The Bootstrap

Episode 84 – Idle Men and Wild Women

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:20:01 +0000

We’ve been waiting with baited breath for this episode. Visual artist and historian (and future marine biologist) Lydia Marie Hicks joins the Bootstrap to share some history about Idlewild, its people and its future. Sit back and enjoy. You might learn a thing or two.

Episode 83 – Simone and the Twisties

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:15:43 +0000

I just want to know if black women can be excellent, not risk their lives and just exist. We dig into some of the news out of the Tokyo Olympics. We had some technical difficulties, so please excuse the poor sound quality.

Episode 82 – Juneteenth, Capitalism and Dog Sitting

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:04:58 +0000

We discuss the celebration of a new holiday that nobody needed as well as the fact that most in the majority won’t know why they are getting a day off work. Capitalism is a mutha…and Rachel’s dog sitting gig gets in the way!

Episode 81 – COVID Comes Rushing Back

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 09 Sep 2021 01:01:13 +0000

Well, thanks to my anti-vax bro’s, COVID numbers are going in the wrong direction…plus new varients

Episode 80 – Happy 4th

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:59:17 +0000

“What to the Negro is the 4th of July”. It seemed appropriate to repost my reading of the famous Frederick Douglas speach from a year ago. Happy belated Juneteenth!

Episode 79 – Policing…Again

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:57:14 +0000

Once again we are ranting about policing in America. From slave patrols to the Rodney King to George Floyd and all of the killings and brutality of the past year, cops continue to be a menace to society.

Episode 78 – MTG and the Scourge of Congressional White Women

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:42:47 +0000

This week it’s just the two of us. So we took some time to examine the beef between AOC and MTG. Also, we explore our travel options for them America finishes falling.

Episode 77 – Help Wanted…N-words Need not Apply

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:23:09 +0000

Examining the newly minted COVID worker shortage. Why won’t these lazy people get up and get a job?!?

Episode 76 – The Verdict is in

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:19:27 +0000

Welcome back! This week we are taking a look at the verdict of the Derek Chauvin trial as well as a brief discussion of our television viewing habits.

Episode 75 – Chauvin, Vaccines and The Real World

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 05 Jul 2021 15:13:58 +0000

A lot going on. We touch on the trial of Derek Chauvin, the corporate response to Georgia’s restrictive voter laws and much much more!

Episode 74 – Diabetes and Sex Addiction

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 26 Mar 2021 18:37:55 +0000

Well, America feels like America again. As COVID-19 case numbers begin to drop, we have had our first mass shooting incident of the year and a white man in Oklahoma chose to attach black children at a basketball game. This is America..

Episode 73 – We Can Never Be Royals

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 12 Mar 2021 16:08:56 +0000

A little bit of discussion about the “bombshell” revelation that the Brittish royal family might carry a hint of racism or white supremacy…shocking. Plus, Biden’s stimulus passes, so maybe I’ll get my money. We shall see. Also, does representation really equal progress?

Episode 72 – Where’s My Money?!?

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 14:22:42 +0000

Joe Biden is messing with my money. I want my $2000 stimulus and now it’s $1400…and now there are new income restrictions that will mean that many won’t get anything for the next round of stimulus. Very disappointing. Also, racists are mad that Dr. Seuss’s estate has decided to be less racist. YOLO!

Episode 71 – Passing the Time

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 05 Mar 2021 01:12:35 +0000

Not much happened this week…Seriously, aside from the usual injustices and everyday annoyances of American life, nothing radical or out of the ordinary happened. So we just passed the time.

Episode 70 – From Russia with Love

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 23 Feb 2021 12:26:06 +0000

Tonight we are joined by a very special guest. Sean Thomas has spent the last two decades in media in almost every role from radio DJ to news anchor. He is currently working as news anchor for Russia Today, Russia’s state run, 24 hour english language news outlet (Russian CNN?). We dig into the situation in Texas, Biden and my student loans, white discomfort and Sean’s unique take on what the rest of the world is seeing and hearing about the U.S.

