Potstirrer Podcast

*/ ?>

Latest Episodes:

Second American Revolution Nov 01, 2024

Jaye discusses Project 2025, the 900-page wishlist from the Heritage Foundation, a conservative think tank that is arguably the most influential group in US politics. She discusses its ties to former president Donald Trump, lists several of its policy proposals, and the four pillars of this plan. Jaye warns listeners of how important voting in the 2024 US presidential election is in preventing Trump and the Heritage Foundation from executing their goal of reshaping America into a Christian nationalist authoritarian ethnostate.

Threads: @potstirrerpodcast IG: http://www.instagram.com/PotstirrerPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen

Hopeless by Jimena Contreras

Source Links:

https://www.scribd.com/document/749460682/Project-2025

https://www.americanprogress.org/article/project-2025-would-destroy-the-u-s-system-of-checks-and-balances-and-create-an-imperial-presidency/

https://www.ajc.com/news/atlanta-news/2024s-top-cities-where-african-americans-are-doing-the-best/AFNX4LNOUFE3FGKBQDSARZUMZU/

https://www.waymakerjournal.com/top-10-affluent-black-neighborhoods/

https://theconversation.com/heritage-foundations-project-2025-is-just-the-latest-action-plan-from-a-group-with-an-over-50-year-history-of-steering-gop-lawmaking-234542

https://www.heritage.org/impact/trump-administration-embraces-heritage-foundation-policy-recommendations

https://www.heritage.org/article/timeline-heritage-successes

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1yAsejSQaGM

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FznbfmZ0JZE

https://kettering.org/project-2025-the-blueprint-for-christian-nationalist-regime-change/

https://www.propublica.org/article/project-2025-trump-campaign-heritage-foundation-paul-dans

Back Sep 29, 2024

Jaye is back with new episodes of Potstirrer Podcast! In this brief return episode, she shares her reasons for the two-year hiatus, life updates including a new project, and what to expect in future episodes of the show.

Potstirrer Podcast links:

Link-in-Bio: https://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com Threads: @potstirrerpodcast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/

Jaye Pool writer links:

Interim website: http://jayepool.wordpress.com New Website (coming soon): http://JayePool.com Threads: @jayepoolauthor IG: @jayepoolauthor Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560446152975

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen

Night Shift composed by National Sweetheart

Break Nov 10, 2022

An announcement - check it out!

Link-in-Bio: https://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/potstirrercast IG: http://www.instagram.com/PotstirrerPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Jaye Pool's NaNoWriMo Page: NaNoWriMo page: https://nanowrimo.org/participants/jaye-p

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

108 - The Dry Depths of My Soul: Conversation with Allison K. Garcia Oct 30, 2022

Christian novelist Allison K. Garcia joins Jaye for an engaging conversation about the book The Dry Depths of My Soul, the first installment in The Mosaic series. This is Allison's initial foray into the genre of Queer Christian fiction. This exciting, energetic discussion includes discussion of LGBTQ+ identity and Christianity, mental health, church clarity, NaNoWriMo (National Novel Writing Month) and much, much more.

Order The Dry Depths of My Soul: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1951882180/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_3X6W5K3GGRVQ0QMBMZXK_0 Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-dry-depths-of-my-soul-allison-k-garcia/1141755379?ean=9781951882181 Books 2 Read: https://books2read.com/u/bw1D1e

Learn more about & do NaNoWriMo: https://nanowrimo.org

Potstirrer Podcast: Link-in-Bio: https://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/potstirrercast IG: http://www.instagram.com/PotstirrerPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

107 - Broke the Bread, Spilled the Tea: Conversation with Mitchell Kesller Oct 07, 2022

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes brief discussion of abuse and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

Author Mitchell Kesller joins Jaye for a meaningful conversation about his debut book, Broke the Bread, Spilled the Tea. Broke the Bread, Spilled the Tea seeks to bridge the gap between Christian faith and LGBTQ+ identity, making the case that there is much more to faith in Christ than what is often preached on Sunday mornings. This fascinating, in-depth discussion touches on the harm done to the LGBTQ+ community by the American church, apologetics, the politicization of conservative Christianity, separation of church and state, the search for a deeper understanding of God and the Bible, and more.

Order Broke the Bread, Spilled the Tea: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Broke-Bread-Spilled-Mitchell-Kesller/dp/B09TRN7FRW?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=mitchellkesll-20&linkCode=ur2&linkId=70bac9271ca75ad6c501cf2f4740d9fd&camp=1789&creative=9325 Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/broke-the-bread-spilled-the-tea-mitchell-kesller/1141116088?ean=9798985785401

Website: https://mitchellkesller.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/MitchellKesller/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MitchellKesller Twitter: https://twitter.com/mitchellkesller

Twitter: http://twitter.com/potstirrercast IG: http://www.instagram.com/PotstirrerPodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

106 - From the Moon I Watched Her: Conversation with Emily English Medley Sep 02, 2022

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of trauma, mental illness and sexual assault, including the sexual abuse of children. Listener discretion is advised.

Novelist Emily English Medley joins Jaye for a conversation about her debut book, From the Moon I Watched Her. From the Moon I Watched Her is an engaging, raw coming-of-age tale about skeletons lurking under church pews, and the little girl who finds them. This heartfelt and open conversation touches on themes such as mental illness, trauma, abuse of power within the American church, searching for authenticity, and more.

Order From The Moon I Watched Her: Reach out to your local bookstore! Also: Website: https://emilyenglishmedley.com/#book Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Moon-I-Watched-Her/dp/1626347441 Barnes & Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/from-the-moon-i-watched-her-emily-english-medley/1136925639

LIMITED TIME Book Giveaway:

Go to http://www.twitter.com/potstirrercast (Twitter -> @potstirrercast), and anytime between the release of Episode 106 and Friday, September 9th, 2022 at 11:59pm Eastern Daylight Time (EDT) - like and retweet the pinned post. When you like and retweet (RT) the pinned post @potstirrercast, you will be entered to win a SIGNED copy of From the Moon I Watched Her! The winner will be chosen at random and will be announced Saturday, September 10, 2022. US residents only.

Emily English Medley: Website: https://emilyenglishmedley.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/emily.englishmedley/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/EmilyMedley2 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emilyenglishmedley/

Link in Bio: http://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Jaye Pool's Medium: http://medium.com/@marinabreeze Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Twitter: @potstirrercast

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Ocean composed by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan https://www.facebook.com/thbds https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/3.0/ Music provided by RFM: https://youtu.be/6dYoV1hHf8o

Bonus - Harder Core Urban Legends Jul 31, 2022

In a public release of this bonus episode originally released on Patreon in November 2019, Jaye talks more urban legends by discussing a couple of processed food-related legends. Is McDonalds adding animal byproducts and other gross fillers to their hamburgers? Are popular meat substitutes such as Beyond Burger and the Impossible Burger "indistinguishable" from dog food? Jaye also provides a bit of historical context for Americans' distrust of corporations involved in food processing, which often drives food-related urban legends.

Link in Bio: http://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Jaye Pool's Medium: http://medium.com/@marinabreeze Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Twitter: @potstirrercast

Source Links:

https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/the-eyes-of-texas/ https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/worm-meat-used-mcdonalds-hamburgers/ http://ushistoryscene.com/article/second-industrial-revolution/ https://interestingengineering.com/how-the-first-and-second-industrial-revolutions-changed-our-world https://www.gutenberg.org/files/140/140-h/140-h.htm https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/projects/cp/obituaries/archives/upton-sinclair-meat-industry https://www.cnbc.com/2019/07/04/beyond-meat-impossible-foods-and-the-diet-truth-of-the-summer-burger.html https://thetakeout.com/impossible-burger-grocery-sales-bestseller-1838775225 https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/impossible-burgers-dogfood/ https://www.realagriculture.com/2019/07/dog-food-or-fake-meat-most-cant-tell-the-difference/ https://www.milkbusiness.com/article/can-going-vegan-save-planet

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Power Drive composed by Dan Mason https://danmason.bandcamp.com/album/singles

Macaroon 5 composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Members Only composed by TrackTribe

Scratching Teeth composed by JHS Pedals

105 - My Gay Church Days: Conversation with George Azar Jun 30, 2022

Author and former evangelical pastor George Azar joins Jaye to discuss his new book, My Gay Church Days, his memoir about his life while in evangelical Christianity, where he eventually joined church leadership, while keeping secret his truth as a gay man. This real and candid conversation touches on themes such as belonging and the cost of acceptance, identity and intersectionality, purity culture, spiritual abuse, and more.

Order My Gay Church Days: Website: https://www.mygaychurchdays.com/store/p/my-gay-church-days-book Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Coming-Jesus-closeted-evangelical-eventually

Social media: IG: @mygaychurchdays Website: https://www.mygaychurchdays.com/

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Learn more about how to support abortion rights in the United States: http://podvoices.help http://abortionfunds.org/ https://secure.actblue.com/donate/supportabortionfunds

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

104 - They Will Not Stop at Roe Jun 22, 2022

In this episode of Potstirrer Podcast, Jaye reacts to the leaked draft US Supreme Court Opinion in Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health Organization. Written by Justice Samuel Alito, the draft majority opinion signals an overturning of the Roe v. Wade precedent regarding abortion, and would leave abortion rights up to the states. Jaye argues that Alito's reasoning in Dobbs for overturning Roe is particularly alarming, as the way Roe was decided is similar to that of several other civil rights cases handed down by the Court over the past seventy years. Using historical analysis, Jaye makes the case that overturning Roe v. Wade was always meant to be a starting point in a right-wing quest to roll back a host of civil rights and liberties, and ultimately solidify authoritarian minority rule in the United States.

Link in Bio: http://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Jaye Pool's Medium: http://medium.com/@marinabreeze Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Twitter: @potstirrercast

Source Links: https://www.politico.com/news/2022/05/02/supreme-court-abortion-draft-opinion-00029473 https://s3.documentcloud.org/documents/21835435/scotus-initial-draft.pdf https://www.history.com/topics/black-history/brown-v-board-of-education-of-topeka https://www.archives.gov/milestone-documents/brown-v-board-of-education https://www.npr.org/2003/06/11/1294680/wallace-in-the-schoolhouse-door https://www.history.com/news/brown-v-board-of-education-the-first-step-in-the-desegregation-of-americas-schools https://www.newyorker.com/news/annals-of-education/can-liberty-university-be-saved Balmer, Randall. 2021. Bad Faith: Race and the Rise of the Religious Right. Grand Rapids, MI: William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company. https://socialchangenyu.com/review/green-v-connally-segregated-private-schools-denied-charitable-exemption-deduction/ https://www.thenation.com/article/archive/agent-intolerance/ https://law.justia.com/cases/federal/district-courts/FSupp/330/1150/2126265/ https://theoutline.com/post/8536/catholic-history-abortion-brigid King, Martin Luther, Jr. 2000 [1964]. Why Can’t We Wait. New York: Signet Classic.

Music: Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Vapor composed by ann annie

Blue Mood composed by Robert Munzinger

Cry composed by Vibe Tracks

The Deal is Going Down composed by Doug Maxwell / Media Right Productions

Chances composed by Silent Partner

Bonus - The Bill Clinton Impeachment Scandal in the Age of #MeToo May 30, 2022

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains content discussing explicit sexuality, sexual assault and harassment, violence, and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

In this public release of a Patreon bonus episode originally released in November 2018, Jaye goes back in time to tell the story of the impeachment of President Bill Clinton in 1998, and the scandals that led up to it. Clinton - and many of his supporters - believe that he was unfairly targeted by congressional Republicans for a consensual affair with a White House intern. But was that the case? And was Clinton's affair with Monica Lewinsky simply a "private" matter, an example of immorality unbecoming of the commander-in-chief, or perhaps something else?

Link in Bio: http://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Jaye Pool's Medium: http://medium.com/@marinabreeze Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Twitter: @potstirrercast

Citations:

H. Rept. 105-830 – Impeachment of William Jefferson Clinton, President of the United States. 105th Congress (1997-1998). https://www.congress.gov/congressional-report/105th-congress/house-report/830/1

Isikoff, Michael, and Evan Thomas. 1998. “Clinton and the Intern.” Newsweek. February 2. https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/politics/special/clinton/stories/nwcover012698.htm

Leen, Jeff. 1998. “Lewinsky: Two Coasts, Two Lives, Many Images.” The Washington Post. January 24. https://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-srv/politics/special/clinton/stories/lewprofile.htm

Lewinsky, Monica. 2018. “Monica Lewinsky: Emerging from ‘The House of Gaslight’ in the Age of #MeToo.” Vanity Fair. March. https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2018/02/monica-lewinsky-in-the-age-of-metoo

“Key Events Leading to the Impeachment Trial.” Los Angeles Times. January 31, 1999. http://articles.latimes.com/1999/jan/31/news/ss-3537 “The Clinton Impeachment, a Basic Chronology.” The City University of New York. http://academic.brooklyn.cuny.edu/history/johnson/clintontimeline.htm

“Was Bill Clinton’s Lewinsky Affair an ‘Abuse of Power?’” October 15, 2018. BBC. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-45865402

Zelizer, Julian. 2016. “Bill Clinton’s Nearly Forgotten 1992 Sex Scandal.” CNN. April 6. https://www.cnn.com/2016/04/06/opinions/zelizer-presidential-election-campaign-scandals-bill-clinton/index.html

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Ocean composed by THBD Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0 https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan Music provided by RFM: https://youtu.be/6dYoV1hHf8o

I Feel You composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100841 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Desert Sky composed by Silent Partner

103 - Speaking Up About Religious Trauma: Conversation with Andrew Pledger Apr 30, 2022

Activist, artist and podcaster Andrew Pledger joins Jaye on this episode of Potstirrer Podcast to share his compelling story about growing up in Christian fundamentalism and his road to recovery from spiritual abuse. The conversation includes discussion of mental health, religious trauma and abuse, and the role of ultra conservative Christianity in inflicting and enabling trauma. How did a senior art project and an interview with former evangelical author Joshua Harris lead to Andrew's expulsion from conservative Bob Jones University?

Speaking Up with Andrew Pledger: https://open.spotify.com/show/7gZldnfgcpu4O1JYtNv9iL Religious Trauma is Trauma (Fine Art Photo Series): https://www.instagram.com/4ndrewpledger/guide/religious-trauma-photo-series/17999363926411608/ Every Story Matters with Josh Harris - Interview with Andrew Pledger: https://www.instagram.com/tv/Ca--9vFAxqs

Andrew Pledger link in bio: https://www.liinks.co/4ndrewpledger

Link in Bio: http://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Jaye Pool's Medium: http://medium.com/@marinabreeze Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Twitter: @potstirrercast

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

102 - Potstirrer SCOOPS!: National Deflection Apr 09, 2022

In this episode, Jaye focuses on a particular argument politicians and pundits make when countries reckon with past and present incidents of national shame, which is that other countries also have shameful incidents in their histories. Jaye discusses why - although the thought experiment is intriguing - the argument itself is deflection which silences the marginalized. She contends that confronting historical and current realities, no matter how difficult or contentious, have individual and collective benefit that are worth the discomfort.

"What country has the LEAST BAD history?" J.J. McCullough https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=auFC_LfO5hQ&t=5s

Link in Bio: http://potstirrerpodcast.com/linkinbio/ Jaye Pool's Medium: http://medium.com/@marinabreeze Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Twitter: @potstirrercast

Source Links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7PA4PgG9-eI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKpZZCs-Y0k https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2018/03/14/the-us-will-become-minority-white-in-2045-census-projects/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-fix/wp/2018/07/18/more-than-half-of-white-evangelicals-say-americas-declining-white-population-is-a-negative-thing/ https://www.prri.org/research/american-democracy-in-crisis-voters-midterms-trump-election-2018/ https://www.thecanadianencyclopedia.ca/en/article/residential-schools https://indigenousfoundations.arts.ubc.ca/the_residential_school_system/

Music: Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Crushin composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Cages composed by Density & Time

The Gentlemen composed by DivKid

101 - Finding Paz: Conversation with Allison K. Garcia Mar 05, 2022

Christian fiction author Allison K. Garcia returns to Potstirrer Podcast to discuss the final installment of the Buscando Home series, Finding Paz. Allison and Jaye's heartfelt discussion includes some of the themes in the novel, such as grief, separation from family, and familial connection on the journey the characters take to find peace. In addition, the conversation went in-depth regarding Allison's pending transition from writing Latino Christian fiction to authoring queer Christian fiction, mirroring her own personal and creative growth.

Order Finding Paz on Amazon: https://read.amazon.com/kp/embed?asin=B09C7H1Q1M&preview=newtab&linkCode=kpe&ref_=cm_sw_r_kb_dp_4MHTF316VM7RDG0QGGYN

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

100 - The Truth is Cancelled Feb 17, 2022

In Episode 100, Jaye celebrates the milestone by taking on the topic of cancel culture. Cancel culture is praised by advocates and maligned by critics, but is often ill-defined. Jaye delves into the origin and types of cancel culture, including the deplatforming of celebrities, boycotting of companies, and shaming of private individuals, as responses to statements, policies or behaviors deemed offensive or problematic. In addition, Jaye calls attention to cancel culture through the censorship of ideas, facts, and knowledge. Censorship in the US is on the rise, including state bans on the teaching of accurate history and civics under the guise of "critical race theory," and book bans in school districts targeting works that champion diversity and tell the stories of people from marginalized communities. What is the ultimate goal of pro-censorship advocates and how do their efforts endanger democracy?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://www.nashvillescene.com/news/pithinthewind/theyre-burning-books-in-tennessee/article_1f8c631e-850f-11ec-bc9f-dbd44d7e14d7.html https://baptistnews.com/article/pastor-greg-locke-is-all-over-the-internet-spreading-conspiracies-heres-why-you-shouldnt-believe-him/#.Yg1YxN_MK5c https://fredericksburg.com/news/local/education/spotsylvania-school-board-orders-libraries-to-remove-sexually-explicit-books/article_6c54507a-6383-534d-89b9-c2deb1f6ba17.html https://fredericksburg.com/news/local/education/spotsylvania-sheriffs-office-responds-to-book-burning-event-promoted-on-facebook/article_da711b45-f423-5f7a-a882-03e9d966b4fe.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/11/19/spotsylvania-comes-its-senses-rescinds-order-banning-books-school-libraries/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/cancel-culture-background-black-culture-white-grievance/2021/04/01/2e42e4fe-8b24-11eb-aff6-4f720ca2d479_story.html https://www.vox.com/culture/22916147/whoopi-goldberg-the-view-suspension-holocaust-race https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2019/01/18/black-rb-artist-hoped-singing-trump-would-build-bridge-it-derailed-her-career-instead/ https://www.vibe.com/music/music-news/chrisette-michele-cancelled-over-trump-not-kanye-west-1234627378/ https://getd.libs.uga.edu/pdfs/blackshear_janise_m_200705_ma.pdf https://www.foxnews.com/media/whoopi-goldberg-joe-rogan-kurtz-media-buzz https://www.totalprosports.com/2022/01/22/social-media-responds-to-aaron-rodgers-saying-hes-being-silenced-tweets/ https://www.packers.com/news/packers-qb-aaron-rodgers-wins-fourth-nfl-mvp-award https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2019/3/20/18274228/ari-fleischer-iraq-lies-george-w-bush-wmds https://theboot.com/natalie-maines-dixie-chicks-controversy/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/factcheck/2020/06/30/fact-check-chick-fil-a-has-not-resumed-donations-groups-oppose-lgbtq-rights/3244765001/ https://www.nytimes.com/2018/04/17/business/starbucks-arrests-racial-bias.html https://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/the-summer-of-coupon-carl-permit-patty-and-the-videos-that-turn-cop-callers-into-mockable-memes https://www.kiro7.com/news/local/case-mistaken-identity-after-viral-video-leads-death-threats/KL4YS3UGKZH45NGQQPIMQQN7X4/ https://www.splcenter.org/20111006/anti-gay-lobby-family-research-council-american-family-association-demonization-lgbt-people https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2016/12/23/the-cia-says-russia-hacked-the-u-s-election-here-are-6-things-to-learn-from-cold-war-attempts-to-change-regimes/ https://www.nolo.com/legal-encyclopedia/communist-membership-affects-eligibility-naturalized-us-citizenship.html https://www.brookings.edu/blog/fixgov/2021/07/02/why-are-states-banning-critical-race-theory/ https://worldpopulationreview.com/state-rankings/states-that-have-banned-critical-race-theory https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/whos-really-driving-critical-race-theory-legislation-an-investigation/2021/07 https://www.noleftturn.us/exposing-books/ https://bannedbooksweek.org/about/ https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/texas-books-race-sexuality-schools-rcna13886 https://www.cnbc.com/2022/01/26/tennessee-school-board-bans-holocaust-comic-maus-by-art-spiegelman.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2022/02/10/maus-holocaust-striped-pajamas/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/education/2022/02/10/book-bans-maus-bluest-eye/ https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/school-board-book-bans-lgbtq-issues-race-are-hurting-not-n1283691?icid=msd_topgrid&cid=eml_mda_20211111&user_email=4462a23762e33b480fc2ae4be51bb1da7f287b05f82afc646a010066f9e72603 https://www.aljazeera.com/opinions/2022/2/11/conservative-book-bans-are-part-of-gops-fascist-turn

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Traversing composed by Godmode

Robots a Cometh compposed by Dan Lebowitz

Burbank Late Nights composed by Squadda B

Regrets composed by Causmic

Crazy composed by Patrick Patrikios

Kurt composed by Cheel

99 - Undoing the Knots: Conversation with Maureen O'Connell, PhD Feb 03, 2022

Christian ethicist, associate professor and author Maureen O'Connell, PhD joins Jaye on this episode of Potstirrer Podcast to discuss her new book, Undoing the Knots: Five Generations of American Catholic Anti-Blackness, a in-depth, historical and introspective examination of Philadelphia's Irish Catholic community. This rich and thought-provoking discussion touches on assimilation and whiteness, the rejection of black Americans in the quest to gain social acceptance, historical resistance to racial integration by white Catholics and the role of the Catholic Church in facilitating these trends, and more. Order Undoing the Knots: Uncle Bobbie's: https://www.unclebobbies.com/ https://bookshop.org/shop/unclebobbies (Search "Undoing the Knots" Direct link: https://bookshop.org/books/undoing-the-knots-five-generations-of-american-catholic-anti-blackness/9780807016657 Also available at most national booksellers

Read more from Maureen O'Connell, PhD: Website: http://maureenhoconnell.com/ Publications: http://maureenhoconnell.com/books/ Social media: Twitter: @theoethicist IG: @maureenoc_ethics

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

OB1 composed by RalphReal

98 - War on Christmas 2021 Dec 24, 2021

In the annual Potstirrer Podcast holiday special War on Christmas 2021, Jaye's husband Chuckles joins to discuss walking away from political conservatism and the Republican Party. Chuckles and Jaye discuss issues such as the Second Amendment, broken governance, and more.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Potstirrer Podcast merch store: http://potstirrerpodcast.threadless.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Carol of the Bells composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

97 - Voter Suppression Part 3: Undefeated Dec 10, 2021

This multi-episode series is about efforts to suppress or limit the vote in certain communities across the United States in order to achieve specific outcomes. In Part 3, Jaye talks about the Voting Rights Act of 1965 and the voting rights timeline following the VRA being signed into law. Several methods of voter suppression, from gerrymandering to restrictive voter ID laws, criminal penalties for ballot collection, and more are discussed, as well as potential solutions. Jaye warns of the endgame for voter suppression - minority rule in the face of increased diversity in America.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Potstirrer Podcast merch store: http://potstirrerpodcast.threadless.com

Source Material: https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CHRG-113hhrg81983/pdf/CHRG-113hhrg81983.pdf https://www.govinfo.gov/content/pkg/CHRG-116hhrg39930/pdf/CHRG-116hhrg39930.pdf https://www.heritage.org/voterfraud-print/search?combine=&state=All&year=&case_type=24487&fraud_type=All http://www.projectvote.org/wp-content/uploads/2007/03/Politics_of_Voter_Fraud_Final.pdf https://www.nytimes.com/2020/11/10/us/politics/voting-fraud.html https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/sep/25/white-women-husbands-voting https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/nov/19/voter-intimidation-republicans-democrats-midterm-elections https://www.msnbc.com/opinion/fcc-dangerously-wrong-let-foreign-companies-spend-u-s-elections-n1283685? icid=msd_botrecric https://www.al.com/news/mobile/2017/04/rebekah_mason_suggested_closur.html https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=false&doc=100&page=transcript https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=896786 https://www.history.com/news/african-american-voting-right-15th-amendment https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/house-bill/4 https://www.congress.gov/bill/117th-congress/senate-bill/2747 https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/2014/04/10/remarks-president-lbj-presidential-library-civil-rights-summit https://www.politifact.com/factchecks/2021/mar/29/josh-holmes/facts-about-georgias-ban-food-water-giveaways-vote/ https://www.justice.gov/crt/jurisdictions-previously-covered-section-5 https://archive.ph/20200503150736/https://www.pewtrusts.org/de/research-and-analysis/blogs/stateline/2018/09/04/polling-places-remain-a-target-ahead-of-november-elections#selection-1171.154-1187.1 https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/analysis-opinion/supreme-court-rules-ohios-controversial-system-purging-voters-legal https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/racial-turnout-gap-grew-jurisdictions-previously-covered-voting-rights https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/20pdf/19-1257_g204.pdf https://www.brookings.edu/blog/how-we-rise/2019/09/12/setting-the-record-straight-on-black-voter-turnout/ https://www.npr.org/2021/02/28/970877930/why-republicans-are-moving-to-fix-elections-that-werent-broken https://www.wtoc.com/2021/04/21/born-without-birth-certificate-lifelong-struggle-some-south/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Macaroon 5 composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Dub Gun composed by TrackTribe

Rest Easy composed by Vans in Japan

Cats Searching for the Truth composed by Nat Keefe & Hot Buttered Rum

I Feel You composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100841 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Right On Red composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Bonus - The Pied Piper of R&B Nov 04, 2021

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode includes discussion of domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, including that of children. Listener discretion is advised.

This public release of a bonus episode originally released on Patreon in April 2019 includes extra bonus segments from Jaye's conversation with her brother Ervin that were not included in Episode 49. This episode includes further reaction to the documentary "Surviving R. Kelly," why R. Kelly calls himself the "Pied Piper of R&B," allegations against Michael Jackson of child molestation that were made in the documentary "Leaving Neverland," and deeper discussion of manga and Ervin's manga-styled comic "Gods of Life."

Shining Otaku Comics: @ShiningOtaku https://shiningotaku.com/ https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChMMvE6POQTznkRs-fkSAag

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://www.cnn.com/2021/09/27/us/r-kelly-verdict/index.html https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/criminal-justice/ct-r-kelly-chicago-federal-charges-trial-date-20211020-d3zbs2to7faxjlbx4i6hdtvecu-story.html https://abc7chicago.com/r-kelly-sentence-news-today-chicago/11147016/ https://www.nbcchicago.com/news/local/after-new-york-conviction-r-kelly-still-faces-charges-in-chicago/2623687/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Runaway composed by THBD

96 - Potstirrer SCOOPS!: The Great Resignation Oct 21, 2021

In this episode, Jaye discusses "The Great Resignation," the abnormally high number of American workers voluntarily walking away from work, which has been a constant trend since April 2021. Why are so many workers leaving their jobs or even careers? Jaye dispels the myth of the "lazy unemployed who don't want to work," and points out what most "quitters" are actually doing once they resign. In addition, Jaye talks about vaccine mandates instituted by the public and private sector, and reveals what is truly to blame for the difficult choice many vaccine hesitant people face between taking "the jab" or losing their source of income.

Related Episode - The Equalizer https://potstirrerpodcast.com/2020/03/26/episode-73-the-equalizer/

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://hbr.org/2021/09/who-is-driving-the-great-resignation https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2021/10/great-resignation-accelerating/620382/ https://www.npr.org/sections/money/2021/10/19/1047032996/why-are-so-many-americans-quitting-their-jobs https://www.bls.gov/news.release/jolts.nr0.htm https://www.businessinsider.com/record-number-workers-quit-fourth-month-labor-shortage-delta-economy-2021-9 https://tradingeconomics.com/united-states/unemployment-rate https://www.cnbc.com/2021/08/31/federal-unemployment-benefits-end-in-a-week-states-wont-extend-them.html https://www.economicshelp.org/blog/453/unemployment/definition-of-full-employment/ https://www.beckershospitalreview.com/patient-safety-outcomes/estimates-of-americans-with-long-covid-19-per-state.html https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/hr-topics/talent-acquisition/pages/federal-vaccine-mandate.aspx https://www.shrm.org/resourcesandtools/legal-and-compliance/employment-law/pages/employers-confused-about-covid-19-vaccine-rules.aspx https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/09/09/executive-order-on-requiring-coronavirus-disease-2019-vaccination-for-federal-employees/ https://courses.lumenlearning.com/boundless-business/chapter/the-history-of-unions/

Music: Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Cake [NCS Release] composed by RetroVision Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/n3VO9FnueHI Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/CakeYO

Stoner Things composed by Patiño

95 - Potstirrer SCOOPS!: Illusion of Safety Oct 07, 2021

Jaye announces a move to a Thursday fortnightly schedule, and introduces Potstirrer Scoops! - a shorter, commentary-based format that will be used for some episodes going forward.

In the first episode of Potstirrer Scoops!, Jaye discusses the recent arrest of two Columbus, Ohio police officers on federal drug charges. Topics covered include the drug war, the opioid epidemic, medical racism, and police corruption.

Related Series - America's Drug War: https://potstirrerpodcast.com/tag/war-on-drugs/

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://www.statnews.com/2016/09/29/why-fentanyl-is-deadlier-than-heroin/ https://www.cdc.gov/opioids/basics/fentanyl.html https://www.jpain.org/article/S1526-5900(14)00905-5/pdf https://odh.ohio.gov/wps/portal/gov/odh/know-our-programs/violence-injury-prevention-program/drug-overdose/ https://www.justice.gov/usao-sdoh/pr/columbus-police-officers-charged-crimes-related-distributing-least-7-kilograms-fentan-0 https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/local/2021/09/30/what-we-know-columbus-ohio-police-john-kotchkoski-marco-merino/5921633001/ https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/local/2021/09/30/officers-merino-and-kotchkoski-among-least-12-columbus-cops-pd-officer-charged-drug-trafficking-scan/5927733001/ https://www.dispatch.com/story/news/crime/2020/10/01/columbus-police-officer-facing-child-pornography-charges/5884214002/ https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jama-health-forum/fullarticle/2784104 https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2020/01/03/bias-opioid-prescribing-black-americans https://www.statnews.com/2021/07/21/black-patients-prescribed-fewer-opioids-white-patients/

Music: Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Late Night Train composed by Vans in Japan

94 - Distinction Without a Difference Sep 23, 2021

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode includes discussion of pregnancy termination, sexual assault, gun violence and domestic terrorism. Listener discretion is advised.

