Shows
The Active CenterThe DEI Debate: A Centrist History Teacher’s ReappraisalThe Trump administration's approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives sparked a national conversation about how American history is represented and how diversity is valued in our institutions. First, we need to simply call DEI what it is, a leftist rebranding of critical theory. What is critical theory? While the intellectual roots of critical theory are complex and involve many thinkers, Max Horkheimer is credited with first defining the concept. In his 1937 essay "Traditional and Critical Theory," Horkheimer outlined critical theory as a social theory oriented toward critiquing and changing society, distinguishing it from traditional theory that merely...
2026-03-2722 minThe Active CenterThe Digital Eviction: A Gen X Reflection on MLB Opening Night 2026I remember the sound of a game before I remember the sight of one. Growing up Gen X, baseball was the ambient noise of summer, a crackling transistor radio on a porch, the rhythmic cadence of a local announcer, and the smudge of black newsprint on my fingers as I scanned the box scores over breakfast. We were the bridge generation; we saw the move from free-to-air rabbit ears to the "golden age" of cable and satellite. We paid our dues, literally and figuratively, supporting the local RSNs and buying the jerseys that funded the cathedrals our teams now...
2026-03-2620 minThe Active CenterRebutting the "America is Socialist Because it Pays for the Military and…" ArgumentIn contemporary political discourse, the definition of socialism is frequently blurred, leading to the common assertion that the United States is already a socialist nation. Proponents of this view point to the existence of taxpayer-funded entities such as the Department of Defense (DoD), local Fire Departments (FDNY or LAFD), and social safety nets like Medicare and Amtrak (the National Railroad Passenger Corporation). However, an objective examination of economic structures reveals that the provision of public services within a liberal democracy is fundamentally different from the mechanics of a socialist or communist command economy. The distinction lies not in the...
2026-03-2505 minThe Active CenterBabe Ruth and the Negro Leagues: A Historical and Economic PerspectiveBabe Ruth, a figure synonymous with the golden age of baseball, is celebrated for his unparalleled power and larger-than-life persona. However, a less-known but equally significant aspect of his career is his interaction with the players and teams of the Negro Leagues. These encounters, occurring during an era of deep racial segregation, provide a fascinating and complex look into baseball's history, highlighting both Ruth's exceptional skills and the immense talent of the Black athletes he competed against.
During the offseason, when the official Major League Baseball season was over, Ruth frequently participated in what were known as “ba...
2026-03-2404 minThe Active CenterThe Geography of Black Wealth: A Comparative Analysis of the United States and AfricaThe global distribution of wealth among people of African descent offers a compelling lens through which to examine economic systems, historical labor movements, and the power of industrial specialization. Current data indicates that the United States serves as the world’s primary hub for Black millionaires and billionaires. While the African continent is home to a burgeoning class of high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs) and several of the world’s most prominent industrial titans, the sheer volume of wealthy Black individuals in the U.S. currently exceeds the combined total across the fifty-four nations of Africa. This economic landscape is a prod...
2026-03-2306 minThe Active CenterThe Wise Fool of the Public Square: A Socratic Critique of First Amendment AuditorsIn the bustling marketplaces of ancient Athens, Socrates famously dedicated his life to exposing the hollow rhetoric of the Sophists. These were men who possessed a formidable command of language and law, yet used their talents not to uncover the "Good," but to win arguments and accumulate status. Today, this ancient conflict finds a startling modern parallel in the "First Amendment Auditor," a figure who occupies the public square with a camera in one hand and a legal statute in the other. While these auditors operate within the letter of the law, a Socratic critique suggests they are the "...
2026-03-2106 minThe Active CenterMarxists Suck at Due Process: The Vile, Immediate, Chaotic, Ideological, and Morally Absolute Cancellation and Purge of Cesar Chavez in 24-Hours…The movement to dismantle the legacy of Cesar Chavez provides a startling modern case study in what might be termed "ideological liquidation." In recent years, a rush to scrub Chavez’s name from public institutions and murals has gained significant momentum, driven by a singular focus on his historical opposition to illegal immigrant labor. While framed as a quest for social justice, the speed and methodology of this movement mirror the mechanics of the 20th-century Marxist-Leninist purge. In both instances, the pursuit of "revolutionary" ideological purity necessitates the destruction of internal contradictions, the rejection of historical context, and, most si...
2026-03-2004 minThe Active CenterWhat Is Supply-Side Economics?Supply-side economics is a macroeconomic theory that suggests economic growth is most effectively created by investing in capital and by lowering barriers on the production of goods and services. Often colloquially referred to as "trickle-down" economics, it became a cornerstone of United States fiscal policy during the 1980s under President Ronald Reagan.
1. Defining Supply-Side Economics
At its core, supply-side economics argues that economic improvement is best stimulated by:
Decreasing government regulation.
Lowering taxes (specifically for corporations and high-income earners).
Encouraging free trade.
The goal is to increase the aggregate supply—the total production of goods an...
2026-03-1805 minThe Active CenterA Concise History of Communism in Cuba from 1959 to the PresentThe Cuban Revolution was a transformative social and armed movement that fundamentally altered the political landscape of the Caribbean. It resulted in the overthrow of the U.S.-backed dictatorship of Fulgencio Batista and the establishment of a socialist state led by Fidel Castro.
1. Historical Context and Causes
In the first half of the 20th century, Cuba faced severe internal crises that fueled revolutionary sentiment:
Political Corruption: Fulgencio Batista, originally elected democratically in 1940, seized power in a 1952 coup. His second term was defined by authoritarianism, the suspension of political parties, and state-sponsored violence against dissenters.
Economic...
2026-03-1705 minThe Active CenterThe Obama Administration’s 2014 Critical Theory Experiment in School Discipline Has Failed…Can We Go Back and Modify the Proven Discipline Models that Led to More Student and Teacher Success, Please?In January 2014, the Obama Administration issued the infamous “Dear Colleague” letter, which was intended to influence K-12 public school discipline policies by threatening federal action if discipline policies resulted in a “disparate impact” on racial minorities. The Obama Dear Colleague letter stated:
“to assist public elementary secondary schools in meeting their obligations under Federal law to administer student discipline without discriminating on basis race, color, or national origin.” The letter correctly observes that “intentionally disciplining students differently based on race” violates federal law, specifically Title IV and Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964. But it goes further, as...
2026-03-1613 minThe Active CenterCrisis for the Iranian Women’s Soccer TeamThe Heart of the Issue
The heart of the issue for the Iranian national women’s soccer team is a choice between national loyalty and personal safety following acts of silent protest. During the Women’s Asian Cup in Australia, members of the team refused to sing the Iranian national anthem, an act of civil disobedience interpreted as a protest against the Islamic Republic.
Consequently, the players were branded as "wartime traitors" by Iranian state media—a charge that carries severe legal penalties, including the risk of execution or life imprisonment. This situation has been further complicated by the...
2026-03-1304 minThe Active CenterA Debate on Resource Allocation: Adam Smith vs. Karl MarxThis debate is imagined between the two foundational figures of Classical and Marxist economics, focusing on the core issue of how a society should best allocate its resources.
The Economists and Their General Ideas
Adam Smith (1723–1790) - Classical Economist
Who He Is: A Scottish moral philosopher and pioneer of political economy, widely considered the Father of Classical Economics. His seminal work, The Wealth of Nations (1776), laid the intellectual groundwork for capitalism and the free market.
General Economic Ideas:
The Invisible Hand: The metaphor that describes how individuals, pursuing their own self-interest, are led by market forces to promote th...
2026-03-1122 minThe Active CenterAdam Smith on the Cornerstone of Capitalism: Private PropertyAdam Smith's idea of private property is central to a free and capitalist society because it forms the essential foundation for economic incentive, investment, and ultimately, the creation of wealth. Without the security of private property, the entire system of a market economy, including the "Invisible Hand," would collapse.
1. Definition of Private Property (An Acquired Right)
For Adam Smith, private property is an acquired right (distinguishing it from the natural rights of "life and liberty") that grants individuals the right to own and control tangible assets (like land, factories, and houses) and intangible assets (like stocks and...
