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Roifield Brown delves deep into the escalating crisis between Israel and Palestine, particularly focusing on the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel. The episode features a diverse panel of voices, including Yehudah Mirsky, a Professor of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies; Dr. Ibrahim Horoub, a Palestinian professor from Bethlehem University; Moav Vardi, a prominent Israeli journalist; and Mohammad Manasrah, an educator from the West Bank.Quotes:"I've always believed in the two-state solution, firmly upholding that the Palestinian people deserve their own state, one that can live alongside an Israel where its citizens can feel secure and safe." - Roifield Brown"There is a humanitarian crisis actually happening now in Gaza because of the Israeli bombing and the blockade of the Gaza Strip." - Dr. Ibrahim Horoub"It's something that we never witnessed. It's something like the pogroms against the Jews in 19th century Russia." - Moav VardiAll speakers touched upon the humanitarian crisis unfolding in Gaza due to the Is

Host: Roifield Brown, currently in Ottawa, Canada.- Guest: George Laws Garcia from the Puerto Rico statehood council. With over 18 years of experience in public policy and government intergovernmental affairs. Advised governors, members of Congress, federal agencies, and national nonprofit organizations.- Discussion Topics: - Comparison of Washington DC's and Puerto Rico's drive towards statehood. - The unique challenges both territories present to the U.S. and its governance. - The role of the Puerto Rico Statehood Council in advancing equality and democracy for Puerto Rico's U.S. citizens. - The civil rights issue surrounding Puerto Rico's status and the limitations faced by its citizens. - The history of U.S. territories and their journey to statehood. - The 2020 non-binding plebiscite in Puerto Rico where 52.5% voted for statehood. - The internal politics of Puerto Rico and its alignment with U.S. political parties. - The work of the Puerto Rico Statehood Council an

Cory Bernard political commentator from ManchesterZee Cohen-Sanchez - Director Of Operations at campaign operation Sole Strategies in NevadaLeah Brown FRSA Founder and CEO Broadstairs Consulting Ltd broadstairs KentAram Fischer, california political activist and strategistSteve O’Neil political adviser and the host of the No mans Land podcastUS Politics:Examination of Kevin McCarthy's short tenure as speaker and its implications for the Republican Party.Analysis of the divisions within the Republican Party and the potential consequences for governance.Insight into the unprecedented ousting of McCarthy and the role of the far-right faction in this decision.Speculation on potential future leaders of the Republican Party and the challenges they might face.Exploration of the GOP's internal strife and its potential impact on the 2024 elections.UK Politics:Overview of the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester.Examination of the party's identity and direction, with a focus on Rishi Sunak's leadership and Suell

Podcast Show Notes Summary:Host: Roifield BrownThis episode delves deep into the political landscapes of the U.S. and the U.K, dissecting the unique government shutdown in the U.S. and exploring the implications of Keir Starmer's stance on Brexit in the U.K.U.S. Government Shutdown:Main Discussion: The podcast explores the current government shutdown in the United States, highlighting its distinctiveness as it emerges from a power struggle within the House of Representatives.Guests: The episode features a panel of political experts and strategists including Aram Fisher, Zee Cohen Sanchez, Logan Phillips, Leah Brown, and Tanye Altrade, who provide their insights and analyses on the political dynamics and repercussions of the shutdown.Key Points:The shutdown is marked by a lack of serious negotiations and progress in Congress, with discourse reduced to grandstanding and personal attacks.Various services are impacted, including food inspection, disaster funds, and national parks.The episode delves into the histo

Guests: - Professor Carl Chinn, MBE A historian, he's a broadcaster and author.- Jane Hayes She's an award winning, the award winning politics and people editor of Birmingham Live- Jez Collins The founder of the Birmingham musical archive,- Alex Yip Conservative councillor for the city of Birmingham representing Sutton Coldfield Wylde GreenOverview: In this episode, host Roifield Brown talks about the multifaceted crisis Birmingham is experiencing, focusing on the city's financial predicament, historical context, social conditions, economic disparities, and the impact of austerity measures. The discussion delves deep into the reasons behind Birmingham’s current situation, including the disparity between the bustling city centre and the poverty-stricken suburbs, reflecting on the essentiality of restoring power to local governments and a need for tangible solutions to alleviate the numerous challenges Birmingham faces.Key Points Discussed: 1.  Existential Crisis: Birmingham is undergoi

