A Prosecutor With A Conscience: Ramsey County District Attorney John Choi

The discussion today is with KJ Noh. He and I discuss the geopolitical history and economic success of the world's most populace nation. In addition to that, Noh articulates why U.S. political figures continue to describe China as " ... a threat ...", and how the subsequent implications of the U.S. government's propaganda campaign against China are likely a prelude to war. Finally, he provides insight and analysis concerning the how's and why's of U.S. military maneuvering strategically & tactically in the South China (Indo-Pacific) sea. KJ Noh's Power Point Presentation on U.S. ramping up of War against China. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fjk-O5xxggU&t=436s KJ Noh: The US is already engaged in a multi-faceted hybrid war on China.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XIeE6VWbEBo&t=342s

This episode's conversation is with Jacqueline (Jackie) Luqman, who is the co-host of 'By Any Means Necessary' on 105.5 FM in Washington D.C.  Our discussion covers a wide range of topics including the current state of the democratic party, in particular its so-called progressives, U.S. imperialism and its far too often ignored yet devastating effects around the world (particularly on the African continent and in Cuba), as well as the preconceived notions about Marxism and Socialism. Jackie Luqman provides insight and analysis from a Pan Africanist, radical and working class perspective. 'We gets deep' (lol) in this interview, so check it out!

Former Marine Intelligence Office & former Chief UN Weapons Inspector Scott Ritter discusses the current crisis in Ukraine. He articulates many critical facts tragically omitted from mainstream media coverage as well as providing historical background and context for the decisions being made by the U.S., Russia, NATO and the European Union.  In addition, he also provides insight into current U.S. provocations with China and Iran.  A definite must listen!

Former Metropolitan D.C. police officer Sean Lojacono talks with the Platform about his controversial firing, the impact that Police Academy training and veteran law enforcement practices have on the community they interact with, and his suggestions for how those relations can be improved. 

This episodes' guest is Netfa Freeman, one of the Co-Hosts of WPFW's 9 am Tuesday show "Voices With Vision". Netfa and I discuss a plethora of progressive and socio-political ideas from Biden's presidency to public disinformation through corporate media to the U.S. military's continually increasing presence on the African continent.  Enjoy!!

Reverend Dr. Taft Quincey Heatley is the Senior Pastor at Historic Shiloh Baptist Church in Old Town Alexandria, VA.  He joins the podcast to outline the practical bridge between righteousness and social justice. He also identifies the unfortunate yet continued relationship between western Christianity and white supremacy and wraps our conversation up with what it means to be 'intimate' with God.

Join me for this episode's conversation with Captain Ronnie Lewis of The City of Fairfax Police Department. Among other things, Captain Lewis shares his thoughts on the current relationship between law enforcement and the public, movie depictions of police deadly force, being a Black man IN and  OUT of uniform, officers' mental health triggers and his department's efforts to facilitate greater harmony between law enforcement and the community through coalition building.

Join The Platform Talk for a fascinating and enlightening conversation with the first and only individual imprisoned for the CIA's torture program, John Kiriakou. Kiriakou discusses his journey from analyst to counter-terrorism hero to federal prisoner to dissenting media voice.

On this episode of The Platform Talk Podcast, I have a conversation with Ramsey County DA John Choi. District Attorney Choi, who prosecuted officer Jeronimo Yanez for shooting and killing Philando Castille during a routine traffic stop in July of 2016, and which was livestreamed on Facebook by his Castille's girlfriend.  We also discuss the inequities in the criminal justice system, his personal growth as a prosecutor and the legal reforms he hopes to see take hold within the near future.

The Platform Talk Podcast speaks with Social Activist Valerie Castille On Life After the Murder of her son Philando. Please join in for this wide ranging, enlightening and inspiring interview.