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"The Laura Flanders Show" (26.5 minutes)

Monopoly capitalism may be on its last legs! This week, economist Michael Hudson joins us to say his predictions on the Trump budget have come true and seem to suggest, more than ever, that capitalism is not only a disservice to the people, but it's also unsuccessful.

"The Con Mannity Show" (4 minutes)

In this parody of a well-known U.S. propaganda channel, Robert Reich plays “Rox News” host Con Mannity, an old-school conservative who believes in reducing the deficit, states' rights, free trade, and standing up to the Russians. But lately everything seems upside down.

"The Power of Prosecutors" (14.5 minutes)

Prosecutors have used their power to pack jails and prisons. But as this series of short videos reveals, prosecutors also have the power to dismantle this machine — even without changing a single law.

"Why I Choose Humanism Over Faith" (10.5 minutes)

Leo Igwe doesn't believe in divine intervention. He believes in the power of human beings to cure disease, preserve the planet and turn situations of poverty into prosperity. Igwe shares how humanism can free Africans from damaging superstitions and give them the power to rebuild the continent.

"Everyone’s Channel" (60 minutes)

This documentary takes a look at the early history of community television in the U.S. It provides an overview of the people, ideas, and technological developments that helped make public access TV a reality.

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Episode Number: 
678
Duration: 
1 hour 58 min
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Category: 
DCTV - Sponsored Programs
Disposition: 
DCTV Digital Library
Format: 
MPEG2 - MP4