The Practivist Pod

Today I have a conversation with the Founder and Executive Director of “Mind the Movement”, The first mental health fund for democracy and movement workers.For the past 8 years, Ashley Williams has built and led national democracy and political programs. She’s the creator of the largest political organizing training of all time where she trained 60,000 people in 4 weeks through a partnership between Crooked Media and Organizing Together 2020.Prior to her work at Organizing Together, she managed Swing Left’s College Fellowship Program, served as the Deputy Campaign Director for the national nonpartisan program Power the Polls, and served as Managing Director for an advocacy consulting firm. Most recently she was the Senior Advisor of Student Engagement for Save the Children's, followed by time at Harris for President HQ where she was the National Out-of-State Volunteer Director.Steve Linktreemindthemovement.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve PiersonProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We had a big night of primary results and while we still have more updates to come in California, we’ve already learned a lot and have an updated rating in the Iowa Senate race. We also talk about some big wins against the Trump crime family and, as it turns out, Americans really don’t like rampant corruption from any party and that is reflected in Trump’s ever sinking approval ratings.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Steve LinktreeJason Linktreewww.nokings.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

I’m excited to share this interview because I love to highlight the great work being done by local organizers who make a big impact. Charlie Homer was introduced to me by a listener who wrote in to let us know about the organizing against Citizen’s Bank and their support of ICE detention centers. He is a key organizer in the De-ICE Citizens Bank campaign.Steve LinktreeJason Linktreewww.de-icecitizensbank.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve PiersonProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we recap another crazy week in which a US Senator was tear gassed by ICE agents, a corrupt craven criminal Trump sycophant is the Republican nominee for Senate in Texas, and more redistricting battles end up backfiring for Republicans in South Carolina and Alabama. And we are less than a week away from our California Primary with major implications for control of the House!Steve LinktreeJason Linktreepoweredxpeople.orgswipeblue.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As primaries across the country are in full swing, we talk about the most blatant and craven act of corruption and self dealing in the history of our country. Trump’s approval rating hits the 30’s and he’s trying to rake in all that he can to appease his base and try to keep them from talking about the Epstein Files.Steve LinktreeJason Linktreewww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, Trump’s approvals keep sinking deeper into the toilet as he heads to China for a summit amidst the backdrop of his failing war of choice. Meanwhile here in America, we are fighting back against the egregious redistricting push by Republicans in the wake of SCOTUS’ Callais decision.Steve LinktreeJason Linktreewww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Iman Jordan is a singer/songwriter/producer whose artistry bridges music, community, and activism. He was recently awarded the Harry Belafonte Best Song for Social Change Award at the 2025 Grammys. A sought-after songwriter, Iman has written for Rihanna, Jazmine Sullivan, Alicia Keys, and many more. He is also the host of the Artivism Podcast!Iman is deeply engaged in merging art with social impact. He has collaborated with initiatives like Joy To The Polls and ProGeorgia’s Women of Color Initiative and he is performing at Blue Wave California’s “California Rising” concert in Los Angeles this Tuesday, May 12th!Steve LinktreeCalifornia Rising Live - May 12th in Los Angeleswww.listentoiman.comwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve PiersonProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today as we are reeling from another disastrous SCOTUS decision, gutting the voting rights act, we talk about what we can do to fight back, take back power in Congress and pass the John Lewis Voting Rights act. Also on 60 minutes Trump swears that he is not a rapist and a pedophile. So glad he cleared that up so now he can release all the Epstein files!Steve LinktreeJason LinktreeCalifornia Rising LIVE - May 12th in Los Angelesmaydaystrong.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today Steve has a conversation about the power of state houses, the push for national single payer healthcare and the National Popular vote with Michigan State Rep. Carrie Rheingans.Rep. Rheingans believes that every policy issue is a health issue. Her passion and career have been in the service of advancing health equity. Carrie grew up in rural Michigan, and earned a bachelor of science, master of public health and master of social work from the University of Michigan. Before being elected to office, she was a project director for the Michigan Public Health Institute and a lecturer at the U of M School of Social Work. Carrie is also a member of the American Federation of Teachers Local 6244.Steve Linktreewww.carrierheingans.com/micarewww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve PiersonProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As we record, we are celebrating