A podcast from an anarchist perspective
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An ongoing call to action for movement work and mutual aid efforts around the country. Kelly Hayes connects with activists, journalists and others on the front lines to break down what’s happening in various struggles and what listeners can do to help.
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As a leader, the safety of your employees is your top priority. But we get it - you have a lot on your plate. We've got you covered with interviews and insights to help you build a safer workplace. Published monthly by Missouri Employers Mutual and Previsor Insurance.
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The core idea of this podcast comes from David Graeber, who wrote that our everyday life is mostly run on anarchism, and at the same time people believe that anarchism doesn’t work. One of these is wrong. I hope to illuminate how our communities already depend on Mutual Aid, in big and small ways. I'll do that by excavating the historical events and cultural trends you already know about, but have never thought about in terms of anarchism. Find me at https://www.everydayanarchism.com
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Regeneration Nation Costa Rica explores who's doing what to bring CR toward environmental & social wellbeing.Join us as we share stories, strategies, and insights from ecologically & socially beneficial projects contributing to the change we need to see more of in the world.These stories provide businesses and landowners everywhere access to unique ideas for how they can design their own business models for regenerative success and impact.In the end, we hope to see more people succeed in the ...
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International Conference of Secular Alcoholics Anonymous - atheists & agnostic in AA stories, panels, speakers, meetings... This is the podcast page for ICSAA recovery #addiction #recovery #atheism #ICSAA #secular #secularAA #alcohol #self-help #mutual-aid
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Messy Liberation: Feminist Conversations about Politics and Pop Culture
Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown
Join us, feminist coaches Taina Brown and Becky Mollenkamp, for casual (and often deep) conversations about business, current events, politics, pop culture, and more. We’re not perfect activists or allies! These are our real-time, messy feminist perspectives on the world around us. This podcast is for you if you find yourself asking questions like: • Why is feminism important today? • What is intersectional feminism? • Can capitalism be ethical? • What does liberation mean? • Equity vs. equa ...
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White Bird Clinic is a nationally recognized, people-centered non-profit organization providing trauma-informed healthcare and social services in Eugene, Oregon for over 50 years. Host Hana Francis speaks with employees and volunteers of White Bird Clinic and other community-centered organizations about how they work, why they matter, and how you can get involved. Hosted, written and edited by Hana Francis. Theme music by Eugene local musician Kiki Soda. For more information about White Bird ...
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Art.coop invites listeners to Remember the Future together by listening to the stories of artists and culture bearers who know that the practices of the Solidarity Economy are not some new technology, but actually are ways of being in relationship with people and planet that are as old as time. They are our ancestral practices. In this 7 episode narrative pilot, listeners learn: You don’t have to be a starving artist or a sell out. You can find work where you joyfully live your values and pa ...
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Big Soy Naturals is the only podcast by people who can gaze into the abyss without fear. The abyss never gazes back at us, out of respect. Esteemed public intellectual Virgil Masters and disgraced e-celebrity Kendall Kennedy explore the labyrinth of cyberspace with incisive eyes, quick wits and 300 IQ brains. It takes proprietary magic, thorough research and the immortal science to peer behind the veil of the negaverse, and we do it with ease. Join us as we unearth truths and triumph over ev ...
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Welcome to the Drunk Wives Club, a captivating show where we dive deep into relatable topics about marriage, life, work, and everything in between! Explore every aspect of being in a relationship, from the sanest to the most extraordinary encounters. This show offers valuable advice and resources to aid you on your journey through marriage and everyday life. Jess and Shannon, friends of over 15 years, offer a delightful glimpse into their married lives, sharing unique anecdotes that intertwi ...
