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It's Time We Talked

It's Time We Talked

Written by: Jared Dubin
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 We're bringing you key conversations at the intersection of technology, community, and world-changing action. Join us as we discuss how our online connection can either encumber or enhance our impact and participation in the real world.

Beacon Founder Jared Dubin hosts guests from around the country as we cover the power of interconnected community, the dangers of for-profit platforms like social media, and the revolutionary potential of a true social network. Tune in, and be sure to connect with us on Beacon at www.thebeaconnetwork.org!Copyright Beacon Network Economics Management Management & Leadership
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  • Who are we? + Important Beacon updates

    Who are we? + Important Beacon updates
    Nov 9 2023
    Hello dear podcast listener, Thanks for tuning into It's Time We Talked Episode 7, where Jared Dubin turns over hosting duties to Beacon's head of production P-H Erwin! The two lads re-introduce themselves and explain what Beacon does to any new listeners plus offer many Beacon updates including announcing our fundraising campaign which is set to take place from November 20th to December 22nd. We're aiming high this giving season, so be sure to follow our social channels and sign up to our newsletter for our most pertinent updates, all of which can be found on our website www.thebeaconnetwork.org Beacon is a non-profit and is made possible by people like you. Please consider donating and supporting our work today here. Beacon: Connection for Action --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-time-we-talked/message
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    40 mins
  • It's Time We Talked - Taking Action with Acter

    It's Time We Talked - Taking Action with Acter
    Oct 7 2023
    This week we are excited to introduce Emil Vincentz, co-founder of Acter, to the podcast! Acter is a non-profit based in Copenhagen, Denmark, and is Beacon’s technology partner. These delightful Danes are dedicated towards developing a secure and decentralized organizing tool to provide a trusted digital space for organizations and networks to coordinate collective action and create systemic change. Jared and Emil discuss building the Beacon platform with Acter and the many solutions that this partnership can bring to the real-world.
    Beacon is a non-profit seeking to drive connection for action through transparent local journalism all ran by volunteers. Find more information and consider donating here
    Episode Specific Links: 19:05 Q-anon https://www.bbc.com/news/53498434  19:28 The jews control the weather https://www.washingtonpost.com/local/dc-politics/dc-lawmaker-says-recent-snowfall-caused-byrothschilds-controlling-the-climate/2018/03/18/daeb0eae-2ae0-11e8-911f-ca7f68bff0fc_story.html  19:41: Pizzagate https://time.com/4590255/pizzagate-fake-news-what-to-know/  21:09: Facebook papers https://facebookpapers.com/  33:16 Bills banning gender affirming care for minors https://apnews.com/article/transgender-health-care-veto-override-north-carolina-536351cc360a92cdd21f298f6212e6d2  33:32 Don’t say gay law https://www.npr.org/2022/03/28/1089221657/dont-say-gay-florida-desantis  37:38: Asheville reparations https://apnews.com/article/north-carolina-racial-injustice-business-race-and-ethnicity-d9190175bb260ba2882954fd731fbe92#:~:text=Asheville%20passed%20its%20historic%20reparations,of%20liberties%20to%20Black%20residents. 
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • Engaging with Asheville: Racial Justice Coalition

    Engaging with Asheville: Racial Justice Coalition
    Sep 8 2023
    Beacon is excited to engage with important issues within the Asheville community and shine a light so that more people can be involved. This week Jared chats with Fél Marquez, Director of Development for the Asheville Racial Justice Coalition! The Asheville Racial Justice Coalition, or RJC, is a "broad-based alliance of individuals and organizations committed to addressing systemic racism and state-sanctioned violence against Black people and those most impacted by poverty, criminalization, and mass incarceration.” Learn more at their website RJCAVL.ORG and please donate to support their work if you can.
    We are thrilled to welcome Fél onto the show and get the latest on the RJC’s critical community work. Listen in as Fél and Jared discuss systemic racism, reparations, and how to bring about change and accountability. This episode is complete with avenues for our listeners and members to get involved, so sit back, enjoy, and if you feel so moved - take action!
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    40 mins
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