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Green News Report 10/23/2025 by Progressive Voices

'BradCast' 10/22/2025: Republican Partisan Buys Dominion Voting Systems by Progressive Voices

With millions of Americans poised to lose their health coverage due to government cuts to Medicaid and other health programs, what can you do to protect your health and access to care? If you find yourself uninsured, are there ways to get free or low-cost prescription meds and health care? To find out, we spoke with Rachel Madley, director of policy and advocacy at the Center for Health and Democracy. She previously served as health policy advisor to Congresswoman Pramila Jayapal and worked in the Office of Legislative Affairs at the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Having struggled personally with a chronic medical condition, Rachel shares her firsthand experience staying alive despite America's cruel healthcare system. This is the first episode of a two-part series. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation at heal-ca.org/donate.

Your Labubu Isn’t Real?! Holiday Scandals, Shutdowns & Gacy Shocks | Karel Cast 25-135 The holidays are coming fast — lights, music, chaos… and scams. 🎄 This year’s big scandal? Fake Labubu toys flooding the market, just as millions of Americans are missing paychecks thanks to the government shutdown. Karel dives into the madness: 🎁 Why holiday joy feels harder to find under today’s leadership. 💸 How the shutdown is hitting wallets right before Christmas. 🧸 What’s really behind the Fake Labubu craze. 🇷🇺 Plus — Trump’s humiliating failure in Ukraine as Putin ghosts his calls. 😱 And on Peacock’s Devil in Disguise: John Wayne Gacy, Karel reveals the most disturbing truth you didn’t see coming. 👉 Watch, comment, and subscribe for honest talk you won’t hear anywhere else. 💚 Support independent media: patreon.com/reallykarel 📺 Watch every episode: youtube.com/reallykarel #KarelCast, #HolidayScandal, #FakeLabubu, #Christmas2025, #GovernmentShutdown, #HolidayShopping, #ToyScam, #TrumpNews, #Putin, #UkraineWar, #JohnWayneGacy, #TrueCrime, #PeacockSeries, #PopCulture, #IndependentMedia, #PodcastClip, #BreakingNews, #HolidaySeason, #ConsumerAlert, #Karel

Green News Report 10/21/2025 by Progressive Voices

'BradCast' 10/21/2025: Law[lessness] and [Dis]Order: Trump's crime spree continues and expands by Progressive Voices

The AWS Meltdown: $50 Billion Lost and Nobody’s Talking About It | Karel Cast 25-134 When Amazon Web Services (AWS) went down, the internet itself nearly broke — apps crashed, transactions froze, and the global economy took a $50 BILLION hit in just hours. But the real story isn’t just about one outage… it’s about how dangerously dependent we’ve become on a single company’s servers. Karel breaks down the truth behind the AWS crash, why it’s scarier than you think, and what it says about the fragile state of our tech-driven world. Also on today’s show: 🏛️ Trump’s White House renovation fantasy — is a “gilded ballroom” really what America needs? 💊 90% of adults may be sick and not know it — Karel explains the rise of CKM Syndrome. 🎁 Holiday toy scandal alert: the Fake Labubu controversy is here — and it’s wild. 💬 Join the conversation and help keep independent media alive! 👉 Subscribe & comment on YouTube: youtube.com/reallykarel 💚 Support the show: patreon.com/reallykarel #KarelCast, #AWSCrash, #TechNews, #AmazonWebServices, #InternetOutage, #CloudComputing, #BigTech, #DataSecurity, #TrumpNews, #WhiteHouseRenovation, #CKMSyndrome, #HealthAwareness, #FakeLabubu, #PopCulture, #IndependentMedia, #PodcastClip, #BreakingNews, #CyberSecurity, #TechFailure, #Karel https://youtube.com/live/WRerBWaLDu4

'BradCast' 10/20/2025 - Celebrating 'No Kings' with callers and about 7 million other Americans by Progressive Voices

