Built By Us

Happy Day of Canvass! In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa are joined by a special guest to talk about the Day of Canvass. A day where our staff and volunteers go to county meetings to hear the discussions on which provisional and outstanding absentee ballots get counted. Tune in to learn more about what this process is, why it’s important, and what we’re doing about here at Democracy NC ✨🤝 Suppor...

In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa talk about making sure Every Vote Counts in 2020. The hosts discuss seeing democracy at work and how long that might take this November. We might not know the results of the presidential election for a while — and that’s okay! Tune in to hear why. Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikTok: @democracync Threads: @de...

Happy Early Voting Szn, NC! In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa talk all about Early Voting, why they're excited about it, and how they're voting themselves. Tune in for a quick conversation about Early Voting that you can listen to you while you make your own plans to Early Vote! And remember! Early Voting runs from Thursday, Oct 15th to Saturday, Oct 31st . Get out there and vote! Suppo...

In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa are joined by 2020 Democracy Summer friendterns and their organizer, Linda Sutton, to talk about activism. Join us for a great discussion on activism from the perspectives of different generations. Representing the Baby Boomers, Millennials, and Generation Z — Tune in for a fun and ‘controversial’ conversation on collaboration and participating in activism throug...

In this episode, Taylor is joined by 2 Democracy Summer Friendterns, Noely + Janiya, and a special guest to talk about colorism . Unpacking the issues related to skin color can be difficult, but it's necessary. Together, the hosts discuss their personal experiences with colorism, strategies for working through some of their concerns, and ideas for having more effective conversations in the fu...

In this episode, Built By Us hosts discuss what they’ve learned about White Supremacy Culture from Dismantling Racism Works. We discuss what it means to live in a white supremacist culture and how to recognize the tenets of this culture in our everyday lives. Peruse the descriptions of the ways we live out these values here, and use this as a starting place to have more conversations like this in...

In this part 2 of Last Week's episode, Built By Us hosts continue to talk about 'whiteness'. Hosts discuss living in a white-washed world, the effects of white supremacy culture, and the systems and experiences that this perpetuates. Tune in to hear each host share their personal experiences and reflections on what it's like living in and confronting whiteness, every day. Suppo...

In this brick, we honor the legendary Congressman, John Lewis. Joined by a close friend of John's, we gather to reminisce on all that he has done and the legacy that he has left. Tune in to join us in Remembering John Lewis . Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikTok: @democracync Threads: @democracync Bluesky: @democracync Facebook: @Democracy...

In this episode, Built By Us hosts are joined by a special guest to talk about 'whiteness'. Hosts discuss living in a white-washed world, the effects of white supremacy culture, and the systems and experiences that this perpetuates. Tune in to hear each host share their personal experiences and reflections on what it's like living in and confronting whiteness, every day. Support the...

Coupled with last week's episode about women in leadership, this Brick episode emphasizes the importance of women coming together for one another. From chats about Representative Cortez and Cheney to anecdotes about the host's own personal experiences -- Tune in for a conversation about the issues and problems that women face daily in our society and how we can best support them. Support...

In this episode, two of our Democracy Summer friendterns, Veronica and Emma, introduce us to two amazing women in leadership. Being a women in leadership presents unique challenges + opportunities -- and this episode dives into those experiences! Listen and tune in as these women share their personal stories, perspectives, and advice! Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Ins...

Tune in this to Brick episode to talk about mental health and the importance of checking in with yourself. 😌 Built By Us hosts gather to play a game, 'MERP', that shows them the value in checking in Mentally, Emotionally, Relationally, and Physically. Check out this episode and then try it yourself! Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikT...

In this episode, our Democracy Summer Charlotte friendterns Brianni, Jonezie, & Sydni join us for a fun and important conversation about their experiences at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and/or Predominantly White Institutions (PWIs). Tune in to learn more about their fresh and personal perspectives as well as how that intersects with other issues such as gerrymandering...

In our newest podcast segment, The Bricks, Eva and Lumiere got together to discuss the phrase “Defund the Police” 🚔 They broke it down into four points to help you understand a little more about the movement ✨ Be sure to tune in to the discussion and start building your own conversations with this episode of The Bricks 🧱 Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @de...

In this episode, former UNCA professor Dr. Mullen, shares his experience as a black professor at a PWI in the 80’s and how gentrification in Asheville has affected the black community. His candid and open dialogue sheds light on the inequalities for people of color in Western NC. Tune in for a great conversation! ✨ Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracyn...

Welcome to.... The Bricks! A shorter, quicker, explainer series about all of the things YOU want to know about. Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikTok: @democracync Threads: @democracync Bluesky: @democracync Facebook: @DemocracyNorthCarolina Youtube: @DemocracyNorthCarolina

In this episode, join us for a brand new season of Built By Us! Season 2 will be packed full of new hosts, interns, engaging topics, and fun debates. Tune in to this conversation to learn more about each of our new hosts and what's to come this summer! We can't wait to spend another season creating a North Carolina that's Built By Us.  Support the show Follow us on all your favorite...

In this Season Finale of Built By Us, Taylor and Alyssa are joined by Harry Taylor . Harry and his puppet, Gerry, tell us all about the importance of drawing fair and non-partisan voting maps! Tune in to hear about Harry's journey as he fights to hold our government and those elected to it accountable. Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikTok:...

In the episode, Taylor and Alyssa are joined by Parks and Rec Aficionado, Paige! Together, they talk about some of their favorite moments and characters from the show, along with how realistic these scenes REALLY are. Tune in to discuss the Expectations v. Reality of one of our favorite flix to binge! Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikTok: @demo...

In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa talk about Democracy NC's elections recommendations amid COVID-19. These recommendations were sent to the NC State Board of Elections and include; lowering the barriers for absentee voting; preparing for potential poll worker shortages; and implementing an online voter registration system. The bottom line is that COVID-19 requires immediate emergency action...

Join Taylor and Alyssa as they discuss the unveiling of Online Voter Registration in North Carolina! In this episode, they tell you all about how we got here, why it's so exciting, and how you can register all your friends TODAY . Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikTok: @democracync Threads: @democracync Bluesky: @democracync Facebook: @Demo...

In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa tell you all about Democracy NC's paid summer internship programs and why you should apply, today! Don't just take it from them though, listen to Democracy Summer Alumni give you inside details on their personal experiences and highlights from their time in the program.  Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync...

In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa talk about the 2020 Primaries that are taking place. They discuss the how these Primaries are set up, what they're for, and why they're important. Tune in to learn the importance of Primary elections and why you should vote on Super Tuesday (if you haven't already). #wevote Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @dem...

In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa tell you about changes regarding the upcoming elections in 2020. Tune in to learn all about how you can become a pro-active voter that supports a movement that votes in 2020. #wevote Support the show Follow us on all your favorite platforms!  Instagram: @democracync TikTok: @democracync Threads: @democracync Bluesky: @democracync Facebook: @DemocracyNorthCarolina...

In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa look to 2020 to discuss the Rising American Electorate ( RAE ). Lately, a lot of different groups are starting to and have been stepping up to the plate in terms of politics. Young people, single women, and people of color, specifically the Latinx community in NC, have been consistently showing up in greater numbers. Tune into to learn more about why and their im...