The Karel Cast

It’s Christmas — Let’s Dance! 🎄💃 | Karel CastNo politics. No heavy headlines. No big debates.It’s Christmas Day — a day for joy, memories, music, and movement. And today on The Karel Cast, we’re doing exactly that: dancing through decades of stories, songs, and survival.I’ve been making music professionally since the late 1980s, and on this special Christmas episode, I’m sharing the stories behind the songs — and playing some of the music videos I’ve created over the years, including:🎶 “Everybody Get On Up” — big hair, fake music, real dancing, and one unforgettable outfit straight from the hood.🎶 My first “big” record with Jellybean Benitez — how we met, where it was recorded, and why we ended up in the desert… in a trailer… with 200 pieces of fried chicken.🎶 “Don’t Stop” — my first Sylvester cover, featuring Thea Austin and Jeanie Tracy (who sang on the original), plus incredible studio stories.🎶 “Stronger Together” — written after Michelle Obama’s “when they go low…” moment, and how Daniel, Thea, Morgan, and I came together in my TuffStudio.🎶 “Married Men” — why that song had to be written.🎶 “We’re Not Going Back” — an anthem that hit Top 4 in the UK.🎶 “Do You Wanna Funk” — another Sylvester classic with a very unique backstory.This episode is about music as memory, movement as survival, and dancing because we’re still here.It’s Christmas.Let’s dance. 🕺✨The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel.Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.The Karel Cast is heard on all major platforms from Apple Music to iHeart, Spotify to Spreaker.Live Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, and also streaming on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster, songwriter, and entertainer, currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember.#ItsChristmasLetsDance, #ChristmasDayPodcast, #DanceMusicHistory, #KarelCast, #HolidayMusicSpecial, #ClassicDanceMusic, #SylvesterTribute, #LGBTQMusicHistory, #ChristmasVibes, #MusicStorytelling, #HouseMusicRoots, #QueerJoy, #HolidayJoy, #DanceBecause, #MusicMemories, #LasVegasCreator, #ChristmasPodcast, #EmberTheServiceDog, #UKDanceCharts, #MusicAsSurvivalhttps://youtube.com/live/o2KdTIQHTlUBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

The True Meaning of Christmas (It’s Not What You Think) | Karel CastEvery year we decorate the tree, exchange gifts, sing the songs, and gather with loved ones — but do we ever stop to ask why we do any of it? On this Christmas Eve episode of The Karel Cast, we take a deeper look at the true meaning of Christmas: where the traditions came from, what they were meant to symbolize, and how the holiday has evolved into what it is today.We’ll also talk honestly about why Christmas can feel magical for some — and painfully lonely or depressing for others. From nostalgia and loss to hope and connection, this is a reflective, thoughtful conversation about what this night really represents in our modern world.Whether Christmas fills you with joy, sadness, or a mix of both, this episode is for you.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel.Please watch, like, comment, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.The Karel Cast is heard on all major streaming platforms — from Apple Music to iHeartRadio, Spotify to Spreaker.Live Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, and streaming on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer broadcasting from Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Airlines vs. Bigger Bodies: Should Fat Travelers Pay More? | Karel Cast Holiday travel is here — and Southwest Airlines is back in the spotlight for its “customer of size” policy. If you’re considered too large for a single seat, they require you to buy two. Sure, you might get a refund later… but will you? And is this policy fair?Let’s be honest: airplane seats are shrinking while Americans are getting larger. Should heavier passengers be financially penalized — or should airlines be held accountable for designing seats that barely fit anyone? And what does this say about how society treats bigger bodies?Plus: As we wrap up the year, Karel dives into the best movies, best music, and standout cultural moments of 2024 — the hits, the surprises, and what’s absolutely worth your time this holiday break.And finally: What would your perfect Christmas gift be this year? Let’s talk joy, wishes, and what really matters as we close out the year.