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Remembering Mandela's Words
The Friday Brief with Phoenix Ricks
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Welcome
0:16
Israel's recent actions in Syria, explained
1:39
Allegations of corruption in Ukraine
3:13
U.S. - Venezuela prisoner swap
4:05
What can we learn from Nelson Mandela about the importance of a free press?
4:57
Let's examine U.S. funding cuts to public broadcasting
7:28
When cellular and internet service is down, what do you rely on?
7:57
U.S. funding for ICE
8:53
Until next time!
The Friday Brief with Phoenix Ricks
Remembering Mandela's Words
Jul 21, 2025
Season 2
Episode 18
Phoenix Ricks
Last Friday was Mandela Day, an annual celebration of Nelson Mandela's birthday. What did he say about a free press? Is it essential for democracy? We examine his quote and analyze unsettling developments in the U.S., particularly the federal funding cuts to the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Plus: Why are activists ringing alarm bells about corruption in Ukraine? Who is in the U.S.-Venezuela prisoner swap? And, how does the White House feel about Israel's new strikes on Syria? All in under 15 minutes!
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