Amateur Activist with Isabela Herrera

Isabela Herrera
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Amateur Activist with Isabela Herrera

Hi, I’m Isabela, host of the Amateur Activist Podcast where we talk about big social, political and sometimes theological issues. Join me and my guests as we try to understand topics that sometimes seem too big or too nuanced. We don’t have all the answers and we certainly don’t have the resources to make a big impact but we have our voices. I invite you to join me in these conversations that are sometimes complex and uncomfortable. I’m not qualified nor do I have the capacity to be all in all the time. But I’ll attempt to change the world regardless because I believe we deserve better.

  1. MAY 12

    Let's Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to Christians with Rabbi Mike Harvey

    The Amateur Activist is joined by Rabbi Mike Harvey to talk about his first book, Let's Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to Christians. Rabbi Michael E. Harvey is the bestselling author of Let’s Talk: A Rabbi Speaks to Christians. He is an ordained rabbi whose passion and work involves social justice and advocacy work and interfaith conversations. You can connect with Rabbi Mike here: https://www.rabbimichaelharvey.com/ Isabela and Rabbi Mike sat down in December 2023 to record this interview and she's excited to finally be able to share it with people. As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so grateful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram, @amateuractivistpod Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll A big thank you to David Andrew for producing the music for this season. Follow him ⁠here

    1h 20m

  2. APR 16

    Looking Back with Beaux Young

    The Amateur Activist is joined by Beaux Young as the pair look back at their last two conversations (2020 & 2022), reflecting on how they've changed over the years. Beaux and Isabela have been friends for years and this conversation is special for a lot of reasons. While it may not be obvious why or how this episode intersects with activism or advocacy, it's an important exercise nonetheless (plus it's fun!). As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so grateful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram, @amateuractivistpod Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll A big thank you to David Andrew for producing the music for this season. Follow him ⁠here

    1h 6m

  3. APR 2

    SOLO EPISODE: I don't really want to be doing this ...

    Hi amateurs, welcome back! As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so grateful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram, @amateuractivistpod Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll A big thank you to David Andrew for producing the music for this season. Follow him ⁠here

    14 min

  4. SEASON 3 TRAILER

    Welcome to Season 3

    Season 3 starts now! If you've been around since the very beginning, thank you. If this is your first episode, thank you for picking my podcast. It means the world that I get to plan, interview and release episodes for another season and that you listen to it all. This is a quick trailer explaining who and what we are as amateurs and what my hope is for this season & year. It's simply a way for us all to be on the same page. Thank you to David Andrew for producing the music used for Seasons 2 and 3. Follow him ⁠⁠here⁠ Thank you for Jana Preuss for the photography for Seasons 2 and 3. As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so grateful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram, @amateuractivistpod Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll

    3 min
  5. The Freedom Hub: Ending Slavery in Australia with Sally Irwin

    12/05/2023

    The Freedom Hub: Ending Slavery in Australia with Sally Irwin

    This week, Isabela sits down with Sally Irwin, the CEO and founder of The Freedom Hub. Sally started The Freedom Hub in 2013 with the mission of ending slavery in Australia, helping victims rebuild their lives and partnering with others to end slavery globally.  The Freedom Hub does incredible work with corporations and individuals to support survivors while fighting against a very real human rights issue that exists here in Australia.  Isabela and Sally talk about where Sally's passion and fire to end modern-day slavery first began and where the idea for The Freedom Hub came from. They talk about the important and unique work Sally and her team do and how focusing on the future and well-being of survivors sets The Freedom Hub apart from other organisations doing similar work. You can connect with The Freedom Hub on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook. Click here to land on The Freedom Hub’s website Read and follow along with 16 Days of Freedom here As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so grateful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram, @amateuractivistpod Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll

    52 min
  6. Standing Up to POTS with Dr. Cathy Pederson

    11/21/2023

    Standing Up to POTS with Dr. Cathy Pederson

    This week Isabela sits down with Dr. Cathy Pederson, a Professor of Biology at Wittenberg University and founder of Standing Up To POTS, a non-profit working to improve the quality of life for people living with POTS.  Standing Up to POTS was founded by Dr. Cathy Pederson in 2014 after her daughter was diagnosed with POTS.  Standing Up to POTS was created to generate a community who can support each other while pushing forward understanding of POTS.  Dr. Pederson earned her Ph.D. in Physiology and Neurobiology from Rutgers in 1996, and has dedicated all of her professional research efforts to POTS, chronic illness, and quality of life since her daughter's illness.  In this episode, Cathy and Isabela share the basics of what POTS is, how it’s impacted Isabela’s life over the last decade, and the two main symptoms that make life hard for Isabela. They also discuss how the pandemic brought hope to the POTS community and offer insight into how we can advocate for those with chronic, invisible illnesses.  Learn more about Standing Up To POTS ⁠here⁠ Listen to the POTScast ⁠here⁠ As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so grateful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram, @amateuractivistpod Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll *Medical Disclaimer: The information provided here is not intended to serve as professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. If you have health-related issues, please contact a qualified health professional to get the personalized assessment, advice, and treatment that you need. The Amateur Activist will not be liable for any direct, indirect, or other damages arising from the use of this podcast.

    1h 11m

  7. 11/07/2023

    SOLO EPISODE: Let's Take A Look at the News Part 4 [Video]

    This week, Isabela sits down for episode 4 of this season's mini-series, Let's Take a Look at the News. In this mini-series, Isabela intentionally looks at what's been happening in the news in Australia or globally and tries to understand the situation in “real-time.”  In this episode, Isabela offers a vulnerable, honest, and unedited look into how she’s been trying to navigate the conflict between Israel and Palestine, holding space for her Jewish and Israeli friends and being adamantly against the genocide of the Palestinian people.  This episode isn’t perfect. It’s vulnerable, honest, and a reflection of Isabela’s thoughts and emotions in real-time about a situation that feels hopeless.  Organisations: -UN World Food Programme -UNICEF -Doctors without Borders -Save the Children -International Rescue Committee Accounts: @_publicthought As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so grateful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram, @amateuractivistpod Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll

    44 min
  8. SOLO EPISODE: The Importance of Self-Regulation as Activists

    11/02/2023

    SOLO EPISODE: The Importance of Self-Regulation as Activists

    This week, the Amateur Activist sits down to quickly recap her half-marathon race from a couple of weeks ago. Running 21.1 km has nothing to do with activism or politics, and Isabela knows that. But, she attempts to look at how distance runners develop self-regulation tactics and mental resilience to withstand challenging and exhausting circumstances. In a somewhat scattered word vomit, Isabela tries to provide helpful tips for amateur activists to take care of themselves while engaging in advocacy and when consuming news.  As always, we are so grateful for everyone who listens and shares. When you get a moment, we'd be so thankful if you left a review on Apple Podcasts, rated us on Spotify, or tagged us in your stories on Instagram @amateuractivistpod. Connect with me on Instagram, @belagiirrll.

    39 min
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Hi, I’m Isabela, host of the Amateur Activist Podcast where we talk about big social, political and sometimes theological issues. Join me and my guests as we try to understand topics that sometimes seem too big or too nuanced. We don’t have all the answers and we certainly don’t have the resources to make a big impact but we have our voices. I invite you to join me in these conversations that are sometimes complex and uncomfortable. I’m not qualified nor do I have the capacity to be all in all the time. But I’ll attempt to change the world regardless because I believe we deserve better.

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