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LA PodcastBass Pro ShotsAlissa, Mike, and Godfrey on the terrifying U.S. military invasion of MacArthur Park that sent LA Mayor Karen Bass racing to the scene. Why homicides in LA have hit a 60-year low (hint: it’s not because of cops). And when LA County voters approved the governmental-reform Measure G in 2024 they inadvertently invalidated the anti-incarceration Measure J, passed in 2020. Whoops!The Guardian: “The troops were deployed to a mostly empty MacArthur Park in the neighborhood of the same name for about an hour, some on horseback and others in armored military vehicles. Agents were also operating an a...2025-07-1459 min
Department of Homeland Security (DHS) NewsDHS Enforcement Surge, TPS Termination, and Border Security OverhaulThe Department of Homeland Security is making headlines this week with several major moves that have sweeping implications for communities across the country. The most significant development comes as DHS steps up its enforcement actions in Los Angeles, where federal immigration agents, with support from the National Guard and U.S. Marines, have arrested nearly 2,800 undocumented immigrants since June. According to Homeland Security, these aggressive operations are part of President Trump’s larger mandate to arrest and deport criminal illegal aliens and are seen as a test case for deploying federal agents and military personnel in major metropolitan areas, even in...2025-07-0903 minLA PodcastCEQA No Evil, Hear No Evil, Speak No EvilAlissa, Hayes, Mike, and Carla recap another week of relentless ICE raids. The Trump administration sues LA over its sanctuary city status, and a coalition of immigrants rights groups sue the federal government right back. A ruling in the Alliance lawsuit raises questions about LA City’s homelessness count numbers. And the biggest-ever rollback of California’s often-abused environmental quality law, CEQA.The Trump administration sues LA for obstructing immigration laws: “Jurisdictions like Los Angeles that flout federal law by prioritizing illegal aliens over American citizens are undermining law enforcement at every level,” said Attorney General Pam Bondi. H...2025-07-071h 09
Landless in Los Angeles🆕 Inside Safe AUDITI’m Ruth and I live outside in Los Angeles.This article follows-up on one I wrote in October 2023:🔗 All data is linked at the end of the article, so you can check it out and draw your own conclusions! Please let me know what you think in a comment.66% of people who enrolled in Inside Safe are indoors.4,994 Participant Statuses:* 3,305 indoors* 1,606 outside* 83 deceasedNearly 5,000 people enrolled in Inside Safe by New Years’ Eve and an additional 346 people enrolled in January. As of J...2025-06-1812 min
Laura Flanders and Friends: Positive Independent Journalism for a Just World[REWIND] Rewriting the Future of Policing in Los Angeles: Community Power For Decarceration REWIND EPISODE FROM THE LF&F ARCHIVES (Synopsis)- Under the view of the iconic Hollywood Sign, a struggle is being waged over the future of policing and incarceration. Los Angeles is ground zero for fights over the job of District Attorney, Police Chief, and the size of prisons and jails. Corporations that have profited from prison communications are now profiting on electronic monitoring. Can today's Los Angeles change the script?Stay informed and engaged! Don't miss out on our captivating weekly episodes that dive deep into the heart of our economy, culture, and politics from the pa...2025-06-1027 min
The KABC News BlitzHotels want voters to overturn LA City's $30 an hour tourism worker minimum wageHugo Soto Martinez, Eunisses Hernandez and Ysabel Jurado all don't want you to sign the petition, how would you vote if it makes the ballot?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-06-0336 min790 KABCHotels want voters to overturn LA City's $30 an hour tourism worker minimum wageHugo Soto Martinez, Eunisses Hernandez and Ysabel Jurado all don't want you to sign the petition, how would you vote if it makes the ballot?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-06-0336 min
The Bitchuation RoomDodgers Not DOGErs *LIVE IN LA* with Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez, John Iadarola, Matt Lieb, Rachel Reyes (Ep 283)It’s a super special LIVE edition of The Bitchuation Room in Los Angeles and we’re talking Elon’s exit but not without drug-fueld love triangle drama. Then, Zionists in LA-city government? No wonder pro-Palestine protesters are demonized and brutalized. Then, can LA refuse to be ground zero for even more displacement by refusing the Olympics? Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez of District 1 joins to discuss how her first term has left her more invested in people power than ever. And Denton Cohen of The Rent Brigade on blowing the whistle on greedy lords of the land.
