Show Notes 01-26-2018

Friday Show Notes 01-26-18

Make the internet American again? Trump pick opened the door
President Donald Trump's pick for a top Commerce Department post privately assured Republican senators that he would look at reversing the Obama administration's decision to give up U.S. oversight of the internet, according to documents newly obtained by POLITICO.
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Cancer could soon be spotted by technology 'several months' before it occurs
Cancer could soon be spotted by technology 'several months' before it occurs. The chief executive of Nokia said he believes technology can spot cancer "several months" before it occurs.
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In a scientific first, cloned monkeys are born. Will they accelerate biomedical research?
There have been mice and cows and pigs and camels, bunnies and bantengs and ferrets and dogs, but ever since Dolly the sheep became the first cloned mammal in 1996, the list has had a conspicuous hole: primates. Now that hole has been filled.
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Feds quietly relocating illegals across U.S. on commercial flights
Several escorts dressed in civilian clothing are quietly putting illegal immigrants who cross the U.S.-Mexico border on taxpayer-funded flights and secretly taking them to unsuspecting communities across the U.S., according to a government-watchdog agency.
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Sanctuaries: 675 Jurisdictions Wouldn't Turn Over Criminal Aliens to ICE
Law enforcement agencies in approximately 675 jurisdictions around the United States declined to comply with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement “detainer” requests and hand over to ICE removable aliens whom those jurisdictions had arrested for violating local laws, according to the Inspector General for the Department of Homeland Security.
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Opening India’ market to US goods
In public announcements, India touts a largely hands-off approach to regulation as it relates to trade policy. But in reality, India pursues protectionist policies that often deny American producers reasonable access to its market with its “Make in India” initiative, which was launched in 2015.
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FedEx Delivers 3.2B of Good News to Employees, Fueled By Trump Tax Package
Federal Express (FedEx) announced Friday that employees will receive $3.2 billion of benefits, thanks to President Donald Trump delivering on his promise to lower taxes.
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Show Notes 02-15-15

Sunday show 02-15-15

Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday is the name given to the first day of the season of Lent, in which the Pastor applies ashes to the foreheads of Christians to signify an inner repentance.
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State-led push to force convention to amend Constitution gains steam, with high-profile Republican support
A state-level campaign to rein in the federal government by calling an unprecedented convention to amend the U.S. Constitution is gaining steam, picking up support from two high-profile Republicans as more states explore the idea.
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'Arm yourselves' rabbi: Europe not protecting its Jews
A prominent rabbi and Jewish leader who made headlines last month when he called for the arming of Jewish institutions in Europe is now criticizing European governments for failing to adequately protect their Jewish citizens.
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It's a bird, it's a plane ... no, it's a bird! Signs in Oregon capital to warn of angry owl
MSNBC host Rachel Maddow inspired Oregon's capital to post new warning signs in a park where four runners reported attacks from an angry owl likely defending its nest against perceived threats.
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Obama administration proposes regulations for commercial drone use
President Obama on Sunday announced plans to regulate the use of small, commercial drones -- attempting to get ahead of safety, privacy and economic issues as the unmanned aircraft quickly become more a part of everyday American life.
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Plant extract fights brain tumor
Cushing Disease, not to be confused with Cushing's Syndrome, is caused by a tumour in the pituitary gland in the brain. The tumour secrets increased amounts of the stress hormone adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) followed by cortisol release from the adrenal glands leading to rapid weight gain, elevated blood pressure and muscular weakness.
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This Drink Will Substantially Reduce Your Cancer Risk
Attention, ladies: Science says it's time to put the kettle on. A new study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that women who consumed the most flavonoids, a type of antioxidant abundant in tea, were significantly less likely to develop endothelial ovarian cancer—the fifth leading cause of cancer death among women.
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Weight Loss or Not, Exercise Yields Benefits
Mary The Trieu does hourlong workouts at a CrossFit gym three to five days a week. She is also 5-foot-3 and weighs 205 pounds. Ms. Trieu avoids junk food and eats balanced meals, but she’s not on a diet. She works out to keep her weight stable and because she enjoys it.
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Hoyer Opposes Overturning D.C. Law That Forces Christian Organizations to Employ Abortion Advocates
House Minority Whip Steny Hoyer (D-MD) stated that “freedom of religion is a constitutional guarantee,” but said he would not vote to overturn a D.C. law forcing Christian organizations to employ people who advocate abortion.
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Show Notes 08/07/2014

Thursday Show 8/7/14

Founding Fathers refute Obama's Muslim fabric

President Obama’s remarks thanking Muslims for “building the very fabric of our nation” and claiming they were in part responsible for “the core of our democracy” have left many in and outside of Washington scratching their heads. But the Founding Fathers would find the comments even more baffling.

