After Hostage/Prisoner Exchange Next Steps in Gaza Ceasefire Deal Are Vague & Lack Enforcement Mechanisms; Marine Veteran Recounts Israel’s 1967 Attack on US ship during Six Day War & its Lasting Impact; Federal Government Shutdown Exposes Crisis in Long Failing U.S. Healthcare System.
UNIFOR can act on its own rhetoric: "Our jobs, our plant, our community" must mean public ownership. Doug unifFord will bluster for votes but never cross auto moguls.
Is America’s love affair with billionaires actually an abusive relationship? This week on Sea Change Radio, we speak to author Chuck Collins whose new book, Burned By Billionaires, helps us better understand why having so many ultra-wealthy individuals in this country has a deleterious effect on society. We discuss what Collins calls the idolatry of wealth, look at examples of billionaires harming the environment and the public good (such as in the explosive growth in the private aviation sector), and then break down some practical ways to help solve the problem.
The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit Show - A musical mid-life crisis -- a late-night search for meaning and happiness airs on WRIR LP Monday nights from 9 PM to 11 PM. Stream the show @ www.wrir.org
Joe and Anthony get together in the same studio for their first official broadcast in the same room and it was a blast.If I could twiddle I would and we're looking more to live casts for you all! Visit chiampa.org and tune in live every other Monday at 8pm est / 7 pm central
Lincoln’s “Lover of Men” saga continues; the “Rainbow Rewind” marks more speaking up and coming out anniversaries in October; the top U.S. court considers conversion therapy bans, Colombia’s Constitutional Court spikes a volleyball league’s trans ban, Florida’s rainbow crosswalk war hits Miami Beach, an FBI trainee is fired by petty Director Patel for a desktop Pride flag, Canadian PM Carney fails to defend his enby kid during Trump’s Oval Office anti-trans tirade, and more LGBTQ news from around the world.
"Heritage, Hip Hop, and Hustle: Jesse Flores at Intercept Music"
“Joining us today is Jesse Flores, Vice President of Artist and Label Partnerships at Intercept Music. A veteran music executive, Jesse has worked with legends from Ice Cube to Stephen Marley, building careers and global audiences. Proudly half Puerto Rican and half Mexican American, he brings both deep industry expertise and cultural passion to empowering independent artists—especially in the thriving hip hop scene.”
ABOUT JESSE
Jesse Flores is an accomplished music industry executive with more than two decades of experience in artist development, label relations, and business strategy. He currently serves as Vice President of Artist and Label Partnerships at Intercept Music, where he leads initiatives to empower independent musicians and labels through innovative distribution, marketing, and monetization tools. Flores brings a forward-thinking approach to connecting artists with the digital resources they need to thrive in today’s evolving music landscape.
Before joining Intercept Music, Jesse held key positions with Virgin Music Group, Lyric Financial, EMI/Capitol, and UMG/PolyGram, where he built a reputation for bridging creative talent and business opportunity. Over his career, he’s collaborated with major artists including Stephen Marley, DJ Premier, Ice Cube, Tyrese, and E-40. A passionate advocate for artist empowerment, Jesse continues to shape new pathways for independent creators—helping them grow their audiences, own their work, and build sustainable careers in the global music industry.
ABOUT INTERCEPT MUSIC
After you’ve created your music with the help of band members, songwriters, engineers, producers, and graphic artists, you need to master social media marketing, distribution, playlists, press releases, reviews, online advertising, licensing, and merchandising.
This can be overwhelming, and many artists settle for doing only a few of the things that they need to break out. Our goal is to change this paradigm. All the technologies an artist needs to distribute and market their craft should exist in one place. We believe in leveraging technology to do the majority of the work to keep it simple.
The music industry is a fragmented marketplace. Many services must come together for your success. If you have a label backing you, that’s easy. The label does everything, and you focus on your music in exchange for a big chunk of profit. However, if you’re on your own the learning curve is steep.
Our software and services are built on proven processes utilized by established acts and key industry leaders. They will continue to evolve as the music industry does. Intercept Music is an unbeatable suite of artist-focused services backed by people responsible for millions of dollars in record sales
CONTACT
WEBSITE: interceptmusic.com
EMAIL: jesse.flores@interceptmusic.com
PHONE: 415.226.9959
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The Appalachian Sunday Morning is a two hour all Gospel Music Radio program with radio station & program host Danny Hensley. The program is recorded live each Sunday morning while being broadcast on 91.7 FM Community radio and streamed world wide on www.sbbradio.org.
This program is uploaded to SoundCloud, RSS.com, radio4all, Podbean and iTunes to mention a few.
Anybody getting arrested will be stressed - even more so if she's the mother of a child under 4 years of age who is housed with her in prison. In Kenya, many women facing criminal charges have no education or tools to defend themselves against an unfair sentence. The Kituo cha Sheria Legal Advice Centre created a special facility in a maximum security prison to train women inmates in paralegal skills - and care for their young children while they train. The effort has strong support from Kenya's prison administration - in part because it helps reduce prison overcrowding.
