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BradCast 4/30/2026: Digby and 'Driftglass' on SCOTUS VRA ruling, 'Weekend at Donnie's', and much more by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 4/30/2026 by Progressive Voices

Is the Era of the “Bad Boss” Over? Gen Z, Media Shakeups & Power Shifts Explained

The “boss from hell” is back—at least on screen. With the return of The Devil Wears Prada, the iconic Miranda Priestly reminds us of a workplace era defined by fear, control, and impossible expectations.

But in 2026… does that kind of leadership still survive?

In this episode of The Karel Show, we break down:

* Whether toxic bosses are finally being pushed out

* How Gen Z and Millennials are reshaping workplace culture

* Why HR policies, social media, and public accountability are changing power dynamics

Then: the shakeup in media.

Late night is under pressure—Jimmy Kimmel facing backlash, Stephen Colbert stepping away. Is edgy, opinion-driven TV fading out?

And in news:

* Major station shifts (KNX, KGO and more)

* Ongoing pressure on media organizations

* The bigger question: Is independent journalism under threat—or just evolving?

Plus: what it all means for the future of work, media, and truth itself.

👇 Tell me: Have YOU had a “Miranda Priestly” boss—and would that fly today?

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'BradCast' 4/29/2026 (Corrupt SCOTUS Guts Voting Rights Act) by Progressive Voices

“Let Them Eat Cake?” Trump, Power, and Who Really Pays | The Karel Show

Is America entering a “let them eat cake” moment?

While millions struggle with rising costs, political leaders and wealthy elites appear more disconnected than ever. In this episode of The Karel Show, Karel breaks down the growing perception that power and privilege are taking priority over everyday Americans—and why that narrative is gaining traction.

We look at:

* The debate over political spending and priorities

* Whether leadership is focused on real economic concerns

* How messaging shapes public trust—and distrust

* The broader question: who benefits, and who pays?

Then, we pivot to the ongoing cultural conversation around legacy, media narratives, and how public figures are judged over time.

Plus: a quick health check with the latest headlines affecting your everyday wellbeing.

👇 Join the conversation: Are we more divided—or just more aware?

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This time on CodeWACK!

Imagine two patients … same diagnosis, same medication, same country.

Each one needs the same prescription. One gets their care through the Department of Veterans Affairs, the other gets it through Medicare. The price of the exact same drug could be half as much for one patient as for the other. That's not a glitch. It's how the system is designed.

Our guest is Bob Coleman, a retired healthcare professional who spent more than 40 years serving veterans through the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs—as a clinical pharmacist, medical informaticist, and researcher. His latest ebook is called "Hostile Takeover: How Wall Street and Congress Hijacked American Healthcare and How We Can Take it Back."

This is the second of a two-part series.

Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!

And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation at heal-ca.org/donate.

'BradCast' 4/28/2026: Trump Activist Judges Allow Ten Commandments in TX Classrooms by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 4/28/2026 by Progressive Voices

Democrats Need a Vision: What Do They Actually Stand For? | Strategy, Midterms & Culture Wars

If Democrats want to win the midterms—and 2028—they need more than opposition. They need a clear, bold vision.

Right now, voters know what Democrats are against. But what are they for? That’s the question shaping elections—and possibly the future of the country.

In this episode of The Karel Show, we break down:

* Why messaging matters more than ever

* How a lack of clear priorities cost elections before

* What issues should lead—and which should wait

* And what a winning Democratic strategy actually looks like

Then: the conversation shifts to the upcoming Michael Jackson biopic and the renewed debate around his legacy. With no criminal conviction, a 2005 acquittal, and years of investigations that led nowhere federally, why does the controversy continue—and what does the public really believe today?

Plus: a quick health check with the latest headlines impacting your wellbeing.

👇 Jump in—what should Democrats stand for right now?

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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, Editor-in-Chief for PoliticusUSA.  

First, in the wake of the assassination attempt on the President this past weekend, Brad and Sarah discuss political violence in the age of Trump.

Next, they analyze new polling showing that 70% of Americans want the Iran war to end ASAP.

Lastly, they talk about the prospects for the Democratic party in the congressional midterms, and the curious case of John Fetterman.

Then, Brad is joined by world renowned economist, Dr. Robert Shapiro, Chairman of Sonecon.

The pair breaks down the status of the economy, including the impact of the Iran war and AI.

Brad is on the National Journal's panel of political insiders, is an American political analyst for The Times of India TV, and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. Brad also writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.'

You can read his columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon.

His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social.