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The Lean to the Left Podcast

Welcome Thoughtful AmericansIf you're a progressive concerned about political & social issues? You belong HERE at Lean to the Left, where you'll find no-holds-barred commentary, current political news, interviews with fascinating people, top experts, and others with incredibly interesting stories to tell. In fact, you'll never know who'll show up at Lean to the Left. It's unique and compelling journalism with a splash of humor and a dash of sarcasm.I'm your host, Bob Gatty, presenting my take on what's happening today from a liberal, progressive perspective. You'll find info and commentary about issues like the environment, human rights, health, racism, education and other issues of concern today.I co-authored "Hijacked Nation: Donald Trump's Attack on America's Greatness", two volumes of essays about Trump's dangerous policies. Links: Vol. 1: https://amzn.to/3WNrfjH; Vol. 2: https://amzn.to/3SSsGMM. Meanwhile, my co-author, CJ Waldron and I, are hard at work on a follow-up volume, bringing readers up to date on developments since those editions were published. So, watch for that on Amazon.The Lean to the Left podcast, now completing its fourth year, was launched as part of our blog site, LeantotheLeft.net, which had its beginnings in 2017 in response to Donald Trump’s bullying and name-calling tactics and his attacks on the mainstream news media. Our goal was to set the record straight on Trump’s claims and divisive rhetoric, which has continued through his defeat by President Joe Biden, unfounded claims of election fraud, the January 6, 2021 insurrection, and his efforts to regain the Presidency.I bring to this effort a wealth of experience as political journalist and editorial services company president, previously having served two members of Congress, one Republican and the other a Democrat, as chief of staff and press secretary. ,If you share these concerns and want to stay abreast of key political developments with insight from experts and pointed commentary tinged with humor, please subscribe to this channel . For more info, please visit my website.
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Update frequency
every 3 days
Average duration
26 minutes
Episodes
787
Years Active
2020 - 2025
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Lessons from 'Coming Out'- Strategies to Get Unstuck

Lessons from 'Coming Out'- Strategies to Get Unstuck

John Neral was 10 years old when his mom told him not to go to bed with a woman until he was married. 18 years later, he came out to his parents as gay. Today, he stresses that how we "show up matter…
00:34:55  |   Wed 27 Sep 2023
Dr. Pamela Gurley-Respect Her Choice

Dr. Pamela Gurley-Respect Her Choice

It's a common experience for a woman to look a man in the eye, and tell him "no." Regardless of her reason, "no" should be a simple word that carries little weight beyond the moment. Unfortunately, f…
00:30:40  |   Sat 23 Sep 2023
Rebecca Bratspies-Working for Environmental Justice

Rebecca Bratspies-Working for Environmental Justice

Today we’re focusing on the environmental challenges facing our world today with Rebecca Bratspies, founding director of the Center for Urban Environmental Reform.

She’s the author of an award-winning…
00:43:09  |   Thu 21 Sep 2023
Climate Change Progress, Progress or Paper Tigers--Five Southeastern States

Climate Change Progress, Progress or Paper Tigers--Five Southeastern States

What are individual states doing to reduce reliance on fossil fuels by turning to renewable resources like the wind and the sun?

As we see in this episode with energy scientist Jack Kerfoot, that Nor…
00:45:29  |   Sun 17 Sep 2023
Dr. Regina Lark-The Injustice of Women's Work

Dr. Regina Lark-The Injustice of Women's Work

Do you believe equity has finally come to the workplace; that women are now being treated equally with men in business today?

This episode of the Lean to the Left podcast features Dr. Regina Lark, aut…
00:51:33  |   Tue 12 Sep 2023
Andy Frye, Rock N Roll, Time Travel & Baseball

Andy Frye, Rock N Roll, Time Travel & Baseball

Here we are in the middle of a ton of political news with a bunch of GOP wannabes challenging Trump for the nomination, Trump’s four indictments and upcoming trials, the Republicans going after Hunte…
00:45:05  |   Fri 08 Sep 2023
Mark Barnes-Beating Father Time

Mark Barnes-Beating Father Time

Do you want to live to 100? That's the goal of Mark Barnes, co-author of Hacking Life After 50: 10 Ways to Beat Father Time and Live a Long, Healthy, Joy-Filled Life. He’s a longtime educator, entrep…
00:45:06  |   Tue 05 Sep 2023
Joel A. Davis Brown, LGBTQ+ Leadership

Joel A. Davis Brown, LGBTQ+ Leadership

Hey guys, welcome to the Lean to the Left podcast, where we talk about progressive politics and the important social issues of our time. Today we’re looking at leadership and what some might think is…
00:46:13  |   Thu 31 Aug 2023
Climate Change Progress-The Southwest

Climate Change Progress-The Southwest

The renewable energy industry -- wind, solar, and geothermal energy -- generates far more jobs than coal, and those jobs pay well and won't end when the coal mines are depleted and shut down.

