Unfinished

A Podcast at the Crossroads of Culture and Politics

Connecting culture, politics, and people to build a better tomorrow.

Unfinished is a podcast that believes the story of humanity is not yet over, as much as it may feel like it; the ending is ours to write. In each episode, we explore the many facets of culture and society, with a focus on art, entertainment, and storytelling, and connect these elements to the critical political and policy issues of today, such as rising authoritarianism, nationalism, and the spread of propaganda. Unfinished argues that these cultural elements are not separate from politics; they actively influence and are influenced by them.

Our Unique Angle

Bridging Culture and Politics

We engage a broad audience, including those who might not typically tune into political podcasts, by exploring today's culture with a political lens.

Solutions-Oriented

We don't just analyze problems; we use our skills as organizers, researchers, and problem-solvers to provide listeners with pathways for movement building and organizing.

Empowering the 99%

Unfinished aims to awaken and empower everyday people to take action against the rising tide of oligarchy and autocracy.

Urgency

We address the most pressing political issues of our time with the urgency they demand.

Expert Guests

Each episode will feature a guest whose work intersects with a specific one-word topic—from universal ideas, such as "community," "sports," or "spirituality," to politicized ones, such as “autocracy” and “propaganda,” providing unique insights and perspectives.

Meet the Hosts

Unfinished is co-hosted by Anika Manzoor and Ankur Shukla, longtime friends and collaborators with nearly thirty years of combined experience in activism and policy, alongside Alex Mills and Destineé Coburn, two dynamic Gen Z changemakers whose fresh perspectives and lived experiences ground the podcast in the realities of a new generation. Together, the four hosts blend sharp insight, humor, and heart, bridging generations to spark engaging conversations that connect culture, storytelling, and politics in ways that shape our collective future.