In the Know with Moe
News & Politics Podcasts
In the Know with Moe is a weekly talk show where two-time former White House executive, attorney, entrepreneur, and opinion-maker, Moe Vela, will invite thought-provoking and inspirational guests to discuss the issues that matter to us. From current events, politics, and business to human interest, social activism, and saving our planet, Moe shares his opinions and experiences and will use his humor, curiosity, and warmth to get a glimpse of the knowledge and into the hearts of his guests. The show will be a platform so that we are all “in the know” and are informed, empowered, and inspired to celebrate our shared humanity and called to make the world a better place.
Location:
United States
Genres:
News & Politics Podcasts
Description:
In the Know with Moe is a weekly talk show where two-time former White House executive, attorney, entrepreneur, and opinion-maker, Moe Vela, will invite thought-provoking and inspirational guests to discuss the issues that matter to us. From current events, politics, and business to human interest, social activism, and saving our planet, Moe shares his opinions and experiences and will use his humor, curiosity, and warmth to get a glimpse of the knowledge and into the hearts of his guests. The show will be a platform so that we are all “in the know” and are informed, empowered, and inspired to celebrate our shared humanity and called to make the world a better place.
Language:
English
Episodes
Five Strategies to Support U.S. Democracy with Dr. Rachel Kleinfeld
9/22/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he decries the cruel political stunt that Florida Governor Ron DeSantis orchestrated to essentially kidnap migrant families through deception in order to fly them to Martha's Vineyard and then abandon them there, as well as the bigger point it also makes as to how the GOP treats immigrants.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined Dr. Rachel Kleinfeld, a Senior Fellow in the Democracy, Conflict, and Governance Program at the...
Duration:00:45:07
How the Inflation Reduction Act Will Fight Climate Change
8/25/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about the power of women being on display during yesterday's primary elections being held across the U.S.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by Tim Zenk, President of Molecule, LLC.
Tim explains how the 'Inflation Reduction Act' will fight climate change. Some of the ways it will do so is by:
- Including huge investments in clean energy
- Keeping President Biden's goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by...
Duration:00:42:00
187 Minutes of Treason
7/28/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he praises President Biden for how he has managed his relationship with Senator Joe Manchin, a key swing vote in the Senate. This comes on the heels of a new legislative agreement between Manchin, Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer, and President Biden, called "the Inflation Reduction Act."
The bill would bring in $739 billion in revenue and invest $433 billion in spending in areas like clean energy, tax credits, and reducing...
Duration:00:44:58
Father Honors Daughter's Legacy By Working to Stop Gun Violence
7/21/2022
Moe is joined by Andy Parker, Director of the SuperPAC, "Andy's Fight," and Author of the book, "For Alison: The Murder of a Young Journalist and a Father's Fight for Gun Safety."
On August 26, 2015, the lives of Andy and Barbara Parker changed forever when their daughter Alison, a journalist for WDBJ7, was murdered on live television near Roanoke, Virginia.
Vowing to do whatever it takes, Andy turned his anger into outspoken activism and action to fight gun violence. From branding the NRA...
Duration:00:54:06
Creative Conflict Resolution in Action on the World Stage
6/23/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he condemns today's decision by the Supreme Court striking down a New York gun law that had restricted 'conceal carry.'
He is then joined by Jacopo Bencini, who since 2019 works closely with Rondine - Cittadella della Pace, in the role of Campaign and Advocacy Advisor under the wider Leaders for Peace campaign project.
The two discuss Rondine and its incredible work. Rondine - Cittadella della Pace, is a non-profit organization...
Duration:00:41:02
Republicans Embrace 'Replacement Theory,' While Blocking Gun Reforms
5/26/2022
Moe is joined by Joan Walsh, National Affairs Correspondent for 'The Nation' and a CNN political contributor.
The two discuss her recent piece for 'The Nation,' which is titled, "The Ideas Behind the Buffalo Massacre Are Now Mainstream on the Right."
They also talk about today's news that Senate Republicans have blocked gun reform legislation in the wake of the Uvalde school shooting in Texas and the racist mass shooting in Buffalo, New York.
The website for 'The Nation' is...
Duration:00:41:46
Overturning Roe Just the Beginning?; Musk is a Free-Speech Hypocrite
5/11/2022
Moe is joined by Peter Montgomery, who writes and researches for Right Wing Watch, a project of People for the American Way, where he is a senior fellow.
The two discuss Peter's latest piece for Ring Wing Watch, titled "Overturning Roe Is Just the Beginning." (link - https://www.rightwingwatch.org/post/overturning-roe-is-just-the-beginning/)
Then they analyze Elon Musk's hypocrisy in calling himself a "Free Speech Abolitionist."
Finally, they talk about a new examination from the New York...
Duration:00:53:55
Earth Day and the Fight Against Climate Devastation
4/19/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about appearing on the NASDAQ billboard in NYC's Times Square as co-host of 'Unicorn Hunters,' and how the lesson he wants to share with others from that experience is to never give up on your dreams, no matter who you are or where you come from.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by Basil Seggos, the Commissioner of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation.
The two discuss Earth Day, and what...
