Carlos and Theresa discuss the themes of revolutionary love, responsibility, and the impact of protests on communities. They share personal experiences, particularly regarding the use of tear gas on Portland's population, and share their deep concern for the most impacted. The discussion emphasizes the importance of community building, learning from historical protests, and the need for strategic approaches to activism. Carlos and Theresa also touch on the significance of nervous system regulation, the challenges of perfectionism in activism, and the value of conflict resolution in community organizing.

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We can center and ground ourselves through personal frustration through our breath. When we expand our understanding of our breath and connectivity, we can expand our shared empathy and understanding. With that understanding, we can share strength in the knowledge that we are not now, nor were we ever, truly alone in the struggle.

Join host, Carlos Kareem Windham, and we get ready to take a breath and stand ten-toes down for the people.

In this episode, hosts Carlos Kareem Windham and Theresa Logan explore themes of community, resilience, and the importance of grounding practices in the face of societal challenges. The conversation also delves into the challenges of navigating social media, the necessity of community organizing during crises, and the lessons learned from historical models of organizing. As they reflect on the current state of society, they question whether we are witnessing a civil war or the collapse of an empire, while also addressing the role of technology in surveillance and control. The Dynamic Duo also explore the themes of surveillance, government control, corporate influence, and the evolution of power dynamics. They discuss the implications of living in a surveillance society, the role of government and corporations in shaping our lives, and the historical context of empires and their inevitable fall. The dialogue emphasizes the importance of collective well-being, the purpose of education, and the need for empathy in building a new society from the ruins of the old.

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Strategy & Solidarity Pod the Podcast presents : Monday Moments

Join us each week as you host, Carlos Kareem Windham, leads you though another meditation or breathing excersize to start your week off right. In this Age of Authoritarianism, we could all use a moment to get grounded.

In the second part of their conversation, Carlos and Theresa continue the rigorous investigation of the truth and consequences of standing up to authoritarian rule and fascism; and why they'll continue doing just that. The exploration is leading to a year of action and offerings from Strategy & Solidarity Collective for which we hope you'll join us.

In part one of this two-part conversation,  explore various themes including personal reflections on mental health, historical context of U.S. foreign policy, the impact of music and culture, and the complexities of global politics. They discuss the significance of the new year as a time for reflection, the historical implications of terms like 'banana republic', and the ongoing struggles against war and suffering. The conversation also touches on the importance of activism, the role of propaganda, and the need for accountability in leadership.

Full Monday Moments available on YouTube and strategyandsolidarity.org

After a harrowing weekend of ICE attacks in Minneapolis and Portland, Strategy & Solidarity Collective is proud to offer a special, unlocked Monday Moment, "This Too Shall Pass". Stay tuned after today's breath-work, where Carlos offers a look behind the scenes of their preparatory process, and the grounding for the grounding. If it speaks to you, please share widely with your networks. Thanks in advance. Sign up to join us live at strategyandsolidarity.org every Monday.

In solidarity

Carlos and Theresa reflect on their experiences over the past year, discussing personal challenges, family traditions, and the urgency for community. They share silver linings from 2025, including the launch of this very podcast and the connections made during Strategy & Solidarity Global Summit '25. The conversation shifts to societal challenges and the need for new systems of governance, emphasizing the importance of sincerity, forgiveness, and building relationships across differences.

Have a listen. It's a podcast.

Ep 9, "Out With The Old, In With The New", 1/1/2006. Full Eps always available early for members at strategyandsolidarity.org