March 11, 2024

Ep.38: Satanic Advocacy and Community Engagement - A Week in Review

In this episode, Tommy and Lilin recount a packed week of activism, community engagement, and satanic representation, discussing their latest exploits and the important role of grassroots involvement.

They talk about challenging the Texas chaplaincy program at a school board meeting and mixing it up with secular and pagan circles. This episode explores satanic advocacy, spotlighting the need to push for secularism and inclusivity in public arenas.

From taking the floor at school board meetings to mingling in community dialogues, or just being a clued-in and proactive part of your community, every bit of effort is essential in the struggle for a fairer and secular society.

In this episode, Tommy and Lilin unpack a whirlwind of activism, community engagement, and satanic representation, discussing their recent endeavors and the power of local involvement. From confronting the Texas chaplaincy programs at a recent school board meeting to engaging with secular and pagan communities, this episode explores the heart of satanic advocacy and the importance of standing up for secularism and inclusivity in public spaces.

The hosts recount their recent participation speaking at a local school board meeting convened by the CFISD school board to discuss its implementation of a school Chaplin program in their district, some community events, including a screening of the newly released documentary God and Country produced by Rob Reiner which looks at the dangers of Christian nationalism hosted by Secular Houston, and the 2024 Ostara Market & Egg Hunt hosted by the Polk County Pagan Market, illustrating the diverse ways Satanists can engage with and contribute to their communities. They discuss the importance of visibility, dialogue, and support among various faiths and no faiths, challenging misconceptions and fostering a more inclusive society.

Whether it's speaking at a school board meeting, joining community discussions, or simply being an informed and active member of your community, every effort counts in the fight for a more equitable and secular world.

Join Tommy and Lilin as they share their journey of satanic advocacy, the challenges they've faced, the victories they've celebrated, and the lessons they've learned along the way. This episode reviews the effect dedicated individuals can have on their communities and the broader fight for satanic rights and secularism.

Video link for Lilin T. Lavin speaking at the school board meeting - www.tiktok.com/t/ZPR3w51tG/

Correction from the Podcast the book was The Founding Myth: Why Christian Nationalism Is Un-American by Andrew Seidel - https://andrewlseidel.com/the-founding-myth/

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