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Archive for June, 2008

Gun Rights, North Korea, the Economy, and Democratic Party Unity

Saturday, June 28th, 2008

Left, Right and Center
from KCRW
  

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Left Right and CenterLeft, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica. 

The Supreme Court’s decision to remove the ban on handguns in Washington D.C. by affirming that citizens are covered by the Second Amendment in their right to be able to own guns, including handguns is discussed by the panel.

The panel also discusses President Bush’s decision to remove North Korea from the black list of terrorist countries.  They then talk about the different views about what to do about our need for cheap oil and energy.

The panel talks about the move toward Democratic party unity between Senators Obama and Clinton.  Lastly, they talk about the rise of dissident conservatives who now support Senator Obama.

The four participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Jim Antle who represents the right and is sitting in for Tony Blankley, Matt Miller who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington who represents the progressive blogosphere. 

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Click here to view the New York Times article about North Korea.

Click here to view the Los Angeles Times article about the Supreme Court decision on gun rights.

The Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act and the House Contempt Vote on Harriet Miers and Joshua Bolten

Saturday, June 28th, 2008

Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington  

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Mark Levine's Inside ScoopMark Levine’s guest for the first part of the show is Michelle Richardson, the Legal Consultant for the American Civil Liberties Union.  They talk about the revisions to the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act (FISA) and about the principles of warrantless wiretapping.

Mark goes on to discuss his views on the contempt vote last February by the House of Representatives regarding the subpoenas of Harriet Miers and Joshua Bolten.

To listen to this podcast click here.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes. The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about. Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

Visit Radio Inside Scoop.com to access more information and additional podcast shows.

The Mortgage Foreclosure Bailout Bill and How the Airlines Can be Profitable

Thursday, June 26th, 2008

 American Radio Journal

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Housing Bailout BillThis week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with John Berlau, Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship at the Competitive Enterprise Institute (CEI) about the proposed $300 billion mortgage foreclosure bail-out bill: Ryan Shafik gets the “Real Story” from Andy Roth of the Club for Growth on a new web site detailing dumb laws passed by Congress and state legislatures; And, Col. Frank Ryan, USMC (Ret.) has an American Radio Journal commentary on how the airline industry can achieve profitability.

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American Radio Journal is produced and distributed by the Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research, Inc. The Lincoln Institute is a 501c3 non-profit educational foundation based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1993, the mission of the Lincoln Institute is: “To promote the ideals of free market economics, individual liberty, and limited government through the conduct of public opinion research and related educational programs.”

The Lincoln Institute accepts no government money and is completely funded by philanthropic grant making foundations, corporations, and individuals.

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Buycott/Boycott: Harnessing the Power of the Purchase

Tuesday, June 24th, 2008

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GlobalizationThe following podcast is brought to you courtesy of A World of Possibilities and The Mainstream Media Project. 

 Most of us feel powerless before the vast, unaccountable institutions that govern our lives; but, we may hold in our wallets and purses a power that, if properly applied, could transform the global economy. Harnessing the power of the purchase through buycotts as well as the more familiar boycotts could save ourselves and the planet.

Guests:
Alisa Gravitz, Gifford Pinchot, Betsy Taylor

Credits: Music in this program: open- “Doctone” by Branford Marsalis, Columbia; welcome- “A United Earth I” by Alan Stivell with Youssou N’Dour; Putumayo World Music; break 1- “Doctone” by Branford Marsalis, Columbia; break 2- “#34” by the Dave Matthews Band, RCA; bottom of the hour billboard- “Trieste” by Branford Marsalis, Columbia; break 3- “Doctone” by Branford Marsalis, Columbia; close and credits- “#34” by the Dave Matthews Band, RCA.

Funding: The Merck Family Fund

Duration: 55:00 minutes

To listen to this podcast click here.

Oil Drilling, Gay Marriage, Public Financing, and Guantanamo Bay Issues Debate

Monday, June 23rd, 2008

Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington 

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Mark Levine's Inside ScoopMark Levine has a spirited and informative discussion with Republican Strategist Mike Lane on several of the most recent issues in the news.

