The Florida Soapbox

The Florida Soapbox #76

Bill A. — Tue, 25 Dec 2007 19:04:21 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #76, 12/25/07. The show's last episode (for now) , in which I thank some of the people who made it possible.

The Florida Soapbox #75

Bill A. — Thu, 22 Nov 2007 18:47:55 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #75, 11/22/07. In this edition: We come to you on Thanksgiving Day from Puerto Rico! In the news: Supreme Court approves Musharaf election in Pakistan; US country with most minors in prison for life; UN revises world AIDS estimates downward. Also, an audio clip from Noam Chomsky, where he discusses Latin America (courtesy of AlternativeTentacles.com). 20 minutes, 18.5 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #74

Bill A. — Tue, 30 Oct 2007 00:48:23 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #74, 10/29/07. A short, news-only, place-holder episode until I get off my ass and make a real show. In the news: Christina Kirchner wins Argentine presidency; The Gap caught using sweatshops; Americans more stressed than 2 years ago; landless Indians march for rights. 10:38.

The Florida Soapbox #73

Bill A. — Wed, 19 Sep 2007 12:53:47 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #73, 09/19/07. In this edition: British report says war has killed 1.2 million in Iraq; Israel may have destroyed Syria nukes; bloodshed in Ethiopia's Ogaden region. Plus, audio from last week's tribute to Speaker Jim Wright, held in Euless, Texas. We also interview Democratic U.S. Senate candidate Mikal Watts. 27 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox #72

Bill A. — Wed, 05 Sep 2007 20:36:42 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #72, 09/05/07. In this episode: The podcast is on location in New Orleans, Louisiana for the second anniversary of Hurricane Katrina's landfall. We take a look at how things are coming along in the city and the surrounding area and talk to local residents. 31 minutes, 22 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #71

Bill A. — Thu, 30 Aug 2007 01:04:55 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #71, 08/29/07. In this episode: Anti-gay Republican Senator Larry Craig caught soliciting gay sex in restroom; Albania institutes flat-tax in attempt to lure foreign investment; Muqtada Al-Sadr calls time-out; New Orleans murder rate soars two years after Katrina. Also, Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk stops by.

The Florida Soapbox #70

Bill A. — Fri, 20 Jul 2007 13:20:22 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #70, 07/20/07. In this episode: Russia expels British diplomats over Litvinenko suspect dispute; Egypt sends more troops to border with Gaza Strip; Top Democrats fret over support for Israel; Canada to buils up its Navy for Arctic exploration. Plus, some audio from author and activist Arundhati Roy where she speaks about the Iraq War. 15 MBs, 22 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox #68

Bill A. — Sat, 23 Jun 2007 19:12:19 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #68, 06/23/07. In this episode: The Best of Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk, featuring clips of Charlie's reaction to the 2006 mid-term elections and his opinions on the shows of the Progressive Podcast Network. 14 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #67

Bill A. — Thu, 24 May 2007 15:38:28 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #67, 05/24/2007. In this edition: 'Bomb plot' foiled at Jerry Falwell funeral; Fighting between Lebanese Army and Islamic militants; Russian accused of Litvinenko murder by British. Plus, the return from the hospital of Charlie the Conservative Chipmunk, a new promo and some bloopers. 20 minutes, 14.5 MBs. *This episodeis being posted a couple of days late due to technical difficulties. Sorry!*

The Florida Soapbox #66

Bill A. — Wed, 09 May 2007 12:51:11 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #66, 05/09/07. In this edition: Sarkozy defeats Royal in French elections, France doomed; Ecuador says no to trade treaty with U.S.; UN backs Australian force in East Timor; Military families in U.S. at the breaking point; electronic voting under scrutiny in hearings. Plus, we hear from Rennie of the Progressive Geek podcast and Bill addresses some racially sensitive remarks. Alcohol Alert Level: Red Wine. 19MBs, 25 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox #65

Bill A. — Mon, 23 Apr 2007 22:05:55 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #65, 04/23/2007. In this episode: Segolene Royale and Nicholas Sarkozy make it to French election run-off; Supreme Court upholds partial-birth abortion ban; Iraqi PM speaks out against US-built Baghdad Wall. Plus, Bud Kennedy of the Fort Worth Star-Telegram speaks about the role of the local press and we interview Todd Hill of the Mid-Cities Democrats. We also bring you an update on the condition of Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk. 27 minutes, 18MB.

