A democrat wins in Trump PA, kids walk out all over the USA and the most brilliant man in the Cosmos dies. What a day this Wednesday is, as Karel goes on a rant about United and Pet Owners, and our ability to say NO. Listen daily at www.reallykarel.com and support the show at patreon.com/karel

Today Leslie is joined by Political Strategist, and good friend, Brad Bannon.

They preview what to watch for in the special election between Democrat Conor Lamb and Republican Rick Saccone for Pennsylvania's 18th congressional district.

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.

He’s also a contributor to The Hill in Washington, D.C and to MyTiller.com, the social media site for politics.

Brad lectures in Political Science at Salem State University in Salem, Massachusetts.

His Twitter handle is @BradBannon and his website is www.BannonCR.com.

Michelle Meow Show - 03-13-2018 by Progressive Voices

The BradCast 03-13-2018 by Progressive Voices

Randi Rhodes PV Promo 3-13-18 by Progressive Voices

Background Briefing 03-14-2018 by Progressive Voices

Trump doesn't want you to know his own report shows that benefits of environmental regulations far outweigh the costs; Colorado Republicans kill bill prioritizing public health in oil and gas development; Interior Secretary Zinke pulls lands in his own home state from oil and gas auction; PLUS: 3rd major storm in 10 days pummels the Northeast, underscoring need to invest in electric grid resilience... All that and more in today's Green News Report!

The Karel Cast:

More of the Obvious: Exercise NOT prescribed, Diet Change NOT being prescribed by doctors…three blood pressure bills will kill you…and why Black barbers are the best.

We have a new secretary of state in the revolving door of DC

American Idol, The Voice, and why I’ve grown to hate talent competitions.

A year later, my iPhone X Review.

Background Briefing 03-12-2018 by Progressive Voices

Randi Rhodes PV Promo 3-12-18 by Progressive Voices