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Red for Revolution

Radiotopia
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The American President
Lorraine Giovanni
Ella Ali
Revolution
John Birch Society
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Jazmine James
Busy Beaver Button Museum
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Social Security Administration
Gossip
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Conspiracy Theories
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American Politics
Butter
Movie Theater
Diacetyl
Our House

Radiotopia Presents: Red for Revolution is an audio drama centering intergenerational stories of Black women, queer love, and liberation. We meet Jazmine, an 18-year-old grappling with her queer identity, first crush, and the delicate task of mending her relationship with her homophobic mother. As Jazmine seeks solace and guidance from her grandmother, we are transported back to 1971, to follow th... more

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On May 24, 2025 in LA, Red for Revolution's creator/writer/director Jana Naomi Smith joined The Frogs for a rollicking live taping of their podcast, to talk career, inspiration, the origins of R4R, and for a live performance featuring Caro Guzmán.

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As tensions escalate and hearts are both shattered and healed, our season one love story reaches its climax in the City of Love. Jazmine’s family surprises her with a graduation trip to Paris, but little do they know, she has a surprise of her own in... more

As tensions between Jazmine and her mother boil over, Grandma Ella steps in, guiding the three women to confront the painful reality of intergenerational homophobia. Meanwhile, back in the 1970s, the stakes soar for Ella and Lorraine’s relationship a... more

Jazmine holds space for Ms. Lorraine as she shares her story of substance abuse, inspiring a conversation about grace and self-acceptance. Meanwhile, back in the 70s, a younger Lorraine confesses her substance abuse to Ella, generating a difficult im... more

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Recent Guests

Jana Naomi Smith
Creator and director of Red for Revolution, recognized for her work in audio drama and black storytelling.
Radiotopia
Episode: Red for Revolution x The Frogs
Caro Guzmán
Indomitable actress and producer of a short film called Tendeja.
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Episode: Red for Revolution x The Frogs
Epatha Merkerson
Ella Ali, Present Day
Episode: Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
Loretta Devine
Lorraine Giovanni, Present Day
Episode: Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
Renée Wilson
Lorraine Giovanni, in the 1970s
Episode: Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
Rutina Wesley
Ella Ali, in the 1970s
Episode: Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
Jennifer Beals
Suzanne Sands
Episode: Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
David Alan Graf
Pilot
Episode: Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
Ashley J. Hobbs
Ruby
Episode: Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather

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#37
Netherlands/Fiction/Drama
Apple Podcasts
#102
Netherlands/Fiction
Apple Podcasts
#197
Austria/Fiction/Drama

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Q: What was so special about the diarrhea button that made it a subject of interest?
It captured the curiosity of collectors and researchers alike, sparking a quest to uncover its origins.
Radiotopia Presents: Red for Revolution
Q: You're a black woman that people listen to that must feel wonderful, doesn't it?
Ella reflects on her experience as a black woman in a position where people listen to her, hinting at the complexities of that experience.
Radiotopia Presents: Red for Revolution
Q: Did you tell your grandmother that you got in touch with the Lorraine Giovanni?
Jazmine is discussing her feelings about sharing her experiences with her grandmother and how they have commonalities.
Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
Q: What happened after your grandmother kicked you out?
For years, it was just me and Joanne running around getting into trouble, eventually leading me to Hollywood and a world I wasn't familiar with.
Red for Revolution 3 - Stormy Weather
Q: Can you tell me about your upbringing?
Growing up, nobody paid me any mind, and my mother didn't want to be a mother, resulting in a distant relationship.

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What is Red for Revolution about and what kind of topics does it cover?

An engaging audio drama weaves together the intergenerational narratives of Black women, exploring themes of queer love and personal liberation. The story follows Jazmine, an 18-year-old woman navigating her queer identity and her strained relationship with her homophobic mother, seeking wisdom from her grandmother, who has her own rich past. Listeners are taken back to 1971, where they experience the intense love affair between jazz singer Lorraine Giovanni and activist Ella Ali, illustrating a connection that transcends their differing backgrounds and political views. The series uniquely highlights the struggles and triumphs of its characters against the backdrop of significant cultural and civil rights movements, making it a compelling l... more

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