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We Must Contest the Christian Right’s Agenda in Every Venue of Our Lives
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“Our enemies are waging a war, and to many of them, it’s a holy war,” says host Kelly Hayes. In this episode, Hayes and guest Talia Lavin discuss the emotional impacts of the presidential election, the expansive agenda of the Christian right, and how everyday people can resist what Lavin calls “our nation's precipitous slide into autocracy.” Music:…
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Collective Resistance and Community Building in Times of Crisis
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In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into strategies for building resilience, creating community, and thriving amidst social and political upheaval. They discuss creative resistance tactics, managing privilege in allyship, and ways to support mutual aid efforts at local and national levels. From anti-capitalist holiday shopping to…
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Capitalist 'Healthcare' and the Anarchist Alternative
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Ep. 143: First Aid | How the Right Skills Can Save a Life Before Help Arrives
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Injuries and emergencies happen in the workplace. Critical minutes pass between calling for help and first responders arriving. First aid skills, such as CPR and giving rescue breaths, often make the difference between life and death. Learn the invaluable role of healthcare literacy for employees with Drew Toma, career paramedic, educator, and crea…
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140. Graeber's Hidden Truth of the World -- Shawn from SRSLY Wrong
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Shawn Vulliez from SRSLY Wrong joins me to discuss the new collection of David Graeber essays, The Ultimate Hidden Truth of the World. Shawn and I talk about the tyranny of economics and how Graeber gave us permission to reveal that the emperor of economics has no clothes. Warning: Contains discussion of the recent election. Stay away if you just c…
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A Feminist Lens on AI: Navigating the Complex Landscape of AI Tools in Business
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In this episode, Becky and Taina discuss the ethical and environmental concerns surrounding artificial intelligence. Reflecting on the impact of AI on content creation and business, they dig into the unsettling future AI could bring if unchecked. From Google's Notebook LM to ChatGPT, they explore the role of ethics, climate change, and mindful usag…
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ICSAA 2024 The Young Faces of AA: Stories of Early Entry and Ongoing Recovery
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Embarking on the path to sobriety at a young age and continuing the journey into later years presents a rich tapestry of experiences, challenges, and triumphs. This presentation brings together the stories of individuals who have embraced Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) at various stages of life. From the fresh perspectives of youth to the wisdom of olde…
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ICSAA 2024 Our (Troublesome?) Relationship to AA Literature, Experience and Strategies for the Future
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Discuss our troublesome relationship to AA literature, including the current GSO controversy about changing "the founders" writings. Alternate steps and the problems they bring. Can the Big Book be rejected entirely and still be AA? Is new literature like "The God Word" being made available, and are other strategies necessary? And more! This record…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Beyond Belief of Ottawa, ON - Nov 3, 2024
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November 2024: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by Beyond Belief from Ottawa, Ontario. Our speakers this month are: Andy M Nick D Stacy C ..with Michel D as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting others to share their…
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - Beyond Belief of Ottawa, ON - Nov 3, 2024 (Traducción Española)
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Traducción Española November 2024: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by Beyond Belief from Ottawa, Ontario. Our speakers this month are: Andy M Nick D Stacy C ..with Michel D as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting o…
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Post-Election Healing: Grounding Meditation and Social Justice Reflections
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In this special post-election episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive into the emotional impact of the recent election, exploring how communities can heal and find resilience amidst political trauma. Joined by pleasure activist Goddess Erica, the episode includes a powerful grounding meditation for self-care and stress relief. This practice …
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To Transform Our Trauma, We Must Nurture Movements for Change
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“We really have a big opportunity right now to decide, within traumatic conditions and circumstances, how we are going to show up, again and again, for ourselves and each other,” says Tanuja Jageranauth. In this episode of “Movement Memos,” host Kelly Hayes talks with radical therapist Dorian Ortega and Healing Justice practitioners Tanuja Jagernau…
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139. Hill's The World Turned Upside Down -- Ann Hughes (English Revolution)
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A spectre is haunting the Everyday Anarchism series on the English revolution: the spectre of Christopher Hill's 1972 book The World Turned Upside Down. It turns out most of the ideas I've shared in this series came from Hill's book! Ann Hughes joins me to discuss the book, and we talk through the following questions: Did Hill invent the idea of th…
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Sex Work and Capitalism: Ethical Porn and Empowerment
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In this thought-provoking episode, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into the nuances of ethical porn and sex work, exploring how intersecting issues of capitalism, shame, and the male gaze impact these industries. With a feminist perspective, they question whether ethical consumption of porn is possible within our current capitalist syste…
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This is a Q&A panel with long timers in sobriety sharing their secular experience strength and hope, including Penny, Dale, Marty, Dennis, and Joe with Mary C as emcee. This recording is from ICSAA 2024, Sunday 10:30 AM, September 22, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, led by Mary C. Secular AA is AA sobriety that is neither religious nor irreligious, focu…
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ICSAA 2024 Broken Anonymity and Gossip
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This workshop focused on the primary dangers of broken anonymity in 12 step fellowships. Topics include the dangers of privacy breaches and how this can expose individuals to judgment or harm from employers, family, or the public. This breach can deter participation, erode trust among members, and lead to legal or professional consequences for affe…
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ICSAA 2024 Relationships in Recovery: Platonic and Romantic
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Recovery from addiction significantly influences relationships, both romantic and platonic. No matter how we interact, relationships with others significantly impact our recovery. This panel will discuss how we engage with other people in recovery as well as dealing with interactions with other people who might not be in our recovery network. This …
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ICSAA 2024 Working Under Cover (or Exposed!)
