Hey, we're transportationing here! On one hand, we're talking about the personal health stuff that kept Kennedy out of the booth for a week or two - on the other hand, did you know that bus rides are free in Alburquerque? And that kicks off a fun episode about transportation reform, country club reps on city council who want to roll back this COVID…

The Story Of "Sayf" In this podcast episode, Brandyn reconnects with a former podcast collaborator who has transitioned into filmmaking. We talk about our long history together in podcasting from Down Time Grift up until starting a company together. This episode is pretty valuable for anybody looking to make a project like a movie - or if you want …

Episode Notes Ever wondered what happens when a podcast takes a sabbatical, only to return with a newfound gusto? Welcome back to the discourse zone - Brandyn & Kennedy, peel back the curtain on our escapades away from the mic. Our evolution both in and out of the studio, and the adventures that have fortified our return to the airwaves. We give th…

Episode Notes Put on your face shields, today's about to get messy. We've got the team back in the studio and today is all drama. We're getting into the Current Affairs union-bust and Jen Perelman's racist meltdown, all in one show. Listen to us talk about: Who runs the show? Nathan J. Robinson and the idea of power Un-normalizing white women Is cl…

Episode Notes Welcome back! Today we're hanging out and collabin' with our friend Adi from the podcast Greenhouse Gaslighting. We're getting into current events and existential crises - from Andrew Cuomo to climate change. Check it out: Can Millenials Be Trusted? Political priorities on the front lines of Detroit MI Generational trauma and handling…

Episode Notes Our good friend Alissa Vierra is back this week to introduce herself and talk about all the organizing she does and why she does it. Tune in as we get into: Why Alissa is going to law school The impact of direct action What are some red flags for organizations, social media, or real life people? A call-in from a special guest &MORE Mo…

Episode Notes The OG Three are back together and ready to dish out the takes, hot and fresh. This week we're diving into the mess that is the Marches for Medicare for all, Rachel's departure and return to Twitter, and more. Check it out. FreeRachel and running a Twitter campaign Joe Biden's social media game Are the marches.... still good? How coul…

Episode Notes Today we talked with Lindsi Bollinger, an activist in Atlanta and one of Brandyn's good friends. She's here ready to talk all about what motivates her politically, and we only hope we have ears big enough to listen. Check it out as we get into: How do our political priorities change? What are the realities of class in America? The ris…

Episode Notes What would it mean for Atlanta to be abolitionist? This week, we're talking with Nolan and Channa, two members of Atlanta DSA's Defund APD, Refund Communities campaign, or DARC. We get into the details of abolition, the church, how important coalition building has been, and more. The origins of the DARC movie NotOurBudget. And whose b…

Episode Notes Shannon Smith is an artist and activist in Atlanta. After 25 years in prison, she's here with Brandyn to tell her story. We talk about transitioning back into society, prison outside of prison, and much more, including: What Black people don't know about prison Management, autonomy, and workplace rights Juneteenth Being the means to o…

Episode Notes The animators at Floyd County Productions, the animation studio in Atlanta that produces Archer, have started a union. Rachel chops it up with Alex, an animator, about the union and how them and their coworkers are building collective power. We get into: The realities of the animation industry Legal union-busting tactics What do you d…

Episode Notes Content Warning: This episode contains extremely brief mentions of suicide. The word is mentioned and discussed as it appears in the context of the America First Caucus' platform. For the first time ever, we get our good friend Alissa Vierra and our producer, Amy into the studio. Join them and Brandyn as they get down to talk about: R…

Episode Notes Rural voices are some of the most frequently disregarded in American politics. Today we talked to Chelsea from Down Home North Carolina, an organization that aims to amplify the real voices and concerns of those in NC. We get into: Is there any truth in stereotypes? Redirecting misplaced anger effectively What progressives in local po…

Episode Notes Third parties in America are notoriously difficult to start and maintain, and rarely find success. But what about in the UK? Kennedy and April are in the studio with John Urquhart, the founder and general secretary of Harmony Party UK. We get into: What do we get when we trust each other? How a book can radicalize you How to achieve q…

Episode Notes In this timeless episode, Brandyn brings Sorcha back to the studio for another deep chat. They get into: The GTA online economy is in a crisis Gun violence is raging. What can we do? Why do we feel the need to own a gun? Our "hope" in Joe Biden & Afghanistan Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafe https://twitter.com/nsfwonks…

Episode Notes We pulled this one out of the vault for y’all. Brandyn and Kennedy sat down in January to discuss: The meme stock market What’s Trump gonna do now? (lol) Biden and the aftermath of January 6th & MORE Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafe https://twitter.com/nsfwonks https://notsafemedia.com/…

Episode Notes We always love when Brandyn brings Sorcha in the studio, and she’s finally back for another hilarious 1-on-1. This short episode is PACKED with great bits, including: The apocalypse is coming - are we prepared? Rush Limbaugh is dead! Ted Cruz exists and that super sucks What’s going on with Lori Lightfoot? Connect with us: https://www…