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel.Stream The Karel Cast Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on Apple Music, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram.#KarelCast, #HolidayTravel, #AirlinePolicies, #SouthwestAirlines, #BodyPositivity, #FatShaming, #TravelNews, #AirlineSeats, #AviationIssues, #HolidaySeason2024, #MovieRecommendations, #BestMusic2024, #PopCultureNews, #Christmas2024, #GiftIdeas2024, #NewsCommentary, #ProgressiveTalk, #SocialIssues, #LGBTQVoices, #LasVegasCreatorhttps://youtube.com/live/cJnWWycOc_IBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Trump’s Oval Office Meltdown, Bongino Exits FBI, and UnitedHealth’s Deadly DenialsLast night’s Oval Office address from Donald Trump was meant to reassure the nation—but instead became an awkward, rambling spectacle that many are calling an international embarrassment. Trump insisted the economy is “fine,” listed supposed accomplishments, and brushed off serious problems as minor issues he alone can fix. The result was painful to watch—and deeply revealing.Was it incompetence, denial, or something else entirely? And does it explain why Dan Bongino abruptly stepped down as FBI Deputy Director?Plus, a major reckoning for UnitedHealthcare. After years of denying and delaying critical care, the company now faces wrongful death lawsuits following the deaths of three nursing home residents who were blocked from emergency hospital treatment. Is accountability finally coming—and how many more cases are waiting in the shadows?📌 The Karel Cast is supported by viewer donations at patreon.com/reallykarel👍 Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel🎧 The Karel Cast is available on all major platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, iHeartMedia, and Spreaker.📺 Live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PT, with clips on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, reporting from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember.#TrumpSpeech, #OvalOffice, #PoliticalCommentary, #TrumpNews, #BreakingPolitics, #Bongino, #FBI, #UnitedHealthcare, #HealthcareCrisis, #CorporateAccountability, #WrongfulDeath, #NewsPodcast, #ProgressiveMedia, #KarelCast, #LGBTQVoices, #LasVegas, #CurrentEvents, #USPolitics, #MediaCriticism, #EmberTheServiceDoghttps://youtube.com/live/o7xxbwu-RIQBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

RFK Jr., Junk Science, and the Dangerous War on Public Health | Karel CastA headline from The Hill claims “the war on saturated fat was never based on good science.” That claim is false — and dangerous. Decades of peer-reviewed research link high saturated fat intake to heart disease and serious health outcomes. Yet RFK Jr. is pushing this narrative anyway.Since entering office, RFK Jr. has systematically dismantled public-health safeguards — from vaccines to nutrition policy — gutting the CDC and undermining trust in science. So the real question becomes: why is he willing to gamble with Americans’ lives?On today’s episode of The Karel Cast, we break down how misinformation around food and health becomes policy — and who pays the price.Plus: how much does each state actually contribute to the U.S. GDP? The numbers are shocking, and they completely undercut MAGA talking points about “who carries the country.”And finally: Hollywood’s “woke” reputation vs. reality. Over 90% of what Americans watch is created by white people, with nearly 80% by white men. Is this just demographics — or a full-scale regression to old power structures?This episode connects health, economics, media, and power — and why all of it matters right now.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel.Please watch, like, comment, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.The Karel Cast streams Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PST on Apple Music, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember.#KarelCast, #RFKJr, #PublicHealthCrisis, #HealthMisinformation, #SaturatedFat, #HeartDisease, #ScienceMatters, #CDC, #HealthcarePolicy, #USPolitics, #MAGAMyths, #EconomicReality, #StateGDP, #HollywoodDiversity, #MediaRepresentation, #ProgressiveVoices, #PoliticalCommentary, #LGBTQVoices, #LasVegasCreator, #EmberTheServiceDoghttps://youtube.com/live/7c6RThpAYpMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

