SOAPBOX isn’t just conscious media for a culture-shifting generation—it’s a megaphone for bold truth-telling, and radical disruption.
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What We’re Not Allowed to Say Anymore by David Mark Speer
David Mark Speer exposes how governments, corporations, and platforms are controlling discourse by silencing dissent, scrubbing inconvenient truths, and drowning out reality with distraction. What we’re not allowed to say anymore might be exactly what needs to be said the most.
The Unspeakable, Shame and the Doorway to Mercy By David Mark Speer
Free speech isn’t just under threat — it’s being algorithmically erased. From book bans and social media censorship to the corporate hijack of our public discourse, this piece pulls back the curtain on what we’re no longer allowed to say, and why that silence is by design.
The Performance of Healing
We turned healing into a hashtag, and now we’re exhausted. We break down how America commodified wellness, why spiritual performance culture is burning us out, and what real healing actually looks like.
Bridging the Generation Gap and the Chasm of Language By David Mark Speer
A powerful breakdown of generational language divides, brain rot, TikTok culture, and the collapse of shared meaning in an age of digital noise and cultural drift.
Stella Chang: Turning Pain Into Art – How Creativity Becomes a Force for Healing
Artist Stella Chang transforms chronic illness into creative power, using art to explore healing, resilience, and self-transformation.
How Ivan McClellan’s “Black Rodeo” Is Reclaiming Black Power in America
Discover how Ivan McClellan’s “Black Rodeo” project reclaims Black cowboy culture in America. Through stunning photography and storytelling, McClellan amplifies resilience, power, and an untold legacy, reshaping the narrative of the American West.
Finding Your Glow: Shaolin Jazz and the Cultural Power of The Last Dragon
Discover how Shaolin Jazz transforms martial arts classics like The Last Dragon into live-scored cultural masterpieces, blending hip-hop, jazz, and soul. Explore the intersection of music, film, and legacy in this powerful fusion of art and storytelling.
Together, We Heal
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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
If you’re in emotional distress or struggling with mental health, substance use, or overwhelming life challenges, the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is here for you. Caring counselors are available 24/7 to provide free, confidential support. You are not alone — help is just a call or click away.
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The Jed Foundation (JED)
The Jed Foundation protects emotional health and works to prevent suicide among teens and young adults — a leading and preventable cause of death. Guided by a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to mental health and suicide prevention, JED partners with schools and communities nationwide to create lasting, systemic change.
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American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP)
AFSP is the nation’s leading nonprofit dedicated to saving lives and bringing hope to those affected by suicide. Through research, advocacy, education, and support for survivors, AFSP works to prevent suicide and promote a culture of openness, healing, and mental wellness.
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STOMP Out Bullying®
STOMP Out Bullying® is the leading national nonprofit focused on preventing bullying, cyberbullying, and digital abuse. It promotes civility, diversity, equity, and inclusion while supporting youth affected by racism, homophobia, and mental health challenges. Through education, peer mentoring, and national awareness campaigns, STOMP empowers students and creates safer communities for all.
