The Delve

On this episode, Chalin speaks with a few presidential guests about the emergence of AI and it's impact on America.

In this episode, Chalin speaks with Indi Samarajiv, a writer living in Sri Lanka who has had first hand experience with collapse of his state during their civil war. We look at the factors of collapse and how he found connections while growing up in the United States. You can see more of Indi's work through his website Indi.ca and Youtube channel.

Ozempic is a diabetes medication that has become America's latest extreme weight loss obsession. In this episode, Madison speaks with Professor Harriet Brown of Syracuse University about fatphobia, celebrity culture, and how our collective obsession with weight loss hurts us all.

Psychedelics have always had a medicinal use but after Woodstock and the War on Drugs, the mainstream took a hard stance against them. The US cracked down, not only on their recreational use, but also on medical studies. But drugs like MDMA and Psilocybin have been met with new enthusiasm lately for their potential in treating and managing depression, PTSD, alcoholism and more. In this Ep Chalin speaks with two psychedelic advocates - Jo Young, a integration therapist and Jess Aumick, a journalist and legalization activist.

This week Chalin is joined by Jared Jackson, founder of Jews in All Hues to discuss the complex intersection of white supremacy, antisemitism, Jewish identity and how- somehow- rapper and businessman Ye (Kanye West) fits in. White supremacy has always sought to expel and harm Jews, but that isn’t the whole story of antisemtism. In light of Kanye’s recent Jew hateful rhetoric we wanted to complicate the conversation to include both the Black Hebrew Israelite movement and gatekeeping within Jewish circles that alienates Jews of color.

In this episode we speak with our host, Chalin Askew, to learn more about his advocacy work, his campaign for the Pennsylvania House of Representatives and more.

On January 21 prominent human rights lawyer, #ThulaniMaseko was assassinated in #Eswatini (formerly Swaziland).

Thulani was also previously a guest on The Delve. Today we're re-releasing his episode to honor a man of hope and raise awareness about the abuses in Eswatini.

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Africa’s last absolute monarchy, Eswatini, has seen months of ongoing pro-democracy protests. Each one has been met with deadly force by a police and military that answer directly to the King. This week we speak with Thulani Maseko, human rights lawyer and pro-democracy advocate about the situation on the ground in this southern African nation.

Support the eSwatini Solidarity Fund @eswatinisolidarity if you can and share this story far and wide. Without international pressure the King will continue to oppress the Swazi people through violence and terror.

Last month, the “Conference of Polluters” wrapped up in Egypt by taking 1.5C essentially off the table. Chalin spoke with South African climate activist Sunny Morgan about the futility of COPs, the Loss & Damage fund and his initiative pushing to forgive neo-colonial debt as a climate initiative. Urgent action is needed - join a climate activist group today!

Around the world 1.6 billion people are unbanked and the costs they carry are truly staggering. In this episode Chalin speaks with Hector Terrero of Moneda, a leader in the alternative banking movement in Latin America.

In this episode, Chalin speaks with Thomas Wuchte, the former executive director for the International Institute for Justice and the Rule of Law. They discuss the latest development in Poland, the case for multilateralism and the lessons we can learn.

Welcome to Season 6! Just in time for the 2022 US midterm elections, Chalin speaks with Roshni Nedungadi, Chief Research Officer and Founding Partner at HIT Strategies. They discuss voter grievances, mobilizing voters and what voters need to know heading into Tuesday.

On Sunday, October 30, Brazil heads to the polls to decide one of the most consequential presidential elections in recent history. Earth itself is on the ballot. In this special episode, Chalin sits down with Lauri Tahtinen to discuss the Brazilian political climate and Adriana Ramos to discuss what’s at stake for the planet’s environmental future. Lauri Tahiten is a non-resident senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies with expertise in Brazilian external relations and political economy. Adriana Ramos is the coordinator of the Socio-environmental Policy and Law program at ISA, which is part of the Climate Observatory Networks.

