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The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 22, 2025 EpisodeDonald Trump is the master of distraction. Bombing Iran's nuclear infrastructure is the 47th President's latest effort to cover up a stagnant economy, a terrible budget bill, and a parade flop. Join me and Val Atkinson as we discuss Trump's attempt to change the subject.
2025-06-221h 05The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 8, 2025 EpisodeThe Deal is back with a new look and feel. Help us christen our new downtown Raleigh studio. The show sounds and looks better. We get you caught up on the feud between Musk and Trump, problems at FEMA, and the National Guard being deployed in LA. Of Course, we can forget the Big Stupid Budget Bill. All of those things and anything else we can squeeze into an hour. Don't forget to tell everyone you know to subscribe to THE DEAL!
2025-06-091h 07The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 7, 2025 EpisodeTrump said that if Harris were elected president, we would see a stock market crash. He was only half right. He meant to say that there would be a crash if he were elected. Join me, Val Atkinson, as we discuss the mess Trump has made of the economy with his tariff policy. Plus, we look at the latest on deportations, the attempt to steal a seat on the NC Supreme Court, and the complete collapse of the Duke basketball team in the Final Four. We also managed to talk about a lot more. Don't forget to let your...
2025-04-081h 00The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 29, 2025 EpisodeWe're back! I chop it with Val Atkinson as we talk about the latest news you need to know about. We've got you covered, from the tariffs to the tanking stock market and enemies the Trump administration is making in Canada and Greenland. Hear commentary that you won't get anywhere else. We also look into Trump's latest executive order threatening to end funding for the National Museum of African American History, wrongfully deported immigrants sent to El Salvador, and the lack of help going to Trump supporters in West Virginia. Oh, and we can't forget about Signal-gate—all that an...
2025-03-291h 00The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 22, 2025 EpisodeAnother week of the Musk administration, I mean the Trump administration, is over. We only got the dismantling of the Department of Education, Elon Musk's being allowed to get into the Pentagon without a clearance, the deportation of people who likely should not have been removed from the country, and the whitewashing of Jackie Ribinson's legacy. Is that enough? Join us as we talk about all those things and much more.
2025-03-2357 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 9, 2025I'm in Tanzania, but the news doesn't stop. Join me, along with Professor Val Atkinson, as we try to make sense of what's going on in American politics. Texas Representative Al Green called Trump out during the Presidential address to Congress. Was Rep Green right to do so? Plus, we talk about Social Security and a whole lot more.
2025-03-1023 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 16, 2025 - Trump RampageJoin us as we catch up on all the news, especially about Elon Musk and Donald Trump wreaking havoc on the federal government. As thousands of employees are fired without regard to whether they are needed, what happens to critical services like disaster relief and overseeing our nuclear weapon stockpile? Plus, we take a look at US foreign policy that will ensure Russia wins in Ukraine, and the Palestinian ambition to have their own state seems further away than ever. All of that and much more on this week's episode of The Deal.
2025-02-171h 06The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - The Trump is Back Episode - January 21, 2025Was this the weirdest inauguration ever? I think so. Donald Trump occupies the White House and immediately issues a slew of executive orders that don't help Americans. What happens next? Instead of sitting around, we try to figure out what the next four years will be like and how we make the best of a bad situation. Join Val Atkinson and me for a special episode of The Deal.
2025-01-221h 05The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 11, 2025 - Carter Funeral, Trump against the world and the weatherJoin us for another information-packed episode as we try to catch you up on the latest news. As we celebrate President Carter's life, we have to watch the next President and convicted felon, Donald Trump, propose taking over the North American continent and make meaningless gestures like renaming the Gulf of Mexico. Plus, we look at some significant actions by the Supreme Court on possibly banning TikTok and ending preventative care under the Affordable Care Act. Buckle up for an animated discussion you can't get on any other platform.
2025-01-111h 11The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - December 31, 2024 EpisodeJoin us as we try to make sense of 2024. The Republicans are in disarray; people are in the FAFO phase; Speaker Johnson is fighting for his job; there is still chaos in countries around the world and the worst part of it all... Donald Trump is going to be president again. Who would have thought the American people could fall for Trump's lies one more time? Now, we must deal with Elon Musk on top of everything else. Val Atkinson joins me as we try to prepare ourselves for what promises to be a crazy 2025 and beyond.
2025-01-011h 14The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - November 24, 2024 EpisodeDonald Trump is filling out his cabinet, and it is as crazy as you would expect. Accused pedophiles, sexual assaulters, and bear killers aren't too crazy to nominate. But how many will make it through Senate confirmation. Who knows? Join us as we talk cabinet nominations, Byron Donalds being snubbed, Trump trying to avoid FBI background checks, Israel, Ukraine, and transgender bathroom bans are all on the table.
2024-11-241h 07The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - November 16, 2024Well, we have a lot to talk about. As Donald Trump starts to announce his cabinet choices, it should be clear he didn't change anything from the last go round. If anything, the President-elect is even more committed to breaking things. Matt Gaetz and RFK, Jr. are the only two things you must worry about. There already seems to be some voter's remorse over giving Trump a second chance to ruin the economy and live out his fever dream of being a dictator. At the same time, there is a lot to worry about. We have to be ready...
2024-11-161h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - November 2, 2024 EpisodeThere are only three days left until election day. Most people are expressing anxiety over who will win. Join us this week as we take a deep dive into what is happening in the final stretch of this divisive and historic campaign. Can Kamala Harris win in battleground states like North Carolina and Georgia? We also dove deep into Trump's fascist and violent rhetoric against Liz Cheney, his Nazi-style rally, along with news from Gaza and Ukraine.
2024-11-021h 12The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - October 20, 2024 EpisodeWe are just two weeks away from the general election, and early voting has started. We take a deep dive into the latest on the Trump and Harris campaigns. Will black male voters make a difference, or the ongoing troubles in Gaza. We also talk about Hurricane Recovery, Diddy, and the other crazy person, not named Mark Robinson, running for an important position in North Carolina. All that and much more on The Deal.
