The Response
ShareableA journey through a diverse collection of remarkable communities and movements figuring out how to build power, solidarity, and connection in a world beset by disasters — both natural and human-caused. From hurricanes to wildfires to reactionary politics and more, The Response's audio documentaries and interviews highlight some of the most inspiring stories of response and pave a path towards the ... more
| Publishes | Infrequently | Episodes | 98 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | PoliticsNewsDocumentarySociety & Culture | |||
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For 25 years, NewStories has been supporting communities that have faced the unimaginable, total loss from disaster—those who don't want to rebuild the old normal, but are ready to co-create something that affirms life, reciprocity, and interdependen... more
On March 4, 2026, the Ithaca Common Council in Ithaca, New York, U.S., voted to non-renew its contract with Flock Safety. Flock, among other things, is a vendor of fixed-location automated license plate reader (ALPR) systems.
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On November 20, 2025, we hosted activist, organizer, and writer Dean Spade to lead a Mutual Aid 101 session about navigating conflict.
So many of our mutual aid groups and solidarity economy projects are dealing with burnout, conflict, and the pres... more
When floods, fires, freezes, or other extreme weather rip through our communities, the fallout goes far beyond damaged homes and downed power lines. As we've established on The Response Podcast, the climate crisis touches everyone—especially women an... more
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These stories are more than inspiring, they are an education that will help us to survive and thrive if/when ecological disaster triggers the collapse of long-standing governing and economic institutions, and ordinary people need to rise up to handle things ourselves. This situation will create opportunities for those who want to create new systems of coercion and exploitation, but they will also be opportunities for those of us who want to create an egalitarian society of freedom and equality w... more
Apple Podcasts5Harmony LBC
Canada2 years ago - wonderful pod
informational, accessible, and a fun listen. rly nice to not have to listen to ads hahahh
Apple Podcasts5Davidcaamano
United States3 years ago - Just amazing
We are all tired. We are all over it. We all are clueless on what to do or where to put our energy. Between upstream and the response, I feel like I understand the details of our current realties. I also feel more much equipped on how to restructure our world and society.
Apple Podcasts5alexanderphoenixUnited States3 years ago - Really worth listening and sharing!
I’ve been really happy with the episodes from The Response, and I’ve shared it with many friends. They cover a lot of the things that we’re all talking about - not tweeting about, not instagramming about, but actually talking about in person over drinks, dinner, at work and among friends. Highly recommended!
Apple Podcasts5ChrazieCDUnited States3 years ago - Phenomenal
Thank you <3
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What is The Response about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Across recent episodes, the show centers on real-world organizing in disaster contexts, mutual aid, and community-led resilience. Guests and hosts explore how communities build power, connect across differences, and navigate conflict, with a focus on solidarity economies, abolition and radical activism, and practical tools for transparent decision-making. The tone is hopeful, action-oriented, and deeply grounded in lived experience from diverse communities adapting to crises and systemic stress. A standout trait is its ability to translate complex social movements into relatable stories and tangible takeaways for listeners looking to engage or sponsor purpose-driven work.
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The Response launched 8 years ago and published 98 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on The Response include:
1. Bob Stilger
2. Nicole LaJeunesse
3. Aaron Fernando
4. Chad Marlow
5. Dean Spade
6. Jordan Seaberry
7. Daisy Carter
8. Aracely Jimenez-Hudis
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