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Today we are making the space to celebrate the imminent confirmation of the first Black woman to serve on the Supreme Court, Ketanji Brown Jackson. And joining us for our interview is teacher, activist, strategist and organizer, Reggie Hubbard. He doesn’t tell us his reason for hope today. Instead he gives us, and you, a way to find our own. Mentioned in this Episode: ActivePeaceYoga.com

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Today we wrap up this year and look forward to the next with Swing Left’s Head of Political Strategy, Neisha Blandin. It’s the perfect way to take stock of where we are in the fight for our Democracy and How We Win in 2022!

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Today we talk, Build Back Better, unions, whistleblowers and Virginia! And joining us to help us talk about Virginia is Air Force veteran and candidate for Virginia House of Delegates, Katie Sponsler. All of that plus our Reasons for Hope.

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More Republicans are subpoenaed by the Justice Department, the J6 Committee announces another must-see-tv hearing, and Lindsey Graham reminds us all that he used to be the absolute worst… But with the midterms rapidly approaching, we are going to stay focused and talk strategy, messaging, and yes… polling with Democratic strategist and pollster, Cornell Belcher! Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve  @HowWeWinPod Sign Up to be a poll worker: https://www.eac.gov/help-america-vote How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin www.howwewinpod.com

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We know you are out there talking to voters, knocking on doors, making phone calls, and doing what it takes for us to win on November 8th. So today we help you present your closing argument for the midterms! Steve and Jenifer are talking all about messaging that works, with the help of communications guru and host of the “Words To Win By” podcast, Anat Shenker-Osorio! Election Protection: www.Protectthevote.net Vote Forward: www.Votefwd.org Messaging Resources: www.Wedecide22.com Gaslit Nation Phone bank for Christy Smith: www.mobilize.us/christyforcongress/event/531852/ www.HowWeWinFund.org Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we are celebrating the huge win out of Georgia in the Senate Runoff! Thanks to the work of organizers, a great candidate in Rev. Warnock, and the perseverance of Georgia voters, Democrats will go into 2023 with a larger Senate majority than we have had in the last 2 years, 51-49. And we still have a little bit of time left in Congress’ hopefully, not-so-lame duck session, so joining us to talk about our legislative opportunities and how we make the most of them, is co-founder and co-director of Indivisible, Leah Greenberg! www.indivisible.org Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Democracy is hanging by a thread, but our work as citizens is about being resilient and persistent so that together, we can build the future we want to see. That’s why we’re launching The Practivist Pod — the practice of activism made practical.

If you’re looking for ways to get engaged, or just looking for ways to stay sane… we want to help you navigate what comes next. It’s an exciting collaboration with political dynamo Jess Craven, author of the Chop Wood Carry Water newsletter, and grassroots organizer Steve Pierson, host of the How We Win podcast. Each week on The Practivist Pod, we’ll share important conversations with changemakers, give you practical ways to make an impact, have some fun, and inspire hope.

This is more than a podcast — it's a place for our community to grow our practice of advocacy for justice, equity, and progress. Action is the best antidote for anxiety, and joy is a revolutionary act, so subscribe to The Practivist Pod today.

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Joining us today to help get us fired up about this fall's election is Virginia Delegate Nancy Guy. She’s got an incredible story about running for office in the town she grew up in and how she made it through a squeaker of a race. But first we are joined by actor, history buff, and Virginia native son, Diedrich Bader. With an incredible story of his own about growing up in a political family, Diedrich helps us break down the week, and shares what gives him hope.

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Today we have a special mini-pod message for our listeners and some news about Season 5 of the “Official Podcast of the Persistence!” Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com www.piersonforca.com

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Today we celebrate International Women’s Day with a woman who has been breaking barriers and leading in California for decades. Former CA State Controller and current Vice Chair of the California Democratic Party, Betty Yee! Not Above the Law Rallies Write Letters for Wisconsin Supreme Court Election https://www.unrepresentative18.org/?utm_source=email&utm_medium=20230307 Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com www.piersonforca.com

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Today, as we continue to be horrified by Putin’s war on the Ukraine and inspired by the Ukrainian and Russian resistance, we are going to focus on how we get our information, what messages get through to voters, and how we fight against propaganda and lies. Joining us to explain how the media landscape has changed, is someone who has been successfully fighting fake news and is building a new media infrastructure for the truth, founder of Good Information Inc, Courier Newsroom, and Acronym, Tara McGowan. Mentioned in this Episode: Daily Kos Ukraine relief fund

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We have a special post State of the Union episode today! Biden really knocked it out of the park with this historic speech so we will break it down. Joining us to help us analyze the messages and let us know how we can keep amplifying them, is one of the Democratic Party’s leading political strategists and pollsters, Celinda Lake. Wisconsin Supreme Court Race https://swingleft.org/p/wisconsin-supreme-court Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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It’s our 100th episode! Mariah and Steve talk about what they've learned from 100 interviews and 100 reasons for hope. We also talk Statehouses, with Virginia State Senator Jennifer McClellan. She talks about what it was like (trying to) legislate under republican control, what it’s been like since we gained the Democratic trifecta, and why it is so important to hold on to the majority there this November.

