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Louisiana ConsideredFamilies scramble to fill summer food assistance gap; NOLA artist documents changing coastlineThere’s a lot of uncertainty around whether a popular food assistance program will serve Louisiana families this summer. Gov. Jeff Landry rejected $71 million in federal aid earlier this year to help feed children when schools are closed.
Khalil Gillon, a reporter at Verite News, has been covering the fallout from Landry’s decision to decline federal funding and shares the latest.
The Gulf South is getting hundreds of millions of dollars from settlements with some of the nation’s largest opioid manufacturers and distributors. It’s part of a plan to help mitigate damage caused by...
2024-04-2224 min
The State of TodayEpisode 2 | Second Trump Impeachment, Republican Rift? (Feat. Brian McFadden)Welcome back to the show! In this episode, we discuss the unprecedented second impeachment of President Donald Trump and whether this will destroy the Republican Party as we know it, with top names such as Mitch McConnell and Liz Cheney reportedly in favor of impeaching and convicting Trump for inciting the Insurrection of Jan. 6.
Furthermore, we discuss what really compelled Pelosi and the Democrats to even send the articles in the first place.
Featuring Brian McFadden of the Pigskins and Politics Podcast
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2021-01-1528 minThe State of TodayEpisode 1 | Insurrection, Georgia, and What Needs To Happen (Feat. Kristoffer Bonilla and Natanael Trinidad)Happy New Year! The Season 2 premiere of the State of Today just happened to be a big one. Many things happened this week that maybe shouldn’t have, at least for the sake of our democracy.
In this episode, we discuss the Insurrection of January 6, the Georgia Senate Elections, and what the Republicans could do to rebrand themselves for a life after Trump. Furthermore, we also discuss what Biden and his administration must do to maintain public support.
Featuring Kristoffer Bonilla and Natanael Trinidad
About the Insurrection: https://www.pbs.org/newshour/extra/da...
2021-01-081h 22The State of TodaySeason 2 TrailerThe time has come. The State of Today is finally back! Season 2, January 8th, 2021. What a nice year, I hope. Tune in every Friday to hear the top political news, discussions about them, and why it matters for us as Americans.
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2021-01-0500 minThe State of TodayCoup d'EtatIn this episode, we talk about Trump's antics and how his team are increasingly trying to subvert democracy and the political process.
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2020-11-2200 minThe State of TodayJoe Biden will be the Next PresidentIn this shorter episode, we of course discuss the 2020 Presidential Election and Joe Biden's victory. We also discuss what this means for us as a nation and the upcoming struggles we will face in the next few months.
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2020-11-0700 minThe State of TodayElection WeekIn this episode, we take a look at the absolutely crazy election "day" and what this aftermath means for us as a nation. We also discuss these protests that are happening all over the nation regarding vote counting and this "Sharpie-Gate". At 3:31 a.m., Biden has taken the lead in Georgia which overwhelmingly puts the election in Biden's favor. Many results will possibly change later after this episode is released.
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2020-11-0600 minThe State of TodayThe Most Consequential Election (History in the Making)In this episode, we talk about the upcoming election we've all been waiting for and the aftermath we may endure depending on who wins the election.
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2020-10-3100 minThe State of TodayThe Final DebateIn this episode, we discuss the final presidential debate in the most important presidential election in modern history and what we could do as a nation to take part in this civil process.
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2020-10-2400 minThe State of TodayTownhalls GaloreIn this episode, we discuss the townhalls by President Trump and Joe Biden. We fact-check the claims made in both programs and what their positions means for our nation in this critical year for American politics.
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2020-10-1700 minThe State of TodayTrump Has COVID-19 - SPECIAL REPORTIn this first BREAKING NEWS episode of the State of Today, we talk about how President Trump and the First Lady Melania Trump have contracted the COVID-19 Virus.
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2020-10-0200 minThe State of TodayFirst Presidential Debate (with Natanael Trinidad)In this episode, I invite Natanael Trinidad back to the show to discuss the very crazy rollercoaster of the first Presidential debate Tuesday night. We discuss the facts, lies, and what this all means for us and the state of today.