2026-03-1004 minThe Active CenterThe Price of a Dream: The Odyssey of José AbreuThe saga of José Abreu is far more than a sports highlight; it is a profound narrative of the "Cuban Defection" era, defined by immense talent, heartbreaking family separation, and a desperate gamble for freedom against a backdrop of systemic oppression. Known affectionately as "Pito," Abreu’s journey from the baseball diamonds of Cienfuegos to the bright lights of Chicago serves as a stark illustration of the human cost of pursuing excellence under a regime that views individuals as national property.
In Cuba, baseball is a pillar of national identity, but it is one tightly gripped by the...
2026-03-0905 minThe Active CenterEconomic Freedom: The Role of Civil Liberties and Civil RightsThis podcast explores the fundamental freedoms protected in the United States, specifically highlighting how civil liberties and civil rights serve as the foundation for the economic rights and financial autonomy of American citizens.
1. Civil Liberties: The Foundation of Economic Autonomy
Civil liberties protect citizens from government overreach, which is essential for a functioning free-market economy. Without these protections, economic innovation and personal wealth would be subject to arbitrary government seizure or suppression.
Economic Impact of Key Liberties
Right to Privacy (4th Amendment): Protects citizens from illegal search and seizure. In an economic context, this ensures that...
2026-03-0705 minThe Active CenterThe Active Center: “Don’t Take Your SUV to Town” Project ProfileProject Philosophy: Critical Optimism
The Active Center is a music project that serves as a modern "love letter to America’s potential." At its core, the project is a vehicle for David Sepe’s critical optimism—a perspective that acknowledges the flaws in current systems while maintaining a firm belief in their capacity for improvement.
The music utilizes meticulous arrangements—ranging from stuttering synths and high-energy basslines to opening rockabilly guitar riffs—to create a space designed for three simultaneous actions: fun, thought, and dance.
Core Values
Hopeful Pragmatism: Asserting that the march toward liberty and justice is...
2026-03-0605 minThe Active CenterThe Five Faces of Trumpism: A Policy AnalysisPresident Donald Trump is a political phenomenon. I can truly say from my own personal experiences from my early days of simply understanding that there was a President of the United States, from Jimmy Carter to Donald Trump, President Donald Trump without any doubt has been the most dynamic subject to observe and study from an academic political science point of view.
The 2026 fiscal year and recent diplomatic breakthroughs offer a real-time laboratory for seeing Donald Trump’s syncretic political identity in action. By examining his 2026 Budget Proposal, the November 2025 Trade Arrangement with China, and his direct eq...
2026-03-0404 minThe Active CenterAnalysis of Fascist Philosophy and the Role of Giovanni Gentile, Classification, and ConclusionIntroduction to Giovanni Gentile and Fascist Doctrine
Giovanni Gentile (1875–1944) was an Italian idealist philosopher and educator, widely regarded as the intellectual architect and "philosopher of Fascism." Working closely with Benito Mussolini, Gentile formalized the ideological basis of the movement, notably through his contributions to the 1932 essay The Doctrine of Fascism.
Gentile's philosophy was rooted in Hegelian neo-idealism, which he termed "Actual Idealism." This system prioritized the State as the highest expression of the national will and spirit—the "Ethical State"—where the individual finds true liberty only through complete submission to the community, as expressed by the State...
2026-03-0305 minThe Active CenterThe Threat Profile of the Islamic Republic of Iran1. The Far-Right Religious Leadership
Since the 1979 Islamic Revolution, Iran has been governed by a "Velayat-e Faqih" (Guardianship of the Jurist) system. This far-right theocratic structure places absolute power in the hands of a Supreme Leader. This leadership operates on a bigoted, narrow perception of life that prioritizes religious dogma over individual liberty, viewing Western influence ("Westoxification") as a moral plague. The regime's worldview is defined by an uncompromising "us vs. them" mentality that seeks to export its radical ideology across the Middle East.
2. Systematic Oppression: Women and LGBTQ+ Rights
The regime's "vision" for Iran is enforced through...
2026-03-0205 minThe Active CenterIran 2026: Operation Epic Fury, President Trump, and the Machiavellian Shift1. The Machiavellian Framework: "The End Justifies the Means"
Niccolò Machiavelli, in his 1513 treatise The Prince, argued that a ruler (the Prince) must be prepared to "enter into evil when necessity commands" to ensure the stability and security of the state. While Machiavelli never used the exact phrase "the end justifies the means," the concept permeates his work: the ultimate goal—the preservation of the state and the removal of existential threats, is so paramount that it overrides conventional moral or legal constraints.
In the context of President Trump’s decision to launch Operation Epic Fury on February 28, 2026, the a...
2026-02-2804 minThe Active CenterNational Angel Family Day Proclamation (2026)On February 23, 2026, President Donald J. Trump issued a proclamation designating February 22 as National Angel Family Day. The text serves as both a memorial for victims of crimes committed by illegal aliens and a progress report on the administration's aggressive immigration and border security overhaul. The proclamation emphasizes that such tragedies are "100 percent preventable" and outlines the legislative and executive actions taken during the first year of the term to address these issues.
Core Themes and Meaning
1. Recognition of "Angel Families"
The primary purpose of the text is to honor "Angel Families"—those who have lost loved ones to...
2026-02-2505 minThe Active CenterEconomic Impact of Marriage as a Catalyst for Closing the Homeownership GapThe observation that marital status is a primary driver of homeownership is supported by significant demographic data. While the overall homeownership gap between Black and White households remains a persistent 28–30 percentage points, the gap narrows significantly when comparing married couples.
1. Marriage Rates by Demographic (2025 Data)
To understand the full impact of the homeownership gap, one must examine the "Marriage Gap." Because marriage provides such a significant boost to homeownership, the lower prevalence of marriage in certain communities directly correlates to lower aggregate homeownership rates.
According to 2025 demographic projections based on American Community Survey (ACS) trends:...
2026-02-2405 minThe Active CenterHow NGOs Facilitated the Biden-Harris Border Industrial Complex Crisis: “It’s a Pipeline”Hearing Title: An Inside Job: How NGOs Facilitated the Biden Border Crisis
Date: July 16-17, 2025
Committee: House Committee on Homeland Security
Subcommittee Chair: Josh Brecheen (R-OK)
Summary of Findings
The House Committee on Homeland Security held a series of hearings investigating the role of Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs) in the ongoing border crisis. The central thesis of the report is that a multi-billion dollar "Border Industrial Complex" has emerged, where NGOs act as a "pipeline" to facilitate mass illegal immigration and, in many cases, inadvertently or negligently assist human trafficking operations.
2026-02-2305 minThe Active CenterThe Supreme Court’s Tariff Ruling: Economic and Constitutional ImpactOn February 20, 2026, the Supreme Court delivered a major blow to the administration’s trade policy, ruling that the President cannot use emergency powers (specifically IEEPA) to bypass Congress’s constitutional authority to levy taxes and tariffs.
1. The Legal Core: Tariffs as Taxes
Writing for the majority, Chief Justice John Roberts clarified the fundamental nature of trade duties. He rejected the administration's argument that "regulating importation" under emergency law includes the power to set tariff rates.
"The Constitution very clearly assigns the authority to levy taxes—including tariffs—to Congress. The Framers did not vest any part of...
2026-02-2105 minThe Active CenterSingle Review: The Phylum Chordata – "Eternity of Peace"Artist: The Phylum Chordata (David Sepe)
Release Date: 2026
Genre: Ethereal Dream Pop / Ambient Electronic
Twenty years is a lifetime in the music industry, but for David Sepe, the mastermind behind the moniker The Phylum Chordata, it seems the hiatus since 2005 was merely a period of deep observation and personal growth. His return single, "Eternity of Peace," is a profound, technological, and spiritual meditation that bridges the gap between the digital and the divine.
The Production: A Digital Séance
The genesis of the track is as modern as its themes are a...