2024-10-201h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - September 21, 2024North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson is in hot water and apparently on Nude Africa. Can the Democrats take advantage of the troubles of Trump-loving Robinson? We also look at the continued troubles for the immigrant communities in Springfield, Ohio, and Aurora, Colorado. Plus, there are troubles in the Middle East, Representative Jasmine Crokett's latest takedown of the GOP, and much more.
2024-09-2159 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - September 15, 2024 EpisodeWell, it has happened again. Another attempt at the assassination of Donald Trump. We try to make sense of that and look back at the debate. Plus, we cover crazy Trump conspiracies like Haitians eating pets. You can't make this stuff up. We also look at some international news from Gaza and Ukraine. All that and much more on this week's episode of The Deal.
2024-09-161h 06The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 30, 2024 EpisodeThe media called for Kamala Harris to do an interview. She's done it now, and while it wasn't earth-shattering newsmaking, it was a clear and competent performance. Join Val Atkinson and me as we take a deep dive into the interview, review the latest polling data, and discuss Trump 360 on the six-week abortion ban. Plus, we talk about health concerns over the West Nile virus, the pending drop in interest rates, and the campaign for the White House—all that and much more, on this week's episode of The Deal.
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The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 18, 2024The Presidential election is heating up and we give you our latest take on the state of the race. We also take a deep dive on some international news, like the likely collapse of any deal to end the conflict in Gaza and Ukraine's incursion into Russia. Our big topic this week is how Trump plans to win the election without worrying about counting votes, and how the 12th Amendment plays a role. We end the program talking North Carolina gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson and his problem with women voters over the abortion issue. Subscriber so you never have...
2024-08-191h 09The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 11, 2024 EpisodeJoin us for another information-packed show. We discuss the impact and legacy of Shirley Chisolm's historic presidential run in 1972 and what it says about how far we have come as we look at VP Harris' campaign. Of course, we can't go a week without talking about the craziness of the Trump/Vance campaign. We also talked about Joe Biden's sitdown with CBS and why he handed the nomination to Harris. We also talk a dive into NC gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson's flip-flop on abortion and question about the daycare he ran with his wife. Of course, we have to...
2024-08-121h 37The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 3, 2024 EpisodeYou have to join us for this week's episode. Donald Trump made a fool of himself at the National Association of Black Journalists convention. We break down the fallout from Trump's disastrous appearance and look ahead to the presidential campaign. Plus, we talk about the VP sweepstakes for the Democrats, Biden's plan to reform the Supreme Court, the US/Russian prisoner exchange, and the North Carolina Governor's race. All of that and anything else we can squeeze in on this week's edition of The Deal.
2024-08-031h 11The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - July 26, 2024Join us for this week's edition of The Deal. We take a deep dive into Kamala Harris' rise to the top of the Democratic Party's ticket after the sudden withdrawal of President Joe Biden. Fresh from endorsements from the Clintons, Obamas, and all of the Democratic Party leadership, VP Harris is taking to fight directly against Donald Trump. At the same time, the Republicans have stooped low with digs at Harris' race and gender. This presidential campaign promises to be nothing like any we have ever had in the history of America. Remember to subscribe so you will get...
2024-07-271h 11The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - July 21, 2024 EpisodeWe can't go through one week without monumental news, so we are returning to bring you our take on the latest happenings from around the country. The Republicans threw a party, and not a lot of people seemed to care. The Republican convention's most significant news was Donald Trump's pick of JD Vance as his running mate. WTH! I don't get it from a political standpoint, but a lot of tech money may come with Vance on the ticket. Plus, we talk about how Tim Scott continues to make a fool of himself, the latest news on Trump's would-be...
2024-07-211h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - July 14, 2024 EpisodeUnless you have been under a rock, you know there was an assassination attempt on Donald Trump. Join us as we discuss what happened, how it happened, and what happens next. Plus, we preview the Republican National Convention and follow up on the calls for Joe Biden to step aside.
2024-07-211h 09The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 29, 2024 EpisodeDid you watch the presidential debate? If you are a Democrat, you probably think it was the end of Joe Biden's campaign. But I see it differently. Join Val Atkinson and me as we do our post-mortem and tell you what you really should have been paying attention to. Plus, we take a deep dive into the latest Supreme Court decisions and talk about the real chances for Joe Biden to win in a place like North Carolina. Please share with all your friends. The election could determine whether the Right takes over for the next few decades, and...
2024-06-291h 13The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 22, 2024 EpisodeJoin Val Atkinson and me as we catch up on the most significant international and national news stories. Whether it is Putin in North Korea, the latest in the Middle East, or the big decisions being made by the US Supreme Court, we have got you covered. Plus, we talk about MLB recognizing the Negro Leagues, the passing of Willie Mays, and the release of Val's new book, “DISTRACTIONS” DISTORTIONS, DECEPTIONS, and Outright LIES: “Diversions that keep the South Red, Poor People Poor, and Plutocrats & Oligarchs in Power.” Val's book is available on Amazon—all of that and much more, this...
2024-06-221h 05The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 28, 2024 EpisodeThe Supreme Court took up absolute immunity and whether or not emergency room doctors could be barred from giving life-saving reproductive services. The outcome of both cases is sure not to please everyone. Join Val and me as we dive into the Supreme Court, Trump on trial, protest on college campuses against Isreal, Biden on the attack, and returning the Heisman Trophy to Reggie Bush. All that and more is in another information-packed edition of The Deal.
2024-04-291h 11The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 14, 2024 EpisodeIran launches retaliatory strikes against Israel, but is it over? In this week's episode, Val and I try to make sense of the endless violence that grips the Middle East. Plus, we talk about the latest legal troubles for Donald Trump, the continued assault on democracy by MAGA. NC gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinison's past money troubles, OJ Simpson's legacy, Catlin Clark's legacy, and much more.
