Get Woke or Die Trying

Robyn Toran
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In our culture of social media and ubiquitous misinformation, I'm here to help you navigate the truth of political issues and what they actually mean. I hope to shine a light on some of the critical issues facing our nation and make sure you know the facts. Join me in my attempt to detangle and explain all the things you have questions about!

  1. 11/19/2023

    Episode 17, Part 1: From the River to the Sea

    In the first of two episodes, join me for a deep dive on the history of what has led up to the current conflict raging between Israel and Palestine. Follow on instagram @getwoke_dietrying for additional resources and thoughful dialogue! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, leave a review, and dhare with a friend! Resources referenced: origins of Israel, ethnic cleansing efforts, the Nakba, 1967 UN resolution, First Intifada, Oslo accords, Second Intifada, 2008 attack, 2012 attack, 2014 ground invasion, 2021 attack

  2. 07/21/2023

    Episode 16: Affirmative Action

    In this episode, I’ll tackle the recent supreme court decision that effectively ends affirmative action. Join me as I delve into what necessitates affirmative action, the racial wealth gap, and the stunning hypocrisy of educational outcomes in our nation. Follow on instagram @getwoke_dietrying to join the conversation, get more information, or share your thoughts! Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your preferred listening platform. And make sure to share far and wide! Resources referenced: supreme court rulings, affirmative action definition, affirmative action is not, why we need affirmative action, who benefits the most, Bakke decision, definitions, not enough, still necessary, SFFA v. Harvard overview, majority opinion, Clarence Thomas, legacy admissions, college admissions scandal, Ohio mom, Tanya McDowell case, Joy-Ann Reid quote

  3. 06/30/2023

    Episode 15: Trans Rights are Human Rights

    As Pride Month comes to a close, join me as I break down what's led up to record breaking anti-LGBTQ bills across the country and dispel some of the myths and misconceptions about trans folks. Follow on Instagram @getwoke_dietrying to join the conversation, make suggestions, ask questions and more! Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and leave a review! Resources referenced: anti-trans bills, trans legislation tracker, history of legislation, roots of transphobia, biological basis of gender identity, sexual differentiation during pregnancy, gender-affirming care, saves lives, pronouns and suicide prevention, cis people access gender affirming care, trans women in sports, youth track meet incident, bathroom predator myth debunked, violence against trans people

  4. 06/21/2022

    Episode 14, Part 2: Eat the Rich?

    Have you ever wonder why so many Americans are so vehemently opposed to socialism and communism despite not having a true understanding of what they are? In this episode, I'll flesh out exactly what the different economic systems entail, the development of anti-communist sentiments, and trace a path of how capitalism leads to authoritarianism. Follow on Instagram @getwoke_dietrying to join the conversation, learn more, leave feedback, or make suggestions! Please subscribe, rate, leave a review, and share! Resources referenced: capitalism definition, history of capitalism in the US, socialism vs. capitalism, Millennials and Gen Z poll, development of anti-communist sentiments, impact of the Cold War, most common reasons, innovation and productivity in the Soviet Union, Soviet democracy, debunking the Black Book of Communism, incompatibility of capitalism and democracy, invetibale outcome of fascism

  5. 05/27/2022

    Episode 14, Part 1: The Myth of American Democracy

    In this episode, join me as I tackle the failures of our democratic system and offer my analysis of our nation's institutions. Follow on Instagram @getwoke_dietrying for updates, more information, and to contribute to the discussion. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, leave a review, and share with your friends! Resources referenced: Democracy Index rankings, definitions, establishment of American government, 3 branches of government, population of 13 colonies, 2020 census data, Senate inequities, anti-democratic nature of Supreme Court, diversifying oppressive institutions, high court appointments in other countries, Citizens United overview, election spending after Citizens United, territories without representation, self-determination proposals, electoral college

  6. 01/18/2022

    Episode 13, Part 2: School Shootings, Enough is Enough

    In this episode, I'll take you through the tragic events of the Oxford High School shooting, as well as share my analysis on who bears responsibility and how it could have been prevented.  Follow on instagram @getwoke_dietrying to join the conversation, get more information, or share your thoughts! Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your preferred listening platform. And make sure to share far and wide!  Resources referenced: overview of incident, Michigan gun laws, lawsuit against the school district, reasonable suspicion vs. probable cause, parental involvement, Crumbley manhunt, escape to Canada, US mass shootings, factors contributing to mass shootings, student survey, demographics of mass shooters, discrepancy in media reporting, Oxford shooting victims

  7. 12/20/2021

    Episode 13, Part 1: America's Issue with Guns

    In an interesting juxtaposition to the previous epsiode, today I'll take you on a deep dive of an issue the "pro-life" crowd really likes to demostrate their hyprocrisy, gun violence and mass shootings. Join me for an overview of America's gun culture compared to that of other countries, an explanation of what the second amendment actually means, and potential solutions moving forward. Follow on instagram @getwoke_dietrying to join the conversation and let me know whay you wanna hear about next! Please sunscribe, rate, and leave a review on your preferred listening platform. Tell a friend to tell a friend! Resources referenced: common arguments for and against gun control, statistics on mass shootings, American gun culture, Boulder assault weapons ban, economic consequences of gun violence, second amendment, interpretation of the 2nd amendment, musket vs. AR-15, democracy and civilian gun ownership, reasons for gun ownership, good guy with a gun myth, crimes committed, success of gun restrictions, weapons used in deadliest mass shootings, background check error, NRA donations

  8. 11/29/2021

    Episode 12: Bans Off Our Bodies

    With the Supreme Court hearing a few critical cases in the coming weeks, Roe v. Wade is poised to face the most consequential challenges it has in decades. In this episode, I'll take you on an in-depth explanation of the history of abortion in the US, arguments for and against it, the religious ties, and so much more. Follow on Instagram @getwoke_dietrying for updates, to join the conversation, suggest topics, and more! Please subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your preferred listening platform. Congressional Switchboard: Call (202) 224-3121, follow the prompts to leave a message for the either or both of the senators for your state! Donate to Planned Parenthood, NARAL Pro-Choice, or your local abortion mutual aid fund Resouces referenced: history of abortion in the US, racist history of abortion bans, intersectional approach to reproductive healthcare, abortion as an LGBTQ+ issue, Texas Tribune article about SB 8, overview of Mississippi law, states poised to enact abortion bans, unsafe abortions, Polish woman who died, Gallup opinion poll, policies targeting unplanned pregnancies, adoption isn's a solution for abortion, HHS foster care statistics, proportion of foster chillden that are abused, state legislature demographics, Congressional demographics, Greg Abbott remarks, AOC tweet, what the bible says about abortion, origins of the religious right, scripture references

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In our culture of social media and ubiquitous misinformation, I'm here to help you navigate the truth of political issues and what they actually mean. I hope to shine a light on some of the critical issues facing our nation and make sure you know the facts. Join me in my attempt to detangle and explain all the things you have questions about!

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  • Creator
    Robyn Toran
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2023
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 253412
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    Get Woke or Die Trying