Episode Notes Allen Max Axelrod has helped get four utility shutoff moratoriums with the NoAmarenShutoffs campaign. We hang out and talk about: Working in the the bowels of the Champaign-Urbana democratic party Being forced to take on his own union What's it mean to hold the line on a broad statewide coalition? How can you do something similar in y…

Episode Notes Not Safe For Wonks cordially invites you to bear witness to Brandyn, Kennedy, and Rachel discoursing about life, themselves, and work, touching on: Value your goddamn time more ...without making relaxation yet another job Pain and opposite action Stop being serious, be silly Don't talk about the fucking news! Connect with us: https://…

Episode Notes Episode 112: We're Just Doing Schemes Look - well, listen - in awe as the OG3, the scions of grifting themselves, talk about a wide variety of topics, the most of which the ancient and arcane art of the grift, and it's modern incarnations and disciples. Ponder topics such as the following: Why do we grift? 2k isn't enough anymore The …

Episode Notes Join us today as we lament the state of the audio show and begin talks to Force The Episode, in the process discussing a wide selection of topics, including: Negotiations with the White Women Caucus Force the Vote is... lame Downgrading from civil war! To civil agitation Maybe... do... organizing? Podcasting is the most egalitarian me…

Episode Notes Listen in as we talk about Thanksgiving being over..... before it happened? Also, we're making Kwanzaa a thing. Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafe https://twitter.com/nsfwonks https://notsafemedia.com/

Episode Notes Finally, we return to our roots. It's been too long since our last audio episode, but don't worry, we could never neglect it. Tune in for a fun time as the OG 3 discuss Nina Turner's recent - as of recording - podcast episode with John Kasich, as well as media ethics in general. WE DISCUSS: What will resistance lib grifters do now? Th…

The biggest problem on the left? Not enough podcasts. At long last, we get to hook up with The Trillbillies so solve this pressing problem. We talk about infinite garlic bread, psychic powers, professional poker player, and the nastiest political figures in the state with one of Eastern Kentucky's most successful small businesses. ;) Nobody wants t…

It's time for our hottest takes! The hosts are each here to dish out takes so spicy and out-there you won't know what to think. Can you handle us bearing our political souls? Find out by listening now! Does ACAB apply to the horny police? Rachel should have been a lobbyist Comparing more things to Hitler && MORE Get involved with the show: https://…

Can Ohio make us all feel better about the state of politics in America? At the very least Nancy Larson's campaign can! Nancy Larson and her campaign manager Quinn Albright are back again and it's better than last time as we talk about how Nancy's one-time long-shot to now likely campaign is going: Larry Householder can't get Lawyer COVID in Ohio, …

Lying is the most fun a podcast can have without talking about philosophy.... so that's what we did! In this episode we get into: The intersection of religion and leftism When is lying ok? When is it good? What does forgiveness mean? & MORE Get involved with the show: https://twitter.com/nsfwonks https://patreon.com/notsafe https://discord.gg/kZ3F3…

Could the Libertarian Party be a home for leftists? It might be more likely than you think, at least according to our guest Mike Shipley, the chair of the Libertarian Socialist Caucus. We sat down with Mike for a really intriguing hour talking about political situations most of us haven't seen up close. Self-Actualization Addiction Recovery LP is l…

2022 looks brighter and funnier as Adriel Hampton and Lauren Nicole stop by the studio to kick off Adriel's #OurCalifornia run for governor! This episode is packed to the brim with clever ideas, goofy one-liners, and genuinely frustrated leftists. Blue State Austerity Running an Unconventional Campaign Millionaires Serving Billionaires Seizing PG&E…

We talked with Patrick Cote and Joy Marie Mann about their new book, The Yass Kween Chronicles - Coverage Of The First Annual Resistance Forum. This book is packed with real quotes from neo-libs, but written as real dialogue. We talk about: The writing process Modern politics is disingenuous and bizarre Who TF is Neera Tanden? Check out Pat and Joy…

This week we sat down with Justin Farmer, a 25 year old city councilman from Hamden, CT who's looking to make his way to state Senate. Justin is a force to be reckoned with and will stop at nothing to bring justice to the people of Connecticut. In this episode, we go into: Police Brutality Corruption in Connecticut What Is Going on With Yale Univer…

When Sedinam Moyowasifza-Curry is in the house we never know what to expect. Originally we had planned to record a short bit with the incredible SKCM Curry for episode 100, but she sprung one on us by showing up with a set of interview questions for US, the creators of the show. What unfolded was an incredible, thoughtful, fun and touching time we …

It's been one year of Not Safe For Wonks and 100 episodes all at the same time by some wonderful coincidence. The journey to this point has been remarkable for us and we hope that all you wonderful listeners feel the same way. For episode 100 we wanted to do something special, so we asked all our favorite guests to come record something quick with …

