Concepts of a Pod

Concepts of a Pod

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Concepts of a Pod episodes

  • EXCLUSIVE: On the Ground with No Kings Protest Sponsors

    New. Digital. Now. and The  @BlueAnchorProject  joined a coalition of national grassroots Democratic organizations to sponsor No Kings protests across the country in response to Trump's military parade on June 14, 2025. The rallies were a massive success, while nobody showed up to Trump's parade. Hear from our team on the ground at the rallies as we discuss the atmosphere of peaceful protest and what's next for the movement.Were you at a No Kings protest? Tell us about your experience here, and we may share your response (anonymously) with the media: https://newdigitalnow.us/nokings

    10 min
  • Democrats' Reactions to Trump's First 100 Days

    On this episode of Concepts of a Pod, we look back at Trump’s first 100 days and respond to your comments. Then, we share an exclusive preview of our new rapid response strategy!New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump is back in office AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.

    36 min
  • Democrats React to Cory Booker's Record-Breaking Speech

    On this episode of Concepts of a Pod, the Blue Anchor Project team joined us live to watch Cory Booker break the record for longest speech on the Senate floor. Then, we discuss the work we’re doing to continue his momentum.New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump is back in office AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.

    51 min
  • How We're Holding Our Representatives Accountable

    Since Republicans refuse to hold town halls, we’re working with our on-the-ground partners on innovative new ways to hold our representatives accountable. On this episode of Concepts of a Pod, we have some big news!New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump is back in office AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.

    35 min
  • Democratic Response to Elon Musk's Attacks on ActBlue

    On this episode of Concepts of a Pod, we respond directly to the misinformation Elon Musk has been posting about ActBlue and set the record straight once and for all. This episode has been posted directly in Elon’s replies.New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump is back in office AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.

    34 min
  • The Real State of Trump's Union

    On this episode of Concepts of a Pod, we discuss Trump's disastrous Oval Office meeting with Zelenskyy and how our Focus Group thinks Democrats should fight back. We also take a look at the first successful petitions from our new petition system.New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump is back in office AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.

    53 min
  • DC’s Reality TV Era (and how Democrats compete)

    On this episode, we take a look at how Democrats have struggled in Trump’s first month, discussing how our supporter focus group feels and our strategy to fight back in a reality TV world.New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump is back in office AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.

    33 min
  • Concepts of an Alliance to Restore the Democrats (Ft. The Blue Anchor Project)

    In a bold response to the systemic failures of the Democratic Party’s consultant class and elite leadership, The Blue Anchor Project  is joining us as our first on-the-ground partner in a new alliance to empower working-class voters, counter misinformation, rebuild donor trust, and restore the Democratic Party’s commitment to real, grassroots-driven progress. They sat down with us on Concepts of a Pod to tell you more about their work!


    Join the conversation! Sign up for updates from our grassroots partners and submit your question to our Q&A for next episode. No topic is off-limits, ⁠click here⁠!


    New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting from Kamala's campaign, but now that Trump won AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations with the people doing the work.


    Chapters:

    00:00 - Fundraising With Honesty (Inspired by The West Wing)

    03:30 - Introducing Our First Partner Org: The Blue Anchor Project

    07:33 - How Democrats Stay Relevant As Trump Destroys the Country

    20:48 - Our Strategy for Political Reengagement

    25:36 - Where the Resist Libs Went Wrong

    33:35 - Q&A: Other Than Money, What Can I Do?

    38 min
  • Concepts of What Democrats Thought of Trump's First Week (and our new strategy to fight back)

    On this episode of Concepts of a Pod, we share our Democratic focus group’s thoughts and comments on Trump’s first week as we figure out a new strategy to fight back.


    Join the conversation! Let us know who you think the new DNC chair should be, or submit your question to our Q&A for next episode. No topic is off-limits, respond here!

    New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump won AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.
    Chapters:
    00:00 - Anti-Trump Outrage and the Democratic Leadership Void (ft. Pete Buttigieg)
    04:04 - Trump's Reality TV-Inspired Political Strategy
    07:55 - Venn Diagram of Outrage: Processing the News Effectively
    13:19 - Where Democrats Should Focus the Fight
    18:14 - Are Social Media Companies Censoring Democrats?
    23:45 - Our Response to Supporter Concerns About Democratic Texts
    31:30 - How We’ll Do Better (and Thoughts on the DNC Chair Race)

    35 min
  • Concepts of How Democrats Stay Relevant in the New Trump Era (Ft. a guest social media expert)

    On this episode, we interview a social media expert on Trump’s inauguration, where Democrats failed on social media, and how to continue the fight in the new Trump era.


    Join the conversation! Let us know what topics you want to hear about on future episodes and add to the Q&A. Nothing is off-limits, click to respond!

    New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the media, but now that Trump is back in office AGAIN, it's time to have the hard conversations.
    Chapters:
    00:00 - The TikTok Inauguration
    01:26 - Today's Guest: Social Media Expert
    02:43 - Silicon Valley's Hard Right Turn
    09:15 - How Democrats Lost the Messaging War
    11:37 - Engaging with Other People's Algorithms
    19:20 - Pete Buttigieg: A Model for Engagement in the World of Social Media
    23:19 - Supporter Q&A: Why Aren't Democrats More Aggressive Against Project 2025?
    31:16 - Keeping up the Fight in Difficult Times

    35 min

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New. Digital. Now. built the nation's largest focus group of grassroots Democrats to figure out how we can fix our party. We kept things behind the scenes during the election to avoid distracting the…