Podcasts about Activism

Our phones are remarkable instruments we can use to save time. But let's not forget that people are more important than technology. 

In part two of our look at Hugh Hefner and Playboy, we chat with Bridget Todd about packaging the controlling of women's liberation and empowerment, and what it means to take in the true scope of this legacy in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Once again the US is at war in the Middle East, and once again the “coalition of the willing” is Israel standing alone, hand-in-bloody-hand with the US. If history is a guide, when the US boot comes down, freedom and humanity are not the winners. The autocratic and sclerotic regime in Iran slaughtered tens of thousands of protestors in recent months, and the murderous medieval rulers of that land were widely reviled and resisted by their own people. During the protests, and now with the war, desperation, rage, sadness, fear, and uncertainty characterize the reaction of many Iranians of good will, both in-country and in the diaspora. We dive into the contradictions and begin the agonizing process of sifting through the wreckage with Sepehr Vakil, an associate professor of Learning Sciences in the School of Education and Social Policy at Northwestern University, and an engaged scholar/activist, author of Revolutionary Engineers: Learning, Politics, and Activism at Aryamehr University of Technology.

Make no room for negative people in your sphere. Work on yourself to be a better version of you and the right people will find you. It starts with self-talk. 

Athlete, history maker and host of the podcast Dropping Diamonds AJ Andrews swings by to talk about representation, failure and empowering women in sports, while also imparting some affirmations.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Even in a world on fire with yet another big war there are glimmers of light such as the upcoming Festival of Humanism in Bournemouth in June. In TWISH we hear about some of the most common myths about Michelangelo, and then we take a look at the news:EU: Vaccine update: EMA recommends approval of Moderna's combined flu/covid vaccine and more good news regarding HPV vaccinationGERMANY: Fake vaccinations currently under investigationUK / WALES: Follow-up: Assisted dying in the UK and WalesINTERNATIONAL: Lessons from the latest Freedom of Thought ReportThe Really Wrong Award goes to unnecessary supplements for middle-aged men (they don't do much for other people either…)Enjoy!https://theesp.eu/podcast_archive/theesp-ep-521.htmlSegments:0:00:27 Intro0:00:50 Greetings0:05:51 TWISH0:19:51 News0:45:46 Really Wrong0:50:03 Who's Quacking?0:53:44 Quote0:55:11 Outro0:56:34 Outtakes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Extended Podcast Edition: Gender and Love Along the Nile with Egyptologist Dr. Colleen Darnell Award-winning Egyptologist Dr. Colleen Darnell of Lost Treasures of Egypt explores diverse expressions of love, gender, and identity woven into the civilizations of the ancient Nile in conversation with Brian DeShazor. This is a special podcast extended interview with Dr. Colleen Darnell, an award-winning Egyptologist trained at Yale University and vintage fashion enthusiast. Colleen is a world expert on ancient Egyptian culture and daily life, co-author of Tutankhamun's Armies and Egypt's Golden Couple: When Akhenaten and Nefertiti Were Gods on Earth with her husband Dr. John Darnell. Brian discovered her in National Geographic's Lost Treasures of Egypt. In this conversation, Brian explores with her gender, love, and identities of the Nile's ancient civilizations (with music by MASHROU' LEILA, LOREENA McKENNIT and Ancient Egypt by SEMION KRIVENKO-ADAMOV, the latter licensed under an attribution-noncommercial-noderivitives 4/0 international license. Check out Colleen's live Zoom classes on hieroglyphics and special lectures at www.colleendarnell.com —follow her on IG @vintage_egyptologist for all things Ancient Egypt and don't forget the fabulous fashion!

Was it love? The verdict is unagreed upon on in this reflection on a past relationship.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Olympian Dr. John Carlos returns to our classroom Thursday morning, bringing firsthand insight into the power of athletic activism. As you may recall, Dr. Carlos and Tommie Smith made history at the 1968 Olympics with their courageous pro-Black Power protest. Now, Dr. Carlos will share how today’s activist-athletes are shaping the conversation and inspiring change. Our lineup is packed with incredible voices. Media Analyst Wayne Gillman will break down the Equal Time rule’s impact on the Texas primary, while Frederick Douglass’s relative Tarence Bailey will share his unique perspective on the ongoing struggle for equality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not weak to ask for help. There are times when everyone needs a lifeline. 

