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This week, the use of the Johnson & Johnson one-shot COVID-19 vaccine is paused, raising questions and concerns, as well as setbacks for President Biden's vaccination effort.

A recent poll shows that less than half of all Americans are concerned with many of the core tenets of journalism... but why? We examine this, as well as President Biden's plans to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan, the ongoing trial of Derek Chauvin, and continuing unrest in Minneapolis as more protests ensue following the shooting death of another black man.

We then shift our attention over to the controversial decision to pause the use of the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine, raising concerns among health experts about hesitation by Americans to get vaccinated against the coronavirus. The CDC's reasoning for doing so was "out of an abundance of caution," but how does the safety of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine compare against other more common medications that have caused similar problems related to blood clotting in the past? Also, how big a setback will the decision to pause the use of the vaccine be for the Biden administration? We examine all of this in this week's edition of Middle Theory.

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• Connie Fletcher
• Victoria Pinderski
• John Taylor
• James Malone
• John Lipartito

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SHOW NOTES

• DISTRUST: Study of public attitude toward press reveals distrust deeper than partisanship
• PULLOUT: Why Biden is pulling the US -- and NATO -- out of Afghanistan
• SHOOTING: Minnesota shooting charging decision awaited, protests go on
• FLOYD: Use-of-force expert for defense says Chauvin was justified in kneeling on George Floyd
• CAUSE FOR PAUSE: FDA calls to pause Johnson & Johnson vaccines over rare blood clots
• How serious is the Johnson & Johnson blood clot risk compared to common medications?
• HESITATION: J&J halt threatens to worsen 'hesitancy' problem
• MODERNA efficacy falls to 90%
• Mixing and matching' corona vaccines will be trialed to see if alternating doses can boost immunity
• World struggles to maintain immunization drives amid mounting reports of side effects

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As the trial of Derek Chauvin proceeds, we look at statements from police and medical professionals who call the death of George Floyd the result of "deadly force." 

This week, while many states are setting new plans for reopening in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans are still getting vaccinated, while others await vaccine availability in their localities. Also, the Senate continues to weigh options regarding the filibuster, and Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law allowing him to serve two more terms. Meanwhile, as the trial of Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin ensues, experts including members of law enforcement and medical professionals have taken to the stand, calling Chauvin's actions which led to the death of George Floyd "excessive" and "deadly." We examine all this, and more on this week's edition of Middle Theory. 

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* Betty June

* Daniel Baumberger

* Edith Wacker

* Jon Haskins 

* Rick Dale

* Robert Westfall

* Jonathan Taylor

* Daniel Richard 

* Robert Walshe

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SHOW NOTES

* FILIBUSTER: Senate official gives Democrats tool to bypass filibuster on certain bills.

* PUTIN: Putin signs law allowing him to run for two more terms as Russian President

* Navalny says he's continuing hunger strike despite a high temperature and bad cough

* COVID: A dangerous Covid-19 variant has spread to all 50 US states. Experts worry it could send cases surging

* Biden to move deadline for states to open Covid vaccines to all U.S. adults to April 19

* CHAUVIN TRIAL: Doctor who treated George Floyd says Floyd's heart stopped as he tried to resuscitate 

* CHIEF:  Chauvin broke rules in Floyd arrest, says city's police chief 

* George Floyd is what happens when police dismiss the community

* Derek Chauvin trial is another media spectacle that causes trauma rather than healing

As the trial of Derek Chauvin proceeds, we look at statements from police and medical professionals who call the death of George Floyd the result of "deadly force."

This week, while many states are setting new plans for reopening in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, many Americans are still getting vaccinated, while others await vaccine availability in their localities. Also, the Senate continues to weigh options regarding the filibuster, and Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a law allowing him to serve two more terms. Meanwhile, as the trial of Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin ensues, experts including members of law enforcement and medical professionals have taken to the stand, calling Chauvin's actions which led to the death of George Floyd "excessive" and "deadly." We examine all this, and more on this week's edition of Middle Theory.

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A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

• Betty June
• Daniel Baumberger
• Edith Wacker
• Jon Haskins
• Rick Dale
• Robert Westfall
• Jonathan Taylor
• Daniel Richard
• Robert Walshe

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SHOW NOTES

• FILIBUSTER: Senate official gives Democrats tool to bypass filibuster on certain bills.
• PUTIN: Putin signs law allowing him to run for two more terms as Russian President
• Navalny says he's continuing hunger strike despite a high temperature and bad cough
• COVID: A dangerous Covid-19 variant has spread to all 50 US states. Experts worry it could send cases surging
• Biden to move deadline for states to open Covid vaccines to all U.S. adults to April 19
• CHAUVIN TRIAL: Doctor who treated George Floyd says Floyd's heart stopped as he tried to resuscitate
• CHIEF: Chauvin broke rules in Floyd arrest, says city's police chief
• George Floyd is what happens when police dismiss the community
• Derek Chauvin trial is another media spectacle that causes trauma rather than healing
• SHOOTING: 2 Injured After Navy Medic Opens Fire Near Fort Detrick, Suspect Dead

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This week, President Biden gives his first press conference as reporters asked the commander-in-chief about immigration, the filibuster, foreign policy, and more.

