In this episode of The Stakes, host Brad Rourke sits down with Harvard Law professor Alan Jenkins, creator of the 1/6 graphic novel series, and Yelena Litvinov, cofounder of STROIKA, to explore how creative storytelling fuels the fight for democracy. Jenkins shares the inspiration behind the graphic novel 1/6, which reimagines a world where the January 6 insurrection succeeded, illustrating how pop culture can engage younger audiences in critical democratic dialogue. They dive into how cultural narratives mobilize grassroots resistance against authoritarianism, highlighting the subtler ways regimes use censorship to stifle dissent. With a focus on joy, local activism, and independent media, this episode delivers powerful insights into how art can build resilience and protect free speech.  

For more on the 1/6 graphic novel series, visit: https://onesixcomicsstore.com/