
Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff
As long as there’s been oppression, there’ve been people fighting it. This weekly podcast dives into history to drag up the wildest rebels, the most beautiful revolts, and all the people who long to be—and fight to be—free. It explores complex stories of resistance that offer lessons and inspiration for us today, focusing on the ensemble casts that make up each act of history. That is to say, this podcast focuses on Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff.
Latest episodes

Jan 8, 2025 • 33min
Part Two: Q&A Episode: Margaret and Sophie Answer Your Questions
It's time for the second part of our yearly Q&A, in which we answer questions from you, the audience. Whom we often appreciate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 6, 2025 • 31min
Part One: Q&A Episode: Margaret and Sophie Answer Your Questions
The hosts kick off the new year with a lighthearted Q&A, sharing personal anecdotes and engaging stories. They explore themes of courage and creativity, reflecting on their introverted natures alongside extroverted pursuits. Oscar Wilde’s legacy is discussed, while favorite foods and nostalgic films spark laughter. The conversation dives into the importance of solidarity in political movements and highlights influential theorists shaping radical ideas. A passion for potatoes brings culinary joys to life, and the merits of self-learning in the digital age are celebrated.

Jan 5, 2025 • 23min
CZM Book Club: Cool Zone 2055: How to Survive (the Dino Wars)
Margaret and Mia discuss the headlines here at the start of the year 2055 during world war 3.5.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jan 1, 2025 • 1h
Part Two: Bella Ciao and the Migrant Laboring Women Who Gave Us an Anthem
In part two of this week's episode, Margaret continues her conversation with author Gigi Griffis about the most famous partisan song of them all and its strange and mysterious origins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 30, 2024 • 56min
Part One: Bella Ciao and the Migrant Laboring Women Who Gave Us an Anthem
Margaret talks to author Gigi Griffis about the most famous partisan song of them all and its strange and mysterious origins.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 25, 2024 • 48min
CZM Rewind: Part Two: Chumbawamba: How to Sell Out, But in a Good Way
In part two of this week's episode, Margaret continues her conversation with Max Collins of Eve 6 about the squatting, organizing, and robin hood antics of Chumbawamba, the one hit wonders with a thirty year career.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 23, 2024 • 55min
CZM Rewind: Part One: Chumbawamba: How to Sell Out, But in a Good Way
Margaret talks with Max Collins of Eve 6 about the squatting, organizing, and robin hood antics of Chumbawamba, the one hit wonders with a thirty year career. Original Air Date: 9.5.22See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 22, 2024 • 26min
CZM Book Club: Cool Zone 2054: General Lichterman
Margaret interviews the one and only General Lichterman about her decades as a revolutionary icon.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 18, 2024 • 1h 4min
Part Two: Fountain House Is A Cool Place For People Dealing With Mental Health
In part two of this week's episode, Margaret continues her conversation with Allison Raskin about the Clubhouse Model that has been helping people find agency, purpose and community since the 1940s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dec 16, 2024 • 57min
Part One: Fountain House Is A Cool Place For People Dealing With Mental Health
Margaret talks to Allison Raskin about the Clubhouse Model that has been helping people find agency and purpose and community since the 1940s.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.