Season 3, Episode #70 January 6, 2024
In this free 30-minute episode, Keith and Pam discuss three top news stories and other news from this past week.
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We Are Speaking Podcast - Season 3, Episode 70: A Discussion of Top News Stories from a Black Perspective
In this episode, Pamela Hilliard Owens and Keith Owens discuss some key news stories. They explore the resignation of Dr. Claudine Gay, Harvard University's first black president, following right-wing pressure and false accusations against her. They also discuss the increased threat of violence in the United States, demonstrated by recent events such as a fatal school shooting in Perry, Iowa, and the closure of several state capitol buildings due to bomb threats. Finally, the duo touches on the volatile political landscape and the upcoming 2024 election.
00:35 Introduction and Welcome
00:49 About the Podcast and Hosts
02:01 Discussion on Dr. Claudine Gay's Resignation
08:31 Impact of School Shootings
13:53 Sponsorship Message
14:49 Bomb Threats to State Capitol Buildings
19:32 Closing Remarks and Future Discussions