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Today we are talking to the man who is on the front lines of election and voting rights litigation, fighting against the GOP’s efforts to suppress our votes, and fighting for our democracy. He is the founder of Democracy Docket, and is truly THE expert on election law. Of course, we are talking about Marc Elias. We talk about the work he’s doing on redistricting, the Supreme Court's anti-democracy decision on voting rights, and how we can all support his important work.

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Voting in the midterms is over and we are still standing! While we still don’t know all the results, and control over the House and Senate hangs on a few outstanding races, this election was a clear repudiation of the MAGA republicans. To help put it all into perspective, we hear from someone who is the definition of persistence, organizing icon Heather Booth. Nevada Ballot Cure Phone Bank: https://www.mobilize.us/demvictorynv/event/542812/ Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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There is so much justice and hypocrisy happening this week, it’s hard to unpack it all, so we are going to stay focused on what it means for our democracy to win the midterms and what we can do right now to make sure that happens. Joining Steve with some hope, anger, and jokes, is the co-host of “We're Speaking” and “The Game We’re In” on Lincoln Project TV, Maya May! Vote Forward’s letter writing week of action Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @HowWeWinPod @mayaonstage How We Win Fund: www.HowWeWinFund.com www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we talk about the Jan. 6 insurrection co-conspirators, the Facebook papers, and election week! (Virginia of course but also all over the country). And we go deep into digital organizing with activist, writer and Executive Director of DemCast, Nick Knudsen. All that plus our reasons for hope.

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There are some bombshell revelations coming from Dominion’s defamation suit against Fox that won’t really surprise you at all, and Biden is taking it straight to the GOP as we all prepare for another fight to save our health care. Then Steve talks to someone who is on a mission to bring back civics education to schools at all levels, the Founder and Executive Director of “We Are Voters,” Kim Moffat. wearevoters.org www.losefoxnews.com Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com www.PiersonForCA.com

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Today Steve and Mariah discuss the escalating tensions in the Ukraine, and the escalating troubles for the Trump crime family. Then, joining us for our interview is Rhode Island Senator Sheldon Whitehouse! If you’ve heard anyone in the Senate talk about the insidious influence of dark money, it’s probably been him. We are going to help him shine a light on its corrupting and corrosive effect on our Democracy. Mentioned in this episode: Swing Left Weekend of Action

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Today we are grappling with yet another unimaginable tragedy that has now become commonplace in a country that values guns more than children’s lives. Then, joining us for our interview is “the guy who got the midterms right” Democratic campaign strategist, Simon Rosenberg, who talks to us about what is needed to overcome MAGA Republicans in 2024 and beyond. www.SwingLeft.org  Hopium Chronicles with Simon Rosenberg Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we talk about the leaked SCOTUS decision on Roe v. Wade, what it means for other “settled” laws, and why, yet again, we are facing the most important election of our lives. And joining us to help us understand all of those things is someone who has been fighting for women’s rights her entire career. Democratic strategist and DNC member, Christine Pelosi. Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve and @Mariah_Craven www.howwewinpod.com

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Today, the GOP finally releases a platform to run on for the midterms and it's… exactly what you think... Q has been unveiled and turns out… it’s exactly who you think… And Trump’s new social media twitter rip off has launched and it’s going… well you know… Mariah and Steve discuss it all and then are joined by Congressional candidate Christy Smith. The district she’s running in is one of our best hopes for flipping a House seat from red to blue. It's an important part of the strategy to hold onto the Democratic majority in the midterms. Mentioned in this episode: www.christyforcongress.org, and www.votefwd.org

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Today we discuss the economy, our economic recovery, how strong it is, and how people actually feel about it. And McCarthy just launched an impeachment inquiry… Then, joining us for our interview for a really interesting convo about land use and parking, is the author of “Paved Paradise: How Parking Explains the World”, Henry Grabar! https://fridaysforfuture.org/ Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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As we near the end of this wild year we are celebrating some incredible milestones. Biden has signed the Respect for Marriage Act, Karen Bass is sworn in as the first woman Mayor of Los Angeles, and Elon Musk is booed off the stage in San Francisco. It’s been a good week! We still have a lot to do and one of the most pressing issues of our time is the epidemic of gun violence in America. To talk about the work we’ve done and what we can still do together is the founder of “Moms Demand Action”, Shannon Watts! momsdemandaction.org www.everytown.org/solutions Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Today’s guest is an expert in misinformation who knows how to manipulate people to believe and act on suggestions that he places in their minds. He’s not a republican operative, but he is a world renown mentalist, magician, pickpocket, and mind reader… so he acts like a republican operative, but strictly for entertainment purposes. It’s mentalist and magician, Ken Salaz! Ken joins us to talk about misinformation and mind control and what we can do to recognize and counter the GOP’s messaging.

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This is part two of our special 5 part series to make sure you have the knowledge and tools to make an impact on, yet again… the most important election of our lives! We are joined by Ross Morales Rocketto, the co-founder of Run for Something and lead organizer for White Dudes for Harris. We have a thoughtful conversation about how we can win with white men and also help shift the perceptions of masculinity in America.

