FOR A BETTER AMERICA: Recent Episodes
Frank
This show is about the evolution of America. We embark on the journey of the historical, social, and economic structures that shape the way our nation works. We also explore the consequences of those structures. The good, the bad, and the ugly of the system and what changes can be made for a better future for the American people.
In this podcast, I had the pleasure of interview Prof. Joseph F Hackler. A leadership and urban development professor at Georgia State University. Our conversation was wide ranging. We covered how we as our society can be more connected. Leadership, our current money culture. Diversity in higher education.
In this episode, I discuss the relationship between the media and Trump. The indirect elevation of Trump by over coverage. The problem with Trump and Democracy and why the far right may not want Trump.
Full List of Donald Trump's Three Indictments and 78 Felony Charges (msn.com)
The Jan. 6 charges against Trump explained - The Washington Post
''So, while the law may not change the hearts of men, it does change the habits of men. And when you change the habits of men, pretty soon the attitudes and the hearts will be changed. And so there is a need for strong legislation constantly to grapple with the problems we face.'' DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR
In this episode, I talk about Martin Luther king. The message, the promise and the future. I highlight how Dr King understood his actions may cost him his life, but our leaders today are afraid to lose a term in office. Also highlight the relationship between legislation and consciousness of society.
The Hearts and Habits of Men: MLK on Law and Morality | Letters to the Exiles
IN THIS EPISODE, I DISCUSS THE MIDTERM OUTCOMES, CHANGE IN LEADERSHIP, SENATE RACES. LOOKING AHEAD AND PRESIDENTIAL PARDONS.
In this episode, I discussed the midterms. Outcomes of the senate and house races and why the outcomes predicted by the media did not play out that way. The need for Republicans to consider governing differently. The Democratic platform and agenda and why it helped. Laws passed over the last two years. State referendums and ballot measures and Looking into the future.
INTERVIEW WITH ATLANTA JOURNALIST GEORGE CHIDI
In this episode, I had the opportunity of speaking with Atlanta-based journalist George Chidi. Who covers politics, business, crime, and inequality in Atlanta -- often all at once. George has an MBA from Tech. Has being in journalism for over 15 years.
We discuss the state of journalism.
The problem with the current journalistic approach and lack of representation.
Politics in the south.
The challenges officeholders face balancing equity and application of the law. Immigration.
You can find George on twitter @https://twitter.com/neonflag
https://theintercept.com/staff/george-chidi/
https://theatlantaobjective.substack.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhegoOPF2cI
INTERVIEW WITH ATLANTA JOURNALIST GEORGE CHIDI
In this episode, I had the opportunity of speaking with Atlanta-based journalist George Chidi. Who covers politics, business, crime, and inequality in Atlanta -- often all at once. George has an MBA from Tech. Has being in journalism for over 15 years.
We discuss the state of journalism.
The problem with the current journalistic approach and lack of representation.
Politics in the south.
The challenges officeholders face balancing equity and application of the law. Immigration.
You can find George on twitter @https://twitter.com/neonflag
https://theintercept.com/staff/george-chidi/
https://theatlantaobjective.substack.com/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YhegoOPF2cI
In this episode. I discuss the events from this month, primaries in several states, the political stunt by Governor Desantis and Greg Abbot. NATO expansion, FBI Mara Lago raid. INFLATION REDUCTION ACT, STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS AND MORE.
This is part 2 of the 2 part ''WHAT HAPPENED THIS MONTH' where I talk about the events of the month and how it affects society. I cover states who had midterms, bills, veterans, The PACT ACT, war in Ukraine and the nature of congress and how that affects us as a society.
This is a 2 part of ''WHAT HAPPENED THIS MONTH' where I talk about the events of the month and how it affects society. I cover states who had midterms, bills, war in Ukraine and the nature of congress and how that affects us as a society.
In this episode, I discuss the events from May, from the shooting in Texas, GOP primaries, Fed, inflation and other economic outlook. it is good to be back
In this episode, I talk about Martin Luther king. The message, the promise and the future. I highlight how Dr King understood his actions may cost him his life but our leaders today are afraid to lose a term in office.
in this episode I revisit january 6th and focus on how we have lost our way in terms of leadership.
In this episode I cover the topic of inflation, the challenges we face tady. How we got here, potential fed action and looking into 2022
In this episode I focused on the strikes that happened across the nation in the month of October. Something that people don't realize is that unions created the American middle class. We talked about the effects of workers rights, the middle class, the destruction of the American family unit and American dream.
