Bästa ISMS Connect podcaster (2024)

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The First Gentleman (of A Touch More) 1:00:59

22h ago1:00:59

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In this special episode of A Touch More, Megan and Sue are joined by Second Gentleman Doug Emhoff—the first-ever gentleman on the show! They discuss everything from his partnership with Vice President Kamala Harris to how their roles challenge traditional gender norms. The Second Gentleman shares his thoughts on supporting women’s rights, including…

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Prisons and Prisoner Solidarity with Eric King, Jake Conroy and Josh Davidson 1:07:13

4d ago1:07:13

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This week we’re sharing a discussion recorded some months back in the pacific northwest featuring former political prisoners Eric King, who went in for actions in solidarity with the Ferguson Uprising in 2014, and Jake Conroy, who was convicted for coordinating successful anti-vivisection divestment campaigns against Huntington Life Sciences as one…

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If Your "S-uality" Ain't Got This Thing, There Can't Be No Swing 16:42

6d ago16:42

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We tend to put a middleman/person between Body and Soul which is the human construct of Mind, or it's often in front of the other two. The Animals hate to break it to you, but if your spirituality ain't got the body along for the ride, then it's no wonder we have a hard time finding our swing. A belief system won't bring the Universal insight for w…

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New York Gets A Ring & Stacey Abrams Connects the Dots on Voting Power 1:09:14

8d ago1:09:14

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The Liberty finally brings the WNBA Championship dub to New York! In this episode, Megan and Sue dive deep into what this historic win means for both the original franchise and the league. And what’s next for the Lynx? Plus, very special guest Stacey Abrams breaks down how to make voting less overwhelming, offering practical steps to encourage part…

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Jail and Housing Conditions, Recovery in Post-Helene Asheville 1:51:32

11d ago1:51:32

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This week on The Final Straw Radio, you’ll hear three interviews interviews relating to community needs and recovering concerning Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina. If you're a non-Pacifica radio station airing the show, here's a link for the 58 minute radio edition while Archive.Org continues to be down due to hacker attacks. First up, yo…

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Sue’s Birthday Bash With Jemele Hill 1:11:40

15d ago1:11:40

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It’s Sue’s birthday, and what better way to celebrate than with a very special guest—Jemele Hill. Friend, legendary sports journalist, podcast host, and media pioneer joins Sue and Megan for an insightful conversation. They’ll dive into important topics like player safety in the WNBA, the evolving role of player activism, and the media’s responsibi…

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Homeless Organizing in Oakland and Rural Relief After Helene 1:33:34

18d ago1:33:34

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This week on the show we’re featuring two inteviews. First up, you’ll hear from Freeway, a houseless activist in Oakland, CA, about the recent series of sweeps of homeless being promoted by Governor Gavin Newsom. Freeway has been a member of Wood Street Commons and is now a member of Oakland Homeless Union (IG or donate). Then, Janet of Rural Organ…

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Episode 381: Harvey Wang’s New York 29:22

21d ago29:22

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In a live conversation at the Yiddish Book Center, award-winning photographer, filmmaker, and author Harvey Wang visits with "The Shmooze" to talk about his work and his recently opened exhibit, "Harvey Wang’s New York."In the early years of his career, in the 1980s, Harvey’s photographic beat was the New York City nightlife scene. Yet a very diffe…

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Framing the Numbers 1:08:12

22d ago1:08:12

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This week, Megan and Sue break down what the the future might hold for the Aces in 2025 and unpack the media’s coverage of WNBA viewership. Why is it that women’s sports are framed negatively, even as the numbers break records? Plus, they dive deeper into the ongoing conversation they opened last week about the long history racism in the league. An…

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Mutual Aid and Disaster Relief in Southern Appalachia 1:13:32

25d ago1:13:32

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Over the first weekend of October, 2024, there was a deluge from two storms (including level 4 Hurricane Helene) descended on southern Appalachia, mostly on the eastern side which includes Asheville and other parts of western NC, eastern TN, south eastern Ohio, and northern Georgia. At the point of this recording there are over 200 known dead and h…

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The Fundamental Rule of the W: No Place for -isms 1:01:15

29d ago1:01:15

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In this episode, Megan and Sue open a conversation addressing the uncomfortable truths about the WNBA's ongoing struggles with racism, sexism, and other forms of discrimination. Moreover, they discuss the long history of these issues in the WNBA, and the media’s responsibility to share genuine and truthful narratives in the realm of women’s sports.…

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Mutt on the (Incomplete) Black Autonomy Reader 1:14:49

