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Love in a F*cked Up World

Dean Spade
Relationships
Queer Liberation
Jealousy
Abolition
Emotion Regulation
Long-Distance Relationships
Trans Liberation
Mutual Aid
Healing
Love In a Fcked Up World
Embodiment
Possessiveness
Marsha P. Johnson
Transformative Justice
Pedestalization
Electronic Communication
Communication Skills
Conflict Resolution
Possession Vs Non-Possession In Relationships
Crisis

Why do so many of us act our worst in relationships? How can we hold on to our liberatory values even when strong feelings are involved? For 25 years, Dean Spade has been working in movements for queer and trans liberation and to end police, prisons, immigration enforcement, and war. In his new podcast, Love in a F*cked Up World, Dean and his guests offer concrete tools for building and sustaining... more

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Latest Episodes

How can you tell when it's time to leave a relationship with a person, project, job, or group? How can you tell if you have a tendency to walk away too fast or to stay too long in relationships? Morgan Bassichis is back to go deep into these question... more

Prentis Hemphill joins Dean Spade in this episode to talk about love, organizing, and healing. They talk about projection, practice, and their approaches to writing books in the self help genre.

Check out Prentis's book, What it Takes to Heal, and p... more

Is sexting sex? And is sexting cheating if someone is monogamous? How can we be clear in our communication and boundaries? Can we feel ok giving a maybe or accepting a no? 

Morgan Bassichis is back with Dean to talk through frequently asked question... more

Mariame Kaba joins Dean Spade for this episode of Love in a F*cked Up World. Mariame and Dean talk about the dangers of putting leaders on pedestals in our movements, what to do when you or someone you know is getting canceled, how to relate to the c... more

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Recent Guests

Mariame Kaba
An abolitionist and anti-violence organizer, founder of Project NIA and Interrupting Criminalization.
Episode: Mariame Kaba
Morgan Bassichis
An amazing artist, performer, and anti-Zionist and abolitionist organizer.
Episode: What Else is True?

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Dean Spade
Host with extensive experience in movements for queer and trans liberation, focusing on fostering healthy relationships amidst social justice challenges.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Dean Spade rules

    Revelatory and delightful—like everything Dean Spade writes, speaks or produces

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Seeyobahn
    United States2 months ago
  • all we have is each other

    Systems of domination, oppression, and sociopolitical control tell us that we are all individuals and that working together is futile. Thankfully, we have Dean Spade and his offerings, tools, and resources to negate that myth, nourish community, and show us that we are stronger together.

    This podcast is an invaluable resource geared toward building community, solidarity across causes, and how our relationships, connections, and values are all intertwined.

    Highly recommend, along with the res... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    usernamedotcom
    United States3 months ago
  • We are all we’ve got, and we have skills

    Competence is way to defeat hoplesssness. Dean Spade and these guests have been figuring out how we can help each other survive and are sharing their wisdom here. It’s not that deep but it does require deep humility and radical love. Fabulous podcast, brilliant minds!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    08030Harry
    United States3 months ago
  • Don’t sleep on this show, listen ASAP

    I’ve been following Dean Spade since his first book, Normal Life, and second book Mutual Aid, and this third book and podcast offers an unparalleled synthesis of how relational dynamics and skills are essential to the political and social transformation we seek to heal our world radically.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CalvinBeee
    United States3 months ago
  • Yes! Yes! Yes!

    So grateful that Dean Spade has entered the podcast realm. Wisdom, humor, and useful tools abound. This is a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LI5Gold
    United States4 months ago

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Reviewers highlight the emphasis on emotional health and the actionable tools provided, marking the podcast as a crucial resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of healthy relationships in challenging contexts.
Listeners praise the show for its insightful discussions around personal and political relationships, often emphasizing how valuable the content is for navigating the complexities of modern connections.
Many appreciate Dean Spade's perspective and ability to intertwine activism with relationship dynamics, noting that the content is refreshing and necessary for fostering community.

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Long Distance and Electronic Communication
Q: What should I be thinking about as the visit approaches?
Consider structuring in some time apart during the visit and staying connected to your local life to help with potential devastation when the visit ends.
Mariame Kaba
Q: What do you mean when you say hope is a discipline?
Hope is not just a feeling; it's the action of pursuing change and engaging with our communities.
Mariame Kaba
Q: Mariame, what do you think helps with the problem of pedestalization in activism?
Pedestalizing others leads to disappointment and can harm movements. We should focus on accountability and the understanding that everyone is flawed.

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What is Love in a F*cked Up World about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A focus on the complexities of relationships serves as a central theme in discussions, highlighting how personal connections often intersect with broader social justice issues. Topics such as liberation, community engagement, accountability, and emotional regulation are consistently addressed, all while emphasizing the importance of maintaining liberatory values despite interpersonal challenges. Additionally, episodes offer practical tools for navigating relationship dynamics and emotional complexities, aiding listeners in fostering healthier connections, thereby reinforcing the foundation of collective resistance against systemic injustices. The conversations blend personal experiences and activism, creating a unique space that merges pers... more

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