RESIST Podcast
27 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★ - 31 ratingsThe RESIST Podcast is a social justice activism podcast focused on teaching and providing steps to fight against Donald Trump, fascism, and white supremacy. Please visit www.RESISTpodcast.com
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Bonus Episode! Historian & Erotica writer David Fitzgerald
November 02, 2017 21:26 - 45 minutes - 21.1 MBWe interview kilt-wearing historical researcher, erotica writer, and all-around great guy David Fitzgerald about the historical Jesus, LGBTQ politics in Utah and California, atheism, and so much more. Dave is an old friend and this episode was a lot of fun to record. Enjoy! Check out David's books, including "Nailed: Ten Christian Myths That Show Jesus Never Existed At All," on Amazon Follow David on https://www.facebook.com/david.fitzgerald.33633 The RESIST Podcast is host...
(Content Warning: Sexual Assault) - Staying Safe While Activist-ing with Stephanie Zvan
October 27, 2017 15:00 - 57 minutes - 26.5 MBWe interview feminist writer, blogger, radio host, public speaker, and "jill of all trades" activist Stephanie Zvan about cyberbullying, feminism, harassment, trolling, "freeze peach" / free speech, platforming, and online activism, and finally, discussing how to be safer AND more effective as an advocate of civil rights. Follow Stephanie on Twitter @Szvan Read Stephanie's blog: https://the-orbit.net/almostdiamonds/ The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @...
"Art as Activism," ep 1: Comedian Keith Lowell Jensen and Singer/Guitarist Shelley Segal
October 05, 2017 16:47 - 48 minutes - 22.5 MBIn the first of our Art as Activism series, we interview comedian Keith Lowell Jensen about the power of humor to say things the general public can't "get away" with saying, entertainment as a tool for activism, and the power of laughter to disarm authoritarianism. Shelley Segal talks about music, religion, and humanism, and performs. Follow Keith Lowell Jensen on Twitter @keithlowell Follow Shelley Segal on Twitter @ShelleySegal The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and...
Oh No, not Politics and Religion! with Matt Dillahunty
September 28, 2017 21:06 - 1 hour - 30 MBWe interview the infamous, delightful public speaker, debater, magician, and former host of the atheist call-in show The Atheist Experience, Matt Dillahunty, about his first-hand experience, advice, and best practices for discussing the two most difficult topics to talk about with friends, family, and strangers. Follow Matt on Twitter @Matt_Dillahunty The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make su...
A New Generation of Activism with Jennie Frishtick and Muriel McGregor
September 07, 2017 15:55 - 1 hour - 32.5 MBWe interview two Secular Student Alliance student leaders Jennie Frishtick and Muriel McGregor to talk about their first-hand experience, advice, and best practices for on-campus secular and political activism. We also talk about starting, running, and maintaining student groups, as well as what's next for these great young activists. Follow Jennie Frishtick on Twitter @Jenniefrish Follow Muriel McGregor on Facebook at facebook.com/muriel.mcgregor Follow Secular Student Alliance on...
On-Campus Activism, Delegation, Burnout, and More with Lyz Liddell
August 31, 2017 15:55 - 58 minutes - 27.2 MBIn this episode, we talk to the head of the Reason Rally Coalition, and former Secular Student Alliance Campus Organizer, Lyz Liddell—the country's veteran expert on secular campus organizing—about her best advice for campus activism, how to delegate, activism burnout, and what she's up to nowadays. We also discuss fond memories of our time together SSA. Follow Lyz Liddell on Twitter @LyzMayTweet Follow Secular Student Alliance on Twitter @SecularStudents The RESIST Podcast is host...
Religious Shunning, Fundraising, and the Flint Water Crisis with Bria Crutchfield and Mandisa Thomas
August 24, 2017 16:37 - 1 hour - 29.3 MBIn this episode, we talk to Black Nonbelievers leaders Mandisa Thomas and Bria Crutchfield about their activism work, history with the Jehovah's Witnesses, and the lead water crisis in Flint, Michigan. We also discuss fundraising techniques and success stories. Follow Black Nonbelievers on Twitter @BNonbelievers Follow Mandisa Thomas on Twitter @Mandy0904 The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Al...
Importance of Local Political Involvement and more with Sean Omar Rivera
July 27, 2017 20:59 - 49 minutes - 23.1 MBThis week we bring your our talk with Sean Omar Rivera about a variety of topics including the importance of getting involved with your local politics and how important your vote DOES matter. Follow Sean Omar Rivera on Twitter at @SeanOmarRivera The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make sure to follow us on Twitter at @RESISTpodcast and Like our Facebook Page at Facebook.com/RESISTpodcast. ...
