Best Ironweeds Podcasts (2025)

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271 - Death And Tax Cuts 1:16:53

20h ago1:16:53

1:16:53

Fretterman is back in the news. Elias Rodriguez’s chat messages and manifesto. Elon is calling it quits. Israel is expanding settlements in the West Bank. The State Department is setting up an office of “remigration,” and it’s worse than it sounds. And the morning after pill is coming to a corner store near you. Leave us a voicemail! 516 324 8404 h…

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Ironweed’s Beauty and Ecological Value in Your Garden: Mt. Cuba’s Vernonia Trial 57:06

18d ago57:06

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Summary Each fall, the beautiful, rich, purple blooms of ironweeds (Vernonia spp.) grace fields and open areas throughout much of the eastern U.S. They are an ecological powerhouse for pollinators and wildlife, including a specialist bee. Ironweeds can make amazing additions to our native plant gardens where they serve as biodiversity magnets. In t…

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Virginia strawberry: A Beautiful, Tasty, and Underutilized Native Groundcover 6:07

4d ago6:07

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Summary The Virginia strawberry (Fragaria virginiana) is our most widespread native wild strawberry in the eastern U.S. It supports a wide range of pollinators and wildlife. It can also make an amazing groundcover in a native plant garden. However, this is not the wild strawberry that most people find growing in their yards and garden beds. 3 thing…

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270 - Universal Basic Midscome 1:23:33

8d ago1:23:33

1:23:33

RFK swims in poop. People aren’t paying their burrito debts. DOGE seeks out fraud, sews chaos at the SSA. ICE is hiring for construction jobs. The House passes Trump’s big beautiful bill. Troy City Council votes down Good Cause hearing. Israeli Embassy staffers shot in DC. And cannabis sales in New Mexico fund basic income for the poor. https://www…

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269 - Tiny Hands, Big Pipe 1:10:03

21d ago1:10:03

1:10:03

A racoon and his emotional support meth pipe. Trump’s new plane. Afrikaners as refugees. Worcester neighbors rise up. Fetterman crashes out. Israel continues its genocide. China’s new thorium reactor. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pet-raccoon-meth-pipe-mouth-drivers-seat-ohio-traffic-stop/ https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-administration-poised-…

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268 - John Fretterman 1:38:01

28d ago1:38:01

1:38:01

ICE drags a mother and her daughters out of bed and robs them blind. Driverless semis make a debut in Texas. Local sheriffs warn that a water gun game could get you killed. By them. MTA wants to use predictive AI, flouting countless cautionary tales. John Fetterman is not doing so well. New executive orders are spicy. A man’s venom filled blood cou…

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Eastern Carpenter Bees: How to Peacefully Co-exist and Why They Are Important 15:14

1M ago15:14

15:14

Summary While carpenter bees get a bad rap, they are also important pollinators and play a vital role in the ecosystem. Their bad reputation can also sometimes be overblown. So, let’s talk a little bit about carpenter bees, why they are important, and how to discourage them from nesting in places where you don’t want them. 3 things you’ll learn fro…

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267 - Swindler's List 1:08:52

1M ago1:08:52

1:08:52

Trump wants to send “homegrowns” to CECOT. RFK JR wants to create a list of autistic people. Musk sends DOGE into the NLRB. DHS tweets home address of Kilmar Abrego Garcia and his wife Jennifer Vasquez Sura to 2.4 million followers. George Santos gets the book thrown at him. And Freshkills Park is getting turned into a pollinator playground. https:…

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Doug Tallamy’s Habitat Restoration Story and How You Can Help Save Nature 49:08

2M ago49:08

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Summary Dr. Doug Tallamy shares the story of how he and his wife transformed their newly built home located on a former hayfield into a thriving forest ecosystem. We talk about how they got started, their struggles along the way, the habitat wins they’ve celebrated, and what his next steps are for his property. He also shares what he’s most excited…

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266 - Land of the Free 1:02:14

2M ago1:02:14

1:02:14

This episode covers the Trump administration’s increasingly brutal treatment of immigrants and how the detention system is handling it (not well). https://inthesetimes.com/article/democratic-party-free-speech-trump-deportation-mahmoud-khalil https://floridapolitics.com/archives/730757-miami-dems-demand-krome-detention-center-tour-amid-reports-of-in…