Modern living in the West is a mad rush... but why? After opening dialogue on mindfulness (and how badly many of us need to make time for "silence" in our lives), we turn our attention toward controversial new legislation in Georgia that may affect ease of access for voters, and has led to many boycotts of the state. Then shifting our attention over to President Biden's first official press conference, we look at why the commander in chief has come under fire for his statements about immigration, the filibuster, and a range of other topics, all of which we analyze on this week's edition of Middle Theory.

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* Alex Kostel

* Jennie Vongvith

* Jessica Riley

* Jennifer Garland

* Ali Buchan

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SHOW NOTES

* CARJACK: Teen girls charged with murder, carjacking of Uber Eats driver in Washington, DC

* GA VOTE: Georgia Has Passed A Highly-Partisan Bill Overhauling State Voting Laws

* New Georgia voting law: What does SB 202 change for elections?

* Georgia companies respond to voting law signed by Gov. Kemp as calls for boycotts increase

* Sen. Lindsey Graham on food or water in GA voting law doesn't make 'a whole lot of sense'

* CHAUVIN TRIAL: Derek Chauvin trial begins with opening statements

* MEET THE PRESS: Biden’s First Press Conference Tackles Filibuster, Immigration, Afghanistan

* FILIBUSTING:

This week, President Biden's first press conference raises eyebrows as reporters asked the commander-in-chief about immigration, the filibuster, foreign policy, and more.

Modern living in the West is a mad rush... but why? After opening dialogue on mindfulness (and how badly many of us need to make time for "silence" in our lives), we turn our attention toward controversial new legislation in Georgia that may affect ease of access for voters, and has led to many boycotts of the state. Then shifting our attention over to President Biden's first official press conference, we look at why the commander in chief has come under fire for his statements about immigration, the filibuster, and a range of other topics, all of which we analyze on this week's edition of Middle Theory.

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A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

• Edith Wacker
• Alex Kostel
• Jennie Vongvith
• Jessica Riley
• Jennifer Garland
• Ali Buchan

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SHOW NOTES

• YOU Q's, YOU LOSE: QAnon Says White House St. Patrick's Day Lighting Was 'Go' Message
• FRONT LINES: Many health-care workers have not gotten a coronavirus vaccine
• IMMIGRATION: House passes immigration bills to establish path to citizenship for millions
• POLICY PERILS: Biden's foreign policy moves raise bipartisan eyebrows: The Note
• Putin fires back after Biden's interview with George Stephanopoulos
• RED SCARE: Russia reacts angrily after Biden calls Putin a 'killer'
• Putin: "Takes one to know one."
• Biden is right to call Putin a killer. Now he should declassify the proof.
• Kremlin, on possible new Cold War, says: we always hope for best but prepare for worst
• Russia's disinformation campaign will keep rolling, as long as Republicans are gullible enough
• CHINA TOO: US-China Alaska Talks Shows Tense Ties as Sides Seek Cooperation
• US and China trade barbs after Blinken warns of need to respect global order or face a 'more violent world'
• HATE CRIME: Atlanta police on shooting probe: 'Nothing is off the table'
• Some officials call for hate crime charges in the Atlanta-area spa shootings that left 8 dead
• ASIAN ISSUES: Inside Edition Report Looks at Purported Anti-Asian Violence

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Things heat up between the United States and Russia, as statements by President Joe Biden during a recent ABC interview raise bipartisan concerns about U.S. foreign policy. 

As we lead off this week, supporters of the online conspiracy theories related to Q Anon claim that there was a secret message at the White House on Saint Patrick's Day... a story almost as strange as the reality that one in every three health care workers in the U.S. have not been vaccinated yet for COVID-19. We look at why and also ask what it says about attitudes toward vaccines and their efficacy among the health care service community.

Then shifting out attention ot foreign policy, we look at explosive statements from U.S. President Joe Biden this week, who agreed with George Stephanopoulos's assessment that Vladimir Putin is a "killer," which prompted a unique response from the Russian leader. This, in addition to ongoing assessments of the recent shootings in Atlanta and in Boulder, and much more are covered on this week's edition of Middle Theory.

