The New Activist

Latest Episodes:

Branden Harvey, Good in the Midst of COVID-19 Mar 23, 2020

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Branden Harvey joins us for a special episode dedicated to finding good in the midst of a the COVID-19 pandemic. Branden is the Founder & CEO of Good Good Good, a media company who creates stories and tools designed to leave us feeling less overwhelmed and more capable of being a part of the good in the world.

Links from the Interview

- IJM Stories of Hope

- Feeding America (US Hunger Relief)

Good Good Good Links

- A bunch of good news stories from Good Good Good

- All things Good Good Good The New Activist Social

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Sarah Stewart Holland & Beth Silvers, co-hosts of Pantsuit Politics Mar 16, 2020

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Sarah and Beth are the duo behind the popular podcast Pantsuit Politics, “A podcast for real conversations that help us understand politics, democracy, and the news — while still treating each other like thoughtful human beings.” Today we’re going to look at how we can be political activists with strong feelings and beliefs — yet somehow coexist with those we disagree with.

-Keep up with Sarah, Beth, Pantsuit Politics, and buy their new book!

-Contact your elected official on behalf of IJM, please.

-Learn more about the work that IJM all around the world.

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Rev. Michael Mather, From Poverty to Abundance Mar 02, 2020

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As a young pastor, Rev. Michael Mather was sent to a church whose glory days were behind it. Yet in the midst of a community in transition, Rev. Mather began to see the congregation not as a group in decline – but a vibrant collection of people who weren’t being asked the right questions. This week, Rev. Mather shares his inspiring journey of finding abundance in the unexpected.

-Buy Rev. Mather’s fantastic book

-Learn more about the work of IJM

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Shannon Service, Director & Producer of Ghost Fleet Feb 17, 2020

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Shannon Service is bringing us deep into the waters of the Thai fishing industry. As the Director and Producer of the documentary Ghost Fleet, Shannon is uncovering the humanity of enslaved fisherman, the criminal conspiracy at the heart of the fishing industry, and the stories of those who heroically risk their lives in the name of justice.

- Watch Ghost Fleet today, and sign up for more info.

-Learn more about the work that IJM is doing in Thailand.

- Propaganda’s music, merch, podcasting, and tour dates

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Cheryl Bear, Indigenous Teacher and Storyteller Feb 03, 2020

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Cheryl Bear’s introduction must begin with the land. She writes in her bio, “I am Nadleh Whut’en from the Dakelh Nation and Dumdenyoo Clan (Bear clan). My community is in Central BC, on the shores of Fraser Lake.”

Today, Cheryl explains the deep importance of that biography, as well as what she’s learned while sharing stories and songs with over 600 indigenous communities throughout Canada and The United States.

- Cheryl Bear’s music, speaking, and writing

- Learn more about the work of IJM

- Propaganda’s music, merch, podcasting, and tour dates

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Latasha Morrison Dec 16, 2019

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Latasha Morrison guides us in an important conversation about being a bridge to racial unity. Her unique style of engaging hard conversations head-on is revolutionizing congregations around the U.S. and creating healthy dialogues about race. Original air date: November 30, 2017.

-Connect with Latasha & buy her new book -Learn more about IJM and the Esther series

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Esther pt. 5 - Freedom Dec 02, 2019

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In this final episode of our special series, we’ll journey through Esther’s* incredible bravery and tenacity. From finding her sister, to excelling in aftercare, to dreaming about the future - Esther will define what it means to be a survivor.

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*Pseudonyms have been used and images have been obscured for the protection of these IJM survivors.

Esther pt. 4 - Rescue Nov 25, 2019

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In this fourth part of our special series, we journey through the dramatic series of events that will ultimately change Esther’s* life. But even as we hear how her circumstances change, we’re left to answer questions about what it means to be free, and where God is during immense suffering.

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*Pseudonyms have been used and images have been obscured for the protection of these IJM survivors.

Esther pt. 3 - Geoffrey Nov 18, 2019

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In this third part of our special series, we are going to spend the entire episode talking about the saga of a boy named Geoffrey*. Because to really understand the journey of Esther* and how her story unfolds, we have to understand Geoffrey and his heroic, incredible, and honorable actions.

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*Pseudonyms have been used and images have been obscured for the protection of these IJM survivors.

Esther pt. 2 - The Island Nov 11, 2019

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In this second part of our special series, we visit the island where Esther* was enslaved. For nearly a decade, this secluded labor camp was all she knew and what she feared would be her home forever.

This week we’ll hear Esther’s plight, try to understand the mindset of her captors, and explore the dark historical connection between Ghana and America.

Join the story: ijm.org/rescue-children

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*Pseudonyms have been used and images have been obscured for the protection of these IJM survivors.