Blue Lift
Peggy grew up in GA and attended the University of Georgia. With an undergraduate and a masters degree in Criminal Justice Peggy is keenly interested in how politics and public safety intersect. Peggy is also an entrepreneur, small business owner, and lover of the outdoors. Peggy became focused on politics in Tennessee when the supermajority legislature began making headlines for silencing voices, enacting laws targeting underrepresented people and refusing to listen to their constituents. Join Peggy for BlueLift as whe interviews influencers and candidates in Tennessee politics with a focus on Williamson County and middle Tennessee. Find out more and follow along at www.blueliftpodcast.com Produced by Jim McCarthy and ItsYourShow.co
Episodes
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"Untangling Faith and Finances"
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In this revealing episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Amy Fritz, host of the Untangled Faith podcast, to discuss her personal journey of leaving Ramsey Solutions and exposing the problematic culture within the organization.
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The internal dynamics of Ramsey Solutions and workplace challenges
Navigating faith,...
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"Undocumented Immigrant to Immigrant Rights Advocate"
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In this powerful episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Luis Mata, Government Relations Manager at the Tennessee Immigrant and Refugee Rights Coalition (TIRRC). Luis shares his personal story of immigrating from Guadalajara, Mexico, and navigating life as an undocumented immigrant before becoming a green card ...
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"Love, Reconciliation, and Faith in Today's Divided World"
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In this powerful episode of BlueLift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Reverend Heath McClure, an Anglican priest who offers a compassionate and nuanced perspective on faith, politics, and human connection. Heath shares his journey from conservative evangelical roots to a more inclusive understanding of Christianity, dis...
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"From Republican Roots to Advocacy"
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In this powerful episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Melissa Hogan - attorney, author, and medical advocate - for an intimate conversation about personal transformation. Hogan shares her remarkable journey from deep Republican roots to becoming a progressive advocate, her experiences navigating medical trauma with her son's ...
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"Generations of Service"
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Join host Peggy Kingsbury as she sits down with Vicki Ross Bechet, a fourth-generation member of the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC), to explore the rich history and ongoing impact of this influential women's organization. Discover how GFWC has been instrumental in creating positive change, from establishing libraries and child labor laws to supp...
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"Navigating Chaos and Communication"
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In this compelling episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Matt Anderson, a communications expert and political consultant, to explore the complex political and social dynamics of Tennessee. Matt offers insights into the state's rich and challenging history, discusses the current legislative challenges, and shares strategies fo...
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"Healing, Resilience, and Self-Discovery"
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In this powerful episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with author Marianne Richmond to explore her remarkable life story of overcoming medical gaslighting, navigating complex family dynamics, and transforming personal challenges into creative inspiration. Richmond shares her experiences of living with undiagnosed seizures, s...
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"Journalism, Democracy, and Civility"
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In this compelling episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with David Plazas, Opinion and Engagement Director for the USA Today Network in Tennessee. Dive into a candid discussion about the challenges of modern journalism, the importance of civic engagement, and navigating today's complex political landscape. Plazas shares insights...
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"USAID, Global Development, and the Path Forward"
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In this powerful episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with international development expert and political candidate Maryam Abolfazli to explore critical issues facing our nation and world. Dive into an insightful conversation about:
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The vital role of USAID in global stability and humanitarian effort...
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"Navigating Anxiety in Turbulent Times"
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In this powerful episode of Blue Lift, clinical social worker Audrey Winograd joins host Peggy Kingsbury to explore the complex landscape of anxiety in today's politically charged environment. Discover practical strategies for managing stress, maintaining mental health, and finding personal peace amid societal challenges.
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"Press Freedom, Open Government, and the First Amendment"
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In this compelling episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Deborah Fisher, director of MTSU's John Seigenthaler Chair of Excellence in First Amendment Studies and executive director of the Tennessee Coalition for Open Government. Fisher provides an insider's perspective on the critical challenges facing jou...
Episode Title: “Navigating the Changes of Higher Education”
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In this episode of the Blue Lift Podcast, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with strategic communications expert Adrienne Hines to discuss the evolving landscape of higher education. They explore the complex issues facing colleges and universities, from funding challenges and policy changes to the ongoing debates around diversity, equity, and incl...
In this episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with accidental "DEMfluencer" Lindsey Patrick-Wright. Lindsey shares her journey as a former librarian and mom to a queer teen, and how she found her voice as an advocate for LGBTQ+ issues and fighting book bans.
Highlights:
Lindsey's background in advocacy, inspired by her progressive upbringing
Her viral TikTok video and appearance on national media t...
Podcast Title: “Vaccines and Preventable Diseases”
Podcast Description:
In this episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Dr. Michelle Fiscus, a board-certified pediatrician and public health advocate. They discuss the importance of vaccine-preventable diseases, the history of successful vaccine programs, and the concerning rise of anti-vaccine movements.
Highlights:
The eradication of smallpox and...
In this episode, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with Janet Shouse, the program coordinator for the IDD toolkit at the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center in Nashville. They dive deep into the center's mission, the challenges faced by families with disabled members, and the valuable resources available through the IDD toolkit and other initiatives.
Highlights:
Overview of the Vanderbilt Kennedy Center's four pillars, including ...
Podcast Episode Title: "The Toxic Legacy of the Tennessee Valley Authority"
Description:
In this episode, we delve into the compelling story behind Jared Sullivan's book "Valley So Low," which chronicles the devastating 2008 coal ash spill at the Kingston plant of the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA). Through an in-depth conversation with the author, we explore the history and purpose of the TVA, the catastrophic env...
Podcast Episode Title: "Navigating the Algorithms: Combating Misinformation and Preserving Democracy"
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In this episode of Blue Lift, host Peggy Kingsbury sits down with political analyst and writer Laura Brown to discuss the profound impact of algorithms and media bias on our political discourse. They explore how the rise of social media and targeted advertising have transformed the way information is co...
In this powerful episode, we sit down with Nancy French, an acclaimed ghostwriter and investigative journalist, to discuss her latest book "Ghosted: An American Story" and her groundbreaking investigation into the Kanakuk Christian camp in Missouri.
Highlights include:
- Nancy's personal journey from lifelong Republican to vocal critic of the party, driven by her values and experiences as a sex abuse survivor
- Her coura...
Title: Confronting Christian Nationalism
Episode 23- Pastor Dr. Kevin Riggs
Peggy sits down with Pastor Dr. Kevin Riggs, the first repeat guest on Blue Lift and the senior pastor of Franklin Community Church in Tennessee.
Pastor Dr. Riggs explains that Christian nationalism is an ideology using religious symbols to gain political support, advocating for a fusion of American civil life with a specific brand of Christia...
Title: Dangers of School Vouchers in Tennessee
Episode 22- Liv Cook
Peggy sits down with Liv Cook, head public education organizer for SOCM (Statewide Organizing for Community eMpowerment).
We primarily discuss the impact of school vouchers on Tennessee. Cook explains that SOCM, a 52-year-old organization, focuses on public education, housing rights, and community development. She argues that vouchers, despite being m...
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