They start by talking about the Senator McCain flip-flop on the offshore oil drilling issue.  Their discussion includes talk about all domestic deposits of crude oil and the impact or lack of impact on our foreign oil dependence.

Next they discuss a new study reported in the Washington Post about the similarities in brain structures between gay men and straight women and between lesbian women and straight men.  They discuss this in the context of the referendum election in California on the gay marriage issue.

Then they turn their attention to the Senator Obama flip flop on public financing of elections.  Lastly they debate the recent Supreme Court decision on the habeas corpus principle applied to the detainees at Guantanamo Bay. 

To listen to this podcast click here.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes. The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about. Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

Visit Radio Inside Scoop.com to access more information and additional podcast shows.

President Bush Weekly Radio Address: 4 Steps to Expand Domestic Oil Production

Saturday, June 21st, 2008

Presidential SealPresident Bush, in his weekly radio address to the nation, presented 4 points in a program that he feels will help the nation decrease its dependence on the importation of foreign oil. 

“Good morning. Americans are concerned about the high price of gasoline. Everyone who commutes to work, purchases food, ships a product, or takes a family vacation feels the burden of higher prices at the pump. And families across our country are looking to Washington for a response.

The fundamental problem behind high gas prices is that the supply of oil has not kept up with the rising demand across the world. One obvious solution is for America to increase our domestic oil production. So my Administration has repeatedly called on Congress to open access to new oil exploration here in the United States. Unfortunately, Democrats on Capitol Hill have rejected virtually every proposal. Now Americans are paying the price at the pump for this obstruction. So this week, I asked Democratic congressional leaders to take the side of working families and small businesses and farmers and ranchers and move forward with four steps to expand American oil and gasoline production.

First, we should expand American oil production by increasing access to the Outer Continental Shelf, or OCS. Experts believe that the OCS could produce enough oil to match America’s current production for almost ten years. The problem is that Congress has restricted access to key parts of the OCS since the early 1980s. So I’ve called on the House and Senate to lift this legislative ban and give states the option of opening up OCS resources off their shores while protecting the environment. There’s also an executive prohibition on exploration in the OCS, which I will lift when Congress lifts the legislative ban.

Second, we should expand American oil production by tapping into the extraordinary potential of oil shale. Oil shale is a type of rock that can produce oil when exposed to heat and other processes. One major deposit in the Rocky Mountain West alone would equal current annual oil imports for more than a hundred years. Unfortunately, Democrats in Congress are standing in the way of further development. In last year’s omnibus spending bill, Democratic leaders inserted a provision blocking oil shale leasing on Federal lands. That provision can be taken out as easily as it was slipped in — and Congress should do so immediately.

Third, we should expand American oil production by permitting exploration in northern Alaska. Scientists have developed innovative techniques to reach this oil with virtually no impact on the land or local wildlife. With a drilling footprint that covers just a tiny fraction of this vast terrain, America could produce an estimated 10 billion barrels of oil. That is roughly the equivalent of two decades of imported oil from Saudi Arabia. I urge members of Congress to allow this remote region to bring enormous benefits to the American people.

Finally, we need to expand and enhance our refining capacity. It has been 30 years since a new refinery was built in our Nation, and lawsuits and red tape have made it extremely costly to expand or modify existing refineries. The result is that America now imports millions of barrels of fully refined gasoline from abroad. This imposes needless costs on American families and drivers. It deprives American workers of good jobs. And it needs to change.

I know Democratic leaders have opposed some of these policies in the past. Now that their opposition has helped drive gas prices to record levels, I ask them to reconsider their positions. If congressional leaders leave for the Fourth of July recess without taking action, they will need to explain why $4-a-gallon gasoline is not enough incentive for them to act.

This is a difficult time for many American families. Rising gasoline prices and economic uncertainty can affect everything from what food parents put on the table to where they can go on vacation. With the four steps I’ve laid out, Congress now has a clear path to begin easing the strain high gas prices put on your family’s pocketbook. These proposals will take years to have their full impact, so I urge Congress to take action as soon as possible. Together, we can meet the energy challenges we face — and keep our economy the strongest, most vibrant, and most hopeful in the world.

