It's Kairos Time!
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<p>Season 2: Stop The War On The Poor</p><p><br></p><p><b>This installment of</b><b> It’s Kairos Time! </b><b>is</b><b> </b><b>dedicated to lifting up the calls for demilitarization, reducing military spending and increasing funding for anti-poverty programs.</b> With this latest season we aim to remind listeners and ourselves that we are not alone and that in these times – silence is betrayal. Leaders from movements for racial, economic, climate, gender justice and more join us in calling for an end to war and the war economy. <br><br></p><p>As the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr reminds us in Where Do We Go From Here? Chaos or Community, <b>“</b>A final problem that mankind must solve in order to survive in the world house that we have inherited is finding an alternative to war and human destruction. Recent events have vividly reminded us that nations are not reducing but rather increasing their arsenals of weapons of mass destruction. The best brains in the highly developed nations of the world are devoted to military technology… <b>When scientific power outruns moral power, we end up with guided missiles and misguided men.” </b></p>
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October 1, 2024
Confronting Religious Nationalism
In this episode of "It's Kairos Time," the hosts discuss the role of religious nationalism in relation to militarism and the war on the poor. Rev. West McNeill, explains that religious nationalism is a tool used by actors to manipulate society, often promoting a fear of scarcity and justifying exclusionary beliefs. The conversation highlights how this ideology influences U.S. foreign policy and police behavior, and how it scapegoats marginalized groups. The hosts emphasize the importance of t...
September 27, 2024
International Solidarity
The discussion centered on the interconnected struggles for demilitarization, ceasefire, and human rights. Thapelo Mohapi from Abahlali baseMjondolo highlighted their movement's fight for adequate housing and basic services in South Africa, noting 25 members killed since 2005. Chris Grove from ESCR-Net emphasized the global war economy's impact, citing increased repression and militarization. Both speakers stressed the importance of solidarity, collective action, and the need for a peaceful, ...
September 25, 2024
The True Costs Of War
This conversation focuses on the cultural and economic costs of war, highlighting the U.S. military budget's impact on domestic programs. Lindsay Kosharian notes that the military budget is approaching a trillion dollars leaving little for social services. Kareem Sariahmed discusses the relationship between U.S. military spending and global conflicts, such as in Gaza, and its impact on domestic issues like poverty and healthcare. Both emphasize the need for a shift from a culture of vio...
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- What is It's Kairos Time!?
<p>Season 2: Stop The War On The Poor</p><p><br></p><p><b>This installment of</b><b> It’s Kairos Time! </b><b>is</b><b> </b><b>dedicated to lifting up the calls for demilitarization, reducing military spending and increasing funding for anti-poverty programs.</b> With this latest season we aim to remind listeners and ourselves that we are not alone and that in these times – silence is betrayal. Leaders from movements for racial, economic, climate, gender justice and more join us in calling for an end to war and the war economy. <br><br></p><p>As the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr reminds us in Where Do We Go From Here? Chaos or Community, <b>“</b>A final problem that mankind must solve in order to survive in the world house that we have inherited is finding an alternative to war and human destruction. Recent events have vividly reminded us that nations are not reducing but rather increasing their arsenals of weapons of mass destruction. The best brains in the highly developed nations of the world are devoted to military technology… <b>When scientific power outruns moral power, we end up with guided missiles and misguided men.” </b></p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates monthly.
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