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Many of us stay involved in "traditional" AA; in fact some of us only (or at least mainly) go to such meetings and are active in AA General service. Of these, some are "out there" as unbelievers, others not so much. Some see Secular AA as an attempt to evolve the culture of the fellowship we love from within rather than any kind of alternative. Man…
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ICSAA 2024 We’re Not All Egomaniacs: Adapting the Twelve Steps for Alcoholics with Low Self-Esteem
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Beth Aich is the author of We're Not All Egomaniacs: Adapting the Twelve Steps for Alcoholics with Low Self-Esteem. Some of us come to Alcoholics Anonymous feeling terrible about ourselves and are told, bewilderingly, that our problem is too much ego and a lack of humility. Bill W. described himself as an egomaniac. He put his own needs and wants a…
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Ep. 142: Work Comp Payroll | How Keeping Great Records Saves Money
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As costs continue to rise, many business owners are looking for ways to save money and confirm their expenses reflect their priorities. Most businesses are legally required to have workers compensation insurance. Payroll and employee classifications play an important role in how much work comp premium costs. Learn why keeping accurate records is es…
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138. Debt Discussion 10, Debt in the Middle Ages with Eleanor Janega
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Eleanor Janega, the very first guest on the Graeber's Debt series, comes back on the show to discuss what the middle ages were, how they were a global phenomenon, and why they weren't as bad as you've heardBy Graham Culbertson
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Secular AA Global Speaker Tour - We Agnostics of Tempe, AZ - Sep 1, 2024 (Traducción Española)
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Traducción Española September 2024: Secular AA's monthly world-tour of speaker meetings is hosted by We Agnostics from Tempe, Arizona. Our speakers this month are: Andrew N Gary S Diana E ..with Beth H as emcee. Following these talks is sharing from around our agnostic/atheist/freethinkers AA world. This is an open and welcoming meeting inviting ot…
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Finding Liberation in Business: How Core Values Guide Ethical Choices
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown dive deep into the complexities of values alignment in business. They discuss how to navigate ethical decision-making when faced with murky opportunities, using the Chief networking group as a focal point. Becky and Taina explore the nuances of white feminism, power dynamics, and…
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Poverty Is The New Black by A. Sivanandan
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From the Ashes: How Grief Shapes Our Struggles
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“The capitalist system also doesn't care if we die. So insisting on the value of human life, insisting on grieving, particularly grieving publicly and collectively, is a real statement against this entire death-making system,” says author Sarah Jaffe. In this episode, Kelly talks with Sarah about the lessons of Sarah’s latest book, From the Ashes: …
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137. Mao and Anarchism -- Karl Gerth
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I'm joined by Karl Gerth, professor of modern Chinese history at the University of California, San Diego, to discuss the Chinese Communist Revolution and how Maoism attempted to avoid the mistakes of the USSR and yet largely repeated them.By Graham Culbertson
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ICSAA 2024 Gender, Sexuality, and Sobriety
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In this panel, speakers discussed the dual themes of 'tolerance and diversity', as well as the experience of a person who identifies as a sexual and/or gender minority within AA. Attendees were invited to share their diverse experiences within AA. This recording is from ICSAA 2024, Saturday 9AM, September 21, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, led by Chad …
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Aging and Self-Worth: Tyra Banks, Body Image, and Redefining Beauty
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In this episode, Becky and Taina dive into a thought-provoking conversation about aging, beauty standards, and the lasting impacts of media on body image. They reflect on the recent Victoria's Secret fashion show featuring Tyra Banks and unpack the mixed messages around body positivity, age inclusivity, and harmful beauty stereotypes. The discussio…
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Constitutional Monarchy : An Anarchist Perspective
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136. Graeber's Debt Chapter 10: The Middle Ages
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In Graeber's middle ages, empires fell apart while temples and monasteries kept everything together with metaphysical debt. Oh, and Europe isn't very important. Eleanor Janega returns later this month to discuss the chapter in the next Debt discussion!By Graham Culbertson
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Ep. 141: A Plan of Care | Setting Up the Right Solutions for Injured Workers
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Planning ahead for workplace incidents is an essential task for any business. Despite safety rules and risk reduction, getting injured on the job is still a possibility. Emotions run high in the immediate aftermath of an injury. Learn how to put a plan of care in place ahead of time with Lyndi Barthel, Manager of Medical Services and Case Managemen…
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Breaking Relationship Myths: Queer Dynamics, Separate Bedrooms, and Parenting Conflicts
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In this episode, Becky Mollenkamp and guest Taina Brown dive into the complexities of relationships, discussing everything from managing conflict to the dynamics between queer and heteronormative couples. Becky opens up about the ongoing, light-hearted "conflict" she has with her husband about sleeping in separate bedrooms, especially now that peri…