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Today Trump is indicted...again! We talk about effective messaging around his now three criminal indictments. And joining us for our very timely interview is former Impeachment manager and Representative for California’s 14th congressional district, Eric Swalwell! Volunteer for Ohio Special Election Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101 www.howwewinpod.com Chop Wood Carry Water

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Today we are staying focused on our work to make sure republicans don’t default on our debt, don’t keep censoring and banning books, and don’t continue to take away our freedoms and autonomy! And joining us to talk about the Latino vote in 2024 is strategist and communications expert, Kristian Ramos! Indivisible Call Tool Text DEFAULT to the number 59798 www.PiersonForCA.com Blue Tennessee (part of the Every State Blue initiative) everystateblue.org. SURJ (Showing Up For Racial Justice) https://surj.org/ Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101 www.howwewinpod.com Chop Wood Carry Water

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Today we talk about the future of Twitter, a treasure trove of January 6 text messages, and Trump fined $10,000 a day! We’ll tell you why... And speaking of Trump, joining us for our interview is Ruth Ben-Ghiat, an expert on how fascism, authoritarian leaders, and propaganda have threatened democracies throughout history – including now. Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve and @Mariah_Craven www.howwewinpod.com

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Let’s call him the Avenger of Virginia! Joining us today is Delegate Joshua Cole. After losing a race by just 73 votes in 2017, he organized and made a big comeback in 2019, helping turn Virginia Blue! As one of the youngest members of the Assembly, he’s making a heroic impact on his community, the Commonwealth of VA, and beyond.

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Today we are talking about more despicable actions from local legislatures, Manchin inserting his ugly face back into the fight to protect our planet, and the fight to avoid defaulting on our debts. And helping us discuss it all, we are excited to announce a great new addition to our podcast team, the author of the "Chop Wood Carry Water" newsletter and now new co-host of “How We Win”, Jessica Craven! Mike Lux Memo Chop Wood Carry Water www.howwewinpod.com Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101

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Today we talk about the bombshell revelations from the January 6th committee hearings, the devastating decisions from the “captured” Supreme Court, and basically the dystopian version of America that we are currently actually living in. Joining us to make us even angrier, but then to tell us about important opportunities to get in the fight for abortion access, is comedian, Daily Show co-creator and founder of Abortion Access Front, Lizz Winstead. Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @Mariah_Craven @HowWeWinPod Operation Save Abortion on July 16th: www.operationsaveabortion.com How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin www.howwewinpod.com

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It’s been a remarkable and historic week with landmark legislative victories by the Democrats, real momentum heading into the midterms, and real consequences looming for Trump. Helping dissect it all with his characteristic precision and snark, is political commentator and the host of the “No Lie” podcast, Brian Tyler Cohen. How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin How We Win LIVE on August 22nd in Los Angeles: www.HowWeWinLive.com www.TheLastWeekend.org Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @HowWeWinPod www.howwewinpod.com

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It’s National Voter Registration week so there is no better time to reach out to all of your family and friends and make sure they are registered to vote! And with that in mind there is no better time to have a conversation with the woman who is leading the charge for the largest nonprofit, nonpartisan voting registration and get-out-the-vote technology platform in America, the CEO of Vote.org, Andrea Hailey! www.vote.org Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @HowWeWinPod How We Win Fund: www.HowWeWinFund.com www.howwewinpod.com

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Joining us today is DNC Chairman Jaime Harrison! Many of us supported Jaime in his historic attempt to unseat Lindsay Graham and serve as US Senator from South Carolina. Now, he’s helming the DNC and working to build a new generation of Democratic electeds and activists. He shares his strategy to build our bench, win up and down the ballot, and deliver democracy for the people!

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The most important election of our lives is here! We don’t agonize, we organize! And it’s up to us in these final days. It’s GOTV time folks! One last push to do everything we can to protect our freedoms and fight back the rise of fascism! So to help pump us up and send us off to talk to voters with the messages that win, is co-founder and President of Way To Win, Tory Gavito! www.BlueIn22.org Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Today I am joined by communications and messaging expert, founder of ASO Communications and host of the Words To Win By podcast, Anat Shenker-Osorio. As we are all knocking on doors and making calls to voters (right…) Anat is going to make sure that we are being effective with our words and also tell us about ways we can “Amplify” winning messages with social media.

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Hope you enjoyed your turkey because we are back! Marriage Equality passed in the Senate, Oath Keepers are found GUILTY of Seditious Conspiracy, and we are one week away from the Georgia runoff election! Time is running out to make sure we send Raphael Warnock back to the Senate, so joining us to share the best ways for you to make an impact is Chrystian Woods, veteran Georgia organizer and Senior Advisor to the Democratic Party of Georgia's coordinated campaign. Volunteer for Warnock - www.mobilize.us/gavotes/ Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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We’ve got a lot of good news happening this week! Biden has signed the Infrastructure bill into law, Justice is being served to Bannon, Alex Jones, and others, and the world is coming together to address our climate crisis. Helping us out to discuss it all and also how we discuss it with each other, are the co-hosts of the “Pantsuit Politics” podcast and co-authors of “I Think You’re Wrong (But I’m Listening): A Guide to Grace-Filled Political Conversation,” Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers.