Thank you for listening.”

To listen to this broadcast click here.

Jim Haynes Testimony and Alternative Energy Sources

Friday, June 20th, 2008

Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington

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Mark Levine begins his show by talking about the advantages of living in Washington DC and being able to easily attend Congressional committee hearings.  He attended a recent hearing where Pentagon lawyer Jim Haynes gave testimony regarding memos and information about interrogation techniques and torture.  Mark relates his experiences at the hearing.

Mark mentions that he has been on the radio for 5 years and takes a call from a caller who comments on the Jim Haynes appearance.

Mark ends the show with observations about offshore oil drilling and alternative energy sources.

To listen to this podcast click here.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes. The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about. Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

Visit Radio Inside Scoop.com to access more information and additional podcast shows.

Campaign Finance, Offshore Oil Drilling, and China’s Economic Power

Friday, June 20th, 2008

Left, Right and Center
from KCRW
 

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Left Right and CenterLeft, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica. 

Public financing of election campaigns is the main item in the news and the panel discusses Senator Obama’s announcement that he will not accept public financing.  This raises the question about whether campaign finance reform is dead.  The panel discusses finance models, including vouchers.

The panel also talks about offshore drilling for oil in various places of the U.S.  They also talk about the U.S. telephone companies and evesdropping.  Lastly, the panel debates whether China’s Communist party controlled economic growth is stronger than America’s economic growth model based on capitalism.

The four participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Tony Blankley who represents the right, Matt Miller who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington who is away and not present for today’s show.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Click here to read the Boston Globe’s article about Obama and his finance decision.

Click here to read the New York Times article about the legislation on wiretap powers.

Jerry Falwell Book, Tax Policy Differences, and the Left Versus Senator Clinton

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

American Radio Journal 

Falwell BookThis week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Macel Falwell about her new book Jerry Falwell: His Life and Legacy; Ryan Shafik gets the “Real Story” from Pat Toomey of the Club for Growth on the tax policy differences between Barack Obama and John McCain; And Dr. Paul Kengor of Grove City College has an American Radio Journal commentary on how the Left turned on Hillary Clinton.

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American Radio Journal is produced and distributed by the Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research, Inc. The Lincoln Institute is a 501c3 non-profit educational foundation based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1993, the mission of the Lincoln Institute is: “To promote the ideals of free market economics, individual liberty, and limited government through the conduct of public opinion research and related educational programs.”

The Lincoln Institute accepts no government money and is completely funded by philanthropic grant making foundations, corporations, and individuals.

To listen to the broadcast click here.

Seven Months and Nine Days

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008

Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington  

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Mark Levine's Inside ScoopMark Levine begins his show by commenting that the world and Americans are looking past President Bush now that there are only about 7 months left in his presidency.

Mark asks, how much damage can the Bush Administration still do in its waning days?  And, will they be prosecuted when the seven months and nine days are up?

Later, Mark investigates the idea that Senator Obama can stop Iran from being a nuclear power without use of arms.  Mark refers to a recent article in the Washington Post that says that Iranians really like us.

Click here to read the Washington Post article.

To listen to this podcast click here.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes. The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about. Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

Visit Radio Inside Scoop.com to access more information and additional podcast shows.

Reforming and Reviving the United Nations

Wednesday, June 18th, 2008

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Common Earth, United NationsThe following podcast is brought to you courtesy of A World of Possibilities and The Mainstream Media Project. 

Critics call the U.N. inefficient and say it needs a dose of private sector management to bring the lumbering bureaucracy into line. Others say, even so, the U.N. remains a bargain, taking on tasks that no nation will and point to its cost of $2 per person/year compared to $1000/year each American pays for the Iraq War. Join us to explore ways of reforming the U.N. to meet 21st century challenges.

