Understanding Comics, A Rather Colorful Display: The Invisible Art
Comics have come to hold quite an important place in contemporary society. Satire, particularly political commentary, is perhaps closest to its essence when expressed in the visual comic. However, it also can be argued that comics have played a far greater role in the history of humanity, tracing back to all images depicting a sequential number of actions. My guest in this program is Scott McCloud, author of “Understanding Comics, A Rather Colorful Display: The Invisible Art,” a book about the history of comics.
Scott McCloud recommends “Jar of Fools,” by Jason Lutes.
Originally Broadcast: August 27, 1994
A weekly 30 minute review of international news and opinion, recorded from a shortwave radio and the internet. With times, frequencies, and websites for listening at home. 3 files- Highest quality broadcast, regular broadcast, and slow-modem streaming. France 24, NHK Japan, Germany, and Cuba.
Join Patricia Fraser as she counts down the Top Ten Contemporary Celtic tunes for the month past and new additions from today including: The Real McKenzies, Broom Bezzums, Boiled In Lead, Dervish, Haggis X-1, The Ollam and many more. Check the new chart on social media and subscribe to our weekly E-Blast for the full pull. Celt In A Twist from worldbeatinternational.com!
Noise and high fidelity are not mutually exclusive. Heapin' helpins of both from TAKAAT, literally 'noise' in Tamishek, globally-inspired microtonal by Angine de Poitrine, eschewing vocals altogether, Tim Readman debuts Instrumental Arhythmetric. PLUS, new music from the African Jewish diaspora, inspiration from the Song Of Songs and fire from Angelique Kidjo. World Beat Canada Radio!
The man, The Legend....we take a look at the man without shoes....the barefoot man and his live album in a Limburger lounge profile, some cheezy 60s grooves by some weirdos, and a classic TV sitcom star predicts the future with some fortune cookies. It's a mess o cheeze.
Craig Steven Wilder, talks about “Ebony & Ivy: Race, Slavery, and the Troubled History of America's Universities,” which uncovers the truth about race, slavery and the academy. Slavery funded colleges, built campuses, and paid professors. George Prochnik: When It's Too Late to Stop Fascism, According to Stefan Zweig. In the 1930s, Stefan Zweig was the world's most-translated author. He spent the final months of his life furiously writing a memoir - a warning to the future.
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Richie is joined each month by broadcast journalist and author Tony Gosling. On today's show the guys discuss the UK government's national plan to tackle antisemitism, the tentative US-Iran ceasefire and the future of the conflict, the media silence on Russia-Ukraine, food security in the UK and much more.
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Dr. Doreen Lettsome is president of Unlock What's Inside You, Inc., a psychological incarceration specialist, 7 X author, 4 X best-selling author, and educator with over 30 years of experience as a public school teacher.
Today’s conversation covers the recent high-profile murders of Black women by their domestic partners. Dr. Lettsome shares her own personal story of escaping similar circumstances and gives insight into the traumas and trauma responses at play in domestic violence situations.
The recent Supreme Court ruling Louisiana v. Callais not only eviscerated Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act and allowed states to enact discriminatory maps with impunity, it was also a brutal reminder that despite record low approval ratings for the current president, reversing the negative impacts of this administration will be a big job. This week on Sea Change Radio, we enjoy a wide-ranging political conversation with John Stoehr of The Editorial Board. We discuss why holding Trump administration actors accountable should be a primary short-term goal for Democrats, look at how the illegal US/Israeli war against Iran is a bridge too far for many progressives, and touch upon the upcoming Senate race in Maine between Graham Platner and Susan Collins.
Phil opens by discussing the kidnapping of Maduro, and transitions into a substantial commentary on Japan.
In the face of rising Japanese militarism, at the behest of the United States, it's time to remember the judgment of the Tokyo Trial. We need to respect and honour the lessons of World War II.
In Part One of a two-part series, This Way Out examines a growing global wave of anti-LGBTQ legislation spanning Africa, Eastern Europe, and Central Asia, where governments are increasingly criminalizing queer identity under the guise of “morality,” “tradition,” and child protection. The report explores how these laws are being used not only to restrict rights, but also to consolidate political power, echo colonial-era frameworks, and reinforce rising authoritarianism.
The segment draws on analysis from global human rights advocates and regional experts, highlighting how these policies are reshaping daily life for LGBTQ people. It connects legislative crackdowns to real-world consequences, including increased violence, surveillance, and the erosion of safe spaces, as well as the growing suppression of advocacy and community organizing. Despite setbacks in some regions, the report underscores the persistence of grassroots movements and legal advocates working to resist these trends and defend basic human rights, safety, and visibility for LGBTQ communities worldwide.
And in NewsWrap: Russia intensifies its crackdown on LGBTQ communities, with courts labeling advocacy organizations as “extremist.” In the United States, a federal appeals court upholds West Virginia’s ban on Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming surgeries, raising concerns about potential nationwide restrictions on transgender healthcare. In Idaho, transgender residents file suit challenging what advocates describe as one of the most restrictive bathroom laws in the country. Human rights groups issue travel warnings ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America, citing potential risks for LGBTQ people and other marginalized travelers. Meanwhile, Pope Leo XIV comments on same-sex marriage, emphasizing unity within the Church amid ongoing doctrinal debate. Additional international LGBTQ news is reported this week by Joe Boehnlein and Tanya Kane-Parry (News Writer Ebony Joseph, News Producer Brian DeShazor).