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is first joined by Paul Lisnek, Political and Legal Analyst for WGN-TV in Chicago. The pair examines the ICE invasion of the 'Windy City' by the Trump administration, as well as Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker's response. Then, Brad is joined by Tara Devlin, host of the 'TARABUSTER' podcast. The analyze the impact of the 'No Kings' protest against Trump's imperial presidency, including the staggering turnout of roughly seven million attendees at 2,600 events in all 50 states. The two also discuss President Trump's pardon of former Congressman George Santos, who was sentenced to 87 months in prison after pleading guilty to misusing campaign funds and stealing identities. Paul Lisnek anchors “Political Report” every Sunday morning at 9am central which looks at national and local issues for Chicago. It can be live streamed on www.wgntv.com/live and watched on the new WGN+ app which can be downloaded thru Apple TV, Roku or Firestick. Paul has worked as a jury consultant in such cases as OJ Simpson and Whitewater, teaches Constitutional Law and Ethics for the bar review course. He is the author of 15 books including the award winning fiction book: "Assume Treason." Tara Devlin is a New York City based comedian, writer, and host of the unapologetically-liberal podcast "TARABUSTER.” Tarabuster is 5-star viewer-reviewed and 100% viewer-supported. Help keep the REAL liberal media going – and growing – by becoming a Patron of Tarabuster at Patreon.com/TaraDevlin. You can follow Tara on BlueSky at @tarabuster.bsky.social and on Instagram at @Taradacktyl. Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.' He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social.

Trump Dumps on “No Kings” — And America Deserves Better | Karel Cast 25-133 Record-breaking No Kings rallies erupted across the country this weekend — but how did President Trump respond? With an AI video of himself as a king, literally dropping crap on peaceful protestors from Mar-a-Lago. While millions marched for democracy, Speaker Mike Johnson called those Americans “people who hate America.” So the question becomes: if Congress won’t act, how do we remove leaders who openly mock our Constitution? Karel takes apart the absurdity, the rage, and the dark comedy of it all — from Trump’s “royal” delusions to the global headlines that make you question our collective sanity. Also — wild stories you won’t believe: 💥 Paris tourists blocked from the Louvre by chainsaw-wielding thieves 👑 Prince Andrew facing accountability that Trump himself avoids 🎙️ Real talk. Raw truth. No spin — just Karel. 👉 Subscribe, like, and share to keep independent voices alive: youtube.com/reallykarel 💚 Support the show: patreon.com/reallykarel #KarelCast, #NoKingsRally, #TrumpNews, #PoliticalPodcast, #Authoritarianism, #FreeSpeech, #DemocracyNow, #MikeJohnson, #PrinceAndrew, #EpsteinScandal, #ParisNews, #ChainsawRobbery, #USPolitics, #Satire, #RealTalk, #IndependentMedia, #CurrentEvents, #Resistance, #TruthMatters, #Karel

'BradCast' 10/16/2025: Rightwing SCOTUS Majority Poised to Gut Last of Voting Rights Act by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 10/16/2025 by Progressive Voices

No Kings: Record Turnout — But Will It Matter? | Karel Cast 25-132 Thousands are hitting the streets again for the second “No Kings” Rally, and this time, the turnout could break records — over 2,500 events across America. But here’s the real question: will it actually change anything? Karel dives into the heart of the movement — the hope, the energy, and the hard truth about what can and can’t be done to stop authoritarian overreach. As Trump flexes more power and the U.S. military obeys increasingly questionable orders, it’s time to ask: Where is the line — and who’s brave enough to draw it? Plus: A deep look at America’s growing global tension, including dangerous operations in Venezuelan waters, and what it means for democracy here at home. And before the weekend hits — a lighter side: what’s new in entertainment and pop culture. 🎙️ Real talk. No spin. Just Karel. 👉 Subscribe, like, and join the conversation at youtube.com/reallykarel 💚 Support independent media: patreon.com/reallykarel #KarelCast, #NoKingsRally, #DemocracyInDanger, #StandUpForFreedom, #ProtestForChange, #PoliticalPodcast, #CurrentEvents, #TrumpNews, #Authoritarianism, #USPolitics, #DemocracyNow, #HumanRights, #Activism, #VenezuelaCrisis, #WeekendVibes, #EntertainmentNews, #IndependentMedia, #RealTalk, #Karel, #LasVegasPodcaster https://youtube.com/live/cxRL2dd4As4

'BradCast' 10/15/2025: The 'Epstein Shutdown' and Other Autocratic Nightmares by Progressive Voices

This time on Code WACK! What will happen when Medicaid is slashed for millions of people as a result of Trump’s H.R. 1, the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill?” How will the largest rollback of the social safety net in over 50 years harm children, families, and rural communities – and what could it mean for states that recently expanded Medicaid, like North Carolina? To find out, we spoke to Jennifer Wells, director of Economic Justice at Community Change Action, where she leads the organization’s work to advance policies and practices that improve the material conditions of low-income communities. This is the second episode in a two-part series. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation.