2024-04-151h 13The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 31, 2024 EpisodeHappy Easter!!! Join us for another information-packed episode. We dig into the importance of replacing infrastructure as we discuss the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. The Right wasted no time blaming the black mayor of Baltimore, immigrants, DEI, and any crazy conspiracy instead of the failure of the ship's stirring for the tragedy. Plus, the NC and SC legislatures rush to pass laws against DEI in public institutions. We can't leave out Donald Trump and his hawking bibles just in time for Easter, his court problems, and his apparent inability to raise money to cover his board in NY...
2024-03-311h 12The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 22, 2024 EpisodeJoin us for this week's episode as we discuss the latest news on the trials of Donald Trump. Does Trump have the money to pay the judgment in NY? What about the Republicans with another House member resigning? Now, there is just a one-seat majority. What about the mass killings in Moscow and unrest in Gaza and Haiti? We cover all that, plus March Madness and anything else we can fit into this information-packed episode.
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The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - Special March 13, 2024 EpisodeThe Fulton County Judge in the Trump RICO case just stabbed the American people in the back. That's fitting for the day. Ask Julius Ceasar how it feels to be double-crossed. Join me, along with retired political science professor Val Atkinson, as we get you caught up on the latest from GA, the State of the Union, Immigration, and the proposed ban of TikTok. Plus, we go in-depth on the whacky NC gubernatorial candidate Mark Robinson—all that and much more in this special edition of The Deal.
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The Daily LeaderWhat Can Hospitality Teach Us About Leadership? – Vincent ClarkIn this episode of The Daily Leader, Brad & Taylor interview Vincent Clark, the Founder and Designated Broker of Vincent Clark Real Estate. Vincent shares his story and reflections on leading across restaurants, real estate, commercial landscaping, consulting, philanthropy and churches. Vincent's wealth of experience, especially in hospitality, have given him a unique perspective on leadership oriented towards serving others--employees and clients alike.
Vincent has been deeply involved in the Phoenix, AZ business community for over 15 years serving in Real Estate Development and Investment, Commercial Landscape Management, Restaurant Ownership and Consulting. Vincent holds a B.S...
2024-02-201h 01The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 19, 2024 EpisodeWe are here on a Monday. Join us to discuss the explosive testimony in the Fani Willis disqualification hearings. Trump's mass defeat in a NewYork court that will all but kill Trump Inc. Olus, the upcoming SC primary, the phony Biden impeachment hitting a snag, a Gaza update, and Putin killing his opponent while Trump sells ugly sneakers. You can make all this stuff up.
2024-02-201h 12The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 2, 2024 EpisodeJoin us as we talk about Nikki Haley and her latest attempt to ignore American Racism. This time, Haley went on the most popular black radio show, Charlemagne, to talk about her belief that America is not a racist country. We also looked at the movie Origin and the book the film is based on Caste. Plus, a convoy headed to the southern border to do something they weren't asked to do. The Republican's obsession with Taylor Swift. The latest from the Middle East, and much more.
2024-02-031h 01The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 24, 2024 EpisodeJoin us for a special mid-week edition of The Deal. We get you caught up on all the latest news. Is Nikki Haley a real contender for the Republican Presidential nomination? Join me along with Val Atkinson as we discuss New Hampshire, Iowa, and the upcoming South Carolina Primaries. We also take a look at Trump's cognitive issues, the Middle East, and poor Tim Scott. All that and much more on this week's edition of the Deal.
2024-01-251h 04The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 7th 2024 EpisodeJoin us for the first episode of season five. Retired political science professor and author Val Atkinson joins me to discuss the third anniversary of 1/6, the looming Iowa Caucuses, the latest from the Supreme Court, the resignation of Harvard's first black and female president, and a whole lot more. 2024 is going to be an interesting year.
2024-01-081h 59The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - Season Finale 2023We just wrapped season four! Thanks to all of our supporters. We are looking forward to 2024. Join us as we discuss the top news stories of the year. Gaza, Dobbs, Gerrymnadering, the recession that wasn't, the unethical Justice Thomas, and many other stories. Val Atkinson joins me for the season four finale.
2023-12-231h 01The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - November 19, 2023 - Special Guest Kate GoodwinThe end of the year is fast approaching, and we still have plenty to talk about . Join me and Cherelle James (sitting in for Val Atkinson) as we get caught up on this week's news. Another short-term fix to avert a government shutdown, the Republicans still fighting each other, and George Santos finally getting what he deserves for lying every time he opens his mouth.
Plus, we are joined by childcare advocate and provider Kezia “Kate” Goodwin. Kate has a 34-year career in early childhood education, including as a pre-K teacher, director, and district manager with KinderCare Learning Centers, amon...
2023-11-201h 04The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - November 11, 2023 EpisodeWe are back again this week to catch up on the biggest stories impacting you and your family. But first, Happy Veterans Day to all of those who have served. We do a deep dive into what will happen in Congress to try and avert a government shutdown; Speaker Mike Johnson has little room for error and has the MAGA wing of the GOP forcing him to choose Trumpism over the people of America. Speaker Johnson also has a problem with an app on his phone that can track whether or not he or his son views porn. Plus...
2023-11-1259 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - November 5. 2023If you aren't paying attention, the Republicans may have made it impossible for Democrats to governor for a whole generation. Gerrymandering in North Carolina, electing Mike Johnson as speaker, and Donald Trump still being the front-runner in the race for the nomination should scare you to death. Join Val Atkinson and me as we catch you up on all the news from the week. Gaza is under siege, and the civilian death toll continues to go up, but we still don't have a budget. Folks, we have many problems, and not enough people are paying attention. Let's see if...
2023-11-0652 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - October 22, 2023We try to get you caught up on the war in the Middle East, the failure of the Republicans to elect a speaker, guilty pleas in Georgia's RICO case, more redistricting shenanigans in North Carolina, and President Biden's historic visit to Isreal. Come to the Deal to get a different take on the stories of the day. This ain't your typical corporate media. Join me along with Val Atkinson for another information-packed episode.