1M ago1:14:49

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This week, you’ll hear my conversation with Mutt, editor of a new and incomplete Black Autonomy Reader, contributor to Muntjac Magazine, Organise Magazine and Seditionist Distro. We speak about Black Anarchism, intellectual property, community self-defense in response to the racist riots that spread around the UK in August of 2024 as well as other …

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From Soup to Nuts: Unified Diversity Sans "Isms" 19:34

1M ago19:34

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The Animals say that we've created diverse sub-species within the overall human Animal species that don't serve our collective good. We're more apt to stay in those 'pseudo-species' where it's comfortable and known to us, rather than reach beyond to create authentic equity for all human Animals. The more we can drop the individual-isms in diversity…

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Episode 380: Yiddish: A Global Culture live on Bloomberg Connects 23:53

1M ago23:53

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David Mazower, chief-curator and writer of "Yiddish: A Global Culture," and Caleb Sher, the Yiddish Book Center’s Richard S. Herman Endowed Senior Fellow, join "The Shmooze" to share the news that the Center’s groundbreaking exhibition, "Yiddish: A Global Culture," is now live on the Bloomberg Connects app. The free, downloadable app allows users t…

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The Road IS Good: Diana Taurasi’s next chapter, MVP news, plus wise words from Uzo Aduba 1:22:53

1M ago1:22:53

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This week, Sue and Megan are joined by the incredible Emmy Award-winning actress Uzo Aduba to discuss her new memoir The Road Is Good, a powerful reflection on Black immigrant identity that explores the power of embracing your heritage, motherhood, and the stories that shape us. Sue and Megan also reflect on Diana Taurasi’s possible retirement, dra…

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ISM in the West Bank and the Assassination of Ayşenur Eygi 1:42:29

1M ago1:42:29

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This week on the final straw we’re featuring a conversation with Tom and Miriam of the International Solidarity Movement, a Palestinian-led network of activists standing in solidarity with Palestinians on the ground in the occupied territories. For the hour we talk about the organization, its history, what got these folks involved, the recent and t…

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We Love You, Alex Morgan 1:21:35

1M ago1:21:35

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This episode, Sue and Megan are celebrating the incredible Alex Morgan! The duo sits down for an exclusive interview with Alex, her first in-depth conversation since announcing her retirement. They dive into her legendary career, life off the field, and her growing family. Sue and Megan offer Alex some advice on life after sports and the many thing…

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"Revolution in 35MM" with Samm Deighan 1:05:52

2M ago1:05:52

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This week, we’re sharing Ian’s talk with Samm Deighan, co-editor of Revolution in 35 MM: Political Violence and Resistance in Cinema from the Arthouse to Grindhouse, 1960-1990, out 9/24/24 from PM Press. Among other things, they discuss the origins of the book, the benefits and limitations of genre storytelling, the forces that shape movie funding,…

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Honey Dews(?), Angel Reese News, and the Dishwasher Debate 1:06:26

2M ago1:06:26

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Kicking things off with their recent trip to the US Open, Sue and Megan cover everything from Tiafoe's fatigue to Sue’s in-depth review of her first Honey Deuce experience. Then a WNBA rundown, diving into Angel Reese’s season-ending injury and playoff chaos, plus Megan weighs in on Alex Morgan’s retirement announcement. In The Intersection: the ne…

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Border Repression + Resisting Growing Nationalism in Poland 1:33:07

2M ago1:33:07

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This week, we’re featuring two conversations relating to the so-called Green Border in Podlaskie region of eastern Poland, on the Belarus border concerning topics of migration, repression, militarization, nationalism and solidarity among residents and people on the move into Fortress Europe. Transcript H5Poland Podlaskie PDF (Unimposed) Zine (Impos…

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The WNBA Heats Up and the US Open Unfolds 1:03:22

2M ago1:03:22

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Sue and Megan are front row as the WNBA season heats up, discussing record-breaking performances and Rookie of the Year contenders like Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese. They dive into the impact of Olympic fatigue on teams like the Aces, and explore the buzz around Naomi Osaka’s emotional return to the US Open. PLUS: a Barbie-themed night in Chicago,…

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“Solidarity, Spirituality and Liberatory Promise on a Turtle’s Back” with Ashanti Omowali Alston 1:35:06

2M ago1:35:06

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“Solidarity, Spirituality and Liberatory Promise on a Turtle’s Back” with Ashanti Omowali Alston This week, we’re sharing words from anarchist, author, organizer and former participant in the Black Panther and Black Liberation Army, Ashanti Omowali Alston, in the key note address at the 2024 Another Carolina Anarchist Bookfair in so-called Ashevill…

