On the radio show this week, we delve into the power of voting, discussing resources to help navigate voting rights. Following that, we explore the latest happenings in Washington DC, offering insights into the political landscape and how you can make an impact. Next, we tackle threats to public education, emphasizing the importance of local elections and leadership in shaping educational policy and access. Finally, we close the show with an analysis of the redistricting battles in Tennessee, examining the punitive measures against state legislators and their broader implications for democracy across the nation.

Special Guests

Celina Stewart, League of Women Voters, @LWV , @lwvus.bsky.social @thecelinafactor, @leagueofwomenvoters; Valeria Carranza, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamasConPoder; Jessica Acee, States at the Core; Senator Charlane Oliver, Tennessee State Senate, @charlane.oliver

On the radio show this week, we are joined by stellar leaders in Congress as we dive into the ongoing affordability crisis impacting families across the nation. We also explore SNAP, discussing how the Farm Bill and DHS funding cuts are endangering the wellbeing of millions of children. We also turn our attention to the state of maternal health in the U.S., highlighting recent developments. Finally, we close the show by looking into the affordability crisis, focusing on new strategies to bolster economic security for families and push for significant policy changes.

Special Guests

U.S. Representative Suzan DelBene, WA-01, @RepDelBene; Chad Bolt, First Focus on Children, @chadderr, @chadderr.bsky.social; Tina Sherman, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamasConPoder and @TinaShermanNC; U.S. Representative Kim Schrier, WA-08, @RepKimSchrier, @repkimschrier.bsky.social, @repkimschrier

On the radio show this week, we focus in on #MomPower! The show kicks things off with a discussion about moms and how they're leading policy change. After that, we explore the inspiring journey of mom candidates who are advocating for family-supportive policies. Next, we celebrate Mother's Day initiatives, highlighting the essential advocacy work led by moms. Finally, we close the show by addressing how moms are pivotal in protecting and advancing democracy, emphasizing their crucial role in shaping a just future.

*Special guests include: Brigid Flaherty & Chio Valerio-Gonzalez, Mother Forward, @motherforward; Rebeca Martinez, CareWins; Donna Norton, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamásConPoder; Skye Perryman, Democracy Forward, @DemocracyFwd, @democracyforward.org

On the radio show this week, we start out covering the importance of age-appropriate sex education and why it's a fundamental plank of a healthy democracy. After that, we dive into two new reports from CLASP that detail the harmful ripple effects of out-of-control immigration enforcement on the safety and development of our youngest children. Following that segment, we recognize Maternal Mental Health Awareness Week, discussing the prevalence of perinatal mood disorders and how to break the stigma. Finally, we close the show with an update on MomsRising's Mother's Day advocacy events in Washington, D.C., where moms are bringing their "receipts" to the Hill to share how moms are experiencing an affordability crisis; and to demand solutions for families.

SPECIAL GUESTS: Jaclyn Friedman, EducateUS, @educateusaction.bsky.social; Suma Setty, Senior Policy Analyst & Kaelin Rapport, Policy Analyst, Center for Law and Social Policy (CLASP), @clasp_dc, @clasp.org; Jessie Colbert, Massachusetts Mind the Gap Coalition; Lauren Hipp, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamasConPoder.

On the radio show this week, we start out talking about the importance of having the freedom to read age-appropriate educational materials and how to push back against harmful book bans across the country. After that, we touch base on the beauty and power of "purple places" in the United States, exploring the unique role these areas play as epicenters of local organizing and democracy. Following that segment, we dive into Black Maternal Health Week, discussing the urgent need for maternal health equity and the specific policy solutions that support Black moms and families. Finally, we close the show talking about the student loan crisis families are facing across America, the impact of new repayment rules, and how to take action to abolish student debt.

SPECIAL GUESTS: McKenna Samson, PEN America, @penamerica; Beatriz Beckford, MomsRising, @MomsRising, @MamásConPoder; Tina Sherman, MomsRising, @MomsRising, @MamasConPoder, @TinaShermanNC; Julia Barnard, Debt Collective, @StrikeDebt, @debtcollective.

On the radio show this week, we start out talking about the importance of having the freedom to read age-appropriate educational materials and how to push back against harmful book bans across the country. After that, we touch base on the beauty and power of "purple places" in the United States, exploring the unique role these areas play as epicenters of local organizing and democracy. Following that segment, we dive into Black Maternal Health Week, discussing the urgent need for maternal health equity and the specific policy solutions that support Black moms and families. Finally, we close the show talking about the student loan crisis families are facing across America, the impact of new repayment rules, and how to take action to abolish student debt.

SPECIAL GUESTS: McKenna Samson, PEN America, @penamerica; Beatriz Beckford, MomsRising, @MomsRising, @MamásConPoder; Tina Sherman, MomsRising, @MomsRising, @MamasConPoder, @TinaShermanNC; Julia Barnard, Debt Collective, @StrikeDebt, @debtcollective.

On the radio show this week, we have a powerful health care takeover – and hear from experts, advocates, and leaders about the attacks on health care that are happening right now despite the fact that everyone gets sick, and everyone needs a chance to get better. The situation is an emergency: Trump's proposed budget plans to cut billions from Americans' health care to supersize spending on the military at a time when health care premiums are skyrocketing and 15 million Americans already risk losing health care coverage completely. On the show this week, we find out what you can do to help protect (and expand) health care access. *Special guests include: Adam Hoyer, Protect Our Care, @ProtectOurCare; Natalie Kean, Justice in Aging, @KeanNatalie; Reggie Hubbard, Active Peace LLC, @oreggieglobal; Donna Norton, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamásConPoder

On the radio show this week, we dive into the dangerous voter suppression that would happen with the SAVE Act, and how sharing our stories with members of Congress can protect our democracy. We hear about the horrific conditions for children detained in Dilley, Texas and the urgent movement to close family detention facilities and to free detained kids. We cover why marching matters—from the massive "No Kings" actions to everyday civic engagement—and how Trump's out-of-touch child care comments ignore the nationwide affordability crisis facing families. We also discuss America's aging and failing water infrastructure and what we must do at every level of government to ensure safe, clean water for all; plus, how climate change is driving flooding, drought, and water contamination.

SPECIAL GUESTS: U.S. Representative Luz Rivas, Democratic Women's Caucus, @RepLuzRivas, @DemWomenCaucus, @demwomencaucus.bsky.social; Alida Garcia, Director, Care Can't Wait Action; Lauren Hipp, MomsRising & MamásConPoder, @MomsRising, @MamasConPoder, @momsrising.org, @mamasconpoder.org; Radhika Fox, Principal @ North Star Strategy

• We learn how Representative Jimmy Gomez started the Congressional Dads Caucus.
• Next, we dive into how care candidates and care policies are winning at the state and local level.
• We discuss how the paid and unpaid work of care is both individual and invisible and why we should treat is as a core public good.
• Then, we hear about the importance of connecting caregiving to family budgets and the impact of care on multiple generations.
• We also discuss the importance of public demand in driving policy change and the need for elected officials who reflect and respect our contributions and needs.