The Dangerous Ones Podcast

• Democratic Messaging Masterclass with expert Billy Ray

  THE DANGEROUS ONES | EPISODE 12 | DEMOCRATIC MESSAGING MASTERCLASS with OSCAR-NOMINATED SCREENWRITER AND MESSAGING EXPERT BILLY RAY.   Listen to this Democratic Messaging Masterclass from Oscar-nominated screenwriter and director Billy Ray, known for his work on "The Hunger Games," "Richard Jewell," "Captain Phillips," and "The Comey Rule." We also take YOUR calls to The People's Hotline!   As an expert in Democratic messaging, Billy shares his insights on the evolution of political narratives, particularly within the Democratic party, and the challenges faced in the 2024 election cycle.   Our conversation delves into the identity crisis within the Democratic party and the need to reconnect with a broader base.   Listeners will gain valuable perspectives on crafting inclusive political messages, the impact of social media on modern campaigns, and the significance of storytelling in bridging ideological divides. Billy also shares his views on reclaiming symbols like the flag and addressing the "us vs. them" mentality that often prevails in political discourse.   Join us as we explore these critical issues with Billy Ray, offering a thoughtful examination of how Democrats can effectively communicate their ideals while fostering a more inclusive and united political landscape.     *****   ABOUT THE DANGEROUS ONES The Dangerous Ones isn't just a podcast—it's a movement. Spearheaded by veteran activists and award-winning creators, Jim & Tiffany Drastic of Eleven Films, and Nick Knudsen, executive director of DemCast USA, this weekly pro-democracy broadcast stands as a bold alternative to the typical mainstream media Sunday morning news carousel. Each episode ignites the airwaves with candid and uncensored discussions sparked by callers to their hotline, dubbed 'The People’s Hotline.' It serves as a powerful conduit for the voices of everyday Americans to sound off on how the current administration and its policies are impacting their lives and often their mental wellbeing. Jim, Tiffany, and Nick take great pride in amplifying these stories and, whenever possible, provide actionable solutions that harness the power of organizing, protesting, digital activism, and creative content creation. Beyond the Sunday morning show, The Dangerous Ones create daily viral video content that focuses on breaking political and cultural news with their unique, hard-hitting style. They also craft in-depth articles for their successful Substack, 'The Teal and Orange Report'—named after the colors of their logo. Subscribers to The Teal and Orange Report enjoy exclusive access to videos, articles, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content. Produced by their company, TDO Media, in the creative district of Portland, Oregon, The Dangerous Ones is more than a podcast—it’s America’s people-driven, pro-democracy, alternative media powerhouse.   ***** The Dangerous Ones Podcast: New episodes every Sunday, 8AM Eastern/5AM Pacific on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast apps.  The People’s Hotline: 503-212-4600 (24/7 leave msg.) The People’s Hotline email: [email protected] Website: www.thedangerousones.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@dangerousones Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dangerous-ones-podcast/id1780887933?i=1000677691714 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jIQ23X9c5j8nqXLfLbRGd?si=c8b969e275f94bef Substack: www.tealandorangereport.com   ***** SOCIAL MEDIA: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dangerousones.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dangerousones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangerousones/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dangerousones Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dangerousonespodcast X: https://x.com/DangerousOnesUS   ***** THE DANGEROUS ONES: Jim Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Tiffany Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Nick Knudsen, Host | Executive Director of DemCast USA   ***** Eleven Films: www.elevenfilms.com | Email: [email protected] Demcast USA:  www.demcast.com | Email: [email protected]   ***** #TheDangerousOnes #ThePeoplesHotline #ElevenFilms #DemCast

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• Senator Ron Wyden, In-Studio, Responds to The People's Hotline

