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Beyond Voting

Emily Williams
Social Justice
American Democracy
Activism
Democracy
2024 Election
Fascism
Grassroots Movements
Artificial Intelligence
Climate Change
Civil Rights
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Green Party
Gaza
2024 Election Cycle
2024 Presidential Election
Black Radical Traditions
Target
Boycotts
Corporate Responsibility
Civic Engagement

Welcome to Beyond Voting! In Season 2, we continue exploring the state of American democracy as it shifts under President Trump’s second term. With seasoned leaders, movement workers, and journalists- you’ll hear visions for a future rooted in care, radical imagination, and everyday people taking action to protect democracy- grounded in working-class solidarity and Indigenous leadership. We dig in... more

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Latest Episodes

What if we've been talking about climate change all wrong?

Emily Williams sits down with Indigenous climate journalist Jenni Monet to examine the climate crisis through the lenses of colonialism, democracy, and justice. From Standing Rock to AI data... more

Artificial intelligence is quickly becoming embedded in everything, from our workplaces to our government. But who really benefits from the world Silicon Valley is building?

In this super sized episode of Beyond Voting, host Emily Williams speaks wi... more

As Beyond Voting resumes season two, we’re entering a new chapter - fully independent and committed to continuing this work into season three and beyond.

Like so many independent media projects, the political and economic realities of this moment h... more

After Trump’s new executive orders dismantle federal DEI programs, corporations like Target follow suit, shuttering racial equity initiatives and cutting ties with Black-owned businesses. Communities respond with boycotts—but do they still work in an... more

Democracy in the U.S. is under siege. From ICE raids and mass deportations, to Elon Musk’s

“Department of Government Efficiency” dismantling federal protections, to attacks on education and the press—our institutions are unraveling at unprecedented ... more

In Season 2, we’re taking a closer look at the state of American democracy as it shifts under President Trump’s second term. We dig into what’s changing, who’s paying attention, and how people are fighting back.

This season features conversations wi... more

Do not despair, we have the power to organize, build supportive communities, and challenge harmful policies.

In our special post election edition episode on Beyond Voting. We’re joined by two special guests, Madiba Dennie and Dr. Melina Abdullah. We... more

Have you lost your voice?

On the sixth episode of Beyond Voting, we dive deep with Charlene Carruthers, community organizer, writer, filmmaker, and Black Studies PhD candidate. Charlene is the founding national director of BYP 100, a Chicago -based ... more

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Recent Guests

Jathan Sadowski
Tech researcher and senior lecturer focusing on political economy of information technology
Monash University, This Machine Kills (podcast)
Episode: Big Tech, Big Power, Big Consequences: A Deep Dive with Jathan Sadowski
Nikki Porcher
Founder of Buy From a Black Woman, a nonprofit supporting Black women business owners
Buy From a Black Woman
Episode: Beyond Target: Can Boycotts Still Break Corporate Power? (with Earl Ofari Hutchinson & Nikki Porcher)
Earl Ofari Hutchinson
LA-based author, activist, and political analyst, president of the Los Angeles Urban Policy Roundtable
Los Angeles Urban Policy Roundtable
Episode: Beyond Target: Can Boycotts Still Break Corporate Power? (with Earl Ofari Hutchinson & Nikki Porcher)
Karen Attiah
Award-winning Washington Post journalist
The Washington Post
Episode: Season 2- Beyond Voting Returns!
Jenni Monet
Award-winning Indigenous Affairs and climate reporter
Episode: Season 2- Beyond Voting Returns!
Maurice Mitchell
National Director of Working Families Party
Working Families Party
Episode: Season 2- Beyond Voting Returns!
Dr. Melina Abdullah
Activist and 2024 Vice Presidential Candidate with Cornell West for the Justice for All Party
Justice for All Party
Episode: Democracy: The Illusion of Choice. Featuring Dr. Melina Abdullah and Madiba Denning
Madiba Dennie
Deputy Editor of Balls and Strikes, author of The Originalism Trap
Balls and Strikes
Episode: Democracy: The Illusion of Choice. Featuring Dr. Melina Abdullah and Madiba Denning
Dr. Nicole Nguyen
Associate Professor of Criminology, Law, and Justice at the University of Illinois at Chicago, feminist geographer, and author of Terrorism on Trial.
University of Illinois at Chicago
Episode: The Supreme Court: Political Tool or Arbiter of Justice? Featuring Dr. Nicole Nguyen

