Rise Above Justice Movement Podcast

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Kyle Blomquist, a candidate running for Congress in Michigan, District 01.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.blomquistforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/blomquistforcongressSocials: blomquistforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Jordan Herrera, a candidate running for Congress in Missouri, District 04 against Mark Alford.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://jordanjherrera.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jordan-herrera-1Socials: jordanherreraforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Mark Davis, a candidate running for Florida, District 16.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://markdavisforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.anedot.com/mark-davis/donateSocials: markdavisforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Harry Dunn, a candidate running for Congress in Maryland, District 05.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://harrydunnformd.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/dunn_website_2026Socials: libradunn

In this episode, we sat down to talk with BridgieNix Scheiner, a candidate running for Nevada Lt. Governor.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.bridgienix4nevada.com/Donate: https://app.donationtransparency.org/donate/bridgienix/Socials: https://www.instagram.com/bridgienix4nevada

In this interview, we sat down and talked with Matt Gordon, aka @USMCAngryVeteran. Our Founder, Zachary, was joined by one of our Co-Hosts of the podcast and our Co-Founder, Gwen Levey, @GwenLeveyMusicViewer discretion is advised due to the nature of the topics that we discussed, including mental health, and several other topics that could be sensitive to some audiences.You can follow Matt on social media @USMCAngryVeteran

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Brent Hennrich, a candidate running for Washington, District 03.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://brenthennrich.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/bh4claunchSocials: bhennrichwa03

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Chelsey Hockett, a candidate running for Congress in Texas, District 05.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://chelseyhockettforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/chelseyhockettforcongressSocials: chelseyhockettforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Lindsey Patrick-Wright, a candidate running for Tennessee State Senate, District 17.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.lindseyfortn.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/lindseyfortnSocials: lindseypatrickwright

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Jerri Green, a candidate running to be the next Governor of Tennessee.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://greenforgovernor.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/greenforgovernorSocials: jerrigreen4tn

In this episode, we sat down and interviewed Zakiya Thomas, the Executive Director of the ERA Coalition. Our Founder, Zachary, was joined by one of our Co-Founders, and Guest Co-Host, Gwen, for this episode and covered the importance of the ERA, pertinent info about it, and why it's more relevant now than ever.You can learn more about the ERA Coalition by visiting their website, ERACoalition.orgFollow on Social Media: @ERACoalition

In this interview, we sat down and talked with Noel Heatherland, an organizer in Georgia, who talked about defeating anti-LGBTQ legislation, the release of Rodney Taylor from ICE custody, and upcoming elections.You can follow Noel on social media, noel4collectiveliberationOther names and accounts mentioned include:@BringAmaryHome@BringGodfreyWadeHomeNew GoFundMe (verified) to help Rodney Taylor rebuild: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-rodney-rebuild-after-ice-detention?attribution_id=sl:2451c251-39b7-47d1-824e-ad67077b20f0&lang=en_US&ts=1777845195&utm_campaign=pd_ss_icons&utm_content=amp17_te-amp20_control&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Oliver Larkin, a candidate running for Congress in Florida, District 023.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.oliverforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ofc_social?refcode=x_050326Socials: oliveradamslarkin

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Oliver Ma, a candidate running for LT. Governor of California.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://oliverma2026.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/electolivermaSocials: oliverforca

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Robb Ryerse, a candidate running for Congress in Arkansas, District 03.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.robbforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/robbforcongressdotcomSocials: robbryerse

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Lauren Reinhold, a candidate running for Congress in Kansas, District 01. We were also joined by our friend of the podcast, and a surprise guest host, @TheCateRussell! This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.laurenforkansas.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/lauren-reinhold-1Socials: laurenforkansas

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Joz Sida, a candidate running for Mayor of Fontana, California.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.jozsidaforfontana.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jozforfontanaSocials: https://www.instagram.com/jozsidaforfontana

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Coach LeVon Barnes, a candidate running for North Carolina House of Representatives, District 064.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.levonfornc.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/levonforncSocials: levonfornc

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Erin Block, a candidate running for Williamson County, Texas County Clerk .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.erinforwilco.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/erin-for-wilcoSocials: erinforwilco

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Nico Parra, a candidate running for the Georgia State House of Representatives, District 109 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.votenicoparra.com/Donate: http://secure.actblue.com/donate/votenicoparraSocials: votenicoparra

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Dakarai Larriett, a candidate running for United States Senate in Alabama.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://dakarailarriett.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/dakarai-larriett-2Socials: dakarailarriettforsenate

As part of our new series, each week, Zachary and Gwen will be sitting down to go over the most recent headlines and breaking news stories that you may have missed. We will also have special guests, announcements, and a conversation about the issues impacting our communities. Be sure to follow us on social media (Threads, Instagram) @RiseAboveJusticeMovement, and we are also on Facebook, BlueSky and UpScrolled. Venmo: RiseAboveJusticeMovementMerch: https://gwen-levey-shop.fourthwall.com/

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Audrey Denney, a candidate running for Congress in California, District 01.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://audreyforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/adwebsite?refcode=headerSocials: audreyforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Ardelia Holmes, a candidate running for Congress in Ohio, District 11 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.ardeliaholmes.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ardeliaforcongressSocials: ardeliahofficial