Duration:00:45:22
In-Depth Discussion on Survivorship with Cancer and Domestic Abuse Survivor Gail Zahtz
3/31/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about how violence is NEVER the answer, in referencing Will Smith slapping Chris Rock at the Oscars this past week.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by WiseCare CEO, Gail Zahtz, who is a Cancer and domestic violence survivor. (Gail is also the first ever repeat guest of Moe's on the show!)
During today's interview, Gail shares the valuable lessons that she learned about 'survivorship' while battling domestic...
Duration:00:41:13
Transitioning America's Energy Supply from Fossil Fuels to Renewables
3/16/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about the crisis caused by the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by Tim Zenk, who has worked in renewable energy development for two decades to build new technologies for difficult to decarbonize sectors like aviation.
Presently, Tim is the principal consultant at Molecule LLC. At Molecule, he focuses on the nexus of policy, finance, and technology to fight climate change.
The two...
Duration:00:47:44
Jarnell Stokes On Black History Month, Basketball, and More!
2/17/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about 'Black History Month.'
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by Jarnell Stokes, a Basketball player, Entrepreneur, Writer, and Film producer.
The two discuss Black History Month, basketball, and more!
Jarnell's website is StokedBros.com and his Twitter handle is @JarnellStokes.
Duration:00:54:46
Challenging Beijing's Olympics Propaganda
2/3/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about how we as Americans cannot afford to sit on the sidelines and expect our democracy to survive without our involvement.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by leading China expert, advisor to the World Health Organization, and Founder and Chair of OneShared.World, Jamie Metzl.
With the 2022 Winter Olympics set to begin tomorrow in Beijing, Metzl is calling the Beijing games “a mockery of the Olympic...
Duration:01:03:45
AFT President Talks Education, Teachers, COVID Safety and More
1/27/2022
Moe is joined by Randi Weingarten, President of the 1.7 million-member American Federation of Teachers, AFL-CIO, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school-related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; local, state and federal government employees; and early childhood educators.
The two discuss education, teachers, COVID safety and more.
The website for the AFT is AFT.org and their Twitter handle is @AFTunion. President...
Duration:00:40:34
What's Next If Russia Invades Ukraine? How Will NATO Operate In Outer space?
1/20/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about the fight for voting rights in the United States.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by Colonel Cedric Leighton, Founder and President of Cedric Leighton Associates, a strategic risk and leadership consultancy serving global companies and organizations.
He founded the company in 2010, after serving in the US Air Force for 26 years as an Intelligence Officer and attaining the rank of Colonel.
The two...
Duration:00:41:59
Value Based Healthcare Talk with Cancer and Domestic Abuse Survivor Gail Zahtz
1/13/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about contracting COVID-19 and why we should all remain vigilant in protecting ourselves and our families against the virus.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by WiseCare CEO, Gail Zahtz, who is also a Cancer and domestic violence survivor.
Gail first shares how her experiences with America's healthcare system, while battling Cancer and domestic abuse, helped highlight for her where and how the system needed...
Duration:00:41:35
What Caused the January 6th Insurrection and What Future Warning Signs to Watch Closely
1/6/2022
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about the legacy of the late American icon Betty White, who recently passed away at age 99.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by Peter Montgomery, who writes and researches for Right Wing Watch, a project of People for the American Way, where he is a senior fellow.
With it being the somber one-year anniversary of the domestic terrorist attack on our Capitol, Moe and Peter discuss how the insurrection came to...
Duration:00:41:57
It's a Biden-Boom - and No One Has Noticed Yet
12/16/2021
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about the hypocrisy of Congressional Republicans when it comes to disaster relief funding and President Biden's recently passed infrastructure law.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by Dr. Robert Shapiro, Chairman of Sonecon, an economic advisory firm and a Senior Fellow of the McDonough School of Business at Georgetown University.
They discuss:
1. Economics 101 when it comes to supply and demand, as well as...
Duration:00:41:32
Special Veterans Day Show
11/11/2021
Two of Moe's close friends, and business associates, David Montoya and Josh Jones, guest host the show.
The two of them are both Air Force Veterans, and are joined by Navy Veteran Michael Grandjean for today's special Veterans Day show.
The three veterans discuss why they decided to join the military, what it was like while they were serving, and how returning to civilian life has been for them.
Duration:00:59:52
The Power of an Innovative Public School System
10/21/2021
Today's guest host is Brianna Vela Garcia, Director of Media and Public Relations for Harlingen Consolidated Independent School District. She is Moe's niece and has a passion for promoting the community where they both grew up. Her love extends to showcasing how the town's innovative and strategic public school district creates excellent choices and opportunities for children. This school system's moment in time is a movement in history as they work to ensure every child graduates college,...
Duration:00:42:27
Breast Cancer Awareness, COVID-19, and Healthcare with Health System CEO Manny Vela
10/7/2021
Moe begins today's show with his 'Moe-ment of Truth," where he talks about Breast Cancer Awareness month, which is October.
For the remainder of the show, Moe is joined by his younger brother Manny Vela. Manny is the CEO of Valley Baptist Health System and Valley Baptist Medical Center in Harlingen, Texas.
The two discuss their upbringing together and how it shaped their futures, healthcare, COVID-19, Breast Cancer, and more.
'In The Know With Moe' can be heard live every Thursday from...
Duration:01:14:23