In this episode we talked about governance, reconciliation, debt ceiling, roadblocks to moving legislation and the future.
This month we covered some key events in our society, Which include the withdrawal of U.S troops from Afghanistan, while also highlighting the financial and societal cost of the war. The recent strike amongst Nabisco and its workers and why it is important we pay attention to that.
In this episode. I talk about the labor shortage in America. The main focus here is the Restaurant industry. I highlight some reasons why the shortage exist, the pitiful wages and benefits restaurant workers receive as compared to their peers in other services industry.
Stories From the Great American Labor Shortage - The New York Times (nytimes.com)
Low Wages and Few Benefits Mean Many Restaurant Workers Can’t Make Ends Meet | Economic Policy Institute (epi.org)
Why People Don't Stay In Restaurant Jobs | HuffPost
In this Episode. I talk about freedom. The freedom we have, the freedom we portray and the freedom we need. I also get into how market practices have limited the freedom of the average American.
in this episode. We examine some of the views we consider radical. I pick two politicians Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez and Marjorie Taylor Greene. they have being highlighted by the media as radical. it all depends on which media outlet you listen to or learn towards and I closely examine their positions on guns, religion, human rights, worker's right and criminal justice reform.
In this episode. I discuss some of the thing's we hear growing up in the South and separate ideology from reality. The current practices of the Republican party is in stark comparison to what I was told it was growing up.
In this Episode. I talk about what's going on in the state of Ga, HR 1, and the 5 pillars of a strong modern society. What we can do strengthen and grow these pillars
1) Security
2) Education
3) Healthcare
4) Elections
5) Relationship between worker's and employers (commerce)
In this episode I talk about the new Bill inflation, the politics behind it and why we shouldn't worry about inflation in this bill.
In this episode we discussed impeachment. The outcomes, why that outcome and we look back at the past.
While we have a new President in President Biden. It's a good idea to go back and see how we got President Trump and why his supporters stick with him. Although he is not from the working "forgotten" class or has a track record of experiencing the same struggles this class has suffered in recent American history. He still has a huge base among them and it's important to understand how and why. Its also important to discuss how the next administration and Congress should listen to this class.
I never thought I will say this. The US capitol was attacked and overrun by an angry mob at the encouragement of the current president. President Trump, impeachment proceedings follows. However the apparent lack in leadership continues to be a problem
We have gotten too comfortable with the Republic we have created over the last 240+ years and we seem to forget it wasn't a perfect road. Lots of trial by combat, division and strife but on the other side advancement and respected by both friend and foe. We ought not to lose that and calls like this is how we don't continue that journey.
One of the reasons I started this was because I felt like we have no adults in the room. We lacked leadership. I couldn’t quite point to our MLK or George Washington. Yes it’s easy to idolize history but also we can see when something is off and I know I am not the only one who feels this way.
The thing with 2020 is regardless of your race, gender, sexuality, religion, status, age. You were affected by COVID-19 either directly or indirectly. And if we think about this as a society, how we are all in this together somehow. Maybe we can look past some of our differences and find strength in our shared pain.
In this episode, I discuss the outcome of the election and some ways we can move forward together.
The problem with rushing through a justice goes beyond present politics and has potential to negatively impact American politics for years to come. It can undermine public trust and divide us further.
In this episode, I talk about foreign policy. US foreign policy historically has being mixed with both strength and kindness and I talk about the value of that and why our current deviation from that approach may be detrimental to us.
In this episode, I talk about how decision making in trouble times can be challenging. Unneeded criticism from the president and things to weigh when making decisions.
In this episode. I discuss the lack of leadership in this trying time and make the case for good leadership.
This week, we talked about some of the events going on society. The killing of George Floyd, Breonna Taylor, and Ahmaud Arbery. In light of this events. I also saw some good in our society. A desire for change followed by action not just dialogue. While we have a long way to go for racial equality. This is a start
In this episode. I talk about decisions made by different state governments to help keep people safe.
Due to certain negligent behaviour in the meat packing industries. Communities were hurt by COVID and lives lost. It seem like a businesses were putting profit over people and this is a problem that should be addressed.
In this episode I discuss the FED cutting interest rate in March and while I wasn't fully sure as to why it was being done. I suspected there was trouble and COVID became the trouble. I initially thought the economy was experiencing a slowdown and COVID made it bigger.
In this episode, I talk about the reason for putting this together and I understand that as America evolves the mission may evolve.