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Pod Save the Youth is a political podcast, working to center the voices of young people in politics with hosts David Seaton, Delnaz Kazemi, Markus Ceniceros, and Meera Baswan. Together, our team has a mission to bridge the generational gap in political discourse. Our goal is to create a dynamic platform that explores the intersection of current events and politics, focusing on their impact on the global youth. With thoughtfully prepared discussions and insightful interviews with civic and political leaders, we aim to empower the Gen Z community, sparking conversations about pressing social and political issues. Our unique strength lies in the diverse backgrounds of our hosts, providing a rich tapestry of perspectives that distinguishes "Pod Save the Youth" from other political podcasts. Join us in cultivating a space where generational dialogue thrives, fostering a more inclusive and informed political landscape for youth.

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The Hosts

We come from various backgrounds and from all over the country, well, world. Here's bit more about us.

Markus Ceniceros

Markus Ceniceros became Arizona's youngest elected official and the youngest LGBTQ+ elected official at 18. He has worked on several campaigns and serves on local committees in his community. He is the host of the "Pod Save the Youth" podcast. He's passionate about empowering young voters and enjoys hiking and Arizona's breathtaking sunsets when not involved in politics.

David Seaton

David Seaton is a student at Tufts University, the author of the Massachusetts Empower Act, a bill to lower the voting age in municipal elections to 16, the chair Merrimack Valley Young Democrats, and one of America's Youngest DNC National Delegates. David also advises Congressman Seth Moulton and is a Civics Unplugged and DCCC Fellow.

Meera Baswan

Wellesley College student Meera Baswan co-founded The Indigenous Foundation, a global grassroots organization addressing Indigenous rights with over 50 Indigenous/POC youth. TIF, featured in CBC News and People Magazine, has reached 2 million people since 2020. Meera collaborates with Change.Org to introduce a mandatory Indigenous studies course in Canadian high schools, gaining over 10 thousand signatures.

Delnaz Kazemi

University of East London student Delnaz Kazemi, involved in politics since her early teens, led a local presidential campaign, training new volunteers. In 2022, she co-founded "Do You Know What You Know?" with a fellow Federal Reserve student board member, educating people about mis/disinformation through podcasts and events to foster a vigilant upcoming generation.

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Recent Guests

Matt Chilliak

Matt Chilliak’s career in political campaigning spans over a decade, working on campaigns at all levels of government in both the United States and Canada. He was part of the BC NDP’s razor-thin victory to government in 2017 and several campaigns for the Saskatchewan NDP, including former party leader Dr. Ryan Meili. More recently, he was the campaign manager for Congressman Seth Moulton and Director of his Serve America PAC, helping elect dozens of national service-background Democrats to the House and Senate.

Leo Xu

Leo is a Civics Fellowship Instructor and Mentor at Civics Unplugged. He brings experience from the Canadian federal public service, including previous roles at Global Affairs Canada, Canada Border Services Agency, and Elections Canada. Leo lives in Toronto, Canada.