It's Time We Talked - The Official Podcast of Beacon

About It's Time We Talked - The Official Podcast of Beacon

We're bringing you key conversations at the intersection of technology, community, and world-changing action. Join us as we discuss how our online connection can either encumber or enhance our impact and participation in the real world. Beacon Founder Jared Dubin hosts guests from around the country as we cover the power of interconnected community, the dangers of for-profit platforms like social media, and the revolutionary potential of a true social network. Tune in, and be sure to connect with us on Beacon at www.thebeaconnetwork.org!

Publisher

Jared Dubin

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

19 Jan 2023

Latest episode

9 Nov 2023

Latest episodes

11 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   9 Nov 2023

   Who are we? + Important Beacon updates

   Hello dear podcast listener, Thanks for tuning into It's Time We Talked Episode 7, where Jared Dubin turns over hosting duties to Beacon's head of production P-H Erwin! The two lads re-introduce themselves and explain what Beacon does to any new listeners plus offer many Beacon updates including announcing our fundraising campaign which is set to take place from November 20th to December 22nd. We're aiming high this giving season, so be sure to follow our social channels and sign up to our newsletter for our most pertinent updates, all of which can be found on our website www.thebeaconnetwork.org (www.thebeaconnetwork.org) Beacon is a non-profit and is made possible by people like you. Please consider donating and supporting our work today here (www.thebeaconnetwork.org/give). Beacon: Connection for Action

2. 

   7 Oct 2023

   It's Time We Talked - Taking Action with Acter

   This week we are excited to introduce Emil Vincentz, co-founder of Acter, to the podcast! Acter is a non-profit based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is Beacon’s technology partner. These delightful Danes are dedicated towards developing a secure and decentralized organizing tool to provide a trusted digital space for organizations and networks to coordinate collective action and create systemic change. Jared and Emil discuss building the Beacon platform with Acter and the many solutions that this partnership can bring to the real-world. Beacon is a non-profit seeking to drive connection for action through transparent local journalism all ran by volunteers. Find more information and consider donating here (https://www.thebeaconnetwork.org/) Episode Specific Links: 19:05 Q-anon https://www.bbc.com/news/53498434 (https://www.bbc.com/news/53498434) 19:28 The jews control the weather https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/dc-lawmaker-says-recent-snowfall-caused-byrothschilds-controlling-the-climate/2018/03/18/daeb0eae-2ae0-11e8-911f-ca7f68bff0fc_story.html (https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/dc-lawmaker-says-recent-snowfall-caused-byrothschilds-controlling-the-climate/2018/03/18/daeb0eae-2ae0-11e8-911f-ca7f68bff0fc_story.html) 19:41: Pizzagate https://time.com/4590255/pizzagate-fake-news-what-to-know/ (https://time.com/4590255/pizzagate-fake-news-what-to-know/) 21:09: Facebook papers https://facebookpapers.com/ (https://facebookpapers.com/) 33:16 Bills banning gender affirming care for minors https://apnews.com/article/transgender-health-care-veto-override-north-carolina-536351cc360a92cdd21f298f6212e6d2 (https://apnews.com/article/transgender-health-care-veto-override-north-carolina-536351cc360a92cdd21f298f6212e6d2) 33:32 Don’t say gay law https://www.npr.org/2022/03/28/1089221657/dont-say-gay-florida-desantis (https://www.npr.org/2022/03/28/1089221657/dont-say-gay-florida-desantis) 37:38: Asheville reparations https://apnews.com/article/north-carolina-racial-injustice-business-race-and-ethnicity-d9190175bb260ba2882954fd731fbe92#:~:text=Asheville%20passed%20its%20historic%20reparations,of%20liberties%20to%20Black%20residents (https://apnews.com/article/north-carolina-racial-injustice-business-race-and-ethnicity-d9190175bb260ba2882954fd731fbe92#:~:text=Asheville%20passed%20its%20historic%20reparations,of%20liberties%20to%20Black%20residents).

3. 

   8 Sept 2023

   Engaging with Asheville: Racial Justice Coalition

   Beacon is excited to engage with important issues within the Asheville community and shine a light so that more people can be involved. This week Jared chats with Fél Marquez, Director of Development for the Asheville Racial Justice Coalition! The Asheville Racial Justice Coalition, or RJC, is a "broad-based alliance of individuals and organizations committed to addressing systemic racism and state-sanctioned violence against Black people and those most impacted by poverty, criminalization, and mass incarceration.” Learn more at their website RJCAVL.ORG (RJCAVL.ORG) and please donate to support their work if you can. We are thrilled to welcome Fél onto the show and get the latest on the RJC’s critical community work. Listen in as Fél and Jared discuss systemic racism, reparations, and how to bring about change and accountability. This episode is complete with avenues for our listeners and members to get involved, so sit back, enjoy, and if you feel so moved - take action! Please consider donating to Beacon today! Click here (https://www.thebeaconnetwork.org/give) if you can make any contribution small or large. Sign up to our newsletter (https://www.thebeaconnetwork.org/#sign-up) to keep up-to-date with our latest events and other ways you can engage with us. Beacon: Connection for Action

4. 

