Are We Great Yet? I’m Confused

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I’m confused. During the campaign it would be all about how great America will be on day one of the regime. But here we are 100 days in and…are we great yet?

Prices on everything are soaring;

Division is worse than ever;

Both The Israel Genocide of Gaza’s and Ukraine war are still going with no end in sight;

Essential services and employees are being cut;

Military people are dying on the border and there’s been no reform to immigration laws or system;

Gay, Bi, Trans, Women, all still having rights removed;

There’s a war on education…

Are we better yet?

Are we Great?

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Are We Great Yet? I’m Confused

When Did It Become OK To Argue Facts?

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There are 42 facts about Orangina that are indisputable. So, how are they disputed? When, exactly, did it become OK to argue facts?

And watching Real PD on Max has taught me one thing: Something is really wrong with our educational system! And I don’t just mean the perps…..I mean, it’s only Kansas, is English a second language there? Verbs not matching nouns, participles just dangling…do we even teach English in school?  Plus other entertainment news.

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When Did It Become OK To Argue Facts?

There Is No Information Security Any More

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I received a letter this weekend, a letter that I’ve gotten before. In fact, I’ve gotten six of them total. And you know what it says. It says that all the verification of who you are, all the information of yours that your health care provider has, including your charts, your conditions, your medications, might as well be at the public library. Because it certainly isn’t safe. Is anything being done? Or is it a lost cause?

Also, we now live in a society where our children can go through not one, but TWO mass shootings, and STILL nothing at all is done. The story of the Parkland survivor that ended up in the Florida shooting.

Another study about plant based diets...what will it take for you to finally change?

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There Is No Information Security Any More

Wrestlemania Explains Trump Perfectly

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Wrestlemania came to Las Vegas this past weekend and it was a big multi-million dollar event. Even Trump got involved with rumors swirling he would attend. 

But it's a perfect partnership for him. An event with lots of bluster, lots of glitz, but it's all fake, manufactured and filled with nothing more than overblown testosterone. But it goes far deeper than that. Professional wrestling at its core is designed to be a fight between the good guys — “babyfaces,” in wrestling parlance — and bad guys, or “heels.” And while modern wrestling usually isn’t as cut-and-dry anymore, Trump operates under the same thinking, framing his endeavors, allies and enemies along those lines.

I was asked why I still wear a mask in public situations by a person at the doctor's office last week. Well, with 1000 measles cases and it spreading like Wild fire, Covid still in effect, and new viruses emerging, the question becomes, why aren't you?

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Wrestlemania Explains Trump Perfectly

The Truth About Your Health

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A new report says that Linoleic acid can be found in seed oils made of canola, corn, cottonseed, grapeseed, soy, sunflower, safflower and rice and it has been linked to breast cancer. RFK Jr and TikTok are going after seed oils. Why? Are they truly dangerous?

Protein. Eat this much according to influencers, eat that much according to doctors. Plant proteins for longevity, meat protein for early survival. Where should you get your protein?

The fact is we now live in a world with 1000 opinions on what to eat, what not, and what's going to happen to your if you don't do this or that.

So what should you really do for health? That's really simple. 

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The Truth About Your Health

They’re Dead? I’m Gone

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It’s Entertainment Thursday and we start with TV shows killing off your favorite characters. With a recent death on 9-1-1 one has to wonder what are they thinking when they kill a much-liked main character. 

Has any show gone too far and lost you because of killing off your favorite character? And what death was the most memorable for you.

Plus, a look at the biggest Entertainment headlines and current events around the globe.

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They're Dead? I'm Gone

The Most Ignored Yet Valuable Asset

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It’s the most valuable asset you have, and yet, your government doesn’t care to protect it. So many regulations are being removed, safeguards, and there’s no regulation on things that are poisonous to your asset. We spend billions a year, trillions, trying to protect it, but the current administration believes it doesn’t need to be safeguarded. 

So, let’s talk about your most valuable asset: Your health, both physical and mental.

How can you age well? Is Chicken a few times a week ok for you? Is dairy safe? Are hospitals and clinics safe? What is the real state of your health in the USA.

Also, Canada Goes liberal and rebukes Trump. Let’s hope the rest of the world, and then the United States, follow through?