  THE DANGEROUS ONES | EPISODE 11 | SENATOR RON WYDEN, IN-STUDIO, RESPONDS TO THE PEOPLE'S HOTLINE   In this riveting episode of "The Dangerous Ones," Senator Ron Wyden of Oregon—who has been tirelessly advocating for progressive values since 1981—joins the hosts in-studio to offer a candid look into his policy priorities and unwavering dedication to public service. From safeguarding Social Security to defending Americans’ privacy rights, Wyden’s extensive career shines through as he addresses some of the most pressing concerns of our time. What sets this conversation apart is “The People’s Hotline,” a segment where listeners call or write in with urgent questions and heartfelt stories. Senator Wyden tackles these queries head-on, illustrating how grassroots activism and proactive legislative efforts can unite to uphold democracy. Don’t miss this compelling episode that underscores the power of engaged citizenship and offers a hopeful vision for America’s future.   *****   ABOUT HE DANGEROUS ONES The Dangerous Ones isn't just a podcast—it's a movement. Spearheaded by veteran activists and award-winning creators, Jim & Tiffany Drastic of Eleven Films, and Nick Knudsen, executive director of DemCast USA, this weekly pro-democracy broadcast stands as a bold alternative to the typical mainstream media Sunday morning news carousel. Each episode ignites the airwaves with candid and uncensored discussions sparked by callers to their hotline, dubbed 'The People’s Hotline.' It serves as a powerful conduit for the voices of everyday Americans to sound off on how the current administration and its policies are impacting their lives and often their mental wellbeing. Jim, Tiffany, and Nick take great pride in amplifying these stories and, whenever possible, provide actionable solutions that harness the power of organizing, protesting, digital activism, and creative content creation. Beyond the Sunday morning show, The Dangerous Ones create daily viral video content that focuses on breaking political and cultural news with their unique, hard-hitting style. They also craft in-depth articles for their successful Substack, 'The Teal and Orange Report'—named after the colors of their logo. Subscribers to The Teal and Orange Report enjoy exclusive access to videos, articles, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content. Produced by their company, TDO Media, in the creative district of Portland, Oregon, The Dangerous Ones is more than a podcast—it’s America’s people-driven, pro-democracy, alternative media powerhouse.   ***** The Dangerous Ones Podcast: New episodes every Sunday, 8AM Eastern/5AM Pacific on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast apps.  The People’s Hotline: 503-212-4600 (24/7 leave msg.) The People’s Hotline email: [email protected] Website: www.thedangerousones.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@dangerousones Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dangerous-ones-podcast/id1780887933?i=1000677691714 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jIQ23X9c5j8nqXLfLbRGd?si=c8b969e275f94bef Substack: www.tealandorangereport.com   ***** SOCIAL MEDIA: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dangerousones.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dangerousones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangerousones/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dangerousones Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dangerousonespodcast X: https://x.com/DangerousOnesUS   ***** THE DANGEROUS ONES: Jim Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Tiffany Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Nick Knudsen, Host | Executive Director of DemCast USA Leigh Helberg, Producer:  [email protected]   ***** Eleven Films: www.elevenfilms.com | Email: [email protected] Demcast USA:  www.demcast.com | Email: [email protected]   ***** #TheDangerousOnes #ThePeoplesHotline #ElevenFilms #DemCast

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• Democratic Prepping: Surviving the GOP

