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Advocating to put People First. We support and discuss policies like Universal Basic Income, Healthcare and Housing as a Human Right, as well as many other corresponding movements. Forward United is available on all major podcast platforms. ----- Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu ----- Connect with Forward United on Social Media https://twitter.com/FwdUnited

Forward United


    • Jul 4, 2020 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 36 EPISODES


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    #36 Yang Says No to Third Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 4, 2020 14:27


    The recent Dark Horse Duo plan was released with Andrew Yang as the ideal candidate for Presidential third party run. Since then, Yang has doubled down on Joe Biden and has ruled out a third party run.

    #35 The Dark Horse Duo Plan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2020 23:25


    A few weeks ago, Bret Weinstein announced a plan for an Independent ticket for President. We dive into these details on this episode.

    #34 Storm Gang on Policing

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2020 64:15


    Join the campaign staff from Storm Lake, IA Jason, Rob, Pierce and GSP. This week we have a special guest Kaylee from the campaign in Iowa. Be sure to Like and Subscribe so you don't miss this weekly show, every Wednesday at 6:00pm PST / 9:00pm EST

    #33 MCOY with Ronald and Ashley

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2020 33:24


    In this week's episode with MCOY, Ronald and Ashley talk about the nationwide protests and what our leaders need to do in order to move forward. MOCY hosts a weekly show every Thursday, 6pm PST on Forward United's Youtube channel.

    #32 Storm Gang on Social Justice

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 5, 2020 66:01


    Join Storm Gang every Wednesday at 6:00pm PST on Forward United's Youtube channel. Jason, Pierce, Rob and GSP are former campaign staff from Storm Lake, Iowa. This week the discussion is around social justice. There are protests nationwide calling for justice and more equality for people of color. These events are weighing heavy on the American people, and we give our views on the events and how it is affecting us personally.

    #DNCBringBackYang

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2020 30:14


    Heidi and James have a quick discussion around the current state of our country and what we need moving forward. Joe Biden would not be voted in as the nominee during these hard times, and we cannot act like he will be able to make actual positive change.

    #30 MCOY: George Floyd and Minneapolis

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2020 69:04


    In this week's episode of MCOY, we discuss the murder of George Floyd and the events taking place in Minneapolis. Joining the discussion is Ronald, Tobe, Ashley, Jay and James.

    #29 Noelle Famera for Congress HI-02

    Play Episode Listen Later May 29, 2020 34:40


    In this episode, James Ellars interviews Noelle Famera, a candidate for Congress in Hawaii's 2nd District. James and Noelle discuss policies that are important to the people of Hawaii, such as climate change, energy independence, Basic Income and Data Property Rights. Support Noelle at ElectNoelle.com

    #28 Andrew Yang

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 26:22


    Andrew Yang joins Heidi and Ellars to discuss Congressional races, data property rights as well as the George Floyd tragedy and the riots in Minneapolis.

    #27 Storm Gang 5.27.20

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2020 72:14


    Join the campaign staff from Storm Lake, IA Jason, Rob, Pierce and GSP. Be sure to Like and Subscribe so you don't miss this weekly show, every Wednesday at 6:00pm PST / 9:00pm EST on Youtube

    #26 Social Media Pt. 2 Herzog Mob

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 53:37


    This is part 2 of a 2 part series on social media. In this episode, we continue the conversation while bringing in Congressional Candidate Jonathan Herzog and Tyler and Helen from his team. This episode gives unique insight into social media strategy and how a trend is planned.

    #25 Social Media pt. 1 John Talarico

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 84:18


    This is part 1 of a 2 part series on Social Media. In this episode, we are joined by John Talarico. John is a member of Humanity for Yang and also a founding member of Forward United. We discuss the importance of social media and about how we are able to trend topics.

    #24 MCOY: Biden or Trump?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2020 67:06


    In this week's episode of MCOY, we discuss the Pros and Cons of a Biden presidency vs Donald Trump staying in office. Ronald is joined by Genie and Tobe on this episode and they have a great dialogue on this topic.

    #23 Lutchi Gayot Media Blackout

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 50:07


    Lutchi Gayot is running for congress in New York's 9th District. Recently he has been barred from local debates by some progressive political groups. We talk about why actions like this do more harm than hurt to progressives, and how we might just host our own debate.

    #22 Storm Gang: Mayor Andrew Yang?

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 62:24


    In this week's episode of Storm Gang, we have Pierce Walker, Rob Chen, Gianmarco Pow-Sang and Jason Elia. We discuss a wide range of topics from campaigning in Iowa to the likelihood of Andrew Yang running for Mayor of New York.

    #21 Badrun Khan for Congress against AOC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2020 43:17


    Badrun Khan has lived in New York for 22 years. She knows her Congressional District and what the people need help with. We talk with Badrun Khan about living in New York among Covid-19, her election and what she would do if she becomes a Congresswoman for New York.

    #20 Mike Broihier Overtaking McConnell in the Senate

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2020 45:52


    In this episode of Forward United, we sit down with Mike Broihier. Mike is running for the Senate in the great state of Kentucky. We talk about the impact of covid on the election and how we can bring more jobs to the unemployed.