The Florida Soapbox #64

Bill A. — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 12:38:14 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #64, 04/18/2007. In this episode: Egypt arrests 'nuclear spy'; Rep. Dennis Kucinich wants to impeach Dick Cheney; trial of alleged 'dirty bomber' Jose Padilla starts; Sudan to allow UN helicopters into Darfur. Plus, Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk reports live from Iraq. 24 minutes, 17 MB.

The Florida Soapbox #63

Bill A. — Thu, 12 Apr 2007 13:09:01 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #63, 04/12/2007. In this episode: Violence continues in Sri Lanka; Controversy surrounds British sailors who were held by Iran; Experiment shows egalitarianism may be innate; Bill talks about the Don Imus controversy. Plus, a clip of punk rock singer/speaker Jello Biafra being interviewed on radio. 28 minutes, 25 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #62

Bill A. — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 01:04:51 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #62, 03/13/07. OUR ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY SHOW!!! In this edition: Iran angry at Russia over nuclear cut-off; Israeli lobby boos House Speaker Nancy Pelosi; Zimbabwe opposition leader brutally beaten by government forces; British soldiers cleared of Iraq abuse charges; Australia increases its forces in East Timor. Plus, Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk stops by and we celebrate our anniversary by listening to some clips from the last few months. 32 minutes,22.5 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #59

Bill A. — Sun, 21 Jan 2007 16:19:10 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #59, 01/21/2007. In this episode: Hillary Clinton throws hat into Presidential race; Bush talks about health care; US 'allies' funding US enemies in Somalia; missiles found on Lebanese-Syrian border; Japan takes another step toward re-armament. Plus, Charlie the Conservative Chipmunk talks about Iraq the troop surge and we have another Beer Review. 27 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox #58

Bill A. — Sun, 24 Dec 2006 18:59:53 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #58, 12/24/06. Finally, a new episode! In the news: UN passes sanctions against Iran, mentally ill dictator of Turkmenistan dies, President Bush shows appreciation to our troops for being willing to die during the holidays, report states richest 10% own 85% of world's wealth. Plus, Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk tells us what he thinks was the biggest event of 2006. 24 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox #57

Bill A. — Thu, 23 Nov 2006 16:56:25 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #57, 11/23/06. In this episode: Right-wingers protest land reform in Bolivia, Dick Cheney to meet Saudi King, anti-Syrian politician Pierre Gemayel murdered in Lebanon, Wal-Mart $4 prescription drug plan not so great after all. Plus, Ron Schalow, author of the book Bullshit Artist, joins us again to play the game "BushSpeak", where he tries to guess which one of three idiotic quotes was NOT said by President Chimp. Also, our super-computer, the Truth-A-Tron, provides some political analysis. 32:35, 15 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #56

Bill A. — Sat, 18 Nov 2006 15:59:40 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #56, 11/18/06. In this episode: Segolene Royal gets Socialist Party backing to run for President of France, UN condemns Israel over civilian killings, U.S. approval of Bush's handling of Iraq War at all time low of 31%, Netherlands to ban wearing of Muslim burqa. Plus, Beer Reviews and some bloopers. 25:11.

The Florida Soapbox #54

Bill A. — Fri, 03 Nov 2006 00:47:59 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #54, 11/02/06. In this episode: Bill chats with Steve, host of the podcast Doing My Part For The Left (http://refinish69.podomatic.com), about next weeks mid-term elections and what's it like to be a liberal in the conservative state of Texas. Plus, we endorse some candidates running for office across the country. 32 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox #53

Bill A. — Fri, 27 Oct 2006 00:42:04 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #53, 10/26/2006. In this episode: Australian Muslim leader makes controversial remarks about women; Bush not happy with the course of the disastrous war he himself started; Bolivia proposed as candidate for UN Security Council seat; protests against the School of the Americas. Also, Beer Reviews, some bloopers and Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk drops by to talk about the growing influence of Hispanics in the United States. 30:40.

