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EP. 27 June 19, 1865

Rebel's Advocate PodcastJun 21, 2021

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EP. 86 Censorship and Internet Safety: KOSA Bill
Mar 12, 202440:31
EP. 85 Living Life As A Disruptor w/ Karla Arroyo
Feb 27, 202446:48
EP. 84 Making of an Apologist: Stan Culture

EP. 84 Making of an Apologist: Stan Culture

Tune into the latest episode on stan culture inspired by recent controversy between Nicki Minaj and Megan Thee Stallion. Listen on to hear us talk about other infamous fandoms and why idolizing celebrities and public figures is problematic. As always you can find us ovre on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod and on our website for show notes, resource, and merch www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. Join us on Patreon for discussion boards, weekly newsletters, behind the scenes videos, exclusive merch and more for as little as $1/mo. We will be back with a new epsiode every other Tuesday.

Feb 13, 202446:05
EP. 83 Election Year Blues

EP. 83 Election Year Blues

Tune in to our latest episode reflecting on a presidential election year, voting rights, and "democracy". Join us as we unpack accessibility, liberation, and privileges that give power to the people. Consider joining our Patreon community for as little as $12 a YEAR for biweekly newsletters, exclusive merch, behind the scenes footage, and so much more. You can also find us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod and on our website for resources , show notes, and our merch storefront at rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. New episodes are released every other Tuesday.

Jan 30, 202441:14
EP. 82 Platonic Love & Life Partnership

EP. 82 Platonic Love & Life Partnership

What made Kimona cry in this week’s episode? Listen to the latest episode wherever you get your podcasts as we talk about platonic love and platonic soulmates. Join us in the conversation of different forms of love and the importance of non-romantic relationships. As always you can find us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod and at our website rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com where you can find show notes, resources, and our merch storefront. We hope to see you over on Patreon for as little as $1/mo to access bonus content, newsletter, exclusive merch, behind the scene episodes and MORE.


Jan 16, 202441:43
EP. 81 You Can't Cut Community

EP. 81 You Can't Cut Community

Happy New Year Rebels and welcome back to another year of content from yours truly. Tune into our latest episode on NYC Mayor Eric Adams, 2024 proposed budget cuts, libraries, and more! As always you can find us on Instagram at rebelsadovcatepod and on our website rebelsadovcatepod.wordpress.com for show notes, resources, and our store front! Consider ringing in the new year by joining our Patreon. For as little as $12 you can get 1 year of bonus content, news letters, and more as a Patron of the pod. Thanks for another great year Rebels and we look forward to all that comes in the new year!

Jan 02, 202444:18
EP. 80 Unpacking White Supremacy Culture

EP. 80 Unpacking White Supremacy Culture

Join us in, as Kimona coined it, "Rebel's Basics" or "White Supremacy 101" on the characteristics of white supremacy culture and strategies to combat it. And how we internalize attitudes and behaviors that don't serve any of us through pitfalls like perfectionism, individualism, either/or thinking, right to comfort and proximity to whiteness.

As always you can find us over on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod and on our website rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com for show notes and resources as well as our merch storefront. Join us on Patreon for $1-5 a month for exclusive merch, behind the scenes videos, weekly newsletters, and more!

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Dec 05, 202346:41
EP. 79 Ethics in Non-Profits w/ Kylee McGrane-Zarnoch

EP. 79 Ethics in Non-Profits w/ Kylee McGrane-Zarnoch

Welcome our first guest of the season, Kylee McGrane-Zarnoch, the executive director and co-founder of A Moment of Magic Foundation. Erinne and Kimona are both employees of non-profits and thrilled to have a deep conversation on ethics, fundraising, and other nuances of the non-profit world. You can find Kylee @kyleelauren on all platforms, Tiktok: @kyylauren and IG: @momentofmagicfoundation.

As always you can find us @rebelsadvocatepod on Instagram and www.rebelsadvocatepodcast.wordpress.com where you can also find our merch site. Follow us on Patreon for as little as $1/mo and get access to weekly content including newsletters, behind the scenes videos, early release episodes, exclusive merch and more. New episodes released every other Tuesday.

Nov 21, 202301:02:36
EP. 78 Hit the Switch: On Code-switching and AAVE
Nov 07, 202341:12
EP. 77 Finding Our Place In The Movement

EP. 77 Finding Our Place In The Movement

Compassion fatigue, advocacy overwhelm, and burnout are all very real things. How can we hold space for radical rest while still staying informed, mobilizing, and making change? Join us this week as we talk about finding out place in the movement and how we can continually show up for both ourselves and others.