2026-02-2005 minThe Active CenterThe Architect of Economic Freedom: Curt Flood and the Legacy of "Good Trouble"The late Civil Rights icon John Lewis often spoke of "Good Trouble,” the moral necessity of disrupting unjust systems to precipitate progress. While this phrase is frequently associated with the voting booths and lunch counters of the American South, its spirit found a powerful, albeit unexpected, champion on the baseball diamond. Curt Flood, an elite center fielder for the St. Louis Cardinals, transformed a personal grievance into a seminal moment in labor history. By challenging Major League Baseball’s (MLB) reserve clause, Flood bridged the gap between the Civil Rights Movement and economic justice, ultimately sacrificing his career to pave...
2026-02-1805 minThe Active CenterRe-evaluating the Role of Armed Civilians in Public SafetyIn the contemporary American discourse on public safety, few topics are as fraught with tension as the "active shooter" phenomenon. While these incidents remain statistically rare relative to overall homicides, their psychological and economic toll on the national consciousness is immense. For decades, the primary strategy for managing these threats has centered on rapid law enforcement response. However, a landmark 2025 study by researchers John R. Lott, Jr. and Carl E. Moody, titled “Do Armed Civilians Stop Active Shooters More Effectively Than Uniformed Police?”, challenges the traditional hierarchy of response. By synthesizing performance data with broader economic realities, a new pict...
2026-02-1705 minThe Active CenterLet’s Make Cheating Harder Again: The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) ActThe Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act is a legislative proposal designed to strengthen the integrity of U.S. elections by mandating documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration. The Act aims to close perceived loopholes in the National Voter Registration Act (NVRA) of 1993, ensuring that only eligible U.S. citizens participate in federal, state, and local elections.
Introduction: The Human Cost of Election Vulnerability
To understand the impetus behind the SAVE Act, proponents often point to the risk of voter impersonation and the loss of individual franchise. A poignant example occurred several years ago when my...
2026-02-1617 minThe Active CenterValentine’s Day and the Macro-Economic Heartbeat of Q1 AffectionValentine’s Day is no longer just a "greeting card holiday." In 2026, it has cemented itself as a massive pillar of the U.S. economy, providing a vital "spark" during the otherwise sluggish first quarter.
1. Macro-Economic Impact
For 2026, the National Retail Federation (NRF) and other economic analysts have projected a record-breaking year for Valentine’s Day spending.
Total Economic Impact (Direct Spending): Approximately $29.1 billion. This is an all-time high, surpassing the $27.5 billion spent in 2025.
GDP Contribution: Since consumer spending makes up nearly 70% of U.S. GDP, this $29B injection helps offset the "post-holiday slump" typically seen in J...
2026-02-1405 minThe Active CenterThe Phylum Chordata ReturnsFor the first time since 2005, The Phylum Chordata returns with a profound new vision.
We are incredibly moved to announce the upcoming release of "Eternity of Peace," the latest single from technoinstrumentalist David Sepe, also known as The Phylum Chordata.
The Vision
"Eternity of Peace" is more than just a return to music; it is a spiritual exploration. The track delves into a deeply personal perspective on the afterlife, one that has been made more salient, deeper, and infinitely richer through David’s earthly journey as a Father. It is a sonic bridge between the le...
2026-02-1304 minThe Active CenterMAGA Accounts for Babies: Foundations and Projections1. Introduction: The OBBB Act and "Trump Accounts"
The Trump MAGA Account (Maximum Accumulated Generational Assets) is a central feature of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) Act, signed into law by the U.S. Congress on July 4, 2025. This landmark legislation was designed to address the wealth gap and ensure that every American child born after the law's passage begins life with an ownership stake in the U.S. economy.
The basic idea is to provide a government-facilitated, private-sector-managed investment vehicle for every newborn. These accounts are implemented as custodial brokerage accounts where the initial "seed" is often...
2026-02-1104 minThe Active CenterPresident Ronald Reagan's Support for Black History Month, Reaganomics, and Black Economic PowerThe 1980s represent a transformative and complex epoch in the narrative of Black America, a decade defined by a paradoxical intersection of aggressive federal intervention and an unprecedented explosion of private wealth. At the center of this era stood President Ronald Reagan, whose administration sought to codify Black history into the national fabric while simultaneously launching a domestic policy aimed at fundamental urban restructuring. Through the formalization of Black History Month and the controversial mechanics of the "War on Drugs," the Reagan years framed a new vision of the American Dream, one where the restoration of "law and order"...
2026-02-1005 minThe Active CenterPresident Trump's Tariff Policy: A One-Year Review (Feb 2026)1. The Presidential Rationale: Why Tariffs?
From the perspective of President Donald Trump, tariffs are not merely a tax, but a "beautiful" geopolitical tool and an "American economic miracle." His primary arguments for the current policy are:
Reciprocity and Fairness: Trump argues that the U.S. has been the "piggy bank" for the world. By implementing Reciprocal Tariffs, he aims to match the duties other countries place on American goods.
National Security & Borders: In 2025, the administration invoked the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) to tie tariffs to non-trade issues, specifically using 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico as leverage...
2026-02-0905 minThe Active CenterThe Angels, The Rams and then Not the Rams, Anaheim Stadium, and the City of Anaheim: A Complex Economic RelationshipThe relationship between the Los Angeles Angels, their ownership, and the City of Anaheim is a compelling, decades-long case study in the risks of public-private sports partnerships. Initially founded on the city's ambition to secure a major league identity through a publicly funded stadium in 1966, this arrangement grew significantly more complicated when the city financed a multi-million-dollar expansion to accommodate the Los Angeles Rams football team in 1980. The Rams' departure in 1995 left Anaheim with a costly, modified facility, forcing new agreements, including the subsequent $100 million renovation under Disney ownership. Today, despite the stadium's centrality to the city and the...
2026-02-0404 minThe Active CenterThe Economic Legacy of Brown v. Board of Education: A Multi-Generational AnalysisThe 1954 Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Board of Education served as a pivotal "twist" in the American economic timeline. By dismantling the legal framework of "separate but equal," the decision catalyzed the Civil Rights Movement and unlocked the economic potential of millions of Black Americans. While the transition was marked by significant professional loss for Black educators, the long-term results include a dramatic expansion of the Black middle class, a surge in educational attainment, and a substantial contribution to the United States' Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
1. The Transformation: Initial Loss and Pain
The immediate aftermath of...
2026-02-0304 minThe Active CenterAmerican Exceptionalism: Foundations, Significance, and Critique1. Definition and Core Concept
American Exceptionalism is a political theory or belief system arguing that the United States is inherently distinct, unique, or exemplary compared to other nations. This distinctiveness stems from its unique origins, political institutions, and historical trajectory. Proponents assert that the U.S. is not merely different but often holds a superior moral or political position, implying it is both destined and entitled to play a special, positive role on the world stage (e.g., as a “beacon of liberty” or a “city upon a hill”).
The term itself has a complex history, initially coined i...
2026-02-0205 minThe Active CenterOC Vibe's Impact on the City of Orange, CA: An Economic AnalysisThe City of Anaheim's $4 billion OC Vibe development, a 100-acre mixed-use entertainment and lifestyle district centered around the Honda Center, is one of the most significant regional projects in Orange County. The project is currently under construction, with major phased openings of the market hall, concert venues, and restaurants expected to begin in 2026.
The OC Vibe site is geographically close to Orange's commercial centers, located approximately 3 miles from both The Outlets at Orange and the historic Orange Circle. Its impact on the neighboring City of Orange will be a mix of competition and complementary regional growth.
1...
2026-01-2813 minThe Active CenterLiberty and the State: Security From vs. Reliance On GovernmentThe question of whether "Liberty and Freedom" relies on government for security or is, instead, security from government reliance captures the central, enduring debate of political philosophy. There is no single universally accepted answer; rather, these represent two fundamental, competing philosophies regarding the purpose and limit of state power.
Therefore, there is no “solution,” but simply choices that have to be consistently recalibrated as each new event unfolds.
The Two Poles of Freedom and Security
1. Liberty as Security From Government (Negative Liberty)
This perspective, often associated with classical liberalism and libertarian thought, defines liberty as the a...
