Thoughts and Prayers

This is not a normal episode. Summer vacation plans mean no guest this time. This is a quick PSA to inform you of Students Demand Action and to try out an exciting new segment for future episodes. Shownotes available at audax.xyz/shownotes. Email for feedback at max@audax.xyz. Follow on Twitter @PrayersFM!

Abbas Ali is, like host Max Patten, a newly-graduated high school student. He's well-educated, intelligent, and not an activist or supporter of stricter of gun laws. He talks about what it's like being on the fence, and his perspective as an average Joe. Shownotes available at audax.xyz/shownotes. Email for feedback at max@audax.xyz. Follow on Twitter @PrayersFM!

Public relations guru Chris Allieri joins Max Patten to discuss how companies and brands can use their platforms for legitimate activism for causes like sensible gun control. Also discussed is the role of politicians, the individual, and social media in enabling that change. Shownotes available at https://audax.xyz/shownotes. Email for feedback at max@audax.xyz. Follow on Twitter @PrayersFM!

Welcome to the debut episode of Thoughts & Prayers, a podcast about keeping the fight for sensible gun laws in hearts and minds. Barrett Fife talks about her activism in DC, the specific gun legislation she wants to see passed for a safer America, the positive and negative effects of social media for modern activism, and the big deal with voting. Shownotes available at audax.xyz/shownotes. Email for feedback at max@audax.xyz. Follow on Twitter @PrayersFM!