Episode 35 - Be Part of the Solution: Activate Oakland
Oakland is giving out grants for individuals, groups, and orgs to host free public events to build community and safety. I talk about this initiative (deadline is October 12th!) and share personal sto...
5 Okt 202323min
Episode 34 - Be Part of the Solution: The Urban Compassion Project
If you live or work in Oakland, CA, you've likely noticed illegal dumping/blight/trash heaps. One organization -- founded by a formerly unhoused Oakland native -- is tackling this problem, one cleanup...
17 Sep 202311min
Episode 33 - The (Nonconsensual) Kiss Seen Round the World
The real-life novela of Spanish soccer federation head Rubiales clinging desperately to power following his sexual misconduct at the Women's World Cup trophy ceremony continues. Let us hope that #SeAc...
30 Aug 202343min
Episode 32 - We Can't Just Win: Sexism in the Women's World Cup
The Women's World Cup just wrapped up and was filled with excitement, firsts, and joy. But it was also mired by sexism and sexual harassment, taking focus and energy away from the incredible accomplis...
23 Aug 202337min
Episode 31 - Racism Exists, but I'm Not Racist
A recent survey of Brazilians found that the vast majority of Brazilians believe Brazil is a racist nation, but only a small minority believe that they themselves hold discriminatory views. I share mo...
13 Aug 202329min
Episode 30 - Action Alert! #VoteNoInAugust and Protect Reproductive Rights in Ohio
On Nov. 7th, Ohioans will have the chance to vote on a constitutional amendment to protect reproductive rights. This amendment is polling very well, with about 59% of the public in support. Upset by t...
20 Jul 202320min
Episode 29 - Action Alert! #StopCopCity
The City of Atlanta wants to spend $90 million in taxpayer dollars to tear down forest and build a police training center, where they will build a mock city for training for urban warfare, engage in e...
14 Jul 202315min
Episode 28 - SCOTUS Has No Standing
Today's episode focuses on one of the Supreme Court cases decided last week, 303 Creative v. Elenis, which held that businesses can refuse service to gay customers. This case is bad news, and in this ...
5 Jul 202344min