The Florida Soapbox #51

Bill A. — Thu, 12 Oct 2006 13:30:09 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #51, 10/12/2006. In this episode: North Korea threatens U.S.; Nestle threatens British workers; new study reveals 645,000 dead because of Iraq War; U.S. companies sending employees to India for health care. Plus, Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk gives his opinion on Social Security and Bill begins a new section, "Beer Reviews". 29:45.

The Florida Soapbox #50

Bill A. — Wed, 27 Sep 2006 21:16:55 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #50, 09/27/06. Our big 50th anniversary episode is here, celebrating six whopping months! Featuring: Jeff of GOP Exposed, Shelly from Citizen Against Lies, Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk and the Truth-A-Tron. Plus we play some old clips and bloopers. 40 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox #48

Bill A. — Thu, 14 Sep 2006 14:55:57 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #48, 09/14/06. In this episode: Bill talks about 9/11 and the book Bullshit Artist, we chat with Jeff of GOP Exposed about religion. Also, we introduce a new feature, our very own super-computer, the Truth-A-Tron. Plus, promos for The Unimpressed Corps, Citizen Against Lies and Bruno and The Professor.

The Florida Soapbox #47

Bill A. — Thu, 07 Sep 2006 14:23:30 GMT

The Florida Soapox #47, 09/07/06. In this episode: As we approach the 5th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Bill interviews author Ron Schalow about his book Bullshit Artist: The 9/11 Leadership Myth, in which the President's appalling lack of leadership on that fateful day is carefully examined. Also in the news: Bush admits existence of secret CIA prisons, Tony Blair to leave 10 Downing Street by May 2007?, More Israelis falling into poverty while money for war is always available, Castro reportedly recovering quickly and GOP faces pressure on issues this election year. 32:56, 15 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #42

Bill A. — Mon, 07 Aug 2006 17:31:45 GMT

Florida Soapbox #42, Featuring The Best of The Florida Soapbox. Another new show of non-new material, with Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk, some bloopers and the usual left-wing tomfoolery.

The Florida Soapbox #41

Bill A. — Sun, 30 Jul 2006 13:41:03 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #41, 07/30/06. The Best of The Florida Soapbox, featuring Charlie The Conservative Chipmunk, plus the usual political and news related commentary from a left wing perspective.

The Florida Soapbox #40

Bill A. — Sun, 23 Jul 2006 23:41:22 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #40, 07/23/06. In this edition: Israel ground troops go into southern Lebanon, U.S. pressured to sell bombs to Israel, Venezuela admitted to Mercosur trade bloc, Bush refuses to do anything about Middle East crisis except blame Hezbollah, Saddam in hospital due to hunger strike, Florida financial planner kills self and family. **This is the last new episode of the show until possibly September. Check back here during the month of August for episodes of The Best of The Florida Soapbox**. 24:30

The Florida Soapbox #39

Bill A. — Wed, 19 Jul 2006 23:51:23 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #39, 07/19/2006. In this edition: Israel continues bombardment of Lebanon, hundreds of civilians killed so far; Hillary Clinton applauds Israeli slaughter; U.S. government decides to not make evacuees from Lebanon pay their own way after all; Mexico election controversy leads to street protests, Wal-Mart tries to bully critics into silence. We also talk to Michel, a resident of Beirut about the crisis in Lebanon. 34mins, 30 secs.

The Florida Soapbox #28

Bill A. — Fri, 09 Jun 2006 22:55:14 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #28, 06/09/06. In this edition: A special hour-long episode. In the news: Al-Zarqawi gets blown up, strike paralyzes Guinea, more reaction to Ann Cunters stupid comments regarding the 9/11 widows, Senate seeks to repeal Estate Tax to benefit the rich, Israel takes out Palestinian leader. Plus, an interview with independent comic-book artist Carlos Mangual of Tampa, FL. 60 minutes, 28 MBs.

The Florida Soapbox #21

Bill A. — Sun, 21 May 2006 16:28:07 GMT

The Florida Soapbox #21, 05/21/06. In this episode: Iran says honoring nuclear obligations, Iraq war veterans go homeless, poor Americans don't have as much opportunity as we are led to believe, Bush's immigration policy, Ecuador to face U.S. boycott. Plus, Third Party Profiles Part V: Socialist Worker's Party. 30 minutes.

The Florida Soapbox Premiere Podcast

Bill A. — Tue, 14 Mar 2006 02:33:39 GMT