Jennie Wetter, host of the multi-award-winning podcast RePROs Fight Back (an initiative of the Population Institute), breaks down what reproductive justice actually means, far beyond the narrow “abortion-only” framing. We dig into how the show functions as a real, strategic tool for nonprofit work: keeping people informed, spotlighting community partners, and ending every episode with clear ways to fight back.

We talk about building a podcast as a public resource, why “success” isn’t just downloads, and how to stay grounded when the issues feel like a constant fire hose. You’ll also get practical ideas for becoming a resource in your own community without burning out.

Note: The first ~15–18 minutes include a ranty current-events catch-up recorded in late July 2025. I LOVE this part (it's cathartic!) If you prefer to jump to the self-care + strategy portion, skip ahead to around minute 18.

Pick one and do it this week:

1. Wear your values: grab merch that sparks conversations (tinyurl.com/reproFBmerch).
2. Be the friend with receipts: bookmark accurate resources so you can point people to real clinics/info when needed.
3. Check your state’s grade: explore reportcards.reprofightback.com and identify one area to push on locally.
4. Support direct services: donate to or volunteer with local practical-support networks (transportation, childcare, clinic escorting, etc.).
5. Go local: show up where policy becomes real—school board meetings, city council, state reps.

Resources Mentioned:

1. Planned Parenthood
2. Chicago Women's Health Center
3. Population Institute
4. The Money with Katie Show featuring Representative Katherine Clark

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In this episode of The Creative Impostor (Creativity and Media as Resistance), Andrea Klunder talks with small business coach Leigh Cambre about building leadership capacity during a difficult sociopolitical moment. Leigh defines resistance as supporting the frontline through boundaries, balance, and structurally designed self-care, especially scheduling "two slots of blob time" each week for judgment-free spontaneity. The conversation uses the Enneagram as a practical tool for identifying over-coping patterns that replicate into business leadership, reframes "follow your passion" advice with a more sustainable "money supports choices" sequence, and explores how compassion and self-knowledge reduce "us vs. them" thinking.

Learn more at https://www.thecreativeimposter.com/155

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Is culture losing color? Are we becoming more neutral? More beige? More white? Why does it matter?

Recently PANTONE® released it's pick for 2026 Color of the Year -- Cloud Dancer, a lovely shade of... white? It left a lot of the internet feeling everything from flat to pure outrage. Why?

In this conversation with art therapist and ethnographer Isabelle Rizo, we're jumping into the commentary and taking it deeper into cultural resonance, end-of-life art making and choosing your OWN color of the year.

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Cultivate brave space, intentional community Licia Berry, Lisa Nalbone, Wendy Parman, Isabelle Rizo, Emily Stroia

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Storytelling with Data by Cole Nussbaumer Knaflic

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Yeah... I'm over it too! But we need a game plan.

As the internet erupts with extreme reactions over recent events, I am thinking about how to maintain our humanity and personal safety, while staying visible and vocal, amidst political chaos. Tune in for a grounded (I hope) discussion on how to navigate your role as a creator in turbulent times.

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What is the responsponsibility of being a content creator in these times?

How do we curate our own feeds to hear more diverse voices -- not just what the algorithms lazily serve us?

Why is it important to be selective about how, where, and with whom we share our stories?

Do not miss this convo with podcasting trailblazer (and my personal industry oracle) Elsie Escobar!

We cover:

• Elsie's journey into podcasting from teaching yoga
• Why independent creators matter now more than ever
• Industry insights from Elsie's vantage point as the Director of Community and Content at one of the most established podcast hosting companies
• Navigating emotional challenges, personal struggles, and public-facing content creation as a creator
• The role of AI in managing digital presence and legacy building
• Envisioning a diverse, inclusive future in podcasting
• The value of different generational insights in shaping the future of content creation

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How do we find the balance right now?

Between staying clear-minded, informed, and alert and... disengaging in the most humanly engaged way possible?

We need both.

So I'm offering two must-listen podcast episodes and one total theatre immersion.

1 - Congressional Dish by Jen Briney

One Big Beautiful Bill -- a Dangerous Law

One Big Beautiful Bill -- the Money

2 - The Money with Katie Show by Katie Gatti Tassin

Understanding the Big Beautiful Bill's Repercussions, with the Highest Ranking Woman in Congress

3 - The Exodus Ensemble

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The Creative Impostor - You Can't Change Congress... or CAN You? with Jen Briney

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How do you have fun and stay social these days?

How do you make new friends as an adult?

Who do you share your random passions with?

Last episode, I offered you 3 Things for Your Creative Resistance Tool Kit. One of those things was a live event called Show and Tell for Grown Ups. This week I have brought you the human behind the event, Mary Doctor of Tell Me Why It's Cool.

We are talking about…

• Shifting perspective from dead bird to grilled chicken
• Creating a welcoming social environment that doesn't center drinking or networking
• Audience participation and setting effective rules of engagement (i.e. how not to be a dick)
• Joy, fun & conversation to combat the uncertainty of the future
• Startup mentality, resilience, and what to do when it gets hard
• Inclusivity and human Connection

Plus... I may or may not have left in a brief conversation about AI in Art and Content Creation — I can't remember — I think I blocked it out!

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Sometimes the work is hard.

Or maybe the work is rewarding but the context is hard.

And we need to reset our nervous system, rediscover joy in human connection, and remember that progress is still happening even when it feels like society is tumbling backward.

What you read, watch, attend, join, share, listen to (you get the idea) MATTERS. I'm offering you 3 things that are helping me enjoy connecting with others through creative projects and seeking out inspiration to combat the overwhelming feelings in today's socio-political climate.

1 - The Queen of My Dreams - film written & directed by Fawzia Mirza

Website: https://thequeenofmydreams.com

Instagram: @thequeenofmydreamsmovie

2 - Sit Club: What to Do When It Seems Like the World's on Fire - podcast series by Davin Youngs

Website: https://www.davinyoungs.com/sit-club

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