Companies are making moves to monetize AI and intimacy. Bridget Todd joins us to unpack some of the issues around this, and her upcoming audio book tackling the topic 'Love at First Prompt'. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Edge's Anarchapulco Show! Interviewing Jeff Berwick, Aaron Day and Eric Brakey :: What will the future of Anarchapulco be after cartel violence? :: 2026-03-01 Hosts: Mark Edge

Be judicious about what you allow into your mind. It affects your thinking which translates into your beliefs. Take the time to test what you believe. 

The nation is mourning the loss of Rev. Jesse Louis Jackson Sr., the civil rights icon, two-time presidential candidate, founder of the Rainbow PUSH Coalition, and a global advocate for justice and human rights. He passed away at the age of 84, closing a chapter on more than half a century of activism that reshaped American politics and expanded the possibilities of Black political power. While much of his work was national and international, his impact was felt deeply here in the Pacific Northwest. Community activist Eddie Rye, Jr. reflects on Rev. Jackson's life, his influence on the social and political fabric of the region, and the legacy he leaves behind. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.

As the 2026 Paralympics prepare for the opening ceremony, we spotlight the accomplishments of Paralympian Bonnie St. John.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Edge's Anarchapulco Show! Interviewing Jeff Berwick, Aaron Day and Eric Brakey :: What will the future of Anarchapulco be after cartel violence? :: 2026-03-01 Hosts: Mark Edge

In today's episode, I borrow from Star Trek to talk about the heart of man. 

Award-winning Egyptologist Dr. Colleen Darnell of Lost Treasures of Egypt explores diverse expressions of love, gender, and identity woven into the civilizations of the ancient Nile in conversation with Brian DeShazor. And in NewWrap: Wendy Faith and Alesi Diana Denise face life in prison in Uganda for kissing “in broad daylight,” increasing the penalty for what it calls “unnatural acts” in Senegal is the goal of a bill introduced by Prime Minister Ousmane Sonko, the gay dating apps Grindr and Blued are now blocked in Malaysia, the drug trials that provided transgender minors in the United Kingdom with the only way to get puberty blockers have been paused, two Kansas trans men are filing suit to stop the state from revoking all government documents that reflect corrected gender identities, and more international LGBTQ news reported this week by Melanie Keller and Tanya Kane-Parry (produced by Brian DeShazor). All this on the March 2, 2026 edition of This Way Out! Join our family of listener-donors today at thiswayout.org/donate/.

The legend and legacy (and lies) of Hugh Hefner and Playboy loom large to this day and left an undeniable impact - and caused a lot of harm, largely centered on exploiting women. Friend of the show Bridget Todd joins us in breaking down the history, the PR behind the public image and the damage behind it all in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Colin's experience in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco while the cartel was terrorizing the town :: The US gov is a cartel :: Resisting fear during terrorist situation :: NH tranny shoots at a border patrol agent, misses :: Cop kills a girl in a fitting room while she was trying on quinceanera dresses :: Tom says you should never shoot a cop and miss :: Study says AI can not become a danger and that activists are "wrong" :: Dave Ridley's new "TV" show online at ridleyreport.com "Legends of the Free State" :: All of Colin's knowledge of explosions and myths about propane tanks exploding :: Trump started this Iran war himself without congress :: The new food pyramid is still trash :: Elon Musk begged to go to The Island it was cringe and embarrassing :: Have we empowered nerds too much? :: Bill Clinton says he did nothing, saw nothing :: What is esoteric green language? :: Who is a bigger problem for us little people? "Elites" or local cops? :: Couple fined for their car thief not wearing a seatbelt :: Man's land in Wisconsin getting stolen for Trump's new data center to empower AI :: 2026-02-28 Hosts: Bonnie, Angelo, Colin