In this podcast episode, host Roifield Brown is joined by a diverse panel, including political pollster Logan Phillips, Doug Levy, Tonye Altrade, Zee Cohen Sanchez and the Manchester native Corey Bernard. The episode begins with a deep dive into President Biden's recent speech at the United Nations General Assembly, focusing on themes of reconciliation, global collaboration, and addressing climate change. The panel discusses Biden's message to China, the significance of his visit to Vietnam, and the evolving landscape of global politics.The conversation then shifts to the importance of foreign affairs in American politics. Logan Phillips emphasises the role of crisis in elevating foreign policy as an election issue and highlights the impact of global events on voter priorities. The panel delves into Biden's foreign policy approach and its implications for the United States' global standing.The episode also explores Birmingham's financial crisis, shedding light on the city's challenges, including equal pay cla

In this episode of the "Mid Atlantic" podcast, host Roifield Brown discusses the ongoing impeachment proceedings against President Joe Biden with a panel of guests. The panel includes Emma Burnell, a UK journalist in London; Zee Cohen Sanchez, a political strategist in Nevada; Logan Phillips, a political pollster in D.C.; Tonya Altraide, a philosopher and non-conformist in London; and Steve O'Neill, the ex-deputy head of policy with the Liberal Democrats, also in London.The discussion revolves around the impeachment inquiry's lack of concrete evidence linking President Biden to any wrongdoing, focusing instead on his son Hunter Biden's business dealings. The panel explores why some Republicans are pushing for this impeachment, with Zee Cohen Sanchez suggesting it may be a desperate attempt to regain support, especially among the MAGA wing of the party.Logan Phillips provides polling insights, indicating that most Americans believe Hunter Biden profited from his father's position but don't see direct involveme

In this episode, Roifield introduces Max Sklar, the creator of the Local Maximum podcast. Max is known for his exploration of tech, math, and political philosophy with leading experts. He played a key role in developing Foursquare's city guide rating system, combining data from 120 million global points of interest and 500 million data points.The conversation delves into the future disruption caused by AI and the critical ethical and regulatory considerations governments face, such as mitigating bias in algorithms and strengthening privacy protections. Max shares his optimistic but cautious perspective on AI's future, acknowledging the incredible possibilities while highlighting potential pitfalls. They discuss concerns around AI consolidation in the hands of a few companies and its potential to influence governments.The conversation explores the balance between AI's potential for creativity and personal creation while acknowledging the risk of retreating into echo chambers. Max emphasises the power of genera

Mid Atlantic" podcast, host Roifield Brown delves into the temperature around race, immigration, and hate in the US and the UK. He gathers a panel of experts to discuss the recent racially motivated attack in Florida and its connection to far-right extremism. The attack resulted in the deaths of three individuals, carried out by a white 24-year-old who left behind a disturbing manifesto. The Justice Department is investigating it as a hate crime and an act of racially motivated political extremism.The panelists include Logan Phillips, a political pollster in DC; Denise Hamilton, a professional speaker and thought leader; Doug Levy, a freelance writer and communication strategy expert; and Corey, a political pundit from the UK.They discuss the persistence of hate-fueled ideologies and their impact on society, especially focusing on the rise of racially motivated attacks in the US. They also explore how some Republican politicians, including Ron DeSantis, are perceived as fostering an environment where far-righ

In this podcast episode, we introduce a diverse group of individuals who share their insights and perspectives on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in our lives. Roifield Brown serves as our host, guiding the conversation through a range of viewpoints.Laura Babcock, hailing from Hamilton, Canada, brings her expertise as a communication strategist and media commentator who has harnessed AI for writing, editing, and design. Her enthusiasm for AI's creative potential and innovative capabilities is palpable, tempered by a keen awareness of the ethical and social challenges that demand regulation and education.On the other side of the spectrum, we have Zee Cohen Sanchez in Nevada, USA, a political strategist who approaches AI with skepticism. Having utilized AI sparingly for photo editing, Zee raises thought-provoking questions about AI's impact on democracy, privacy, and human dignity, highlighting concerns about reliability, accountability, and sources.Moving on to Washington, DC, we meet Logan Phillips,

