Category Archives: Interviews

Jordahl Interview – Podcast November 30, 2025

Posted on December 9, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Woke, Cancel Culture And Tribalism. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome back Mik Jordahl to discuss the concept of Woke. Williamson begins by noting that Woke began when the great blues singer Huddie William Ledbetter (aka Lead Belly) used the … Continue reading →

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Raheb Interview – Podcast November 23, 2025

Posted on December 8, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

The Theology Of Liberation. Steve Williamson welcomes theologian Dr. Mitri Raheb, former pastor of the Christmas Lutheran Church in Bethlehem and founder and president of Dar al-Kalima University in Bethlehem. Raheb combines liberation theology with political action. He says, “The … 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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Emmerich, Mock-Jones Interview – Podcast October 26, 2025

Posted on November 3, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

When Enough Is Enough. Karen McClelland welcomes Jen Emmerich and Janis Mock-Jones to discuss their community activism and the success of their recent “No Kings” march in the Village of Oak Creek. Mock-Jones has been involved in all of 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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Hill Interview – Podcast September 14, 2025

Posted on September 19, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

A Much-Needed Alternative Voice For Arizona. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Jonathon Hill, Democratic candidate for the Arizona Corporation Commission. Currently all five members of the Commission are Republicans, but two of the seats are up for election this … Continue reading →

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Gaza – Podcast September 7, 2025

Posted on September 18, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

A Second Nakba. Steve Williamson welcomes his wife, Jessica, to discuss the asymmetrical war in Gaza, its history, and the Palestinian’s current plight. They note the United States government’s unwavering support for Israel beginning with the Exodus, and the changing … Continue reading →

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Ruiz Interview – Podcast August 31, 2025

Posted on September 11, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

An Educational System With No Guardrails. No Accountability. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Dr. Teresa (Terry) Leyba Ruiz, Democratic candidate for Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction. She has been an educator for 35 years in K-12 and a former … Continue reading →

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Vaughan, Jordahl Interview – Podcast August 24, 2025

Posted on August 31, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

Defending Immigrants Against A Cruel Government. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Mik Jordahl and Grace Vaughan to discuss immigration issues in northern Arizona. Jordahl is an attorney and frequent guest on Democratic Perspective. And Vaughan is Legal Services Program … Continue reading →

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Al-Asady Interview – Podcast August 3, 2025

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Gary LaMaster

The Perspective Of Youth. Steve Williamson and Karen McClelland welcome Sami Al-Asady to the show. Al-Asady is a recent graduate with a political science degree from Arizona State University and a former intern in the Biden White House. He is … Continue reading →

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