2026-01-2717 minThe Active CenterThe Economic Impact and The Musical Dichotomy of Frasier: Classical vs. JazzFor eleven seasons, the sitcom Frasier stood as a unique monument in the landscape of American television, distinguished not only by its sharp wit but by its sophisticated sonic identity. The show’s soundtrack was defined by a deliberate dichotomy: the rigid, intellectual world of classical music and the fluid, cosmopolitan atmosphere of jazz. Rather than acting as mere background noise, these genres functioned as distinct narrative tools that balanced characterization with atmosphere, ultimately creating a "split-personality" approach to storytelling that grounded the Crane brothers’ lofty aspirations in a modern reality.
The use of classical music—spanning opera...
2026-01-2605 minThe Active CenterOC Vibe Project: Economic Benefits, Costs, and Impacts AnalysisThe OC Vibe project is a $4 billion mixed-use development transforming the 100 acres around the Honda Center and the Anaheim Regional Transportation Intermodal Center (ARTIC) into a vibrant entertainment district. The project is privately funded by the Samueli family, the owners of the Anaheim Ducks. The city is not using its general fund to pay for the project.
Benefits and Costs
Benefits
OC Vibe is expected to bring significant economic benefits to Anaheim. The project is projected to generate $9.2 million annually in new revenue for the city's general fund from hotel, property, and sales taxes. A portion of...
2026-01-2113 minThe Active CenterThe Economic Legacy of MLK and the Dream: From Local Parades to National ProgressBeing a kid in the 70s and a high school student in the 80s, Martin Luther King was a vehicle for promoting anti-discrimination, color-blindness, and meritocracy based on the concept of equal opportunity. The legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the Civil Rights movement is often measured in social and legal milestones. However, the economic impact—both through annual commemorations and systemic historical shifts—has been a cornerstone of American progress.
I. The Municipal Impact of MLK Day Parades
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is more than a day of service; for many cities, it is a...
2026-01-1911 minThe Active CenterComparative Analysis: Johnny Cash's "Don't Take Your Guns to Town" and the Minneapolis ICE/SUV IncidentExecutive Summary
This podcast examines the thematic and narrative parallels between the 1958 song "Don't Take Your Guns to Town" by Johnny Cash and the January 7, 2026, fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. While separated by nearly 70 years and the divide between fiction and reality, both instances serve as cautionary tales regarding the escalation of conflict, the perception of threat, and the tragic outcome when individuals enter "the town"—a space of established power and high tension—under conditions of confrontation.
1. The Narrative Structures
The Song: "Don't Take Your Guns to Town"
The song...
2026-01-1405 minThe Active CenterCopyrighting Ai-Assisted Music: Me, Suno & Logic Pro 11: The Journey: From an Atari 1040ST to AiSo, I've been writing, producing, recording, releasing songs, both the music and lyrics, via digital audio workstations since "the 80s. From Steinberg Pro-24 and the Atari ST1040 and the blue dongle, to Cubase, to Logic 6 through 11. I've written and recorded my own music and lyrics, created 2-formal self-released CDs on my own "independent" record label, Room Tehck Records, with these “music-production tools.” I've gotten college radio and DJ pool airplay and have experienced the joy of seeing "heavy rotation" next to my name and my songs charted above Madonna and Depeche Mode on DJ club charts. Today, we call this...
2026-01-1205 minThe Active CenterThe Diamond Dilemma: Economic Concepts in the Dodgers-Blue Jays World Series Game 7The high-stakes drama of the 2025 World Series Game 7, played on November 1, 2025, provides a perfect illustration of fundamental economic concepts. In the clash between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays, every pitch and managerial decision is rooted in the attempt to maximize output (wins) with scarce resources. The key economic drivers are scarcity, opportunity cost, cost-benefit analysis, utility, and the law of diminishing returns.
Scarcity and Opportunity Cost (The Bichette Dilemma)
Scarcity is the foundation of all economic choice. In baseball, the ultimate scarce resources are outs, runs, and healthy, high-leverage players.
The...
2026-01-0905 minThe Active CenterThe Economics of Choice: Scarcity, Trade-offs, and Utility1. The Immutable Truth: Scarcity
The study of economics is fundamentally rooted in one immutable truth: scarcity. Resources—land, labor, capital, and time—are finite, while human wants are virtually limitless. This imbalance forces societies, businesses, and individuals to make difficult choices.
Politics, in this context, is the mechanism by which a society develops the rules and institutions necessary to manage and allocate these scarce resources.
The Sowell Doctrine: Choices, Not Solutions
Economist Thomas Sowell famously articulated that in the realm of resource allocation, there are no solutions, only choices and trade-offs. Every action requires utilizing a sc...
2026-01-0804 minThe Active CenterWhat is Microeconomics?The study of economics is divided into two major branches: microeconomics and macroeconomics. While macroeconomics looks at the "big picture" (national and global trends), microeconomics focuses on the smaller, individual parts of the economy.
Microeconomics Definition
Microeconomics is the branch of economics that studies the behavior of individuals and businesses. It analyzes how these entities make decisions based on the allocation of limited resources.
A central concept in this field is the circular flow of economic activity, which illustrates the interaction between households and businesses:
Money Flow: Revenue for businesses and income for households.
...
2026-01-0805 minThe Active CenterA Very Swiftie Wedding! The Potential $1.5 Billion Dollar Swiftonomic Impact in the NOT so Cruel Summer of 2026!The wedding between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce is reportedly set for Saturday, June 13, 2026, at the luxurious Ocean House hotel in Watch Hill, Rhode Island. This union of a global pop superstar and a top NFL player, taking place on Swift's half-birthday near her home, elevates the existing phenomenon known as "Swiftonomics." The scale of this event could rival or even surpass the economic impact of past high-profile events, such as royal weddings, which have generated billions in revenue.
1. The Hospitality and Travel Industry
The wedding would likely trigger a massive tourism surge, similar to how her...
2026-01-0505 minThe Active CenterThe Caracas Precedent: Energy, Sovereignty, and the New Monroe…Err...Trump DoctrineThe military operation conducted on January 3, 2026, marks one of the most significant shifts in Western Hemispheric geopolitics since the Cold War. By successfully apprehending Nicolás Maduro and Cilia Flores in a "zero-casualty" strike, the Trump administration has not only dismantled a regime long categorized as a narco-state but has also signaled a robust reassertion of the Monroe Doctrine. This essay examines the strategic objectives of the "Transition and Rebuild" plan, the legal framework supporting such an unprecedented intervention, and the multifaceted economic implications of the United States’ temporary stewardship of Venezuela.
The Pillar of Justice: The SDNY Ind...
2026-01-0305 minThe Active CenterWhat is Economics?Meet Pete. He is a typical entrepreneur in the United States starting a new downtown pizzeria. Through Pete’s journey, we can explore how economics—the study of how society efficiently or inefficiently allocates resources available to fulfill people's needs and wants—shapes our world.
1. The Core Economic Problem: Scarcity
In a perfect world, resources would be unlimited. In reality, resources are scarce. Because we cannot fulfill every want, we must make choices about how to use what we have.
Pete’s Resources
To run his shop, Pete must obtain and manage:
Physical Goods: Pizza ov...
2026-01-0304 minThe Active CenterThe Philosophy of Human Nature, Egoism, and EconomicsIn the field of ethics, egoism is the approach to morality based on self-interest. While it might sound like a straightforward endorsement of "selfishness," the debate between thinkers like Ayn Rand and James Rachels reveals a deep complexity regarding what it means to be human and what it means to be rational.
1. Ayn Rand: The Virtue of Selfishness
Ayn Rand is the primary proponent of Rational Egoism. Her view is often seen as a "punch to the face" of traditional moral philosophies.
Key Arguments:
The Critique of Altruism: Rand argues that altruism (selflessness) is a cause...