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265 - A New New Fucking Deal! ft. Adam Pelletier 1:11:38

2M ago1:11:38

1:11:38

This week we are cursed with a loss, as Britney is out, but we are blessed with a guest - our good friend Adam Pelletier, who is a worker at the NLRB and organizer in the Federal Unionists Network. We talk about the "Hands Off!" rally in Albany, tariffs, and uncommon grounds is organizing a union! https://on.ft.com/44cQfWQIn https://labornotes.org/…

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Darkness Matters: Light Pollution’s Threats and Simple Ways to Help 10:42

2M ago10:42

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Summary Darkness is a vital, and often overlooked, component of our ecosystems. Unfortunately, we’re losing it to light pollution. Decreasing the light pollution around your home will not only benefit the environment but will also benefit you because you’ll be able to see better without all the excess glare and will save money because you aren’t pa…

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264 - Won’t Somebody Please Think Of The Children (As Wage Slaves) 1:07:54

2M ago1:07:54

1:07:54

Florida legislators think children have had it too good for too long and need to be put to work. It’s poppin off in the group chat. The White House wants to use gold to buy Bitcoin. Trump signs some alarming executive orders. And two cities are looking to deprioritize cars in their urban planning. https://www.cnn.com/2025/03/25/business/florida-chi…

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263 - Hey, President, Leave Those Kids Alone 1:09:54

2M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Trump tangles with the Department of Education. ICE detains a canadian woman for two weeks. Israel kills 200 children in less than a week. And electric tricycles are giving women in Zimbabwe a newfound freedom to travel. https://apnews.com/article/women-zimbabwe-rural-electric-tricycles-9a298da6e5f394bc6394cf61b940b4ed https://www.nytimes.com/live/…

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BirdCast: Revealing the Mysteries of Bird Migration 1:14:25

2M ago1:14:25

1:14:25

Summary Twice a year billions of birds migrate across the U.S. We’ve only recently discovered just how large that number really is. Being able to quantify that number is thanks to a large degree to a program called BirdCast which anyone from backyard birders to scientists to emergency managers can use. Join us as we dive into the fascinating world …

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262 - DOGE Style 1:07:32

3M ago1:07:32

1:07:32

Tesler boycott and protests. Illegal detentions and possible deportations. A cop kills a cyclist while watching Matt Walsh video. Solar farms may help rejuvenate barren ecosystems. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41598-024-72860-8 https://vtdigger.org/2025/03/07/shelburne-police-officer-had-youtube-video-playing-in-cruiser-at-time-of-fatal-crash-c…

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261 - More Like Enola Straight 1:09:39

3M ago1:09:39

1:09:39

A rabid white supremacist interacts with powerful government X accounts. The EPA wants to bar states from warning about dangerous chemicals. Measles in Texas. The great DEI military purge. Beavers get the goods and more! https://www.dailydot.com/debug/captive-dreamer-elon-musk-jd-vance/ https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-14458011/Luigi-Mangio…

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How to Do Spring Garden Cleanup for Pollinators and Wildlife 10:46

3M ago10:46

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Summary As gardeners, it’s common to get the gardening itch in late winter and early spring. The temptation to finish cleaning up our gardens during this time is a natural temptation. However, when doing your spring garden cleanup, it’s important to remember why you didn’t do those activities in the fall. Remembering that can help you choose what t…

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260 - Cancelled 1:13:24

3M ago1:13:24

1:13:24

Musk blows a $22 million Starlink deal over a tweet.The USPS does more than you might think. Kathy Hocul demands CUNY to remove a job call for a Palestinian Studies position. Trump crushes USAID projects around the world. The asteroid won’t hit Earth, but the Moon better look out. https://www.cryptopolitan.com/crypto-trader-kills-himself-on-x-live-…

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259 - Mordechai, Why? 1:16:27

3M ago1:16:27

1:16:27

Elon ignores his children. An Israeli mistakes other Israelis for Palestinians and opens fire. Latest executive order gives Trump sweeping new powers. Judge attacks transgender military ban. Temporary protected status for Haitian immigrants set to expire this year. And Tesla sales tumble across Europe. https://x.com/lionel_trolling/status/189270565…

