We’ll analyze both major Supreme Court decisions – regarding labor unions, and contraceptive exceptions to Obamacare. And, Jody Williams, Nobel Peace Prize laureate joins us to discuss the latest US position on land mines. …

We’ll bring you an hour-long special program featuring chef-turned-activist-turned author Dan Barber. He’ll be discussing his new book, “The Third Plate: Field Notes on the Future of Food.” …

Friday morning on Uprising, we’ll find out what’s behind the Supreme Court’s decision to void the 35 foot buffer zone of protest around abortion clinics, and the possible impact the ruling could have. And, acclaimed Academy award nominated actor Don Cheadle joins us to discuss his new project, Miles Ahead, about the life of jazz legend, Miles Davis. Plus, rare recordings from 50 years ago, deep within the Pacifica Radio Archives about the Mississippi Freedom …

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We’ll examine the Supreme Court’s decision this week requiring warrants for cell phone searches in what many are considering a victory for privacy rights. And, we’ll speak with film maker Brian Knappenberger about his new film, The Internet’s Own Boy: The Story of Aaron Swartz. Plus, a new study links pesticide exposure during pregnancy to autism. We’ll explore the science. …

We’ll find out what’s behind President Obama’s recent Working Families effort to push for paid maternity and other family leave. And, we’ll speak with the author of a new ACLU report on how the increasing militarization of law enforcement has impact communities of color disproportionately. Plus, we’ll speak with the film maker of a new documentary called American Revolutionary: The Evolution of Grace Lee Boggs. …

We’ll explore Detroit’s water crisis. And, award winning writer and cartoonist Lalo Alcaraz joins us to discuss his new book and his Fox TV project, Bordertown. Plus, why executions in the US have resumed despite the recently botched killings of inmates. …

We’ll have an in-depth discussion with prize winning investigative journalist Glenn Greewald about his book, No Place to Hide, and how journalism is at a crossroads today. Plus, we’ll find out about persecution of LGBT communities in various African countries like Kenya, Uganda, and Nigeria. An intrepid Kenyan activist will join us live in studio to discuss the challenges he faces. …

We’ll find out why the US Supreme Court recently sided with hedge funds over Argentina in an on-going battle over that nation’s debt. And, a campaign called “Ban-the-Box” attempts to make job searching for former felons a bit easier. Plus, famed activist attorney Lynne Stewart on her life, activism, prison, and battling cancer. …

We’ll examine a new study that shows our ocean’s phytoplankton, considered the foundation of the marine food web, is turning toxic. We’ll speak with the lead scientist about why it’s happening and what it means for planetary and human health. Plus, a commentary by Mumia Abu Jamal on life imprisonment for youth, followed by an in-depth discussion with Nell Bernstein on her new book Burning Down the House: The End of Juvenile Prison. …

We’ll examine the politics of Uber and Lyft – what’s behind the hype and the criticism of the new smart-phone based ride-sharing services? Plus, author and professor Suzanna Walters joins us to discuss her new book The Tolerance Trap: How God, Genes, and Good Intentions Are Sabotaging Gay Equality, in part 1 of a 2 part conversation. And, a roundup of the past week’s climate news from Tony Abbott to David Brat – how denialism …

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