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Freedom Over Fascism: Fireside Chats
by Stephanie Wilson
Freedom Over Fascism is hosted by Dr. Stephanie Gerber Wilson. She and her guests provide analysis, history, context, and insight on the US today, focusing on the history and culture of the United States, the history we've forgotten or is being willfully erased, and the imagination it'll take to build the Free America of our dreams. The podcast was founded January 2023 and is now part of the Democracy Group and Banner and Backbone. Both are networks bringing together podcasters and creators who are pro-democracy activists. www.freedomoverfascism.us
Episodes
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116. Star Trek, Star Wars, X-men. How Culture Eats Policy for Breakfast with Nourbese Flint
In this episode, Dr. Stephanie Wilson hosts Norbese Flint, president of All Above All and For All Our Futures, to explore how culture, storytelling, and community-building drive social change. Their discussion illuminates the importance of imagination, local activism, and cultural narratives in...
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115. Gloves Off Leadership Needed with Tara McGowan
In this conversation, Stephanie Gerber Wilson and Tara McGowan discuss the current landscape of independent media, the challenges faced by legacy media, and the importance of grassroots support for journalism. They explore the role of local journalism, the significance of political engagement…
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How Hegseth's Crusade is an Integral part of White Christian Nationalism w/Matt Taylor
This conversation is from the archives but is perhaps more important now than ever before. I talked to Dr. Matthew Taylor, author of The Violent Take it By Force. Dr. Taylor explains the New Apostolic Reformation and the Seven Mountains Mandate, which is crucial to understanding this moment with...
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114. Keeping you Poor, Hungry, and Stupid with Dr. Eric Lullove
The conversation covers topics related to health disparities, social determinants of health, and the impact of political polarization on public health. It delves into the challenges of access to healthcare, the influence of social factors on health outcomes, and the intersection of politics and...
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113. Wargaming the Apocalypse with Dmitri Melhorn
The conversation delves into the concept of war gaming and scenario planning for future events, emphasizing the lack of a plan and backbone in addressing the current moment. It explores the creation of fictional scenarios for future exploration, providing historical background and context for the...
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112. This Is How We Win with Marlon Weems
Marlon Weems and Stephanie Gerber Wilson discuss a range of topics including this history of racialized America, how aggressive federalism might work, state power, and the challenges facing the Democratic Party; ie they don't know how to wield power. They delve into the historical context of…
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111. Fighting the Epistemic War Against the MAGA Murder Regime with Rachel Maron
Are you aware of the silent war happening on our beliefs? In our latest chat with Rachel Maron, we dive deep into the concept of epistemic warfare—how our understanding and trust are being manipulated every day. In a world where misinformation and ideological battles rage on, understanding the...
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110. Freedom,Resistance, Women, and Murder in Iran with Zahra Amanpour
Today I spoke to Zahra Amanpour, an Iranian-American woman whose life has been shaped by Iran’s struggle for freedom. Born during the 1979 revolution, Zahra grew up in the resistance movement—her parents were activists, and her father was killed in 1988 during one of the regime’s mass roundups.…
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109. We Are Fundamentally Breaking the Machine that's Made America Work with Bryan Del Monte
The conversation delves into the themes of institutional breakdown, democratic erosion, and the global power dynamics and risk assessment. It explores the significance of the current moment, the impact of the World Economic Forum, and the rupture of the world order, as well as the implications…
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108. 250K New Candidates in the Pipe. Freeing America with Amanda Litman
Amanda Litman, founder of Run for Something, discusses the importance of local leadership and the impact of young, diverse candidates in politics. She emphasizes the need for authentic, human-centered leadership and the role of mentorship in shaping the future of politics. The conversation also...
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107. Local Politics and Lawfare with Doug Friednash
In this conversation, Doug Friednash discusses the intersection of law and politics, focusing on the legal avenues available at local and state levels to address pressing issues such as immigration policy, community protection, and the role of grassroots activism. He emphasizes the importance of...
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106. 15 Million Ex-evangelicals and How to Reach Them with Heather Cronk
Keywords Project 2112, ex-vangelicals, Christian nationalism, community building, authoritarianism, evangelicalism, cognitive dissonance, curiosity, Seven Mountains mandate, Israel Summary In this conversation, Heather Cronk, founder of Project 2112, discusses her journey from evangelicalism to...
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105. Anat Shenker-Osorio. How the Many Can Defeat the Money.
