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Jun 24, 2024 • 15min

The conservative push to weed out anti-Trump federal workers

Discussion on the conservative push to identify anti-Trump federal workers, the urban/rural political divide, and a heartwarming viral voicemail story. Plus, the hosts joke about men's fascination with in-flight maps and tease an upcoming episode on the K-shaped economic recovery
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Jun 22, 2024 • 22min

The IRS battles a fraud-plagued tax credit

MLB legend Reggie Jackson discusses racism faced in the '60s. IRS to reject most pandemic tax credit claims due to fraud. Debates on wedding plus ones, AI technology, Netflix House. Hybrid work impact on office policies. Surgeon General calls for social media warning labels.
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Jun 21, 2024 • 12min

Turbulent times at Boeing

Boeing CEO Dave Calhoun faces tough questions about safety culture and whistleblower retaliation. President Biden's immigration plan offers legal status to spouses of U.S. citizens. The Supreme Court upholds tax on foreign income. Cricket gains popularity in the U.S.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 49min

From “What Happened in Alabama?”: The history of Black land loss

Host Lee Hawkins discusses the history of Black land loss in America, focusing on the challenges faced by Black families in preserving their ancestral property. He shares personal stories, legal obstacles, and the impact of heirs property on generational wealth. The podcast explores the legacy of Uncle Ike, the tragic tale of Isaac Pugh, Sr., and the impact of racist policies on Black landowners.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 29min

The economics of building a life around friends

Guest Rhaina Cohen discusses the trend of structuring lives around friends rather than partners, including buying homes together. The episode also covers retirement readiness disparities, the impact of the LGBTQ+ community, and unconventional living arrangements. Plus, the importance of checking on loved ones during heat waves and communication etiquette.
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Jun 18, 2024 • 15min

The false economic narratives continue

Explore false economic narratives in the political sphere leading up to the elections. Delve into loopholes in medical billing and the necessity for change at local levels. Learn about a remote-controlled robot saving swimmers in distress in Lake Michigan. Dive into grammar rules and language nuances.
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Jun 15, 2024 • 22min

The problem with Trump’s idea to replace income taxes with tariffs

Former President Trump's proposal to replace income taxes with tariffs is scrutinized for its economic feasibility. The harmful effects of chemical hair relaxers on Black women are highlighted. Apple's entry into the AI field, Hollywood studios buying theaters, decaf coffee's rising popularity, and annoyances of public speakerphone use are discussed in a lively round of topics.
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Jun 13, 2024 • 15min

The push to wipe medical debt from credit reports

Discussing the potential removal of medical debt from credit reports, the influence of national donors on local elections, and Apple's new AI features changing emoji language.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 18min

The early bird dance club business is booming

The podcast discusses the shift of tornado activity eastward, the challenges of tracking political finances, and the trend of early morning activities. Topics include early bird dinner reservations, a dance party for elder Millennials, and the rescue of an orphaned baby elephant. The intriguing study on African elephants using name-like calls for communication is also explored.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 33min

How the rise of judicial originalism has shaped our economy

Madiba Dennie, author of 'The Originalism Trap,' discusses the impact of originalism on American legal thought and the erosion of rights. The rise of judicial originalism and its threats to economic stability are highlighted. The podcast also explores the story of an escaped slave who criticized the Constitution, along with insights on partisan primaries and privacy concerns over Meta's data collection.

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