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Today we talk about the Biden administration’s commitment to protecting our communities from guns. It couldn’t come at a more critical moment. Then joining us for our interview is the host of the Rick Smith show, you guessed it... Rick Smith! So much union organizing is happening right now and he breaks down the lessons we can take from it all! All of that plus our Reasons for Hope! Mentioned on this episode: The How We Win Fund! www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin Follow us on Twitter @BluesBoySteve and @Mariah_Craven www.howwewinpod.com

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On today’s show we talk about the recent SCOTUS decision on Abortion rights and what one Democratic Governor is doing about it, Mark Meadows’ Jan. 6th text threads, and filibuster reform??? Then joining us for our interview is the first openly LGBTQ Native American Representative in Congress and former MMA fighter, Sharice Davids!

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Today well, you know what we are talking about… Trump was indicted, again, this time with 37 federal counts from the special council himself! It's all happening as we speak so we will talk about the best way to talk about this. Also… hell’s yeah!!! And joining to give us some hope and inspiration for the fights ahead is Lateefah Simon, a Bay Area social justice activist, philanthropic leader and candidate to fill the Congressional seat of the incomparable Barbara Lee. SURJ school board event https://act.surj.org/a/school-board-organizing-call Tuesday, June 20, 2023 8:00 PM -  9:30 PM ET www.howwewinpod.com Chop Wood Carry Water Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101

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Today we talk about Bannon, Buttigieg, the supply chain, Ahmed Aubry, and how you can help Democrats win in Virginia. Then Jessie Daniels joins us for our interview. She’s an expert on Internet manifestations of racism and the author of the new book, “Nice White Ladies - The Truth about White Supremacy, Our Role in It, and How We Can Help Dismantle It”. All of that, plus our Reasons for Hope. TW: SI

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Today we are diving into data driven, social science backed, campaign tactics that work, and just about anybody can implement. To explain, I am joined by the Founder of Vote Rev, and one of the key architects of Vote Tripling, Robert Reynolds Gambhir.

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Today we have a special colab-pod with Dr. Allison Gill, the creator and host of Mueller She Wrote and The Daily Beans podcasts. We are going to talk about the J6 committee hearings, what’s brewing at the Justice department, and we are excited to announce our live Super-Pod in Los Angeles to raise money for our How We Win Fund! Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @Mariah_Craven @HowWeWinPod How We Win LIVE in LA on August 22nd: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/howwewinlive How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we talk about a new, and very dire UN report on climate change and how we must pressure our representatives to go faster and further to move away from fossil fuels. We also talk about union led strikes in Los Angeles and the fight for fair wages and worker protections across the country. And, as the world is on “indictment watch” in New York this week, joining us for our interview is our friend and founder of MSW Media, Allison Gill! She breaks down the copious legal troubles for the former MAGA President and what we should expect in the coming days. swingleft.org/p/wisconsin-supreme-court UN Climate Report Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com www.piersonforca.com

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Today while the GOP has made its platform of sedition official, we gear up for the midterms with some maybe, sorta, encouraging redistricting news. Then joining us for our interview are all three co-hosts of the wildly popular and influential Meidas Touch podcast. They tell us how their quarantine project mobilized the "Meidas Mighty" and helped win elections. Mentioned in this Episode: www.meidastouch.com www.HowWeWinPod.com

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Today while republicans who voted against the infrastructure package start bragging about the infrastructure package... that they didn’t vote for… we talk about the impact it is starting to make in our communities. We also talk about the assault on education, banned books, and what the GOP is really trying to do (keep us dumb). Then Joining us for our interview is Crooked Media’s Political Director, Shaniqua McClendon. You may be familiar with Pod Save America and Crooked Media’s other great podcasts, now meet the woman who steers all of their listeners into effective and strategic action! Mentioned in this Episode: VoteSaveAmerica.com

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A busy month on the Hill kicks off and today, we break down the senate’s new Freedom to Vote Act. We also keep our eyes peeled on the “pro-insurrectionist” rally at the Capitol on Saturday, and get you into action in Virginia. Joining us for our interview is the man who is leading the Organizing charge, Swing Left’s Head of Community David Berrios. All that, plus our reasons for hope!

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We are less than 4 months away from the most important election of our lives, and amidst an always tumultuous news cycle, we remain focused and resolved on the work we all are doing together. Joining us to talk about how grassroots volunteers and activists can, and will, make the difference this November, is the new Executive Director of Swing Left, Yasmin Radjy! Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve  @Mariah_Craven  @HowWeWinPod How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we have the shortest podcast in How We Win history with a simple thank you to all of our amazing, and persistent listeners! Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com www.piersonforca.com

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Mariah is off so joining us today is actress, activist, and Steve's wife, Melinda McGraw! We talk about the Justice department, Rep. Nunes’ "retirement," and what it’s like to have a love scene with Jon Hamm. Then Steve and Mariah have a powerful conversation with army veteran, former Missouri Secretary of State, and host of the Majority 54 podcast, Jason Kander! All of that plus our Reasons for Hope. TW: SI

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Today our show is graced by the lovely and talented actor Keiko Agena! You probably know her work on Gilmore Girls, Prodigal Son (and lots more) but you may not know that she is a super-volunteer and activist who can’t stop, won’t stop using her voice to help us protect our democracy! And we are also graced by the equally lovely Scott Forman, the founder and force behind Vote Forward! Scott checks in with us to let us know why we all need to write letters to Virginia voters on World Letter Writing day!

