PUSH The Next Generation

PUSH The Next Generation

"PUSH The Next Generation" is a podcast that bridges the gap between Gen Z and the political power brokers shaping our future. The host, Ashley Jackson, is a Gen Z trailblazer with unique insights and relationships stemming from her upbringing as the daughter of Reverend Jesse L. Jackson, Sr., and political scientist Dr. Karin L. Stanford. In each episode, she will sit with prominent political voices and influential Gen Z activists to discuss the critical issues defining the next generation.

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March 31, 2025 50 mins

In this episode, Van Jones joins PUSH The Next Generation host, Ashley Jackson, for a raw and urgent conversation about the current state of America and the road ahead. With democratic institutions under attack, Van calls for a collective reckoning—what he describes as the choice between “breakdown or breakthrough.” 

Together, Van and Ashley explore what it means to respond in a moment where honesty, self-assessment, and strategic t...

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In this dynamic episode, Liz Minnella joins PUSH The Next Generation host Ashley Jackson to reflect on the 2024 election and the fight for equity in America. From analyzing the Democratic Party’s successes and failures to dissecting Republican strategies, Liz shares sharp insights from her work as a political organizer and fundraiser. She highlights the transformative power of coalition-building, uniting women across racial lines, ...

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In this episode, Shannon Watts joins PUSH The Next Generation host, Ashley Jackson, for a post-election conversation on Gen Z’s unique position to reshape the political landscape through grassroots activism. As the founder of Moms Demand Action – the largest grassroots group fighting gun violence in the United States – Shannon reflects on the power of coalition-building to drive legislative change. Embracing her political calling t...

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In this episode, Raven Schwam-Curtis joins PUSH The Next Generation host, Ashley Jackson, to explore the evolving role of content creators in politics and media. As members of the first DNC Creator class, they discuss how Gen Z is reshaping traditional institutions and practices, with Raven highlighting the generation's power in driving political accountability. Raven also reframes voting as a strategic tool for change rather ...

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In this episode, Alexis McGill Johnson joins PUSH The Next Generation host Ashley Jackson to explore the critical roles of Planned Parenthood Federation of America and Planned Parenthood Action Fund in advocating for reproductive freedom. Johnson sheds light on how both organizations employ an intersectional framework, connecting reproductive healthcare access to racial justice, economic equity, and broader healthcare disparities. ...

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In this episode, Lexi Underwood joins PUSH The Next Generation host Ashley Jackson for a dynamic conversation at the intersection of entertainment and politics. Their discussion illuminates the power of representation and Gen Z's crucial role in political engagement, drawing inspiration from leaders like Congressman Maxwell Frost. Underwood speaks passionately about the responsibility that comes with having a platform to advoc...

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Former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr.: Gen Z Should Push for Constitutional Amendments

In this exclusive first one-on-one public conversation, former Congressman Jesse Jackson Jr. joins his sister—PUSH The Next Generation host, Ashley Jackson. They discuss his proudest accomplishments in Congress, the profound effects of his incarceration, and why pardons for debt-paid felons are essential to democracy. Jesse also shares his take on ...

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