2026-01-0204 minThe Active CenterWhat are the Social Sciences?Sociology vs Social Sciences
What is it that you want to do? Do you want to study the insides of animals? Then study veterinary medicine or animal science. Do you want to build bridges? Then you should probably look into structural engineering. What if your desire is to organize the word pictures in your head into something the entire world can enjoy? How about creative writing?
However, if you want to understand people as social animals and why society functions the way it does, then you need to take courses in sociology. Why? Because sociology...
2026-01-0203 minThe Active CenterIs California Taxing Tips in 2025? You Betchya!Under the leadership of California Governor Gavin Newsom, California is currently planning to continue taxing tips at the state level, even though the federal government, led by President Donald Trump, has eliminated federal income tax on most tips, as he promised during the Presidential Campaign in 2024. .
California’s Social Democrat Progressive mono-party, led by Governor Gavin Newsom, is making sure that California is “Trump-proofed” from common sense supply side economic theory. No lower taxes for food servers, food delivery workers, and the other 70+ jobs and side hustles that earn tips.
1. The Federal Change (OBBBA)
On July 4...
2025-12-3105 minThe Active CenterHappy New Year 2026! President Trump's 2025 Performance and the 2026 Strategic Outlook1. 2025 Economic Performance and Inflation Control
As 2025 concludes, the U.S. economy has demonstrated significant resilience, characterized by robust growth and a successful stabilization of inflationary pressures. The Trump administration’s focus on deregulation and fiscal discipline has contributed to a "soft landing" that many economists previously doubted.
GDP Growth and Market Stability
Real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew at an annual rate of 4.3% in the third quarter of 2025, an acceleration from the 3.8% growth seen in the second quarter. This growth has been driven primarily by strong consumer spending, increased exports, and a narrowing trade deficit. The stock ma...
2025-12-2905 minThe Active CenterThe Impact and Role of Religion in the United States EconomyWhile the United States is known for its diverse and dynamic economy, a significant and often overlooked contributor is the religious sector. The economic impact of religion in the U.S. is not limited to the direct revenue of religious institutions but extends to a vast network of businesses, social services, and volunteer efforts. This "religious economy," estimated to be a massive enterprise, plays a crucial role in the nation's financial and social landscape, providing valuable services and generating substantial economic activity that eases the burden on public resources.
The scale of this religious economy is staggering...
2025-12-2205 minThe Active CenterThe Ethics of Autonomous Vehicle OS Programming During Unavoidable Accidents: Who Gets to Survive?The Decision-Maker Debate: The Center Lane Collision or the Trolley Problem.
This podcast explores the ethics of EV harm minimization OS software. The central ethical and legal conflict between prioritizing the user (the customer) and maximizing public safety (social welfare).
Scenario: An autonomous EV is traveling at 70 mph in a center lane of a freeway. Suddenly, a car is released into the lane from a tow truck, making a collision inevitable. There is no time to stop. The only alternatives are to swerve into the adjacent lanes:
Option 1 (Straight): Collide with the object (Potential severe harm to 2 EV o...
2025-12-1604 minThe Active CenterOk, Let’s Tax the Rich: What Would Actually Happen if the U.S. Government Confiscated All the Wealth of U.S. Billionaires?Pending
2025-12-1104 minThe Active CenterOk, Let’s Tax the Rich: What Would Actually Happen if the U.S. Government Confiscated All the Wealth of U.S. Billionaires?Introduction: The Rhetoric of Wealth Confiscation
The political discourse surrounding economic inequality often centers on proposals to increase taxes on the ultra-wealthy, sometimes escalating to calls for the complete confiscation of billionaire assets—a position frequently associated with the political far-left. The core argument is that the concentrated wealth of a few individuals is morally indefensible and should be leveraged to resolve national financial crises, such as the persistent federal budget deficit. Proponents often suggest that the multi-trillion-dollar fortunes of U.S. billionaires represent a vast, untapped resource that could eliminate debt, fund expansive new social programs, or...
2025-12-0904 min
Film Fanatic CommentariesIt Follows (2014) - Film Fanatic Commentary - Season 8An Audio-Only Commentary on the 2014 film IT FOLLOWS by John Doe. Starring Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Olivia Luccardi, Lili Sepe, Bailey Spry, Carollette Phillips, Debbie Williams. Directed by David Robert Mitchell.A young woman is followed by an unknown supernatural force after a sexual encounter.#commentary #itfollows #2014 #supernaturalhorror #maikamonroe #davidrobertmitchell #classic07/09/2025 Commentary recording dateFilm source for syncing up - R2 Blu-rayFollow me on Rumble
2025-10-071h 40
Screams After MidnightEpisode 648: It Follows (2014)It Follows (2014) Screams After Midnight, a horror movie podcast.
It Follows is directed by David Robert Mitchell and stars Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, Lili Sepe
patreon: https://www.patreon.com/mildfuzztv
all links: https://linktr.ee/mildfuzz
discord: https://discord.gg/8fbyCehMTy
email: mftvquestions@gmail.com
Audio version: https://screams-after-midnight.pinecast.co/
2025-10-021h 36
120 minút s hudbou nášho hosťa120 MINÚT S HUDBOU NÁŠHO HOSŤA: ARACELI TZIGANEAraceli Tzigane pochádza z Madridu. Je manažérka a agentka, ktorá sa venuje žánru world music. Zároveň je častou prispievateľkou do rôznych špecializovaných hudobných médií.
Araceli študovala psychológiu. Jej aktivity súvisiace s propagáciou world music sa začali v roku 2000. Cítila potrebu podeliť sa s ostatnými o hudbu, ktorá jej priniesla do života šťastie. Toto sa stalo hybnou silou všetkých jej budúcich iniciatív. Jej neustála aktivita a medzinárodná angažovanosť ju nútia držať krok s umeleckými novinkami. Je v kontakte s kultúrnymi age...
2025-08-2601 min
Hoy empieza todo 1 (2012-2025)Hoy empieza todo 1 - De after con Dulzaro - 11/08/25Arrancamos una nueva semana con el último viaje del turista musical; se ha quemado y necesita un tiempo, por lo que visita el SEPE. A continuación, nuestro compañero David Laso analiza un nuevo director en "Perras en Reserva": la crítica social y el humor negra del sueco Ruben Östlund. A las ocho repasamos las noticias el día y descubrimos una nueva palabra: "bomborombillos", desde Jaén. Por último, alargamos la alegría del fin de semana con nuestro after, amenizado por el castellanoleonés Dulzaro.Escuchar audio
2025-08-111h 58Hoy empieza todo 1 (2012-2025)Hoy empieza todo 1 - De after con Dulzaro - 11/08/25Arrancamos una nueva semana con el último viaje del turista musical; se ha quemado y necesita un tiempo, por lo que visita el SEPE. A continuación, nuestro compañero David Laso analiza un nuevo director en "Perras en Reserva": la crítica social y el humor negra del sueco Ruben Östlund. A las ocho repasamos las noticias el día y descubrimos una nueva palabra: "bomborombillos", desde Jaén. Por último, alargamos la alegría del fin de semana con nuestro after, amenizado por el castellanoleonés Dulzaro.Escuchar audio
2025-08-111h 58
The Reel RejectsIT FOLLOWS (2014) MOVIE REVIEW!! FIRST TIME WATCHING!!IT DOESN'T GIVE UP!! It Follows Full Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects With Writer / Director David Robert Mitchell rolling camera on "They Follow," Roxy Striar & Aaron Alexander REUNITE to give their It Follows Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!!Download PrizePicks today at https://prizepicks.onelink.me/LME0/RE... & use code REJECTS to get $50 instantly when you play $5! Join Roxy Striar and Aaron Alexander as they dive into David Robert Mitchell’s 2014 horror thriller It Follows, where a deadly supernatural curse transmitted through intimacy leaves Jay Height (Maika Mo...