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There is so much to cover this week from Putin’s invasion of Ukraine, to a historic Supreme Court nomination and President Biden’s first State of the Union address. So joining us to help us break it down and hopefully help teach us how to better talk with friends and family who may not share our views, is the host of the podcasts “Majority 54” and “Lost Debate”, Ravi Gupta. Mentioned in this Episode: Daily Kos Ukraine relief fund Additional Ukrainian-based charities: Voices of Children GoFundMe for the Kyiv Independent Razom for Ukraine

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You’ve been asking about the plan... Today we’ll spill the beans on our strategy for the next 10 years! We’re joined by Swing Left Executive Director Tori Taylor and Founder Ethan Todras-Whitehill. They’re talking to us about our move from Resistance to Persistence, and most importantly, how you can jump in!

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Today we talk about GOP infighting, Supreme Court corruption, lions and tigers and bears! Oh my… Then, joining us to talk about the epidemic of gun violence and what gives him hope for change, is Tom Gabor, the co-author of the powerful new bestseller, “American Carnage: Shattering the Myths That Fuel Gun Violence.” Invest.gov Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101 www.howwewinpod.com Chop Wood Carry Water www.PiersonForCA.com

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In the wake of nationwide March For Our Lives rallies, we talk about the upcoming bipartisan gun safety legislation. Plus we have a special interview from the field with January 6th Committee member and former impeachment manager, Representative Adam Schiff! And speaking of the Jan 6 committee, joining us to talk about the historic hearings, and what’s to come, is legal analyst and host of Justice Matters, Glenn Kirschner. Follow us on Twitter: @howwewinpod @BluesBoySteve and @Mariah_Craven How We Win Fund: swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin Blackbodiesforblackpower.com Moms Demand Action: Text ready to 64433 www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we’ve got a fresh dose of hope for the midterms. There’s some hopeful legislation on the horizon and some hopeful grassroots fundraising reports. Activists are stepping up and volunteering in our key battleground states and it’s making us… hopeful! So joining us to talk about how volunteers are indeed endeavoring to “Save The World” one democrat registered at a time, is the Executive Director and founder of Field Team 6, Jason Berlin! Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve  @Mariah_Craven  @HowWeWinPod How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin How We Win LIVE in LA on August 22nd: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/howwewinlive FieldTeamSix.org www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we talk about the upcoming efforts to make sure “this time is different” when it comes to protecting our communities from mass shootings. Plus, primary season is well underway and we’ve got some updates, an interesting observation, and Mariah tells us why you should be the change we seek! Then we do a deep dive into criminal justice reform with Los Angeles District Attorney, George Gascón. He talks about how he is modernizing criminal justice through data and science, and how we can support his important work. Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve and @Mariah_Craven www.howwewinpod.com www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin https://marchforourlives.com/march22/

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Today, Joe Manchin comes around on Biden’s efforts to Build Back Better, err… reduce inflation… and joining us for our interview is legendary greaser Jon Bowzer Bauman! He talks to us about Social Security Works PAC and fighting threats to Social Security, Medicare, and our Democracy. How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin Live Super-Pod in LA on August 22nd: www.howwewinlive.com Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve  @Mariah_Craven  @HowWeWinPod www.howwewinpod.com

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Today Steve and Mariah talk about a landmark settlement for the families of Sandy Hook victims, 4 years after the Parkland shooting, the ongoing rise in opioid deaths in our country and what legislators are trying to do about it, and more “alternative facts” and misrepresentations from Fox News. Then we are joined by Daily Beast and New York Times columnist, and author of “Go Back To Where You Came From: And, Other Helpful Recommendations on Becoming American”, Wajahat Ali! It’s an important, and (sorta funny?) conversation about racism in America. Mentioned in this Episode: Fire Louis DeJoy Petition www.HowWeWinPod.com

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It’s a special bonus episode to take you live from the field at last weekend’s canvass and rally for frontline Congressional candidate, Christy Smith. The rally features Christy, Senator Alex Padilla, Representative Tony Cardenas, and Civil Rights icon and organizing legend, Dolores Huerta! Listen in, get inspired, and then go knock on some doors! www.christyforcongress.org Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @HowWeWinPod How We Win Fund: www.HowWeWinFund.com www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we talk about breaking news from the inquiry into January 6, the latest on the John Lewis voting protection bill, and a big step from the Biden Administration in the fight against covid. And Steve talks to actor, activist provocateur, and one of the many stars of the Netflix disaster satire, “Don’t Look Up”, Ron Perlman. He’s got a lot to say about the state of our Democracy, and he doesn’t mince words! All of that plus our reasons for hope! Mentioned in this episode: www.whenweallvote.org

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Today we talk about the Republican budget abomination, attacks on the Department of Education and the rising resistance to the trump/musk regime. Then joining us for our interview is the always inspiring champion for workers, families and our children, American Federation of Teachers President, Randi Weingarten.