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Is Earth a casino of chance where catastrophe decides the survivors? Dive in with this timely replay interview with climate extinction expert Dr. Peter Ward. A new study finds 41,000 Americans die due to wildfire smoke. That almost doubles by 2050, with economic losses greater than any other threat from warming. Details coming up. The new Global Tipping Points Report 2025 is just breaking. We prepare with last years chat with Lead Author Dr. Tim Lenton, University of Exeter UK.
Indigenous in Music with Larry K - Mitchell Makoons in our Spotlight Interview (Roots Rock)
Welcome to Indigenous in Music with Larry K. Today we welcone Mitchell Makoons, a Métis–Annishabee singer-songwriter whose roots rock sound is capturing hearts across Canada. Mitchell shares stories of healing, identity, and cultural pride through music. Today he’s here to talk about his debut album Lady Boots and his new singles,” he’s a powerful new voice in Indigenous music.
Mitchell Makoons is featured in our current issue of the SAY Magazine, read all about Mitchell at our homepage at www.indigenousinmusicandarts.org/past-shows/mitchell-makoons.
Enjoy music from Mitchell Makoons, The Band Blackbird, Quiltman, Elispie, Beatrice Deer, TRIBZ, Shauit, Face-T, J. Pablo, Raven Reid, Nathan Cunningham, Rellik, Kalliah and Black, Los Amigos Invisibles, Irv Lyons Jr., Melody McArthur, Jahkota, XAXO, Jota Quest, LILI, Bomba Estero, Elastic Bond, W.T Goodspirit, Sara Kae, Francis Baptiste, Eagle & Hawk, Thea May, Old Soul Rebel, Cactus Rose NYC and much more.
Visit us on our home page to learn about us and our programs at www.indigenousinmusicandarts.org, check into our Two Buffalo Studios and our SAY Magazine Library to find out all about our Artists and Entrepreneurs.
Don't miss this week's show for your usual hit of vintage blues, country, gospel, pop and whatever. You'll hear Sonny Boy Williamson II, Lulu Belle & Scotty, the Dixie Hummingbirds, Les Paul and Mary Ford and, of course - some baseball songs. Go Jays! You'll also hear newer music from fellow-travellers Weepin' Dave and David Wilcox.
After two years of relentless war, staggering loss, and global outrage, a ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas has finally taken effect. Brokered by U.S. President Donald Trump and shaped through intense negotiations in Egypt, Qatar, and the United Nations, this deal marks the first phase of a 20-point peace framework aimed at halting the violence in Gaza and initiating a path toward resolution.
The immediate terms are clear: a cessation of hostilities, the release of all remaining Israeli hostages held in Gaza, the freeing of nearly 2,000 Palestinian prisoners, and the partial withdrawal of Israeli troops to a designated “yellow line.” Humanitarian aid is expected to surge into Gaza, where famine and devastation have left entire neighborhoods unrecognizable.
But beneath the surface of this diplomatic breakthrough lies a web of unresolved tensions and fragile trust. The deal’s success—or failure—will hinge on several critical factors:
What Could Make the Deal Succeed
• Mutual Exhaustion: After two years of war, both sides are battered. Israel faces mounting international isolation, while Hamas confronts internal pressure from regional allies and a population devastated by conflict. This weariness may create the rare conditions for compromise.
• Hostage and Prisoner Exchange: The release of hostages and prisoners is a powerful symbolic and political gesture. If executed smoothly, it could build momentum and goodwill for further phases of the agreement.
• International Oversight and Aid: The involvement of Arab states, European partners, and the U.S. in monitoring the ceasefire and delivering aid could stabilize the situation and prevent immediate relapse into violence.
• Regional Diplomacy: Countries like Egypt, Qatar, and Italy have signaled willingness to support reconstruction and peacekeeping efforts. Their engagement could help mediate future disputes and ensure compliance.
What Could Make the Deal Fail
• Disarmament Disputes: Israel insists that Hamas must fully disarm before the war is considered over. Hamas, however, has stated it will only surrender weapons to a future Palestinian state—not to Israel. This fundamental disagreement could derail the entire process.
• Netanyahu’s Political Calculations: Netanyahu has a history of undermining ceasefires under pressure from hardliners. If domestic politics shift or military provocations resume, the deal could collapse.
• Lack of Trust and Accountability: Previous ceasefires have been broken—often without consequence. Without robust enforcement mechanisms, Netanyahu may do whatever it takes to avoid accountability or obstruct justice—simply by breaking the ceasefire
• Unclear Governance of Gaza: The deal leaves open the question of who will govern Gaza post-conflict. If no inclusive and legitimate administration emerges, chaos could return, and the ceasefire could become a temporary lull rather than a lasting peace.
A Moment of Possibility
This ceasefire is not a resolution—it is a fragile opening. Whether it becomes a bridge to justice or a brief pause before renewed devastation depends on the choices made in the coming days. The people of Gaza and Palestine deserve more than symbolic gestures. They deserve safety, dignity, and a future free from siege and fear.
As we watch this moment unfold, we must ask: Will the world hold its breath—or hold its ground?