Jaye gives her thoughts on the recently-implemented Texas law restricting abortion past six weeks gestation. The discussion includes maternal mortality, adoption, surveillance culture and more. How is the assault by Texas and other states on abortion rights related to the recent attacks on "critical race theory" and efforts to suppress the vote?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://www.oyez.org/cases/1971/70-18 https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/20pdf/21a24_8759.pdf https://www.forbes.com/sites/alisondurkee/2021/09/02/supreme-court-upholds-texas-abortion-ban/?sh=52039723456d https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/01/health/texas-abortion-law-facts.html https://www.guttmacher.org/gpr/2019/09/us-abortion-rate-continues-drop-once-again-state-abortion-restrictions-are-not-main https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/07/24/abortion-laws-jewish-faith-teaches-life-does-not-start-conception/1808776001/ https://www.ncjw.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Judaism-and-Abortion-FINAL.pdf https://bmcmedethics.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/1472-6939-15-10 https://yaqeeninstitute.ca/read/paper/islam-and-the-abortion-debate https://www.verywellfamily.com/gestational-age-2371620 https://www.verywellfamily.com/2-weeks-pregnant-4158819 https://www.ncsl.org/research/health/fetal-homicide-state-laws.aspx https://www.vox.com/2020/1/30/21113782/pregnancy-deaths-us-maternal-mortality-rate https://www.ajmc.com/view/us-ranks-worst-in-maternal-care-mortality-compared-with-10-other-developed-nations https://www.commonwealthfund.org/publications/issue-briefs/2020/nov/maternal-mortality-maternity-care-us-compared-10-countries https://www.adoptivefamilies.com/adoption-process/what-if-my-adoption-fails/#:~:text=Statistics%20indicate%20that%20about%2010,are%20not%20equipped%20to%20support https://www.vice.com/en/article/935me3/an-rnc-speaker-said-cops-would-be-smart-to-racially-profile-her-own-son https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/berlin-wall-built https://www.cvce.eu/en/education/unit-content/-/unit/55c09dcc-a9f2-45e9-b240-eaef64452cae/5d3b421b-9a4b-46fc-a041-fab64325d6a6 https://www.iwm.org.uk/history/what-was-the-berlin-wall-and-how-did-it-fall https://archive.nytimes.com/www.nytimes.com/books/first/k/koehler-stasi.html https://www.theguardian.com/world/2020/mar/20/enemies-everywhere-photos-show-absurdity-life-under-stasi-east-germany https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2019/11/lingering-trauma-east-german-police-state/601669/ https://www.dw.com/en/german-reunification-what-still-divides-east-and-west/a-55078166 https://www.axios.com/when-american-minorities-become-the-majority-d8b3ee00-e4f3-4993-8481-93a290fdb057.html https://www.texastribune.org/2021/09/17/texas-dan-patrick-immigrants-democrats-haitians/ https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/09/del-rio-bridge-great-replacement-haitian-migrants/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2021/09/17/dan-patrick-great-replacement-theory/ https://ultimatemarriage.com/episodes/how-many-children-should-christians-have-a-biblical-perspective/ https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2017/april/pew-muslim-christian-birth-rates-2035-2060-demographics.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2021/03/13/arizona-quality-votes-kavanagh/ https://www.politicalresearch.org/2016/08/18/dominionism-rising-a-theocratic-movement-hiding-in-plain-sight https://religionandpolitics.org/2021/05/12/the-eugenics-roots-of-evangelical-family-values/

Music: Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Deep State composed by Vans in Japan

Rest Easy composed by Vans in Japan

Bourree composed by Joel Cummins

The Awakening composed by Patrick Patrikios

The Machine Assembly composed by The Whole Other

93 - Christians Against Christianity: Conversation with Obery M. Hendricks Jr., Ph.D. Aug 24, 2021

Theology professor, author, and African Methodist Episcopal elder Obery M. Hendricks Jr., Ph.D. joins Jaye on this episode of Potstirrer Podcast to discuss his historically rich and theologically informative book Christians Against Christianity: How Right-Wing Evangelicals Are Destroying Our Nation and Our Faith. This enriching conversation includes discussion of the racially conservative roots of right-wing evangelicalism and its effects on Black Americans, the ways in which right-wing evangelical Christians have compromised their own stated aims for the sake of political power, social justice versus "biblical" justice, and more.

Order Christians Against Christianity: Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Christians-Against-Christianity-Right-Wing-Evangelicals/dp/0807057401 Barnes and Noble: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/christians-against-christianity-obery-m-hendricks-jr/1137854572 Penguin Random House: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/659573/christians-against-christianity-by-obery-m-hendricks-jr/

Read more from Obery M. Hendricks Jr., Ph.D.: Website: https://oberyhendricksphd.com/ Publications: https://oberyhendricksphd.com/books/

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

92 - Voter Suppression Part 2: Woman Suffrage in Color Aug 18, 2021

This multi-episode series is about efforts to suppress or limit the vote in certain communities across the United States in order to achieve specific outcomes. In Part 2, Jaye discusses the history of voting rights in the United States based on sex from the founding until the immediate aftermath of the 19th Amendment, which prohibited the government from restricting women from the ballot box. The woman suffrage movement in the United States, as the defining issue in first wave feminism, was that of both diversity and internal conflict. Jaye discusses the intersection of sex, race and ethnicity, and socioeconomic class in the direction of the woman suffrage movement, and how events at the time led to the movement intentionally sidelining Black women in its quest for the franchise.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material: https://www.loc.gov/law/find/hearings/pdf/0014160126A.pdf https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=false&doc=63 https://www.archives.gov/education/lessons/woman-suffrage https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2019/08/15/rightfully-hers-woman-suffrage-before-the-19th-amendment/ https://time.com/5879346/19th-amendment-facts-myths/ https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2020/10/13/white-christians-continue-to-favor-trump-over-biden-but-support-has-slipped/ https://www.npr.org/2020/11/08/932263516/2020-faith-vote-reflects-2016-patterns https://jessesumpter.com/2020/10/30/husband-make-sure-your-wife-votes-exactly-like-you/ https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2018/nov/19/voter-intimidation-republicans-democrats-midterm-elections https://fortune.com/2021/01/19/2020-election-white-women-voters-biden-harris-trump-progressive/ https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/blog/on-this-day-in-1924-all-indians-made-united-states-citizens https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=false&doc=26 https://encyclopedia.densho.org/Immigration_Act_of_1952/#Overview_of_the_1952_Act https://www.library.hbs.edu/hc/wes/collections/women_law/ https://amazingwomeninhistory.com/doctrine-of-separate-spheres/ https://courses.lumenlearning.com/americanlit1/chapter/reading-womens-sphere-and-the-emergence-of-the-womens-rights-movement/ http://www.crusadeforthevote.org/14-15-amendments https://www.americanhistoryusa.com/quakers-abolitionism-womens-rights/ https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/02/opinion/sunday/women-voting-19th-amendment-white-supremacy.html https://www.quakersintheworld.org/quakers-in-action/183/Quakers-and-the-American-Womens-Suffrage-Movement http://www.crusadeforthevote.org/nawsa-united http://www.crusadeforthevote.org/awsa-organize http://www.crusadeforthevote.org/nwsa-organize https://www.britannica.com/topic/History-of-Woman-Suffrage https://awpc.cattcenter.iastate.edu/directory/ida-h-harper/ https://www.gram.edu/offices/sponsoredprog/humangeo/docs/beltonMary%20Church%20Terrell-Roshunda%20Belton-9-22-14.pdf https://www.britannica.com/biography/Mary-Eliza-Church-Terrell https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/terrell-mary-church-1863-1954/ https://women.ca.gov/women-of-color-and-the-fight-for-womens-suffrage/ https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/speeches-african-american-history/1866-frances-ellen-watkins-harper-we-are-all-bound-together/ https://www.nps.gov/articles/utah-women-s-history.htm http://images.flatworldknowledge.com/trowbridge2_1.0/trowbridge2_1.0-fig05_031.jpg https://www.sos.wa.gov/legacy/ahead-of-the-curve/introduction/ https://www.rd.com/article/states-where-women-could-vote-before-1920/ https://www.bunkhistory.org/exhibits/15/1/3781

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Dulce Reggaeton composed by An Jone

Dreams Become Real by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100181 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Laid Back Guitars composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100181 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Early Avril composed by Unicorn Heads

Bonus - America's Drug War: Turn On Tune In Drop Out Jul 27, 2021

In this public release of a bonus episode originally released on Patreon in December 2019, Jaye discusses the life of Dr. Timothy Leary, the "Godfather of LSD." How did someone so apolitical (in the height of an extremely political era!) make political enemies, and what made President Richard Nixon call him "the most dangerous man in America?"

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://www.history.com/topics/crime/history-of-lsd https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smart-news/what-we-know-about-cias-midcentury-mind-control-project-180962836/ https://psychology.fas.harvard.edu/people/timothy-leary https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2006/06/26/acid-redux https://www.biography.com/scientist/timothy-leary https://web.archive.org/web/20120509165407/ http://www.nytimes.com/2006/06/25/books/review/25sante.html?pagewanted=all https://www.npr.org/2018/01/05/575392333/nixons-manhunt-for-the-high-priest-of-lsd-in-the-most-dangerous-man-in-america https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/president-richard-nixon-and-lsd-guru-timothy-leary-crazy-in-their-own-ways/2018/01/12/76220fa4-ebf2-11e7-b698-91d4e35920a3_story.html https://www.thecrimson.com/article/1966/3/12/leary-gets-30-years-on-marijuana/ https://weburbanist.com/2010/10/24/legend-of-a-mind-a-psychedelic-celebration-of-timothy-leary/ https://web.archive.org/web/20180217141920/https://boingboing.net/2017/08/30/interview-with-timothy-leary-a.html https://web.archive.org/web/20180216204642/ http://www.nytimes.com/1974/09/19/archives/leary-scored-as-cop-informant-by-his-son-and-2-close-friends.html

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Pumping Irie composed by Jingle Punks

Tell the Angels composed by Letter Box

Dub Gun composed by TrackTribe

Lachaim composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100412 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

91 - Disrupting Whiteness: Conversation with Drick Boyd, Ed.D. Jul 06, 2021

Activist, former pastor, and professor emeritus Drick Boyd, Ed.D. joins Jaye on this episode of Potstirrer Podcast to discuss his thought-provoking book Disrupting Whiteness: Talking With White People About Racism. This riveting conversation includes themes that are a part of Dr. Boyd's book, teaching and activism, such as understanding one's "race story," how to overcome the reticence of some white Americans to engage with and discuss race, "white saviors," anti-racism, solutions that engage and transform the culture, and more.

Order Disrupting Whiteness: https://www.amazon.com/Disrupting-Whiteness-Talking-People-Racism/dp/1938798384

Read more from Drick Boyd, Ed.D.: Blog: https://drickboyd.org/blog/ Other Publications: https://drickboyd.org/publications

Additional links and resources: NewCORE Philadelphia: https://newcorephilly.org/ Restorative Cities Initiative (more information): https://www.philadelphiareentrycoalition.org/single-post/mccp-philly-hosting-free-three-part-training-on-restorative-practices

Source cited: Dupree, Cydney H, and Susan Fiske. 2018. “Self-presentation in Interracial Settings: The Competence Downshift by White Liberals”. psyarxiv.com/pv2ab.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

90 - Voter Suppression Part 1: Stolen Seats, Stolen Lives Jun 22, 2021

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode includes brief discussion of physical violence and sexual assault. Listener discretion is advised.

This multi-episode series is about efforts to suppress or limit the vote in certain communities across the United States in order to achieve specific outcomes. In Part 1, Jaye discusses the history of the vote in the United States as it pertains to race and ethnicity from the founding through the Jim Crow segregation period. She argues that there has always been tension between the democratic impulse to expand the electorate, and the anti-democratic desire to limit the electorate to more powerful, privileged groups. Nothing is new under the sun.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material: https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2021/06/14-gop-controlled-states-have-passed-laws-to-impede-free-elections/ https://a.s.kqed.net/pdf/education/digitalmedia/us-voting-rights-timeline.pdf http://www.abrahamlincolnonline.org/lincoln/speeches/greeley.htm https://www.battlefields.org/learn/primary-sources/declaration-causes-seceding-states https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2021/06/18/juneteenth-slavery-freedom-delayed-celebration/7713722002/ https://www.history.com/topics/american-civil-war/black-leaders-during-reconstruction https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=963036 https://www.crmvet.org/info/lithome.htm https://connecticuthistory.org/literacy-tests-and-the-right-to-vote/ https://constitutioncenter.org/interactive-constitution/amendment/amendment-xv https://www.thirteen.org/wnet/jimcrow/stories_events_smith.html https://www.loc.gov/resource/rbaapc.33200/?st=gallery https://www.britannica.com/topic/grandfather-clause

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Six Feet Off the Ground composed by Nana Kwabena

Whitesand composed by Eternity Link: https://youtu.be/50Deyoe3cFY Music provided by: xEpic Journey

Woods composed by Oak Studios Creative Commons - Attribution ND 4.0 https://youtu.be/eAiAlg22gqQ

Plantation composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Willy's Neon Lasso composed by The Whole Other

Bonus: Heart & Mind May 16, 2021

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of homophobia and mental illness. Listener discretion is advised.

In this public release of a bonus episode originally released on Patreon in August 2019, Jaye discusses the divorce announcement of Joshua Harris, the author of Christian self-help book I Kissed Dating Goodbye, and his wife, singer Shannon Bonne, and their apparent ongoing deconstruction from evangelical Christianity. Are people who hold harmful beliefs capable of change? Jaye acknowledges her own deconstruction from toxic theology, and reflects on two people who influenced her life journey and departure from evangelical Christianity. These two people, who both passed away in the summer of 2019, were instrumental in setting her on the road to becoming a better human in both heart and mind.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com http://jonathanbiegen.com

Fresh Fallen Snow composed by Chris Haugen

You Can't Fail composed by Density & Time

Wish You'd Come True composed by The 126ers

Battle Royale composed by Au.Ra

89 - The Atlanta Spa Shootings Apr 24, 2021

The Atlanta spa shootings on March 16, 2021 were one of many large-scale shooting incidents that occurred after a lull in mass gun violence due to the pandemic. But this spree shooting stuck out due to the various issues the tragedy touched on, including gun control and the Second Amendment, stereotyping and discrimination against Asian people, racialized misogyny, policing biases, and toxic teachings within evangelical Christianity. Jaye discusses each of these issues in light of this incident, centering the victims and making the case for an intersectional approach to such horrifying events.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/he-shot-everyone-he-saw-atlanta-spa-workers-recount-horrors-n1262928 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/suspect-deadly-atlanta-area-spa-shootings-says-he-was-motivated-n1261299 https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/racism-sexism-must-be-considered-atlanta-case-involving-killing-six-n1261347?icid=related https://www.nbcnews.com/news/asian-america/soon-chung-park-worked-long-days-single-mom-bring-5-kids-korea-us-rcna514 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/apr/16/us-police-officers-public-officials-crowdfunding-website-data-breach https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/mar/18/atlanta-shootings-victim-delaina-ashley-yaun https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/mar/23/yong-ae-yue-atlanta-spa-shootings https://www.history.com/news/black-panthers-gun-control-nra-support-mulford-act https://www.history.com/news/free-school-breakfast-black-panther-party?li_source=LI&li_medium=m2m-rcw-history https://time.com/4431356/nra-gun-control-history/ https://time.com/5948259/atlanta-shooting-victims/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/03/17/jay-baker-bad-day/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2021/03/17/atlanta-shooting-southern-baptist-pastors-wrestle/ https://religiondispatches.org/dont-discount-evangelicalism-as-a-factor-in-racist-murder-of-asian-spa-workers-in-georgia/ https://cstroop.com/2018/12/11/ex-evangelical-conversations-professor-of-psychology-joshua-grubbs-featuring-advice-for-exvies-seeking-therapists/ https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2021/03/17/georgia-shootings-eight-people-killed-attacks-spas-atlanta/ https://www.chosun.com/international/us/2021/03/17/XSDXYLMAQZCC5JWMQ4HGRZGOG4/ https://www.kxan.com/news/atlanta-shootings-put-spotlight-on-surging-anti-asian-sentiment-in-america/ https://www.teenvogue.com/story/anti-asian-hate-crimes-violence-us-history https://newlife.com/emb/bounce-your-eyes/ https://newsone.com/4114669/atlanta-spa-shooting-survivor-speaks-out/ https://www.vox.com/22338807/asian-fetish-racism-atlanta-shooting https://www.wbur.org/hereandnow/2021/03/22/objectifying-asian-women-racism https://www.stanforddaily.com/2021/03/29/experts-say-atlanta-shooting-reflects-the-fetishization-of-asian-women/ https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2021/03/21/paul-michels-georgia-spa-shootings/4792531001/ https://abcnews.go.com/US/atlanta-shooting-victims-family-grieves-afar-strangers-organize/story?id=76883538 https://www.wsj.com/articles/last-spa-shooting-funeral-planned-by-chinese-american-community-11617537601 https://www.ajc.com/news/breaking-officials-release-names-of-4-women-killed-in-atlanta-spa-shootings/UJR22SSUQZE2JHB7EFWRT6DUZI/ https://people.com/crime/son-of-atlanta-shooting-victim-hyun-jung-grant-recalls-their-last-moment-together/ https://www.thedailybeast.com/atlanta-massage-parlor-shooting-victim-sun-cha-kim-remembered-as-a-fighter https://www.nytimes.com/2021/03/19/us/atlanta-shooting-victims.html http://sk.sagepub.com/reference/violentcrime/n255.xml https://digitalcommons.wcl.american.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1164&context=tma https://animemotivation.com/anime-fetishization-weebs-japan/ https://www.vice.com/en/article/qjpymm/the-alleged-atlanta-shooters-church-tried-to-disappear-from-the-internet https://www.crabapplefbc.org/ https://www.newyorker.com/news/us-journal/two-georgia-churches-grapple-with-the-shootings-in-atlanta

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Magic composed by Johny Grimes https://soundcloud.com/johny-grimes Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/31WXS2t Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/rsz_WNXpTYc

Scream composed by ELANSARIX Creative Commons — https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/ Download Free: https://elansarix.fanlink.to/scream

Intractable composed by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Rain and Tears composed by Neutrin05 https://soundcloud.com/neutrin05 Creative Commons — Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 Unported — CC BY-SA 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2PKvY28 Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/RRsQBq9nSXQ

Villanous Treachery composed by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

Sad Music Sound Effect composed by Scott Buckley www.scottbuckley.com.au YouTube - bit.ly/2xeSz0l Music promoted by no copyright music store https://youtu.be/UrCRjIXrd7Y

Bonus - Graphic Images & Content Warnings Mar 31, 2021

CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains graphic descriptions of physical violence, physical suffering and death. Listener discretion is advised.

In this public release of a Patreon bonus episode originally released in July 2019, Jaye discusses graphic images of suffering and oppression. Should these be protected by content warnings? The episode dives into the history of violent images and how unaltered visuals moved many Americans to act politically. She also explores the downsides of consuming violent imagery, particularly on mental health, and why content warnings are used to alert audiences to graphic content.

Source Links:

https://www.cnn.com/2019/06/27/politics/ken-cuccinelli-drowned-father-daughter-fault/index.html

http://fortune.com/longform/media-company-ownership-consolidation/

https://www.biography.com/crime-figure/emmett-till

https://www.smithsonianmag.com/arts-culture/emmett-tills-casket-goes-to-the-smithsonian-144696940/

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/baby-boomers-sociopaths-post-war-generation-bruce-gibney-betrayed-america-us-venture-capitalist-a7645476.html

https://www.vox.com/2017/12/20/16772670/baby-boomers-millennials-congress-debt

https://memory.loc.gov/ammem/awhhtml/awmi10/television.html

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320142.php

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/happiness-is-state-mind/201902/the-difference-between-sociopath-versus-psychopath

https://everydayfeminism.com/2015/06/guide-to-triggering/

https://www.britannica.com/topic/The-Vietnam-War-and-the-media-2051426

https://www.rewire.org/pbs/vietnam-war-media-shapes-public-opinion/

https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/democracyondeadline/mediaownership.html

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Realism composed by Text Me Records/Grandbankss

Almost a Year Ago composed by John Deley and the 41 Players

Late composed by Topher Mohr and Alex Elena

88 - A Kinder, Gentler Caging Mar 21, 2021

It is the middle of President Joe Biden's first 100 days in office, and his administration has been hard at work attempting to end the COVID-19 pandemic in the United States, as well as other policy priorities. But actions on immigration-related policy, as it relates to a shift in direction from Donald Trump, have been more modest. Jaye discusses Biden's ending of the Muslim Travel Ban and the lifting of restrictions for allowing unaccompanied minors into the US, among other immigration policies. Has Biden gone far enough to reverse Trump-era immigration policies, or is his centrism getting in the way of doing more?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://lawandcrime.com/immigration/bidens-new-ice-guidance-completely-backtracks-from-100-day-deportation-moratorium-promise-expands-enforcement-priorities/ https://lawandcrime.com/immigration/aclu-says-biden-cemented-trumps-legacy-of-harm-by-refusing-to-undo-damage-caused-by-muslim-ban/?utm_source=mostpopular https://www.miamiherald.com/news/local/immigration/article244244402.html https://www.vice.com/en/article/3an9mb/biden-homestead-migrant-children-detention-center-superfund https://www.afsc.org/sites/default/files/documents/AFSC%27s%20Report%20on%20Health%20at%20Risk%20at%20Homestead%20Detention%20Center.pdf https://www.afsc.org/blogs/news-and-commentary/5-things-to-know-about-muslim-ban https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/01/20/proclamation-ending-discriminatory-bans-on-entry-to-the-united-states/ https://www.state.gov/the-departments-45-day-review-following-the-revocation-of-proclamations-9645-and-9983/ https://ijrcenter.org/refugee-law/ https://supreme.justia.com/cases/federal/us/507/292/ https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2021/2/22/22295451/mpp-remain-in-mexico-asylum-biden https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/22299135/biden-kids-cages-migrant-children-carrizo-homestead https://www.npr.org/2021/02/18/968989967/democrats-unveil-sweeping-immigration-bill https://www.npr.org/2021/02/18/969083367/biden-tells-ice-to-chill-new-rules-limit-who-immigration-agents-target-for-arres https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/ice-deportations-immigration-arrests/2021/03/09/af27b164-80fa-11eb-bb5a-ad9a91faa4ef_story.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/texas-biden-lawsuit-ice-deportations/2021/01/22/4548eec2-5cea-11eb-aaad-93988621dd28_story.html https://scholarship.law.marquette.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=5138&context=mulr https://thehill.com/homenews/house/543190-democrats-calling-for-biden-administration-to-bar-ice-from-contracting-with https://apnews.com/article/joe-biden-race-and-ethnicity-prisons-coronavirus-pandemic-c8c246f00695f37ef2afb1dd3a5f115e https://apnews.com/article/immigration-coronavirus-pandemic-border-patrols-texas-9b959d739d59f03dd5873927171f2e29 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/mar/16/el-paso-migrant-children-shelters-capacity-biden-immigration https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/senate-passes-1-9-trillion-covid-relief-bill-including-1-n1259795

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Pixelated Autumn Leaves composed by Jeremy Blake

Until You're Gone Forever composed by Johny Grimes [Audio Library Release] Music provided by Audio Library Plus Watch: https://youtu.be/fso3tOjubXg Free Download / Stream: https://alplus.io/Uygf

Lost Within composed by A Himitsu https://soundcloud.com/a-himitsu Music by A Himitsu (https://youtube.com/channel/UCgFwu-j5-xNJml2FtTrrB3A) Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/2RuWYmu Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/DHNZeIy4kjs

Bonus - The Black 14 Feb 16, 2021

In this public release of a Patreon bonus episode originally released in January 2020, Jaye tells the story of the 1969 University of Wyoming Cowboys football team. Fourteen African-American players on the team were dismissed by their head coach in the middle of the 1969 season for asking permission to protest. How is the Black 14 incident, and the aftermath, instructive for understanding social protest by athletes today?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Sources:

Henderson, Simon. 2013. Sidelined: How American Sports Challenged the Black Freedom Struggle. Lexington, KY: University Press of Kentucky. https://lionswire.usatoday.com/2019/12/02/lions-list-of-10-quarterbacks-in-2019/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/fifty-years-after-the-black-14-were-banished-wyoming-football-reckons-with-the-past/2019/11/30/fb7e9286-e93d-11e9-9c6d-436a0df4f31d_story.html?utm_campaign=post_most&utm_medium=Email&utm_source=Newsletter&wpisrc=nl_most&wpmm=1#comments-wrapper https://www.espn.com/video/clip/_/id/22566174 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3yI5s_XolVE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C8tmNtGvnyI https://theundefeated.com/videos/before-kaepernick-there-was-the-black-14/ https://www.denverpost.com/2019/10/13/who-were-wyoming-cowboys-black-14/ https://www.denverpost.com/2009/11/07/spirit-of-the-black-14/ http://www.uwyo.edu/ahc/research/topics/black14.html https://www.wyohistory.org/encyclopedia/black-14-race-politics-religion-and-wyoming-football https://www.insidehighered.com/quicktakes/2019/12/02/after-50-years-wyoming-makes-amends-%E2%80%98black-14%E2%80%99 http://www.blacklds.org/history https://www.sltrib.com/sports/byu-cougars/2019/10/10/jaren-hall-will-make/ http://cougarstats.com/players.php?year=0&id=1259

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Find a Way composed by Lakey Inspired Licensed under a Creative Commons license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/)

Moving On composed by Wayne Jones

To Weather a Storm composed by Dan Lebowitz

Childhood composed by Scott Buckley https://soundcloud.com/scottbuckley Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/childhood-scott-buckley Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/-MzFFEENFu8

87 - Always Tomorrow, Never Today Feb 03, 2021

How could seemingly normal Americans end up becoming right-wing extremists? Jaye discusses the role of extremist Christianity as a gateway to radical right-wing movements. Does the fact that Christianity is the dominant religion in the United States blind us to the possibility of family, friends and others we associate with becoming radicalized?

Twitter: @potstirrercast
IG: @potstirrerpodcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/
Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Featured Articles:

Chrissy Stroop article (Religion Dispatches): https://religiondispatches.org/where-were-they-radicalized-no-answer-is-complete-without-addressing-evangelical-churches-and-schooling/
Rebecca Klein article (Huffington Post): https://www.huffpost.com/entry/christian-textbooks-trump-capitol-riot_n_6000bce3c5b62c0057bb711f

Other Sources:

https://www.vox.com/2021/1/11/22225531/joe-biden-trump-capitol-inauguration https://today.yougov.com/topics/politics/articles-reports/2021/01/06/US-capitol-trump-poll https://morningconsult.com/form/tracking-voter-trust-in-elections/ https://www.abc.net.au/religion/philip-gorski-white-christian-nationalism/13055050 https://www.christianpost.com/voice/huffpost-blaming-christian-curriculum-for-riots-is-slanderous.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0cW8bHtJJKU

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com
Hanging Out composed by Bruno E.
Glacier composed by Chris Haugen
Walking in the Sky composed by Nico Staf
Raging Streets by SefChol

86 - This Is America Jan 11, 2021

The year 2021 has begun in the United States with a tragic attack on democracy. On January 6, pro-Trump rioters who were taking part in a protest stormed the US Capitol Building in Washington DC, during a joint session of Congress held to certify the results of the 2020 presidential election. The Capitol attack, incited by the rhetoric of Donald Trump and other Republican politicians, led to the deaths of five people, including a Capitol police officer who was murdered by rioters. It has led to many questions about possible Trumpist infiltration of federal, state and local law enforcement agencies, racial and political bias in how we view the act of protest, the health of American democracy, and many more.

Ervin Johnson II, cofounder of Shining Otaku Comics, joins Jaye to discuss the Capitol Riots and the surrounding issues, as well as what happens next - both to Donald Trump and to America. This informal conversation also includes some levity - as sometimes we need to laugh to keep from crying.

*Correction: Rev. Raphael Warnock and Jon Ossoff are the first Black and Jewish US senator respectively representing the State of Georgia.

Shining Otaku Comics YouTube (Gameoncloud9): https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChHp5LI7jz4wK6Q_-JzvFXg Twitter: @shiningotaku IG: @shiningotaku Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shiningotakucomics/ Website: http://shiningotaku.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

85 - War on Christmas 2020 Dec 25, 2020

In the fourth annual Potstirrer Podcast War on Christmas Special, Jaye reflects on the strange, horrifying year that was 2020. Would a decently better response to the pandemic have netted Donald Trump a second term? And does incoming president Joe Biden have the fight in him to take on the groups who are seeking to end democracy in the United States?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-naacp-kkk-act-lawsuit-black-voters-b1777750.html https://www.nytimes.com/2020/09/22/us/politics/trump-coronavirus-virtually-nobody.html https://www.politico.com/news/2020/12/16/trump-appointee-demanded-herd-immunity-strategy-446408 https://www.businessinsider.com/coronavirus-federal-govt-fema-accused-taking-states-masks-ventilator-orders-2020-4 https://www.vox.com/2020/4/10/21215578/trump-ventilators-coronavirus-cory-gardner-colorado-jared-polis-patronage https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-03-29/california-broken-ventilators-silicon-valley-newsom https://www.politico.com/f/?id=00000176-6c7e-d0c3-ab77-7dff0c950001 https://www.politico.com/f/?id=00000176-6c8b-df56-a3f6-7dbb86720000 https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-liberate-michigan-tweet-plot-kidnap-gretchen-whitmer-governor-1537719 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-asia-53715084 https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/politics/2020/04/17/trump-tweets-liberate-michigan-other-states-democratic-governors/5152037002/ https://www.cnbc.com/2020/04/20/how-shake-shack-potbelly-and-ruths-chris-got-small-business-loans.html https://www.cnn.com/2020/04/24/business/ruth-chris-jpmorgan-small-business-ppp/index.html

Music:

Carol Of the Bells composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Hip Hop Christmas composed by Twin Musicom http://twinmusicom.org Creative Commons — Attribution 4.0 International — CC BY 4.0 Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/hip-hop-christma Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/VnzJ96YTqrA

Bonus - Jaye's Top Five Terrible Humans Dec 08, 2020

In this flashback bonus episode - originally a two-parter first released in May and June of 2019, Jaye shares her Top Five Terrible Humans List. These are influential Americans, dead or alive, who made a negative contribution to their sphere of influence during their lifetime. In this episode, Jaye discusses her purely, 100 percent subjective criteria, dishonorable mentions, and the full list of Terrible Humans. Neither Donald Trump nor Mike Pence can be found on the list, because that's way too easy. But listen in to see who does make the list!

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Links: https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2007/10/reading-my-grandfather-s-son-by-clarence-thomas.html https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2018/10/31/donors-adds-one-hundred-thousand-dollars-reward-tamara-strawberry-greene-death/1830285002/ https://www.usnews.com/news/education-news/articles/2019-03-28/the-controversial-race-research-devos-used-to-revoke-school-discipline-guidance https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/betsy-devos/story?id=43745520 https://publicintegrity.org/2005/05/26/5838/organizational-donors https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/answer-sheet/wp/2016/12/08/a-sobering-look-at-what-betsy-devos-did-to-education-in-michigan-and-what-she-might-do-as-secretary-of-education/?utm_term=.ebc5faadca14 https://www.mlive.com/news/2018/05/michigan_schools_on_a_race_to.html https://www.christiancentury.org/blog-post/liberty-university-your-roots-are-showing https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5502785 https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=1953700 https://www.thenation.com/article/agent-intolerance/ https://www.greenvilleonline.com/story/news/education/2017/02/16/bju-regains-nonprofit-status-17-years-after-dropped-discriminatory-policy/98009170/ https://www.freep.com/story/opinion/2018/05/26/coleman-young-myths/638105002/ https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/oakland-county/2016/09/20/patterson-sue-syria-refugee/90753592/ https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2014/01/27/drop-dead-detroit https://www.kqed.org/news/11209729/did-the-emptying-of-mental-hospitals-contribute-to-homelessness-here https://www.nytimes.com/1984/10/30/science/how-release-of-mental-patients-began.html https://www.salon.com/2013/09/29/ronald_reagans_shameful_legacy_violence_the_homeless_mental_illness/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2015/12/01/a-disturbing-new-glimpse-at-the-reagan-administrations-indifference-to-aids/?utm_term=.bd885a87f9bb https://hornet.com/stories/ronald-reagan-hiv/ http://www.factlv.org/timeline.htm http://hivinsite.ucsf.edu/insite?page=kb-01-03

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Moonquake composed by Nana Kwabena

Fiend (Sting) composed by Jingle Punks

Barely Small composed by Freedom Trail Studio

Ducky Funk composed by Quincas Moreira

After Thought composed by Density & Time

Crystal Cubes Part Two composed by Freedom Trail Studio

Away composed by Patrick

84 - A Republic, If You Can Keep It Nov 25, 2020

The 2020 US general election has taken place, and after days of counting in several swing states, former Vice-President Joe Biden has won the election decisively over Donald Trump. However, the expected gains for Democrats in Congress - the "blue wave" - were not realized. Why did this result occur? Jaye details what she believes is the real reason why centrist Democrats are blaming progressives and black activists for the unmet expectations in Congress.

