US WORLD REPORT

This is Part 2 of the Doomsday Clock with UN weapons inspector Tim Trevan. He discusses the potential threats to the United States from rogue nations, terrorism and environmental change. Also biological and chemical weapons are added to this mix. Join Tom Osborne and Ken McCaleb as they try to make sense of some very complex issues facing the United Nations and their member states. Why is ISIS so successful at recruiting young people to their cause? Are they looking for new ways to wage war with man made diseases? What is Putin up to? Will China support North Korea if they continue testing their nuclear and missile technologies. How is President Trump handling the pressure being brought on by the DPRK? There's a lot of behind the scenes diplomacy going on and US-UN Report will bring you up to date!

This episode begins with Holocaust U.S. immigration stories, then examines coming to America from the pilgrims, encountering indigenous indians, African slavery, the Chinese Gold Rush, the Japanese internments, the German and Irish arrival and claiming of land for farming. We discuss the 1965 Immigration doctrines and conclude with Lady Liberty and an assessment of the proposed wall bordering Mexico. Join hosts Tom Osborne and Ken McCaleb with their panel discussion members Political Science Historian Dr. David Kanervo, Playwright Michael Sultana, Holocaust Educator Merle Saferstein for a time travel review of American immigration history and policies.

In Part 2 of our program featuring photojournalist John Isaac, we learn of his psychological breakdown upon returning from Rwanda. A close encounter with some backyard nature awakened a new direction in his life. As he begins to heal, he morphs himself into a world class wildlife photographer. Lions, Tigers and Bears...oh my become his new driving force and inspiration. Meanwhile, he continues to document his many new contacts and friends Audrey Hepburn, Mother Teresa, Michael Jackson, the Royal family of India, Mick Jagger, Sting, Luciano Pavarotti, the list of luminaries is endless. 

His close encounter with Michael Jackson developed into a true friendship of respect and mutual admiration. Hear how John first hangs up on Michael thinking it was a prank phone call. John Isaac's stories are worthy of a good listening, so sit back, listen and enjoy!... US-UN Report with Tom Osborne and Ken McCaleb.

John Isaac is an American immigration legend of the highest level. Originally from India, John came here in the late 1960's hoping to become a folk singer like some of his heroes, namely Bob Dylan and Joan Baez. He brought his guitar and became a street busker in New York City's Greenwich Village. A member of the United Nations choir heard his baritone voice and asked him to audition over at their midtown headquarters. He agreed and asked, "Can you help me get a job there, I'm here on a temporary travel visa?" The UN staff member and eventual colleague agreed to help. John was able to secure an entry level position as a messenger. His interest in photography began two years later but not before appearing as a yodeler on the Ted Mack Amateur Hour in 1970. It's all here, his story of laughter and tears throughout the years. In part one of two, we witness the maturing of a young idealistic man to become perhaps the greatest photojournalist of our time.

John's world-wide journey introduces him to the likes of Mother Teresa, Audrey Hepburn, Michael Jackson and many others. Their friendship and influence is evident in the way he speaks of their memories together. Always, the student and teacher, John Isaac studied darkroom techniques with Ansel Adams and is willing to share everything he's learned with anyone who wants to listen. For a budding photographer, this radio broadcast and podcast is a vault of valuable information, almost like a webinar on steroids. Not only does he speak of composition and framing techniques but he talks about the responsibility of maintaining dignity with the subject matter.

Mr. Isaac's transition from war and UN photojournalist to wildlife photo naturalist is a story that was just waiting to be told in long format. So, now sit back, relax and let "The World of John Isaac" (Part One) begin...

Follow the immigration stories of the Jewish people to America before and after the Holocaust. Merle, is a former outreach director of the Holocaust Documentation and Education Center in Hollywood, Florida 1986-2011. She also helped write and coordinate the K thru 12 curriculum of Holocaust Education in the State of Florida.   In the 80's Merle Saferstein helped in the opening of the Anne Frank In The World, 1929-1945 exhibition. This exhibition eventually toured the country was attended by the late Professor and Nobel Peace Prize recipient Elie Wiesel when the show opened in New York City.

U.S. Amb. Thomas Pickering discusses five decades of his diplomatic work. It's a behind the scenes look at how the State Department gets things done, dirty laundry and all... He's been referred to as one of the "Greatest US Ambassadors of our time!" We examine his tenure from JFK to Bill Clinton and it's a real eye opener, so download and share with a friend and most of all enjoy the history of it all. Hosts: Tom Osborne and Ken McCaleb did their homework and Dr. David Kanervo checked off all the facts.

UN Psychologist Judy Kuriansky describes the international politics of healing traumas in our world. Her unique approach and the result it brings cuts through the red tape to the emotional wounds people suffer.

In this episode we hear what it was like to grow up during the last 10 US Presidential Administrations. Eleanor Roosevelt, Lauren Bacall, Adlai Stevenson, Bobby & JFK visiting the Schlesinger household regularly. Stephen Schlesinger the writer, describes working for TIME magazine, his 3 published books and his career years at the UN. He depicts how his father Arthur Schlesinger Jr. navigated the perils of power in Washington DC. Radio host Tom Osborne with his co-host Ken McCaleb hit a grand slam with this engaging interview. Hear the story of one of America's most noted and respected families. The Schlesinger Family.

Tom Osborne and Brian O'Neil interview weapons inspector(WMD) expert, Charles Duelfer regarding nuclear capable countries and they might influence the United States and the world.