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Pardon the Secretary of 7-Eleven
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When the color of your skin still dictates the hurdles you face, it's clear we've got work to do. This week, our candid discussions peel back the layers of racism and solidarity in the American political landscape, as we share stories from a Republican candidate of Indian descent who's felt the sting of bias firsthand. We don't just chat about challenges; we also celebrate the uniting power of a simple compliment, and unpack the cultural weight behind the phrase "I'm folks." It's a journey through the complexities of racial profiling to the heartwarming connections that sprout from everyday interactions.
Courtrooms can be theaters, and none more so than when the former President is on trial. We're roasting marshmallows over the dumpster fire that is Donald Trump's legal representation, led by none other than Alina Habba, whose antics might just steal the show. But while some laughs are had, we turn serious as we discuss the importance of steering clear of the sensationalist media coverage and focus on political advocacy that genuinely impacts communities of color. We're dissecting the 1994 crime bill, debunking misinformation, and rallying support through hashtags like #LouderThanMoga because, sometimes, the truth needs a megaphone.
Lastly, we're issuing a wake-up call. With a story straight out of a cautionary tale, we discuss the dire consequences of blind allegiance to political figures, especially when their quackery clashes with medical expertise. Remember that couple who took fish tank cleaner to ward off a virus? Yeah, let's not do that. Instead, let's arm ourselves with knowledge, make decisions based on facts, and keep our health—and politics—grounded in reality. This episode is a potent cocktail of urgency and responsibility; drink up, because informed choices save lives, and we're all in this together.
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Chapters
1. Pardon the Secretary of 7-Eleven (00:00:00)
2. Racism and Solidarity in America (00:00:02)
3. The Importance of Complimenting Each Other (00:05:00)
4. Trump's Defamation Trial and Legal Representation (00:11:33)
5. Trump's Controversial Actions and Media Coverage (00:23:25)
6. Crime Bill and Political Advocacy (00:34:04)
7. 2024 Resistance and Truth in Politics (00:37:30)
8. Dangers of Following Blindly (00:42:18)
206 episodes
Manage episode 397023746 series 3362010
When the color of your skin still dictates the hurdles you face, it's clear we've got work to do. This week, our candid discussions peel back the layers of racism and solidarity in the American political landscape, as we share stories from a Republican candidate of Indian descent who's felt the sting of bias firsthand. We don't just chat about challenges; we also celebrate the uniting power of a simple compliment, and unpack the cultural weight behind the phrase "I'm folks." It's a journey through the complexities of racial profiling to the heartwarming connections that sprout from everyday interactions.
Courtrooms can be theaters, and none more so than when the former President is on trial. We're roasting marshmallows over the dumpster fire that is Donald Trump's legal representation, led by none other than Alina Habba, whose antics might just steal the show. But while some laughs are had, we turn serious as we discuss the importance of steering clear of the sensationalist media coverage and focus on political advocacy that genuinely impacts communities of color. We're dissecting the 1994 crime bill, debunking misinformation, and rallying support through hashtags like #LouderThanMoga because, sometimes, the truth needs a megaphone.
Lastly, we're issuing a wake-up call. With a story straight out of a cautionary tale, we discuss the dire consequences of blind allegiance to political figures, especially when their quackery clashes with medical expertise. Remember that couple who took fish tank cleaner to ward off a virus? Yeah, let's not do that. Instead, let's arm ourselves with knowledge, make decisions based on facts, and keep our health—and politics—grounded in reality. This episode is a potent cocktail of urgency and responsibility; drink up, because informed choices save lives, and we're all in this together.
Support the show:
https://www.buzzsprout.com/2003879/support
Follow our show's hosts on
Twitter:
twitter.com/@CoolTXchick
twitter.com/@Caroldedwine
twitter.com/taradublinrocks
twitter.com/blackknight10k
twitter.com/@pardonpod
Find Tara's book here:
Taradublinrocks.com
Find Ty's book here:
Consequence of Choice
Subscribe to Tara's substack:
taradublin.substack.com
Subscribe to Ty's substack:
https://theworldasiseeit.substack.com/
Support Our Sponsor: Sheets & Giggles
Eucalyptus Sheets (Recommended):
Sleep Mask (I use this every night)
Eucalyptus Comfortor
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Chapters
1. Pardon the Secretary of 7-Eleven (00:00:00)
2. Racism and Solidarity in America (00:00:02)
3. The Importance of Complimenting Each Other (00:05:00)
4. Trump's Defamation Trial and Legal Representation (00:11:33)
5. Trump's Controversial Actions and Media Coverage (00:23:25)
6. Crime Bill and Political Advocacy (00:34:04)
7. 2024 Resistance and Truth in Politics (00:37:30)
8. Dangers of Following Blindly (00:42:18)
206 episodes
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