The Populist Tradition and the Search for Working-Class Power with Les Leopold

The Populist Tradition and the Search for Working-Class Power with Les Leopold

summary In this episode, David Cobb and Shane Knight explore the failures of the Democratic Party, the rise of populist movements, and the potential for building a new independent political party rooted in working-class interests with Les Lopold, co-founder of the Labor Institute [https://thelaborinstitute.org/] and author of The Billionaires Have Two Parties, We Need a Party of Our Own [https://thelaborinstitute.org/?page_id=97]. They discuss historical populist strategies, the importance of movement-building, and how to unite diverse communities against corporate power. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

We Needs Better Tools: Sharlene Tate, Jaywalk, and the Fight for Movement Infrastructure

Today, we dive deep into the intersections of organizing, finance, and sustainable change with Charlene Tait. From her journey in community organizing to co-founding the J-Walk app, she’s breaking barriers and redefining what it means to mobilize for justice. Charlene emphasizes that money isn’t the enemy; it’s a tool we can use to uplift our movements. By understanding how to navigate funding wisely, we can empower our communities without compromising our values. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Practice in Search of Theory: What Imani-Scott Blackwell and Hive Mind Teach Us About Building the Future

In this episode of Redneck Gone Green, host David Cobb and co-host Shane Knight interview social change agent Amani Scott Blackwell. They explore topics like regenerative capitalism, solidarity economy, impact investing, and community-led solutions for systemic change. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Outcry, Occupy, and the Search for the Next Movement with Micah Bornfree

summary In this episode, host David Cobb and co-host Shane Knight explore the legacy of Occupy Wall Street, the challenges of social movements, and the innovative development of Outcry AI— a free, on-device AI mentor designed specifically for activists, organizers, and movement builders- with Micah Bornfree, founder of Outcry [https://www.outcryai.com/]. They discuss the history, impact, and future potential of collective action and AI in social change. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Genuine Progress Indicator: Measuring What Actually Matters

In this in-depth interview, Ken Pentel [https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-pentel-82217233/], founder of the Ecology Democracy Network [http://www.ecologydemocracynetwork.org/] discusses the limitations of GDP as a measure of economic health and introduces the Genuine Progress Indicator (GPI) as a more accurate alternative. He explains how GPI accounts for environmental, social, and health costs, offering a pathway to sustainable and equitable economic policies. Get full access to Redneck Gone Green at redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe [https://redneckgonegreen.substack.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]