Archive for March, 2019


Niteshift: March 25, 2019

In this week’s episode of NITESHIFT, Host Mike Sargent challenges the listeners to answer “How do we change our minds?” Featuring in studio guests; Musician Eugene Key and Award winning Jazz Painter Keith Brown, the panel discusses recent political and media events, which have stirred emotion and controversy for the public. Are our opinions easily swayed? What makes us change our point of view? Are we driven by fact or feelings? Listen in to find out why life truly is like science fiction. Become a WBAI
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Niteshift: March 18, 2019

The theme of this week’s episode of NITESHIFT is TECHNOLOGY. This week’s in studio guests include Leighann Lord and Andrew Schmertz of Hopscotch Air, who along with your host Mike Sargent ponder the question “Will technology save us or will it kill us?” How does technology impact business, and the business of living? From trains without conductors, to futuristic, genderless voice assistants, will technology be our saving grace?
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Niteshift: March 11, 2019

This week’s episode of NITESHIFT delves into the world of Crypto-currencies. Mike Interviews director/Actor Alex Winter for his new Documentary on the subject TRUST MACHINE: THE STORY OF BLOCKCHAIN. Guest Jack Rico TV host of CONSUMER REPORTS and the HIGHLY RELEVANT podcast joins host Mike Sargent to discuss the impact of digital currencies, such as bitcoin and blockchains, and their impact on society, as well as their longevity in our ever changing world. Is decentralization inevitable? Mike and Jack also discuss the presence of Latino culture in America, and the need for visibility. Become a WBAI Buddy in the name of Niteshift by calling 516- 620-3602 then email us at lifeislikesciencefiction@gmail.com to let us know.

Niteshift: March 4, 2019

This week’s episode of NITESHIFT is all about the tunes. Your host, Mike Sargent, and guests ponder the question “ What was the moment you realized you had taste in music”? Featuring Chris Taylor, Byron Saunders, & Elaina Fulgham, the guests discuss how iconic artists such as Jimi Hendrix to Madonna have shaped their taste in music. This week’s BAI Buddy premium features a 77 song track CD, compiled by Sargent himself, offering guests a chance to discover some Damn Good Music (DGM). Become a WBAI buddy in the name of Niteshift by calling 516-620-3602 then email us at lifeislikesciencefiction@gmail.com to let us know.

Niteshift: February 25, 2019