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| 09 Nov 2023 | Exploring Somatic, Social, and Relational Healing | 00:20:24 | |
During a time of international grief, I sat down with social healing practitioner and people development specialist, Emily Mitnick. She shared how somatic healing and the mind-body connection can play a role in healing social ecosystems, plus, we deepen our connection with ourselves. Learn More: Roots of Change Media Originally aired November 9, 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 16 Nov 2023 | How Are You Arriving to this Moment? | 00:14:19 | |
Social healing practitioner, Emily Mitnick, and I continue our conversation on somatic healing and activism. This week, we demonstrate a somatic check-in practice to help us get back into our bodies in a culture that disconnects us. Learn More: Roots of Change Media Originally aired November 16, 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 23 Nov 2023 | Healing through Rest, Community, & Activism | 00:22:24 | |
This week somatic healing practitioner, Emily Mitnick, and I bridge somatic healing with reality and use some clear-cut examples of how coming back into body as a collective can help us heal our society. Learn More: Roots of Change Media Originally aired November 23, 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 30 Nov 2023 | Navigating Trauma & Healing in a Brutiful World | 00:19:46 | |
We wrap up our chat with social healing practitioner, Emily Mitnick, touching on our individual and collective role in healing socialist ecosystems and how we do that with the window of tolerance. Learn More: Roots of Change Media Originally aired on November 30, 2023 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 11 Dec 2023 | Israel-Palestine | The Global Context & Our Role in the U.S. | 00:23:58 | |
Hi Y’all! Last week, I had an amazing conversation with communications expert and organizer, Nadia Rahman. We talked about her lived experience of visiting Israel and Gaza in 2022, what has shifted for her as an organizer in this moment, how people in the U.S. can take action, and what this means as organizers going into the 2024 election. Before we jump into the podcast, I want to acknowledge the emotions and grief surrounding the events in Israel and Gaza. My heart is with everyone who is suffering in this moment. At Roots of Change, we lead with heart and empathy in a path towards liberation for all including Israelis, Palestinians, and anyone who is oppressed world. My conversation with Nadia primarily centered around her experience as a Pakistani American, an organizer, and her 17 years working in digital marketing. I understand one podcast cannot fully express the deep, painful history in the region, the anti-semitism that has surged since Trump’s election, and the Islamaphobia that has only become more visible again. Today’s conversation is going to center around the conflict in Israel and Palestine and our role in the U.S. Then we will return next week, to finish our conversation about what this means for the 2024 election and what we as activists can do to move towards progressive change. I hope you enjoy our conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 18 Dec 2023 | Israel-Palestine & Its Impacts on U.S. Organizing in the 2024 Election | 00:18:52 | |
Hi Y’all! We pick up from my conversation with organizer, Nadia Rahman. In the second half of our conversation, we focused on the implications for progressives in the U.S. and how we can approach the 2024 election to better hold lawmakers accountable and see the change we deserve. What I loved most was the message of hope that kept emerging. We can stay empowered in the fight for liberatory change. I hope you enjoy our conversation! About Nadia RahmanNadia is a skilled communicator, activist, and organizer. She has 17 years of experience in digital marketing and strategy spanning diverse specialty areas, including content strategy & messaging development, search, social media, email, measurement & analytics, and digital research. An organizer at heart, Nadia is skilled in advocacy, community relations, and bringing people together to work successfully toward shared goals. She has worked in agencies, on in-house marketing teams, and on political campaigns, and has led and managed teams of people, projects, and programs. About Roots of Change MediaSam Chavez is a storyteller, strategist, and curious human. She founded The Roots of Change Agency, a storytelling agency for activists, non-profits, and political organizations in 2020. Sam is a queer, white, LatinX activist who’s passionate about a livable planet & equitable societies.
