The Rally Room

Resistance is more than protest and political disagreement. It is the ongoing work of protecting the rights, freedoms, and communities that make democracy possible. From women's autonomy and civil rights to immigrant rights and civic participation, every generation is faced with the question of what is worth fighting for—and what kind of future we want to leave behind. In this episode of The Rally...

Four years after the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade , the question is no longer what could happen—it is what has happened. Across the country, access to reproductive healthcare now depends on where someone lives, forcing many women to travel across state lines for care while doctors face growing legal uncertainty. As America reflects on freedom and individual rights, the impact of the Dobbs...

As America prepares to mark 250 years of independence, one question remains: who has truly been included in the promise of freedom? The story of America’s revolution is incomplete without the women, immigrants, organizers, workers, and communities who kept fighting to expand democracy long after the Declaration of Independence was signed. In this episode of The Rally Room, host Emiliana Guereca ex...

Content Warning: This episode discusses sexual abuse, sex trafficking, exploitation of minors, and violence against women. For years, the public has been told that Jeffrey Epstein acted alone. But the deeper you look into the flight logs, testimony, investigations, and people surrounding him, the bigger question becomes: Who knew? In this episode of The Rally Room, host Emiliana Guereca examines t...

Pride Month is more than parades and celebrations. It is a reminder that every right enjoyed today was fought for by people who refused to accept discrimination as normal. From the Stonewall Uprising to marriage equality, the LGBTQ+ rights movement has been shaped by decades of organizing, advocacy, and resilience. In this episode of The Rally Room, host Emiliana Guereca explores the history of Pr...

As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly embedded into everyday life — deciding who gets hired, what information we see, and who gets targeted online — #TheRallyRoom asks a critical question: what happens when the people building the future don’t represent half the population? This week, host Emiliana explores how AI is already impacting women through workplace disruption, deepfakes, online...

This week in The Rally Room, we’re asking a simple question: if January 6th was “not a big deal,” then why is there now a nearly $2 billion federal fund connected to the people involved? For years, Americans were told it was overblown, that the rioters were just “patriots,” and that Donald Trump had nothing to do with it. But now, a new “Anti-Weaponization Fund” is raising bigger questions about a...

As Los Angeles faces rising housing costs, growing concerns around public safety, and increasing frustration with political systems that feel disconnected from everyday people, #TheRallyRoom asks a critical question: what does local government actually do? This week, Emiliana sits down with Eunisses Hernandez for a conversation about the real impact of city politics — from rent stabilization, hous...

This week in The Rally Room, we’re asking the question that this moment demands: why are billionaires suddenly running for office? Because across the country, we’re watching wealthy candidates flood elections with their own money—jumping into races for mayor, governor, and Congress—and trying to buy their way into power. And this isn’t random—it’s a pattern—one where influence isn’t enough anymore...

In this moment, the systems shaping our future—from healthcare to public education—are being pushed to their limits. As conversations around AI in medicine grow and funding priorities continue to shift, bigger questions emerge about who these systems are really built to serve—and who gets left behind. In this episode of The Rally Room, host Emiliana Guereca sits down with educator E.J. Blanchard t...

This week in The Rally Room, we’re asking the question that this moment demands: what is wrong with men? Because from sexual misconduct allegations against powerful political figures to the ongoing questions surrounding the Epstein files, this moment isn’t random—it’s a pattern—one that keeps repeating, protected by silence, power, and the systems that allow it to continue. Host Emiliana Guereca b...

This week in The Rally Room, we’re switching it up — you asked, we’re answering. From “Why are we still marching?” to “Is the government lying to us?”—we break down the biggest questions coming in right now and what’s really happening beneath the headlines. From ongoing protests to rising global tensions, one thing is clear: this moment isn’t random—it’s pressure. Host Emiliana Guereca breaks down...