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Richmond-area school to keep ‘Rebels’ team name

A Richmond-area public high school will keep “Rebels” as its team name after a student-led protest called attention to plans by the administration to field a new mascot without ties to the Confederacy.

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In rare move Universtiy grants 22k scholarship to undocumented student

In a rare move for U.S. higher education, Rutgers University has awarded a full scholarship to an undocumented immigrant, allowing him to finish his last two years of college and receive his bachelor’s degree.

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'The Big Bang Theory' actors get $25,000 an hour

Call it the ultimate revenge of the nerds -- or, at least, the actors playing nerds. The cast of the hit CBS (CBS) show "The Big Bang Theory" are receiving stunning raises for the upcoming seasons. Cast members portraying Sheldon Cooper, Leonard Hofstadter and Penny will now make $1 million each an episode. That's akin to what the 'Friends' actors got at the end of that show's historic run -- and it's a big boost from the $300,000 per show they were receiving this past season.

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President Obama, Congress Invited to Free 'America' Movie Screening

President Barack Obama and hundreds of other powerful members of government were sent letters this week inviting them to a free screening of America, the docudrama from conservative filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza.

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When it comes to Cancer the benefits of Aspirin may outweigh the risk

A new study in Annals of Oncology finds that the benefits of daily aspirin may outweigh the risks, at least when it comes to cancers of the digestive tract – bowel, stomach and esophageal.

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Computer Games Better Than Medication in Treating Elderly Depression

Computer games could help in treating older people with depression who haven't been helped by antidepressant drugs or other treatments for the disorder, researchers say.

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Show Notes 05/15/2014

Thursday Show 5/15/14

Armed Forces Day

On August 31, 1949, Secretary of Defense Louis Johnson announced the creation of an Armed Forces Day to replace separate Army, Navy and Air Force Days. The single-day celebration stemmed from the unification of the Armed Forces under one department -- the Department of Defense.

http://www.defense.gov/afd/history.aspx

Hillary has some thoughts on gun ownership that may upset Second Amendment advocates

Staking out a position to the left of other potential Democratic opponents in 2016, Hillary Clinton said a culture where “anybody can have a gun” will lead to a country with “no rule of law and no self-control.” The former secretary of state, New York senator and first lady spoke at the National Council for Behavioral Health conference Tuesday in Oxen Hill, Md., near Washington.

http://www.theblaze.com/stories/2014/05/07/hillary-has-some-thoughts-on-gun-ownership-that-may-upset-second-amendment-advocates/

Amid Protests, FCC Advances Net Neutrality' Regulations

The Federal Communications Commission on Thursday moved forward with new regulations regarding so-called net neutrality, voting to advance rules that could have far-reaching implications on how Internet content is delivered and how much consumers pay to have it delivered.

http://www.foxbusiness.com/industries/2014/05/15/amid-protests-fcc-to-vote-on-new-net-neutrality-proposal/

Fast Food Strikes Go Global, But is the Goal Any Closer to Being Met?

U.S. fast food workers have been striking periodically over the past year-and-a-half for higher wages, and while they haven’t achieved their goal, they’ve gained global support.

http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2014/05/15/fast-food-strikes-go-global-but-is-goal-any-closer-to-being-met/

‘Danged if I know’: Susan Rice seems to scoff at Benghazi probe question

National Security Adviser Susan Rice, at a foreign policy lunch on Wednesday, seemed to scoff at a question on whether a select committee investigation on Benghazi would reveal new evidence.

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2014/05/15/danged-if-know-susan-rice-seems-to-scoff-at-benghazi-probe-question/

Woman's cancer wiped out ... by measles virus

In a breakthrough that could offer new hope to people with some kinds of cancer, Mayo Clinic researchers say they managed to wipe out a woman's cancer with a blast of measles vaccine strong enough to inoculate 10 million people.

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/05/15/woman-cancer-wiped-out-by-measles-virus/

Show Notes 04/03/2014

Thursday Show 4/3/14

Fort Hood shooting repeat renews calls for ending gun restrictions on base

The fatal shooting Wednesday at Fort Hood, the second in less than five years, has renewed calls for Congress and the Defense Department to end restrictions on servicemembers carrying weapons on post.

http://www.foxnews.com/politics/2014/04/03/fort-hood-shooting-repeat-renews-calls-for-ending-gun-restrictions-on-base/

Fort Hood: Yet another tragedy from our broken mental health care system

It is now an old story, made new again by the tragic events of the second Fort Hood shooter. Untreated, under treated or poorly treated mental illness leads to horrific violence.