Meanwhile, Trump has yet to concede the presidential election to Biden, and has pushed the courts and state legislatures to set aside the election results in favor of gifting him a second term, citing "fraud" that has yet to be proven in a court of law. Are Trump's efforts a sign of a soft coup, or a grift? And should Americans be concerned about democracy, even as it appears Trump is failing in his efforts?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2020/11/06/memo-centrist-democrats-stop-blaming-progressives-house-losses/ Cohen, Andrew. 2014. Two Days in June: John F. Kennedy and the 48 Hours That Made History. 2014. McClelland & Stewart. https://www.jfklibrary.org/asset-viewer/report-to-the-american-people-on-civil-rights-11-june-1963 https://ballotpedia.org/California%27s_45th_Congressional_District https://www.justice.gov/crt/title-ii-civil-rights-act-public-accommodations https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2020/06/title-vii-because-of-sex-howard-smith-history.html https://www.senate.gov/about/powers-procedures/filibusters-cloture/civil-rights-filibuster-ended.htm https://obamawhitehouse.archives.gov/the-press-office/2014/04/10/remarks-president-lbj-presidential-library-civil-rights-summit https://www.fox2detroit.com/news/chair-of-wayne-county-board-of-canvassers-states-her-case-why-she-didnt-certify-election https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/11/19/wayne-county-rescind-certifying-election/ https://photos.metrotimes.com/the-best-twitter-reactions-to-grosse-pointe-antifa/?slide=1&grosse-pointe-antifa-twitter1 https://www.forbes.com/sites/joewalsh/2020/11/18/no-detroit-did-not-report-more-votes-than-people/?sh=408ddcd61baa https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/detroit-city/2020/11/21/suit-stop-trump-campaign-pressuring-michigan-elections-officials/6379517002/ https://detroitmi.gov/webapp/election-results https://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-election-trump-fundraising-insigh/donations-under-8k-to-trump-election-defense-instead-go-to-president-rnc-idUSKBN27R309 https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2018/01/frum-trumpocracy/550685/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Chilltronic composed by RKVC

Hurts So Good Blues composed by Unicorn Heads

75 & Lower composed by DJ Williams

Six Feet Off the Ground composed by Nana Kwabena

83 - The Last Stand Oct 30, 2020

The 2020 US general election is coming up, and it's time to get ready! Jaye discusses political polling - including why the 2016 presidential poll predictions were not as much of a failure as it has been reported in the press. Will 2020 be a repeat of 2016? Also, Jaye discusses the current landscape and provides guidance in case of a Donald Trump victory or should Joe Biden win the election.

Election Protection Hotline: 1-866-OUR-VOTE (1-866-687-8683) Voter Protection Information: https://www.lawyerscommittee.org/project/election-protection/ https://www.vote.org/election-protection/

Election Night Livestream on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QqpYfH_sh0E

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material: https://www.politico.com/2016-election/results/map/president/ https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/polls/president-general/national/ https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2016-election-forecast/ https://www.scribbr.com/methodology/reliability-vs-validity/#:~:text=Reliability%20is%20about%20the%20consistency,results%2C%20especially%20in%20quantitative%20research. https://www.cnbc.com/2020/10/27/cnbc-all-america-economic-survey-biden-still-holds-a-big-lead-over-trump-but-race-could-tighten.html https://www.math.upenn.edu/~deturck/m170/wk4/lecture/case1.html https://www.jstor.org/stable/2749114 https://www.aapor.org/Education-Resources/Reports/An-Evaluation-of-2016-Election-Polls-in-the-U-S.aspx https://thehill.com/homenews/media/522016-trafalgar-chief-pollster-predicts-trump-victory-polls-predominantly-missing https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/the-invisible-undecided-voter/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/elections/2020/10/18/donald-trumps-toughest-hurdle-2020-election-win-few-undecideds/3654305001/ https://doi.org/10.1515/spp-2016-0005 https://www.pewresearch.org/methods/2017/03/31/are-telephone-polls-understating-support-for-trump/ https://www.wpr.org/polls-missed-mark-2016-experts-say-things-are-different-2020

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Aurora Currents by Asher Fulero

Minor Blues for Booker by E's Jammy Jams

Rescuer by Dan Mason https://danmason.bandcamp.com

Sun Awakening by Futuremono

Wakanda by Mona Wonderlick https://soundcloud.com/monawonderlick Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/-wakanda Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/pKIdZmeS_JY

82 - 1984 Oct 12, 2020

In the runup to the 2020 US general election, many events have occurred on local, state and federal levels that point to an authoritarian slide for the United States. Jaye discusses some of these events, including the presidential and vice-presidential debates, the plot to kidnap Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer, the Kentucky grand jury decision in the Breonna Taylor case, Donald Trump's ban of "critical race theory" in public schools, and the rushed efforts to confirm staunch conservative Amy Coney Barrett to the US Supreme Court in advance of the election. Focusing on the example set by the Christian Right, Jaye makes the case for progressives voting for Joe Biden in this election, and warns that on this year's ballot is the fate of this democratic republic.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material: https://www.detroitnews.com/story/news/local/michigan/2020/10/08/feds-thwart-militia-plot-kidnap-michigan-gov-gretchen-whitmer/5922301002/ https://6abc.com/gretchen-whitmer-michigan-governor-wolverine-watchmen-gov/6867073/ https://www.bridgemi.com/michigan-government/wolverine-watchmen-militia-linked-whitmer-kidnap-plot-has-boogaloo-ties https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-politics/wp/2018/04/18/trump-calls-californias-sanctuary-laws-a-ridiculous-crime-infested-breeding-concept/ https://thehill.com/opinion/civil-rights/518031-trumps-good-genes-speech-echoes-racial-eugenics https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/elections/online-vulnerable-experts-find-nearly-three-dozen-u-s-voting-n1112436 https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2020/10/07/kentucky-ag-seeks-to-ban-breonna-taylor-jurors-from-speaking-publicly/ https://thehill.com/homenews/administration/520209-kentucky-attorney-general-asks-court-to-block-grand-juror-from https://www.npr.org/2020/09/22/915843471/trump-expands-ban-on-racial-sensitivity-training-to-federal-contractors https://www.history.com/news/mendez-school-segregation-mexican-american https://www.nytimes.com/1983/05/25/us/high-court-bans-tax-exemptions-for-schools-with-racial-barriers-excerpts.html https://scholarship.law.wm.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2708&context=wmlr https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2014/05/religious-right-real-origins-107133 https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2020/09/ruth-bader-ginsburg-rbg-dying-wish.html https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-54312699 https://peopleofpraise.org/about/faq/ https://marriageinchrist.com/faq/ https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/sep/30/people-of-praise-amy-coney-barrett-website https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/04/us/politics/biden-covid-test-trump.html

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Higher Octane composed by Vans in Japan

Land of the RetroOnes composed by RAGE

Bring Me Your Sorrows composed by Dan Lebowitz

Sun Awakening composed by Futuremono

81 - Finding Seguridad: Conversation with Allison K. Garcia Sep 22, 2020

Christian fiction author Allison K. Garcia returns to Potstirrer Podcast to share with us about her upcoming novel, Finding Seguridad, the second in the Buscando Home series. The conversation includes discussion of themes in the book, as well as a range of topics, including the experiences of Latino immigrants and other marginalized groups in the current political and social environment, domestic violence, deconstruction and reconstruction of Christian faith, coming out as LGBTQ+ as a Christian, Black Lives Matter, and more.

Preorder Finding Seguridad: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08GSM9ZQY/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_dp_x_ZryAFbPT04JCN

Reach out to Allison K. Garcia:

Author Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/allisonkgarciaauthor/ Readers and Dreamers Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/140677406601531/ Sign Up for Allison's Newsletter: https://facebook.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=739af063c16f4c6bb9277cef1&id=9a4d5cb6e4

Instagram: @allisonkgarciaauthor Twitter: @ATheWriter

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

80 - US-Middle East Relations, Part 3: Partition Sep 20, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode includes discussion of violent themes, specifically war and genocide. Listener discretion is advised.

This multi-episode series is about the history of relations between the United States and the Middle East, including both US foreign policy and the Middle Eastern immigrant experience. In this episode, Jaye discusses the decline and fall of the Ottoman Empire, including World War I and the Sykes-Picot Agreement, which set into motion the partition of the Middle East after the war. How is the decline of the Ottoman Empire a cautionary tale of the dangers of nationalism? Also, how did Sykes-Picot affect relations between the Middle East and the West for decades to come?

Middle East under Ottoman control:

Sykes-Picot Agreement:

Middle East Partition (Conference of San Remo):

Upcoming Episode - Interview with Author Allison K. Garcia Preorder Finding Seguridad

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrSphs_YpAk https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFEPASueKdQ https://storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/575e498fbfea463a9aa5247182f5345f https://www.history.com/news/ottoman-empire-fall https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-i/world-war-i-history https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/britain-and-france-conclude-sykes-picot-agreement https://www.jstor.org/stable/pdf/10.7591/j.ctt1w0d9w9.9.pdf?ab_segments=0%2Fbasic_search%2Fcontrol&refreqid=fastly-default%3Ae8a8233a79ddc4ffe76c26dc90a03fcd https://www.americanrhetoric.com/speeches/mlkihaveadream.htm https://www.britannica.com/biography/Enver-Pasa https://www.britannica.com/event/Sykes-Picot-Agreement https://www.britannica.com/place/Ottoman-Empire/Dissolution-of-the-empire https://www.britannica.com/event/Conference-of-San-Remo https://interactive.aljazeera.com/aje/2016/sykes-picot-100-years-middle-east-map/index.html https://www.thenational.ae/world/lebanon-s-dark-days-of-hunger-the-great-famine-of-1915-18-1.70379 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-16352745 https://www.wsj.com/articles/when-turkey-destroyed-its-christians-11558109896 https://www.hawaii.edu/powerkills/SOD.CHAP5.HTM https://www.researchgate.net/publication/231537076_Cultural_Homogenization_Ethnic_Cleansing_and_Genocide https://www.armenian-genocide.org/genocide.html https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/how-the-curse-of-sykes-picot-still-haunts-the-middle-east https://www.thenational.ae/arts-culture/how-the-first-world-war-shaped-the-borders-of-the-middle-east-1.785667#1

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Four More Weeks composed by Vans in Japan

Sunday composed by TrackTribe

Ascent to the Station composed by TeknoAXE Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License

Rain Cloud Music composed by Emily A. Sprague

The Emperor's New Nikes composed by DJ Williams

79 - Exposed Aug 29, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode involves discussion of crime, police brutality and bigotry, including physical violence, murder, and racism. Listener discretion is advised.

In this commentary episode, Jaye shares her reaction to the events during the week of the 2020 Republican National Convention, including the shooting of Jacob Blake Jr. by police, and the shooting at the resulting Kenosha, WI protests, allegedly perpetrated by Kyle Rittenhouse. How did the police approach each of these incidents, and what do the differences say about the nature of police brutality and the police state in America? Jaye makes the case that the way the police, the Republican Party, and many right-wing voices discuss the terrorist attack committed at the Kenosha protests should give every American, regardless of race or ideology, pause.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/ct-kenosha-shooting-kyle-rittenhouse-20200826-xdww3peuj5ddbimcj4vikx63y4-story.html https://chicago.cbslocal.com/2020/08/26/kenosha-shooting-video-shows-suspected-gunman-kyle-rittenhouse-being-allowed-to-leave-scene/ https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-53927756 https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/ellievhall/kenosha-suspect-kyle-rittenhouse-trump-rally?fbclid=IwAR0bIVKrceKrnNpelastU-z7fg_1MkTJQanYWUyfLn8Pn8Z91X9u820jcP8 https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/salvadorhernandez/pence-dhs-officer-death-rnc-speech?bftwnews&utm_term=4ldqpgc#4ldqpgc https://www.nydailynews.com/news/crime/ny-kenosha-victims-identified-as-anthony-huber-joseph-rosenbaum-20200827-zvrsv7fpqfftlmjyrtjrmg5wwa-story.html https://www.insider.com/kenosha-chief-protesters-wouldnt-be-shot-obeyed-curfew-2020-8?fbclid=IwAR0R4LVoiG_k97xIRYyCjh99ocEH6PUzP283vKl_Xw4nvpM8f0te-q58FPs https://www.washingtonpost.com/sports/2020/08/27/led-by-chris-webber-kenny-smith-inside-nba-went-pregame-show-protest-real-time/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/sports/tennis/2020/08/26/naomi-osaka-not-playing-western-southern-open-semifinals/5640537002/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/08/26/kenosha-protests-jacob-blake-what-we-know/3441684001/ https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/08/teenager-kyle-rittenhouse-arrested-charged-kenosha-shootings-200826180242065.html https://apnews.com/0cbc14762c89304f9f052fd33a1f4445 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/jacob-blake-paralyzed-shooting-kenosha-wisconsin-police/ https://sports.yahoo.com/just-listen-trey-flowers-message-unites-lions-as-players-fight-to-keep-control-of-their-social-justice-voice-225654972.html https://sports.yahoo.com/naomi-osaka-walkout-boycott-western-southern-open-jacob-blake-shooting-semifinal-014908552.html

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

To the Sun and Back composed by TrackTribe

Lazy Boy Blues composed by Unicorn Heads

Dance of the Mammoths composed by The Whole Other

Bonus - For the Bible Tells You So Aug 04, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode includes discussion of physical and sexual abuse, including the abuse of children. Listener discretion is advised.

In this flashback bonus episode first released as a Patreon bonus episode in August 2018 originally entitled "Abuse: Endorsed by Scripture?," Jaye discusses the use of Romans 13:1-5, a passage in the Bible invoked by then-Attorney General Jeff Sessions and the White House Press Secretary at the time, Sarah Huckabee Sanders, to justify the separation and detainment of families seeking asylum at the US-Mexico border. What does this Bible passage really mean - in a historical and contemporary context - if Sessions and Sanders are correct? Jaye outlines the danger of using religious passages to justify oppressive government actions. This episode also includes fresh new commentary that frames this episode in the current context of the COVID-19 pandemic and Black Lives Matter protests.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Citations:

"Christian Persecution." Open Doors USA. https://www.opendoorsusa.org/christian-persecution/

Honarvar, Ari. 2018. "A 6-Year-Old Girl Was Sexually Abused in an Immigrant-Detention Center." The Nation. July 27. https://www.thenation.com/article/six-year-old-girl-sexually-abused-immigrant-detention-center/

McCammon, Sarah. 2018. "Who is Andrew Brunson, the Pastor Prompting Sanctions Threats Against Turkey?" National Public Radio. July 26. https://www.npr.org/2018/07/26/632700877/who-is-andrew-brunson-the-pastor-prompting-sanctions-threats-against-turkey

Stiller, Brian. 2018. "Faith in Russia: What Does it Mean?" Christianity Today. March 17. https://www.christianitytoday.com/edstetzer/2018/march/faith-in-russia-what-does-it-mean.html

"US Pastor Brunson Goes on Trial in Turkey After Arrest in Coup Crackdown." 2018. The British Broadcasting Corporation. April 16. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-43781891

Additional Reading:

Bonner, Raymond. 2018. "America's Role in El Salvador's Deterioration." The Atlantic. Jan 20. https://www.theatlantic.com/international/archive/2018/01/trump-and-el-salvador/550955/

"How US Policy in Honduras Set the Stage for Today's Mass Migration." 2016. The Conversation. October 31. http://theconversation.com/how-us-policy-in-honduras-set-the-stage-for-todays-mass-migration-65935

Perrigo, Billy. 2016. "The Devastating Effects of American Intervention in Guatemala." The Panoptic. November 19. https://thepanoptic.co.uk/2016/11/19/american-intervention-guatemala/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Ocean composed by THBD Licensed under a Creative Commons License.(CC BY 3.0) https://creativecommons.org/licenses/ Artist: https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan

Amazing Grace composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Boards composed by Francis Preve

Slow Burn composed by Corbyn Kites

78 - Policing, Part 2: Solving the Police Jul 23, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode involves discussion of crime, police brutality and bigotry, including physical violence, sexual assault, murder, racism, Islamophobia, homophobia and transphobia. Listener discretion is advised.

In the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd at the hands of police, and the resulting Black Lives Matter uprisings and protests, there has been an ongoing national conversation regarding police brutality and race. In the final part of a two-episode series, Jaye discusses developments in policing that have increased the danger police pose to society, including the infiltration of police departments by white supremacists and police militarization. She also outlines some possible solutions that are intended to make all communities safer, from police reforms such as increased accountability and demilitarization, to police restructuring such as defunding the police and abolishing police. Why is even incremental change so difficult, and what does it truly mean to "defund" and "abolish" police?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source List

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Winter Embrace composed by Silent Partner

Traffic Traffic composed by Silent Partner

Arms Dealer composed by Anno Domini Beats

Dana composed by Vibe Tracks

The Contractor General composed by Silent Partner

Scratching Teeth composed by JHS Pedals

77 - Policing, Part 1: Working as Intended Jul 06, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode involves discussion of crime and police brutality, including violence, injury & death. Listener discretion is advised.

In the aftermath of the killing of George Floyd at the hands of police, and the resulting Black Lives Matter uprisings and protests, there has been an ongoing national conversation regarding police brutality and race. In Part 1 of a two-episode series, Jaye contends that to discuss police brutality in an honest way, we must discuss policing in America. What are some common hurdles to discussing the issue, and what are some important facts in regards to policing and race? Jaye also delves into the history of US policing, including why modern police departments were developed. Is the system truly broken, or working as intended?

Previous episodes discussed:

Detroit/America Series Urban Renewal Series The Drug War Series Philando Castile (YouTube video)

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

http://psychology.iresearchnet.com/social-psychology/social-cognition/just-world-hypothesis/ https://lawreview.law.ucdavis.edu/online/vol52/52-online-Hodges-Pugh.pdf https://www.kmblegal.com/whistleblower-blog/police-whistleblowers-could-help-curb-unethical-practices-within-force https://www.patrickburnslaw.com/Articles/Business-Law-Articles/Two-Minneapolis-Police-Officers-Face-Retaliation-for-Doing-Their-Jobs.shtml https://thecrimereport.org/2020/06/18/the-plight-of-the-police-whistleblower/ https://www.innocenceproject.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/NAS-Report-ID.pdf https://lawenforcementmuseum.org/2019/07/10/slave-patrols-an-early-form-of-american-policing/ https://time.com/4779112/police-history-origins/ https://theconversation.com/the-racist-roots-of-american-policing-from-slave-patrols-to-traffic-stops-112816 https://plsonline.eku.edu/insidelook/brief-history-slavery-and-origins-american-policing https://plsonline.eku.edu/sites/plsonline.eku.edu/files/the-history-of-policing-in-us.pdf https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/10511250500335627 https://www.ncsc.org/trends/monthly-trends-articles/2017/the-trouble-with-eyewitness-identification-testimony-in-criminal-cases https://www.pnas.org/content/116/34/16793 https://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/pdf/htus8008.pdf https://www.vera.org/downloads/publications/for-the-record-unjust-burden-racial-disparities.pdf https://www.washingtonpost.com/graphics/2020/opinions/systemic-racism-police-evidence-criminal-justice-system/ https://www.nature.com/articles/s41562-020-0858-1 https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3146057 https://www.splcenter.org/hatewatch/2017/10/23/white-supremacists-favorite-myths-about-black-crime-rates-take-another-hit-bjs-study https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2020/01/04/they-were-treated-like-animals-murder-hoax-that-made-bostons-black-community-target/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2019/10/25/she-captivated-nation-by-saying-black-man-kidnapped-her-sons-police-knew-she-killed-them/ https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/copaganda-look-dangerous-ways-police-224113270.html https://www.salon.com/2020/06/05/copaganda-most-major-media-is-still-much-too-eager-to-embrace-police-friendly-framing/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Valley of Spies composed by The Whole Other

Jack's Garage composed by Midnight North

Palmetto Moon composed by The 126ers

Aviated composed by Nana Kwabena

Bonus - Affluenza Jun 16, 2020

In the public release of February 2019's Patreon bonus episode, Jaye discusses the news story from January 2019 about the confrontation in Washington DC, between Catholic high school students from Northern Kentucky and a Native American elder. How does a seemingly straightforward news story, complete with video, morph into a controversy dividing society along the familiar lines of partisanship and race?

Jaye happens to live in the same metropolitan area the school is located, and she gives her unique insight on the events and underlying issues, as well as the symbolism of the Make America Great Again hats worn by the students. For the public release, Jaye also provides an update of the incident, and reframes it in light of Black Lives Matter and America's current reckoning with its treatment of black and indigenous people of color (BIPOC).

Citations

Artino, Lauren. 2020. "CNN Settles with Sandmann $800 Million Suit." Fox 19 Now. January 7. https://www.fox19.com/2020/01/07/cnn-settles-lawsuit-with-nick-sandmann/

Artist, Timyka. 2018. “Jake Walter Registered as Juvenile Sex Offender Before New Rape Accusation.” WCPO. December 13. https://www.wcpo.com/news/crime/jake-walter-registered-as-juvenile-sex-offender-before-new-rape-accusation

“Dad Feels Frustration, Guilt Over Son’s Fate.” The Orlando Sentinel. April 15, 1994; p. A-1.

“Ex-Basketball Star Accused of Raping Woman Multiple Times Faces Judge.” WLWT. December 17, 2018. https://www.wlwt.com/article/ex-basketball-star-accused-of-raping-woman-multiple-times-faces-judge/25602055

“Fay Asks for Prayers; Clinton Calls the Caning ‘A Mistake.’” The Orlando Sentinel. April 15, 1994; p. A-12.

Ford, Dana. 2013. “Texas Teen Ethan Couch Gets 10 Years’ Probation for Driving Drunk, Killing 4.” CNN. December 12. https://www.cnn.com/2013/12/11/us/texas-teen-dwi-wreck/index.html

Freiburger, Calvin. 2019. “Breaking: Covington Bishop Apologizes to Pro-Life Students: ‘We Allowed Ourselves to be Bullied.’” Life Site News. https://www.lifesitenews.com/news/breaking-covington-bishop-apologizes-to-pro-life-students-we...allowed-ours

Lowry, Rich. 2019. “In Defense of the MAGA Hat.” Politico. January 24. https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2019/01/24/lowry-covington-maga-hats-224215

Millward, Evan. 2018. “Basketball Jerseys get Kings Team Booted from Recreational League.” WCPO. January 8. https://www.wcpo.com/sports/basketball-jerseys-get-kings-team-booted-from-recreational-league

Morgan-Smith, Kia. 2019. “Covington Catholic Students Defend Racist School Culture and Blackface Taunting of Players.” The Grio. January 24. https://thegrio.com/2019/01/24/covington-catholic-students-defend-racist-school-culture-and-blackface-taunting-of-players/

“Outrage Follows Elder High’s Racial Badgering at Prep Game.” The Cincinnati Herald. February 2018. http://thecincinnatiherald.com/2018/02/outrage-follows-elder-highs-racial-badgering-prep-game/

Park, Madison. 2018. “Ethan Couch of ‘Affluenza’ Case Released from Jail.” CNN. April 2. https://www.cnn.com/2018/04/02/us/ethan-couch-affluenza-jail-release/index.html

Salam, Maya, and Matthew Haag. 2018. “Atrocities Under Kim Jong-un: Indoctrination, Prison Gulags, Executions.” The New York Times. June 11. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/11/world/asia/north-korea-human-rights.html

Schneider, Grace. 2019. “Louisville PR Firm Played a Key Role in Covington Catholic Controversy.” Louisville Courier-Journal. January 21. https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2019/01/21/covington-catholic-runswitch-pr-helped-student-in-controversial-video/2638400002/

Stewart, Emily. 2019. “How the Story of a Clash Between a Boy in a MAGA Hat and a Native American Elder Unfolded.” Vox. January 29. https://www.vox.com/2019/1/22/18192908/covington-catholic-video-nick-sandmann-maga

Strachan, Jessica. 2018. “Here’s the Richest Town in Michigan.” Patch. June 1. https://patch.com/michigan/grossepointe/here-s-richest-town-michigan

Stutzman, Rene. 2013. “Zimmerman Attorneys Say Jurors Should Hear About Trayvon’s Pot Use.” The Orlando Sentinel. May 22; p. B-3.

Wolf, Cam. 2019. “The MAGA Hat is Still an Object of Hate.” GQ. January 26. https://www.gq.com/story/maga-hat-march-for-life

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Inevitable composed by Diamond Ortiz

Stranger Danger composed by Francis Preve

76 - May the Odds Be Ever In Your Favor Jun 02, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode involves discussion of the COVID-19 pandemic, police brutality, and historical events related to racial, ethnic, disability and class discrimination, including discussion of violence, illness, injury & death. Listener discretion is advised.

Against the backdrop of a deadly pandemic, the fabric of the United States is coming undone. Jaye discusses the impact of the novel coronavirus on communities of color, including Black, Latino, and Native Americans. Also, were the anti-quarantine protests truly "peaceful," and who was truly behind those protests? In addition, Jaye reflects on the George Floyd murder by Minneapolis police officers, the resulting anti-police brutality protests, and the aggressive police response. What do the events of 2020 say about our country's leadership and the future of America?

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/05/06/opinion/coronavirus-deaths-statistics.html https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2020/us/coronavirus-us-cases.html#states https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/black-americans-latinos-times-died-covid-19-poll/story?id=70794789 https://tcf.org/content/report/racism-inequality-health-care-african-americans/?session=1 https://www.ourbodiesourselves.org/book-excerpts/health-article/forced-sterilization/ https://www.pbs.org/independentlens/blog/unwanted-sterilization-and-eugenics-programs-in-the-united-states/ https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2016/03/07/469478098/the-supreme-court-ruling-that-led-to-70-000-forced-sterilizations https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/racism-discrimination-health-care-providers-patients-2017011611015 https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4181672/ https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/magazine/magazine_article/america-is-failing-its-black-mothers/ https://www.history.com/news/the-infamous-40-year-tuskegee-study https://www.courier-journal.com/story/news/local/2020/05/27/kentucky-governor-hanged-effigy-protester-fired-huffman-auto/5265063002/ https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/22/us/politics/coronavirus-trump-death-toll.html?action=click&module=Spotlight&pgtype=Homepage https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/inside-the-conservative-networks-backing-anti-quarantine-protests/2020/04/22/da75c81e-83fe-11ea-a3eb-e9fc93160703_story.html https://www.sourcewatch.org/index.php/Mercer_Family_Foundation https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/04/anti-lockdown-protests-200420180415064.html https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2020/04/23/coronavirus-iowa-family-behind-reopen-covid-19-protests/3010862001/ https://www.wired.com/story/anti-lockdown-protests-online/ https://time.com/5825840/anti-quarantine-protests-organizers-trump/ https://www.mlive.com/politics/2012/12/michigan_freedom_fund_runs_rad.html https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/04/anti-lockdown-protests-200420180415064.html https://www.snopes.com/news/2020/05/20/michigan-lockdown-protesters https://minnesota.cbslocal.com/2020/05/26/george-floyd-man-dies-after-being-arrested-by-minneapolis-police-fbi-called-to-investigate/ https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/akzggb/a-cop-kneeled-on-a-black-mans-neck-until-he-said-he-couldnt-breathe-he-died-at-the-hospital https://www.justsecurity.org/70497/far-right-infiltrators-and-agitators-in-george-floyd-protests-indicators-of-white-supremacists/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Battle Royale composed by Au.Ra

After Thought composed by Density & Time

Reception composed by William Rosati

The Emperor's Army composed by Jeremy Blake

75 - US-Middle East Relations, Part 2: Make Room for Other May 16, 2020

This multi-episode series is about the history of relations between the United States and the Middle East, including both US foreign policy and the Middle Eastern immigrant experience. In this episode, Jaye recounts the early history of relations between the United States and the Middle East, focusing on the Barbary Wars, and delves into early immigration to the US from the Middle East.

What role did religion play in the acceptance of early Middle Eastern immigrants, and how did people of Middle Eastern descent become "white" in America?

Featured Content: Musings of a Modern Muslim with Freeni Podcast: https://anchor.fm/themodmuslim Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themodmuslim/

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

https://www.monticello.org/site/research-and-collections/first-barbary-war https://history.state.gov/milestones/1801-1829/barbary-wars https://www.britannica.com/event/First-Barbary-War https://www.battlefields.org/learn/articles/barbary-wars https://www.uswars.net/barbary-war/ https://www.history.navy.mil/browse-by-topic/heritage/banners/battle-streamers/barbary-wars.html https://www.britannica.com/event/Monroe-Doctrine https://www.ourdocuments.gov/doc.php?flash=false&doc=23 https://www.brookings.edu/blog/order-from-chaos/2018/07/02/1958-when-america-first-went-to-war-in-the-middle-east/ https://annualsurveryofamericanlaw.files.wordpress.com/2014/10/69-1_beydoun.pdf https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/161954434/george-s_-shishim/flower https://ojcs.siue.edu/ojs/index.php/ssa/article/view/773/383 http://chnm.gmu.edu/courses/ncc375/rp/index.html https://www.leagle.com/decision/194499554fsupp9411763 https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/2332649217742869 https://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/opinion/2015/07/arabs-white-150716110921150.html https://www.arabamericanhistory.org/archives/dept-of-justice-affirms-arab-race-in-1909/ https://www.census.gov/data-tools/demo/race/MREAD_1790_2010.html https://www.pri.org/stories/2017-03-28/arab-americans-lobbied-their-own-us-census-box-will-it-backfire https://cronkitenews.azpbs.org/2019/12/17/2020-census-mena-category/ https://www.ben.edu/college-of-education-and-health-services/higher-education/upload/Shoman-Dajani-DISSERTATION-FINAL-Sept212016.pdf https://www.latimes.com/projects/la-me-census-middle-east-north-africa-race/ https://www.npr.org/2020/03/10/813922175/census-bureau-no-middle-eastern-or-north-african-check-box

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Last Summer composed by Ikson Last Summer by Ikson: http://www.soundcloud.com/ikson Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/n2oTA5JSk80

Desert Caravan composed by Aaron Kenny

Un Requited Love composed by Sir Cubworth

Celtic Impulse - Celtic composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100297 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Overcome composed by Ugonna Onyekwe

74 - US-Middle East Relations, Part 1 Apr 25, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode includes discussion of war, with references to physical and sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised.

This multi-episode series is about the history of relations between the United States and the Middle East, including both US foreign policy and the Middle Eastern immigrant experience. This episode is a brief history of the Middle East and Mediterranean regions, from the decline of the Roman Empire to the rise of the Ottoman Empire. In the first episode of Potstirrer Podcast not to center on US politics or culture, Jaye discusses the Great Schism, the rise and fall of the Byzantine Empire, the Crusades, and more.

Featured Content: Dearborn Girl Podcast: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/dearborn-girl YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC14-ifYl5e4PDohYUHVAW5Q

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

https://www.vox.com/world/2018/6/19/17469176/roman-empire-maps-history-explained https://www.historyhit.com/divorce-and-decline-the-division-of-east-and-west-roman-empires/ https://istanbulclues.com/byzantine-empire-map-information-facts/ https://www.britannica.com/topic/Christianity/The-Schism-of-1054 https://www.britannica.com/biography/Michael-Cerularius https://www.britannica.com/biography/Saint-Leo-IX https://www.britannica.com/event/Crusades https://www.history.com/topics/middle-ages/crusades https://www.warhistoryonline.com/medieval/9-factors-caused-first-crusade.html https://www.historynet.com/fourth-crusade-the-second-siege-of-constantinople.htm https://newrepublic.com/article/154170/owns-crusades https://www.ancient.eu/article/1249/the-crusades-causes--goals/ http://www.umich.edu/~marcons/Crusades/timeline/summaries/fourth_crusade.htm https://www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/guides/zjbj6sg/revision/1 https://www.history.com/news/why-muslims-see-the-crusades-so-differently-from-christians http://www.allaboutturkey.com/ottoman.htm https://www.britannica.com/place/Ottoman-Empire/Osman-and-Orhan https://www.history.com/topics/middle-east/ottoman-empire http://www.allaboutturkey.com/janissary.htm

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Blue Moon composed by JVNA

Dreaming in 432Hz composed by Unicorn Heads

Destination Unknown composed by Ugonna Onyekwe

Your Suggestions composed by Unicorn Heads

Mist composed by Odonis Odonis

Epic Battle Speech composed by Wayne Jones

Bonus - End Times MacGuffins Apr 07, 2020

In the public release of the September 2019 Patreon Exclusive, Jaye discusses Donald Trump's "disloyalty" comments regarding Jewish Democrats. Why would Trump rely on an anti-Semitic trope while stating he is an ardent supporter of Israel? Jaye also outlines reasons why white evangelicals, who are overwhelmingly loyal to Donald Trump, are also ardent supporters of the state of Israel. How do their politics in regards to Israel mesh with their support of a president who tacitly gives cover to anti-Semitic white supremacists?

