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WAIW | Reaction to the USA Election (2020)

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It's no surprise that the United States has problems that need to be dealt with, but it is disappointing that its citizens couldn't at least clearly deal with one today. Read More »

  • Nov. 04, 2020
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WAIW | Healthcare Should Be Universal

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If your goal is to reduce suffering in the world, then pushing for universal healthcare should be a part of your activism. Read More »

  • Oct. 14, 2020
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Nothing New to Say

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I've been relatively quiet online when it comes to recent events, and even though I have my reasons, I still know I should do better. Read More »

  • Jul. 03, 2020
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#OurNewNormal | Ryan Patey of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Wrapping-up the #OurNewNormal series, I share what life is now like in Saigon, Vietnam while also talking about plans for another podcast. Read More »

  • Jun. 18, 2020
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#OurNewNormal | The Raven Corps of Portland, Oregon

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The Raven Corps, a vegan youth group from the United States talks with me about the work they do and how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed their tactics. Read More »

  • Jun. 13, 2020
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#OurNewNormal | Chilis On Wheels in New York, New York

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Eloisa T. joins me from New York to talk about the work of Chilis On Wheels during the COVID-19 pandemi Read More »

  • Jun. 02, 2020
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