Attitude with Arnie Arnesen

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Aug 2026

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Recovering politician Arnie Arnesen's daily public affairs interview show from WNHN Radio in Concord, New Hampshire and the Pacifica Radio Network. Arnie hosts progressive voices from politics, journalism, industry, and academia. She talks electric cars with Barry Woods, she talks Texas with Scott Braddock, she talks Congress with Rho Khanna, she talks gun culture, she talks limericks, she talks campaigns ... ]]>

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August 14, 2026Episode 104658 min

Episode 1046: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 14 2026

art 1:We talk with David Giscom about "The Myth of Red Texas".We discuss Texas history, especially the history of Texas progressives. It is time to acknowledge the populist movements in Texas. "Why is it that those who work least get the most, and those who work most get the least." It is time to disprove the 'California Hypotheses', which blames California liberals for ill in Texas.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Aaron Rosenthal.We discuss the recent primaries in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Candidate quality proved important in both states. Labels alone were not as decisive. WNHNFM.ORG production

August 13, 2026Episode 104559 min

Episode 1045: Arnie ARnesen Attitude August 13 2026

Part 1:We talk with Cyrus Farivar about prediction markets.We explore how prediction markets such as Polymarket and Kalshi work. We discuss how these kinds of markets ae monetizing the outcomes of natural disasters, and may create perverse incentives.Part 2:We talk with James Baratta about the planned merger of the Union Pacific Railroad and Norfolk Southern Railroad systems. This would be the largest rail merger ever, and create a coast-to-coast monopoly in the US. We discuss the effect on price of shipped goods, the rail employees, and on the economy overall. WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

August 12, 2026Episode 104458 min

Episode 1044: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 12 2026

Part 1:We talk with Rachel Rebouche, Chair in Law and Professor of Law at University of Texas at Austin School of Law.We discuss with Prof. Rebouche the extension of the Dobbs approach to abortion being pushed by the Republicans and their allies in the Christian Nationalist movement. Their goal is to disallow abortions for ALL in the US, not just the states that already have this draconian practice.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry, two time candidate for Governor of Connecticut.We discuss the recent primary victories of progressive Democrats, and Democratic Socialists. We discuss how the 'mainstream' Democrats are reacting, and resisting this trend, though the electorate is favoring progressive ideas. WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

August 11, 2026Episode 104358 min

Episode 1043: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 11 2026

Part 1:We talk with Julie Rovner, Chief Washington Correspondent who hosts KFF health News and Policy News broadcast.We discuss how Medicare for all would help Americans. We discuss the history of private health care, and how is is not working for Americans.Part 2:We talk with James M. Thomas, Professor of Sociology at the University of Mississippi.We discuss racism, and how the idea the "race doesn't matter" is actually false, since all aspects of American life are suffused with racism. Resegregation of schools demonstrates it, as do other aspects of American life. We all need to do the 'talk' with children. WNHNFM.ORG production

August 10, 2026Episode 104257 min

Episode 1042: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 10 2026

This is a panel discussion with our guests: Adam Finkel, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare, Jamie Rowen.The topics:Part 1:The National Parks AdministrationWhat is 'electability' in today's political climateRed-baiting: 'communists', 'socialists'Whistle-blower protections seem to have been abolished by this administrationWhat are the costs of DOGE?Part 2:Who are the 'Leninists' ? Are they not the Republicans?"The last Republican president?"The housing crisisfascism and instabilityClimate change is burning us allTrump's executive order regarding student visas: how will this affect us all? The colleges and universities that depend on international student dollars?Job losses among all US residents due to aggressive immigration policies.Hacked water systems. WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "This is how every empire falls, " John Prine

August 7, 2026Episode 104157 min

Episode 1041: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 7 2026

Part 1:We talk with Harvey Kronberg, publisher of the Texas Quorum Report.We discuss the upcoming elections in Texas, particularly what is happening in Tarrant County (Dallas/Fort Worth). Redistricting and reduction in the number of polling places has caused confusion among voters. We also discuss the effect of AI data center construction. Voters are concerned about the effects on power consumption, and on water consumption. Approvals have been halted.Part 2:We talk with Bill Curry and Ryan Cooper.We discuss the pandemic history revision that Republicans seem to have adopted. The attacks on Dr. Fauci have escalated. We also discuss insider trading by government officials.WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

August 6, 2026Episode 104059 min

Episode 1040: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 6 2026

Part 1:We talk with David Dayan, Executive Editor, The American Prospect.We discuss the Michigan primary. Progressives are winning every race in Michigan. We discuss the use of the "red box" bay candidates. We also consider the role of AIPAC in primary races and in the final elections later this year.Part 2:We talk with Dr. Adam Stanaland.We discuss the focus on testosterone, and Hegseth's order that all military members be tested for testosterone levels. Mr. Hegseth apparently thinks that many men doe not have enough testosterone to make them 'manly' enough., and he wants to supplement that. What does testosterone de? What doesn't it do? What are the effects of testosterone when too much is administered?

August 5, 2026Episode 103958 min

Episode 1039: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 5 2026

Part 1:We talk with Jeff Mangan, founder of the Transparent Election Initiative.We discuss the Montana Plan. This plan gives states the option o avoiding the problems caused by the Citizens United ruling. States have the right to declare the rights of corporations that do business within their borders. This means that they can eliminate the ability to spend money on political activities. This avoids the 'speech' issue cited in Citizens United. Hawaii has already implemented this strategy.Part 2:We talk with Dr. Ashwini Sehgal, a nephrologist and clinical researcher.We discuss the use of gas stoves, and how the gases emitted by the use of gas stoves affect people with asthma. Dr. Sehgal's team conducted research and found that the elimination of gas stoves had a positive effect for people who have asthma. Unfortunately, the Trump administration cut the study short, though the results indicate that eliminating gas stove use would have a beneficial effect. About 10% of the population in the US has asthma. WNHNFM.ORG productionMusic: "That's how every empire falls," John Prine

August 4, 2026Episode 103857 min

Episode 1038: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 4 2026

Part 1:We talk with John Nichols, Executive Editor, The Nation.We discuss the various primary elections held today, Tuesday. discuss the strengths of the candidates, and the Democratic Socialists that are running, and how their ideas are catching on with many voters. We also discuss the threats posed by the increased use of AI.Part 2:We talk with Jennifer Smith Richards about private schools and religious schools. We discuss how the number of these schools has increased, and how this is taking tax dollars from public schools with no oversight of the private schools. We discuss examples of specific schools that have proven to be problematic because of their leadership, practices, and lack of controls. Students have bee put in danger, and some have been injured. WNHNFM.ORG production

August 3, 2026Episode 103758 min

Episode 1037: Arnie Arnesen Attitude August 3 2026

This is a panel discussion with Arnie and guests Laura Jedeed, Lincoln Mitchell, Stephen Pimpare.Topics:- FIFA developments- Republicans' red-baiting-How the older generations views the world is very different from how younger people see it: different priorities and expectations. There is no shared reality.- Who are "Americans"? Who are not?- Birthright citizenship being challenged (SCOTUS 5-4 opinion)- SCOTUS ignores the Constitution- How to approach and convince voters; more personal contact needed WNHNFM.ORG production

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