"Climate change is here because of the current global systems, and that means that, eventually, the system will become obsolete. It already is when it comes to the survival of humanity. I think that ultimately people will come to see that the system doesn’t work for them. It’s never been designed to work for the masses." - Murrawah Maroochy Johnson RESOURCE: https://peoplesworld.org/article/how-an-aboriginal-woman-fought-a-coal-company-and-won/ DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operat...
Jun 18, 2024•11 min
DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operation Olive Branch: Spreadsheets + Links GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcast OR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcast OR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not in...
Jun 17, 2024•8 min
Most nations are more intent on policing the poor than the rich, when the opposite would be more effective, lucrative, and important. Tax evasion is estimated to cost Austria about one thousand times more than welfare fraud. RESOURCES : https://insidestory.org.au/the-case-for-banning-billionaires/ https://newint.org/equality/2024/what-if-we-banned-billionaires DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operation Olive Branch: Spreadsheets + Links GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.m...
Jun 14, 2024•9 min
Most nations are more intent on policing the poor than the rich, when the opposite would be more effective, lucrative, and important. Tax evasion is estimated to cost Austria about one thousand times more than welfare fraud. RESOURCES : https://insidestory.org.au/the-case-for-banning-billionaires/ https://newint.org/equality/2024/what-if-we-banned-billionaires DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operation Olive Branch: Spreadsheets + Links GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.m...
Jun 14, 2024•9 min
Riley Brooke wrote a dope ass article and I need everyone to hear it. Today we're talking capitalism, means of production, unions, exploitation, scabs, and profits. RESOURCE: https://rileybrooke.medium.com/for-beginners-what-is-capitalism-what-does-it-mean-to-be-anti-capitalist-9670e14f1122 DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operation Olive Branch: Spreadsheets + Links GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.in...
Jun 13, 2024•10 min
You cannot earn a billion dollars. You can take a billion dollars, but you can't make it. Every billionaire has built their "empire" off of the exploitation of laborers. UNFUN FACTS: Jeff Bezos could give every single one of his 876,000 employees a $105,000 bonus and he’d still be as rich as he was at the start of the pandemic. The median U.S. salary is $34,612, but even if you tripled that and saved every penny for a lifetime, you still wouldn’t accumulate anywhere close to a billion dollars. J...
Jun 12, 2024•10 min
Utopia feels far away, post-scarcity feels less so. According to wikipedia: Post-scarcity is a theoretical economic situation in which most goods can be produced in great abundance with minimal human labor needed, so that they become available to all very cheaply or even freely . [1] [2] Post-scarcity does not mean that scarcity has been eliminated for all goods and services but that all people can easily have their basic survival needs met along with some significant proportion of their desires...
Jun 11, 2024•8 min
Utopia feels far away, post-scarcity feels less so. According to wikipedia: Post-scarcity is a theoretical economic situation in which most goods can be produced in great abundance with minimal human labor needed, so that they become available to all very cheaply or even freely . [1] [2] Post-scarcity does not mean that scarcity has been eliminated for all goods and services but that all people can easily have their basic survival needs met along with some significant proportion of their desires...
Jun 11, 2024•8 min
Becoming a "deep-fake detector" was not on my 2024 bingo card, but here we are. As AI generative tech improves, we must improve at our fact-checking. RESOURCES : https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/how-detect-and-guard-against-deceptive-ai-generated-election-information https://www.brennancenter.org/our-work/research-reports/artificial-intelligence-and-election-security DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operation Olive Branch: Spreadsheets + Links GET AN OCCASIONAL...
Jun 10, 2024•9 min
"The soldier is applauded who refuses to serve in an unjust war by those who do not refuse to sustain the unjust government which makes the war." Henry David Thoreau RESOURCES: https://blogs.law.columbia.edu/uprising1313/files/2017/10/Civil-Disobedience-by-Henry-David-Thoreau.pdf and https://www.britannica.com/biography/Henry-David-Thoreau/Move-to-Walden-Pond DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operation Olive Branch: Spreadsheets + Links GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.ma...
