
Refuse Fascism
The Refuse Fascism podcast is an independent and all-volunteer show that produces weekly episodes that expose, analyze, and oppose the very real danger and threat of fascism coming to power in the United States.
Hosted by Sam Goldman, produced by volunteers with Refuse Fascism.
Latest episodes

Mar 16, 2025 • 47min
Mahmoud Khalil Must Be Freed - Trump Must Go
Sam and Coco talk about the ominous significance of the kidnapping, ICE detention and plans for deportation of Columbia graduate and activist Mahmoud Khalil (not to mention, green card holder married to a US citizen) and the need to quickly and dramatically step up resistance to the whole Trump MAGA fascist program."NOW IS THE TIME WHEN WE MUST RISE UP AND ACT TO STOP THE CONSOLIDATION OF TRUMP MAGA FASCISM. For the lives of people here and around the world we must refuse unlawful and inhumane orders… we must fill the streets and town squares in rising numbers — not stopping until we become millions — not relenting until this regime is no longer able to implement its program."- from A Call to Conscience... A Call to Act from Refuse FascismMentioned in this episode:Mahmoud Khalil Must Be FREED NOW!"This statement needs to be spread to every corner of society"'Baby jails’ and first steps behind bars: Trump’s immigration agenda embraces family detention againWe Are Asking the Wrong Questions About Mahmoud Khalil’s ArrestJewish Voice for Peace takes over Trump Tower protesting for Mahmoud KhalilJe suis Khalil (FT)Read, sign, share: https://refusefascism.org/act/Merch: https://refusefascism.bigcartel.com/productsSend your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok:@samgoldmanrf. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support: patreon.com/refusefascismMusic for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Mar 9, 2025 • 53min
Decorum Vs. Determined Resistance with A.R. Moxon
Sam recaps this past week including Trump's fascist address to Congress, the regime's progress towards their goals and the protests demanding Trump, Musk and the fascist regime's removal around the country. Then, she talks to author and essayist A.R. Moxon (author of Very Fine People and The Revisionaries). Follow his work at www.armoxon.com and subscribe to his newsletter at the-reframe.com.Mentioned in this episode:The Trump Administration’s Environmental Pile-OnDHS Detains Palestinian Student from Columbia Encampment, Advocates SayNew Call to Conscience... Call to Act: NO! In The Name of Humanity, We Refuse to Accept a Fascist America; We Demand: The Trump Fascist Regime Must Go!The RNL Show (including clips from Trump's address to Congress)Merch:Sticker PackRainbow Sticker PackBeanieRefuse Fascism T-shirtIn the Name of Humanity T-ShirtSend your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok:@samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:·patreon.com/refusefascism·paypal.me/refusefascism·donate.refusefascism.orgMusic for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Mar 2, 2025 • 1h 2min
Stop the War on Women and LGBTQ People
Mark recaps the latest from the fascist shitstorm... then we share highlights from the live forum this week featuring Sunsara Taylor, Debra Sweet and your questions leading into this week of protests. Watch Sunsara Taylor on The RNL - Revolution Nothing Less - Show every week on Youtube.Mentioned in the episode: Protest Trump Tuesday March 4 outside Congress in DC Resources for March 4 (fliers, posters, chants, etc.) Saturday March 8 International Women’s Day 2025 - nationwide Resources for March 8 (fliers, posters, chants, etc.)Merch:Sticker packsBeaniesPinsSend your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok:@samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:·patreon.com/refusefascism·paypal.me/refusefascism·donate.refusefascism.orgMusic for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Feb 24, 2025 • 1h 11min
Purges in the Military and Growing Resistance in the Streets
In this episode Sam shares clips from voices of conscience who've spoken up this past week before joining Mark to dissect and analyze the state of the fascist ascent one month in. Topics include CPAC, growing protests, and major moves of the regime this week: their military purge, the terror they're unleashing against immigrants, their expanding cuts of federal workers and extreme threats against judges, politicians, professors, and even whole cities. Sam urges listeners to come to DC on Tuesday March 4 to protest when Trump speaks to Congress & to volunteer to help make the protest as powerful as possible. Mentioned in the episode: Refusing Trump’s Orders: Military Resistance to Mass Deportation How Trump’s Leveraging “Unitary Executive” Theory to Harness Supreme Power Protest Trump Tuesday March 4 outside Congress Trump’s Executive Orders Build Toward Dictatorial “Unitary Executive” Power Migrants, Deported to Panama Under Trump Plan, Detained in Remote Jungle Camp Trump and Musk Delight in the Sounds of Human Suffering With Sick “ASMR” Immigrant VideoMerch:Sticker packsBeaniesPinsSend your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok:@samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:·patreon.com/refusefascism·paypal.me/refusefascism·donate.refusefascism.orgMusic for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

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Feb 16, 2025 • 1h 22min
Unprecedented: Sasha Abramsky & Thomas Zimmer on the Crisis We Face
Sasha Abramsky, a journalist and author focusing on the far-right's influence in small-town America, warns about the dehumanization of vulnerable groups and the dire effects of social program cuts. Historian Thomas Zimmer discusses the recent constitutional crises under the Trump regime, exploring how authoritarianism and extremist factions have reshaped American democracy. Together, they emphasize the urgent need for collective action to counter these alarming trends and protect civil rights.

