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Generation Change with Leo Finelli Leo Finelli
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5.0 • 8 Ratings
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Hi! I'm Leo. Across our world, young people are standing up for social justice and demanding change from those in power. On this podcast, I talk to inspiring Gen Zers about their work for change, and hope to inspire my listeners to make a change as well.
ABOUT LEO FINELLI
Leo Finelli is a Gen Z writer, songwriter, and social justice advocate. Leo is on the autism spectrum, and writes stories about topics such as racism, gun violence, and other social justice issues.
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Charlie Jeffers
Leo talks with Charlie Jeffers, an 18 year old from the San Francisco Bay Area who founded Pass the Bricks, a non-profit organization that turns Lego bricks into new sets for kids. Leo and Charlie talk about designing Lego sets, taking Pass the Bricks international, and how anyone who’s interested can get involved.
Follow Pass the Bricks on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/passthebricks/
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Elijah Lee
On this month's episode, Leo meets Elijah Lee, a 16-year-old student, community activist, and national advocate for children from Richmond, Virginia. Elijah tells about his work with the Virginia State Legislature, his appearances on the Kelly Clarkson Show, his friendship with one of our previous guests, and so much more!
Follow Elijah on Instagram: @elijah_4justice_lee
Check out Elijah's official website: https://incredibleelijah.com/
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Keanu Arpels-Josiah
Leo meets Keanu Arpels-Josiah, one of the lead organizers behind last year's March to End Fossil Fuels in New York City. Keanu also serves on the Electoral and Legislative teams of Sunrise Movement NYC, and helps coordinate and organize around local policy and legislative campaigns as a policy lead for Fridays for Future. Leo talks with Keanu about striking outside City Hall, organizing the March to End Fossil Fuels, and going to COP28 in Dubai.
Follow Keanu on Instagram: @keanu.8064
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Ava Pallotta
Leo chats with Ava Pallotta, a student activist at Harvard College, co-chair of the Harvard Votes Challenge, and deputy political director for Voters of Tomorrow. Ava shares how she got started, how she organized student protests and other events at Harvard, and how she takes care of herself.
Follow Ava on Instagram: @avapallotta
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Bayly Hoehne
Leo interviews Bayly Hoehne, a 16 year old Gen Z political strategist from Connecticut. Bayly and Leo chat about getting into politics early on, Bayly's leadership roles, and her enthusiasm for Taylor Swift.
Follow Bayly on Instagram: @baylyhoehne
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Marianna Pecora
Leo meets Marianna Pecora, a 20 year old youth activist and college sophomore from Southern California who's currently studying political communications at George Washington University in Washington, DC. Marianna and Leo talk about growing up near the US-Mexico border, why she chose GWU, and what she's been up to in our nation's capital.
Follow Marianna on Instagram: @marianna.pecora
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Customer Reviews
Striking and inspiring interviews
Leo is an amazing host. He asks thoughtful and insightful questions. His guests are earnest and wise young activists who are so inspiring to listen to. These interviews give me hope for our future. This podcast is a must listen!
Inspiring & powerful conversations!
I highly recommend this podcast! I love listening to interviews with people who contribute positively to our world. Host Leo Finelli asks thoughtful, fascinating questions!