Best Decarceration Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 10: The Ostara Initiative talks about prison birth work across the country 1:07:38

1d ago1:07:38

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The Ostara Initiative manages several prison birth work programs across the country. Erica Gerrity and Shanita Lawrence joined Shannon to talk about there experiences giving birth in prison; designing and managing a prison doula program that now operates in Minnesota, Alabama, Oregon, the federal system, and soon Wisconsin; and why this work is so …

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In Conversation with The Honourable Marion Buller re: MMIWG, Additional Miscarriages of Justice, and the Potential of a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income 30:48

14d ago30:48

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On this episode of Appointed, Senator Pate speaks with The Honourable Marion Buller, Chancellor of the University of Victoria and former Chief Commissioner of the National Inquiry into Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, and the first Indigenous woman appointed as a judge in British Columbia. The two discuss the connections between pov…

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Episode 9: Kyle Ashley Talks About the Art and Science of Collaboration 1:00:42

24d ago1:00:42

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Kyle Ashley, the newly appointed Director of Community Outreach for the Milwaukee County Executive’s Office, has a rich history of community engagement and collaboration. In this episode, he discusses what he’s learned, what he has demonstrated, and his insights on around how to effectively collaborate, and why it is so greatly important to improvi…

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A Conversation with Ottawa City Councillors Theresa Kavanagh and Marty Carr re: Ottawa's Support for a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income & Its Importance as a Means of Addressing Income Insecurity and Health ... 27:41

2M ago27:41

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On this episode of Appointed, Senator Kim Pate speaks with Ottawa City Councillors, Theresa Kavanagh and Marty Carr. This fabulous duo successfully presented a motion on July 10, 2024, supporting a Guaranteed Livable Basic Income. They were inspired by the Ottawa Board of Health June 17, 2024 resolution supporting a Basic Income Guarantee for all p…

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Episode 8: Cecelia Klingele breaks down the criminal legal system in WI 1:34:31

2M ago1:34:31

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Cecelia Klingele and Shannon discuss Truth in Sentencing, the difficulty of focusing on crimeless revocation, the fact that incarceration promotes the exact opposite of what’s needed to succeed upon release, and more. This is arguably a must-listen for anyone interested in or doing criminal legal reform work on WI.…

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Episode 7: State Representatives Talk Criminal Legal System Reform in Wisconsin 44:15

2M ago44:15

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Now former state representatives Evan Goyke and Dora Drake talk with Shannon about strategies, experiences, and hopes around criminal legal system reform in Wisconsin. Since this episode, both individuals have since moved on to different positions in government to continue this work.By The Community and MSOE

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Episode 6: Shannon talks agnostic/atheist formerly incarcerated success stories with Dominee & Matthew 1:06:52

3M ago1:06:52

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Dominee Meek and Matthew Wick exchange stories with Shannon about all of their journeys through over 60 years in the system without believing in god: what they learned, how it limited their opportunities and path, and how it impacts their reentry journey.By The Community and MSOE

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Episode 5: Ruben Gaona Talks Home Ownership & Entrepreneurship Post Incarceration 50:26

3M ago50:26

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Shannon talks with Ruben Gaona about the pros and cons of entrepreneurship versus employment and rental versus homeownership for people with criminal records, particularly those still on “paper.” Ruben Gaona is the Executive Director of My Way Out, an organization focused on reentry support for formerly incarcerated individuals. Ruben's work has ea…

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Episode 4: Simmone Kilgore Talks “Second Chance” Language and How to Carry Shame 38:58

4M ago38:58

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Simmone Kilgore LPC, an experienced trauma therapist talks with Shannon about "Second Chance" language, shame, and her career. She knows incarceration closely in her family. Simmone is the ReCAST Program Manager within Milwaukee's Office of Violence Prevention and assists Milwaukee’s youth and families most vulnerable to systemic and community viol…

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Episode 3: Kaleigh Atkinson & Shannon Talk Correcting the Narrative 39:31

4M ago39:31

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Narrative work is foundational in not only the criminal legal system but in life overall. Kaleigh Atkinson and Shannon discuss the origins of the Correcting the Narrative campaign, how it has evolved over time, what they have learned, and where it is going next.By The Community

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#20 - Legally Expecting: The MamAttorney explains your rights! 53:28

4M ago53:28

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The motherhood tax is real. The pay gap still exists. Too many women are forced out of jobs. It's time to change that. Daphne Delvaux, the MamAttorney is on a mission to educate every woman on her rights at work. You probably have more rights than you think you do. You CAN advocate for yourself in a way that is well-received and protected. You CAN …

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Episode 2: Janos Marton Talks Reform & Abolition with Shannon 39:58