Feb 9, 2025 • 1h 4min
Watering The Seeds of Resistance
Sam shares the call from Refuse Fascism to take the streets on Presidents Day (Monday, February 17) and shares some of the developments that marked week 3 of Trump 2.0.She interviews Daniel Hunter, author ofWhat If Trump Wins? and founder of Choose Democracy. They discuss resistance to stop Trump and how we overcome fear and uncertainty. Find out more about minuteof.us here. Then she shares highlights from conversations with Kay, Kim, and Misty, organizers withNo Voice Unheard who played a pivotal role in the nationwide 50501 protests that mobilized thousands in protest of Trump and Project 20205.Find/host a protest on Monday Feb 17 ("President's Day") here:https://refusefascism.org/2025/02/08/monday-february-17-presidents-day-take-to-the-streets/Only the People Can Defeat Trump/MAGA FascismFind Out How; Register for ZoomTuesday, Feb 11 at 8PM ET Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_95M5RZOMTq-rjhWxSobJLAMerch:Sticker packsBeaniesPinsSend your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok:@samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:·patreon.com/refusefascism·paypal.me/refusefascism·donate.refusefascism.orgMusic for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Feb 2, 2025 • 44min
The First Two Weeks: Fascism is a Package Deal
Sam recaps and analyzes the onslaught of fascist orders and actions as of this morning, February 2, 2025. Then we share snippets from the Patron-only call earlier this week discussing the fascists' agenda and progress towards implementing it including their primary targets (trans people and immigrants) plus their plans for radically changing the US constitution (which isn't already repressive enough for them); plus ways that people can act in concert and individually to resist fascism meaningfully right now.
Find protests in every state happening February 5 here.
Learn more about the "50501" protest movement here.
Resources:
Episode 218: How Billionaires Created a Culture War and Sold School Vouchers
Refuse Fascism merch including stickers and beanies
Refuse Fascism T-Shirts and Hoodies
In the Name of Humanity We REFUSE to Accept a FASCIST America T-Shirts and Hoodies (white ink on colored options)
In the Name of Humanity We REFUSE to Accept a FASCIST America T-Shirts and Hoodies (black ink on colored options)
Signs & Banners
Refuse Fascism Mission Statement
Defend & Recruit Playbook
Immigration Know Your Rights Resources
Send your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok: @samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:
· patreon.com/refusefascism
· paypal.me/refusefascism
· donate.refusefascism.org
Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Jan 27, 2025 • 1h 13min
Week One of Trump Regime 2.0 with Chrissy Stroop
One week in, Sam talks with Chrissy Stroop, Senior Correspondent for Religion Dispatches, and co-founder of The Fly Trap. Subscribe to Chrissy's Substack: https://www.bugbeardispatch.com/.