    THE DANGEROUS ONES | EPISODE 10 | DEMOCRATIC PREPPING: SURVIVING THE GOP America isn’t just bracing for another election—we’re preparing for survival   As the GOP slashes safety net programs, Americans across the country are being forced to “prep” for the fallout—not from war, not from natural disaster, but from Republican cruelty. This week on The Dangerous Ones, we’re exposing what’s at stake and what Americans are doing to prepare. Because the GOP isn’t just waging a political war—they’re waging war on the vulnerable.   The People's Hotline drives the conversation as we take call about:   📞 Blue Dots in Red states - You are NOT alone. 📞 What are YOU doing to prepare for the fallout of the Republican attack on safety net programs and resources? Callers from all around America sharing their tips and tricks on what to do now that the programs built to support The People are being decimated. We tell you what to put into a "Blue Out" bag 📞  The Tesla Boycotts - What say you? 📞 A survivor of sexual assault calls in to warn us: Her abuser now works in the White House. 📞 A veteran from a family that has served since the Civil War—is beside himself at Trump’s attacks on democracy.   This is real. This is happening now.    🎙️ Listen now. Stay informed. Stay prepared. And for the love of democracy—stay dangerous.   —————————————— SURVIVOR RECOURCES   RAINN - The Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network https://www.rainn.org 1 (800) 656-HOPE   NSVRC - National Sexual Violence Resource Center https://www.nsvrc.org   Safe Helpline - Survivor resource network specially designed for members of the military  1 (877) 995-5247 https://safehelpline.org   Taking Back Ourselves -  Serving survivors of all genders  https://takingbackourselves.org The Irony of Shame article: https://takingbackourselves.org/blog/the-irony-of-shame   One in Six -  Daily anonymous group therapy available online for surviving men https://1in6.org   National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1 (800) 799-SAFE https://www.thehotline.org   ——————————————   ABOUT HE DANGEROUS ONES The Dangerous Ones isn't just a podcast—it's a movement. Spearheaded by veteran activists and award-winning creators, Jim & Tiffany Drastic of Eleven Films, and Nick Knudsen, executive director of DemCast USA, this weekly pro-democracy broadcast stands as a bold alternative to the typical mainstream media Sunday morning news carousel. Each episode ignites the airwaves with candid and uncensored discussions sparked by callers to their hotline, dubbed 'The People’s Hotline.' It serves as a powerful conduit for the voices of everyday Americans to sound off on how the current administration and its policies are impacting their lives and often their mental wellbeing. Jim, Tiffany, and Nick take great pride in amplifying these stories and, whenever possible, provide actionable solutions that harness the power of organizing, protesting, digital activism, and creative content creation. Beyond the Sunday morning show, The Dangerous Ones create daily viral video content that focuses on breaking political and cultural news with their unique, hard-hitting style. They also craft in-depth articles for their successful Substack, 'The Teal and Orange Report'—named after the colors of their logo. Subscribers to The Teal and Orange Report enjoy exclusive access to videos, articles, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content. Produced by their company, TDO Media, in the creative district of Portland, Oregon, The Dangerous Ones is more than a podcast—it’s America’s people-driven, pro-democracy, alternative media powerhouse. ***** The Dangerous Ones Podcast: new episodes every Sunday, 5am PST on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast apps.  The People’s Hotline: 503-212-4600 (24/7 leave msg.) The People’s Hotline email: [email protected] Website: www.thedangerousones.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@dangerousones Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dangerous-ones-podcast/id1780887933?i=1000677691714 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jIQ23X9c5j8nqXLfLbRGd?si=c8b969e275f94bef Substack: www.tealandorangereport.com ***** Social media: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dangerousones.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dangerousones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangerousones/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dangerousones Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dangerousonespodcast X: https://x.com/DangerousOnesUS   *****   The Dangerous Ones: Jim Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Tiffany Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Nick Knudsen, Host | Executive Director of DemCast USA Leigh Helberg, Producer:  [email protected] ***** Eleven Films: www.elevenfilms.com | Email: [email protected] Demcast USA:  www.demcast.com | Email: [email protected]   ***** #TheDangerousOnes #ThePeoplesHotline #ElevenFilms #DemCast

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• Ep. 09: The War on American Benefits

  THE DANGEROUS ONES EPISODE 09 | THE WAR on AMERICAN BENEFITS Step into the frontline of 'The War on American Benefits' in this powerful episode of 'The Dangerous Ones.' Jim Drastic and Nick Knudsen bring the urgent voices of 'The People's Hotline' to the forefront, featuring callers like Tracy from Florida, grappling with the impact of economic policies on her family, and a Oregonian saved by state healthcare. These stories, set against the backdrop of America's political and economic upheaval, paint a vivid picture of the challenges and fights facing citizens today. Each narrative offers a glimpse into the personal costs of broader socio-economic issues, making this episode a compelling call to action. Join Jim and Nick as they navigate these stories with deep empathy and sharp insight, amplifying the urgent calls for justice in a transformative era. Tune in to experience the resilience and urgency of American voices demanding change. ***** MOBILIZING RESOURCES MOBILIZE: https://www.mobilize.us/ INDIVISIBLE: https://indivisible.org/ SWING LEFT: https://swingleft.org/ 5 CALLS: https://5calls.org/ FIELD TEAM 6: https://www.fieldteam6... DEMCAST USA:  ***** ABOUT HE DANGEROUS ONES The Dangerous Ones isn't just a podcast—it's a movement. Spearheaded by veteran activists and award-winning creators, Jim & Tiffany Drastic of Eleven Films, and Nick Knudsen, executive director of DemCast USA, this weekly pro-democracy broadcast stands as a bold alternative to the typical mainstream media Sunday morning news carousel. Each episode ignites the airwaves with candid and uncensored discussions sparked by callers to their hotline, dubbed 'The People’s Hotline.' It serves as a powerful conduit for the voices of everyday Americans to sound off on how the current administration and its policies are impacting their lives and often their mental wellbeing. Jim, Tiffany, and Nick take great pride in amplifying these stories and, whenever possible, provide actionable solutions that harness the power of organizing, protesting, digital activism, and creative content creation. Beyond the Sunday morning show, The Dangerous Ones create daily viral video content that focuses on breaking political and cultural news with their unique, hard-hitting style. They also craft in-depth articles for their successful Substack, 'The Teal and Orange Report'—named after the colors of their logo. Subscribers to The Teal and Orange Report enjoy exclusive access to videos, articles, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content. Produced by their company, TDO Media, in the creative district of Portland, Oregon, The Dangerous Ones is more than a podcast—it’s America’s people-driven, pro-democracy, alternative media powerhouse. ***** The Dangerous Ones Podcast: new episodes every Sunday, 5am PST on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast apps.  The People’s Hotline: 503-212-4600 (24/7 leave msg.) The People’s Hotline email: [email protected] Website: www.thedangerousones.com YouTube:    / @dangerousones   Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple... Spotify: https://open.spotify.c... Substack: www.tealandorangereport.com ***** Social media: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profi... Threads: https://www.threads.ne... Instagram:   / dangerousones   TikTok:   / dangerousones   Facebook:   / dangerousonespodcast   X: https://x.com/Dangerou... ***** The Dangerous Ones: Jim Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Tiffany Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Nick Knudsen, Host | Executive Director of DemCast USA Leigh Helberg, Producer:  [email protected] ***** Eleven Films: www.elevenfilms.com | Email: [email protected] Demcast USA:  www.demcast.com | Email: [email protected] ***** #TheDangerousOnes #ThePeoplesHotline #ElevenFilms #DemCast

