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The Trump administration has drafted a memo to end federal funding for public media, including NPR and PBS. NPR CEO Catherine Maher appeared on air to defend the network's journalism against accusations of "radical, woke propaganda." The proposed rescission would affect approximately $250 million in public radio funds for fiscal years 2026 and 2027.
Alcoholics Anonymous, Woke Messaging at San Francisco Convention
A listener provides a "boots on the ground" report from an International Young People's Alcoholics Anonymous convention in San Francisco. The report claims that keynote speakers focused heavily on racial privilege and gender identity rather than recovery from alcoholism, leading to concerns about "woke mind virus" infiltrating the organization.
Barbie Movie Reviews, Podcasters vs. Mainstream Media
The critical reception of the *Barbie* movie is contrasted between mainstream outlets like Rotten Tomatoes and independent podcasters. While professional critics have praised the film, many independent commentators describe it as a "woke" propaganda piece and an extended advertisement for Mattel. This divergence is cited as an example of the value of podcasting in providing diverse public opinions that challenge corporate media narratives.
Woke Baby Books, Social Justice for Toddlers
A trend in children's literature features "woke" themes, including titles like "A is for Activist," "C is for Consent," and "Nursery Rhymes for Social Good." The hosts mock these books as blatant propaganda for toddlers and propose a satirical alternative titled "Brave Baby," which would focus on Second Amendment rights. A parody "No Agenda Babies" audiobook is presented as a counter to the social justice titles.
