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Stephen Spitz hosts this monthly talk show featuring in-depth interviews with people who have an impact on New Mexico history, politics, public policy and culture.
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Henry Kissinger: Nobel Peace Prize Winner and Murderer Dies at Age 100
Henry Kissinger, former Secretary of State and an advisor to 12 of our Presidents, died on November 29, 2023 at the age 100. Among other accolades, he won the Nobel Peace Prize for his diplomacy in ending the war and … Continue reading →
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NM Attorney General Raul Torrez
Raul Torrez, who took office on January 1, 2023 as our Attorney General, is changing the Office in ways that seem to embody a different philosophy. The examples are many: cooperate rather than fight plaintiffs in the Yazzie education lawsuit, … Continue reading →
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Are NM’s Children Finally Receiving a “Sufficient Education”
In a landmark 2018 decision, the court in Yazzie/Martinez held that the State was violating New Mexico students’ constitutional right to a “sufficient education”. The State was therefore required to invest in the programs and services that have proven successful … Continue reading →
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The Mauritanian and Civil Rights Attorney Nancy Hollander
Today we listen back to an interview with renowned Albuquerque civil rights lawyer, Nancy Hollander, who was portrayed by Jodie Foster in the 2021 film, the Mauritanian. The film portrays Hollander’s fight to free her client, Mohamedou Slahi, from US … Continue reading →
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Mexico’s Weak Justice System but strong Economic Outlook
Today’s guest is Michael S. Vigil, a former undercover DEA agent in Mexico, who rose to be the DEA’s Chief of International Operations worldwide. In our March 2023 show, Vigil traced the origin and development of the Mexican drug cartels. … Continue reading →
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Neuroimaging shows the Effect of Stress on Brain Function
How does stress affect brain function and conduct? Can be stress passed on epigenetically ( not experientially) to succeeding generations? Can the effect of stress on the brain actually be measured and mapped via non-invasive neuroimaging of the brain? The Mind … Continue reading →
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Excellent, smart programming and discussion about social issues in New Mexico. This is a great resource for responsible citizens of NM.