Best Debilyn Molineaux Podcasts (2024)

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Season 2: Ep 1: From Agoraphobia to Advocacy: Journey of Healing and Hope 13:11

3d ago13:11

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Send us a Text Message. Welcome to the Terrified Nation Podcast. In Season 2, we explore how everyday Americans are creating a better future. Join us for stories of personal growth, community action, and national impact, as we learn to move past fear, anger, and hopelessness. In this episode, Debilyn shares a deeply personal journey of overcoming a…

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Ep 19: Building Bridges: Action, Empathy, and Democracy 36:57

29d ago36:57

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Send us a Text Message. The importance of self-awareness, purposeful action, and intellectual humility; the urgent need to address current issues threatening democracy and the nation's fabric. For better understanding and empathy to heal the divisions in today's society, as well as the importance of conversation and community involvement in bringin…

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John Pavlovitz Won't Stop Fighting for Democracy 46:53

2M ago46:53

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When John Pavlovitz's new book Worth Fighting For: Finding Courage & Compassion When Cruelty is Trending, landed on my desk I was intrigued by the title. Given that trolling on socials, nastiness on the news, and day-to-day unkindness to one another seem to be the norm, there isn't any way to argue that cruelty is not the currency of the day. So a …

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Episode 17: Building Bridges: Action, Empathy, and Democracy 36:57

2M ago36:57

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The importance of self-awareness, purposeful action, and intellectual humility; the urgent need to address current issues threatening democracy and the nation's fabric. For better understanding and empathy to heal the divisions in today's society, as well as the importance of conversation and community involvement in bringing democracy back.…

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Episode 16: Education Reform with an Equity Warrior 25:09

2M ago25:09

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Host Debilyn Molineaux speaks with education equity advocate Dr. Almitra Berry about her decades of work reforming public school systems. Reflecting on mentoring the next generation and shares her vision of a future where all children receive a quality education that values diversity.By Debilyn Molineaux

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Ep 18: Education Reform with an Equity Warrior 25:09

2M ago25:09

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Send us a Text Message. Host Debilyn Molineaux speaks with education equity advocate Dr. Almitra Berry about her decades of work reforming public school systems. Reflecting on mentoring the next generation and shares her vision of a future where all children receive a quality education that values diversity.…

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Ep 17: Embracing New Possibilities: Power of the Solar Eclipse 15:48

3M ago15:48

15:48

Send us a Text Message. Join the Conversation for a Brighter Future! Debilyn Molineaux urges immediate action on pressing national issues, reflecting on the cultural shifts brought about by AI. Tune in as she describes the electric atmosphere during a total solar eclipse and discusses the historical context of Eclipse events, emphasizing the import…

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Ep 16: Visionaries of Tomorrow: Saving the Nation with Gen Z Perspectives 30:45

3M ago30:45

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Send us a Text Message. Delve into the perspectives of Generation Z and their vision for shaping our nation's future with Emily Muñoz. From career aspirations to community engagement, Emily share insights that inspire hope and action. Tune in to discover how young voices are leading the charge for change and how you can join the movement.…

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Getting Me Cheap 39:53

3M ago39:53

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All too often we think about, or more accurately don't think about, the ripple effects of low-wage work on families beyond the thought that things must be tight. In this conversation, based on their important book, Getting Me Cheap: How Low Wage Work Traps Women and Girls in Poverty, Lisa Dodson, Amanda Freeman, and I discuss the implications not j…

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Ep 15: Bogeyman: Confronting Fear, Building Community 14:01

3M ago14:01

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Send us a Text Message. Listen on "Bogeyman: Confronting Fear, Building Community" as Debilyn Molineaux navigates critical issues facing our nation with courage and insight. 🌱 Explore the intersection of fear and community dynamics through the lens of a divisive community garden. 💬 Discover how neighbors overcame conflict and division to co-create …

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Ep 14: Future of Democracy with John Gable 33:16

