28:58 Transcript Maria Hinojosa 0:00 I just said, Well, if I have a Latino agenda, then you must have a white male agenda. And he was very offended. Isabelle Barbour 0:06 Hello, beautiful WPKN listeners. My name is Isabelle Barbour, and I’d like to welcome you to speak and make check, which comes to you …
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The Brennan Center has reported that in 2023, there were at least 356 voter suppression bills considered by lawmakers in 47 states. No matter what Nancy Pelosi tells me in her emails, chipping in five bucks is not going to increase the health of our democracy. Let’s talk about what will and also about how …
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Dry butts don’t just happen, it takes resources for us to be dry and healthy. Essential supplies like diapers, and menstrual products are expensive and are not included in any governmental support programs for low income families. Diaper banks are making a difference but the need outstrips the supply for these products. This story includes …
Small groups of vocal people around this country are working to make schools and libraries a battle ground for parental rights and restricted access to books and ideas. This played out in a big way in the small picturesque town of Old Lyme, Connecticut. What happened there will continue to shape the town for years …
What is it like to be a queer religious leader in Ron DeSantis’ Florida? What are the implications for the rest of the nation? Come to the Sunshine Cathedral, #myqueerchurch, in Fort Lauderdale Florida to find out.
What do you want for your community? What would it look and feel like? Where would your kids play? How hard would you fight? What would you sacrifice? Members of the New London Connecticut People’s Budget have had to deeply consider these questions and more. Come listen to their story. Shared on WPKN, Mic Check, …
This piece focuses on the humanness of Human Services with a sprinkling of policy for good measure. What does it take to truly support each other? Join staff at Madonna Place for a compelling look at the perils and possibilities of taking care of people amidst policy failures and tight budgets. Sue Murphy from the …
What is it like to be a queer religious leader in Ron DeSantis’ Florida? What are the implications for the rest of the nation? Come to the Sunshine Cathedral, #myqueerchurch, in Fort Lauderdale Florida to find out. This piece aired on 89.5 WPKN Bridgeport CT on 3/5/23. Transcript Rev. Dr. Durrell Watkins (sermon …
Changes in federal policy around the child tax credit and school lunches are poised to exacerbate already rising levels of hunger and food insecurity. Come hear how FRESH New London, a small but mighty organization, is working to take care of people, build power, and change systems in New London, Connecticut. Transcript Alicia McAvay: …
11/6/22 Step Up New London is a Black and Brown parent led organization that fights for equitable solutions that address injustices that New London, Connecticut community members experience in accessing quality education and housing. This podcast tells the story of how and why Step Up was developed. It includes content about the group’s campaign to …
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