Behind the Bastards

It Could Happen Here Weekly 159

Dec 7, 2024

Kate Bertasch, Executive Director of the Digital Defense Fund, shares crucial insights on safeguarding digital privacy for abortion access amid shifting political landscapes. She discusses the potential dangers of digital surveillance, particularly regarding period trackers and personal communications. Bertasch emphasizes practical strategies for maintaining privacy, navigating healthcare concerns, and building reliable support networks to protect rights. The conversation sheds light on the intersection of technology and reproductive health, urging proactive measures for individuals seeking secure access to care.

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Rhetoric and Reality: Analyzing 'The Art of the Surge'

Christian Nationalism at a Turning Point Rally in Duluth

Authority and the Strain of Discipline

Cult-like Devotion and Immigration Rhetoric: The Trump Influence

Rhetoric and Reality: The Immigrant Narrative

Political Rhetoric and Modern Parallels

The Struggle of the Mapuche: A Historical Perspective

36:53 • 24min

Echoes of Resistance: Mapuche Struggles & Cultural Resilience

01:00:37 • 15min

Mapuche Resilience and Modern Innovations

01:15:17 • 11min

Conflict in Aleppo: The Kurdish Struggle

01:26:36 • 12min

Dynamics of Conflict in Deir ez-Zor

01:39:05 • 15min

Reporting from the Syrian Conflict

01:54:34 • 7min

Navigating Bias and Finding Credible Information in Conflict Reporting

02:01:48 • 6min

The Absurdity of the South Korean Coup

02:07:33 • 7min

Martial Law and Political Turmoil in South Korea

02:14:34 • 6min

Resilience Against Authoritarianism

02:20:31 • 9min

Political Turmoil and the Aftermath of Martial Law

02:29:17 • 3min

Aftermath of the Coup: Lessons from History

02:32:43 • 3min

Political Unrest and Consumer Innovations

02:36:02 • 7min

Navigating Abortion Rights and Digital Privacy

02:42:46 • 15min

The Privacy Pitfalls of Digital Communication

02:57:34 • 2min

Digital Safety and Abortion Rights

02:59:32 • 16min

Support Networks and Smart Fashion

03:15:30 • 4min