2023-10-231h 10The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - October 10, 2023 - Israel v. HamasGet up-to-the-minute news on what's happening in the latest armed conflict in Gaza and in the Israeli-occupied territories. Hamas was able to launch a brazen attack that has left scores dead, and Israeli Defense Forces promised to level Gaza. Is there a way forward? It sure doesn't look that way. We also try to figure out whether the Republicans can clean up the mess they have made in Congress after forcing the former Speaker, McCarthy, out of his position—all of that and much more on this week's episode of The Deal.
2023-10-101h 16The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - October 2, 2023 EpisodeJoin us as we discuss Congress' last-minute deal to avert a government shutdown. The Republicans prove they can't govern again, and we will be back again in 45 days. We also discuss the UAW strike, Republican debate, Ukraine aid, a guilty plea in the Georgia election conspiracy case, and we can't forget Trump wanting to execute General Mark Milley—all of that and much more. Val Atkinson is here with us to figure everything out.
2023-10-101h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - September 23, 2023 EpisodeWe are back from summer vacation and have a ton to talk about. The House and its crippled leader can't pass meaningful legislation and have us on the verge of another shutdown. Matt Gatez and the clown crew hold Speaker McCarthy by the family jewels, and we all stand to lose. We also talk about the dysfunction in the Senate with Tommy Tuberville, the new head of the Joint Chiefs, Trump's new legal troubles in NY, and Clarence Thomas' latest ethical problem. Plus, the auto workers strike, Tim Scott, Fox News, and much more.
2023-09-2459 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 26, 2023 EpisodeUnless you have been under a rock, you have seen Donald Trump's mugshot. We talk about Trump's latest legal troubles, the first Republican Presidential debate, and the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington for Jobs and Freedom. Plus, we talk about the Republicans still trying to change voting laws, this time in North Carolina. We also manage to squeeze in some coverage of the World Track and Field Championships and Rugby World Cup and the impact black athletes have on two of the most popular sports in the world.
2023-08-261h 04The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 14, 2023 - Ga. v Trump SpecialTrump gets indicted for the fourth time! Join me and Val Atkinson as we talk about the latest in the ongoing legal troubles of 45. We just wrapped up recording this special edition as the indictments were being handed down. Plus, we look into the Alabama boat dock incident, the Iowa State Fair political speeches, Hunter Biden, the Hawaii wildfires, and so much more.
2023-08-151h 07The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 5, 2023 EpisodeThree indictments and at least one more to go. Jack Smith lays out the case against Donald Trump. Join us as we discuss the case against the former president. With Mike Pence and Bill Barr joining the small chorus of Republicans willing to tell the truth that Donald Trump knows he lost, will it make a difference? We also talk about the pending indictment in Georgia. Taking a look back at the Ken Starr investigation of Bill Clinton, we examine the hypocrisy of the Republicans over the issue of weaponizing the Justice Department. Finally, we end with the Florida...
2023-08-112h 00The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - July 29, 2023 EpisodeCovid-19 isn't over, and yours truly was down for the count, but we are back. Join us for another information-packed episode. We give you the latest on Trump and his latest legal troubles. Then there is the effort from Florida to teach slaves benefited from slavery; the same week, President Biden authorized federal monuments to be erected to remind us of the horrible history of lynching - monuments dedicated to Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till Mobley. We look at the surprisingly good economic number, the incredible heatwave engulfing the world, and the crazy Republican presidential nomination fight...
2023-07-291h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 24, 2023 EpisodeWe have another information-packed episode for you. The US Supreme Court is issuing opinions fast and furious. We are watching what the Court has to say about Affirmative Action. A case featuring the University of North Carolina and Harvard may end affirmative action as we know it. We also talk about the Dobbs decision one year later. Plus, other cases like US v. Texas and Jones v. Hendrick. Plus, Trump seems to be in deeper trouble every day. Special Counsel Jack Smith continues to turn the screws. Chris Christie and many national Republicans have had it with Trump and...
2023-06-241h 04The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Del with Ed Clark - June 11, 2023 EpisodeHave you heard all the analysis of the Trump indictment you need to hear? No, you haven't. Join me and Val Atkinson as we dive deep into Trump's latest legal troubles. On this special Sunday edition of The Deal, we also look t the US Supreme Court's surprising 5-4 ruling against Albmas gerrymandered voting districts. Plus, some videos remind us that the civil rights struggle was not that long ago. We cover the assassination of Medgar Evers and the infamous day George Wallace stood in the schoolhouse door to block black enrollment at the University of Alabama just 60 years...
2023-06-121h 05The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 3, 2023 EpisodeJoin us for a new edition of The Deal. We have a full house. Joining me today are Val Atkinson and Cherelle James. We break down the agreement reached to raise the debt ceiling. Not only was a deal made, but President Biden outsmarted Speaker Kevin McCarthy. We also look at the Republican Presidental race, as more people jump in to take on Donald Trump. We also discuss the Republican war on everything. This time, it is Chick-fil-a, the least likely company to be accused of being "woke." But leave it to the right to find wrong. Plus, another...
2023-06-031h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed ClarkWe have so much to talk about this week, and we hope you take some time to join us. North Carolina is now smack in the middle of the abortion access debate. Governor Roy Cooper promises to veto the new 12-week abortion ban, but the Republicans have a supermajority and will likely overturn the veto. We also discuss why mental health reform is necessary, particularly in light of the killing of Jordan Neely on a New York City subway. There is also the looming crisis of debt fault, as there is still no agreement on raising the debt ceiling...