A Holiday Weekend of Tragedy, Violence, and How We Keep Going | Karel Cast 25-170This was supposed to be a holiday weekend — and instead, it became a devastating reminder of how broken and violent the world feels right now.Two people were shot and killed at Brown University, with the suspect still at large.In Australia, 15 people were murdered in a hate-driven mass shooting, the country’s deadliest in 30 years.And in a shocking family tragedy, Rob Reiner and his wife were murdered in their home by their own son.It’s overwhelming. It’s heartbreaking. And it raises the question so many of us are asking right now:Is the world losing its mind — and how do we stay positive when tragedy feels constant?On today’s episode of The Karel Cast, we talk honestly about grief, fear, compassion fatigue, and what it takes to keep going when the news never lets up.Plus, a lighter — but revealing — moment: a major vegan fail this weekend that made me realize how even our diets are being impacted by Donald Trump-era economics and policy fallout.This is a conversation about reality, resilience, and finding humanity when the headlines feel unbearable.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel.Please watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.The Karel Cast is heard on all major platforms from Apple Music to iHeart, Spotify to Spreaker.Live Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, and also streaming on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer, currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl, Ember.#KarelCast, #HolidayTragedy, #GunViolenceCrisis, #MassShooting, #HateCrime, #WorldInCrisis, #BreakingNews, #MentalHealthMatters, #StayingPositive, #HolidayGrief, #NewsCommentary, #ProgressiveVoices, #LGBTQVoices, #VeganLife, #EconomicStress, #TrumpImpact, #LasVegasCreator, #CurrentEvents, #EmberTheServiceDog, #PodcastLifehttps://youtube.com/live/jXM71p5usZkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Republicans Want You Sick, Tired, and Distracted | Karel Cast 25-164Republicans are pushing policies that leave Americans with higher health premiums, fewer protections, and no real solutions—while Trump tries to rebrand “affordability” by blaming Democrats for an economy his party refuses to fix. Behind the scenes, GOP lawmakers are advancing legislation that completely ignores skyrocketing insurance rates.At the same time, the economy continues to slide, and the message from the right is loud and clear:Stay sick. Stay tired. Stay powerless.LGBTQ leaders are sounding the alarm as authoritarianism spreads through American institutions. “Stop thinking you’re safe, because you’re not,” one warns. From ICE disabling security cameras to secretive abuses of power, systems meant to protect us are instead targeting marginalized communities—especially LGBTQ Americans.This is why I’ve openly questioned staying in the United States. We’re watching constitutional norms erode in real time, and history tells us who becomes the first target.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel. Please like, subscribe, and share at youtube.com/reallykarel.The Karel Cast streams Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST and is available on Apple Podcasts, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, Instagram, and more.#KarelCast, #AmericanPolitics, #HealthcareCrisis, #GOPAgenda, #LGBTQRights, #Authoritarianism, #DemocracyAtRisk, #Trump2025, #USEconomy, #HealthInsuranceCrisis, #PoliticalCommentary, #ProgressiveVoices, #HumanRights, #SocialJustice, #LGBTQCommunity, #NewsAnalysis, #EconomicInequality, #SpeakTruthToPower, #ProtectDemocracy, #LasVegasCreatorhttps://youtube.com/live/P8PFAF7tU2MBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

