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🎙️ [Preview] Texas-Sized Stories: Christian Nationalism & the Republican Party

MAR 30, 20267 MIN
the roots of change podcast

🎙️ [Preview] Texas-Sized Stories: Christian Nationalism & the Republican Party

MAR 30, 20267 MIN

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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 this week, we stay in Southwest Texas to talk about the rise of christian nationalism, Republican Messaging strategies, and the complex web of the early history of the U.S. Bear hits the streets of Marfa, TX to reflect on small town, rural life and how we can empower the people politically and socially. Watch today's preview on YouTube or PeerTube.In the EpisodeChristian Nationalism and settler colonialismJesus' teachings vs. MAGABeing two spirit and beyond genderInside Elon Musks's Election StrategyBreaking down Republican votersDemocrat's Messaging Failures in 2024 🌱 Become a Seedling Member Today! Get more behind-the-scenes action from our trip and go deeper with activists & organizers at just $2/month.References / Resources📚 Things fall apart by Chinua Achebe🎬 Dazed and Confused (1993)🌱 Reawakening to Indigenous Queer Wisdom🎬 Giant (1956)✊🏽 Stop the Bloated Billionaire Bill with People Power📚 The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity, and Love by bell hooks🌍 MAGA Morphing of the Grand Old Party (GOP)Grow with Healthy Media:Explore healthy media & techBecome a Seedling MemberSupport independent media & assist an activistAmplify Grounded Activism🎬 Watch on YouTube or PeerTubeSubscribe to our weekly digest(s)Follow us on Mastodon, PeerTube, & BlueSkyBypass the algos on YouTube, Instagram, & TikTokJoin our secure Signal broadcast channelAccess Private Podcast FeedMentioned in this episode:Access Private Podcast FeedJoin Our Road Trippin' for ChangeIf you want to join us for the whole trip, become a Seedling Member starting at $2/month. You'll get full video and audio access to our trip and our archive of private podcasts and a whole resource library. Become a Member