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Exploring the Fascinating World of Ground Nesting Bees 46:48

3M ago46:48

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Summary Ground nesting bees represent a significant portion of our native bee population, yet they often go unnoticed due to their solitary nature and unique nesting habits. In this episode, we dive into the fascinating world of ground nesting bees and how we can get involved in their study and conservation. Today’s guest Dr. Jordan Kueneman is a r…

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258 - Stay Strawpped 1:23:06

3M ago1:23:06

1:23:06

Meta pirated books for its AI. Trump is sending immigrants to Guantanamo. The Justice Department orders prosecutors to drop their case against Eric Adams. Trump bans plastic straws. RFK is coming for your SSRIs. And Worcester becomes a sanctuary city for trans people. https://www.nbcnews.com/nbc-out/out-news/worcester-massachusetts-becomes-sanctuar…

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257 - And That’s Beyond A Reasonable Doubt 1:02:37

4M ago1:02:37

1:02:37

Kanye’s Twitter rant. Stories from the Trump Administration. The gleam in Netanyahu’s eye. A Petersburgh judge who knows you’re guilty. And Japanese micro forests. https://www.cnn.com/2025/01/31/politics/us-government-agencies-order-employees-to-remove-gender-pronouns-from-email-signatures?cid=ios_app https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/06…

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How to Attract More Birds to Your Yard 8:25

4M ago8:25

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Summary When someone decides they want to attract birds to their yard, often the first thing they do is put up a birdfeeder (or two). It’s what we did when I was a kid, and it’s what countless other people I know have done. There’s nothing wrong with putting out a birdfeeder. They’re a great way to bring the birds to locations where it’s easy for u…

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256 - One Week 1:11:32

4M ago1:11:32

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The first week of the Trump administration is over. Let’s see what they’re up to. And Cuba is helping fight illiteracy in Honduras. https://www.reuters.com/world/trump-cancels-sanctions-far-right-israeli-settlers-occupied-west-bank-2025-01-21/ https://www.nytimes.com/2025/01/20/us/politics/trump-world-health-organization.html https://insiderpaper.c…

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From Suburban Yard to Wildlife Haven: Amanda’s Story 43:13

4M ago43:13

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Summary Amanda shares the journey she and her husband have taken to transform their small, suburban yard into a vibrant habitat for birds and pollinators. We discuss the various projects they’ve undertaken, the challenges of DIY landscaping, the importance of community support, and the positive reactions from neighbors and family. Their story shows…

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255 - Logging Off 1:08:41

5M ago1:08:41

1:08:41

Fires are raging, Meta is giving users the keys to the castle, Israel is obstructing the UN, and goose poop has cancer fighting compunds. https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/01/07/business/meta-fact-checking?open-in-app=logged-out-regiwall&smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=articleShare#meta-fact-checking-facebook https://x.com/esaagar/status/187…

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We’re back! 3:26

5M ago3:26

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Summary I am so excited to be relaunching the Backyard Ecology™ podcast! New episodes will be released every other week, and we have some exciting guests already lined up. Going forward, in addition to the traditional audio version of the podcast episodes, there will also be a video version available for the episodes with guests. The video version …

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254 - 10 Ton Sex Machine 1:08:19

5M ago1:08:19

1:08:19

A series of violent attacks from troops and veterans. Super sexy bullet trains in China. Congestion pricing takes effect in NYC. Paid prenatal leave for NYers. https://www.scmp.com/news/china/article/3292665/china-unveils-future-high-speed-rail-next-gen-prototype?module=perpetual_scroll_0&pgtype=article https://cbs6albany.com/news/local/new-york-be…

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253 - The Cool Zone 1:02:41

5M ago1:02:41

1:02:41

MAGA civil war. Miami is sinking. Hospitals are reporting birthing parents for testing positive for drugs they administered. Biden signs an anti-LGBTQ bill into law. A local inmate was beaten to death by prison guards. And a mayor is building utopia in Mexico City. https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/environment/climate-change/article296831519.h…

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252 - Official Liars 1:21:22