...2025-06-021h 25The KABC News BlitzEunisses Hernandez wants to ground all LAPD HelicoptersIs that really the best way to cut the city budget?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-05-0135 minLA PodcastPlanes, Trains, and Automated People MoversAlissa and Mike are joined by guest co-host Oscar Zarate, director of external affairs at CHIRLA, to discuss how workers are mobilizing for immigrant rights on May Day. The Real ID deadline is on May 7, creating another barrier to travel in Trump’s America. And the first phase of LAX’s long-awaited rail connection has an opening date, while Inglewood’s pricey people mover gets revamped as a much better transit solution.Join CHIRLA and other immigrant rights advocates at May Day 2025 on Thursday, May 1, International Workers Day, starting at 9 a.m. at Olympic Blvd and Figueroa Street d...2025-04-2853 minThe KABC News BlitzEunisses Hernandez wants more unarmed response on the bussesif you were on a bus at 1AM and the driver stopped because of disruptive drunk, crazy or high riders, who do you want responding?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-04-2536 min
Simply PoliticsCalifornia’s Budget Crisis and Supreme Court’s Healthcare ShowdownDive into California's looming $73 billion budget deficit and its impact on social programs, including healthcare for undocumented immigrants. Explore the Supreme Court case that could reshape preventive healthcare access for millions of Americans. Plus, discover the rising tensions at Republican town halls during the congressional recess, reflecting deep political divides.
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Locatora Radio [A Radiophonic Novela]Capítulo 227: Fighting OligarchyCoachella Lite? "Berniechella"? In this week's capítulo of Locatora Radio, Diosa and Mala reflect on what they heard and saw at the recent Fighting Oligarchy rally hosted by Senator Bernie Sanders, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, and the California Working Families Party. Together, Diosa and Mala unpack the important themes that came up during each speech: people power, dismantling systems, building community, and class solidarity. In this episode you'll hear memorable comments made by speakers such as, Council member Ysabel Jurado, Council member Eunisses Hernandez, Congressman Maxwell Frost, Congresswoman AOC, and Senator Sanders. Support the show: https://www.p...2025-04-1643 min
News For Reasonable PeopleLos Angeles officials believe installing solar streetlights will curb rampant copper theftLos Angeles is expanding its program to install hundreds of new solar-powered streetlights to curb rampant copper wire theft.On Wednesday, Mayor Karen Bass joined Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez and workers from the city’s Bureau of Street Lighting for a media event in Filipinotown, the latest neighborhood to receive the new lights.2025-04-0917 minThe KABC News BlitzKaren Bass and Eunisses Hernandez tout "success" at MacArthur ParkThe things Karen Bass has to do the kiss the ring of the DSA queenSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-03-1136 min
Rebuild:LARebuild:LA Episode 007 - The Ripple Effects of the Fires with Councilmember Eunisses HernandezSend us a textEunisses Hernandez is the Councilmember representing District #1 in the City of Los Angeles. Her constituents live miles from both the Palisades and the Eaton Fires. No one in Council District #1 lost a home to fire. But many have lost jobs, employers, and even clean air to breathe.Host Cameron Barrett sits down with Hernandez to discuss the ripple effects of the fires that have reached all the way to Council District #1 and how Hernandez is responding.Resources:Map of Council District #1: https://advocacy.assets.support2.ucla.edu/wp-content...2025-02-1225 min
KQED's The California ReportWhat LA's Sanctuary City Policy Could Look Like Under Trump AdministrationWhen the Trump administration takes office later this month, it'll be on a collision course with California cities that have vowed to protect their undocumented residents from Donald Trump's plans for mass deportation. But when the city says it will protect immigrants, what does that practically mean? Guest: Eunisses Hernandez, Los Angeles City CouncilTwo people were killed and 19 injured when a small aircraft crashed into a furniture manufacturing building in the Orange County city of Fullerton on Thursday afternoon.California's snowpack near Lake...2025-01-0311 min
