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Left of Dial
by Benjamin Theobald
Left of Dial is a podcast about progressives and what is happening in the political sphere of Illinois as well as America. Ben Theobald, will be on the ground getting the perspectives of organizers and candidates as well as anyone who wants to speak their mind about what's happening at the local, state, and national level. Podcast hosts are Ben and Pete (depending on schedule) who give their take on the political scene and leftist/progressive ideas.
Episodes
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Episode 14: Continuing the fight for utility protection with No Ameren Shutoffs and Whole Washington feat. Georgia Davenport
Left of Dial is back after a long hiatus because of organizing and mobilizing. We do apologize for the wait. Georgia Davenport joins this episode for an interview to discuss Whole Washington a grassroots organization trying to get a single-payer (Medicare For) All on the ballot in the state of...
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Episode 13: Hey Waukesha, leave those kids lunches alone
It's been another long difficult week with the Supreme Court doing away with the eviction moratorium meaning millions will be facing evictions and also a hurricane hit New Orleans. Also did you know there's still the COVID pandemic and now schools are starting. Not great, Bob! In the local…
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Episode 12: It's A Party In The DSA and Fork You Cuomo
The eviction moratorium has been extended, but for only two months. We talk about the assistance that Americans need with rent and housing. Information and resources/assistance are posted below for those who are in need. Information/websites vary on your location. COVID cases are increasing…
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Episode 11: Policing Minors and Paying Workers a Livable Wage
Left of Dial is back after a long hiatus, Ben is once again joined by Eddie Pratt Jr. to talk about the SWIFT Program in Champaign and Urbana (Illinois). Ben and Eddie were also joined by Marc Girdler of Decatur to talk about Governor JB Pritzker signing a law that bans police in Illinois from...
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Left of Dial Episode 10: Derek Chauvin Trial, Adam Toledo, Activism and Finding Solidarity
Episode 10 leaves right off of the previous one with Ben Theobald and Eddie Pratt Jr. talking about the Derek Chauvin trial. The events at Brooklyn Center in Minnesota. Adam Toledo, a 13-year-old Latino kid who was killed by a police officer in Chicago. Ben and Eddie talk about coping during…
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Episode 9: Continuing the fight for utility protections in Illinois
Ben is joined by Eddie Prat Jr. to discuss an update in the fight for utility protections in the state of Illinois which has now reached the Bloomington (IL) city council. Ben and Eddie discuss the short and long-term effects of those who have their utilities shut off. The moratorium on utilities...
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Left of Dial Episode 8: Fighting For Utility Protections In Illinois
On this episode of Left of Dial, Ben Theobald is joined by Alan Max Axelrod, Eddie Pratt Jr and Beau Barber talk about fighting for utility protections in Illinois after the Illinois Commerce Commission let the moratorium on utilities expire at the end of March. Axelrod is the leader of the...
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Left of Dial Episode 7: Jaya Kolisetty
Ben interviews Jaya Kolisetty, Urbana city council candidate for Ward 4. The municipal election for Urbana (Champaign County) is Tuesday, April 6. Please go vote if you are able. For more information go to https://www.champaigncountyclerk.com/elections or...
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Left of Dial Episode 6: Justin Michael Hendrix (Champaign City Council Candidate)
On this episode of Left of Dial, Ben interviews Justin Michael Hendrix. Hendrix is a write-in candidate for Champaign City Council District 3. Hendrix talked about what motivated him to run and what his priorities would be if he gets elected. A reminder that the municipal election in Champaign...
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Left of Dial Episode 5 featuring Colin Dodson (Urbana City Council Candidate)
Colin Dodson is running for city council in the city of Urbana (Illinois) for Ward 2 on the Socialism and Liberation Party ticket. April 6 (Tuesday) is the day of the municipal election in Urbana and the rest of Champaign County. For more information about the candidates and what is on the…
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Episode 4: Clarissa Nickerson Fourman and the Illinois utility shutoffs moratorium
In this episode, Ben Theobald is joined by Eddie Prat Jr talking about the Illinois Commerce Commission meeting that occurred on 3/18/2021 which voted not to extend the moratorium on utility shutoffs without any discussion or debate, meaning as of now Illinoisans behind on their utility bills…
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Left of Dial: The Election and #NoAmerenShutoffs
On this episode of Left of Dial, Ben interviews Allan Max Axelrod, a member of Champaign-Urbana DSA and activist. Axelrod started the #NoAmerenShutoffs campaign and talks about what has been happening with Illinois governor JB Pritzker and how he has been handling the utility shutoffs and why he...
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Episode 2: The Police
Ben interviews Robert Garcia, an activist an organizer in East Central Illinois. Garcia was in Louisville at the protests that happened after the jury found that the police were not guilty for the killing of Breonna Taylor. Only one of the three officers involved was indicted and it was for first...
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Episode 1: The Party Is Over
Left of Dial hosts Ben and Peter discuss both the DNC and RNC conventions, giving their analysis of the events and the state of the race between Joe Biden and President Donald Trump. Also what does the Progressive Left need to do now that Bernie Sanders is not the nominee and why is America "the...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Left of Dial is a podcast about progressives and what is happening in the political sphere of Illinois as well as America. Ben Theobald, will be on the ground getting the perspectives of organizers and candidates as well as anyone who wants to speak their mind about what's happening at the local, state, and national level. Podcast hosts are Ben and Pete (depending on schedule) who give their take on the political scene and leftist/progressive ideas.
HOSTED BY
Benjamin Theobald
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Left of Dial is a podcast about progressives and what is happening in the political sphere of Illinois as well as America. Ben Theobald, will be on the ground getting the perspectives of organizers and candidates as well as anyone who wants to speak their mind about what's happening at the local,...
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Left of Dial is created and hosted by Benjamin Theobald.
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