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Social justice movements aren’t separate from everyday life. They’re shaped by it. Timothy Hughes explores how history, empathy, and daily choices influence real change and what it actually means to show up.
From critical thinking and media literacy to grassroots organizing and civic engagement, educator and podcaster, Len Assante, offers practical steps for making a difference—starting right where you are.
Brandi Fleck and Emerson Wright unpack the chilling realities of today’s political and legal climate, from targeted executive orders and academic freedom under threat to the quiet erosion of civil liberties and legal protections. They explore how lawyers actually work behind the scenes to uphold society—and why now more than ever, everyday citizens need to pay attention and take action.
The Founding Fathers never saw political parties coming—and that one oversight may be tearing the country apart today. We get into that (and so much more) in this conversation with historian Grady Eades. Get ready to rethink everything you learned in school.
From college newspaper revolutionist to Tennessee political insider, Matt shares his unique perspective on where democracy stands today, the growing threats to civil rights, and how everyday citizens can reclaim power in the face of political aggression.
Veteran journalist Pat Embry shares his 50 years of experience inside the evolution of journalism, the use of propaganda, and how to find the truth in a world full of misinformation.
For years, many people believed the law was steadily moving us forward. That assumption is getting harder to defend. A law professor shares what’s changed, what still matters, and how they think about the role of the legal system now.
Long before social media, Clif Doyal was already witnessing how politics can strain relationships. He reflects on the Vietnam War era, integrated bands in the 1970s, and losing connections over political division.