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No domingo, 30 de outubro, o Brasil vai às urnas para decidir uma das eleições presidenciais mais conseqüentes da história recente. A própria Terra está na cédula. Neste episódio especial, Chalin se senta com Lauri Tahtinen para discutir o clima político brasileiro e Adriana Ramos para discutir o que está em jogo para o futuro ambiental do planeta. Lauri Tahiten é associada sênior não residente do Centro de Estudos Estratégicos e Internacionais com expertise em relações externas brasileiras e economia política. Adriana Ramos é coordenadora do programa de Políticas e Direito Socioambiental do ISA, que integra as Redes de Observatórios do Clima.

In this episode, Chalin sits down with Jo and Jess. Together, they discuss the new frontier of psychedelic-assisted therapy and predictions for the future of this space. Jo is a psychedelic integration therapist based in Colorado. Jess is a psychedelic journalist and passionate advocate for the decriminalization of these substances.

In this episode, Chalin speaks with Omar, a French voter from Paris. They discuss the recent presidential election. Omar, a Melenchon supporter, gives his take on the candidates and the state of French politics.

On May 2nd, a draft opinion by the Supreme Court leaked showing the court has voted to overturn Roe vs. Wade, paving the way to ban abortions across the country. We’re re-releasing a conversation we had with Laurie Bertram Roberts, co-founder of the Mississippi Reproductive Freedom Fund and the executive director of the Yellowhammer Fund in Alabama. We urge you to show your support for the women who will be affected by this egregious decision.

In this episode, Chalin speaks with Equality Florida spokesperson, Brandon Wolf. They discuss Brandon’s journey to find community, the horrible attack at Pulse and the fight against Florida’s Don’t Say Gay law.

In this episode, Chalin speaks with Marielle Harrison, a professor from the University of Chicago, to explore the Reptilian Conspiracy Theory, or more simply, Lizard People. We also include a preview of next week’s episode where we speak with Pulse Nightclub survivor and Equality Florida press secretary, Brandon Wolf.

In this episode, we discuss the breaking news of Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas’ wife’s participation in trying to overturn the 2020 Election. We then do a deep dive into all things Ketanji Brown Jackson, the first Black woman to be nominated to the Supreme Court.

In this episode, Chalin speaks with Marielle Harrison, a professor from the University of Chicago, to explore the conspiracy theory known as Q Anon.

In this special episode, we break down what you may have missed in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. We also speak with Olive, a Russian visual artist based in New York. You can learn more about Olive on Instagram at @olive_allen and on Twitter at IamOliveAllen.

In this episode, Chalin sits down with Scott Shane, former NYTimes national security reporter and author of Objective Troy: A Terrorist, a President, and the Rise of the Drone. They discuss the US foreign policy shift in favor of drones and their civilian impact. They also discuss the chilling case of Anwar al-Awlaki, the first US citizen to be chosen for targeted killing by the CIA.

In this episode, we break down what’s happening in Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. We speak with Liza, a Ukrainian student now helping the Ukrainian National forces.

This is the season 4 finale of The Delve! On this episode, our host, Chalin, gives a brief update on why Joe Manchin still sucks and some reasons to be optimistic for 2022. We’ll see you again in January!

In this episode, we speak with Brandon Holmes, co-director at Freedom Agenda. We discuss the conditions at Rikers Island, home to New York City's main jail complex, and why it needs to close.

Africa’s last absolute monarchy, Eswatini, has seen months of ongoing pro-democracy protests. Each one has been met with deadly force by a police and military that answer directly to the King. This week we speak with Thulani Maseko, human rights lawyer and pro-democracy advocate about the situation on the ground in this southern African nation.

Support the eSwatini Solidarity Fund @eswatinisolidarity if you can and share this story far and wide. Without international pressure the King will continue to oppress the Swazi people through violence and terror.

In this episode, we discuss some of the worst politicians currently on the national stage. This includes figures like Mitch McConnell, Ted Cruz, and a few other gems.

