Why Do I Give a F&$k??

Why Do I Give a F&$k about the Global March to Gaza and the boogeyman?

Did you hear about the Global March to Gaza? J and Diane discuss why we should give a f&$k about it and what some of the outcomes were. They also talk about the boogeyman narrative and how it is showing up in today's headlines. #ydigafpodcast #globalmarchtogaza #theboogeyman #Iran 

Why Do I Give a F&$k about manufactured consent, failed diplomacy, and f&$king for virginity?

Trump and Israel are bombing Iran and J and Diane give a f&$k about it! Join the convo in the comments as we discuss what is happening and what is going on behind the narrative. Is this really about peace?? #ydigafpodcast #stopbombing #manufacturedconsent #faileddiplomacy Order your copy of Manufacturing Consent by Edward Herman and Noam Chomsky to learn more!

Why Do I Give a F&$k about ICE raids, the Constitution, and safety plans?

J and Diane discuss the militarization of cities in the US and what folks should be doing to prepare themselves and their families for what might be coming, and how to be helpful to our neighbors. Did you attend a "No Kings" rally? What were your observations? #ydigafpodcast #ICEraids #theconstitution #safetyplans 

Why Do I Give a F&$k about burning false narratives and seeking truth?

J and Diane discuss the current situation at Columbia University as J's alma mater, and talk about the importance of the true expansion of knowledge and how dangerous false narratives can be. Shout-outs in this episode to Whitney Plantation, McLeod Plantation, The Legacy Museum, and The National Memorial for Peace and Justice. Check out these places and spaces that are telling the real stories and consider visiting them to support the work they are doing.  #ydigafpodcast #narrative #truthtelling #Columbiauniversity #whitneyplantation #thelegacymuseum #thenationalmemorialforpeaceandjustice #mcleodplantation 

Why Do I Give a F&$k about missing the mark on building peace: intention vs. impact?

Trigger/content warning: dehumanizing of Palestinians and victims of 9/11 using severely academic references of the impact of incinerated humans on the environment. We invite you to fast forward if you do not want to hear the email. 
J and Diane break down an email sent out by the organization they used to work for, written by former Rep. and presidential candidate Dennis Kucinich, on his reasoning to stop bombing Gaza. They talk about how tone deaf this email is and how whiteness thinks it did something good here, but how wrong that is. This is a longer episode, so bear with us!If you are interested in reading the email for yourself, a link to it will be available on the YDIGAF link tree. 

Why Do I Give a F&$k about dancing with death? Part II

In YDIGAF about dancing with death, Part II, we hear J's journey over the past few weeks with details of her experience having a stroke, how it has impacted her life, and what she needs on her way to healing.Diane mentions a book call "My Stroke of Insight" by Jill Bolte Taylor, PhD that you may want to check out to learn more about how having a stroke can impact you, and how you might support your loved ones if they have experienced this in their lives.We ask that you donate what you can to J's GoFundMe to pay down her medical bills and to allow her to engage in the Physical therapy she needs to heal. Every bit helps! Thank you https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-johannas-stroke-recovery-journey 

Why Do I Give a F&$k about dancing with death? Part I

WE'RE BAAAAACK!!!! J and Diane share what journeys they've been on in their absence from the airwaves and how each of them are processing. They've missed all of you and they've missed each other!
J has a GoFundMe to try to cover her medical expenses from having a stroke 3 weeks ago. If you are able to help, every little bit is a blessing! https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-johannas-stroke-recovery-journey
Diane shares about saying goodbye to her Mother. This is a poem she wrote after her transition:
Transformation in Transition
Your outer shell is cracking
opening to reveal the light inside.
Womb mother sliding 
into the eternal,
while spirit mother
weaves a tapestry of colors on canvas 
revealing the space where the stars
and trees meet.
Your laughter sings now
forever in our hearts
while birds of blue
whisper secrets in your ear
bringing joy up from 
the depths of your soul.
The beauty of one mother
capturing the essence of the other
expands my breath, 
while yours is leaving you 
in short, raspy tones.
We watch and
tell you we will be ok.
We wait and
tell you we will miss you.
Lullabies and bird song
fill your ears
as you transition into spirit
to join your loves who
are waiting for you.
Farewell sweet mother.
Dance with your sisters
and know that I loved you
dearly and truly.
See ya later alligator…

Why Do I Give a F&$k is taking a break!

Hey everyone! We wanted to let you know that YDIGAF podcast is going to take a short break for a few weeks. J is experiencing some health issues that she needs to focus on and rest, while Diane will be with family honoring her mother who passed away in December. J is on the mend, but it would be great if you could all send her all the good energy you can for healing during this time.We’ll see you all in just a few weeks with all new conversations about what we give a f&$k about. You can always watch and listen to past podcasts when you miss us on YouTube and audio podcast platforms, and we’ll see you soon with all new episodes! #ydigafpodcast #healthisimportant

Why Do I Give a F&$k about AI, sentient beings, and transformative justice?

J and Diane continue the dialogue about how to build an exceptional nation as it relates to the use of artificial intelligence. Is AI something we could use to help us imagine what a better nation <world> could look like? Do you use AI in your day to day life? Does it's development scare you? Let's talk about why we should give a f&$k about it. #ydigafpodcast #AI #transformativejustice 

Why Do I Give a F&$k about collective justice, reparations, and repair?

What is the difference between restorative justice and transformative justice? J and Diane discuss it as it relates to the land back movements on Turtle Island and in Palestine. If we are to become an exceptional nation, how do we need to shift our thinking and our imagining to see a new future for all with liberation at the core. Diane encourages everyone to join a zoom on the first Tuesday of each month at 12pm ET titled Ask me anything with Dr. Mohamed Abdou,(@slightlydrifting on Instagram) hosted by Saira Rao and Here4TheKids. The registration link is open to everyone to join.  #ydigafpodcast #transformation #exceptionalworld