Author Archives: Gary LaMaster

Cole Interview – Podcast March 8, 2026

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

Trying To Understand The Iran War. Steve Williamson, Karen McClelland and Gary LaMaster welcome Juan Cole for our final radio broadcast to discuss the Trump regime’s attack on Iran. (After nearly 15 years on KAZM-AM in Sedona, we will be … Continue reading →

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Miller Interview – Podcast March 1, 2026

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

The Many Contrasts Of Arizona History.  Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Prescott activist Glenn Miller to explore the evolution of Arizona political history. They begin by discussing some of the contradictions of Arizona, which saw the state go from … Continue reading →

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Zalecki Interview – Podcast February 22, 2026

Posted on March 8, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

“I Am A Mom, A Grandma And A Veteran. Nothing Scares Me.” Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Lynn Searle, daughter of the late Dick Searle, Democratic Perspective Co-Founder and Treasurer, and Sandy Zalecki, LD1 candidate for Arizona State Representative. … Continue reading →

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Cosentino, Sierra Interview – Podcast February 15, 2026

Posted on February 24, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

Examining The Seismic Societal Change Of AI. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome former co-host Mike Cosentino and his guest Sheran Sierra, who has a multi-faceted career as a digital tech executive, writer, speaker and more.   Their discussion focuses … Continue reading →

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Work Interview – Podcast January 18, 2026

Posted on February 15, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

Remaining Positive In Troubled Times. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome author and activist Robertson Work back to the show. His most recognized work is A Compassionate Civilization: The Urgency of Sustainable Development and Mindful Activism – Reflections and Recommendations. … Continue reading →

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ICE in Minnesota – Podcast January 25, 2026

Posted on February 12, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

Operation Metro Surge Claims Another Victim. Steve Williamson and Gary LaMaster discuss the consequences and the reasons behind the invasion of 3,000 masked and armed federal agents in Minnesota. A violent invasion that has violated the constitutional rights of thousands … Continue reading →

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Boyce, Masters Interview – Podcast January 11, 2026

Posted on January 23, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

The Growing Privacy Threat Of ALPR Surveillance Cameras. Steve Williamson and Mik Jordahl welcome Sandy Boyce and Laura Masters to discuss Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) cameras operated by Flock Safety, and to explain why they helped convince Sedona to … Continue reading →

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Venezuela – Podcast January 4, 2026

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

Return Of Imperialism. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland discuss the Trump regime’s invasion of Venezuela and kidnapping of Venezuelan President Nicolas Maduro. Though Maduro was a brutal dictator who caused millions of people to flee the nation, the invasion and … Continue reading →

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Year-End Review – Podcast December 28, 2025

Posted on January 14, 2026 by Gary LaMaster

A Look Back At The First Year Of Trump’s Second Term. Steve Williamson, Jessica Williamson and Gary LaMaster review what they consider the biggest stories of 2025. Steve focuses on the impact of Trump’s borderline personality on U.S. foreign policy. … Continue reading →

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Pratte Interview – Podcast December 21, 2025

Posted on December 24, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Imagining A Corporation Commission That Serves The People. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Clara Pratte, candidate for Arizona Corporation Commission. Pratte is a member of the Navajo Nation and has a varied and successful background. She has worked for … Continue reading →

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