The writer-composer behind the viral Slam Frank (an Anne Frank musical staged as if by the most social-justice-forward regional theater) explains why he pushes rules to their reductio ad absurdum and why “art should lift up the people who are beneath me.” Fox walks through a contentious table read, a Change.org backlash, and the joy/rage of crafting Hamilton-esque bangers like “The Day My Daddy Puts Us Into Hiding.” He argues the show’s point is to expose how prescribed language and forced diversity can dehumanize artists and audiences alike. Also: a Gist etymology on “jawboning,” from Samson’s weapon to Galbraith’s 1960s coinage and today’s First Amendment fights. Produced by Corey Wara Production Coordinator Ashley Khan Email us at thegist@mikepesca.com To advertise on the show, contact ad-sales@libsyn.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist Subscribe to The Gist: https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ Subscribe to The Gist Youtube Page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g Subscribe to The Gist Instagram Page: GIST INSTAGRAM Follow The Gist List at: Pesca Profundities | Mike Pesca | Substack
State of the World from NPR - Some Major Western Countries Announce the Recognition of a Palestinian State
Over the last few days, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, France and others recognized Palestine as a sovereign state. It’s a recognition Palestinians have been seeking for decades and that Israel says is a gift to Hamas. We get reaction from residents of the Occupied West Bank and from the U.N. General Assembly which is underway in New York.
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Newshour - France recognises Palestinian state
President Macron of France has formally recognised a Palestinian state. He made the announcement at a UN summit aimed at rallying support for a two-state solution to the Middle East conflict. He began his speech by calling for the release of Israeli hostages and an end to the war in Gaza.
Also in the programme: Egypt's president has pardoned the jailed activist Alaa Abdel Fattah, who played a key role in the Arab Spring uprising of 2011; and South Korea's president tells the BBC of his hopes that North Korea will pause it nuclear weapon programme.
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The Daily Signal - Victor Davis Hanson: Only in America Do We Blame Victims Like Iryna Zarutska
Iryna Zarutska, a Ukrainian refugee, was not violently stabbed to death on a Charlotte light rail because she lacked “situational awareness.” We were told by many on the Left that we couldn’t blame the three to four bystanders who didn’t jump to her aid because it was only rational for them to worry about their own personal safety.
As Americans, it is our duty to uphold the rule of law. Citizens and visitors to the U.S. should always expect a high degree of safety, argues Victor Davis Hanson on today’s edition of “Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words.”
We in America are unwilling to recognize the unconformable truth that "we have a crime problem in the United States in the African-American inner city. Not in rural African-American communities. Not in African-American women. Not necessarily in African-American men over 40 or 50. But from 15 to 40, that demographic comprises about 3% of the country, and they're committing about 50% of the violent crimes, as we saw with Iryna. And yet, we didn't talk about it.”
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(00:00) Introduction and Overview of the Incident
(01:31) Analyzing the Public Reaction and Blame
(03:38) Addressing the Crime and Systemic Issues
(06:54) Conclusion
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WSJ Minute Briefing - Nasdaq Leads U.S. Stocks to New Records
Nvidia investment in OpenAI boosts tech stocks. Plus: Pfizer acquires GLP-1 maker Metsera. And Oracle names new co-CEOs. Katherine Sullivan hosts.
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WSJ What’s News - U.S. Markets Reach New Records After $100 Billion Nvidia–OpenAI Deal
P.M. Edition for Sept. 22. Nvidia announced that it was investing up to $100 billion in OpenAI, sending U.S. indexes to new highs. WSJ tech reporter Robbie Whelan explains the significance of the deal. Plus, more companies are pushing for their employees to get back to the office… but workers are resisting. We hear from Theo Francis, who covers corporate news for the Journal, about why—and how—they’re able to stall in a moment when bosses have more power. And starting tomorrow, Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show will be back on the air. Alex Ossola hosts.
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Motley Fool Money - The Great Rule Breakers Healthcare Debate: Progyny or Hims & Hers?
Which is the better healthcare Breaker? Alicia Alfiere, Sanmeet Deo, and Tim Beyers pit Progyny against Hims & Hers. Leave a comment to get in on the debate!
Alicia Alfiere, Sanmeet Deo, and Tim Beyers discuss:
- Progyny vs. Hims & Hers - who goes on the watchlist?
- Intel and NVIDIA’s big $5 billion deal.
- Reflections on Rule Breaker Investing.
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WSJ Tech News Briefing - TNB Tech Minute: Nvidia to Invest Up to $100 Billion in OpenAI
Plus: Citigroup to pilot new agentic capabilities in its proprietary AI platform. And Indian tech stocks fall as President Trump’s new U.S. visa rules weigh on the sector. Julie Chang hosts.
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The Journal. - The Florida Cops Who Act as ICE Agents
The Florida Highway Patrol has taken up the Trump administration’s call for state and local law enforcement to play a bigger role in its immigration crackdown. Virtually all its officers have been trained to participate in a controversial Immigration and Customs Enforcement program that deputizes police to perform some of the duties of federal immigration officers. WSJ’s Arian Campo-Flores takes us along for a ride with some officers in the program. Jessica Mendoza hosts.
Further Listening:
- Inside the ICE Hiring Blitz
- The Hyundai Plant Raided By Immigration Authorities
- "I'm Thinking I'm 100% Legal." Then ICE Raided His Company.
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In the Loop with Sasha-Ann Simons - What’s The Future Of Electric Vehicles In Illinois?
Federal tax credits for electric vehicles are ending at the end of September, but rebates in Illinois remain. These rebates have been a key tool for the state to achieve its goal of having 1 million electric vehicles on Illinois roads by 2030, though there is a very long way to go on that front. In The Loop discusses what prospective buyers need to know and what this federal change could mean for Illinois’ transition to electric with Mark Cassidy, operations management, EV Energy Group and Karen Weigert, director of Loyola University Chicago’s Baumhart Center for Social Enterprise and Responsibility.
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