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The Most Ignored Yet Valuable Asset

🎤 Katy Perry Backlash: Is Social Media Just a Hate Machine Now? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-59

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Katy Perry is getting dragged online—for her space show, her moves, even her past collabs. But what’s really going on here? Is this just what social media is now—a judgment factory? Mark Zuckerberg says the era of traditional social media is over. So is it all just toxic noise now?

Plus on today’s Karel Cast:
🔹 Teddi Mellencamp opens up about cancer—and trolls call her a liar.
🔹 VP Kamala Harris hits back with an “I told you so.” Was it deserved or just smug?
🔹 Barbra Streisand drops a star-studded studio bombshell—see who’s on the playlist.

🔥 Get ready for hot takes, bold opinions, and no holding back. Subscribe now so you never miss a beat.

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🎤 Katy Perry Backlash: Is Social Media Just a Hate Machine Now? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-59

Trump Says “I Don’t Know” About Defending the Constitution 😳 | Karel Cast Ep. 25-60

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🚨 Did Trump just betray the oath of office—again? In a jaw-dropping interview, Donald Trump was asked if it’s the President’s job to defend the Constitution—and he responded: “I don’t know.” Seriously? This is the same man who’s sworn twice to protect and defend it. Is this another impeachable offense the media will ignore?

🔥 In this episode of the Karel Cast:

🛑 Trump dodges basic constitutional duty—why is Congress silent?

📸 What’s with that Pope photo and Trump’s bizarre behavior?

👑 Prince Harry speaks out after court loss—but why is public hate still so strong?

🍗 Alcohol and chicken: what do they have in common? A deadly truth.

🎧 Plus, how mainstream media gaslights us and why YOU need to speak up.

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Trump Says “I Don’t Know” About Defending the Constitution 😳 | Karel Cast Ep. 25-60

Why We’re All Poor Even at $100K | Truth About ‘Minimum’ Wage

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In four Bay Area Counties, low income now means six figures. Yes, $100 to be poor. But we’ve always lied to ourselves about money. For instance, the “minimum” wage is just another word for poverty, not a living. And it’s not just the four area counties, low income in the USA now means under $100k a year and we all know it. So why do we lie and say you can live comfortably on $50k or $70k a year. In today’s world, that’s surviving, not comfortable.

Also, why is the world turning its back on Gaza. They are about to be completely destroyed and disenfranchised, and no one is screaming at Israel. Why? Oh, ya, that’s why.

The MET Gala made me joyous and sad. We’ll discuss.

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This week on CodeWACK!

Single payer is back in the spotlight with Senator Bernie Sanders and Representative Pramila Jayapal submitting new Medicare for All bills for 2025-26! How will the upcoming National Day of Action on May 31st keep the need for healthcare reform in the spotlight? And how do physicians feel about single payer today, 60 years after the American Medical Association’s infamous ‘stealth campaign’ against socialized medicine (featuring none other than Ronald Reagan)? 

To find out, we recently talked to Dr. Ana Malinow, who spent three decades working as a pediatrician with immigrant, refugee and underserved children before retiring as clinical professor of Pediatrics from UC San Francisco School of Medicine. The past president of Physicians for a National Health Program, she is on the steering committee of National Single Payer. She’s also a lead organizer for The Movement to End Privatization of Medicare.

Code Wack - Taking It to the Streets: National Day of Action for Healthcare Justice

Single Dad Murdered After Instagram Date | Why the Old Safety Rules Still Matter | Karel Cast Ep 25-63

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“DM → Date → DEAD 💔”

“Why We’re Ignoring the Rules That Could Save Our Lives”

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A single dad ends up dead after meeting a woman through Instagram. They exchanged DMs, went on a date… and he was found in a pool of blood next to his car. In an era of dating apps and DMs, are we ignoring the safety rules that used to protect us? This shocking story proves: **the rules haven’t changed—**we’ve just stopped following them.



🚨 In this episode of The Karel Cast, I break down what happened and why it matters. From true crime shows to real-world tragedy, we keep seeing one theme: our parents’ safety advice still applies—but tech has made us forget.



🧼 Also today: Food safety in the U.S. is collapsing. There’s one product you should AVOID buying right now—and no, it’s not meat (which you shouldn’t be eating anyway!).