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| 05 Feb 2024 | Mission Equality | Practicing Equalism in Organizations | 00:23:26 | |
In our first podcast of 2024, we spoke with Sharon Hurley Hall, Mission Equality founder, about her organization’s mission to build an anti-capitalist approach to organizations. Sharon recounted her journey from freelance writer to anti-racism advocate and co-founder of Mission Equality. We explored the impact of the 2020 uprisings had on her shift to being more publicly vocal about her experiences of racism. Eventually leading to her collaboration with co-founder Lea Jovy. We explored the differences between equity and equality and what that means in the work of Mission Equality. Mission Equality works with start-ups, non-profits and progressive organisations to create a more sustainable approach to leadership and business. They use progressive education to work at all levels (individual, collective and systemic) to build an alternative to capitalism that we call Equalism.
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| 12 Feb 2024 | Racism is the Water not the Shark | 00:27:04 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽 We pick up our conversation with Sharon Hurley Hall. We get real about white supremacy and how we as individuals can push back and be anti-racist activists in this current world. We discuss the audiobook release of her book, I’m Tired of Racism, and how racism is the waters that we swim in, not just the shark. Our conversation held both hope and reality and how
I hope you enjoy our conversation! Find I’m Tired of Racism’s new audiobook on Books2read.com. About Sharon Hurley Hall
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| 04 Mar 2024 | The Margin of Effort | 2024 Election with Natalie Burdick | 00:29:13 | |
I had an amazing chat with political organizer, Natalie Burdick, where we discussed the upcoming election, Democratic messaging, and the importance of strategic campaign efforts in Arizona and the California Central Valley.
I love talking to Natalie because she can share complex electoral stakes in the simplest of terms. I hope you enjoy the conversation! About Sam & Roots of Change Navigating heart-first activism & storytelling. We explore the 🌱 roots of our world to support organizations and activists 🥵 avoid burnout and 📚 tell empathetic stories that cultivate connections that 🌍 empower ✊🏽 social change. Sam Chavez is a storyteller, strategist, and curious human. She founded Roots of Change, a storytelling agency for activists, non-profits, and political organizations in 2020. Sam is a queer, white, LatinX activist who’s passionate about a livable planet & equitable societies.
About Natalie Burdick
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| 19 Mar 2024 | Can Marketing Be Anti-Capitalist? with Joe Cardillo | 00:24:50 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽 I am back to talk with social change communicator, Joe Cardillo (they/them), to talk about navigating social change and communications in our Joe has an amazing perspective about communications and branding and how we can reshape our world through those mediums. As our tech landscape has incentivized inauthentic behavior, we discussed how organizations and movements can overcome disintermediation, disinformation, and the enshitification of the Internet. “When we think about communicating organization to audience, we also need to think about it as just being in a relationship. Communication is important in any relationship.” - Sam We also discussed:
I hope you enjoy our conversation! About Joe CardilloJoe Cardillo (they/them) is the founder of The Early Manager, a coaching and training company. Previously, they were a marketer, journalist, and operator in startups and tech for 14+ years, and have deep expertise in how to hire, build, and scale inclusive teams and operations. Joe also serves as a lead for Coffee + Creatives, community lead for the Albert's List Jobs & Career Community, and advisor to Black Remote She, NM Local News Fund, and Fundada Labs. About Sam & Roots of ChangeNavigating heart-first activism & storytelling. We explore the 🌱 roots of our world to support organizations and activists 🥵 avoid burnout and 📚 tell empathetic stories that cultivate connections that 🌍 empower ✊🏽 social change. Sam Chavez is a storyteller, strategist, and curious human. She founded Roots of Change, a storytelling agency for activists, non-profits, and political organizations in 2020. Sam is a queer, white, LatinX activist who’s passionate about a livable planet & equitable societies.
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| 01 Apr 2024 | Future Visioning for a Humanized Tech World | 00:18:25 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽 I am back with social change communicator, Joe Cardillo (they/them)! We pick up on our conversation about social movements in today’s tech world by looking forward to what we can intentionally build and how we as people interact with social media and platforms and take care of our wellbeing.