Jun 07, 2024•11 min
Today we're talking: civil disobedience RESOURCES: https://datadetoxkit.org/en/home/ https://nonviolentpeaceforce.org/quick-resources/ https://www.amnesty.org/fr/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/ACT1074712024ENGLISH.pdf DONATE : https://www.pcrf.net/ GET INVOLVED: Operation Olive Branch: Spreadsheets + Links GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcast OR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com...
Jun 06, 2024•10 min
Anhedonia is the lack of enjoyment or pleasure and is a common symptom of depression. Today I share some of my more negative defense mechanisms and then attempt to share some healthier ones. RESOURCE 1: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/symptoms/25155-anhedonia RESOURCE 2: https://www.verywellmind.com/unsupportive-friends-and-family-1067469 RESOURCE 3: https://www.webmd.com/depression/features/depression-traps-and-pitfalls MENTAL HEALTH RESOURCE: NAMI + Mental Health America DONATE : https:/...
Jun 05, 2024•9 min
I've been dealing with depression since I was 12 and the world hasn't gotten more "fun" but that doesn't mean I'm hopeless. I'm just reminded it's time to get busier but I can't do that in good conscious without addressing a few elephants that have been in the room. CHECK OUT MY RESOURCE : https://screening.mhanational.org/content/how-can-i-be-ok-when-world-terrible/ SUPPORT MUTUAL AID IN GAZA : https://www.instagram.com/gazamutualaid/?hl=en AND https://www.instagram.com/thepcrf/?hl=en GET AN OC...
Jun 04, 2024•9 min
I feel for the kids. They have been shorted so many experiences because of the pinpointed attacks on our brains from social media companies and corporations. We need third spaces. We need community. We need belonging. RESOURCE: https://www.nytimes.com/2024/02/21/magazine/aesthetics-tiktok-teens.html https://www.editcm.com/blog/2024/1/12/offline-oasis-why-teens-need-non-digital-third-spaces GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONT...
Jun 03, 2024•9 min
Let's talk about manipulation in relationships for a few. RESOURCES: https://www.reddit.com/r/everymanshouldknow/comments/29hbtj/emsk_why_the_red_pill_will_kill_you_inside/ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pickup_artist https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Red_Pill https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manosphere GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcast OR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MY...
May 31, 2024•9 min
Manipulation to achieve a desired reaction is despicable work and it's time we talked about it. RESOURCES: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pickup_artist https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Red_Pill https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Manosphere GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcast OR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcast OR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opi...
May 30, 2024•10 min
In contemporary society, women face significant pressure to adhere to beauty standards that include practices like shaving body hair and wearing makeup. These expectations are not merely personal choices but are deeply entrenched in societal norms that equate femininity with specific, often restrictive, behaviors and appearances. When women deviate from these norms, they are frequently criticized and labeled as "masculine," underscoring the idea that femininity is a performance that requires con...
May 29, 2024•9 min
The world operates on a profit model that often thrives on human misery. From the moment we enter this world, we're bombarded with messages insinuating that our self-worth is intricately tied to material possessions, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, therapy, and a shitstorm of other products and services promising to alleviate our discontent. As author and activist Audre Lorde once said, "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare."...
May 28, 2024•9 min
The world operates on a profit model that often thrives on human misery. From the moment we enter this world, we're bombarded with messages insinuating that our self-worth is intricately tied to material possessions, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, therapy, and a shitstorm of other products and services promising to alleviate our discontent. As author and activist Audre Lorde once said, "Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare."...
May 27, 2024•9 min
invisible work—a term coined by sociologist Arlene Kaplan Daniels to describe work that goes unpaid, unacknowledged, and thus, unregulated —is often overlooked and underpaid. it is taxing to be expected to perform invisible labor day in and day out. The first step in overcoming these unregulated expectations, is to make the invisible labor visible . RESOURCE: https://time.com/charter/6317237/how-to-end-the-unfairness-of-invisible-work/ RESOURCE 2: https://synd.io/blog/invisible-labor-in-the-work...
