Recorded On May 5th, 2025

The Carl Nelson Show covers a range of critical issues, starting with the aftermath of devastating fires in Pasadena and Altadena. Highlights include the quick restoration of power in the region, debris clearance efforts, and the challenges involved. Residents face a choice between using Los Angeles County’s debris removal services or hiring private contractors, though delays or high costs could result in property liens. The dangers associated with hazardous materials, particularly heavy metals seeping into water tables, are also emphasized. Some residents are sifting through debris themselves, fully equipped with hazmat suits, while FEMA and LA County continue to assist in the recovery process at a slower than normal pace.

The discussion shifts to supply chain disruptions impacting essential goods like medical supplies and auto parts, which has slowed to one-third of its usual operation. Transitions into political commentary address Marco Rubio consolidating dual roles in government, raising legal and ethical concerns about officials holding multiple positions.

Internationally, the show reflects on Libya in the 1980s, discussing US airstrikes against Gaddafi, his focus on an independent African currency, and broader geopolitical implications. Attention is also drawn to Burkina Faso’s transformation under Thomas Sankara, changing from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso, meaning “land of upright men.” The country’s move toward controlling and leveraging its gold, oil, and other resources signals a shift in the global chessboard that warrants attention. The program provides a compelling mix of local crises, political analysis, and global developments.

Recorded On May 5th, 2025
The Carl Nelson Show covers a range of critical issues, starting with the aftermath of devastating fires in Pasadena and Altadena. Highlights include the quick restoration of power in the region, debris clearance efforts, and the challenges involved. Residents face a choice between using Los Angeles County&rsquo;s debris removal services or hiring private contractors, though delays or high costs could result in property liens. The dangers associated with hazardous materials, particularly heavy metals seeping into water tables, are also emphasized. Some residents are sifting through debris themselves, fully equipped with hazmat suits, while FEMA and LA County continue to assist in the recovery process at a slower than normal pace.
The discussion shifts to supply chain disruptions impacting essential goods like medical supplies and auto parts, which has slowed to one-third of its usual operation. Transitions into political commentary address Marco Rubio consolidating dual roles in government, raising legal and ethical concerns about officials holding multiple positions.
Internationally, the show reflects on Libya in the 1980s, discussing US airstrikes against Gaddafi, his focus on an independent African currency, and broader geopolitical implications. Attention is also drawn to Burkina Faso&rsquo;s transformation under Thomas Sankara, changing from Upper Volta to Burkina Faso, meaning &ldquo;land of upright men.&rdquo; The country&rsquo;s move toward controlling and leveraging its gold, oil, and other resources signals a shift in the global chessboard that warrants attention. The program provides a compelling mix of local crises, political analysis, and global developments.

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela’s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC’s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 6-10 am on WOL 1450am, WOLB Talk 1010am, WOLBBaltimore.com and WOLDCNews.com

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela&rsquo;s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC&rsquo;s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 6-10 am on WOL 1450am, WOLB Talk 1010am, WOLBBaltimore.com and WOLDCNews.com

The Carl Nelson Show

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela’s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC’s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 4-7 pm on WOL 1450am and WOLDCNews.com

Ground-breaking, Peabody Award-winning broadcast news journalist Carl Nelson, has interviewed Presidents, Prime Ministers, Heads of State, politicians, authors, celebrities, civic leaders, and people from all walks of life over a four-decade career that has taken him from Nelson Mandela&rsquo;s prison cell in South Africa to the Rodney King Riots in Los Angeles, to his present career as the host of Washington DC&rsquo;s latest daily newsmaker radio program weekdays from 4-7 pm on WOL 1450am and WOLDCNews.com