“I'm not really sure” dot dot I think that's one of the most powerful pieces of grammar that we have besides the question is the ellipses because it's the suggestion that we don't know there's more to come we might have to keep thinking about or talking about it.” Read the full transcript at rootschangemedia.com/jcardillo2/ About Joe CardilloJoe Cardillo (they/them) is the founder of The Early Manager, a coaching and training company. Previously, they were a marketer, journalist, and operator in startups and tech for 14+ years, and have deep expertise in how to hire, build, and scale inclusive teams and operations. Joe also serves as a lead for Coffee + Creatives, community lead for the Albert's List Jobs & Career Community, and advisor to Black Remote She, NM Local News Fund, and Fundada Labs. About Sam & Roots of ChangeNavigating heart-first activism & storytelling. We explore the 🌱 roots of our world to support organizations and activists 🥵 avoid burnout and 📚 tell empathetic stories that cultivate connections that 🌍 empower ✊🏽 social change. Sam Chavez is a storyteller, strategist, and curious human. She founded Roots of Change, a storytelling agency for activists, non-profits, and political organizations in 2020. Sam is a queer, white, LatinX activist who’s passionate about a livable planet & equitable societies.
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| 22 Apr 2024 | Speak Up Online & Support Your Peace | 00:26:47 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽Last month, I spoke on a LinkedIn Live discussion with Taj Smith and Emily Weltman about digital activism today and what it takes to speak up and protect yourself while doing it. I loved the depth that we all brought to the conversation and thank you to Alyssa and Tristan who pop in for questions.
We were so in sync that many times Taj and Em would say exactly what I was thinking. You know you've found good people when you want to keep chatting for 90 minutes, but don't worry! Part 1 is our usual 20-30 minute episode and we'll be back in tw0 weeks for part 2. I hope you enjoy the conversation! Learn more and subscribe: www.rootschangemedia.com/taj-em1/ About Taj Smith
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| 06 May 2024 | Online Activism In An Angry World with Taj & Em | 00:36:43 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽2020 was the year of protests, but the summer of 2024 is shaping up to be just as electric. Campus’ are filled with young folks speaking out for justice and liberation despite the violent crackdown by police and counter protestors. My conversation with Taj Smith and Emily Weltman about digital activism is more relevant today then when we had it in March! The ceasefire comments are even more prescient today. As we gear up for a hot summer of activism, this listen is a nice balm for the skin before we get out there. The second half of our conversation includes:
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| 21 May 2024 | Evolving Marketing for Regenerative Communications | 00:21:46 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽 Last December, I chatted with Jan Camille about regenerative communications and how we move away from the extractive side of marketing. We discuss the importance of language and intention while communicating. I loved her celestial reframing of 🪐 Transformative Strategy and Quantum Branding. In the episode, we ideated about:
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| 03 Jun 2024 | Indigenous Queer history & Gender Joy | 00:31:00 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽🥳 Happy Pride Month! 🏳️🌈 We kick off my second favorite month with a coffee shop chat with Honey Mahogany. We spoke at Mercury Cafe on the unceded lands of the Ramaytush Ohlone people to reflect on Indigenous queer history, the root of the right's gender hysteria, what we can learn from Indigenous queer culture, and how Honey uses gender joy to stay resilient amidst today's anti-trans backlash. Learn more and read the transcript: https://www.rootschangemedia.com/our-podcast/ We respectfully acknowledge that the Roots of Change Agency lives and grows on the unceded lands of the Ramaytush Ohlone people. We donate a portion of our monthly revenue to support the present-day effort to rematriate the land. Learn more and how to donate on our website. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 17 Jun 2024 | Purposeful Public Speaking & Wellbeing | 00:23:13 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽Today, I'm excited to share my conversation with Celia Alario from Vision to Voice Academy, an immersive training in the sacred art of public speaking. We talked about her experience with burnout from her years in social movement communications and her dedication to helping others find balance and sustainability in their work. We explored:
I hope you enjoy the conversation! 🎬 Prefer video? You can also watch on our YouTube channel! Learn more and read the transcript: http://www.rootschangemedia.com/public-speaking-wellbeing-activism Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 01 Jul 2024 | The People’s March for a Rallying Call | 00:17:00 | |
I was lucky enough to catch organizer, Olivia DiNucci, just before the People's March in Washington D.C. this past weekend. We spoke about the escalating importance of rallying the nation in the struggle against racism, poverty, ecological devastation, and militarism and how activists can find hope in these moments. It was a quick 15-minute conversation packed with good insights! I hope you enjoy the conversation! 🎬 Prefer video? You can also watch on our YouTube channel! Learn more and read the transcript: www.rootschangemedia.com/peoples-march-july-2024/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 15 Jul 2024 | Combatting Big Tech’s AI OverHype: The Social Impacts of AI | 00:28:47 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽 I am so excited to host my friend and AI expert, Dr Linda Berberich, on the podcast this month! We dove into the intersectionality of AI and its impacts on society, especially marginalized communities. We spoke of the real harms that AI poses to society, but also how technology can be used to augment human behavior and learning. Our discussion delved into:
I especially loved hearing about Linda's experiences in Big Tech and how her own experiences of misogyny reflect the broader historical context of misogyny and white supremacy in the development of AI. We end our conversation on a hopeful note, discussing the launch of ChatBlack GPT last month. I hope you enjoy the conversation! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 22 Jul 2024 | 🎙BONUS: Can AI Be Ethical? | 00:02:16 | |
I'm excited to share our 1st ever Bonus podcast episode for Seedling members! Each month, we'll have a bonus episode that either goes into an after party with one of our guests or a brand new conversation. Upgrade and subscribe on the roots of change newsletter: www.rootschangemedia.com/#/portal/account/plans I'm honored to have Dr. Linda Berberich as our first Seedling After Party! We dove into more details around AI and if we can use it ethically. We talked about:
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| 12 Aug 2024 | The Art of Crafting Voter Outreach | 00:33:50 | |
Hey y'all! Through my activism, I have met many incredible people. Charlie Varon has brought joy and art to political activism along with his decades of performance and story building. We carry that same joy and humor into our conversation about voter outreach! Come for the Bernie Sanders impression and stay for the helpful tips on how you can get involved in this election. Charlie demystifies phonebanking, donation asks, and talking to voters to help more folks feel comfortable doing the uncomfortable! 📋 Learn more or sign up for a volunteer shift with grassroots organizations like Swing Left San Francisco, Northeast Arizona Native Dems, and All In for North Carolina.
Learn more: https://www.rootschangemedia.com/voter-outreach-scripts-charlie-varon
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| 26 Aug 2024 | Disrupting Misogynoir at Top of the Ticket | 00:29:47 | |
Hi Y’all! 👋🏽 As soon as enthusiasm grew around VP Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for President, mysogynoir and racism in media accelerated. I spoke with Dr. Heliana Ramirez about the impact of racial trauma, the concept of misogynoir, its impact on Black women, and how non-Black folks can support Black women now and after the election. I hope you enjoy the rest of our conversation!
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| 09 Sep 2024 | The Margin of Effort | 2024 Voting & Activism | 00:29:13 | |
I had an amazing chat with political organizer, Natalie Burdick, where we discussed the upcoming election, Democratic messaging, and the importance of strategic campaign efforts in Arizona and the California Central Valley.
I love talking to Natalie because she can share complex electoral stakes in the simplest of terms. I hope you enjoy the conversation! About the Roots of Change agency Navigating heart-first activism & storytelling. We explore the 🌱 roots of our world to support organizations and activists 🥵 avoid burnout and 📚 tell empathetic stories that cultivate connections that 🌍 empower ✊🏽 social change.
