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Recent Entries
1. How to Think About Nuclear Disarmament in the 21st Century
  Saturday, May 30, 2009
2. Pakistan and Afghanistan! Obama's and America's Next Vietnam?
  Saturday, May 09, 2009
3. "Red Highways: A Liberal's Journey Into the Heartland" -- Implications for the Obama Administration
  Saturday, April 11, 2009
4. Tyranny of Oil: The World's Most Powerful Industry--And What We Must Do To Stop It
  Saturday, March 14, 2009
5. A Critical View of Obama's Economic Recovery Plan
  Friday, March 06, 2009
6. Deadlock in California: What's Behind the Breakdown of California Government
  Saturday, February 14, 2009
7. Alameda on the Edge; Alameda's Budget Crisis, the Impact on Public Services and the Future of Alameda Point
  Saturday, January 24, 2009
8. Alameda On The Edge: George Humphreys on Contamination At Alameda Point 1/24/09
  Saturday, January 24, 2009
9. Coming Clean; Breaking America's Addiction to Oil and Coal
  Saturday, January 10, 2009
10. The American Economy After the Elections.
  Wednesday, November 12, 2008
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How to Think About Nuclear Disarmament in the 21st Century

Hear podcast of Randy Rydell, Senior Political Affairs Officer, Office of the High Representative, UN Office for Disarmament Affairs, speak on Nuclear Disarmament.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at May 30, 2009

Pakistan and Afghanistan! Obama's and America's Next Vietnam?

Hear Conn Hallinan talk on U.S. foreign policy in Afghanistan and Pakistan<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at May 9, 2009

"Red Highways: A Liberal's Journey Into the Heartland" -- Implications for the Obama Administration

Hear the podcast of Rose Aguilar's talk<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at April 11, 2009

Tyranny of Oil: The World's Most Powerful Industry--And What We Must Do To Stop It

Hear the podcast: Antonia Juhasz talks about her recent book: "The Tyranny of Oil." << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at March 14, 2009

A Critical View of Obama's Economic Recovery Plan

Hear the podcast: Jack Rasmus, one of America’s leading economists will speak on President Obama’s Economic Recovery plan and present an alternative plan for rescuing working people and the middle class.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at March 6, 2009

Deadlock in California: What's Behind the Breakdown of California Government

Hear the podcast: We welcome Peter Schrag back to the Forum to speak on how the political deadlock in Sacramento is affecting cities, education and social services.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at February 14, 2009

Alameda on the Edge; Alameda's Budget Crisis, the Impact on Public Services and the Future of Alameda Point

Hear the segment discussing contamination at Alameda Point. Summary: There has been much discussion of the impact of our city budget crisis on our public services. At risk are the Mastick Center, Library services, Fire protection, Alameda Hospital and the public schools. Hear various stakeholder speak to these issues with audience participation.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at January 24, 2009

Alameda On The Edge: George Humphreys on Contamination At Alameda Point 1/24/09

This entry is the edited transcript of a presentation made at the Alameda Public Affairs Forum on January 24, 2009. The complete presentation is available as a DVD/CD combo; copies can be obtained by writing to the Alameda Public Affairs Forum (2422 San Antonio Ave, Alameda, CA 94501) for $15.00 (check or money order; includes shipping and handling). << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at January 24, 2009

Coming Clean; Breaking America's Addiction to Oil and Coal

Hear the podcast. Summary: Americans are awakening to just how costly and destructive our fossil-fuel habit has become-to the environment, our national security and stature, our health, and especially our pocketbooks. We want to take action, to move our country down the path to clean energy, but we're not sure how. In his new book, "Coming Clean", Brune provides the road map, showing how we, as motivated citizens, can promote real solutions and collectively pressure government and corporations to change their energy priorities.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at January 10, 2009

The American Economy After the Elections.

Hear the podcast. Summary: Aside from the Presidential Election, no one story dominates the news more than the continuing saga of our failing global economy. The repercussions of the current economic crisis will be played out not over a period of a few months, but for years.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at November 12, 2008

The New Arms Race

No podcast, due to technical difficulties. Summary: Current events in Pakistan, Iran, Iraq, Afghanistan, Georgia, as well as other hotspots, have brought into sharp focus that there is indeed a new arms race in progress. “The endless quest for nuclear superiority is part of the larger gamble that U.S. elites are making with all our futures: that the pursuit of global military dominance will allow them to shore up their slipping economic hegemony for a few decades more. Nuclear weapons ultimately back massive U.S. conventional forces and an aggressive military posture world wide." from a Western States Legal Foundation brief published in Spring 2008 << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at October 15, 2008

