Issues & Ideas: News Analysis & Political Commentary

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight. (00:00) An analysis of the murder of Renee Nicole Good in Minneapolis by ICE officer Jonathan Ross and the reactions to it and made about it by Donald Trump, Kristi Noem and others. (08:03) Dr. Holly Lucille offers insight to this flu season, why the flu has hit so hard alon...

Join us for conversations, analysis and commentary about today's politics, news and current events with expert insight. (00:00) The new minimum wage and who benefits, gas tax and toll cost increases in NJ are explained. (03:56) Dr. Willie Jolley, discusses the ideas and truths as featured in his new book which need to be understood in order to achieve lasting wealth versus being rich and shar...

(00:00) Anne Kassalow, Managing Attorney of the Housing Justice Project at the Seton Hall Law School Center For Social Justice, details the disadvantage NJ people facing eviction have when they go to court and changes that can be made to make the process for fair. (11:42) Steve Rosenberg, Organizing Committee member for Israel Appreciation Day, discusses the importance of Israel, the dangers of an...

(00:00) A special introduction to this Christmas episode of Issues And Ideas With Chris DeBello in light of recent actions by Donald Trump (02:07) Dr. Olapeju Simoyan shares the stories and history behind some of the favorite classic Christmas songs of all time including how the lyrics and music weren't always meant to be joined together. (13:35) Victoria Nagel, Director Of Clinical Training...

(00:00) The changes coming to the SNAP program January 1 and how they'll impact people and families who rely on them. (02:16) Angi Metler, Executive Director of the Animal Protection League Of NJ, discusses the state's 2025 New Jersey black bear hunt, whether a hunt is needed and their bear education efforts. (19:28) Ray Shefska, co-founder of CarEdge, examines how politics and policies...

(00:00) The potential impact on healthcare coverage and costs if Congress takes no action and the ACA subsidies expire at the end of the month are explained. (04:37) How a NJ school reacted to the prolonged bullying of a student despite numerous attempts by the student's parents to contact the school demanding action. (9:48) Amber Caron, Communications Director with Wreaths Across America, di...

(00:00) Major Brett DeMichael, Division Commander of Salvation Army New Jersey, tells how the economy has created an increased need of food assistance for individuals, families, what the Salvation Army is doing to help them and how people can support their efforts to help others. (13:12) Thomas Aiello from the National Taxpayers Union looks at how tariffs on prescription drugs and medical equipmen...

(00:00) Anne Kassalow, Managing Attorney of the Housing Justice Project at Seton Hall University's School Of Law's Center For Social Justice, explains the consequences of a lack of legal representation for those facing eviction and a way to resolve this void. (11:44) Michelle Horn, Communications Director with Fisher House, talks about how the organization supports veterans and their fam...

(00:00) The upcoming increased costs of healthcare coverage in New Jersey by the major healthcare companies are explained as well as what the impact would be if Obamacare subsidies are allowed to expire. (03:19) Chris Widelo, New Jersey State Director with AARP, shares the findings of their report on Family Caregivers, the role they serve, sacrifices they make and the support that's available...

A 2013 conversation with Jesse Ventura about the various conspiracy theories regarding the JFK Assassination versus what the Warren Commission and others want people to believe of the assassination.

(00:00) Amy Osborn, CEO of the NJ Vietnam Veterans Memorial & Museum, previews their Veterans Day ceremony, how the facility recognizes those who served along with the way that the museum preserves and presents the stories of those who served in that war. (14:36) Wilton Williamson, Vice-President of Connection with the Wounded Warrior Project, details the programs they make available to help a...

(00:00) Charlie Stile, Political Columnist with The Record and NorthJersey. Com, takes a look at the campaigns in the race for NJ Governor, who communicated the stronger message and what each would mean for New Jersey if they win. (12:11) Major Brett DeMichael, Divisional Commander of the NJ Salvation Army, tells how the Salvation Army helps people and families in need of food especially as SAP be...

(00:00) The impact of any suspension of SNAP benefits and what the response needs to be (03:33) Mark Crawford tells what recent court rulings against a NJ Catholic school means for victims of sexual assault by priests (18:24) Thomas Aiello looks at how tariffs on prescription drugs and medical equipment will affect patients and hospitals (28:02) A new edition of Trump Said It (29:07) Trisha Curtis...

(00:00) Nancy Bangiola tells how a new law in NJ will increase access to preschool. (11:16) Charlotte Reed offers tips about including pets in the Halloween celebration. (21:47) Suzanne Buchanan responds to recent claims about the cause of Autism. (33:34) Aryeh Lightstone discusses how the Abraham Accords came to be. (46:24) Chris DeBello shares short Bible verses with large lessons.

(00:00) The changes to the NJ minimum wage. (02:33) Dr Christine Cocchiola examines whether courts support victims of domestic violence. (15:35) Prof. Gloria Browne-Marshall looks at the history of protesting in America. (28:36) The latest edition of Trump Said It. (29:01) A review of the latest claims about Tylenol by RFK Jr. (33:05) Asaf Romirowsky shares his analysis of the Middle East peace pl...