Episode 69 – Black History Education

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 12 Feb 2021 22:37:34 +0000

Surprise, surprise. The white people didn’t learn much about Black history while they were in school. Actually, neither did the Black guy. The gang shares what they remember learning about Black history as kids and we ponder why we learned so little in school. Happy Black History Month!

Episode 68 – Will the Real Racists Please Stand Up?

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 05 Feb 2021 04:01:44 +0000

What is a racist and why does the term bother white people so much? Me and my white crew dig into this discussion and try to understand some of the ways that this term impedes progress.

Episode 67 – Insurrection

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 04:27:57 +0000

Soooo, last week we witnessed a failed coup. I had to bring the crew back form their haiaitus so we could talk about this. 45’s reign is over but he’s not going quietly…

Episode 66 – Animation, Representation and Porn

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 02:13:01 +0000

This one goes left pretty quick. We started out talking about BIPOC representation in animated movies and ended up spending our evening debating the efficacy of porn. I love this job…(wish I got paid)

Episode 65 – Post Thanksgiving and Sliding into X-mas

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 01:45:20 +0000

Fresh off of Thanksgiving and ready to finish our leftovers, an election result still eludes us. Happy Holidays everyone and get ready for the Georgia runoff!

Episode 64 – Kelly Stafford, More election Shenanigans.

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 01:27:37 +0000

It’s a family affair! Anna joins us as well as Dr. Amy to discuss more post election attrocities.

Episode 63 – Post Election and Cuties with Dr. Amy

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 01:06:29 +0000

Well, the election happened and we won’t have a clear winner until…Also, Dr. Amy joins us to talk about the movie Cuties and all that needless controversy. Enjoy.

Episode 62 – Almost the Election

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:54:26 +0000

The election is only a few days away. Who will win? Who will cheat? Who knows?

Episode 61 – Bill Burr, VP’s and Vaccines

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 05 Jan 2021 00:30:33 +0000

Bill Burr riffs on white women (correctly). The vice presidential debates and a look at the upcoming covid vaccine through the lense of America’s history of experimentation on black people.

Episode 60 – Cuties, Debates and Trump’s Coronavirus Adventures

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 23:16:50 +0000

In this episode, we talk about the controversy surrounding the movie “Cuties.” Also Biden and trump’s debate performances and it looks like trump and many in his camp have tested positive…

Episode 59 – RGB has Died and Still No Justice for Breonna

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 23:02:08 +0000

The title says it all. More bad news in an unjust world.

Episode 58 – Deep Thoughts…Also Trump is Trash

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 22:43:30 +0000

The crew comes together to discuss more current events during the covid apocolypse, plus the explosion in Lebanon.

Episode 57 – Progressives’ Frustration with Magical Negroes

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 21:57:46 +0000

Just the crew riffing on progressives, primaries, racism and more of Mango Musselini’s shenanigans…

Episode 56 – Binders Full of Women

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 10 Jul 2020 03:36:15 +0000

We have a full house tonight with some incredible women. Dr. Amy joins us once again, as well as Dr. Nelia, and Tonya to talk about womens issues in the context of the struggle. So grateful for the conversation this evening.

Episode 55 – Happy 4th of July!

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 03 Jul 2020 02:28:10 +0000

Ed is flying solo tonight and we all know that can be dangerous. He shares some wise words from the great abolitionist, Frederick Douglas. Happy 4th, everyone…

Episode 54 – Aunt Jemima, Ally Fatigue and more

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 25 Jun 2020 12:53:35 +0000

Matt Gaetz goes off, SCOTUS makes some key decisions, Aunt Jemima is retired and white people are exhausted…

Episode 53 – Women in the Movement (Jihadi Ed)

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 12 Jun 2020 14:26:18 +0000

This week, we are joined by Dr. Amy Bonomi who helps us examine why women have been largely ignored during the movement for Black lives and the wider implications of patriarchy and violence toward women as a public health crisis. We are also fortunate to welcome Cedric back to the show. Pretty soon, we won’t be able to afford him…

Episode 52 – We Leave for One Week and All Hell Breaks Loose!

