Vehicle smashes through Illinois building, killing 4 young people and injuring others, Mark Carney’s liberals win Canadian election, and influencers take heat over lavish lifestyles.


This Morning with Gordon Deal April 29, 2025

On Tuesday, April 29, the New York Immigration Coalition (NYIC), member organizations, and elected officials rallied at the  State Capitol’s Million Dollar Staircase in support of the New York For All Act. The  Act is a landmark piece of legislation that would prohibit state and local government agencies, including law enforcement, from collaborating with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE. We hear from the two emcees, Cassandra Bocanegra of NYIC and Iridian Riccobono Lucas of the Columbia County Sanctuary Movement, followed by Assemblymember Karines Reyes, the lead sponsor of the bill; Jax a teenager from an immigrant family with Make the Road New York; Assemblymember Amanda Septimo; and Jessica Maxwell of the Workers Center of Central New York. By Mark Dunlea for Hudson Mohawk Magazine.

NY Immigration Coalition Rallies for NY For All Act

Pete Quinones shares his views on America's decline and transition from a unified people to a mere economic zone. He stresses the importance of localism and manufacturing and points to the inevitability of balkanization due to cultural and racial divisions, as well as the fact that the Trump administration won't go after the left who will seek vengeance when they return to power. He also expresses concern about the fragility of the U.S. economy and talks foreign policy.

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Pete Quinones has hosted his show since July 2017 (formerly titled Free Man Beyond the Wall) and has concentrated on topics pertaining to tyrannical government. His current focus is building strong local communities.

*Podcast intro music is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Pete Quinones: The Balkanization of America #547

Welcome to Diaspora, the show where we share the remarkable stories of immigrants from the Indian subcontinent. In this episode, host Aditya Mehta interviews Ranil Herath, a senior executive in the education sector. Ranil discusses his journey from Kandy, Sri Lanka, to the UK, then New Delhi, Toronto, Calgary, and finally Seattle. He shares his experiences growing up in Kandy, studying in India, and navigating career shifts from pharmaceuticals to tech to education. Ranil delves into his decision to immigrate to Canada amidst a civil war in Sri Lanka and his challenges securing his first job in Toronto. The conversation also explores his transition to Calgary, cultural integration, and his current role as the Chief Revenue Officer at Shorelight. Additionally, Ranil discusses his involvement with the Washington State Opportunity Scholarship, his interest in angel investing, and the importance of building a professional network. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that touches on adaptability, community, and the pursuit of growth. Remember to check out the show notes for more information and subscribe for more fascinating stories from the South Asian Diaspora.

00:00 Introduction to Diasporaa
00:39 Meet Ranil Herath: A Journey Across Continents
01:41 Life in Kandy and Cricket Memories
02:56 Education and Early Career in Sri Lanka
06:25 Transition to Canada: First Impressions and Challenges
10:25 Settling in Canada: Building a New Life
23:42 Career Growth and Moving to Calgary
24:44 Calgary's Tight-Knit Community
25:40 The Calgary Stampede Experience
27:31 Comparing Immigration Experiences
30:28 Life in Canada vs. the US
34:18 Shorelight's Mission and Services
36:51 Angel Investing and Networking
42:44 The Rainier Club and Social Networking
45:04 Nostalgic Sounds and Smells
46:10 Mango Memories
48:13 Conclusion and Farewell

List of Resources:

1996 Cricket World Cup Semi Final - India vs. Sri Lanka at Eden Gardens, Kolkata: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/sports/cricket/icc-world-cup/news/world-cup-semifinal-of-1996-a-day-to-forget-for-indians/articleshow/105252281.cms 
Calgary Stampede: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Calgary_Stampede 
Delhi University: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Delhi_University 
Kandy Asgiriya Cricket Stadium: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Asgiriya_Stadium 
Kumara Sangakkara: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kumar_Sangakkara 
Muttiah Muralitharan: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Muttiah_Muralitharan 
Nigerian Church in Mira Road: https://stjosephchurchmiraroad.com/ 
Rainier Club: https://www.therainierclub.com/
Raw Mango with Spices Recipe: https://vspiceroute.com/tota-keri-chaat-raw-mango-chaat/ 
Shorelight: https://shorelight.com/ 
Sri Lankan Civil War: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sri_Lankan_civil_war 
Washington State Opportunity Scholarship: https://waopportunityscholarship.org/ 

About the Podcast: 

Diasporaa was the name of Aditya's startup based in Vancouver, BC. It focused on helping new immigrants in Canada find their feet, get off to a running start and ease their assimilation into Canadian life. A big part of the platform were conversations, community and support. Though the startup stopped growing once Aditya moved to Seattle, WA - it remained alive in the form of several discussion groups and online communities.

About Aditya Mehta:

Aditya is a Bombay boy who has lived in Austin, Los Angeles, Washington DC, and Vancouver before making it to his current home in Seattle. He has degrees in marketing, urban planning, real estate and strategy but has spent his career in financial services, social media and now real estate - mostly as an entrepreneur and partly as an employee at Amazon.

Connect with Diasporaa:
-Instagram: @diasporaapodcast
-YouTube: https://linke.to/dspyoutube 
-Bio Link: linke.to/diasporaa 
-Listen on Spotify: https://linke.to/dspspotify
-Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://linke.to/dspapple 
-Diasporaa Podcast on KKNW Alternative Talk Radio: https://linke.to/kknw1150 

Diasporaa 04-30-25 Stampedes & Scholarships: Ranil Herath's Life Lessons

Do you think Sheduer should’ve been more humble?