   16 Aug 2023

   Dealing With Disaster - Video Version

   This week we are excited to introduce Keren Avnery, one of Beacon’s board members! Keren’s background in the medical field and her expertise in helping to launch multiple startups will help Beacon generously as we look to expand our outreach in the near future. Join Jared and Keren as they discuss the disasters hitting Naples, Florida both physically and politically and how Beacon can offer solutions. Beacon relies on donations from people like you hoping to make a positive impact in their community. Donate if you can or sign up to the newsletter today: click here (https://www.thebeaconnetwork.org/) Relevant article on the school board meeting in Naples, Florida: click here (https://www.jta.org/2023/06/15/united-states/youre-on-the-path-to-sin-a-florida-rabbi-faced-antisemitic-harassment-after-speaking-up-at-a-school-board-vote)

5. 

   15 Aug 2023

   Dealing With Disaster

   This week we are excited to introduce Keren Avnery, one of Beacon’s board members! Keren’s background in the medical field and her expertise in helping to launch multiple startups will help Beacon generously as we look to expand our outreach in the near future. Join Jared and Keren as they discuss the disasters hitting Naples, Florida both physically and politically and how Beacon can offer solutions. Beacon relies on donations from people like you hoping to make a positive impact in their community. Donate if you can or sign up to the newsletter today: click here (https://www.thebeaconnetwork.org/) Relevant article on the school board meeting in Naples, Florida: click here (https://www.jta.org/2023/06/15/united-states/youre-on-the-path-to-sin-a-florida-rabbi-faced-antisemitic-harassment-after-speaking-up-at-a-school-board-vote)

6. 

   22 Jun 2023

   If We Build It, Will They Come?

   This week we are excited to introduce Jake West, Beacon’s new director of development! Jake started working for Beacon (http://www.thebeaconnetwork.org/) at the beginning of this year and stepped into his role as Director in April. Already he has made major contributions to organizational development, including bringing in our four talented new interns. His involvement has really helped bring Beacon to the next level. Join Jake and Jared in this episode as they discuss the inspirations, strategies, and challenges that go into developing a true intentioned social network.

7. 

   28 Mar 2023

   What Kind of We? (part 3 of 3 - Doing it Ourselves)

   Things have only gotten worse on the fascist front since this episode was recorded, but that only makes the discussion here all the more important, so thanks for listening! Board secretary Karen Kosch and founder Jared Dubin discuss community, fascism, social media, and the book bans now menacing schools in Florida and elsewhere. In part 1, Karen and Jared unpack the fundamentals of community, and how its lack can become fertile ground for fascism. They go on to discuss how social media, with all its potential for good, often only fans the flames of divisiveness and makes matters worse. In part 2, the conversation continues as Karen and Jared dig deep into why social media so often leads to polarization and isolation. They explain how profit-driven algorithms “enrage to engage,” a method of driving user attention with dangerous consequences. In part 3, Karen and Jared discuss how these consequences are illustrated through recent book bans plaguing Florida and threatening elsewhere. They conclude the conversation with an eye towards non-political solutions to local problems, fueled by community and facilitated with good technology. It’s a conversation we all need to be having while social media continues to hold a central role in our world! This is part 3! ----- Music in this episode is "El Arte del Olvido" by Anibal Seminara Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anibal-seminara/el-arte-del-olvido License code: 5WKFRLIRQZ9MYTDK

8. 

   1 Mar 2023

   What kind of We? (part 2 of 3 - Gas on the Fire)

   Board secretary Karen Kosch and founder Jared Dubin discuss community, fascism, social media, and the book bans now menacing schools in Florida and elsewhere. In part 1, Karen and Jared unpack the fundamentals of community, and how its lack can become fertile ground for fascism. They go on to discuss how social media, with all its potential for good, often only fans the flames of divisiveness and makes matters worse. In part 2, the conversation continues as Karen and Jared dig deep into why social media so often leads to polarization and isolation. They explain how profit-driven algorithms “enrage to engage,” a method of driving user attention with dangerous consequences. In part 3, Karen and Jared discuss how these consequences are illustrated through recent book bans plaguing Florida and threatening elsewhere. They conclude the conversation with an eye towards non-political solutions to local problems, fueled by community and facilitated with good technology. It’s a conversation we all need to be having while social media continues to hold a central role in our world! This is part 2! This episode features Joie de Vivre by Albert Behar and Airplane Mode by Yokonap. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/joie-de-vivre License code: AJCQHKOD0CXKDP1S https://uppbeat.io/t/yokonap/airplane-mode License code: C1DMLIN7TDEVZFAM This episode features Airplane Mode by Yokonap. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/yokonap/airplane-mode License code: C1DMLIN7TDEVZFAM

9. 

