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The #1 New York Times bestseller that charts America’s dangerous drift into a state of perpetual war. "One of my favorite ideas is, never to keep an unnecessary soldier," Thomas Jefferson wrote in 1792. Neither Jefferson nor the other Found­ers could ever have envisioned the modern national...

Leafing through photos from the January 6 insurrection, extremist researcher Noelle Cook was struck by how many women looked like her: middle-aged white women in puffy coats. Women were not on the fringes of the extreme right, she realized. They were radicalizing each other, and the pandemic was changing them. So who were the women of J6? And why did some of them believe in shape-shifting reptilians and the health benefits of colloidal silver?

Wherever you look, money is being replaced by tokens. Digital platforms are issuing new kinds of money—like things, from phone credit, to shares, gift vouchers, game tokens, and customer data. These tokens are used to turn invisible stuff into assets, to pay wages, to track purchases, and to program and specify the terms of financial and political access and inclusion. What does it mean when online platforms become the new banks? What new types of control and discrimination emerge when money is tied to specific apps, or actions, politics, or identities?

"Rachel Maddow Presents: Burn Order" is the story of one of the most shocking decisions in American history: the executive order to target and round up innocent citizens, Japanese Americans, at the outbreak of World War II. This six-episode narrative podcast will examine and shed new light on how that policy came to be, who was behind it, who attempted to stop it, and the heroism needed to end the policy for good. Brazen lies and stereotypes about a minority group being pushed by senior government officials. Desperate efforts to prevent the policy from going into place. A community terrorized ...

Is Wall Street bad for Main Street America? "A well-told exploration of why our current economy is leaving too many behind." —The New York Times In looking at the forces that shaped the 2016 presidential election, one thing is clear: much of the population believes that our economic system is...

Recovering attorney Rachel Alexander, now a journalist who previously served as a Maricopa County prosecutor and the Maricopa County Elections attorney, discusses topics that licensed attorneys do not dare to. She is interviewing some of the top experts in the country on election wrongdoing, lawfare, media bias and other hot topics, bringing out facts the mainstream media ignores.Follow Rachel Alexander on social:Pickax - https://pickax.com/rachelalexanderX - https://x.com/rach_ic

President Joe Biden has repeatedly said that the United States would close the digital divide under his leadership. However, the divide still affects people and communities across the country. The complex and persistent reality is that millions of residents live in digital deserts, and many more face disproportionate difficulties when it comes to getting and staying online, especially people of color, seniors, rural residents, and farmers in remote areas. Economic and health disparities are worsening in rural communities without available internet access.

In this visionary book, Leslie Valiant argues that understanding the nature of our own educability is crucial to safeguarding our future. After breaking down how we process information to learn and apply knowledge, and drawing comparisons with other animals and AI systems, he explains why education should be humankind's central preoccupation. Will the unique capability that has been so foundational to our achievements and civilization continue to drive our progress, or will we fall victim to our vulnerabilities?

Welcome to "Rachel Defends You", the podcast where seasoned criminal defense attorney Rachel Kugel takes you inside the high-stakes world of DUI/DWI, drug crimes, and the messy intersection of alcohol, substance use, and the law. From celebrity scandals to everyday cases, Rachel breaks down how courts handle intoxication, substance abuse, and criminal charges, all with sharp wit and insider knowledge. Whether you’re curious about what really happens behind the courtroom doors, want tips on defending DUI charges, or just love hearing about second chances, this is the show that keeps it real ...

Rachel Collier is a 3x Emmy Award–winning journalist who’s stared into the eyes of a serial killer, seen bodies draped in sheets on front lawns, and stood in the cold covering storms, fires, and heartbreak. After a decade of telling hard news, she’s turning the camera toward something brighter. As the creator and host of Good News with Rachel Collier—a relaunch of her hit Wonder Women podcast—Rachel is sharing stories of hope, kindness, and everyday heroes.

An extended essay initially written in response to a letter pondering how to end war, Three Guineas eloquently relates women’s equal opportunity to the end of the power structures which contribute to conflict. Using the metaphor of three guineas, Woolf highlights three worthy causes to donate to in order to end violence: rebuilding education for women, supporting professional opportunities for women and the promotion of pacifism.

Immigration is a fraught and misunderstood topic in America’s social discourse, with much of what we believe based largely on myth. Ran Abramitzky and Leah Boustan have spent the last decade searching for the facts. Their pioneering research digs deep into the data on immigration, linking the experiences of immigrants from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries to those of immigrants today. Using powerful storytelling alongside big data, they provide new evidence about the past and present of the American Dream that will change our thinking and policies.

"Dive into the remarkable life story of Rachel Maddow, the renowned American television host, political commentator, and author, in our captivating podcast "Rachel Maddow Biography Flash." Explore the influential journey of this trailblazing MSNBC anchor, from her early years to her rise as a leading voice in progressive political discourse. Uncover the personal and professional experiences that have shaped her unique perspectives and her unwavering commitment to investigative journalism. Listeners will gain an intimate understanding of the woman behind the microphone, her passions, challenges...

Legal scholar and architect Sara C. Bronin examines how zoning became such a prevailing force and reveals its impact. Outdated zoning codes have maintained racial segregation, prioritized cars over people, and enabled great ecological harm. But, as Bronin argues, once we recognize the power of zoning, we can harness it to create the communities we desire, and deserve. Drawing on her own experience leading the overhaul of Hartford's zoning code and exploring the efforts of activists and city planners across the country, Bronin shows how new codes are reshaping our cities.

Health-care professionals—clinicians, nurses, students—have dedicated countless hours to and made endless sacrifices for their careers, yet too many face dissatisfaction and exit early due to the overwhelming pressures of the system, many of which are out of their control. Unfortunately, standard healthy habits like eating and sleeping well and exercising aren’t enough. The remedy? Putting yourself first using The EQ Prescription.

Drawing on extensive interviews with abolitionist crews all over North America, Herzing and Piché provide a collective reconstruction of what the grassroots movement to abolish prisons actually is, what initiatives it has launched, how it organizes itself, and how its protagonists build the day-to-day practice of politics. Listeners sit in on the Winnipeg rideshares of Bar None and the meetings of the Chicago Community Bail Fund as they assess the utility of politicized mutual aid.

I'm Rachel, and I love to ramble about racing. Here I'll ramble about Formula 1 and IndyCar. I'll cover all the news and happenings in both series so you can stay updated as a long time fan, or learn what you need to know as a new fan. Episodes will cover all Formula 1 and IndyCar races in the 2025 season, as well as anything else I want to ramble about! Come join me in my ramblings!

Rachel Maddow Presents – your podcast destination to discover, rediscover and binge all of Rachel Maddow’s chart-topping original podcasts in one place. Enjoy “Bag Man,” “Déjà News,” and “Ultra” – and Rachel’s new podcasts to come.

A sweeping case that, in a world of trade disputes, higher tariffs, and broader geopolitical uncertainty, a new age of economic localization will put an end to the last half century of globalization—by one of the preeminent economic journalists writing today “This invaluable book is as bold...

Welcome to The Rachel Lang Show, where Astrologer Rachel Lang engages in conversations to explore how we find meaning in a chaotic world, through the lens of astrology. In each episode, we dive into the intersection of the macrocosm and microcosm, connecting planetary alignments with personal journeys, current events, and pop culture. In a time of global transition, where priorities are shifting, and the world is in constant flux, it's easy to feel powerless or overwhelmed. Join us as we embark on a journey to discover inspiration and hope amidst the chaos. We believe that this is not a time ...