Guests:
James Traub, Journalist, Author of The Best Intentions: Kofi Annan and the UN in the Era of American World Power
Tim Wirth, President UN Foundation
Ambassador Munir Akran, Pakistan Representative to the United Nations
Roderick Hills, Former Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman

Credits: Music in this program: open- “United Nations” by Jeff Babko, Let’s Music! Recordings, welcome- “A United Earth I by Alan Stivell and Yousou N’Dour, Putumayo World Music; break 1- “Change” by Tracy Chapman, Elektra; break 2- “Waiting on the World to Change” by John Mayer, Aware Records; bottom of the hour billboard- “A United Earth I” by Alan Stivell and Yousou N’Dour, Putumayo World Music; break 3- “United Nations (Original)” by The Viceroys, Charly Records; close and credits- “United Nations” by Jeff Babko, Let’s Music Recordings.

Funding: The Ploughshares Fund

Duration: 55:00 minutes

To listen to this podcast click here.

Guantanamo Bay and the Supreme Court Decision

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

 Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington 

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Mark Levine's Inside ScoopIn a shocking display last week of respect for the rule of law, the Supreme Court held last week that the President did not have dictatorial powers to detain people at will and hold them for life without trial. In doing so, Justice Anthony Kennedy joined with the four “rule of law” justices in finding that the Guantanamo prisoners did have the right to challenge their detentions.

Mark Levine’s guest on this show is Michael Macleod-Ball, Chief Legislative and Policy Council of the American Civil Liberties Union.

To listen to this podcast click here.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes. The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about. Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

Visit Radio Inside Scoop.com to access more information and additional podcast shows.

The Supreme Court Decision about Guantanamo, the Economy, and Social Security

Monday, June 16th, 2008

Left, Right and Center
from KCRW
   

 

Left Right and CenterLeft, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica. 

The panelists begin their program by discussing the recent Supreme Court decision regarding the legal status of detainees at Guantanamo Bay.  Next the four talk about the effects of high oil prices on our economy and the different approaches of Senators Obama and McCain toward the problem.  They also discuss Senator McCain’s position on Social Security and Senator Obama’s ideas on the issue as well.  Their final topic is about the effect of the media on the democratic process, especially the debate process.

The four participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Amity Schlaes representing the right and sitting in for Tony Blankley, Matt Miller who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington who represents the progressive blogosphere.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Click here to link to the Wall Street Journal article about the Supreme Court decision on Guantanamo.

Click here to link to the New York Times article about the media and Senator Clinton’s candidacy.

President Bush Weekly Radio Address: American and European Cooperation

Saturday, June 14th, 2008

Presidential SealPresident Bush, in his weekly radio address to the nation, talked about his recent trip to Europe and discussed America’s cooperation with Europe on many important issues.

“Good morning. This week I’m traveling in Europe. In the past few days, I have visited Slovenia, Germany, Italy, and the Vatican. I’m spending this Saturday in France. And I will conclude my trip in the United Kingdom.In my meetings, I’ve discussed our shared efforts to advance peace and prosperity around the world. America has strong partners in leaders like Italy’s Silvio Berlusconi, Germany’s Angela Merkel, France’s Nicolas Sarkozy, and Britain’s Gordon Brown. And together we’re pursuing an agenda that is broad and far-reaching.

America and Europe are cooperating to open new opportunities for trade and investment. We’re working to tear down regulatory barriers that hurt our businesses and consumers. We’re striving to make this the year that the world completes an ambitious Doha trade agreement — which will open up new markets for American goods and services, and help alleviate poverty around the world.

America and Europe are cooperating to address the twin challenges of energy security and climate change while keeping our economies strong. We’re working to diversify our energy supplies by developing and financing new clean energy technologies. And we’re working toward an international agreement that commits every major economy to slow, stop, and eventually reverse the growth of greenhouse gases.

America and Europe are cooperating to widen the circle of development and prosperity. We’re leading the world in providing food aid, improving education for boys and girls, and fighting disease. Through the historic commitments of the United States and other G8 countries, we’re working to turn the tide against HIV/AIDS and malaria in Africa. And to achieve this noble goal, all nations must keep their promises to deliver this urgent aid.

America and Europe are cooperating on our most solemn duty: protecting our citizens. Our nations are applying the tools of intelligence, finance, law enforcement, diplomacy, and — when necessary — military power to break up terror networks and deny them safe havens. And to protect against the prospect of ballistic missile attacks emanating from the Middle East, we’re developing a shared system of missile defense.