In this episode, we sat down to talk with, a candidate running for .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.williamcompton.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/compton4congress26Socials: compton4ky2026

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Sarah Ann Masse, who was a whistleblower who came forward about Harvey Weinstein. "Sarah is an LA-based, bisexual, and invisibly disabled actor, writer, singer, producer, filmmaker, and comedian who was one of the first people to come forward about Weinstein. Since facing career retaliation due to speaking up about abuse, she launched ‘Hire Survivors Hollywood‘ – a non profit organization that works to end retaliation against survivors of sexual violence within the entertainment industry while creating a safer, more equitable world for all."Bio is from Sarah's website: https://www.sarahannmasse.com/Socials: sarahannmasse

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Liban Mohamed, a candidate running for Congress in Utah, District 01.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.libanforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/liban-websiteSocials: liban4congress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Mike Croley, a candidate running for Congress in Tennessee, District 06 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://croleyforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mikefortn6aSocials: croleyforcongresstn6

In this episode, we sat down and talked with our friend, collaborator, and extended member of our organizing team, Ricky Longoria, also known as @TheGayLiberal on social media.Socials: @TheGayLiberal

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Sarah Preu, a candidate running for Congress in Kansas, District 03 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.sarahpreu2026.com/Donate: https://www.sarahpreu2026.com/donateSocials: sarah4ks3rd

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Shavonne Hedgepeth, a candidate running for Congress in Maryland, District 04.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://voteshavonneforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/shavonne-hedgepeth-4?ref=websiteSocials: shavonne4congress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Jeromie Whalen, a candidate running for Congress in Massachusetts, District 01.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.whalenforcongressma.com/Donate: jeromiewhalenSocials: jeromiewhalen

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Sami Siteman, an independent music artist and songwriter.In this episode, we talked about what it's like being an independent music artist and shattering mental health stigma.Website: https://www.samisiteman.com/Socials: samisitemanmusic

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Alex Rikleen, a candidate running for United States Senate in Massachusetts .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.alexrikleen.us/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/alexrikleenSocials: rikleenalex

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Reed Stillson, a candidate running for Fulton County, Georgia County Commission, District 03 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://reedstillson.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/succeedwithreedSocials: reedstillsonatl

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Yen Bailey, a candidate running for Congress in Florida, District 02 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://yenbaileyforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/yen_kl_liveSocials: @yenbaileyforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Jackson Franklin, a candidate running for Congress in Indiana, District 05 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://jacksonfranklinforcongress.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/supportfranklinSocials: jacksonfranklinforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Shenea Booth, a candidate running for Nevada State Assembly, District 22.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: sheneafornevada.comDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/shenea-booth-for-assemblySocials:

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Natalie Flores, a candidate running for Wilson County, Tennessee Commission, District 23 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: flores4tn.comDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/natalie-flores-wccd23Socials: @flores4tn

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Robin Wilt, a candidate running for Congress in New York, District 25.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: robinforus.comDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/founders-robin4usSocials: @wiltforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Matt Ortega, a candidate running for Congress in California, District 14.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: mattortega.comDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/mo-webSocials: @mattortegaforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Nicolas Carjuzaa, a candidate running for Congress in California, District 08 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: carjuzaaforcongress.orgDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/carjuzaa_for_congressSocials: @carjuzaa_for_congress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Aaron Baker, a candidate running for Georgia State Representative, DIstrict 51 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: aaron4ga.comDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/aaron4gaSocials: @aaron4ga

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Erin Petrey, a candidate running for Congress in Kentucky, Congressional District 06.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: erinpetrey.comDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/petreySocials: erin.petrey

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Ashley Bell, a candidate running for North Carolina, Congressional District, 10.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: ashleybellforcongress.comDonate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/ashleybellncSocials: @ashleybellforcongress

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Jeremy Devito, a candidate running for Congress in Alabama, District 5.This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://jeremytakesthehouse.org/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jeremytakesthehouseSocials: jeremytakesthehouse

In this episode, we sat down to talk with, a candidate running for .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://www.karishmaforsenate.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/karishmaforsenateSocials: karishmaforsenate

In this episode, we sat down to talk with Cameron Tennyson, a candidate running for California, District 30 .This episode is part of our growing Candidate Series, where we interview, highlight, and shine a light on progressive candidates running for various elected offices across the country.Website: https://cameronforcongress.org/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/cameronforcongressSocials: cameron.for.congress

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Amanda Puszcek, running for Congress in Alabama, District 04.This episode is a part of our growing Candidate Series, where we are interviewing, highlighting, and shining a light on progressive candidates running across the country for various elected offices.Website: https://www.amandaforalabama.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/amandaforalabamaSocials: amandaforalabama

In this episode, we sat down and talked with Jeremiah Olney, a candidate running for State House in Georgia, District 57.This episode is a part of our growing Candidate Series, where we are interviewing, highlighting, and shining a light on progressive candidates running across the country for various elected offices.Website: https://www.votejeremiah.com/Donate: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/jeremiah-olney-1Socials: votejeremiah