🎬 Plus, as the weekend rolls in, we dive into the latest entertainment news and ask: Should we give more tax breaks to U.S. productions?



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Single Dad Murdered After Instagram Date | Why the Old Safety Rules Still Matter

Reformed Killers or Master Manipulators? The Menendez Brothers Back in Court | Karel Cast Ep. 25-65

🔍 Are the Menendez Brothers reformed—or just playing the long game?

Their shocking 90s murder trial gripped the nation even before O.J. Now, decades later, they’ve been re-sentenced and could be eligible for parole. Was it justice, manipulation, or redemption? Their parole hearing is set for June — and the world is watching.

✈️ Meanwhile, Trump is jetting off with his new BFFs — Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the billionaire boys’ club including Elon Musk. This isn’t diplomacy. It’s a luxury power trip — but who really benefits? Spoiler: not you.

🏍️ PLUS: What happens when you stop doing something you love? Inspired by Ewan McGregor’s The Long Way Round, I’m reflecting on the passions we leave behind — and why we need to reclaim them.

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Reformed Killers or Master Manipulators? The Menendez Brothers Back in Court

Overwhelmed by Life? Where Do YOU Escape? Plus: The Real Diddy Drama | Karel Cast Ep. 25–66

🌪️ When life gets too loud, where do you go to quiet the noise?
We all reach a breaking point — but what helps you reset? Is it music, nature, meditation, motorcycles, or just zoning out with a favorite movie? In this episode, we dive into the essential need to retreat, recharge, and protect your peace. You’re not alone in needing a safe space — let’s talk about how to find (or build) yours.

🔥 Is Diddy a freak — or just human?
A wild new claim involving nipple cream has the internet buzzing, but let’s be real: sexual kinks aren’t crimes. What is on trial here is consent. So why do we get so distracted by the salacious headlines? Let’s break it down.

Overwhelmed by Life? Where Do YOU Escape? Plus: The Real Diddy Drama | Karel Cast Ep. 25–66

Leslie Marshall Show - A Non-Partisan View on U.S. Tariffs with AAM President Scott Paul

💀 30 Americans Die EVERY Hour From This Hidden Killer | Karel Cast Ep. 25-68

You hear about cancer, heart disease, and accidents — but the #3 leading cause of death in the USA? You probably haven’t been told the full truth.
➡️ Medical errors claim 100,000 lives a year — that’s 30 people per hour. And no, these aren’t rare mistakes… they’re disturbingly common.

💔 I lost the most important person in my life to this, and 24 years later, I still don’t trust the medical system — and after this episode, you might not either.

🚀 Meanwhile, Trump wants to weaponize space with a “golden dome” of defense — but who actually owns space? And what happens when other countries respond in kind? This could trigger a dangerous new arms race above Earth.

⚖️ Plus: I want to lose weight the old-fashioned way — but is that foolish in today’s shortcut-obsessed world?

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💀 30 Americans Die EVERY Hour From This Hidden Killer | Karel Cast Ep. 25-68

$7 Coffee? $3 Cream? Restaurant Tries to Defend INSANE Prices — It Backfires

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In today’s episode of The Karel Cast, we dive into the viral backlash against Ain’t Normal Coffee in Oakland after a reviewer called them out for charging $3 extra for a splash of half and half. The owner says it’s unfair criticism — but is it really? When coffee already costs up to $10, and a scone is $7, how much is too much?

We also tackle the global double standard in media outrage: Gaza’s ongoing devastation continues, yet a single violent incident in the U.S. involving Israelis sparks international headlines. Why is one life valued over another in public discourse?

Plus, let’s get personal — when someone says “I need space” in a relationship, what does that even mean? Karel shares a raw and honest take on emotional distance and what it really signals.

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$7 Coffee? $3 Cream? Restaurant Tries to Defend INSANE Prices — It Backfires

The Real Evil in “Sinners” Has Nothing to Do with Vampires | Karel Cast 25-72

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I watched Sinners, and yes—it’s as good as the buzz. But the real horror? It’s not the vampires. It’s something deeper, more human, and far more terrifying. And the worst part? We let it survive.

In this episode of the Karel Cast, I dig into the hidden themes of Sinners, the moral blindness we embrace, and how we reflect that same evil in real life.