The Pornography of Power

Hear the podcast. Summary: Over the past four decades, veteran reporter Robert Scheer has built a reputation as one of the leading journalists in this country, from his time as a war correspondent to his widely read columns today. His is the editor of truthdig.com. Over the years, he has interviewed Presidents Nixon, Carter, Reagan and Clinton. He is the author of seven books. His latest book is The Pornography of Power: How Defense Hawks Hijacked 9/11 and Weakened America. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at September 13, 2008

Ecotopia Revisited - watch video

Watch the video. Summary: Today everyone knows that the future of human society is threatened by global warming and other environmental disasters. Imagine a society where community consciously makes ecological choices over profit! In this video podcast, Ernest Callenbach reflects on his writings in view of the emerging geopolitical, environmental and economic crises we face in the 21st century.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at June 14, 2008

Ecotopia Revisited - download audio

Hear the podcast. Summary: Today everyone knows that the future of human society is threatened by global warming and other environmental disasters. Imagine a society where community consciously makes ecological choices over profit! Bay Area author Ernest Callenbach's seminal novel, Ecotopia (1975), does imagine such a world. Ecotopia, the portrait of an ecologically sustainable society in a future ages, was initially rejected by virtually every publisher in New York. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at June 14, 2008

Financial Crisis in America: The Global Context

Hear the podcast: "The spector hovering above the U.S. economy today is one in which the spearding financial crisis, and the still-deepening credit contraction which is a direct consequence of that financial crisis, is producing a qualitatively different kind of recession--i.e., a significantly deeper and longer economic contraction than has been previously the case with typical post-World War II recessions." from "Financial Crisis, Epic Recession and Depression", a recent article by Jack Rasmus. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at May 10, 2008

California Budget Crisis: How Tax Reform Can Solve It

Hear the podcast. Summary: The budget crisis has been ongoing in California for more than a decade, but now, with the downturn in the economy, there is much more at stake. It is ironic that California is one of the wealthiest states in the country, yet continues to struggle to finance basic infrastructure. The California State Budget impacts cities, counties, schools (K-12 and college/university), and hospital districts.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at April 12, 2008

Alameda Schools Funding Crisis

Hear the podcast. Summary: What can Alameda parents and citizens do about the funding crisis at our local public schools? Join us at this town meeting held March 8, 2008, as we explore the issues. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at March 8, 2008

Stem Cell Research, Cloning and Human Genetic Engineering: The New Eugenics?

Hear the podcast. Summary: In 2004, Californians passed Proposition 71, the California Stem Cell Research and Cures Initiative. The act committed an estimated $6 billion of taxpayers’ money and created the California Institute of Regenerative Medicine. Not well understood is that the initiative prioritized research in human cloning, accelerating market eugenics and increasing the demand for cloning’s raw material: women’s eggs. Come hear a fascinating discussion of the implications of these developments for women’s health, for human reproduction, and for our human future. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at February 9, 2008

Breaking Down Big Oil: How the Industry Works and How to Stop It from Driving War, Destroying the Climate and Decimating Our Democracy

Hear the podcast. Summary: In her book, The Bu$h Agenda: Invading the World, One Economy At A Time, Antonia Juhasz revealed the "oil time-line" driving the war, and how the Bush administration has fundamentally tranformed Iraq's economy, lockin in sweeping advantages to its corporate allies--including increased access to Iraq's oil. The Bush administration has expanded its target to the whole Middle East through the U.S.-Middles East Free Trade Area. Juhasz brings to sharp focus the dangerous fallacy that the United States can combat terrorism and spread democracy through its so-called "free trade" policies. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at January 12, 2008

The Care Crisis: How Women Bear the Burden of a National Emergency

Hear the podcast. Summary: With President Bush's recent veto of the latest attempt to bring a children's health care program initiative to legislation, we find the United States back at "square one" with regard to any kind of comprehensive health care program for its citizens. Individual states, such as California and Oregon, are working on bills that will provide health care for some, but not all. Meanwhile, how does the health care crisis impact the economy and quality of all our lives, and who bears the burden? << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at December 11, 2007

Global Citizenship vs. A New Arms Race - Part II

In the age of "globalization," we have not yet realized and embraced a global dialogue. Jan Kavan explores the role of the United Nations and the UN Millennium Development Goals with regard to human rights, world government oversight, and paths to peace in the face of a new arms race. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at November 10, 2007