6M ago1:21:22

1:21:22

Drones are in the skies. Luigi Mangione has been accused of the UHC CEO killing. A woman from Florida has been arrested for making related terroristic threats. Manchin and Sinema allow a GOP majority on the NLRB. Israel continues to sow death and destruction. Biden commutes sentence for Kids for Cash judge. And Mexico adds animal rights to its cons…

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251 - Deny Defend Depose 1:05:18

6M ago1:05:18

1:05:18

Someone shot a CEO. Spain is stopping weapons shipments to Israel. The Harris campaign dropped the ball on outreach to voters of color in Philadelphia. Upheavals in North Korea and Syria. And air pollution is down in China over the last decade. https://nypost.com/2024/12/04/us-news/ceo-of-unitedhealthcare-fatally-shot-outside-of-hilton-hotel-in-nyc…

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250 - Ground Games 1:19:47

6M ago1:19:47

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How did the dems manage to lose an election in which they outraised their opponents three to one? In part, ground game. Trump will be rolling back student debt relief. Musk calls to abolish the CFPB. EPA scientists faced retaliation for finding harm from chemicals. The President of Mexico has strong words for Trump. And a Whole Foods in Philadelphi…

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249 - The Layers at Red Onion 1:13:48

6M ago1:13:48

1:13:48

Pokemon Go–good or bad? Who knows. Gaetz is out, Bondi is in. The ICC issues an arrest warrant for Netanyahu. Conditions at a Virginia prison are so bad that inmates are setting themselves on fire. And little gophers made a big difference at Mount St. Helens. https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/protest-matisyahu-concert-troy-savings-bank-199350…

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248 - Open The Flood Gaetz 55:32

7M ago55:32

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Trump cabinet picks are a veritable who’s who of unstable warmongers and knuckleheads. AI slop of Elon Musk has Facebook users thinking he’s gonna save the world. News reporting on the Maccabi Tel Aviv soccer hooligans is pure disinformation. Senate Dems have a chance to strengthen the NLRB–will they take it? And Colombia outlaws child marriage. DD…

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247 - The Real Winner - Chris 57:48

7M ago57:48

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That’s right folks, the real winner of the election is Chris for being right about everything! This ep we talk about Trump’s win, how the dems lost, and what comes next. https://www.latintimes.com/did-joe-biden-drop-out-google-trends-presidential-election-trump-harris-564875 https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/harris-cheney-demo…

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246 - Just Stay Home 1:11:15

7M ago1:11:15

1:11:15

The election is almost here and campaigns have been bilking the elderly for everything they’re worth. A DuPont factory in Louisiana gets a slap on the wrist for emitting benzene. Your spatula is killing you. Israel is conducting an extermination campaign in north Gaza. And airlines are gonna have to pay up for making you wait. https://www.cnn.com/i…

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245 - Daddy's Home 1:12:02

7M ago1:12:02

1:12:02

Donald Trump will spank the nation. Nearly half of Americans want to round up undocumented immigrants in militarized camps. Newspapers are withholding endorsements for the president. Veteran entrepreneurs are using their unique skill set to rise and grind. The federal government is investing in rural power. https://www.power-grid.com/renewable-ener…

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244 - Oops! All Fascists 1:02:43

7M ago1:02:43

1:02:43

Don is fixated on Arnold Palmer’s swangin thang. Canada accidentally invested millions in a monument to fascists. Two Texas oil tycoons are changing the face of conservative politics. An Arkansas Tyson factory may be employing children as young as eleven. The private bail industry is going after charities. Israel continues its bloody assault on Gaz…

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243 - Zionists Say The Darndest Things 1:20:10

8M ago1:20:10

1:20:10

Rensselaer County officials have been found not guilty of ballot fraud. Eric Adams has been indicted. Israel is bombing Lebanon. Accusations of antisemitism are being used to smear critics of Zionism. Sea turtles are showing up in big numbers in Greece. Check out Zombie Giuliani’s new album! https://zombiegiuliani.bandcamp.com/ https://www.timesuni…

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242 - Vote for Library Board feat. Ashley Saupp 1:23:26

