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What the Folk

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by What the Folk

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These are revelationary times, there are folks out there doing the real work, and these two affable weirdos want to talk to all of them. Join writer/librarian Sarah Baranauskas and singer/songwriter Joy Damiani* as they sit down for uncensored conversations with artists, organizers, educators and a glimmering array of visionaries. If you’re seeking deeper understanding, insight, and maybe even a medicinal dose of hope with your apocalypse, accompanied by a soundtrack of indie music, this might be What the Folk you’re looking for. *formerly known as Emily Yates

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July 21, 2023

Episode 45: Apocalypse, Still

We've missed you, What the Folk fam! On this episode, instead of having a guest, we decided to take the chance to catch up with each other on life, the universe, and everything. We discuss dealing with personal disappointment and tragedy, and keeping a healthy perspective in the face of the ongoing climate apocalypse. And of course, new music! This one features a fun and timely tune by Ned and Wendy the Band, which we are sure you will love as much as we do. Ned and Wendy the Band: nedandwendytheband.com “Vulnerable” music video: https://youtu.be/rPkSSdZNV3E

March 18, 2023

Episode 44: Peace is Not the Absence of War with Michael McPhearson

On this episode of What the Folk, our guest is Michael McPhearson, the executive director of online news publication the South Seattle Emerald, the former executive director of Veterans for Peace, and a longtime activist for racial and social justice within and outside of the US. This interview covers empathy as a radical act, the challenges of fostering solidarity across differences, and the necessity of localized independent media. Afterwards, Joy and Sarah reflect on their own solidarity and communication challenges, as well as how freaking tired they are because who isn’t these days. Treat yo’self to a nap, dear listeners – after you listen to this episode. Featured music on this episode is “I Don’t Know Much About Star Wars” by Joy Damiani GET INVOLVED Veterans for Peace https://www.veteransforpeace.org/ South Seattle Emerald https://southseattleemerald.com/category/news/ FOLLOW MICHAEL Michael’s Medium https://mtmcphearson.medium.com/ MTM Daily https://mtmdaily.com/ Michael’s Twitter https://twitter.com/MTMcPhearson

March 4, 2023

Episode 43: Resisting the War Machine with Stephanie Atkinson

On this episode, our guest is Stephanie Atkinson, an Army veteran and war resister who now works with nonprofits Veterans for Peace and Courage to Resist to bring the truth about military recruitment to heavily-recruited high school students. Besides sharing her inspiring personal story, we discuss everything from military “feminism” to our favorite dystopian fashion (spoiler alert: Blade Runner ftw). Featured music on this episode is “If You Ain’t Cheatin’ You Ain’t Tryin’” and “Just A Little Cog” by Joy Damiani GET INVOLVED Veterans for Peace https://www.veteransforpeace.org/ Courage to Resist https://couragetoresist.org/ Truth in Recruitment https://truthinrecruitment.org/ READ STEPHANIE’S WRITING https://wri-irg.org/en/story/2011/proud-deserter LEARN MORE Shoshana Jackson https://www.msnbc.com/podcast/shoshana-johnson-was-america-s-first-black-female-prisoner-war-n1283841 Jessica Lynch https://www.cnn.com/2015/07/20/us/jessica-lynch-where-is-she-now/index.html Lynndie England https://www.marieclaire.com/politics/news/a170/lynndie-england-1/ Book: Bananas, Beaches, and Bases by Cynthia Enloe https://bookshop.org/p/books/bananas-beaches-and-bases-making-feminist-sense-of-international-politics-cynthia-enloe/6561808?ean=9780520279995

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What is What the Folk?: These are revelationary times, there are folks out there doing the real work, and these two affable weirdos want to talk to all of them. Join writer/librarian Sarah Baranauskas and singer/songwriter Joy Damiani* as they sit down for uncensored conversations with artists, organizers, educators and a glimmering array of visionaries. If you’re seeking deeper understanding, insight, and maybe even a medicinal dose of hope with your apocalypse, accompanied by a soundtrack of indie music, this might be What the Folk you’re looking for.

*formerly known as Emily Yates
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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