How to Beat a Dictator Without Violence | Evan Mawarire
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
Release Date: 06/18/2025
Cut To The Chase: Podcast Hosted by Gregg Goldfarb
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info_outlineWhat happens when a “nobody” stands up to a dictator and his regime? In this episode of Cut to the Chase: Podcast, Gregg speaks with Zimbabwean activist, author, and pastor, Evan Mawarire. Evan is a courage speaker, movement builder, and changemaker inspiring nations around the world to stand up to injustice and end poverty and corruption. He’s also the courageous voice behind Zimbabwe’s #ThisFlag movement.
What started as a heartfelt video in his church office became a nationwide call to action against corruption, violence, and dictatorship. Evan opens up about the emotional toll of resistance, surviving arrests and torture, and the lessons he’s learned about courage, forgiveness, and what it really means to spark change.
Whether you're standing up to a regime or speaking truth in your community, this conversation will inspire you to take that first brave step.
What to expect in this episode:
- The viral church office video that sparked a national uprising in Zimbabwe
- Courage Under Dictatorship: How Evan Mawarire turned fear into fuel for justice
- Small Acts, Big Waves: Why even one voice can ignite a movement
- From Silent Outrage to Public Action: How collective participation builds momentum
- Lessons from Mandela & MLK: The enduring power of nonviolent resistance
- Setbacks, Survival, and Escaping Prison: What Evan’s journey teaches about resilience and leadership
- Redefining Victory: Why starting the fight is as important as winning it
- Forgiveness vs. Justice: How Evan separates healing from accountability
Key Actionable Takeaways:
- Start Small, Spark Big: A single video from a church office launched a national movement—never underestimate the power of one voice taking a stand.
- Courage Means Acting Anyway: Fear is real, but change begins when you choose to act in spite of it, especially when it matters most.
- Nonviolence Creates Pressure: Peaceful resistance—through protests, petitions, or public messaging—can shift narratives and mobilize international support.
- Sustain the Fight with Community: True movements are built through collective participation—invite others in, empower them, and lead with transparency.
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Resources:
- Buy Evan Mawarire’s book, “Crazy Epic Courage”: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DSTKC1RT
- Visit Evan’s website: https://www.evanmawarire.org
- Connect with Evan on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanmawarire
- Follow him on X: https://x.com/PastorEvanLive
- Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/pastorevanlive
- Connect on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/evan.mawarire
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