Episodios

  • Episode 9: Activism and Advocacy for Human Rights in America
    Jul 30 2024

    In this podcast episode, Sue Young addresses activism and advocacy for human rights in America. She opens with Sojourner Truth's famous 1851 speech, 'Ain't I a Woman?' and emphasizes its historical importance. The episode then explores the significance of activism and advocacy in promoting human rights, highlighting systemic issues in the U.S. despite international commitments like the 1948 UN Declaration on Human Rights. Sue discusses how grassroots organizations and local initiatives can drive change, stressing the necessity for inclusive and intersectional approaches. She encourages listener engagement through education, community involvement, and support for human rights organizations, concluding with a call to action inspired by a quote from Mahatma Gandhi.

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    15 m
  • Episode 8 Human Rights in America-A Revolutionary Mindset
    Jul 16 2024

    In episode eight of the podcast 'Human Rights in America- A Revolutionary Mindset,' host Sue Young provides an update on child marriage legislation, specifically recent changes in Sierra Leone. The country has enforced strict laws banning child marriages and cohabitation with minors, imposing severe penalties. Sue highlights the numbers and challenges faced globally, including a comparison with the U.S., where several states have also outlawed child marriages. She transitions to discussing the Ninth Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, elucidating its historical context, its role in protecting unenumerated rights, and its underutilization by the Supreme Court. Sue concludes by encouraging listeners to remain vigilant about their rights and stay informed.

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    16 m
  • Episode 7: Human Rights in America-A Revolutionary Mindset
    Jul 2 2024

    In this podcast episode, host Sue Young discusses various aspects of human rights and the U.S. Constitution. She shares personal anecdotes, including a recent family gathering and her experiences with learning about the Constitution through Schoolhouse Rock. Sue delves into the structure and significance of the Constitution, highlighting its three branches of government and detailing its amendments, particularly the efforts to pass an Equal Rights Amendment. Additionally, she explores Project 2025, a conservative initiative aimed at altering various social policies and governance structures, warning of its potential impacts on American democracy. Throughout the episode, Sue emphasizes the importance of being informed and involved in preserving constitutional rights, advocating for a revolutionary mindset to ensure progress and equity.

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    16 m
  • Episode 6 (CRC prt 2) Human Rights in America-A Revolutionary Mindset
    Jun 18 2024

    Sue Young hosts a podcast episode discussing the obstacles preventing the U.S. from ratifying the Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC). She reviews two new obstacles: child labor and juvenile justice. The episode highlights issues such as child marriage, where Delaware is the only state to have outlawed it, and Louisiana's repeal of paid lunch breaks for child workers. Sue emphasizes that the international standards for minimum working age and juvenile justice are not met in the U.S. She also touches on the problematic enforcement of fair labor standards in agriculture and the lack of federal laws protecting children's rights. The CRC includes 54 articles addressing various children's rights, which the U.S. has not fully embraced. Sue concludes by calling for individual action and quoting Rosa Parks to inspire change.

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    17 m
  • Episode 5 Human Rights in America-A Revolutionary Mindset
    Jun 4 2024

    The podcast, hosted by Sue Young, delves into the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (CRC), highlighting its significance and the reasons behind the United States not ratifying the treaty. The episode discusses how the CRC, unlike declarations, is a binding treaty and goes over various administrations' stances on it. Key issues like child marriage and corporal punishment are discussed, including statistics and the status of related laws across U.S. states. The podcast emphasizes the need for revolutionary thinking to improve child rights in the U.S., with comparisons to other countries and reflections on what it means to genuinely protect children's rights.

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    14 m
  • Corrected Episode 4 Human Rights in America-A Revolutionary Mindset
    May 21 2024

    The script celebrates the 4th Episode of the podcast: 'Human Rights in America- A Revolutionary Mindset' where the host discusses the importance of human rights in America, reflects on the purpose of the podcast, shares personal motivations behind starting it, and advocates for the inclusion of healthcare as a human right. The script also highlights the need for Americans to think creatively about overcoming current challenges and emphasizes the importance of starting the journey towards change.

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    17 m
  • Episode 3: Human Rights in America-A Revolutionary Mindset
    May 6 2024

    The script delves into human rights, emphasizing the need for a revolutionary mindset in America. It discusses various articles from the UN declaration of 1948, highlights inequalities in society, reflects on eradicating homelessness and poverty, and stresses the importance of education and community development.

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    23 m
  • Episode 2 Human Rights in America-A Revolutionary Mindset
    Apr 22 2024

    The episode discusses various pieces of advice and guidance from Articles 1-15 of the UN Declaration of Human Rights along with different sources, aiming to consolidate wisdom into a concise and valuable collection of insights that can enhance the audience's understanding and decision-making skills.

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    15 m