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#388 Seneca Scott - Progressive Ideas Are Destroying America
Manage episode 518162548 series 2491592
Zuby sits down with Seneca Scott, a former union organizer turned community advocate and political candidate. Seneca shares his upbringing and early involvement in the labor movement, his shift toward urban farming, and how burnout led him to rediscover his purpose through cooking and grassroots activism. The two discuss progressive policies, crime, and drug use and insights into the need for civic engagement, responsible leadership, and voting. Seneca reflects on political violence, societal division, and his vision for creating stronger, safer communities through honest debate and active participation.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:00) Seneca Scott's background and upbringing
(01:36) Journey into the labor movement
(02:55) Burnout and passion for cooking
(03:44) Urban farming and community building
(05:26) Political awakening and running for office
(07:28) Challenges and controversies in Oakland
(12:35) Progressive policies and their impact
(19:25) Global influences and funding
(33:19) Harm reduction and drug policies
(35:56) Rehab and harm reduction
(37:23) Housing First and illegal dumping crisis
(39:23) Police staffing and community sentiment
(40:18) The importance of voting and community engagement
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388 episodes
Manage episode 518162548 series 2491592
Zuby sits down with Seneca Scott, a former union organizer turned community advocate and political candidate. Seneca shares his upbringing and early involvement in the labor movement, his shift toward urban farming, and how burnout led him to rediscover his purpose through cooking and grassroots activism. The two discuss progressive policies, crime, and drug use and insights into the need for civic engagement, responsible leadership, and voting. Seneca reflects on political violence, societal division, and his vision for creating stronger, safer communities through honest debate and active participation.
Timestamps:
(00:00) Intro
(01:00) Seneca Scott's background and upbringing
(01:36) Journey into the labor movement
(02:55) Burnout and passion for cooking
(03:44) Urban farming and community building
(05:26) Political awakening and running for office
(07:28) Challenges and controversies in Oakland
(12:35) Progressive policies and their impact
(19:25) Global influences and funding
(33:19) Harm reduction and drug policies
(35:56) Rehab and harm reduction
(37:23) Housing First and illegal dumping crisis
(39:23) Police staffing and community sentiment
(40:18) The importance of voting and community engagement
Subscribe to the 'Real Talk With Zuby' podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify & more - https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcast
Follow Zuby:
https://realtalkwithzuby.com
https://x.com/zubymusic
https://instagram.com/zubymusic
https://facebook.com/zubymusic
Follow Seneca Scott:
https://x.com/SenecaSpeaks21
https://youtube.com/@GothamOakland
Merch, Music & Books - https://teamzuby.com
Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donations
Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands
Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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