Welcome to Seriously?!, the podcast that dives into the baffling, the ridiculous, and the downright unbelievable political climate in red states like Louisiana. Each week we talk about all things objectionable about red state politics, the rhetoric used to justify this insane agenda, and what advocates are doing to fight back.
Hosted by Lift’s co-founders
Michelle Erenberg and Ellie Schilling
Every week, we'll dissect the latest developments, examine the impact on local communities, and shed light on the strategies and tactics employed by advocates and grassroots organizations who are working tirelessly to challenge the status quo and push for progress. From legislative battles and court cases to grassroots activism and community organizing, we'll talk about it all and we won’t always be so nice.
Tune in for new episodes every Monday wherever you listen or watch us on YouTube.
EPISODE 15
Michelle and Ellie close out the season with lawyer and advocate Morgan Lamandre, exposing the hateful rhetoric aimed at the LGBTQ+ community during debate over an anti-discrimination bill.
EPISODE 14
Michelle and Ellie continue their conversation with Representative Mandie Landry for an insider’s take on what really happened this session.
EPISODE 13
Ellie and Michelle sit down with lawyer and sexual assault survivor advocate Morgan Lamandre to reflect on the close of Louisiana’s Legislative Session.
EPISODE 12
Michelle and Ellie reveal the horror as Louisiana lawmakers reject an exception to the abortion ban for minors pregnant from rape or incest.
EPISODE 10
Michelle and Ellie break down how anti-abortion activists are working to derail a bill aimed at protecting IVF in Louisiana.
EPISODE 11
Ellie and Michelle explain the latest changes to the “Sue Everyone” bill—what’s new, what stayed, and why it matters.
EPISODE 8
Michelle and Ellie talk with DeKeitra Griffin and Dietz about the dangers of criminalizing HIV transmission in Louisiana.
EPISODE 9
Ellie and Michelle expose the real-world fallout of a bill to expand civil liability for abortion, from legal threats to jeopardized medical careers.
EPISODE 6
Michelle and guest host Melissa Flournoy speak with Frankie Robertson about systemic racism in Louisiana’s healthcare system and its toll on maternal health.
EPISODE 7
Guest Marcelle Beaulieu of Louisianabrah joins Michelle and Ellie for a much-needed laugh about the absurdity of Louisiana politics.
EPISODE 4
With Louisiana’s Legislative Session coming up, Michelle and Ellie highlight the outrageous bills being introduced.
EPISODE 5
Michelle and Ellie are joined by Louisiana Representative Delisha Boyd to break down abortion politics in the state.
EPISODE 2
Michelle and Ellie unpack the wave of anti-abortion legislation sweeping the states and the disturbing national trends.
EPISODE 3
Michelle and Ellie sit down with Kentucky reproductive rights advocate Hadley Duvall for a powerful conversation.
EPISODE 1
Check out the first episode of Season One, where Ellie and Michelle dive into the wild world of red state politics.