In our first episode of Apathy Is Not an Option, we explore how the ongoing fight for civil rights in Alabama, the historical significance of the Selma Bridge Jubilee, and the deep roots of activism can pave the way to confronting new and evolving threats to civil rights. From grassroots organizing to legal victories that reshaped the national landscape, this conversation highlights the resilience and power of collective action.

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Nichole Hill and Mark Pagán are the senior producers and editors. Sound design and mixing by Terence Bernardo. For the SPLC, the executive producers are Cassandra Douglas and Julian Teixeira, with production assistance from Neil Parekh and Jennifer Lazarus with Digimentors. From PRX Productions, the project manager is Edwin Ochoa and the EP is Jocelyn Gonzales.