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A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

* Edith Wacker

* Alex Kostel

* Jennie Vongvith

* Jessica Riley

* Jennifer Garland

* Ali Buchan

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SHOW NOTES

* YOU Q’s, YOU LOSE: QAnon Says White House St. Patrick's Day Lighting Was 'Go' Message

* FRONT LINES: Many health-care workers have not gotten a coronavirus vaccine

* IMMIGRATION: House passes immigration bills to establish path to citizenship for millions

* POLICY PERILS: Biden's foreign policy moves raise bipartisan eyebrows: The Note

* Putin fires back after Biden's interview with George Stephanopoulos

* RED SCARE: Russia reacts angrily after Biden calls Putin a 'killer'

* Putin: “Takes one to know one.”

Things heat up between the United States and Russia, as statements by President Joe Biden during a recent ABC interview raise bipartisan concerns about U.S. foreign policy.

As we lead off this week, supporters of the online conspiracy theories related to Q Anon claim that there was a secret message at the White House on Saint Patrick's Day... a story almost as strange as the reality that one in every three health care workers in the U.S. have not been vaccinated yet for COVID-19. We look at why and also ask what it says about attitudes toward vaccines and their efficacy among the health care service community.

Then shifting out attention ot foreign policy, we look at explosive statements from U.S. President Joe Biden this week, who agreed with George Stephanopoulos's assessment that Vladimir Putin is a "killer," which prompted a unique response from the Russian leader. This, in addition to ongoing assessments of the recent shootings in Atlanta and in Boulder, and much more are covered on this week's edition of Middle Theory.

Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Visit our Coronavirus Charities Page to learn more.

DOLLARS FOR DONUTS

A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

• Edith Wacker
• Alex Kostel
• Jennie Vongvith
• Jessica Riley
• Jennifer Garland
• Ali Buchan

If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:

We also offer SUBSCRIPTION accounts for those who would like to make recurring monthly payments to Middle Theory. If you would prefer to SUBSCRIBE to the program, click here to visit our DONATES page, and scroll down below the primary DONATE button.

SHOW NOTES

• YOU Q's, YOU LOSE: QAnon Says White House St. Patrick's Day Lighting Was 'Go' Message
• FRONT LINES: Many health-care workers have not gotten a coronavirus vaccine
• IMMIGRATION: House passes immigration bills to establish path to citizenship for millions
• POLICY PERILS: Biden's foreign policy moves raise bipartisan eyebrows: The Note
• Putin fires back after Biden's interview with George Stephanopoulos
• RED SCARE: Russia reacts angrily after Biden calls Putin a 'killer'
• Putin: "Takes one to know one."
• Biden is right to call Putin a killer. Now he should declassify the proof.
• Kremlin, on possible new Cold War, says: we always hope for best but prepare for worst
• Russia's disinformation campaign will keep rolling, as long as Republicans are gullible enough
• CHINA TOO: US-China Alaska Talks Shows Tense Ties as Sides Seek Cooperation
• US and China trade barbs after Blinken warns of need to respect global order or face a 'more violent world'
• HATE CRIME: Atlanta police on shooting probe: 'Nothing is off the table'
• Some officials call for hate crime charges in the Atlanta-area spa shootings that left 8 dead
• ASIAN ISSUES: Inside Edition Report Looks at Purported Anti-Asian Violence

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This week, we look at the ongoing scandal surrounding New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and the uneasy position where it has left Democratic leaders including President Biden and Vice President Harris. 

The world has changed over the course of the last year, and even as acclimated to "pandemic life" as most of us now are, many continue to struggle with their jobs, and even personal relationships that require more maintenance and upkeep in the era of social distancing. We look at this, as well as the ongoing problems New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces with sexual misconduct allegations and a number of other controversies, which could even result in his impeachment from office. However, as the situation unfolds, President Biden has finally spoken out about Cuomo's situation during an ABC interview, which has many wondering what Vice President Harris will say, or if she will comment on the allegations.

Then we wrap up by examining the long term impact of Q Anon conspiracies, and whether those who advocate such ideas do so against their own best interests, in advance of the release of a new HBO documentary which claims it might have exposed the identity of the mysterious peddler of conspiracies throughout the years of Donald Trump's presidency.

