Built By Us

By Democracy North Carolina

Built By Us Media spotlights movement makers and shakers across North Carolina. Hosts Kai and Joselle sit down with organizers, activists, and working-class people who are fighting for justice, bui

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The podcast currently has 138 episodes available.

Built By Us episodes:

March 17, 2021 The Intersections of The Work with Aja Bullock and Des Gatewood
This week, Alyssa and Taylor are joined by two amazing Democracy NC colleagues. — Des Gatewood is back to facilitate a conversation between us and a friend of the pod, Aja Bullock. As someone who has been organizing and shaking tables in North Carolina for years, Aja shares how they add to the movement by stepping into advocacy spaces as a Black, Queer, and Poor North Carolinian. So, listen in and learn from Aja and Des.
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March 11, 2021 LIVE: 'Wilmington on Fire' Documentary Discussion with Chris Everett
Tune in to this LIVE Discussion with 'Wilmington on Fire' Director, Chris Everett.

On February 26, Desmera Gatewood, Democracy NC Voter Outreach Coordinator, met with Director Chris Everett to gain insight into how the film 'Wilmington on Fire' was created, and to discuss how we must work towards building accountability, and a system of justice and reparations for the families and victims who lost their lives that day.
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February 26, 2021 Recognizing our Humanity With Marion Johnson
Celebrating Black Movement Makers in North Carolina. — In this episode, Alyssa and Taylor have a great conversation with Marion about their adventures in equity consulting, the social issues on their mind every day, and the importance of recognizing the humanity within each other. Tune in as we Recognize our Humanity With Marion Johnson.
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39min
February 18, 2021 Truthful and Revolutionary History with Ajamu Amiri Dillahunt
Celebrating Black Movement Makers in North Carolina. — In this episode, Alyssa and Taylor talk to Ajamu about the value of understanding the past, the power of internationalism, and the importance of our connection to the people. Tune in as we talk Truthful and Revolutionary history with Ajamu Amiri Dillahunt.
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February 10, 2021 Storytelling and Healing Justice with Omisade Burney-Scott
Celebrating Black Movement Makers in North Carolina. — In this episode, Alyssa and Taylor chat with Omi about the dynamics of movement work, the importance of spiritual hygiene, and the intersections of storytelling and social justice. Tune in as we talk Storytelling and Healing Justice with Omisade Burney-Scott.

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February 03, 2021 Martin Luther King Jr.’s ‘Letter From Birmingham Jail’
In this episode, Taylor and Alyssa listen to MLK read excerpts from his Letter from Birmingham Jail and discuss the elements still at play today. Tune in as we unpack and understand MLK's historic words almost 60 years later.
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25min
January 20, 2021 New Year, New Beginnings
It's a New Year with New Beginnings (and we intend to make the most of each). Tune in to this episode as hosts, Alyssa and Taylor, share their fav 2020 moments while welcoming in the new year — whatever it may bring.
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December 17, 2020 Canvass Recap: Every Vote Counted in 2020
On today's episode of Built by Us, Taylor is joined by Canvassing experts, Gino & Sailor, to demystify "The Canvass" process. We listen to each of their stories and updates from 2020 to explain how we worked to count every vote in 2020. Tune in to understand why the integrity of our elections is something to celebrate!
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45min
December 10, 2020 Election Protection: Protecting the Vote in 2020
In this episode, Alyssa & Taylor are joined by our very own Caroline & Shelby, who run the Election Protection program here at Democracy NC. This team was responsible for recruiting and coordinating 2,300+ Vote Protectors and 400+ hotline volunteers this year! Listen in to hear why this program is important and some of our favorite stories from this year's amazing volunteers.
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39min
December 03, 2020 Post Election Check-in
In this Brick, Alyssa & Taylor recap the 2020 General Election with the numbers that are currently available. They go over the overwhelming and exciting number of absentee ballots cast this year and touch on the growth in youth participation. Then we hear from listeners like you about how this election felt, and what you hope to see in the future!
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