MHD Off the RecordCity in All Directions: Mama's International Tameles, Audubon Center at Debs Park, LA State Historic ParkFor this episode of MHD Off The Record’s City in All Directions, we take you through Los Angeles City Council District 1 and spotlight places in the City of Los Angeles where you can eat, learn, and play! From hidden gems to community favorites, we’re here to connect you with local spots, resources, and opportunities that enrich life across the city. So, if you're looking to eat a great meal, develop a new skill, or just have a good time, here, we explore how each LA City Council District shines in every direction. Council District 1 is repre...2024-12-0909 min
TamarindoFeminists for Racial, Economic, & Gender Justice: Women’s Foundation CAAs we process the 2024 Election, we meet with our friends from the Women's Foundation of CA, a statewide, publicly supported foundation dedicated to achieving racial, economic, and gender justice by centering the experience and expertise of communities most impacted by systemic injustice. We speak to the organization's first Latine CEO, Bia Vieira and to Los Angles City Council Member and Women's Foundation Board Member, Eunisses Hernandez.Bia Vieira is the Women’s Foundation California first Latine CEO, where she leads the Foundation’s work to advance gender, racial, and economic justice. The Foundation’s progra...2024-11-2049 min
Everyone EatsFighting City Hall: CD1 Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez (English Version)What happens when people fighting for a better world take that fight to City Hall? Everyone Eats goes to City Hall to speak with Eunisses Hernandez, Councilmember from council district 1. She shares what she’s learned through years of organizing, campaigning, and governing about how the people can have their voices heard.2024-10-3043 min
Everyone EatsLuchando en el Ayuntamiento: Concejal del Distrito 1 Eunisses Hernández¿Qué sucede cuando las personas que luchan por un mundo mejor llevan esa lucha al Ayuntamiento? Everyone Eats va al Ayuntamiento para hablar con Eunisses Hernández, concejal del distrito 1. Ella comparte lo que ha aprendido a través de años de organización, campaña y gobierno sobre cómo la gente puede hacer oír su voz.2024-10-3043 min
Laura Flanders and Friends: Positive Independent Journalism for a Just WorldCorporate Prison Reform Will Not Keep Us Safe: A Report from Los AngelesThis show is made possible by you! To become a sustaining member go to https://LauraFlanders.org/donate Thank you for your continued support!Description: Under the view of the iconic Hollywood Sign, a struggle is being waged over the future of policing and incarceration. Los Angeles is ground zero for fights over the job of District Attorney, Police Chief, and the size of prisons and jails. It recently became one of the only cities in the US to cancel construction of a jail. Activists have forced out two police chiefs, while conservatives have brought two recall p...2024-07-2428 min
La Opinión HoyGreen Card para más de 1 millón de indocumentados. Ronda PolíticaLa Administración Biden evalúa una orden ejecutiva para que inmigrantes indocumentados casados con estadounidenses puedan aplicar por una Green Card. La concejal Eunisses Hernández es acusada por los guatemaltecos de su distrito y la fiscal de la ciudad, Haydee Feldstein Soto, es demandada por violaciones éticas y legales.2024-06-1914 minLa Opinión HoyOhtani habló: "Nunca he apostado en béisbol ni en deportes". Ronda Política.El astro de los Dodgers aseguró que no ha estado vinculado en ningún tipo de apuestas y que está decepcionado de Ippei Mizuhara, su ex traductor. Eunisses Hernández no tiene feliz a la comunidad que representa, por lo cual se encuentra en aprietos y cerca de una posible destitución del cargo como concejal.2024-03-2718 minLA PodcastMy Gondolences“Why is Frank McCourt really pushing it?” LA Times sports writer Bill Shaikin went in search of answers last year“The secret to reducing car trips in LA is often much simpler than what well-connected consultants might want you to believe.” Alissa’s gondola story from 2020Supervisor Hilda Solis’s motion with 31 requirements for the gondola developerCouncilmember Eunisses Hernandez’s motion requesting a Dodger Stadium traffic studyNOlympics LA’s 2021 report on community benefit agreementsJoin one of LA Forward’s ballot-filling parties: February 29 in DTLA, March 4 on Zoom“At the...2024-02-291h 51
