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Sound Off With Sasha
Hosted and produced locally by Sasha Rethati, “Sound Off with Sasha” airs on Fridays at Noon. “Sound Off with Sasha” is a weekly review of current topics and events. The call-in interview program is known for addressing vital issues, and for featuring a wide range of outstanding guests, such as : Bishop John Shelby Spong, Dr. Larry Korb, Assistant Secretary of Defense under President Ronald Reagan, Gen. George Joulwan, Former NATO Commander, Nobel Laureate Economist Joseph Stiglitz, Bestselling author Naomi Klein, and a list of authors, opinion makers and experts in their fields. Dial 1-877-GCU-TALK (428-8255)
List Of Shows
01-08-2009
| Program will air on Fri, Jan 09 2009
at 12:00 PM
The unexpected outbreak of hostilities in Gaza captured the world’s attention. What brought this on, and why now?
Discussing the developments, Sasha’s guest are: Senior Fellow at the New American Foundation Daniel Levy , who served on the Israeli Team at the Oslo Agreement; and president of the Arab American Institute, Dr. James Zogby, who led the US delegation at the signing of the Israeli-Palestinian Agreement in Cairo.
01-01-2009
In these troubled times some are wondering if we are seeing the end of the American Century. Is the 21st century going to be China’s, as many experts are suggesting? Predicting a new American Golden Age, Sasha’s guest is Dr. GEORGE FRIEDMAN, founder and CEO of STRATFOR, a private intelligence and forecasting company, discussing his latest book “The Next 100 Years”.
12-18-2008
Returning by popular demand, Sasha's guest is Robert Baer for Part II of his interview on the complex issues of the Middle East. Best-selling author and former CIA Field Officer, Robert Baer is a recognized authority on the Middle East and Central Asia. His latest book is: THE DEVIL WE KNOW: Dealing with the New Iranian Superpower.
12-11-2008
Most Americans want to see an end to the war in Iraq, but what about Afghanistan? Following a costly war, has the balance of power shifted in our favor in the region? Sasha’s guest is bestselling author Robert Baer, former CIA Field Officer stationed in Iraq, discussing his latest book: “THE DEVIL WE KNOW: Dealing with the New Iranian Superpower.”
12-05-2008
The world awaits what the promised changes will bring from the Obama administration’s foreign policies toward Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan and the Middle East…but also toward Cuba. Discussing US-Cuban relations is recognized Cuba analyst and former CIA officer, Dr. Brian Latell. The former Georgetown University professor is also author of the book “After Fidel”. Sasha will ask the question: is it time we start treating Cuba like China?
11-21-2008
Is Hugo Chavez a rogue dictator or is he a populist leader who aims to improve the lot of his fellow citizens?
Discussing Hugo Chavez’s achievements and shortcomings is Ofra Bikel, award winning writer, director and producer of a new PBS Frontline Documentary titled “The Hugo Chavez Show”
Facing a new election and dropping oil prices, how will Chavez do?
11-14-2008
President Bush promised to end America’s addiction to oil, but can you cure an addiction by giving it more substance through drilling in the sensitive off shore and Arctic Reserve areas?
Sasha’s guest is photographer and naturalist Bernard Friel, Past President of the North American Nature Photography Association, who documented the pristine beauty of the Arctic Reserve. He supports its preservation.
11-07-2008
The country is recovering from the seemingly endless election campaign, and its history making outcome that electrified people across the globe.
Discussing the election and what lies ahead for President Elect Barack Obama, Sasha invites listeners to share their questions and comments with Retired Air Force Colonel Karen Kwiatkowski.
10-31-2008
On this last Friday before the 2008 election we turn the discussion to the various editorial endorsements, with Editorial Board Member and columnist with the St. Petersburg Times, Robyn Blumner and Community Conversation Editor with the Fort Myers News Press David Plazas.
Later, Dr. Steven Cook of the Council on Foreign Relations addresses one of the challenges awaiting the new President, the nexus between Turkey, the United States and the Middle East.
10-24-2008
The next President of the United States will be confronted by the complex demands of our foreign policy: two costly wars, an overstretched military, and the need to regain our international prestige.
