Month: February 2020

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The Daily Signal - Marvin Olasky on How to Reform Journalism

Marvin Olasky, editor in chief of World Magazine, and author of the new book, “Reforming Journalism” joins The Daily Signal Podcast today to discuss journalistic independence, what Christian journalism is, and Olasky’s journey out of communism to Christianity. 


We also cover these stories:

  • President Donald Trump releases his proposed budget for fiscal year 2021 on Monday that cuts spending by $4.4 trillion and balances the budget in 15 years.
  • The United States Justice Department said on Monday that it is filing charges against four members of the Chinese military for breaking into Equifax, a credit reporting company. 
  • Coronavirus continues to ravage China.

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Opening Arguments - OA359: The Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) & Baseball Law!

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Today's EXTRA LONG episode breaks down the recent ratification of the Equal Rights Amendment (ERA) by the State of Virginia. Since that's the 38th state (more than 3/4ths of the states), and the ERA also passed the Senate and the House of Representatives by more than 2/3 margin... does that mean that the ERA is now part of the Constitution? Listen and find out!

We begin by diving right in to the ERA, starting with a lengthy deep dive into the history of the Amendment dating back to the early 1970s... which might make you nostalgic for the Republicans of old.

Then, we talk about the complicated issues underlying the passage of the ERA, including the strange case of the 27th Amendment which lay dormant for two centuries before getting ratified by 3/4ths of the states in 1992. And if the 27th Amendment can lay dormant for more than 200 years, why can't the ERA? Well... we'll tell you some of the reasons why (and why not).

After that, it's time to break down the Houston Astros cheating scandal, where we talk about our listeners' favorite topic: baseball law! Even if you're not a fan of baseball, we think you'll enjoy our breakdown.

And after all that, it's time for the answer to #T3BE 165 involving jury instructions. Can Thomas keep his winning streak going?? There's only one way to find out!

Appearances

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Show Notes & Links

  1. To catch up: We discussed Amendment 27 way back in Episode 11, and the Munsingwear doctrine in Episode 181.
  2. The Supreme Court last weighed in on the Equal Rights Amendment in 1982. The two cases we discuss in context are Dillon v. Gloss, 256 U.S. 368 (1921) and Coleman v. Miller, 307 U.S. 433 (1939).
  3. Baseball law references: Check out the story in the Athletic quoting Mike Fiers that started it all; this CBS article on how Tyler Glasnow "was tipping his pitches"; the results of the MLB investigation; and the MLB Constitution.

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The Gist - Are Essential Oils Essentially Bunk?

On the Gist, talking is hard.

In the interview, Maria Konnikova is back for her usual game of “Is That Bullshit?” Today she and Mike tackle essential oils, talking through the history of using essential oils, modern studies, and the potential uses they might have. Maria’s most recent book is The Confidence Game.

In the spiel, weak arguments about political opponents.

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the memory palace - Episode 157: The House of Lowe

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Start the Week - Dresden – 75 years on

As the 75th anniversary of the Allied bombing of Dresden approaches, the historian Sinclair McKay looks back at the obliteration of a city and its aftermath. He tells Tom Sutcliffe about the terrible suffering of the 25,000 people who were killed in one night.

The artist Edmund de Waal is showcasing his latest work in Dresden. The installation ‘library of exile’ is a place of contemplation and dialogue, and celebrates the cultures of migration. De Waal also outlines the importance of Dresden as the centre of European porcelain.

In recent decades this former East German city has seen a huge increase in support for far-right groups. The journalist Stefanie Bolzen argues that there are many who feel their lives have not benefited either from the rebuilding of the city after the war or from the unification of Germany since.

Sasha Havlicek is the founding CEO of the global counter-extremism organisation, ISD, which studies the online tactics of far-right groups across Europe and the US. She has seen a rise in the support of anti-migrant political parties, as well as increases in hate speech and terror attacks against minority communities.

Producer: Katy Hickman

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Short Wave - There’s A Plan To Drive Down Global Insulin Prices. Will It Work?

Diabetes is a growing global problem, especially in low and middle income countries. Half of the 100 million in need of insulin lack reliable access. The World Health Organization wants to do something about it. Short Wave reporter Emily Kwong tells host Maddie Sofia about the WHO's pre-qualification program, a two-year plan to pave the way for more insulin manufacturers to enter the global market.

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The NewsWorthy - Oscars History, Coronavirus Update & XFL Begins – Monday, February 10th, 2020

The news to know for Monday, February 10th, 2020!

Today we're talking about the win that made Hollywood's biggest night historic, what's changing in China today as the fight against the coronavirus continues, and a first-of-its-kind mission to the sun...

Plus: a record-setting flight and firework and a new start-up football league launches.

Those stories and more -- in less than 10 minutes!

Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you. 

This episode is brought to you by Rothys.com/newsworthy

Thanks to the NewsWorthy INSIDERS for the support! Learn more or become an INSIDER here: www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider

 

 

Sources:

Oscars History: Hollywood Reporter, PEOPLE

New Hampshire Debate: Politico, NPR, NYT

Trump to Unveil Budget: CNBC, WSJ, Politico

Impeachment Witnesses Removed: The Hill, FOX News, WaPo

U.S. Soldiers Killed: ABC News, Fox News

Thailand Mass Shooting: Reuters, BBC, NYT, CNN, AP

Coronavirus Update: Reuters, WSJ, NYT, Time, The Guardian

New Sun Mission: Space.com, The Verge, CBS News

Fastest Flight from NYC to London: NPR, CNN, Fox News

World’s Largest Firework: AP

Uber “Make My Train”: Business Insider, The Verge

XFL Begins: CBS Sports, Fox Sports

Box Office: Variety, Deadline

Money Monday - Pets Impact Real Estate: Money, WSJ