0:00 – Mic Test
7:39 – Intro
9:07 – What Can’t You Wrap Your Head Around?
18:13 – Immigrant Mugshots on the White House lawn
25: 48 – Student Loans Update
36:02 – Woolworth Sit-In Counter and Other Artifacts To be Removed from NMAAHC
43:12: Gov’t Instills USPS To Force Immigration Searches
52:12 – Clayborn Temple Seriously Damaged in Fire
58:04 – Shedeur Sanders Gets Drafted at #144, This Is A Big Deal
1:10:10 – TidBits (Monet, Plantations, Diddy Trial, TD Jakes)
1:19:00 – Outro/ Corny Joke


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Lessons From My Father - S9, E11

Указы Трампа запустили волну перемен: от изменения привычных процедур до новых геополитических игр. Сегодня разберём, как распоряжения уже отразились на нашей жизни: коммунальных услугах, социальных программах и правилах иммиграции. Присоединяйтесь к просмотру, на нашем YouTube канале: https://youtu.be/EC_QpSH8WxA

Трампа колбасит не по-детски: новые указы и их последствия

The small contraction in the American economy in the first quarter took many by surprise, but NAHB economists have a more reasoned view of the current environment. Also, NAHB is fighting local resistance to new housing who want more housing, just not near them.

As GDP Contracts, NAHB Battles NIMBYs at the Local Level

Despite government stating that temporary migrant workers have the same minimum work rights as all other workers in Aotearoa, the conditions of their visas minimise these rights by rendering them dependent on particular employers, opening them up to greater incidences of exploitation. Guests Anu Kaloti (Migrant Workers Association) and Frances Collins (University of Auckland) discuss the issues facing temporary migrant workers, and what is being done to support them. 

2025-04-23 Temporary migrants

This week's episode of the Business Brief podcast features a fashion designer telling his family’s immigration story on the runway.

Then, the show looks at a breakthrough in walnut cultivation that researchers hope can create opportunities for Missouri growers.

A fashion show for family

A family disappears overnight after a whispered revelation about their origins. Twenty years of taxes paid, community trust built - all erased because of a line crossed before understanding which lines were just. This Americana folk narrative examines our "original sin" - how the accident of birth determines who's celebrated as a pilgrim and who's condemned as a shadow. Snake Oil Sleuth continues monitoring these geographic hypocrisies. • • • — — — • • •

#019: Original Sin

The Geopolitics & Empire Podcast conducts interviews with prominent international experts on a wide-range of topics.

Past guests have included diplomats, government officials, whistleblowers, soldiers, spies, economists, academics, scientists, wealthy investors, dissidents, journalists, and musicians.

The broadcast seeks to gain insight from guests who come from the left, right, and beyond. It should go without saying that the host does not always agree with beliefs espoused by podcast invitees, but maintains an open mind, and believes it important to respectfully listen to a multitude of voices and let listeners come to their own conclusions.

*Music used in podcast intro is from the song "The Queens Jig" by "Musicke & Mirth" from their album "Music for Two Lyra Viols": http://musicke-mirth.de/en/recordings.html (available on iTunes or Amazon)

Snake Oil Sleuth: Warning System Activated Transmitting alerts about contemporary false prophets since 2025. SOS: Sending warning signals when systems fail to protect truth. • • • — — — • • •

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Wake up with "This Morning: America's First News."  Gordon Deal and news anchor Nicole Murray go beyond the headlines with the day’s first look at news from the U.S. and around the world; bringing a lively blend of intelligent information, humor, and expert analysis to morning radio.

Come on a journey with two HBCU alumni, Sharelle and Sierra, for a weekly discussion covering topics from politics to pop culture to current events! Welcome to Headwraps and Lipsticks where the conversations are plentiful, thought-provoking and funny!

Missouri Business Alert’s Business Brief is a podcast covering business news and issues shaping the state.

Get the latest on the U.S. housing market, economics, and housing policy advocacy from National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) CEO Jim Tobin and COO Paul Lopez.

Alternative Talk 1150AM is unlike any other talk radio format in the Seattle Radio Market. Hosts on the station cover a wide variety of topics, including natural health, personal and financial growth, pet wellness, the psychic realm, issues important to today’s busy woman, and even foreign language programming to serve the area’s large Russian and Chinese speaking communities. Alternative Talk 1150 is proud to pioneer such unique and diverse talk radio subjects. The station brings a variety of perspectives to the Puget Sound airwaves with talk radio that touches on seldom covered subject matter.

Подкаст «Rush In Documentation» будет полезен всем, кто планирует иммиграцию в США и интересуется иммиграционными новостями. 

За 27 лет работы наша команда решила более 185 тысяч вопросов в сфере получения гражданства США, оформления паспортов, виз, доверенностей, легализации документов и переводов.

В подкасте мы будем разбирать кейсы наших клиентов и все подводные камни иммиграции в Америку. 

Автор — Вадим Печерский, иммиграционный консультант и руководитель компании Rush In Documentation Center. 

Жмите play и будьте в курсе всех иммиграционных событий!

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