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/04/03/fort-hood-yet-another-tragedy-from-our-broken-mental-health-care-system/

Obama’s war on pizza

On the eighth day, God created pizza. It made everyone forget the forbidden fruit. So it’s almost sacrilegious that the feds are attacking the pizza business. Nobody should be surprised to learn that the source is Obamacare, thanks to its food police provision tacked on in the Senate.

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2014/feb/11/istook-obamacare-sics-food-police-on-pizza-parlors/?page=all

Beer marinade lowers Cancer risk in grilled meat

Meat and beer: The two best things of barbecue season. Now, grilled meat marinated in your favorite brew is even better, thanks to science.

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2014/03/27/beer-marinade-lowers-cancer-risk-in-grilled-meats-study-says/?intcmp=features

Health myth: Low-intensity workouts burn the most fat calories

The Question: I want to burn fat (and get rid of that layer of flab that's covering my abs). Should I work out at a low intensity? The Expert: Mike Donavanik, C.S.C.S., C.P.T., personal trainer and creator of Extreme Burn: Ripped

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/03/27/health-myth-low-intensity-workouts-burn-most-fat-calories/

Under attack: Depth of federal arms race should surprise, shock citizenry

In late February, four federal agents carrying side arms with a drug-sniffing dog descended on the Taos Ski Valley in what was called a “saturation patrol.” Authorities were working on tips of possible drug selling and impaired driving in the ski resort’s parking lot and surrounding

area.

http://watchdog.org/136244/federal-law-enforcement/

Show Notes 11/10/2013

Sunday Show 11/10/13

Special Guest; B. Davis Campbell Author of "A Place I Didn't Want To Go: My Victory Over Cancer"

Davis became a registered nurse in 1983 and later a nurse practitioner in 2001. In 2004, at age 43, he was shocked to discover he had Stage III bladder cancer. He subsequently underwent total removal of his bladder and creation of a new bladder, a "neobladder", out of twenty inches of his small intestine.

http://cancerovercomer.blogspot.com/

Out of fuel GOCE satellite to crash on earth Sunday afternoon

A 2,000-pound European satellite has run out of fuel and will plunge back to Earth sometime between 5:30 P.M. EST and 7:30 P.M., a spokesman for Europe's Space Debris Office told http://www.foxnews.com/science/2013/11/10/out-fuel-goce-satellite-to-crash-land-on-earth-sunday-afternoon/?intcmp=latestnews

Unemployment among black youth 393% higher than national rate

The black youth unemployment rate for ages 16-19 is 393% higher than the national unemployment rate, according to data released today by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). http://cnsnews.com/news/article/ali-meyer/unemployment-among-black-youth-393-higher-national-rate#sthash.XbJf9x3T.dpuf

Melissa Joan Hart: These days there are more Republicans in Hollywood

FOX411: We love the story of you proudly announcing on the “Sabrina” set that you voted for [Bob] Dole and your co-stars being horrified.

http://www.foxnews.com/topics/nick-lachey.htm

Government pays 112,346 to develop strawberry harvest aiding robots

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has given an award of $1,123,463 to the University of California, Davis to develop “relatively small, inexpensive robots" to aid in harvesting strawberries.

The announcement was made in late October as part of a series of USDA awards “to spur the development and use of robots in American agriculture production,” according to a USDA press release.

http://cnsnews.com/news/article/eric-scheiner/govt-pays-1123463-develop-strawberry-harvest-aiding-robots#sthash.KYfAtRan.dpuf

United States Marines

Leading up to the American Revolution, a committee of the Continental Congress met to draft a resolution calling for two battalions of Marines able to fight for independence at sea and on shore. The resolution was approved on November 10, 1775, officially forming the Continental Marines.

http://www.marines.com/history-heritage/timeline

Show Notes 03/28/2013

Uncooperative Radio Show Notes: Thursday 03/28/2013

Marine Veteran fights cancer and government

Marine veteran Tom Gervasi has spent the last 10 years fighting cancer and the U.S. government.

The 76-year-old Sarasota man has a rare form of breast cancer that he believes is due to contaminated drinking water at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina, where he trained in the mid-1950s.

http://www.military.com/daily-news/2013/03/23/marine-vet-fights-cancer-and-government.html?comp=7000023317843&rank=2

Limbaugh hits O'Reilly for bible thumpers comment.