2025-04-2413 min
BLOODHAUSEpisode 111: It Follows (2014)This week, Drusilla goes to Whammy Analog Video and gets rid of her Faces of Death tapes. Josh’s new house is cursed and the USPS has failed him. Mentioned: Faster Pussycat! Kill! Kill!, SLC Punk, Seed of Chucky, Querelle, The Dog House, Eye of the Cat, The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, Immaculate, Dune 2, Only Lovers Left Alive, Barbarian, Sole Survivor, and more. The film of the week is It Follows (2014). From wiki: “It Follows is a 2014 American horror film written and directed by David Robert Mitchell. It stars Maika Monroe as a young woman who is pur...
2024-04-011h 19
The Film Flamers: A Horror Movie PodcastIt Follows (2014)It Follows is a 2014 American horror film written and directed by David Robert Mitchell. It stars Maika Monroe as a young woman who is pursued by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter. Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili Sepe appear in supporting roles. The score was composed by Rich Vreeland, better known as Disasterpeace.
If you have anything to add to the discussion, please don't hesitate to do so by reaching out to us on social media @TheFilmFlamers, or call our hotline and leave us a message at 972-666-7733!
...
2024-02-261h 09
Back To The BlockbusterBTTB Presents: Deep Dives With Owen and Gaius - “It Follows”
This week it’s Gaius’ pick and he and Owen dive into It Follows, written and directed by David Robert Mitchell and starring Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili Sepe. The pair into the director’s visual style, which generates an enormous amount of tension and atmosphere, the film’s performances, and the movie’s social commentary that has been a talking point since the film was released in 2014.
Other: Where To Watch It Follows
Follow Us On Instagram
Follow Us On Twitter
Like Us On...
2023-07-101h 41
B Bin HorrorIt FollowsHello and welcome back to another episode of B Bin Horror! On this week's episode we discuss the 2014 Horror/Thriller, It Follows. It Follows was written and directed by David Robert Mitchell and stars Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi and Lili Sepe. On this week's episode we talk about what we think the STDemon is and where it came from, how we would try to get rid of it and we come up with our own back story on it. If you like what you hear please follow us on Instagram and Facebook @bbinhorror...
2023-05-091h 02
Anabolic MindWords of Wisdom from Fitness OG, Frank Sepe
In the 23rd episode of The Anabolic Mind Show, Mark Jenkins sits down with Fitness OG, Frank Sepe
Sepe has been featured on more than 100 magazine covers all over the world, on romance book covers, in hundreds of bodybuilding magazine articles, and on such television programs as Inside Edition, the Late Show with David Letterman, The Howard Stern Show, Late Night with Conan O’Brien, and Hard Copy. Sepe was a fitness host for ESPN2 Cold Pizza. Frank appeared in two movies: Carlito’s Way and Shortcut to Happiness. He also hosted a call-in fitness radio show ca...
2023-04-111h 07
LE FILM LE PLUSSO3E12 - LE FILM LE PLUS HORRIBLEMENT ÉLEVÉL'horreur est un genre souvent mésestimé, bafoué, snobé, souvent considéré comme de la simple exploitation (ce qu'il est par essence), mais qui pourtant traverse les âges au gré des modes et des générations, non sans erreurs de parcours, mais avec un aplomb constant.Pour trouver grâce aux yeux des cinéphiles respectables, le genre a du parfois être exploité par des réalisateurs considérés comme tels, et dont les exemples sont nombreux. Et puis, au milieu de la dernière décénnie, les critiques bien pensantes ont vu une vague raf...
2023-03-151h 54
The Horror ReviewEpisode 49 - It Follows, and follows, and follows...Join us for an in depth discussion and analysis of the 2016 Supernatural thriller, It Follows.Directed by David Robert MitchellStarring: Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Jake Weary, Lili Sepe, Olivia Luccardi, & Daniel Zovatto.A chill is in the air and the last day of September brings us right into Spooky season with this ambiguously earie film. There's no particular time period, season, or sense of urgency in this slow burn creepfest, but it will leave you with a sense of dread...*Spoiler Alert* - Full synopsis and behind the scenes morcels included.
2022-10-0137 min
Film Exploration with Ash HurryReview of 'It Follows'.Written and directed by Robert David Mitchell. Starring Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Olivia Luccardi and Lili Sepe.
2022-08-0606 min
MASTER OF THE UNIVERSE#85 It FollowsIt Follows is a 2014 American supernatural psychological horror film written and directed by David Robert Mitchell. It stars Maika Monroe as a young woman who is pursued by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter and must have sex with another individual to avoid it.Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili Sepe appear in supporting roles.[5]
2022-07-1443 min
Lost Immortals and Radio Hieroglyphics with Roy Stannard and Matt StaplesLost Immortals Ep 151 13.2.22 with Roy Stannard and Matt Staples on Burgess Hill Radio 103.8FMTHE LOST IMMORTALS – EXPANDING YOUR MUSICAL HORIZONS Ep 151 13.2.22 5-7pm
with Roy Stannard and Matthew Staples on Burgess Hill Community Radio 103.8FM www.burgesshillradio.co.uk/listenlive
Through the mists of time you'll hear dead men walking, encounter pilgrims, glimpse a halo, visit Bug Country, explore catacombs and women of Ireland..
Ghosts? No, just Lost Immortals..
Playlist:
David Bowie & Reeves Gabrels – Dead Man Walking (Acoustic live 1997)
Nerf Herder - Vivian (How To Meet Girls, 2000)
Röyksopp & Alison Goldfrapp – Impossible (Profoun...
2022-02-132h 07
PESPod - the insiders' guide to the EU labour marketDawning of the Age of DataHow collecting data helps people to find jobs
In episode 9 of PESPod, Federico Muniz, Deputy General Director of Statistics and Information and Maria-Jose Arias, Head of Guidance and International Programmes at SEPE, the Spanish PES inspire us with the story of how they developed Send@ – their new data management system aimed at helping jobseekers to find the right jobs or training opportunities for them.
Hear the story of how Send@ emerged following a recommendation of the PES Network around three years ago and a process of “getting inspiration from different tools and situations”. Already at this relatively early stage, the sy...
2021-12-1617 min
LEFFATUTKA - Analyyttiset amatöörit -podcastJakso 37 - It FollowsIt Follows2014, 1t 36min, jännitys/trilleri/kauhuOhjaus: David Robert MitchellKäsikirjoitus: David Robert MitchellPääosissa: Maika Monroe, Lili Sepe, Keir Gilchrist, Olivia Luccardi, Daniel Zovatto & Jake WearyKatsottavissa: ViaplayKategoria: Vähän jännitystä halloweenin kunniaksi!Elokuvassa seurataan (tajusitteko, tajusittehan??) Jamie ”Jay” Heightia (Maika Monroe), nuorta opiskelijanaista, jolla on uusi poikaystäväkokelas Hugh (Jake Weary), välittävän oloinen sisko Kelly (Lili Sepe) sekä mukavia ystäviä Paul (Keir Gilchrist) ja Yara (Olivia Luccardi). Asiat ovat siis aivan vallan mainiosti!
2021-10-251h 09
MovieByte PodcastIt Follows | Maika Monroe | Keir Gilchrist | David Robert Mitchell | [2014]It Follows | Maika Monroe | Keir Gilchrist | David Robert Mitchell | [2014]Join Ruben and The Russian as they digest this classic as part of the Halloween Month Special! It Follows is a 2014 American supernatural psychological horror film written and directed by David Robert Mitchell and stars Maika Monroe as Jaime "Jay" Height, a 19-year-old college student who is pursued by a supernatural entity after a sexual encounter, as well as Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi and Lili Sepe.It Follows debuted at the 2014 C...
2021-10-151h 05
Gotta WatchIt FollowsHalloween Horrors month starts getting all sorts of creepy as Bruno & Nick can't help but shake the feeling that they're being followed! The psychological horror film It Follows is on the Gotta Watch chopping block - how will it score with movie guru Bruno & QTB's resident scaredy-cat Nick?Title: It FollowsGenre: Horror / SuspenseRelease Date: 2014Rating: RDirected By: David Robert MitchellStarring: Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Olivia Luccardi, Lili Sepe, and Jake WearyTagline: It doesn't think. It doesn't feel. It doesn't give up.This episode of...
