In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into strategies for building resilience, creating community, and thriving amidst social and political upheaval. They discuss creative resistance tactics, managing privilege in allyship, and ways to support mutual aid efforts at local and national levels. From anti-capitalist holiday shopping to the power of small, purposeful actions, this conversation is packed with ideas for meaningful change. Becky and Taina also explore how we can set boundaries with media and social media for mental health and make values-aligned decisions for the holidays.

Discussed in This Episode

• Practical ways to participate in mutual aid and community support
• Creative resistance strategies and preparing for social activism
• The impact of reducing news and social media consumption
• Leaving Meta and transitioning to BlueSky for more intentional engagement
• Anti-capitalist approaches to holiday spending and gift-giving
• Ways to support marginalized communities through direct action
• Managing privilege in social justice work and creating safe community spaces
• Using Signal and encrypted apps for secure organizing and resource sharing
• Insights from My Grandmother’s Hands on somatic healing and conflict management
• Reflections on Patricia Hill Collins' Matrix of Domination
  
  

Resources Mentioned

• Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler
• My Grandmother’s Hands by Resmaa Menakem
• Black Feminist Thought by Patricia Hill Collins
• Bluesky
• Signal

In this episode, Becky and Taina discuss the ethical and environmental concerns surrounding artificial intelligence. Reflecting on the impact of AI on content creation and business, they dig into the unsettling future AI could bring if unchecked. From Google's Notebook LM to ChatGPT, they explore the role of ethics, climate change, and mindful usage in navigating AI’s complex landscape.

Discussed in This Episode:

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• Google's Notebook LM and its potential applications
• The ethics of AI in podcasting and content creation
• The environmental impact of AI, including water consumption
• AI's potential biases and limitations
• AI’s influence on social media and attention economy
• The need for mindful and intentional tech usage
• Personal and community-driven approaches to using AI responsibly

Resources Mentioned:

• Sophia Noble's Algorithms of Oppression: https://amzn.to/40xGvVu
• Google Notebook LM: https://notebooklm.google/
• ChatGPT: https://chatgpt.com/

In this special post-election episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the emotional impact of the recent election, exploring how communities can heal and find resilience amidst political trauma. Joined by pleasure activist Goddess Erica, the episode includes a powerful grounding meditation for self-care and stress relief. This practice is designed to center the mind, reconnect with purpose, and empower listeners as they navigate the emotional challenges of the current political climate. Becky and Taina also discuss the importance of white allyship, accountability, and intersectional feminism in the wake of voting outcomes, highlighting the need for unity, reflection, and action.

Discussed in This Episode:

• Emotional impact of post-election trauma on communities
• The complexities of racism, misogyny, and white allyship in politics
• Guided meditation led by Goddess Erica for grounding and stress relief
• Intersectional feminism as a foundation for mindful activism
• Navigating accountability within white allyship
• Personal reflections on post-election stress, resilience, and the path forward
• The importance of voting and community support in social justice movements
• Exploring the Deepa Iyer Social Change Map and roles in activism

Resources Mentioned:

• Goddess Erica’s Website and Instagram
• Building Movement Project Social Change Ecosystem Map
• Building Movement Project Post-Election Toolkit
• Manifest Your Dream Life free group coaching experience signup: Nov 9 and Nov 17
• Practicing New Worlds by Andrea J. Ritchie