In this episode, we speak with Indi Samarajiv, a writer living in Sri Lanka who has had first hand experience with collapse of his state during their civil war. We look at the factors of collapse and how he found connections while growing up in the United States. You can see more of Indi's work through his website Indi.ca and Youtube channel.

In this episode, we speak with Laurie Betram Roberts, the co-founder of the Mississippi Reproductive Freedom Fund and Executive Director of the Yellow Hammer Fund, about reproductive justice in the South, but these issues transcend nationally. We discuss the obstacles women face due to financial hardships, cultural barriers, and GOP-led abortion restrictions.

In this episode, we speak with Charlie Bonner, communications director of MOVE Texas. We discuss the state’s recent voter suppression laws and why he is hopeful for the future.

In this episode, we speak with Guerline Jozef, cofounder and executive director of the Haitian Bridge Alliance. She delves deep into the little known history of this proud and resilient nation.

In this episode, we speak with Guerline Jozef, cofounder and executive director of the Haitian Bridge Alliance. She delves deep into the little known history of this proud and resilient nation.

In this episode, we address covid vaccine hesitancy through a conversation with Heather Simpson, a reformed anti-vaxxer.

In this episode, we speak with pediatrician turned novelist, activist, and all around hero, Nadia Hashimi. We break down what’s happening in Afghanistan and what comes next.

In this episode we interview our host, Chalin Askew, to learn more about his advocacy work and what makes him hopeful for the future.

In this episode, we discuss how Colombians from various cities rose up in protests against a tax reform that sought to generate taxes on the country's middle class.

In this episode, we discuss the completion of the 2020 US Census. We also delve into Trump's biggest legal problem. And for a bonus, we check up on Rudy Giuliani.

We’re taking a break this week, but we want to leave you with some top stories to keep an eye on. We’ll be back next Sunday.

In this episode we explore what it’s like to be a parent during the pandemic. We speak with Professor Laurel Elder from Hartwick College and Professor Steven Greene from North Carolina State University to discuss their research on the ways COVID-19 has been extra hard on American parents.

In this episode, we trace the history of policing in America. We also speak with LAPD Deputy Chief Tingirides and Police Administrator Lopez about what it means to them to 'Defund the Police'.

Mobile technology has become a game changer in the way we have witnessed violent encounters between citizens and the police. In this mini episode, we share a sneak peek of our conversation with the Los Angeles Police Department to get a sense of their awareness of the times and discuss what "Defunding the Police" means to them.

The full interview will be available next Sunday!

In the 2020 election, a Democratic presidential candidate won Arizona for the first time since 1996. There was significant turnout from Latino and Indigenous American communities. In today's episode, we speak with Lily Greenberg Call from Mission for Arizona to discuss the strategy and effort it took to turn Arizona blue.

On March 16th, there were several shootings in the Atlanta area targeting Asian Americans. While this has been the most recent example of Asian American hate crimes, this type of discrimination actually has a steep past. Today we explore the timeline that led to this tragic moment in US history. #NoNotoriety

After the death of George Floyd in 2020, the Black Lives Matter movement grew into an international phenomenon. Today, we speak with Mark, a primary school teacher in London, about how his first protest ever was a BLM demonstration.

In this episode, we speak with Dany Robles and Andrea Canizares-Fernandez from the Sunrise Movement to discuss the Green New Deal and answer all of our climate change questions.

In this episode, we speak with Stanley Wang, a participant in phase 2/3 of the Pfizer COVID-19 Vaccine Trial. We discuss the timeline for vaccine trials, as well as why he felt compelled to participate.

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Tony Ho who is an infectious disease and internal medicine specialist at the UT San Antonio Health System. We discuss the safety and effectiveness of the vaccines, as well as when life might return to “normal.”

In this episode, we speak with Dr. Billy Coleman from the University of Missouri to discuss the similarities between the Civil War era and today -- with music being a standout.