Radical Roots Podcast

Radical Roots
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Radical Roots: Progress Through Action Live from Union County, North Carolina! Radical Roots is a bold and unapologetic podcast where we dig deep into politics, community empowerment, and social change through the lens of history and lived experiences. From national policies to local grassroots efforts, we expose hypocrisy, challenge propaganda, and amplify voices that fight for progress.

  1. 1d ago

    Haley Stevens: Halloween’s Over. The Mask Is Off. 🎙️ Radical Roots Ep 93

    🎙️ Radical Roots — Episode 93Haley Stevens: Halloween’s Over. The Mask Is Off.📅 Sunday, November 1, 2026 | 🕣 8:30 PM ET📍 Live from North CarolinaTwo days before the midterms, Haley Stevens backs the GOP. Who vouched for her, pushed her candidacy, and told Black voters to trust her?We’re examining party loyalty, political betrayal, and whose safety and dignity become negotiable when power is on the line. Antisemitism, anti-Black racism, and Islamophobia all deserve serious opposition. Are our political leaders applying that principle consistently?🔥 TONIGHT’S TOPICS• The Stevens sellout: Black voters, broken trust, and staff resignations.• Who vouched for her? The endorsements, promises, and receipts.• Selective accountability: El-Sayed’s condemnations of antisemitism and the Islamophobia targeting him.• Fighting the vote: ballot and certification battles in Alaska and California.• A blue wave? Early-voting momentum and the final push before Tuesday.• Time permitting: key congressional races to watch.🌱 ABOUT RADICAL ROOTSBold, unapologetic conversations about politics, community, and social change through history and lived experience.Join us LIVE, share your perspective, and challenge the narrative.📢 Join the Movement:💬 Drop your thoughts below 📲 Follow: @RadicalRootsPodcast on IG, Threads, Bluesky 🔔 Subscribe & hit the bell 📩 podcast@radicalroots.us 🌐 https://radicalroots.us and DONATE

    Haley Stevens: Halloween’s Over. The Mask Is Off. 🎙️ Radical Roots Ep 93

  2. 1d ago ·  Bonus

    Roots Rundown - A Better Tomorrow w/ Rev. John Kirkpatrick

    In politics, local leadership usually leads to larger opportunities to stand up for and protect more and more people. That is the case with Rev. John Kirkpatrick who is a staple in Union County, NC. He has served multiple terms on the school board and is now settign his sights on the NC statehouse to represent his district. We sit down with him to discuss his political motivations, what his vision for NC 55 looks like, and what he needs from the community to help him create change.

    Roots Rundown - A Better Tomorrow w/ Rev. John Kirkpatrick

  3. 1d ago ·  Bonus

    Roots Rundown - The October "Of Course"

    From Obama being Obama to Gru from Despicable Me getting into some shenanigans at the 11th; all of it is on brand. It’s the opposite of an ‘October Surprise’

    Roots Rundown - The October "Of Course"

  4. 6d ago ·  Bonus

    Roots Rundown 10/27 - Class Is In Session w/ Brittany Cabuno

    As we get close in on the last day of voting (Nov 3) we get a chance to sit down with Brittany Cabuno, who is running for (North Carolina) Union County's Board of Education in District 4. Brittany has been a prominent member of the community; who has long centered the well being of children and their future possibilities.

    Roots Rundown 10/27 - Class Is In Session w/ Brittany Cabuno

  5. 6d ago

    Ballots, Billions & Borders: The Global Power Struggle🎙️Radical Roots ep 92

    Ballots, Billions & Borders: The Global Power Struggle 🎙️ Radical Roots Podcast Ep. 92The world is voting. Billions are changing hands. Wars are shaping political futures. But who's really calling the shots?Tonight on Radical Roots, we're taking the conversation global, examining three major political stories and the forces shaping democracy, international influence, and the balance of power.From explosive allegations involving Jared Kushner to consequential elections in Brazil and Israel, we're asking some uncomfortable questions about corruption, political accountability, foreign influence, and whose interests governments actually serve.🔥 TONIGHT'S TOPICS💰 JARED KUSHNER: CORRUPTION, TREASON & FOREIGN INFLUENCE?New allegations surrounding Kushner's international financial dealings and foreign relationships raise serious questions. What's verified, what's alleged, and where should the line be drawn between diplomacy, personal enrichment, and national security?🌎BRAZIL: LULA VS. BOLSONARO — DEMOCRACY AT A CROSSROADSBrazil's presidential runoff pits Lula against Flávio Bolsonaro. What does the election reveal about the country's political divisions, the continuing influence of the Bolsonaro movement, and the global rise of right-wing populism?🌍ISRAEL: NETANYAHU, GAZA & THE FUTURE OF THE REGIONWith Israel approaching a national election, we'll examine Netanyahu's political future, the ongoing conflict, Palestinian rights, and what a change in leadership could—or couldn't—mean for the region.🌎 THE BIGGER CONVERSATIONDifferent countries. Different political struggles. But some familiar questions:- Who really holds power in modern democracies?- How much influence do billionaires and foreign governments have over political decisions?- Can elections fundamentally change the direction of a country?- How do decisions made thousands of miles away affect everyday Americans?Join us LIVE, share your perspective, and challenge the narrative.✊🏾 ABOUT RADICAL ROOTSRadical Roots is an unapologetic political and social commentary podcast broadcasting from Union County, North Carolina. We dig deep into politics, history, racial justice, community empowerment, and the issues shaping our world.We're not just here to talk about problems. We're here to examine power, challenge assumptions, and encourage meaningful action.📢 Join the Movement:💬 Drop your thoughts below 📲 Follow: @RadicalRootsPodcast on IG, Threads, Bluesky 🔔 Subscribe & hit the bell 📩 podcast@radicalroots.us 🌐 https://radicalroots.us and DONATE#RadicalRoots #GlobalPolitics #BrazilElection #IsraelElection #JaredKushner #PoliticalAccountability #ProgressThroughAction

  6. Oct 27 ·  Bonus

    Roots Rundown 10/23 - Get School'ed w/ Alexis Stadler

    They say that the children are our future and if we teach them well they will lead the way. Well, we sit down with the Democratic candidate At-Large for Union County (North Carolina) Public School Board, Alexis Stadler to discuss what vision he has for the public schools in the 8th largest county in NC! We will dig into her motivations, her obstacles, and what her plans are for the future of UCPS!

    Roots Rundown 10/23 - Get School'ed w/ Alexis Stadler

  7. Oct 27 ·  Bonus

    Roots Rundown 10/22 - The Worst People Always Ascend The Highest

    The one lesson the United States consistently tried to teach us is that the highest positions are meant for the worst people. From SAS dinner with Trump to Vivek’s horrid ad with a pdf protector; we’re being gaslit that their behavior is normal.

    Roots Rundown 10/22 - The Worst People Always Ascend The Highest

  8. Oct 21 ·  Bonus

    Roots Rundown 10/20 - Game Time w/ Colby Watson

    We sit with North Carolina's 8th Congressional District candidate Colby Watson who is running against the incumbent Congressman Mark Harris. We discuss is platform, his motivations, and his vision for NC and the country. All this and more on today’s episode!

    Roots Rundown 10/20 - Game Time w/ Colby Watson
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Radical Roots: Progress Through Action Live from Union County, North Carolina! Radical Roots is a bold and unapologetic podcast where we dig deep into politics, community empowerment, and social change through the lens of history and lived experiences. From national policies to local grassroots efforts, we expose hypocrisy, challenge propaganda, and amplify voices that fight for progress.

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  • Creator
    Radical Roots
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    134
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Radical Roots
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