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Aired Tuesday, 23 January 2018, 5:00 PM EST

National Town Square — A New National Institution to Represent “Us” and “We-Distribute” Political Power

A Conversation With Richard Lang, Author of Virtual Country

“We don’t need a revolution to overthrow the system. We need an evolution to help us overgrow it.” — Swami Beyondananda

If you’ve had the sense that the will of the ordinary citizen in America has little or no impact on what legislation actually gets passed — you’re right. A study conducted by Princeton University in 2014 concluded: “The preferences of the average American appear to have only a miniscule, near-zero, statistically non-significant impact upon public policy.

In other words, a huge majority of American citizens can support a policy like, for example, Net Neutrality — but if this policy flies in the face of what the most influential corporations want … well, we’ve seen what’s happened to Net Neutrality in recent months. And, if the overwhelming majority of Americans OPPOSE a policy — like the war on drugs — if more powerful interests want to continue it, those citizens may as well be talking to a wall.

Could this be why fewer Americans exercise their right to vote than any other “democratic” country in the world? Might be we need to rename our system “Futilism” because of the futility of voting for a candidate, who does the bidding of the highest bidder instead of doing your bidding?

Our guest this week, Richard Lang, has come up with a “meta-strategy” for bringing the collective (and amplified) voice of we the people to the forefront of politics. The idea starts with an observation: For the first time in known human history, it is now possible to convene an unlimited number of citizens, in one place, at one time, to cast collective, non-binding, advisory votes on any issue of collective concern or importance.

Think of it as Freedom of Assembly 3.0.

Richard, a software developer who launched a highly successful company, Burst.com in the 1990s, launched another company, Democrasoft to help “evolve democracy and empower individuals” in the 21st century. The result is his Virtual Country book, and the National Town Square platform.

Writes Richard, “National Town Square is a new national institution for civic engagement, focused on issues instead of political parties and blind ideology — a powerful new counter-balance to the corrupting influence of big money in politics.”

Imagine … a space — nongovernmental, non-corporate, nonpartisan, independent of the mainstream media — where each citizen can have a voice and a verifiable vote , and these votes can be tabulated to indicate not just how citizens feel about certain issues, but how strongly they feel.

What if ten million or twenty million or fifty million American voters declared, “We want this”? While that vote would have no legal standing, simply recognizing the overwhelming support for a certain policy would provide pressure on legislators to adhere to the people’s will. Or face opposition at the polls.

Another important feature / factor of National Town Square. Each citizen who participates has a verifiable and secure (as secure as a bank card) vote on any issue that can be changed, should new information emerge. No bots. Only real people.

If your curious as to how this institution can be put in place, and safeguarded inside a “walled garden” to insure its integrity, please tune in for this enlightening and inspiring conversation about what can only be called an American evolution.

Find out more about the National Town Square here: https://www.nationaltownsquare.us/

Find out more about the Virtual Country book here: http://www.virtualcountry.us/

Aired Tuesday, 23 January 2018, 2:00 PM ET

Feng Shui and the Art of Decluttering

Go beyond basic decluttering and get to the root of why you have such a hard time getting rid of your stuff. Tisha’s new book, Clutter Intervention, will teach you about the psychological, emotional, and energetic components underlying your possessions, making it easier for you to let go and live authentically. It’s time to move into a new phase of life by ridding yourself of everything holding you back.

About the Guest: Tisha Morris

Tisha Morris is a best-selling self-help author, feng shui expert and a trained interior designer, life coach, and energy healer. She is the founder of Earth Home School of Feng Shui, the host of Feng Shui Your Life podcast and creator of the original Smudge Spray®.

Website: http://www.TishaMorris.com

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Aired Tuesday, 23 January 2018, 10:00 AM ET

Trust Yourself

This week your energy is best spent allowing your imagination to run wild. Sometimes this can be ignited through play and adventure. Be the dreamer of days gone by and allow your innermost dreams and desires to be born. This is a great time to start a new adventure or take another look at something with fresh eyes that you put on the shelf. The universe wants you to trust yourself. You don’t have to have everything figured out here in this moment. Don’t let “not knowing” how you’re going to make it happen block you. And remember, you really do have everything you need so relax, surrender and let your true purpose shine!

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Aired Monday, 22 January 2018, 9:00 PM ET

The Planets This Week: January 22, 2018

What do the planets have in store this week? It’s a fairly quiet week as we build toward the intense energies of next week’s Lunar Eclipse.

Action planet Mars moves into Sagittarius where it will be until March 18th. During this time, many of us will broaden our horizons and approach life as a daring adventure. We’ll be on the move, restless to explore new vistas and impatient with the daily grind.

Personal freedom is a high priority now, and many of us will feel an urge to break free from any stifling relationship or situation. “Don’t fence me in” could be the theme song of this time.

Energy is high and we’ll enjoy physical exercise and competitive sports. Spending time in the wilderness – away from people and ordinary pressures – recharges batteries and fuels inspiration. Travel, especially to foreign destinations, could also be on the agenda, because we long to expand beyond the familiar and encounter different cultures.

During this transit, we’re likely to feel enthusiastic about a variety of pursuits, and our zest for life will be contagious. Many of us will easily attract people with our adventurous spirit and optimistic outlook.

Watch out for a tendency toward recklessness and irresponsibility, especially with other people’s feelings. Many of us will be guilty of “foot in mouth” syndrome, blurting out whatever comes into our mind without thinking through the consequences. Be quick to offer a sincere apology, and we’re likely to be forgiven.