I spoke with Anat Shenker-Osorio about the current political climate, the importance of narrative control, and the need for accountability in leadership. They discuss the interconnectedness of domestic and foreign issues, the limitations of voting as a means of achieving democracy, and the...
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104. Dr. Vaughn Joy on Christmas Movies, American Identity, and McCarthyism
In this conversation, Stephanie interviews Vaughn Joy about her book 'Selling Out Santa,' which explores the cultural significance of Christmas films in Hollywood during the post-World War II era. The discussion delves into how these films reflect American identity, the impact of McCarthyism and...
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103: Debra Shushan on American Jewish Community Tsuris
In this conversation, Stephanie Gerber Wilson and Dr. Deborah Shushan explore the complexities of the Jewish American community's response to the Israel-Palestine conflict, particularly in light of recent events. They discuss the historical context, the impact of October 7th, and the divisions...
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102. Rabbi Sandra Lawson: Holding Multiple Truths
In this conversation, Rabbi Sandra Lawson discusses the intersection of Jewish identity, liberation theology, and social justice. She emphasizes the importance of building relationships across different communities, particularly between Jewish and Black communities, and the need for a more...
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101. Military Orders: Manifestly illegal or proper? Feat Treb Courie, Legal Director, Orders Project
In this episode of Freedom Over Fascism Live, Dr. Stephanie Gerber Wilson interviews Treb Courie, the legal director of the Orders Project. They discuss the complexities of military law, the role of the Orders Project in assisting service members with legal issues, and the implications of...
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100. Educate, Activate, Elevate, Repeat. Chris Armitage and fighting fascism and soft secession
In this episode of Freedom Over Fascism, Dr. Stephanie Gerber Wilson interviews Christopher Armitage, who discusses the concept of 'soft succession' as a means for states to combat federal overreach and preserve democracy. Armitage emphasizes the importance of anti-corruption measures, creating...
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99. Debra Shushan. Middle East Politics, Corruption, and the Trump Regime
In this conversation, Stephanie Gerber Wilson speaks with Dr. Deborah Shushan about the complexities of U.S. foreign policy, particularly in relation to Saudi Arabia and the implications of MBS's recent visit to Washington. They discuss the historical context of U.S.-Saudi relations, the…
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98. Zev Shalev. Investigating the Biggest Heist in History and New Epstein Emails that May Change the Game
Stephanie talks to independent journalistZev Shalev of Narativ.org about his extensive investigation into financial crimes and political corruption. They explore the implications of newly released emails involving Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Michael Wolf, and figures like Donald Trump and...
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97. Lawrence Winnerman: Culture is the Whole Enchilada
Stephanie talks with Lawrence Winman, co-founder of Gen XY and co-host of the Daily Whatever Show, about navigating the pressures of modern life, the intersection of culture and politics, and the importance of grassroots engagement in revitalizing democracy. They dive into topics ranging from...
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98. Investigating the Biggest Heist in History and New Info from the Epstein Files
Stephanie talks to independent journalistZev Shalev of Narativ.org about his extensive investigation into financial crimes and political corruption. They explore the implications of newly released emails involving Jeffrey Epstein, Ghislaine Maxwell, Michael Wolf, and figures like Donald Trump and...
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96. Dean Blundell. Canada's Sweetheart. Speaker of Truth.
I talked to Dean Blundell on a live show yesterday, and we got into the value of shared reality, truth, values in order to build a society that’s good for everyone. I asked him about his radically creative ideas for rebuilding America, just like I ask everyone. Please subscribe to Freedom Over...
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95. Marlon Weems: Building community, storytelling, and independent journalism.
Keywords Freedom Over Fascism, Substack, media landscape, independent writers, community building, political engagement, funding in media, COVID impact, storytelling, future of media Summary In this engaging conversation, the speakers discuss the evolution of media, particularly focusing on the...
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93. Courtney Teasley: How Do You Fight Mass Incarceration?
Stephanie talks to Courtney Teasley, an attorney, business coach, educator, podcaster, and author dedicated to disrupting oppressive systems through legal literacy. Courtney shares her journey from practicing law straight out of school to coaching other lawyers and educating communities about…
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92. Evolution of Race Consciousness - The Contraband Wagon (SGW Guest)
Stephanie Wilson, as a guest on Will Fullwood's podcast 'Contraband Wagon,' engages in a profound conversation with Will Fullwood about race consciousness. They discuss their personal journeys in understanding race, the historical and systemic aspects of racism, and the transformative power of...
