Maria Ressa warns of authoritarianism in the U.S.: “This is a pivotal moment

May 2, 2025 Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa joined GBH's Boston Public Radio to discuss the fate of democracy in the United States. She was arrested repeatedly in the Philippines for reporting on corruption, human rights abuses and the weaponization of social media under former President Rodgrigo Duterte -- and calls Donald Trump's presidency "deja-vu." =============================================

nt-size-5"Michelle Obama: This Is A Scam! People Were Running From Us Because We Were Black!

May 1, 2025 The Diary Of A CEO Michelle Obama served as the First Lady of the United States, entering the White House alongside Barack Obama. In this candid conversation, she joins Steven with her brother Craig Robinson, a former college basketball coach turned executive, to open up about everything from Trump’s inauguration to marriage challenges, grief, and rediscovering her purpose. Together, they discuss: How their parents instilled empathy, discipline, and resilience growing up amid racial tension. Michelle’s journey through elite schools and corporate law, driven by a need to tick society’s boxes. The evolution of Michelle and Barack’s relationship, from colleagues to lifelong partners. Fertility struggles, parenting tips, and what it really takes to sustain a long-term marriage. Navigating life in the White House, grief, personal boundaries, and rediscovering her true calling. =============================================

"Stand Up" - Official Lyric Video - Performed by Cynthia Erivo

From the motion picture HARRIET, the Original Song "STAND UP" is written by Joshuah Brian Campbell & Cynthia Erivo. Based on the thrilling and inspirational life of an iconic American freedom fighter, HARRIET tells the extraordinary tale of Harriet Tubman's escape from slavery and transformation into one of America’s greatest heroes. Her courage, ingenuity, and tenacity freed hundreds of slaves and changed the course of history. ============================================= Letitia James' EPIC Anti-Trump Speech BRINGS DOWN THE HOUSE Apr 15, 2025 Watch New York Attorney General Letitia James deliver a fiery speech on pushing back against Donald Trump's bigoted second term. Whether you're a political junkie, a curious voter, or someone looking to better understand the complex world of politics, Reflect Politics is your go-to destination for informed commentary and meaningful dialogue.Subscribe today and join the conversation – because understanding politics is the first step to shaping the future. ==============================================

Explained: What does the Supreme Court's gender ruling actually mean?

Apr 9, 2025 #TED #TEDTalks #Politics “We are watching the collapse of the international order in real time, and this is just the start,” says investigative journalist Carole Cadwalladr. In a searing talk, she details a fast-moving technological coup and the rise of the “broligarchy”: an unprecedentedly powerful class of tech executives (like Elon Musk) who are complicit in dismantling democracy and enabling authoritarian control across the world. She shares a guide on how to digitally disobey in this age of runaway corporate power, data harvesting and mass surveillance — and reminds you that you have more power than you think. (Recorded at TED2025 on April 8, 2025) ============================================== -------------------------------------------Capitalism Hits Home: How Capitalism Breeds Sociopathic Mental Illness-Democracy At Work