📺 Plus: TV isn’t just mindless entertainment—catching up on 9-1-1 made me rethink some life choices. It’s never too late to stop making the same old mistakes, is it?

🌡️ Also: California and Nevada are roasting again—record heat, severe drought—and what are officials doing to prepare? Not much. Let’s talk about it.

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The Real Evil in “Sinners” Has Nothing to Do with Vampires | Karel Cast 25-72

Leslie is joined by Liz Shuler, President of the 63 unions and over 15 million members of the AFL-CIO, and the first woman leader of America’s labor movement.

The pair discusses the Supreme Court ruling upholding Trump's firings of the National Labor Relations Board and Merit Systems Protection Board members, the draconian House budget bill, and the field hearings the Union conducted through the 'Department of People Who Work for a Living,' which they released a report on last week.

The website for the AFL-CIO is www.AFLCIO.org and their BlueSky handle is @aflcio.org. Liz's handle is @lizshuler.bsky.social.

AFL-CIO President on SCOTUS NRLB Ruling, House Budget Bill and DOGE

🇺🇸 Does America Have Just 1,251 Days Left? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-76

It’s been 209 days since Donald Trump returned to power — and with 1,251 days left in his term, America faces a crisis like never before. From LGBTQ+ hatred and xenophobic travel bans to attacks on reproductive rights and democracy itself, this presidency feels like an unrelenting nightmare. Can our nation survive the next 1,251 days?

In today’s Karel Cast, we break down the damage already done — and what’s at stake if we don’t stand up. From climate denial to defunding healthcare, the assault is daily. So we ask: Will America make it to the next election intact?

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🇺🇸 Does America Have Just 1,251 Days Left? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-76

Gavin vs Trump: Why Newsom Stands Alone Against MAGA Madness | Karel Cast 25-78

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Why is Gavin Newsom the only one standing up to Trump and the MAGA machine? Today, House Speaker Mike Johnson invoked a vile image—saying Newsom should be “tarred and feathered,” a punishment once used on runaway slaves. The attack is more than words—it’s a dangerous escalation.

As Trump’s authoritarian grip tightens, where is the resistance? Why does it feel like Newsom is fighting alone while the rest of the country spirals into chaos under MAGA control?

In this episode of the Karel Cast, we break down:
	•	The disturbing language from GOP leaders
	•	Why Newsom’s defiance matters more than ever
	•	How Trumpism continues to fail Americans: rising costs, broken systems, and growing division
	•	And most importantly—why we must ask: Where is everyone else?

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Gavin vs Trump: Why Newsom Stands Alone Against MAGA Madness | Karel Cast 25-78

🔴 Trump’s Real Plan for Power EXPOSED | Karel Cast Ep. 25-78

Donald Trump isn’t focused on fixing immigration — he had four years to do that and did nothing. So what is his endgame? It’s all about one thing: Power.

In this episode, I lay out exactly how Trump plans to hold onto power — and why we should all be paying attention.

PLUS: Is it wrong to focus on joy and positivity in a world filled with political chaos and daily trauma? We explore the idea of choosing happiness without becoming blind to reality — and whether that’s a form of “hypernormalization.”

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🔴 Trump’s Real Plan for Power EXPOSED | Karel Cast Ep. 25-78

In a United States where the presidential administration is comfortable arresting sitting members of Congress and tackling sitting senators who dare ask a question at a press conference, and where they’ve called the military into the streets against American citizens, it’s hard to believe anything more can happen, but you may rest assured it will. Today’s commentary deals specifically with the ongoing ICE raids. This is important. We must all stand together, or we will surely hang separately. Until January, this was all unthinkable, but here we are. Give a listen and get ready to exercise your Constitutional right to speak and assemble.

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🔥 War & Protest Explode Across the Globe | Karel Cast Ep. 25-80

A full-scale war between Israel and Iran has erupted, escalating the Middle East crisis to new and dangerous levels. Is this a necessary defense or Netanyahu’s strategy to erase all opposition? And is Gaza now completely forgotten as aid stalls and the world watches elsewhere?

Meanwhile, across the U.S., millions march in “No Kings” rallies, demanding a return to community, equality, and justice. But will these protests move the needle—or are we screaming into the void?

Also in this episode:

💥 Democratic lawmakers attacked in a vicious shooting—imagine the outrage if they were MAGA.