2025: The Year America Got Thinner — But Not Healthier | Media Power Grabs & Cancer Truths2025 is being called “the year America shed” — with more people losing weight than ever thanks to fad diets, Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and every quick-fix trend imaginable. But here’s the shocking truth: Americans may be getting thinner, but not healthier. Why? Today we break down the real reasons behind the wellness illusion.Then, a massive story almost no one is paying attention to: the brewing Warner Bros. takeover battle. Donald Trump, backed by Saudi money and his son-in-law Jared Kushner, is pushing for a hostile takeover to compete with (and control) Netflix. What’s the motive? What does it mean for media, entertainment, and democracy? We dig into the power dynamics behind the scenes.Plus — new, surprising research on cancer detection asks a provocative question: Should all cancers be found? The answer isn’t what you think.The Karel Cast is funded by your support at patreon.com/reallykarel.Watch, like, comment, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.Listen on all major platforms: Apple Music, Spotify, iHeartMedia, Spreaker, and more. Catch the show Monday through Thursday at 10:30 AM PST, with daily clips on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster based in Las Vegas with his service girl, Ember — bringing bold commentary, big stories, and unfiltered truth.#TheKarelCast, #2025Trends, #OzempicCulture, #WeightLossTruth, #Wegovy, #Zepbound, #AmericanHealthCrisis, #MediaTakeover, #WarnerBrosDeal, #TrumpNews, #JaredKushner, #SaudiMoney, #NetflixWar, #CancerResearch, #HealthMyths, #PoliticalCommentary, #NewsAnalysis2025, #LasVegasCreator, #LGBTQCommentator, #PodcastLifehttps://youtube.com/live/NPftX-i5_EUBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Is It Going to Be A Dark Christmas?Headline BBC: New US security strategy aligns with Russia’s vision, Moscow saysHeadline ABC: Supreme Court to reconsider 90 year old precedent of limiting Presidential Powers to Fire Heads of Independent AgenciesHeadline Aaron Parnas: Trump Admin to instruct FBI to find extremist in the United States, including “radical gender ideology” , andi-ICE, pro-immigrant...including a way for people to turn people in.These are terrifying. Things are MUCH worse than we thought. But it’s Christmas for goodness sake. People were out shopping, people were decorating, myself included. What else can we do? Panic? And while many are out shopping, most are charging it according to research. Credit Card debt is going to increase exponentially in December. Because life is expensive.So is this a last hurrah? The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel Please watch, like and subscribe to the videos at youtube.com/reallykarelThe Karel Cast is heard on all streaming services from Apple Music to iHeart Media, Spotify to Spreaker. The show is Monday through Thursday at 1030 am Live PST. It can also be seen on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer currently in Las Vegas with his little service girl Ember.#TheKarelCast, #DarkChristmas, #USPolitics2025, #DemocracyAtRisk, #SupremeCourtWatch, #AuthoritarianThreats, #EconomicRealityCheck, #HolidayStress2025, #NewsCommentaryPodcast, #LasVegasCreatorhttps://youtube.com/live/s6qLFBsASgEBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Why Are Humans Making Themselves Obsolete? The AI & Robot Dilemma | Karel Cast 25-162Humans seem strangely driven to erase their own relevance. From the explosive rise of robotics to the unstoppable push toward advanced AI, we’re building machines that can do nearly everything we do — often better, faster, and cheaper. But here’s the real question: Why?Why are we creating technology that replaces us instead of supports us?Why are we racing toward automation knowing it will eliminate millions of jobs?Why are humans so willing — even eager — to make themselves obsolete?Today, we dive deep into the psychology behind humanity’s self-destructive tech obsession, explore what it means for our future, and break down the news of the day as only Karel can.Support The Karel Cast: patreon.com/reallykarelWatch, Like & Subscribe: youtube.com/reallykarelCatch the show Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on Apple Music, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, Instagram, and everywhere you get your media.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer in Las Vegas with his service dog Ember.