Election Post-Mortem
Ralph is in conversation with Norman Solomon about election results. They also discuss and what polls show the majority of people are concerned about.
Irwin Jacobs: Using What We Have to Strengthen San Diego County
Irwin Jacobs, joins host Grant Oliphant to reflect on his extensive, impactful philanthropic work in the San Diego region and beyond. He shares an inspiring journey of philanthropy deeply intertwined with personal values and community impact. Irwin speaks candidly about the challenges and triumphs of these endeavors, emphasizing the importance of resilience, vision, and community engagement. The conversation delves into broader societal issues, such as climate change, AI, ideological divides and immigration, showcasing Irwin’s forward-thinking and energetic engagement in philanthropy. His ability to navigate and address multifaceted challenges serves as a model for effective and compassionate giving.
Thursday, November 7, 2024 — Increasing Native American representation in the information technology industry
Good pay and a strong job demand are among the factors that make the information technology industry an promising career choice. But a study by the Kapor Center shows Native Americans are significantly underrepresented in the IT workforce. The divide is even wider for Native women. Starting early — offering computer science instruction in high schools — is one way IT advocates say will move the statistics in the right direction. We’ll talk about that and why Native IT experts are needed.
GUESTS
Renita DiStefano (Seneca Nation), president and CEO of Second Derivative, LLC
Gary Burnette (Cheroenhaka Nottoway), current board chair for AISES and vice president of advisory consulting at Kyndryl
Richard Chance (Cherokee Nation), CEO and founder of First Americans Marketplace Exchange (FAME)
Rebecca Fisher (Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians), account executive at Bulletproof (a GLI company)
Coming Up Today Tuesday, October 5, 2024
— What to watch for tonight to know which way the wind is blowing
— Who Needs Democracy? Inside America’s Billionaires’ Brazen Attempt at Fascism-Part 2
— The closing theme for Trump seems to be a war on women
— Crazy Alert! Abortion causes hurricanes?…say what?!
— What type of chaos will the Trumpsters be up to?
— The closing theme for Trump seems to be a war on women
— Musk is forced to admit that his “lottery” is an actual, real scam
— David Pepper – Gerrymandering and polling
What Thought Leaders Are Saying About Thom Hartmann, His Show and His Writings:
“Never one to shy away from the truth, Thom Hartmann has written books that are inspiring, wise, and compelling. His work lights the way to a better America.”― Van Jones, CNN political contributor and New York Times bestselling author of Beyond the Messy Truth“
Thom Hartmann seeks out interesting subjects from such disparate outposts of curiosity that you have to wonder whether or not he uncovered them or they selected him.”― Leonardo DiCaprio, actor, producer, and environmental activist
News and interviews focusing on East County but also including issues and concerns in the wider San Diego area as well as nationally. Host Miriam Raftery is an award-winning investigative journalist and the editor of East County Magazine.
Overnight rain (aka Pending storm)
Pre-Election
Glitter on the patio
silty gold washed from a red tile roof
sticks to terracotta squares
already stained from fallen fig juice.
With stiff black bristles, sweep sweep back forth
to make a small mound, tempting to the dog,
into a dustpan shiny-as a holiday platter.
Disaster averted, two and four feet cheated,
no tell-tale signs on the impulsive purchase of a white area rug,
freshly shampooed.
Glitter shimmer shakes the leaves, coats neon green jade plants,
swims in a bird bath, on the heads of pottery frogs on the short wall.
Nothing changes but the weather, I groan, mouthing an old cliché,
and consider one more:
Older than the hills.
I fell for Be the Change and Si se Puede back then.
It’s the day before the day all votes will be collected,
like hopeful blue glitter, to rain down
while I dream, not hearing the dark rain outside.
–Sue Taylor
Susan Taylor is the host of The Electric Picnic, a show about Poetry, Prose, and Spoken Word heard Mondays 8-9am, Wednesdays 3-4pm and Saturdays 7-8pm
A wife, mother, and six-time grandmother., Susan loves living in a diverse and friendly neighborhood in San Diego, and can be seen walking her dog Duffy to coffee shops and happy hours.. Susan writes poems and short stories, tutors English, and is an avid volunteer with social justice organizations. She is the author of The Electric Picnic: Poetry For Nice People And Good Dogs. Her poems can also be found on haikuuniverse.com, thepoetryhighway.com, and in the San Diego Anthology of Poetry, and Verbatim Bookstore. Susan has also been selected for inclusion in A Year in Ink, Volume 17, 2024.
With Host Mike Aguirre
Election 2024, Propositions 6 and 36
Mike and his guests look closely at Propositions 6 and 36 and the relationship to the 13th Amendment of the U.S. Constitution. What do these propositions mean for rehabilitative programs for incarcerated people?
Susan’s guest is author and humorist
ALEX BOSWORTH
Curiosity is the Key
Susan and Alex talk about observing life through a different lens. Instead of thinking of stories in the same old way, what if you imagine what might have happened if well-known stories you’ve heard all your life were told by another character?
THE ELECTRIC PICNIC WITH SUSAN TAYLOR AND HER SPECIAL GUEST, WELL KNOWN STORYTELLER DAVID SCHMIDT
Susan is in conversation with guest David Schmidt who talks about tha mysterious area not too far from where you, YES YOU, live–Proctor Valley. David will tell you that not every city is lucky enough to have its own monster; Chula Vista, meanwhile, has the distinct honor of being home to a unique legendary creature: the “Proctor Valley Monster.” The rural wilderness east of town has inspired a broad range of haunting, supernatural legends, told by several generations of Chula Vista residents. This Halloween season, throughout September and October, various professional storytellers have been performing these eerie, mysterious tales.
As a wrap-up to Halloween, The Electric Picnic repeats Susan’s conversation with David and his haunting stories.