Fox News Channel host Bill O’Reilly argued Tuesday that opponents of same-sex marriage have not “been able to do anything but thump the Bible.”

http://dailycaller.com/2013/03/27/limbaugh-hits-oreilly-for-bible-thumpers-comment-audio/#ixzz2Osb2G6Am

Movie Mad Matthews: Pro-Second Amendment Voices Are Like the Nazis in Casablanca

Chris Matthews on Thursday took a break from comparing conservatives to Nazis and instead compared them to movie Nazis. The Hardball anchor opened the program by referencing the classic movie Casablanca.

http://newsbusters.org/blogs/scott-whitlock/2013/03/28/movie-mad-matthews-pro-second-amendment-voices-are-nazis-casablanca#ixzz2OsdpsG1h

WAPO's Sally Quinn attacks Ben Carson for prayer breakfast speech

Maybe we should take to ironically nicknaming Sally Quinn as "Scoop" for this: On March 27, in a column headlined "Does Ben Carson Have a Prayer?" the Washington Post On Faith editor attacked Dr. Ben Carson for his National Prayer Breakfast speech delivered on February 7.

http://newsbusters.org/blogs/ken-shepherd/2013/03/28/washposts-sally-quinn-attacks-ben-carson-prayer-breakfast-speech-48-da#ixzz2OsiNIHgR

The Armed Citizen

Roger Mundell, Jr. entered his garage one morning only to be confronted by a seemingly rabid bobcat that had gained entry through an open door.

http://www.nrapublications.org/index.php/armed-citizen/

Senator John Cornyn R-TX doubles down on imaginary friends and border crossers

Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) is at it again—apparently making up Texas friends with property overrun by border crossers.

http://americasvoiceonline.org/blog/sen-john-cornyn-r-tx-doubles-down-on-imaginary-friends-and-border-crossers/

New Space station crew to launch and dock today in cosmic first

After blasting off on a Russian rocket ride Thursday, March 28, three men are poised to make history by reaching the International Space Station faster than any astronauts to fly there before.

http://www.foxnews.com/science/2013/03/28/new-space-station-crew-to-launch-and-dock-today-in-cosmic-first/?intcmp=HPBucket#ixzz2OsgtZVAD

Splashdown! SpaceX Dragon Capsule Returns to Earth

An unmanned SpaceX space capsule  splashed down in the Pacific Ocean Tuesday (March 26), reaching the wet finish line of the spaceflight company's second cargo delivery flight to the International Space Station for NASA.

http://www.space.com/20386-spacex-dragon-capsule-splashdown.html

Tests show Tony Snow's cancer has returned

Man this is tough news...

From the AP:

The colon cancer that Tony Snow successfully battled two years ago has returned and spread to the presidential spokesman's liver, the White House said Tuesday.

President Bush, making a brief statement to reporters in the Rose Garden, struck an optimistic tone that echoed how aides said Snow was feeling. The president spoke with Snow early Tuesday, and said he looks forward to the day that his spokesman "comes back to the White House and briefs the press corps on the decisions that I'm making."

"His attitude is, one, that he is not going to let this whip him, and he's upbeat. My attitude is that we need to pray for him, and for his family," Bush said. "And so my message to Tony is, 'Stay strong; a lot of people love you and care for you and will pray for you.' "

Doctors determined the growth was cancerous, and also found during the surgery that his cancer had metastasized, or spread, to his liver, White House spokeswoman Dana Perino said.

She said Snow is comfortable and feeling fine after his surgery and has pledged to aggressively fight the disease with an as-yet-to-be-determined chemotherapy treatment course. He will be in the hospital recovering from the surgery, a major procedure, for about a week.

"He said he's going to beat it again," Perino said in an emotional morning briefing with White House reporters. "When I talked to him, he was in very good spirits."...snip

How long they survive depends on how much of the liver is affected, and how many other parts of the body are, too.

In a small proportion of patients, the liver cancer is contained to a small enough area that it can be cut out. If surgery is not an option, doctors may try to limit the cancer's spread through the liver with radiofrequency ablation, using radiofrequency energy to blast the tumors.

Chemotherapy is a mainstay when the cancer has spread to more than one site, with the hope of controlling, even shrinking, tumors to prolong life.

Chemotherapy can turn cancer into something people can live with, said Dr. James Watson, the attending surgeon at Fox Chase Cancer Center in Philadelphia. "In this day and age, a diagnosis of a recurrence of colon cancer is far from a death sentence," he said.

To have to fight Cancer once is bad enough, but twice? He never appeared to have regained his vitality from his first fight with cancer. He never put the weight back on, so I am worried.

This has been some week, since Mrs John Edwards announced that her breast cancer, which she also thought she beat, also announced her cancer had moved to her bones. Her cancer is incurable, but treatable. Of course, the treatments are very expensive, but the Edwards can afford it.