We’re also working together to ensure that Iran is not allowed to acquire a nuclear weapon. This week, America and our European allies sent a clear and unmistakable message to the regime in Tehran: It must verifiably suspend its enrichment activities — or face further isolation and additional sanctions. Together, America and Europe are pursuing strong diplomacy with Iran, so that future generations can look back and say that we came together to stop this threat to our people.

In the long run, the most important way we can protect our people is to defeat the terrorists’ hateful ideology by spreading the hope of freedom. So America and Europe are working together to advance the vision of two democratic states, Israel and Palestine, living side-by-side in security and peace. We’re working together to protect the sovereignty of Lebanon’s young democracy. And we’re working together to strengthen the democratically elected governments in Iraq and Afghanistan.

In all of these areas, the United States and Europe have agreed that we must take action — and that we must go forward together. The level and breadth of the cooperation between America and our European allies today is unprecedented. And together we’re making the world a safer and more hopeful place.

Thank you for listening.”

To listen to this broadcast click here.

The Economy, Gasoline Prices, and Conservativism

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

American Radio Journal 

Arthur Laffer and the EconomyThis week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Dr. Arthur Laffer about the current state of the American economy and the impact of tax cuts; Ryan Shafik gets the “Real Story” from Pat Toomey of the Club for Growth on why gasoline prices are skyrocketing; and, Colin Hanna of Let Freedom Ring, USA has an American Radio Journal commentary on whether America is still a conservative nation.

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American Radio Journal is produced and distributed by the Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research, Inc. The Lincoln Institute is a 501c3 non-profit educational foundation based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1993, the mission of the Lincoln Institute is: “To promote the ideals of free market economics, individual liberty, and limited government through the conduct of public opinion research and related educational programs.”

The Lincoln Institute accepts no government money and is completely funded by philanthropic grant making foundations, corporations, and individuals.

To listen to the broadcast click here.

My Adventures in Talk Radio

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008

 Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington

Mark Levine's Inside ScoopMark Levine was in New York City over the weekend attending a Talk Radio Convention.  He reports on some of his adventures with conservative talk radio.  Mark reports that he has detected that on conservative talk radio:

– Dick Cheney is still a hero,

– statist conservatives call themselves “libertarians,”

– the “rich old white male” is the only American that matters,

– and Barack Obama is a closet terrorist.

Levine also relates a conversation that he had with talk show host Michael Medved.

To listen to this podcast click here.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes. The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about. Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

Visit Radio Inside Scoop.com to access more information and additional podcast shows.

Philanthropy and Health: The Challenge of Effective Giving

Tuesday, June 10th, 2008

Grandmother and ChildThe following podcast is brought to you courtesy of A World of Possibilities and The Mainstream Media Project.

We all see the urgent unmet needs out there, and many of us come up with great ideas to address them. In this, the second in a series of five programs examining the role of foundations as key partners with communities, we’ll hear how local civic organizations are inventing ways to deal with the challenges of giving birth, growing up safe and secure, and, at the end of life, dying with dignity.

Guests:
Peggy Hill and Johanna Ortega, Peggy Hill, Director of Program Development, Nurse Family Partnership; Johanna Ortega, former NFP student
Linda Lantieri, Co-Founder of the Resolving Conflicts Creatively Program, recorded in 2008
Linda Lantieri and Jessica, high school mediator, Recorded in 2004, for our previous program Youth, Healing and Hope: Children as Peacemakers
Janet McGuire, Ken Mault, and Paul Schroll, Janet McGuire, President and CEO, and Ken Mault, Program Officer, The Midland Foundation; Paul Schroll, Assistant Principal, H.H. Dow High School
Gillian Hamilton and Carol A. Kratz, Gilian Hamilton, MD, PhD Medical Education Director, Hospice of the Valley; Carol A. Kratz, Program Director, The Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust

(Click on a guest’s name to listen to their full unedited interview.)