#KarelCast, #AIRevolution, #AutomationDebate, #FutureOfWork, #RobotTakeover, #TechEthics, #HumanityAndAI, #DigitalFuture, #NewsCommentary, #TechDiscussion, #AIDebate, #TechnologyTrends, #RoboticsNews, #SocietyAndTech, #HumanBehavior, #MediaAnalysis, #SocialCommentary, #InnovationDebate, #AIImpact, #IndependentMediahttps://youtube.com/live/Mf_8v2KbsUMBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Dozy Don Showing Cognitive Decline — And Why Won’t the Media Say It? | Karel Cast 25-161Donald Trump’s behavior at his recent cabinet meeting raised serious questions about his cognitive health — from visibly bruised hands suggesting recent IVs or medical intervention, to falling asleep mid-meeting, to bizarre statements about “attacking boats on land.” Combined with years of confabulations, it’s getting harder to ignore the signs of progressive dementia. So why is the media ignoring it?Today we ask the big, uncomfortable question: Is the media intentionally avoiding the truth about Trump’s condition? Major outlets won’t touch obvious inconsistencies — not even basic facts. Pete Hegseth’s order wasn’t a “war crime” because there is no declared war; it was premeditated murder. Trump’s MRI at nearly 80 years old and out of shape could not realistically be “normal.” But corporate media refuses to challenge the narrative.Is this fear of corporate ownership? FCC pressure? Political backlash? And why are journalists ignoring the deadly decisions coming from Trump’s own cabinet?Let’s talk about what’s actually happening — not the sanitized version the networks want you to hear.Support The Karel Cast: patreon.com/reallykarelWatch & Subscribe: youtube.com/reallykarelStreaming everywhere Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST — Apple, Spotify, iHeart, Spreaker, TikTok, Instagram and more.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer based in Las Vegas with his service dog Ember.#TrumpNews, #MediaAccountability, #CognitiveDecline, #TrumpHealth, #PoliticalCommentary, #KarelCast, #NewsAnalysis, #DementiaDiscussion, #PressFailure, #CorporateMedia, #USPolitics, #WhiteHouseNews, #MediaBias, #TruthToPower, #InvestigativeNews, #BreakingPolitics, #ElectionCoverage, #TrumpAdministration, #RealTalk, #IndependentMediahttps://youtube.com/live/pAeqG_W9SXUBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

America Is Like White-Water Rafting: Chaos, Crisis & What Comes Next | Karel Cast 25-160America feels less like a country and more like a white-water raft—tossing us through political chaos, rising costs, and nonstop crises. Today, we break down the latest wave of turbulence.Pentagon Pete explodes with “kill them all” rhetoric and then scrambles to shift blame onto an admiral after a devastating strike. Are we crossing the line into war crimes? What does it mean for America’s moral standing?Meanwhile, Trump is spiraling as his approval ratings hit new lows, pushing him into full meltdown mode. And for everyday Americans, life isn’t much calmer: health insurance premiums, co-pays, grocery bills, and gas prices feel like a roller coaster nobody agreed to ride.So is there any calm water ahead—or are the next three years going to be even rougher? Can the country withstand this level of instability?Plus, Luigi shows up looking sharp in court while trying to get the gun and key evidence thrown out. If he succeeds… does the case fall apart? Could he actually walk?The Karel Cast is powered by your support at patreon.com/reallykarel.Watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.Catch the show Mon–Thu at 10:30 AM PST across all major platforms including Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer based in Las Vegas with his service dog Ember.#KarelCast, #AmericanPolitics, #WhiteWaterRaftingMetaphor, #USNewsAnalysis, #PentagonControversy, #WarCrimesDebate, #TrumpMeltdown, #EconomicStress, #HealthcareCrisis, #InflationTalk, #GroceryPrices, #GasPrices, #CourtDrama, #LegalAnalysis, #PoliticalCommentary, #NewsPodcast, #ProgressiveVoices, #LasVegasCreator, #TalkShowHost, #EmberTheDoghttps://youtube.com/live/Yux6ngmvbF0Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

