Navigating & Transforming Cancel Culture
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Hosts Hannah Claire Smith and Deema Tamimi explore the complexities of cancel culture, its impact on social movements, and the importance of accountability and redemption. They discuss how cancel culture can create divisiveness within movements and emphasize the need for compassionate approaches to conflict resolution. The hosts advocate for a transformative view of justice that allows for learning and growth, encouraging listeners to engage in public learning and foster a culture of compassion. Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Cancel Culture 02:22 The Impact of Cancel Culture on Movements...
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How to Control the World: Letter I (Bonus Episode)
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This is an AllFree bonus episode and the first letter of How to Control the World—a novella written by Hannah Claire Smith and read by Robin Pearson. In this first letter, the uncle introduces his nephew, Allen, to a powerful inheritance—not wealth, but knowledge. He unveils the four primal forces that have allowed their family to manipulate societies and maintain power for generations: victimization, isolation, fear, and ignorance. These unseen currents shape human behavior, and those who understand them can wield immense influence. This initial letter sets the stage for a dark...
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Julie Weitz on Reviving Yiddish Culture as a Path to Healing, Resilience, and Liberation
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Julie Weitz, an artist and educator, discusses her work that explores resilience and healing within diasporic culture through Yiddish folklore and art. She reflects on the historical wounds of her Ashkenazi Jewish lineage, the reclamation of Yiddish culture, and the importance of community in the face of contemporary challenges. The dialogue also touches on the Bundist movement, the complexities of Jewish identity in Germany, and the use of absurdity and clowning as forms of resistance. Weitz shares insights from Rabbi Aaron Shemu’el Tamares and emphasizes the need for creative practices...
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Congo’s Fight for Justice: Bazeli Mbo on M23, Rwanda, International Complicity, and Corporate Greed
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Hannah Claire Smith and Deema Tamimi sit down with Bazeli Mbo, a civil society leader from DR Congo, to unpack the escalating violence in Eastern Congo, including the resurgence of the M23 militia. Bazeli sheds light on the deepening humanitarian crisis, the geopolitical forces at play, and the complicity of international actors—particularly Rwanda and Western nations. The conversation explores how corporate greed, especially within the tech industry, fuels the conflict through the exploitation of Congo’s vast resources. They also emphasize the power of narrative change, the role of the...
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Unpacking Hannah’s New Book 'How to Control the World'
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NOTE: The paperback version of the book is no longer available due to issues with Amazon. The ebook and audiobook is still available at: Hannah Claire Smith discusses her book 'How to Control the World,' exploring the four root causes of systemic violence and oppression. She delves into the four forces that manipulate individuals—fear, victimization, isolation, and ignorance—and how these forces can be countered through collective action. The unique letter format of the book serves as a teaching mechanism, allowing readers to engage with complex ideas in an accessible way. Hannah...
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A Conversation With Haneen Sabbah: Palestinian Mother, Organizer, & Activist from Gaza
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We chatted with Haneen about art's role in liberation movements, processing grief, reconnecting with the land, and so much more. Follow Haneen on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haneen.sabbah/
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Why We Started AllFree
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In this first episode, hosts Hannah Claire Smith and Deema Tamimi share the vision behind AllFree and what inspired them to launch the podcast. They dive into their personal journeys, the urgent need for collective liberation, and the conversations they’re eager to explore—from addressing harm at its root to reimagining a freer, more just world. Tune in to learn what AllFree is all about and what’s ahead.
info_outlineHosts Hannah Claire Smith and Deema Tamimi explore the complexities of cancel culture, its impact on social movements, and the importance of accountability and redemption. They discuss how cancel culture can create divisiveness within movements and emphasize the need for compassionate approaches to conflict resolution. The hosts advocate for a transformative view of justice that allows for learning and growth, encouraging listeners to engage in public learning and foster a culture of compassion.
Chapters:
00:00
Introduction to Cancel Culture
02:22
The Impact of Cancel Culture on Movements
05:16
Adrienne Marie Brown's Perspective on Accountability
08:22
The Challenge of Redemption and Justice
11:07
Navigating Accountability and Learning
13:49
The Role of Speed in Cancel Culture
16:44
Principled Struggle and Compassionate Accountability
19:35
The Importance of Trust and Generosity in Conversations
22:26
Learning in Public and the Need for Elders
25:16
Encouraging Voices in the Movement
28:25
Conclusion and Call to Action