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91. DID YOU KNOW? Lindsay Winslow Brown on the real truth behind historical myths.
Stephanie Gerber Wilson speaks with Lindsay Winslow Brown, an Indiana teacher and social media influencer, about her work dismantling historical myths surrounding the founding of the United States. Lindsay delves into the importance of questioning accepted narratives and offers insight into her...
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90. Kevin Levin and the Erasure of History
This is the audio from my LIVE conversation on Substack withKevin M. Levin today about about how we remember the past, what the Trump regime is doing to edit the waymarkers at historical sites, and how the future of history might go. Please subscribe to Freedom Over Fascism at...
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89: Sick of this Show — Pro-Democracy Podcasts Unite, where I'm a guest on Nick Paro and Lawrence Winnerman's LIVE
Stephanie has a very wide ranging conversation with Nick Paro and Lawrence Winnerman about everything from the way we frame political discussion, to the trauma of the Challenger explosion, to being GenX (or Millennial, as the case may be), to what’s going to happen next. Take a look or listen to...
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88. Emma Brown, ED of Giffords on Hope and Action in Gun Reform
Stephanie Wilson talks with Emma Brown, Executive Director of Giffords, about the organization's efforts to promote gun safety laws. Started by Gabby Giffords and Mark Kelly, Giffords focuses on creating a big tent around the issue without requiring political conformity. The conversation covers...
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87. Olga Nesterova of Onest Network. Independent Journalism, the Epstein Survivors, and What We Can Do to Break Through
Stephanie Wilson talks to independent journalist Olga Nesterova of ONEST Network for her conversation about the Epstein survivor press conference, discussion of the regime’s attempt to control the narrative, what it was like being a Ukranian growing up in Germany, going to school in the…
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86. Ellie Leonard: Investigative Journalism, Jeffrey Epstein, and Deconstructing Past Truths
In this conversation, Stephanie Gerber Wilson speaks with Ellie Leonard, a writer and investigative journalist, about her deep dive into the Epstein case and the importance of independent journalism. They discuss the challenges of misinformation, the significance of human stories behind the...
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85. Michelle Ciccolo, MA State Representative on what Blue States can do to protect their freedoms.
In this conversation, Massachusetts State Representative Michelle Ciccolo discusses what Massachusetts, a Blue state, is doing to protect its residents, the catastrophic effect of the regime's attack on higher education, and the myriad ways tariffs impact small businesses, like plumbers. We…
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84. Stephanie talks to Ben Rhodes on Democracy, Authoritarianism, and Global Trends
Ben Rhodes on Democracy, Authoritarianism, and Global Trends In this episode of Freedom Over Fascism, host Stephanie Wilson and guest co-interviewer Kami Kovan engage in a comprehensive discussion with Ben Rhodes, former aide to Barack Obama, on the state of democracy and global politics. Rhodes...
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Jason Sattler, LOLGOP, author of The Farce on opposing fascism with anger and hope
In this episode of 'Freedom Over Fascism,' recorded live on Monday, May 12, 2025, host Stephanie Wilson speaks with Jason Sattler, also known as LOLGOP. They discuss the interplay of hope and anger in activism, the importance of informed action, and the challenges and strategies of fighting…
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Refuse, Resist, Ridicule: Anne-christine d'Adesky on using humor to fight fascism (Substack Live)
In this inaugural live episode of 'Freedom Over Fascism,' host Stephanie Wilson engages in a deep conversation with writer, journalist, and longtime activist Anne-christine d'Adesky. They delve into the critical role humor can play in resistance and opposition to authoritarian regimes....
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Aviv Russ: Inspiring people to imagine a better future and make it so without talking about politics
Aviv Russ joins Stephanie on Freedom Over Fascism to discuss the intersection of narrative, strategy, and culture. They delve into widening our perspective in a world fraught with instability, finding joy and creativity in the midst of chaos, and the importance of imagining a future where…
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80. Laura Brill, CEO Civics Center. Get 'em young. Keep 'em voting.
Stephanie speaks with Laura W. Brill, CEO of the Civics Center, which wants every high school to provide voter reg and pre-reg for our newest voters.Four million high schoolers graduate every year, and Laura Brill is on a mission to make sure they’re all registered to vote. Because when young...