Shocking exposé: How your taxes fund BBC's hidden £57M UN-linked charity, woke celebrity campaigns, open borders pushes, and globalist city schemes. Come to my live show: https://podlifeevents.com/event-details/heretics-live-show-in-conversation-with-suella-braverman-hosted-by-andrew-gold-11-mar-2026-tickets?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=blog&utm_content=launch&utm_partner=ag   SPONSORS: Organise your life: https://akiflow.pro/Heretics  Earn up to 4 per cent on gold, paid in gold: https://www.monetary-metals.com/heretics/  Cut your wireless bill to 15 bucks a month at https://mintmobile.com/heretics  Charlotte Gill reveals how your taxes fund the BBC's shadowy UN-tied charity BBC Media Action (£57M+ since 2020), global "fact-checking" to enforce UN agendas, and BBC Verify as part of worldwide disinformation control. Celebrities like Olivia Colman, Emma Thompson, Judi Dench, and Cynthia Nixon campaign to import Egyptian activist Alaa Abdel Fattah — who hates Britain — via citizenship loopholes. We uncover Sadi Khan's C40 Cities role piloting UN "sustainable" schemes: Low Traffic Neighbourhoods, 15-minute cities, gridlock, crime spikes, and rewilding stunts like London beavers. Plus: UK sanctuary cities backed by dark money promoting open borders; universities and Commonwealth voting nudged for left-wing gains; deputy mayor Meti Kouban's fake football past and youth vote-buying charity; outrageous National Lottery waste on trans "Squirrel Friends," sperm-donor shows, Kenya disability dance, and more woke box-ticking. Charlotte shares her bottom-up research, YouTube/UN censorship warnings, language status games, and why Kelly-Jay Keen is a true heretic icon. If you're fed up with taxpayer cash fuelling globalism, celebrity hypocrisy, and failed utopias — watch this episode now! #TaxpayerScam #WokeExposed #UNAgenda Join the 30k heretics on my mailing list: https://andrewgoldheretics.com  Check out my new documentary channel: https://youtube.com/@andrewgoldinvestigates  Andrew on X: https://twitter.com/andrewgold_ok   Insta: https://www.instagram.com/andrewgold_ok Heretics YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@andrewgoldheretics Chapters: 0:00 The Egyptian Activist Who Hates Britain 5:50 Tender Charity & Netflix's Anti-Incel Agenda 8:24 YouTube Censorship & UN Video Warnings 11:26 BBC & UN Sustainable Development Goals Link 14:07 BBC Verify = Global Disinformation Control? 17:42 Sadiq Khan's C40 Cities & UN Pilot Scheme 23:49 Sanctuary Cities Invading UK Taxpayer Funds 29:05 Meti Kouban: Deputy Mayor's Meteoric & Shady Rise 35:54 Commonwealth Voting & Labour's Import Strategy 41:01 BBC Duty of Care Failures 46:52 National Lottery Funds Trans & Sperm Donor Shows 52:42 Language Fashion & Status Games in Woke World 1:00:05 A Heretic Charlotte Admires Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There's a little devil inside all of us. The only problem is, he's not little. 

In the 1960s and 70s, a group of black filmmakers at UCLA produced a diverse collection of films to challenge Hollywood’s depiction of black communities. The LA Rebellion presented films with uniquely black stories. What was this movement and what did it accomplish? [ dur: 30mins. ] Allyson Nadia Field is Associate Professor of Cinema and Media Studies at the University of Chicago. She is the author of Acts of Love: Black Performance and the Kiss that Changed Film History and co-editor of L.A. Rebellion: Creating a New Black Cinema. Bernard Nicolas holds a Master of Fine Arts in Film Production from UCLA during L.A. Rebellion era. He is a writer, producer, director, actor. Films he directed include Daydream Therapy and Gidget Meets Hondo. UCLA archive of L.A. Rebellion for Black Cinema can be found here. Some films from this collective : Killer of Sheep ( Charles Burnett ) Daughters of the Dust ( Julie Dash ) Bush Mama ( Haile Gerima ) Diary of an African Nun ( Julie Dash ) Grey Area ( Monona Wali ) A Day in the life of Wille Faust or Death on Installment Plan ( Jamma Fanaka ) California’s historic segregation of Mexican-Americans contrasted with the South’s version of segregation. In California, who did this segregation serve? Our guest confirms it was the interests of “citrus capitalism” in Orange County. The famous Supreme Court Case Broad v Board of Education challenged segregation in public schools. But there was another precedent, the Mendes et al case, that challenged segregation and education in California against Mexican-Americans. [ dur: 28mins. ] David-James Gonzales is Assistant Professor of Histroy at Brigham Young University. He is the author of the book of discussion – Breaking Down the Walls of Segregation: Mexican American Grassroots Politics and Civil Rights in Orange County, CA. This program is produced by Doug Becker, Ankine Aghassian, Maria Armoudian, Anna Lapin and Sudd Dongre. Arts and Humanities, Family / Education, Politics and Activism, Society and Culture, Film, Civil Liberties, Racism, Schools