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* Rick Dale

* Connie Fletcher

* Victoria Pinderski

* Shelly Orlandini

* James Malone

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SHOW NOTES

* STIMULUS: Millions of $1,400 stimulus checks to hit bank accounts Wednesday

* BRAZIL: Bolsonaro's handling of Brazil's rolling coronavirus disaster is a threat to the world

* Bolsonaro's Standing Craters Amid Health-Care Collapse

* NORWAVE 3: Norway in third wave, health minister says

* FRIENDS: How year of restrictions has changed friendships forever

* DR B: Dr. B’s COVID vaccination waiting list

* IMPEACHMENT? NY Assembly Opens Cuomo Impeachment Inquiry, Hires Law Firm

* RESIGN: Biden Says Should Resign, Will Be Prosecuted If Allegations Confirmed

* PROPAGANDA:

This week, we look at the ongoing scandal surrounding New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, and the uneasy position where it has left Democratic leaders including President Biden and Vice President Harris.

The world has changed over the course of the last year, and even as acclimated to "pandemic life" as most of us now are, many continue to struggle with their jobs, and even personal relationships that require more maintenance and upkeep in the era of social distancing. We look at this, as well as the ongoing problems New York Governor Andrew Cuomo faces with sexual misconduct allegations and a number of other controversies, which could even result in his impeachment from office. However, as the situation unfolds, President Biden has finally spoken out about Cuomo's situation during an ABC interview, which has many wondering what Vice President Harris will say, or if she will comment on the allegations.

Then we wrap up by examining the long term impact of Q Anon conspiracies, and whether those who advocate such ideas do so against their own best interests, in advance of the release of a new HBO documentary which claims it might have exposed the identity of the mysterious peddler of conspiracies throughout the years of Donald Trump's presidency.

Coronavirus Charities: If you are able, please consider supporting the following charities that are offering relief for those affected by the coronavirus pandemic. Visit our Coronavirus Charities Page to learn more.

DOLLARS FOR DONUTS

A special thank you to those who donated to the podcast this week:

• Rick Dale
• Connie Fletcher
• Victoria Pinderski
• Shelly Orlandini
• James Malone

If you like Middle Theory and want to help support the show, you can donate to the program here:

We also offer SUBSCRIPTION accounts for those who would like to make recurring monthly payments to Middle Theory. If you would prefer to SUBSCRIBE to the program, click here to visit our DONATES page, and scroll down below the primary DONATE button.

SHOW NOTES

• STIMULUS: Millions of $1,400 stimulus checks to hit bank accounts Wednesday
• BRAZIL: Bolsonaro's handling of Brazil's rolling coronavirus disaster is a threat to the world
• Bolsonaro's Standing Craters Amid Health-Care Collapse
• NORWAVE 3: Norway in third wave, health minister says
• FRIENDS: How year of restrictions has changed friendships forever
• DR B: Dr. B's COVID vaccination waiting list
• IMPEACHMENT? NY Assembly Opens Cuomo Impeachment Inquiry, Hires Law Firm
• RESIGN: Biden Says Should Resign, Will Be Prosecuted If Allegations Confirmed
• PROPAGANDA: White supremacist propaganda in hit record in 2020, group claims
• Q WHO? HBO's QAnon Docuseries 'Q: Into the Storm' Believes It Has Discovered Q's Identity

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This week, the British Royal Family is placed under renewed public scrutiny following a "bombshell" interview with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. 

The CDC has just released its guidelines for people who have received vaccinations for COVID-19. Although many will now be able to return to some pre-pandemic activities, when is a person who has received their shots still not considered "vaccinated"? Also in the news this week is a new report that claims the United States is doing less to contribute to freedom around the world. We look at this, and why some countries view American political philosophies a potential danger.

Then shifting our attention to the story one everyone's mind this week, we analyze the explosive interview Oprah Winfrey recently conducted with Prince Harry and Meghan Markle, and why it has the British tabloids "apoplectic." More significantly, we ask why this story is the sensation that it has become, what its cultural significance is, and why the current online media environment facilitated one of the most revealing glimpses of the British Royal Family in recent memory. Will they ever fully recover in the aftermath of the Harry and Megan "tell-all"?

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* Robert Westfall

* Jonathan Taylor

* John Lipartito

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SHOW NOTES

* VAX GUIDE: CDC Says It's Safe For Vaccinated People To Do These Activities

* FREEDOM FOR SALE: Report: U.S. contributes to ongoing decline of freedom worldwide

* WOKE OR BROKE: 'Woke' American Ideas Are a Threat, French Leaders Say

* SILENCE: In red and blue America, an epidemic of self-censorship is threatening democracy

* CANCEL CANCELING: As phenomenon grows, business booms for cancel culture consultant

* KAPLAN’S CREW: Joel Kaplan’s Policy Team Sways Big Facebook Decisions, Alex Jones Ban

* ROYAL RUMBLE: UK royals absorb shock of revealing Harry, Meghan interview 

* Prince Harry and Meghan’s Inter...