Episodios

  • 96. Dean Blundell. Canada's Sweetheart. Speaker of Truth.

    96. Dean Blundell. Canada's Sweetheart. Speaker of Truth.
    Oct 30 2025
    I talked to Dean Blundell
    on a live show yesterday, and we got into the value of shared reality, truth, values in order to build a society that’s good for everyone. I asked him about his radically creative ideas for rebuilding America, just like I ask everyone.

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    57 m
  • 95. Marlon Weems: Building community, storytelling, and independent journalism.

    95. Marlon Weems: Building community, storytelling, and independent journalism.
    Oct 30 2025
    Keywords
    Freedom Over Fascism, Substack, media landscape, independent writers, community building, political engagement, funding in media, COVID impact, storytelling, future of media

    Summary
    In this engaging conversation, the speakers discuss the evolution of media, particularly focusing on the rise of Substack and its implications for independent writers. Marlon shares his journey from Wall Street to becoming a writer, highlighting the challenges faced by smaller creators in a landscape dominated by larger, funded entities. The discussion also touches on the importance of community building, the impact of COVID on media, and the need for innovative solutions to address current political and social issues.


    Chapters
    00:00 Introduction to Freedom Over Fascism
    02:39 Marlon's Journey from Wall Street to Writing
    05:00 The Impact of COVID on Writing and Media
    08:04 Substack: The New Media Landscape
    10:39 Challenges for Independent Writers
    13:16 The Role of Funding in Media
    15:47 Building Community in the Digital Age
    18:31 The Future of Media and Political Engagement
    21:19 Creative Solutions for a New Era
    24:13 Closing Thoughts and Future Directions


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    56 m
  • 92. Courtney Teasley: How Do You Fight Mass Incarceration?

    92. Courtney Teasley: How Do You Fight Mass Incarceration?
    Oct 13 2025
    Stephanie talks to Courtney Teasley, an attorney, business coach, educator, podcaster, and author dedicated to disrupting oppressive systems through legal literacy. Courtney shares her journey from practicing law straight out of school to coaching other lawyers and educating communities about their rights. She discusses her proactive approach to combating systemic issues like mass incarceration, emphasizing the importance of legal and civic literacy starting from a young age. Please subscribe here and at www.freedomoverfascism.us

    #LegalLiteracy #CriminalJusticeReform #KnowYourRights #Education #CommunityEmpowerment

    00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome
    00:10 Courtney Teasley's Mission and Background
    02:08 Current Political Climate and Its Impact
    05:01 Local Legal Advocacy and Community Involvement
    07:30 DAMM Advocate Training and Proactive Legal Strategies 11:05 Courtroom Preparation and Overcoming Bias 11:41 Success Stories and Real-World Applications 14:27 Challenges of Code Switching and Cultural Acceptance 20:06 Mock Trials and Training Techniques 22:01 Preparing Marginalized Communities for Court 23:05 Addressing Mass Incarceration 23:41 Coaching Lawyers and Advocates 25:20 Legal Literacy and Community Advocacy 26:56 Proactive Education and Its Impact 27:16 Evaluating Success and Community Impact 29:32 Empowering Through Legal Literacy 34:49 Systemic Issues and Individual Solutions 39:45 Building a New Society with Radical Creativity 42:17 Final Thoughts and Contact Information

    Courtney can be found at @blacklawgirl on YouTube , emeffen.com, and https://www.tiktok.com/@emeffen.

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    44 m
  • 92. Evolution of Race Consciousness - The Contraband Wagon (SGW Guest)

    92. Evolution of Race Consciousness - The Contraband Wagon (SGW Guest)
    Oct 8 2025
    Stephanie Wilson, as a guest on Will Fullwood's podcast 'Contraband Wagon,' engages in a profound conversation with Will Fullwood about race consciousness. They discuss their personal journeys in understanding race, the historical and systemic aspects of racism, and the transformative power of self-reflection and taking action. The dialogue highlights the importance of creating spaces for these conversations to foster community, hope, and collective empowerment. Stephanie also shares her path from political apathy to activism, emphasizing the necessity of education and aligning values for meaningful societal change.

