The last show of Season One is officially in the books! In this episode, we wrap up the first season of The Upstander Ripple Effect with gratitude, reflection, and—of course—inspiration. Jackie and Kevin dig into some of the headline-making moments shaping our world, from political hypocrisy to the challenges of breaking out of our echo chambers. Together, they explore what real resistance looks like, what it means to build (not just tear down), and how upstanders can center shared humanity in times of crisis.

We also celebrate the 2025 Upstander Awards—highlighting everyday heroes like Mitch Morris, who’s bringing hope to Cincinnati’s youth and communities impacted by gun violence. Plus, hear about celebrity host Jesse Eisenberg, who made this year's Upstander Awards truly special.

Tune in for one last dose of courage and curiosity this season!

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Kevin’s award-winning commentary on Sunlite Pool https://www.cincinnati.com/story/opinion/columnists/2024/03/13/cincinnati-symphony-orchestra-coney-island-sunlite-pool-closing/72932938007/

“I study the resistance against the Nazis. Here’s what the US left can learn from it.” by Luke Berryman https://www.theguardian.com/commentisfree/2025/jun/22/democratic-resistance-trump

“Op-Ed: You Don’t Get To Burn It Down If You’ve Never Built A Damn Thing” by Eric K. Ward https://newsone.com/6203638/palestinian-israel-op-ed/

“Cognitive Dissonance in Politics: How Conflicting Beliefs Shape Political Behavior” by the NeuroLaunch editorial team https://neurolaunch.com/cognitive-dissonance-in-politics/

Read more about Upstander Award winner Mitch Morris https://www.saveouryouthcincinnati.com/

Coverage of Jesse Eisenberg’s visit to Cincinnati

https://www.wlwt.com/article/jesse-eisenberg-hosts-upstander-awards-at-humanity-center/65149012

https://www.cincinnati.com/picture-gallery/entertainment/2025/06/23/jesse-eisenberg-hosts-holocaust-humanity-center-upstander-awards-2025/84321693007/

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