About Natalie Burdick
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| 30 Sep 2024 | Creating Change One Voter Conversation At a Time with Elizabeth Chur | 00:32:46 | |
I was so happy to have my friend and voter outreach extraordinaire, Elizabeth Chur, on the podcast to talk about her latest book just in time for the election. 'The Joy of Talking Politics with Strangers: How to Save Democracy, One Conversation at a Time' is a practical and beautifully written book to help folks use the power of conversation to create lasting change.' As the first crisp of fall weather graced us, we gathered for a casual conversation about motivational interviewing and how we can shift our culture through individual conversations. If you want to brush up on your motivational interview skills, you can check out our one-sheeter Motivational Interviewing guide. About Elizabeth Chur
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| 28 Oct 2024 | Elevating Real People in Down Ballot Elections | 00:19:02 | |
I’ve been on the road in Southwest swing states for almost a month! I’ve been lucky enough to meet some amazing local and state candidates who are just real people who are working hard and caring for their communities. It has been refreshing to find when the pundits want us to believe they’re all crooked! I was lucky enough to have a casual sit-down conversation with Dallas Harris, Nevada State Senator, at her office at the Nevada Nevada Legislature building. You can find our awesome tees on YouTube if you want to watch the interview. In our 20-minute chat, we covered:
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| 12 Nov 2024 | Reflecting on Elections & the Future of Organizing | 00:12:55 | |
It’s been one week since the 2024 U.S. election and many are still processing, while others are acting and building (I’m moving through both). I want to speak to you no matter where you find yourself. I had planned a different podcast about celebrating volunteers. Not many listeners are in a celebratory mood, so I want to talk about organizing and moving forward in this moment. In my first solo pod, I reflect on:
Organizing on both the macro and most personal levels of our lives is more important than ever. I hope you’ll join me in continuing to learn, grow, and organize for true liberatory & sustainable change. Upgrade to Support My WorkAs we move into this new period of movement work, I plan to be a key resource for anyone who is working to shift our world towards a more compassionate and sustainable society. But I can only do that if I am sustainable and able to also support myself. If you’ve considered upgrading in the past, I’m asking you to please upgrade today. Your contribution will go directly back into the community in terms of resources. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 06 Jan 2025 | 🌱 We Are the Message | 00:25:51 | |
Hey y’all! Welcome back and welcome to season 3 of the roots of change podcast! In our 2025 kickoff, host Sam Chavez (she/they/he) shares a quick update about our visions for 2025 and reflect on Modern Hollywood’s impact on society with a voiceover of our December newsletter series. As a film school geek, I had a lot of fun playing with sounds to deepen the story I tell. I hope you enjoy! If you aren’t familiar with this podcast, I am a queer, Latine, and white activist who founded the roots of change agency in 2020 to support heart-first activists and social change communicators to avoid burnout and cultivate connections that empower social change. I am, as my partner calls me, a New Texican living on Raymaytush Ohlone Land in the Bay Area of California. Join our membership in January for 25% to set yourself up for an uncertain year of activism and social change ahead. Upgrade: https://www.rootschangemedia.com/25for25activist Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. | |||
| 27 Jan 2025 | 🌱 TikTok Ban: a Harbinger for the Social Future | 00:24:57 | |
Hey y’all! Welcome back. We have tech & disinformation expert, Joe Cardillo, on to dig into TikTok's eventful January and how it's a harbinger for more social media uncertainty to come. Upgrade by Friday for 25% off to get access to our a private podcast feed. We'll go deeper on navigating this tech, media, political, and economic landscape including actionable steps for organizing & communications and how we stay human. Upgrade: https://www.rootschangemedia.com/25for25activist We're speaking directly to the issues at hand, how we support ourselves in this moment, and what organizers and organizations can do to build resilience in their communications and activism.
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