📺 Why The Diplomat might be the best show on TV right now—and what it says about our real-life diplomacy.

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📺 Commercials Reveal Everything Broken in Our Society | Karel Cast Ep. 25-82

Ever sit through streaming commercials and feel something’s… off?

From fast food pushed at midnight to Big Pharma pitching miracle pills with deadly side effects, today’s ads say more about our society than the shows themselves.

Why are we bombarded with:

	•	🍔 Food we shouldn’t eat

	•	💊 Drugs with horrific side effects

	•	🎬 Movies with recycled plots and hollow messages

	•	🚗 Cars we can’t afford but are told we need?

Advertising doesn’t just sell products—it shapes culture, values, and even our self-worth. And what it’s telling us? Isn’t good.

Plus: Same region, same headlines. Why I’ve tuned out the never-ending cycle of Middle East conflict.

✨ Time to break free from what they want you to believe.

This is The Karel Cast—where critical thinking isn’t just encouraged, it’s required.

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💊 America’s Obsession With Quick Fixes Is Killing Us | Karel Cast Ep. 25-83

Why do Americans want pills instead of accountability?
From PrEP therapy to weight-loss injections, we’ve become a culture obsessed with instant results and zero responsibility. Safe sex? Too much work. Exercise? Forget it. We want a pharmaceutical solution for everything — even when lifestyle changes could actually solve the problem.

But it doesn’t stop with health.

⚠️ Is the Iran conflict just a distraction from what’s happening in Gaza and Ukraine?
🎬 And what’s with the weekend movie slate? Superman again? Jurassic World again? Why can’t Hollywood tell a new story?

In this fiery episode of The Karel Cast, we break down America’s addiction to the quick fix — in health, politics, and pop culture.

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💊 America’s Obsession With Quick Fixes Is Killing Us | Karel Cast Ep. 25-83

Leslie is joined by Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM), a partnership established by some of America’s leading manufacturers and the United Steelworkers union.

The two discuss:

1. The Wall Street Journal recently documented the stark disparity between China and America’s military-industrial strength in a series of graphs. The results are downright alarming, especially as geopolitical tensions flare. The data illustrate the urgent need for the United States to take action to revitalize our domestic shipbuilding industry. 

2. With tariffs coming into force,  Made in the USA marketing is surging. U.S. consumers are rejiggering their purchasing habits, as evidenced by a boom in “Made in USA” searches on e-commerce sites, and companies are more than happy to tout their “Made in USA” commitments. (From Modern Retail: “Amazon searches for the phrase shot up to 126,000 from 26,000 in the past 30 days — nearly five times the previous period.”)  

3. The state of our infrastructure and energy grid is dire. It’s a crisis that creates another obstacle to U.S. manufacturing’s renaissance and America’s competitiveness.

4. This time, the China Shock is global in nature. Beijing is flooding the world’s markets with its industrial overcapacity across all categories, and job losses and bankruptcies are trailing the imports.
 
WEBSITE: AmericanManufacturing.org

YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@AmericanMfg (where you can watch episode's of AAM's podcast, "The Manufacturing Report")

(If you want to listen to episodes of "The Manufacturing Report," visit AmericanManufacturing.org/Podcast)

X: 1. AAM - @KeepItMadeInUSA  2. Scott Paul - @ScottPaulAAM

BlueSky: @keepitmadeinusa.bsky.social


China Surpassing U.S. Military-Industrial Might? 'Made In USA' Marketing Surges; American Infrastructure Crisis

🚨 An Illegitimate President Just Started an Illegal War | Karel Cast Ep. 25-84

This weekend, Donald Trump launched airstrikes against a nation that hasn’t attacked us, hasn’t threatened us, and reportedly has no nuclear capabilities — all without congressional approval, UN support, or public discussion.

🇺🇸 Why? To continue acting as Israel’s proxy, spending $250 million of our taxpayer money to escalate a war no one asked for — and no one fully understands.

And yet, the media barely flinched. No outcry. No protest. Just more war… while the American people foot the bill and wait for the fallout.

🎵 Also in this episode: A personal reflection on self-doubt, creativity, and why so many of us struggle to feel “enough” — even when we are. Especially after recording a new song, I found myself wrestling with that voice. Do you?

This is The Karel Cast — unfiltered, fearless, and unapologetically honest.

