Épisodes

  • Bless This Messy Legislature
    Jun 20 2025

    In this episode of The Foxfire Dispatch, Gina and Liz delve into North Carolina politics, focusing on the legislative long session. They explore processes, key bills like House Bill 163 on pharmacy regulations, and their different yet aligning ways of engagement. They also discuss their personal political journeys influenced by controversial bills. Moving to broader issues, they highlight the heartbreaking story of Adriana Smith in Georgia, underscoring systemic injustices. The episode also includes a poem from Tyree Daye and encourages community engagement.

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    40 min
  • Welcome to The Foxfire Dispatch
    Jun 20 2025

    In this episode of The Foxfire Dispatch, hosts Liz Purvis and Gina Baxter dive into the unique landscape of North Carolina's political scene. They discuss the complexities and fascinating aspects of living in a purple state, share personal anecdotes from canvassing and local government, and highlight the crucial role women play in political organizing. The episode features conversations about favorite political books, dream podcast guests, and strategies to stay sane while navigating the relentless pace of political work. The hosts also emphasize the importance of community engagement and shout out to the Carolina Abortion Fund for their incredible work. This podcast is supported in part by Carolina Forward.

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    35 min
  • The Foxfire Dispatch Reacts to #NoKings Day
    Jun 20 2025

    In this debut episode of The Foxfire Dispatch podcast, hosts Gina and Liz reflect on participation in the No Kings rallies across North Carolina. They share their experiences in Hendersonville and Oxford, highlighting the importance of community engagement and the shift towards progressivism in their towns. The episode also covers the historical significance of the Stonewall riots, underscoring the importance of local activism and providing ways for listeners to get involved in their communities. The show wraps up with shoutouts to North Carolina band American Aquarium and a critique of Netflix’s new reality show, Battle Camp.

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    53 min