Earth Day and celebrating another win, this time for an important ballot measure in Virginia. Thanks to all of your work, Democrats are now in a position to flip 4 Virginia congressional seats! But we still have to do the work! We’ll give you your to do list and as always, our reasons for hope.Steve LinktreeJason LinktreePre-Registration Resourcesmaydaystrong.orgCalifornia Rising LIVE - May 12th in LAwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s been another insane week starting off with Trump attacking the Pope and portraying himself as Jesus, but even he can’t distract us from his crumbling MAGA coalition, and the repudiation of authoritarianism in Hungary and around the world. And to help us prepare for the midterms and breakdown the state of the CA gubernatorial race, we are joined by political strategist, Christian Esperias!Steve LinktreeJason LinktreeMake Calls to Virginia VotersMay 12th - California Rising Live ConcertApril 29th - Field Team 6 Strategy Briefing www.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today as TACO Trump continues to distract the world from the Epstein Files, we have more election results that are great for Democrats and are sending Republicans scrambling to cheat any and every way they can. Then Steve has a conversation with an amazing grassroots activist who happens to be one of our great friends and she-ros in this movement. The founder of “Hang Out Do Good”, Jen Levin!Steve LinktreeJason Linktreewww.hangoutdogood.comCalifornia Rising Live!Make Calls to Virginia Voterswww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we are still reveling in the aftermath of No Kings III, where we all got together with over 8 million of our closest friends! Not surprisingly Trump continues to cosplay a king with more illegal and unconstitutional executive orders. We are one month into the Iran war, prices continue to go up, and Trump’s approvals continue to go down. We discuss it all and what comes next.Steve LinktreeJason Linktreemaydaystrong.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, as new polls show Trump's approvals at historic lows, we are getting ready to stand up against autocracy at No Kings III this Saturday! We are also celebrating a Democratic statehouse flip in the heart of Mordor (also known as Mar-a-lago). Then Chris Melody Fields Figueredo, the executive director of the Ballot Initiative Strategy Center, shares insights into the power of ballot measures, the fight against authoritarianism, and how community-led initiatives can drive meaningful change.Steve LinktreeJason Linktreeballot.orgNoKings.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, Trump's war of choice in Iran continues as the cost of living here in America continues to rise. We talk about how you can help highlight his deeply unpopular policies and fight back against this regime’s fascist and failing efforts to subvert our democracy. Then Steve has a powerful conversation about “great replacement theory” with educator and author of the new book, “Chain of Ideas - The Origins of Our Authoritarian Age,” Dr. Ibram X. Kendi.Steve LinktreeJason Linktreenokings.orgChain of Ideas Bookwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we’ve got more primary results as Trump’s war of choice continues to cost lives and billions across the world and here at home. We also talk about the so-called “Save America Act” and the so-called “Markwayne Mullin” nomination. Then we hear from an amazing woman who is recruiting and training the next generation of women's herstory makers, the Executive Director of DemocraShe, our friend, Sarah Jakle.Steve LinktreeJason Linktreewww.democrashe.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we have our first primary results of the midterms! The midterms are here!!! So we will talk about the state of the Texas Senate race against a backdrop of our war with Iran and Trump’s extreme dog wagging. Then Steve has a great conversation with one of the leaders fighting to protect our communities from the epidemic of gun violence, President of Everytown for Gun Safety, John Feinblatt.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Steve LinktreeJason LinktreeEverytown For Gun Safetywww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today Jess is back from DC and Steve is back from the CA Dem Convention so we catch up on all things Democrats and no things State of The Union (except for how badly it sucked). Of course we will also talk about Republicans’ attempts at voter suppression 2.0. Then Steve has a fascinating conversation with a woman who is shaking up a North Carolina Congressional race in a deep red district by running as a self proclaimed fake Republican, Kate Barr.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.katebarrcanwin.comwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jess CravenProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today Jason Berlin fills in for Jess and we talk about Trump's efforts to censor dissent and disrupt our elections, both of which will backfire spectacularly. Then Steve has an important conversation about our country’s move towards authoritarianism and how we beat it back with narrative communications expert, and author of “The Defiance Dispatch”, Jiggy Geronimo.