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How to Survive the End of the World

How to Survive the End of the World
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Join Autumn Brown and adrienne maree brown, two sisters who share many identities, as writers, activists, facilitators, and inheritors of multiracial diasporic lineages, as well as a particular interest in the question of survival, as we embark on a podcast that delves into the practices we need as a community, to move through endings and to come out whole on the other side, whatever that might be... more

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The sisters are thrilled to welcome soul activist, Francis Weller to the show. They discuss how engaging with grief and shame is essential, the necessary process of the long dark, and how descent leads to self-discovery.

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Recent Guests

Francis Weller
Retired psychotherapist, writer, and soul activist.
Wisdom Bridge
Episode: The Long Dark with Francis Weller
Huwaida Arraf
Palestinian-American activist involved in the Gaza Freedom Flotilla
Gaza Freedom Flotilla Coalition
Episode: A Ride On the Freedom Flotilla with Huwaida Arraf⁠ and ⁠Chris Smalls ⁠
Chris Smalls
Labor organizer and activist known for pushing against Amazon
Formerly with Amazon Labor Union
Episode: A Ride On the Freedom Flotilla with Huwaida Arraf⁠ and ⁠Chris Smalls ⁠
Rebecca Solnit
Prolific writer and long-time climate and human rights activist.
Oil Change International and Third Act
Episode: The Revolution Will Be Incremental with Rebecca Solnit
Chinyere Tutashinda
Community organizer and activist discussing direct action and solidarity
BlackOUT Collective
Episode: The Illusion of a Clear, Direct Path to Freedom with Chinyere Tutashinda and Rico Sisney
Rico Sisney
Community organizer and activist discussing direct action and solidarity
BlackOUT Collective
Episode: The Illusion of a Clear, Direct Path to Freedom with Chinyere Tutashinda and Rico Sisney
Devin Atallah
Incredible poet and writer involved with Palestinian activism
Episode: A Palestinian Love Story with Devin Atallah and Sarah Ihmoud
Sarah Ihmoud
Activist and academic exploring decolonial love
Episode: A Palestinian Love Story with Devin Atallah and Sarah Ihmoud
Dean Spade
A queer and trans activist who works on abolition, mutual aid, and accountability.
Author
Episode: How to Build Relationships, Hook Up, and Raise Hell, Together with Dean Spade

Hosts

Autumn Brown
Co-host, a queer science fiction writer, theologian, and a healing justice facilitator. She is recognized for her engaging discussions on community and resilience, with a focus on solidarity economies.
adrienne maree brown
Co-host, a black queer witch writer, activist, and facilitator, known for her deep insights into love, grief, and community resilience. She embodies themes of cultural and healing practices in her work.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • A Lifeline, A Laughline, A Transformative Justice Line

    The amount that I value the gift of being able to tap in with the Brown Sisters in this regular way is really immeasurable. I find this podcast challenging in all the right ways, comforting (I often laugh along with them), and just good meaningful nourishment for living through these times we live in. A thousand stars! Thank you, adrienne and Autumn!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    soularbear
    United States2 months ago
  • Love

    this pod is a love-portal kaiden with connection, truth, and community. thank you for your amazing dedication and work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandy Fer
    United States2 months ago
  • Thank you

    I learn so much from listening to this show, including about how to keep better showing up in community with others and continually course correct. This show also helps ground my body— I am so grateful to adrienne and Autumn and their incredible guests for all they do.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gratefulforthispodcast
    United States2 months ago
  • autumn and adrienne are so cool

    this podcast got me through the pandemic + introduced me to different ways of thinking abt the world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    rue lehman
    United States2 months ago
  • This show gave me hope and clarity

    Listening to these powerful sisters share and convene important conversations with so many others helped me gain new inspiration, learn, be moved, reflect and lean into showing up and not giving in to fear and passivity in this moment. Thank you for spreading courage, humility, resilience and defiance in these dark times!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leon Miller 576
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners highlight the authentic connection and profound insights shared by the hosts, often referring to the podcast as a source of comfort, inspiration, and community care.
The deep discussions on resilience and social justice resonate strongly with the audience, who appreciate the blend of vulnerability and humor in navigating complex topics.
Many express gratitude for the healing nature of the conversations, noting that they feel nourished and supported through engaging with both hosts and guests.

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The Long Dark with Francis Weller
Q: I was wondering if you could talk about what provoked you into grief work.
Francis shares that he never volunteered for the position but was conscripted early on in his life through personal family experiences, which shaped his understanding of grief.
The Sisters Answer Your Questions On Battlestar Galactica, Artistic Expression and The 5 Universal Postpartum Needs
Q: How are you both doing with the five universal postpartum needs? Any news on current daily practices or managing social media / news consumption?
Both hosts reflect on their spiritual companionship, the need for nourishing food, physical touch, and the challenges they face with extended rest, especially in relation to social media.
A Ride On the Freedom Flotilla with Huwaida Arraf⁠ and ⁠Chris Smalls ⁠
Q: What can people do to support the Freedom Flotilla?
Huwaida and Chris mentioned contacting the Freedom Flotilla Coalition and supporting their efforts through sharing content and being involved in local activism.
A Ride On the Freedom Flotilla with Huwaida Arraf⁠ and ⁠Chris Smalls ⁠
Q: Can you explain the history of the flotilla?
Huwaida explained that it began in 2006 due to punitive restrictions on Gaza and evolved into a campaign to challenge Israel's naval blockade through international solidarity.
A Ride On the Freedom Flotilla with Huwaida Arraf⁠ and ⁠Chris Smalls ⁠
Q: What brought you to the Palestine Solidarity Movement?
Huwaida discussed her Palestinian-American background and the responsibility she felt to advocate for her fellow Palestinians after witnessing atrocities firsthand.

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2. Huwaida Arraf
3. Chris Smalls
4. Rebecca Solnit
5. Chinyere Tutashinda
6. Rico Sisney
7. Devin Atallah
8. Sarah Ihmoud

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