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'BradCast' 10/6/2025: Trump Attempting His 'Invasion from Within' by Progressive Voices

🌎 The Diet That Could Save 15 Million Lives AND the Planet | Karel Cast 25-125

Can what’s on your plate really save the world? The EAT-Lancet Commission—over 70 leading scientists—says yes. Their new “Planetary Diet” could stop 15 million deaths a year and drastically cut climate damage. But here’s the catch: it demands a complete shift in how we grow, eat, and think about food.

Karel breaks down the report, explains why the current food system is killing both people and the planet, and reveals why he believes this life-saving solution will still be ignored. Plus—Diddy’s 50-month sentence, and major comedians facing backlash for performing in Saudi Arabia. Should art cross those lines?

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'BradCast' 10/2/2025: Mass Firings During Shutdown 'Extremely Illegal' by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 10/2/2025 by Progressive Voices

Is Pet Ownership Only for the Rich? Rising Vet Costs, Shutdown & Global Conflicts | Karel Cast 25-124

Pets bring joy, comfort, and real health benefits to our lives—but are they becoming luxuries only the wealthy can afford? In this episode of The Karel Cast, we dive into the skyrocketing costs of pet ownership: from veterinary bills to pet insurance that now runs $100–$250 per month. With MARS Inc. (yes, the candy company) owning nearly half of U.S. veterinary clinics, is the system stacked against everyday pet owners? Why isn’t there public support for families struggling to keep their beloved companions healthy?

We also cover day two of the U.S. government shutdown, Trump’s collapsing approval ratings, and the frustrating lack of strong leadership from Democrats. Plus, a terror attack at a synagogue in England raises global questions about hate, compassion, and the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. How do we balance outrage at hate crimes with accountability for state violence and innocent lives lost?

Join Karel for a bold, unfiltered conversation on pets, politics, and the price of compassion.

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'BradCast' 10/1/2025: Voting rights journalist Ari Berman on Trump DOJ's 'voter suppression agenda' by Progressive Voices

As a consequence of Trump's drastic cuts to Medicaid and other health programs, experts estimate that between nearly 8 million and 10 million more Americans will be uninsured by 2034. These include the most vulnerable among us, people who depend on Medicaid because they are poor, ill and/or live with disabilities. And here’s the kicker: experiencing disability isn’t as rare or improbable as we’d like to think.

That's why this fight for health care is about all of us—our families, our neighbors, and our future. From hospital care to home-based services to keeping rural clinics alive, Medicaid is a pillar of our healthcare system—and when it’s weakened, entire communities feel the impact. So what happens when that pillar is damaged? We recently spoke to Andy Imparato, executive director of Disability Rights California, and policy analyst Sabrina Epstein. This is the second episode in a two-part series with Disability Rights California.

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Enemy Within? Trump, Government Shutdown & Sean “Diddy” Combs Sentencing | Karel Cast 25-123

Who exactly is America’s “enemy within”? Donald Trump told military leaders to prepare for internal enemies—but does that mean everyday citizens, immigrants, or simply anyone who disagrees with him? This episode dives deep into the dangerous rhetoric that blurs the line between democracy and authoritarianism.

Meanwhile, the U.S. government is shut down—again. But this time, Trump appears ready to weaponize it, making Americans suffer in order to blame the other side. Why does Congress keep getting paid while the country stalls?

And finally, Sean “Diddy” Combs faces sentencing. Prosecutors are pushing for 11 years—sparking questions about whether the punishment is fair, or if he’s being targeted because of race, power, and success.

Join Karel for bold commentary, sharp insights, and the real questions others avoid.

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Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer based in Las Vegas, joined by his service dog Ember.

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'BradCast' 9/30/2025: 'A War from Within' (Trump's Mind) As Government Shutdown Looms by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 9/30/2025 by Progressive Voices