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It's Driving Them Batty: Taxidermy for Sale Online 15:51

2M ago15:51

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The Animals say that our history of hanging the heads of our enemies at the gates of our homes is at least more transparent than the current "sustainably sourced" bodies of Bat for sale online. No human needs the body of Bat or the head of any other species to hang on their wall, period. If you want to get in touch with who you perceive to be "dang…

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Major Milestones: A Touch More on Legacy and Impact 59:23

2M ago59:23

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Megan and Sue are back after an eventful weekend to dive into the moments that made it unforgettable. From Megan's historic jersey retirement to Sue's reaction to her own legacy at Climate Pledge Arena, they share personal reflections and insights. PLUS: Breaking down the groundbreaking NWSL CBA, analyzing WNBA playoff contenders, and a sweet spons…

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Episode 379: The Book of Izzy 24:49

2M ago24:49

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Novelist Ben Gonshor joins "The Shmooze" to talk about his debut novel, "The Book of Izzy." The book’s main character, Izzy, is a writer at wit’s end in life and on the verge of a complete breakdown with his career in wedding planning. Following an encounter with a mysterious bird seemingly visible only to him, he agrees to take on the leading role…

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No More Deaths / No Más Muertes on the Mexico / US Frontier 1:10:27

2M ago1:10:27

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This week, I spoke with two members of No More Deaths, a 20 year old humanitarian organization operating in the borderlands between Mexico and the USA. We talked about the organization, the work it does, how the border has changed, the political legacy of the Republicans and Democrats in the current situation for immigrants, deaths at the border an…

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Episode 378: Displaced Persons: A Multilayered Collection of Stories 23:53

2M ago23:53

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Writer Joan Leegant joined "The Shmooze" to talk about her latest book, "Displaced Persons," a collection of rich, multilayered short stories, half set in Israel, half among Jewish families in the States. The fictional stories explore exile, belonging, and what it means to call a place home.Episode 378August 22, 2024Amherst, MA…

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Love & Basketball: Megan Rapinoe and Sue Bird react to the return of the WNBA 1:13:31

2M ago1:13:31

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Megan and Sue celebrate the return of the WNBA season, pick their favorite Kamala Harris fits from Designers for Democracy, and give some love to Sanaa Lathan and Ellie the Elephant. PLUS: Are You a Megan or a Sue when it comes to packing? A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Learn more about your ad cho…

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Reflections on Medical Conditions in Gaza by a Recently Returned Nurse 57:49

2M ago57:49

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Our chat with Louis, an anarchist emergency room nurse who has just returned from a second tour doing healthcare work in Gaza and is about to leave again. During this difficult conversation, we talk about medical conditions that he encountered in Gaza, what aid is getting in and how it’s being distributed, health infrastructure and how this relates…

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Dawn Staley, Mia Hamm, and Carl Lewis: A Trio of Olympic Legends 1:55:05

3M ago1:55:05

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The iconic Dawn Staley, Mia Hamm and Carl Lewis join Megan and Sue live from the Nike Athlete House at the Paris Olympics. Megan and Sue share what it was like to watch Team USA's gold medal wins in women's basketball and soccer. PLUS - Bicker of the Week is back! A Touch More: The Podcast is produced in partnership with VOX MEDIA and TOGETHXR. Lea…

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Episode 377: Ashkenazi Folk Magic at the Threshold 26:56

3M ago26:56

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Rokhl Kafrissen—journalist, teacher, playwright, and 2022 winner of the prestigious Adrienne Cooper Dreaming in Yiddish prize—sits down with "The Shmooze" this week to talk about her upcoming Yiddish Book Center online course “Sacred Time and Liminal Space: Ashkenazi Folk Magic at the Threshold.” Rokhl talks about the unique Eastern European women’…

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Migrant Solidarity in the Mediterranean Sea by Quoyle 1:46:08

3M ago1:46:08

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This week, we’re sharing a presentation from the 2023 Another Carolina Anarchist Bookfair in so-called Asheville, NC. From the presentation: The Mediterranean Sea is Europe’s deadliest border. For years, non-state actors like Sea-Watch and other NGO’s have played a part in humanitarian search-and-rescue operations. In spite of legal repression and …

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Your Warm 'N' Fuzzy, Vicious Animal Self: 'Shadowling' Unmasked 14:33

3M ago14:33

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Life is supposed to be a game, after all, and we need to look no further than the games for children to lead the way. Between the board games of Candy Land and Shadows in the Forest lies the exquisite partnership and balance within unified duality: one with its overt message of seeking goodness and the other with a more direct message of unmasking …

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