Cuckoo4Politics 😎

Cuckoo4Politics 😎

This is a show that discusses various political perspectives on various issues that matter with citizens of the world. The host, Michael Desrosiers , is native of Brooklyn, New York, with a strong background in leadership and community activism. He earned his undergraduate degree from Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy, MA, near Boston, and his Master’s Degree in Political Science from St. John’s University in Queens, NY. Michael has taken on various leadership roles both within his community and in a trade union, where his dedication to advocacy and empowerment shines through.

As the creator and host of the Cuckoo 4 Political Podcast, he engages in thoughtful discussions on political issues, aiming to raise awareness and inspire action. His passion for community engagement has taken him to diverse communities around the world, where he works to build understanding and foster connections within the global community.

So grab your favorite libations and get ready for some lively conversation and let's learn something together.

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9/11 Tribute - 25 Years Later - A Moment of Reflection and Gratitude
Sept. 13, 2026

9/11 Tribute - 25 Years Later - A Moment of Reflection and Gratitude

9/11: 25 Years Later — A Moment of Reflection and Gratitude Twenty-five years later, we pause to remember September 11, 2001, and the lives forever changed by one of the darkest days in American history. Often overlooked in the retelling is a painful truth: the first victims were airline crews and passengers—people who began their day simply doing their jobs or traveling to their destinations. Recorded at the Women’s Veterans Museum, this special tribute brings together moments of reflection,
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Who Gives a Damn About the American Worker ?
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Sept. 5, 2026

Who Gives a Damn About the American Worker ?

🎙️ AMERICA AT 250: WHO GIVES A DAMN ABOUT THE AMERICAN WORKER? The eight-hour workday, weekends off, overtime, workplace safety, collective bargaining, healthcare benefits, and retirement security weren’t corporate gifts. Workers fought for them! In Season 5, Episode 75 of Cuckoo4Politics, I’m joined by Keturah “KJ” Johnson, International Vice President of AFA-CWA, for a Labor Day conversation about worker power and the future of organized labor. Using the airline industry as a lens, we tackl
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America at 250 - THE DEBRIEF - Power of Authentic Faith
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Aug. 9, 2026

America at 250 - THE DEBRIEF - Power of Authentic Faith

The Debrief continues our thought-provoking conversation with Pastor Selena Dionne Brown about faith, justice, and America’s unfinished promise. In this episode, we explore what it truly means to walk by faith in a nation deeply divided by politics, race, and religion. Pastor Brown reminds us that authentic faith requires believers to remain connected to God. As Jesus teaches in John 15, He is the vine and we are the branches. That spiritual connection gives us the strength to endure life’s cha
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America at 250 - Faith , Power, & Unfinished Promise
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July 26, 2026

America at 250 - Faith , Power, & Unfinished Promise

As America commemorates its 250th anniversary, a profound question remains: Has the nation truly fulfilled its promise of liberty, justice, and equality for all—or are we still confronting freedoms delayed and promises unfinished? Pastor Selena Dionne Brown, a passionate community leader with more than three decades of ministry experience, joins Cuckoo4Politics for a powerful conversation about faith, justice, and America’s unfinished promise. Together, we examine how faith and politics interse
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America at 250: Democracy -Division & The Fight Ahead
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June 24, 2026

America at 250: Democracy -Division & The Fight Ahead

As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Americans are asking difficult questions about democracy, freedom, race, identity, and whether the nation is still living up to the ideals upon which it was founded. In the premiere episode of the America at 250 series, host Michael Desrosiers sits down with Tameko Patterson, former Chair of the Monroe County Democratic Committee, corporate executive, and community leader, for an in-depth conversation about the political and cultural crossr
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The Debrief: After the Votes: Reflection, Reality ,& What Comes Next?
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June 17, 2026

The Debrief: After the Votes: Reflection, Reality ,& What Comes Next?

After the votes are counted, what happens next? In this episode of The Debrief, host Michael Desrosiers sits down with former PA-7 congressional candidate Carol Obando-Derstine for an honest conversation about the realities of running for office — and what campaigns reveal long before Election Day. Carol reflects on the role of endorsements, fundraising, outside influence, voter engagement, and the challenges of building a grassroots movement in a low-turnout environment. She shares lessons le
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