Sasha’s guests are Emmy winning correspondent and producer Martin Smith, and co-producer Will Cohen, discussing their new FRONTLINE Documentary on the war in Afghanistan, titled The War Briefing. Do we have a clear mission, and an Exit Strategy?
10-17-2008
Concern about the financial crisis is not limited to the United States, but worldwide. Great Britain and the leaders of the European Union have rallied to produce a rescue package to restore confidence in the global economy. His Excellency Pierre Vimont, French ambassador to the United States talks about the developments.
Later, Vice President for Economic Policy at American Progress, Michael Ettlinger, talks about the Presidential Candidates’ latest debate and their economic policies.
10-10-2008
Republican Vice Presidential candidate Sarah Palin’s campaign stop in Southwest Florida this week included some news worthy participation by Lee County Sheriff Mike Scott, attracting national attention. Sasha’s joined by News Press Columnist Sam Cook, and Eric Jotkoff, Communication Director of the Florida Democratic Party to discuss the fallout.
10-03-2008
Job cuts rise; the President’s approval rating drops; the bailout plan gets a new name, “the financial rescue plan” and a new vote in Congress.
Discussing recent developments in the election campaign and the economy, Sasha’s guests are: political analyst Eleanor Clift, contributing editor of Newsweek, and regular panelist on the nationally syndicated show, The McLaughlin Group; and Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Raymond James and Associates Dr. Scott Brown.
09-26-2008
Congress was confronted with dire warnings this week and a demand for quick action in approving a financial bailout plan. Chief Economist at Raymond James Dr. Scott Brown analyzes what’s at stake.
Later, Author and Radio Host Samar Jarrah responds to the widely circulated, inflammatory anti-Muslim DVDs, delivered unsolicited to the public in the so called ‘swing states’. Who is trying to influence the public, and why?
09-19-2008
Pakistan’s Prime Minister recently ordered his country’s troops to open fire on members of the U-S military crossing their borders. Discussing the latest developments, Sasha’s guest is Retired U-S Air Force Colonel Karen Kwiatkowski. Her last assignment before retiring was Military Intelligence at the Pentagon, where she says she witnessed neoconservative suppression and distortion of intelligence in order to justify the war in Iraq.
09-12-2008
Inching toward the election, activities are heating up, including campaigning by mail. Should voters pay more attention to what they receive? Sasha’s guest is investigative journalist David Rosenfeld, who wrote about the practice of ‘caging’, and its consequences, as it was done in the State of Ohio.
Later, responding to listeners’ questions and concerns about the coming election, Sasha is joined by Leon County Supervisor of Elections Ion Sancho.
09-05-2008
By choosing Sarah Palin as his running mate Senator McCain’s campaign has shifted the focus to culture war issues, such as abortion, creationism and absenteeism. Discussing recent developments, Sasha’s guests is Ann Stone, Founder of Republicans for Choice. Then later she’s joined by Dr. Brandon O’Connor, Professor of Politics and Public Policy at Griffith University in Australia to find out how Australians manage their elections with only six weeks of campaigning?
08-29-2008
Discussing the highlights of the Democratic Party’s Convention in Denver, Sasha’s guest is Adam Jentleson, Communications and Outreach Director at The Center for American Progress...a Washington-based liberal think tank. Has the convention’s aim to build party unity been achieved? Then Sasha’s joined by Bernie Horn, author of “Framing the Future” to talk about his article on how progressives can frame what they stand for, in twelve words.
08-22-2008
How do other countries manage their health care? Which country’s healthcare earned the highest satisfaction rate from its citizens?
Sasha’s guest is Washington Post veteran foreign correspondent T. R. Reid, who teamed up with Frontline to present a new documentary, titled “Sick around the world”, visiting and comparing the health care system in five democracies: United Kingdom, Japan, Germany, Taiwan and Switzerland.
08-15-2008
While 70-percent of Americans believe the nation is headed in the wrong direction, it is a largely undefined concern. Analyzing and dissecting the issue, Sasha’s guest is Dr. Andrew Bacevich, retired Army Colonel, Professor of history and international relations at Boston University, and author of “The Limits of Power, - The End of American Exceptionalism.”
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