We make right on the episode we lost with Akua Walters by making a new one and it's even better than the first time! Akua comes with visions of the National Progressive Party, but also to talk politics in general, for what makes a very thoughtful and unapologetic episode. Life in a Colonized Country The Monroe Doctrine & Foreign Policy The Narcissi…

This week we step in to the bizarro alternate universe of European politics and kick with our spiritual podcasting twins at Corner Späti. We discover what is the same and what is different in the realms where you have more than 2 parties, and some of them use the "Socialism" word. The Global Rise of Fascism Progressives to be Excited about in Europ…

When you ask people how they started moving left politically, a large number of them will at some point mention a certain sci-fi franchise that has capture imaginations for decades by presenting the possibility of a better society. We're talking, of course, about Star Trek! And who better to talk about Star Trek with us than progressive champion an…

Often times it's not the President or the US Congress who is going to make the calls that affect you most, it's people like your County Commissioners. Mariah Parker is a democratic socialist County Commissioner in Athens/Clarke County, Georgia, and after you hear her speak you'll be thinking about how you can elect someone like her in your neighbor…

Shaniyat Chowdhury is back in the studio with us and it's like the end of the sports movie when the hero's team is suddenly beating the "unbeatable" home team. The results of Shan's incredible campaign speak for themselves in this fun and encouraging episode that serves as a powerful reminder of what we, the people, can accomplish together. Keeping…

Mary Hollywood from the incredible "At The Crossroads" cast is finally here on the show - talking about what can mobilize and motivate people to join the fight for change over the long term. Uber//Lyft drivers and gig workers fight to survive. Things that “should be above politics” but never are. Is there a “progressive movement” in America, and wh…

It's time to stand up against the grip of global capitalism and inequality by any means necessary... in Tonight We Riot, the first Means Interactive-backed Videogame! In an era where many videogames are accused of being "too political" for minor acts of inclusiveness, Tonight We Riot took the opposite stance and became one of the most unapologicall…

Virginia's 11th Congressional District has a competitor to be reckoned with in Zainab Mohsini! Zainab is a true voice of the working class who has a remarkable life full of stories and lived experiences that have shaped her bold political ideas. In this compelling episode we dive into a variety of important topics including: Seeking Asylum from War…

Let's go local. Like... REALLY local. Maryam Ahmad drops by to talk about a baffling local dispute that's put a bright spotlight on the politics of her district. We also discuss the financial challenges of running for office, what the heck a county commissioner does, grading the Trump/Kemp response to the virus, standoffs with the developer communi…

Breaking through the idea that nothing is possible can be hard. Dr. Arati Kreibich is here with us to talk about her journey to believing that change is possible in her district, and in becoming the figurehead to lead it as a candidate seeking to remove a bad incumbent in NJ's 5th. Establishment Dems Cozying Up to Corporations Challenging Entrenche…

Oops, no beans! We ask artist and activist John Leavitt (bylines in various outlets), talking about exploitation, food service and food security. Inside, we cover: the weird shit that happened to him at VICE, not getting paid at “new media empires”, bloodthirsty podcast teenagers, our busted state and federal system, New York’s “impossible” food cz…

What do you do when you've got the chance to talk with one of Current Affair's best shitposters? Get angry about the world and then laugh about it, obviously! Lyta Gold tears it up with the hosts in this fiery episode. Apocalypse Fashion Tara Reade and TimesUp How Power Ruins People Political Aesthetics & Arguing with Liberals & MORE Engage with Ly…

It's time to Hack and Slash through politics with Chris Richards and Nial Elkim! The combination of these two great shows had to be good, and it was, you're gonna get educated and laugh listening to this one! Are We in a Stephen King Novel Right Now? Obscure Wars with Canada The Shadyness of the Patent System Making Leftist Media Brandyn Gets the H…

For every outsider, progressive candidate that run there are teams of people supporting them. Among those people fighting to change the shape of our government there are few more bold, pro-active, and supportive than Cory Archibald of Brand New Congress. We sat down with Cory to talk about how BNC does what it does and how we can all fight for a be…

With the news that Bernie Sanders has formally dropped out of the presidential race, we got together to talk about tactical voting, elections that aren't the president, and organizing in general. It's a confusing and upsetting time but we will get through it together, and we do our best to get through a lot of info together in this slightly longer …

Beloved friend of the show and congressional candidate in WA-5 Chris Armitage is back at last! We sat down with Chris awhile ago to record this most heated of left-wing debates: Can Harry Potter be an iconic symbol for the left or is it forever poisoned by neo-liberalism? The Subversive Nature of Harry Potter HP in its Time vs Now Racism and Discri…

Some REAL spicy, high quality entertaining content with one of our favorite people. Bryan from Street Fight is here and he's taking a break from mainlining some of the country's worst radio content. Shocktober and surviving the shock jock craze of the 90's Does listen to other audio make you a better host? Bubba the Love Sponge's naked clout chasin…