Mid-atlantic - Conversations About Us, Uk And World Politics

Mid Atlantic - A Year in Review: Impactful Stories of 2023

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The podcast features a diverse panel discussing the year's most resonant events. Denise Hamilton from Houston, Cory Bernard from Manchester, Tonye Altrade from London, and Zee Cohen Sanchez from Nevada explore various topics including the Maui wildfires, King Charles III's coronation, the 'Keith Lee Effect', and the Titan Submersible tragedy.Maui Wildfires:Zee Cohen Sanchez discusses the devastating wildfires in Maui, highlighting their unexpectedness in a place not typically prone to such disasters. The conversation delves into the broader context of climate change, the political divide over its acknowledgment, and its profound impact on communities, both in terms of displacement and the predatory nature of the real estate market following the disaster.Coronation of King Charles III:Cora Bernard speaks on the historic coronation of King Charles III, touching on its significance for the British monarchy and its symbolic value. The panel debates the cost of the ceremony against the backdrop of economic crisis