changemakers

In a time when people are working to better understand systems of oppression and address issues that can seem daunting, folks are left asking the question: What can I do to make an impact? Sharon is joined by speaker and #1 New York Times bestselling author, Ijeoma Oluo, for a conversation to set listeners on a path of how to do important work, right where you are. There is work that is accessible to all of us, and her new book, Be a Revolution, highlights practical and tangible ways to work for intersectional racial equity. Join us for both practical tools, and an encouraging call for action. 

Special thanks to our guest, Ijeoma Oluo, for joining us today. 

Host/ Executive Producer: Sharon McMahon

Audio Producer: Jenny Snyder 

Production Coordinator: Andrea Champoux

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On today’s episode, Sharon welcomes back Danielle Coke Balfour, who you may know as founder and illustrator of “Oh Happy Dani.” Sharon chats with Dani about her new book, “A Heart on Fire: 100 Meditations on Loving Your Neighbors Well.” At a time when it’s easy to become overwhelmed with the 24-hour news cycle and information overload, Danielle pauses and shares that it’s important to, “let each day be the evidence of a heart on fire,” by living in alignment with your values. In her book, she helps reframe the daunting realities of daily life by identifying common themes, and focusing on tending to our own important work, in the season we’re in, to better serve the whole. 

Special thanks to our guest, Danielle Coke Balfour, for joining us today.

Host/Executive Producer: Sharon McMahon

Guest: Danielle Coke Balfour

Audio Producer: Jenny Snyder

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Ezra is out sick, so today, we're sharing an episode from the New York Times Opinion podcast, “First Person.” Each week, the host Lulu Garcia-Navarro sits down with people living through the headlines for intimate and surprising conversations that help us make sense of our complicated world. This episode features Maurice Mitchell, the head of the Working Families Party.

Mitchell has been an organizer for two decades, working in progressive politics and the Movement for Black Lives. In recent years, he’s watched progressive organizations torn apart by internal battles in the wake of #MeToo and B.L.M. Now he is speaking out about how he sees purity politics and a misplaced focus on identity derailing the left.

You can find transcripts (posted midday) and more information for all episodes at nytimes.com/column/first-person.

The episode was produced by Wyatt Orme, with help from Derek Arthur. It was edited by Stephanie Joyce and Kaari Pitkin. Mixing by Sonia Herrero and Isaac Jones. Original music by Isaac Jones, Sonia Herrero, Pat McCusker and Carole Sabouraud. Fact-checking by Mary Marge Locker and Kate Sinclair. The rest of the “First Person” team includes Anabel Bacon, Olivia Natt, Rhiannon Corby, Sophia Alvarez Boyd, Derek Arthur and Jillian Weinberger. Special thanks to Kristina Samulewski, Shannon Busta, Allison Benedikt, Annie-Rose Strasser and Katie Kingsbury.

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Activism is a tough job, especially for young people yearning for immediate change -- something climate activist Melati Wijsen has learned over ten years of pushing for environmental protection, starting at age 12 in her home on the island of Bali, Indonesia. How can young changemakers acquire the skills they need and keep from burning out? Wijsen offers three pieces of advice for anybody seeking to make lasting, sustainable progress.

In this episode, Sharon is joined by Elsie Larson, creator of A Beautiful Mess, to share the story of Senator Margaret Chase Smith, a Maine woman who refused to take no for an answer. Margaret Chase Smith was the first woman in U.S history to hold a seat in both houses of Congress. With nearly 40 years in office, Senator Smith's career is marked with incredible achievements, such as being responsible for the U.S moon landing and being the first woman to run for U.S president. Known for her political courage, honesty and integrity, she is a hero of democracy. Join Sharon and Elsie as they uncover the remarkable story of Margaret Chase Smith and why she gave Maine - as well as the rest of America - so many reasons to be proud.

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Doug Henwood weighs in on the GameStop stock surge, Roy Wood Jr. talks to African political scholars about America's democratic crisis, and Regina King discusses "One Night in Miami."

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There is only ONE WAY to change the world. In this episode, I am going to tell you how!

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There are a lot of opportunities for you to maximize your gifts and utilize them to create your own business. The difficulty lies in the execution and consistency. Today’s podcast , My good friend and I, Ryan Tillman, shares his perspective on the current state of the United States as a Black Police Officer. Additionally, sharing how he created he became a successful entrepreneur while serving as a police officer. There is a ton of wisdom in this one so enjoy ! 

Here’s what you’ll discover:

4:30 - The Media and how it desensitizes our perspectives

7:50 - The Entrepreneur vs The Wantrepreneur

21:50 - Two Principles that are Essential to success

34:00 - Emphasis on the importance of sales , especially for the youth ! 

41:00 - Ryan Explains how the power of choice and opportunity regardless of race

“If you wait until you’re fully ready, then you are never going to launch ”

“You’re not going to find the right time, You’re never going to have all the right information, you will never be fully experienced , so just do consistently“

“You make time for the things you value and find excuses for those that you dont.”

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The United States and the World are experiencing trying times of historical magnitude. Today’s podcast is here to give you an incredible perspective from Bedros and Navy SEAL Remi on the state of the world, racism , and the impacts of our situation on business. 

Here’s what you’ll discover:

06:20 - Addressing George Floyd’s death and how things need to change

17:45 - The issue faced with political parties and the extreme loyalty side effect

22:10 - Remi’s deep dive perspective on what being Black in America looks like 

25:00 - Bedros’ story with carjacking in connection to racial stigmas developed from experiences

31:00 - The objective analysis of human behavior and how this may be impacting the way we take in information 

33:45 - The media,  it’s goals and why we are so hooked into it 

“Racism itself is another pandemic”

“The media’s job is to sell adspace and serve political agendas..”

“Our past experiences strongly form our current beliefs”

- Bedros Keuilian

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NBA Hall of Famer and "Becoming Kareem" author Kareem Abdul-Jabbar compares Colin Kaepernick's protest to his own travails as a socially engaged athlete.

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On this episode, I talk about how your reaction to other people’s gender-based discrimination may be impacting your emotional state and creating unnecessary suffering and drama in your mind. I explain how judging, resisting or resenting others for their thoughts actually keeps you stuck in the constant loop of judging yourself.

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