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When the bodies of two Black men were found sitting with a crackpipe in a parked car in a rundown section of town in 1994, it seemed just another day in Kansas City, Kansas. The swift arrest and conviction of a seventeen-year-old Black kid from a broken home raised no eyebrows either. And yet, thirty years later, Lamonte McIntyre would prove to be the David that took down the Goliath of corruption that had long controlled the city’s power structure and enveloped the city’s justice system.

By following the struggle for survival of one small-town hospital, and the patients who walk, or are carried, through its doors, The Hospital takes listeners into the world of the American medical industry in a way no audiobook has done before. Americans are dying sooner, and living in poorer health. Alexander argues that no plan will solve America’s health crisis until the deeper causes of that crisis are addressed.

Come sit a spell—as my Granny used to say—and let's visit about all things Arkansas. Gwen Faulkenberry is a small town girl through and through. Born and raised in Ozark, AR, she’s been everything from school teacher to a state Representative candidate. Gwen is a mother, author, English professor, an award-winning columnist–and now, a podcast host. On this podcast, Gwen sits down for thoughtful conversations that move fluidly from politics in Arkansas to big, deeply human questions about love, vulnerability, faith, identity, and what it means to stay connected in a digital world. ...

Over 40 years, two British police units acted undercover to infiltrate activist groups. At least 20 of those officers deliberately targeted women and entered relationships with them. One of those women was me. This is my story.

***NATIONAL BEST SELLER*** A vivid, surprising portrait of the civic and economic reinvention taking place in America, town by town and generally out of view of the national media. A realistically positive and provocative view of the country between its coasts. For the last five years, James and...

Audio versions of your favorite Town Square Television Shows, including SportsZone and Town Square Talk.

Town Board with Nick Hunter pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to run for local office in Webster, NY. Follow first‑time candidate, dad of three, and lifelong creative Nick Hunter as he chronicles each step—from party endorsements and petition drives to door‑knocking blunders, policy deep‑dives, and the inevitable curveballs of small‑town politics. Whether you’re a civic‑curious neighbor, an aspiring candidate, or just love a behind‑the‑scenes story, you’ll get candid reflections, actionable tips, and the occasional musical‑theater cameo—all in under 20 ...

Kerri Arsenault grew up in the rural working class town of Mexico, Maine. For over 100 years, the community orbited around a paper mill that employs most townspeople, including three generations of Arsenault’s own family. Years after she moved away, Arsenault realized the price she paid for her seemingly secure childhood. The mill, while providing livelihoods for nearly everyone, also contributed to the destruction of the environment and the decline of the town’s economic, physical, and emotional health in a slow-moving catastrophe.

In January of 1950, Mary Church Terrell, an 86-year-old charter member of the NAACP, headed into Thompson’s Restaurant, just a few blocks from the White House, and requested to be served. She and her companions were informed by the manager that they could not eat in his establishment, because they were “colored.” Terrell, a former suffragette and one of the country’s first college-educated African-American women, took the matter to court. Three years later, the Supreme Court vindicated her outrage: District of Columbia v. John R. Thompson Co., Inc. was decided in 1953.

Perfect for fans of the musical Come From Away! When 38 jetliners bound for the United States were forced to land at Gander International Airport in Canada by the closing of U.S. airspace on September 11, the population of this small town on Newfoundland Island swelled from 10,300 to nearly 17...

In the fall of 1973, the Greek oil shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis, husband of President John F. Kennedy's widow, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis, and arguably the richest man in the world, proposed to build an oil refinery on the New Hampshire coast, in the town of Durham. But three women vehemently opposed the project. Small Town, Big Oil is the story of how the residents of Durham, led by three women, out-organized, out-witted, and out-maneuvered the governor, media, and Onassis cartel to hand the powerful Greek billionaire the most humiliating defeat of his business career.

Eamonn McCann’s account of what it is like to grow up a Catholic in a Northern Irish ghetto - first published in 1974 - quickly became a classic account of the feelings generated by British rule. The author was at the center of events in Derry which first brought Northern Ireland to world attention. He witnessed the gradual transformation of the civil rights movement from a mild campaign for “British Democracy” to an all-out military assault on the British state. This book describes the people involved in the war and gives an account of the springs of the "Catholic" opposition.

One of the nation's most acclaimed journalists, the New York Times' Mark Leibovich, presents a blistering, penetrating, controversial--and often hysterical--look at Washington's incestuous "media industrial complex...

You’ve heard of middle America. Big Towns is a conversation for mid-sized America: places too big to be small towns and too small to be big cities. A two-day summit in Lafayette, Louisiana, Big Towns brings together leaders from around the country, hosting conversations with big thinkers about mid-sized city stuff like housing, healthcare, work and quality of life. We help mid-sized cities find ideas that fit.

A dive into the East Bay's rich history, feeding all types of conversations, from goodwill to controversy, that Oaklanders have every day.

Keeping Westminster informed one episode at a time. Welcome to The Town Crier, Westminster’s official municipal podcast! Hosted by Town Administrator Stephanie Lahtinen, this podcast brings you the latest town news, upcoming projects, and behind-the-scenes insights straight from the people who help keep Westminster running. Whether you’re curious about town decisions, want to hear from local leaders, or just love staying in the know, The Town Crier is your go-to source for reliable and engaging updates. The Town Crier is available at www.westminster-ma.gov, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and the...

Welcome to Town Matters! We’re bringing you brief updates about what’s going on in Brattleboro Town government and what’s on the horizon for this wonderful, kind, and caring community in southeastern Vermont.

Our mission is to strengthen community engagement and improve transparency by offering a platform to dive into the heart of Summerville's happenings. What can you expect from "Town Talk"?✅ Local news and updates✅ Upcoming events and festivities✅ Government initiatives and community affairs✅ Stories of Summerville's history, culture, and local attractions✅ Exclusive interviews with local leaders, residents, and business ownersStay tuned for engaging conversations and behind-the-scenes insights into our lovely town. If you would like to be a guest, please submit a Podcast Guest ...

The Indian subcontinent is ripe with intrigue and complexity - a landscape of drama. The twists and turns are so unpredictable, that they require their own unbiased narrative. Join me, your town crier, in exploring the the historical, political, social, and economic narratives spun by the main players of this country!

The Hometown Reel is a hyperlocal podcast. Based in Escondido, California, We dive into wide-ranging stories from San Diego County’s most interesting people — Community legends, athletes, small business owners, artists, underdogs, and everyday game-changers#sandiego #escondido #northcounty #sandiegocounty #hometownreel #localnews #localmedia #localstoriesReal people. Real stories. One conversation at a time.Disclaimer:The views, opinions, and stories shared by guests on The HomeTown Reel are their own and are based on personal experience. Statements made by guests do not necessarily ...