As always you can find us over on our Patreon for exclusive merch, newsletters, and behind the scenes content https://patreon.com/Rebelsadvocatepod.

You can also find us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod and our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. You can now find our store front on our website or the link below to rep Rebels swag out and about https://rebelsadvocatestore.weebly.com/#/.

Thanks for being apart of the Rebels community for the last 3 years, we are so grateful and look forward to many more with you. We will be back with a new episode every other Tuesday.


Oct 24, 202337:39
EP. 76 Protect Trans Folks: Allyship 101

EP. 76 Protect Trans Folks: Allyship 101

After the release of Dax Shepard's interview with JVN on the Armchair Expert podcast, there is a LOT to discuss about what it means to be an ally and what harm is done by perpetuating harmful rhetoric about trans people and trans rights. Join us in the discussion of the problems raised in this controversial episode. And as always join us over on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod and our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com for more info and resources. Lastly, for as little as $1/mo you can access bonus content like ours newsletters, behind the scenes videos, and merch over on our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Rebelsadvocatepod. We'll be back with new episodes every other Tuesday.

Oct 10, 202335:05
EP. 75 Strike Out: WGA, Drew Barrymore, and Unions
Sep 26, 202340:31
EP. 74 Season 6 Premiere- All The Rumors Are True: Hostile Work Environments

EP. 74 Season 6 Premiere- All The Rumors Are True: Hostile Work Environments

Welcome back Rebels to Season 6 of Rebel’s Advocate Podcast. We have a lot in store for this season, and some amazing guests ahead! We hope you had a restful summer, but we’re so happy to be back! For our premiere episode we are continuing our conversation from EP 61 on toxic work culture inspired by this summer’s media circus around the recent lawsuit and allegations against Lizzo. Join us in conversation about hostile work environments, historical impacts of the Anita Hill testimony, and the social media conversation around Lizzo allegations. As always make sure to follow us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod (our Twitter account has been sunsetted) and check out our website for show notes and resources at rebelsadvocatepodcast.WordPress.com. We’ll be back with biweekly episodes released every other Tuesday. For weekly content like our newsletter you can support the pod on Patreon for as little as $1 month. You can also pledge $3-$5/month for exclusive merch, unedited behind the scenes footage, and other exclusive content and bonuses https://patreon.com/Rebelsadvocatepod


Sep 12, 202343:34
EP. 73 Season 5 Finale: The Revolution is Now

EP. 73 Season 5 Finale: The Revolution is Now

Wrapping up our 5th season, join us as we review what we can do to take action and be present in the moments of historical change we are living through right now. We will be on our summer break for a good portion of the summer but you can continue to get weekly content on our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Rebelsadvocatepod for as little as $1/mo. Stay connected with us for announcements of the return of Season 6 and in-person events to come. You can find us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod, Twitter @rebelsadvpod, and on our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com for show notes, resources, and contact forms. Thanks for being with us for another season of Rebels Advocate and we hope you have a restful and lovely summer.

Apr 18, 202346:32
EP. 72 Everything Sucks, Let's Do Something About It!

EP. 72 Everything Sucks, Let's Do Something About It!

In hopes of informing, educating, and motivating our community, this week we are discussing some of the current, pressing legislation impacting the United States. It's time to show up as allies and rebels against anti-trans legislation. It's time to call our representatives against the "Tik Tok ban" and take action for our rights as Americans. It's time to show up and stand up. Let's do something about it.

As our season wraps up, be sure to follow us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod, Twitter @rebelsadvpod, and check out our website www.rebelsadvocaepod.wordpress.com to keep in touch with us over the break. The best way to stay in touch, and accessing weekly content even while we're away is to subscribe and support us on Patreon patreon.com/Rebelsadvocatepod. Catch us back here wherever you get your podcasts on April 18th for the Season 5 Finale.

Apr 04, 202346:32
EP. 71 Can You Separate Art From the Artist?

EP. 71 Can You Separate Art From the Artist?

In a world of cancel culture, accountability, and profound movements, is there space where we can have ethical consumption of art from problematic artists? Are YOU as an individual a “bad person” for consuming this content? And is there really even a “right” answer? Tune into our latest episode to grapple these questions with use and join us over on Patreon for exclusive content and discussions. And if you're not quite ready for Patreon yet you can always continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod, on Twitter @rebelsadvpod, and on our website rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com for show notes and resources.

Mar 21, 202340:45
EP. 70 Where Do We Find Community?

EP. 70 Where Do We Find Community?