    #19 Jonathan Herzog Challenges Jerry Nadler to Debates

    Play Episode Listen Later May 16, 2020 85:02


    It is not easy running for office against the establishment. In this episode, Jonathan Herzog joins Heidi and James again to discuss his campaign. New York is trying to stop elections, and there is some serious campaign meddling happening. Support Jonathan Herzog at Herzog2020.com Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #18 MCOY: Covid's Impact on Black Families

    Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 59:11


    In the second edition of MCOY, we discuss the impact of Covid on the black community. Schools were shut down without children having access to Internet and computers, jobs are being lost in black communities at higher rates, and infections are even higher. Listen to MCOY weekly on Forward United. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #17 Storm Gang Premier

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2020 67:09


    One of the most energetic campaign offices in Iowa was Storm Lake. In this new weekly segment, members of the Storm Lake office, Pierce and Jason, talk about anything and everything. Join us every Wednesday for this new segment! In the premier episode, we talk about UBI, Andrew Yang and, of course, Frozen 2. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #16 Boyce Littlefield

    Play Episode Listen Later May 13, 2020 47:34


    James and Heidi speak with Boyce Littlefield in the 16th episode of Forward United. Boyce is the host of the Mindful Skeptics podcast and one of the creators of TheTrickleUp.com. The gang talks about Andrew Yang making moves, Biden stumbling and whether or not YangGang likes ASMR. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #15 Candidate Heidi Briones OR-1

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2020 51:50


    Heidi Briones is running for Congress in Oregon's 1st District. James and Heidi discuss the state of her race, and what it is like running for Congress while working full time and keeping her marriage healthy (thanks Jena!) Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #14 MCOY discusses Ahmaud Arbery

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2020 116:52


    James and Heidi meet with members of MCOY and discuss issues the black communities are facing and the tragic case of Ahmaud Arbery. Possible solutions were also discussed including education reform and Universal Basic Income. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #13 Yang Speaks and Pelosi for UBI

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 27, 2020 46:07


    James is joined by Heidi, Matt and Marc for Episode 13 of Forward United. They discuss the launch of Andrew's new podcast Yang Speaks, Nancy Pelosi coming out in support of UBI and other Pirate business. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #12 Jordan Reyes #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2020 29:25


    Jordan Reyes was an active volunteer for the Yang campaign and continues her activism even after the campaign. James and Jordan discuss the campaign, Jordan's plans for the future and ways we can make UBI a reality. This episode is part of the #YangGang series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #11 Max Federman

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2020 36:57


    Max Federman is a candidate for the Oklahoma State Legislature. He is a former Yang staffer, a teacher and is running for office to stop corruption and bring forward-thinking ideas like UBI to the table. Support Max at MaxForOK.com. This episode is part of the #GangSavesHumanity Series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #10 Jonathan Herzog

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2020 62:22


    In Episode 10 of the Forward United Podcast, James and Heidi speak with Jonathan Herzog. Jonathan is running for Congress in New York's 10th District. He was one of the first staff members of Andrew Yang's campaign and is looking to give Andrew support from Congress. Support Jonathan at Herzog2020.com. This episode is part of the #GangSavesHumanity Series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #9 Donald Rummel #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 23, 2020 32:48


    Donald Rummel was not politically engaged prior to the 2020 election. He was drawn to the Basic Income movement for it's pragmatism and he can still see the progress of the movement. James and Donald also talk about how Universal Basic Income can help with the pandemic crisis. This episode is part of the #YangGang series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #8 Michelle Morey #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2020 63:34


    This will be the first time Michelle is voting for President, and she is voting for Andrew Yang. James speaks with Michelle about her thoughts on children first, how we need to include children in our policies moving forward and how Universal Basic Income would help her build after an abusive marriage. This episode is part of the #YangGang Series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #7 UBI Stimulus with Heidi and James

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 63:04


    Heidi and James discuss the need for a stimulus directly to the people in the form of a Universal Basic Income. Tulsi Gabbard has introduced a bill for UBI (HRes897) and we need to take action to make this a reality. This episode is part of the Gang Saves Humanity series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #6 Andrew Kirkham #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2020 29:17


    Andrew Kirkham joins us from North Carolina. He gives us first-hand insight on how people can fall through the cracks and why policies like Universal Basic Income can lift people out of poverty. This episode is part of the #YangGang series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #5 Emmanuel Eni #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2020 21:05


    Emmanuel Eni joins us from his home in Nigeria. While he is outside of the country, Emmanuel has a great perspective of what is happening in America, and how forward thinking policies like Democracy Dollars would help put a stop to corruption. This episode is part of the #YangGang series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #4 Heidi with YangVets #GangSavesHumanity

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2020 65:42


    Heidi is one of the founders of Veterans for Yang and actually worked for the campaign. James and Heidi reflect on the 2020 election, and what the Humanity First movement needs to do to keep growing. This episode is part of the Gang Saves Humanity series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #3 Jaeson Fuller #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2020 58:08


    Jaeson Fuller joins us from Los Angeles, CA. Jaeson supported Bernie in 2016, and feels that Andrew Yang's policies are more suited to help people. We talk policy and the 2020 election running up to Super Tuesday. This episode is part of the #YangGang series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #2 Andy Dike #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2020 39:10


    Andy Dike (dee-kay) hails from the east side of Texas. James and Andy talk about the impact that Universal Basic Income would have on Andy, and what dreams he is pursuing. This episode is part of the #YangGang series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

    #1 Rashad Lloyd #YangGang

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2020 72:46


    Season 1, Episode 1: Rashad Lloyd Rashad Lloyd joins Forward United from Maryland. Rashad is running for Congress as an Independent in Maryland's 5th District. James and Rashad talk about running for office, and the policies we need to implement in order to make positive change. This episode is part of the #YangGang series. Support the Show: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/fwdu Connect with Forward United on Social Media: https://twitter.com/FwdUnited This podcast is available on all major platforms.

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