2023-05-131h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 29, 2023 EpisodeThe North Carolina Supreme Court just gave the middle finger to democracy, but are people even paying attention? Reversing three decisions that will no doubt provide the GOP with an unfair advantage for decades to come - join Cal Atkinson and me as we talk about the impact of those cases. We will discuss the passing of Harry Belafonte and his legacy. We lost the first black CPA in North Carolina and Michigan, Nathan Garrett, but he was more than that, and we will talk about his legacy as well. Unfortunately, we discuss NC Lt. Governor Mark Robinson's campaign...
2023-04-291h 06The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 24, 2023It's Monday, but we are here for a special edition of The Deal. Join us to discuss the surprise firing of Tucker Carlson and Fox News and Don Lemon at CNN. We look at Clarence Thomas' ethical troubles and his inability to tell the truth about being paid off by his billionaire buddy. Then there is more Supreme Court news with the attempt to ban a safe and FDA-approved drug for medical abortions. We also tackle the debt ceiling and Donald Trump's continued popularity, and we pay tribute to the 10th anniversary of the Moral Monday Movement—all of th...
2023-04-251h 04The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 8, 2023 EpisodeWe were going to take the weekend off for the Easter holiday, but the Tennessee General Assembly gave us an excellent excuse to do a show. Join Val Atkinson and me as we give you our take on the expulsion of Justin Jones and Justin Pearson from the House. We also talk about the new super-majority for the Republicans in North Carolina. Mississippi and its failure to solve the Jackson water crisis, despite receiving block grants that could help. Plus, Clarence Thomas and his newly revealed vacation buddy, Harlan Crow. A Texas judge is trying to make abortion policy...
2023-04-0959 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 1, 2023 EpisodeThe day has finally come, and someone has finally indicted Donald Trump. Join Cherelle James and me as we discuss Trump's legal troubles and his sycophants, like Lindsey Graham, who lose their minds. We also talk severe weather with Kweilyn Murphy from WTVD-11 in Raleigh, NC. Unfortunately, there is another school shooting to discuss, this time in Nashville, TN. We also cover the continued assault on The Affordable Care Act, with a Texas judge ruling preventative screens for cancer shouldn't be covered. Rounding out things is a discussion of the acrimony in the House of Representatives.
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2023-04-041h 00The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 26, 2023Yes, we have a new episode of The Deal this week! I was traveling out of town, but we had so much to talk about we had to do a show. So we did it today, Sunday, March 26, 2023.
Join Val and me as we discuss Trump and his latest antics. With indictment looming, the former President digs to the bottom of his base to incite violence. Whether it is his rally in Waco yesterday or posting threats to Alvin Bragg, there is no place too low to go for the former President. Plus, we talk about some black voters...
2023-04-041h 07The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 18, 2023 EpisodeI can only hope the reporting about Donald Trump finally being indicted are true. Catch this week's information-packed episode as we discuss 45 and the rest of the news you need to know. We also examine the NC Supreme Court and their review of state voting laws, a possible national pill ban of drugs used to end pregnancies, the Federal Reserve, and US Banking policy. Join men, along with Val Atkinson, as we cover all of that and much more.
2023-03-181h 05The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 11, 2023 EpisodeThere is so much news, but Val Atkinson is in with me to catch you up. We take a hard look at the murder of two black men in Mexico. The connection between the opioid crisis and the killing of Zindell Brown and Shaeed Woodard needs to be talked about, and we are doing it. Consider contributing to the GoFundMe for the victims at: https://www.gofundme.com/f/utpnw-Justice-for-Shaeed and https://www.gofundme.com/f/bringing-zindell-home
We also examine Fox News and their lies about the 2020 election and 1/6. Will Fox finally face the music? Even Senator M...
2023-03-111h 15The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - Special - Diversity and Inclusion - What you need to knowHave you ever heard the term DEI? Here is your chance to discover what it is with our special guest Brentley Wright. Brentley (he/him) is a business professional and certified Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion practitioner with a proven track record of success in multicultural business arenas. As the Business Development Executive in a technology-enabled consultancy, he is responsible for driving relationships and revenue and leading the DEI Navigator at The Diversity Movement (TDM). Cherelle James is also in the house to talk about Deon Sanders, student loan forgiveness, $35 insulin, and the origins of Covid. We have an information-packed...
2023-03-041h 01The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - President's Day Special - Feb 20, 2023It is our President's Day Special. Join Val Atkinson and me as we get caught up with the latest news, and talk about some of our recent Presidents and how they rank. We want to look at the legacy of Jimmy Carter, who entered hospice care yesterday. We also continue our Black History Month deep dive by examining the importance of the Black Panthers and their murdered leader, Fred Hampton—all that and much more on this week's episode of The Deal.
2023-02-201h 01The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 12, 2023It's a super Sunday, and we have a super episode. Join us as we get you caught up on all the latest news. We cover everything from the State of the Union to another ballon and the waste of time Congressional hearings. The Republicans seem to have lost all decorum and acted a fool during President Biden's address. What in god's name do we expect to get done in the 118th Congress? Plus, we make our predictions on the big game, talk about the history of black QBs in the NFL, and much more.
2023-02-161h 10The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark = February 5, 2023Chinese spy balloons, voting rights, the economy, Black History Month - Join us as we take a stab at these issues in the newest edition of The Deal. Of course, the Republicans continue looking for ways to make our lives more difficult. From blaming President Biden for waiting too long to shoot down the Chinese ballon to removing Representative Omar (D-MN) from the Foreign Affairs Committee, expect not much to get done in DC. Oh, Chinese balloons flew over during Trump, but who cares about that? We take a deep dive into Moore v. Harper, a case that may...
2023-02-121h 04The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 28, 2023Here we go again. The police killed another black man. This time all of the cops were black, and they were charged with murder less than a month after the killing. The horrific video leaves no questions that the officers went way overboard, but there are still many questions to be answered. Val Atkinson joins me the discuss the murder of Tyre Nichols. We also dive into other recent police killings of Darryl Williams right here in Raleigh, NC. We will also examine the ongoing gun violence in America, classified documents, and more.