In our never ending search for community, this week we discuss community care, building a "village", and finding our people. Join us as we share a bit more about our quest and successes in finding community and why it is so important. We especially want to thank you all for being a part of the amazing community we have built here at Rebel Advocate Pod and hope you can continue the journey with us over on our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/Rebelsadvocatepod. If Patreon is not the place for you quite yet, you can find us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod, Twitter @rebelsadvpod, and at our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. As always, new episodes release every other Tuesday, and don't forget to subscribe and rate us wherever you listen.

Mar 07, 202348:41
EP. 69 On Representing Fat Bodies in Entertainment ft. Abby Morris

EP. 69 On Representing Fat Bodies in Entertainment ft. Abby Morris

Tune into this week's episode featuring Abby Morris of More Than Tracy Turnblad to discuss the origin of her platform and her one woman show by the same name. Join us as we grapple with the fat experience in and out of the entertainment industry and why it matters. You can find Abby @morethantracyt on TikTok and Instagram, and more about her and her projects on her website morethantracyturblad.com. As always we'd love to continue the conversation with you over on Patreon for as little as $1/mo with lots of bonus features. You can also find us @rebelsadvpod on Twitter, @rebelsadvocatepod on Instagram and review our show notes and resources on our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. 

Feb 21, 202352:58
EP. 68 What IS a Rebel?
Feb 07, 202345:15
EP. 67 The Rent Is Too Damn High

EP. 67 The Rent Is Too Damn High

As New Yorkers', the state of the New York and national housing crisis and the impacts of those who are experiencing houselessness is often prevalent and ignored. Join us this week as we discuss NYC and the national housing crisis and the Housing Justice for All Movement. As always make sure to join us over on Patreon for exclusive content including merch, book clubs, discussion boards, newsletters, and early release episodes from anywhere from $1-5 a month. For latest news and updates follow us wherever you listen to your podcasts, and on all social platforms @rebelsadvpod on Twitter, @rebelsadvocatepod on Instagram, and www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com for all show notes and resources. New episodes released every other Tuesday. 

Jan 24, 202343:33
EP. 66 A Speedy Recovery

EP. 66 A Speedy Recovery

Ever notice how we're always wishing people a "speedy recovery" but not the slow and restful recovery? This week we tackle workplace culture, capitalism, and toxic American ideals through the lens of injuries and illness at the workplace. Make sure to follow along with all things Rebels on our Patreon and over on social media @rebelsadvpod on Twitter and @rebelsadvocatepod on Instagram. As always you can refer to our show note and resources for free on our website rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. New episodes every other Tuesday wherever you listen to podcasts. 

Jan 10, 202343:26
EP. 65 Is It Okay To Use AI?

EP. 65 Is It Okay To Use AI?

With more an more trends popping up using AI filters, we wanted to use this week's episode to talk about the ethics of artificial intelligence. This is our last episode of 2022 but make sure to join us over on our Patreon for lots more content. Be sure to follow wherever you get your podcasts to be notified when we post a new episode, now out biweekly. And as always you can continue the conversation with us over on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod and on Twitter @RebelsADVpod and find our show notes and resources on our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com

Dec 27, 202243:07
EP. 64 To Be An American in 2022

EP. 64 To Be An American in 2022

It's been a chaotic news cycle the past few weeks and we wanted to tackle a few prominent topics. Queer rights are incidentally centered in this conversation on Brittney Griner's return to America, Respect for Marriage Act, and queer and trans youth. Follow us on Patreon for early access to episodes, biweekly newsletters, and merch. Keep up to date with us on social platforms including Twitter @RebelsADVpod and on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod. Featured articles and resources will be linked in our show notes on our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. New episodes are released every other Tuesday. Weekly content is still posted on Patreon so join us there for $1-5 a month. Consider gifting yourself, a friend, or your favorite Rebels duo by signing up now! 

Dec 13, 202244:34
EP 63 Three Strikes You’re Out

EP 63 Three Strikes You’re Out

Major staff quitting at Twitter, Starbucks union strikes, and education employees across the country going on strike... There are lot of major labor strikes going on in the world right now. It's time to talk about labor laws and labor rights in the United States. For a follow up episode with similar content, listen to EP. 36 Fact or Cap: General Strike. Don't forget to join one of our Patreon tiers for as low as $1/month or up to $5/mo and get access to our exclusive merch and episodes like this released a day early! As always continue the conversation with us on Twitter @rebelsadvpod and Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod, and check out our website for show notes and resources www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com. New episodes released every other Tuesday, and Patreon content every week!  https://patreon.com/Rebelsadvocatepod?utm_medium=clipboard_copy&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=join_link
Nov 29, 202240:21
EP. 62 SCOTUS Got Us F*cked Up

