Episodes

  • 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!
    Please consider donating to Beacon today! Click here if you can make any contribution small or large.
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    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
  • Dealing With Disaster - Video Version

    Dealing With Disaster - Video Version
    Aug 16 2023
    This week we are excited to introduce Keren Avnery, one of Beacon’s board members! Keren’s background in the medical field and her expertise in helping to launch multiple startups will help Beacon generously as we look to expand our outreach in the near future. Join Jared and Keren as they discuss the disasters hitting Naples, Florida both physically and politically and how Beacon can offer solutions.
    Beacon relies on donations from people like you hoping to make a positive impact in their community. Donate if you can or sign up to the newsletter today: click here
    Relevant article on the school board meeting in Naples, Florida: click here --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-time-we-talked/message
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    37 mins
  • Dealing With Disaster

    Dealing With Disaster
    Aug 15 2023
    This week we are excited to introduce Keren Avnery, one of Beacon’s board members! Keren’s background in the medical field and her expertise in helping to launch multiple startups will help Beacon generously as we look to expand our outreach in the near future. Join Jared and Keren as they discuss the disasters hitting Naples, Florida both physically and politically and how Beacon can offer solutions.
    Beacon relies on donations from people like you hoping to make a positive impact in their community. Donate if you can or sign up to the newsletter today: click here
    Relevant article on the school board meeting in Naples, Florida: click here
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    38 mins
  • If We Build It, Will They Come?

    If We Build It, Will They Come?
    Jun 22 2023
    This week we are excited to introduce Jake West, Beacon’s new director of development! Jake started working for Beacon at the beginning of this year and stepped into his role as Director in April. Already he has made major contributions to organizational development, including bringing in our four talented new interns. His involvement has really helped bring Beacon to the next level. Join Jake and Jared in this episode as they discuss the inspirations, strategies, and challenges that go into developing a true intentioned social network. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-time-we-talked/message
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    56 mins
  • What Kind of We? (part 3 of 3 - Doing it Ourselves)

    What Kind of We? (part 3 of 3 - Doing it Ourselves)
    Mar 28 2023
    Things have only gotten worse on the fascist front since this episode was recorded, but that only makes the discussion here all the more important, so thanks for listening! Board secretary Karen Kosch and founder Jared Dubin discuss community, fascism, social media, and the book bans now menacing schools in Florida and elsewhere.  In part 1, Karen and Jared unpack the fundamentals of community, and how its lack can become fertile ground for fascism. They go on to discuss how social media, with all its potential for good, often only fans the flames of divisiveness and makes matters worse.  In part 2, the conversation continues as Karen and Jared dig deep into why social media so often leads to polarization and isolation. They explain how profit-driven algorithms “enrage to engage,” a method of driving user attention with dangerous consequences.  In part 3, Karen and Jared discuss how these consequences are illustrated through recent book bans plaguing Florida and threatening elsewhere. They conclude the conversation with an eye towards non-political solutions to local problems, fueled by community and facilitated with good technology. It’s a conversation we all need to be having while social media continues to hold a central role in our world! This is part 3!
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    Music in this episode is "El Arte del Olvido" by Anibal Seminara Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/anibal-seminara/el-arte-del-olvido License code: 5WKFRLIRQZ9MYTDK --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-time-we-talked/message
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    31 mins
  • What kind of We? (part 2 of 3 - Gas on the Fire)

    What kind of We? (part 2 of 3 - Gas on the Fire)
    Mar 1 2023
    Board secretary Karen Kosch and founder Jared Dubin discuss community, fascism, social media, and the book bans now menacing schools in Florida and elsewhere.  In part 1, Karen and Jared unpack the fundamentals of community, and how its lack can become fertile ground for fascism. They go on to discuss how social media, with all its potential for good, often only fans the flames of divisiveness and makes matters worse.  In part 2, the conversation continues as Karen and Jared dig deep into why social media so often leads to polarization and isolation. They explain how profit-driven algorithms “enrage to engage,” a method of driving user attention with dangerous consequences.  In part 3, Karen and Jared discuss how these consequences are illustrated through recent book bans plaguing Florida and threatening elsewhere. They conclude the conversation with an eye towards non-political solutions to local problems, fueled by community and facilitated with good technology. It’s a conversation we all need to be having while social media continues to hold a central role in our world! This is part 2!
    This episode features Joie de Vivre by Albert Behar and Airplane Mode by Yokonap. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/albert-behar/joie-de-vivre License code: AJCQHKOD0CXKDP1S https://uppbeat.io/t/yokonap/airplane-mode License code: C1DMLIN7TDEVZFAM
    This episode features Airplane Mode by Yokonap. Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): https://uppbeat.io/t/yokonap/airplane-mode License code: C1DMLIN7TDEVZFAM --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/its-time-we-talked/message
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    20 mins