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Highlands Bunker

Karl Stomberg
Delaware
Spotlight Delaware
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Bethany Hall-Long
Transparency In Government
Thanksgiving
Public School Funding
Colin O'mara
Election Results
Kathy Jennings
Behavioral Health Consortium
Delaware Politics
Police Accountability
Police Reform
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Charter Schools
Civil War
Abraham Lincoln
Sarah Mcbride
Election Primary

Part-time activist hoping to build and deepen solidarity in the local leftist community. Discussion will be focused on local politics, culture and more.

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A brief update on ICE, local political candidates, and FOIA requests. You'll have to pay to get more.

Governor Matt Meyer, you have the right to remain silent. Anything you say can and will be used against you in a court of law. You have the right to talk to a lawyer for advice before we ask you any questions. You have the right to have a lawyer with... more

Migrant rights activists Maria Beauchamp and Andrew Ramsaran join Rob in the bunker to talk about the state of ICE and immigration in Delaware and how people are taking action to stop the worst atrocities.

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* Delaware Coalition for Immi... more

Fellow podcaster Rachel Krantz joins Rob in the bunker to talk about some of the various topics she's covered from property taxes to the data center to the general weirdness of legislative hall. Then, the bunker announces its first official endorseme... more

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Recent Guests

Andrew Ramsaran
Community organizer addressing ICE issues and advocating for immigrant rights.
Episode: E364 - The Need to Intervene (w/Maria Beauchamp, Andrew Ramsaran)
Maria Beauchamp
Community organizer focused on immigrant rights and leadership building.
Episode: E364 - The Need to Intervene (w/Maria Beauchamp, Andrew Ramsaran)
Heather Christopher
Individual connected to Fenel Bane, working on advocacy efforts.
Episode: E360 - They Enrich Your Soul (w/Jennifer Chattin, Heather Christopher)
Brandon Toole
New Castle County Council Member
New Castle County
Episode: E358 - Regression Progression (w/Brandon Toole)
Jordan Howell
A reporter at the Delaware Call specializing in local issues
Delaware Call
Episode: E356 - Billionaire Sandbox (w/Chancery Daily, Jordan Howell)
Fenel Banes
Inmate at Vaughn Correctional Facility participating in the conversation about prison conditions
Episode: E353 - The Dream Initiative (w/Joshua Chattin, Michael Fields, Fenel Baines)
Jennifer Chattin
Mother of Josh Chattin, who advocates on behalf of inmates
Episode: E353 - The Dream Initiative (w/Joshua Chattin, Michael Fields, Fenel Baines)
Michael Fields
Inmate at Vaughn Correctional Facility advocating for better conditions
Episode: E353 - The Dream Initiative (w/Joshua Chattin, Michael Fields, Fenel Baines)
Vonda Smack
Dover-based community organizer
Nocap Delaware
Episode: E351 - PODPAT? NOCAP! (w/Vonda Smack, Tom Donovan)

Host

Rob Vannella
Host of the podcast and activist focusing on local political issues, particularly related to social justice and community engagement.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • One of the best!

    Highlands Bunker is one of the best podcasts to stay up to date with local politics here in Delaware. Love all the interviews with activists, candidates and leaders throughout our state. If I had to leave feedback, I would say audio could use a bit more processing. Throughout the podcast I have to constantly increase and decrease the audio levels. A simple compressor on the master audio file would fix it in no time. Looking forward to you guys creating more content in the future!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nomadicfilms
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent

    Highland Bunker not only provides important local Delaware politics and news, but also questions some of the assumptions that underpin our current cultural and political landscape on a more universal level. These conversations allow us to look for ways to take actions towards a more harmonic community. At the same time if something is absurd, it will be called out for the problem that it is.

    Vanella always brings a ton of energy and insight, but also a curiosity to learn from the amazing guests... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OldTrafforDisciple
    United States6 years ago
  • Delaware Activists Activating

    Highlands Bunker does a great job knitting together Delaware's left of center activist communities. Conversations are always on point without being preachy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JasonOCR330
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its up-to-date coverage of local politics and activism in Delaware.
It is praised for the engaging and insightful interviews with community leaders and activists.
Some feedback suggests that audio quality could be improved, but the content remains compelling.

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#238
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

E315 - Belly of the Beast (w/DE Actions 4 Palestine)
Q: Carlisle, you want to sort of start us off and let us know how you got hooked up with these folks?
Carlisle recounts meeting an organizer at a protest and eventually getting involved with the group focused on pro-Palestinian activism after attending a local event.
E329 - The Bowels of Legislative Hall (w/Laura Sturgeon, Madinah Wilson-Anton)
Q: What is on your agenda for the current legislative session?
Madinah mentions that her top priorities include addressing school board accountability, affordable housing, and ensuring equitable funding for local fire services.
E329 - The Bowels of Legislative Hall (w/Laura Sturgeon, Madinah Wilson-Anton)
Q: Can you just give us a brief rundown of where the Office of the Inspector General stands now?
Laura explains that the bill has been pre-filed and is currently in the system, with hopes for it to be prioritized in the upcoming budget.
E327 - Wholesome Capital (w/George Frankel)
Q: What are your thoughts on the existing political processes in Delaware?
I saw firsthand during my campaign the entrenched interests at play and how they often overshadow the voices of the community.
E327 - Wholesome Capital (w/George Frankel)
Q: What do you believe is the number one issue facing Delaware in attracting young people?
The failing education system is the biggest problem; despite high spending, proficiency rates are alarming, making it unattractive for families to settle here.

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Focusing on local politics and social justice, this podcast offers insightful discussions that often revolve around legislative issues, community advocacy, and the challenges faced by marginalized groups. Noteworthy are the personal stories shared by guests, ranging from activists to political representatives, who provide perspectives on vital social matters like criminal justice reform, homelessness, and environmental advocacy. Unique to this podcast is its grassroots approach, emphasizing community involvement and the importance of activism in fostering change, making it an engaging listen for anyone interested in social equity and local governance.

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1. Andrew Ramsaran
2. Maria Beauchamp
3. Heather Christopher
4. Brandon Toole
5. Jordan Howell
6. Fenel Banes
7. Jennifer Chattin
8. Michael Fields

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