Colin's experience in Puerto Vallarta, Jalisco while the cartel was terrorizing the town :: The US gov is a cartel :: Resisting fear during terrorist situation :: NH tranny shoots at a border patrol agent, misses :: Cop kills a girl in a fitting room while she was trying on quinceanera dresses :: Tom says you should never shoot a cop and miss :: Study says AI can not become a danger and that activists are "wrong" :: Dave Ridley's new "TV" show online at ridleyreport.com "Legends of the Free State" :: All of Colin's knowledge of explosions and myths about propane tanks exploding :: Trump started this Iran war himself without congress :: The new food pyramid is still trash :: Elon Musk begged to go to The Island it was cringe and embarrassing :: Have we empowered nerds too much? :: Bill Clinton says he did nothing, saw nothing :: What is esoteric green language? :: Who is a bigger problem for us little people? "Elites" or local cops? :: Couple fined for their car thief not wearing a seatbelt :: Man's land in Wisconsin getting stolen for Trump's new data center to empower AI :: 2026-02-28 Hosts: Bonnie, Angelo, Colin

This week on Gun For Hire Radio… I just returned from Central Florida (The Villages) where i spoke at the 9th Annual Freedom Fest! “We as gun owners are not outnumbered, we are just out organized” Kevin Sona. Also, last week I planted some bugs and misinformation on the show to see who is actually listening! Surprisingly many of you are! Bonus, I Was a Victim of More Domestic Embezzlement! Please Listen, Learn, Like, Follow, Share, & Volunteer. Unity & Activism is the ONLY way we win the slow race! The post The Gun For Hire Radio Broadcast: Episode 771 appeared first on Best Gun Range NYC and NJ Area | Gun Range Near Me.

The evil Iranian regime is being toppled as I type this. Pray for a peaceful, prosperous path forward for the wonderful Iranian people. 

The 2025 film Sinners is an award-winning film and is making history. We invite you to join us in talking about music, vampires, race and so much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Everything has its price. But what value are you placing on your life? 

KCSB's Annabelle Hurst brings us the latest news in social justice and activism.

Still recovering from recording an audiobook, Anney and Samantha share their experiences. Anney discusses the emotions of coming out to strangers in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We learn as we age. At least we are supposed to. Well, that's what I've been told! Life is sorta like a minefield. Walk deliberately but choose your path wisely. 

Send a textThis episode brings you two Sundance documentary short films that touch on such timely issues that our filmmakers rushed to get them out as soon as possible.In La Tierra del Valor (The Home of the Brave), during a summer of grief and fear brought about by ice raids in Los Angeles, one small act of bravery brings a community of hope. Director (and return guest) Cristina Costantini and producer Alfie Koetter sit down with us to discuss how they met Nezza, the patriotism of immigrants, and how bravery feels a lot like fear. In short, FUCK ICE.Luigi is a short film about the cultural sensation (and obsession) following the murder charge of Luigi Mangione. Director (and return guest) Liza Mandelup shares why she was inspired to tell the story from this perspective, how she scouted online and in her own backyard of NYC for the subjects of her film, and our collective rage and frustration that has led us to this moment. In short, HEALTH CARE IS A HUMAN RIGHT.Follow director Cristina Costantini on IGFollow producer Alfie Koetter on IGFollow director Liza Mandelup on IGThank you to our sponsor, Standard Deviant BrewingSupport the showThanks for listening and for your support! We couldn't have won Best of the Bay Best Podcast in 2022 , 2023 , and 2024 without you! -- Fight fascism. Shop small. Use cash. Fuck ice. -- Support Bitch Talk here! Subscribe to our channel on YouTube for behind the scenes footage! Rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts! Visit our website! www.bitchtalkpodcast.com Follow us on Instagram, Threads, and Substack Listen every Monday at 7 am on BFF.FM

