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How To Not Lose Your Sh!t

Red Wine & Blue
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Want to know how you can make a difference without losing your sh!t?

Join Katie Paris and LaFonda Cousin, two moms with very different backgrounds who together run Red Wine & Blue – an organization of over half a million diverse suburban women working together to defeat extremism. Katie, the org’s founder, has worked in political organizing for most of her career. LaFonda, the Chief People Officer... more

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On June 13th in Philadelphia, Red Wine & Blue founder Katie Paris did something she'd never done before: give a TED talk. Three months later, her speech on breaking the old D.C. rules about politics is finally available for everyone to watch!

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Are you worried about voting rights going into this year's midterm elections? We are too.

But just being worried doesn't fix the problem. In fact, if we let it make us lose our sh!t, that worry can keep us from taking real action to protect our righ... more

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Today we're getting back to our local organizing roots with Karen West, the leader of a Red Wine & Blue Network group in Pennsylvania. She recently held a talent show and raised $2000 for a local charity that helps immigrants and refugees -- which fo... more

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Red Wine & Blue is all about taking the "ick" out of politics. We believe that the best way to improve this country is to build community and listen to our neighbors rather than out-of-touch politicians or influencers who just want to make us mad.

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Recent Guests

Kelly Stoetzel
TED coach with TED conferences for over a decade
TED
Episode: Katie Gave A TED Talk! (with Kelly Stoetzel)
Bennett Rea
Creator of Cookin With Congress, a video series exploring recipes from politicians and everyday Americans
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Episode: Putting The "Ick"... Back Into Politics? (with Bennett Rea)
Sara Wiles
Mom, content creator, political influencer
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Episode: Women Can Figure This Out (with Sara Wiles)
Carrie Dix
Georgia-based Red Wine & Blue Network leader
Red Wine & Blue
Episode: You're Never Alone (with Carrie Dix)
Nan Whaley
CEO of Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio
Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio
Episode: You Can't Stop Planned Parenthood (with Nan Whaley and Gwynne Perry)
Gwynne Perry
Medical Director at a Planned Parenthood clinic
Planned Parenthood Southwest Ohio
Episode: You Can't Stop Planned Parenthood (with Nan Whaley and Gwynne Perry)
Zerlina Maxwell
Political radio and TV host, Mornings with Zerlina
Independent / Media
Episode: A View of America from Italy (with Zerlina Maxwell)
Judy Richardson
Civil rights activist who fought for voting rights alongside John Lewis as part of SNCC
SNCC / Civil rights movement
Episode: Lessons from 1964 Freedom Summer (with Judy Richardson)
Katie Chorbak
Veteran who started a movement supporting survivors of sexual violence in the military
Our Sister's Keeper
Episode: What Patriotism Means To A Veteran (with Katie Chorbak)

Hosts

Katie Paris
Host of How To Not Lose Your Sh!t; founder of Red Wine & Blue; longtime political organizer.
LaFonda Cousin
Co-host; Chief People Officer at Red Wine & Blue; wellness advocate focusing on self-care.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 970 ratings
  • Positive and insightful

    And inspiring. Thank you for your clarity and for pointing out that there is activism behind kindness. Kindness, unlike politeness, is active. It’s a tool and a choice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Your Aunt Su-Su
    United Statesa year ago
  • “I Left MAGA” - great episode!

    Trying to do my part to get the word out about this podcast- deserves to be heard for thoughtfully, compassionately and respectfully communicating their perspectives. Thank you for all you’re doing!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SCWSWDC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Helping me immensely!

    This podcast is clear, engaging, fun, and encouraging. I am always waiting for the next episode to drop. I get good advice and feel less alone. Thanks for all you do, Red Wine and Blue!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Here to staycation
    United Statesa year ago
  • Short but Potent

    If you have friends or family who don’t understand much about trans folks but aren’t yet completely poisoned by GOP hate speech & disinformation, share this 10 minute pod on trans youth for a calm rational conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DrDK2
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding!

    I just listened for the first time to your 16 April episode with Jasmine Crockett & Heather Cox Richardson, 2 of my absolute favorite political figures. I’m left feeling more hopeful than I have in quite some time. I’m also more knowledgeable than I was before I listened to this episode. Thank you! I’ll be hearing a lot more of you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mimi110278
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Thoughtful, compassionate, and informative for listeners who want practical civic engagement.
Guests consistently bring credible expertise and real-world impact stories.
Strong sense of community and motivation to get involved without burnout.
A fair mix of praise for clear explanations and appreciation for guest expertise.
Some listeners feel the tone is too partisan or opinionated for a few reviews.

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Katie Gave A TED Talk! (with Kelly Stoetzel)
Q: What was it like sitting in the audience and watching multiple TED Talks during Democracy, and what was your reaction to Katie's delivery?
Stacy describes feeling pride and a sense of connection, noting Katie's authentic passion and how the audience would see her as a strong, engaged leader, which in turn reflects on the entire Red Wine & Blue community.
Katie Gave A TED Talk! (with Kelly Stoetzel)
Q: What goes into preparing a TED Talk, and is there anything unique about working with Katie?
Kelly explains the high-stakes environment, the need to boil down to a single clear idea, and how regular, concrete homework from coaching sessions helps a speaker land a compelling, authentic talk.
How To Protect Voting Rights (with Stacey Abrams)
Q: Beyond attending board of election meetings and staying informed, what are some effective actions that everyday citizens can take to protect voting access and encourage participation in our communities?
Stacey Abrams emphasizes a three-pronged approach: ensure people are registered and stay on the rolls, encourage and sustain voter participation through community organizing and education, and connect individuals to on-the-ground resources and organizations that help them navigate the process, while staying engaged with local officials to protect access.
Women Can Figure This Out (with Sara Wiles)
Q: How did you pivot from your virtual assistant business to your current focus on politics and influencing
Sara describes a deliberate pivot driven by recognizing a broader purpose, leveraging transferable skills from events and operations, and building a training business that empowered other women, which then evolved into political work and community organizing.
You Can't Stop Planned Parenthood (with Nan Whaley and Gwynne Perry)
Q: Why was it important for the clinic to remain open after the attack?
Because the attacks are designed to shut down access to care; staying open upholds the mission of care no matter what and ensures patients can receive needed services.

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