Analyzing Current Events Through a Critical Media Literacy Lens: Don Lemon’s Sexism/Ageism at CNN, the Sackler Dynasty, Russiagate Propaganda, and More
On this week’s program, two critical media literacy scholars join Mickey to examine a range of current events. First, Allison Butler addresses the notorious “past her prime” comments by CNN’s……
Do Effective Policy Solutions to the ‘Baby Bust’ Exist?
Americans aren't having as many kids these days. It reflects a global trend, and the consequences of the slowdown may be dire. Still, it's not clear that policy has any…
Do Effective Policy Solutions to the ‘Baby Bust’ Exist?
Americans aren't having as many kids these days. It reflects a global trend, and the consequences of the slowdown may be dire. Still, it's not clear that policy has any…
Listener Feedback for 3-6-23 – Epi-3262
In this listener feedback episode I answer a variety of recent questions and feedback that you guys have sent me by email, social media, YouTube comments, etc. Today we cover…
War and the Constitution
Does the Congress uphold the Constitution? Does the president? The answers are obvious. We have reposed the Constitution for safekeeping into the hands of those who ignore it. The consequences…
Today in History: The Massacre in Boston
Five Bostonians died, and six were seriously wounded, including a young boy. This incident did much to exacerbate tensions between the colonists and the crown. Firebrands such as Samuel Adams…
James Madison’s Last Day in Office: Veto of the “Bonus Bill”
Instead of upholding his own personal proclivities and allowing the Constitution to be undermined, he maintained that the Constitution was one of specific enumerated powers, and the document contained no…
Small Batch Mead on the Homestead – Epi-3261
My conversation with Bruce Ford on Wednesday got me thinking about mead making. Bruce is a bee keeper of course and while our conversation started on tax reduction though ag…
Lessons from One of History’s Biggest Scumbags
Two weeks ago, I told you that the US government had just published its annual financial report. The government by its own admission lost $4.1 TRILLION in FY 2022. And…
Paul Wheaton’s Next KickStarter is the Best Yet
Paul Wheaton is about to launch a new kickstarter. If you’re new around here, you may not be aware that Paul’s kickstarters always give away a massive amount of amazing…
Sabah Province launches alternative MM2H visa program in Malaysia
In 2021, Malaysia’s My Second Home (MM2H) visa program became way more expensive. Fortunately, the country’s autonomous Sarawak Province had a far more accessible regional version of the program. And…
Is Your Teacher Spying on You?
ATTN: TEENS—Stop Your Teacher (and Silicon Valley) from Spying on You In this bonus “Dispatches from Project Censored,” Allison Butler and Nolan Higdon, two of the most acclaimed media literacy…
What Would Post Empire America be Like – Epi-3260
Today we step into the world of the unknown. There is no way to answer then question other then with guess work. We all know the ability of the US…
The Backyard Revolution with Bruce Ford – Epi-3259
Today I am joined by Bruce Ford. In addition to running a small farm he consults with new land owners on how to get ag exemptions with bees and wildlife…
How crazy is this? No one wants to own the world’s best performing industry
Benny Grossbaum was the embodiment of the American Dream. Born in London in 1894 during the reign of Queen Victoria, Benny and his family moved to New York City (through…
Today in History: Articles of Confederation Come into Force
Today in History, on March 1, 1781, the states adopted the Articles of Confederation, putting into operation the first constitution for the United States. The post Today in History: Articles…
A Path Forward in Fights over African American History
In January, Florida governor Ron DeSantis announced an end to AP classes in African American history in state schools. Historian David Beito details why that history matters, what's missing in…
A Path Forward in Fights over African American History
In January, Florida governor Ron DeSantis announced an end to AP classes in African American history in state schools. Historian David Beito details why that history matters, what's missing in…
Bitcoin is Freedom & Many Fear Freedom – Epi-3258
Like many I initially came to Bitcoin due to the simple concept of “number go up”, that was a long time ago and all I can say is I regret…
Scope of Practice and the Delivery of Health Care
At least some of the modern fights over health care can be traced back to divvying up the healthcare marketplace in statute. Jeff Singer discusses the problems inherent in pervasive…
Scope of Practice and the Delivery of Health Care
At least some of the modern fights over health care can be traced back to divvying up the healthcare marketplace in statute. Jeff Singer discusses the problems inherent in pervasive…
Listener Questions & Feedback – Epi-3257
In this listener feedback episode I answer a variety of recent questions and feedback that you guys have sent me by email, social media, YouTube comments, etc. Today we cover…
Federal Farmer: Will the Judiciary Preserve or Destroy Liberty?
While the Federal Farmer supported the idea of a federal court, he was wary, believing it was the branch that had the greatest potential to destroy freedom. The post Federal…