The Purple Pawedcast

Today's episode is an honor I won't forget - Candidate for US Senate Dakarai Larriett tells his story of police brutality turned into a run for America's future.  Dakarai is a businessperson, an advocate, a police brutality survivor, and 2026 US Senate Candidate for the state of Alabama.  Our conversation floats over topics are diverse as qualified immunity, Queer representation, and how most states are purple...as they should be!

REFERENCES:
Dakarai Larriett’s Website:  https://dakarailarriett.com/
Read Dakarai’s book “Don’t Flush:”  https://a.co/d/9evLdYt
Follow Dakarai on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dakarailarriettforsenate
Follow Dakarai on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/share/12H6Wmgbj8E/?mibextid=wwXIfr
Follow Dakarai on TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@dakarai.larriett
Follow Dakarai on YouTube:  https://www.youtube.com/@dakarail

  • (00:00) - Opening credits
  • (00:37) - Show opening
  • (01:31) - Introducing Dakarai Larriett
  • (02:18) - Congress should represent America
  • (05:42) - Racial profiling leads to police brutality
  • (14:03) - Qualified immunity must go!
  • (19:29) - Service over self and country over party
  • (26:25) - Queer eye for the government
  • (33:46) - What is true representation?
  • (37:06) - Equal access to the American Dream
  • (42:17) - American Dream or carrot and stick
  • (47:37) - Red vs Blue
  • (50:34) - Inspiring generations to come
  • (54:27) - Collaboration, not competition
  • (56:50) - How to find Dakarai Larriett on the internet
  • (59:38) - Show closing
  • (01:02:13) - Closing credits
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Creators and Guests

Host
Amethysta Herrick, Ph.D.
Scientist, storyteller, and professional overthinker of all things identity. Also, I happen to be a transgender woman.

What is The Purple Pawedcast?

Welcome to The Purple Pawedcast, where we unpack the complexities of gender, identity, and what it truly means to be human—without the academic jargon (okay, maybe just a little, but only the fun kind).

Curated by Amethysta Herrick. Ph.D., this pod is where science, philosophy, and lived experience collide to challenge assumptions and spark new perspectives. Whether you’re here to explore your own identity, stay informed on the latest research, or just enjoy a deep dive into the human experience, we deliver thoughtful, engaging, and refreshingly honest discussions. No fluff. No gatekeeping. Just real conversations about who we are and how we navigate the world. Dive in, stay curious, and let’s rethink identity together.