That's t…
00:41:24  |   Mon 28 Aug 2023
Participatory Photography, Reforming Probation

Participatory Photography, Reforming Probation

To counter negative stereotypes afflicting probation clients across the country, award-winning filmmakers/editors, Jonathan Fisher and George Carrano handed cameras to people in the probation system …
00:38:48  |   Thu 24 Aug 2023
Dixie Dems-The Trump Indictments

Dixie Dems-The Trump Indictments

Hey guys, welcome to the Lean to the Left podcast.

Today we’re talking politics, and with me are Arthur Hill, from North Carolina, and Robert Thompson, from Georgia. I’m a Maryander transplanted into…
00:41:06  |   Mon 21 Aug 2023
Dan McCrory-How Capitalism Has Killed the Middle Class

Dan McCrory-How Capitalism Has Killed the Middle Class

A couple years ago, a long-time labor activist, Dan McCrory, wrote a book called “Capitalism Killed the Middle Class: 25 Ways the System is Rigged Against You.” He firmly believes that a strong labor…
00:37:36  |   Thu 17 Aug 2023
Raped as Child, Bringing Joy Today

Raped as Child, Bringing Joy Today

When Shana Francesca, our guest today, was just three years old, she was raped by her babysitter's boyfriend. When she was older, she was the victim of attempted sex abuse by her father, an evangelic…
00:40:27  |   Fri 11 Aug 2023
A Son's Suicide: A Mom Tells Her Story

A Son's Suicide: A Mom Tells Her Story

As a single mom to her only child, Barbara Legere journeyed alongside her son through his mental health issues and addiction. She wrote a memoir about her son’s suicide, called “Keven’s Choice: A Mot…
00:35:28  |   Wed 09 Aug 2023
Climate Change: The Sword of Damocles

Climate Change: The Sword of Damocles

Warning that the environmental consequences of climate change are already upon us, energy scientist Jack Kerfoot and Maya van Rossum, originator of the Green Amendment, are calling upon voters to ele…
01:01:25  |   Sun 06 Aug 2023
William C. Judge-The Wonder of it All

William C. Judge-The Wonder of it All

Our guest today is author William C. Judge, whose new book “The Wonder of it All” shares the inspirations of his life experiences and profound reflections that shape his view of the world.

As the For…
00:30:34  |   Fri 04 Aug 2023
Marty Irby-Fighting Big Ag, USDA Corruption

Marty Irby-Fighting Big Ag, USDA Corruption

Can you be a big-time Trump supporter and still lobby to protect animals and family farmers at a right wing organization? In the case of our guest today, the answer is no, and it’s cost him the leade…
00:34:22  |   Sun 30 Jul 2023
Climate Change: The Midwest-Renewable Jobs Outpace Coal

Climate Change: The Midwest-Renewable Jobs Outpace Coal

Renewable energy sources, including solar and wind, far outpace coal when it comes to generating jobs even in states where fossil fuels are the primary source of energy, according to scientist and en…
00:38:37  |   Thu 27 Jul 2023
Dixie Dems-Cutting Through the Republican BS

Dixie Dems-Cutting Through the Republican BS

On this Dixie Dems episode of the Lean to the Left podcast, you'll hear Georgia Republican wacko Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene laud President Biden for all of the great work he's done since his electio…
00:37:48  |   Sun 23 Jul 2023
Addressing the Student Loan Catastrophe

Addressing the Student Loan Catastrophe

With the Supreme Court’s rejection of President Biden’s debt relief program, millions of borrowers will have to resume their payments in October.

For about 804,000 others, recent executive action by t…
00:24:57  |   Tue 18 Jul 2023
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