In a world that feels colder by the day, we’re turning up the heat with a full episode devoted to radical love. From the joy of Black excellence on center stage—hello Taraji, Usher, and Victoria Monét!—to the unapologetic artistry of Kendrick Lamar and Serena Williams, we’re spotlighting the beauty that still blooms in the chaos.

But this isn’t just about feel-good moments. We’re grounding our conversation in the teachings of bell hooks, using her classic All About Love to explore how love—real love—can be a political act, a form of resistance, and a roadmap for collective healing.

And don’t miss The Love Report—our special edition of the Resistance Brief—packed with real ways to put love into motion:

THE LOVE REPORT: ACTIONS THAT CENTER LOVE AS POWER

Love is radical. It’s not just about how we care for each other—it’s about holding power to account. Loving people means fighting for the systems they deserve. So this week, show your love by taking action:

• Hold the government accountable. Demand policies that reflect justice, equity, and care. Show up, speak out, and don’t let cruelty go unchecked.
  

• Defend Black & Brown women in power. From school boards to Congress, they are under constant attack. Call out the harassment, show up for them, and let them know: We got you.
  

• Send some love to your local library. With bans, budget cuts, and hate campaigns coming their way, libraries need defenders. Send a thank-you note, donate a book, or show up for the next board meeting.
  

• Protect the lovers of justice. Support activists, educators, and organizers who are fighting the good fight. Drop a Venmo, share their work, or offer help behind the scenes.
  

• Love on your community. Host a block cleanup, a healing circle, or a joy-centered event. Radical love shows up where people need care—not where cameras are.