In this episode, the group and guest Dr. Kenneth Elmore discuss the history of Juneteenth, what this day means to so many people, the politics around it, how it influences and brings to light certain issues in America, and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group dicusses many then when taking a deep dive into democrats vs republicans, such as presidental elections, immigration, bills, and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group returns after a short break to talk about how things are moving in 2024, the upcoming election; why Nikki Haley likely won't be in the election, the concern around President Biden's health, the possible "none of the above" option on ballots, why voting is important and much more…

In this episode we’re joined by Alyse Schwartz, Executive Vice President and Head of Account Management for Digitas, a full-service digital agency for connected brands. Alyse has worked with some of the most recognizable accounts in the world, including Coca-Cola, Delta Air Lines, L'Oreal, Verizon Wireless, BlackRock and FIS. Alyse is also a certif…

Chris Gillespie is founder and CEO of Fenwick Media, a studio for uncommonly clear writing and design – backed by research. Chris began his career in sales and marketing at B2B and technology companies, such as AT&T and Marketo. He’s a unique mix of business strategist, creative writer and entrepreneur. We sat down to discuss trends in marketing an…

Is a long, boring brand message stunting your growth? Jeffrey Pease is an expert in cutting your brand messaging down to grow your business up. He founded Message Mechanics to help businesses simplify their positioning to drive growth. His marketing career kicked off in top firms like Business Objects acquired by SAP and Oracle, where he created th…

Zach Rozga shared his entrepreneurial growth journey as founder and CEO of Thece, a streaming platform for the Gen Z gaming community. Zach is a serial entrepreneur and marketing veteran who observed during COVID that media behaviors were changing and accelerating. His conclusion: Gen Z and gaming was maturing as a massive opportunity for relations…

Matt Cross leads Growth Marketing, Social and Community at Knotch, a content marketing intelligence platform and consultancy. If you’re a member of Knotch’s content marketing community, Pro’s and Content, you’ve likely seen Matt in action. Matt has also worked in roles at tech startups, and even as a trained chef. We sat down to discuss how testing…

Zach Foster recently joined the pod to discuss trends in brand strategy, building flexible A-teams of marketers, modern approaches to research and more. Zach is founder of Foster Brand Strategy, a strategic collective helping brands and agencies use agile research and insights to shape brand strategy that sticks. Zach has led strategy teams at top …

For this episode we’re joined by an incredible marketing and content strategy leader who I’ve admired through my career. David Brown is SVP and Head of Strategy at Knotch, a content intelligence platform, consultancy, and community. David’s leadership track record is impressive – having played executive leadership roles at Ogilvy, Meredith Corporat…

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the 14th Amendment and voting; can candidates be removed from the ballot? Why the electoral college vs. popular vote system may need changing, the benefits of ranked choice voting and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the "Right to Shelter" law, Maura Healey's announcement and current state of dwindling shelter in the state of Massachusetts.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the feeling of deja vu at the moment in America as we find ourselves in another Impeachment trial, another government shutdown, more back and forth between political parties and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the hot topic age and politics. How old is too old to be in office? Covering some recent news regarding Mitch McConnell and Joe Biden. Also covering Hunter Biden's indictment, low approval ratings for both Trump and Biden, another possible government shutdown and more.…

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the Police Raid of a small Kansas newspaper, freedom of the press, the First Amendment and more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss a panoply of topics including the anti-abortion legislation in Ohio, the current polarization in Congress and voting, Trump's legal fees & indictments and more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent indictments against Trump, what he's being called for, what his response has been, how this will (or won't) affect his voter base, the 2024 election and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss Florida and Texas, the backwards policy changes taking place, the stacking of the courts by both parties, the increased polarization in the country, Rudy Giuliani lying and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss their fourth of July traditions, mass shootings that happened over the weekend, how legislation and regulations help, the other components of this problem, and much moreΑπό τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent decisions made by the Supreme Court in the past weeks, whether these decisions are ethical or not, what it means for the future of America, and how this ties into Independence Day as well as Juneteenth.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down with Dr. Ken Elmore, president of Dean College, for a special episode to talk about Juneteenth, what the date signifies, it's recent addition as a recognized U.S. holiday, the important lessons that come with Juneteenth, how African Americans commemorate this day, and much more.…

In this episode, the group sits down to talk about Trump's recent arraignment, the election and how this will affect his position among republican candidates, how democrats are responding, the candidates they have lined up, and third party candidates like Cornel West.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent airing of Trump at Town Hall from CNN; why it was a blunder for the network, how other republicans play into this, how it impacts the upcoming election, the democrats response and more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group is joined by Frank Falvey to discuss the debt ceiling; why the U.S. continues to borrow and go over budget on its loans, the current debt ceiling standoff, what the government is doing (and isn't) and the dangers this could mean for the future of the U.S. and the dollar.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss a smorgasboard of topics on the Supreme Court and its role in US politics, Ethics, the ongoing trial against former president Donald Trump and the U.S. Justice system.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent shooting of Ralph Yarl, a black teen from Kansas City, who was shot after going to the wrong address. They talk over self defense and firearms, the dangers and responsibilities of being a firearm owner, what can be done to mitigate shootings like this from happening in the future and more.…

