• Where We’ve Been, Where We’re Going

    Where We’ve Been, Where We’re Going

    Where We’ve Been: Solidifying Our Foundation Lately we’ve been heads-down, really dialing in the core elements of the podcast. This isn’t just about throwing a mic in front of Neils, BobbySox, and Bill and hoping for the best (though let’s be real, they’re pretty good at just winging it too!).…

  • Taking a Beat

    Taking a Beat

    Long story short, due to a rather epic system outage that decided to grace us with its presence right when we were deep in the weeds of episode production, we’ve had to make the tough call. There will not be a new episode this Monday, June 24th.

  • Voices of Defiance – Unrest and Unity in a Land of No Kings

    Voices of Defiance – Unrest and Unity in a Land of No Kings

    In this episode of Critical Defiance, hosts Neils, BobbySox, and Bill dive into the current wave of civil unrest in America. They discuss recent nationwide protests, including the ‘No Kings’ rallies triggered by federal immigration raids and ICE actions, the deployment of U.S. Marines to Los Angeles, and President Trump’s…

  • The New Moral Panic

    The New Moral Panic

    Content warning: This episode contains discussions that touch on topics of suicide and self-harm. In this episode of Critical Defiance, hosts BobbySox, Neils, and Bill delve into the orchestrated moral panic targeting the trans community in America. They discuss the history of irrational societal fears, compare current assaults on trans…

  • From Riot Gear to Rainbow Gear

    From Riot Gear to Rainbow Gear

    In this episode of Critical Defiance, hosts Neils, Bill, and BobbySox delve into the evolution of Pride Month from its raw, defiant roots at Stonewall to its current incarnation as a corporate-sponsored celebration. They scrutinize the rise of ‘rainbow capitalism,’ questioning whether the mainstream visibility and acceptance it brings are…

  • Threads of Honor: Remembering the Diverse Voices of American Service

    Threads of Honor: Remembering the Diverse Voices of American Service

    In this Memorial Day episode of Critical Defiance, hosts Bill, Neils, and BobbySox dive deep into the often overlooked contributions of marginalized groups in U.S. military history. They examine the roles and sacrifices of African American soldiers, women, LGBTQ+ individuals, and immigrants who served the country despite facing numerous barriers…

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