5M ago39:58

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Janos Marton and I discuss the debate between reform and abolition around the criminal legal system. (Note: This episode was recorded 2 years ago.) Janos Marton is the Chief Advocacy Officer for Dream.Org, an organization committed to closing prison doors and opening doors of opportunity. Janos is a born and raised New Yorker who began his career a…

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Episode 1: Adam Procell and Shannon Ross go to Belize 1:03:18

5M ago1:03:18

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What started out as an exploration of the possibilities of traveling while on paper (extended supervision) ultimately turned into a legitimate research project ending with Adam Procell and Shannon Ross traveling to the only non-profit prison in the world located in Belize.By The Community and MSOE

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From H.A.L to Chat GPT: Preparing for the Future of AI & Investing, feat. Deepti Doshi, New_Public and Katy Knight, Siegel Family Endowment 1:01:35

7M ago1:01:35

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S3 Ep8 | What does Artificial Intelligence (AI) have to do with financial activism? And what should investors know as the field continues to evolve? This episode Renegade is joined by Katy Knight, President & Executive Director, Siegel Family Endowment and Deepti Doshi, Co-Director, New_Public to learn more about AI and innovation in this field. Ou…

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Progressive Pockets Guest Episode: The surprising truth about what ESG actually means 27:18

8M ago27:18

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This week Renegade Capital features a special guest episode from the Progressive Pockets Podcast! Hosted by Genet G.G. Gimja, Progressive Pockets is a podcast at the intersection of social impact and money that covers questions of how we might spend, donate, and invest more in line with our values. In this episode, they talk about ways to line up o…

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How to Invest for Social Justice, feat. Rachel Robasciotti, Adasina Social Capital 1:06:22

8M ago1:06:22

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S3 Ep7 | What does it really mean to invest in social justice, and how do we know it’s making a difference? And is it something everyone can do? In this episode, Rachel Robasciotti, Founder & CEO of Adasina Social Capital, joins us to share how they have answered these questions. We’ll talk about how Rachel and Adasina combine data and financial ac…

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Making Data a Dynamic Investment Tool for Decarceration, feat. Tanay Tatum-Edwards, FreeCap Financial, Inc 56:54

9M ago56:54

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S3 Ep6 | The United States has the highest incarceration rate in the world, with almost 2.2 million people in prison, and 1 in 7 Americans have an immediate family member incarcerated for more than a year. And yet the prison-industrial complex remains a robust, well-funded system. The right data gives us not only a picture of the dire state of inca…

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Macguyvering Money for Indigenous Communities feat. Lakota Vogel, Four Bands Community Fund 51:05

10M ago51:05

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S3 Ep5 | To “MacGuyver” something is to use something in an inventive way, using what you have in a creative way to repair or make something new. In the context of finance, traditional capital systems don’t always work with the resources we have on hand, so many of us find ways to “MacGuyver” money to fit our needs as best we can. In this episode, …

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Investing in Climate Resilience the Appalachian Way, feat. Andrew Crosson & Baylen Campbell, Invest Appalachia 49:56

10M ago49:56

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S3 Ep4 | Climate change is impacting not only our oceans and ozone, but our own cities and homes. That means there are environmental, economic, and social repercussions that we have to start thinking about today. Investing in climate resilience means finding ways to prepare people and communities for our climate-changed world. In this episode, Andr…

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Increasing Diversity in Real-Estate Development Can Drive Systemic Change In Communities of Color with U.S. Bancorp Impact Finance 51:39

11M ago51:39

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S3 Ep 3 | According to a new study, Black and Hispanic real estate developers together make up less than 1 percent of their industry. This gap in the real estate industry isn’t just a representation crisis, it’s also a huge missed opportunity – the study estimates a more diverse industry could create more than $100 billion in new revenue. Investing…

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146 Emily Horowitz - From Rage to Reason 1:05:59

11M ago1:05:59

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Joshua B. Hoe talks with Emily Horowitz about her book “From Rage to Reason” You can find complete episode notes on our website www.decarcerationnation.comBy Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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145 Vincent Schiraldi - Mass Supervision 1:01:14

11M ago1:01:14

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Joshua B. Hoe talks with Vincent Schiraldi about his book “Mass Supervision” You can find complete show notes on our web page https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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Investing in Women’s Economic Power, feat. Calvert Impact 52:52

11M ago52:52

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S3 Ep1| After a year where The Barbie Movie, Taylor Swift, and Beyonce have all broken records in the entertainment industry, the world has gotten a glimpse of the economic power of women. According to the US Department of State, the financial contributions of women are vital for achieving a more stable and secure financial system. In this episode …

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144 Jared Fishman - Fire On The Levee 53:35

11M ago53:35

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Joshua B. Hoe talks with Jared Fishman about his book “Fire On The Levee” You can find complete show notes on our website www.decarcerationnation.comBy Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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A Conversation with Kendal David: Basic income, Canada Disability Benefit & Youth engagement 37:05

11M ago37:05

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BICYN’s most recent op-ed in The Hill Times (not mentioned in the podcast - but super relevant to the podcast!) is about the Canada Disability Benefit and why we still need a guaranteed basic income. It was written by BICYN directors Alexandra Zannis and Ellen Spannagel. (https://www.hilltimes.com/story/2023/...) Kendal's academic work: https://car…

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Conversation with President Cassidy Caron: Métis Self-Governance, Bill C-53 & Bill S-233 31:17

11M ago31:17

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For more information: President Cassidy Caron: https://www.metisnation.ca/presidents... Métis National Council: https://www.metisnation.ca/ The various Accords and Sub-Accords between the MNC & Canada: https://www.metisnation.ca/about/reso... The Métis Nation of Ontario Housing Census: https://www.metisnation.org/news/the-... Bill C-53: Recognition…

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Investing In Women’s Financial Independence, feat. Self-Help Credit Union and FreeFrom 1:05:56

12M ago1:05:56

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Content Warning: This episode contains discussions of domestic violence. Please listen at your own discretion. S3 Ep1 What does financial freedom mean to you? For many survivors of domestic violence, financial freedom means having the ability to leave an abusive relationship. Financial, gender-based violence is expensive, and 84% of survivors ident…

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143 Radley Balko - Police Accountability 1:03:14

1y ago1:03:14

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Joshua B. Hoe talks to reporter Radley Balko about policing and accountability You can find full show notes on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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#19 - Lilli Cooper LIVE from BroadwayCon 2023: Being A Working Mom on Broadway 44:05

1y ago44:05

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Tony Award Nominee Laura Bell Bundy (LEGALLY BLONDE) chats with THE COTTAGE co-star and fellow Tony Nominee Lilli Cooper (TOOTSIE, POTUS) about the causes that matter to her and what it's like to start a family while working on Broadway - LIVE from BroadwayCon 2023. Produced by Dori Berinstein and Alan Seales. A proud member of the Broadway Podcast…

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#18 - The Fight for Abortion Access Continues: Examining the Fallout of Roe V Wade's Reversal 1:04:05

1y ago1:04:05

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Embark on a powerful journey with Pregnancy Justice and The New York Women's Foundation as we gather for a livestream panel discussion. Co-hosted by Shea Carter and Tiffany Springle, we'll assess the state of reproductive justice, one year after the historic Roe v Wade decision was overturned. Brace yourself for an impactful conversation that will …

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142 Dr. Genevieve Rimer & Samra Haider - Center for Employment Opportunity 49:00

1y ago49:00

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Joshua B. Hoe talks to Dr. Genevieve Rimer & Samra Haider about their work at the Center for Employment Opportunities Full show notes can be found on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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141 Justin Brooks - Actual Innocence 1:01:26

1+ y ago1:01:26

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Joshua B. Hoe interviews Justin Brooks about his book "You Might Go To Prison Even Though You Are Innocent" You can find complete show notes on our website www.decarceration.comBy Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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140 Joanna Schwartz - Qualified Immunity 1:04:49

1+ y ago1:04:49

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Joshua B. Hoe interviews Joanna Schwartz about her book "Shielded: How the Police Became Untouchable" You can find complete show notes on our website www.decarcerationnation.comBy Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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#17 - menoPAUSE... What Is Happening? with Tamsen Fadal and Tracy Dawson 56:57

1+ y ago56:57

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A candid conversation with Emmy Award winning news anchor turned Menopause Wellness Coach and advocate Tamsen Fadal and Writer/Actor/Speaker Tracy Dawson about the glorious discoveries midlife brings to us and how to prepare, eat, drink and function as you experience this stage in life. Produced by Dori Berinstein and Alan Seales. A proud member of…

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#16 - Decarceration: The Heartbreaking Reality of Women in Prisons and How You Can Be A Part of the Change 1:09:07

1+ y ago1:09:07

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Women are disproportionately disadvantaged in our prison and judicial system. Incarcerated women are more likely to face sexual assault, they are often denied resources like adequate healthcare, and they are often unable to get treatment for mental illness. Today’s conversation is a glimpse into an issue that doesn’t often make headlines. Rev. Shar…

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#15 - DENIM DAY Live Podcast Recording 1:04:33

1+ y ago1:04:33

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Recorded live on March 26, 2023. This recording special guests from RAINN and Paige, led by Dr. Emily Bonistall Postel. Click here to watch the video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TEj2pE6M758 National Sexual Assault Hotline (Available 24 hours): 1-800-656-4673 RAIN: rainn.org/about-rainn The Rape, Abuse, and Incest National Network (RAINN) is th…

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139 Bruce Western - Racism and Crime 1:01:06

1+ y ago1:01:06

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Joshua B. Hoe interviews Bruce Western about his National Academies of Sciences report on Racism and Crime You can find full show notes on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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138 Kramer, Kramer, and Reed - The First Step 1:08:38

1+ y ago1:08:38

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Joshua B. Hoe interviews Lance Kramer, Brandon Kramer, and Louis L. Reed about the documentary feature, "The First Step" You can find complete show notes on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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137 Jeffrey Bellin - Mass Incarceration 1:04:50

1+ y ago1:04:50

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Joshua B. Hoe talks with Jeffrey Bellin about his book "Mass Incarceration Nation" You can find complete show notes on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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136 Sheena Meade - Clean Slate Initiative 47:55

1+ y ago47:55

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Joshua B. Hoe interviews Sheena Meade about the Clean Slate Initiative You can find complete show notes on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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#14 - Human Design: The Guide to Success and Authenticity, with Erin Claire Jones 55:37

1+ y ago55:37

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Do you ever feel like you’re locked in a loop of behavior that isn’t serving you? That success feels far out of reach? That you feel exhausted and burnout? Human Design expert Erin Claire Jones gives us the Human Design 101 to better understand our individual energy make up. Each of us has one of 5 energy types along with profile numbers that give …

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Phone installation 16:07

1+ y ago16:07

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Temporary projectBy The Community and MSOE

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135 Lisa Hajjar - Torture 1:16:35

1+ y ago1:16:35

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You can find complete show notes on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/ Joshua B. Hoe interviews Lisa Hajjar about her book "The War in Court: Inside the Long Fight against Torture"By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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#13 - Deshi Singh: Conscious Consumerism for the WIN! 48:34

2y ago48:34

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Are you wanting to buy things for the people you love in your life but fear that what you are buying was made by underpaid women and children who are forced to work in unsafe conditions? Same girl SAME! This special holiday episode of the WOT Podcast is designed to help you navigate Black Friday like the Mother Teresa boss you are! This episode tac…

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#12 - Martha Plimpton: 'A' is for … Abortion 33:12

2y ago33:12

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Tony Nominee & Emmy Winner Martha Plimpton, who has been dedicated to reproductive rights since she was 16 years old, shares her expertise and experience around the subject of abortion. Her organization "A Is For" (https://www.aisfor.org/) provides necessary information and support for both those seeking an Abortion but for the services providers a…

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134 Chesa Boudin 1:02:01

2y ago1:02:01

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Joshua B. Hoe interviews Chesa Boudin about his time as District Attorney of SF and about his recall from that office You can read complete show notes on our website https://decarcerationnation.com/By Decarceration Nation (with Josh and Joel)

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Why Small Businesses Need More from Impact Finance: Gabby and Rozalynn Goodwin, GaBBY Bows 44:48

2y ago44:48

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S2 Ep 9 How do the different pieces of impact finance all come together in the actual experience of small businesses? And when it’s time for the rubber to meet the road, are entrepreneurs receiving support that is truly helpful, or just extractive? Gabby Goodwin founded GaBBY Bows with her mom, Rozalynn, when she was just 7, and has since achieved …

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A Conversation with Neil Belanger: Disability Benefits, Indigenous Equality, and Guaranteed Livable Income 25:42

2y ago25:42

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Podcast Links: Click here to access Income Supports and Indigenous Peoples In B.C. - An Analysis of Gaps and Barriers Click here to check outCovering All the Basics: Reforms for a More Just Society Click here to read Together BC - British Columbia’s Poverty Reduction Strategy Click here to access resources available via Basic Income Coalition Canad…

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When Investing for Impact in Rural America Turns Into “Extractive Capital”: Stephanie Randolph, Deputy Director of Cassiopeia Foundation and Sara Morgan, Executive VP and CIO at Fahe 55:06

2y ago55:06

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S2 Ep9 When investors turn to rural America, they often bring assumptions about life and communities there, both positive and negative. These assumptions, no matter how well intentioned, can sometimes result in the wrong type of investment for that community, or even no investment at all. In this episode Renegade Capital is joined by two experience…

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Capital Commitments to Black Communities- Real Investment or PR Promise?: Robert E. James II, President & CEO of Carver Financial Corporation 49:03

2y ago49:03

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In the wake of George Floyd’s murder in 2020, we saw a significant rise in commitments to investing in Black communities and businesses. Now, two years later, where do those commitments stand? Did the CDFIs, corporates, banks, and philanthropies ever back up their promises? In Episode 7 we talk with Robert E. James, II, President & CEO of Carver Fi…

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