Todays podcast explores America's Flawed Justice System. Today's guest is esteemed awyer Stephen B. Bright, a renowned in law and justice advocate. We delve into Stephen's book, "The Fear of Too Much Justice." which reveals systemic failures in the US criminal justice system, highlighting inequality, injustice, and its struggles for fair trials.Stephen's experience includes teaching law at Yale and Georgetown, directing the Southern Center for Human Rights, and advocating in Supreme Court capital cases. The conversation begins with Stephen explaining his drive to expose US justice inequalities after handling death penalty cases since 1979. The US stands out for its deeply flawed justice system due to elected prosecutors and judges, politics driving cases, and power imbalances favouring the powerless.Historically, remnants of slavery influence the system, seen in the racial bias of the death penalty, particularly in the South. Stephen shares the tragic case of Glenn Ford, wrongly sentenced to death, who suffer

In this episode, a diverse panel discusses two topics: the global impact of women's sports and the latest indictment of Donald J. Trump in Georgia. The indictment raises questions about the intersection of justice and politics, impacting the 2024 election. The panel includes Michael Donoghue, an author and political enthusiast from Los Angeles; Logan Phillips, a political pollster from DC; Corey Bernard, a political affairs expert from Manchester; and Leah Brown, CEO of Broadstairs Consulting from Kent. The discussion starts with the complexity of Trump's trial, the role of judges' appointments, and the challenges of separating politics from justice. Despite the foundational principle of unbiased justice, there's heightened attention to judge appointments based on party affiliation. The panel acknowledges that while the desire for a fair trial exists, the reality often involves political considerations. The conversation shifts to polling data. Polls show decreasing trust in the justice system, particularly am

In this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown welcomes Emma Burnell, a UK journalist in London; Logan Phillips, a political pollster in Washington, D.C. and Corey Bernard, a political pundit in Manchester. The discussion revolves around a pivotal political moment in the United States. The main topic is a Republican proposed constitutional amendment, Issue One, which faced a resounding defeat in a recent special election. The amendment aimed to raise the threshold for future constitutional amendments from a simple majority to 60%. The defeat was seen as an attempt to hinder an upcoming referendum and garnered national attention due to its implications for abortion rights.The conversation delves into the impact of the defeat on abortion rights supporters and the connection between the proposed amendment and women's health care decisions. The panelists discuss the polling data and the landslide nature of the defeat, with little middle ground between the predictions. They highlight similar instances in o

In today's episode Roifield speaks to powerhouse panel to discuss the recent indictment of Donald J. Trump. Panelists include UK-based journalist Emma Burnell, political strategist Zee Cohen Sanchez, political pollster Logan Phillips, diversity speaker Denise Hamilton, and freelance writer Doug Levy.The indictment revolves around Trump's role in the January 6th attack on the Capitol, where he stands accused of inciting the crowd to storm the Capitol and spreading false claims about the 2020 election. Trump now faces his third criminal indictment in four months, making it the most serious charge he has faced. Despite legal challenges, Trump remains a front runner for the Republican Party's 2024 presidential nominee.The panel explores the potential impact of the indictments on his candidacy and the broader political landscape, considering his unpopularity with many American voters while still having a dedicated base of supporters. The panel discusses the delay in filing the indictments and the role of the Janua

In this episode, we explore Elon Musk's fascination with the letter X and its impact on Twitter's rebranding. Our panel of experts includes Mekey Gabriel, a financial and economic expert from Houston, Corey Bernard, a political pundit from Manchester, Leah Brown from Kent, and Zee Cohen Sanchez, a political activist and CEO from New York.Twitter's recent rebranding to "X" has sparked heated discussions. Zee expresses skepticism, believing that Twitter's iconic branding was a key strength, and this move risks alienating its long-time users. Corey highlights Twitter's influence on political discourse, describing it as both democratising and contributing to the debasement of politicians. Leah adds that Twitter's power lies in diversifying perspectives, but it also coarsens dialogue and debases expertise. Zee points out that Twitter's threads may not fully replace the unique features of the platform. Still, they could have potential if further developed, but the current shift to "X" raises concerns about the plat