💥 Pentagon Pete Accused of WAR CRIMES? | Karel Cast 25-159Today’s show dives into a breaking and explosive question: Did Pentagon Pete commit a war crime after a strike that killed innocent civilians on a foreign ship? And even if he did… would Trump ever allow him to be prosecuted, or will loyalty override justice yet again?Then we shift to something more personal:The holidays are here, and while the decorations are up, something feels heavier this year. Is the season losing its joy because the world feels so dark right now? You’re not alone if you feel it.Plus: Did you shop this weekend, or has consumerism lost its sparkle?And in honor of World AIDS Day, the U.S. government will no longer commemorate it — a disturbing sign of the times. I also learned about Allen R. Schindler, Jr., a name every American should know. The truth is clear: the state of being gay in the USA is not in a good place.Support the show at patreon.com/reallykarelWatch, like, and subscribe on youtube.com/reallykarelThe Karel Cast streams Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on all platforms: Apple Music, iHeartRadio, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, Instagram, and more.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer based in Las Vegas with his service dog Ember.#KarelCast, #WarCrimes, #PentagonPete, #WorldAIDSDay, #AllenRSchindler, #LGBTQNews, #GayRightsUSA, #HolidaySeason2024, #TrumpNews, #USPolitics, #GlobalNews, #BreakingNews, #AIDSHistory, #QueerVoices, #LasVegasLife, #PoliticalCommentary, #NewsAnalysis, #MediaCritique, #HumanRights, #CurrentEventshttps://youtube.com/live/vY8lhXewRLkBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

🔥 Thanksgiving Cooking Chaos + Shocking LGBTQ News You Need to Hear | Karel Cast 25-157It’s Thanksgiving, so we’re starting in the Karel kitchen with a whirlwind “best of” cooking compilation from the past few years. From crisp classic Gimlets to Indian dishes, falafel, and more, Karel takes you through some of his funniest and most memorable cooking moments—including that shirtless scene he had to do after losing a bet. Come laugh, stir, sip, and celebrate the holiday.Then we shift to the week’s global LGBTQ headlines with Canadian journalist Scott Jacobsen from The Good Men Project. This week’s stories are startling—from worldwide attacks on queer rights to reports that Trump tried to pressure countries to drop their DEI policies. It’s a conversation you won’t want to miss.Happy Thanksgiving from Karel and Ember—wishing you joy, community, and good food.✨ Support the show: patreon.com/reallykarel📺 Watch, like, and subscribe: youtube.com/reallykarel🎧 Listen everywhere: Apple Music, Spotify, iHeartMedia, Spreaker & more—live Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PST.Catch visual clips daily on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer based in Las Vegas, always joined by his loyal service girl Ember.#KarelCast, #Thanksgiving2025, #HolidayCooking, #KitchenChaos, #LGBTQNews, #GlobalLGBTQ, #ScottJacobsen, #GoodMenProject, #DEIDebate, #QueerRights, #LGBTQIssues, #CookingCompilation, #VeganCooking, #HolidayVibes, #PoliticalNews, #BreakingLGBTQ, #LasVegasCreator, #IndependentMedia, #ReallyKarel, #SupportCreatorsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

🔥 Your Food Is Killing Kids? The Explosive Truth Behind U.S. Food Production | Karel Cast 25-157It’s the day before Thanksgiving, but before you start cooking… you need to hear this.A shocking Los Angeles Times investigation reveals that many everyday American food products are chosen or handled by teenagers exposed to harmful chemicals—and you won’t believe what they’re paid for it. If you think you know where your food comes from, think again.Then—should the U.S. adopt a sugar tax like the U.K.? With obesity-related illnesses costing billions every year, maybe it’s time to rethink how our food system works.Plus: Are you drinking enough water? The average American absolutely isn’t—and when you hear what “enough” really means, you might rethink your daily routine.Join Karel for a sharp, real-talk breakdown of health, policy, food safety, and the hidden systems shaping your life every single day.✨ Support the show: patreon.com/reallykarel📺 Watch, like, and subscribe: youtube.com/reallykarel🎧 Listen everywhere: Apple Music, iHeart Media, Spotify, Spreaker, and more—live Monday–Thursday at 10:30 AM PST.Catch visual clips daily on TikTok and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster and entertainer based in Las Vegas with his loyal service girl Ember.#FoodSafety, #ThanksgivingPrep, #ChildLaborCrisis, #ChemicalExposure, #SugarTaxDebate, #PublicHealth, #ObesityEpidemic, #AmericanFoodSystem, #WaterIntake, #HydrationFacts, #KarelCast, #FoodNews, #ConsumerAwareness, #USFoodPolicy, #HealthCosts, #WellnessTalk, #NutritionNews, #LA TimesReport, #SupportIndependentMedia, #ReallyKarelhttps://youtube.com/live/xojd_BzombYBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

