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democracy-ish is a bold and unfiltered political podcast dedicated to defending democracy and maintaining your sanity in an era where both are under attack. Hosted by outspoken political commentators Danielle Moodie and Wajahat Ali, this podcast exposes the dangerous forces of white supremacy and ignorance that threaten our nation's future. For too long, America's political landscape has been dominated by a white-centric narrative, ignoring the true diversity of our multiracial society. Danielle and Wajahat dive deep into the pressing issues that mainstream media often overlook, offering sharp, real, and entertaining conversations on how we can build a multiracial democracy. If you're looking for insightful analysis, candid discussions, and a fresh perspective on today's most critical political issues, democracy-ish is your go-to podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 31, 2023 • 32min
Racially Tinged Republicans
How much overt racism has to occur at the hands and mouths of Republicans before they move from tinged to full dye job?!? We get into everything this week from the Right's new Brown love child Vivek Ramaswamy to the white supremacist killing in Jacksonville and more. It's hot this week folks buckle up and enjoy the ride with Danielle and Waj!Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 24, 2023 • 34min
Dissecting the MAGA Cult
When will mainstream media understand that the Republican Party is no longer a Party, it's a cult--but it's not as big as you think. After receiving a bunch of hate messages last week Danielle and Waj take on the grave task of dissecting MAGA! It's a juicy one folks.Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 17, 2023 • 33min
Black Women vs. Trump
The fourth indictment dropped like a bomb in the great state of GA by the brilliant D.A. Fani Willis. In her epic 98-page indictment she has finally named Trump what we have always known him to be--a crime boss! RICO charges are no joke just like Judge Chutkan, the Jamaican born federal judge overseeing his January 6th case proved in her first hearing. If there is anyone you can count on to save democracy and restore justice it's Black women! Waj and Danielle discuss this and more on the next democracyish! Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 10, 2023 • 50min
Are Americans Funding Oppression?
In a supersized episode of democracyish Danielle and Waj seek to do the impossible--unpack the Israeli and Palestinian conflict and the United States critical role--meaning OUR tax dollars's role in this country. We are joined by two esteemed professors and authors: Peter Beinart and Rula Jebreal to discuss ethno-nationalism, liberation and democracy. It's a meaty episode friends!Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 3, 2023 • 35min
Burn Hollywood Burn Part 2
It's been 40 years since writers and actors have united to strike against the powers that be. Capitalism only works for a few. Pay the people what they are worth! Waj and Danielle sit down with Sean Gunn to discuss the strike and more!Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 27, 2023 • 26min
Burn Hollywood Burn Part 1
For the first time in 40 years the writers and actors of Hollywood have linked arms and are taking on the studios and networks. While streaming is making record profits the actual workers and creatives behind their success are left with enough to scrape by. In the first part of this two part series on the Hollywood strike Danielle and Waj chat with actor and writer Rafael Casal about issues that have led to this historic strike.Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 20, 2023 • 36min
Wheel of Chaos
It's been a while since Waj and Danielle have been together and what a news cycle to walk back into. They didn't know where to start so join them for a new game: Wheel of Chaos!Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 13, 2023 • 28min
Groundhogs Day For Civil Rights
1948 America looked a lot like 2023 as Democrats decided to punt racial progress and equality to appease white moderate voters. That was until young Hubert Humphrey took the stage at the 1948 DNC and made the case for inclusiveness and reaching out to Black voters. Journalist Samuel G Freedman joins us to connect the historical dots between then and now and fill in the historical amnesia for a new generation fighting against the same? old forces of white supremacy.Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jul 7, 2023 • 29min
The Republican's 1964 Remix
What's old is new again and we're not just talking fashion. The Republican Party is remixing some of its worst hits when it comes to attacks on the education system, young people, people of color etc. So, what do we need to do to combat the racist remix?!? Daily Beast Columnist, Rotimi Adeoye, joins Danielle today on #democracyish (Waj is out) to breakdown some necessary history.Hosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jun 29, 2023 • 33min
Muslims Going MAGA?!
Wajahat took pen to paper and wrote a recent piece for the NYT entitled: We Muslims Used to Be the Culture War Scapegoats. Why Are Some of Us Joining the LGBTQ Pile On? On this episode of #democracyish Danielle and Waj dig into the far right's strategy of courting their once sworn enemies by finding a new common target.Read Wajahat Ali's New York Times Column Below https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/23/opinion/lgbtq-muslims.htmlHosts: Danielle Moodie & Wajahat Ali Executive Producer: Adell Coleman Senior Producer: Quinton Hill Distributor: DCP Entertainment Help our show better serve you by completing the show survey below:https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe_PCmhqQmQNSTpyepBSPrdLkuGqBORPhx7gcPWUCIG1X5GMQ/viewformSupport the show: https://www.dcpofficial.com/democracy-ishSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.