3M ago33:16

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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ Explore the Future of Democracy with John Gable on Terrified Nation! Join host Debilyn Molineaux in a riveting conversation with John Gable, co-founder and CEO of AllSides.com, as they delve into the intersection of technology and democracy. From envisioning a brighter future to breaking filter bubbles, discover how we ca…

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Ep 13: Faith, Democracy, and a Brighter Future 26:13

4M ago26:13

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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ Join Us for a Visionary Discussion! Dive into the thought-provoking conversation on faith, democracy, and shaping a brighter future in our latest episode, "Episode 11." Debilyn Molineaux engages with Paul Swearengen to explore the intersection of faith, societal norms, and personal identity. Discover how envisioning a pre…

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Ep 12: Uniting for a Resilient Future 6:41

4M ago6:41

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Send us a Text Message. Join host Debilyn Molineaux in an illuminating discussion on "Terrified Nation," where we explore the power of unity in shaping a resilient future for the USA through citizen action. 🔍 **Summary:** Delve into alternative approaches beyond fear as we dissect insights from President Biden's State of the Union address and Senat…

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Ep 11: Shaping America's Future 11:05

4M ago11:05

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Send us a Text Message. 🔍 Summary: Join host Debilyn Molineaux as we delve into alternatives to fear and authoritarianism post-Super Tuesday. Explore the pivotal role of primaries, community involvement, and voter registration in safeguarding the future of the USA. 🔊 Tune in now to gain insights and take action for a brighter tomorrow! Don't miss t…

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Ep 10: Art for Citizenship & Recovery 27:23

4M ago27:23

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Send us a Text Message. Explore how art inspires citizenship and aids in addiction recovery, featuring guest Suzanne Brennan Firstenberg's impactful installations and her vision of a future world. This engaging discussions centers on the power of art, creativity, and resilience. 💡 Key Takeaways: Discover how art fosters connections, resilience, and…

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Ep 9: Saving the Nation Through Hope and Action 27:44

5M ago27:44

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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ Join us for Episode 9 of our podcast! In this episode of Terrified Nation, host Debilyn Molineaux engages in a deep conversation with guest Manu Meel, exploring alternatives to fear and anger amidst national crises. Discover how we can envision personal growth, community connection, and advance society by embracing hope a…

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Ep 8: The Future Blueprint: Prioritizing Civic Life in a Polarized Nation 35:30

5M ago35:30

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Send us a Text Message. Explore the imperative of prioritizing civic life in a polarized nation with host Debilyn Molineaux and guest Mike Murphy. Gain insights into future goals and aspirations as we envision our lives in 2044, focusing on career, family, and societal blessings. Discover strategies for improving US democracy, addressing national c…

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Navigating being undocumented in the U.S. 53:31

5M ago53:31

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When I first heard about Engage and Evade: How Latino Immigrant Families Manage Surveillance in Everyday Life, Asad L. Asad's brilliant exploration of how undocumented people navigate living in the U.S. I thought that I had a pretty good understanding of the situation. I did not. The experience of living undocumented in the U.S., particularly in so…

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Ep 7: Saving the Nation Through Nonpartisan Reforms 27:26

5M ago27:26

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Send us a Text Message. 🎙️ Embark on a journey of nonpartisan reform in the latest episode of "Terrified Nation" with your insightful host, Debilyn Molineaux. 🇺🇸 Explore the alternative to fear and discover how we can best serve our nation: Future Goals in 2034: Future Goals in 2034: Immerse yourself in ERIC'S vision of 2034, envisioning a diverse …

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Ep 6: Shaping a Fearless Future" with Caroline Klibanoff 25:57

5M ago25:57

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Send us a Text Message. Discover the profound impact of history on our national fears and explore alternative solutions with host Debilyn Molineaux. In this episode, our guest, a historian and podcast host, shares their futuristic goals and preferences through time travel and self-reflection. 🚀 Key Highlights: Unveil personal and societal goals for…