🔟 Fears Gen Y & Z Don’t Understand (But Gen X & Boomers Live With Daily) | Karel Cast 25-156Generational battles are louder than ever, with Gen Y and Z openly dragging Gen X and Boomers — but there’s one big truth no one wants to admit: Older generations know what it’s like to be young, but younger generations have no idea what it’s like to age.Today, we break down 10 major fears that Boomers and Gen X carry with them every day — fears younger generations don’t even think about. From financial instability to health crises to the collapse of social safety nets, these anxieties are real, growing, and shaping the way older Americans live.Plus:• After weeks of wall-to-wall Epstein coverage and Congress voting to release the files… where are they?• It’s screener season: here are the movies worth watching over Thanksgiving weekend.• And the most appalling story of the week: 15-year-olds picking America’s food, exposed to toxic chemicals, underpaid, and living in fear — a horrifying report from the LA Times.Support The Karel Cast at patreon.com/reallykarelWatch, like & subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarelNew episodes Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on all streaming platforms.Karel broadcasts from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember.#KarelCast, #GenX, #Boomers, #GenZ, #GenerationalDivide, #EpsteinFiles, #ThanksgivingMovies, #MovieReviews, #LaborRights, #ChildLabor, #CurrentEvents, #NewsCommentary, #USPolitics, #SocialIssues, #AgingInAmerica, #BoomerLife, #GenXLife, #ProgressiveMedia, #TalkShow, #LasVegashttps://youtube.com/live/MCeGDsq60e4Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

🔻 MAGA Meltdown: Chaos, Hypocrisy & the Real “Wicked” Message | Karel CastMAGA is having a full-on identity crisis — and today’s episode breaks down the bizarre contradictions.First, Marjorie Taylor Greene announces she’s leaving Congress, apologizes for “being crazy,” and claims she won’t be Trump’s battered spouse anymore. Then Donald Trump suddenly cozies up to Zohran Mamdani — the same man he called a communist who would destroy New York. The flip-flop is wild.Meanwhile, “America First” seems to mean everywhere but America as prices keep rising, health care becomes unaffordable, and MAGA leadership looks the other way.Plus: “Wicked” is crushing the box office, but are audiences missing the real message? The film mirrors our own politics — a powerless man behind the curtain, silencing critics and vilifying anyone who challenges the narrative.And it’s #PetPeeveMonday: Welcome to the era of professional ghosting. No one answers emails anymore until they need something — why has communication collapsed?Support The Karel Cast at patreon.com/reallykarelWatch, like & subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarelNew episodes Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on all major streaming platforms.Karel broadcasts from Las Vegas with his service dog Ember.#MAGA, #TrumpNews, #MarjorieTaylorGreene, #PoliticsToday, #Election2025, #AmericanPolitics, #KarelCast, #WickedMovie, #BoxOffice, #PoliticalHypocrisy, #NewsAnalysis, #USPolitics, #ProgressiveMedia, #LiberalCommentary, #CurrentEvents, #PoliticalTalkShow, #Ghosting, #PetPeeveMonday, #LasVegas, #EmberTheDoghttps://youtube.com/live/XTY3A2nlsCsBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Is This the Final Unraveling of a President? | Karel Cast 25-154A shocking scene unfolded as the former President once again lashed out—calling a female reporter “Quiet, Piggy,” simply for asking a question. And the media? Silent. Intimidated. Afraid he’d turn his rage on them next.Moments earlier he attacked another female journalist for daring to ask why a controversial Saudi Prince—an alleged criminal—was welcomed in the White House. The pattern is clear: escalating hostility toward women, toward the press, toward accountability.But beneath the insults lies something deeper. He’s taking hit after hit: Democrats’ major election wins, Congress refusing to kill the filibuster despite his demands, and his failed effort to block release of the Epstein files. The pressure is mounting, and the cracks are showing.Is this a man simply angry at the press… or a leader truly coming undone? And how dangerous is an unraveling President who still controls the nuclear codes?We dive into the moment, the psychology, and the dangerous implications.Support The Karel Cast at patreon.com/reallykarelWatch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarelThe Karel Cast streams Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST on all major platforms, including Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram.Karel is a history-making broadcaster based in Las Vegas with his service dog, Ember.