May 24, 2024•10 min
The mental load, also known as: Invisible labor, managing a life, managing a household, cognitive work, emotional labor, scheduling, shopping lists, etc. is never ending, invisible, and boundary-less. So, we need to make a conscious choice with how we take ownership of it. Otherwise, it'll take ownership of us. RESOURCES: https://www.uclahealth.org/news/article/mental-load-what-it-and-how-manage-it#:~:text=What%20is%20mental%20load%3F,add%20to%20your%20total%20load. GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EM...
May 23, 2024•8 min
all oppression is connected. get involved and speak up. RESOURCE: https://en.wikiversity.org/wiki/Confronting_Tyranny#Responding_to_Tyrants: GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcast OR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcast OR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment ...
May 22, 2024•9 min
From Wikipedia: This digital movement functions as an online community where women engage in open discussion about navigating and envisioning a future without men. It serves as a platform for women to vent their frustrations and concerns about living in a conservative society while fostering a sense of solidarity. Additionally, the platform aims to motivate and inspire women to protest against dating, engaging in sexual relationships, getting married, and having children. Through a robust social...
May 21, 2024•9 min
The 4B movement in South Korea is a feminist initiative that emerged around 2019 and has recently gained significant attention on social media platforms like TikTok. The movement is rooted in rejecting traditional gender norms and roles that are prevalent in South Korean society, which is often criticized for its patriarchal values and systemic misogyny. The term "4B" stands for four principles: Bihon - No heterosexual marriage Bichulsan - No childbirth Biyeonae - No dating men Bisekseu - No het...
May 20, 2024•10 min
Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships and preserving one's well-being. Dr. Brené Brown, a research professor and author, emphasizes the importance of boundaries, stating, "Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others." By establishing clear boundaries, individuals can communicate their needs and expectations effectively, reducing the likelihood of resentment and conflict. One example of the importance ...
May 17, 2024•9 min
Setting boundaries is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships and preserving one's well-being. Dr. Brené Brown, a research professor and author, emphasizes the importance of boundaries, stating, "Daring to set boundaries is about having the courage to love ourselves even when we risk disappointing others." By establishing clear boundaries, individuals can communicate their needs and expectations effectively, reducing the likelihood of resentment and conflict. One example of the importance ...
May 17, 2024•9 min
Overall, while people-pleasers may not intend to manipulate others, their behavior can inadvertently perpetuate manipulative dynamics in relationships. By recognizing the underlying motives and consequences of people-pleasing behavior, we can work towards establishing healthier boundaries, fostering genuine communication, and cultivating more authentic and fulfilling relationships. GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www...
May 16, 2024•10 min
Overall, while people-pleasers may not intend to manipulate others, their behavior can inadvertently perpetuate manipulative dynamics in relationships. By recognizing the underlying motives and consequences of people-pleasing behavior, we can work towards establishing healthier boundaries, fostering genuine communication, and cultivating more authentic and fulfilling relationships. GET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.com TUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www...
May 16, 2024•10 min
In our modern society, time dictates so much of our lives, the ticking of the clock underscores our routines. There is always a sense of urgency for some sort of deadline looming over our heads, whether self-inflicted or fantastical, the fear of time passing us by is always there. We are taught to parcel out our days into tidy increments of hours, minutes, and seconds, striving to make the most of every fleeting moment, and ashamed if we don’t or can’t. However, this relentless pursuit of produc...
May 15, 2024•10 min
This is a rerelease and update of episode 21. It seems like we keep getting caught up working towards something to the point where we don't appreciate that these are the days; but this is your life. You can feel all the anxiety in the world, and it is not going to change the fact that tomorrow is still coming. And you can feel all the guilt in the world, and it does not change your past. You have to start being more intentional and mindful of the moment, the now, the present, if you want to real...
May 14, 2024•9 min