    #race #substack #black #White #Politics #personalgrowth #antiracism #antifascism #history

    00:00 Introduction and Welcome 01:37 Meet the Host: Will Fullwood 02:12 Joining the Contraband Wagon 04:17 Introducing the Guest: Stephanie G. Wilson, PhD 05:17 Stephanie's Early Experiences with Race 12:04 High School and Racial Segregation 16:53 Understanding Systemic Racism 28:15 Activism and Political Engagement 31:48 Bias and Empathy 43:38 Finding Common Ground 52:49 Historical Context of Dehumanization 54:33 Challenging Historical Narratives 56:38 Personal Realization of Racial Stereotypes 58:29 The Impact of Internalized Racism 01:00:24 The Journey to Anti-Racism 01:04:07 Reflections on Current Political Climate 01:09:29 The Power of Community and Collaboration 01:17:08 Taking Action and Living Your Values 01:37:45 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans A recording from Stephanie G Wilson, PhD and Will Fullwood's live video https://www.freedomoverfascism.us/p/evolution-of-race-consciousness-the?utm_source=youtube

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    1 h y 41 m
  • 91. DID YOU KNOW? Lindsay Winslow Brown on the real truth behind historical myths.

    91. DID YOU KNOW? Lindsay Winslow Brown on the real truth behind historical myths.
    Sep 28 2025
    Stephanie Gerber Wilson speaks with Lindsay Winslow Brown, an Indiana teacher and social media influencer, about her work dismantling historical myths surrounding the founding of the United States. Lindsay delves into the importance of questioning accepted narratives and offers insight into her personal journey, from growing up in a fundamentalist Christian household to becoming an advocate for historical and religious deconstruction. The discussion explores topics like the truth behind the Plymouth Pilgrims, the nuanced histories of early American colonies, and the role of education in fostering critical thinking. Watch to discover how Lindsay uses her platforms on Instagram, TikTok, and Substack to challenge simplified historical records and inspire deeper inquiry.

    risingfromthered.substack.com
    freedomoverfascism.us

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    59 m
  • 90. Kevin Levin and the Erasure of History

    90. Kevin Levin and the Erasure of History
    Sep 18 2025
    This is the audio from my LIVE conversation on Substack withKevin M. Levin
    today about about how we remember the past, what the Trump regime is doing to edit the waymarkers at historical sites, and how the future of history might go.

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    46 m
  • 89: Sick of this Show — Pro-Democracy Podcasts Unite, where I'm a guest on Nick Paro and Lawrence Winnerman's LIVE

    89: Sick of this Show — Pro-Democracy Podcasts Unite, where I'm a guest on Nick Paro and Lawrence Winnerman's LIVE
    Sep 13 2025
    Stephanie has a very wide ranging conversation with Nick Paro and Lawrence Winnerman about everything from the way we frame political discussion, to the trauma of the Challenger explosion, to being GenX (or Millennial, as the case may be), to what’s going to happen next. Take a look or listen to hear about what all of us think, and to hear my scientific, historical judgement about where we are in this moment.

    www.freedomoverfascism.us
    https://substack.com/@sickofthisshitwithnick
    https://www.genxy.io/podcast

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    56 m
  • 88. Emma Brown, ED of Giffords on Hope and Action in Gun Reform

    88. Emma Brown, ED of Giffords on Hope and Action in Gun Reform
    Sep 9 2025
    Stephanie Wilson talks with Emma Brown, Executive Director of Giffords, about the organization's efforts to promote gun safety laws. Started by Gabby Giffords and Mark Kelly, Giffords focuses on creating a big tent around the issue without requiring political conformity. The conversation covers Giffords' successful passage of 700+ state gun safety laws, the role of corporate interests in fueling gun violence, and the power of local actions and bipartisan efforts. Emma shares insights on how optimism and community engagement can drive change, even in traditionally resistant regions.

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    42 m