Mid-Atlantic - conversations about US, UK and world politics

We dive deep into the heart of contemporary British issues and ethics with Calvin Robinson, a figure known for his provocative stance in the UK media landscape. As a clergyman and a critic of liberalism and metropolitan elitism, Robinson brings a unique perspective to the table, challenging the status quo and offering insights into the complexities of modern Britain. Episode Summary: Calvin Robins...

With the situation intensifying in Israel and Palestine, the podcast brings insights from Adam Block from Efrat Israel, Daniel Boardman, the Senior Correspondent for the National Telegraph in Canada, and Dr. Ibrahim Haroub from Hebron on the West Bank, a professor at Bethlehem University specialising in the Palestinian-Israeli conflict. The episode captures the tumultuous events in the Middle East...

The episode begins with a comprehensive analysis of the Republican party's leadership turmoil, particularly focusing on Jim Jordan's controversial candidacy for the Speaker position. Despite his long-standing presence in Congress, Jordan's lack of significant legislative accomplishments and his polarising nature, backed by conservative media and connections to former President Trump, are highlight...

Episode Summary: Host Roifield Brown discusses the landmark antitrust trial between the U.S. Department of Justice and tech giant Google with guest Adam Kovacevich, the founder and CEO of the Chamber of Progress. The trial centers around Google's dominance in internet search and its potential anticompetitive practices. They explore whether Google's position is a result of genuine market success or...

Roifield Brown delves deep into the escalating crisis between Israel and Palestine, particularly focusing on the recent attacks by Hamas on Israel. The episode features a diverse panel of voices, including Yehudah Mirsky , a Professor of Near Eastern and Judaic Studies; Dr. Ibrahim Horoub , a Palestinian professor from Bethlehem University; Moav Vardi, a prominent Israeli journalist; and Mohammad...

Host: Roifield Brown, currently in Ottawa, Canada. - Guest: George Laws Garcia from the Puerto Rico statehood council. With over 18 years of experience in public policy and government intergovernmental affairs. Advised governors, members of Congress, federal agencies, and national nonprofit organizations. - Discussion Topics:  - Comparison of Washington DC's and Puerto Rico's drive towards st...

Cory Bernard political commentator from Manchester Zee Cohen-Sanchez - Director Of Operations at campaign operation Sole Strategies in Nevada Leah Brown FRSA Founder and CEO Broadstairs Consulting Ltd broadstairs Kent Aram Fischer, california political activist and strategist Steve O’Neil political adviser and the host of the No mans Land podcast US Politics: Examination of Kevin McCarthy's short...

Podcast Show Notes Summary: Host: Roifield Brown This episode delves deep into the political landscapes of the U.S. and the U.K, dissecting the unique government shutdown in the U.S. and exploring the implications of Keir Starmer's stance on Brexit in the U.K. U.S. Government Shutdown: Main Discussion: The podcast explores the current government shutdown in the United States, highlighting its dist...

Guests:  - Professor Carl Chinn, MBE A historian, he's a broadcaster and author. - Jane Hayes She's an award winning, the award winning politics and people editor of Birmingham Live - Jez Collins The founder of the Birmingham musical archive, - Alex Yip Conservative councillor for the city of Birmingham representing Sutton Coldfield Wylde Green Overview:  In this episode, host Roifield B...

In this podcast episode, host Roifield Brown is joined by a diverse panel, including political pollster Logan Phillips, Doug Levy, Tonye Altrade, Zee Cohen Sanchez and the Manchester native Corey Bernard. The episode begins with a deep dive into President Biden's recent speech at the United Nations General Assembly, focusing on themes of reconciliation, global collaboration, and addressing climate...

In this episode of the "Mid Atlantic" podcast, host Roifield Brown discusses the ongoing impeachment proceedings against President Joe Biden with a panel of guests. The panel includes Emma Burnell, a UK journalist in London; Zee Cohen Sanchez, a political strategist in Nevada; Logan Phillips, a political pollster in D.C.; Tonya Altraide, a philosopher and non-conformist in London; and Steve O'Neil...

In this episode, Roifield introduces Max Sklar, the creator of the Local Maximum podcast. Max is known for his exploration of tech, math, and political philosophy with leading experts. He played a key role in developing Foursquare's city guide rating system, combining data from 120 million global points of interest and 500 million data points. The conversation delves into the future disruption cau...