2023-01-281h 01The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 21, 2023 EpisodeWe pack so much information into this episode, so you must join us this week. Val Atkinson is back in the co-host seat as we talk about the death of North Carolina native Diamond Hardaway. One half of the duo of Diamond and Silk, Ms. Haradaway, was an ardent Trump supporter, who, it appears, has died from Covid complications. Who and what is the future of black Republicans if they keep dying? We also examine Florida Governors' continued war on black folks with his ban on advanced Placement of African American History. Head Football Coach Marcus Hilliard helps kick...
2023-01-2159 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - MLK WEEKEND SPECIAL 2023Join us for our MLK Weekend episode of The Deal. Cherelle James, the co-host of Connections on WFXC/WFXK FM, is in to help us make sense of the latest news for the week. We also have a special guest, Durham, NC-based tax attorney Katie Lawson to help us prepare for tax time. Charelle and discuss Joe Biden's classified documents case, Representative George Santos, the six-year-old Virginia first grader who shot his teacher, and much more.
2023-01-131h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 6, 2023 EpisodeWe are back for season four of The Deal. Join Val Atkinson and me to get you caught up on the latest in politics, current events, and whatever else we need to discuss. Of course, we have to talk about the pure pleasure of seeing Kevin McCarthy go through 14 votes trying to become Speaker. We also discuss the second anniversary of 1/6, lying Representative George Santos, the new jobs report, Demar Hamlin, and much more. We also introduce our new team member Cherelle James and preview our special with tax attorney Katie Lawson.
2023-01-071h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark November 18, 2022 EpisodeJoin us for the last regular episode of season three. We discuss the change in leadership for the Democrats in the House, Donald Trump's latest brush with the law, vampires and werewolves fighting it out in the Georgia US Senate race, the economy, Russia, and much more.
2022-11-1956 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - November 13, 2022 EpisodeWe do a post-mortem on the 2022 midterm elections, which looks better than anyone predicted for the Democrats. Well, that's everyone except the folks at The Deal. We didn't buy the polls predicting a red wave. So, what's next? Join us as we bring you the latest and our take on what it all means. Maybe, Donald Trump is done. We can only hope so.
2022-11-1358 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - Election Eve SpecialHear our predictions on the outcome of the 2022 Midterm Elections. Find out what's at stake and what you need to do to ensure our democracy doesn't crumble right before our eyes. Val Atkinson is here to help us figure everything out.
2022-11-0853 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - October 29, 2022 EpisodeAmerican politics has never been clean. Since the founding of the Republic, people with different ideas have clashed, and sometimes violently. The 2022 midterm elections are as rancorous as any in our history. Even though the economy is pretty strong, we aren't off fighting a war on foreign soil; some of our fellow citizens are in a fighting mood. Join me and political scientist Val Atkinson, as we try to make sense of why the right is so angry. We look in-depth at the attack on Speaker Pelosi's husband, major senate races, Florida's phony crackdown on voter fraud, and the...
2022-10-291h 10The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - October 15, EpisodeAnother mass shooting in America, and this time it is in Raleigh, North Carolina. Add it to the list of cities, Buffalo, Columbine, Charleston, Uvalde, and Las Vegas. Do we have to come to expect this, or is there something we can do? Join me, along with political analyst and retired professor Val Atkinson, as we examine the roots of gun violence and what you can do about it. We also take a look at the most recent bombshell 1/6 Committee hearing and the subpoena that now hangs over former President Trump's head. But we can't forget our favorite looney...
2022-10-1559 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - October 8, 2022We are finally back! If you don't know, I had a terrible case and Covid-19, and two months later, I'm finally recovered. Val Atkinson joins me to discuss the North Carolina and Georgia US Senate races. Herschel Walker is proving candidates matter. We have some audio of Mr. Walker comparing his multiple personality disorder to Jesus and the Trinity. You have to hear to believe. We also look at the new Supreme Court term, the Jackson Mississippi water crisis, OPEC cutting production, Putin and Hurricane Ian. So much to catch up on. Don't forget to subscribe and share.
2022-10-081h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 13, 2022 EpisodeDonald Trump may be finally getting what he deserves. The Justice Department and the State of New York have questions for the former president. Here at The Deal, we have some questions too. Join us as we discuss what's to come for Donald Trump. Was he dumb enough to take classified material to Florida? Who possibly has beef or needs to cover their tracks, and would they drop a dime on Trump? We also talk about the Inflation Reduction Act, falling gas prices, and The NFL finally ending their policy that considered black players to have lesser cognitive capabilities.
2022-08-131h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - August 6. 2022We have another information-packed episode of The Deal. Join us as we discuss the US Justice Department finally issuing indictments in the murder of Breonna Taylor, the sentencing of Brittney Griner to nine years in a Russian labor camp, the ongoing probe into the 1/6 insurrection, and why Donald Trump might be feeling nervous. Plus, we pay tribute to Bill Russell and Nichelle Nicoles, talk about Nancy Pelosi's visit to Taiwan, Alex Jones being an idiot, Monkeypox, and much more. As usual, Val Atkinson is with us to answer all the tough questions in an hour.
2022-08-061h 12The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - July 30, 2022 EpisodeWe took last week off. Our scheduled guest got Covid. But we are back and have plenty to talk about this week. Join Val Atkinson and me as we discuss inflation, Senator Joe Manchin's reversal on supporting President Biden, and as much political news as we can squeeze into the show. We will also follow up on the push to arrest Raleigh, NC, resident Carolyn Bryant on an outstanding warrant from Mississippi in the lynching of Emmitt Till. Plus, the fallout of characters at Sesame Place theme park and their snubbing of black and brown children. All of that...
2022-07-301h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - July 15, 2022 EpisodeWe are here a day early. You don't want to miss this information-packed episode of The Deal! Join me along with Val Atkinson and Irv Joyner as we take an in-depth look at the 1/6 hearing and the rest of the top stories from the week. Joining us on the panel for the first time is Dr. Emmitt Y. Riley, III. Dr. Riley holds a joint appointment as an Associate Professor of Africana Studies and Political Science. Emmitt also serves as Director of the Africana Studies program at DePauw University in Greencastle, Indiana, and the President-Elect of the National Conference o...
