Deep Dive: Shirley Chisholm’s Historic Bid, Gene Kelly’s Dance Revolution, and Phytoplankton Power - August 23, 2025
David Mercer and Andrew Lindbeck examine Shirley Chisholm’s 1972 presidential announcement at Concord Baptist Church of Christ, celebrate birthdays of Gene Kelly, Keith Moon, and River Phoenix (with a focus on Kelly’s choreographic innovations), and share a fact about phytoplankton producing roughly half of Earth’s oxygen.
In this Deep Dive episode, our hosts discuss...
- 📜 The hosts unpack Shirley Chisholm’s 1972 presidential announcement at Brooklyn’s Concord Baptist Church of Christ — why the venue mattered, how her candidacy challenged political norms, and the practical implications for campaigns, security, and public representation.
- 🎂 Today’s birthday segment highlights Gene Kelly (1912), Keith Moon (1946), and River Phoenix (1970), with a deep look at Gene Kelly’s transformation of movie musical choreography and camera-aware staging that made dance cinematic and influential for filmmakers.
- 💡 Fact of the day: About half of the oxygen we breathe is produced by microscopic ocean plants called phytoplankton — a reminder that oceans are a life-support system and that tiny organisms operate at planetary scale.
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- 📜 The hosts unpack Shirley Chisholm’s 1972 presidential announcement at Brooklyn’s Concord Baptist Church of Christ — why the venue mattered, how her candidacy challenged political norms, and the practical implications for campaigns, security, and public representation.
- 🎂 Today’s birthday segment highlights Gene Kelly (1912), Keith Moon (1946), and River Phoenix (1970), with a deep look at Gene Kelly’s transformation of movie musical choreography and camera-aware staging that made dance cinematic and influential for filmmakers.
- 💡 Fact of the day: About half of the oxygen we breathe is produced by microscopic ocean plants called phytoplankton — a reminder that oceans are a life-support system and that tiny organisms operate at planetary scale.
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Creators and Guests
Host
Andrew Lindbeck
Andrew Lindbeck is the lead anchor of Neural Newscast, bringing clarity and professionalism to daily news coverage. With a background in journalism and broadcasting, Andrew delivers comprehensive yet accessible news summaries, guiding listeners through the day’s most important stories. Known for his authoritative yet approachable style, he ensures that audiences stay informed with accuracy and depth. When he's not behind the mic, Andrew enjoys exploring emerging global trends and staying engaged with current events.
Producer
Chad Thompson
Chad Thompson is the producer of Neural Newscast, bringing his expertise in technology, cybersecurity, media production, DJing, music production, and radio broadcasting to deliver high-quality, engaging news content. A futurist and early adopter, Chad has a deep passion for innovation, storytelling, and automation, ensuring that Neural Newscast stays at the forefront of modern news delivery. With a background in security operations and a career leading cyber defense teams, he combines technical acumen with creative vision to produce informative and compelling broadcasts. In addition to producing the podcast, Chad creates its original music, blending his technical expertise with his creative talents to enhance the show's unique sound. Outside of Neural Newscast, Chad is a dedicated father, electronic music enthusiast, and builder of creative projects, always exploring new ways to merge technology with storytelling.