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 22:10:36 +0000

So, we decide to take one week off to collect ourselves and the cops kill ANOTHER black man and then the world collectively decides to rise up…Who am I to argue? Black Lives Matter!

Episode 51 – If I Had a Trillion Dollars…

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 10 Jun 2020 21:57:44 +0000

We continue to revisit updates in the tragedy that is the Ahmaud Arbury case.We also give a brief salute to Breonna Taylor. Then we take a minute to dream like Jeff Bezos.

Episode – 50 – Continuing to Examine Tragedy

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 20 May 2020 19:53:48 +0000

We talk about updates in the Ahmaud Arbery case and examine the next tragedy that is the murder of Breonna Taylor. My friend Dionardo graced us with his presence, once again, and brought some much needed wisdom and truth. Enjoy.

Episode – 49 – I Shouldn’t Have Watched the Video

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 20 May 2020 19:49:28 +0000

Unfortunately, I saw the video of Ahmaud Arbery losing his life and I am not in a good place. Two dear and trusted friends join the show this evening and we talk through this tragic injustice. Enjoy the uncomfortable silences…

Episode 48 – More Biden, More Protests, More Corona

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 20 May 2020 19:46:41 +0000

We have a brief discussion about the sexual assault allegations against Joe Biden, examine the continued protests at the Michigan Capitol building and how white privilege plays into being allowed to yell in a cops face with no consequences.

Episode 47 – Rona Protest Updates…Karen, Please!

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 19 May 2020 03:25:34 +0000

We disect the shear caucasity of the ongoing protests happening in Michigan and other states with Democratic governors. Also, white women are trying to move in and appropriate oppression…go figure…

Episode 46 – Wisconsin, Bernie and the Capitol Protests

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 19 May 2020 03:20:46 +0000

Wisconsin holds an election. Bernie and his supporters are NOT helping and people in Michigan are protesting the governors restrictions put in place for everyone’s safety…

Episode 45 – Bye Bye Bernie

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 10 Apr 2020 13:34:39 +0000

Bernie is off the trail. Governor Whitmer gets ’bout it and Karen is Karen. Also, vote or die…literally.

Episode 44 – School’s Out for Summer…OR 10 Things I Hate About You

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 03 Apr 2020 18:19:48 +0000

We took some time to talk through our lists of 10 things we secretly hate that other people love and also, school’s cancelled for the rest of the year and Michigan has been declared a disaster zone.

Episode 43 – The Rona is Real!

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:57:11 +0000

Well, it’s here. It’s real and we are confined to quarters…unless we decide to leave. In this episode, we are reporting live from the apocalypse. Orders have been issued to stay indoors, but most are not following. Meanwhile, our president seeks validation…We hope Scotty is ok.

Episode 42 – Coronavirus

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 16:51:30 +0000

Welcome back to the Bootstrap. We are reporting live from the apocalypse. Since we are essentially off work, we all had time to join in this week and give our take on the virus and the president’s terrible response to it.

Episode 41 – Super Tuesday

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sun, 22 Mar 2020 16:42:20 +0000

In this episode we talk about other more interesting stuff as we occasionally check the super Tuesday primary results. We also take a look at the looming pandemic. It’s looking very much like a Biden candidacy is in our future…

Episode 40 – J-lo, Trump, Black History

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 14 Feb 2020 14:47:53 +0000

We are back from our hiatus with all of the manly men. Rachel had to sit this one out so all of the fellas decided to talk about the halftime show, trump and some other stuff along the way.

Episode 39 – Harriet Tubman, Michael Vick & White Privilege

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 03:41:36 +0000

This week we have our first ever 5 star review and as promised, I asked them to join us on the show. Our special guest joins us for a discussion about the movie Harriet, Michael Vick, white privilege and other fun topics. Enjoy!https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/episode-39-harriet-white-privilege-mike-vick.mp3

Episode 38 – Raise Better White People

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 26 Nov 2019 04:45:36 +0000

In this episode Rachel and I discuss the sorry state of our Detroit Lions as well as Colin Kaepernick’s NFL Workout. We also discover the racist “nextdoor” and top it all off with a little Jim Crow. Cheers, everyone!https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/episode-38-racism...again_.mp3