Host

Emily Williams
Host of Beyond Voting

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 19 ratings
  • Essential listening

    I'm two episodes in and thoroughly engaged. This one's a winner right out the gate and desperately needed for those of us that need some clarity and nuance on perspectives regarding the American political landscape within this election year without the fear mongering, scapegoating, and gaslighting from both parties and their supporters. More importantly, these conversations are bound to be of great importance long after the votes are cast on Election Day and long after the next President of th... more

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    jason a.k.a. macedonia
    United States2 years ago

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Shows value in long-form conversations with experts and movement leaders.
Audience engagement and credibility are high, helping audiences navigate the political landscape.
Thoughtful, nuanced discussions that go beyond fear-based politics.
Listeners appreciate the focus on underrepresented perspectives in mainstream media.

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Is Climate Change a Social Justice Issue? ft. Jenni Monet
Q: What concrete steps can listeners take to advocate for responsible AI use and minimize environmental harm from data centers?
Advocate for stronger state-level regulations on energy and water use, demand transparency from tech companies, pursue policies that prioritize energy-efficient infrastructure and community protections, and push for accountability and rights-based approaches in AI deployment.
Big Tech, Big Power, Big Consequences: A Deep Dive with Jathan Sadowski
Q: What concrete steps can movements take to push back against tech domination and protect civil liberties?
Movements should push for strong, transparent regulation of AI and data practices, build cross-movement solidarity, adopt infrastructural approaches to justice, and foster community resilience outside surveillance-heavy platforms. The conversation emphasizes education, public organizing, and learning from civil rights and climate justice movements to address systemic harms rather than blaming individuals.
Big Tech, Big Power, Big Consequences: A Deep Dive with Jathan Sadowski
Q: What do we mean by techno-feudalism and the tech-bro-oligarchy, and who are the key figures shaping this moment?
Techno-feudalism describes platforms and AI-driven systems that exert dominating control over daily life, with a gendered, oligarchic core of tech CEOs and venture capitalists who influence policy and governance. The discussion highlights Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, and other tech magnates as archetypes, while also noting the alignment of capital and state power and the way this relationship reshapes regulation and democracy.
ICE, DOGE, and Democracy on the Brink (with Karen Attiah)
Q: If no one's coming to save us, how do we save ourselves?
Karen emphasizes community action, education, and mutual aid as essential strategies for creating accountability and resistance.
ICE, DOGE, and Democracy on the Brink (with Karen Attiah)
Q: What did you mean by that?
Karen discusses the complexities of race and the expectations placed on Barack Obama as a former president.

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This program consistently centers American democracy, with a focus on how political, economic, and social forces intersect to shape policy, governance, and everyday life. Episodes frequently feature researchers, journalists, and movement organizers discussing topics like tech influence on policy, DEI and corporate accountability, grassroots activism, and climate and civic engagement. A notable strength is its independent stance and willingness to explore controversial issues with nuance, featuring voices often underrepresented in mainstream discourse. The show tends to emphasize community resilience, cross-movement solidarity, and practical paths for movement-building, making it valuable for listeners who want thoughtful analysis and tangib... more

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1. Jathan Sadowski
2. Nikki Porcher
3. Earl Ofari Hutchinson
4. Karen Attiah
5. Jenni Monet
6. Maurice Mitchell
7. Dr. Melina Abdullah
8. Madiba Dennie

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