In a very special skeptical Canadian extravaganza, we are joined by the fabulous Adrienne Hill as guest host for the show. A very special treat! In TWISH we look into the fourth anniversary of Putins' invasion of Ukraine, and how disinformation has been used as weapon in the war. Then, we dig into the news:UK: Racial Slurs shouted at the Bafta Awards by a guest who has Tourette SyndromeNORTHERN IRELEND: Getting closer to repeal blasphemy lawHUNGARY: Pediatrician in custody after faking vaccination certificatesITALY: Crotchgate at the Olympics. Can injecting Hyaluronic Acid into genitals help ski jumpers' distance?NETHERLANDS / SWEDEN: Dutch seller of bogus medicine uses AI deep fakes and Swedish bank for legitimacyINTERNATIONAL: Safe spaces or innovation killers? Macron's AI showdown in DelhiThe Really Wrong Award goes to circumcision for non-medical reasons on children who cannot consent, after a baby dies of sepsis for no good reason.Enjoy!https://theesp.eu/podcast_archive/theesp-ep-520.htmlSegments:0:00:27 Intro0:00:53 Greetings0:12:20 TWISH0:22:56 News1:08:41 Really Wrong1:14:57 Quote1:16:05 Outro1:17:27 Outtakes Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Iranian resistance, women leaders, human rights & regime change. Zolal Habibi shares hope, sacrifice, and the fight for democracy in Iran.

After much delay, we are back with our Sex and the City watch series! Picking up with the gang in Los Angeles, the plot is rife with cameos, some more problematic than others. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Here's something we don't get to say very often: “Way to go Mississippi!”This state has long been ranked dead last in important measurements like healthcare, workers' wages, and rural opportunities. In recent years, though, Mississippi has steadily been advancing to the top in one vital category: Best places for a poor child to get a good education. What a miracle!No. It's the product of ordinary citizens who got fed up with plutocratic state rule that lavishes taxpayer funds on corporate elites, while shortchanging the basic needs of workaday people. In the past decade, savvy grassroots coalitions like Mississppi United have arisen and spread, gaining local political punch in county after county that could not be ignored by legislators.Early on they achieved major state investments in pre-K education, producing remarkable advances, especially by low-income children in many of the state's poverty-stricken, rural counties.This year, building on that success, the movement scored two huge educational victories. First, they produced a unanimous senate vote to defeat a school privatization scheme pushed by the right-wing governor, the corporate establishment, out-of-state school profiteers… and Donald Trump! Then, to emphasize and expand on the state's commitment to quality public education, the legislature passed a $5,000 teacher pay raise.As a legislative leader from Starkville said after the senate vote: “Our public schools are the cornerstone of every community in this state, and this unanimous rejection sends a clear message: Mississippi will not abandon the students and families who depend on quality public education – no matter how much out-of-state money tries to buy our legislators.”To learn more about the uplifting “Mississippi Miracle” go to ACLU-MS.org.Jim Hightower's Lowdown is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jimhightower.substack.com/subscribe

In today's episode, I share with you a way of applying gratitude. 