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Ep 5: Embracing Alternatives to Fear 13:52

5M ago13:52

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Send us a Text Message. Dive into Episode 5 with host Debilyn Molineaux as she explores innovative alternatives to fear in a nation gripped by uncertainty. This episode is packed with insightful discussions and personal stories: 📻 **Episode Highlights:** - **0:02** - Debilyn Molineaux embarks on a journey to save the nation by unraveling alternativ…

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Ep 4: Navigating Political and Social Challenges 9:59

6M ago9:59

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Send us a Text Message. Join host Debilyn Molineaux on a journey to explore solutions for the United States in the midst of political and social crises. In Episode 4, expect thought-provoking insights and discussions: 📻 **Episode Highlights:** - **0:02** - Debilyn Molineaux delves into the imperative task of saving the United States from its curren…

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Ep 3: Confronting Fear About Your Country's Future? 8:03

6M ago8:03

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Send us a Text Message. Ready to dive into the dynamics of fear programming, future skills, and the power of self-awareness? Join host Debilyn Molineaux in Episode 3: 📻 **Episode Highlights:** - **0:02** - Explore how dystopian narratives shape fear and influence societal action with insights from Debilyn Molineaux. - **1:41** - Cultural futurist E…

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Inaugural Episode: Rebuilding The Nation Amidst Polarization 6:40

6M ago6:40

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Send us a Text Message. Ready to explore the path toward saving a nation divided by political polarization? Join host Debilyn Molineaux in the inaugural episode: 🌐 **Insights:** - **0:02** - Dive into the pressing question: Can America be saved from political polarization and the erosion of friendships? - **1:20** - Engage in a discussion with Debi…

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Ep 2: Forging Unity and the Pursuit of Happiness" 7:00

6M ago7:00

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Send us a Text Message. Ready to embark on a journey envisioning a brighter future for our nation? Join host Debilyn Molineaux in Episode 2: Discover the profound impact of history on our national fears and explore alternative solutions with host Debilyn Molineaux. In this episode, our guest, Caroline Klibanoff, a historian and civic ritual special…

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Kat & Omkari interview each other 53:56

9M ago53:56

53:56

Kat Calvin & Omkari Williams Kat Calvin and I both wrote books! Kat's is American Identity In Crisis: Notes from an Accidental Activist. Mine is Micro Activism: How You Can Make a Difference in the World (Without a Bullhorn). When we realized that our books were coming out within weeks of each other we thought that we should have a conversation abo…

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Black Folk: The Roots of the Black Working Class w/ Blair Kelley 38:48

10M ago38:48

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Often, when we think about racial justice immediately following the Civil War we think about a relatively narrow slice of Black history. Blair LM Kelley's Black Folk: The Roots of the Black Working Class shines a light on stories that we don't hear enough about. Drawing on stories from her own family and extensive research Blair tells us a compelli…

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The Stories Whiteness Tells Itself w/author David Mura 45:30

1y ago45:30

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David Mura If I am a broken record on any subject it's probably on the impact of story and how the stories we tell to ourselves and others shape our understanding of the world. In his powerful book, author David Mura, writes about some of the stories that underlie the American experience. With examples from literature and film David explores and im…

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Leah Penniman and Black Earth Wisdom 39:59

1y ago39:59

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Leah Penniman In 2018 Leah Penniman wrote Farming While Black, a beautiful book recounting her experience of building Soul Fire Farm and, also, a guide for other Black and Indigenous people looking to reconnect to the land. Now Leah has compiled a treasure trove of conversations that she's had with other Black people who work in harmony with the Ea…

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Bridging the Societal Divide with Debilyn Molineaux 31:00:00

1y ago31:00:00

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:Debilyn Molineaux Have you ever wished for an unmistakable sign of the direction you should be going in? I know I have. For Debilyn Molineaux, President and CEO of Bridge Alliance that sign set her on a path to work towards healing the divides that are ripping at the fabric of the United States. In this conversation Debilyn and I talk about where …