8M ago1:23:26

1:23:26

This episode we’re blessed with a guest–Ashley Saupp joins us to talk about her run for Troy Library Board. We also discuss Mark Robinson, RFK JR, Israel’s terror attacks, and the slow but steady reduction in overdose deaths. Don't forget to vote on the 24th! https://www.cnn.com/2024/09/19/politics/kfile-mark-robinson-black-nazi-pro-slavery-porn-fo…

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241 - Boss Baby Airlines 1:14:00

9M ago1:14:00

1:14:00

Kamala turns hard right in the debate. Jill Stein goes on The Breakfast Club. A man self immolates outside the Israeli Consulate in Boston. Laura Loomer is too racist for MAGA. The boss of the county sets his sights on Albany International. And solar power is surging! https://www.timesunion.com/news/article/rensselaer-county-executive-interested-al…

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240 - Don’t Call It A Ceasefire 1:04:07

9M ago1:04:07

1:04:07

Trans panic grips the debate around the ERA in New York. Hunter Biden pleads guilty on tax crimes. Troy is taking steps to deal with its lead pipes. An American was killed by Israeli forces in the West Bank. And goats are chowing down on an invasive grass species in Ontario. https://www.axios.com/2024/09/05/trump-economic-proposal-musk-efficiency-c…

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239 - Mental Plasticity 1:10:55

9M ago1:10:55

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There's plastic in our brains. The DNC is led by a terrifying joyful warrior. Cops in Iowa shoot a family dog in front of a child. Tourism is going haywire around the world. Charging for plastic bags may be having a positive effect on UK beaches. https://e360.yale.edu/digest/microplastics-human-brains https://www.thenation.com/article/politics/aoc-…

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238 - Drop The Raygun 1:04:30

10M ago1:04:30

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Bodies in spaces at the Olympics. RFK JR and DJT are both having a tough time. Ilhan Omar wins in a landslide. Israel pulls an ole uno reverse on the human shields question. Polio returns to Gaza. Tigers stay winning in Thailand. https://jacobin.com/2024/08/ilhan-omar-aipac-squad-israel/ Haaretz= https://drive.google.com/file/d/151YjzzbKPgCvSuMw24v…

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237 - Inhuman Shields 1:01:16

10M ago1:01:16

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Many in the UK support anti-immigrant riots. Irish fugitives arrested in Upstate. Mr. Beast is driving competitors to the brink. Chris Churchill wants to build, baby, build. More news from Israel’s slaughterhouse. And UK pensions are divesting from Israel. https://www.middleeasteye.net/news/far-right-riots-two-thirds-people-uk-sympathise-anti-immig…

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236 - Bearly Legal 52:46

10M ago52:46

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Police kill a woman armed with a pot of hot water. DEI is ruining the NYS police. Residents protest the closure of a detention center. RFK JR killed a bear. A Trojan thinks it's time for a new flag. And a baby bird is saved by a warmed tortilla. https://x.com/lutherlowe/status/1820186492062605812?s=46&t=H0xYNG-blXU-d-zkx5SJeA https://www.nytimes.co…

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235 - No Plan Featuring Mickey 1:11:11

10M ago1:11:11

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This week we’re blessed with a guest–Mickey Dobbin joins us to talk about the state museum, Carmella’s latest antics, the dissolution of the planning commission, and sea turtles making a comeback in Florida. https://www.timesunion.com/state/article/needs-change-state-museum-19584072.php https://www.timesunion.com/churchill/article/churchill-commiss…

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234 - We Recorded This Two Hours Before Biden Dropped Out Of The Race 1:04:13

10M ago1:04:13

1:04:13

Blissfully unaware that Biden was moments from hanging up his hat, we talked about the Bob Menendez corruption case, Kamala’s rough phone call with donors, Aaron Sorkin’s nifty idea for dems, and stem cell therapy curing HIV. https://www.nytimes.com/2024/07/16/nyregion/menendez-corruption-case-explained.html?smid=nytcore-ios-share&referringSource=a…

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233 - Big Guys 1:16:55

11M ago1:16:55

1:16:55

Donald Trump was almost assassinated. Israel is using missiles filled with shrapnel. The DOE is suing schools where students engage in pro-Palestine dissent. Proof of Israel’s use of the Hannibal Directive has been revealed. A Troy cop has been fired because his license was revoked. Shenanigans with the Troy planning board are afoot. And the Iberia…

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