53. Epstein Hoax?, Tariffs, and the Fight PBS, NPR, and a Smarter America

16/07/2025 40 min

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🎙️ Episode 53: Hoaxes, Tariffs, and the Fight for a Smarter AmericaThis week on The Sound of Niagara, Nate McMurray is back with the unshakable Tony O for a wide-ranging episode that slices through the noise.🗂️ Trump’s Epstein Flip-FlopAfter years of hinting at Epstein conspiracies, Trump now says the whole thing was a hoax. Why the sudden reversal? And why so defensive if he wasn’t even named? We unpack the deflection—and what it reveals.📉 The Cracking EconomyFrom political pressure on the Fed to the growing impact of tariffs, signs of strain are everywhere. We talk Jerome Powell, inflation fatigue, and how working Americans are once again caught in the squeeze.🗳️ Stefanik vs. HochulA look at New York’s political future: Is there any room left for bold, visionary leadership, or are we stuck choosing between brand names and safe bets?📻 In Defense of Public MediaWe end on a call for community, education, and truth—why NPR, PBS, and an informed public are essential pillars of any functioning democracy.🎧 Local voices, national stakes—listen now to The Sound of Niagara.

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