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79. Kevin M. Levin: Memory, Forgetting, Obscuring: Book Banning to the Erasure of History
Stephanie talks to Kevin M. Levin, public historian and writer of the substack Civil War Memory about the book ban at the Naval Academy at Annapolis, the scrubbing of websites and museums in the national parks, and the importance of how we tell the story of the past. The way we talk about the…
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78. Antonia Scatton, Messaging Expert and Author of Reframing America
Stephanie talks to Antonia Scatton, author of the podcast Reframing America and protege of George Lakoff who talks about making sure our messaging is on our terms, in our language. She says, "Fact-checking and debunking myths almost always spreads the disinformation we are trying to defeat. They...
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77. Conversation with Walter Rhein on Taking Action for Freedom and Building Community
Stephanie speaks with Walter Rhein of I’d Rather be Writing about building community in person and throughout the country to fight against the fascism this regime is implementing day by day (hour by hour). As we spoke, Cory Booker was in the middle of his 25+ hour speech in the Senate,...
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76. OOPS....Actually Standard Operating Procedure (audio of article)
Stephanie provides the audio version of her Substack newsletter : "It wasn't a mistake: it was SOP, and ooops, included a reporter by accident." Please subscribe to Freedom Over Fascism at www.freedomoverfascism.us. Part of the Democracy Group of Podcasts.
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75. Andra Watkins interviews Stephanie: "Talking About Politics Without Talking About Politics."
Andra Watkins, author of the Substack "For Such a Time as This," interviewed Stephanie on talking about politics without politics. They discussed focusing on values...in our conversations, in our connections, and in our entertainment. This has been lightly edited for clarity and brevity. You can...
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74. Craig Johnson. How to Talk to Your Son About Fascism
Stephanie talks to Dr. Craig Johnson, author of the brand new book How to Talk to Your Son About Fascism published by Routledge press. We talk about how easily young men can fall down the internet rabbit hole into fascism, how they're targeted, how to see the signs of this radicalization, and how...
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Singing with the Chorus: Josh Cook on Creating a More Effective Info Ecosystem
In this conversation, Josh Cook discusses the current landscape of the information war, focusing on the challenges faced by left-leaning influencers and creators. He introduces Chorus, an initiative aimed at providing support and resources to these creators, emphasizing the need for a centralized...
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72. Tara McGowan, publisher of Courier Newsroom on Truthful Media
Stephanie talks with Tara McGowan, publisher of Courier Media on creating a values-based media ecosystem that works and works together. You can find a robust list of media and creators at the Freedom Over Fascism site here. Please subscribe to Freedom Over Fascism at www.freedomoverfascism.us.…
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LOVE VOTES: Brining Ferocity and Bravery to vote with love. Katie Blair, PFLAG E 73
In this bonus mini-sode I chat with Katie Blair, the VP of Advocacy at PFLAG, where we talked about being fierce, having brave conversations, and the freedom to live and love honestly and without fear. Also: what you can do before the election. You can find Katie at www.pflag.org. Please…
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Trump WILL Try to Steal the Election. How YOU Can Help Stop It. Jonathan Winer, election lawyer. E71
Stephanie talks with Jonathan Winer, a former attorney to John Kerry, and an election lawyer, about how Trump and the republicans will try to steal the election, the protections put in place with the 2022 Election College Reform Act, how we can anticipate violence and call in the national guard…
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So You Want Help With Your Hurricane? Andra Watkins, Project 2025 Expert, On Politicized Disaster Relief E 70
Stephanie talks with Andra Watkins, bestselling author and writer of How Project 2025 Will Ruin Your Life, about what FEMA response to natural disasters would look like under Project 2025, and why weather disasters are more likely to occur under a Republican extractive agenda....
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Content Creators vs Cable TV. Content Wins! Tiffany Carlock, “Candidly Tiff” Content Creator and MD Activist. E 69
Stephanie talks with Tiffany Carlock, aka “Candidly Tiff” a pro-democracy social media influencer and real life activist. She’s doing all the things…social media content on a big platform, DNC delegate, super volunteer for Angela Alsobrooks and Wes Moore (and all the dems downballot). Great...
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Freedom Over Fascism is hosted by Dr. Stephanie Gerber Wilson. She and her guests provide analysis, history, context, and insight on the US today, focusing on the history and culture of the United States, the history we've forgotten or is being willfully erased, and the imagination it'll take to build the Free America of our dreams. The podcast was founded January 2023 and is now part of the Democracy Group and Banner and Backbone. Both are networks bringing together podcasters and creators who are pro-democracy activists. www.freedomoverfascism.us
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