Topic: American Pride

5 chapters across the catalog

Flag Gate
Episode 1665 37:27 - 40:07

1665: Flag Gate

Flag Symbolism and Cultural Tensions in Taylor, Texas

The hosts discuss the escalating tension over flag symbolism, using Taylor, Texas as an example. They describe a local divide where some residents only frequent businesses flying the Pride flag, while others only visit those with the American flag. The segment highlights how traditional symbols like the "Appeal to Heaven" flag are being recharacterized by media as extremist symbols.

Weather Whiplash
Episode 726 1:19:02 - 1:20:57

726: Weather Whiplash

June Presidential Proclamations, LGBT Pride Month

President Barack Obama issued several proclamations for the month of June 2015. These include National Caribbean-American Heritage Month, African American Music Appreciation Month, National Oceans Month, National Great Outdoors Month, and National LGBT Pride Month. The hosts prepare to discuss the implications of these designations.

Freemium Reporter
Episode 519 8:55 - 11:39

519: Freemium Reporter

June Presidential Proclamations and LGBT Pride Month

The month of June is noted for several presidential proclamations, including National Caribbean American Heritage Month, National Oceans Month, and National Great Outdoors Month. Specific focus is given to National Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month. The conversation touches on the evolving acronyms used for the community and the inclusion of various identities.

Oil Spill Déjà vu
Episode 204 0:00 - 2:48

204: Oil Spill Déjà vu

June Proclamations, LGBT Pride and Caribbean American Heritage Month

President Barack Obama issued multiple proclamations designating June 2010 as Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Pride Month, Caribbean American Heritage Month, and African-American Music Appreciation Month. The hosts question the logistical feasibility of assigning four distinct themes to a single month. There is specific commentary on the timing of Caribbean American Heritage Month in relation to ongoing issues in Haiti and Jamaica.

Everybody Wants to Rule the World
Episode 49 14:45 - 17:12

49: Everybody Wants to Rule the World

Voter Priorities and American Pride Rhetoric

Analysis of voter response data indicates that education and research and development (R&D) are high priorities for the public, while the financial crisis and Al-Qaeda mentions resulted in flatlined interest. Obama's closing remarks regarding American pride and restoring the nation's reputation in Europe reportedly generated significant positive spikes.