
As long as there’s been oppression, there’ve been people fighting it. This weekly podcast dives into history to drag up the wildest rebels, the most beautiful revolts, and all the people who long to be—and fight to be—free. It explores complex stories of resistance that offer lessons and inspiration for us today, focusing on the ensemble casts that make up each act of history. That is to say, this... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 539 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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Margaret resumes telling you the story of the punks, hippies, and poets in Vancouver, Canada who pioneered the modern harm reduction movement
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Margaret continues her talk with Miriam about the people fighting tooth and nail to save lives right now in Vancouver, Canada
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Margaret talks with Miriam about the people fighting tooth and nail to save lives right now in Vancouver, Canada
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For the amazingly interesting inspirational stories and funny relatable side convos. Kudos.
Uplifting stories of resistance
Margaret is a gem
Love hearing complicated stories of obscure parts of history. It also really helps to have something empowering even in bad moments. Its nice to listen to feel decent for a moment while listening.
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Queer band from Toronto (my town, super queer), you should see a show sometime and visit Church street. Also, I’ve been listening since this show’s release. You’re amazing and I can’t stop listening to your stories. 🫶🏻
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A history-focused show that spotlights rebels, resistance movements, and radical thinkers across centuries. Episodes thread together archival research, personal memoir, and vivid storytelling to illuminate how individuals and small groups challenged power, organized communities, and shaped social change. Listeners can expect deep dives into topics like anarchism, queer history, anti-fascist resistance, and transformative social movements, often featuring historians, authors, and activists who bring context, nuance, and humane storytelling to episodes. A standout aspect is the conversational, narrative-driven approach that balances scholarly insight with accessible, rallying storytelling, making complex histories feel urgent and relevant for... more
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