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'BradCast' 7/8/2026: John Roberts and Corrupt Republican SCOTUS Majority Play the Long Game by Progressive Voices

Neal the Seal Is Breaking the Internet! 🦭 The World’s Favorite Rebel

A mischievous elephant seal from Tasmania has captured hearts around the world—and his name is Neal the Seal.

Every year, Neal returns to the beaches of southern Tasmania during breeding season, but instead of quietly finding a mate, he crashes into traffic barriers, flips fences, bumps parked cars, and causes absolute chaos. The incredible part? The locals adore him.

Now tourists are getting far too close, putting both Neal and themselves in danger. Some officials even floated the idea of euthanizing him—but people around the world are saying absolutely not. A petition is gaining momentum to find safe, humane ways to protect Neal while letting him be the wild animal everyone has fallen in love with.

Also on today’s show:

🦭 Why Neal the Seal has become an international sensation—and why his future is suddenly uncertain.

📞 Is Senator Mitch McConnell really taking phone calls? Reports claim he’s speaking with colleagues, but there has been little public visibility. Should Americans expect more transparency about the condition of one of the nation’s most influential political leaders?

🌡️ As a dangerous heat wave scorches much of the United States, the Department of Energy is reportedly removing thousands of webpages related to climate change and energy conservation. What was deleted—and why now?

Join Karel live as we separate fact from fiction, celebrate one of the internet’s most lovable wildlife stars, and tackle the stories shaping our world.

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This time on Code WACK!

Is it really normal that the health insurance we pay for often doesn't fully protect us? It may be ‘normal’ but is it right? Millions of Americans face soaring healthcare costs, coverage denials, medical debt, job lock, and even hospital closures. Have we simply come to accept these realities as part of life?

Retired pediatrician and healthcare reform advocate Dr. Ana Malinow says they don't have to be.

After three decades caring for immigrant, refugee, and underserved children, Dr. Malinow believes America is at a pivotal moment to rethink its healthcare system. As America marks 250 years of independence, she's helping lead a campaign calling for a "Declaration of Independence from the U.S. Medical-Industrial Complex" and a national single-payer healthcare system.

Dr. Malinow is the former president of Physicians for a National Health Program and currently serves on the steering committee of National Single Payer.

This is Part 2 of a two-part episode.

Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!

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'BradCast' 7/7/2026: The Trump Family's Staggering Crime Spree; Trump hijacked America's 250th by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 7/7/2026 (We're back!) by Progressive Voices

Madonna is 68. Her new music reflects something all of us eventually face: mortality.

After decades of projecting strength and invincibility, she’s speaking more openly about aging, loss, and what it means to grow older after losing her brother. It raises a question we all spend too much time avoiding:

Why do we devote so much of our lives to things that ultimately don’t matter?

Politics. Social media outrage. Money. Fame. Status. We chase all of it while the one thing none of us can stop is time.

One of the world’s most famous biohackers spent millions trying to reverse aging—only to develop a serious autoimmune disease. It’s a reminder that no amount of money, technology, or science can make us immortal.

So if we can’t beat death…how should we live?

Today’s episode explores the only issue every human being shares: how to make the most of the time we have before it’s gone.

Also on today’s show:

• Why aren’t Democrats demanding more answers about Mitch McConnell’s health?

• Is it finally time for Graham Platner to step aside?

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Karel is a history-making broadcaster, entertainer, and commentator based in Las Vegas, sharing life with his beloved service dog, Ember.

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'BradCast' 7/6/2026: Maine Us Senate Race Rocked by Sexual Assault Claim Against Platner by Progressive Voices

America at 250: Heat, Hate & Division | Is This Really Who We’ve Become?

America turned 250 years old—but instead of a celebration of unity, the anniversary exposed just how divided the country has become.

This week on The Karel Cast, I look at the stories that defined America’s birthday: record-breaking heat fueled by a changing climate, political fear campaigns, extremist groups marching openly in Washington, D.C., and a nation increasingly unable to agree on even the most basic facts.

As neighborhoods filled with fireworks, many Americans celebrated while others worried about frightened pets, traumatized veterans, wildfire risks, and the growing sense that we’ve lost sight of one another.

What should have been a historic milestone became a reflection of a country wrestling with polarization, political theater, and competing visions of what America is—and what it should become.

And because sometimes reality feels stranger than fiction… we’ll also talk about the internet’s latest obsession involving Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce.

Do you think America is stronger at 250—or more divided than ever? Join the conversation in the comments.

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LIVE From Ukraine: LGBTQ Rights Are Under Attack Worldwide | This Gay Week

What happens when you discuss LGBTQ rights while ballistic missiles are falling nearby?

This week on This Gay Week, Scott Jacobsen joins me live from Ukraine to examine the biggest LGBTQ stories from around the world—including the realities of living in a war zone while continuing to fight for equality.

This week’s stories include:

• Russia’s crackdown on LGBTQ people reaches absurd new levels, with even SpongeBob SquarePants caught in the Kremlin’s culture war.

• A Russian bar owner and two employees are arrested simply for allowing LGBTQ people to gather.

• Ukrainian LGBTQ soldiers risk their lives defending their country, only to return home still fighting for equal rights.

• Bulgaria holds a government-supported “Family March” on the same day as Pride, raising new questions about LGBTQ equality in Eastern Europe.

• New setbacks for transgender rights in the United States spark concern over whether similar policies could spread around the world.

These stories aren’t isolated—they’re part of a growing global struggle over equality, freedom, and human rights.

Join us for thoughtful conversation, analysis, and perspectives you won’t hear on most mainstream news programs.

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Republican Meltdown STOPS Congress | Taylor Swift’s Multi-Million Dollar Wedding | The Truth About “Chalance”

Congress is in chaos…again.

House Republicans abruptly shut down votes on several major bills after members of their own party revolted on the House floor, forcing leadership to cancel the legislative schedule and send lawmakers home for nearly two weeks. Instead of governing, Congress heads into another recess after failing to move key legislation—including an attempt to attach President Trump’s voting proposal to the defense budget.

What’s really behind the latest Republican meltdown, and what does it mean for Americans?

Then, a surprising new dating trend is taking over social media. It’s called “Chalance,” and after hearing what it is, I realized I’ve been doing it for years. Is this the secret to modern relationships, or just another viral buzzword?

Plus, Taylor Swift’s lavish wedding celebration is reportedly costing millions. But research suggests the more couples spend on a wedding, the greater their chances of divorce. Is there really a connection between extravagant weddings and lasting marriages?

Join me live as we break down the day’s biggest headlines with news, opinion, humor, and conversation you won’t find anywhere else.

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