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Greg Guma has been a writer, editor, historian, and progressive manager for half a century, leading organizations and social justice campaigns in Vermont and across the country.
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For several years, Greg Guma has researched his family’s roots in Italy. In this episode, he presents some of what he has learned, beginning with thoughts on the region’s troubled history, then focusing on the story of two brothers — grandfather Bruno, who emigrated to the US in 1902 and became a successful businessman, and his more ... See More -
This timely study, also available as a paperback and e-book, examines the challenges confronting journalism in a post-modern era characterized by fraud and scandal, questionable elections, corrupt leaders, and phony news. Author Greg Guma argues that sophisticated tools are used by governments and private interests to promote false or ... See More -
How Bernie Built The Movement: Part One. As the 2020 presidential race heats up, Greg sits down with journalist Eliza Collins to discuss how the Sanders revolution began in Burlington, Vermont, his accomplishments as mayor, and how he has developed political coalitions that can win. Part One features stories about Burlington waterfront ... See More -
In this episode, Greg looks into the state of America’s breakdown, the problem of Kentucky, rating Mueller’s performance, Vermont and the F-35s, Bernie Sanders and Cardi B, reviewing the Democratic Debate, and how Donald Trump and Sarah Palin paved the way for a new Dark Age. -
In this episode, Greg examines the FBI’s new focus on conspiracy theories, beginning with the threats posed by QAnon and “deep state” paranoia. But he also goes deeper, questioning the government’s current response strategy, looking at some questions raised about HAARP and Wikileaks, and offering suggestions on how to navigate in an era ... See More -
Rare productions and performances from the past, including Prisoners of the Real: From Here to Paradise — An odyssey in sound and thought. Recorded in 1992, #1 of this archival series incorporates ideas from Greg’s book, Prisoners of the Real, with a mix of jazz, folk, and world music. It’s core message: If we are going to rescue and ... See More -
Installing the Shah, when Saddam was our guy, the Trilateral worldview and Bush league double talk — These are just a few of the topics covered in a wide-ranging discussion. Recorded live in September 2002, it marked Greg’s first appearance on The Howie Rose Show, the start of a 15-year run on two Vermont radio stations. Opening with ... See More -
Regular episodes including: #2 Breaking Up the Men’s Club, which looks at Vermont’s record on women’s rights, Burlington’s other progressive mayors, and Instant Run Off voting; #6 This Too Will Pass; #7 Doomsday Scenarios; #8 Watergate Blues; #9 Orwellian Days; #10-12 Planet Pacifica; #13 Mind Games
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Upheaval, Realignment and Pollina’s Winding Road: This episode will look at some of the reasons why progressives in Vermont found themselves on the defensive just as Bernie Sanders was emerging nationally, poverty in the state, and the political evolution of Progressive leader Anthony Pollina.
