Protest 101: Why Chapman Park? Why Now? And what to do in the face of aggressive Counter-Protest

With the November elections bearing down, two AudacityCAT participants breakdown the how’s and why’s of Chapman Park - the responsibilities of protestors, law enforcement, and practical step-by-step ways to de-escalate potential confrontation with counter-protestors. 

Voices: Peter, Broo and Phil

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCat wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: https://audacitycat.com

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 
WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

In Episode 12 a former State Rep, Historian, Journalist and Union Activist addresses the current dark state of our politics, the lessons to be drawn from protests in Minnesota and Maine, and why he remains hopeful about the future.  

Voices: Cynthia and Andy

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCat wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: https://audacitycat.com

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

Episode 11 - Inclusivity, Local School Boards, and the controversies surrounding LGBTQ+ representation in midcoast education

As the fall begins, diversity and local schools take centerstage as two educators (and school parents) detail their fight for inclusivity and LGBTQ+ representation in response to recent school board decisions.

The Voices: Stephanie with Jesse and Ashby.

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCat wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: https://audacitycat.com

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

In Episode 10 - Activist. Educator. Parent.  One Audacity participant details her journey from her own parents political activism; to her role in founding The Community School in Camden (soon to be featured in an upcoming documentary film); to the lessons she passes on to her own children, one of whom became executive director of MoveOn.org.  She also details how Audacity continues to fuel her commitment to democracy and justice.  

The Voices: Lyn and Dora

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCat wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: https://audacitycat.com

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

In Episode Nine, one of Audacity’s most senior participants centers today’s debates through his childhood encounters with Nazi- and Soviet-occupation of his Bulgarian homeland; his family’s flight to America and the racial injustices he discovers here; his history of activism; and what inspires him today to protest every week in Chapman Park.  This Episode is Audio Only. 

The Voices: Cynthia with Andrew S.

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCAT wherever you get your podcasts. For More Information visit:

https://audacitycat.com (https://audacitycat.com/)

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP

The Voices of AudacityCAT - Episode 8 - Strength in Diversity and the Dangers of Isolation

How to navigate today’s fraught political environment here in the Midcoast? One that can leave citizens on both sides of the political divide feeling separated and alone?  Two Audacity participants discuss how they take strength and inspiration from Audacity’s rich diversity of backgrounds, opinions, and active sub-groups. 

This podcast contains a brief discussion on isolation and suicide. If you or someone you know is struggling, call the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988. 

Voices:  Lyn and Annegien

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCAT wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: 

https://audacitycat.com (https://audacitycat.com/)

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

A special podcast recording from Kayak-tion, July 2026, Port Clyde Harbor, ME, featuring participants in the peaceful, silent protest of John Roberts' Supreme Court decisions - who form a flotilla of kayaks with signage in the waters off Mr. Roberts' summer home. Another Kayak-tion is scheduled in Port Clyde for August 15, 2026.

Voices: Various participants from AudacityCAT

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCAT wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: 

https://audacitycat.com (https://audacitycat.com/)

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

In Episode Six a Rockland couple discuss how small, "kitchen table” groups spur larger public protests; how the ‘underground history’ of the early gay liberation movement can inspire current actions like those of Audacity; how they find optimism as a married gay couple despite the fraught political environment; and how art plays a crucial role in expression of their wants, needs, and concerns. 

The Voices: Lyn, Lance and Wade

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCAT wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: 

https://audacitycat.com (https://audacitycat.com/)

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

Rockland PRIDE is the focus of Episode Five in The Voices of AudacityCAT podcast series as we celebrate the rising visibility of the recent June street parade with its Showrunner; hear how many in the greater midcoast community offer critical support; explore the vital importance of education, especially among and for young people; as well as a frank and emotional discussion about the on-going challenges facing members of the midcoast LGBTQ+ community.  

The Voices: Stephanie & Angela 

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCAT wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit: 

https://audacitycat.com

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.

In Episode Four, a chance Facebook exchange leads to an amazing cross-country conversation with a reporter from small-town Oregon, where each Saturday 50 people in a town of 250 gather to protest for democracy, inclusivity, and justice. Sound familiar? Hear how they sustain their passion and enthusiasms, respond non-violently to counter-protesting truckers who ‘roll coal’ to smoke them out (and - in one comedic instance - drop their clutch), and how our Justice Roberts-motivated Kayak-tivism in Port Clyde Harbor inspired them to launch their own water-bound protests with a fleet of kayaks and dragon boats. Come hear: We are NOT alone! This Episode is AUDIO ONLY.

The Voices: Lyn Donovan and Laura Swanson, Tillamook County Pioneer

Tune in to The Voices of AudacityCAT wherever you get your podcasts. For more information visit:

https://audacitycat.com

THE VOICES OF AUDACITY PODCAST JOINS WITH OTHER AUDACITY-CAT EFFORTS TO SHARE INFORMATION, PROMOTE POLITICAL ACTION, AND ENABLE DISCUSSION AMONG LOCAL CITIZENS. 

ALTHOUGH WE HOLD DIFFERENT VIEWS ON SPECIFIC ISSUES, WE AGREE ON SEVEN CORE VALUES - 

WE OPPOSE AUTHORITARIANISM, BIGOTRY, AND CORRUPTION. 

WE SUPPORT INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY, EQUITY, AND FREEDOM.  AND - 

WE ARE COMMITTED TO NONVIOLENCE IN ALL ACTIONS. 

ANY INDIVIDUAL OPINIONS EXPRESSED IN THESE CONVERSATIONS REFLECT THE INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE STANCE OF AUDACITY AS A GROUP.