2022-07-151h 05The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - July 9, 2022 EpisodeVal Atkinson is back this week as we try and process the murder and mayhem here in the US and around the world. Another mass shooting, this time on the Fourth of July, has us collectively wondering if there is anything to stop these mass shootings. If you ask Mitch McConnel and the Republicans, you are likely to get more thoughts and prayers and mumbled thoughts and prayers. We will also discuss the murder of another unarmed black man, this time by police in Akron, Ohio. We also talk about the 1/6 Hearings, assassination in Japan, the end of Boris...
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The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - Special Edition - July 1, 2022 - Roe No MoreThis week we have a special episode of The Deal. Join me along with the Executive Director of Pro-Choice North Carolina, Tara Romano, to talk about the ending of Roe v. Wade. Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization confirms the court takeover by a solid right-wing block that may be in place for decades. Justice Clarence Thomas has emerged as the leader of the pack of skeptics questioning the validity of the right to privacy. What does the Dobbs decision mean for reproductive rights? Find out what Pro-Choice North Carolina is doing to help women who will still need...
2022-07-0240 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 25, 2022 EpisodeRoe v. Wade is over and done. The US Supreme Court has had its say, so what should we expect from this ruling? What we do know is that some states have already outlawed abortions. So-called "trigger laws" were affected when the decision was published. What does this mean for women's reproductive health? Join me along with Val Atkinson and NCCU Constitutional Law Professor Irv Joyner as we try to make some sense of the ruling to end Roe. But that's not all. The court has also handed down several significant judgments that will impact gun laws, your Miranda...
2022-06-251h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 18, 2022 EpisodeWe have another information-packed episode of The Deal. Join us as we welcome Reverend Lernette P. Patterson of Reddy Chapel AME Zion Church in Galveston, TX. Reddy Chapel (https://reedychapel.com/) is part of the history of Juneteenth. After reading the Emancipation Proclamation at the Galveston courthouse, the document was paraded to Reddy Chapel and nailed to the front door. Each year the people of Galveston recreate the historical beginnings of Juneteenth. Reverend Patterson talks to us about the history we should know and the challenges Galveston now faces with gentrification.
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2022-06-181h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 11, 2022 EpisodeThis week on The Deal, we do a deep dive into the 1/6 Committee's first public hearing on the year-long investigation into the attempted overthrow of the government. Whether you watched the first hearing or not, you should be aware of the evidence that has been presented so far and is still yet to come. Even Trump's daughter, Ivanka, didn't believe the election was fraudulent. We also analyze the response from Fox News, Kevin McCarthy, and those on the right wing who don't want you to watch any of the hearings. Based on what we've seen, Donald Trump has plenty...
2022-06-111h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - June 4, 2020 EpisodeTo say gun violence is out of control in America is an understatement. We kill more people than anyone else. Joe Biden has probably been to more mass killing sites than another American leader as President and Vice President. Are we ever going to do anything about it? This week we discuss the latest shooting and where we go from here.
As the November elections get closer, we will be looking at critical races across the country. This week we take an in-depth look at the Charles Booker vs. Rand Paul race in Kentucky. Booker may have p...
2022-06-0458 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - Special Edition - Milk, Whiteness and the Law with Professor Andrea FreemanWe invited Professor Andrea Freeman of the University of Hawaii back to The Deal to talk about milk, breastfeeding, whiteness, and the law. Professor Freeman teaches Constitutional Law, Federal Courts, Race and Law, Food Law and Policy, and Comparative Social Justice and Constitutional Law. Topics you don't think are related, but this is America, and you can bet there is a connection. The discussion is informative and thought-provoking. Remember, you can't make things change if you don't know the problem.
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2022-06-0340 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - May 28, 2022 EpisodeThe right has decided that there is no political price to pay for their obsession with the Second Amendment. Uvalde becomes the next American city whose name will forever be synonymous with mass murder. Like Charleston, Buffalo, or Sandy Hook, are we just going to stand helpless and let the NRA tell us guns are not a problem? Join Val and me as we dig deeper into why these events happen only in America. Also joining us is Professor Andrea Freeman of the William S. Richardson School of Law at the University of Hawaii. Professor Freeman Constitutional Law, Federal...
2022-05-281h 03The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 29, 2022 EpisodeWe have another information-packed episode of The Deal this week. Dr. Nicole McFarlane with Fayetteville State University drops in to help us decode the negative feedback loop on the right concerning the next nominee to the Supreme Court. Justice Bryer's retirement allows President Biden to honor at least one of his campaign promises. We also talk about student loan forgiveness, the role of college, police reform, the latest trial related to the murder of George Floyd, and the Covid vaccine deniers who are willing to die instead of being vaccinated. All of that and a whole lot more.
2022-05-281h 08The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 9, 2022 EpisodeIt is official, Ketanji Brown Jackson will be the next Justice on the Supreme Court of the United States. Tim Scott was among the Republicans who wouldn't support soon-to-be Justice Jackson. Join us as we talk about the historic nature of Justice Jackson's appointment. Plus Donald Trump is in Selma, North Carolina for another one of his revisionist history rallies, while more news comes about his role in the 1/6 coup attempt. We also talk about the Masters and the emergence of tremendous talent from North Carolina, ECU and he happens to be African American, Harold Varner III. In other...
2022-05-281h 07The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 2, 2022 EpisodeWe all know about "The Slap" ... but we want to put it into proper context. Join me, along with Val Atkinson as we discuss the wildest night in the history of the Oscars. We also tackle more important news like Clarence Thomas and his treasonous wife, the economy, UNC v. Duke, the Democrat's chances to win a US Senate seat, and a whole lot more.
