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Podcast: KPFK - Ralph Nader Hour
Host: Ralph Nader
Co-hosts: Steve Skrovan, David Feldman
Date: June 21, 2026
This episode of the Ralph Nader Hour explores the state of consumer protection, government accountability, and the importance of civic engagement in America. Ralph Nader and his co-hosts, Steve Skrovan and David Feldman, engage in a dynamic discussion with their guest—an expert in public policy—covering topics such as regulatory capture, threats to democracy, campaign finance, and the power of grassroots organizing. The conversation offers both historical perspective and actionable insights for listeners concerned about civic issues in the modern age.
"We're seeing a demolition of the very safeguards that were built over decades through sacrifice and civic engagement." — Ralph Nader [09:21]
"It's almost a given now: If you're regulating something, you've worked for that company, or you're about to." — Steve Skrovan [14:03]
"A thousand dedicated citizens, in every Congressional district, could turn this country around." — Ralph Nader [29:45]
Ralph Nader, on consumer protection:
"Regulators are supposed to be our sentinels. But too often, they're acting like doormen to the very industries they're meant to oversee." [18:10]
David Feldman, on democracy:
"There’s a sense that democracy is something that happens to us, not with us. But history shows that change comes when we show up." [23:32]
Anonymous Guest, on hope and progress:
"Progress is messy, but history bends toward justice when people refuse to give up." [38:16]
The episode maintains Ralph Nader’s signature blend of urgency and optimism, coupled with straightforward language, analogies drawn from decades of activism, and a call to rekindle civic action. The co-hosts interject humor and personal anecdotes, balancing critique with encouragement for listeners.
For listeners concerned about the nation's political and regulatory direction, this episode delivers a spirited assessment and a toolkit for action, rooted in the belief that democracy thrives when citizens engage.