Bonus Episode: 'Go F@&king Do Something' - Erich Mische's Call to Action

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky

Welcome to a special bonus episode of 'The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky.' In this episode, Michael Brodkorb talks with Erich Mische, a passionate nonprofit leader and political veteran known for his relentless drive and humor. Erich discusses his new book, 'Go F@&king Do Something' which is a rallying cry to move from apathy to action.

The conversation delves into Erich's journey, including floating down the Mississippi River on a homemade raft to raise awareness for families in crisis. Erich also speaks about the importance of civic engagement, social media's dangerous impact on kids and adults, and the necessity to challenge power structures.

Don't miss this insightful and inspiring discussion, which urges everyone to follow Erich's example and take action to make a difference!

• 00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
• 00:15 Meet Erich Mische: Nonprofit Leader and Author
• 01:22 Discussing 'Go F@&king Do Something'
• 03:37 The Impact of Social Media on Civic Engagement
• 05:25 Responding to Tragedy: The Shooting of Public Officials
• 09:55 Erich's Journey: From Capitol Hill to the Mississippi River
• 19:33 The Importance of Persistence and Civic Engagement
• 26:03 Empowerment and Personal Responsibility
• 27:45 Reflections on American Resilience
• 30:13 Frustration with Bureaucracy
• 32:01 Taking Action Against Bureaucracy
• 35:19 The Dangers of Social Media
• 42:07 Sustaining Passion and Making a Difference
• 47:52 Book Release Details and Final Thoughts

The Break Down with Brodkorb and Becky will return with a new episode later this week!