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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 era benefit. But the good things can't be ignored...

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 to take part in it yourself. 🎬 From Pod...

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 the deets about the hiatus, including stints at...

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 clout really important? &MORE Connect with us: h...

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 climate anxiety Disillusionment with the Democrat...

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 More about Alissa & Cops off Earth: https://...

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 could they turn into effective organizing? Connect wit...

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 rise of ecofascism with climate change Tibet, China,...

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 budget is it? What about organizing is harder than...

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 our own ends Follow Shannon: https://twitter.com/Sh...