What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninPastor Eddie Anderson for City Council: Candidate SpotlightSince 2020, L.A.'s 10th council district has had a revolving cast of councilmembers, both elected and appointed. Now, voters finally get to choose a permanent, voting representative on the council.There is a big and impressive field of candidates – and on this episode I talk with Rev. Eddie Anderson.Pastor Eddie is a civil rights activist and ordained minister with degrees from Morehouse College and Claremont School of Theology. He is an organizer for LA Voice(PICO),advocate for Black Lives Matter, Co-Founder of Clergy4BlackLives, a convener and former Co-Chair of the New Poor People's Campa...2024-02-091h 11What's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninYsabel Jurado for City Council: Candidate SpotlightWho will unseat disgraced Los Angeles City Councilman Kevin de León? That’s the question a lot of people are asking as we head into the March primary. There is a big and impressive field of candidates – and on this episode I talk with Ysabel Jurado.Jurado is a tenants rights attorney, affordable housing activist, single mom, daughter of undocumented Filipino immigrants, and lifelong Angeleno. She is running as a strong progressive, with the backing of Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez and City Controller Kenneth Mejia. We talked about personal story, and her thoughts on a range of issues...2024-01-311h 21
Young People to the FrontInside City Hall with Councilmember Eunisses HernandezWe can end youth homelessnessEvery year, one in ten young people between the ages of 18-25 experience homelessness in the United States. In order to end the experience of homelessness, our society need to embark on drastic change by prioritizing young voices and building systems that support the needs of young people. With every purchase, a shirt will be donated to a young advocate with lived experience of homelessness. #YoungPeopleToTheFronthttps://www.bonfire.com/store/young-people-to-the-front/If you would like to donate a shirt to a young advocate. Please ship to: LACEYH 4308...2023-10-0345 min
Inside the Issues: The PodcastCurren Price: Will the council play nice or will he pay a price?Los Angeles City Council member Curren Price returned to City Hall this week after being booked on corruption charges. "Inside the Issues: The Podcast" host Sara Sadhwani and co-host Kate Cagle, who is filling in for Alex Cohen, discuss his return. Will he pay a price for his alleged transgressions, or will all be forgiven? This week also saw the hot labor summer continue to heat up with LA city workers hitting the picket lines just like writers, actors and hotel workers. And some new LA council members have gotten into trouble with...2023-08-1019 min
Conversations From The Frontlines: Real Talk, Real ChangeS2E5 – Building Coalitions for Radical VisionsFrontline stories about movement solidarity and the inside-outside perspective of L.A. politics with L.A. City Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez and Executive Director of La Defensa Ivette Ale-Ferlito.2023-06-2946 min
Inside the Issues: The PodcastWill the LA Redistricting Committee be independent?The Dodgers invited, then rescinded and then invited back the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, an order of queer and trans nuns, after receiving backlash from local and national politicians chiming in. Then, the Los Angeles City Council is all for an independent redistricting commission — as long as it reports to them. "Inside the Issues: The Podcast" hosts Alex Cohen and Sara Sadhwani break down the fight for control. And the Council approved the city's budget with Council member Eunisses Hernandez being the lone vote saying no. The "robot dog" was also approved by th...2023-05-2527 minLA PodcastThe Real Grim ShadyScott, Alissa, and Rachel discuss the WGA strike, Jordan Neely's murder and who gets to feel safe riding transit, the city's new budget and Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez's lone dissenting vote, and, of course, "La Sombrita."WGA's 2023 demands and Week 4 picket scheduleGeorge R.R. Martin on how "mini rooms" are affecting writersSAJE and ACT-LA's fare-free transit reportLADOT’s first-of-its-kind gender equity transportation studyWatch Councilmember Eunisses Hernandez's remarks on the budget voteOur own Scott Frazier on how Mayor Bass's climate agenda doesn't meet the mom...2023-05-241h 41
Greater LANithya Raman: How to create rules that limit political manipulation?In recently leaked audio, three LA City Council members made racist remarks when discussing how to gerrymander District 4, which is represented by Nithya Raman. What’s her way forward? Eunisses Hernandez will soon fill the LA City Council seat occupied by Gil Cedillo. She talks about her responsibility as a Latina woman in local politics. The California Fish and Game Commission once again delayed the vote on whether to list the western Joshua tree as endangered. Its fate won’t be decided until next year.2022-10-1226 min
TamarindoA Celebration of InclusionThis episode was recorded in front of a live audience during “Tamarindo Live: A Celebration of Community” at The Pop-Hop in the Highland Park neighborhood of Los Angeles, where a beautiful community of Tamarindo listeners joined us. A special thanks to Producer Jeff for recording us.
