Remembering My Friend and Mentor, Prince - 10 Years Later
The episode reflects on Prince’s legacy beyond his music, highlighting his extensive humanitarian work, including funding tech education through Yes We Code, supporting solar initiatives via Green For All, and personal interventions for individuals in crisis. The host shares personal anecdotes of Prince’s quiet generosity, such as arranging aid for Lauryn Hill’s children and encouraging a former White House staffer to pursue community projects. Prince’s approach combined private philanthropy with leveraging his concerts to spotlight and support local organizations in cities like Chicago, Baltimore, and New Orleans. The narrative urges listeners to remember Prince as a compassionate activist who used his influence to empower underserved communities.
The Iran Blackout: 90 Million People Went Dark
The episode examines Iran’s current internet blackout affecting 90 million people, describing it as a powerful weapon that silences internal dissent and obscures atrocities from the world. Host Van Jones explains how such shutdowns enable the regime to commit mass violence,...