The Free Speech Show- In it's 14th year, the Free Speech Show features smart and funny people talking about the serious issues of our time. Each show has a topic or theme and guests are invited to present their views and opinions and participate in the round table discussion. Hosted by Bill Bronner the show has featured a wide variety of guests including Margaret Cho, Patton Oswalt, Maria Bamford, Paul Provenza and many more.<br /> <br /> Comedy Nation’s Free Speech Show<br /> "Comedy Nation, conquering the world one laugh at a time"<br /> Fridays 1-2 PM PST http://www.newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show 2012 All Rights Reserved http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en-us Wed, 16 May 2012 11:16:35 -0700 johnny@newdissidentradio.com Wed, 16 May 2012 11:15:48 -0700 FeedForAll v2.0 (2.0.3.1) http://www.feedforall.com Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show The Free Speech Show- In it's 14th year, the Free Speech Show features smart and funny people talking about the serious issues of our time. Each show has a topic or theme and guests are invited to present their views and opinions and participate in the round table discussion. Hosted by Bill Bronner the show has featured a wide variety of guests including Margaret Cho, Patton Oswalt, Maria Bamford, Paul Provenza and many more. Comedy Nation’s Free Speech Show "Comedy Nation, conquering the world one laugh at a time" Fridays 1-2 PM PST Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Bill Bronner freespeechshow@gmail.com political comedy, political satire, topical comedy, independent politics, third party, social commentary, leftist, Recession, Environmental comedy, spoof, Bill Maher, smart comedy yes no http://www.newdissidentradio.com/podcasts/FreeSpeech140.jpg http://www.newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html Comedy Nation, conquering the world one laugh at a time 140 140 Our pundits discuss the merits of extending life with the means of drugs and experimental medical techniques. Are the taxpayers getting their money's worth from Medicare or is it simply a factory to facilitate medical fraud? How long is too long to live? These and other hot button topics are bantered about with the amusing political slant the Free Speech Show has become famous for. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com D3EA5DCC-17AB-48DF-8CCF-941202DBBC8F Fri, 11 May 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 015: The "AGING, DEATH AND DYING SHOW" - May 11, 2012 Our pundits discuss the merits of extending life with the means of drugs and experimental medical techniques. Are the taxpayers getting their money's worth from Medicare or is it simply a factory to facilitate medical fraud? How long is too long to live? These and other hot button topics are bantered about with the amusing political slant the Free Speech Show has become famous for. 59:32 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Medical Reform, Medicare, Medicade, Living Wills, Medical Technology, Fraud yes no Bill's crew tackles the ongoing battle of U.S. foreign policy and it's proclivity towards violence. Does America still have the resources and the will to continue fighting for others? Should the Obama administration rethink their drone policies? Why are we still acting as the world's police force? These and other hot political topics are discussed in the informed, amusing manner the Free Speech Show is famous for. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com A0239124-BF62-47A0-850C-C21BEFBA9C0A Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 014: "Is America the World's Bully?" - April 27, 2012 Bill's crew tackles the ongoing battle of U.S. foreign policy and it's proclivity towards violence. Does America still have the resources and the will to continue fighting for others? Should the Obama administration rethink their drone policies? Why are we still acting as the world's police force? These and other hot political topics are discussed in the informed, amusing manner the Free Speech Show is famous for. 59:28 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Drones, Foreign Policy, NATO, Politics, Army, Elections, Iraq, Afghanistan, Redeployment, Cops yes no To celebrate 4/20, the FSS went to pot! Topics include the fight to legalize weed; the true story of how the term 420 came to be a hip lexicon; why California is singled out for federal prosecution; how best to smoke pot while driving thru Utah and why the government is trying to keep pot illegal. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com 20470483-6D7E-400F-9792-D7E197389C56 Fri, 20 Apr 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 013: "The 420 Show" - April 20, 2012 To celebrate 4/20, the FSS went to pot! Topics include the fight to legalize weed; the true story of how the term 420 came to be a hip lexicon; why California is singled out for federal prosecution; how best to smoke pot while driving thru Utah and why the government is trying to keep pot illegal. 59:17 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Pot, 420, Drugs, Prisons, Politics, Marijuana, NRA, Courts, Rehab, Bongs, Hippies, Mormons yes no The panel debates the good, bad and ugly of the war on drugs. How have American drug policies been influenced by race and influence? What does legal drug use in the military effect our ability to defend the Homeland? Just how much does it cost to incarcerate a drug offender and is it worth it? Catch the topical discussion between Bill Bronner and his 'expert' panel as they evaluate the war no drugs and the future of U.S. drug policy. