Category Archives: Civil Liberties

Ginzel Interview – Podcast April 13, 2025

Posted on April 14, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Saving Democracy One Conversation At A Time. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome activist Kat Ginzel to discuss her success in organizing Democrats in a rural, red district. After Ginzel became a Precinct Captain, she learned that, despite appearances, many … Continue reading →

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Casteen Interview – April 6, 2025

Posted on April 12, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Holding The Line Between Church And State. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Jeanne Casteen Executive Director of Secular Arizona, Arizona’s voice for the separation of religion and government. As Karen states, “secular” does not mean atheist. The organization simply … Continue reading →

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Williamson Interview – Podcast March 30, 2025

Posted on April 7, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Why Government Is Necessary For A Civilized Society. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Sedona City Councilor Jessica Williamson to discuss the positives of government. Steve begins by noting that most Americans thought highly of government coming out of the … Continue reading →

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Horstman Interview – Podcast March 23, 2025

Posted on March 29, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

How Trump’s Chaos Impacts Counties. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Patrice Horstman, Coconino County Supervisor, attorney and Democratic activist to the show. Horstman begins by saying, “County government, especially right now with what’s going on in the federal government … Continue reading →

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Trump Regime’s First 20 Days – Podcast February 9, 2025

Posted on February 10, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

The Felon-in-Chief’s First 20 Days In Office. Steve Williamson, Karen McClelland and Gary LaMaster review the actions of the new Trump Regime and Project 2025. We begin by reminding listeners that many psychologists have diagnosed Trump as a sociopath and … Continue reading →

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Abuseif Interview – Podcast January 12, 2025

Posted on January 26, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Islamophobia: “The Last Bastion of Tolerable Hate.” Steve Williamson and guest host Mik Jordahl welcome Azza Abuseif, CAIR Arizona’s Executive Director. She came to the U.S. as a refugee in 1999 from Sudan via Egypt. Though CAIR’s focus is clearly … Continue reading →

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Jordahl Interview – Podcast December 8, 2024

Posted on December 25, 2024 by Gary LaMaster

Israel, Jim Crow, And Their Impact On Our Elections. Steve Williamson welcomes Mik Jordahl and his son Lincoln to the show to discuss events in the Middle East, generational political differences, and the recent presidential election. Mik and Lincoln have … Continue reading →

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Election Results – Podcast November 10, 2024

Posted on November 11, 2024 by Gary LaMaster

Have You No Sense Of Decency? That has to be the question asked of the majority of America’s voters. It will be difficult for future generations to understand how a serial liar and sexual predator who was twice impeached, indicted … Continue reading →

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Singal Interview – Podcast September 29, 2024

Posted on October 7, 2024 by Gary LaMaster

Analyzing The 2024 Elections. Steve and Jessica Williamson welcome our favorite political prognosticator, Dan Singal, back to the show. Singal is Emeritus Professor of History and Hobart and William Smith Colleges in Geneva, New York. Singal has a history of … Continue reading →

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Nerenberg Interview – Podcast August 25, 2024

Posted on October 5, 2024 by Gary LaMaster

The Ongoing Destruction Of Palestine. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Daniel Nerenberg, Education and Communication Specialist for Just Vision, back to the show to discuss the current situation in Gaza and the West Bank. During the lengthy conflict more … Continue reading →

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