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Black Athletes and Sports Justice with Shaun Anderson 35:04

1+ y ago35:04

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Shaun Marq Anderson Given how little we are taught about Black history in general it's not surprising that most of us, me included, have relatively little knowledge of the role that Black athletes have played in the social justice movement before the late 20th century. But since the Reconstruction Era Black athletes have been pushing the envelope, …

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Critical Media Literacy with Allison Butler 38:24

1+ y ago38:24

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Allison Butler We hear a lot about Critical Race Theory, as we should. But what about Critical Media Literacy? Have you ever even heard the term? I hadn't. Then I read The Media and Me: A Guide to Critical Media Literacy for Young People. Not to quibble with the authors but really, this isn't only for young people. This is for all of us. We're taki…

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Young People are the Future, He’s Helping Elect Them 33:37

1+ y ago33:37

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Ross Morales Rocketto I feel pretty safe in saying that we all have gripes about our government. Where it's not doing enough, where it's overreaching. Most of us just gripe, Ross Morales Rocketto has taken a decidedly different path. Along with his co-founder, Amanda Litman, Ross has made it his mission to get as many young (read under 40) progress…

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Emerald Garner is Seeking Justice 39:38

1+ y ago39:38

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EMERALD GARNER Most of us, mercifully, get through life without getting the news that Emerald Garner and her family got on a July day in 2014. Her father, Eric, had been killed by a police officer who used a chokehold on him as Garner spoke those words that we have heard all too often, "I can't breathe". While her older sister, Erica, sprang into a…

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The Bonobo Sisterhood: Revolution Through Female Alliance 44:41

1+ y ago44:41

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Diane Rosenfeld I read a lot of books, most of the people I interview on this podcast are authors, so I'm pretty used to finding interesting aspects to various subjects. But when I started reading this book I was riveted! I couldn't wait to talk with Diane about what we humans, particularly females, could learn from Bonobo apes. That apes had figur…

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Kelli Stewart Saving At Risk Black Boys with Baseball 49:58

1+ y ago49:58

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Kelli Stewart Sports are part of the culture of every country. Here, in the U.S., baseball is our "national pastime". Kelli Stewart and her husband, CJ, decided to use the tool of baseball to teach disadvantaged and at risk young Black boys essential life skills. Founders of the LEAD Center in Atlanta, GA Kelli and CJ have grown a program that reac…

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Will Jawando on the Importance of Black Fathers 46:44

2y ago46:44

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Will Jawando Will Jawando sat down to write a book about the Black men who had the most impact in his life. That book, My Seven Black Fathers, has illuminated corners of the Black experience, particularly the Black male experience, that all too often go unseen. In our conversation Will and I talk about the influence of these men, including Barack O…

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Detoxing from America’s wellness culture with Kerri Kelly 59:47

2y ago59:47

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Kerri Kelly September 11th changed life for all of us, but for Kerri Kelly the impact was especially personal. In the aftermath of that event Kerri upended her life and went on a search for wellness. What she found was not what she expected and, once again, the trajectory of her life was changed. In her new book, American Detox: The Myth of Wellnes…

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Shawn Ginwright and The Four Pivots 42:22

2y ago42:22

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Shawn Ginwright What if we've been approaching this whole idea of justice and have left out a critical piece? What if our very approach is actually helping cement the damage that bias and systemic inequity have caused? We all know that there is much healing that has to happen if we're going to be the equitable society that we envision. The question…

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Tatenda Musapatike: Changing How We Get Out the Vote! 43:45

2y ago43:45

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Tatenda Musapatike If your best friend asks you what you want to do in the world and your response is, "Run shit" then you and Tatenda Musapatike should probably sit down and grab a drink. The founder of the organization, Voter Formation Project, Tatenda and her team work to leverage the digital age to not only get people registered to vote but als…