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We start the night with an intimate and breathtaking performance by Irene Diaz, a singer-songwriter, who recently toured with Carla Morrison. She’s performed all over the U.S. captivating audiences with what NPR’s Felix Contreras calls “A sultry voice that's become more expressive with age and is...2022-10-1240 minLA PodcastLA Podcast Talks Primary Election ResultsNow that all the votes have been counted, and the results certified, Alissa, Scott, and Rachel sit down to talk about what happened in Los Angeles City's June 7th Primary Nominating Election.Listen to Eunisses Hernandez on LA Podcast 141: Sans SheriffApple Podcast Link.Spotify Link.
2022-07-121h 28Greater LACA might legalize sports betting. Big risk for gambling addicts?Two November ballot initiatives would legalize sports betting in California. It could provide a windfall for the state, but gambling addicts are worried.
Seeing her neighbors struggle during COVID inspired Eunisses Hernandez to run for LA City Council. Her progressive messaging helped her oust incumbent Gil Cedillo.
Bars might be able to stay open for longer hours — if a new California bill is signed into law. Plus, a new state program means people must be certified to pour those drinks behind the bar. 2022-07-0724 min
Marijuanera: A Podcast for PotheadsVote 4 EunissesHEY MARIJUANERAS!! LIGHT UP and TUNE IN with Marijuanera Creator and Host Mala Muñoz for this extra special interview with LA City Council Candidate, Eunisses Hernandez. Welcome to Season 2! VOTE FOR EUNISSES!
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ST...2022-05-1846 minLocatora Radio [A Radiophonic Novela]Eunisses for the PeopleHola hola! Our Latinas in Politics series is BACK and we're talking to Eunisses Hernandez, a new candidate running against incumbent Gil Cedillo for LA City Council District #1!!! Diosa and Mala chat with Eunisses about her platform, equity and access in Los Angeles, the communities of CD1, and how our listeners can get involved and get registered to vote! Tune in and leave us a review! Learn MORE about Eunisses for LA City Council District #1 https://eunisses.com/ SUBSCRIBE to Locatora Productions/Marijuanera on Patreon > https://www.patreon.com/m/locatora_productions SUBSCRIBE to Locatora...2022-04-2633 min
Just Between UsProgressive Politics with City Council Candidates Hugo Soto-Martinez and Eunisses Hernandez, Your Partner Wanting to Break Up and TechnologyTranscription: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1tgbArAKVM8xm5pbcBr3lWUcJaHIW1b_GeLJZ-xWrJWI/edit?usp=sharing
Gaby and Allison start off by sharing some misadventures with duvet covers. (Very scandalous!) They then try to help a listener whose partner wants to break up with her because he needs to focus on his mental health. City council candidates Hugo Soto-Martinez and Eunisses Hernandez then join the chat to talk grassroots movements, failing our citizens and the power of organizers. And finally, technology! Friend? Foe? Both?!
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Produced by Melisa D. Monts
Executive produced by Brett Bo...2022-02-231h 13
The Bitchuation RoomRegaNOMNOMics with Gareth Reynolds, Eunisses Hernandez & Hugo Soto-Martinez (EP116)Turns out Nancy Reagan sucked a lot more than we all imagined. Or never wanted to imagine. Comedian Gareth Reynolds joins Francesca to discuss the right's slut shaming gone wrong and Amazon corporation's crass reaction to their own workers killed by a tornado while on the job. Plus, progressive candidates for LA city council Eunisses Hernandez and Hugo Soto-Martinez discuss taking on status quo council-members to enact their vision for Los Angeles: housing for all and money for supportive services instead of carceral non-solutions. Finally, what super dumb conspiracy theory would you start a-la “Birds Aren’t Real.” AND in a spec...2021-12-131h 17
The Bitchuation RoomRegaNOMNOMics with Gareth Reynolds, Eunisses Hernandez & Hugo Soto-Martinez (EP116)Turns out Nancy Reagan sucked a lot more than we all imagined. Or never wanted to imagine. Comedian Gareth Reynolds joins Francesca to discuss the right's slut shaming gone wrong and Amazon corporation's crass reaction to their own workers killed by a tornado while on the job. Plus, progressive candidates for LA city council Eunisses Hernandez and Hugo Soto-Martinez discuss taking on status quo council-members to enact their vision for Los Angeles: housing for all and money for supportive services instead of carceral non-solutions. Finally, what super dumb conspiracy theory would you start a-la “Birds Aren’t Real.” AND in a spec...2021-12-131h 17
The Millennial Mija PodcastLive With Eunisses Hernandez
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2021-12-0555 min
TamarindoPolice Brutality and the Latinx CommunityWe talk to two women that are using their voice to ensure that the lived experiences of people of color in our community are seen and valued through storytelling and policymaking. Specifically, we talk about police brutality and the violence that Latinx folks experience as a direct result of white supremacy and the need to humanize experiences with thoughtful reporting.
