the roots of change podcast
the roots of change podcast
Podcast Description
We talk about navigating heart-first activism & storytelling. Host Sam Chavez connects with organizations, campaigns, and social change communicators who are boldly creating change in today's social, political, tech & media landscape.
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The podcast explores themes of heart-first activism, digital rights, and social change, with episodes discussing topics like the economic realities under the Trump administration, strategies for de-Googling our lives, and practical resistance tactics against rising authoritarianism, including discussions on mental health and activism in times of crisis.
🧑🌾 Cultivating Connections, Empowering Change – We talk about navigating heart-first activism & decolonizing storytelling (media & tech).
Host Sam Chavez connects with organizations, movement leaders, & social change communicators who are boldly creating change in today’s social, political, tech & media landscape with heart, hope, & a grounded nervous system.
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Hi y’all! 👋🏽 For our last public podcast of the year, we root into the winter with collaborator Taryn Talley. We recorded on Trans Day of Remembrance and addressed the hate against the trans community as a fear of freedom. As two spirit people, we balanced trans hate with indigenous community care. We share ideas to deepen your community organizing, concrete steps for addressing food insecurity, and the necessity of self-care in activism. Watch today’s episode.
This winter is a time to reflect and build resilient organizing practices for the year to come. We can build revolutionary act of self-love as a means to combat oppression that radiate beyond ourselves.
“”Community will save us.”
🌱 Become a Seedling Member Today! Get more behind-the-scenes action from our trip and go deeper with activists & organizers at just $2/month.
Timestamps
- 00:00 Trans Day of Remembrance: A Call to Action
- 02:58 Understanding Violence Against Trans Communities
- 08:54 The Role of Hate vs. Fear in Transphobia
- 11:54 Connecting Historical to Today’s Issues
- 14:31 Indigenous Perspectives on Community and Organizing
- 23:18 Cultural Connections and Community Support
- 27:21 Food Sovereignty and Community Organizing
- 31:31 Self-Care and Sustainable Activism
- 33:47 Grounding Practices for Winter
- 50:01 Empowerment Through Intentional Choices
“We need to be remembered.”
About Taryn
Taryn is Fractional Head of Marketing helping Brands through integrated marketing strategies. LGBTQ2SIA+(Transgender/Two Spirit) and Indigenous advocate. Offers a unique blend of strategic vision, deep tactical expertise, and proven results.
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