Climate justice activist Mikaela Loach's 2025 book Climate is Just the Start tackles climate change with unflinching truth and hope. Anney and Samantha go over some themes and why this work is important.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synopsis:  Surviving and Thriving in Turbulent Times Third World Newsreel's Enduring Legacy This show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to LauraFlanders.org/donate Description: It's almost unheard of for an independent media collective to survive as long as Third World Newsreel has. Since 1968, they have chronicled some of the most pivotal movements in human history and continue to expand on their collection of over 700 titles. There's lots to learn about how they've adapted through technological revolutions, political persecutions, philanthropic booms and busts — and how the oldest media arts collective in the U.S. is making do in today's “media carnage”, as Laura Flanders puts it. Joining us are JT Takagi, an independent filmmaker, sound recordist, and the longtime executive director of Third World Newsreel. Tami Gold is an artist and activist whose documentaries grapple with everything from imperialism to sex work. Her films include My Country Occupied, Another Brother and Land Rain Fire among many more. Puerto Rican-born Juan Carlos Dávila works in film as well as TV, where he reports on social movements around environmentalism, militarism and the struggles of the working class on the island. His films include The Stand-By Generation, Viequez: An Endless Battle and Drills of Liberation. Join us as we look at the past, present and future of Third World Newsreel and ask how film can be used as a tool for organizing. “I'd say we feel more urgent now than ever before. Every day there's something happening that makes it clear that our rights and liberties, and people's lives all over the world are at stake. Not being in touch with the history and media that shows the truth of what's going on is really decimating people's ability to, as Juan said, know what to follow and what to do.” - JT Takagi “We need to retake the theater, the physical space that is being ignored by the corporations. Perhaps now that is the opportunity that we have . . . A theater is being rented by people who are organizers, and they're using their collective spirit and know-how to organize huge, huge crowds to come.” - Tami Gold “People can shoot stuff with the phone . . . I see a lot in Puerto Rico that people are still wanting to produce with the corporate industry standards. Many young filmmakers like myself tend to think that we need so many personnel to be doing films. Right now we can actually make films with less.” - Juan Carlos Dávila Guests: •  Juan Carlos Dávila: Documentary Filmmaker, Multimedia Journalist, Puerto Rico Correspondent, Democracy Now! •  Tami Gold: Filmmaker, Artist, Activist •  JT Takagi: Executive Director, Third World Newsreel   Watch on YouTube this episode that includes video clips referenced in this episode from Third World Newsreel; PBS World Channel 11:30am ET Sundays and on over 300 public stations across the country (check your listings, or search here via zipcode). Listen: Episode airing on community radio (check here to see if your station airs the show) & available as a podcast. Full Conversation Release: While our weekly shows are edited to time for broadcast on Public TV and community radio, we offer to our members and podcast subscribers the full uncut conversation.  Music Credit:  Music Credit: "Povenier" by Sotomayor from their album WABI SABI courtesy of Wonderwheel Recordings, 'Steppin' by Podington Bear, and original sound design by Jeannie Hopper Support Laura Flanders and Friends by becoming a member at https://www.patreon.com/c/lauraflandersandfriends   RESOURCES:   Full Episode Notes are located HERE. Related Laura Flanders Show Episodes: •  Dolores Huerta & Ellen Gavin: Creative Courage in the Face of Fascism- Watch / Listen:  Full Uncut Conversation and Episode Cut  •  BIPOC Press for the People: Bursting the Corporate Media Bubble- Watch / Listen: Episode Cut •  Meet the BIPOC Press: Is Worker-Owned Media the Future of Journalism?- Watch / Listen:  Episode Cut   Related Articles and Resources: •  Documentaries Ripped From the Headlines Are Becoming Harder to See, by Marc Tracy, December 18, 2024, The New York Times •  My Country Occupied, Documentary by Tami Gold •  La Generación Del Estanbai (The Standby Generation), Documentary by Juan C. Davila and Third World Newsreel, Trailer •  Why Frederick Wiseman Was the Greatest Documentary Filmmaker Ever, by Richard Brody, February, 17, 2026, The New Yorker •. Fredrick Weissman Filmmaker, Producer and Theater Director, Zipporah Films Inc •  Drills of Liberation, Documentary by Juan C. Davila •  Third World Newsreel (TWN) Brings Historic Newsreel Retrospective To BAM, Anthology Film Archives, And DOK Leipzig, October 2025, Third World Newsreel •  Have You Seen It Yet?  The Algorithm Problem In Movie Marketing, by Charity Maxson, January 27, 2026, TR!LL Laura Flanders and Friends Crew: Laura Flanders-Executive Producer, Writer; Sabrina Artel-Supervising Producer; Jeremiah Cothren-Senior Producer; Veronica Delgado-Video Editor, Janet Hernandez-Communications Director; Jeannie Hopper-Audio Director, Podcast & Radio Producer, Audio Editor, Sound Design, Narrator; Sarah Miller-Development Director, Nat Needham-Editor, Graphic Design emeritus; David Neuman-Senior Video Editor, and Rory O'Conner-Senior Consulting Producer. 