In this edition of Mid Atlantic, Roifield Brown discusses the aftermath of recent triple by-elections in Britain, which have been bad news for the Tories. Labour secured victories in Selby and Anstey, overturning a significant Tory majority, while the Liberal Democrats unseated the Conservatives in Somerton and Frome.The by-elections were triggered by Boris Johnson's resignation, and the Tories managed to hold on to his old seat in Uxbridge and South Ryslip with a reduced majority. These by-elections highlight UK voters' increasing tactical decision-making, leading to shifting fortunes for parties in different constituencies.The discussion delves into the significance of each by-election and their potential implications for Rishi Sunak and the Tories. While the results are bad for the Tories, Corey Bernard argues they are not as disastrous as predicted. The program also explores the impact of local issues on election outcomes, particularly in Uxbridge and South Ryslip.Additionally, the conversation touches up

Roifield Brown is back home in Birmingham, England, with guests Denise Hamilton, CEO of Watch her Work from Houson, Texas, Leah Brown, CEO of Broadstairs Consulting from Kent, UK, and Jared Kobek, a Turkish American writer from Los Angeles, US. They discuss the potential implications of President Biden seeking re-election at the age of 82 and whether concerns about his age are valid. Jared believes ageism is at play, while Denise values wisdom and effectiveness over age-related concerns. Leah suggests that succession planning is an issue and that Biden's ego may influence his decision-making.They discuss President Biden's potential re-election at 82 years old.Jared defends Biden, stating age prejudice might be influencing opinions.Denise values wisdom and effectiveness over age-related concerns, praising Biden's track record.Leah suggests the issue lies in the lack of succession planning and continuity in politics.The discussion touches on Biden's occasional tripping and speech impediment.Jared mentions Biden

In this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown engages in a conversation with Logan Phillips, the head of The Race to the White House website, to analyse the Republican Party's presidential primaries. They discuss the historical context of large Republican candidate fields and explore whether it reflects media opportunism or ideological diversity within the party. The discussion covers various declared runners and riders in the current GOP primary race, including Donald Trump, Chris Christie, Ron DeSantis, Nikki Haley, Mike Pence, Vivek Ramaswamy, Tim Scott, Larry Elder, Asa Hutchinson, and Doug Burgum. The conversation also touches upon the long-shot candidates and their chances of success. Throughout the episode, Brown and Phillips provide insights into the motivations and strategies of these candidates, as well as their potential impact on the future of the Republican Party. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Roifield Brown discusses the latest research from the Institute of Economics and Peace with Thomas Morgan. The study reveals that conflict-related deaths in 2022 were the highest of this century, occurring across various conflicts worldwide. While global GDP has risen alongside these deaths, the correlation between prosperity and conflict is complex. Factors such as good governance and a sound business environment contribute to reducing conflict, but they are not sufficient on their own. Additionally, the decline in violence within countries does not necessarily guarantee a permanent reduction in conflict deaths. Technological advancements and the internationalization of conflicts are identified as key factors behind the deadliness of contemporary conflicts. The proliferation of drones and the involvement of external actors have increased the duration and intensity of conflicts, resulting in higher casualties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we look at the political news surrounding Trump and the ex-UK PM Johnson and ask why Republicans can't do what the Conservative Party in the UK can: dump a political leader who has passed his sell-by date. Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 charges, including 31 counts of willful retention of national defence information, after being indicted by the Department of Justice for potential mishandling of classified documents. His arraignment took place in Miami, marking the first instance in American history of a former president facing federal charges. Many Republicans see it as a which hunt. While over in the UK Ex-PM Boris Johnson resigned ahead of a damning report by the Privileges Committee, which would have suspended him due to findings of deliberately misleading Parliament about lockdown parties. Although his resignation avoids a potential by-election, Conservatives are relieved to bid farewell to the populist former PM. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in