

Pod Save the People
Crooked Media
On Pod Save The People, host DeRay Mckesson explores social justice, culture, politics – and the various ways they all collide – with cohosts Myles E. Johnson and Sharhonda Bossier.
Each Tuesday, the crew digs into the current events driving the political discourse – bringing cultural context, actionable insights, and a hot take or two – to help empower listeners to engage as thoughtful members of their communities…and their group chats.
Alongside special guests, the show uplifts overlooked news stories that impact people of color and amplifies underrepresented voices who are working to create meaningful change.
Each Tuesday, the crew digs into the current events driving the political discourse – bringing cultural context, actionable insights, and a hot take or two – to help empower listeners to engage as thoughtful members of their communities…and their group chats.
Alongside special guests, the show uplifts overlooked news stories that impact people of color and amplifies underrepresented voices who are working to create meaningful change.
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Sep 10, 2024 • 1h 26min
A New Way Forward
Harris campaign releases initiatives ahead of presidential debate, American adults struggle with illiteracy, childcare funding under attack, a nonprofit newsroom receives past due support, and Sade teases new music as part of Transgender Awareness Compilation. NewsHarris/Walz: A New Way ForwardA Fifth of American Adults Struggle to Read. Why Are We Failing to Teach Them?Project 2025 plan calls for shifting funding for childcare to in-home careThe 19th wanted to ‘normalize’ women in power. In 2024, it’s dreaming bigger.Sade to Release First New Song in Years as Part of Transgender Awareness Compilation Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sep 9, 2024 • 45min
Introducing Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPD
The police tell us they are here to protect us. But what if their original purpose was something else altogether? Peabody Award-winning host Chenjerai Kumanyika takes listeners on a journey to uncover the hidden history of the largest police force in the world – from its roots in slavery, to rival police gangs battling across the city, to everyday people who resisted every step of the way. As our society debates where policing is going, Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPD explores where the police came from.From Wondery, Crooked Media and PushBlack.Follow Empire City wherever you get your podcasts and listen to the second episode, available now. You can listen ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App or on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 27, 2024 • 1h 3min
Defy the Lie
Myths uncovered: The 1994 Crime Bill, Democratic National Convention, and Black horror films. The Biggest Myth About the 1994 Crime Bill Still Haunts Joe Biden. It Shouldn’t.Minyon Moore Helped Harris Rise. Now She’s Leading Her Convention.Ganja & Hess: The 50-year-old vampire movie masterpiece critics got all wrong Follow @PodSavethePeople on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 20, 2024 • 1h 4min
Rich v. Poor
Hosts debate the prominence of celebrity culture in politics, a historic payout to Black farmers, and wealthy Arizonians blow threw the state budget. NewsTrump says presidential civilian award is 'better' than top military honor whose recipients are 'dead' or 'hit' by bulletsKerry Washington, Mindy Kaling and more will serve as DNC hostsSchool Vouchers Were Supposed to Save Taxpayer Money. Instead They Blew a Massive Hole in Arizona’s Budget.Republicans scrambled to get Cornel West on the Arizona ballot. The left-wing academic is OK with itNational Black Farmers Association Calls Today A Win, Historic $2B Payout for Discrimination in Farm Lending Follow @PodSavethePeople on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 13, 2024 • 1h 13min
These are Human Beings
Black men rally for Kamala Harris, new map shows the deadliest neighborhoods for police killings, a fashion historian unveils a hidden archive, and a debate on politician accountability. NewsNew map unveils the deadliest neighborhoods for police killingsBlack Men Rally for Kamala Harris, and Confront an Elephant in the Room‘I Am Speaking Now’: At a Rally in Detroit, Harris Stares Down Her DetractorsThrough Bill Cunningham’s Lens, the Glitz and Drama of an Era-Defining Fashion ShowFollow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 6, 2024 • 1h 8min
Rooting for Everybody Black
Soaring death rates at Maricopa County Jail, Trump attends the National Association of Black Journalists Conference, Bloomberg donates record funding to HBCU medical schools, NYC restores budget to public libraries. News'Dying in the dark': Investigation finds 'astronomical' death rate in Maricopa County jailsYou Did It, NYC! Library Budgets Have Been SavedOpinion At NABJ, Trump was both a missile and a mirrorBloomberg gives record $600 million to HBCU medical schoolsSylvester: The Disco Diva You Didn't Know You Knew Follow at @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 30, 2024 • 54min
What It Feels Like To Win
Beyoncé pays tribute to Team USA Olympians, J.D. Vance advocates for menstrual surveillance, and Kamala Harris advances in her presidential campaign. News#Beylympics Biden Unveils Plan For Supreme Court Changes, Including Term LimitsJ.D. Vance Is in a Multi-Day Spat with Jennifer AnistonJD Vance, Menstrual Surveillance HawkA Lot Has Changed for Women Since 2016. What Does That Mean for Kamala Harris? Follow @PodSavethePeople on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 23, 2024 • 1h 3min
Unprecedented Times
Biden is out of the presidential race, Harris is in the running toward Democratic nomination, Amber Rose is off the rocker at the Republican National Convention, and more on this episode of Unprecedented Times. News Watch Amber Rose's speech at the Republican National ConventionHarris campaign raises a record $81 million in 24 hoursWhy did the RNC cover up Amber Rose's tattoo?How to pronounce the new Democratic presidential frontrunner's name Follow @PodSaveThePeople on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 16, 2024 • 49min
Violence Trumps Peace
Four months ahead of November election, Pod Save the People discusses the chaos and violence surrounding Donald Trump's candidacy. NewsJudge dismisses Trump classified documents caseThe Fyre Fest Fraudster Is Connecting Trump With RappersBiden Calls for Unity as Portrait of Trump Shooting Suspect EmergesAlleged Trump shooter spotted by law enforcement nearly 30 minutes before shots fired, sources sayPhotographer who took iconic photo of bullet near Trump's ear explains how he got the picture Follow Pod Save the People on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 9, 2024 • 59min
Dems in Doubt
Democrats under pressure following presidential debate, kidneys from Black donors thrown away, and Philadelphia radio host resigns after Joe Biden interview. NewsKidneys from Black donors are more likely to be thrown away − a bioethicist explains whyPhiladelphia radio host who interviewed President Biden steps downRadio Host Who Was Fed Questions by Biden Campaign Leaves Philadelphia Station“Cats: The Jellicle Ball” Lands on Its Feet Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.