Columbus #BlackPride4 and Police Brutality
July 20, 2017 18:30 - 56 minutes - 26.3 MBWe interview Wriply Bennet, one of the four LGBTQ people of color arrested at Columbus Pride 2017. The discussion centers around police brutality, racism, and ways to help. Fundraiser link: https://www.youcaring.com/blackpride4ashleywriplydeandreandkendal-852184 The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make sure to follow us on Twitter at @RESISTpodcast and Like our Facebook Page at Facebook....
Secular Activism with Kayley Whalen (Columbus, Ohio)
July 13, 2017 16:38 - 1 hour - 28.4 MBThis week, we meet once again with Kayley Whalen, Digital Strategies and Social Media Manager for the National LGBTQ Task Force, and the newest member of the board of the Secular Student Alliance. Taped on location in Columbus, Ohio at the annual SSAcon at Ohio State University. Follow Kayley on Twitter at @LenoreGore The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make sure to follow us on Twitter at ...
The Role of Police and the Power of Community Involvement
July 06, 2017 15:55 - 1 hour - 29.9 MBOn this episode, we welcome three guests to discuss the search for a new St Louis police chief, what we as activists look for in a police chief and in a police force generally, and getting involved in local politics. We also offer advice to listeners for how they can get involved in their own communities. Veronica Page is a civil engineer, local activist, and queer woman who is involved in anti-racism activism, LGBTQ rights, and more. Carly Spurlock is a student at Saint Louis ...
Q&A with Danielle & Esther: Ask Us Anything
June 29, 2017 19:05 - 1 hour - 29.5 MBGet to know your hosts! Here at the RESIST Podcast, we get a lot of questions from our supporters, as well as from folks who stand against the work we do. We thought we would set aside an episode to answer as many of these questions as we could. Topics include gender transitioning, our personal lives, hate mail, strategies for effective activism, and much more. The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also...
How to talk to your family about Donald Trump with Jessica Xiao
June 23, 2017 02:05 - 54 minutes - 25.3 MBWe interview Jessica Xiao, who writes about "love and politics, because social justice is personal." Our discussion covers #RadicalVulnerability, talking to your conservative family and friends about Donald Trump, 'harmless' flirting, and her work writing for Everyday Feminism. Follow Jessica on Twitter @jexxicuh and on Facebook at facebook.com/jessica.xiao The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com....
Why "whupping" kids is child abuse with Dr. Stacey Patton and Sincere Kirabo
June 15, 2017 22:57 - 59 minutes - 27.3 MBWith guest co-host Sincere Kirabo. This week, we interview Dr. Stacey Patton, a journalist, writer, author, speaker, journalism professor, and commentator with bylines in The Washington Post, The Dallas Morning News and The Root. She has a long history of studying child abuse rooted in experience from her own childhood and time in America's foster care system. She talks to us about her new book, "Spare the Kids: Why Whupping Children Won't Save Black America." Follow Dr. Patton on Twitter @...
Gender, Communications, and Campus Activism with Dr. Amber Johnson
June 08, 2017 19:25 - 1 hour - 28.8 MBWe speak with Dr. Amber Johnson, a communications professor at Saint Louis University, about intersectionality, hosting Janet Mock at a recent SLU campus event, how college students in the late 2010s view gender and feminism, and ideas and advice for activism projects on a college campus. Follow Dr. Johnson on Twitter @DrAmberJohnson The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make sure to follow us ...
On-The-Ground Activism with Amy Jade
June 01, 2017 18:51 - 1 hour - 30.3 MBWe interview Amy Jade, a transgender woman, athlete, and grassroots activist from St Louis. She gives our listeners advice for organizing a protest or march, and information about how to be an ally to marginalized communities. Follow Amy on Twitter @SpookyAmelia The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make sure to follow us on Twitter at @RESISTpodcast and Like our Facebook Page at Facebook.com/RES...
What's so bad about the Salvation Army? with Heather Snow
May 25, 2017 17:55 - 45 minutes - 21.3 MBThis week we interview Heather Snow, a homeless transgender woman from Portland, whose recent "tweetstorm" criticizing the Salvation Army went viral on Twitter, receiving more than 30,000 retweets. You can help support Heather's effort to find housing via http://paypal.me/ENIX Follow Heather on Twitter @milknmuffins The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make sure to follow us on Twitte...
Ally Advice and The Science of Being Transgender with Zinnia Jones
May 18, 2017 18:20 - 1 hour - 28.5 MBOn this episode we interview Zinnia Jones, a trans activist, writer, and public speaker who has been vlogging on YouTube since 2008 about LGBT civil rights, secular activism, and transgender issues. She also writes for The Orbit blog and has appeared on CNN and many other outlets. We talk about the science of being transgender, social criticisms, and some advice for being a good ally. Follow Zinnia on Twitter @ZJempTV Website: zinniajones.com Genderanalysis.net The RESIST Po...