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As we are all grappling with another spike in COVID cases due to a very contagious Delta variant and a very large number of unvaccinated Americans, we have a conversation with public health advocate, Dr. Rhea Boyd. We talk about her work to bring credible information about COVID vaccines to Black, and Latinx communities, and what we should expect as our kids head back to school this fall.

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Infrastructure week is finally here, kids are getting Covid vaccines, and more subpoenas are being handed down to former Trump officials by the Jan. 6th commission. There are a lot of reasons for hope this week! Joining us to talk about all the things we are paying attention to (and some things we aren’t but we should be), is the founder and Executive Director of the Democratic Coalition, and host of the Dworkin Report podcast, Scott Dworkin!

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Today we have more midterm election results to celebrate as we wait to find out who will narrowly control the House, as well as the outcome of the Georgia Senate runoff. Joining us to discuss the good, and the bad, as we relish in the delicious schadenfreude of it all, is the co-founder of the Democratic Coalition, and the host of the Dworkin Report Podcast, Scott Dworkin! Give: https://www.gapartnersfund.org Volunteer to Cure Ballots: https://www.mobilize.us/grassrootsdemocratslahq/ Volunteer In GA: https://www.georgiademocrat.org/ Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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"How We Win" is back! Joining us to kick off our new season is Congressman, veteran, impeachment manager, and everyone’s favorite Twitter truth teller, Ted Lieu! We talk about the GOP’s attack on voting rights, the GOP’s attack on the January 6th commission, and what it’s really like to go to work with these radicalized republicans. And as always, we talk about actions you can take right now, and what gives us hope.

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Today we are back after taking a week off so there are a lot of threads to unwind! We catch up about the horrific SCOTUS decisions, and bloated military spending. Then, joining us for our interview is Ben Sheehan, civics education expert and author of “OMG WTF Does The Constitution Actually Say”. Send a Resistbot about military spending: Text "Sign PJBMBW" To: 50409 www.howwewinpod.com Chop Wood Carry Water Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101

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Today we are popping some extra buckets of popcorn as the prime time Jan. 6th commission hearings air on Thursday, right on the heels of new sedition charges from the Justice department. Then, Steve has a great conversation with actor, activist and star of the hit series, "Better Call Saul", Patrick Fabian! (Warning: Spoiler alert!) Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve  @Mariah_Craven www.howwewinpod.com www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin

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Today Mariah is back from vacation and helps break down the jaw dropping revelations of this past week, and breaks some very big news about our show as well. Then, joining us to talk about her work as a lifelong advocate and activist for voting rights, and civil rights icon in her own right, is CA Secretary of State, Dr. Shirley Weber. How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin Check your Voter Registration at: www.vote.org Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve  @Mariah_Craven  @HowWeWinPod www.howwewinpod.com

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Ballots are arriving, the races are heating up, and we only have a few weeks till the midterms! Today we talk about the battle to hold on to the Senate and protect our democracy, with Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto. catherinecortezmasto.com www.wadeforsealbeach.com Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @HowWeWinPod How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we are joined by the always fun Frangela duo to talk about Trump’s incredible and not surprising allegations of espionage, and the Democrat’s historic week of wins. Then joining Steve for our interview is a dynamic Latina woman on the frontlines in the fight to save our democracy, Texas District 15 candidate for Congress, Michelle Vallejo. How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin Michelle Vallejo for Congress: https://michellefortx15.com/ Pat Ryan for Congress: https://www.patryanforcongress.com/ https://frangela.com/ Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @Mariah_Craven @HowWeWinPod www.howwewinpod.com

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This week we saw more momentum from Democrats heading into the midterms in some unexpected places and Biden gave a historic speech about the soul of our nation and the threat to our Democracy that the MAGA republicans pose. We talk about how we can help emulate and amplify these messages. Then Steve has an inspiring conversation with Santiago Mayer, a Gen-Z leader who is activating young people all over the country with his incredible organization, Voters of Tomorrow! votersoftomorrow.org www.vote.org www.HowWeWinFund.org Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @HowWeWinPod www.howwewinpod.com

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Today Democrats are working to prevent America from defaulting on the debt created by the trump administration, as republicans are threatening to cut food programs… Both parties are not the same… But we are also launching earth week and earth day and are joined by one of our very favorite environmental activists and actors, the one and only Ed Begley Jr.! Indivisible Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vXKKrC2l6GzuQwWY0I11LTp6MfwWdbZzgDKUhRVc_Pc/edit LA Fundraiser with Ed Begley Jr., Patrick Fabian, Diedrich Bader, Gina Belafonte: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/steve-pierson-for-assembly-2024-begley Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we are mourning the loss of more Americans due to gun violence. The shootings in Monterey Park and Half Moon Bay, CA are utterly heartbreaking and are especially devastating to the AAPI community that is already coping with a rise in violence. We talk about how you can best support these grieving communities. Then Steve has a conversation with his very own Congressman, Tony Cardenas. They talk about how we can still move forward in the midst of a congress controlled by MAGA republicans that want to tear it all down. AAPI Equity Alliance Lunar New Year Victims Fund Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we say gay, loud and proud, in solidarity with students around the country. Plus, shocking news about a DC conservative power couple. It won’t surprise you but, still pretty outrageous. And joining us for our interview is former Massachusetts governor Deval Patrick. He’s got ideas for how we talk to voters who may not always agree with us and how we take back the mantle of patriotism. All of that plus our Reasons for Hope! Mentioned in this episode: Bridge Together

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It’s been a week for Democrats… We have results from the Virginia election and are processing what it means for Democrats moving forward. We are also seeing light at the end of the infrastructure tunnel, Voting Rights legislation is on the senate’s agenda, and Biden is back from a groundbreaking trip to Europe. Joining us to help break all of it down is Senior politics reporter for the Huffington Post, Jennifer Bendery.