Mid Atlantic" podcast, host Roifield Brown delves into the temperature around race, immigration, and hate in the US and the UK. He gathers a panel of experts to discuss the recent racially motivated attack in Florida and its connection to far-right extremism. The attack resulted in the deaths of three individuals, carried out by a white 24-year-old who left behind a disturbing manifesto. The Justi...

In this podcast episode, we introduce a diverse group of individuals who share their insights and perspectives on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in our lives. Roifield Brown serves as our host, guiding the conversation through a range of viewpoints. Laura Babcock, hailing from Hamilton, Canada, brings her expertise as a communication strategist and media commentator who has harnessed AI...

Todays podcast explores America's Flawed Justice System. Today's guest is esteemed awyer Stephen B. Bright, a renowned in law and justice advocate. We delve into Stephen's book, "The Fear of Too Much Justice." which reveals systemic failures in the US criminal justice system, highlighting inequality, injustice, and its struggles for fair trials. Stephen's experience includes teaching law at Yale a...

In this episode, a diverse panel discusses two topics: the global impact of women's sports and the latest indictment of Donald J. Trump in Georgia. The indictment raises questions about the intersection of justice and politics, impacting the 2024 election. The panel includes Michael Donoghue, an author and political enthusiast from Los Angeles; Logan Phillips, a political pollster from DC; Corey B...

In this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown welcomes Emma Burnell, a UK journalist in London; Logan Phillips, a political pollster in Washington, D.C. and Corey Bernard, a political pundit in Manchester. The discussion revolves around a pivotal political moment in the United States. The main topic is a Republican proposed constitutional amendment, Issue One, which faced a resounding def...

In today's episode Roifield speaks to powerhouse panel to discuss the recent indictment of Donald J. Trump. Panelists include UK-based journalist Emma Burnell, political strategist Zee Cohen Sanchez, political pollster Logan Phillips, diversity speaker Denise Hamilton, and freelance writer Doug Levy. The indictment revolves around Trump's role in the January 6th attack on the Capitol, where he sta...

In this episode, we explore Elon Musk's fascination with the letter X and its impact on Twitter's rebranding. Our panel of experts includes Mekey Gabriel, a financial and economic expert from Houston, Corey Bernard, a political pundit from Manchester, Leah Brown from Kent, and Zee Cohen Sanchez, a political activist and CEO from New York. Twitter's recent rebranding to "X" has sparked heated discu...

In this edition of Mid Atlantic, Roifield Brown discusses the aftermath of recent triple by-elections in Britain, which have been bad news for the Tories. Labour secured victories in Selby and Anstey, overturning a significant Tory majority, while the Liberal Democrats unseated the Conservatives in Somerton and Frome. The by-elections were triggered by Boris Johnson's resignation, and the Tories m...

Roifield Brown is back home in Birmingham, England, with guests Denise Hamilton, CEO of Watch her Work from Houson, Texas, Leah Brown, CEO of Broadstairs Consulting from Kent, UK, and Jared Kobek, a Turkish American writer from Los Angeles, US. They discuss the potential implications of President Biden seeking re-election at the age of 82 and whether concerns about his age are valid. Jared believe...

In this episode of "Mid Atlantic," host Roifield Brown engages in a conversation with Logan Phillips, the head of The Race to the White House website, to analyse the Republican Party's presidential primaries. They discuss the historical context of large Republican candidate fields and explore whether it reflects media opportunism or ideological diversity within the party. The discussion covers var...

Roifield Brown discusses the latest research from the Institute of Economics and Peace with Thomas Morgan. The study reveals that conflict-related deaths in 2022 were the highest of this century, occurring across various conflicts worldwide. While global GDP has risen alongside these deaths, the correlation between prosperity and conflict is complex. Factors such as good governance and a sound bus...

In this episode, we look at the political news surrounding Trump and the ex-UK PM Johnson and ask why Republicans can't do what the Conservative Party in the UK can: dump a political leader who has passed his sell-by date. Former President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty to 37 charges, including 31 counts of willful retention of national defence information, after being indicted by the Department...

Thom Hartmann is an American author , radio host, and progressive political commentator. Hartmann has written numerous books on a variety of topics, including American politics, economics, and the environment. He is best known for his radio show, "The Thom Hartmann Program," which airs nationally in the United States. The show focuses on political and social issues from a progressive perspective....