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🌈 56 Years of Pride: Are We Really Any Further? | Karel Cast Ep. 25‑87

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🔥 June 29, 1969 — the spark that ignited a movement. The Stonewall Uprising was our Fort Sumter, our beginning. Now, 56 years later… we ask: What has truly changed?

In this episode of The Karel Cast, Karel dives into:

	•	🌈 Why it’s called Pride — and whether being LGBTQ+ still requires courage

	•	🏳️‍🌈 The erosion of progress: Republicans targeting gay marriage again

	•	💥 The power of visibility vs the reality of political regression

	•	⚖️ Diddy’s trial, Trump’s likely pardon, and the corruption of consequences

	•	🎭 Kevin Spacey wins awards — does talent excuse history? And what does it say to survivors?

This isn’t just a Pride Month recap — it’s a reckoning.

💬 Let’s get real. Are we proud? Are we safe? And are we being heard?

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🌈 56 Years of Pride: Are We Really Any Further? | Karel Cast Ep. 25‑87

🇺🇸 Are There Too Many Holidays in the USA? Or Not Enough? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-91

Donald Trump recently said there are “too many holidays” in the U.S. and they’re bad for the economy. But let’s get real—this from a guy who’s spent millions golfing.

The truth? Americans take fewer holidays than almost any other developed country.

Why don’t we value rest, mental health, and time off like other nations do?

Is it rising costs? Hotel rates, food prices, even parking fees (👀 $100 in Lake Tahoe!) are pushing vacations out of reach for many.

🎆 As the 4th of July approaches, Karel asks:

Do you have the time, money, and energy to celebrate? Or are holidays now just another burden?

Plus, he shares a delicious Raspberry Salad recipe perfect for any BBQ!

💥 Uncensored. Unfiltered. Unhinged. It’s The Karel Cast.

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🇺🇸 Are There Too Many Holidays in the USA? Or Not Enough? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-91

Why Democrats Keep Losing in the 21st Century | Karel Cast Ep. 25-92

Democrats are stuck in the past. MAGA is driving the future.
The Democratic Party keeps trying to connect with voters and values from decades ago — but that world is gone. Meanwhile, MAGA is pushing a dangerous, authoritarian nostalgia that’s reshaping politics as we know it.

🎯 The result? Democrats are outmatched, outdated, and out of touch.
They cling to civility, bipartisanship, and norms that no longer exist — while the GOP plays scorched-earth politics.

If the Dems don’t evolve — fast — they’ll keep losing.
🚨 We need bold, modern leadership for a bold, modern crisis.

⚠️ America hasn’t reached greatness — not for all its people.
And if both sides are looking backward, no one is building a future.

🧠 Let’s unpack why the Democratic Party is failing to meet the moment… and what must change.

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July7Why Democrats Keep Losing in the 21st Century | Karel Cast Ep. 25-92

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. 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. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET.

Brad is first joined by Mabinty Quarshie, White House Reporter for 'the Washington Examiner.'

The pair examines what's in the Republicans' newly passed 'Big, Beautiful Bill,' how Trump managed to convince wayward GOP congressional members to support such an unpopular bill, the implications the bill has on next year's congressional midterms, Virginia's statewide elections this year, and an update on Trump's tariffs.
 
Then, Bob Deans, Senior Advisor for the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC), talks about Trump and DOGE's cuts to the U.S. National Weather Service, and whether they contributed to the poor forecast and deaths in the Texas floods.
Then, they discuss how the cuts to clean energy manufacturing incentives will hurt the planet, as well as the United States' economy and manufacturing base.
Finally, they talk about Trump's executive orders, which have been devastating for our environment.

You can follow Mabinty Quarshie on X at @MabintyQ.

The website for NRDC is www.NRDC.org and their handle on BlueSky is @NRDC.org.

Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.'
He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social.  

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Implications Now that 'Big, Ugly Bill' Has Passed; Trump Cuts to NWS Exacerbates Texas Flood Danger

American Hypocrisy: Why Do We Tolerate These Contradictions?

The contradictions in American life are everywhere — and today, we break them down. Why is sex work still taboo when porn is the internet’s #1 use? Why are gay adult performers still punished while straight ones get mainstream careers? Why do we spend billions on incarceration but won’t invest in housing? Why do we mourn 100 deaths in Texas but ignore daily massacres in Gaza or Ukraine? And why, in a nation of excess, do so many still go hungry?

From reality shows like Love Island booting cast members over adult content, to America’s obsession with punishment over prevention, today’s Karel Cast dives deep into the twisted double standards that define U.S. culture. If you’ve ever wondered why America seems so upside down — I’ve got thoughts.

Uncensored. Unfiltered. Unhinged.

It’s The Karel Cast.

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American Hypocrisy: Why Do We Tolerate These Contradictions?

Leslie is joined by Victor Mineros, Proud Secretary-Treasurer of Teamsters Local 396, Western Region International Vice President, and Director of the Teamsters Solid Waste and Recycling Division, which represents tens of thousands of sanitation workers across the country.

The two discuss what’s happening in the U.S. sanitation industry, the ongoing strikes at Republic Services, and why this moment matters for working families across the country.

Visit Teamster.org for more information. Follow them on X and Instagram, where their handle is @Teamsters, and “like” them on Facebook at Facebook.com/Teamsters.

Leslie Marshall Show - Teamsters Talk State of Sanitation Industry and Ongoing Strikes at Republic Services

Leslie is joined by Bruce Lesley, President of First Focus on Children, a bipartisan advocacy organization working to make children the priority in federal policy and budget decisions.

Bruce explains how the newly passed 'Big Beautiful Bill' "chooses billionaires over babies, and puts the nation’s children in unprecedented peril."

Here are just a few ways that the new law will hurt the nation’s children: 

Cuts $1 trillion from Medicaid and CHIP: Medicaid and CHIP provide health insurance to over 37 million children in the United States and Medicaid covers nearly 40% of births. H.R.1 includes the largest funding cuts to these programs in their history and creates administrative burdens, such as lock-out periods and work requirements. 

Defunds the largest child anti-hunger program: One-in-five children experience food insecurity. This bill cuts food assistance by cutting more than $200 billion from SNAP and places a larger cost share burden on states. This cost shift could cause states to end their programs or limit enrollment. Advocates argue that losing SNAP benefits could also impact free school meals, further risking a rise in child hunger.

Leaves children behind in tax policy: This legislation offers an inadequate Child Tax Credit. While some will see an increased credit amount, the increase still fails to keep pace with inflation. Even worse, the new structure keeps more than 20 million children from receiving the full credit and blocks 2.6 million kids from receiving any credit at all.

Undermines public schools: H.R.1 creates a new tax benefit for wealthy donors that jeopardizes the future of our public schools. This education voucher tax credit will offer 2-3x the benefit of other non-profit donations, incentivizing donations over other organizations. It is important to note research shows vouchers do not improve academic outcomes and disproportionately benefit families who already send their children to private schools.

Threatens the child care workforce: There is already a child care shortage in the country. H.R.1 will make it harder to recruit and train new child care professionals by prohibiting the use of federal student loans for sectors that do not earn over the median high school graduate salary. We must further invest in this profession and work to increase pay for providers, not create additional barriers to building a strong child care workforce.

Increases funding for family separation: H.R. 1 dramatically raises funding for immigration enforcement. This funding will lead to increased family separation and detention. These immigration practices disrupt entire communities and are known to create childhood trauma, adversely affecting child health and development.

Cancels efforts to address the climate crisis: H.R. 1 eliminates investments in solar and renewable energy leaving our children to deal with greater effects of climate change in the future. This measure comes as kids are experiencing adverse environmental health effects and natural disasters.

Forces kids to shoulder our ballooned national debt: H.R. 1 drives up the national debt by $3 trillion in order to give tax breaks to billionaires and industries like gun manufacturers. This bill expects our children to shoulder the cost of these tax breaks when they become adults while stripping them of essential services today. 

The website for First Focus on Children is FirstFocus.org and their handle on BlueSky is @FirstFocus.bsky.social.  Bruce's handle there is @BruceLesley.bsky.social. 

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Leslie Marshall Show - Bipartisan Advocacy Organization for Children says BBB Puts Kids Last

When Friends Flip Out: How Much Is Too Much? | Aging, Diet Myths & Climate Chaos

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What do you do when a close friend starts to spiral or act out? As we age, studies show we lose friends—most notably between ages 25–30 and again from 60–70. But when do you draw the line? How long do you tolerate bad behavior to “preserve” a decades-long friendship? In this episode of The Karel Cast, we explore the tricky balance of maintaining meaningful relationships while also protecting your peace.

