Not Safe For Wonks

Hey, we're transportationing here! On one hand, we're talking about the personal health stuff that kept Kennedy out of the booth for a week or two - on the other hand, did you know that bus rides are free in Alburquerque? And that kicks off a fun episode about transportation reform, country club reps on city council who want to roll back this COVID era benefit. But the good things can't be ignored – this idea started in 2020 and it’s doing so well, it’s here to stay. We even compare it to places like Glasgow to see how they're doing similar stuff. Then, we look at how all this bus stuff is helping our planet. We talk about how Albuquerque is making buses reach more people, even though it’s hard because the city is so spread out. We discuss the cool train that goes from Santa Fe to Belen and how they might make it even better. We also look at a new bus service in Valencia County where you can call a bus for free. And it’s not just about buses – we chat about how people are taking care of their lawns differently, from letting them grow wild to having 'ugly lawn contests' in Australia. It’s all about how different people are helping the environment in their own way. So, tune in! You're also invited to hang out with us in real life! Check out ghostcoast.video/creative to hang out with us Tuesdays at 11 AM. And ghostcoast.video/organizing Thursdays at - you guessed it, 11 AM. Find out more at https://not-safe-for-wonks.pinecast.co

The Story Of "Sayf" In this podcast episode, Brandyn reconnects with a former podcast collaborator who has transitioned into filmmaking. We talk about our long history together in podcasting from Down Time Grift up until starting a company together. This episode is pretty valuable for anybody looking to make a project like a movie - or if you want to take part in it yourself. 🎬 From Podcasting to Filmmaking Julius shared his leap from the audio waves of podcasting to the visual storytelling of filmmaking. Sayf was written to shine a positive light on Muslim characters and challenge the status quo. 🎞️ Influences and Inspirations We took a stroll down memory lane, discussing the films that inspired Sayf - basically building a fun creative playlist for indie-sized film. 📝 The Art of Scriptwriting Are you writing a script without prior experience? Julius escaped that Catch-22 feeling - but not without A LOT of steady effort. But, we can now share the hurdles and shortcuts to creating something viable. 🤝 Building a Creative Community The biggest factor? The importance of feedback, networking, and genuine connections. The online world can only do so much. We talk about the meaningful, face to face collaborations that make an idea cohesive. ⏳ Balancing Acts Creating art while juggling family time and other commitments is tough. We spoke on those real sacrifices and the respect for everyone's time and effort. 🚀 The Road Ahead What's next? We're talking visuals, trailers, and the nitty-gritty of bringing a film project to fruition. Plus, we touched on the excitement of translating real-life experiences into authentic dialogue. 🌟 Calling All Supporters Are you a fan of superhero stories, tokusatsu, or just eager for a fresh take on the Muslim cultural narrative? My guest is looking for core supporters and collaborators, especially in the Albuquerque area. Let's make movie magic together! Find out more at https://not-safe-for-wonks.pinecast.co

Episode Notes Ever wondered what happens when a podcast takes a sabbatical, only to return with a newfound gusto? Welcome back to the discourse zone - Brandyn & Kennedy, peel back the curtain on our escapades away from the mic. Our evolution both in and out of the studio, and the adventures that have fortified our return to the airwaves. We give the deets about the hiatus, including stints at an ad agency and the creation of our (pretty ethical) marketing firm... WE BACK, BABY. And we're setting the stage for the new year. We're dissecting the tidal changes within labor unions, such as the United Auto Workers, and decoding the ripples the (general strike-ish) movements might send through the industry. Meanwhile, we consider the fates of AI and creative jobs, and the surge of niche streaming platforms like MGM Plus. It's not all business, though; we're also zeroing in on our top TV and film picks, from the culinary drama of "The Bear" to the time-bending "Mrs. Davis," offering you some must-sees and uncovering hidden gems along the way. It's a celebration of creativity, a dash of nostalgia, and a toast to the episodes yet to come. So tune in and join us.

