Forever35 Replay - Episode 351: Do Something, Somewhere, Soon with Stacey Abrams
Dec 24, 2025
In this engaging conversation, Stacey Abrams, a renowned voting rights activist and best-selling author, shares insights about her new children's book that promotes empathy and advocacy. She discusses how to encourage kids to be involved in civic action and the significance of modeling empathy from a young age. Abrams also delves into her writing process, blending complex themes in her thrillers, and her passion for exploring different genres, including a potential future in sci-fi. Her take on overcoming fear and pursuing goals at any age is truly inspiring!
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First Plane Trip Turned Brave
- Stacey Abrams' first plane trip was at 12 with the Girl Scouts after parents left due to a dispute.
- Her parents, former civil rights activists, supported her decision to go despite conflict.
Do Something Somewhere Soon
- When you see a problem, do something somewhere soon rather than trying to fix everything at once.
- Volunteer locally and, when appropriate, bring your kids to model empathy and action.
School Meals Are A Public Investment
- Almost a quarter of U.S. children face hunger at any given moment and school meals mitigate that.
- Cutting school meal funding harms learning and creates long-term societal costs.