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Coming off of Presidents day we are talking about Presidents that lead with the incredible and courageous example of our current president, Joe Biden. Then we’ve got a great interview with someone who is definitely a leader with a long and bright future in the Democratic party, the first member of Gen-Z to serve in Congress, Representative Maxwell Frost! Volunteer in the Wisconsin Supreme Court Election www.PiersonForCA.com Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we’ve got an avalanche of legal decisions as Trump, Santos, and their proud boy co-conspirators are facing actual consequences. And we are at an inflection point with Labor all over the country and as the writers are on strike, Steve recorded voices from the picket line to hear why it’s so important to stand up for workers! Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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Bonus Episode: Steve, Jenifer, and Jessica are joined by Dr. Allison Gill from "Mueller She Wrote", "The Daily Beans" and "Jack", and Brian Tyler Cohen from "No Lie with BTC" to talk about the importance of State Houses and answer questions live, in support of Steve Pierson for CA Assembly! Find out more at: www.piersonforca.com

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This weekend felt like groundhog day, not Independence Day. With more mass shootings and protests after police shoot an unarmed Black man, what are we going to do right now to change things? And the Supreme Court is finally on their summer recess after an absolutely brutal round of decisions. Joining us to break down what happened and what we can expect from the next term is Slate legal reporter, Mark Joseph Stern. How We Win Fund: www.swingleft.org/fundraise/howwewin www.OperationSaveAbortion.com Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @Mariah_Craven @HowWeWinPod www.howwewinpod.com

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Today as reporting has come out that the DOJ slow-walked the Trump prosecution, we talk about (more) GOP hypocrisy! Go figure! Then joining us for our interview is Gretchen Barton, founder of Worthy Strategy Group, a researcher and strategist who spends most of her time going inside the minds of American voters, and shares her unique perspective and insights with us! June 29th - Steve Pierson for Assembly Virtual Fundraiser with Alison Gill, Brian Tyler Cohen, Jenifer Fernandez Ancona and Jessica Craven: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/steve-pierson-for-assembly-2024-zoom Phonebank for Ohio election: https://tinyurl.com/adoptOH Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101 www.howwewinpod.com Chop Wood Carry Water www.PiersonForCA.com

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Mariah is back just in time for our Thanksgiving episode! We will catch up with her about all the highs and lows of the week, of which there are many. And joining us for our interview in what is becoming a Thanksgiving tradition is messaging and communications expert, Anat Shenker-Osorio! She is one of our favorite guests because she always brings amazing practical insight about how we talk to voters, and each other. Finally our "Reasons for Hope" become our "Reasons for Gratitude".

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Today we are taking you into the field to get the sounds and vibe of Saturday’s Vote Forward’s Big Send Letter writing party in Los Angeles. We hear from activists doing work for groups like Northeast Arizona Native Democrats, and Momtivist. We get some inspiration from volunteers writing letters to voters, and we hear from the man himself, Executive Director and Founder of Vote Forward, Scott Forman! Write Letters: votefwd.org Northeast Arizona Native Democrats: neaznativedemocrats.org Momtivist: www.momtivist.com How We Win Fund: www.HowWeWinFund.com Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve www.howwewinpod.com

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After a break last week, Steve and Jess are back and we are still celebrating our win in Ohio’s special election but are also mourning the terrible tragedy in Maui. And, of course, Trump has been handed indictment number four, this time bringing 18 of his friends with him in a historic RICO case! Maui Strong Fund, Aloha United Way, Maui foodbank, Maui Humane Society (for the animals), World Central Kitchen, River of Life Mission, Honpa Hongwanji Mission of Hawaii, Mercy Chefs, The Maui Community Power Recovery Fund. Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101 www.howwewinpod.com Chop Wood Carry Water

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Today we are bringing back “The Ryan Report” with Swing Left’s campaign director, Ryan Quinn! We talk about the recent Census data, and what it all means for the rising American electorate, redistricting, and our work in the Midterms.

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Today we are joined by the co-founder of the Democracy Policy Network and author of "Dedicated: The Case for Commitment in An Age of Infinite Browsing", Pete Davis. We talk about how committing to civic advocacy, year round and especially in State houses, will build our power and just might save our Democracy. But first, Mariah and Steve talk about the surge in COVID cases, the Olympics, and the start of the Jan. 6th Commission.

