Rebekkah is back to kick of 2022! We talk religion, sex work, lefty circles and much more. IG: bridgetobetter Email: bridgetobetterpodcast@gmail.co Music by: @klrblndsiddy
Emmanuel sees truth slipping away as politics becomes more tribal. To him, this is a symptom of our democracy failing. In this episode we talk about the difficulty of being honest, the political climate, the failure of the news media, and the power of divisiveness. IG: @bridgetobetter Music by: @klrblndsiddy
T.R.I believes we should be de-escalating, not escalating, when it comes to our relationships with the not-so-united nations. In this episode we talk about war, the covid situation in India, segregation in Mississippi, the police, healthcare, and much more. I thoroughly enjoyed our conversation. IG: @bridgetobetter Music by: @klrblndsiddy
Simon Ballister is a freelance writer for the Korea times. Last year, at the start the pandemic, Simon spent time in a Korean prison for marijuana related charges. He's currently writing a book about his time in Korea. In this episode we talk about Simon's experiences, the state of American journalism, the politicization of masks, the toilet paper rush, and much more. Simon is also a top-level official of the bean kingdom and serious about bean life. IG: @bridgetobetter Mu...
Lila believes that the power of personal responsibility paired with a desire to make a difference in your community is a KILLER combo. As the mainstream news churns out more and more clickbait, Lila feels that there is more value focusing on direct action at the local level than getting caught up with the polarization. In this episode we talk about the line between the government's responsibility and personal responsibility. We also explore the ways one can stay true to their goa...
Brannon is a Junior in Highschool with aspirations of playing football and/or baseball at the collegiate level. When schools were shutdown, Brannon had to adjust to virtual learning and figure out how to spend the 5-6 hours of structured training he used to have through the schools athletic program. If Brannon is an accurate representation of the next generation, humanity is going to be alright. He is someone who believes in respect, hard work, and giving people the benefit of th...
Raine Becker is a proud mother who has faced a great deal of adversity in her life. For 25 years she was homeless, navigating between shelters and the streets. Her experiences during this time have given her a unique perspective on why our current approach to fighting homelessness is not working and what needs to change. Raine is now focused on parenting and helping people. She is an incredible human and exemplifies what this podcast is all about. https://www.clickorlando....
Sidd is a student, musician, and one hell of a human being! You might know him for making the music on this podcast. In this episode we talk the similarities and differences between Singapore and America's approach to the pandemic. We also talk about the news media apparatus, censorship, disinformation, and mental health. You can find Sidd on Instagram: @klrblndsiddy Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4LkAIcwDK0xFihz3WcZhZL?si=dGlUNORBTKOxRzhLVfwYUA IG: @bri...
Loren was a restaurant worker who lost their job due to COVID lockdowns; one study has shown over 110,000 restaurants closing permanently or long-term (https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/rochester/news/2020/12/10/nra-restaurants-closed-during-covid-19-congress-). As a result, Loren filed for unemployment and is now job searching in a completely different industry. Throughout this pandemic, Loren has learned many new things about herself and her mindset has shifted in...
Jenna was able to turn her hobby of making candles and her love of San Diego into a small business. She started Scents San Diego (https://www.scentssandiego.com/) before the holidays and has been tackling selling aromatic candles since then. In this episode we talking about the challenges, knowledge gained, and excitement that have come with starting @scentssandiego as well as the support network inside the small business community. It is more important than ever to suppo...
Elijah is a teacher that caught COVID last March. While taking a shower one day, Elijah was overwhelmed with many symptoms and rushed to the emergency room. He was eventually diagnosed with Long Haul COVID. For months, Elijah fought the virus and sometimes had little to no sleep. During this time he entered what he describes as a meditative state. The experiences that Elijah had fighting the virus changed his outlook on life. They have led him to become more spi...
As many companies made covid-related cuts, Red, as a contractor, was let go. After taking a few days to decompress, Red immediately started applying for new positions in his field. In this episode, we talk about the ups and downs Red experienced interviewing during a pandemic and how it has changed his outlook on life. More generally, we talk about how there are less career opportunities which check all the boxes nowadays and how finding the balance between work and life is...
Rebekkah describes herself as a left leaning Christian who found Christianity after previously practicing Wicca, a Pagan religion. Now a devout Christian, she has frustrations with how the Republican party has used Christianity in order to exploit good people and push their agenda. As someone who once fell into the alt-right world, Rebekkah also has first hand insight into ideological cults and why many people are drawn to them. More generally, we talk about how people in ...
Meet Lauren, who recently moved to Phoenix, Arizona. Lauren and many of her coworkers lost their jobs in the concert staging industry when COVID hit. Social distancing requirements decimated many of the events that Lauren used to rely on for money. Many of those who worked in this industry feel forgotten. With the help of some loved ones, Lauren was able to move to Phoenix to restart. Her story is the story that many Americans can relate to during these to...
Meet Andres from Flagstaff, Arizona. Andres cofounded an organization called the Green Collective which focuses on sustainability through veganism. In America, 30-40% of food is wasted, something Andres learned first hand while dumpster diving. Due to "ad-gag" laws, factory farming is one of our country's best kept secrets. It is also one of the biggest atrocities. We explore what is currently considered the "humane" way to treat animals and what we think...
Meet Buji from Houston. Buji has been living with his grandma during the pandemic and has adjusted to a different way of life. He has picked up meditation, a practice he once used to make fun of, in order to get better at staying present. Buji appreciates the wonderful green leaf commonly known as marijuana. On one occasion, he experienced ego dissolution, a powerful experience in which your ego dissolves in front of you. IG: @bridgetobetter Music by: @klrblndsiddy E...
Meet Daisy, a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instructor in San Diego. The academy Daisy works at had to quickly adjust, like many other small businesses, to the ever-changing covid19 restrictions. Initially this resulted in virtual sessions as well as a loss of students. Now the school has brought back limited in person training as well as keeping zoom classes. In this episode we talk about how Daisy got into Jiu Jitsu and started teaching it, how she's adapted to the pandemic, and ho...
Meet Jonathan from Phoenix! Jonathan works as a flight attendant translator/language aficionado (he speaks Spanish and Portuguese). In this episode we talk about the adjustment that airline workers have had to make as well as the risks they are taking during the pandemic. Jonathan is also a proponent of what he calls "extreme listening" which can be described as the willingness to sit down with anybody to hear them out. We talk about this philosophy, how he does it , ...
Meet Lee Zwak, the Water Follower. Lee decided seven years ago that he wanted to hit the road and he's found a lifestyle that he loves through living in his car, pursuing photography, and exploring the country. Lee's only destination is good weather which keeps him on the move as the seasons change. While he initially set off to find love, he ended up falling in love with the journey and now feels the freest he's ever been. Facebook: Lee Zwak @waterfollower Leezwak@...