Rise Above Justice Movement Podcast

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Jeremiah Olney, a candidate running for State House in Georgia, District 57. This episode is a part of our growing Candidate Series, where we are interviewing, highlighting, and shining a light on progressive candidates running across the country for various elected offices. Website: https://www.votejeremiah.com/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donat...

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Florisbel Jaramillo and Lane Law, candidates running for the Texas Democratic Party State Executive Committee. This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country. Socials: florisbeljaramillo lane.law

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Karen Ortiz, a candidate running for Congress in NY-12. This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country. Website: ko4congress.com Donate: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/donation-form/donate-to-karen-ortiz-for-congress Socials...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Elicia Ybarra, who is a instructor in women's self-defense, with the brand 'Pretty Hands, Hard Punches' In this episode, we talk about why self-defense is crucial to women, survivors, and in between. Website: https://www.prettyhandshardpunches.com Socials: prettyhandshardpunches

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Morgan Wadsworth, a candidate running for Congress in Nevada, 2nd Congressional district. This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country. Website: https://www.wadsworthfornevada.com/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/don...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Chris Bennett, a candidate running for Congress in California, District 03. This episode is a part of our growing Candidate Series , where we are interviewing, highlighting, and shining a light on progressive candidates running across the country for various elected offices. Website: https://www.bennettforca.com/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donat...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Robert Held, an attorney that has been on the frontlines over the last couple months holding ICE accountable. In this episode, you will hear some of the experiences Robert has been experiencing with going to several ICE concentration camps (Detention Centers) and what he has been seeing on the ground. Socials: robheld1

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Dr. Bri Serrano, a candidate running for Covina, California City Council. This episode is a part of our growing Candidate Series , where we are interviewing, highlighting and shining a light on progressive candidates running across the country for various elected offices. Website: https://www.serrano4covina.com/about Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/d...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Salaam Bhatti, a candidate running for Congress in Virginia, District 01. This episode is a part of our growing Candidate Series , where we interview, highlight and shine a light on progressive candidates running for all levels of elected office across the country. Website: salaamforva.com Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/salaam Socials: salaam...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Jakeya Johnson, a candidate running for Congress in Maryland, Congressional District 04. This episode is a part of our Candidate Series , a series where we interview progressive candidates running for office at all levels. Website: https://jakeyajohnson.com/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jakeya-johnson Socials: jakeya_hq

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Shonique Williams, a candidate running for Congress in California, District 41. This episode is a part of our Candidate Series , a series where we interview, highlight and shine a spotlight on progressive candidates running for all levels of office across the country: Website: https://shoniqueforcongress.com/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/sh...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Melissa Bird, a candidate running for Congress in =Oregon, District 04. This episode is a part of our Candidate Series, a series where we interview, highlight and shine a spotlight on progressive candidates running for all levels of office across the country: Website: https://www.melissabirdforcongress.com/ Donate: https://donation.c-esystems.com/campai...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Lucia Simonelli, a candidate running for Congress in Pennsylvania , District 01. This episode is a part of our Candidate Series, a series where we interview, highlight and shine a spotlight on progressive candidates running for all levels of office across the country: Website: https://www.luciaforcongress.com/ Donate: https://www.luciaforcongress.com/ S...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Katie Bansil, a candidate running for Congress in New Jersey, District 06 . This episode is a part of our Candidate Series, a series where we interview, highlight and shine a spotlight on progressive candidates running for all levels of office across the country: Website: https://www.katiebansil.com/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/katiebansil...

As part of our new series, each week, Zachary and Gwen will be sitting down to go over the most recent headlines, and breaking news stories that you may have missed. We will also have special guests, announcements, and conversation about the issues impacting our communities. Be sure to follow us on social media (Threads, Instagram) @RiseAboveJusticeMovement, and we are also on Facebook, BlueSky an...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Marcos, who is an expert on Deep Canvassing. In this episode, we talked about what deep canvassing is and how it is helping candidates win across the country. Marcos is the Founder of We Believe In Deep Canvassing. Website: webelieveindc.community Social Media: deep_canvassing

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Burhan, who leads the Intersectional Innovation and Impact Labs, based out of Boston. Burhan is LGBTQ+ and an immigrant, born in Pakistan. In this episode, we talked about Burhan's advocacy and what has led them to be a leader in their community. Social Media: @ intersectional_innovation

In this episode, and as a part of our new Candidate Series, we sat down and talked with Sparky Mitra, a candidate for Congress in California, District 50. You can support Sparky's campaign here: https://www.sparkymitra.com/ Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/sparkymitra Socials: @SparkyforCongress

As part of our new series, each week, Zachary and Gwen will be sitting down to go over the most recent headlines, and breaking news stories that you may have missed. We will also have special guests, announcements, and conversation about the issues impacting our communities. Be sure to follow us on social media (Threads, Instagram) @RiseAboveJusticeMovement, and we are also on Facebook, BlueSky an...

In a new series we are launching, we will be talking with elected officials, as well as candidates, all across the country who are doing amazing work in their districts and for their fellow humans. In our first episode of the series, we sat down and talked with Sasha Renee Perez. a California State Senator, who broke glass ceilings and broke history. Sasha currently represents California's 25th Se...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Bri Woodson, who is running for Congress in Georgia, District 12, and we covered her platform, her experience with advocacy, and what running for Federal office looks like. Website: BriWoodsonForCongress.com ActBlue: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/woodsonlistens Social Media (Instagram): @BriWoodsonforCongress

In this episode, we sat down and talked with our new friend, Noël Heatherland. Bio provided by Noël. "Noël (they/them) is the Statewide Organizing & Outreach Manager for Georgia Equality, the state’s oldest & largest advocacy organization for LGBTQ+ human rights and HIV/AIDS healthcare. Their work with Georgia Equality includes legislative advocacy and grassroots organizing. Noël’s activis...

In this episode, we sat down and interviewed three survivors, that are co-founders of a brand new forming non profit, The Survivor Collective. "The Survivor Collective is a nonprofit dedicated to advancing prevention, accountability, and reform in sexual violence by bringing together lived experience, national evidence, public education, and policy engagement. We focus on how systems operate in pr...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with 'Families Demanding Justice' as part of the organization, Dare to Struggle. "It’s been more than a decade since the Ferguson rebellion, and the police continue to kill Black and other oppressed people with impunity. Despite the powerful rebellions against police brutality over the last decade (with the most recent being in 2020 rebellions across the US,...

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Megan Chopra and Andrew Herrera and we discussed what BDS looks like, and why we need to repeal it. "The Illinois Coalition for Human Rights (ICHR) is dedicated to protecting free speech, defending civil liberties, and advocating for human rights. We work to repeal restrictive laws that suppress advocacy and peaceful protest, ensuring that all Illinoisa...