The MeidasTouch Podcast

Trump’s accountants FLIP, the GQP is MIA, and how to be an activist with Steve Pierson and Mariah Craven

Feb 18, 2022

Join activists Steve Pierson, a community organizer with a background in entertainment, and Mariah Craven, a political consultant who has powered campaigns for major figures like Kamala Harris. They dive into the urgency of engaging the youth in democracy and reflect on the shifting public sentiment surrounding Trump’s financial troubles. Humorously critiquing the Republican Party's inaction on pressing issues like inflation, they also share personal stories of activism that highlight the impact of grassroots movements and the importance of collective action.

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Episode guests

Mariah Craven

Steve Pierson

AI Chapters

Episode notes

Intro

2min

Grassroots Activism and Affordable Eyewear

2min

Grassroots Engagement and Humorous Tales

4min

Democracy, Activism, and Trump's Financial Woes

20min

Shifts in Public Opinion and Political Dynamics

5min

Republicans MIA: Activism and Nutrition

10min

The Power of Activism: Personal Journeys and Community Impact

20min

Engaging Voters in a Divided Nation

5min

Podcasts and Activism: Small Steps to Change

6min

10.

Teamwork and Global Advocacy

5min

11.

Urgency in Ukraine: Navigating Tensions

5min

On today’s episode of The MeidasTouch Podcast, we speak with two incredible guests and hosts of the ‘How We Win’ podcast, Steve Pierson & Mariah Craven. Mariah Craven is an activist, writer and political consultant with more than 12 years of experience in organizing people to create change at the ballot box and in their communities. A believer in the power of new digital tools and effective face-to-face contact, Mariah has worked on online and offline campaigns for Kamala Harris for Senate, Karen Bass for Congress, Alex Padilla for Secretary of State, Holly J. Mitchell for Supervisor, the effort to flip the House, and many others. Steve Pierson is an activist, community organizer, and trainer, who started as a “class of 2016” volunteer. He uses his entertainment industry background to help engage citizens and support Democratic campaigns. Steve formerly worked for the grassroots organization Swing Left as Southern California Field Director and Training Manager. He is currently an elected California Democratic Party Delegate and chairs their Organizing Committee. Following this interview, the brothers dive into the truth about the Durham report, Trump’s accounting firm leaving him in the dust, and Republicans refusing to do anything about inflation! If you enjoyed today’s episode please be sure to rate, review & subscribe! As always, thank YOU for listening.

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