2021-10-1441 min
Trails, Tales, and Spruce TeaVoices of FriendshipInspired by Elder Opolahsomuwehs, many of my friends came together digitally to sing a few rounds of a Friendship Song. Sharing our voices and our hearts. Wela'lioq to all of the contributors: Hannah Martin, Ashley Moffat, Ursula Johnson, Atsuko Tomita Poirier, Daniel Poirier, Tamami Poirier, Bliss Rae, Soul Rae, Bleu Rae, Cedar Meuse-Waterman, Rose Meuse, Theresa Meuse, Chris O’Neill, Christina Chui, Erin Welch, Heather Castleden, David Huebert, Natasha Bastien, Rose Huebert, Janet Larkman, Laura Hunter, Marilyn Ouellette, Megan Crowley, Nanci Lee, Sam Sternberg, Mel Mills, Susanne Chui, Sylvia Moore, Tamim Arabi, Yuki Inoue, and the Ross Creek Centre for t...
2021-07-0105 min
Z I B A L D O N ELa canzone d’autore oggi in Italia (IX): Olden e Alessandro D’Alessandro (18 giugno 2021)Ecco qui il menú della puntata dello Zibaldone di questa settimana dove abbiamo ripreso il nostro viaggio alla scoperta di che canzone d’autore si fa oggi in Italia:
– Olden torna con un nuovo disco, Cuore Nero. Prodotto da Flavio Ferri (Delta V) e con la partecipazione di Ulrich Sandner, come i precedenti Prima che sia tardi (2020) e A60 (2018), il cantautore umbro, trapiantato da anni a Barcellona, continua il suo percorso alla ricerca di uno stile molto personale di canzone d’autore. Un album molto rock e piuttosto oscuro, come ci spiega Davide Sellari, in arte Olden. Un disc...
2021-06-192h 00
Podcast de LIBERTONIALibertonia jazz 04 05 2021SAMANTHA FISH, PAUL OSCHER, ANDY FERNBACH, TAMPA RED. RITA PAYES Y ELISABETH ROMA, ELIANE ELIAS, DANIELE SEPE, DAVID GRISMAN, LOU BENNETT, SONNY SIMMONS, MANOLO VALLS, DAVID PASTOR, MOISES SANCHEZ, LISA HILTON, ARTURO BALLESTEROS
2021-05-041h 55
Podcast – YslaMacYslamac #60 Nuestros tesoros tecnológicos
Estamos de vuelta un mes más con historias y frikadas para vosotros. En este episodio hablamos de los tesoros tecnológicos que usamos y que son imprescindibles para nuestro día a día. Escucha que estás en tu casa.
Report de los náufragos
Lorenzo como es normal nos sorprende con una disertación sobre el cambio climático extremo, para ello hace referencia al colapso, en parte, de estado de Texas en EEUU a raíz de sufrir las temperaturas bajo cero más extremas que jamás han tenido. Si las infraestruc...
2021-03-311h 26YslaMacYslamac #60 Nuestros tesoros tecnológicosEstamos de vuelta un mes más con historias y frikadas para vosotros. En este episodio hablamos de los tesoros tecnológicos que usamos y que son imprescindibles para nuestro día a día. Escucha que estás en tu casa.
Report de los náufragos
Lorenzo como es normal nos sorprende con una disertación sobre el cambio climático extremo, para ello hace referencia al colapso, en parte, de estado de Texas en EEUU a raíz de sufrir las temperaturas bajo cero más extremas que jamás han tenido. Si las infraestruc...
2021-03-311h 26
Generación RandomGeneración Random 4x01 - Más random que nuncaComenzamos el año con una nueva temporada.
Esta vez vamos totalmente en serio, hemos apostado fuerte. Fili se ha dejado el trabajo para dedicarse en exclusiva al programa, Fdez nos ha prestado treinta mil euros para poner en marcha esta nueva y mejorada versión de Generación Random y Dimoni ha hecho un cursillo de guion para radio del SEPE.
Abrahán y el Rey pasan a ser colaboradores principales de pleno derecho, aportando la cantidad de 1000 euros mensuales cada uno para gastos de Generación Random, pero no se les permite el acceso al estudio de grabación por...
2021-01-1359 min
Sala de Projeção5 - A Corrente do Mal (It Follows) - O Olhar do OutroO episódio 5 do Sala de Projeção visita mais um filme de horror que subverte o gênero: “A Corrente do Mal” (It Follows), de 2014, escrito e dirigido por David Robert Mitchell. Filme independente, sucesso de crítica, rapidamente adquiriu status de cult. Muito mais que um simples “slasher movie”, a obra tem ganhado adeptos até hoje, pela bela reconstituição da memória de uma época não muito distante, pela atmosfera sinistra, e pela forma autêntica que retrata a adolescência. Acompanhe a nossa discussão sobre morte, culpa, ritos de passagem, voyeurismo, identidade, o desfamiliar, a sensaçã...
2020-12-291h 03
Perspectiva SindicalistaP.S. nº 192: EL S.E.P.E. ENTRE LA INCOMPETENCIA Y EL COLAPSO; EFECTOS COLATERALES DE LA CRISIS; LILÍ ÁLVAREZ; 20-XI-2020Perspectiva Sindicalista nº 192: EL S.E.P.E. ENTRE LA INCOMPETENCIA Y EL COLAPSO; EFECTOS COLATERALES DE LA CRISIS; LILÍ ÁLVAREZ, LA PIONERA DEL DEPORTE FEMENINO; 20-XI-2020
Analizamos en la primera parte del programa algunos efectos colaterales de la crisis (abandono escolar, "ninis", etc.) y el pésimo funcionamiento del SEPE, que oscila entre la incompetencia y el colapso.
En la segunda parte del programa nº 192 de "Perspectiva Sindicalista", dedicada a consejos y temas jurídicos laborales, se trata sobre los efectos del retraso en resolver del FOGASA.
En la tercera parte del programa nº 192 de "Perspectiva Sindicalista", dedicada a temas c...
2020-11-2055 min
El Millor d'El Matí i la Mare que el Va ParirEl matí i la mare que el va parir (millors moments 7)01x07 Aquesta setmana hem trucat al Sepe, hem parlat dels vagons silenciosos dels ferrocarrils amb en Harrison Sord, Koeman i els seus problemes de memòria, les llums de Nadal de Madrid, la visita del professor Sala-i-Martin o el repàs a dos històrics de l'humor: David Guapo i Chiquito de la Calzada.
2020-11-1327 min
Encomienda NewsEN0x52 Resumen actualidad Villarejo semana 2-Nov 2020En un nuevo podcast de Encomienda News te contamos todas las noticias más importantes de Villarejo y su comarca, en toda la semana, desde el 2 de noviembre de 2020. Los locutores David FM y José Julián repasarán todos los titulares y comentarán los asuntos de más importancia.COVID19 •Villarejo seguirá confinado hasta el 22 de noviembre de 2020 o Junto con otras localidades y zonas de salud, hasta el 12,5% de la población de Madrid. o Son las restricciones conocidas, entrada salida sólo para casos justificados, restricciones en aforos, lugares de culto, velatorios...
2020-11-0811 minEncomienda NewsEl desempleo en Villarejo se incrementa un 14% desde 2019Te hacemos el análisis y te explicamos la situación laboral que los últimos datos oficiales dan para Villarejo.A cierre de julio 2020, el SEPE registraba una cifra para nuestro municipio de 654 personas desempleadas, 82 más que en diciembre de 2019 (+14%)La tasa de paro actual en Villarejo es del 13,23%. En 2006 en Villarejo había un 3,75% de la población activa en paro, el mínimo de la serie histórica. El máximo se alcanzó en febrero de 2013, con el 17,45% y 877 personas desempleadas.La tasa de altas en la Seguridad Social local es del 43,97...
2020-08-3015 min
Perspectiva SindicalistaP.S. nº 158: EL EMPLEO SE DESPLOMA; LOS JÓVENES Y EL CAMPO SIN FUTURO; "LOS MISERABLES", DE VÍCTOR HUGO; 7-II-2020Analizamos en la primera parte del programa los nuevos -y pésimos- datos de empleo registrado en el SEPE, la falta de trabajo para los jóvenes y las "soluciones" del Gobierno para los agricultores y ganaderos.
