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'BradCast' 10/16/2025: Rightwing SCOTUS Majority Poised to Gut Last of Voting Rights Act by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 10/16/2025 by Progressive Voices

No Kings: Record Turnout — But Will It Matter? | Karel Cast 25-132

Thousands are hitting the streets again for the second “No Kings” Rally, and this time, the turnout could break records — over 2,500 events across America. But here’s the real question: will it actually change anything?

Karel dives into the heart of the movement — the hope, the energy, and the hard truth about what can and can’t be done to stop authoritarian overreach. As Trump flexes more power and the U.S. military obeys increasingly questionable orders, it’s time to ask: Where is the line — and who’s brave enough to draw it?

Plus: A deep look at America’s growing global tension, including dangerous operations in Venezuelan waters, and what it means for democracy here at home. And before the weekend hits — a lighter side: what’s new in entertainment and pop culture.

🎙️ Real talk. No spin. Just Karel.

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'BradCast' 10/15/2025: The 'Epstein Shutdown' and Other Autocratic Nightmares by Progressive Voices

This time on Code WACK!

What will happen when Medicaid is slashed for millions of people as a result of Trump’s H.R. 1, the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill?” How will the largest rollback of the social safety net in over 50 years harm children, families, and rural communities – and what could it mean for states that recently expanded Medicaid, like North Carolina?

To find out, we spoke to Jennifer Wells, director of Economic Justice at Community Change Action, where she leads the organization’s work to advance policies and practices that improve the material conditions of low-income communities. This is the second episode in a two-part series.

Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more!

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The #1 Thing We’re Ignoring — And It’s Killing Us | Karel Cast 25-131

We talk about money, politics, and power — but the one thing that truly matters to every human being is being ignored: our health. 💔

In this episode of The Karel Cast, Karel breaks down why our daily priorities have shifted away from the most essential thing we have — our own well-being. From the food we eat to how we move (or don’t), we’re letting modern life destroy the very thing that keeps us alive.

Why do we put work, tech, and distractions ahead of our bodies and minds? How did health become optional? Let’s talk honestly about what needs to change — starting today.

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'BradCast' 10-14-2025: Missouri Organizers Vow to Block Trump's Gerrymander from Taking Effect by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 10/14/2025 by Progressive Voices

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 Charlie Cook, Founder of the 'Cook Political Report' and Columnist for 'The National Journal,' to discuss the 'playing field' for the 2026 midterm elections in the Senate and House of Representatives.

Then, Senior White House Reporter for 'Bloomberg Government,' Mica Soellner, joins Brad to talk about the new peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, the government shutdown, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's recent attacks on President Trump.

Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.'

He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social.

We Say We Care About Kids — But Do We Really? | Karel Cast 25-130

Politicians scream about “protecting kids” — from drag queens, books, or healthcare — but ignore the one thing that truly shapes their future: what’s in their hands every day. From social media to screen addiction, billionaires are profiting while an entire generation pays the price.

Karel exposes the hypocrisy of a society that pretends to care while letting our children’s mental health, attention spans, and futures crumble — all in the name of profit.

Plus: why peace in the Middle East remains out of reach, the talk of National Guard deployment in San Francisco, and the question no one can answer — what really counts as “American food”?

🎙️ Honest. Unfiltered. Fearlessly real.

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