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Midlife is being redefined at a moment when women are questioning outdated narratives around aging, productivity, and worth. As healthcare gaps widen and cultural messaging pushes anti-aging at all costs, many women are left wondering whether what they're experiencing is a breakdown or a breakthrough. In this episode, Kara Duffy sits down with Dr. Heidi Lescanec, Naturopathic Doctor and creator of the Pink Zones, to explore why menopause is not a crisis, but a recalibration - biologically, emotionally, and culturally. Heidi shares insights from her 20+ years in women's hormone health and her global research into communities where women thrive as they age with vitality and reverence. Together, they unpack the nervous system's role in longevity, the rewiring of the female brain during perimenopause, the research gaps in women's healthcare, and why middle-aged women are emerging as a powerful cultural and political force. This conversation examines what it means to move beyond symptom management, reclaim creative vitality, and redesign systems that honor women at every stage of life, not just their youth. The Powerful Ladies podcast, hosted by business coach and strategist Kara Duffy features candid conversations with entrepreneurs, creatives, athletes, chefs, writers, scientists, and more. Every Wednesday, new episodes explore what it means to lead with purpose, create with intention, and define success on your own terms. Whether you're growing a business, changing careers, or asking bigger questions, these stories remind you: you're not alone, and you're more powerful than you think. Explore more at thepowerfulladies.com and karaduffy.com. SUPPORT OUR GUEST: Insta: @drheidilescanec Website: thepinkzones.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drheidind/ YouTube: @Nourishing4Change Sustack: www.drheidilescanec.com FB: https://www.facebook.com/DrHeidiND 00:00 Introduction to the Guest: Dr. Heidi Lescanec 01:02 Heidi's Background in Naturopathic Medicine & Women's Hormone Health 02:45 Why Midlife Is a Recalibration — Not a Crisis 04:15 The Research Gaps in Women's Healthcare & Why They Matter 06:30 From Order to Disorder to Reorder: Rethinking Modern Medicine 09:10 Perimenopause, Brain Fog & the Rewiring Female Brain 12:40 Aging, Youth Culture & the Anti-Aging Narrative 15:30 Nervous System Regulation as a Foundation for Thriving 18:50 Why “Wellness” Feels Like a Full-Time Job 21:15 The Importance of How We Live — Not Just What We Do 24:20 Elders, Mentorship & Intergenerational Wisdom 28:30 Loneliness, Community & the Crisis of Disconnection 31:45 Inside the Pink Zones: The Seven Pillars of Thriving 34:50 Creative Vitality & Self-Expression After 40 38:10 Middle-Aged Women as a Cultural & Political Force 42:00 Wine Moms, Activism & Being “Too Loud” to Ignore 46:30 Post-Menopausal Zest & Reclaiming Power 50:15 Redesigning Systems to Support Women at Every Stage 54:40 Where to Find Heidi & Closing Reflections Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rachel Maddow considering the tradition associated with the State of the Union address in which one member of the president's Cabinet does not attend the event in case something happens that prevents everyone in attendance at the speech who would ordinarily be part of the presidential succession from being able to serve. But in Donald Trump's case, his Cabinet is so full of scandal and disgrace, designating a survivor seems impossible. Rep. Pat Ryan discusses rallying local resistance against Donald Trump's planned network of ICE prisons. Rachel Maddow reports on an important sign of light for the rule of law: federal judges losing patience with Donald Trump's Department of Justice for repeatedly defying orders, particularly in immigration cases.    Want more of Rachel? Check out the "Rachel Maddow Presents" feed to listen to all of her chart-topping original podcasts.To listen to all of your favorite MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today we touch on the works and activism of Ethiopian artist, photographer, and educator Aida Muluneh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What are the leadership qualities that inspire people to follow you? There is no shortage today of people in power leading through force and intimidation. This frightening reality should serve to remind us how essential it is that the people we choose to follow lead with empathy and compassion, not coercion.  Tamra Ryan is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and leadership expert who redefines what it means to lead with purpose and care. In this episode, she and I discuss how leaders can inspire a following through courage and conviction, as well as compassion. Tamra has a long history of empowering others to lead, and her perspectives and recommendations for what that requires are what we need to keep pushing for a better world, right now. Build your own “followship” with the virtues that really make an impact: Why it's just as important to give grace as it is to speak your mind; The four elements of leadership that capture hearts and minds; And how to stick to your convictions as a leader, even in today's delicate climate. Related Links: Learn more about Tamra - https://www.tamraryan.com/about Connect with Tamra on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/tamraryan/ Learn more about Women's Bean Project - https://www.womensbeanproject.com/ Learn more about the Common Sense Institute - https://www.commonsenseinstituteus.org/colorado/about/fellows/tamra---ryan Episode 352, “Self-Advocacy Hacks for a Toxic Workplace” - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode532 Episode 536, “Strategic Detachment: A Trend for Surviving and Thriving” - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode536 Episode 525, “Resisting Despair: Coping Tools For A Declining Democracy” - https://www.bossedup.org/podcast/episode525 SPEAK UP: A Live Assertive Communication Course -  https://www.bossedup.org/speakup Bossed Up Courage Community - https://www.facebook.com/groups/927776673968737/ Bossed Up LinkedIn Group - https://www.linkedin.com/groups/7071888/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Forkfest up in the air, please check forkfest.party through out the next month for updates :: The love of mediocrity is bad for human freedom :: Arguing the minutiae of freedom of movement with Skeeter :: Take Bonnie's dog, she will kill you :: Sarah brings up the 13 women buried in the desert near Epstein's Zorro Ranch in NM :: A bill that would just create more bureaucracy :: Which state is the biggest for human trafficking? :: Jay Noone and Colin call in to give live updates about the cartel violence in Puerto Vallarta :: We wouldn't have baby-eating pedos without the Federal Reserve, fiat money or the US Empire :: They're forcing you to give them your biometric data :: Pray for the people of Mexico and for the collapse of the fiat dollar :: Dave Ridley's new non-fiction series "Legends of the Free State" at RidleyReport.com coming soon :: 2026-02-22 Hosts: Bonnie, Rich E Rich, Riley