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreedefiancedispatch.substack.comBlueWaveCalifornia.orgFieldTeam6.orgIndivisible.orgwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothVideo Edited by KanaiTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we are joined by guest co-host and the Executive Director of Field Team 6, Jason Berlin. We are still celebrating Bad Bunny’s fantastic and MAGA melting performance at the Super Bowl as we call on Congress to protect the vote for millions and ramp up our work to win huge in the midterms. Then we hear from one of our Los Angeles persistence she-ros, the founder and Executive Director of Women’s March Foundation and Women’s March Action, Emiliana Guereca!Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeNo Kings on March 28thField Team 6Blue Wave CaliforniaWomen’s March Foundationwww.practivistpod.comHosted by Steve Pierson and Jason BerlinProduced by Steve Pierson and Trudi RothTitle Song by Steve Pierson performed by Melinda McGrawAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about Trump’s attacks on our elections and how we can fight back, the new Epstein files drop, the Senate’s DHS negotiation ramp-up and why Black History month matters now more than ever. Then, Steve has a conversation with civil rights leader, host of “Wide Awake America” and President of Color of Change, Nadine Smith.Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreecolorofchange.org5calls.orgwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today as we are grieving yet another killing at the hands of Trump’s gestapo in Minneapolis we are also witnessing cracks in the republican coalition and an ever growing opposition to the Trump regime’s fascist aspirations. To help us break down what is happening on the ground and how we fight back in the leadup to the midterms and beyond, is the co-founder and co-executive director of Indivisible, Ezra Levin.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreeindivisible.orgwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about America’s shifting place on the world stage, ICE’s continuing mayhem, and Trump’s approval ratings hitting a new low. Meanwhile, republicans continue to search for their balls. Then we talk about campaign finance reform with the President of End Citizens United, Tiffany Muller.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.endcitizensunited.orgwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we ask for a refund on our 14 day free trial of 2026. But since we didn’t read the fine print, we are going to talk about the horrific ICE escalations in Minneapolis, hear about a focus group with disaffected Trump voters, and also talk about what’s going on in Capitol Hill. Then we catch up on the state of independent media and get a rundown on Trump’s failures in Venezuela with the Executive Editor of Occupy Democrats, Grant Stern.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We start off the new year mourning the tragic murder of Renee Nicole Good at the hands of an ICE agent in Minneapolis, watching Trump try to literally take over the western hemisphere, and hoping that congress will pass an ACA premium tax credit extension. Welcome to 2026! Then we get ready for the work ahead of us this year with the ACLU's Chief Political and Advocacy Officer, Deirdre Schifeling.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreehttps://act.aclu.org/a/join-our-volunteer-teamshttps://www.aclu.org/know-your-rightswww.aclu.orgwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

It’s been a horrific week. We’ll talk about the series of tragedies we witnessed over the weekend, Trump’s repugnant response… and the response to his response. The Vanity Fair bombshell (or was it)? And another overperformance in a downballot special election. Then Steve has a powerful discussion with communications expert, Anat Shenker-Osorio, about the rise of authoritarianism and weaponisation of hate all around the world, and how we stand up against it, not just by winning elections but by building a movement for real change.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeASOCommunications.comwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about more big wins for Democrats in special elections, Trump’s latest racist, xenophobic, frankly completely unhinged rant, the affordability “hoax,” and the big healthcare vote coming up this week. Then we talk about the Trump regime’s disastrous foreign policy shift and what it means for us here and abroad with national security expert and former Deputy Assistant Secretary of State, Joel Rubin.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today while Hegseth tries to shift blame on heinous war crimes, and Trump sleeps through cabinet meetings, we are going over the results of yet another huge Democratic overperformance, this time in Tennessee. Then we hear about the national effort to register and turn out under-represented voters from the Executive Director of the Voter Participation Center, Tom Lopach.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreevoterparticipation.orgwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we are giving thanks for you, our listeners, and everyone who is stepping up, however they are able, to fight back against the Trump regime and help us build a better future for us all. And Steve shares an inspiring interview with activist, writer, producer Ellen Gavin, and director, actor, Natasha Estrada. The two of them teamed up to create a powerful video featuring Civil Rights and labor icon, Dolores Huerta, to shed light on the truth and use their skills to make an impact.