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We are back with a special 5 part series to make sure you have the knowledge and tools to make an impact on, yet again, the most important election of our lives. And to help us do that, we are joined by the Executive Director of Swing Left, Yasmin Radjy! She’ll break down Swing Left’s key races and strategy for the next 30 days, and we will get you into action!

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Today we skip over all of the trump indictment talk and get right to the winning our elections and saving our democracy talk! Plus drugs... Joining us to talk strategy, data and “how we win” is messaging and media expert (and Jen’s partner) Dan Ancona! Volunteer in Virginia! Find us on social: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona @jesscraven101 www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we talk about new stepped-up efforts to protect voting rights and change filibuster rules, escalating legal troubles in Georgia for the former guy, and how you can join the fight for our Voting Rights now and on MLK day of action events all over our country. And joining us to help us prepare for the work ahead both nationally and in your own backyard, is author, comedian and host of the “How To Citizen” podcast, Baratunde Thurston! Mentioned in this episode: www.mlkdayactions.org

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Today, Mariah and Steve talk about the attack on Roe vs. Wade and its chances with our now conservative-leaning Supreme Court, GOP clowns in Congress, and what happens when a city hits a vaccination milestone. Then, joining us for our interview is CA Assemblymember and environmental champion, Laura Friedman! We get a behind the scenes look at COP 26, and learn some practical ways that we can help save our planet, right from our homes.

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Today we talk about what happens now that a major mask mandate has been struck down by a Trump appointed judge and how you can make the best possible decisions to stay safe. And just in time for Earth Day we’re joined by the hosts of the Climate Pod. We’re at the intersection of climate change, politics, and activism with Ty and Brock Benefiel. Mentioned in this Episode: https://fightforourfutures.com/ Follow us on Twitter @BluesBoySteve and @Mariah_Craven www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we are getting ready for another fun filled, exciting and empowering election cycle, where yet again, the very future of our democracy is on the line. President Biden has announced his re-election campaign so we are going to help you get hyped to make an impact! Helping us get fired up and sharing some big news about the target races to take back the House, is the hype-woman and Executive Director of Swing Left, Yasmin Radjy! Sign up at www.SwingLeft.org Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @jenancona www.howwewinpod.com

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The Official Podcast of the Persistence is back with Season 4! There’s so much more important work ahead of us to fight for equity, justice and our very democracy. We’ll take you behind the lines and inside the “rooms where it happens” with strategy, and inspiration from progressive change makers all over our country! And we’ll dig deep into the weekly news that matters most and what you can do about it, with messaging and communication expert, co-founder of “Way to Win” and our new co-host, Jenifer Fernandez Ancona! Join us every Wednesday for your weekly dose of Inspiration, Action, and Hope!

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33 days until the most important election of our lives! Melinda McGraw, actress, activist, and Steve’s wife, is here today to help discuss the absolute insane clown car of lying, puppy killing republican Senate candidates. And then Steve has a great interview to talk about a truly great Senate candidate in Wisconsin with one of the best organizers in the country, Chair of The Wisconsin Democratic party, Ben Wikler! Wisconsin Democratic Party: wisdems.org BlueVoterGuide.org www.womensmarch.com Follow us on Twitter: @BluesBoySteve @HowWeWinPod @melinda_mcgraw How We Win Fund: www.HowWeWinFund.com www.howwewinpod.com

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On today’s show, Democrats begin work on legislation to curb Presidential power abuses, the first lawsuit emerges over the Texas abortion ban, and the FDA is on track to approve vaccinations for ages 5 and up by October. Then, joining us for our interview is Crooked Media Founder and Pod Save America host Jon Favreau! We talk about the state of alternative media, the filibuster conundrum, and our Swing Left and Crooked Media, “No Off Years” fund to defend our trifecta in Virginia! All of that plus stay tuned till the end for our reasons for hope.

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Allison Gill from Mueller She Wrote and the Daily Beans and Steve host the “How We Win Live” show to benefit our How We Win fund. Featuring the brilliant and hilarious comedy duo, Frangella from The Final Word, Ben and Brett Meisales from The MeidasTouch Podcast, Bryan Tyler Cohen from his No Lie Podcast, and the always fearless and amazing, Kathy Griffin! We talk politics and justice, make some questionable jokes, and most importantly we are raising a whole lot of dough for Dems! Donate to the How We Win Fund: www.HowWeWinLive.com Follow us on Twitter: @HowWeWinPod @BluesBoySteve @Mariah_Craven www.howwewinpod.com

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Today we talk about the incredible feat of organizing that Amazon employees have accomplished and look forward to a history-making moment on the Supreme Court. Also, joining us for our interview is a podcast host who’s giving a voice to civic engagement, Mila Atmos! www.howwewinpod.com Follow us on Twitter @BluesBoySteve and @Mariah_Craven

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Today we are watching as Congress is on the verge of passing historic investments in our country all while trying to avoid a government shutdown. Joining us for our interview is progressive advocate and Color of Change Chair of the Board, Heather McGhee. We talk about her amazing book, The Sum of Us: What Racism Costs Everyone and How We Can Prosper Together and she talks about why some people in this country insist on voting against their best interests. And then JoAnne Smith from Women’s March Action joins us for our reasons for hope.

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