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The Housing Crisis : An Anarchist Perspective
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ICSAA 2024 Emotional Sobriety in Relationships with Allen Berger
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Negotiating closeness and autonomy in a relationship, leaning into conflict and dealing with it--this is an introduction to Emotional Sobriety and Relationships with Dr. Allen Berger, clinical psychologist and author of 12 Essential Insights for Emotional Sobriety, day one of the 10th anniversary International Conference of Secular AA at the Double…
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Keeping Each Other Alive: Mental Health and Collective Survival
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“I've seen a lot of people lashing out at people horizontally, and my gut sense is that sometimes it happens because the folks who are lashing out are definitely super traumatized, in crisis, feel and are really powerless in a lot of ways,” says Disability Justice organizer Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha. In this episode, Kelly talks with Leah an…
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White Women, Feminism, and Voting: Breaking Down Political Misogyny
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky, Taina, and guest Dee Frayne dive deep into the complexities behind white women's voting patterns, particularly the significant number who have supported Donald Trump. The conversation explores the role of patriarchy, internalized misogyny, and white supremacy in shaping these decisions, while also examini…
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"Who is Hank Parkhurst and his role in the founding of AA and why is he forgotten?" This recording is from ICSAA 2024, Saturday 10:30 AM, September 21, 2024, in Orlando, Florida, led by Geri B. The presentation slides can be found on www.aasecular.org/icsaa2024, direct link here. Secular AA is AA sobriety that is neither religious nor irreligious, …
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ICSAA 2024 Limitless Expansion through Practice of THESE Steps, a Lifelong Adventure
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Last month (August 2024), JEB celebrated 46 years of sobriety, and he is a retired Licensed Professional Counselor. In an interactive session, we will explore what has been for JEB the most important part of Step 12 practicing the Steps as a program of living, applying what we first learn as we clean up the wreckage of our past. In Step Twelve of T…
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Secular AA's Biennial General Membership Meeting - Oct 6, 2024
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October 2024: This month's speaker tour is instead Secular AA's Biennial General Membership Meeting, held on Sunday October 6th, 2024. During this session, general membership votes were held on: the location of ICSAA 2026, nominated members to the Board of Secular AA, and ratification of Board-amended Bylaws. This is an open and welcoming meeting a…
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ICSAA 2024 Healing Our Relationships in Al-Anon
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Alcoholism is a family disease. If you have been impacted by another person's drinking, Al-Anon is for you, whether that person is still drinking or not. Come share the experience, strength and hope of panel members, who each have different relationships with the disease of alcoholism: some as parent, adult child, or spouse of alcoholics, and some …
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ICSAA 2024 Trauma & the 12 Steps with Dr. Jamie Marich
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What a great talk by Dr. Jamie Marich based on her studies, practice and lived experience with addiction, recovery, the 12 Steps and Trauma. Hosted/introduced by Zanner, Jamie tells the ICSAA 2024 Orlando crowd that they had their Dr. Jamie Marich dress and PowerPoint professional presentation upstairs; after sitting through day one's chill-vibe, s…
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From Politics To Life : Ridding Anarchy of the Leftist Millstone
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ICSAA 2024 Penny M Saturday Keynote Speaker
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Will-I-Am, chair of the Board of Secular AA, opens this keynote address and introduces Penny M., from Virginia, who found sobriety January 29th, 1968, at the age of 30. This recording was from the International Conference of Secular AA, Orlando, Florida, September 20th to 22nd, 2024, at the Universal Studios Hilton/Double Tree Hotel. Part of Alcoho…
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Take a moment to learn about Empowered & Embodied, another show in the Feminist Podcasters Collective. If you love Messy Liberation, you'll probably love this awesome show, too. (And, Becky Mollenkamp will be a guest on Empowered & Embodied soon.) Listen on this pod app or on YouTube.By Becky Mollenkamp and Taina Brown
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VP Debate Breakdown: Racism, Abortion Lies, and Gun Control Hypocrisy
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In this episode of Messy Liberation, Becky and Taina dive into the VP debate aftermath, tackling the key moments that had them cheering, cringing, and downright furious. They break down JD Vance’s slippery rhetoric on abortion, illegal immigration, and school shootings, while giving a shoutout to Tim Walz’s quieter, but solid points on gun control …
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135. Graeber's Debt Chapter 9: The Axial Age
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Following on my discussion with John Weisweiler, more detail on Graeber's account of the Axial AgeBy Graham Culbertson
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ICSAA 2024 CHIME & Recovery Science by Joe C
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Friday September 20th: Keynote from the International Conference of Secular AA 2024 in Orlando... From research done and reported @ Rebellion Dogs Publishing, Joe C (Toronto Beyond Belief Agnostics & Freethinkers AA group) looks at the evolution of measuring efficacy of AA and other recovery from substance use disorder and a framework to measure re…
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