Ryan Andrew Wilde appears in the following:
Why We Should Listen to Indigenous Voices About the Climate Crisis
Tuesday, November 22, 2022
The Reciprocity Project is a series of 7 Indigenous-made films which aims to spark conversation and action on the climate crisis. We hear from a producer and one of the filmmakers.
LAME DUCK: What's Next for President Biden and His Agenda?
Friday, November 18, 2022
We hear what President Biden's newfound momentum means for his agenda in the lame duck session, and into the 118th Congress.
A Shadow Looms Over Qatar For The World Cup
Wednesday, November 16, 2022
An estimated 6,500 migrant workers have died constructing the infrastructure for the 2022 World Cup, and Qatar's record on women's and LGBTQ rights have also raised concerns.
Fears Grow Surrounding Iran's Punishment For Protesters
Tuesday, November 15, 2022
Recently members of Iran's Parliament called "no leniency" against protestors, and an Iranian court sentenced issued the first known death sentence since protests began in September.
Lauren Ober is "The Loudest Girl In The World"
Monday, November 14, 2022
The award winning radio producer and host of "The Big Listen" from WAMU and NPR has a new podcast that chronicles her discovery—at the age of 42—that she is autistic.
Thousands of Vets Are Experiencing Homelessness on Veterans Day
Friday, November 11, 2022
According to the Department of Veterans Affairs, over 30,000 Veterans experienced homelessness on a single night in January, 2022. We hear from an advocate and Veteran on the issue.
What State Level "Trifectas" Could Mean for Democracy
Tuesday, November 08, 2022
Heading into the Midterms, 37 states are governed by trifectas: a single party controlling the state house, senate, and governorship. We check in to hear what can change this election.
Can Cheri Beasley Win in North Carolina?
Monday, November 07, 2022
With 1 day until Election Day, we speak with the Democratic candidate running for the open U.S. Senate seat in North Carolina.
Shipwrecks, Cars, and Human Remains: The Mississippi River's Drying Up
Sunday, November 06, 2022
The Mississippi River receded to record low water levels.
Has The Election Forecast Changed At All?
Friday, November 04, 2022
Election forecasters have been projecting the Midterms for months now. But with record money spent this cycle, has all the campaigning even mattered in changing the possible outcomes?
Iran's Digital Warfare
Monday, October 31, 2022
A new report from The Intercept details the ways in which Iran is employing digital violence by monitoring and manipulating peoples phone usage and internet to quell peaceful protest.
Wisconsin: A Swing State or One Dominated by the GOP?
Friday, October 28, 2022
Or both? Ari Berman explains how Wisconsin, which is a true 50-50 state in statewide elections, is dominated by a Republican majority state legislator, and what it means for democracy.
SCOTUS is Weighing a Case About Pigs
Tuesday, October 25, 2022
The Supreme Court is back in session and has heard oral arguments in National Pork Producers Council v. Ross, a case about states rights, interstate commerce, and pigs.
DOWNBALLOT: How to Judge a Judge
Friday, October 21, 2022
39 states use judicial elections in some form. But chances are there isn't a ton of information on the judges on your ballot. We talk with a retired judge about making an informed vote.
DOWNBALLOT: What Does a County Clerk Do Anyway?
Thursday, October 20, 2022
Counties in 26 states elect county clerks. We speak with one to hear about the importance of the role in administering elections, and how you can make an informed vote for county clerk.
DOWNBALLOT: Consider This When Voting For Coroner
Wednesday, October 19, 2022
Counties in 20 states in the U.S. elect coroners. We speak with a coroner about what the job entails, what party affiliation means (and doesn't mean), and what to consider when voting.
DOWNBALLOT: High Schooler Serving on School Board
Tuesday, October 18, 2022
18-year-old Shiva Rajbhandari is a high school senior in Boise, Idaho, who also was recently elected to serve on Boise's School Board.
DOWNBALLOT: The 101 on Voting Your Entire Ballot
Monday, October 17, 2022
More than 30% of voters don't complete their entire ballot. Don't be one of them! We explore how you can feel informed and empowered to vote up and down your entire ballot.
Unpacking the Parkland Shooter Verdict
Friday, October 14, 2022
We’re joined by Alexis Hoag-Fordjour, co-director of the Center for Criminal Justice at Brooklyn Law School to discuss the verdict in the Parkland shooter case.
The Land Back Movement to Reclaim Indigenous Lands (Rebroadcast)
Monday, October 10, 2022
The Land Back movement is fighting to restore stolen land back into Indigenous hands. We hear from two Indigenous leaders doing the work.