Global Citizenship vs. A New Arms Race, Part 1

Hear Part 1 of the podcast. Summary: In the age of "globalization," we have not yet realized and embraced a global dialogue. Jan Kavan explores the role of the United Nations and the UN Millennium Development Goals with regard to human rights, world government oversight, and paths to peace in the face of a new arms race.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at November 10, 2007

Debate on Alameda's Measure A

Hear the podcast. Summary: There has been a lot of discussion, for several years now, about development, redevelopment, growth, and its economic and environmental impact on the community of Alameda. There has also been a lot of talk about providing "affordable housing" in Alameda. What does it all really mean? << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at November 8, 2007

Wal-Mart, the Face of 21st Century Capitalism, Part 2

See Part II of the video from this meeting.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at October 13, 2007

Wal-Mart: The Face of 21st Century Capitalism, Part 1

See Part I of the video. Summary: Wal-Mart has revolutionized marketplace economics in the Twenty-First century. The ACFTU (All-China Federation of Trade Unions), with whose representatives Professor Lichtenstein met on a recent trip to China, is a state run union that works on behalf of Chinese Manufacturers. Wal-Mart sources its merchandise in Chine and depends upon cheap labor for the goods sold here in the United States. Chinese workers are forbidden to organize independent trade unions. Our own Port of Oakland is a major link in the supply chain of Chinese goods to the United States for Wal-Mart. This is an important example of how "local" affairs can only be examined in their "global" context. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at October 13, 2007

The Threat of US War With Iran

Hear the podcast. Summary: Prof. Zunes first spoke at the Forum in July of 2006, at which time his topic was "The U.S. and Iran: Nuclear Proliferation, Terrorism and Regime Change." Much has happened in the past year with regard to U.S. foreign policy toward Iran, and we look forward to being updated on the current looming crisis. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at September 15, 2007

From War to Peace: An Offering of Poetry and Music to Soothe a Suffering World

Hear the spoken word podcast. Summary: from the earliest days through the present era, people have written about war and have hoped for peace. A cultural offering for Bastille Day.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at July 14, 2007

No Child Left Behind? What Is the Conservative, Corporate Agenda for Destroying Our Public Schools?

Throughout the country and here in Alameda, a Federal law entitled "No Child Left Behind" (NCLB) requires testing that undermines your child's education. This law is part of a corporate agenda to destry public education in the United States. Additionally, in California cities, including Alameda, redevelopment drains our schools and other public services of much needed tax revenue funding. Hear our panel of speakers explore these issues vital to every person.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at June 16, 2007

US Weapons of Terror, the Global Proliferation Crisis and Paths to Peace

Hear the podcast. Summary: Jacqueline Cabasso of Western States Legal Foundation speaks about the current struggle to keep the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty and the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty alive and well in the 21st Century during the Bush Administration's War on Terror and continuing struggle in Iraq.<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at May 19, 2007

The Crisis in Africa: Oil, Islam and Darfur

Hear the podcast. Summary: With the world riveted on all the upheaval in the Middle East, it is easy to lose sight of the role Africa plays on the world stage, particularly with regard to the struggle for oil and mineral rights, within a complex matrix of ethnic conflict. Join us for a panel discussion on the Crisis in Africa with Professors Martha Saavedra, Barry Schutz and David Skinner. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at April 14, 2007

The Fight Against Capital Punishment, From Baghdad to San Quentin

Hear the podcast. Summary: Barbara Becnel was in attendance at the execution of Stanley "Tookie" Williams, as one of his chosen witnesses. After a prolonged and agonized execution process, Mr. Willams was pronounced dead. Join us as Ms. Becnel discusses the broader implications of the "theater of death".<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at March 10, 2007

Taking Our Country Back From the Right: A Strategy for Liberals and Progressives for the Coming Two Years

Where does liberal, progressive America go from here? Is there a way to pull America back from the far right agenda to a more centrist position? Join us as we hear Rabbi Lerner's thoughts on how to approach the next Presidential election. << MORE >>

Posted by Editor at February 10, 2007

Playing President: Close Encounters with Nixon, Carter, Reagan and Bush I, and How They Didn't Prepare Me for George W. Bush

Robert Scheer, author and columnist ...<< MORE >>

Posted by Editor at January 1, 2007

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Posted by Editor at July 1, 2004

Iraq: How Did We Get In, How Do We Get Out?

Professor Emeritus, San Francisco State University, speaks on:

"Iraq: How Did We Get In, How Do We Get Out?"

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Posted by Editor at June 1, 2004

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