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Build the Change is a show about the people at the center of progress hosted by internationally renowned gender non-conforming writer and performance artist Alok Vaid-Menon. We're on a journey across the country, searching for stories about everyday people working together to build something bigger than themselves: Real change. From kelp farmers in Alaska, to LGBTQ students in Appalachia, to candi... more

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Living in a Blue state that isn't considered "up for grabs" in a presidential election can lead to feelings of powerlessness. Tom Hallock and a handful of his friends felt that way in 2016 — so they packed up and traveled out of state to get out the ... more

After Kamala Harris launched her presidential campaign, identity-based groups started popping up and organizing calls to express support and raise money. One of those groups was Swifties4Kamala. While organizing around a common musical taste may seem... more

You can find Democrats wherever you go in this country — north or south, urban or rural, on the coast or otherwise. Sometimes, they’re undecided voters. Sometimes, they’re staunch liberals fighting to find a foothold in a local government dominated b... more

In our second dispatch from the DNC, a group of influencers and changemakers share what first inspired them to step up and make change in their communities. You might have seen some of their posts cross your feed online! Each of them has a unique pat... more

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Jordan James Harville
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Hosts

Alok Vaid-Menon
Internationallly renowned gender non-conforming writer and performance artist who hosts the podcast, focusing on storytelling around progress and change.
Regina Wallace-Jones
CEO of ActBlue with a history of political advocacy and grassroots engagement, contributing to episodes focusing on community-driven change.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 29 ratings
  • Informative thought provoking roadmap to a more positive future

    Interesting for anyone who wants to learn about building grass roots movements

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Listeners appreciate the informative and thought-provoking nature of the content, finding it engaging for those interested in grassroots movements.
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The content features impactful stories from individuals striving for social and political change within their communities. Topics range widely, including grassroots activism, LGBTQ rights, reproductive health, and environmental justice, showcasing the challenges and triumphs of those at the forefront of change. Episodes engage with personal narratives that illustrate how activism influences local and national movements, with a focus on marginalized voices and systemic injustice. The podcast uniquely blends storytelling with activism, offering listeners diverse perspectives and practical insights into creating societal transformation.

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2. Elena Hung
3. Michelle Gross
4. Yolo Akili Robinson
5. Dune Lankard
6. Tricia Kehulani Watson
7. Jordan James Harville
8. Anathia Chena

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