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Nisha Anand and the Power of Choosing Common Ground 44:18

2+ y ago44:18

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Nisha Anand Around the world the divisions that define our societies are becoming deeper and more hardened. In this inspiring conversation Dream Corps CEO Nisha Anand and I talk about the power of finding common ground. If we truly want to make the difference that we say we want to make we have to be willing to work with people who may have radical…

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The Fight for America’s Soul with Scholar Obery Hendricks 39:20

2+ y ago39:20

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Obery Hendricks From the moment of his announcement that he was running for the presidency Donald Trump directed his efforts towards courting white evangelicals with racist and anti-immigrant sentiments. But he didn't start this trend, he simply hopped on a bandwagon that had been gaining speed for years. Author, scholar, and ordained minister Ober…

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Land Justice & Liberation with Leah Penniman of Soul Fire Farm 39:21

2+ y ago39:21

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For many Black Americans the land itself is the scene of the crime. That legacy of slavery has dramatically impacted the relationship that many Black Americans have with the land. Food and land justice activist Leah Penniman is working to change that. A founder of Soul Fire Farm and the author of Farming While Black, Leah has made it her mission in…

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The Story of Black Lives Matter & More w/ NYT editor Veronica Chambers 49:35

2+ y ago49:35

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Veronica Chambers For a lot of people Black Lives Matter became part of their lives in a concrete way in the wake of the murder of George Floyd but the story of the organization starts years earlier. In her book, with its gorgeous photographs, NYT editor Veronica Chambers takes us on not only the journey of BLM but also looks to the past and the fu…

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The AAPI community saved our democracy in 2020, what now? with Varun Nikore 32:26

2+ y ago32:26

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Varun Nikore 2020 saw the greatest increase in voter turnout by the Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) community in history. That turnout powered the vote in key states like Georgia and helped prevent another four years with the former guy. I wish the fight for our democracy was over but it's clearly not and there are some important lessons to …

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Fulfilling the Sandy Hook Promise w/ Nicole Hockley 36:05

2+ y ago36:05

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Nicole Hockley In the wake of the murders at Sandy Hook Elementary, where 20 children (6 and 7 years of age) and six educators were killed on December 14, 2012, some of the grieving parents joined together to do what they could to prevent such a tragedy from ever happening again and Sandy Hook Promise (SHP) was born. Nicole Hockley's six year old s…

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Nurturing Future Justice Leaders with Shelby Kretz 35:21

2+ y ago35:21

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Shelby Kretz In the midst of this awakening, in the larger community, to the systemic injustices in our society we've heard a lot about "wokeness". What if instead of people having to get woke in adulthood we raised children who were aware of and sensitive to social justice issues from the beginning? Imagine if, instead of coming to this work as ad…

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Credible: Why We Doubt Accusers and Protect Abusers w/ Deborah Tuerkheimer 39:28

2+ y ago39:28

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Deborah Tuerkheimer In the past couple of years we have watched as, finally, powerful men who are also sexual predators have been brought to some form of justice. Harvey Weinstein, Bill Cosby, Charlie Rose, and Matt Lauer among the most prominent. What we learned from watching their downfall is how very hard it is to have these men held to account.…

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Demystifying Disability with Emily Ladau 36:06

3y ago36:06

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Emily Ladau Here's a number for you, 1 billion. One billion people is the estimated number of disabled people in the world. One billion. One in 8 people on the planet. That means that each of us knows someone, likely many someones, with a disability whether visible or hidden. Yet disability is a subject that most of us give little or no thought to.…

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Revealing the Hidden Voices with Lynden Harris 43:47

3y ago43:47

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Lynden Harris The stories that we don't hear impact us as much as those that we do. We just don't realize that there's something missing. Under the leadership of director Lynden Harris the North Carolina based co-creative collective company, Hidden Voices, brings to light stories that we don't even realize we need to hear. In this conversation Lynd…

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