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Full Conversation- Illinois Successfully Ends Cash Bail: Why Is No One Talking About It? 34:03

4M ago34:03

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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 w…

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13 Years After Occupy, How Do We Address Economic Inequality Today? (rewind) 28:49

4M ago28:49

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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 suppo…

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From Protests to Art Shows: How Genesis Be’s Journey Highlights the Spirit of Collaboration (episode rewind) 29:22

5M ago29:22

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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 conti…

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Barbara Lee & Lateefah Simon: The Trailblazing Congresswomen of CA’s 12th District 29:11

5M ago29:11

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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 possib…

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Audio Exclusive – From College to Career: The Impact of ALPFA on First-Generation Students 8:53

5M ago8:53

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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 entir…

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Full Conversation- Barbara Lee & Lateefah Simon: The Trailblazing Congresswomen of CA’s 12th District 45:33

5M ago45:33

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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 contro…

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Maysoon Zayid: Comedy of Resistance, Disability, Difference & Palestine 29:18

5M ago29:18

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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…

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Full Conversation- Maysoon Zayid: Comedy of Resistance, Disability, Difference & Palestine 39:10

5M ago39:10

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Description: Israel’s US-backed war on Gaza has been a mass disabling event. Today’s guest says we must create a “viable, accessible future” for the disabled Palestinians we have failed. Maysoon Zayid is a comedian, Princeton Fellow, and unapologetic voice for both disability rights and Palestinian identity. A fierce advocate with cerebral palsy, Z…

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The Edutainment Approach of Amanda Seales: Enlightening Matters from Hollywood to Civil Rights 28:37

5M ago28:37

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Discover how Amanda Seales combines comedy and activism to address social justice challenges in Hollywood. This show is made possible thanks our members! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Our year end goal is to raise $50,000. Thank you for your continued support! Description: What does it take to be politically o…

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BIPOC Media Answers the Call: Community Action After Hurricane Helene 29:26

6M ago29:26

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Amid chaos following Hurricane Helene, hear how BIPOC journalists redefine community engagement by addressing urgent needs in western North Carolina. 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: Some residents had no food, electricity, or c…

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Full Conversation- BIPOC Media Answers the Call: Community Action After Hurricane Helene 37:28

6M ago37:28

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Description: Some residents had no food, electricity, or cell service after Hurricane Helene ravaged the western part of North Carolina in October. Amidst misinformation and no information, local media had to step in to inform desperate people fast. This month on “Meet the BIPOC Press”, we explore what media outlets did to serve their people in tha…

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Patrick & Claud Cockburn: A Legacy of Guerilla Journalism Against Media Complacency 28:41

6M ago28:41

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Discover how Claude Cockburn's guerrilla journalism foresaw the rise of fascism in the 1930s and challenged mainstream media narratives. 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: Mainstream media has a lot to account for in 2024, but go …

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