Women in STEM, Disability Advocacy, and Chronic Pain with astronomer Jesse Shanahan
May 10, 2017 14:12 - 1 hour - 29.5 MBWe interview Jesse Shanahan, an astronomer and activist who advocates for girls and women in science fields, and for making conferences, activism events, marches, and rallies more accessible for people with disabilities. We also discuss chronic illness and chronic pain. Follow Jesse on Twitter at @enceladosaurus Support her work at Patreon.com/enceladosaurus The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. ...
Black Pride, sexual health, and racial divide in the LGBTQ community with Randy L Rafter
May 05, 2017 14:30 - 1 hour - 28.2 MBIn this episode we speak with Randy L. Rafter, President of St. Louis Black Pride, about sexual health, on-the-ground activism, and the racial divide in the LGBTQ community. Randy works for the Community Wellness Project as its Men’s Wellness Program Director working in the field of HIV & STI Prevention and Intervention services. Follow Black Pride STL on Twitter @BlackPrideSTL The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESI...
Black Lives Matter, Sex Workers' Rights, and More with "Jessica"
April 27, 2017 16:34 - 43 minutes - 20.3 MB"Jessica," a Black Lives Matter activist and former sex worker, talks to us about getting started in activism even if you have no experience, growing up Black in the Midwest, and sex workers' rights. Follow her on Twitter @blvckberri. The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. Also make sure to follow us on Twitter at @RESISTpodcast and Like our Facebook Page at Facebook.com/RESISTpodcast. We would appreci...
Fighting Toxic Masculinity with Sincere Kirabo
April 20, 2017 12:00 - 26 minutes - 12.3 MBSincere Kirabo, humanist and Black civil rights activist, sat down with us at the National LGBTQ Task Force's annual Creating Change conference in Philadelphia to talk about toxic masculinity, misogynoir, and raising secular progressive children. Sincere is the Social Justice Coordinator at the American Humanist Association and a writer on Patheos. Follow Sincere on Twitter at @SinKirabo The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsle...
Kayley Margarite Whalen talks about the 2017 Creating Change Conference
April 13, 2017 20:26 - 18 minutes - 9.26 MBWe interview Kayley Margarite Whalen, an activist who works at the intersections of racial justice, LGBTQ issues, humanism, disability advocacy, immigration and drug policy reform. She is the Digital Strategies and Social Media Manager at the National LGBTQ Task Force and on the Leadership Committee of the Trans United Fund. Follow Kayley on Twitter at @LenoreGore The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Sign up for our newsletter at RESISTpodcast.com. ...
Nick Fish of American Atheists
April 06, 2017 22:37 - 25 minutes - 12.1 MBNick Fish, National Program Director of American Atheists, joins us to talk about separation of religion and government, Betsy Devos, school vouchers, and more. Nick works with the American Atheists staff to develop messaging and outreach strategies, particularly in the arena of politics and policy, engages local activists to amplify the voices of atheists in public discourse, and oversees programs like AtheistVoter. Please follow Nick Fish on Twitter at @NotNickFish and American Atheists ...
Jamila Bey speaks on journalism in the Trump era
March 29, 2017 18:30 - 39 minutes - 18.6 MBWe interview journalist Jamila Bey about fake news, diversity, and feminism. This episode was recorded at the WPFW studio in Washington DC. Please follow Jamila Bey on Twitter at @jbey. Jamila is also the host of OMG "Oh My Government" on WPFW in DC. The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Full shownotes can be found at RESISTpodcast.com.
RESIST Podcast: Origin Episode
March 21, 2017 22:02 - 6 minutes - 3.35 MBRESIST Podcast host Danielle Muscato tells the story of starting the podcast and its purpose and role in The Resistance to fight back against Donald Trump, fascism, and white supremacy. She also offers listeners information on supporting, contacting, and booking for the show. Follow us on social media: Twitter/Instagram: @RESISTpodcast Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RESISTpodcast Email: [email protected] Website: http://www.RESISTpodcast.com Support the show: ...
Greta Gustava Martela of Trans Lifeline
March 17, 2017 15:56 - 24 minutes - 21.4 MBAt the 2017 Creating Change Conference in Philadelphia, the RESIST Podcast interviewed Greta Gustava Martela, the Executive Director and Co-Founder of Trans Lifeline. Trans Lifeline is the only suicide hotline specifically for transgender and gender nonconforming people, staffed BY transgender people. The RESIST Podcast is hosted by @DanielleMuscato and produced by @erothco. Full shownotes can be found at RESISTpodcast.com.