Show Notes:
0:00 - Sponsors and Intro
2:05 - Debate Thoughts/Fact Checks
21:05 - Who Won?
32:40 - State of the Polls
39:30 - Final Message
51:03 - Outro
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2020-09-3053 minThe State of TodayWar for The Supreme CourtIn this episode, we discuss the aftermath caused by the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We also discuss the upcoming senate fight, the nomination and confirmation process, and what this all means for us as a nation.
Show Notes:
Supreme Court Confirmation Explained - 2:30
Democratic Response - 10:36
The State of the Polls - 13:37
Final Message & Outro - 14:87
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2020-09-2319 minThe State of TodayNotorious R.B.G. (with Natanael Trinidad)In this episode, we discuss Ruth Bader Ginsburg's passing and her legacy and what her passing means for our nation. Thank you for joining us for the podcast. Rest in Peace Ruth Bader Ginsburg (March 15, 1933- September 18, 2020).
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2020-09-1924 minThe State of TodayInmate Firefighters (with Tamia Southall)In this episode, we will discuss the current California wildfires that have burned an area the size of the state of Connecticut. However, people are not speaking about the inmate firefighters that are risking their lives everyday to fight the wildfires. Most of them get paid little to none to do this risky job. We will discuss these issues and what you could do to help. Tamia Southall joins me for this episode to discuss the issues that face inmate communities, especially inmate labor, specifically inmate firefighters. This was also the first LIVE episode of the State of Today...
2020-09-1728 minThe State of TodayTrump's Town HallIn this episode, we discuss Trump's 20/20 Town Hall. We discuss the topics that were talked about during the program namely Trump's military comments, the police and the unrest, and even his campaign slogan. Be sure to send in a voice message if you would like to share your opinion on the next show or if you simply have a question for me. Thank you for listening and I will see you all tomorrow!
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2020-09-1625 minThe State of Today"I Don't Think Science Knows, Actually"Daily episodes are now here! Thank you for joining the State of Today for another episode. I hope you all enjoy all of the changes being implemented. Be sure to support this podcast by sending in your very own voice message! I will read the voice messages every episode. It could be anything from comments to questions about my views on a topic. I hope you enjoy the episode!
In this episode of the State of Today, we discussed Trump's indoor rally in Henderson, Nevada; the California and Oregon wildfires and what the President thinks of them...
2020-09-1523 minThe State of TodayJacob Blake and KenoshaWelcome back to the State of Today! In this episode, we discuss the shooting of Jacob Blake and the protests that followed in Kenosha, Wisconsin and many other cities across the United States.
*In one of the instances, I mistakenly said Jacob Brooks instead of Jacob Blake.
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2020-08-3032 minThe State of TodayDNC And DeJoyWelcome back to the State of Today. In this episode, we discussed the final night of the Democratic National Convention along with Louis DeJoy's USPS antics. I hope you enjoy the episode!
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2020-08-2122 minThe State of TodayThe Saga of KamalaThe State of Today is back! In this episode, we will look into the bombshell news of Kamala Harris, along with this "Impending Blue Wave", and my Election 2020 predictions. You can now send your very own voice message to The State of Today! It can be a question for me about my opinion on a topic or about the last episode, or even your opinion on a topic from last episode, the current episode, or the podcast as a whole. Next Tuesday, we will brave the very fun topic of the Post Office. I hope you enjoy the episode...
2020-08-1431 minThe State of TodayThe Fourth of JulyThis Fourth of July Weekend has presented us with a plethora of breaking news across the nation. Join me as we discuss the latest stories including the Frederick Douglass statue, Mount Rushmore and Stone Mountain protests, Trump’s speech, and Kanye West’s 2020 presidential bid. Be sure to support the podcast if you enjoyed anything, be it a donation, subscription, share, and/or like
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2020-07-0735 minThe State of Today"Southern Pride" - Then and Now (With Natanael Trinidad)In this episode, Natanael and I discuss the history of Southern Pride and how it is still very prevalent in today's society. We go into the specifics of how today's racial issues have been catalyzed by the reemergence of Southern Pride. Furthermore, we discuss how Southern Pride and it's flag and statues aren't as innocent as many claim it to be.
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2020-07-0459 min