Indivisible Yolo Podcast

Content Warning: Violence against women is mentioned during this episode. This week Elizabeth chats with Dr. Laramie Taylor, Chair of the UC Davis Communication Department about mass media influence in the United States and abroad. We talk about international behaviors of media conglomerates including American influence specifically on entertainment media. We also talk about the media influence on gender representation and social behavior in American entertainment media and Hindi cinema. Most importantly, we talk about food for thought regarding how people view women in entertainment media. This is part two of a two-part series. Have a question, comment, or suggestion for a future podcast? Send us an email at IndivisibleYoloPodcast@gmail.com!

This week Elizabeth chats with Dr. Laramie Taylor, Chair of the UC Davis Communication Department about mass media influence in the United States and abroad. We talk about how mass media impacts social behaviors, how media content is the single biggest use of time for Americans, as well as how media representations influence gender and gender identity. We also talk about his Top Paper Award from the National Communication Association in 2016 and media ownership conglomeration. This is part one of a two-part series. Have a question, comment, or suggestion for a future podcast? Send us an email at IndivisibleYoloPodcast@gmail.com!

This week, Elizabeth chats with Cynthia Rodriguez, President of the West Yolo Democratic Club, about the history of the club, their work, the importance of public forums, and about the club's upcoming events. We also discuss Yolo County's youth detention center and the crisis at the border, Most importantly, we talk about how it's never to early to become civically engaged. Have a question, comment, or suggestion for a future podcast? Send us an email at IndivisibleYoloPodcast@gmail.com! -- Special Note: We stand in solidarity with peaceful demonstrators in Puerto Rico and across the diaspora who are calling for the resignation of Governor Ricardo Rosselló. #RickyRenuncia

This week, Elizabeth chats with M E Gladis, Chair of the Yolo County Progressives, about what it means to be a "progressive", their latest town hall regarding the Green New Deal, and the work to combat climate change. We also discuss the work being done to hold corporations and elected officials accountable for the sake of the planet and its inhabitants, the importance of reducing our plastic use, "ecosocialism", and the Move to Amend. Most importantly, we talk about how you can make a difference by getting involved. Have a question, comment, or suggestion for a future podcast? Send us an email at IndivisibleYoloPodcast@gmail.com!

This week Elizabeth chats with Erica and Elliot, members of the Sacramento Tenants Union, about how renters in Sacramento can work together to collectively bargain for housing justice, their support for helping people to assert their rights, as well as some of the union's recent victories. We also spoke about important housing legislation including SB 681 and their work to hold representatives accountable. Have any comments, questions, or ideas for future shows? Send us an e-mail at indivisibleyolopodcast@gmail.com!

This week Elizabeth chats with Lily Starling, Executive Director of the Yolo County Democratic Party about the Party Convention, democratic forums in Winters, and the importance of down-ballot elections. We also talk about State Senator Bill Dodd’s recent visit to the County Party’s Central Committee meeting, and the harsh impact on Yolo County of the recent District Attorney’s race. Most importantly, we talk about how you can begin the work of dismantling systems of oppression via education by attending an anti-racism event featuring speaker Tim Wise. Have a question, comment, or suggestion for a future podcast? Send us an email at IndivisibleYoloPodcast@gmail.com!