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UPJh4EaFO-gJess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Congress finally passed the Epstein bill overwhelmingly, dealing a huge blow to Trump and a long awaited win for the survivors. And in another blow to the Trump regime, the Texas gerrymandered maps are struck down. What a week! We discuss it all and then hear from veteran campaign consultant and communications expert Alyssa Cass about how we are closer than you think to ditching the electoral college with the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.nationalpopularvote.comwww.aftynforcongress.comwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we’ve got a wild week to discuss as we are still reveling in our election day wins while grappling with the repercussions of the end of the budget fight. Then as Trump continues to make false claims about our elections, we talk about how safe our voting systems actually are with the President and CEO of Verified Voting, Pamela Smith.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreeverifiedvoting.orgweaintbuyingit.comwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we are celebrating our huge wins all over the country in a clear repudiation of Trump and his brutal destructive policies. Democrats continue to overperform expectations. What a night! To further breakdown all of our wins and what this means for Democrats moving forward into the midterms, we speak with the Chair of the DNC, Ken Martin!Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

We are now 30 days into the Trump shutdown but while Republicans enjoy their paid vacation at the expense of our health care and food assistance, it is GOTV time all over our Country! We are just days away from Election Day, so we are going to talk about how you can get involved and make an impact. Jess is traveling today so joining to help us out this week is the host of “Punching Up” on Lincoln Square Media and co-host of “The Breakdown” with Lincoln Project co-founder Rick Wilson, as well as "Protect & Serve" with former police officer Michael Fanone, Comedian and writer, Maya May!Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreemayaonstage.comVolunteer on Prop 50GET-OUT-THE-VOTE ELECTION DMSwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we are still riding the high from our historic No Kings day of protest while the trump regime keeps the government closed, ratchets up the corruption and demos the east wing of the White House. They’re doing everything they can to stomp on our buzz, but we won’t let them!Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeVolunteer on Prop 50Local Election Cheat Sheetwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about the heinous young Republican group chat uncovered by Politico and what it means about the GOP, and our young men. We also look at where we are with the Trump shutdown and what’s happening in the “hellscapes” of Portland and Chicago. Then, Steve has a conversation about voting rights and the Republican power grab with Mother Jones correspondent and author of “Minority Rule - The Right Wing Attack on the Will of the People - and the Fight To Resist It”, Ari Berman.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeOct. 18th No Kings DayCA Prop 50 - Volunteerwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, as the Trump regime ramps up National Guard deployments in American cities, we are talking about Democratic wins, both electorally and in messaging. Then we have a great conversation with the founder and Chief Strategy Officer of Way to Win, and host of “Charting The Way Forward”, our friend Jenifer Fernandez Ancona!Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeOct. 18th No Kings DayCA Prop 50 - Volunteerwww.votefwd.orghttps://www.instagram.com/threepointfivepercent/www.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we were going to take a vacation like all of the Republicans in the House decided to do, but instead we are here fighting alongside Democrats to save our health care while also hiding our hands in our faces like a General summoned to Quantico. And we’ve got a great conversation filled with perspective and hope with the author of the “Today’s Edition Newsletter,” Robert Hubbell!Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeRobert Hubbell’s “Today’s Edition Newsletter”Oct. 18th No Kings DayCA Prop 50 - Volunteerwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we discuss the continued attacks on free speech, and how we saved Kimmel and our 1st amendment, Trump’s unhinged and embarrassing performance at the UN (and on an escalator), and the impending GOP government shutdown. Then Steve has an inspiring conversation that will give you perspective and hope about this dark time with organizing icon Heather Booth.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeOct. 18th No Kings DayCA Prop 50 - Volunteerwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, particularly the attacks on free speech and lies about political violence, and we look at Trump’s tanking economy and how he really really doesn’t want us to talk about it. Then we talk to two volunteer leaders in DIY activism who are helping spread our messages of resistance and hope all over the country with the Visibility Brigade.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreevisibilitybrigade.comHelp us Pass Prop 50No Kings on Oct 18thwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today while RFK jr is working to make America sick again, we talk about more regressive budget fights, and of course, the Epstein birthday card that is NOT a gift for Trump. Then we hear how we can mobilize lower propensity voters around environmental issues with the Founder of the Environmental Voter Project and “voting guru,” Nathaniel Stinnett.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeVolunteer to pass Prop 50October 18th No Kingswww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about the latest on the Epstein files, including today’s press conference with 15 of the victims, the disastrous unraveling of the CDC, Trump’s 5 billion dollar crypto haul, and more protests everywhere! Then Steve has a great conversation with the ranking member of the House Budget Committee, Congressman Brendan Boyle.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeVolunteer to Pass CA Prop 50No King’s Rallies 10/18/25www.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

