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Pod Save the People

Pod Save the People

By: Crooked Media
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On Pod Save The People, host DeRay Mckesson explores social justice, culture, politics – and the various ways they all collide – with cohosts Myles E. Johnson and Sharhonda Bossier. Each Tuesday, the crew digs into the current events driving the political discourse – bringing cultural context, actionable insights, and a hot take or two – to help empower listeners to engage as thoughtful members of their communities…and their group chats. Alongside special guests, the show uplifts overlooked news stories that impact people of color and amplifies underrepresented voices who are working to create meaningful change.© Crooked Media. All Rights Reserved. Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Dreaming Beyond the Now w/ Saul Williams & Anisia Uzeyman
    Jul 15 2025

    Trump faces backlash from MAGA base, UnitedHealth works to silence critics, Mississippi water crisis continues, and the life and legacy of Jewel Thais-Williams. Myles interviews Saul Williams and co-director Anisia Uzeyman about their film Neptune Frost, now streaming on AfroPoP: The Ultimate Cultural Exchange.

    News

    Trump faces a revolt from his MAGA base over the Epstein files

    UnitedHealth’s Campaign to Quiet Critics

    Jewel Thais-Williams, founder of Jewel's Catch One, dies at 86

    The Ugly Politics of Jackson, Mississippi’s Ongoing Water Crisis

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    1 hr and 50 mins
  • Leadership as Resistance w/ AG Andrea Joy Campbell
    Jul 8 2025

    A deceptive “beautiful” bill conceals dangerous policy, Trump administration withholds billions in school funding, Essence Fest faces accusations of cultural erasure, and former politician Rick Perry finds purpose in psychedelics. DeRay interviews Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell on justice, leadership, and protecting communities under threat.

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    10 Egregious Things You May Not Know About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

    Trump administration withholds billions in school grants for critical programs

    Is Black American Heritage being pushed out of Essence Fest?

    Rick Perry: I’m dedicating my life to fighting for a psychedelic drug

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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Division by Design w/ Deborah N. Archer
    Jun 24 2025

    Trump orders US bombing of Iran nuclear sites, ICE impersonations surge amid immigration crackdowns, young men emerge as a swing vote to watch, and Tyler Perry hit with a $260 million sexual-assault and harassment lawsuit. DeRay interviews Deborah N. Archer about her new book Dividing Lines: How Transportation Infrastructure Reinforces Racial Inequality.

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    Trump Claims Success After Bombing Key Iran Nuclear Sites

    Why Young Men Voters May Be More Likely To Swing Back

    ICE officer impersonations spike in wake of immigration crackdown

    What to Know About Tyler Perry’s $260 Million Lawsuit

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    1 hr and 32 mins
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