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent trial around Trump's Indictment; going over the details that have happened so far, what we know about the case, how the state of New York is handling it and more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent trial around Trump's Indictment; going over the details that have happened so far, what we know about a possible Trump arrest, what this would mean for the Republican party, how this is similar to Ronald Reagan and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss "woke" culture, the movement towards progressive principles, how members of the Republican party like Donald Trump have built a platform around anti-wokeness, the anti-war speech coming from the right regarding Ukraine and more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group is joined by new Dean College president Dr. Kenneth Elmore, to discuss the current state of education in the United States; where has modern education improved, what could use improving, is diversity being addressed, and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to talk about the growing problem surrounding gun violence; why this keeps happening, the false conflation between mental health and shootings, what steps need to be taken to mitigate violence, and what the future looks like.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to talk about the recent State of The Union Address from President Biden, what issues he addressed, what things still face the country, Biden's ability to run again for president in 2024 and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to talk about black history month and the recent killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis. What happened at the traffic stop, why police reform is so necessary, what it means to be African American in today's America and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss how congress currently functions, the left vs. right dynamic that's only gotten worse over the years, the past Legislative Reorganization Acts of 1946 and 1970, and what another modern version of that act might entail if passed today.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our countries history with civil rights, where we've been versus where we are now, the work we still have to do, the criticism around the new MLK statue in Boston and more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group is joined by More Perfect Union founder Frank Falvey, to discuss the place of ethics in politics, whether or not there needs to be an ethics test for congress members, the current scandal around George Santos and embezzlement and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group discusses the problem republican's are having appointing a house speaker, how congress works, why this is holding up session, the democratic party's reaction, and so much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group continues reflecting on this past year's episodes, diving back into topics such as The Supreme Court, Women's Rights, Gun Laws & Uvalde, Clean Energy and more, bringing in clips from past episodes and guests such as Peter Canellos (author of The Great Disenter), Jesse Mermell (Democratic Candidate for Congress) and Bob an…

In this episode, the group reflects on this past year's episodes, diving back into topics such as The Supreme Court, Women's Rights, Gun Laws & Uvalde, Clean Energy and more, bringing in clips from past episodes and guests such as Peter Canellos (author of The Great Disenter), Jesse Mermell (Democratic Candidate for Congress) and Bob and Stavroula …

In this episode, the group is joined by Karen Ward and Scott O'Brian, to talk about registered apprenticeships, what happens, the evolving landscape, being prepared to enter the workforce and so much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group is joined by Emerson Claus, long time home builder and Clean Heat Commission member, to continue their discussion on apprenticeships, how they're useful in the trades as well as the rest of the working world, the on-the-job experiences one gains in them and so much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group discusses apprenticeships. The differences between apprenticeships and mentorships, the laws in Massachusetts around them, the value of colleges and the requirement of getting an apprenticeship, workplace experiences and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group discusses the recent 2022 election results; Jeff Roy's reelection to the state house, Maura Healey taking over as Massachusetts's first female state governor as well as being the first openly lesbian governor in the United States, the underwhelming red wave that was predicted to come as a result of this election and the f…

In this episode, the group discusses the ballot questions in the upcoming election; what each one is, what a yes and no vote for each means, and the possible outcomes for the different results.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group discusses Jury Duty; how the system works, their personal experiences and stories with the court system, how a jury reaches a decision and so much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sit down with MPU founder Frank Falvey to discuss the recent move from governor DeSantis of transporting 50 immigrants to Martha's Vineyard, the ethics & thought process behind this action, the current immigration system, the 2022 election, how immigrants are treated in America, and what the future of immigration might lo…

In this episode, the group continues their discussion of the recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II, what this means for the UK, what the future of the monarchy might look like, the pros and cons of a monarchy, the differences between US and UK politics and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II, what this means for the UK, what the future of the monarchy might look like, the pros and cons of a monarchy, the differences between US and UK politics and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the importance of Labor Day, how Unions help workers, current worker conditions and how we can better care for workers, the decline in unions and much more.Από τον WFPR

In this episode, the group continues their discussion with Ted McIntyre, Franklin Resident and Climate Activist, to discuss the climate change situation and Jeff Roy's recent victory on Beacon Hill for climate change activism in Massachusetts. This episode is part two of a two-part conversation with Ted McIntyre on climate change in Massachusetts.…