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The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterThe Truth In This Art with DJ Ducky DynamoDucky Dynamo, a DJ and curator renowned for her work with Baltimore club music, returns to "The Truth In This Art" podcast with Rob Lee to celebrate Black Music Month. She discusses her role in promoting black artistry and the cultural significance of Baltimore club music. Reflecting on the vibrant nightlife of her early years, Ducky addresses challenges like cultural preservation, gentrification, and exploitation by mainstream artists. Emphasizing community involvement and creative solutions, she highlights efforts to sustain Baltimore's unique cultural heritage.Website and Socials:soundcloud.com/duckydynamoX: @duckydynamoInstagram: duckydynamo...2024-06-111h 00
43-15Petco Workers Demand a UnionPetco workers in Seattle want a union because of low pay, unfair commission structures, and unsafe working conditions for both humans and animals. Unsurprisingly, Petco has responded by hiring a top tier union buster and by trying to stall the union election. In this episode, we're chatting with Olivia and Sydney, two pet stylists, about the specifics of what's going on and where things are going. Keep up with their campaign on: Twitter: @PetcoUnitedInstagram: @PetcoWorkersUnitedTikTok: @PetcoWorkersUnited2022-09-1235 min
At Your ExpenseEp 9: Comrade Cluck is a Scab Part IIPart II: Mike Woliansky and Sadrah Schadel were punk rockers with a vision to save the world one vegan meat product at a time. No Evil Foods is sold as an activist brand with a mission, but their socialist-themed branding and co-opting of leftist rhetoric can’t cover up their union busting and treatment of workers as disposable. So how did this “progressive” company come to exploit their employees just like any other cutthroat capitalists? In this episode we speak with union organizers and former No Evil Foods employees Jon, Meagan and Josh about their experiences with the company and it...2021-07-211h 39At Your ExpenseEp 8: Comrade Cluck is a Scab Part IMike Woliansky and Sadrah Schadel were punk rockers with a vision to save the world one vegan meat product at a time. No Evil Foods is sold as an activist brand with a mission, but their socialist-themed branding and co-opting of leftist rhetoric can’t cover up their union busting and treatment of workers as disposable. So how did this “progressive” company come to exploit their employees just like any other cutthroat capitalists? In this episode we speak with union organizers and former No Evil Foods employees Jon, Meagan and Josh about their experiences with the company and its union...2021-07-011h 16
The Truth In This Art: Stories That MatterEmbracing Authenticity and Local Flavor with DJ Ducky DynamoWelcome to "The Truth In This Art." I'm your host, Rob Lee. In today's episode, we have a captivating conversation with DJ Ducky Dynamo, he stops by to talk music, curse words, and local flavor! From her beginnings in Park Heights, Ducky Dynamo has always found beauty in her city. Her eclectic taste in music and love for local radio would lead her down a path that took her from college to the stage. Now, Ducky is amongst the top DJs in Baltimore, creating and inspiring the next generation of musicians.In this episode, we delve into:2020-03-1347 min
The Lisa ShowEmergency Preparedness, Decorating a Kid's Room, How to Make Guests Feel Comfortable, Holiday Heart Health, Family Literacy, Binge-WatchingEmergency Preparedness (0:00:00) Imagine this: you’re sitting in the comfort of your home after a long day of work, when suddenly the room starts to shake. After a minute of watching pictures fall off your walls and glasses shatter in your cupboards, you realize you’re in the middle of an earthquake. What you would do? Where would you go? Do you have a plan? Natural disasters tend to impact us when we least expect it, and if we’re not prepared for what could happen, we could be in big danger. Professional Environmental Health Scientist Chris Smoot is joinin...2019-11-221h 41
Female TroubleMeagan "Ducky Dynamo" Buster, DJ and organizer (episode 56)With a passion for music and the environment, Meagan "Ducky Dynamo" Buster defies the notion of doing or being only one thing. At first managing and promoting artists, Meagan eventually started creating music herself as DJ Ducky Dynamo, and can be found bringing the sounds of Baltimore Club music across the country. She makes up half of the DJ duo Turnt, with Shawn Smallwood, and is also an organizer for the Baltimore City Green Party. Meagan talked about her loyalty to Baltimore, weather forecasting, the legacy of DJ K-Swift and connecting art and activism.2017-11-0700 min