In this episode, Dani tells us why we need Artists, the devaluing of Art and the Artist in US society, and how to create societies where we can all be Artists.

They recommend reading "Aphro-ism: Essays on Pop Culture, Feminism, and Black Veganism by Two Sisters" by Aph Ko and Syl Ko for some more on the hierarchy of racial capitalism. They also recommend listen to Christopher Sebastian's talk on similar topics.

Dani briefly mentioned episode 44 of Understand Kindness, "Now Let Me Rant At You About English for a Bit." To listen to them rant about how English separates Human Animals from Nature.

And lastly, Dani recommends supporting the Winnemucca Indian Colony in Nevada. If you can make it out to defend the Colony on the 10th-12th of May 2022, reach out to them via email to make arrangements. You can learn more about the Colony via the It's Going Down episode "This is America: #158" and by following their instagram account, @neweneensokopa, where you'll find additional ways to support them.

For a glimpse into Dani's friendships, check out their other podcast, Better When Awkward, co-hosted by their childhood best friend, Jasmine!

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