Episode 37 – #TheChickening

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 08 Nov 2019 02:23:24 +0000

This week we discuss the Popeye’s phenomenon and the pathologizing of black behavior. We also visit the gynecologist with our teenager…oh wait, that was T.I. plus a couple of other topics. It was a slow news week and we were tired. Bonus: Scotty was able to join us.https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/episode-37-slownewsweek-hymen.mp3

Episode 36 – #StillInOccupiedTerritory #JamesBaldwin #AllByMyself

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 01 Nov 2019 04:16:21 +0000

Ed is left alone to his own devices tonight and decides to revisit an old article from one of his favorite authors. James Baldwin’s “Report from Occupied Territory” brings incredible clarity and insite to the tragic state of police brutality and unequal justice in America. All of this has happened before and all of it will happen again…https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/episode-36-stillinoccupiedterritory-jamesbaldwin-.mp3

Episode 35 – #TheBlackoutEpisode #Thewhitestblackguysyouknow

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 24 Oct 2019 04:34:09 +0000

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Our friend Cedric returns to the show and we are left all by ourselves. We get into the Atatiana Jefferson case, Ibram Kendi, religion and more!

Episode 34 – #Forgivenessisaweapon

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 10 Oct 2019 02:42:02 +0000

In this episode, we are back after 2 weeks and we talk about the Amber Guyger trial, forgiveness and the hug heard ’round the world. We also delve into the impeachment and my darker predictions about the future of Trump’s America. …Plus blackface again…https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/episode-34-forgiveness-whatchwhitenesswork-blackface..mp3

Episode 33 – Revisiting Blackface, Impeachment and the Botham Jean Murder Trial

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 02:36:01 +0000

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Tonight, we revisit our discussion on blackface, plus Trump’s impeachment and updates on the Botham Jean murder trial.

Episode 32 – Canadian Baecon Blackface and Chelsea Handler’s Privilege

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 00:22:05 +0000

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We have a conversation about our favorite team, blackface and Chelsea Handler’s documentary about white privilege. Enjoy!

Episode 31 – Back for the first time…Again….

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 27 Sep 2019 00:08:12 +0000

America, we are back…again! We have just returned from a brief(ish) haiaitus(sp) and we are ready to rock. So much going on and so much to talk about. Thanks for joining us.https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/episode-31-back-for-the-first-timeagain.mp3

Episode 30 – #BuildtheWall #WakandaForever #ReclaimMLK

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:36:09 +0000

Black Panther is up for 7 oscars!!!!! We also talk about the sanitized legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King as we celebrate his holiday and of course we talk about the Covington kids.

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Episode 29 – #SurvivingRKelly #ToxicMasculinity #HackedbyRussia

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:33:56 +0000

In this episode, we welcome two special guests, Susan and Tonya who help us dissect the needlessly controversial new gillette ad. We also talk about the fallout from the long running R. Kelly scandal and I’m pretty sure we got hacked by Russians!

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Episode 28 – #WhitePrivilege #WhiteAlly

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 30 Jan 2019 01:23:52 +0000

We invite special guest Monica back on the show for a discussion about white privilege and what it means to be a white ally.

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Episode 27 – GM, Black Friday and Atrocities at the border

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sat, 05 Jan 2019 18:09:44 +0000

We talk about Black Friday in the wake of the GM layoff anouncement as well as revisiting my views on military service. Hopefully someone finds this interesting!

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Episode 26 – Tribe Alive

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sat, 05 Jan 2019 16:50:50 +0000

Special guest, Carly Hopkin Burson joins us to talk about the humanitarian motivations behind her clothing line. We also discuss the racial dynamics of her family and cruel comedy.

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Episode 25 – Post Election

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sat, 05 Jan 2019 16:47:53 +0000

We break down the results of the recent mid term elections and examine the aftermath…including those races that are still in question.https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/episode-25-post-election.mp3

Episode 24 – Election Eve

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 12 Nov 2018 03:54:29 +0000

It’s the night before the 2018 election and we are on pins and needles. Will there be a blue wave? Will the Mueller investigation continue? Will Georgia and Florida get black governors? Only you, the people, can decide. Also, Rebel Wilson sucks……Enjoy!

