On the radio show this week, we start by celebrating significant policy wins for families in North Carolina, including advancements in childcare subsidies and paid parental leave, and discuss how state-level progress influences national policy. After that, we explore the challenges parents (and children) face with current digital media and delve into solutions for creating safer streaming environments for young audiences. Next, we turn our attention to a major child care victory in West Virginia and examine how bipartisan efforts led to crucial legislative successes even in a challenging political landscape. Finally, we close the show by addressing the important birthright citizenship decision and the importance of the fair treatment of immigrant families.

Special Guests

Ruth Martin & Beth Messersmith, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamásConPoder; Brenda Bisner, Kidoodle.TV, @Kidoodle.TV, @kidoodletv; Amy Jo Hutchison, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamásConPoder; Wendy Cervantes, Center for Law and Social Policy, @CLASP_DC, @clasp.org, @clasp_dc

On the radio show this week, we start out discussing how a proposed bill threatens voting rights and why it's tied to a housing bill. After that, we delve into the attacks on the First Amendment and how to protect freedom of speech. Following that segment, we highlight spectacular progressive wins happening around the country and the key lessons we can learn from them. Finally, we close the show by examining the ongoing attacks on abortion rights and their significant economic costs.

Special Guests

Eduardo Soto, Raben, @raben_us; Commissioner Anna Gomez, Federal Communications Commission (FCC), @AGomezFCC, @agomezfcc.bsky.social; Monifa Bandele, MomsRising, @MomsRising @MamásConPoder; Kate Bahn, Institute for Women's Policy Research, @iwpresearch @Lipstick_Econ

On the radio show this week, we start by highlighting impactful work engaging dads, especially around Father's Day. After that, we explore the rise of mom candidates who are stepping into leadership roles with fresh perspectives and the potential to drive change. Next, we delve into the power of mom activism, examining how mothers are organizing to make significant impacts in their communities and beyond. Finally, we close the show by discussing the critical issue of reproductive rights.

Special Guests

Ailen Arreaza, ParentsTogether; Sondra Goldschein, Campaign for a Family Friendly Economy (CFFE), @famfriendlyecon @sgoldschein, @cffe.bsky.social, @cffe_ontheground; Nathalie Demirdijan-Rivest, Civil Rights Lawyer, @natdemir; Alyssa Morrison, Lawyers for Good Government, @lawyers4goodgov.bsky.social

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.