Credits:
Host: Mark Sommer
Senior Producer: Gregg McVicar
Associate Producers: Naihma Deady, Matt Fidler
Production Engineer: Michael Schwartz
Music in this program: Open – “Ondulata” by Peter Scherer – Blue Note Records; “A United Earth I” by Alan Stivell and Yousou N’Dour – Putamayo World Music; “Common Threads” by Bobby McFerrin – Capitol Records; “Don’t Blame the Youth” performed by Sudden Rush – Olinda Road Records; “A Little Better” by Gnarls Barkley – Atlantic Records; “This Is My Home” by Quetzal – Vanguard Records; “A Dying Man’s Plea” by Mavis Staples – Anti Records

Funding: The Packard Foundation

Duration: 55:00 minutes

To listen to this podcast click here.

The New Center and Congratulations Senator Obama

Friday, June 6th, 2008

Left, Right and Center
from KCRW
  

 

Left Right and CenterLeft, Right and Center is a weekly half-hour radio broadcast and podcast produced by KCRW in Santa Monica. 

The panel begins by congratulating Senator Obama for his victory in winning enough delegates to become the presumptive Democratic nominee.  They spend a little time speculating on the meeting between Senators Obama and Clinton at Senator Feinstein’s house.

The panel talks at length about the concept of the New Center, the idea that some things that used to be considered left wing are now considered center.  Amity warns against falling into New Deal narcissism.  The panel also discusses Senator McCain’s independence, free trade, war, and social security reforms.

The four participants on the show are Robert Scheer who represents the left, Amity Schlaes representing the right and sitting in for Tony Blankley, Matt Miller who represents the center, and Arianna Huffington who represents the progressive blogosphere.

At the end of this entertaining show the participants each have a 30 second rant to summarize the issue that each sees as most significant.

Click here to be taken to the Left, Right and Center home page where you can download or listen to the podcast.

Click here for Senator McCain’s recent speech.

Click here for Senator Obama’s victory speech.

Mark Levine’s Dialogue With the Religious Right

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

Mark Levine’s Inside Scoop on Washington

 

Mark Levine's Inside ScoopMark Levine’s guest on Inside Scoop is Bishop Harry Jackson, the Senior Pastor of Hope Christian Church in Washington D.C.  Bishop Jackson is the co-author of Personal Faith, Public Policy.

Mark Levine and Bishop Jackson discuss several of the issues from his book.  Their discussion centers around the roles of the government, the church, business, and individuals to solve problems.  They discuss the issues of caring for the poor; civil, religious, and gay marriages; and school prayer.  They answer questions and take comments from several callers.

To listen to this podcast click here.

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The Inside Scoop is nationally syndicated on the Head-On Radio Network and iTunes.  The show can be heard on radio weekdays, 5-6 pm Eastern, and can be seen on television Monday 7-8 pm Eastern.

 Since June 2003, Mark Levine has given listeners The Inside Scoop from political players inside the Beltway – news that the Media almost never reports and those in power in the Government do not want you to know about.  Mark welcomes all during his talk radio hour, and he particularly values calls from folks who disagree with him.

Visit Radio Inside Scoop.com to access more information and additional podcast shows.

Solving High Gas Prices, VP Candidates, and Personal Responsibility

Thursday, June 5th, 2008

American Radio Journal 

 

Pain at the Gas PumpThis week on American Radio Journal: Lowman Henry talks with Jerry Taylor of the CATO Institute on what can be done to solve the pain at the gas pump; Ryan Shafik gets the “Real Story” from Pat Toomey of the Club for Growth on potential Democratic Vice Presidential candidates; And Col. Frank Ryan, USMC (Ret) has an American Radio Journal commentary on the need for more personal responsibility.

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American Radio Journal is produced and distributed by the Lincoln Institute of Public Opinion Research, Inc. The Lincoln Institute is a 501c3 non-profit educational foundation based in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania.

Founded in 1993, the mission of the Lincoln Institute is: “To promote the ideals of free market economics, individual liberty, and limited government through the conduct of public opinion research and related educational programs.”

The Lincoln Institute accepts no government money and is completely funded by philanthropic grant making foundations, corporations, and individuals.

To listen to the broadcast click here.