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Episode – 23 #TheTyrannyofWhiteWomen

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sun, 14 Oct 2018 00:51:17 +0000

Rachel’s not too crazy about the title of this episode, nevertheless we persisted in talking about Susan Collins, Bette Midler, Taylor Swift and Nikki Haley (I think she counts). We also touch on Kanye and his very public manic episode. https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/episode-23-thetyrannyofwhitewomen.mp3

Episode 22 – A Broader Discussion of Racism

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 05 Oct 2018 04:01:15 +0000

This time around we will discuss some of the deeper meanings and implications of institutional racism, why it’s hard to talk about and what it means for us. We also touch on the Botham Jean case as well as Judge Kavanaugh.https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/episode-22-a-broader-discussion-of-racism.mp3

Episode 21 – #Selfcare…again?

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sun, 30 Sep 2018 18:43:46 +0000

This episode features Ed and Rachel kicking it about Botham Jean, Kavanaugh and other political nonsense and a shoutout to #selfcare. Remember to take care of yourselves and your mental health out there.https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/episode-21-selfcare.mp3

Episode 20 – #BroShow

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sat, 15 Sep 2018 02:27:37 +0000

In this episode, we examine the New York Times OpEd that’s got Trump so fired up as well as Nike, racism and the tragic shooting of Botham Jean.https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/09/episode-20-broshow.mp3

Episode 18 – #What Would Jesus Do

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 19 Jul 2018 23:42:19 +0000

We are joined by our first guest, Pastor Cedric Lundy, who discusses the evangelical communities response to racial injustice. We also delve into some other topics, including an interesting musical selection.https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/episode-18-what-would-jesus-do.mp3

Episode 17 – Melania Trump is a Trash Human Being

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sat, 30 Jun 2018 15:25:38 +0000

This week we (sort of) recover from last week’s depression. Black Panther is still amazing and coming soon to a football stadium near you. Also, Melania doesn’t really care…Do you?https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/episode-17-melania-trump-is-a-trash-human-being.mp3

Episode 16 – Outrage, Overload, Exhaustion

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 25 Jun 2018 03:51:01 +0000

Black Panther is still amazing, but everything else is terrible. Hopefully discussing the immigration atrocities doesn’t force our slide into depression….https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/episode-16-outrage-overload-and-exhaustion.mp3

Episode 15

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Fri, 08 Jun 2018 01:01:18 +0000

Roseanne
Starbucks
Memorial day
and some other stuff…https://bootstrappodcast.wordpress.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/06/episode-15-so-long-roseanne.mp3

Episode 14 – Remember to Vote!

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 07 Jun 2018 21:26:20 +0000

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Episode 13(ish) – Trumps Nobel Prize and Some Other Stuff

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 22:57:41 +0000

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Bootstrap Podcast Episode 12(?) – #Racetogether

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 03:00:55 +0000

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Bootstrap Redux – Back on the air

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Wed, 06 Jun 2018 02:38:34 +0000

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The Bootstrap – Episode 8

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sat, 14 Nov 2015 17:22:20 +0000

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The Bootstrap – Episode 7

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 20:12:01 +0000

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The Bootstrap – Episode 6

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Thu, 12 Nov 2015 20:09:51 +0000

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The Bootstrap – Episode 5

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 03:27:50 +0000

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The Bootstrap – Episode 4

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 03:26:10 +0000

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The Bootstrap – Episode 3

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Tue, 10 Nov 2015 03:23:32 +0000

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podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Sat, 02 May 2015 16:17:56 +0000

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Welcome to the BootStrap!!!

podcastbootstrap@gmail.com (podcastbootstrap) — Mon, 13 Apr 2015 02:59:29 +0000

Hello world and welcome to the Bootstrap! The crew here hopes to lend our voices to the many inequalities we see happening in the world today. Come with us as we take a journey of discovery and find ways to use our voices to fight oppression…and have fun sometimes too. Follow us on Twitter @Bootstrap_Now