The December 27 edition of Warrior Connection was a discussion with author – investigative journalist Bob Koehler on PTSD and also peace- social justice issues based on his column for this week.
Resistance Radio – Raven Gray – 12.27.15
Raven Gray is a visionary writer, educator and activist. A permaculture designer for over 15 years, she is a pioneer of the Transition Towns Movement. In 2007, she founded Transition US, a nonprofit that inspires the emergence of resilient communities that can thrive in the face of today’s environmental and social challenges. Raven holds a BA in “Culture, Ecology and Sustainable Community” and an MSc in “Ecological Education”. She lives in the Point Reyes National Seashore, Northern California.
Economic Update – Capitalism and/or Socialism – 12.27.15
Updates on Spain’s new left government, no NFL money for concussion research, Harvard runs like a business, Fresno research proves widespread hunger. Responses to questions on why corps buyback own shares and why the “new” gig economy is not new. Major topic: comparing old socialism (govt intervenes in econ) to new socialism (democratizing the enterprise).
Expat Files – 12.27.15
-More stories of failed charitable freebee attempts by first-world “do gooders” to save the poor…
-How “do gooders” team up with corporate monsters like Mcdonalds to use so-called acts of charity. The secondary effect is simply to program poor kids into becoming future “Happy Meals” consumers.
-More unique traditions that show up during Latin holiday season (most of these totally unknown by first-world people)
-Reports on two criminal Latin Ex-Presidents: one (from El Salvador) under house arrest for stealing $15 million plus and the other (from Panama) now holed up in Mijami awaiting extradition from the USA.
-Today we discuss the root causes of the massive Latin real estate bubble and why deceptive advertising looks as if it’s keeping parts of it somewhat afloat (but not for long)
A Just Cause – Fighting the Injustice of “Domestic Violence – 12.27.15
The host Cliff Stewart, Lisa Stewart and Lamont Banks talks to Our Special Guest Deputy Director of the Transitional Housing Program Judy Benitez, who has more than 25 years of experience, as an advocate for survivors of gender-based and interpersonal violence.
Energy Stew – Tom Bird – 12.25.15
On this show, I’m interviewing Tom about his new book, “Write/Right From God”. He says it’s the ultimate spiritual experience and a surefire route to a higher level of consciousness and enlightenment.
People work through resistance, fears, beliefs and painful memories that lead to breakthroughs. Tom says that his authors have often cleared years of emotional and physical pain.
Be sure to tune into this show to find out what might flow through and out of you. There might just be a book in you.
Expat Files – 12.25.15
-Latins celebrate the Christmas holidays for virtually months and months at a time. That said, if you yourself are obsessed about the Christmas season you’ll be in great company down here.
-Because Latins go all out for Christmas, most of them are dead broke before the big event even arrives which, oddly enough, is why the local cops are ever so vigilant as the day approaches. Cops love the holidays. “Tis the season” for the cops to squeeze extra cash out of unsuspecting drivers who are perpetually late and in a hurry to get somewhere (it’s a manana society you know). Today we talk about what to do if you get stopped or pulled over. Right off the bat there will be definite signs that indicate a bribe request is forthcoming. We’ll also explain a few tricks you can use to try to get out of it.
-Today I’ll describe my own very recent traffic stop- Christmas bribe/extortion story. Not to worry, it does have a somewhat happy ending. Listen now to hear how it took me a half hour to wiggle my way out of a sticky situation, when confronted with some crooked cops.
-In a late breaking email, a gringo listener (with a Colombian wife) describes some of the more common and clever new neighborhood extortion schemes that have been popping up in working class residential areas in Colombia, specifically in and around Barranquilla. Could it happen to me, you, or other Expats to? Should we be worried?
Listen and find out…
The Final Edition – 12.24.15
Episode 162: It’s The Most Wonder Time Of The FEAR. Be very afraid.’
LOA Today – 12.24.15
Will Christmas ever come? Will I get what I want for Christmas? Those are the questions that countless children wonder about every year. When they become adults, they wonder the same thing about the Law of Attraction. They wonder if the thing they’re trying to manifest will ever come.
We call this week’s show, “Waiting For Christmas”.
Leid Stories – 12.24.15
It’s ‘Free Your Mind Friday!’ A Whole Day Early!
The Grinch steals tomorrow, but “Free Your Mind Friday” won’t be among his Christmas loot. It’s “Free Your Mind Thursday” on Leid Stories—the gift of gab a whole day early!
Add your distinctive flavor to this tasty intellectual soup. Call in (888-874-4888) and dish on the issues of the day.