Wednesday, Jan. 29 at 8PM ET / 5PM PT, join us for a Patron-only Zoom discussion with historian Paul Street & host of the pod Sam Goldman, to discuss Trump's first 10 days and ways we can refuse fascism together. See link to register at our Patreon page: https://www.patreon.com/refusefascism.
The Inauguration song by Jesse Welles on YouTube. Follow Jesse at wellesmusic.com.
Resources:
Refuse Fascism merch including stickers and beanies
Refuse Fascism T-Shirts and Hoodies
In the Name of Humanity We REFUSE to Accept a FASCIST America T-Shirts and Hoodies (white ink on colored options)
In the Name of Humanity We REFUSE to Accept a FASCIST America T-Shirts and Hoodies (black ink on colored options)
Signs & Banners
Refuse Fascism Mission Statement
Defend & Recruit Playbook
Immigration Know Your Rights Resources
Send your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok: @samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:
· patreon.com/refusefascism
· paypal.me/refusefascism
· donate.refusefascism.org
Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Jan 19, 2025 • 60min
Sheriffs As Trump’s Shock Troops w/ Jessica Pishko
Sam comments on the eve of Trump's inauguration and shares highlights from our virtual forum "Offense and Defense: How to Defeat Trump/MAGA Fascism & Defend Those Under Attack." Catch the full program here.
Then, Sam interviews Jessica Pishko, journalist, lawyer, and author of The Highest Law in the Land: How the Unchecked Power of Sheriffs Threatens Democracy. You can follow Jessica on X/Bluesky @JessPish and subscribe to her Substack.
Refuse Fascism Gear:
Refuse Fascism T-Shirts and Hoodies
In the Name of Humanity We REFUSE to Accept a FASCIST America T-Shirts and Hoodies (white ink on colored options)
In the Name of Humanity We REFUSE to Accept a FASCIST America T-Shirts and Hoodies (black ink on colored options)
Send your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok: @samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:
· patreon.com/refusefascism
· paypal.me/refusefascism
· donate.refusefascism.org
Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown

Jan 12, 2025 • 10min
The Most Dangerous Anti-Immigrant Bill Yet + An Announcement
Sam recaps the far-reaching and ominous effects of the "Laken Riley" (anti-immigrant) Act on the eve of Trump's return to power.
Sign up for the virtual forum on January 15 5pm PT/7pm CT/8pm ET: https://bit.ly/4014smc
Offense and Defense: How To Defeat Trump/MAGA Fascism & Defend Those Under Attack
On January 20, Trump will re-take the reins of power. We have to confront Trump/MAGA fascism 2.0—now backed by all three branches of government, a united and far-reaching fascist movement, with the Republican Party purged of any dissent, and a cabinet ready to go full of woman-haters, immigrant-bashers, war criminals, white supremacists, science deniers, climate destroyers, racists and shameless liars with no respect for the rule of law.
With Trump’s inauguration posing an existential threat to humanity and the planet itself, this forum aims to bring people together to inspire and bolster collective action. Join us to hear prescient insights from people who have been leading serious efforts to expose and oppose Trump/MAGA fascism, illuminating the threats we face and the paths forward to resist them effectively.
Featuring:
Coco Das, Member of the Refuse Fascism Editorial Board
Faisal Al-Jubari, Chief External Affairs Officer for RAICES (Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services)
Sunsara Taylor, co-host of The RNL-Revolution Nothing Less-Show
Hosted by: Sam Goldman, Host of the Refuse Fascism Podcast
Could the MAGA nightmare really all come to pass?
Is the best thing we can do be begging Democratic Party leaders or waiting for elections?
What would serious opposition look like and where and how do we get it started now?
Will finding common ground with fascists rein them in or keep us safe?
Can we actually wrench out a different future?
IN THE NAME OF HUMANITY, WE REFUSE TO ACCEPT A FASCIST AMERICA!
Send your comments to samanthagoldman@refusefascism.org or @SamBGoldman and find her on TikTok: @samgoldmanrf. Record a voice message for the show here. Connect with the movement at RefuseFascism.org and support:
· patreon.com/refusefascism
· paypal.me/refusefascism
· donate.refusefascism.org
Music for this episode: Penny the Snitch by Ikebe Shakedown