Tune in on Monday 6pm PT/9pm ET to find out more…

Aired Monday, 22 January 2018, 5:00 PM ET

Animals Our Families, Not Our Gurus with Animal Communicator Tim Link. Plus Mini-readings

How do we create families with animals? I’m welcoming guest Tim Link, Syndicated Radio Host, Best Selling Author, Writer and Speaker, Animal Communicator, Consultant and Pet Expert. It’s all about animal communication and the human-animal bond. Call in for quick mini-readings for your animals!

Aired Monday, 22 January 2018, 12:00 PM ET

Angels Explained 101 - Dimensions, Timelines and Realities

Surprisingly Angels aren’t perfect but they sure are funny. That’s what Kim Wuirch, empath, author, and healer shares as she enlightens us about Angels and Archangels.

Did you know Angels are 66-99% Light?

Have you seen the activated Empath Symbol?

On today’s show we explore the realms in such a personal and helpful way that you’ll have an understanding of what an empath’s life is like, if you are one, and how an empath’s techniques can help you heal and move on.

Kim Wuirch’s second book Awakened Empath, The evolution continues is now available.

Aired Friday, 19 January 2018, 7:00 PM ET

You Are Not Broken: How to ‘Be You’ with Grace and Ease

Regardless of what’s going on in your life right now, you are perfect. You are not broken, is what our guest Kerri Hummingbird wants you to know, more than anything. In this captivating interview, Sharon Sayler, host of The Autoimmune Hour welcomes Kerri Hummingbird, award-winning author, soul guide, host of Soul Nectar Show, and intuitive subconscious explorer. Kerri shares how to hold your higher vision and say “I am not that” when others try to bring you down… plus the answers to these fascinating questions:

~ How is ‘language’ trapping you in distress and ill-health?

~ How can I switch out disempowering thoughts?

~ Why is it important to shift your energy and vibrations?

~ What is the upside-down world?

As the founder of the ‘Skills Not Pills Movement’ Kerri Hummingbird invites you to dive into a spiritual journey of awakening. She is known for helping people who are starving for meaning in their lives step into their power and voice. Learn more about Kerri and claim your free ebook, ‘Reinvent Yourself’ at: www.kerrihummingbird.com/gift

Aired Thursday, 18 January 2018, 7:00 PM ET

The Religion of Tomorrow with Ken Wilber

In his latest book, The Religion of Tomorrow, author, leader, scholar and founder of the Integral Institute, Ken Wilber, notes that there is a central paradox in the role of religion throughout history: on the one hand, religion has been the single greatest cause of war and suffering. On the other, religion has been the single greatest source of redemption, salvation, and liberation for humanity. How can we possibly make sense of this double-edged dagger?

Part of the problem, Wilber explains, is that the path of “waking up” (spiritual awakening) need to be complemented by the path of “growing up” (psychological maturity) in order to renew and replenish our understanding of enlightenment in the 21st Century. Says Wilber, “a single purpose lies at the heart of all the great religious traditions: awakening to the astonishing reality of the true nature of ourselves and the universe.

In this week’s program, Ken Wilber joins Sandie to discuss how we can re-envision a religion of the future that acknowledges the evolution of humanity in every realm while remaining faithful to that original vision.:

~ The single purpose that lies at the heart of all the great religious traditions
~ How can religion and spirituality be a source of liberation as well as the largest cause of suffering in the world?
~ How can the Dalai Lama and an al-Qa’ida terrorist both claim to be religious?
~ How can we reconcile the very best qualities of religion with the very worst.
~ How his comprehensive Integral Approach – which is already being applied to several world religions by some of their adherents – can avert a “cultural disaster of unparalleled proportions.
~ and more…

About the Guest: Ken Wilber

KEN WILBER is the founder of Integral Institute and the cofounder of Integral Life. He is an internationally acknowledged leader and the preeminent scholar of the Integral stage of human development. He is the author of more than twenty books, including A Brief History of Everything, A Theory of Everything, Integral Spirituality, No Boundary, Grace and Grit, Sex, Ecology, Spirituality, The Religion of Tomorrow, and Trump and a Post-Truth World.

Website: https://integrallife.com

Aired Thursday, 18 January 2018, 6:00 PM ET

The Dr. Kevin Show - Kari Kelley

Kari Kelley is a writer, speaker and vocalist deeply passionate about sharing her voice of courage and inspiration. She has been featured on a wide variety of stages, panels, radio and TV shows across the United States. Kari is the author of “Black, Blind and Female;” the creator, producer and performer of her one-woman shows “Somebody Else’s Child;” “Voices of Resilience and “Three Chairs”and a contributing author to the bestselling e-book Village Pearls: Spiritual Practices to Uplift your Soul and the No. 1 Amazon bestselling book Heal Thy Self. Kari has entertained VIPs at sold-out networking events all around Northern California.

Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/voicesofresilience/

We invite you to join the conversation by calling in to the live show (6 PM EST) @ 202-570-7057.

Aired Thursday, 18 January 2018, 1:00 – 2:00 PM EST

Vibrant Medicine with Kimchi Moyer and Susie Marie

Vibrant Medicine: beyond the formula, going beyond the assumptions and conclusions to greater health. Contributor Kimchi Moyer, founder of Resopathy and Susie Marie, The Food Decoder will join us. We will also have a surprise contributor. Host Glenn Brooks and Co-Host Stephanie J. Alvarez.