Progressive Voices

🌈 56 Years of Pride: Are We Really Any Further? | Karel Cast Ep. 25‑87 ⸻ Description: 🔥 June 29, 1969 — the spark that ignited a movement. The Stonewall Uprising was our Fort Sumter, our beginning. Now, 56 years later… we ask: What has truly changed? In this episode of The Karel Cast, Karel dives into: • 🌈 Why it’s called Pride — and whether being LGBTQ+ still requires courage • 🏳️‍🌈 The erosion of progress: Republicans targeting gay marriage again • 💥 The power of visibility vs the reality of political regression • ⚖️ Diddy’s trial, Trump’s likely pardon, and the corruption of consequences • 🎭 Kevin Spacey wins awards — does talent excuse history? And what does it say to survivors? This isn’t just a Pride Month recap — it’s a reckoning. 💬 Let’s get real. Are we proud? Are we safe? And are we being heard? 🎙️ Stream on Spotify, Apple, iHeart and more 📺 Watch, comment & subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 🩷 Support independent voices at patreon.com/reallykarel 🐾 Broadcasting live from Las Vegas with Ember, Mon–Thurs 10:30am PST ⸻ 🔑 Hashtags (comma-separated): #PrideMonth, #Stonewall56, #LGBTQHistory, #GayRights, #KarelCast, #QueerVoices, #RepublicansVsRights, #GayMarriage, #LGBTQPride, #ProgressOrNot, #KevinSpacey, #CancelCulture, #SexualAssaultSurvivors, #TrumpPardon, #PoliticalCommentary, #QueerMedia, #DiddyTrial, #LGBTQNews, #RadicalVisibility, #EmberDoesVegas https://youtube.com/live/nYs0G6qFhdU

How are young people pushing back against a potential rollback that could once again block DACA recipients, or Dreamers, and thousands of others from enrolling in Affordable Care Act coverage? And why do advocates call this potential move by the Trump administration extremely dangerous? To find out, we spoke with Kristin McGuire, Executive Director of Young Invincibles, the nation’s largest young adult policy and advocacy organization. Kristin leads efforts to elevate the voices of young adults in the political process and expand their access to economic opportunity. This is the second episode in our two-part series. Check out the Transcript and Show Notes for more! And please keep Code WACK! on the air with a tax-deductible donation.

📢 PROOF Congress REFUSES To Do Their Job | Karel Cast Ep. 25-86 Description: 🚨 Congress had one job — and they blew it. In this explosive episode of The Karel Cast, Karel breaks down how over 129 Democrats joined Republicans to block articles of impeachment against Donald Trump, despite his blatant violations of the law — including launching unauthorized military strikes on Iran. Only 69 brave lawmakers (including AOC and Bernie Sanders) stood up and said “enough.” So what does this say about Democratic cowardice, accountability, and the future of American democracy? 🧨 Plus: A Democratic Socialist Muslim wins the Democratic Primary for NYC Mayor — a powerful sign of political change or just a blip? 🔥 You follow rules or you’re fired. Why doesn’t Congress? 🎙️ Watch now, get outraged, and stay informed. Like, subscribe, and support the show at patreon.com/reallykarel 📲 Stream on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeart, Spreaker and more. 📺 Follow on YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram @reallykarel 🐾 Live from Las Vegas with Karel and Ember, Mon–Thurs at 10:30am PST. ⸻ Hashtags: #CongressFail, #ImpeachTrump, #KarelCast, #PoliticalCorruption, #Democrats, #BernieSanders, #AOC, #ProgressiveVoices, #AccountabilityNow, #IranStrike, #DJT, #Midterms2025, #BlueCowards, #NYCPolitics, #SocialistMayor, #MuslimCandidates, #DoYourJob, #LGBTQVoices, #NewsCommentary,

Is America Beating the Empathy Out of Us? | Karel Cast Ep. 25-25 Description: Trump announces a ceasefire that lasts just 12 minutes and then unleashes a profanity-laced rant—why don’t I care? Another promise broken by Trump and his loyalists—why doesn’t it faze me? LGBTQ suicide prevention services are defunded—this should devastate me… but it doesn’t stick. And when record-breaking heat slams the U.S., I don’t even blink. From absurd headlines to real tragedies, I’m asking the big question: Is America beating the empathy out of us? In today’s Karel Cast, I dig into why emotional burnout is becoming the norm and whether it’s okay to prioritize your dog, your friends, and your survival over everything else. Is it apathy? Or is it self-preservation in a country gone mad? ⚡ Watch, like, subscribe and support at patreon.com/reallykarel 🎙️ Stream everywhere: Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Spreaker and more 📺 Catch video clips on TikTok and Instagram @reallykarel 🐾 Broadcasting live Mon–Thurs 10:30am PST from Las Vegas with my girl Ember #Hashtags: #KarelCast, #EmotionalBurnout, #EmpathyCrisis, #TrumpNews, #LGBTQRights, #MentalHealthMatters, #ClimateChange, #PoliticalFatigue, #NewsCommentary, #ApathyOrSurvival, #QueerVoices, #ProgressiveMedia, #PodcastLife, #LasVegasLife, #DogDad, #CultureCritic, #LGBTQPodcast, #CurrentEvents, #KarelAndEmber, #NewsFatigue https://youtube.com/live/LYZ0cRBw5a8

🚨 An Illegitimate President Just Started an Illegal War | Karel Cast Ep. 25-84 This weekend, Donald Trump launched airstrikes against a nation that hasn’t attacked us, hasn’t threatened us, and reportedly has no nuclear capabilities — all without congressional approval, UN support, or public discussion. 🇺🇸 Why? To continue acting as Israel’s proxy, spending $250 million of our taxpayer money to escalate a war no one asked for — and no one fully understands. And yet, the media barely flinched. No outcry. No protest. Just more war… while the American people foot the bill and wait for the fallout. 🎵 Also in this episode: A personal reflection on self-doubt, creativity, and why so many of us struggle to feel “enough” — even when we are. Especially after recording a new song, I found myself wrestling with that voice. Do you? This is The Karel Cast — unfiltered, fearless, and unapologetically honest. 📺 Subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel 💖 Support the show at patreon.com/reallykarel 🎙️ Stream on Apple, Spotify, iHeart, and more 📱 Follow on TikTok & Instagram: @reallykarel