Episode Notes Put on your face shields, today's about to get messy. We've got the team back in the studio and today is all drama. We're getting into the Current Affairs union-bust and Jen Perelman's racist meltdown, all in one show. Listen to us talk about: Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes Welcome back! Today we're hanging out and collabin' with our friend Adi from the podcast Greenhouse Gaslighting. We're getting into current events and existential crises - from Andrew Cuomo to climate change. Check it out: Check out Greenhouse Gaslighting and more: https://twitter.com/PodGreenhousehttps://twitter.com/FibonacciSniperhttps://twitter.com/detroitdsahttps://secure.actblue.com/donate/d4a-slate Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes Our good friend Alissa Vierra is back this week to introduce herself and talk about all the organizing she does and why she does it. Tune in as we get into: More about Alissa & Cops off Earth: https://twitter.com/AlissaVierrahttps://twitter.com/copsoffearth Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes The OG Three are back together and ready to dish out the takes, hot and fresh. This week we're diving into the mess that is the Marches for Medicare for all, Rachel's departure and return to Twitter, and more. Check it out. FreeRachel and running a Twitter campaign Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes Today we talked with Lindsi Bollinger, an activist in Atlanta and one of Brandyn's good friends. She's here ready to talk all about what motivates her politically, and we only hope we have ears big enough to listen. Check it out as we get into: Check out Lindsi: https://twitter.com/lindsi_rae Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes What would it mean for Atlanta to be abolitionist? This week, we're talking with Nolan and Channa, two members of Atlanta DSA's Defund APD, Refund Communities campaign, or DARC. We get into the details of abolition, the church, how important coalition building has been, and more. More about Nolan & Channa, DARC, & others: https://linktr.ee/DARCATLhttps://www.saintsol.org/about-solhttps://twitter.com/nhuberrhoadeshttps://twitter.com/thotteusstevens Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes Shannon Smith is an artist and activist in Atlanta. After 25 years in prison, she's here with Brandyn to tell her story. We talk about transitioning back into society, prison outside of prison, and much more, including: Follow Shannon: https://twitter.com/ShannonSmithATL Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes The animators at Floyd County Productions, the animation studio in Atlanta that produces Archer, have started a union. Rachel chops it up with Alex, an animator, about the union and how them and their coworkers are building collective power. We get into: Get more info about the Floyd County Productions Guild: https://twitter.com/FCP_Guild Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes Content Warning: This episode contains extremely brief mentions of suicide. The word is mentioned and discussed as it appears in the context of the America First Caucus' platform. For the first time ever, we get our good friend Alissa Vierra and our producer, Amy into the studio. Join them and Brandyn as they get down to talk about: Check out Amy and Alissa: https://twitter.com/AHassaalhttps://twitter.com/AlissaVierra Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafehttps://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/ Other links: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp7S7de6swsic7lD_ceHuzwhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thriving-in-dystopia/id1515167504

Episode Notes Rural voices are some of the most frequently disregarded in American politics. Today we talked to Chelsea from Down Home North Carolina, an organization that aims to amplify the real voices and concerns of those in NC. We get into: Get involved with Chelsea / DHNC: https://twitter.com/chellobophttps://twitter.com/DownHome_NChttps://downhomenc.org/dhnc.info/10KRuralVoices Check us out: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes Third parties in America are notoriously difficult to start and maintain, and rarely find success. But what about in the UK? Kennedy and April are in the studio with John Urquhart, the founder and general secretary of Harmony Party UK. We get into: Get involved with John and Harmony Party UK: https://twitter.com/TheDryhtscipehttps://twitter.com/HarmonyPartyUKhttps://harmonyparty.org.uk/ Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe

Episode Notes In this timeless episode, Brandyn brings Sorcha back to the studio for another deep chat. They get into: Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafehttps://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/

Episode Notes We pulled this one out of the vault for y’all. Brandyn and Kennedy sat down in January to discuss: Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafehttps://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/

Episode Notes We always love when Brandyn brings Sorcha in the studio, and she’s finally back for another hilarious 1-on-1. This short episode is PACKED with great bits, including: Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafehttps://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/

Episode Notes Allen Max Axelrod has helped get four utility shutoff moratoriums with the NoAmarenShutoffs campaign. We hang out and talk about: Follow Allan: https://twitter.com/213axelrod Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafehttps://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/

Episode Notes Not Safe For Wonks cordially invites you to bear witness to Brandyn, Kennedy, and Rachel discoursing about life, themselves, and work, touching on: Connect with us: https://www.patreon.com/notsafehttps://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/

Episode Notes Episode 112: We're Just Doing Schemes Look - well, listen - in awe as the OG3, the scions of grifting themselves, talk about a wide variety of topics, the most of which the ancient and arcane art of the grift, and it's modern incarnations and disciples. Ponder topics such as the following: Connect with us: https://twitter.com/nsfwonkshttps://notsafemedia.com/https://www.patreon.com/notsafe