EP. 62 SCOTUS Got Us F*cked Up

Recorded and released after the conclusion of the 2022 midterm elections, we are here to review some of the biggest cases hitting the SCOTUS docket. Tune in to learn more about SCOTUS, affirmative action, and ICWA. And as always follow us on all socials and now on Patreon for exclusive bonus content and merch!
Nov 15, 202238:59
EP. 61 This Sh*t is Toxic: Workplace Culture

EP. 61 This Sh*t is Toxic: Workplace Culture

This week’s episode Kimona and Erinne discuss workplace toxicity and preserving your peace in a toxic environment. Make sure to follow us on all social platforms @Rebelsadvpod on twitter, @rebelsadvocatepod on Instagram and rebelsadvocatepod.WordPress.com and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Make sure to join us on Patreon for exclusive content and perks like early releases, newsletters, book club, merch and more! New episodes every other Tuesday.
Nov 01, 202246:03
EP. 60 I Beg Your Pardon?
Oct 18, 202241:56
EP. 59 Royally Racist Pt. 2: The Colonialist Crown

EP. 59 Royally Racist Pt. 2: The Colonialist Crown

After the passing of Queen Elizabeth II, and as our unofficial part 2 to our season 2 "Royally Racist" episode, we are continuing the conversation around the Crown and the British Empire. Join in the conversation about colonialism, the royal family, and the conflicting opinions of the public regarding the Queen's death by following us on social platforms @RebelsADVpod on Twitter, @rebelsadvocatepod on Instagram and check out our show notes and resources on our website www.rebelsadvocatepodcast.wordpress.com

Don't forget to subscribe wherever you listen to podcasts so you never miss an episode. We will be back in 2 weeks with a new episode on our new biweekly schedule, but keep your eyes peeled for exclusive content being launched in the upcoming weeks!



Oct 04, 202244:34
EP. 58 Season 5 Premiere: Forgive Us Our Debt: Student Loan Forgiveness

EP. 58 Season 5 Premiere: Forgive Us Our Debt: Student Loan Forgiveness

Welcome back Rebels, to season 5 of Rebel's Advocate Podcast. We are back from a much needed summer break and class is back in session! We are starting the "school year" off right with a conversation on Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan. This season we have decided to get rid of our subscribers only content and now our platform is open to donations from our community. But don't worry, exclusive content is pending and will be released later this season, so stay tuned. If you like what you hear make sure to subscribe wherever you get your podcasts for automatic downloads when we release new episodes every other Tuesday. And don't forget to follow us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod, Twitter @rebelsADVpod, and go to our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com for show notes and resources. 

Sep 20, 202245:07
Title: EP. 57 Season 4 Finale: Why Do White Men Get to Walk Away in Handcuffs?
May 24, 202244:33
 EP. 56 #BansOffOurBodies

EP. 56 #BansOffOurBodies

With the influx of information surrounding the leaked supreme court opinion draft on Roe vs. Wade two weeks ago, we have prepared an episode including resources, donation options, and action items. We also address the precedent that legislation like this will incur and the consequences of these actions. As always our website rebesladvocate.wordpress.com is the best place to find all links and show notes. Continue the conversation with us on our social platfrosm @rebelsadvocatepod on Instagram and @rebelsADVpod on Twitter.

May 17, 202247:14
EP. 55 See You in Court: Johnny Depp, Megan Thee Stallion, and Celebrity Accountability

EP. 55 See You in Court: Johnny Depp, Megan Thee Stallion, and Celebrity Accountability

On this week's episode we are talking about two prominent media cases, celebrity suits: Johnny Depp vs. Amber Heard and Megan Thee Stallion vs. Tory Lanez. Dive deep with us as we discuss domestic violence, violence against Black Women, and mental health diagnoses. Continue the conversation with us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod, on Twitter @rebelsADVpod and on our website www.rebelsadvocatepod.wordpress.com for all show notes and resources as well. As always you can subscribe to support us and get access to our backlog and weekly bonus content for only $0.99/month available wherever you listen to podcasts! New episodes are released every Tuesday. 

