Parenting and Politics is a podcast for parents who want to make a difference (and change the world!) where we look at parenting through a political lens. It was created and is hosted by Diana Limongi.
It was created with the following goals:
To help parents use their voice to harness their political power
To shed light on the political process, and how it affects families
To highlight the work (and wins!) that is being done in different areas
To give parents ideas on how they can make a difference
To remain hopeful in these uncertain times.
Ep. 63: How Parents Are Fighting Anti-LGBTQ Policies in Florida with Nadine Smith
In this episode Diana talks to Nadine Smith, Executive Director of Equality Florida, about everyone should be paying attention to what is happening in Florida, how the tide is turning and she remains hopeful abotu the future. Nadie discusses how Equality Florida is fighting anti-LGBTQ policies in Florida (and how they're winning).
In this candid conversation, Nadine also shares the incredible organizing that is happening on the ground, in what she calls "Frontline Florida," and how parents from all over the country can support actions and efforts on the ground.
Listen to find out what organizing tactics have worked in Florida, why they issued a travel advisory to Florida, how Equality Florida is combatting book bans and fighting to #bringbooksback, and how parents are raise their voices against anti-LGBTQ policies in Florida.
Nadine also has some GREAT ideas about how you can support Florida (even far afar!)
Make sure to follow Equality Florida on Instagram @equalityfl
If you like this episode, check out Diana's great conversations with:
The Youth Vote and Disinformation in the Latinx Community with Maria Teresa Kumar, Executive Director of Voto Latino
Why Centering our Youth's Wellbeing is a Win for Our Society with Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson, Executive Director of the Children's Defense Fund
Why Mom Power is More Important than Ever with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeinwer, Executive Director of MomsRising
Don't forget to check out our SHOP that is now LIVE! (https://parentingandpoliticspodcast.com/shop/)
Until next time, don't forget hope is our superpower.
14 Mar 2024
Ep. 62: Birth Control Without a Prescription: Is the Opill Safe and Affordable? with Victoria Nichols
In this episode, Diana chats with Victoria Nichols, the project director of Free the Pill to discuss the Opill, which is the first-ever over-the-counter birth control pill which will be available online and on store shelves soon.
The Free the Pill coalition is a group of more than 200 reproductive health, rights, and justice organizations, research and advocacy groups, youth activists, health care providers, prominent medical and health professional associations, and others who share a commitment to ensuring more equitable access to safe, effective, and affordable birth control to people of all ages, backgrounds, and identities in the United States.
In this conversation Diana and Victoria discuss:
how the availability of the Opill would decrease barriers to birth control access
The cost of the Opill and what "over the counter" means for insurance coverage
What does the science say about the effectiveness of over the counter birth control pills
How did the FDA come to their decision to make Opill available?
What is next for the Free The Pill coalition
AND MORE!
You can follow Free the Pill on Instagram: @free_the_pill (https://www.instagram.com/free_the_pill)
If you liked this episode, check out:
Ep. 54: Latinas Access to Reproductive Care with Lupe Rodriguez
Ep. 18: Black Women and the Reproductive Justice Movement with Monica Simpson
Ep. 2: ReproRights and Reproductive Justice with Jessica Gonzalez-Rojas
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28 Feb 2024
Ep. 61 Why Centering Our Youth's Wellbeing is a Win for Our Society with Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson
In this episode, Diana talks to Rev. Dr. Starsky Wilson, the Executive Director of the Children's Defense Fund, an organization which focuses on advocating for the whole child. CDF envisions a nation where marginalized children flourish, leaders prioritize their well-being, and communities wield the power to ensure they thrive.
In this heartwarming and powerful conversation, Diana and Dr. Wilson discuss why poverty is a public policy choice -- and why centering our youth's wellbeing is a MUST and a win for our society.
Diana and Dr. Wilson discuss:
CDF's work across 30 states
CDF's annual report, the "State of America's Children"
How CDF centers joy into their work
Why childhood poverty is a policy choice and how we can hold our leaders accountable
CDF's policy agenda for the coming six years
How Christianity and religion has been used as a reason to marginalize and exclude
Why It's important to expose young people to those who are different than them
What parents can do to build a "beloved community" and combat hate
AND MORE!
If you liked this episode, make sure to check out:
Ep. 59: Why Prioritizing Children’s Rights Benefits Us All with Adam Benforado
Ep. 51: Why We Should Build a Parent Nation with Dr. Dana Suskind
Ep. 35: Reimagining Schools Without Police with Beatriz Beckford
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