Ryan Andrew Wilde appears in the following:
Cheating Scandals Have Rocked the Worlds of Poker, Fishing, and Chess
Thursday, October 06, 2022
We hear about what is behind the cheating scandals and what they say about this cultural moment in America.
Angelica Ross is Making History in Her Broadway Debut
Wednesday, October 05, 2022
The new Roxie Hart in the Broadway musical "Chicago," is played by the first openly Trans woman to hold a leading role in a major Broadway musical.
President Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan Hits Obstacles
Tuesday, October 04, 2022
In a reversal last week, The Biden Administration scaled back the program amidst legal challenges from several GOP-led states.
Russia Illegally Annexes Four Regions of Ukraine
Monday, October 03, 2022
On Friday, Russian President Vladimir Putin announced the annexation of 4 territories of Ukraine. The move was widely condemned by the international community as illegal.
Patina Miller's Witchy Return to Broadway in "Into the Woods"
Friday, September 30, 2022
After an 8 year break, the Tony Award-winning Broadway star returns as The Witch in a reprisal of "Into the Woods."
Federal Judge Allows Plan To Put Teens at Angola
Thursday, September 29, 2022
A recent decision from a federal judge allows Louisiana's Governor to move ahead with a plan to relocate incarcerated teens to a facility on the grounds of the state’s penitentiary.
Pete Souza on "The West Wing and Beyond"
Wednesday, September 28, 2022
Former White House photographer for President Reagan and President Obama discusses his new book of photos from "The West Wing and Beyond: What I Saw Inside The Presidency."
Why Are People "Quiet Quitting" Their Jobs?
Tuesday, September 27, 2022
The TikTok buzzword, "Quiet Quitting" is a trend that refers to not actually quitting, but doing only the requirements of the job description.
"Desahogos" From Puerto Ricans
Friday, September 23, 2022
Following another devastating hurricane, we speak with La Brega podcast host Alana Casanova-Burgess and hear "desahogos" or "vents," from the Puerto Rican diaspora.
No Black Congressional Representation in America's Blackest City
Wednesday, September 21, 2022
Detroit, the U.S.'s largest majority African American city—77% percent of residents are Black—is likely to be without Black leadership in Congress for the first time in nearly 70 years.
Dispatch From Puerto Rico
Tuesday, September 20, 2022
5 years after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico has been hit by another hurricane, Hurricane Fiona. We get the latest from a reporter on the ground.
School Principles: School Lunch
Thursday, September 15, 2022
Federal free school lunch waivers are ending which will impact millions of kids. We explore the history of school lunch, policy, and hear listeners share their memories of school lunch.
Is Russia Losing The War?
Wednesday, September 14, 2022
Ukraine's has recently regained large swaths of territory previously lost to Russia in a recent counteroffensive. We speak with an expert on Russia about the latest developments.
It's Been 10 Years Since The Benghazi Attacks
Tuesday, September 13, 2022
The attacks on the U.S. Consulate in Benghazi, Libya by militants which killed 4 Americans continues to reverberate through our politics. We speak with a former U.S. diplomat to Libya.
An Off The Field NFL Season Kickoff Guide
Thursday, September 08, 2022
The NFL season begins today, but the league's handling of social and political issues have cast a shadow over the game.
What Should We Do?
Wednesday, September 07, 2022
We speak with Peter Levine about his new book "What Should We Do? A Theory of Civic Life," which explores how groups can reason together, cooperate, act collectively, and compel change.
An American History of Debt Relief
Wednesday, September 07, 2022
President Biden's recent announcement to forgive some student debt has sparked strong reactions. We explore student loan forgiveness within an American historical context of debt relief.
A Major Drought in China is Causing Massive Disruptions
Friday, September 02, 2022
Due to the drought, in southwestern China the Yangtze River has dropped too low for supply ships, rolling power blackouts have been instituted, and the price of bok choy has doubled.
What Do Young Voters Want In 2022?
Wednesday, August 31, 2022
Voter turnout amongst those ages 18-29 has been trending upwards, but historically it lags behind older generations. We explore what young voters want in 2022 with 2 Gen Z activists.
Why The Boy Scouts Are Selling Off Land
Monday, August 29, 2022
Under financial strain from a mountain of lawsuits alleging sexual abuse, local Boy Scouts chapters are selling off land to contribute to a $2.7 billion dollar victim compensation fund.