We have Eunisses Hernandez, a policy advocate for communities most devastated by criminalization, the war on drugs, and mass incarceration. She is the Director & Co-Founder of LA Defensa, in LA. We also speak to Nicole Chavez, from CN...2021-09-1547 min
Pod for the CauseVision for Justice: Reimagining Public SafetyOn the finale of the Vision for Justice miniseries, our guest host, Monifa Bandele, Movement for Black Lives Leadership Team, reimagines public safety with Thea Sebastian, Director of Policy, Civil Rights Corps, Alphonso David, President of Human Rights Campaign, and Eunisses Hernandez, Executive Director and Co-founder of La Defensa.2021-08-0540 min
abolition is for everybodyAbolition is Decriminalizing Drugs with Eunisses HernandezOn this episode, Ra, Lee, and Eunisses delve into the topic of drugs, how our current system treats drug use and users of drugs, and what abolition and community care around drugs looks like.
To access the transcript for this episode, visit our website: www.InitiateJustice.org/Podcast
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/abolitionisforeverybody/support2021-07-0936 minWhat's Next, Los Angeles? with Mike BoninMeasure J, Gascon's the DA, Progressives Won the Day: Local and State Election ResultsWhat do state and local election results mean for Los Angeles? We have a discussion about how local progressive grassroots energy shook things up this week — with special guests Manuel Pastor, Eunisses Hernandez, and guest co-host Christen Hebrard.Plus: Mike’s thoughts on how a proposed City ordinance represents a failed approach to homelessness, how police unions lost big in the elections, and how he looks forward to an AOC-Ed Markey style partnership with Councilwoman-elect Nithya Raman.More info on our guests and some of the subjects we discussed:...2020-11-0857 minLA PodcastSans SheriffCuts to Metro go through. Buses will remain too crowded. More beatings of protestors by LASD. A scuffle at an LAPD station. The LA Times reckons with its racist history. In its presence, it makes some endorsements. Councilmember Ryu goes on the offense against Nithya Raman. And EUNISSES HERNANDEZ, co-chair of Yes on Measure J, joins the show to talk about why this county ballot measure is so important.Articles referenced in this episode:https://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2020-09-27/los-angeles-times-apology-racismhttps://www.latimes.com/opinion/story/2020-09-22/david-ryu-endorsement
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Small Beans285. BOLD: Live Interview - Drugs, Race & Criminalization with Eunisses HernandezBOLD is a podcast about race and justice in America, and a collaboration between Small Beans and Showing Up For Racial Justice, produced by White People 4 Black Lives.
In the first of our three live interviews, our co-hosts Dahlia Ferlito and Ivette Alé talk with Eunisses Hernandez about her activism as a member of Just Leadership USA, which focuses on issues of drug criminalization and the intersection between race and incarceration in America.
Featuring "Sage for my Soul," by Indigo Mateo, Produced by Richie Reseda. Main Theme by Rachael Cantu and Melantopia. Art by Michael Vincent Bramley.
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Solidarity & Resistance2. Organizing against toxic imprisonment in the face of COVID-19“Our friends, family members, and loved ones who are locked up in prisons, jails, and detention centers are facing significant risk as states, local governments, and communities try to fight the spread of COVID-19. This webinar brings together a panel of organizers from across the country to share campaign updates, strategies, and tools in their efforts organizing for decarceration during the COVID-19 pandemic.”
Featuring:
Amber Akemi Piatt, Human Impact Partners, part of the Audit Ahern Campaign
Eunisses Hernandez, JusticeLA Coalition
MK Orsulak and Tifanei Ressl-Moyer, Decarcerate Sacramento
Kyle Neil, Communities United Against Viol...2020-04-011h 26