   22 Feb 2023

   What Kind of We? (part 1 of 3 - Community is Key)

   Board secretary Karen Kosch and founder Jared Dubin discuss community, fascism, social media, and the book bans now menacing schools in Florida and elsewhere. In part 1, Karen and Jared unpack the fundamentals of community, and how its lack can become fertile ground for fascism. They go on to discuss how social media, with all its potential for good, often only fans the flames of divisiveness and makes matters worse. In part 2, the conversation continues as Karen and Jared dig deep into why social media so often leads to polarization and isolation. They explain how profit-driven algorithms “enrage to engage,” a method of driving user attention with dangerous consequences. In part 3, Karen and Jared discuss how these consequences are illustrated through recent book bans plaguing Florida and threatening elsewhere. They conclude the conversation with an eye towards non-political solutions to local problems, fueled by community and facilitated with good technology. It’s a conversation we all need to be having while social media continues to hold a central role in our world! This is part 1! This episode features Joie de Vivre by Albert Behar and Airplane Mode by Yokonap. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/joie-de-vivre License code: AJCQHKOD0CXKDP1S https://uppbeat.io/t/yokonap/airplane-mode License code: C1DMLIN7TDEVZFAM

10. 

    27 Jan 2023

    Occupy the Internet or It Will Occupy You (part 2 of 2)

    Board director Lauri Lumby and founder Jared Dubin discuss the revolutionary inspiration and vision behind Beacon. In part 2, hear how Beacon will help facilitate direct action by prioritizing meaningful connection and cohesive communication. Lauri and Jared discuss the contrast between “social media,” created to hold user attention for profits, and Beacon, a tool for real-world participation and action. In part 1, the previous episode, hear how Beacon’s creation is informed by movements such as Occupy Wall Street, the Standing Rock Sioux’s resistance of the Dakota Access pipeline, Black Lives Matter, and more. More about Lauri: Lauri Ann Lumby, OM, OPM, MATS is the founder and owner of Soul School – providing self-actualization at the intersection of education, psychology, spirituality and creative expression. As a trained Spiritual Director and ordained interfaith minister, Lauri has supported hundreds in their journey toward self-actualization through her online courses, spiritual counseling, writing, and books. Lauri is the published author of ten books including Authentic Freedom – Claiming a Life of Contentment and Joy. Lauri currently lives in Oshkosh, Wisconsin." Learn more about Lauri at www.lauriannlumby.com (https://www.lauriannlumby.com/). More about Jared: After traveling and living all around the country for some years, Jared came three years ago to the South Toe River Valley where, ensconced in forest, he has lived happily since. Here he participates in local food chains, helping out on a farm and taking advantage of nearby natural abundance - particularly mushrooms! With educational backgrounds in psychology and permaculture, he has come to understand both the power and necessity of community. Towards this end he develops and promotes Beacon to his local community, the larger Asheville area, and beyond! Check out the Beacon website, www.thebeaconnetwork.org (https://www.thebeaconnetwork.org/), where you can learn more and donate to support this important work! Music in this episode is "Music Is" by Pryces: https://uppbeat.io/t/pryces/music-is License code: G7OXRPTCHIN8PVIN

11. 

    19 Jan 2023

    Occupy the Internet or It Will Occupy You (part 1 of 2)

    Board director Lauri Lumby and founder Jared Dubin discuss the revolutionary inspiration and vision behind Beacon. In part 1, hear how Beacon’s creation is informed by movements such as Occupy Wall Street, the Standing Rock Sioux’s resistance of the Dakota Access pipeline, Black Lives Matter, and more. In part 2, hear how Beacon will help facilitate direct action by prioritizing meaningful connection and cohesive communication. Lauri and Jared discuss the contrast between “social media,” created to hold user attention for profits, and Beacon, a tool for real-world participation and action. More about Lauri: Lauri Ann Lumby, OM, OPM, MATS is the founder and owner of Soul School – providing self-actualization at the intersection of education, psychology, spirituality and creative expression. As a trained Spiritual Director and ordained interfaith minister, Lauri has supported hundreds in their journey toward self-actualization through her online courses, spiritual counseling, writing, and books. Lauri is the published author of ten books including Authentic Freedom – Claiming a Life of Contentment and Joy. Lauri currently lives in Oshkosh, Wisconsin." Learn more about Lauri at www.lauriannlumby.com (//www.lauriannlumby.com). More about Jared: After traveling and living all around the country for some years, Jared came three years ago to the South Toe River Valley where, ensconced in forest, he has lived happily since. Here he participates in local food chains, helping out on a farm and taking advantage of nearby natural abundance - particularly mushrooms! With educational backgrounds in psychology and permaculture, he has come to understand both the power and necessity of community. Towards this end he develops and promotes Beacon to his local community, the larger Asheville area, and beyond! Check out the Beacon website, www.thebeaconnetwork.org (//www.thebeaconnetwork.org), where you can learn more and donate to support this important work!

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