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Pod Save the People

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Donald Trump
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Poverty
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Income Inequality
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On Pod Save The People, host DeRay Mckesson explores social justice, culture, politics – and the various ways they all collide – with cohosts Myles E. Johnson and Sharhonda Bossier. Each Tuesday, the crew digs into the current events driving the political discourse – bringing cultural context, actionable insights, and a hot take or two – to help empower listeners to engage as thoughtful members of... more

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Recent Guests

Brandon Terry
Harvard professor and author
Harvard University
Episode: The American Tragedy w/ Brandon Terry
Brian Goldstone
Author and journalist focused on Social Justice and homelessness
Episode: The Cost of Survival w/ Brian Goldstone
Beth Shelburne
Independent journalist and writer covering the Alabama prison system
Episode: The Alabama Solution & The Fiction of Fair Consequence
Andrew Jarecki
Co-director of The Alabama Solution
HBO Max
Episode: The Alabama Solution & The Fiction of Fair Consequence
Charlotte Kaufman
Co-director of The Alabama Solution
HBO Max
Episode: The Alabama Solution & The Fiction of Fair Consequence
LaShawn Harris
Author and historian
Michigan State University
Episode: Democracy for Sale w/ LaShawn Harris
Dr. John B. King, Jr.
Former Secretary of Education and author of Teacher by Teacher
State University of New York
Episode: Survival of the Schooling w/ Dr. John B. King, Jr.
Tre Johnson
Writer on race, culture, and politics; author of Black Genius.
Episode: Black Genius in a World on Fire w/ Tre Johnson
Saul Williams
Director, poet, and actor
Neptune Frost
Episode: Dreaming Beyond the Now w/ Saul Williams & Anisia Uzeyman

Hosts

DeRay Mckesson
Host of discussions on social justice, politics, and culture, emphasizing community engagement and advocacy.
Myles E. Johnson
Co-host engaging in conversations on politics, social justice, and cultural critiques.
Sharhonda Bossier
Co-host contributing insights on political discourse and cultural context with a focus on marginalized communities.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 9.7k ratings
  • Preaching, always

    For me, Sharhonda B consistently drops gems. Most recently I giggled at her reflection on “if your praise and worship team is 6 people and an acoustic guitar, dont invite me”. This is me.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ZJLord
    United States2 months ago
  • My fave Crooked Media podcast

    This podcast is underrated, definitely a hidden gem among the many great podcasts Crooked Media puts out. DeRay, Sharhonda and Myles are great hosts! I find their thoughts very refreshing and authentic overall.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJS718
    United States2 months ago
  • Not Always Grounded

    I enjoy the lens provided by all of the hosts with the varying POVs. With that being said ….many comments and assessments of the current state are devoid of actual ability to be achieved in a country where Black & Brown people only represent 14% of the population. So passionately advocating for far left concepts seem intellectually legitimate….but concurrently unrealistic without the non-black & brown communities allow it. So…good convo. Not actionable in any way.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    New Invest-or
    United States2 months ago
  • Not fun anymore ...

    I was a big fan of the show because it was smart, had substance, and the hosts were fun and relatable. While it's still smart and deals with topics of substance, the tone is completely different now. The loss of Kaya and her wise, pragmatically positive spirit can't be overstated. She provided a thoughtful, grounded voice that is sorely missed. One of the hosts is tripling down on hyper-cynical nothing matters vibes... and it's not enlightening or entertaining.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AKA Queen Mab
    United States3 months ago
  • what a pod

    myles for president

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Leonsssss
    United States4 months ago

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The hosts' engagement and relatable perspectives are highlighted as key strengths.
Critiques mention a desire for more upliftment of lesser-known stories rather than following mainstream narratives.
Listeners appreciate the genuine discussions and actionable insights on social issues.

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#130
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#248
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#123
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#150
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#209
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The Cost of Survival w/ Brian Goldstone
Q: What solutions can we implement for homelessness?
Solutions include preventing homelessness by strengthening tenant protections and treating housing as a basic human right similar to education.
The Cost of Survival w/ Brian Goldstone
Q: What is homelessness?
Homelessness is defined as not having a home or access to stable shelter. It's not just about mental illness or addiction, but mainly about the lack of affordable housing.
Democracy for Sale w/ LaShawn Harris
Q: What advice do you have for this new generation of people coming to this issue?
LaShawn emphasized the importance of telling complete stories of state violence victims and connecting these events to larger systemic issues.
Democracy for Sale w/ LaShawn Harris
Q: What happens with her family following this?
Harris discusses the family dynamics and the toll activism took on Eleanor Bumpurs' daughter, Mary, who became a reluctant activist after her mother's murder, reflecting on the emotional impact and public scrutiny they faced.
Democracy for Sale w/ LaShawn Harris
Q: How did you get to the story of Ms. Bumpus, Grandma Bumpus?
LaShawn Harris explains that Eleanor lived across the street from her in the Bronx, and her murder impacted the community deeply, influencing her academic focus on local history and police violence.

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1. Brandon Terry
2. Brian Goldstone
3. Beth Shelburne
4. Andrew Jarecki
5. Charlotte Kaufman
6. LaShawn Harris
7. Dr. John B. King, Jr.
8. Tre Johnson

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