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Pod Save the People

Pod Save the People

By: Crooked Media
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On Pod Save the People, DeRay Mckesson explores news, culture, social justice, and politics with Kaya Henderson, Myles Johnson, and Sharhonda Bossier. They offer a unique take on the news, with a special focus on overlooked stories and topics that often impact people of color. There’s also a weekly one-on-one interview with DeRay and special guests, from singer/songwriter John Legend to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. The experts, influencers, and diverse local and national leaders who come on the show go deep on social, political, and cultural issues. New episodes every Tuesday.© Crooked Media. All Rights Reserved. Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Leadership as Resistance w/ AG Andrea Joy Campbell
    Jul 8 2025

    A deceptive “beautiful” bill conceals dangerous policy, Trump administration withholds billions in school funding, Essence Fest faces accusations of cultural erasure, and former politician Rick Perry finds purpose in psychedelics. DeRay interviews Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell on justice, leadership, and protecting communities under threat.

    News

    10 Egregious Things You May Not Know About the One Big Beautiful Bill Act

    Trump administration withholds billions in school grants for critical programs

    Is Black American Heritage being pushed out of Essence Fest?

    Rick Perry: I’m dedicating my life to fighting for a psychedelic drug

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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • Division by Design w/ Deborah N. Archer
    Jun 24 2025

    Trump orders US bombing of Iran nuclear sites, ICE impersonations surge amid immigration crackdowns, young men emerge as a swing vote to watch, and Tyler Perry hit with a $260 million sexual-assault and harassment lawsuit. DeRay interviews Deborah N. Archer about her new book Dividing Lines: How Transportation Infrastructure Reinforces Racial Inequality.

    News

    Trump Claims Success After Bombing Key Iran Nuclear Sites

    Why Young Men Voters May Be More Likely To Swing Back

    ICE officer impersonations spike in wake of immigration crackdown

    What to Know About Tyler Perry’s $260 Million Lawsuit

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    1 hr and 32 mins
  • Less Warfare, More Welfare w/ Brad Lander
    Jun 17 2025

    Democratic lawmakers attacked in Minnesota, tensions rise between Iran and Israel, SNAP work requirements threaten food access, tech bros’ bizarre transition to the military, and a reflection on the legacy of Living Single. DeRay interviews NYC Comptroller Brad Lander about his mayoral candidacy.


    News

    Worsening SNAP’s Harsh Work Requirement Would Take Food Assistance Away From Millions of Low-Income People


    I’m the CTO of Palantir. Today I Join the Army.

    Erika Alexander and Kim Coles on ReLiving Single: Why Black Women’s Stories Still Matter

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    1 hr and 5 mins

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