Podcast
Organizing Chaos
Hosted by Roots to Results · EN
If democracy had a group chat, this would be it. In 20 minutes or less, we unpack current events, legislation, and organizing strategies that build real power. Smart, candid, and a little irreverent — it’s how we make sense of the mess and move the movement forward. Hosted by Roots to Results Founders Laura Miranda-Browne and Sarah Virgo and Creative Director Meg Simons.
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You call this Justice? Unpacking the Supreme Court with Rachel Sklar
Apr 3000:21:38Tap to summarizeThe Supreme Court shapes everything from our rights to our daily lives—but who is it really working for? We’re joined by Rachel Sklar to break down recent decisions, what they mean, and why “justice” doesn’t always feel so just.
Transcribe →Sleep Is Not a Luxury. It's a Strategy.
Apr 1600:23:39Tap to summarizeWe thought this was going to be a conversation about rest and self-care tips for burnt-out organizers. We were not prepared for what actually happened. Lindsay Scola (former Obama campaign advance staffer turned sleep expert) joins us to talk about why so many of us are exhausted, why our doctors aren't helping, and what we can actually do about it. Fair warning: at least three people on this recording had a personal reckoning. You might too.Learn more about Lindsay's work here: https://www.lindsayscola.com/
Transcribe →In the News: The WTF Edition
Apr 200:36:56Tap to summarizeLet’s be honest—March felt like it lasted approximately 14 years, so we’re doing an “In the News” recap to try and make sense of the ongoing fever dream that is the Trump administration.We’re breaking down some of the headlines you probably saw (and some you maybe wish you hadn’t): the Markwayne Mullin confirmation, the White House posting what can only be described as combat video game content, ICE agents showing up in airports, and Mamdani’s pothole blitz.And yes—this one runs a little longer than our usual 20 minute format. But in our defense, a lot happened. And even with the extra time, we still only got through about 20% of it.Consider this your download from the group chat.
Transcribe →Women's History Month: Heroes and Villains
Mar 2700:22:11Tap to summarizeOh look. A podcast of women talking about Women’s History Month. Groundbreaking… except this one actually is.We’re flipping the script with a game of Two Heroes and a Villain. Each of us brings two women we admire and one we’d gladly erase from history. One minute each. Round-robin style. If you loved the GTFO Awards, you already know the chaos that’s coming.
Transcribe →DON’T. SKIP. THE. PRIMARIES.
Mar 1400:21:34Tap to summarizePrimaries are often called “the election before the election” for a reason. In this episode of Organizing Chaos, we break down how primaries became such a powerful part of American politics, why turnout is usually so low, and why skipping them can shape the outcome of elections long before November. From the history of the primary system to the real-world impact on candidates and policy, we unpack why showing up early in the process matters more than most people realize.
Transcribe →Vaccines, AI, the SAVE Act — Oh My!
Feb 2600:23:15Tap to summarizeBreaking news or breaking democracy? You’ve seen them flash across your phone as a breaking news alert. You’ve seen them across your social media feeds, but what is ACTUALLY the point of some of the most salacious and scary headlines? You mean, other than to drive eyeballs and increase profits? Sometimes, sadly, it is to further an agenda as opposed to report the news accurately. During this episode we will take a look at a few recent headlines and talk about what is really behind the story. There will probably be musical theater references. Sarah has been warned.
Transcribe →What Community-Led Immigration Advocacy Looks Like Right Now
Feb 1100:21:36Tap to summarizeThis episode is a little different.Instead of our usual banter, we’re having a deeper conversation about what’s happening right now and what it means for our communities. We’re joined by our very first guest, Ana Paola Pazmiño, of Resistencia en Acción, a grassroots migrant justice organization working to educate, empower, and organize migrant communities to defend their human and civil rights.As national attention turns to recent events in Minnesota, this conversation looks beyond headlines to examine what is often missing from mainstream coverage, how systems of enforcement impact communities on the ground, and why solidarity begins at the local level. Together, we talk about community safety, organizing in moments of crisis, and what meaningful support looks like for people who want to show up for their neighbors.This conversation goes beyond our usual episode length. The full interview is available on our YouTube channel. To learn more about Resistencia en Acción or to support their work, visit https://resistenciaenaccionnj.org/
Transcribe →Grassroots vs Astroturfing
Jan 2200:20:58Tap to summarizeA love letter to real organizing; the kind that involves clipboards, phone calls, and community trust, not just hashtags and photo ops. We’ll explore how to tell the difference between authentic grassroots work and performative political theater.
Transcribe →Manifesting Greatness
Jan 900:18:15Tap to summarizeGrab your crystals (or your spreadsheets) — we’re manifesting. Instead of looking back, we’re starting this season by naming what we want from 2026. In this episode, we talk about what we’re hoping to see from our candidates, our political parties, and our friends and neighbors as we head into yet another year of organizing and pushing back against fascism. We’re manifesting clarity, courage, and communities that choose each other over cynicism — because hope isn’t naïve, it’s strategic.
Transcribe →GTFO Awards
Dec 2400:21:53Tap to summarize2025 has been a s#itshow, and we’re done. Before we look ahead to 2026, we want to give a final “don’t let the door hit you on the way out” to the things we’re leaving behind in 2025. Welcome to the "GTFO Awards"!
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