As trump threatens to bring the military into other blue cities on the pretense of fighting crime, the epidemic of gun violence once again goes unanswered by republicans as we reel from yet another school shooting. Then Steve has a great conversation with one of our frontline Congressmembers from California, Representative Dave Min.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeVolunteer to Pass CA Prop 50Workers Over Billionaires Labor Day Rallieswww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about the redistricting push in Texas (the bad racist one) and the redistricting push in California (the one that might save our democracy). And because republicans can’t win without putting in the fix, now Trump is attacking Vote by mail. Then we hear from someone who is at the tip of the spear in our resistance against the Trump regime, Chair of the Los Angeles County Democratic Party, Mark Ramos.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreestopelectionrigging.comwww.lacdp.orgBlue Wave CA and MSW Media Victory FundEmail the League of Women Voters: [email protected] Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about Trump’s DC invasion slash distraction, and Trump’s new MAGA Bureau of Labor statistics pick. A job that is way more important than it sounds. Then we talk all things redistricting with Professor of Politics at Pomona College and CA Redistricting Commissioner, Dr. Sara Sadhwani.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktreewww.fightthetrumptakeover.comwww.fiftyfifty.onewww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about the terrible job numbers and trump’s authoritarian response, the Texas and now national redistricting fight, and the Epstein oversight subpoena, but we are NOT talking about Trump’s stupid-ass rooftop stunts. Then Steve sits down with one of the Texas State Legislators that is breaking quorum and fighting the egregious gerrymandering in Texas, Representative Cassandra Garcia Hernandez.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeTexas State Democratic Caucuswww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we discuss Trump's continuing no good very bad terrible week both at home and abroad as the Epstein scandal and his asinine trade wars create the lowest approval ratings in the first 6 months ever recorded. We also talk about the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Then we get some practical advice about how you can make an impact by helping to amplify Democratic messages from the Executive Director of DemCast, Nick Knudsen.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeDemCastWorld Central Kitchenwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today we talk about the Epstein scandal that just shut down the House of Representatives, Stephen Colbert’s insane cancellation, and what we want you to do on Congress’s extra-long recess! And then Steve has a great convo with one of the leading youth engagement leaders in the country, the founder of Voters of Tomorrow, Santiago Mayer.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeBlue Wave CA Candidate ForumVoters of Tomorrow Summitwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today, we talk about the Epstein upset that’s roiling MAGA world, a vicious rescissions package in the senate and how it relates to disaster preparedness. And then Steve has a great conversation about the fight to protect our vote with one of the top election lawyers in the country, Elias Law Group Partner, Jackie Lopez.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeBlue Wave Congressional ForumGood Trouble Lives OnDemocracy DocketCartoons For Democracywww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

After a tragic week of news, we talk about devastating floods in Texas and in New Mexico, why the so-called “Alligator Allcatraz” needs a new name, and how republicans want to make medicaid recipients work in the fields. Then Steve has a conversation about how we can reach voters in red and purple states with CA Congressman, Ro Khanna.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve LinktreeGood Trouble Lives On July 17thBlue Wave Victory FundLA VoiceVisibilty Brigadewww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Today as the “Big Ugly Bullshit Bill” has passed the Senate, it now goes to the House where thanks to you, its fate is uncertain. We talk about what could happen next and what it could mean for the midterms. We also talk about the escalating ICE attacks on our communities. Then we have a conversation about how we can build our power for 2026, 2028 and beyond by registering voters now, with the founder and Executive Director of Field Team 6, Jason Berlin.Practivist Call in Number: ‪(818) 824-4286Jess LinktreeSteve Linktree5calls.orgFieldTeam6.orgVoterizer.orgwww.practivistpod.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy