Radio Abundance

We chat with Paulina Mangubat, the Digital Content & Creative Director for the DNC who revolutionized the Democratic Party's social media strategy. Gone are the days of safe posts. Now, we have "ugly ass truck," calling Elon Musk a loser, sharing Pete Hegseth's blurry alcoholic iPhone screen, and even tagging Stephen Miller in a "cuck chair." Sassy!Then, we feature an all-new segment: our New York City News Bulletin with Radio Abundance NYC correspondents Catherine Vaughan and Ryder Kessler from Abundance New York! You'll hear all about the mayoral race and what's going on with YIMBY and Abundance policies right now at CityHall. Make sure to check out their voter guide at NYC2025.com! Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

Jeremiah Johnson, cofounder of The Center for New Liberalism and host of The New Liberal Podcast, joins Radio Abundance to discuss the politics of Abundance on the Right and the Left. We talk about the Republican Civil War between MAGA and the Tech Right, who opposes Abundance on the Left and why, and what the future holds for Progressive Abundance as a winning campaign message.Along the way, this episode is packed with literary references, from Chinese proverbs to Paradise Lost to Greek Mythology, plus a special cameo from Sean Astin, who plays Samwise Gamgee from The Lord of the Rings, giving a special rendition of Samwise's epic rallying call. "It’s like in the great stories, Mr. Frodo! The ones that really mattered..." Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

The team sits down with Congressman Scott Peters, a founding member of the Congressional YIMBY Caucus and a founding member of YIMBY Democrats of San Diego. Representative Peters tells us that our work was the direct inspiration and catalyst for the formation of the YIMBY Caucus!Then, we sit down with the founders and current leadership of our fore-runners at YIMBY Democrats of San Diego to learn about their journey since their founding, what they’re up to today, and what advice they have for us. Enjoy! Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

In response to Trump's moves towards fascism, military violence in LA, and arrests of Democratic lawmakers, we highlight what elected officials have told us about Trump's fascism, how Democrats can stop it, and what you can do to fight. Featuring Maryland Governor Wes Moore, Colorado Governor Jared Polis, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, United States Senator Brian Schatz, United States Senator Elizabeth Warren, United States Congressman Jake Auchincloss, United States Congresswoman Laura Friedman, United States Congressman Ritchie Torres, United States Congressman Ro Khanna, United States Congressman Scott Peters, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, Jersey City Mayor Steven Fulop, New York State Senator Zellnor Myrie, Pod Save America Co-Host Jon Lovett, and Maryland Housing Secretary Jake Day. Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

The Circus has come to town. It's Elon vs Trump! Silicon Valley's Congressman Ro Khanna stops by Radio Abundance to chat with us about the new feud. We chatted Elon vs Trump, who gets custody of Vance, how to woo Silicon Valley back to Dems, why Progressives should love Abundance, & what future awaits Elon Musk.  Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

Our 10-week Anniversary Celebration continues with highlights from our conversations with United States Senator Brian Schatz, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, United States Congressman Robert Garcia, and New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham from the fall's Presidential Campaign! Tonight's episode features a montage of amazing, impassioned, often explicit, and refreshingly candid and authentic reflections on housing in America, the threat from Donald Trump's fascism, what's holding us back, and how we can overcome our divides to bring Progressive Abundance to all of America.  Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

It's Radio Abundance LIVE! Featuring Derek Kaufman from Inclusive Abundance, Joe Sangirardi from the San Francisco Democratic Party, Giselle Hale from Abundance Network, Laura Foote from YIMBY Action, Muhammad Tarek Alameldin from California YIMBY, Jane Natoli from SF YIMBY, Kevin Gray from The Center for New Liberalism's Bay Area New Liberals, and Olga Zubashko from The United Democratic Club. This very special episode was recorded in front of a live audience at our sold-out San Francisco Abundance Happy Hour, which was celebrated in The Wall Street Journal! Happy 10 Week Anniversary, YIMBY Democrats for America! Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

Our 10-week Anniversary Celebration continues with a special episode in which we hear the YIMBY Origin Stories of 5 elected officials in their own words. Tonight's episode features United States Senator Brian Schatz, Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee, United States Congressman Robert Garcia, New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, and California State Senator Scott Wiener. Plus, a never-before-seen interview with Pod Save America Co-Host & Obama Speechwriter Jon Lovett, which played a major role in leading to the launch of YIMBY Democrats for America! Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe

Colorado Governor Jared Polis discusses pressing issues like housing affordability and political dynamics in the state. He emphasizes the critical need for reforming zoning laws to combat the housing crisis. The conversation touches on upcoming elections and the fight against authoritarianism, connecting pro-housing legislation to the stability of democracy. Polis also reflects on the achievements of YIMBY Democrats for America, celebrating their role in advocating for progressive policies and improved governance.

This week on Radio Abundance, we sit down with four amazing women who are blazing the trail to Progressive Abundance in the United States Congress and in Arizona. First, the team sits down with United States Congresswoman Laura Friedman, a Hollywood Film Producer turned Mayor turned California Legislator, now in the US House of Representatives, who has fought her whole life to build homes for people, not cars. Then, we head to Arizona, where we hear from a trio of local lawmakers: Phoenix City Councilmember Anna Hernandez, Arizona State Representative Sarah Ligouri, and Arizona State Senator Analise Ortiz. Together, these three musketeers tell us how they've worked arm-in-arm to rise above challenges and create neighborhoods where culture and communities can thrive.  Get full access to Radio Abundance by YIMBY Democrats for America at radioabundance.substack.com/subscribe