#KarelCast, #PoliticsToday, #NewsAnalysis, #PresidentialPolitics, #WhiteHouseNews, #PressFreedom, #MediaMatters, #WomenInJournalism, #DemocracyAtRisk, #BreakingNews2025, #EpsteinFiles, #SaudiPrince, #CongressNews, #USPolitics, #Election2025, #PoliticalCommentary, #KarelLive, #LasVegasMedia, #ProgressiveVoices, #CurrentEventshttps://youtube.com/live/E3RZKd-nTGIBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Are Boomers Hoarding Wealth? And Why the Epstein Bill Is a Scam | Karel Cast 25-151Baby Boomers are holding onto their money—and most plan to spend it all before they die. So are Boomers being selfish and blocking the next generation from building generational wealth? Or is it their right to enjoy the money they worked for without owing a financial legacy to their kids? Today we dig into the debate: responsibility, entitlement, and why Americans are so obsessed with inheritance.Plus, the so-called “Epstein bill” is nothing but political theater. Speaker Mike Johnson is already pushing Senate amendments to block the release of names—framing it as “protecting new victims” from “unproven allegations.” Translation: we will never see the full list. It’s a distraction, a grift, and another example of Washington pretending to act while protecting powerful men.And in a surprise twist, Bill Maher and I officially have something in common now… and you may be shocked to hear what it is.The Karel Cast is made possible by your support at patreon.com/reallykarel.Watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.Streaming on Apple Music, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram — live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST.#KarelCast, #BabyBoomers, #GenerationalWealth, #EpsteinFiles, #PoliticalScam, #MikeJohnson, #USPolitics, #NewsAnalysis, #ProgressiveMedia, #WealthDebate, #EconomyTalk, #FinancialInequality, #BillMaher, #VegasLife, #LGBTQVoices, #BreakingNews, #MediaCommentary, #MAGA, #TalkShow, #AmericanPoliticshttps://youtube.com/live/u0HXNYSlC1MBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.

Why the Epstein Files Won’t Change Anything — And What Really Matters | Karel Cast 25-150The Epstein files are out again, and everyone is acting like this will finally be the moment—THE document drop that destroys Trump, exposes celebrities, or rewrites political reality. But let’s be honest: none of this will change a thing.We already know what we’re going to learn. It won’t be the bombshell MAGA fears, and it won’t be the partisan hit Democrats dream of. There are no accusers naming Trump, no pending trials, and no new revelations that will suddenly flip public opinion.And meanwhile, Washington only reacts to sex scandals—despite Trump’s actual, documented crimes.A treasonous insurrection.Circumventing Congress to levy taxes.Openly threatening journalists.Violations of the First Amendment.A convicted felon running for president.But America only wakes up when there’s a salacious angle. So why does a sex scandal get more attention than an attack on democracy?Let’s talk about what these files truly mean…and what they absolutely do not.The Karel Cast is supported by your generosity at patreon.com/reallykarel.Watch, like, and subscribe at youtube.com/reallykarel.Streaming everywhere: Apple Music, iHeart, Spotify, Spreaker, TikTok, and Instagram — live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST.#KarelCast, #EpsteinFiles, #TrumpNews, #PoliticalAnalysis, #ConvictedFelon, #MAGA, #USPolitics, #DemocracyAtRisk, #NewsCommentary, #BreakingNews, #ProgressiveMedia, #MediaTruth, #Corruption, #LGBTQVoices, #VegasLife, #Election2025, #NewsExplained, #TalkShow, #AmericanPolitics, #RealityCheckhttps://youtube.com/live/HbVsigHKsG0Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-karel-cast--1368295/support.The Karel Cast is supported by your donations at patreon.com/reallykarel and streams live Monday–Thursday at 10:30am PST. Available on YouTube, TikTok, Instagram, Apple Music, Spotify, iHeart Media, Spreaker, and all major platforms.