Summary
A recent incident in New York City highlights ongoing tensions surrounding Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations. On October 8, ICE agents shot 28-year-old Oscar Belgall while he was in a vehicle with his five-year-old son. The shooting occurred in Marble Hill, a neighborhood with a complex geographical history, and has sparked significant public outcry. Belgall is currently in ICE custody, reportedly with a bullet still lodged in his body and lacking adequate medical care. His situation has drawn attention to the broader implications of ICE's actions and the city government's response, with Mayor Mondani calling for ICE to leave the city amid protests.
The hosts of the podcast also discuss the economic landscape, noting that inflation remains a pressing issue as the Federal Reserve prepares to meet again to evaluate interest rates. They anticipate that the inflation numbers, set to be released shortly, will reflect the effects of recent interest rate hikes, although immediate changes may not be evident. The conversation touches on the broader economic context, including the impact of high diesel prices on inflation and the wealth disparity in the U.S., where the top 1% continues to accumulate a larger share of wealth. The hosts emphasize the importance of understanding these economic trends, as they directly affect people's lives and perceptions of the current administration, particularly in light of the upcoming midterm elections.
Show Notes
Episode Summary
On This Week in the Apocalypse, Miriam and Brooke make the numbers make as much sense as they can as they dissect what's going on in the economy.
Host Info
Brooke can be found on Blue Sky @OgemakweBrooke.
Miriam can be found making funnies on the Strangers' Bluesky.
Publisher Info
This show is published by Strangers in A Tangled Wilderness. We can be found at www.tangledwilderness.org, or on Twitter @TangledWild and Instagram @Tangled_Wilderness and Blue Sky @tangledwilderness.bsky.social You can support the show on Patreon at www.patreon.com/strangersinatangledwilderness