May 03, 202248:16
EP. 54 Common Ground Ft. Nisha Anand
Apr 26, 202249:41
EP. 53 Misguided Media
Apr 12, 202249:45
EP. 52 Deconstructing and Decolonizing Christianity Ft. Donnell McLachlan
Apr 05, 202248:17
EP. 51 KBJ x SCOTUS

EP. 51 KBJ x SCOTUS

Over the course of the confirmation hearing of Ketanji Brown Jackson (KBJ) to the SCOTUS, we as the American public have witnessed an overwhelming about of discourse, disrespect, and drama in the courtroom. Join us as we dissect the some of the statements and questions posed by senators like Sen. Ted Cruz and Sen. Cory Booker. As well as the impact that questions like these have when specifically directed to a black woman in power. As always, follow us on Instagram @rebelsadvocatepod on Twitter @rebelsadvpod and check out our show notes and resources on our website www.rebelsadvocatepodcast.wordpress.com. We are back with new episodes every Tuesday, and subscribe for only $0.99/month for weekly bonus content. 

Mar 29, 202247:08
EP. 50 The State of Things
Mar 22, 202244:58
EP. 49 Womanhood
Mar 15, 202243:15
EP. 48 Global Nihilism
Mar 08, 202243:25
EP. 47 Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth
Mar 01, 202242:17
EP. 46 People Over Profit

EP. 46 People Over Profit

Tune in this week to our latest episode on the Nonprofit Industrial Complex and the hidden flaws behind the world of not for profit organizations. Links to related articles can be found in the show notes on our website www.rebelsadvocatepodcast.wordpress.com for more information and resources to expand the conversation. And as always follow us on all social platforms and subscribe for weekly bonus content released following our episodes every Tuesday.

Feb 22, 202242:36
EP. 45 Black History Month: Things You Should Know

EP. 45 Black History Month: Things You Should Know

February is Black history month and we want to celebrate by sharing some lesser known black history facts and a bit more about what this month really means. In conjunction with this episode please consider donating to one of your favorite Black creators. And if that favorite creator is Kimona you can venmo or cash app her @KimonaElizabeth. Thanks for listening and don’t forget to subscribe for weekly bonus content.
Feb 15, 202246:45
EP. 44 So You Hate Our Podcast (Dear John Doe)

EP. 44 So You Hate Our Podcast (Dear John Doe)

As we teased at the end of the last episode, this week we are going through our first ever hate mail! To clarify, we are not posting this episode to give a platform for our hater, but rather using them as an example of problematic commentary and to reiterate who we are here at Rebel's Advocate Podcast. And as a friendly reminder we highly encourage dialogue and discourse! We do not expect you to agree with us on everything, but we do expect you to treat us with respect and engage in a productive conversation. 

If you want to continue the conversation with us you can find us on Instagram, Twitter and on our website www.rebelsadvocatepodcast.wordpress.com. Don't forget to subscribe on Anchor for $0.99/month for twice the content and we'll be back every Tuesday. 

Feb 07, 202244:23
EP. 43 We Need to Talk About Bruno

EP. 43 We Need to Talk About Bruno

Welcome to the first episode of Season 4 of the Rebel's Advocate Podcast. We are kicking off this season with a discussion about the wildly popular Disney's Encanto and why it's become such a culturally iconic movie. Encanto is full of diversity, culture, and representation, and tackles major topics like family dynamics, expectations, and rebelling all within a "children's" movie with an incredible score that will never leave your mind. So yes, we do need to talk about Bruno. 

We're thrilled to be back and you can find us wherever you listen to your podcasts every Tuesday. You can also find us on Instagram @Rebelsadvocatepod on Twitter @RebelsADVpod and at our website www.rebelsadvocatepod@wordpress.com. Lastly, starting this season you can subscribe for weekly bonus episodes and content on Anchor for only $0.99/month. For a dollar a month you can support your favorite podcasting duo and get lots of extra content. Don't forget to rate and share. Thanks for supporting us always! 

Feb 01, 202247:19
EP. 42 Season Finale: Teaching Anti-racism w/ The_Rebellious_History_Teacher
Nov 16, 202147:13
EP. 41 Into the Metaverse
Nov 09, 202143:30
EP. 40 So You Call Yourself A Democrat?
Nov 03, 202138:48
EP. 39 Anti-Fatness and Anti-Blackness with Da’Shaun Harrison
Oct 26, 202154:48
EP. 38 The White Man Model and Racism in Healthcare
Oct 19, 202146:58
EP. 37 The Truth About True Crime

EP. 37 The Truth About True Crime

This week we dive deep into the world of true crime and the nuances of intersectionality in popularized crime media. Tune in as we discuss racism in missing person cases, law enforcement biases, and more. Find us at rebesladvocatepodcast.wordpress.com for show notes and resources, and lots of links and articles to follow up on this topic. Join in the conversation with us on Twitter and Instagram! We are off next Tuesday but we will be back the following week with a new episode.
Oct 04, 202144:16