This moment is bigger than one policy. As birthright citizenship is pushed back into debate, we’re forced to confront something deeper: who gets to belong, who gets excluded, and who gets to decide. Because this was never just about the law — it’s about power, race, and the ongoing attempt to redefine what it means to be American. In this episode of The Rally Room, host Emiliana Guereca breaks dow...

This moment is bigger than one story. As Dolores Huerta speaks her truth after more than 60 years, we’re forced to confront something deeper: who was protected, who was silenced, and what silence has cost generations of women. Because this was never just about one man — it’s about the systems, the culture, and the people who chose not to speak. In this episode of The Rally Room, host Emiliana Guer...

This week, we examine what happens when the loudest voices in American politics suddenly go quiet. From a war with Iran unfolding without a clear strategy, to renewed attention on the Epstein files and the subpoena of Pam Bondi, to the recent Dolores Huerta incident that sparked outrage and raised deeper questions around respect and accountability — one question stands out: what does silence mean...

Across social media, women are being encouraged to become “trad wives” — to return to traditional roles, stay home, and stay out of politics. But at the same time, women are being placed at podiums in Washington to defend policies they didn’t write, only to be pushed aside when the pressure rises. The message being sold online and the reality of political power are telling two very different stori...

The first week of Women’s History Month has already delivered major moments. The Senate blocked the SAVE Act — a bill critics warned could function as a modern poll tax by requiring documents like passports or birth certificates just to register to vote. At the same time, the United States is entering new international conflicts, raising questions about national priorities and who ultimately pays...

During Tuesday’s State of the Union, President Trump described the country as being in a “golden age” — a claim that feels far removed from the reality many Americans are experiencing.  He promised to release the Epstein files and deliver economic prosperity, yet months into his second term, his actions have only deepened divisions and sharpened partisanship benefitting only his billionaire base. ...

Over the past few months, the country has experienced what many describe as a steady escalation of chaos — from expanding ICE operations to mounting concerns over voter suppression, federal intervention in local election offices, and the continued lack of accountability surrounding the Epstein files. Now, as we prepare to witness the second State of the Union under Trump’s administration, this mom...

This week, Congress reintroduced the “SAVE Act,” a bill branded as “election security” but described by critics as a new form of poll tax. The proposal would require voters to present documents such as a passport, birth certificate, or naturalization papers just to register — a change that could effectively block millions of Americans who lack easy access to these records from voting. On this epis...

In the last few years, attacks on bodily autonomy have continued to escalate. In this episode of The Rally Room, host Emiliana Guereca sits down with author and technologist D.A. Murray to discuss her novel Dominion: Ascension — a post-apocalyptic story where gender power is flipped and reproduction is tightly controlled through a caste system centered on “Breeders.” Together, they explore how dys...

The start of 2026 has been met with escalating violence against our communities—especially immigrants and the allies showing up on the ground resisting ICE enforcement and state violence. Join us on January 30 for a Legal Observer training focused on knowing your rights and safely supporting communities as an observer. This training aims to equip community members, volunteers, and allies with the...

On January 20, join us and thousands of feminists in the streets—or online—for the Free America Walkout. This is about our freedoms! Our rights are slowly being dismantled and taken away. We can't be silent. As part of this nationwide day of action, we hosted a live taping of #TheRallyRoom podcast across YouTube, Facebook, and Instagram, bringing the conversation directly to the community. We brok...

As we enter the second year of this presidency, the consequences are landing in real time—from escalating ICE enforcement nationwide to delays in releasing the Epstein files. 2026 is shaping up to be one of the most consequential years in recent U.S. history, changing how we live and organize. In this episode, we examine what these events may signal and also where we go from here. Tune in, stay lo...

Welcome to The Rally Room — new year, new era, same mission. The first week of 2026 felt like a fresh start, yet the world didn’t slow down. A lot has already happened, forcing a moment of reflection. As questions swirl about how we fight back, we debrief on the pain and lessons of 2025, attempting to make sense of what happened and find clarity for what’s ahead. Headlines faded, but the impacts d...