Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchBook Bans and Brave Librarians: Fighting for Freedom of Expression in Virginia
Season 1 Episode 48
In this episode, Karen sits down with Lisa, the executive director of the Virginia Library Association, about the attack on democracy and the challen…
2 years, 1 month ago
Lights, Camera, Activism: How '1946' is Sparking a Movement for Change
Season 1 Episode 47
In this episode of the Defense of Democracy podcast, Karen sits down with Sharon Rocchi Roggio, the producer of the documentary film '1946'.
The film…
2 years, 1 month ago
Mobilizing for Trans and Queer Rights in Your Neighborhood
Season 1 Episode 46
In this episode, Karen talks with Erin, an advocate for the trans and queer community. They discuss the challenges faced by trans and queer youth, th…
2 years, 1 month ago
Courageous Voices: Fighting Book Bans and LGBTQ+ Censorship in Tennessee
Season 1 Episode 45
In this episode Karen sits down with Tiffany Fee, founder of the Rutherford County Library Alliance. They discuss the attacks on public libraries and…
2 years, 1 month ago
Defending Education: Inside Oklahoma's Battle Against Defunding
Season 1 Episode 44
In this episode, Karen sits down with Sean and discusses his involvement in defending Oklahoma's education system. Sean highlights the challenges fac…
2 years, 2 months ago
Rebelling Against Religious Extremism: A Hot Conversation with Satanic Temple Activists
Season 1 Episode 43
In this episode, Karen sits down with Andy and June to talk about their involvement with the Satanic Temple and their efforts to combat religious ext…
2 years, 2 months ago
Unveiling Injustice: A Mother's Battle Against Racial Discrimination in Colorado
Season 1 Episode 42
In this episode, Karen sits down to talk with Lacey. She shares her experience of racial discrimination and harassment in her children's school in Ca…
2 years, 2 months ago
Chaplains, Controversy, and Curriculum: Navigating the Crossroads in Texas Schools
Season 1 Episode 41
In this episode Karen sits down with Sheri to discuss her advocacy work and the struggles faced by marginalized communities in Texas.
She highlights …
2 years, 2 months ago
The War on Books and Teachers in Florida
Season 1 Episode 40
In this episode, Karen talks with Michael, a former teacher in Florida. He discusses the challenges and restrictions faced by educators in the state'…
2 years, 2 months ago
Silent Screams: The Unseen Struggles of LGBTQ+ Children up against American Hate Culture
Season 1 Episode 39
In this episode, Karen talks with Lance Preston, the founder of Rainbow Youth Project, discusses the increase in crisis calls from LGBTQ youth and th…
2 years, 3 months ago