Source Material:

https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-49417157 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=28TgSs_IerI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7r3qekmwL3E https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tWAFveGaY_4 https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jewish-voting-record-in-u-s-presidential-elections https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/trump-questions-sincerity-of-tlaibs-tears-as-she-talked-about-her-grandmother/2019/08/20/03d7b532-c339-11e9-b72f-b31dfaa77212_story.html https://www.jstor.org/stable/1454402 Morris, Benny. 2001. Righteous Victims: A History of the Zionist–Arab Conflict, 1881–2001. New York: Vintage Books. T https://www.tabletmag.com/jewish-arts-and-culture/books/248615/jews-who-stabbed-germany-in-the-back https://www.adl.org/blog/straight-talk-on-the-charge-of-jewish-disloyalty https://jewishcurrents.org/dual-disloyalty/ https://www.newsobserver.com/news/local/education/article130428894.html https://www.dukechronicle.com/article/2017/01/very-young-person-in-the-white-house-on-a-power-trip https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2013/10/03/more-white-evangelicals-than-american-jews-say-god-gave-israel-to-the-jewish-people/ http://www.bible.ca/rapture-origin-john-nelson-darby-1830ad.htm Elwell, Walter A. (1984). Evangelical Dictionary of Theology. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Book House. https://thegroundtruthproject.org/the-faces-of-the-end-of-days/ https://www.tms.edu/m/tmsj20b.pdf https://carm.org/dispensationalism

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Dreaming Of a New Day composed by White Hex

Old Vienna composed by Endless Love

The Void composed by White Hex

73 - The Equalizer Mar 26, 2020

CONTENT WARNING: The following episode includes discussion of terrorism, hate crimes, disasters, & public health crises that have involved illness, injury & death. Listener discretion is advised. None of the content of this episode is a substitute for professional medical advice. Always seek the advice of a physician or other qualified healthcare provider with any questions regarding a medical condition.

Several regions around the globe have been battling the scourge of a novel coronavirus, a highly contagious virus that leads to an illness the World Health Organization has named COVID-19. The virus leads to mild symptoms, or even no symptoms, in most people, but can lead to serious complications in a small but significant percentage of people, in some cases leading to death. COVID-19 has arrived in an real way in the United States, with tens of thousands officially confirmed positive for coronavirus, and hundreds of deaths.

Jaye reviews a brief timeline of the pandemic and the response of Donald Trump to the coronavirus threat in the US. Also, Jaye argues that the COVID-19 pandemic will significantly change America, and discusses a few possible futures, including reason for hope among the current wave of fear, uncertainty, darkness and despair.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/to-your-health/wp/2018/05/10/top-white-house-official-in-charge-of-pandemic-response-exits-abruptly/ https://www.nytimes.com/article/coronavirus-timeline.html?auth=login-facebook https://www.nytimes.com/2020/01/08/health/china-pneumonia-outbreak-virus.html https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/06/world/asia/chinese-doctor-Li-Wenliang-coronavirus.html https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/01/timeline-china-coronavirus-spread-200126061554884.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2020/03/16/cdc-who-coronavirus-tests/ https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2020/03/11/814474930/coronavirus-covid-19-is-now-officially-a-pandemic-who-says https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/white-house/surgeon-general-has-coronavirus-warning-week-it-s-going-get-n1166421 https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/live-blog/coronavirus-updates-over-80-million-americans-under-virtual-lockdown-china-n1165876 https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2020/03/19/coronavirus-effect-economy-life-society-analysis-covid-135579 https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2020/03/coronavirus-tsa-liquid-purell-paid-leave-rules.html https://www.inquirer.com/health/coronavirus/coronavirus-crisis-evictions-utility-shutoffs-cash-bail-america-sham-20200317.html https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2020/03/iran-reports-113-virus-deaths-containment-concerns-mount-200315180552632.html https://www.thedailybeast.com/texas-lt-gov-dan-patrick-says-senior-citizens-willing-to-die-to-save-economy-for-grandkids https://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2020/02/18/how-covid-19-coronavirus-is-uncovering-anti-asian-racism/#494629ef29a6 https://www.nbcbayarea.com/news/coronavirus/website-launches-to-document-anti-asian-hate-crimes-in-wake-of-covid-19/2258297/ https://time.com/5806312/coronavirus-treatment-cost/ https://www.healthsystemtracker.org/brief/potential-costs-of-coronavirus-treatment-for-people-with-employer-coverage/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yCSDEilLllM https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G0sbYp-J84g https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NbwCjL7HC1c

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Black Moons composed by The 126ers

At the Foot of the Sphinx composed by Twin Musicom Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

Psychic Magic composed by Unicorn Heads

Future Gladiator composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200051 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Echoes composed by Yung Logos

Cake [NCS Release] composed by RetroVision Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/n3VO9FnueHI Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/CakeYO

72 - Return to Normalcy? Mar 12, 2020

After a strong showing by US Senator Bernie Sanders of Vermont in the early contests of the Democratic nomination season, former Vice-President Joe Biden has gained a great deal of momentum, starting in South Carolina and thru Super Tuesday. Is this a positive turn of events for the Democrats in terms of moving away from a democratic socialist as their standard-bearer, or is having a centrist candidate as the frontrunner a bad sign for the party's chances of beating Donald Trump in the general election? Jaye discusses the 2020 model of election forecaster Rachel Bitecofer, reasons behind Joe Biden's support among African-Americans, and why it is imperative that - regardless of ideology - the Democratic nominee must give voters, including those ideologically predisposed to vote for Democrats, a reason to vote *for* them, not simply that they are a superior alternative to Trump.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2020/02/06/rachel-bitecofer-profile-election-forecasting-new-theory-108944?fbclid=IwAR3XnN_cmwNAWrRLY-X0jjXVtD2QBBDzL9h5-BWZoUkHIyaMULCgyonwvSs https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2017/09/05/negative-partisanship-explains-everything-215534 http://cnu.edu/wasoncenter/2019/07/01-2020-election-forecast/ https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/01/other-swing-voter/604474/ https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/28/us/politics/elizabeth-warren-black-vote.html https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/mar/05/super-tuesday-black-voters-analysis-recap https://www.usnews.com/news/politics/articles/2020-03-08/biden-in-mississippi-sanders-in-michigan-before-primaries https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4DiZpmEAfVg http://www.stevenwwebster.com/negative-partisanship.pdf http://stevenwwebster.com/research/all_politics_is_national.pdf https://www.newsweek.com/black-lives-matter-co-founder-endorses-sanders-warren-1488912 https://www.cnn.com/videos/politics/2019/06/06/joe-biden-defends-1994-crime-bill-zeleny-pkg-lead-vpx.cnn https://newrepublic.com/article/156402/hate-ballot https://www.thirdway.org/memo/a-nuanced-picture-of-what-black-americans-want-in-2020 http://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,151404,00.html https://twitter.com/VanJones68/status/1237535950298910720?s=20 https://twitter.com/lloki08/status/1236493650189680641?s=20

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Back and Forth composed by Silent Partner

Cold Funk - Funkorama composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100499 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Minor Blues for Booker composed by E's Jimmy Jams

That Night in Your Car composed by Spazz Cardigan

Bonus - Editorial by Jaye: The Case for Socialism Mar 03, 2020

In the public release of the October 2018 Patreon exclusive, Jaye discusses socialism - what is socialism, why is it so misunderstood, and why would it - in some form - benefit American society? The Cold War, entitlements and more are on the menu, so check it out!

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://PotstirrerPodcast.com

Source Material:

Bump, Phillip. 2015. "Do You Know the Difference Between a Communist and a Socialist?" Independent. October 25. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/do-you-know-the-difference-between-a-communist-and-a-socialist-a6708086.html

"Capitalism" Merriam-Webster Dictionary. https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/capitalism

de Sousa, Ana Naomi. 2016. "Between East and West: The Cold War's Legacy in Africa." Al Jazeera. https://www.aljazeera.com/indepth/features/2016/02/east-west-cold-war-legacy-africa-160214113015863.html

Gregory, Paul R., and Robert C. Stuart. 2003. Comparing Economic Systems in the Twenty-First Century (7th ed.)

"Socialism." Encyclopaedia Brittannica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/socialism

Dagger, Richard, and Terrence Ball. "Communism: Ideology." Encyclopaedia Brittanica. https://www.britannica.com/topic/communism Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Beautiful World composed by Drew Banga

Dragon War composed by Makai Symphony Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 https://creativecommons.org/licenses/...

In the Past composed by Twin Musicom Licensed under Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://www.twinmusicom.org/song/304/in-the-past Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org

71 - Do the Work Feb 28, 2020

The 2020 presidential nomination season is underway, and the Democratic race is heating up. As US Senator Bernie Sanders has received some early momentum, many Democrats, especially moderates, are concerned about Sanders, who is not a Democrat, and his democratic socialist ideology. Should Democrats be worried about the "socialist" label? Also, do Democrats have the right to feel entitled to votes from groups within their base, such as progressives and black Americans?

This is the last podcast episode under the Flying Machine banner, as Flying Machine is shutting down. The experience has been wonderful, and it was an honor to be in community with other amazing content creators. Over time, we became not only fellow creatives, but also friends.

Special thank you to our dear leaders, Malcolm & Justin, for the amazing network and community they built and cultivated, and allowing me to be a part of it. Here's to new beginnings for all of us who have been part of this adventure. Cheers!

Featured Podcast: Falling in Love Montage http://fallinginlovemontage.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Material:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/2003/11/02/dean-is-criticized-over-remark-on-confederate-flag/0678aaa0-a5e7-4648-add9-358bf3e9e577/ https://www.sfgate.com/politics/article/Bush-claims-mandate-sets-2nd-term-goals-I-2637116.php https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2020/02/our-founders-didnt-intend-pardons-work-like/606838/ https://boe.cuyahogacounty.us/en-US/declareorchangeparty.aspx https://avalon.law.yale.edu/18th_century/fed09.asp https://avalon.law.yale.edu/18th_century/fed10.asp https://www.uspresidentialelectionnews.com/2020-presidential-primary-schedule-calendar/ https://ballotpedia.org/Presidential_election_in_North_Dakota,_2020 https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/04/us/politics/what-states-caucus.html?auth=login-facebook https://www.uspresidentialelectionnews.com/2020-presidential-primary-schedule-calendar/canceled-2020-primaries/ https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/trump-gop-canceling-gop-primaries-caucuses/story?id=65436462 https://www.uspresidentialelectionnews.com/2020-presidential-primary-schedule-calendar/ https://www.cnn.com/election/2016/results/exit-polls https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2017/08/24/did-enough-bernie-sanders-supporters-vote-for-trump-to-cost-clinton-the-election/ https://www.vox.com/policy-and-politics/2017/8/24/16194086/bernie-trump-voters-study

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Unusual Habitat composed by Silent Partner

My Train's A Comin' composed by Unicorn Heads

Dreams composed by Firefl!es https://soundcloud.com/mangesh-dongare-427116573 Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported — CC BY 3.0 Free Download / Stream: http://bit.ly/dreams-fireflies Music promoted by Audio Library https: https://youtu.be/UD0-KV3SoGI

70 - Resist Feb 12, 2020

Potstirrer Podcast is back! In the first regular episode of 2020, Jaye discusses the acquittal of Donald Trump in the US Senate removal trial, after being impeached by the House of Representatives. What does Trump's acquittal mean for democracy, the rule of law, and America's future?

Featured Podcast: Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Material:

https://www.ancient.eu/Roman_Empire/ http://www.softschools.com/timelines/roman_empire/timeline_9/ https://www.nytimes.com/2020/02/05/opinion/trump-senate-acquittal-impeachment.html https://www.ssa.gov/policy/docs/statcomps/di_asr/2011/sect04.html https://www.newsweek.com/trump-admin-disability-benefit-changes-harmful-letter-signed-more-100-lawmakers-1484427 https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2016/10/trump-holdings-conflict-of-interest/503333/ https://www.npr.org/2019/08/05/747013608/trumps-impact-on-federal-courts-judicial-nominees-by-the-numbers https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/night-of-the-long-knives https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/background-and-overview-of-the-nazi-party-nsdap https://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/the-night-of-the-long-knives https://wqad.com/2020/02/08/firing-of-house-impeachment-witnesses-raises-questions-over-us-ukraine-policy/ https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/feb/07/alexander-vindman-fired-trump-impeachment-white-house https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-51408704 https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/feb/05/mitt-romney-trump-impeachment-vote-republicans-reaction https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2020/feb/10/mitt-romney-matt-schlapp-cpac-physical-safety https://www.foxnews.com/media/kellyanne-conway-vindman-sondland-trump-ousters https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2020/02/06/gop-claimed-it-was-incensed-schiffs-head-pike-comment-now-trump-is-out-revenge/ https://www.businessinsider.com/the-lone-german-man-who-refused-to-give-hitler-the-nazi-salute-2015-6 http://www.fasena.de/courage/english/index.htm

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/ http://jonathanbiegen.com

Eyes of Glory composed by Aakash Gandhi

End of the Era composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100452 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Unknown Longing composed by Asher Fulero

69 - Best of 2019 Dec 31, 2019

In the final episode of 2019, Chuckles joins Jaye for a countdown and discussion of the most downloaded episodes of 2019. They also talk about the 2020 presidential election, including the Trump impeachment, predictions for the Democratic nomination, and if Trump will be re-elected.

NOTE: Potstirrer Podcast will be on break in the month of January, to prepare for the 2020 election cycle, but will be back in early February!

Featured Podcast: Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

68 - War on Christmas 2019 Dec 20, 2019

In the third annual Potstirrer Podcast War on Christmas Special, Jaye discusses the pre-Christian origins of several Christmas traditions, including the twelve days of Christmas, Yule logs, Santa Claus and more. How did the Christmas holiday develop over time? And, if Christmas isn't purely "Christian," what are evangelicals waging the "War on Christmas" truly fighting for?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Texts and Links:

Jackson, Sophie. 2013. The Medieval Christmas. Cheltenham, UK: The History Press. https://www.ucg.org/the-good-news/biblical-evidence-shows-jesus-christ-wasnt-born-on-dec-25 https://www.history.com/topics/christmas/history-of-christmas https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/89707/origins-12-christmas-traditions https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/whenchristmasiscelebrated.shtml https://www.timeanddate.com/holidays/common/orthodox-christmas-day https://www.professorshouse.com/yule/ https://www.history.com/topics/ancient-rome/saturnalia https://www.whychristmas.com/customs/25th.shtml https://www.biblicalarchaeology.org/daily/people-cultures-in-the-bible/jesus-historical-jesus/how-december-25-became-christmas/ https://www.infoplease.com/calendar-holidays/major-holidays/origins-christmas-holiday https://www.historyhit.com/the-growth-of-christianity-in-the-roman-empire/ https://www.newworldencyclopedia.org/entry/Holy_Roman_Empire https://www.britannica.com/topic/Christmas https://www.livius.org/articles/place/myra-demre/myra-church-of-the-tomb-of-st-nicholas/ https://www.stnicholascenter.org/who-is-st-nicholas/patron-saint https://www.history.com/news/dont-forget-santas-cookies-and-milk-the-history-of-a-popular-christmas-tradition https://www.nationalgeographic.com/news/2018/12/131219-santa-claus-origin-history-christmas-facts-st-nicholas/ https://newengland.com/today/living/new-england-history/how-the-puritans-banned-christmas/ https://www.politicalresearch.org/2016/08/18/dominionism-rising-a-theocratic-movement-hiding-in-plain-sight https://www.politicalresearch.org/1992/12/01/theocracy-and-white-supremacy-behind-the-culture-war-to-restore-traditional-values https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2018/03/14/the-us-will-become-minority-white-in-2045-census-projects/

Music:

Christmas Homecoming composed by Aaron Kenny

Carol Of the Bells composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Deck the Halls B composed Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100368 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Viking composed by Aakash Gandhi

Yonder Hill and Dale composed by Aaron Kenny

Parzival composed by William Rosati

Shesh Pesh composed by JR Tundra

Achaidh Cheide composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100340 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

At the Foot of the Sphinx composed by Twin Musicom Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

67 - America's Drug War, Part 5: Legalize It Dec 05, 2019

CONTENT WARNING - This episode includes discussion of mature themes, including illicit drug use, prescription drug abuse, and both legal and illicit drug addiction. Listener discretion is advised.

In the final installment of America's Drug War, Jaye discusses recent trends in the American drug landscape, including cannabis decriminalization and legalization in several US states, and the opioid epidemic sweeping suburbs and rural areas. How did the War on Drugs, particularly its focus on the "usual suspects," lead to the opioid crisis? Will cannabis be legalized on a federal level, and should harder drugs also be legalized?

Featured Podcast: 33 & 1/3 Under 45 http://frondsradio.com/33andathirdunder45/

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Texts and Links:

Hari, Johann. 2016. Chasing the Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs. New York: Bloomsbury. Temple, John. 2015. American Pain: How a Young Felon and His Ring of Doctors Unleashed America’s Deadliest Drug Epidemic. Guilford, CT: Rowman & Littlefield. https://www.cato.org/publications/policy-analysis/four-decades-counting-continued-failure-war-drugs https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/morning-mix/wp/2016/08/29/this-is-unprecedented-174-heroin-overdoses-in-6-days-in-cincinnati/ https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2019/07/27/cincinnati-area-had-24-overdoses-24-hours/1846992001/ https://medicalmarijuana.procon.org/historical-timeline/#2016-present https://www.newsweek.com/state-local-governments-trying-make-cannabis-industry-less-racist-1466077 https://www.americanbar.org/news/abanews/aba-news-archives/2014/03/conflicting_statean/ https://www.dualdiagnosis.org/infographics/history-of-the-opioid-epidemic/ https://avalere.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Avalere-20181030-Opioid-Trends-Brief-FINAL.pdf https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5993682/ https://www.medpagetoday.com/painmanagement/painmanagement/80054 https://www.documentcloud.org/documents/6025116-Opioidsuit.html#document/p2/a502790 https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-019-02686-2 https://www.poison.org/articles/opioid-epidemic-history-and-prescribing-patterns-182 https://www.nytimes.com/2019/11/27/nyregion/brooklyn-opioid-investigation.html https://www.nprillinois.org/post/why-opioid-epidemic-hitting-rural-america-especially-hard#stream/0 https://www.cnbc.com/id/18591525 https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/ending-addiction-good/201408/marijuana-the-gateway-drug-myth https://today.law.harvard.edu/feature/war-drugs-succeeding/ https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/publications/brochures-and-fact-sheets/alcohol-facts-and-statistics

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Brigade composed by TrackTribe

Spark composed by ALBIS

Destination Unknown composed by Ugonna Onyekwe

Sunny Over the Horizon composed by RAGE

66 - America's Drug War, Part 4: DARE to Just Say No Nov 20, 2019

CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses mature themes, including detailed discussion of illicit drug use. Listener discretion is advised.

In the penultimate installment of America's Drug War, President Ronald Reagan and his successors take the mantle of drug warrior in the 1980s and 1990s. Jaye discusses campaigns and programs designed to reduce drug use in children, such as Just Say No and DARE, as well as the crack epidemic of the 80s, and the shift to punitive measures that the federal government took to win the War on Drugs. Were these efforts successful - and what did "success" truly mean?

Featured Podcast: Stranger Still Website: http://strangerstillshow.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Links:

Detroit Blue Pigs - Fight The Crime (1986): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nkAy_hvhLCY http://www.deadlinedetroit.com/articles/23337/dpd_officer_blue_pigs_co-founder_retires https://www.adweek.com/creativity/these-shameless-cocaine-ads-prove-70s-were-hell-time-be-alive-166927/ https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2007/11/reagans-race-record/46875/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2672328/ https://www.history.com/topics/1980s/just-say-no http://www.drugpolicy.org/issues/brief-history-drug-war CNN: 1986: Nancy Reagan's 'Just say no' campaign: https://youtu.be/lQXgVM30mIY https://timeline.com/ronald-nancy-reagan-war-on-drugs-crack-baby-just-say-no-cia-communism-racial-injustice-fcfeadb3548d https://theweek.com/articles/495031/daryl-gates-19262010 https://dare.org/about/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1448384/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC2672328/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/local/2000/01/20/the-dare-program-and-a-parents-concerns/f7aceab4-7596-4cfe-8e00-5d736676204d/ http://www.druglibrary.org/schaffer/library/dare4.htm https://www.hrw.org/legacy/reports/1996/killer2.htm https://www.chicagotribune.com/columns/dahleen-glanton/ct-opioid-epidemic-dahleen-glanton-met-20170815-column.html https://www.britannica.com/topic/crack-epidemic https://pubs.aeaweb.org/doi/pdfplus/10.1257/089533004773563485 https://www.washingtonpost.com/archive/politics/1996/10/04/conspiracy-theories-can-often-ring-true/3960d4c5-593e-4b4d-b3c9-a2f9f4148c9d/ https://uproxx.com/hiphop/snowfall-1980s-crack-epidemic/ https://www.bjs.gov/content/pub/pdf/p16_sum.pdf https://www.aclu.org/other/cracks-system-20-years-unjust-federal-crack-cocaine-law https://www.justice.gov/archive/ndic/pubs6/6445/6445p.pdf https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/21/863 https://thecannabisindustry.org/member-blog-little-known-critical-exception-federal-paraphernalia-laws/ https://link.springer.com/epdf/10.1007/s13524-017-0611-1?author_access_token=jXD6ohexE1c1ur2WRWhpkfe4RwlQNchNByi7wbcMAY4uMYrYNkMZx9I1WjnbPAWM-g13AQlmw4x8-VaL1oT3wS1z7bR6McpJuw6uJspKuwHQtTd1alIFBkHajdo4QVT1CPUCL7C_5xQhC8-ZXzjA6g%3D%3D

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Miami composed by Dan Mason https://danmason.bandcamp.com/album/miami-virtual-20

Lagos composed by Quincas Moriera

Pop Killer composed by The Mini Vandals

It Was a Fine Day composed by South London HiFi

Aurora Currents composed by Ashley Fulero

Sweet Tides composed by LATASHA

65 - America's Drug War, Part 3: Laws Made for Breaking Nov 07, 2019

CONTENT WARNING - The following episode discusses mature themes, including illicit drug use and political assassinations. Listener discretion is advised.

In the third installment of America's War on Drugs, Richard Nixon makes good on his second chance at becoming president of the United States in 1968, instituting his "law and order" policies during his president, chief among them sweeping anti-drug policy. These policies concentrated mostly on cannabis and opiates such as heroin, but also overhauled the way the federal government addressed drugs. Jaye provides context to the America of the 1960s, and discusses Nixon's War on Drugs as key to his crusade to end the social and political change the 1960s represented.

Featured Podcast: The Losers Website: http://theloserspod.podbean.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Links:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7_9OJnRnZjU&t=55s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cEdtwQ8OguY https://www.washingtonpost.com/history/2018/11/05/law-order-campaign-that-won-richard-nixon-white-house-years-ago/ https://www.history.com/topics/us-presidents/kennedy-nixon-debates https://prologue.blogs.archives.gov/2010/11/15/does-television-affect-how-we-elect-presidents/ https://www.hrc.org/blog/flashbackfriday-today-in-1973-the-apa-removed-homosexuality-from-list-of-me https://www.history.com/topics/cold-war/cuban-missile-crisis https://www.nixonfoundation.org/2018/05/no-final-victories-lessons-president-nixons-drug-abuse-initiatives/ https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2012/03/the-war-on-drugs-how-president-nixon-tied-addiction-to-crime/254319/ https://files.eric.ed.gov/fulltext/ED052395.pdf https://www.dea.gov/drug-scheduling https://www.dea.gov/sites/default/files/2018-07/1970-1975%20p%2030-39.pdf https://cdn.nixonlibrary.org/01/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/16155628/TV-Address-on-the-War-Against-Drugs-1.pdf https://harpers.org/archive/2016/04/legalize-it-all/ https://www.vox.com/2016/3/22/11278760/war-on-drugs-racism-nixon https://www.forbes.com/sites/eriksherman/2016/03/23/nixons-drug-war-an-excuse-to-lock-up-blacks-and-protesters-continues/#131783fc42c8

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Bad F'n Goblins composed by Incarta '95 https://incarta95.bandcamp.com/album/into-the-goblin-forest

Down the Street Blues composed by Unicorn Heads

Grant & Green composed by Josh Lippi & The Overtimers

Spying in the 60's composed by Sir Cubworth

64 - Urban Legends Oct 22, 2019

In the spirit of the Octobermonth season, Jaye discusses urban legends, particularly three stories voted on by listeners, and provides historical and social context for their spread. What are some common themes in these urban myths? Why do these stories persist, even in the information age? And - are these often frightful tales real?

Featured Podcast: Divisive Issues Website: http://frondsradio.com/divisiveissues

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Texts and Links:

Best, Joel, and Gerald T. Horiuchi. 1985. “The Razor Blade in the Apple: The Social Construction of Urban Legends.” Social Problems. 32:5, pp. 488-499. https://www.jstor.org/stable/800777

Brunvand, Jan Harold. 1999. Too Good to Be True: The Colossal Book of Urban Legends. New York: W. W. Norton & Company.

Brunvand, Jan Harold. 2001. The Truth Never Stands in Way of a Good Story. University of Illinois Press.

Putnam, Robert. 2000. Bowling Alone: The Collapse and Revival of American Community. New York: Simon & Schuster.

Soltero, Gonzalo. 2016. “The Mexican Transmission of ‘Lights Out!’” Journal of Folklore Research. 53:3, pp. 115-135.

https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/pins-and-needles/ https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/halloween-non-poisonings/ https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/lights-out/ https://www.snopes.com/fact-check/the-killer-in-the-backseat/ https://www.snopes.com/what-are-urban-legends/ https://www.wusa9.com/article/news/verify/verify-no-the-flashing-headlights-gang-initiation-warning-is-not-legit/65-622982337 https://www.freep.com/story/news/local/michigan/detroit/2014/11/30/detroit-police-fight-carjacking-crime/19671313/ https://www.thoughtco.com/flash-your-headlights-and-die-3299113 https://www.nbcchicago.com/entertainment/celebrity/Do_Strangers_Really_Tamper_with_Halloween_Candy.html

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Rescuer composed by Dan Mason https://danmason.bandcamp.com/album/infinite-failure

Something's Here composed by The Whole Other

Heaven and Hell composed by Jeremy Blake

Tragic Story composed by Myuu

Schizo composed by Anno Domini Beats

63 - America's Drug War, Part 2: Killing Billie Holiday Oct 10, 2019

CONTENT WARNING - The following episode discusses mature themes, including murder, suicide, illicit drug use, child sex abuse and domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.

In the second installment of America's War on Drugs, drug czar Harry Anslinger continues his reign from the 1930s through the early 1960s. During his 32 years as commissioner of the Federal Bureau of Narcotics, he campaigned against not only about cannabis, but also against narcotics and opiates. Jaye discusses Anslinger's reach and impact - including on the medical profession and global drug policies, and how he used mainstream society's fears of racial equality and communism to advance his vision of an anti-drug world.

Featured Podcast: Stranger Still Website: http://strangerstillshow.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Texts and Links:

Hari, Johann. 2016. Chasing the Scream: The First and Last Days of the War on Drugs. New York: Bloomsbury.

Williams, Henry Smith. 1938. Drug Addicts are Human Beings: The Story of Our Billion-Dollar Drug Racket. Washington, DC: Shaw Publishing Co.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s5l1S94tO1M https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2015/01/drug-war-the-hunting-of-billie-holiday-114298 https://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/4723844/I-couldnt-stop-Judy-falling-apart.html https://time.com/5638316/war-on-drugs-opium-history/ https://deserthopetreatment.com/addiction-guide/substance-abuse/treatment-history/ https://progressive.org/dispatches/strange-fruit-caused-the-murder-of-billie-holiday-180220/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Spine Chilling Cardiac Tension composed by Biz Baz Studio

St. Francis composed by Josh Lippi & The Overtimers

Chromatic2Fuge - Classical Rousing composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Final Reckoning composed by Asher Fulero

Nail Biter composed by Riot

62 - America's Drug War, Part 1: Assassin of Youth Sep 25, 2019

CONTENT WARNING - This episode discusses mature themes, including illicit drug use and graphic details of murder. Listener discretion is advised.

The War on Drugs in the United States has cost $1 trillion since 1971, and 20 percent of the prison population is incarcerated for drug offenses. Yet there is little evidence it is responsible for declining drug use. How did the War on Drugs truly begin? Jaye explores US history and explains how Prohibition led to our nation's drug war.

Featured Podcast: Divisive Issues Website: http://frondsradio.com/divisiveissues

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Links:

https://www.kqed.org/lowdown/24153/reefer-madness-the-twisted-history-of-americas-weed-laws https://www.history.com/news/marijuana-criminalization-reefer-madness-history-flashback https://www.pbs.org/wgbh/pages/frontline/shows/dope/etc/cron.html https://www.theatlantic.com/membership/archive/2019/01/25-years-reefer-madness/580351/ https://www.history.com/topics/roaring-twenties/prohibition https://www.fda.gov/about-fda/fdas-evolving-regulatory-powers/milestones-us-food-and-drug-law-history https://scholarship.law.wm.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?referer=https://www.google.com/&httpsredir=1&article=1273&context=wmjowl http://smtp.williamwhitepapers.com/pr/2002AlcoholProblemsinNativeAmerica.pdf https://www.smithsonianmag.com/smithsonian-institution/bitter-aftertaste-prohibition-american-history-180969266/ Okrent, Daniel. 2010. Last Call: The Rise and Fall of Prohibition. New York: Scribner. https://www.npr.org/2011/06/10/137077599/prohibition-speakeasies-loopholes-and-politics https://www.infoplease.com/encyclopedia/history/north-america/us/ku-klux-klan/the-second-ku-klux-klan https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-fix/wp/2016/02/28/in-1927-donald-trumps-father-was-arrested-after-a-klan-riot-in-queens/ https://www.history.com/news/kkk-terror-during-prohibition https://slate.com/news-and-politics/2015/12/prohibition-history-how-the-ban-on-booze-produced-the-modern-american-right.html http://prohibition.themobmuseum.org/the-history/enforcing-the-prohibition-laws/the-supreme-court-and-prohibition/ https://timeline.com/harry-anslinger-racist-war-on-drugs-prison-industrial-complex-fb5cbc281189 https://www.cbsnews.com/news/column-war-on-drugs-merely-fights-the-symptoms-of-a-faulty-system/ https://www.vice.com/en_us/article/xd7d8d/how-marijuana-came-the-united-states-456 https://history.sfsu.edu/sites/default/files/2006_Ari%20Cushner.pdf https://www.cbsnews.com/news/harry-anslinger-the-man-behind-the-marijuana-ban/ https://www.cbp.gov/about/history/did-you-know/marijuana https://www.cannabis-marijuana.com/assassin-of-youth.html https://www.americanprogress.org/issues/criminal-justice/reports/2018/06/27/452819/ending-war-drugs-numbers/ Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Dana composed by Vibe Tracks

Bayou State of Mind composed by Jingle Punks

Temptation composed by Chris Haugen

Almost a Year Ago composed by John Deley and the 41 Players

Mist composed by Odonis Odonis

White Hats composed by Wayne Jones

61 - Plausible Deniability Sep 13, 2019

CONTENT WARNING - This episode includes discussion of gun violence. Listener discretion is advised.

With the rash of mass shootings in the United States, including ones such as the El Paso, TX shooting linked to domestic terror, what is leading to these mass shooting incidents, and domestic terrorism generally? Jaye discusses a possible culprit, stochastic terrorism. What is stochastic terrorism, and can the violent rhetoric of politicians lead to radicalization and extremist violence? Jaye also examines the demagoguery of Donald Trump, and the appeal of Trump and gun culture to white evangelicals, and how evangelical support for both are connected.

Featured Podcast: The Losers Website: http://theloserspod.podbean.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Links:

https://cindywangbrandt.com/why-im-not-a-bridge-builder-within-evangelicalism/ https://www.thedailybeast.com/meghan-mccain-clashes-with-view-co-hosts-im-not-living-without-guns?ref=scroll https://www.dictionary.com/e/what-is-stochastic-terrorism/ https://theintercept.com/2019/08/04/el-paso-dayton-mass-shootings-donald-trump/ https://www.minnpost.com/eric-black-ink/2019/08/weekends-killings-bring-out-the-term-stochastic-terrorism/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2019/08/04/there-are-no-lone-wolves/ https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/our-emotional-footprint/201609/who-is-demagogue Roberts-Miller, Patricia. 2017. Demagoguery and Democracy. New York: The Experiment. https://www.prri.org/spotlight/religion-vote-presidential-election-2004-2016/ https://www.adl.org/news/press-releases/right-wing-extremism-linked-to-every-2018-extremist-murder-in-the-us-adl-finds https://www.theatlas.com/charts/rkN8tZz8m https://www.splcenter.org/hatewatch/2018/09/12/study-shows-two-thirds-us-terrorism-tied-right-wing-extremists https://www.businessinsider.com/report-under-trump-far-right-violence-on-the-rise-in-the-us-2018-11 https://www.adl.org/murder-and-extremism-2018#the-incidents https://deadline.com/2019/08/mail-bomber-who-targeted-donald-trump-critics-sentenced-to-prison-1202661835/ https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/2378023118790189 https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/fact-checker/wp/2017/06/15/the-bogus-claim-that-a-map-of-crosshairs-by-sarah-palins-pac-incited-rep-gabby-giffordss-shooting/ https://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/418180-franklin-graham-on-supporting-trump-he-defends-the-christian https://www.timesofisrael.com/who-is-king-cyrus-and-why-is-netanyahu-comparing-him-to-trump/ https://www.christianpost.com/news/christian-leaders-mark-start-of-trump-term-god-is-going-to-sweep-the-nation-173238/ https://beta.washingtonpost.com/news/acts-of-faith/wp/2018/08/02/how-conservatives-have-changed-the-meaning-of-religious-liberty/ https://www.dailykos.com/stories/2011/1/10/934890/- https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-features/bill-oreillys-dangerous-war-against-dr-tiller-107722/ https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/565f/9d4dcdd3a8520f41da3359f403f5b38372fb.pdf https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/joshuamanson/gun-control-history-race-black-panther-party-conservatives https://www.foxnews.com/media/third-term-trump-touts-new-2024-campaign-sign-on-twitter https://www.politifact.com/wisconsin/statements/2018/feb/20/kevin-nicholson/which-higher-number-people-or-number-guns-america/ https://www.newyorker.com/news/on-religion/god-guns-and-country-the-evangelical-fight-over-firearms https://www.salon.com/2016/06/14/authoritarian_gun_lovers_the_gun_lobby_was_never_about_freedom_and_the_orlando_massacre_fallout_proves_it/ https://www.mdpi.com/2077-1444/9/6/189/htm https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2018/10/trump-shut-countering-violent-extremism-program/574237/ https://www.prri.org/research/partisan-polarization-dominates-trump-era-findings-from-the-2018-american-values-survey/ Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Happy Sixth composed by Freedom Trail Studio

Doom is Mood Backwards composed by The Whole Other

Spookster composed by Wayne Jones

60 - Urban Renewal - Part 2: Revitalization or Gentrification? Aug 29, 2019

In the final installment of a two-part series about urban renewal, Jaye discusses contemporary urban renewal, particularly the impact of privatization on urban renewal efforts in America's impoverished inner city neighborhoods. Why have these neighborhoods persisted? Also, what efforts have federal, state and local governments, as well as corporations, made in revitalizing - or gentrifying - these neighborhoods, and have these efforts succeeded? Jaye discusses these approaches, and both the benefits and drawbacks of urban renewal efforts.

Featured Podcast: Stranger Still Website: http://strangerstillshow.com

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Links:

https://scholarlycommons.law.northwestern.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=7586&context=jclc http://nymag.com/intelligencer/2014/11/white-people-rioting-for-no-reason.html https://www.encyclopedia.com/history/encyclopedias-almanacs-transcripts-and-maps/race-riots-1960s https://www.brookings.edu/opinions/the-war-on-poverty-what-went-wrong/ https://www.wsj.com/articles/robert-rector-how-the-war-on-poverty-was-lost-1389137703?tesla=y https://www.urban.org/urban-wire/have-we-won-war-poverty-not-yet https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2013/12/10/heres-how-the-safety-net-has-and-hasnt-reduced-poverty-in-the-u-s/ https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2014/01/08/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-war-on-poverty/ https://courseworks.columbia.edu/access/content/group/c5a1ef92-c03c-4d88-0018-ea43dd3cc5db/Working%20Papers%20for%20website/Anchored%20SPM.December7.pdf https://www.inc.com/encyclopedia/empowerment-zones.html https://www.urban.org/research/publication/did-states-maximize-their-opportunity-zone-selections https://www.citylab.com/equity/2018/04/can-opportunity-zones-save-the-country/558266/ https://www.citybeat.com/news/blog/20999328/ohio-names-opportunity-zones https://www.citybeat.com/news/article/13026910/news-remembering-buddy-gray https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/citywiseblog/the-ghost-of-buddy-gray3/ http://www.otrfoundation.org/OTR_Architecture.htm http://www.otrfoundation.org/OTR_History.htm https://inside.6q.io/benefits-of-cultural-diversity-in-the-workplace/ https://www.3cdc.org https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/citywiseblog/3cdc-in-over-the-rhine-between-two-worlds/ https://www.citybeat.com/news/article/13013941/renovation-or-gentrification

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Grant & Green composed by Josh Lippi & the Overtimers

Late composed by Topher Mohr and Alex Elena

Pilots of Stone composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

59 - Gun Violence: America's Epidemic Aug 13, 2019

In the wake of the recent mass shootings in El Paso, TX, Dayton, OH, and Gilroy, CA, Jaye discusses gun violence, including many of the root issues that contribute to the gun violence epidemic in the United States, and the importance of properly addressing these issues. She takes on white supremacy, misogyny, other right-wing extremist ideologies, and Donald Trump's failure to unqualifiably condemn white supremacy. Is gun control the answer to the scourge of mass shootings?

Content Warning: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence, gun violence, suicide, and murder, including mass murder. Listener discretion is advised.

Featured Podcast: Divisive Issues Website: http://frondsradio.com/divisiveissues

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Links:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/as-his-environment-changed-suspect-in-el-paso-shooting-learned-to-hate/2019/08/09/8ebabf2c-817b-40a3-a79e-e56fbac94cd5_story.html

https://www.washingtonpost.com/national/el-paso-suspect-said-he-was-targeting-mexicans-told-officers-he-was-the-shooter-police-say/2019/08/09/ab235e18-bac9-11e9-b3b4-2bb69e8c4e39_story.html

https://www.washingtonpost.com/context/el-paso-mass-shooting-arrest-warrant/1ffd2f8f-a950-402e-93b3-5c2dd922b514/

https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2019/08/10/el-paso-shooting-227612

https://www.prri.org/research/partisan-polarization-dominates-trump-era-findings-from-the-2018-american-values-survey/

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-antifa-teror-group-white-supremacy-violent-white-supremacists-a9035106.html

https://time.com/5643405/what-to-know-shooting-dayton-ohio/

https://heavy.com/news/2019/08/connor-betts-twitter-politics-social-media/

https://theweek.com/articles/857197/misogyny-murder-often-handinhand

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/dayton-shooting-hit-list-rape-list-bellbrook-high-school-classmates-say-ohio-shooter-connor-betts/

https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamainternalmedicine/article-abstract/2582989

https://theundefeated.com/features/fivethirtyeight-breaks-down-the-more-than-33000-annual-u-s-gun-deaths/

https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/gun-accidents/

https://pediatricsnationwide.org/2019/05/17/a-narrowing-gender-gap-in-youth-suicides/

https://www.npr.org/2019/08/08/748665339/the-pistol-that-looks-like-a-rifle-the-dayton-shooters-gun

https://www.buzzfeednews.com/article/ellievhall/dayton-shooter-pornogrind-band

https://life.shared.com/my-ex-boyfriend-was-the-dayton-shooter-former-girlfriend-connor-betts

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/08/09/gilroy-garlic-festival-gunman-warrant/1964304001/

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/gilroy-garlic-festival-shooting-being-investigated-domestic-terrorism-fbi-n1039681

https://www.daytondailynews.com/news/crime--law/dayton-shooting-oregon-district-gunman-left-decade-red-flags/E5UoTI8To1CJDaWUndXBlO/

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/08/06/us/mass-shootings.html

https://theweek.com/articles/857197/misogyny-murder-often-handinhand

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Sunshine composed by The Mini Vandals

The Coming Storm composed by Ethan Meixsell

Darkdub composed by Quincas Moreira

Bloody Tears composed by Quincas Moreira

58 - Urban Renewal Part 1: The Story of Black Cincinnati Aug 01, 2019

In part 1 of a two-part series about urban renewal, Jaye talks about the history of America's urban slums. How did these poor, run-down neighborhoods develop in US cities, and how did these areas become associated with people of color, particularly black Americans? The history of Cincinnati's West End is discussed as an illustration of how segregated, impoverished neighborhoods developed over time, and how residents became vulnerable to the negative effects of urban renewal policies.

Learn more about the Flying Machine Patreon and become a Patron! http://flyingmachine.network/support

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Source Links:

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2016/12/22/being-timothy-thomas-son/95286890/ https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2015/03/07/republic-street/24507335/ http://www.kirwaninstitute.osu.edu/reports/2004/07_2004_Gentrification%20and%20Revitalization.pdf https://www.npr.org/2017/05/03/526655831/a-forgotten-history-of-how-the-u-s-government-segregated-america https://www.cincinnati-oh.gov/planning/assets/File/Cincinnati%20MetropolitanMaster%20Plan%201948.pdf https://www.buffalo.edu/content/dam/www/news/imported/pdf/July08/CinciEnqTaylorSegregation.pdf https://thevoiceofblackcincinnati.com/african-americans-in-cincinnati/ https://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/citywiseblog/lost-city-kenyon-barr-queensgate/ https://www.urban.org/urban-wire/homeownership-still-financially-better-renting https://blackexcellence.com/10-richest-black-communities-in-america/ https://www.theverge.com/2019/3/28/18285178/facebook-hud-lawsuit-fair-housing-discrimination https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/elections/2016/08/25/discrimination-lawsuit-over-donald-trump-cincinnati-apartments/89269132/ https://www.clearinghouse.net/chDocs/public/FH-NY-0024-0034.pdf https://www.epi.org/publication/the-color-of-law-a-forgotten-history-of-how-our-government-segregated-america/ https://books.google.com/books?id=VKB9g0oXvA4C&pg=PA137&lpg=PA137&dq=kenyon+barr&source=bl&ots=T-PY0NBqkL&sig=ACfU3U151iKuwRLFNBClP0wvtYiVdLEkfA&hl=en&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwiVnoS_p-DjAhUNTN8KHaPrCrs4ChDoATADegQICRAB#v=onepage&q=kenyon%20barr&f=falsehttps://www.epi.org/publication/the-color-of-law-a-forgotten-history-of-how-our-government-segregated-america/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Schizo composed by Anno Domini Beats

Almost a Year Ago composed by John Deley and the 41 Players

Long Way Home composed by Silent Partner

1940's Slow Dance composed by Doug Maxwell/Media Right Productions

Super Blues composed by Unicorn Heads

Sinking Ship composed by Silent Partner

BONUS - Dr. King & The Birmingham Eight Jul 23, 2019

This Patreon bonus episode, originally released March 2019, is being released free this month as part of Flying Machine's Flyer Drive! To learn more and become a Patron, go to http://flyingmachine.network/support. Enjoy the episode!

Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.'s "Letter from a Birmingham Jail" is famous for several iconic statements, including the admonishment of "white moderates." But did you know that the "white moderates" Dr. King was referring to were specific local clergymen in Birmingham who had written an open letter opposing the protests he helped to organize? These clergy are dubbed "The Birmingham Eight." Who were these men? What did it mean for them to be "moderate," and how did they respond to Dr. King's letter? And what can this incident in American history teach us about allyship?

Citations: “A Call for Unity: Text and Background.” Dallas Baptist University. https://www3.dbu.edu/mitchell/documents/ACallforUnityTextandBackground.pdf

Gilbreath, Edward. 2013. Birmingham Revolution: Martin Luther King Jr.’s Epic Challenge to the Church. Downer’s Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press.

“Harmon, Nolan B. (Nolan Bailey), 1982-1993: Manuscript Number 134.” 2009. Pitts Theology Library, Emory University. January 27. http://pitts.emory.edu/archives/text/mss134.html

King, Martin Luther. 1963. “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” University of Pennsylvania. April 16. https://www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html

Mathews, Donald [Paul Hardin, Jr.]. 1989. “Interview with Paul Hardin Jr.“ University of North Carolina. December 8. https://docsouth.unc.edu/sohp/html_use/C-0071.html

Montgomery, Brandt L. 2017. “Bishop Carpenter and Civil Rights in Alabama.” Covenant. August 10. https://livingchurch.org/covenant/2017/08/10/bishop-carpenter-and-civil-rights-in-alabama/#_ftn4

Saxon, Wolfgang. 2006. “Rev. Earl Stallings, 89, Pastor Praised by Jailed Dr. King, Dies.” The New York Times. March 4. https://www.nytimes.com/2006/03/04/us/rev-earl-stallings-89-pastor-praised-by-jailed-dr-king-dies.html

Stallings, Earl, et. al. 1963. “An Appeal for Law and Order and Common Sense.” January 16. https://genius.com/Alabama-clergymen-an-appeal-for-law-and-order-and-common-sense-annotated

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Believer composed by Silent Partner

Easy Day composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100194 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Intractable composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100194 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

57 - Political Spectrums (with Elle Riccardi) Jul 16, 2019

As the myriad of Democratic presidential candidates with tons of ideas are hitting the debate circuit, Elle Riccardi from the podcast Short, Colorful + Loud joins Jaye to discuss political spectrums. What are the building blocks of political spectrums? Where did "left" and "right" come from? Are communism and fascism all that close to each other? Elle and Jaye discuss various kinds of political spectrums, including left-right, horseshoe theory, the political compass (including how they tested on it!) and more. They also discuss centrism, anarchy, and how the Overton Window can affect how we view what is "normal" in political discourse.

Short, Colorful + Loud:

Twitter: @scl_podcast Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/shortcolorfulandloud/ Website: http://shortcolorfulandloud.tumblr.com

Our collaboration is part of the Flying Machine Flyer Drive #FlyerDrive! http://flyingmachine.network/support

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Source Links:

https://www.the-american-interest.com/2019/03/27/the-end-of-the-new-deal-era-and-the-coming-realignment/ https://www.politicalcompass.org/ http://factmyth.com/the-left-right-political-spectrum-explained/ https://psmag.com/social-justice/an-end-to-horseshoe-theory https://www.npr.org/2017/01/09/509001314/jeff-sessions-previously-denied-federal-judgeship-amid-racism-controversy https://web.archive.org/web/20070930160218/http://www.ufppc.org/content/view/1751/2/ https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2014/06/the-left-right-political-spectrum-is-bogus/373139/ https://www.mackinac.org/7504 https://www.mackinac.org/OvertonWindow https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/26/us/politics/overton-window-democrats.html https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2018/02/25/overton-window-explained-definition-meaning-217010

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

As Loud as Possible composed by Max McFerren

Jupiter composed by Silent Partner

57 - Political Spectrums (with Elle Riccardi) Jul 16, 2019

Short, Colorful + Loud:

Twitter: @scl_podcast Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/shortcolorfulandloud/ Website: http://shortcolorfulandloud.tumblr.com

Our collaboration is part of the Flying Machine Flyer Drive #FlyerDrive! http://flyingmachine.network/support

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Source Links:

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

As Loud as Possible composed by Max McFerren

Jupiter composed by Silent Partner

56 - A Hail Mary for SCOTUS Jul 02, 2019

In the aftermath of the US Supreme Court ruling effectively declaring political gerrymandering legal, Jaye discusses the challenges Democrats face in mitigating the damage of an increasingly right-leaning SCOTUS. In this episode, Jaye focuses on the novel Supreme Court plan touted by Democratic presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg, which is intended to neutralize the ideological and partisan slant of the court. What are the pros and cons of the plan? Jaye makes the case that the challenges this Supreme Court plan would face reflect the issues the Democrats face in general as they attempt to gain ground lost to the Republican Party by taking the Court for granted. Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Check out the Flying Machine Drive! http://flyingmachine.network/support

Source Links:

https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2019/06/buttigiegs-supreme-court-plan-and-democratic-party/590905/ https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2020-election/inside-pete-buttigieg-s-plan-overhaul-supreme-court-n1012491?cid=public-rss_20190603 https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2019/02/24/the-lost-history-of-fdrs-court-packing-scandal-225201 https://www.buffalo.edu/content/dam/www/baldycenter/Spring17/Retirement%20Act%20Glock%202017%20%283%29.pdf https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/court-packing-ideas-get-attention-from-democrats/2019/03/10/d05e549e-41c0-11e9-a0d3-1210e58a94cf_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.8bc4c78d4023 https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/us/politics/supreme-court-democratic-candidates.html https://www.livescience.com/9857-9-supreme-court-justices.html https://www.icpsr.umich.edu/icpsrweb/instructors/setups/notes/new-deal.jsp https://www.the-american-interest.com/2019/03/27/the-end-of-the-new-deal-era-and-the-coming-realignment/ https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/split-ticket-voting-hit-a-new-low-in-2018-senate-and-governor-races/ https://www.forbes.com/2010/05/13/third-parties-fusion-voting-elections-opinions-columnists-bruce-bartlett.html#41991ce45f7a https://www.history.com/news/has-a-u-s-supreme-court-justice-ever-been-impeached https://www.archives.gov/federal-register/constitution https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/there-are-four-not-two-ways-to-amend-the-constitution/2016/08/18/058afcf2-6420-11e6-b4d8-33e931b5a26d_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.d1834d67b2f6

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

River Flow composed by Silent Partner

Magnolia composed by Silent Partner

1940's Slow Dance composed by Doug Maxwell/Media Right Productions

55 - Riverside Chats: It's Kinda Meta Jun 18, 2019

Jaye is joined by her husband Chuckles as they discuss free speech versus calls to violence and terrorism, as well as if Donald Trump's rhetoric and actions in support of gun control will upset his supporters enough to turn against him in 2020. Chuckles stans Candace Owens and sees her temporary ban on Twitter as an example of a conspiracy by the social media giant against conservative voices. Jaye points out that white supremacists run rampant on Twitter despite the ability to filter them out just like they filter out Islamic terror groups - because Twitter doesn't want to ban Republican politicians. Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Featured Podcast: Falling In Love Montage Website: http://fallinginlovemontage.com

Source Links:

Source Links: https://www.c-span.org/video/?c4801423/aoc-questioning-fbis-michael-mcgarrity-white-supremacist-violence-treated-domestic-terrorism https://trofire.com/2019/06/10/aoc-makes-fbi-official-squirm-with-softball-question/ https://abcnews.go.com/Politics/rep-alexandria-ocasio-cortez-appears-conflate-types-fbi/story?id=63542165 https://www.splcenter.org/hatewatch/2018/09/12/study-shows-two-thirds-us-terrorism-tied-right-wing-extremists https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/politics/a27733112/domestic-terrorism-law-congress-white-supremacists/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/04/25/coast-guard-terror-christopher-hasson-free-trial/3580298002/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Compressor Works Twang composed by Max McFerren

54 - Abortion Revisited: The Right to Consent Jun 04, 2019

CONTENT WARNING: Miscarriage, stillbirth, medical procedures, death, child molestation, sexual and physical violence

With the proliferation of abortion bans passed into law in several states designed to trigger a US Supreme Court reversal of Roe v. Wade (1973), what are the real dangers of these laws? Jaye reconsiders her earlier position on fetal personhood and outlines her view regarding the tension between the rights of the woman versus the rights of the fetus. She delves into infant and maternal mortality in the US, mass shootings, and discrimination by faith-based charities, making the argument that the anti-abortion movement has no real interest in protecting the sanctity of life. Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Featured Podcast: Divisive Issues Website: http://frondsradio.com/divisiveissues

Stranger Still Abortion Video: https://youtu.be/2J4w2xGW9H8

Source Links: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/evangelical-history/evangelicals-really-silent-roe-v-wade/ https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2014/05/religious-right-real-origins-107133 https://arcdigital.media/how-did-evangelicals-and-republicans-come-to-oppose-abortion-dcd4ac56c333 https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/liver-transplant/about/pac-20384842 https://www.americantransplantfoundation.org/about-transplant/facts-and-myths/ https://ffrf.org/component/k2/item/18514-what-does-the-bible-say-about-abortion https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/autonomy-moral/ https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/cambridge-law-journal/article/nature-and-significance-of-the-right-to-bodily-integrity/79703F3BE9C5C21BB76338C050E951BC/core-reader http://www.ncsl.org/research/health/fetal-homicide-state-laws.aspx https://www.thefreelibrary.com/Homicide+a+leading+cause+of+death+in+pregnant+women.+%28Continuing...-a080055987 https://www.nkhiddengulag.org/blog/the-north-korean-government-initiates-ban-on-abortions-yet-commits-forced-abortions-against-its-prisoners#_ftn1 https://www.vogue.com/article/serena-williams-vogue-cover-interview-february-2018 http://www.nationalpartnership.org/our-work/health/reports/black-womens-maternal-health.html https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/maternalinfanthealth/pregnancy-relatedmortality.htm https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5001799/ https://www.cdc.gov/reproductivehealth/maternalinfanthealth/infantmortality.htm https://www.chds.us/ssdb/category/graphs/ https://khn.org/news/sham-sharing-ministries-test-faith-of-patients-and-insurance-regulators/ https://www.colorlines.com/articles/hud-rule-allows-homeless-shelters-deny-admission-transgender-people https://www.healthsystemtracker.org/chart-collection/infant-mortality-u-s-compare-countries/#item-neonatal-mortality-u-s-higher-comparable-countries https://minorityhealth.hhs.gov/omh/browse.aspx?lvl=4&lvlid=23 https://www.campussafetymagazine.com/safety/k-12-school-shooting-statistics-everyone-should-know/ https://www.axios.com/abortion-restriction-states-passed-laws-8326c9aa-6631-4bd1-b02b-c6ba6cd0a335.html

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Rock Tune composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Toy Piano composed by Wayne Jones

Last Train to Mars composed by Dan Liebowitz

Namaste composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

53 - Evangelical Gaslighting May 19, 2019

As several states are passing extremely restrictive anti-abortion laws, and civil rights are increasingly being denied to a number of groups in the United States, Jaye discusses the conservative evangelical Christianity that got us here. Is conservative evangelicalism "real Christianity" and why does the answer to that question matter? How does evangelicalism lead its adherents to support authoritarian, regressive, and cruel politicians and public policies? Jaye shares her personal experience in evangelical Christianity for first-person insight into the methods and teachings that lead evangelical Christians to extreme stances on issues that may have little to no basis in the Bible they claim is inerrant. Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Source Links:

https://www.washingtonpost.com/religion/2019/05/04/rachel-held-evans-progressive-christian-author-who-challenged-evangelicals-dies/?utm_term=.ffd3a34e2058

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/05/17/treasury-irs-expected-to-ignore-trump-tax-return-subpoena-deadline.html

https://apnews.com/254643092cb74f17a78e1a1c7974816c

https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2016/11/09/how-the-faithful-voted-a-preliminary-2016-analysis/

https://www.pnas.org/content/115/19/E4330

http://islamicsupremecouncil.org/understanding-islam/legal-rulings/5-jihad-a-misunderstood-concept-from-islam.html?start=9

https://fgulen.com/en/fethullah-gulens-works/toward-a-global-civilization-of-love-and-tolerance/jihad-terrorism-human-rights/25257-lesser-and-greater-jihad

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Wistful Harp composed by Andrew Huang

Cliffsides composed by Dan Liebowitz

52 - Chasing the White Whale May 06, 2019

Several Democratic candidates are running to be the party's nominee for President of the United States. Jaye believes it matters less which candidate becomes the Democratic nominee, but more what direction the Democratic Party will go in the 2020 election. Will they focus on recruiting Trump supporters, or convincing non-voters to go to the polls? Jaye argues that focusing on Trump supporters will guarantee a loss for the Democrats, and the best way forward in 2020 and beyond is to excite non-voters and turn out their base with a slate of common-sense progressive reforms. Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Manchester Dream composed by Bruno E

Halls of the Undead composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100355 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Plantation composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

51 - Christian & Affirming? Part II: Gender Identity Apr 23, 2019

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of transphobia, anti-LGBTQ bigotry and violence, depression and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

The relationship between the American church and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) people has all too often been rocky, and conflict is inflamed by opposition by churches and Christian political institutions to equal rights for LGBTQ Americans. Opposition to equal rights for LGBTQ Americans is based on the belief among many Christian traditions, denominations, and sects that homosexuality and transgender identity are morally wrong, based on how they interpret a handful of Bible verses.

In Part II of a two-part series, Jaye focuses on the non-affirming position of many Christian institutions as it relates to gender identity. She makes the argument that while the non-affirming position on homosexuality is not conclusively supported by the Bible, non-affirming stances in regards to gender identity have even *less* biblical support. These positions also tend to conflate sex and gender, as well as sexual orientation and gender identity. Jaye discusses the immense harm done to transgender and non-binary people by non-affirming positions, many of which are grossly misinformed. Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Links and Citations:

https://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/2014/12/30/transgender-teen-death-needs-mean-something/21044407/

https://www.thetrevorproject.org/#sm.00000n2x6ylkgtfsru51q7ieff8ll

https://web.archive.org/web/20150101215955/http://www.wcpo.com/news/local-news/warren-county/leelah-alcorns-dad-we-love-our-son

https://www.govtrack.us/congress/bills/114/hr2450/text

https://sojo.net/magazine/june-2017/just-i-am

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/22/health/transgender-trump-biology.html

Furtado P. S.; et al. (2012). "Gender dysphoria associated with disorders of sex development". Nat. Rev. Urol. 9 (11): 620–627. doi:10.1038/nrurol.2012.182. PMID 23045263.

Harrison, Jack; Grant, Jaime; Herman, Jody L. "A Gender Not Listed Here: Genderqueers, Gender Rebels, and OtherWise in the National Transgender Discrimination Survey"

Mark A. Yarhouse & Trista L. Carr (2012) MTF Transgender Christians’ Experiences: A Qualitative Study, Journal of LGBT Issues in Counseling, 6:1, 18-33, DOI: 10.1080/15538605.2012.649405

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2018/oct/21/trump-administration-define-transgender-out-of-existence-new-york-times https://www.nytimes.com/2018/10/21/us/politics/transgender-trump-administration-sex-definition.html

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/education/wp/2018/02/12/education-department-will-no-longer-investigate-transgender-bathroom-complaints/?utm_term=.f39014cfca51

https://www.hrc.org/resources/a-national-epidemic-fatal-anti-transgender-violence-in-america-in-2018

https://www.hrc.org/resources/violence-against-the-transgender-community-in-2018

https://transequality.org/issues/anti-violence

https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/04/23/black-americans-are-more-likely-than-overall-public-to-be-christian-protestant/

https://www.pewforum.org/2014/05/07/the-shifting-religious-identity-of-latinos-in-the-united-states/

https://medium.com/@janelane_62637/the-splendor-of-gender-non-conformity-in-africa-f894ff5706e1

https://unibam.org/2013/05/24/beyond-binary-definitions-of-gender-3rd/

http://www.isna.org/faq/frequency

https://ag.org/Beliefs/Position-Papers/Transgenderism-Transsexuality-and-Gender-Identity

http://www.transchristians.org/book/book-objections/deuteronomy-225

http://www.beki.org/dvartorah/crossdressing/

http://kentbrandenburg.blogspot.com/2009/07/history-and-deuteronomy-225-part-one.html

http://kentbrandenburg.blogspot.com/2009/07/history-and-deuteronomy-225-part-two.html

https://claudemariottini.com/2009/08/24/women-pants-and-deuteronomy-225-part-1/

https://claudemariottini.com/2009/06/23/jesus-wore-pants/

https://claudemariottini.com/2009/01/26/transvestism-in-ancient-israel/

https://youtu.be/ta9LSx8-9Vc

https://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2015/12/02/religious-groups-policies-on-transgender-members-vary-widely/

https://www.thedailybeast.com/what-does-the-bible-teach-about-transgender-people

http://www.sbc.net/resolutions/2250/on-transgender-identity

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Wise composed by Silent Partner

Lagos composed by Quincas Moreira

Retreat composed by Jason Farnham

Angevin - Thatched Villagers composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200110 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Dark Walk composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100468 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Family Montage composed by Biz Baz Studio

50 - End of Empire Apr 08, 2019

In the 50th episode of Potstirrer Podcast, Jaye reacts to the Mueller report - or really, the Barr Letter summarizing the report filed by Special Counsel Robert Mueller. Are the conclusions Attorney General William Barr came to regarding the report accurate? What do we know about Barr, and should he be trusted?

Jaye makes the argument that any finding from the Mueller report likely won't matter in terms of repercussions for Donald Trump, but nevertheless, it is vital that the report be released to the public in full. Iran-Contra, the decline of the US as the leader of the free world, and the importance of truth in the latest from Potstirrer Podcast!

Potstirrer Podcast Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Where Shall We Dine composed by Letter Box

Shawl Paul composed by Norma Rockwell

49 - R. Kelly & the #MeToo Movement Mar 24, 2019

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault, child molestation, and domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised.

R. Kelly has been an R&B superstar for two decades, with hit songs such as "I Believe I Can Fly" and "I Wish," and winning several music awards, including three Grammys. But while Kelly has enjoyed mainstream success, throughout his career, he has been plagued by allegations of sexual involvement with underage girls and inappropriate, abusive relationships with women and girls.

Recently, the documentary miniseries "Surviving R. Kelly" was released on Lifetime, discussing allegations of Kelly's sexual misconduct, including more recent allegations that he keeps women and girls captive in an abusive "sex cult." The documentary featured interviews with several accusers, family members of alleged victims, former business and personal associates, and family members.

R. Kelly has not been convicted of any crime related to the sexual misconduct and abuse allegations, and he has denied all accusations.

In this episode, Jaye discusses the R. Kelly documentary with her brother, the author of Gods of Life and co-owner of Shining Otaku Comics, Ervin Johnson II. Jaye and Ervin talk about Kelly's history, the #MeToo movement, and women's empowerment. The episode also includes a "palate cleanser" segment where they discuss manga (Japanese comics), Shining Otaku, and Gods of Life.

Citations/Resources:

"The Criminal Justice System: Statistics." RAINN (Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network) https://www.rainn.org/statistics/criminal-justice-system

Gibbs, Rosemary. 2019. "R. Kelly Charged in Chicago With Aggravated Criminal Sexual Abuse." Forbes, February 22. https://www.forbes.com/sites/adriennegibbs/2019/02/22/r-kelly-charged-in-chicago-with-aggravated-criminal-sexual-abuse/#4a59fd2d4756

Sobol, Rosemary, and Megan Crepeau. 2019. "R. Kelly Walks Out of Cook County Jail After Paying More Than $160,000 in Overdue Child Support." Chicago Tribune, March 9. https://www.chicagotribune.com/news/local/breaking/ct-met-r-kelly-released-20190309-story.html

"Surviving R. Kelly" - Lifetime Network https://www.mylifetime.com/shows/surviving-r-kelly

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Ocean composed by THBD

48 - Christian & Affirming? Part I: Sexual Orientation Mar 10, 2019

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of homophobia, anti-LGBTQ bigotry, sexual assault and suicide. Listener discretion is advised.

In Part I of a two-part series, Jaye focuses on the non-affirming position of many Christian institution as it relates to sexual orientation. She examines the "clobber" verses, making the argument that the non-affirming position is not conclusively supported by the Bible. What damage is being done to LGBTQ people, both inside and outside the church because of the non-affirming doctrine of many American churches? And - can you be Christian and affirming? Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Citations:

"Addressing Anti-Transgender Violence." Human Rights Campaign/Trans People of Color Coalition. https://assets2.hrc.org/files/assets/resources/HRC-AntiTransgenderViolence-0519.pdf?_ga=2.212877463.266057429.1552114026-1186084336.1552114026

"Attempts to Change Sexual Orientation." University of California - Davis. https://psychology.ucdavis.edu/rainbow/html/facts_changing.html

Blair, Ralph. 2013. "Clobber Passages." Evangelicals Concerned, Inc. http://ecinc.org/clobber-passages/

Helminiak, Daniel A. 2000 [1994]. What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality. Novato, CA: Alamo Square Press.

Mallory, Christy, Brown, Taylor N.T., and Kerith J. Conron. 2018. "Conversion Therapy and LGBT Youth." The Williams Institute: UCLA School of Law. https://williamsinstitute.law.ucla.edu/wp-content/uploads/Conversion-Therapy-LGBT-Youth-Jan-2018.pdf

Ryan, Caitlin, Toomey, Russell B. Diaz, Rafael M. and Stephen T. Russell. 2018. "Parent-Initiated Sexual Orientation Change Efforts with LGBT Adolescents: Implications for Young Adult Mental Health and Adjustment." Journal of Homosexuality. November 7, pp.1-15. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30403564

Shidlo, Ariel, and Michael Schroeder. 2002. "Changing Sexual Orientation: A Consumers' Report." Professional Psychology: Research and Practice. 2002. 33:3, pp. 249-259. https://pdfs.semanticscholar.org/a8fa/f008ed1c74f105da2ddaf5d20172033e2d4a.pdf

Vines, Matthew. 2014. God and the Gay Christian: The Biblical Case in Support of Same-Sex Relationships. New York: Convergent Books.

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Heart Beats composed by Silent Partner

Sad Minuet composed by Sir Cubworth

47 - MLK90 Part II: Colorblind King & Cheap Grace Feb 24, 2019

In the final installment of this two-part series, Jaye provides an overview of Dr. King's transformation - from "outside agitator" to "colorblind civil rights icon." She examines the making of a hero in the American consciousness, and how willful distortion of Dr. King's legacy served a political and social purpose. Is our society that different today than the society of the 1960s? And how has the "rehabilitated" King given the United States an easy out from its original sin of racism?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Bicycle-Reunited composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100870 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

The Machine Assembly composed by The Whole Other

Funkorama composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100474 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Whatdafunk composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Dub Eastern composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200046 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

46 - MLK90 Part I: The Real Dr. King Feb 10, 2019

When most Americans think of late civil rights icon Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., we often picture a unifying Christian minister who used non-violence to advance his dream of racial equality in the United States. King would have been 90 years old this year, had he not been assassinated. We observe his birthday every January, and often hear his name invoked, as well as that of other civil rights leaders, in February during Black History Month.

But in death, has Dr. King been whitewashed?

In the first installment of a two-part series, Jaye discusses some widely-held beliefs regarding Dr. King and the world in which he lived. She provides context for Dr. King's life, and sets the record straight on a respected, but misunderstood historical figure.

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Rhastafarian composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Dwarf Star composed by Freedom Trail Studio

Bomber composed by Riot

Lude Illa composed by Joe Bagale

Trips composed by Topher Mohr and Alex Elena

45 - Christian Ed in America Jan 27, 2019

In response to Vice-President Mike Pence stating Christian education should be off-limits to criticism, defending his wife Karen's decision to teach at a Christian school that excludes the LGBTQ community, hashtag #ExposeChristianSchools, started by scholar and exvangelical Chris Stroop @c_stroop, went viral, particularly on Twitter.

Jaye discusses the need for extremist ideology and abusive behavior in evangelical Christian schools to be exposed, and the importance of providing space for those who have lived through attending Christian schools to share their experiences. Jaye also shares a couple of personal stories from briefly attending a Christian elementary school.

Why are right-wing politicians, conservative media, and evangelical Christian leaders hostile to people coming forward with the truth about evangelical Christian education?

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Minor With Cricket by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Orange composed by Topher Mohr and Alex Elena

Apocalypse composed by SYBS

44 - Here's to 2019 Jan 13, 2019

It's a new year, and Jaye ushers in 2019 with thoughts on the government shutdown, advice for the Democratic Party regarding the 2020 presidential election, and a read on Vice President Mike Pence. What makes Pence worse than Trump, and why would a Pence presidency be worse for the United States than Trump remaining in office?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine: http://flyingmachine.network Flying Machine Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Citations:

Bruni, Frank. 2018. “Mike Pence, Holy Terror.” The New York Times. July 28. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/28/opinion/sunday/mike-pence-holy-terror.html

Cain, Aine. 2018. “Inside the Trump-Endorse Marriage of Mike Pence, Who Calls His Wife ‘Mother’ and Refuses to Dine With Other Women.” Business Insider. February 22. https://www.businessinsider.com/mike-pence-marriage-wife-karen-2017-10

Cross, Lauren. 2017. “Pence Rejects East Chicago’s Request for Emergency Declaration.” The Times of Northwest Indiana. January 18. https://www.nwitimes.com/news/local/lake/pence-rejects-east-chicago-s-request-for-emergency-declaration/article_f11de049-2f52-5551-8d44-03f094f3742e.html

Cross, Lauren. 2018. “HUD: East Chicago Disregarded HUD Policies, Failed to Evaluate, Remove Contamination for Housing Projects in Superfund Site.” The Times of Northwest Indiana. January 22. http://interactive.wbez.org/curiouscity/east-chicago/

D’Antonio, Michael, and Peter Eisner. 2018. The Shadow President: The Truth About Mike Pence. New York: St. Martin’s Press.

Ewing, Walter, Martinez, Daniel E., and Ruben G. Rumbaut. 2015. “The Criminalization of Immigration in the United States.” American Immigration Council. July 13. https://www.americanimmigrationcouncil.org/research/criminalization-immigration-united-states

Green, Lloyd. 2018. “Mike Pence: Power, Religion and America’s ‘Shadow President.’” The Guardian. August 28. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g90YK0tSW38

Kaltwasser, Jared. 2018. “Early Intervention Could Have Prevented Indiana’s HIV Outbreak.” MD Magazine. September 27. https://www.mdmag.com/medical-news/intervention-could-have-prevented-indianas-hiv-outbreak

“Lead Poisoning.” Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/health/lead-poisoning

“Lead Poisoning and Health.” World Health Organization. August 23, 2018. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/lead-poisoning-and-health

Mahler, Jonathan, and Dirk Johnson. 2016. “Mike Pence’s Journey: Catholic Democrat to Evangelical Republican.” The New York Times. July 20. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/28/opinion/sunday/mike-pence-holy-terror.html

Mayer, Jane. 2017. “The Danger of President Pence.” The New Yorker. October 23. https://www.newyorker.com/magazine/2017/10/23/the-danger-of-president-pence

Morlin, Bill. 2018. “Study Shows Two-Thirds of US Terrorism Tied to Right-Wing Extremists.” Southern Poverty Law Center. September 12. https://www.splcenter.org/hatewatch/2018/09/12/study-shows-two-thirds-us-terrorism-tied-right-wing-extremists

Nowrasteh, Alex. 2015. “Immigration and Crime – What the Research Says.” Cato Institute. July 14. https://www.cato.org/blog/immigration-crime-what-research-says

Salas-Wright, Christopher P., Vaughn, Michael G., Schwartz, Seth J., and David Cordova. 2016. “An ‘Immigrant Paradox’ for Adolescent Externalizing Behavior? Evidence from a National Sample.” Social Psychiatry and Psychiatric Epidemiology. January, 51:1, pp. 27-37.

Stack, Liam. 2016. “Mike Pence and ‘Conversion Therapy’: A History.” The New York Times. November 30. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/28/opinion/sunday/mike-pence-holy-terror.html

Stark, Kevin. 2018. “How Pollution Seeped Into the Lives of East Chicago Residents.” WBEZ 91.5 Chicago. June 17. http://interactive.wbez.org/curiouscity/east-chicago/

Thrasher, Steven W. 2018. “Mike Pence is Still to Blame for an HIV Outbreak in Indiana – but for New Reasons.” The Nation. October 4. https://www.thenation.com/article/mike-pence-is-still-to-blame-for-an-hiv-outbreak-in-indiana-but-for-new-reasons/

Twohey, Megan. 2016. “Mike Pence’s Response to HIV Outbreak: Prayer, Then a Change of Heart.” The New York Times. August 7. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/28/opinion/sunday/mike-pence-holy-terror.html

Walsh, Joan. 2017. “Why Mike Pence is Worse than Donald Trump.” The Nation. August 22. https://www.thenation.com/article/why-mike-pence-is-worse-than-donald-trump/

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Auld Lang Syne (Instrumental Jam) composed by E's Jammy Jams

Under the Radar composed by Silent Partner

A Darker Heart composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Palmetto Moon composed by The 126ers

43 - War on Christmas 2018 Dec 16, 2018

For this year’s “War on Christmas” holiday special – Jaye is joined by her husband Chuckles as they react to strange stories and answer listener questions. Jaye waxes poetic about KFC on an open fire while Chuckles reveals something that even Jaye didn’t know about him.

Citations:

“Col. Harland Sanders 11 Herbs and Spices Firelog.” KFC. https://www.kfc.com/fire-log

“German Chocolate Factory Spill Makes for Sweet Street.” Reuters. December 12, 2018. https://www.nbcnews.com/news/world/german-chocolate-factory-spill-makes-sweet-street-n947301

Hay, Andrew. 2018. “No Free Money in New Jersey: Police Want Spilled Banknotes Back.” Reuters. December 13. https://www.reuters.com/article/us-new-jersey-truck-money/no-free-money-in-new-jersey-police-want-spilled-banknotes-back-idUSKBN1OD059

Hooper, Ben. 2018. “Deputies Find Suspected Burglar Was Deer Trapped in Bathroom.” UPI. December 13. https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2018/12/13/Deputies-find-suspected-burglar-was-deer-trapped-in-bathroom/4181544730120/

Hooper, Ben. 2018. “KFC Creates Fried Chicken Scented Fire Log.” UPI. December 13. https://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2018/12/13/KFC-creates-fried-chicken-scented-fire-log/7401544720429/

Wamsley, Laurel. 2018. “Satanic Sculpture Installed at Illinois Statehouse, Just in Time for the Holidays.” National Public Radio. December 4. https://www.npr.org/2018/12/04/673422143/satanic-sculpture-installed-at-illinois-statehouse-just-in-time-for-the-holidays

Music:

Carol of the Bells composed by Audionautix

Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Happy Little Elves composed by Audionautix

Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Artist: http://audionautix.com/

42 - The Chau Incident & Christian Missions Dec 02, 2018

In November of 2018, 26 year old American explorer and missionary John Allen Chau was killed by the Sentinelese people, an isolated tribal group living on North Sentinel Island off the coast of India. Chau went the island illegally in order to share with them about Christianity. The incident is controversial, sparking outrage, consternation, and even admiration. Were Chau's actions worth the cost of his life? And could his actions cost the Sentinelese people their lives as well? Jaye discusses the parties involved in the incident, Christian missionary work, and why history matters when unpacking the discomfort some have with the idea of missions.

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Desert Catharsis composed by Asher Fulero

Cry composed by Vibe Tracks

Aurora Currents composed by Asher Fulero

Timelapsed Tides composed by Asher Fulero

41 - Free Speech for a New Generation Nov 21, 2018

In light of the growing normalization of white supremacy and related forms of bigotry in the United States, Jaye focuses on the debate between unfettered free speech and the regulation of hate speech. What does "free speech" truly mean in the US context, and why does it matter? Should "dangerous" speech be made illegal? Jaye also discusses libertarian ideology - specifically how, despite its emphasis on individual rights, it may fall short in the realm of free speech. In a corporatocracy, should we consider ensuring free speech rights in relation not only to government, but also to businesses, especially in the Internet age?

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

The Black Cat composed by Aaron Kenny

Restless Natives composed by Doug Maxwell / Media Right Productions

Reception composed by William Rosati

40 - 2018 Midterms: Taking Back the Vote Nov 04, 2018

The 2018 midterm elections are here! In this episode, Jaye talks midterm predictions, the Voting Rights Act, millennials and Gen Z, and voter suppression. Jaye also discusses a major think tank responsible for the current Republican agenda, and which supplies the manpower behind GOP presidents from Ronald Reagan to Donald Trump. Why does this organization have a vested interest in subverting democracy? Can the American people overcome the anti-democratic measures of right-wing politicians and save this country? Listen for more!

American Citizens - Register to Vote NOW and Vote November 6!: http://www.vote.org

Citations:

"African American Population Distribution Post-Emancipation." 2016. Dartmouth College. February 22. https://journeys.dartmouth.edu/censushistory/2016/02/22/african-american-population-distribution-post-emancipation/ (November 4, 2018)

Arthur, Rob, and Allison McCann. 2018. "How the Gutting of the Voting Rights Act Led to Hundreds of Closed Polls." Vice. October 16. https://news.vice.com/en_us/article/kz58qx/how-the-gutting-of-the-voting-rights-act-led-to-closed-polls (November 4, 2018)

Brophy, Alfred L. "Guinn v. United States (1915)." The Encyclopedia of Oklahoma History and Culture. http://www.okhistory.org/publications/enc/entry.php?entry=GU001 (November 04, 2018)

Berman, Ari. 2011. "The GOP War on Voting." Rolling Stone. August 30. https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/the-gop-war-on-voting-242182/ (November 4, 2018)

Foner, Eric. 2018. "South Carolina’s Forgotten Black Political Revolution." Slate. January 31. https://slate.com/human-interest/2018/01/the-many-black-americans-who-held-public-office-during-reconstruction-in-southern-states-like-south-carolina.html (November 4, 2018)

"Forecasting the Race for the House." FiveThirtyEight. https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2018-midterm-election-forecast/house/#lite (November 1, 2018)

"Forecasting the Race for the Senate." FiveThirtyEight. https://projects.fivethirtyeight.com/2018-midterm-election-forecast/senate/#lite November 1, 2018)

Kao, Emilie. 2018. "How Religious Freedom Erodes, One Step at a Time." The Heritage Foundation. August 7. https://www.heritage.org/religious-liberty/commentary/how-religious-freedom-erodes-one-step-time (November 4, 2018)

Mahler, Jonathan. 2018. "How One Conservative Think Tank is Stocking Trump's Government." The New York Times. June 20. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/20/magazine/trump-government-heritage-foundation-think-tank.html (November 4, 2018)

Onion, Rebecca. 2013. "Take the Impossible 'Literacy' Test Louisiana Gave Black Voters in the 1960s." Slate. June 28. https://slate.com/human-interest/2013/06/voting-rights-and-the-supreme-court-the-impossible-literacy-test-louisiana-used-to-give-black-voters.html (November 4, 2018)

"Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh Was Included on the List The Heritage Foundation Helped Compile." 2018. The Heritage Foundation. August 31. https://www.heritage.org/impact/supreme-court-nominee-brett-kavanaugh-was-included-the-list-the-heritage-foundation-helped (November 4, 2018)

Weyrich, Paul."'I Don't Want Everybody to Vote.'" August 1980. https://youtu.be/pN7IB-d7Hfw (November 4, 2018)

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Cut It composed by Silent Partner

DD Groove composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1100492 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Six Feet Off the Ground composed by Nana Kwabena

Heaven and Hell composed by Jeremy Blake

39 - Onward Christian Soldiers Oct 21, 2018

What if the religious extremism Americans should be most concerned about comes from Christianity? In this episode, Jaye explores the authoritarian, extremist elements of American evangelicalism and the overwhelming support of Donald Trump by white evangelical Christians. Jaye also discusses the Quiverfull movement, the increasing emphasis on authoritarianism and control within evangelical Christian colleges, dominionism, racial reconciliation, evangelical support for Donald Trump's inhumane policies, and parallels between right-wing evangelicalism and ultra-conservative Islam.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ NEW Facebook Group! Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Citations:

Boorstein, Michelle, and Julie Zauzmer. 2018. "White Evangelical Christians Fail to Condemn Family Separations at US Border." The Independent. June 20. https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/white-evangelical-christians-trump-us-mexico-border-families-separation-a8407776.html (October 21, 2018)

Bort, Ryan. 2018. "Why Trump Will Never Lose Evangelical Support." Rolling Stone. August 29. https://www.rollingstone.com/politics/politics-news/trump-evangelicals-716947/ (October 21, 2018)

Cox, Daniel, and Robert P. Jones. 2015. "Deep Divide Between Black and White Americans in Views of Criminal Justice System." Public Religion Research Institute (PRRI). May 7. https://www.prri.org/research/divide-white-black-americans-criminal-justice-system/ (October 21, 2018)

Frey, William H. 2018. "The US Will Become 'Minority White' in 2045, Census Projects." The Brookings Institution. March 14. https://www.brookings.edu/blog/the-avenue/2018/03/14/the-us-will-become-minority-white-in-2045-census-projects/ (October 21, 2018)

Garrison, Greg. 2018. "Why Evangelical Christians Support Trump." AL.com. August 29. https://www.al.com/living/index.ssf/2018/08/why_evangelical_christians_sup.html (October 21, 2018)

Gjelten, Tom. 2018. "Christian Colleges Are Tangled In Their Own LGBT Policies." National Public Radio. March 27. https://www.npr.org/2018/03/27/591140811/christian-colleges-are-tangled-in-their-own-lgbt-policies (October 21, 2018)

Green, Emma. 2017. "A Resolution Condemning White Supremacy Causes Chaos at the Southern Baptist Convention." The Atlantic. June 14. https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2017/06/the-southern-baptist-convention-alt-right-white-supremacy/530244/ (October 21, 2018)

Johnson, Andre E. 2018. "The Fallacy of Racial Reconciliation." Patheos. March 16. http://www.patheos.com/blogs/rhetoricraceandreligion/2018/03/fallacy-racial-reconciliation.html (October 21, 2018)

Joyce, Kathryn. 2006. "Arrows for the War." The Nation. November 9. https://www.thenation.com/article/arrows-war/ (October 21, 2018)

Lenoe, Matthew. 2018. "Right-Wing Warnings Pose Far More Danger to America than Left-Wing Violence." The Washington Post. September 28. https://www.washingtonpost.com/outlook/2018/09/28/right-wing-warnings-pose-far-more-danger-america-than-left-wing-violence/?utm_term=.fe6b1724095b (October 21, 2018)

Masci, David. 2015. "Compared With Other Christian Groups, Evangelicals' Dropoff is Less Steep." Pew Research Center. May 15. http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2015/05/15/compared-with-other-christian-groups-evangelicals-dropoff-is-less-steep/ (October 21, 2018)

Mutz, Diana C. 2018. "Status Threat, Not Economic Hardship, Explains the 2016 Presidential Vote." PNAS. May 8. 115 (19) E4330-E4339. http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2018/04/18/1718155115 (October 21, 2018)

Peters, Stephen. 2017. "Trump Administration Explains Vote Against United Nations Resolution." Human Rights Campaign. October 3. https://www.hrc.org/blog/trump-admin-votes-against-resolution-condemning-death-penalty-for-same-sex (October 21, 2018)

Stroop, Christopher. 2018. "Authoritarian Christianity, Or, What Franklin Graham Really Means When He Equates Progressivism with Godlessness." Not Your Mission Field (blog). May 30. https://chrisstroop.com/2018/05/30/authoritarian-christianity-or-what-franklin-graham-really-means-when-he-equates-progressivism-with-godlessness/ (October 21, 2018)

Stroop, Christopher. 2018. "Want to Know the Future of 'Trumpvangelicals' in America? Look at Their Colleges." Playboy. September 25. https://www.playboy.com/read/want-to-know-the-future-of-trumpvangelicals-in-america-look-at-their-colleges (October 21, 2018)

Thomson-DeVeaux, Amelia. 2018. "Why Rank-And-File Evangelicals Aren’t Likely To Turn On Trump Over Family Separation." FiveThirtyEight. June 21. https://fivethirtyeight.com/features/why-rank-and-file-evangelicals-arent-likely-to-turn-on-trump-over-family-separation/ (October 21, 2018)

Wong, Janelle. 2018. "This is Why White Evangelicals Still Support Donald Trump. (It’s not economic anxiety.)" The Washington Post. June 19. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/monkey-cage/wp/2018/06/19/white-evangelicals-still-support-donald-trump-because-theyre-more-conservative-than-other-evangelicals-this-is-why/?utm_term=.6aa6ec7efe64 (October 21, 2018)

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

V for Victory composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Level Plane composed by Riot

Stalling composed by Silent Partner

Sweet and Low composed by Silent Partner

38 - Voting Still Matters...For Now Oct 07, 2018

Episode 38 - Voting Still Matters...For Now

With the voter registration deadline upon us in many states, Jaye discusses the long-term impact of the vote, and why getting registered to vote and exercising the franchise is important in saving our democracy. She explains how voting in conservatives to federal and state offices over time has led to increased money in politics and reduced political impact from individual voters, especially poor Americans and ethnic minorities. Despite this, Jaye argues that voting still makes a difference, and that focusing on non-voters can help bridge the gap caused by voter suppression.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of sexual assault, particularly in the second main segment of the episode. Please be advised.

American Citizens - Register to Vote NOW and Vote November 6!: http://www.vote.org

Citations:

Park, Alex. 2014. "10 Supreme Court Rulings—Before Hobby Lobby—That Turned Corporations Into People." Mother Jones. July 10. https://www.motherjones.com/politics/2014/07/how-supreme-court-turned-corporations-people-200-year-saga/ (October 5, 2018)

"‘Partisan Warfare’: How Republicans Took Control of Congress." 2016. University of Pennsylvania. August 4. http://knowledge.wharton.upenn.edu/article/how-republicans-took-control-of-congress/ (October 5, 2018)

"Voter Turnout." FairVote. https://www.fairvote.org/voter_turnout#voter_turnout_101 (October 5, 2018)

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Beautiful World composed by Drew Banga

1973 composed by Bruno E.

A Stranger Thing composed by Bruno E.

Stalling composed by Silent Partner

37 - She Preached the Word: Interview with Benjamin Knoll and Cammie Jo Bolin Sep 23, 2018

Political science researchers Benjamin Knoll and Cammie Jo Bolin join Jaye in this episode to share with listeners their knowledge and research on women clergy, and talk about their new book, She Preached the Word. The researchers discuss some of the book's themes, including the barriers to ordination of women, the acceptance of women clergy in congregations, and the effects they have on their congregations. They also discuss their research methodology, including the new, original data collected and analyzed to arrive at their findings. How do women clergy affect the self-esteem and outlook of women and girls in their congregations, and how might women in religious leadership affect the prospects of women leadership in other areas of public life?

Order the book She Preached the Word: https://www.amazon.com/She-Preached-Word-Ordination-America/dp/0190882360/

Additional Resources by Knoll and Bolin:

"Ten Things to Know About Women's Ordination in the United States": https://blog.oup.com/2018/06/womens-ordination-united-states/ "Who Supports Women's Ordination in America? It's Not Who You Might Think.": https://religioninpublic.blog/2018/06/11/who-supports-womens-ordination-in-america-its-not-who-you-might-think/ "New Research Shows that Women's Ordination Boosts Trust and Commitment Among Some American Worshippers": https://religionnews.com/2018/06/29/new-research-shows-that-womens-ordination-boosts-trust-and-commitment-among-some-american-worshipers/ "It's Good for Girls to Have Clergywomen, Study Shows" https://religionnews.com/2018/07/17/its-good-for-girls-to-have-clergywomen-study-shows/

Would you like to reach out to our guests?

Benjamin Knoll Twitter: @benjaminknoll28 Website: InformationKnoll.com

Cammie Jo Bolin Twitter: @cjobolin

Contact the Show Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network

Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Redwood composed by Quincas Moreira

36 - Power and Purity Sep 09, 2018

Episode 36 - Power and Purity

Several scandals involving sexual harassment and sexual abuse have been uncovered recently in a number of churches across the Christian landscape. Why is abuse within the church such a huge story, why does it occur, and what can churches do better to reduce abuse occurrences and respond to these incidents? Jaye discusses a few of these recent scandals - delving into authoritarianism, sexual repression, and purity culture, and how these mechanisms can enable perpetrators and silence victims.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of sexual activity, sexual assault and child abuse. Please be advised.

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network

Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Citations:

"As Pope Ignores Claims He Shielded Sex Abuser, Some Catholics Struggle." 2018. CBS News. August 29. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/pope-francis-no-comment-catholic-church-sexual-abuse-cover-up-vigano-letter/ (September 9, 2018)

Burton, Tara Isabella. 2018. "Megachurch Leadership Resigns to Protest Their Church's Handling of Sexual Misconduct Allegations." Vox. August 9. https://www.vox.com/2018/8/7/17657730/bill-hybels-willow-creek-steve-carter-resigned-allegations-sex-harassment (September 9, 2018)

Galli, Mark. 2018. "We Need an Independent Investigation of Sovereign Grace Ministries." Christianity Today. March 22. https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2018/march-web-only/sovereign-grace-need-investigation-sgm-mahaney-denhollander.html (September 9, 2018)

Goodstein, Laurie. 2018. "How the Willow Creek Church Scandal Has Stunned the Evangelical World." The New York Times. August 9. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/09/us/evangelicals-willow-creek-scandal.html (September 9, 2018)

Gryboski, Michael. 2018. "Rachael Denhollander's Former Church Apologizes for Mishandling Ex-Gymnast's Concerns." The Christian Post. June 1. https://www.christianpost.com/news/rachael-denhollanders-former-church-apologizes-mishandling-ex-gymnasts-concerns-sovereign-grace-224568/ (September 9, 2018)

Moon, Sarah, and Jo Reger. 2014. “’You Are Not Your Own:’ Rape, Sexual Assault, and Consent in Evangelical Christian Dating Books.” Journal of Integrated Social Sciences. 4(1): 55-74. http://www.jiss.org/documents/volume_4/issue_1/JISS%202014%204(1)%2055-74%20Christian%20Dating%20Books.pdf (September 9, 2018)

"New York, New Jersey, Launch Investigations Into Catholic Church's Handling of Sex Abuse Allegations." 2018. CBS News. September 6. https://www.cbsnews.com/news/new-york-new-jersey-launch-investigations-into-catholic-churchs-handling-of-sex-abuse-allegations/ (September 9, 2018)

"Part Three: Life in Christ." Catechism of the Catholic Church. S2:C2:A6 http://www.vatican.va/archive/ccc_css/archive/catechism/p3s2c2a6.htm (September 9, 2018)

Showalter, Brandon. 2018. "Bishop Apologizes for Groping Ariana Grande at Aretha Franklin's Funeral." The Christian Post. September 3. https://www.christianpost.com/news/bishop-apologizes-groping-ariana-grande-aretha-franklin-funeral-227155/ (September 9, 2018)

Sheehan, Andy. 2018. "301 ‘Predator Priests’ Named In Pa. Grand Jury Sex Abuse Report: ‘They Were Raping Little Boys & Girls’" KDKA-TV. August 14. https://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/2018/08/14/pennsylvania-diocese-sex-abuse-grand-jury-report-released/ (September 9, 2018)

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Sunflower composed by Topher Mohr and Alex Elena

35 - Escape from Freedom Aug 26, 2018

Many of us think of demagogues as charismatic leaders who hold an extreme degree of power over their supporters. But why do people fall for demagogues? In this episode, Jaye takes a deep dive into the subject of demagoguery - exploring how we understand and debate political and social issues. What does a country run by demagoguery mean for democracy?

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network

Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Citations:

Balmer, Randall. 2014. "The Real Origins of the Religious Right." Politico. May 27. https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2014/05/religious-right-real-origins-107133 (August 26, 2018)

Ladd, Chris. 2017. "Pastors, Not Politicians, Turned Dixie Republican." Forbes. March 27. https://www.forbes.com/sites/chrisladd/2017/03/27/pastors-not-politicians-turned-dixie-republican/#3857ed00695f (August 26, 2018)

Meet the Press. 2018. "Rudy Giuliani: 'Truth Isn't Truth'" NBC News. August 19. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CljsZ7lgbtw (August 26, 2018)

Merritt, Carol Howard. 2017. "Liberty University, Your Roots are Showing." The Christian Century. May 15. https://www.christiancentury.org/blog-post/liberty-university-your-roots-are-showing (August 26, 2018)

Perlstein, Rick. 2012. "Exclusive: Lee Atwater’s Infamous 1981 Interview on the Southern Strategy." The Nation. November 13. https://www.thenation.com/article/exclusive-lee-atwaters-infamous-1981-interview-southern-strategy/ (August 26, 2018)

Roberts-Miller, Patricia. 2017. Demagoguery and Democracy. New York: The Experiment.

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Brittle Rille - Reunited composed by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Source: http://incompetech.com/music/royalty-free/index.html?isrc=USUAN1200047 Artist: http://incompetech.com/

Cryin In My Beer composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Heaven and Hell composed by Jeremy Blake

Training in the Fire composed by Twin Musicom Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://www.twinmusicom.org/

34 - Interview with Allison K. Garcia (Finding Amor) Aug 12, 2018

Highly-rated Latino Christian fiction author Allison K. Garcia is back on Potstirrer Podcast to share with listeners information about her upcoming novel, Finding Amor. Allison chats with Jaye about the inspiration for the new book, writing about characters in a different culture than her own, the family separation crisis on the US/Mexico border, and more! Allison even gives us a sneak peek of what we can expect from Finding Amor!

*Note: Please excuse the sound quality of the episode, as I am testing out new ways of recording interview episodes. - Jaye

Pre-Order Finding Amor on Amazon.com

Allison's Book Recommendations: -Waking Up White (2014) - Debby Irving -Plantation Jesus (2018) - Skot Welch and Rick Wilson -The Distance Between Us (2012) - Reyna Grande

Collaboration Blog: Diversity Between the Pages

Allison's Recommended Action Groups:

American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): https://www.aclu.org/ Virginia Organizing: https://virginia-organizing.org/ Families Belong Together: https://www.familiesbelongtogether.org/ Coming to the Table: https://comingtothetable.org/ Faith in Action: https://www.faithinaction.org/

Reach out to Allison K. Garcia:

Author Facebook page Readers and Dreamers Facebook group Sign Up for Allison's Newsletter

Twitter: @ATheWriter Instagram: @allisonkgarciaauthor

Also, - Check out Falling in Love Montage, another awesome podcast from the Flying Machine Network!

Reach out to Potstirrer Podcast:

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: FlyingMachine.network

Become a Patron

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

33 - Ministry of Truth Jul 29, 2018

With Donald Trump verbally capitulating to Vladimir Putin during the Helsinki summit July 16, the Russia investigation heating up, and Special Counsel Robert Mueller investigating the NRA for potential money laundering for the benefit of Trump's 2016 presidential campaign, Trump is clearly embroiled in a great deal of controversy. But in the face of it, Trump tells the American people to believe him over the facts that are publicly available. Evangelical leaders are also steering their flock toward belief in Trump - elevating their defenses of Trump over the Bible they state is inerrant. Will there come a time where Trump Christians will have a moment of clarity and decide that their deal with the devil is untenable?

Citations:

Blitzer, Ronn. 2018. “Update: White House Fixes Omission in Trump/Putin Transcript.” July 25. https://lawandcrime.com/legal-analysis/white-house-may-have-broken-federal-law-by-doctoring-trump-putin-video/

Ingraham, Christopher. 2018. “Two Charts Demolish the Notion That Immigrants Here Illegally Commit More Crime.” The Washington Post. June 19. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/wonk/wp/2018/06/19/two-charts-demolish-the-notion-that-immigrants-here-illegally-commit-more-crime/?utm_term=.ede8e5f1e92c

“Maria Butina is the ‘Spy’ the Trump Administration Asked For: Talker.” 2018. USA Today. July 19. https://www.usatoday.com/story/opinion/2018/07/19/maria-butina-alleged-spy-trump-administration-asked-talker/800507002/

Martin, Michael. 2018. “Send Your Paycheck or Face the Wrath of God, says Trump Pastor.” Metro. January 9. https://www.metro.us/president-trump/send-paycheck-says-trump-pastor-paula-white

Mazzetti, Mark, and Katie Benner. 2018. “12 Russian Agents Indicted in Mueller Investigation.” The New York Times. July 13. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/13/us/politics/mueller-indictment-russian-intelligence-hacking.html

Naham, Matt. 2018. “Mueller has Likely had ‘Secret’ Access to NRA Docs Revealing Origins or $30 Milion Spent on 2016 Election.” Law & Crime. July 2. https://lawandcrime.com/high-profile/mueller-has-likely-had-secret-access-to-nra-docs-revealing-origins-of-30-million-spent-on-2016-election/?utm_source=engageim

“National Rifle Association.” 2016. Open Secrets. https://www.opensecrets.org/outsidespending/recips.php?cycle=2016&cmte=National%20Rifle%20Assn

Nowrasteh, Alex. 2018. “Criminal Immigrants in Texas: Illegal Immigrant Conviction and Arrest Rates for Homicide, Sexual Assault, Larceny, and Other Crimes.” CATO Institute. February 26. https://www.cato.org/publications/immigration-research-policy-brief/criminal-immigrants-texas-illegal-immigrant

Schwartz, Ian. 2018. “Trump: Don’t Believe the Crap You See from These People on Fake News.” Real Clear Politics. July 24. https://www.realclearpolitics.com/video/2018/07/24/trump_dont_believe_the_crap_you_see_from_these_people_on_fake_news.html

Smith, Chris. 2018. “’Coincidence Number 395’: The NRA Spent $30 Million to Elect Trump. Was it Russian Money?” Vanity Fair. June 21. https://www.vanityfair.com/news/2018/06/the-nra-spent-dollar30-million-to-elect-trump-was-it-russian-money

Swaine, Jon. 2018. “Maria Butina: Ties Emerge Between NRA, Alleged Spy and Russian Billionaire.” The Guardian. July 26. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2018/jul/26/maria-butina-nra-svetlana-nikolaeva-konstantin-nikolaev

Tharoor, Ishaan. 2018. “Trump’s Helsinki ‘Disgrace’ Caps a Destructive European Trip.” The Washington Post. July 17. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2018/07/17/trumps-helsinki-disgrace-caps-a-destructive-european-trip/?noredirect=on&utm_term=.03ef347bbd70

“'These Children Are Being Trafficked, We Must Have Stricter Border Laws': Pastor Paula White Tours Migrant Detention Facility.” CBN News. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gSSBPrtAAqI

Van Dyk, Ted. 2018. “To Beat Trump, Get a Grip.” The Wall Street Journal. July 23. https://www.wsj.com/articles/to-beat-trump-get-a-grip-1532386992

“What Lies Ahead for Donald Trump and the Church.” 2016. Center for Moral Clarity. November 17. http://cmc.rodparsley.com/News.aspx?nid=4982

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network

Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Amazing Grace composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

Autumn Sunset composed by by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/)

Cockpit composed by Silent Partner

Night Walker composed by Mitch Music http://youtu.be/WkOLiZ1pLSU

32 - If Roe Goes... Jul 15, 2018

With the nomination of Brett Kavanaugh to the US Supreme Court by Donald Trump, many pro-life Americans are rejoicing at the pick. Their hope is that Kavanaugh's elevation to the Court will signal the end of Roe v. Wade, the US Supreme Court decision that legalized abortion nationwide. Jaye explores the question - what will happen if Roe is set aside by the US Supreme Court? Will this achieve the goal of ending abortion, or is that truly the goal? And - to Americans who are staunchly pro-life regarding abortion, is symbolism more important than the outcome of protecting life?

Also - Jaye shares her experiences attending the Families Belong Together Rally in Cincinnati, Ohio. This was one of many around the country protesting the Trump Administration's immigration policies June 30, including the policy of family separation at the US-Mexico Border.

Citations:

“CFPB Sues Nation's Largest Student Loan Company Navient for Failing Borrowers at Every Stage of Repayment.” 2017. Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. January 18. https://www.consumerfinance.gov/about-us/newsroom/cfpb-sues-nations-largest-student-loan-company-navient-failing-borrowers-every-stage-repayment/ (July 15, 2018)

Gantz, Sarah. 2018. “Ever Been Depressed? Had Cancer? Pre-Existing Conditions Can Define Your Future.” Chicago Tribune. July 3. http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/health/ct-depressed-cancer-preexisting-conditions-20180703-story.html (July 15, 2018)

Leasca, Stacey. 2018. “These States Will Likely Ban Abortion if the Supreme Court Overturns Roe v. Wade.” Glamour. July 10. https://www.glamour.com/story/trigger-law-states-will-ban-abortion-roe-v-wade-reversed (July 15, 2018)

Moreau, Julie. 2018. “House Republicans Advance Adoption Amendment Critics Say is ‘Anti-LGBTQ.’” NBC News. July 12. https://www.nbcnews.com/feature/nbc-out/house-republicans-advance-adoption-amendment-critics-say-anti-lgbtq-n891041 (July 15, 2018)

Mulhere, Kaitlyn. 2018. “Betsy DeVos is Telling States to Stop Cracking Down on Student Loan Companies.” Time. March 9. http://time.com/money/5193456/devos-student-loan-servicers-state-regulations/ (July 15, 2018)

Stratford, Michael. 2018. “CFPB Says Education is Obstructing Access to Navient Records.” Politico. July 12. https://www.politico.com/newsletters/morning-education/2018/07/12/cfpb-says-education-is-obstructing-access-to-navient-records-277104 (July 15, 2018)

Piepenburg, Claudia. 2018. “Private Prisons Play a Large Role in Current Immigration Policy.” The Coast News. July 11. http://www.thecoastnews.com/private-prisons-play-a-large-role-in-current-immigration-policy/ (July 15, 2018)

“Private Prisons.” American Civil Liberties Union. https://www.aclu.org/issues/smart-justice/mass-incarceration/private-prisons?redirect=issues/mass-incarceration/privatization-criminal-justice/private-prisons (July 15, 2018)

“Private Prisons in the United States.” 2017. The Sentencing Project. August 28. https://www.sentencingproject.org/publications/private-prisons-united-states/ (July 15, 2018)

More on Families Belong Together 2018: https://wordpress.com/post/potstirrerpodcast.com/522

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network

Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Seductress composed by Francis Prev

Wishing Well composed by Heroboard

Black Heat composed by Ross Bugden Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)

31 - The Long Game Jul 01, 2018

Several US Supreme Court rulings in June that have emboldened Donald Trump and the GOP, and have left Democrats reeling. In addition, US Supreme Court justice Anthony Kennedy is retiring, which means the Trump administration has another opening they can fill on the court. Jaye discusses these and related developments, seeks to place them into perspective. In the wake of these events, Jaye aims to provide messages of admonishment, motivation, and hope.

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online:

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Flying Machine Network: http://flyingmachine.network

Network Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/flyingmachine

Citations:

Crisp, Elizabeth. 2018. “Gov. John Bel Edwards Signs Law Restoring Felon Voting Rights After Five Years.” The Advocate. May 31. https://www.theadvocate.com/baton_rouge/news/politics/legislature/article_8f432008-6515-11e8-a42c-4f773f2862c5.html (July 1, 2018)

Gidda, Mirren. 2017. “Most Terrorists in the US are Right Wing, Not Muslim: Report.” Newsweek. June 22. http://www.newsweek.com/right-wing-extremism-islamist-terrorism-donald-trump-steve-bannon-628381 (July 1, 2018)

Kendall, Brent, and Jess Bravin. 2018. “Supreme Court Upholds Travel Ban.” The Wall Street Journal. June 26. https://www.wsj.com/articles/supreme-court-upholds-trump-travel-ban-1530022794 (July 1, 2018)

King, Martin Luther, Jr. 1963. “Letter from a Birmingham Jail.” April 16. https://www.africa.upenn.edu/Articles_Gen/Letter_Birmingham.html (July 1, 2018)

Liptak, Adam. 2018. “Supreme Court Ruling Delivers a Sharp Blow to Labor Unions.” The New York Times. June 27. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/27/us/politics/supreme-court-unions-organized-labor.html (July 1, 2018)

Liptak, Adam. 2018 “Supreme Court Upholds Ohio’s Purge of Voting Rolls.” The New York Times. June 11. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/06/11/us/politics/supreme-court-upholds-ohios-purge-of-voting-rolls.html (July 1, 2018)

Mashable Daily. “All the Times Trump Has Called for Violence at His Rallies.” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WIs2L2nUL-0

More Information:

Trump v. Hawaii: http://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/trump-v-hawaii-3/

Janus v. AFSCME: http://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/janus-v-american-federation-state-county-municipal-employees-council-31/

Husted v. A. Philip Randolph Institute: http://www.scotusblog.com/case-files/cases/husted-v-philip-randolph-institute/

State-by-State Felon Voting Rights: https://felonvoting.procon.org/view.resource.php?resourceID=000286

Music:

Potstirrer Podcast Theme composed by Jon Biegen from Stranger Still http://strangerstillshow.com/

Castello Oak composed by Bird Creek

Ophelia's Blues composed by Audionautix Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution license (https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/) Artist: http://audionautix.com/

30 - Riverside Chats Part 2: Stronger Jun 17, 2018

In our multi-parter second installment of Riverside Chats, Jaye is joined by her husband Chuckles as they share just a little bit of their lively political conversations - as a couple with divergent political views. In Part 2, Jaye and Chuckles discuss poverty, police brutality, and the landscape for 2018 and 2020. Should the Republican Party, who is in control of all branches of federal government, consider courting voters outside of their core base?

PLUS - Potstirrer Podcast has now joined Flying Machine Network! Check out all the awesome podcasts on Flying Machine Network - and so much more - at FlyingMachine.Network!

The Riverside Chats special format is brought to Potstirrer Podcast on occasion to include some diversity of thought to the show and to encourage learning and discussion outside of the "echo chambers" of the right and the left.

*Note: For Riverside Chats, we experimented with a different sound setup. My apologies in advance for the sound issues. -Jaye

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online:

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: PotstirrerPodcast.com

Music:

Cloud Patterns composed by Silent Partner

Ocean composed by THBD https://soundcloud.com/thbdsultan Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0 Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/VAz3HfbdKyQ

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

29 - A Nation of Nice People Jun 03, 2018

In today's episode, Jaye discusses recent news stories related to undocumented immigration and refugees from Latin America. Where are the 1500 missing migrant children that were being tracked by the federal government? How are children in the custody of US Customs being treated? And is there any moral or ethical issue with calling MS-13 gang members "animals?" Jaye delves into past events as she makes the case that when we dehumanize other people, it becomes all too easy to treat them inhumanely - or watch and do nothing.

CONTENT WARNING: This episode includes discussion of physical and sexual violence, and descriptions of oppressive behavior.

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online:

Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/

Citations:

“ACLU Obtains Documents Showing Widespread Abuse of Child Immigrants in US Custody.” 2018. American Civil Liberties Union. May 22. https://www.aclu.org/news/aclu-obtains-documents-showing-widespread-abuse-child-immigrants-us-custody (June 3, 2018)

“Bystanders.” “Documenting Numbers of Victims of the Holocaust and Nazi Persecution.” United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Holocaust Encyclopedia. https://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10008207 (June 3, 2018)

Burke, Garnace. 2018. “Almost 1,500 Migrant Children Placed in Homes by the U.S. Government Went Missing Last Year.” Time. April 26. http://time.com/5256734/government-missing-migrant-children/ (June 3, 2018)

Darby, Luke. 2018. “Trump on Abused Immigrant Children: ‘They’re Not Innocent.’” GQ. May 24. https://www.gq.com/story/trump-on-immigrant-children (June 3, 2018)

Diamant, Jeff and Gregory A. Smith. 2018. “Religiously, Nonwhite Democrats are More Similar to Republicans Than to White Democrats.” Pew Research Center. May 23. http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/05/23/religiously-nonwhite-democrats-are-more-similar-to-republicans-than-to-white-democrats/ (June 3, 2018)

“Documenting Numbers of Victims of the Holocaust and Nazi Persecution.” United States Holocaust Memorial Museum Holocaust Encyclopedia. https://www.ushmm.org/wlc/en/article.php?ModuleId=10008193 (June 3, 2018)

Goebbels, Joseph. 1932. “We Are Voting for Hitler!” Trans. Randall Bytwerk. Calvin College. http://research.calvin.edu/german-propaganda-archive/angrif12.htm (June 3, 2018)

Gonzales, Richard. 2018. “ACLU Report: Detained Immigrant Children Subjected to Widespread Abuse by Officials.” National Public Radio. May 23. https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/05/23/613907893/aclu-report-detained-immigrant-children-subjected-to-widespread-abuse-by-officia (June 3, 2018)

Hartig, Hannah. 2018. “Republicans Turn More Negative Toward Refugees as Number Admitted to US Plummets.” Pew Research Center. May 24. http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2018/05/24/republicans-turn-more-negative-toward-refugees-as-number-admitted-to-u-s-plummets/ (June 3, 2018)

Hitler, Adolf. 1937. “On National Socialism and World Relations.” Trans. Randall Bytwerk. Calvin College. http://research.calvin.edu/german-propaganda-archive/hitler1.htm (June 3, 2018)

Jenkins, Aric. 2018. “Jeff Sessions: Parents and Children Illegally Crossing the Border Will Be Separated.“ Time. May 7. http://time.com/5268572/jeff-sessions-illegal-border-separated/ (June 3, 2018)

Martin, James. 2012. “Civil War Conscription Laws.” Library of Congress. November 15. https://blogs.loc.gov/law/2012/11/civil-war-conscription-laws/ (June 3, 2018)

Montini, EJ. 2018. “The Feds Lost – Yes, Lost – 1,475 Migrant Children.” USA Today. May 22. https://www.azcentral.com/story/opinion/op-ed/ej-montini/2018/05/22/immigration-children-separate-families-lost-kirstjen-nielson/631627002/ (June 3, 2018)

Rizzo, Salvador. 2018. “Fact-Checking Immigration Spin on Separating Families and 1500 ‘Lost’ Children.” Chicago Daily Herald. May 30. http://www.dailyherald.com/news/20180530/fact-checking-immigration-spin-on-separating-families-and-1500-lost-children (June 3, 2018)

Vasquez, Tina. 2018. “By Painting Asylum Seekers as ‘Violent Animals,’ Trump Unlocked a School-to-Deportation Pipeline.” Rewire.News. May 24. https://rewire.news/article/2018/05/24/painting-asylum-seekers-violent-animals-trump-unlocked-school-deportation-pipeline/ (June 3, 2018)

Wagner, Steven. “Statement by Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs United States Senate.” 2018. US Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs. April 26. https://www.hsgac.senate.gov/imo/media/doc/Wagner%20Testimony.pdf (June 3, 2018)

“What You Need to Know About the Violent Animals of MS-13.” Whitehouse.gov. May 21. https://www.whitehouse.gov/articles/need-know-violent-animals-ms-13/ (June 3, 2018)

Williams, Heather Andrea. 2015. “Compartmentalizing Slavery.” Slate. June 17. http://www.slate.com/articles/life/the_history_of_american_slavery/2015/06/how_white_people_justified_and_struggled_with_separating_slave_families.html

Music:

Acoustic Folk Blues composed by Taylor Brook

Castello Oak composed by Bird Creek

Dreams Become Real composed by Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/

Plantation composed by Audionautix

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Soul Blossoms composed by Jonny Easton

28 - Riverside Chats Part 1: Listen to Each Other May 20, 2018

In our multi-parter second installment of Riverside Chats, Jaye is joined by her husband Chuckles as they share just a little bit of their lively political conversations - as a couple with divergent political views. In Part 1, Jaye and Chuckles debate the Stormy Daniels controversy, revisit health care, and begin discussing the 2018 midterm elections. Should the Democratic Party attempt to court Trump voters, and if so, how can they do that without losing their base?

*Note: For Riverside Chats, we experimented with a different sound setup. My apologies in advance for any sound issues. -Jaye

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online:

Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

27 - Pay No Attention to That Man Behind the Curtain May 06, 2018

Do we have a "free press" in the United States? Jaye makes the case that even though the news media are not owned by the government, elite monopolistic ownership of media outlets and lack of federal regulations lead to outcomes not much different than state-run news media. What does the lack of free press mean for our democracy?

Also - we debut a new segment called "Editorial by Jaye." In the first "editorial," Jaye gives her reaction to the Alfie Evans case. While the case is extremely tragic - is it also an example of nationalized health care gone horribly wrong?

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online: Twitter: @potstirrercast IG: @potstirrerpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/ Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Citations:

Aziza, Sarah. 2018. “As Supreme Court Weighs Travel Ban, Trump’s Wider Anti-Muslim Agenda Proceeds Unchallenged.” The Intercept. April 27. https://theintercept.com/2018/04/27/muslim-ban-supreme-court-trump-vetting-muslims/ (May 6, 2018)

Bailey, Isaac J. 2018. “Alfie Evans Shows We Don’t Do Death Well.” The Charlotte Observer. May 4. http://www.charlotteobserver.com/opinion/editorials/article210389519.html (May 6, 2018)

Burke, Timothy. 2018. “How America's Largest Local TV Owner Turned Its News Anchors Into Soldiers In Trump's War On The Media” Deadspin. March 31. https://theconcourse.deadspin.com/how-americas-largest-local-tv-owner-turned-its-news-anc-1824233490 (May 6, 2018)

Chang, Alvin. 2018. “Sinclair’s Takeover of Local News, In One Striking Map.” Vox. April 6. https://www.vox.com/2018/4/6/17202824/sinclair-tribune-map (May 6, 2018)

Colker, David. 2015. “The Rev. Everett Parker, Who Fought a TV Station’s Racism, Dies at 102.” Los Angeles Times. September 23. http://www.latimes.com/local/obituaries/la-me-everett-parker-20150923-story.html (May 6, 2018)

“FCC Suspends Last Elements of Broadcast ‘Fairness’ Rules.” 2000. The New York Times. October 4. https://www.nytimes.com/2000/10/04/politics/fcc-suspends-last-elements-of-broadcast-acutefairnessacute-rules.html (May 6, 2018)

“The FCC & Censorship: Legendary Media Activist Everett Parker on the Revocation of WLBT’s TV License in the 1960s for Shutting Out Voices of the Civil Rights Movement” [Transcript] 2008. Democracy Now. March 6. https://www.democracynow.org/2008/3/6/the_fcc_censorship_legendary_media_activist (May 6, 2018)

“History of WLBT.” WLBT-TV. http://www.msnewsnow.com/story/212466/history-of-wlbt (May 6, 2018)

Kane, Paul. 2018. “Ryan Dismissing House Chaplain, Leaving Lawmakers Demanding Answers.” The Washington Post. April 27. https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/speaker-ryan-forces-out-house-chaplain-n869421 (May 6, 2018)

“Local TV News Fact Sheet." 2017. Pew Research Center Journalism & Media. July 13. http://www.journalism.org/fact-sheet/local-tv-news/ (May 6, 2018)

Martin, Gregory J., and Josh Martin. 2018. “Local News and National Politics.” Working Paper. Emory University. April 4. http://joshuamccrain.com/localnews.pdf (May 6, 2018)

Matthews, Dylan. 2011. “Everything You Need to Know About the Fairness Doctrine in One Post.” The Washington Post. August 23. https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/ezra-klein/post/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-fairness-doctrine-in-one-post/2011/08/23/gIQAN8CXZJ_blog.html?utm_term=.d070a81e7d83 (May 6, 2018)

Mirabella, Lorraine. 2018. “Friendly Buyers Step Up to Help Sinclair Shed Enough TV Stations to Appease Regulators.” Baltimore Sun. March 9. http://www.baltimoresun.com/business/bs-bz-sinclair-tribune-station-sales-20180307-story.html (May 6, 2018)

Pagano, Penny. 1987. “Reagan’s Veto Kills Fairness Doctrine Bill.” Los Angeles Times. June 21. http://articles.latimes.com/1987-06-21/news/mn-8908_1_fairness-doctrine (May 6, 2018)

Stefon, Matt. 2017. “Fairness Doctrine.” Encyclopaedia Britannica. August 16. https://www.britannica.com/topic/Fairness-Doctrine (May 6, 2018) Thierer, Adam. 1993. “Why the Fairness Doctrine is Anything But Fair.” The Heritage Foundation. October 29. https://www.heritage.org/government-regulation/report/why-the-fairness-doctrine-anything-fair (May 6, 2018)

Thomsen, Jacqueline. 2017. “Kushner, Ivanka rub elbows with Dem Billionaire Soros at Hamptons Party: Report.” The Hill. July 3. http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/340495-ivanka-jared-kushner-rub-elbows-with-dem-billionaire-at-hamptons (May 6, 2018)

Tillman, Zoe. 2018. “The Justice Department Deleted Language About Press Freedom And Racial Gerrymandering From Its Internal Manual.” Buzzfeed. April 29. https://www.buzzfeed.com/zoetillman/the-justice-department-deleted-language-about-press-freedom?utm_term=.omRdAev7y#.knzLaerkB (May 6, 2018)

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Ether composed by Silent Partner

26 - Detroit/America Part II: The Fifth Quarter Apr 22, 2018

In the concluding episode of a two-part series, Jaye continues her discussion on the decline of the United States within the framework of her hometown, Detroit, Michigan. She discusses the conditions in Detroit prior to the 1967 Detroit riots that led to the riots and the decline of the city, including workplace discrimination, housing segregation, the destruction of tight-knit black communities by urban renewal, racial strife between white and black Detroiters, and tensions between police and the community. As Detroit is making its comeback, what lessons can Americans learn from Detroit that will help the US survive its "fifth quarter?"

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online:

Twitter: @potstirrercast

IG: @potstirrerpodcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/

Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Citations:

Anderson, Elisha. 2017. "25 Years Ago, Malice Green Became the Face of Police Brutality in Detroit." Detroit Free Press. November 3. https://detroithistorical.org/learn/encyclopedia-of-detroit/eight-mile-road (April 22, 2018)

"Coleman A. Young, 79, Mayor of Detroit and Political Symbol for Blacks, is Dead." 1997. The New York Times. November 30. https://www.nytimes.com/1997/11/30/us/coleman-a-young-79-mayor-of-detroit-and-political-symbol-for-blacks-is-dead.html (April 22, 2018)

"CuriosID: How a 1900s Black Detroit Community was Razed for a Freeway." 2015. WDET. October 19. https://wdet.org/posts/2015/10/19/81771-curiosid-how-a-1900s-black-detroit-community-was-razed-for-a-freeway/ (April 22, 2018)

"Deadly Force." WXYZ-TV Detroit. Aired November 6, 2018. https://youtu.be/7HMYEgrv-ho (April 22, 2018)

Dumke, Mick. 2018."Chicago's Gang Database is Full of Errors - And Records We Have Prove It." ProPublica. April 19. https://www.propublica.org/article/politic-il-insider-chicago-gang-database (April 22, 2018)

Dumke, Mick. 2018. "Chicago's Gang Database Isn't Just About Gangs." ProPublica. April 20. https://www.propublica.org/article/chicago-gang-database-is-not-just-about-gangs (April 22, 2018)

"Encyclopedia of Detroit: Eight Mile Road." Detroit Historical Society. https://detroithistorical.org/learn/encyclopedia-of-detroit/eight-mile-road (April 22, 2018)

"Encyclopedia of Detroit: Paradise Valley." Detroit Historical Society. https://detroithistorical.org/learn/encyclopedia-of-detroit/paradise-valley (April 22, 2018)

Gallagher, John. 2018. "Amazon to Detroit: You Didn't Have Enough Talent to Get HQ2." January 18. https://www.freep.com/story/money/business/john-gallagher/2018/01/18/detroit-amazon-headquarters-finalists/1043624001/ (April 22, 2018)

"History of Housing Discrimination Against African Americans in Detroit." National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP). http://www.naacpldf.org/files/our-work/Detroit%20Housing%20Discrimination.pdf (April 22, 2018)

Konerman, Alyssa. 2017. "25,737 People Lived in Kenyon-Barr When the City Razed it To the Ground." Cincinnati Magazine. February. http://www.cincinnatimagazine.com/citywiseblog/lost-city-kenyon-barr-queensgate/#disqus_thread (April 22, 2018)

Patterson, Kai. 2016. "Remembering Black Bottom and Paradise Valley." The Mirror News (Henry Ford College). February 22. https://mirrornews.hfcc.edu/news/2016/02-22/remembering-black-bottom-and-paradise-valley#12T08 (April 22, 2018)

Swartsell, Nick. 2017. "Echoes of a Lost West End." CityBeat. November 6. https://www.citybeat.com/news/article/20981774/echoes-of-a-lost-west-end (April 22, 2018)

Sugrue, Thomas J. 2005 [1996]. The Origins of the Urban Crisis: Race and Inequality in Postwar Detroit. Princeton, NJ: Princeton University Press.

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Stalling composed by Silent Partner

25 - Detroit/America Part I: Failed State Apr 01, 2018

In the first of a two-part series, Jaye discusses the decline of the United States within the framework of her hometown, Detroit, Michigan. She also outlines the conditions needed for a thriving country. Is "inefficient" government truly the problem? Is America a failed state?

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online:

Twitter: @potstirrercast

IG: @potstirrerpodcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/

Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Citations:

"Covering Watergate: Success and Backlash." 1974. Time. July 8. http://content.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,943934-1,00.html (April 1, 2018)

"G.I. Bill." The History Channel. https://www.history.com/topics/world-war-ii/gi-bill (April 1, 2018)

"L. Brooks Patterson Slams Detroit: 'The Truth Hurts...Tough S***." 2014. WWJ-TV. January 21. http://detroit.cbslocal.com/2014/01/21/l-brooks-patterson-slams-detroit/ (April 1, 2018)

"U.S. Federal Individual Income Tax Rates History, 1862-2013." 2013. Tax Foundation. October 17. https://taxfoundation.org/us-federal-individual-income-tax-rates-history-1913-2013-nominal-and-inflation-adjusted-brackets/ (April 1, 2018)

Weingroff, Richard F. 1996. "Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1956, Creating the Interstate System." Public Roads. Federal Highway Administration. 60(1).

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Stalling composed by Silent Partner

24 - Estrangement from Evangelicalism Mar 18, 2018

In this episode, Jaye contemplates her academic background and personal experiences in American evangelicalism when examining the recent focus by the mainstream media on white evangelicals. Over 80 percent of white evangelical voters supported Donald Trump in 2016, and many American evangelical leaders continue to defend Trump's rhetoric and actions, which sharply run against the very Bible evangelical doctrine states is the inerrant word of God. Are white evangelical believers being persecuted or led astray? And - is American evangelicalism redeemable?

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Check us out online:

Twitter: @potstirrercast

IG: @potstirrerpodcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/

Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Citations:

Johnson, Elizabeth Wynne. 2018. "Kentucky Votes to Ban Child Marriage." National Public Radio. March 16. https://www.npr.org/sections/thetwo-way/2018/03/16/594253182/kentucky-votes-to-ban-child-marriage (March 18, 2018)

Higgins, Michelle, Edmonson, Christina, and Ekemini Uwan. 2017. "Facts About Lecrae." Truth's Table. September 30. https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/truths-table/id1212429230?mt=2 (March 18, 2018)

Robertson, Campbell. 2018. "A Quiet Exodus: Why Black Worshipers are Leaving White Evangelical Churches." The New York Times. March 9. https://www.nytimes.com/2018/03/09/us/blacks-evangelical-churches.html (March 18, 2018)

"United States Global Strategy to Empower Adolescent Girls." United States Department of State. March 2016. https://www.state.gov/documents/organization/254904.pdf (March 18, 2018)

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Midsummer Night's Dream composed by Mendelssohn

23 - Enemies Mar 04, 2018

In this episode, Jaye discusses the recent school shooting in Parkland, Florida. What are the problems contributing to these school shootings, and what can be done to decrease the instances of these tragedies in the future? Jaye takes on the arguments made on both the extreme pro-gun and anti-gun sides - as Americans on all sides of the Second Amendment / gun control debate are needed to cooperatively craft lasting, working solutions that will save the lives of children and preserve our democracy.

Thank you for listening! Subscribe, review, rate 5 stars, and share!

Twitter: @potstirrercast

IG: @potstirrerpodcast

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast/

Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Citations:

Cato, Jason. 2018. "Here's a List of Every School Shooting Over the Past 50 Years." Pittsburgh Tribune-Review. February 16. http://triblive.com/news/education/safety/13313060-74/heres-a-list-of-every-school-shooting-over-the-past-50-years (March 4, 2018)

Fleshler, David, and Yiran Zhu. 2018. "Timeline: How the Stoneman Douglas High School Shooting Unfolded." Sun-Sentinel. February 23. http://www.sun-sentinel.com/local/broward/parkland/florida-school-shooting/sfl-florida-school-shooting-timeline-20180223-htmlstory.html (March 4, 2018) "Mass Shootings." Gun Violence Archive. http://www.gunviolencearchive.org/reports/mass-shooting (March 2, 2018)

McMahon, Paula. 2018. "Nikolas Cruz Left 180 Rounds of Ammunition - With Swastikas - at Parkland School, Sources Say." Sun-Sentinel. March 2. http://www.sun-sentinel.com/local/broward/parkland/florida-school-shooting/fl-florida-school-shooting-nikolas-cruz-left-180-rounds-20180302-story.html (March 4, 2018)

"Past Summary Ledgers." Gun Violence Archive. http://www.gunviolencearchive.org/past-tolls (March 2, 2018)

Trump, Donald. 2018. 'Keynote.' Presented at the 2018 Conservative Political Action Committee Conference (CPAC), National Harbor, MD.

Wellford, Charles F., Pepper, John V., and Carol V. Petrie. 2005. Firearms and Violence: A Critical Review. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press.

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

22 - Moralism Without Sacrifice, Part II Feb 18, 2018

**WARNING: Mature Subject Matter

Jaye concludes her two-part discussion of the abortion issue in Part II. She discusses the origins of the Religious Right after the Roe v. Wade US Supreme Court decision in 1973, and the role abortion as a political issue played in the formation of the Religious Right. Jaye also reacts to the tendency of the pro-life movement to co-opt equality movements for their own purposes. In addition, alternatives and solutions that would lower abortion rates are presented. Does the pro-life movement truly want to save the lives of the unborn?

Thank you for listening! Listen, subscribe, rate us 5 stars, and share!

Reach out to the show on our social media:

Twitter: @potstirrercast

IG: @potstirrerpodcast

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast

Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Citations:

"Adoption Statistics." Adoption Network Law Center. https://adoptionnetwork.com/adoption-statistics (February 18, 2018)

Balmer, Randall. 2014. "The Real Origins of the Religious Right." Politico. May 27. https://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2014/05/religious-right-real-origins-107133?o=0 (February 18, 2018)

Brown, Stacia L. 2013. "The Problem With Saying 'Black Babies Cost Less to Adopt.'" The Atlantic. July 1. https://www.theatlantic.com/sexes/archive/2013/07/the-problem-with-saying-black-babies-cost-less-to-adopt/277452/ (February 18, 2018)

del Guidice, Rachel. 2018. "Martin Luther King Jr.'s Niece: 'My Uncle Would Have Been Very Pro-Life." The Daily Signal. January 12. http://dailysignal.com/2018/01/12/martin-luther-king-jr-s-niece-shares-his-legacy-of-unity-reconciliation-non-violence-and-respect-for-life/ (February 18, 2018)

Finer, Lawrence B., Frohwirth, Lori F., Dauphinee, Lindsay A., Singh, Susheela, and Ann M. Moore. 2005. "Reasons US Women Have Abortions: Quantitative and Qualitative Perspectives." Perspectives on Sexual and Reproductive Health. 37(3): 110-118. https://www.guttmacher.org/journals/psrh/2005/reasons-us-women-have-abortions-quantitative-and-qualitative-perspectives (February 18, 2018)

"Full Text of Eric Rudolph's Confession." National Public Radio. April 14, 2005. https://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=4600480 (February 18, 2018)

King, Martin L. Jr. 1966. "Family Planning - A Special and Urgent Concern." Presented at the Fiftieth Anniversary Banquet of Planned Parenthood-World Population. http://www.thekingcenter.org/archive/document/family-planning-special-and-urgent-concern (February 18, 2018)

Papa, Juliet. 2011. "Controversial Anti-Abortion Billboard Causes Stir in SoHo." WCBS-TV. February 23. http://newyork.cbslocal.com/2011/02/23/controversial-anti-abortion-billboard-goes-up-in-soho/ (February 18, 2018)

Pilgrim, David. 2012 [2002]. "The Jezebel Stereotype." Ferris State University. https://ferris.edu/jimcrow/jezebel/ (February 18, 2018)

Robbins, Liz. 2011. "Billboard Opposing Abortion Stirs Debate." The New York Times. February 23. https://cityroom.blogs.nytimes.com/2011/02/23/billboard-opposing-abortion-stirs-debate/ (February 18, 2018)

"Six Words: Black Babies Cost Less to Adopt." National Public Radio. June 27, 2013. https://www.npr.org/2013/06/27/195967886/six-words-black-babies-cost-less-to-adopt (February 18, 2018)

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Cloud Patterns composed by Silent Partner

21 - Moralism Without Sacrifice, Part I Feb 04, 2018

WARNING: Mature Subject Matter

In Part I of a two-part series, Jaye begins to tackle what has arguably been the most controversial political issue in the United States for the past 50 years - abortion. She discusses her own views on the topic and how she arrived at her stance. Jaye also delves into the history of abortion rights in the United States up until the 1973 Roe v. Wade US Supreme Court decision.

Thank you for listening! Listen, subscribe, rate us 5 stars, and share!

Reach out to the show on our social media:

Twitter: @potstirrercast

IG: @potstirrerpodcast

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/potstirrerpodcast

Website: http://potstirrerpodcast.com

Citations:

"Abortion History in the US." FindLaw. http://family.findlaw.com/reproductive-rights/abortion-and-the-law-background.html (February 4, 2017)

Acevedo, Zoila. 1979. 'Abortion in Early America.' Women & Health 4(2): 159-167. http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1300/J013v04n02_05?journalCode=wwah20 (February 4, 2018)

Earll, Carrie Gordon. "What the Bible Says About the Beginning of Life." Focus on the Family. https://www.focusonthefamily.com/lifechallenges/love-and-sex/abortion/what-the-bible-says-about-the-beginning-of-life (February 4, 2018)

"Fetal Development Timeline." BabyCenter. June 2016. https://www.babycenter.com/0_fetal-development-timeline_10357636.bc (February 4, 2018)

Fox, Pat. 2017. "Abortion in the Ancient and Premodern World." ThoughtCo. March 18. https://www.thoughtco.com/abortion-in-the-premodern-world-3528230 (February 4, 2018)

"History of Abortion." National Abortion Federation. https://prochoice.org/education-and-advocacy/about-abortion/history-of-abortion/ (February 4, 2018)

Pollitt, Katha. 1997. "Abortion in American History." The Atlantic. May. https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/1997/05/abortion-in-american-history/376851/ (February 4, 2018)

Storer, Horatio Robinson. 1866. Why Not? A Book for Every Woman. Boston: Lee and Shepard.

Thomson, Judith Jarvis. 1971. 'A Defense of Abortion.' Philosophy & Public Affairs 1(1): 47-66. http://links.jstor.org/sici?sici=0048-3915%28197123%291%3A1%3C47%3AADOA%3E2.0.CO%3B2-G (February 4, 2018)

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Cloud Patterns composed by Silent Partner

20 - War on Christmas 2017 Dec 24, 2017

This special Christmas/New Years episode takes a look at the “War on Christmas” – the belief that societal forces are attempting to attack or downplay the Christmas holiday. The “War on Christmas” tends to be a common idea in conservative Christian circles, and exploited by conservative politicians and media. Is there a “War on Christmas,” and what it the concern about Christmas truly about? Jaye also gives a year in review and gives her predictions regarding what we will see in US national politics in 2018 and beyond. One of these predictions is a bit shocking – don’t miss it!

Admin Note: The next episode of Potstirrer Podcast will be released February 4, 2017. During this break, please be sure to catch up on older episodes, check out the PotstirrerPodcast.com website, and join the conversation on social media. We’re not going anywhere! Thank you for listening.

Citations:

Carbone, Christopher. 2017. “Which Confederate Statues Were Removed? A Running List.” Fox News. September 22. http://www.foxnews.com/us/2017/12/21/which-confederate-statues-were-removed-running-list.html (December 23. 2017)

Diamond, Dan. 2013. “Just 8% of People Achieve Their New Year’s Resolutions. Here’s How They Do It.” Forbes. January 1. https://www.forbes.com/sites/dandiamond/2013/01/01/just-8-of-people-achieve-their-new-years-resolutions-heres-how-they-did-it/#6ae30191596b (December 23, 2017)

Karenga, Maulana. 2017. “Kwanzaa: A Celebration of Family, Community and Culture.” The Official Kwanzaa Website. http://www.officialkwanzaawebsite.org/index.shtml (December 23, 2017)

Mindel, Nissan. 1965. Complete Story of Chanukah. Kehot Publication Society.

Noble, Greg, and Lucy May. 2013. “Cincinnati’s Rise and Fall as a Brewery Town Part 1: From Porkopolis to Beeropolis, How it All Began.” WCPO Cincinnati. September 3. https://www.wcpo.com/entertainment/local-a-e/cincinnatis-rise-and-fall-as-a-brewery-town-part-1-from-porkopolis-to-beeropolis-how-it-all-began?page=2 (December 23, 2017)

Nyang, Sulayman. “Mawlid an-Nabi: Celebrating Prophet Muhammad’s (s) Birthday.” The Islamic Supreme Council of America. http://www.islamicsupremecouncil.org/understanding-islam/spirituality/1--mawlid-an-nabi-celebration-of-prophet-muhammads-s-birthday.html (December 23, 2017)

Music:

Stalling composed by Silent Partner

19 - Truth for a Lie Dec 10, 2017

Today’s episode is a reminder that truth still matters, even in a “post-truth” era. Jaye discusses the abandonment of truth among many conservative evangelicals in the United States in pursuit of political power. What does the Bible say about truth, and what does it mean for those in American society who claim to hold the Bible as the inspired or literal word of God, yet also profess allegiance to Trump, nationalism, and the Republican Party?

*Apologies in advance for unforeseen technical difficulties in post-production (i.e. a running train has been stuck behind my house for the past couple of days! - Jaye).

Citations:

Fisher, Max. 2017. The Jerusalem Issue, Explained.” The New York Times. December 9. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/12/09/world/middleeast/jerusalem-trump-capital.html (December 9, 2017)

Haltiwanger, John. 2017. “Roy Moore: Last Time America was ‘Great’ was During ‘Slavery.’” Newsweek. December 7. http://www.newsweek.com/roy-moore-last-time-america-great-during-slavery-741845 (December 9, 2017)

Johnson Pool, Jessica. 2012. "Cultural Worldview, Religious Influence and Interpretation, and American Political Behavior." Department of Political Science. University of Cincinnati. http://rave.ohiolink.edu/etdc/view?acc_num=ucin1337716583 (December 9, 2017)

Smith, Laura, and Derek Kravitz. 2017. “Governors and Federal Agencies are Blocking Nearly 1,300 Accounts on Facebook and Twitter.” ProPublica. December 8. https://www.propublica.org/article/governors-and-federal-agencies-are-blocking-accounts-on-facebook-and-twitter (December 9, 2017)

Sullivan, Sean, Scherer, Michael, and David Weigel. 2017. “RNC to Support Roy Moore in Senate Race in Alabama, Weeks After Cutting Ties with His Campaign.” The Washington Post. December 4. https://www.washingtonpost.com/powerpost/with-trumps-support-moore-could-gain-influence-in-washington/2017/12/04/02da209c-d917-11e7-b1a8-62589434a581_story.html?utm_term=.6368144b680d (December 9, 2017)

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

18 - Lock the Danger In Nov 26, 2017

Today’s episode explores the Second Amendment to the US Constitution in light of the recent mass shootings and rhetoric from American politicians surrounding crime, terrorism, gun control and mental illness. Jaye presents what some listeners may consider a surprising take on the issue of gun control and the Second Amendment. Also, Jaye makes the argument that how politicians, interest groups and the media discuss these issues does the American people a disservice. Does the way we understand and respond to crime and terrorism truly make us safe? Citations: Alexander, Harriet. 2015. “Republican Candidates Accepted Donations from Man Whose Organisation Inspired Dylann Roof.” The Telegraph. June 22. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/worldnews/republicans/11690736/Republican-presidential-candidates-received-donations-from-man-who-inspired-Charleston-shooter.html (November 19, 2017) Mental Health by the Numbers.” National Alliance on Mental Illness. https://www.nami.org/Learn-More/Mental-Health-By-the-Numbers (November 19, 2017) Rosenberg, Eli, Berman, Mark, and Wesley Lowery. 2017. “Texas Church Gunman Escaped Mental Health Facility in 2017 After Threatening Military Superiors.” The Washington Post. November 7. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/post-nation/wp/2017/11/07/as-texas-town-mourns-details-emerge-on-gunmans-methodical-tactics-in-church-massacre/?utm_term=.6f8e62a5d6da (November 19, 2017) Sanger-Katz, Margot. 2015. “Gun Deaths are Mostly Suicides.” The New York Times. October 8. https://www.nytimes.com/2015/10/09/upshot/gun-deaths-are-mostly-suicides.html (November 19, 2017) Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

17 - Winning Über Alles Nov 12, 2017

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised. Today’s episode continues with the subject matter of alleged sexual misconduct on the part of famous and powerful figures, and how we react to these accounts. This time, Jaye focuses on the case of Roy Moore, the former state court judge running for the US Senate seat vacated by Jeff Sessions in the state of Alabama. Moore, a controversial politician strongly aligned with the Religious Right, has been accused of making sexual advances towards teenagers, including a 14 year old girl, in the late 1970s. Why are many of us inclined to take the word of the accused if we can relate to them, or if they are powerful figures we like? Is “winning” more important than standing by our word? Citations: Dale, Daniel. 2017. “It was 40 years ago” Twitter. November 9 [4:07 PM – 7:05 PM]. https://twitter.com/ddale8 (November 12, 2017) Hannity, Sean. 2017. “Interview with Roy Moore.” Hannity [Radio]. November 10. (November 12, 2017) Huseman, Jessica. 2017. "Trump Voter Fraud Commission Is Sued — By One of Its Own Commissioners." ProPublica. November 9. https://www.propublica.org/article/trump-voter-fraud-commission-dunlap-lawsuit (November 12, 2017) Jenkins, Nash. 2017. “Senate Candidate Roy Moore Says NFL Protesters are Breaking the Law.” Time. October 18. http://time.com/4987441/roy-moore-nfl-protests-law/ (November 12, 2017) Keneally, Meghan, Verhovek, John, and Kevin Pliszak. 2017. “Alabama Republican Candidate Roy Moore’s History of Controversial Statements.” ABC News. November 10. http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/alabama-republican-candidate-roy-moores-history-controversial-statements/story?id=51061832 (November 12, 2017) Manchester, Julia. 2017. “Falwell Jr. Stands by Moore: ‘I Believe the Judge is Telling the Truth.’” The Hill. November 10. http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/359779-falwell-jr-stands-by-moore-i-believe-the-judge-is-telling-the (November 12, 2017) McCrummen, Stephanie, Reinhard, Beth, and Alice Crites. 2017. “Woman Says Roy Moore Initiated Sexual Encounter When She Was 14, He Was 32.” The Washington Post. November 9. https://www.washingtonpost.com/investigations/woman-says-roy-moore-initiated-sexual-encounter-when-she-was-14-he-was-32/2017/11/09/1f495878-c293-11e7-afe9-4f60b5a6c4a0_story.html?utm_term=.a3e781f7c5d7 (November 12, 2017) Stetzer, Ed. 2017. “No, Christians Don’t Use Joseph and Mary to Explain Child Molesting Accusations.” Christianity Today. November 9. https://www.christianitytoday.com/edstetzer/2017/november/roy-moore.html (November 12, 2017) Terkel, Amanda. 2017. “Mitt Romney Tells Roy Moore to Step Aside: I Believe Leigh Corfman.” Huffington Post. November 10. https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/mitt-romney-roy-moore_us_5a05be95e4b0e37d2f371e99 (November 12, 2017) Wegmann, Philip. 2017. “Alabama State Auditor Defends Roy Moore Against Sexual Allegations, Invokes Mary and Joseph.” Washington Examiner. November 9. http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/alabama-state-auditor-defends-roy-moore-against-sexual-allegations-invokes-mary-and-joseph/article/2640217 (November 12, 2017) Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

16 - Believe Them Oct 29, 2017

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes discussion of sexual violence. Listener discretion is advised. In today's episode, Jaye frames the Harvey Weinstein sexual assault scandal and other sexual misconduct incidents currently in the news as part of a larger discussion on how we respond to oppression and violence. Why are many of us inclined to take the word of the accused if we can relate to them, or if they are powerful figures we like? At the same time, why do we hide behind “they weren’t convicted” or “I wasn’t there” to justify not believing the survivors? Jaye discusses the dynamic of privilege from a place of self-awareness and gives her thoughts on how we can better respond to people who share their experiences. Citations: Farrow, Ronan. 2017. “From Aggressive Overtures to Sexual Assault: Harvey Weinstein’s Accusers Tell Their Stories.” The New Yorker. October 23. https://www.newyorker.com/news/news-desk/from-aggressive-overtures-to-sexual-assault-harvey-weinsteins-accusers-tell-their-stories (October 29, 2017) Feldblum, Chai R. and Victoria A. Lipnic. 2016. “Select Task Force on the Study of Harassment in the Workplace.” US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission. June. https://www.eeoc.gov/eeoc/task_force/harassment/upload/report.pdf (October 29, 2017) Graves, Lucia. 2017. “Donald Trump’s Sexual Harassment Accusers Hope President Goes Way of Weinstein.” The Guardian. October 23. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/oct/23/donald-trump-sexual-harassment-accusers-harvey-weinstein (October 29, 2017) Kantor, Jodi, and Megan Twohey. 2017. “Harvey Weinstein Paid Off Sexual Harassment Accusers for Decades.” The New York Times. October 5. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/10/05/us/harvey-weinstein-harassment-allegations.html (October 29, 2017) Levin, Sam. 2017. “Women Accusing Trump of Sexual Harassment are Lying, Says White House.” The Guardian. October 28. https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2017/oct/27/donald-trump-sexual-harassment-claims-women-lying-white-house (October 29, 2017) Manchester, Julia. 2017. “Former GOP State Senate Candidate Accuses George H.W. Bush of Groping Her.” The Hill. October 28. http://thehill.com/blogs/blog-briefing-room/news/357618-former-gop-state-senate-candidate-accuses-george-hw-bush-of (October 29, 2017) Moniuszko, Sara M. 2017. “Harvey Weinstein Scandal: A Complete List of the 60 Accusers.” USA Today. October 27. https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/people/2017/10/27/weinstein-scandal-complete-list-accusers/804663001/ (October 29, 2017) Pierson, David, and Tracy Lien. 2017. “She’s Harassed at Work, She Tells Human Resources, and They Do Nothing. Here’s How to Fix That.” Los Angeles Times. October 28. http://www.latimes.com/business/technology/la-fi-tn-hr-sexual-harassment-20171028-story.html (October 29, 2017) Rosenberg, Eli. 2017. “Mark Halperin Apologizes for ‘Crude and Aggressive’ Behavior as Harassment Accusations Mount.” The Washington Post. October 27. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/arts-and-entertainment/wp/2017/10/27/mark-halperin-apologizes-for-crude-and-aggressive-behavior-as-harassment-accusations-mount/?utm_term=.a63dd291353b (October 29, 2017) Zimmerman, Amy. 2017. “Why Didn’t Anyone Listen to Corey Feldman’s Warnings About Pedophilia in Hollywood?” The Daily Beast. October 26. https://www.thedailybeast.com/why-didnt-anyone-listen-to-corey-feldmans-warnings-about-pedophilia-in-hollywood (October 29, 2017) Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

15 - Lügenpresse Oct 15, 2017

In today's episode, Jaye discusses the changes Donald Trump is making to health care, and the humanitarian crisis in Puerto Rico. How has Trump reacted to the natural disaster and loss of life in Puerto Rico, and what does his reaction say about what the president values? In addition, Jaye delves into the role of a free press, and brings historical context to why Trump's constant attacks on the news media are dangerous for democracy. Citations: Barclay, Eliza, and Alexia Fernández Campbell. 2017. "Everything That's Been Reported About Deaths in Puerto Rico is At Odds With the Official Count." Vox. Ocboter 11. https://www.vox.com/science-and-health/2017/10/11/16424356/puerto-rico-official-hurricane-maria-death-toll (October 15, 2017) Beauchamp, Zack. 2017. "Trump Congratulates Mostly Non-American NHL Team on Being 'Incredible Patriots.'" Vox. October 10. https://www.vox.com/world/2017/10/10/16455140/trump-pittsburgh-penguins-2017 (October 15, 2017) Bryan, Bob. 2017. "Trump Just Took a Big Step to Unravel Obamacare." Business Insider. October 12. http://www.businessinsider.com/trump-ahp-healthcare-insurance-obamacare-executive-action-2017-10 (October 15, 2017) "Donald Trump: It's Time to Start Saying Merry Christmas Again." 2017. The Telegraph. October 14. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/10/14/donald-trump-time-start-saying-merry-christmas/ (October 15, 2017) "Hand Fake." 2017. Snopes.com. January 6. http://www.snopes.com/jesse-owens-and-hitler-handshake/ (October 15, 2017) Noack, Rick. 2016. "The ugly History of ‘Lügenpresse,’ a Nazi Slur Shouted at a Trump Rally." The Washington Post. October 24.https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/worldviews/wp/2016/10/24/the-ugly-history-of-luegenpresse-a-nazi-slur-shouted-at-a-trump-rally/?utm_term=.b15f64122620 (October 15, 2017) Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

14 - Interview: Allison K. Garcia, Author, Vivir el Dream Oct 01, 2017

In today's episode, Jaye interviews Allison K. Garcia, author of the highly rated novel Vivir el Dream. Allison shares her perspective as a writer, counselor, and Christian active in her church and the local Latino community. The stories of those she has known and lived life with serve as inspiration for her novel about the undocumented immigrant experience. Vivir el Dream is an evocative book with many themes woven throughout, such as Christian faith, desperation, empathy, and hope. Jaye’s conversation with Allison also touches on the hostile environment the rise of Trump has cultivated for people of color, including Latinos, and other vulnerable people. What can the Church do to support undocumented as well as documented immigrants? Check out the episode to learn more!

Buy Vivir el Dream on Amazon: http://a.co/9n2J4cW

Connect with Allison K. Garcia on social media:

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/allisonkgarciaauthor Instagram: http: //www.instagram.com/allisonkgarciaauthor

Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/athewriter

Website: http://allisonkgarcia.wordpress.com

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

13 - Jemele Told the Truth Sep 17, 2017

Episode 13 - Jemele Told the Truth In today's episode, Jaye discusses the controversial tweets by ESPN personality Jemele Hill regarding Donald Trump. What about the substance of her tweets? And why is the White House reaction to these tweets problematic for democracy? Jaye also talks authoritarianism, and speaks directly to people who supported Trump in November 2016. Citations: Gaines, Cork. 2017. "The Simple Explanation for Why ESPN Did Not Fire Jemele Hill but Did Fire Curt Schilling." Business Insider. September 13. http://www.businessinsider.com/espn-jemele-hill-curt-schilling-perceived-liberal-bias-2017-9 (September 17, 2017) Linz, Juan Jose. 1964. "An Authoritarian Regime: The Case of Spain." In Cleavages, Ideologies and Party Systems: Contributions to Comparative Political Sociology. ed. Eric Allard and Yrjo Littunen. Helsinki: Academic Bookstore. Landler, Mark. 2017. "Trump Resurrects His Claim That Both Sides Share Blame in Charlottesville Violence" The New York Times. September 14. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/09/14/us/politics/trump-charlottesville-tim-scott.html?mcubz=0 (September 17, 2017) Stephan, Maria J., and Timoth Snyder. 2017. "Authoritarianism is Naking a Comeback. Here's the Time-Tested Way to Defeat it." The Guardian. June 20. https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2017/jun/20/authoritarianism-trump-resistance-defeat (September 17, 2017) Wemple, Erik. 2017. "ESPN's Jemele Hill Stands by Her Statement that Trump is a White Supremacist." The Washington Post. September 15. https://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/erik-wemple/wp/2017/09/15/espns-jemele-hill-stands-by-her-statement-that-trump-is-a-white-supremacist/?utm_term=.39c055dd1908 (September 17, 2017) Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

12 - Crisis of Authority Sep 03, 2017

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes sensitive subjects, such as sexual assault, rape, and child abuse, which may be triggering to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised. In today's episode, Jaye talks religious "insider baseball" regarding the Nashville Statement and American evangelicalism. After a turbulent August in the United States with Charlottesville and Hurricane Harvey, and Trump's words and actions regarding domestic terrorism, transgender people in the military, the pardoning of Joe Arpaio, and his desire to roll back DACA, prominent evangelical leaders have failed to address the issues of the current age. The Nashville Statement demonstrates a missed opportunity for American evangelical leadership to show true Christian love towards LGBT Americans. Furthermore, Jaye discusses why their actions in a Trumpian America have constituted an abdication of their spiritual authority. Citations: Billeaud, Jacques. 2011. "Critics: 'Tough' Sheriff Botched Sex-Crime Cases." Associated Press. December 4. http://archive.boston.com/news/nation/articles/2011/12/04/critics_tough_sheriff_botched_sex_crime_cases/ (September 3, 2017) Branson-Potts, Hailey. 2017. "After Harvey, Texas Rallies to Rescue Cats and Dogs, with Lessons Learned from Hurricane Katrina." Los Angeles Times. September 2.http://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-na-houston-harvey-cats-20170902-story.html (September 3, 2017) Dickerson, John. 2008. "A Phony Murder Plot Against Joe Arpaio Winds Up Costing Taxpayers $1.1 Million." Phoenix New Times. October 28. http://www.phoenixnewtimes.com/news/a-phony-murder-plot-against-joe-arpaio-winds-up-costing-taxpayers-11-million-6629798 (September 3, 2017) "Nashville Statement." 2017. Council on Biblical Manhood and Womanhood. August 29. https://cbmw.org/nashville-statement (September 3, 2017) Shapira, Ian. 2017. "Finding the White Supremacists who Beat a Black Man in Charlottesville." The Washington Post. August 31. https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/finding-the-white-supremacists-who-beat-a-black-man-in-charlottesville/2017/08/31/9f36e762-8cfb-11e7-84c0-02cc069f2c37_story.html?utm_term=.d7e3e2490783 (September 3, 2017) Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

11 - Charlottesville: Darkest Before Dawn Aug 20, 2017

In today's episode, host Jaye Pool reacts to the Charlottesville domestic terror attack, and the failure of presidential leadership in response. Jaye also seeks to encourage listeners that among the negativity, there are signs of light and hope for America's future.

Citations:

Angwin, Julia, Larson, Jeff, Mattu, Surya, and Lauren Kirchner. 2017. “Machine Bias.” Propublica. May 23. https://www.propublica.org/article/machine-bias-risk-assessments-in-criminal-sentencing (August 20, 2017)

Barry-Jester, Anna Maria, Casselman, Ben, and Dana Goldstein. 2015. “The New Science of Sentencing.” The Marshall Project. August 4. https://www.themarshallproject.org/2015/08/04/the-new-science-of-sentencing#.FOYRaElsl (August 20, 2017)

Jenkins, Jack. 2017. “Meet the Clergy Who Stared Down White Supremacists in Charlottesville.” ThinkProgress. August 16. https://thinkprogress.org/clergy-in-charlottesville-e95752415c3e/ (August 20, 2017)

Mahler, Jonathan, and Steve Eder. 2016. “‘No Vacancies’ for Blacks: How Donald Trump Got His Start, and Was First Accused of Bias." The New York Times. August 27. https://www.nytimes.com/2016/08/28/us/politics/donald-trump-housing-race.html?mcubz=0 (August 20, 2017)

Thompson, Chrissie. 2016. “The Lawsuit Over Donald Trump’s Cincy Apartments You May Hear More About.” Cincinnati.com. August 25. http://www.cincinnati.com/story/news/politics/elections/2016/08/25/discrimination-lawsuit-over-donald-trump-cincinnati-apartments/89269132/ (August 20, 2017)

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

10 - Mueller Time Aug 06, 2017

In today's episode, host Jaye Pool discusses the Russia investigation updates and the new grand jury impaneled by Special Counsel Robert Mueller. Jaye also talks about why echo chambers, byproducts of the Internet age and democratization of information, are bad for America. Citations: LaFraniere, Sharon, and Adam Goldman. 2017. "Guest List at Donald Trump Jr.'s Meeting with Russia Expands Again." The New York Times. July 18. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/18/us/politics/trump-meeting-russia.html (August 6, 2017) Lai, K.K. Rebecca, and Alicia Parlapiano. 2017. "What We Know About Donald Trump Jr.'s Russia Meeting." The New York Times. July 18. https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/07/18/us/politics/donald-trump-jr-russia-meeting.html (August 6, 2017) Rogin, Josh. 2017. "State Department Considers Scrubbing Democracy Promotion from its Mission." The Washington Post. August 1. https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/josh-rogin/wp/2017/08/01/state-department-considers-scrubbing-democracy-promotion-from-its-mission/?utm_term=.842641758887 (August 6, 2017) Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

09 - More Rand than Jesus Jul 23, 2017

In today's episode, host Jaye Pool updates listeners on the status of Affordable Care Act (ACA) repeal / Trumpcare efforts in the United States Senate. Will the Senate vote on Obamacare repeal and replacement, or repeal only? Why, in the words of Donald Trump, is health care reform "so complicated?" Thank you for listening! Citations: Caldwell, Leigh Ann. 2017. "Confusion Grips Senate GOP Ahead of Expected Health Care Vote." NBC News. July 21. http://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/confusion-grips-senate-gop-ahead-expected-health-care-vote-n785066 (July 23, 2017). Clarke, Toni. 2017. "Senate Rule Deals Setback to Republican Healthcare Bill." Reuters. July 21. http://www.reuters.com/article/us-usa-healthcare-rule-idUSKBN1A701Dz`(July 23, 2017). Mercado, Darla. 2017. "GOP's Proposed Medicaid Cuts Would Slash Aid for Special Needs Kids." CNBC. June 30. http://www.cnbc.com/2017/06/27/senates-proposed-medicaid-cuts-may-imperil-plans-for-special-needs-kids.html (July 23, 2017). Ramsey, Lydia. 2017. "CBO: Under the Latest Senate Healthcare Bill, Deductibles Could be More Than Some People Earn." Business Insider. July 21. http://www.businessinsider.com/cbo-deductibles-under-new-senate-health-care-bill-to-rise-sharply-2017-7 (July 23, 2017). Stockman, Farah. 2016. "Recalling the Nixon-Kennedy Health Plan." The Boston Globe. June 22. https://www.bostonglobe.com/opinion/2012/06/22/stockman/bvg57mguQxOVpZMmB1Mg2N/story.html (July 23, 2017). Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

08 - Compromise Jul 09, 2017

In today's episode, host Jaye Pool analyzes how the Third Way of the Democratic Party and the Religious Right, aligned with the Republican party, have led to a fractured, broken political system and democracy in peril. Delving into the histories of both movements that span several decades, Jaye argues that while these movements are different ideologically, both are rooted in a common choice to compromise on core values. Have these choices Democrats and white evangelical Christians made to compromise generations ago led to their logical conclusion in 2017?

Citations:

Balmer, Randall. 2014. "The Real Origins of the Religious Right." Politico. May 27. http://www.politico.com/magazine/story/2014/05/religious-right-real-origins-107133 (July 9, 2017)

Marcotte, Amanda. 2014. "It Wasn't Abortion That Formed the Religious Right. It Was Support for Segregation." Slate. May 29. http://www.slate.com/blogs/xx_factor/2014/05/29/the_religious_right_formed_around_support_for_segregation_not_against_abortion.html (July 9, 2017)

Penn, Mark, and Andrew Stein. 2017. "Back to the Center, Democrats." The New York Times. July 6. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/07/06/opinion/center-democrats-identity-politics.html (July 9, 2017)

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

07 - Riverside Chats Part 2: Big Grain of Salt Jun 25, 2017

In Part 2 of our two-parter first installment of Riverside Chats, host Jaye Pool is joined by her husband Chuckles as they share with listeners just a little bit of their lively political conversations - as a couple with differing political views. Today's episode includes a conversation about the usefulness of historical parallels to describe current political conditions. Jaye and Chuckles discuss the politics of fear and the framing of today's leadership in reference to past events. Do even hyperbolic comparisons have value in political discourse?

The Senate has just released a draft of their version of Trumpcare - and it is no better than the House version. This is an $800 billion cash grab and will leave more people uninsured than BEFORE the ACA (Obamacare). In other words - this is worse than health care was before the ACA was even enacted. Call your senators NOW and tell them to vote NO on the BCRA/AHCA (Trumpcare).

Listeners - we encourage you to share your reactions and thoughts about the topics we present on the show on our social media and to share your ideas of topics for future episodes. We love hearing from you - thank you for your support!

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

06 - Riverside Chats Part 1: Shots Fired! Jun 11, 2017

In Part 1 of our two-parter first installment of Riverside Chats, host Jaye Pool is joined by her husband Chuckles as they share with listeners just a little bit of their lively political conversations - as a couple with differing political views. Today's episode includes debates regarding illegal immigration, the future of health care, the economy and jobs, student loans, Hillary Clinton, and Democratic Party strategy for 2018 and 2020. The Riverside Chats special format is brought to Potstirrer Podcast on occasion to include some diversity of thought to the show and to encourage learning and discussion outside of the "echo chambers" of the right and the left.

Listeners - we encourage you to share your reactions and thoughts about the topics we present on the show on our social media and to share your ideas of topics for future Riverside Chats shows. We love hearing from you - thank you for listening!

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

05 - Two Masters May 28, 2017

In today's episode, host Jaye Pool discusses the Trump-Russia scandal and President Donald Trump's well-publicized international trip, as well as the CBO score on the revised Trumpcare bill and the Democratic Party's infighting over the abortion issue. In addition, Jaye reacts to the statement made by evangelical leader Jerry Falwell Jr. that Trump is evangelicals' "dream president."

Citations:

Liptak, Adam. 2017. "Justices Reject 2 Gerrymandered North Carolina Districts, Citing Racial Bias." The New York Times. May 22. https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/22/us/politics/supreme-court-north-carolina-congressional-districts.html (May 28, 2017)

Smith, Gregory A. 2017. "Among White Evangelicals, Regular Churchgoers are the Most Supportive of Trump" Pew Research Center. April 26. http://www.pewresearch.org/fact-tank/2017/04/26/among-white-evangelicals-regular-churchgoers-are-the-most-supportive-of-trump/ (May 28, 2017).

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

04 - Men Without Chests May 14, 2017

In today's episode, host Jaye Pool discusses the passage of the American Health Care Act (AHCA), also known as Trumpcare, in the House of Representatives. Jaye discusses health care as a moral and life issue, and calls for the 217 representatives voting for the Trumpcare bill to be accountable to the constituents in the districts they serve. In addition, Jaye discusses why many of the 217 refuse to answer for their health care vote, and shares grassroots tips for progressives to begin tearing down the Republican wall of electoral safety from the ground up.

TRIGGER WARNING: This episode includes sensitive subjects such as rape, medical issues, and death, and may be triggering to some listeners.

Citations: Martin, Nina, and Renee Montange. 2017. "The Last Person You'd Expect to Die in Childbirth." ProPublica. May 12. https://www.propublica.org/article/die-in-childbirth-maternal-death-rate-health-care-system (May 14, 2017).

Martin, Nina, and Renee Montange. 2017. "U.S. Has The Worst Rate Of Maternal Deaths In The Developed World." National Public Radio. May 12. http://www.npr.org/2017/05/12/528098789/u-s-has-the-worst-rate-of-maternal-deaths-in-the-developed-world (May 14, 2017).

Music:

Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com

Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

03 - Nothing New Under the Sun Apr 30, 2017

In today's episode, host Jaye Pool discusses the importance of truth-telling when working through the divides in American society today. In particular, Jaye focuses on controversies over the the meaning and fate of historical symbols of the Confederacy that came out of the Civil War and Reconstruction, such as Confederate monuments and the Confederate Flag. The Civil War and the mythology that came out of the war's aftermath can serve as warning against embracing the "alternative facts" of the present day. Recommended Reading: Blight, David W. 2001. Race and Reunion: The Civil War in American Memory. Cambridge: Belknap Press. Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

02 - At War with Eastasia Apr 11, 2017

Happy Easter! In today's episode, host Jaye Pool discusses the Trump Russia scandal, as well as the deadly sarin gas attack in Syria and the military response by the Trump administration. Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

01 - Bring Them to Heel Apr 02, 2017

In this first episode, Jaye Pool discusses the "Third Way" movement towards more conservative governance from the Democratic Party beginning in the 1990s, and how that movement led to Donald Trump's win (and Hillary Clinton's loss) in the 2016 US presidential election. Jaye also talks about the way forward so that the Democrats can get back in touch with what made them successful historically - and the American left can regain their voice. Music: Raga Rage composed by Noisy Oyster provided by freesoundtrackmusic.com Opus Number 1 composed by Derrick Deel and Tim Carleton

00 - Minisode Mar 26, 2017

Potstirrer Podcast - Minisode An informational episode outlining what to expect in future episodes of Potstirrer Podcast. Episodes will be released every two weeks.

Our TOPPODCAST Picks

Follow Us

Stay Connected

Related Podcasts

Links

Stay Connected