Category Archives: Cultural Change

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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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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Sommer, Mahan Interview – Podcast November 2, 2025.

Posted on November 4, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Addressing The Mythology Of Climate Change. Karen McClelland welcomes Stefan Sommer and Erin Mahan of NAZCCA (Northern Arizona Climate Change Alliance) to discuss the impending climate crisis. Mahan is also Vice-President of Membership and Regulatory Affairs of SunSpec Alliance, a … Continue reading →

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Christelle, Goodwin Interview – Podcast July 27, 2025.

Posted on August 2, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

The Ethical Challenges Of AI. Steve Williamson welcomes Matt Goodwin and Andrea Christelle to discuss Artificial Intelligence (AI). Both have PhDs in philosophy and have helped create Sedona Philosophy. Asked to define AI,  Matt responds, “Well, right now, what everyone … Continue reading →

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The Trump Effect – Podcast March 2, 2025

Posted on March 10, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Switching Sides. On this episode of Democratic Perspective, the co-hosts along with frequent guest Mik Jordahl discuss the Trump administration’s impact on foreign relations. In the first few weeks of Trump’s second term, we have seen Trump shutter USAID, threaten … Continue reading →

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Helstein Interview – Podcast December 1, 2024

Posted on December 5, 2024 by Gary LaMaster

Will Traditional Media Be Replaced By Social Media? Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Charles Helstein of KAZM, Mellow Mountain Radio in Sedona, to discuss the current mediascape and its impact on political and social issues. (KAZM, of course, has … Continue reading →

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Reimer, Chaikin Interview – Podcast September 22, 2024

Posted on October 5, 2024 by Gary LaMaster

Small Steps Can Have A Big Impact On Climate Change. Steve Williamson welcomes Frances “Frankie” Reimer, PhD and Peggy Chaikin to discuss the climate crisis. They begin by offering details about a new tool-sharing program through the library in Sedona … Continue reading →

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Post Interview – Podcast February 11, 2024

Posted on February 13, 2024 by Gary LaMaster

The Latest Republican Attacks On The Constitution, Diversity, Migrants, Voting And Common Sense. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Dianne Post back to the show. Post is an attorney, activist, author, and teacher who specializes in human rights and women’s … Continue reading →

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Habern Interview – Podcast August 14, 2023

Posted on August 16, 2023 by Gary LaMaster

The First Rule Of Politics Is Simply Showing Up. Karen McClelland welcomes Llama Habern, Precinct Leader and Field Organizer for the Yavapai County Democratic Party. It’s been said that politics is not a spectator sport – that if you care … Continue reading →

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