Friday, December 12, 2025

David Pham

All these entries are from ACoM's Curated Vlog, a column spotlighting a wide mix of stories and perspectives—some that challenge, surprise, or diverge from our own.
00:44:16

UFO Now UAP: Rebranding the Unknown, Set for Disclosure?

A wave of military sightings, whistleblowers, and congressional hearings is reshaping how we talk about the unknown. UFOs, now UAPs are no longer fringe. They’re a question we can’t ignore.
00:10:18

Brutal Monsoon Floods Devastate Southeast Asia, Sri Lanka

Late monsoon floods and landslides tore through South and Southeast Asia, killing over a thousand and driving millions from their homes
00:50:24

A Realignment Begins: Why the MAGA Base Started to Break in 2025

After the 2025 elections, Trumpism’s once-solid coalition is fracturing; evangelicals drifting, white women reassessing, and rising grassroots movements challenging fear-based politics.
00:24:12

Beauty and Beast Combined Is Sha’Carri Richardson

Sha’Carri Richardson electrifies every race with power, presence, and an unmistakable voltage. She’s the rare athlete whose elegance and ferocity merge into something the sport can’t look away from.
00:05:24

Pacific Islanders Across Oceania and the Diaspora Reclaim the Map

Spanning 22 nations and centuries of survival, Oceania’s peoples are reclaiming the ocean as their unbroken map — linking language, culture, and climate justice across continents.
00:54:27

‘Our Time Is Now’: South Asian Organizers Powered Zoran Mandani’s Historic Run for Mayor

Working-class South Asian organizers power Zoran Mandani’s historic NYC mayoral bid, transforming identity into solidarity, and a grassroots movement into real political power.
00:27:50

Protests Went Viral: How Indonesia Sparked Global Youth Movements

From Jakarta to Casablanca, from Kathmandu to Antananarivo, a pirate-flag meme became a symbol of defiance, uniting Gen Z through humor, outrage, and creativity.
00:20:19

Shohei Ohtani: The Night He Became a Legend — and Bridge Between Two Baseball Worlds

Shohei Ohtani’s 10 strikeouts and 3 home runs in Game 4 sealed the Dodgers’ pennant, bridging Japan and America through one transcendent night of baseball.
00:03:44

Bad Bunny at the 50-Yard Line: A Puerto Rican Icon, A Cultural Flashpoint

Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl spotlight isn’t just entertainment; it’s a collision of identity, industry, and empire. A Puerto Rican artist turns halftime into a lesson in culture, commerce, and power.
00:18:06

The Politics of Grace: James Talarico’s Bridge Between Church and State

Running for the Texas Senate, former teacher and seminarian James Talarico is reframing politics as moral work, challenging the rise of Christian nationalism with a theology of empathy, courage, and civic grace.
00:40:36

Shock. Awe. Focus. The New AI Reality

As AI rapidly evolves, humanity faces a choice: panic or alignment. This entry explores how mindset, discernment, and purpose can guide intelligent machines toward a more balanced future.
00:04:09

Indigenous Nations Across the Americas Defy Centuries of Erasure

From the Inuit of the Arctic to the Aymara of the Andes, Indigenous nations across the Americas defy erasure; preserving languages, traditions, and sovereignty as the first and forever peoples.
01:26:59

Bernie Sanders’s ‘Radical’ Idea: Make America Affordable Again

Bernie warns that billionaires run America, but insists change is possible through grassroots campaigns, affordable healthcare, and a new set of democratic priorities.
00:23:55

When Two White Ladies Go Gangsta on Nationalism

A candid podcast by two white women sparks a Black YouTuber’s reflection on race, privilege, and empathy, revealing how real solidarity can cross every boundary.
00:11:02

Warriors 2025–26: A Reinvented Roster Primed for Another Title Run

Steph Curry and Jimmy Butler lead a retooled Warriors roster with Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, and Seth Curry, veteran additions designed to keep Golden State’s title hopes alive in 2025–26.
01:28:50

The Woman Who Bridged Species and Remade Humanity’s Story

Jane Goodall, pioneering primatologist and global conservationist, has died at 91. Her groundbreaking chimp research and relentless activism reshaped science and inspired generations worldwide.
00:17:23