What is grooming and how do you recognize it? Anney and Samantha break it down in this classic.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode #564 of Drunk Ex-Pastors begins with some banter about Joe Rogan and some Oscar-nominated films, which leads into a discussion about watching our generation slowly get older. We briefly talk about James Franco's apparent un-cancelation, and then address Billie Eilish's recent controversial remarks. We turn our attention to Trump's intentions for both Greenland and Venezuela, and then respond to a content creator's thoughts about becoming too conscious to be able to enjoy simple things anymore.

Joby Weeks wants his freedom :: AI precrime :: Trump tariffs :: revisionist history :: the aim of religions :: Sarah in NM calls about the addition of "pedestrian safety" focus to driver ed in NM :: CIA manufacturing case against Venezuela's new president in case she "derails" :: SBF wants a new trial :: caller from Mesa talks about goldbacks :: historic value of metal monies :: Epstein influence over UAE leaders on behalf of Israel :: 2026-02-21 Hosts: Stu, Riley

It's a truth universally acknowledged. For this month's book club, we dig into issues of class, gentrification, prejudice, sisterhood, coming of age, family, home and love with Ibi Zoboi's 2019 novel Pride: A Pride and Prejudice Remix. Anney and Samantha share their different takes based on their differing familiarities with Jane Austen's work in this classic episode.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Rachel Maddow shares highlights from a judge's remarks in rejecting Donald Trump's power to dismantle a national monument i Philadelphia to hide the fact that George Washington owned slaves. The judge compared Trump's censorious "anti-woke" edict to the mission of the Ministry of Truth in George Orwell's 1984.Independent journalist Georgia Fort talks with Rachel Maddow about ICE harassment of media and activists.Rachel Maddow reviews the latest batch of terrible poll numbers for Donald Trump, including on issues that are meant to be his political strength, and points out that his familiar trick of making empty promises he has no idea how to keep are insufficient distraction from the cruelty of ICE and the paucity of his economic ideas that are turning Americans against him.New Hampshire State Rep. Wendy Thomas joins to discuss the fight against a new ICE prison in the town of Merrimack, New Hampshire and the waffling indecision by Republican governor, Kelly Ayotte. Want more of Rachel? Check out the "Rachel Maddow Presents" feed to listen to all of her chart-topping original podcasts.To listen to all of your favorite MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.