We’ll get an update from the Free Gaza movement, as the Dignite-Al Karamah, the only ship from the Freedom Flotilla to escape Israeli clutches, makes its way to Gaza. And, Jamie Court joins us to discuss the passing over of Elizabeth Warren to head the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, even as the alternate pick, Robert Codray faces GOP opposition. Plus, David Korten, on a vision for a new economy. …

We’ll look at the American Legislative Exchange Council, or ALEC – a corporate funded institution found to be developing the various right wing pieces of legislation eroding workers rights and social services all over the country. And, an update on the debt ceiling debate and how Obama’s willingness to compromise Social Security and Medicare shouldn’t come as a surprise. Plus, the Pan Afrikan People’s Arkestra Joins Build an Ark to celebrate community jazz and music …

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We’ll look at how Rupert Murdoch’s News of the World controversy is spreading to the U.S. And, a conversation with a researcher on medicinal uses of marijuana in the wake of the DEA’s recent memo on the subject. Plus, Eat Real – a weekend food festival for anyone and everyone in LA interested in growing, making, and eating food. And Jonathan Kim’s ReThink Reviews on the last Harry Potter film. …

We’ll cover the multiple attacks in Mumbai and what they mean for India-Pakistan relations. And, we’ll survey the field of Republican Presidential candidates. Plus, why media coverage of the Fukushima nuclear disaster has all but disappeared. And this week’s Black Agenda Report. …

We’ll look at the reality of the Afghanistan war as US generals claim progress even as President Karzai’s brother is assassinated. And, we’ll cover the recall of State Senators in Wisconsin where Republicans plan to run candidates in Democratic primaries. Plus, in Arizona, we’ll cover another recall election: this time of the Republican author of SB 1070. …

We’ll go live to Iraq, as newly confirmed Defense Secretary Leon Panetta ups the pressure on the Iraqi government to invite U.S. troops to remain past their Dec 31st deadline. And, what last week’s jobs report didn’t reveal about unemployment – how women, youth, and people of color are disproportionately affected by the recession. Plus, the latest in the political stalemate on the debt ceiling and Obama’s capitulation to Republicans over social security and other …

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We’ll speak with Just Foreign Policy’s Robert Naiman who was on board the Audacity of Hope, part of the Gaza Freedom Flotilla. He’ll update us on the Flotilla, as well as Egypt, and Libya. Plus, on World Population Day, we’ll look at the current debate over population growth and the environment with Hampshire College’s Betsy Hartmann. …

We’ll speak with Emira Woods about what lies in store for South Sudan, as the independence ceremony for the world’s newest nation gets underway. And, with Women’s World Cup Soccer in full swing, we’ll look at the social and political issues around women in sports with blogger Jennifer Doyle. Plus, students and workers in LA launch a creative Disney-themed action for their rights. And this week’s Rethink Reviews with Jonathan Kim on the new film …

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We’ll cover the latest in the federal budget battle over the deficit with journalist Robert Kuttner. And, a look at Georgia’ new harsh anti-immigrant law and the challenges to it. Plus, how the FBI is using the federal government’s deportation program as a way to gather massive amounts of personal biometric data. And this week’s Black Agenda Report. …

We’ll cover the Exxon Mobil oil spill in the Yellowstone River as the world’s largest corporation promises to clean up 42,000 gallons of spilled crude. And, a report from a Downtown L.A. Speakout in support of hunger striking prisoners at Pelican Bay. Plus, Felicia Montes joins us live from outside the L.A. courtroom where her father Carlos, long-time local activist, is appearing after being the target of an FBI raid. …