The #1 Thing We’re Ignoring — And It’s Killing Us | Karel Cast 25-131 We talk about money, politics, and power — but the one thing that truly matters to every human being is being ignored: our health. 💔 In this episode of The Karel Cast, Karel breaks down why our daily priorities have shifted away from the most essential thing we have — our own well-being. From the food we eat to how we move (or don’t), we’re letting modern life destroy the very thing that keeps us alive. Why do we put work, tech, and distractions ahead of our bodies and minds? How did health become optional? Let’s talk honestly about what needs to change — starting today. 👉 Watch, comment, and subscribe for more truth, entertainment, and reflection every week with The Karel Cast. 🎧 Available everywhere you listen to podcasts: Apple, Spotify, iHeart, and more. 💚 Support independent media at patreon.com/reallykarel #KarelCast, #HealthMatters, #SelfCare, #Wellness, #MentalHealth, #PhysicalHealth, #HealthyLiving, #VeganLife, #MindBodySoul, #HealthAwareness, #ModernLife, #HealthyHabits, #LifeBalance, #FitnessMotivation, #NutritionTalk, #Karel, #LasVegasPodcaster, #WellnessJourney, #StayHealthy, #IndependentMedia https://youtube.com/live/JlVeHBdi6t0

'BradCast' 10-14-2025: Missouri Organizers Vow to Block Trump's Gerrymander from Taking Effect by Progressive Voices

Green News Report 10/14/2025 by Progressive Voices

The guest host for today's show is Brad Bannon. Brad runs Bannon Communications Research, a polling, message development and media firm which helps labor unions, progressive issue groups and Democratic candidates win public affairs and political campaigns. His show, 'Deadline D.C. with Brad Bannon,' airs every Monday from 3-4pm ET. Brad is first joined by Charlie Cook, Founder of the 'Cook Political Report' and Columnist for 'The National Journal,' to discuss the 'playing field' for the 2026 midterm elections in the Senate and House of Representatives. Then, Senior White House Reporter for 'Bloomberg Government,' Mica Soellner, joins Brad to talk about the new peace agreement between Israel and Hamas, the government shutdown, and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's recent attacks on President Trump. Brad writes a political column every Sunday for 'The Hill.' He's on the National Journal's panel of political insiders and is a national political analyst for WGN TV and Radio in Chicago and KNX Radio in Los Angeles. You can read Brad's columns at www.MuckRack.com/Brad-Bannon. His handle on BlueSky is @bradbannon.bsky.social.

We Say We Care About Kids — But Do We Really? | Karel Cast 25-130 Politicians scream about “protecting kids” — from drag queens, books, or healthcare — but ignore the one thing that truly shapes their future: what’s in their hands every day. From social media to screen addiction, billionaires are profiting while an entire generation pays the price. Karel exposes the hypocrisy of a society that pretends to care while letting our children’s mental health, attention spans, and futures crumble — all in the name of profit. Plus: why peace in the Middle East remains out of reach, the talk of National Guard deployment in San Francisco, and the question no one can answer — what really counts as “American food”? 🎙️ Honest. Unfiltered. Fearlessly real. 👉 Subscribe, comment, and join the conversation: youtube.com/reallykarel 💚 Support independent voices: patreon.com/reallykarel #KarelCast, #WeDontCareForKids, #SocialCommentary, #ParentingCrisis, #ScreenAddiction, #BigTechControl, #MentalHealthMatters, #ChildDevelopment, #MAGA, #EducationReform, #MiddleEastConflict, #PeaceTalks, #SanFranciscoNews, #AmericanCulture, #CurrentEvents, #PoliticalPodcast, #TruthTeller, #RealTalk, #PodcastClips, #SubscribeNow https://youtube.com/live/1126Z0QGICg