2022-05-281h 02The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 26, 2022 EpisodeThe Deal is back this week with Ed Clark and Val Atkinson. Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson endured three days of attacks from the Republicans in her appearance before the Senate Judiciary Committee. Despite Ted Cruz and Lindsey Graham's best efforts, Judge Jackson seems to be poised to take a seat on the Supreme Court. But there is other news as well. It seems to be clearer and clearer that 1/6 was not an isolated event. Now, Justice Clarence Thomas's wife Virginia has text messages to Mark Meadows, suggesting the 2020 election be overturned. Speaking of Mark Meadows, he and his wife...
2022-05-281h 09The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 12, 2022 EpisodeTune in for the latest episode of The Deal with Ed Clark. Dr. Nicole McFarlane and Professor Val Atkinson join me to talk about Democratic hopes for the mid-terms, gas prices, banking while black, and North Carolina's crazy House member Madison Cawthorn. The discussion will be lively, and you should not miss it. Catch the Deal on Facebook, YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcast, Stitcher, our website: https://thedealwithedclark.com, and other places you can find podcasts.
2022-05-281h 09The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - March 5, 2022 EpisodeWith the world on the brink of a possible World War III or, even worse, nuclear weapons used, we look at the Russia/Ukraine conflict. Ukraine border guards mistreat Black and brown immigrants looking to escape to safety. Putin seems hell-bent on dragging the rest of the world into the battle. As we watch gas skyrocket towards 200 per barrel, what can President Joe Biden do about it? As troubling are all domestic issues, the State of the Union, and much more on this week's episode of The Deal with Ed Clark. Today's panel is political science analyst and retired...
2022-05-281h 05The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 26, 2022 EpisodeJoe Biden keeps his promise and nominates Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. At the same time, Russia invades Ukraine as expected, but is it going the way Putin imagined. We take a look at those stories and more convictions in the murder of George Floyd, the 10th anniversary of the murder of Trayvon Martin, the loosening of Covid mask mandates, new North Carolina, all that, and much much on this week's episode of The Deal.
2022-05-281h 09The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 19, 2022 EpisodeJoin us for another information-packed episode of The Deal. We are talking about Kim Potter getting a pass for murder, America's inability to be honest about Black History, the NFL, crazy Canadian truckers, and a probable war between Russia and Ukraine. All of that and so much more with me and Val Atkinson.
2022-05-281h 08The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 12, 2022 EpisodeJoin us and we discuss Russia on the brink of war with Ukraine and what the US response should be. Also, we tackle how the Q idiots and Trumper have managed to export their craziness north to Canada. Ending mask mandates, Supreme Court nominees, white people shooting at black FedEx drivers, and a whole lot more to cover on this week's edition of The Deal.
2022-05-281h 00The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - February 5, 2022 EpisodeJoin us for the latest edition of the Deal. Val and I talk about the North Carolina Supreme Court's surprise decision to reject the Republican's extreme gerrymander attempt. We also deal with Mike Pence's slap-down of Donald Trump's big lie; Brian Flores' suit against the NFL; another police shooting in Minnesota; an increase in suicide among black folks. All of that and Covid-19 deaths, India Arie, and much more.
2022-05-2856 minThe Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 22, 2022 EpisodeWe need to talk. The Democrats have traitors in the ranks and won't end the filibuster to pass voting rights legislation. We have Professor Irv Joyner, NCCU Law School onboard to help figure out what is happening in the US Senate. Val Atkinson is in here too as we discuss that, Joe Biden after one year, Covid-19, and a whole lot more.
2022-05-281h 00The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark January 15, 2022 EpisodeJoin us for this information-packed episode. We talk about the significance of the MLK Holiday, the fate of voting rights, sedition, gerrymandering, and Covid-19. All of that and a bunch more. Please help us grow the program by subscribing to the channel and visiting https://thedealwithedclark.com to check out our latest blog.
2022-05-271h 00The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - April 23, 2022 EpisodeWe're back after the Easter holiday, and guess what? The world is still crazy, especially here in America. Join Val Atkinson and me as we discuss the latest revelations in the investigation of the 1/6 coup attempt. Believe it or not. Republican Leader, Kevin McCarthy, did want Trump to resign, or maybe he didn't. New tapes reveal that the Republican leader said behind closed doors what he should have been saying in public: Trump is dangerous and dumb. We also talk about MGT, Madison Cawthorn, his latest run-in with the police, the end of Covid mask mandates, and why we...
2022-05-271h 06The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - January 8, 2022Happy New Year! Thanks for all of the support for The Deal. Our first show of the year is starting off with a bang. We discuss the anniversary of 1/6 and the far-reaching implication of the attempted overthrow of the government. Yes, that is what it was. Val Atkinson will help me try to figure out that and all the rest of the news from the week. We also pay tribute to the great Sidney Poitier who passed a few days ago.
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The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - May 14, 2022We had to be away for a few weeks, but we are back with an information-packed show. Join us as we talked about Roe, Covid, the 1/6 Committee, and Delaware State Women's Lacrosse team being stopped and illegally searched for drugs on I-95. Lechelle Wardell with the Wake County, NC Health Department joins us to talk about a recent paper she published in the Harvard Public Health Review Journal entitled, Ensuring equitable vaccine distribution for COVID-19 in Wake County, North Carolina. Val Atkinson is here to make sense of all of the political news. We also hear from NCCU Law S...
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The Deal with Ed ClarkThe Deal with Ed Clark - May 21, 2022The murder of 10 people in Buffalo, NY, last Saturday, simply for being black, is not the first and will not be the final act of senseless violence by white supremacists. Join us this week for a very informative discussion with political science professor Val Atkinson as we deconstruct and reveal what motivates people like the murderer who killed innocent people at the Tops Supermarket. We also analyze the results of recent primary elections in some key states. Clarence Thomas' whacky wife is also on our radar. Plus, high gas prices, shortages of baby formula, and the unrelenting Covid epidemic...
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