En la segunda parte del programa nº 158 de "Perspectiva Sindicalista", dedicada a consejos y temas jurídicos laborales, se trata sobre si de la costumbre de dejar escoger al trabajador sus vacaciones se convierte en un derecho o no.
En la tercera parte del programa nº 158 de "Perspectiva Sindicalista", dedicada a temas culturales, se trata sobre la novela "Los miserables", de Víctor Hugo.
...
2020-02-0755 min
Careful 4 SpoilersEp54: It Follows (2015)On this episode Mia and I talk about the one of the best modern horror films of the last 5 years, "It Follows" (2015)SynopsisA young woman is followed by an unknown supernatural force after a sexual encounter.TaglineIt doesn't think. It doesn't feel. It doesn't give up.Directed by: David Robert Mitchell Written by: David Robert Mitchell Stars: Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili SepeRotten Tomatoes: 96% Critic 66% AudienceProduction Budget: $2 MillionWorldwide Total: $14.6 MillionFollow Careful 4 Spoilers on Patreon - patreon...
2019-09-2353 min
Mondo JazzMondo Jazz Ep. 53: Frank Zappa's Jazz AlluresFrank Zappa may have said "jazz is not dead, it just smells funny" but looking at his life and music one does not get the impression that he really believed that jazz was decomposing or dying a slow death.
This week we revel in the beauty of the jazzier side of Zappa's vast repertoire checking out not only some of his recordings but also how the jazz world has embraced his genius.
The playlist includes music by Frank Zappa, Colin Towns, The NDR Bigband, Ed Palermo, Mike Mainieri, Joe Lovano, Stefano Bollani, Daniele Sepe, Woody Herman, Le Bocal, Riccardo Fassi...
2018-12-161h 56
Mondo JazzFrank Zappa's Jazz AlluresFrank Zappa may have said "jazz is not dead, it just smells funny" but looking at his life and music one does not get the impression that he really believed that jazz was decomposing or dying a slow death. This week we revel in the beauty of the jazzier side of Zappa's vast repertoire checking out not only some of his recordings but also how the jazz world has embraced his genius. The playlist includes music by Frank Zappa, Colin Towns, The NDR Bigband, Ed Palermo, Mike Mainieri, Joe Lovano, Stefano Bollani, Daniele Sepe, Woody Herman, Le Bocal, Riccardo...
2018-12-161h 57
Perspectiva SindicalistaP.S. nº 103: PENSIONES CUESTIONADAS; CHANCHULLOS PARA TRABAJAR EN CORREOS; DISCRIMINACIÓN; PANCHO COSSÍO; 28-IX-2018Analizamos en la primera parte del programa el acuerdo del Pacto de Toledo para actualizar las pensiones según el IPC, pero sin prever cómo adecuar los ingresos o los gastos para hacerlo posible.
Además tratamos sobre los chanchullos para poder trabajar en Correos, la denuncia de Toni Cantó sobre la discriminación laboral por motivos lingüísticos, la pérdida de personal del SEPE (antiguo INEM) de 1.200 empleados y los datos sobre el gasto de las empresas en horas extra (3.113 millones de euros) que permitirían dar trabajo a más de 100.000 personas.
En la segunda parte del progra...
2018-09-2855 min
Perspectiva SindicalistaP.S. nº 86: SUBE EL PARO Y EL FRAUDE LABORAL; EL GOBIERNO QUIERE TRAER MÁS INMIGRANTES; EXIGENCIAS DEL F.M.I; 27-IV-2018Analizamos en la primera parte del programa la subida del paro en España y el trabajo ilegal en sectores como el de la hostelería mientras hay cada vez menos inspectores de trabajo y el personal del SEPE no da abasto para gestionar los demandantes de empleo.
También comentamos la petición del Economista Jefe del FMI a España de que aumente la edad de jubilación más allá de los 67 años y la apuesta del Gobierno por combatir el problema demográfico incrementando la inmigración de africanos hacia España.
En la segunda parte del pr...
2018-04-2755 min
Zach on FilmIt FollowsIf you have sex, you're gonna die. Or get something... that's what It Follows is about, right?
Show your thanks to Major Spoilers for this episode by becoming a Major Spoilers Patron at http://patreon.com/MajorSpoilers. It will help ensure Zach on Film continues far into the future!
IT FOLLOWS
It Follows is a 2014 American supernatural psychological horror film written and directed by David Robert Mitchell. It stars Maika Monroe, Keir Gilchrist, Daniel Zovatto, Jake Weary, Olivia Luccardi, and Lili Sepe.The plot follows a teenage girl, Jay, who is pursued by a s...
2017-10-2000 min
Perspectiva SindicalistaP.S. nº 42: EL F.M.I. EXIGE OTRA REFORMA LABORAL; SE HUNDE EL SECTOR LÁCTEO; EL SEPE NO FUNCIONA; 21-IV-2017Analizamos en la primera parte del programa las exigencias del Fondo Monetario Internacional de que España haga una nueva reforma laboral.
También tratamos el hundimiento del sector lácteo en España y la inutilidad de las políticas en materia de desempleo en general y del SEPE (antiguo INEM) en particular.
En la segunda parte, dedicada a temas jurídicos laborales, se trata sobre una reciente sentencia del Tribunal Supremo que establece que la indemnización para los trabajadores indefinidos de las administraciones que ven extinguido su contrato por ser cubierto con plaza definitiva, que debe ser la del...
2017-04-2147 min
Making It With Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David PicciutoEpisode 091: Getting the help you need.This week Jimmy Diresta, Bob Clagett and David Picciuto talk about when to get help with your work. What We’re Working On Jimmy Diresta – Maker Faire NY David Picciuto – Acrylic clocks Bob Clagett – Custom car horn for any car Links: Ability3d.com What we’re watching: David’s Pick of the Week: Katz-Moses Woodworking Bob’s Pick of the Week: 3d Printing Nerd Jimmy’s Pick of the Week: Barnacules Nerdgasm Special thanks to all of our patrons on Patreon for supporting this episode! Especially: Make Build Modify Luis Dan Krupnik Corey Creehan Thomas Parson Jared Shaw Afaque Amanulla...
2016-10-0749 min
Second UnitSecond Unit #193 – It FollowsDer Sommer ist da! Beste Gelegenheit also, um an einem dunklen Abend den düsteren It Follows (Amazon-Link*) zu gucken! Im Gespräch mit Florian Priemel gruseln wir uns aber weniger, sondern lobpreisen den Sound und Soundtrack!
Sämtliche Grippen und Zahn-Operationen meinerseits sind endlich überstanden, sodass wir hier in der Second Unit wieder mit dem regulären Programm durchstarten können. Entschuldigt diese kleine Zwangspause in den letzten Wochen.
Zu Beginn empfehlen wir den Film ganz spoilerfrei (SCHAUT IHN EUCH AN!!111EINSELF), aber erst mit Spoilern macht die Arbeit so richtig Spaß! Seid gewarnt!
2016-06-231h 50
Travis Bickle On The RivieraFull of Milk & Beer & Chicken.On this episode, Sean and Tucker saunter down to the watering hole.
0:00:00 - 0:25:42 - Tucker and Sean saw Furious 7 (2015), directed by James Wan, starring Paul Walker, Vin Diesel, The Rock, Jason Statham, Tony Jaa, Michelle Rodriguez, Jordana Brewster, Kurt Russell, Tyrese Gibson, Ludacris, Nathalie Emmanuel, Lucas Black, Ronda Rousey, and Djimon Honsou.
Also discussed in this section: Marilyn Manson, John Wick, the GoPro footage of the stunts, Richard Brody's review, Watchmen, Road Warrior, Skin Game, Universal Solider, The Marine, Hunger Games, Lego Movie, Terminator 5, The Avengers, Guardians of the Galaxy, The Transporter Refueled, Brick Mansions, The Incred...
2015-04-1450 min