How to Stand Up to a Dictator in an Information Armageddon: Maria Ressa

Nobel laureate Maria Ressa warns of an “Information Armageddon,” where lies outpace truth. Yet her fight shows democracy’s battle isn’t over; and action, courage, and facts still matter.
00:13:01

The Revolt That Wouldn’t Die: Kenya’s Gen Z vs. Debt, Corruption, and State Violence

Kenya’s youth ignited a finance bill revolt, braved bullets, and won. A year later, they march on—demanding justice for the dead and a democracy free from creditors and corruption.
00:28:21

Free Speech Wins the Night: Jimmy Kimmel Returns to Air

After fierce backlash from unions, celebrities, and lawmakers, Disney reinstated Jimmy Kimmel. The reversal is being hailed as a rare stand for free expression under growing political pressure.
00:16:27

Consciousness, Quantum Physics, and Humanity’s Next Leap

Physicist Thomas Campbell links quantum theory and consciousness, arguing humanity stands at a turning point, shifting from fear and materialism toward love, authenticity, and a cooperative new paradigm.
00:25:09

Nepal’s Gen Z Ignites a Spontaneous Historic Revolution

Nepal’s youth say “enough.” Their faceless revolt toppled Prime Minister Oli, engulfed parliament in flames, and shattered the old order of corruption and privilege.
00:29:01

From BYD to Humanoids: Inside China’s Rapid Rise as a Tech Superpower

The robot age is taking shape. As China and the United States race to build humanoid machines, the stakes now touch economic growth, security, and global influence.
00:13:17

Blazers’ Two-Year Gambit on Yang Hansen Stuns the NBA

Portland’s draft shocker wasn’t reckless. By grabbing Yang Hansen at No. 16, the Blazers cashed in on a two-year plan that could redefine their future and reshape China’s basketball legacy.
00:02:42

Redistricting Explainer: No Longer Once a Decade, It’s Now Constant Political Warfare

Redistricting used to happen once a decade. Now Texas has redrawn midstream, while California and Missouri consider similar moves, fueling debate over fairness, representation, and shifting political power.
00:12:17

Alexandra Eala: Philippines’ Rising Star Shines at U.S. Open

Alexandra Eala’s stunning US Open debut, complete with a comeback, a fiery expletive and a history-making victory, signals a breakthrough moment for Filipino tennis and a rising star on the world stage.
00:29:00

Richard Wolff Warns of U.S. Economic Decline Amid Global Shifts

Economist Richard Wolff warns the U.S. faces decline, as failed tariffs, mass deportation threats, and global shifts erode its power, leaving America isolated abroad and unstable at home.
00:37:44

The Atheist Who Died and Found Life After Death

Nancy Rynes’ near-death experience turned tragedy into awakening. Once an atheist scientist, she returned from death with lessons of love, interconnectedness, and gratitude that now guide her life.
00:33:33

Sean the Science Kid: Fighting Misinformation with Curiosity

At just 10, Sean the Science Kid turns curiosity into content for 1.4M followers, mixing big dreams, hyperthymesia, and fresh insights in conversations that even impress Sanjay Gupta.
00:09:45

Steph Curry’s Return to China: Honored Like a Prince, Welcomed Like Family

Steph Curry’s return to Chongqing was insane—5,000 drones, sneaker parades, hot pot, wild fan love. The mountain mega city went all out, welcoming him like family.
00:03:56

The Unlikely Sport Transforming America’s Correctional Facilities

Behind prison walls, pickleball is proving powerful: teaching teamwork, boosting morale, and offering inmates the chance to rebuild lives, one serve at a time.

Jury Instructions, Closing Arguments In Epps Trial

Deliberations and a verdict are all that remain in the month-long murder trial of filmmaker and editor Kevin Epps in San Francisco Superior Court. 

America’s Incredibly Shrinking Population

Live Fri | U.S. birth rates are falling, immigration is slowing, and population decline looms. Experts explore demographic trends, economic impacts of a shrinking labor force, and global parallels reshaping major economies by 2100.

Amid Federal Health Cuts, California Preserves Maternal Coverage

While Medicaid maternal health access narrows nationwide, California is preserving and expanding care.
00:44:16

UFO Now UAP: Rebranding the Unknown, Set for Disclosure?

A wave of military sightings, whistleblowers, and congressional hearings is reshaping how we talk about the unknown. UFOs, now UAPs are no longer fringe. They’re a question we can’t ignore.