Plus, catastrophic flooding hits Texas and New Mexico, confirming what Al Gore warned us years ago—climate collapse is here, and we are painfully unprepared.

And if you’re a fan of the “paleo diet,” you may want to sit down. Turns out everything you think you know about the caveman lifestyle may be—well, completely wrong.

🔥 Real talk. Real issues. Real Karel.

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Leslie Marshall Show - How Trump's 'Big, Beautiful Bill' Affects Student Loans Now and In the Future

This week on Code WACK!, we’re revisiting a powerful conversation with Ian Lewis, labor leader and health policy expert, about what true freedom looks like in America—especially when the average family pays over $31,000 a year for health care in 2025.

💥 Could Medicare for All actually unleash entrepreneurship, lower costs, and expand access for all?
 💼 What would it mean for small business owners—and the workers stuck in jobs just to keep their insurance?
 🧾 And what would a just transition look like for those working in the health insurance industry?

Ian, now with UNITE HERE Local 2, pulls no punches as he lays out the moral and economic case for single-payer reform—sharing real stories from frontline workers and a hopeful roadmap for what's possible.

📌 In this episode:

Why health costs trap workers and entrepreneurs


How single-payer could revive the American Dream


The truth about job losses—and gains—in a reformed system


A gut-wrenching story of one worker forced to fly to El Salvador for affordable care


What gives Ian hope—and why he believes reform is within reach


🛑 Because without healthcare, our independence is just an illusion.

Code Wack - Independence? Unless We Get Health Care, It’s a Sham.

Is America Making Us Mentally Ill? The Emotional Toll of Life in the USA

Are you emotionally exhausted just living in America right now? You’re not alone. From climate disasters and political chaos to daily horrors in the headlines, the U.S. feels like a never-ending rollercoaster — and it’s crushing our mental health.

In this episode of The Karel Cast, I open up about my own struggles: the fear of leaving, the hope that maybe midterms will help, and the exhaustion of trying to find joy in a country constantly in crisis. Is it possible to stay sane in a place that feels increasingly unhinged? Let’s talk about the toll it’s taking — and what we can do about it.

💬 Share your thoughts below — are you staying, going, or just hanging on?

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Is America Making Us Mentally Ill? The Emotional Toll of Life in the USA

Leslie is joined by Scott Paul, President of the Alliance for American Manufacturing (AAM), a partnership established by some of America’s leading manufacturers and the United Steelworkers union.

The pair first discusses a new piece that Scott wrote for 'Industry Week' that finally puts to rest one of U.S. manufacturing naysayers’ favorite lines: “Who wants to work in a factory anyway?”

Next, they explore what progress has the Trump administration made on all of their attempted trade deals after the White House extended its reciprocal tariff pause to August 1st, with the hope of securing more deals.

Third, Scott and Leslie explain why Americans should be pleased about a new 10-year end to 'the de minimis exemption,' a Customs loophole that Chinese e-commerce behemoths like Temu and DHGate had been exploiting.

Fourth, Leslie asks Scott about an FTC letter sent on the same day Amazon launched its Prime Day sale this week, which called on the e-commerce giant (and Walmart) to put a stop to false “Made in USA” claims on its website. This comes after Amazon’s marketplace has increasingly become a Wild West of products from third-party vendors as it seeks to emulate SHEIN and Temu. 

Finally, both Leslie and Scott applauded Senator Elissa Slotkin for a recent speech she gave outlining her “Economic War Plan."  They also found this particular line from the speech very timely: "As a CIA officer and Pentagon official by training, I believe that the single, greatest security threat to the United States is *not* coming from abroad. It’s the shrinking middle class here at home."

Here is where you can find more of Scott and the AAM's work:

WEBSITE: AmericanManufacturing.org

YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@AmericanMfg (where you can watch episode's of AAM's podcast, "The Manufacturing Report")

X: 1. AAM - @KeepItMadeInUSA  2. Scott Paul - @ScottPaulAAM

BlueSky: @keepitmadeinusa.bsky.social


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