Category Archives: Ethics

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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Voter Suppression – Podcast October 12, 2025

Posted on October 14, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

MAGA’s Decades-Long Attacks On Voting. Steve Williamson, Karen McClelland and Gary LaMaster detail the many attempts by MAGA (formerly known as the Republican Party) to prevent Democratic-leaning populations, especially people of color, from voting. Dating back to at least the … Continue reading →

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Kinsella, Ploog Interview – Podcast September 21, 2025

Posted on September 25, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Sedona’s Council/Mayoral Conflict. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Sedona City Counselors, Kathy Kinsella and Holly Ploog to discuss numerous issues facing the city. The most concerning is the recent conflict between Mayor Scott Jablow and the council, which resulted … Continue reading →

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Consequences of Trump – Podcast August 10, 2025

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Lasting Consequences Of The Trump Regime. Steve Williamson, Karen McClelland and Gary LaMaster examine the consequences of a president who blithely violates the Constitution, who uses tariffs (quite literally a tax on consumers) to shake down allies and other nations, … 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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Post Interview – Podcast June 29, 2025

Posted on July 5, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Chaos, Confusion And Intimidation. Karen McClelland welcomes one of our favorite guests back to the show to discuss the Supreme Court ruling barring federal judges from issuing national injunctions. Dianne Post, as you may know, is an attorney whose career … Continue reading →

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Trump’s Henchmen – Podcast May 18, 2025

Posted on May 20, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Miller, Patel, Bondi, Noem And The ICEstapo. Following some astounding testimony before congressional committees, we take a hard look at some of the architects and executioners of the Trump regime’s illegal and unconstitutional acts. Not only has the regime kidnapped … Continue reading →

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Rise of Fascism – Podcast May 11, 2025

Posted on May 12, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Scapegoats, Discrimination And Greed. We begin the episode by discussing the continuing ethnic cleansing in Gaza and the Trump regime’s scapegoating of minorities, including pro-Palestinian protesters who have been labeled as antisemites in an obvious attempt to control universities and … 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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