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com F3CB6630-0E36-456E-89C4-10DF93E66E34 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 012: "The War on Drugs Show" - April 13, 2012 The panel debates the good, bad and ugly of the war on drugs. How have American drug policies been influenced by race and influence? What does legal drug use in the military effect our ability to defend the Homeland? Just how much does it cost to incarcerate a drug offender and is it worth it? Catch the topical discussion between Bill Bronner and his 'expert' panel as they evaluate the war no drugs and the future of U.S. drug policy. 59:30 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Drugs, DEA, Pot, DUI, Prisions, Race, Homeland Security, Three Strikes, Rehab, 12-Step, Smuggling, Mandatory Sentencing yes no Is there a God? Why does Jesus love to leave his image on toast and tree trunks? Is organized religion dated and on it's way out? How does money and the need for it effect religion and its followers? How does organized religion continue to be so universally sexist? All these topics plus many more are debated by Bill Bronner, James Tripp, Laurie Buckley and Dave Plunkett. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com E50B8AC1-04DF-4EA6-8F0B-8054ED6B8D8E Fri, 6 Apr 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 011: "Spirituality" -- what it means and who has it. - April 6, 2012 Is there a God? Why does Jesus love to leave his image on toast and tree trunks? Is organized religion dated and on it's way out? How does money and the need for it effect religion and its followers? How does organized religion continue to be so universally sexist? All these topics plus many more are debated by Bill Bronner, James Tripp, Laurie Buckley and Dave Plunkett. 59:45 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Religion, Spirituality, Televangelism, Heaven and Hell, Salvation, Tithing, Politics yes no Bill turns his panel lose on how Big Brother is watching us all and what we can do about it. The popularity of drones and GPS devices prove how everyone is subject to hidden surveillance and eavesdropping by unknown persons and organizations. If you are concerned about your privacy, you need to listen to this show. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com C5635ED5-75D9-41FE-ACD5-CF3E9F6B6054 Fri, 23 Mar 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 010: "PRIVACY IN THE DIGITAL AGE" - March 23, 2012 Bill turns his panel lose on how Big Brother is watching us all and what we can do about it. The popularity of drones and GPS devices prove how everyone is subject to hidden surveillance and eavesdropping by unknown persons and organizations. If you are concerned about your privacy, you need to listen to this show. 58:59 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Surveillance, Drones, CIA, Privacy, Civics, Rights yes no Sounds simple, but not when host Bill Bronner engages guests James Trip, Dave Plunkett and Laurie Buckley to tackle the subject. Whatever happened to "Restless Leg Syndrome" ? Why is big Pharma spending ten times more on advertising than R & D? How have recreational drugs changed American society? Is there hope for the next generation of drug users and abusers? Hear our panelists' unique takes on these topics and lots more! http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com 1817B418-2A36-4D3E-81F7-0DE298EF65AC Fri, 16 Mar 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 009: "Drugs, Medicinal and Recreational" - March 16, 2012 Sounds simple, but not when host Bill Bronner engages guests James Trip, Dave Plunkett and Laurie Buckley to tackle the subject. Whatever happened to "Restless Leg Syndrome" ? Why is big Pharma spending ten times more on advertising than R & D? How have recreational drugs changed American society? Is there hope for the next generation of drug users and abusers? Hear our panelists' unique takes on these topics and lots more! 58:11 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Drugs, Pharma, Addiction, Recovery, Pot, Drug Laws, Pills, Cocaine yes no Is the sale of the Dodgers just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to sports related financial shenanigans? Will Internet gambling ever be legal? How can states allow a lottery, yet keep casino gambling illegal? Can soccer be stopped from spreading? Catch The Free Speech Show for our animated takes on these burning issues and other sports related topics. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com 071D4D64-5367-4CCE-BD3D-4A964B65AA7E Fri, 9 Mar 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 008: "Sports--the New Opiate of the People" - March 9, 2012 Is the sale of the Dodgers just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to sports related financial shenanigans? Will Internet gambling ever be legal? How can states allow a lottery, yet keep casino gambling illegal? Can soccer be stopped from spreading? Catch The Free Speech Show for our animated takes on these burning issues and other sports related topics. 59:09 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Sports, Dodgers, Gambling, Internet Betting, Soccer, Baseball, Football, NFL, MLB yes no Host Bill Bronner and guests Laurie Buckley, James Tripp and Dave Plunkett. Admitted mistakes include sex with the wrong person(s); lawsuits from hell; investment scams; bad employment choices; friends that weren't; Facebook de-friending; pot scams and law enforcement run-ins that ended badly. If you like to laugh at the expense of others, this show is for you! http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com 3F329B92-3DD7-4314-86AF-797AF96E7A7E Fri, 2 Mar 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 007: "Mistakes, I've Made a Few" - March 2, 2012 Host Bill Bronner and guests Laurie Buckley, James Tripp and Dave Plunkett. Admitted mistakes include sex with the wrong person(s); lawsuits from hell; investment scams; bad employment choices; friends that weren't; Facebook de-friending; pot scams and law enforcement run-ins that ended badly. If you like to laugh at the expense of others, this show is for you! 56:55 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Mistakes, Marijuana; Divorce, Lawsuits, Fraud yes no On this week's show, Bill Bronner moderates the topic, "Are We Living in a Police State?". Guests Laurie Buckley, James Tripp and Dave Plunkett cover a wide range of issues, including the domestic use of drones by U.S. police forces and the movement to privatize America's prison system. Share their interesting takes on what we can do to help keep America 'the beacon of freedom to the world'. The show also includes a spirited and funny debate on what to do when you've had enough of the government's invasion of your privacy. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com E04803CE-D03E-4936-A7ED-183D29BF4389 Fri, 24 Feb 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 006: "Are We Living in a Police State?" - February 24, 2012 On this week's show, Bill Bronner moderates the topic, "Are We Living in a Police State?". Guests Laurie Buckley, James Tripp and Dave Plunkett cover a wide range of issues, including the domestic use of drones by U.S. police forces and the movement to privatize America's prison system. Share their interesting takes on what we can do to help keep America 'the beacon of freedom to the world'. The show also includes a spirited and funny debate on what to do when you've had enough of the government's invasion of your privacy. 56:50 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Politics, Law, Crime, Technology, Human Rights yes no Don't miss this unique discussion of Valentine's Day with pundits Bill Bronner, James Tripp and Laurie Buckley. Is romance in the 21st century different? Do alternative lifestyle choices enhance or detract from developing meaningful relationships? Who should take the lead, men or women when it comes to courting? All this and more, on The Free Speech Show, live from the city of angels. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com 6BA96738-B0D8-48CA-BBD1-8322F52DF7F8 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 005: "What's Love Got To Do With It?" - February 10, 2012 Don't miss this unique discussion of Valentine's Day with pundits Bill Bronner, James Tripp and Laurie Buckley. Is romance in the 21st century different? Do alternative lifestyle choices enhance or detract from developing meaningful relationships? Who should take the lead, men or women when it comes to courting? All this and more, on The Free Speech Show, live from the city of angels. 58:18 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Love, Relationships, Courtships, Equality, Valentine's Day, Marriage, Romance, Dating yes no This fascinating and insightful installment of The Free Speech Show covers the gamut of topical conversation from Ron Paul's alternative political thoughts, to the American War Machine's increasing reliance on drones to fight our wars. Check out how host Bill Bronner corrals James Tripp, Laurie Buckley and Dave Plunkett into an in-depth discussion of today's burning issues. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com 5774C7A2-7A70-4551-AE0F-9B2DEBC59B11 Fri, 3 Feb 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 004: The Decline of the American Dream - February 3, 2012 This fascinating and insightful installment of The Free Speech Show covers the gamut of topical conversation from Ron Paul's alternative political thoughts, to the American War Machine's increasing reliance on drones to fight our wars. Check out how host Bill Bronner corrals James Tripp, Laurie Buckley and Dave Plunkett into an in-depth discussion of today's burning issues. 53:40 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show Politics, Elections, Ron Paul, Mitt Romney, War, Drones, Iraq, Congress yes no Social activism, worker’s rights and America’s financial future are all vetted in the unique style that makes The Free Speech Show one of Dissident Radio’s most popular shows. Host Bill Bronner aides and abets panelists James Tripp and Lorie Buckley in a whirlwind discussion of America’s political past, present and future. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com F34604E7-C0D7-4B25-A1CF-2A9280E4A4D3 Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 003 - January 27, 2012 Social activism, worker’s rights and America’s financial future are all vetted in the unique style that makes The Free Speech Show one of Dissident Radio’s most popular shows. Host Bill Bronner aides and abets panelists James Tripp and Lorie Buckley in a whirlwind discussion of America’s political past, present and future. 54:22 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show yes no Check out this hilarious and poignant installment of The Free Speech Show to hear how guest commentators Pat Devine, Laurie Buckley and James Tripp handled the topic of “Getting Involved”. You’ll laugh out loud as host Bill Bronner leads this all-star panel through a perilous, yet amusing discussion of how ‘we the people’ can personally get involved to lead the change America needs. http://newdissidentradio.com/free_speech_show.html freespeechshow@gmail.com 1D798A2C-7F83-4AAD-8157-867F4F2A3914 Fri, 20 Jan 2012 14:00:00 -0800 Episode 002 - January 20, 2012 Check out this hilarious and poignant installment of The Free Speech Show to hear how guest commentators Pat Devine, Laurie Buckley and James Tripp handled the topic of “Getting Involved”. You’ll laugh out loud as host Bill Bronner leads this all-star panel through a perilous, yet amusing discussion of how ‘we the people’ can personally get involved to lead the change America needs. 58:21 Comedy Nation's Free Speech Show yes no