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WPKN: Politics, Policy, and Planet Podcast

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Donald Trump
Israel
Abortion Ban
Disinformation
US Elections
Georgia
Voting Rights
Media Matters For America
Present Age
Palestine
Kamala Harris
Gaza
Moral Injury
Maternal Mortality
Reproductive Rights
Amber Thurman
Candy Miller
Gaza War
Cognitive Decline
Luis Petrovitz

WPKN's leading public affairs coverage concerning politics, policy, planet and so much more.

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Latest Episodes

Interview with Paul Street, independent radical-democratic policy researcher, journalist, historian and author, conducted by Scott Harris.

Paul Street talks about his recent commentary, “Four Pieces in the Fascist & Exterminist Jigsaw Puzzle,” and h... more

Interview with Craig Aaron, co-CEO of Free Press and Free Press Action, conducted by Scott Harris.

Craig Aaron talks about CBS News Editor-in-Chief Bari Weiss’ decision to kill the 60 Minutes’ story on the Trump regime’s deportation of immigrants to... more

Interview with Parker Molloy, a Chicago-based media critic, cultural commentator and publisher of "The Present Age" Substack newsletter, conducted by Scott Harris. 

Parker Molloy discusses her views on Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. K... more

Interview with Jim Saksa, a journalist with Slate, Politico, The Economist, NPR’s Morning Edition and Philadelphia City Paper, conducted by Scott Harris.

Jim Saksa discusses his recent Democracy Docket article, “DOJ Sues Georgia, Illinois, Wisconsin... more

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Recent Guests

Craig Aaron
Co-CEO of Free Press and Free Press Action
Free Press
Episode: CBS Political Censorship of ’60 Minutes’: Another Victim of Media Merger Madness
Paul Saksa
Journalist for Democracy Docket
Democracy Docket
Episode: Trump Moves to Manipulate 2026 Midterm Election Outcome
Jim Saksa
Journalist who reports for Democracy Docket
Democracy Docket
Episode: Trump Moves to Manipulate 2026 Midterm Election Outcome
Mary Turner
Registered Nurse and President of National Nurses United
National Nurses United
Episode: Nurses on the Frontline of Trump-GOP-RFK Jr. Healthcare Disaster
John Bonifaz
Constitutional attorney and co-founder and president of Free Speech For People
Free Speech For People
Episode: Impeachment: Antidote to Authoritarian Presidents Such as Trump
Al Green
Congressman from Texas
Episode: Impeachment: Antidote to Authoritarian Presidents Such as Trump
Liv Ryan
Worker organizer and shift supervisor involved with Starbucks Workers United
Starbucks Workers United
Episode: Monthly Labor Report: Starbucks Workers Are On Strike--Can This Scrappy Union Win?
Murray Gates
Owner of Artza Mendi Farm
Artza Mendi Farm
Episode: Organic Farm Stand, Dec. 2025: Bees and Farms Settle Down for a Long Winter's Night
Mahmoud Khalil
Columbia University graduate student and pro-Palestinian activist
Columbia University
Episode: Mahmoud Khalil’s Lawsuits Seek Accountability for Trump Effort to Suppress Palestinian Activism in U.S.

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Scott Harris
Host of CounterPoint and WPKN's weekly public affairs program, known for engaging discussions on pressing political topics.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 2 ratings
  • 6.18.25

    One of the best podcasts & public radio stations out there no matter where you live. Excellent host & guests. Very informative on a wide range of subject matter. Thank you for all that you do!

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    5
    midwestBlue
    United States7 months ago
  • #123

    I was very surprise to hear what medea benjamin was saying about nato. i am wondering has she turned right as greenwald & taalib have done a 180 flip on their moral compasses and political points of view. i found myself disappointed and in disagreement with her nato remarks and ukraine criticism. what happened to medea.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    midwestBlue
    United States9 months ago
  • 1.12.25

    Excellent podcast! News, just the facts and that is what I need. Very informative. love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    midwestBlue
    United Statesa year ago
  • 12.26.24

    That’s rich, Jasmine Rivera has her nerve demanding biden stop trump’s immigrant deportation! Perhaps Jasmine Rivera should have got her immigrant voters and those that have immigrant loved ones to all vote for kamala and they didn’t so you and the idiot immigrants legal or not are screwed that voted for trump. know what you are voting for or against!! now we all have to live with their mistakes.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    midwestBlue
    United Statesa year ago

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CBS Political Censorship of ’60 Minutes’: Another Victim of Media Merger Madness
Q: What's the top line bumper sticker for the media reform, the regulatory reforms we need in this country to not have corporate capture of our entire media and journalism system?
We need to invest in noncommercial public media of all kinds, yes, public radio and public television, but also local newspapers, and restore limits on how much one company can own.
Nurses on the Frontline of Trump-GOP-RFK Jr. Healthcare Disaster
Q: What's the most effective thing our listeners can do to try to fight for a restoration of common sense, public health care policies that day by day, we seem to be losing in this Trump administration?
Supporting Medicare for All is crucial, as public support has surged with a majority now in favor of it across rural and urban areas alike.
Mamdani Set to Begin NYC’s New Progressive Era, as Trump, GOP Unravelling
Q: What's your view on the current state of the Republican Party?
The Republican Party is facing significant issues, with increasing numbers of Republicans retiring and a fracturing of the party amidst conflicts and challengers for power.
Mamdani Set to Begin NYC’s New Progressive Era, as Trump, GOP Unravelling
Q: Do you get a sense Mamdani can win victories on his key campaign pledges?
While there will be significant challenges, there is optimism that Mamdani could achieve some successes, especially with popular initiatives like universal child care.
Impeachment: Antidote to Authoritarian Presidents Such as Trump
Q: What are the opportunities for holding Donald Trump accountable for violations of the Constitution, apart from impeachment?
Strong oversight and further legislation to protect democracy, including potential amendments to limit presidential powers need to be pursued.

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Focused on critical issues surrounding politics, social justice, and environmental challenges, the content encourages listeners to engage with complex topics such as youth incarceration, climate policy, and homelessness. The discussions frequently feature insights from experts, uncovering the social implications of government decisions and current events. Besides addressing hot political topics, the content emphasizes grassroots activism, advocating for the rights of marginalized communities and promoting accountability in government and corporate sectors. This blend of expert interviews and in-depth analysis makes it a valuable resource for individuals interested in understanding the depth of political and social issues at play in today's ... more

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