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• UNLEASHED: Trump & Musk’s CRUSADE Against Federal Workers

  THE FIGHT FOR THE REAL DC We premiere a new video from Forward Frame Media that challenges the common narrative surrounding Washington, D.C. This impactful piece highlights the stark contrast between the city’s political landscape, often criticized for its dysfunction, and the dedicated federal workers who tirelessly ensure the smooth running of everyday life for Americans. From safeguarding our food and ensuring timely social security checks to protecting workers and preventing financial scams, these civil servants are the unsung heroes of our nation. Yet, they now face extinction from Trump and DOGE who are cutting vital services.  ***** FORWARD FRAME MEDIA: Bluesky - https://bsky.app/profile/forwardframemedia.bsky.social Twitter - https://x.com/ForwardFrame Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/forwardframemedia Instagram - forwardframemedia & jessems42   ***** The Dangerous Ones isn't just a podcast—it's a movement. Spearheaded by veteran activists and award-winning creators, Jim & Tiffany Drastic of Eleven Films, and Nick Knudsen, executive director of DemCast USA, this weekly pro-democracy broadcast stands as a bold alternative to the typical mainstream media Sunday morning news carousel. Each episode ignites the airwaves with candid and uncensored discussions sparked by callers to their hotline, dubbed 'The People’s Hotline.' It serves as a powerful conduit for the voices of everyday Americans to sound off on how the current administration and its policies are impacting their lives and often their mental wellbeing. Jim, Tiffany, and Nick take great pride in amplifying these stories and, whenever possible, provide actionable solutions that harness the power of organizing, protesting, digital activism, and creative content creation. Beyond the Sunday morning show, The Dangerous Ones create daily viral video content that focuses on breaking political and cultural news with their unique, hard-hitting style. They also craft in-depth articles for their successful Substack, 'The Teal and Orange Report'—named after the colors of their logo. Subscribers to The Teal and Orange Report enjoy exclusive access to videos, articles, sneak peeks, and behind-the-scenes content. Produced by their company, TDO Media, in the creative district of Portland, Oregon, The Dangerous Ones is more than a podcast—it’s America’s people-driven, pro-democracy, alternative media powerhouse.   *****   The Dangerous Ones Podcast: new episodes every Sunday, 5am PST on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast apps.  The People’s Hotline: 503-212-4600 (24/7 leave msg.) The People’s Hotline email: [email protected] Website: www.thedangerousones.com YouTube: www.youtube.com/@dangerousones Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-dangerous-ones-podcast/id1780887933?i=1000677691714 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/2jIQ23X9c5j8nqXLfLbRGd?si=c8b969e275f94bef Substack: www.tealandorangereport.com   *****   Social media: Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/dangerousones.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@dangerousones Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dangerousones/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dangerousones Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dangerousonespodcast X: https://x.com/DangerousOnesUS   *****   The Dangerous Ones: Jim Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Tiffany Drastic, Host | Co-founder of Eleven Films Nick Knudsen, Host | Executive Director of DemCast USA Leigh Helberg, Producer:  [email protected]   ***** Eleven Films: www.elevenfilms.com | Email: [email protected] Demcast USA: www.demcast.com ***** #TheDangerousOnes #ThePeoplesHotline #ElevenFilms #DemCast

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