Best Marie Beecham Podcasts (2024)

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146. Stereotype Threat 101: How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify The Impacts of Racism 25:01

4h ago25:01

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There is a way that we are unintentionally amplifying the negative impacts of racism. Some of our most celebrated methods of antiracism are provoking a little thing called stereotype threat. Okay, so it's actually a big thing, and it's very bad news for people of color. I explain all that in the episode and reveal the surprising way we can correct …

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145. Systemic Racism 101: What It Is, How It's Often Misused, & Why It's Controversial 26:11

2d ago26:11

26:11

A clear, concise lesson on what systemic racism actually is. What is the full definition of racism? Why do I take issue with how I hear people using the term systemic racism? And how do you avoid that common mistake? I've got you covered. This is a new, updated version of one of the most popular episodes. Mentioned: Biased by Dr. Jennifer Eberhadt …

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144. Juneteenth 101 — All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You 29:47

7d ago29:47

29:47

Learn the complicated origin of Juneteenth, get informed about the best terms to use, and gain clarity on what Juneteenth means for us today. This episode is a new, update version of previous releases related to Juneteenth. Related episodes: Slavery— All the Stuff No One Ever Taught on Apple and Spotify The Forgotten Period of Unbelievable Racial P…

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143. A Comprehensive Deep-Dive on CRT — Everything You Need to Know 1:08:09

9d ago1:08:09

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I’d bet money that you don’t know as much as you think you know about critical race theory. I was surprised when I went to the original work of the scholars who created it. In this episode, we clear away the assumptions and we get right at the heart of the matter: What is critical race theory, really? And why is it so controversial? This is a new, …

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142. Intersectionality in 30 Min: How it Originated, Gained Popularity, & Has Rapidly Changed 32:34

14d ago32:34

32:34

Consider this Intersectionality 101. Learn about the origins of intersectional theory, how intersectionality gained widespread attention, what critics take issue with, and why it matters. This episode has been pulled from the archives and given a fresh twist. Related episodes: Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? It's Complicated. on Apple and S…

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141. White Allies, You Need a New Way to Think About Whiteness 30:48

16d ago30:48

30:48

White people often make sense of their racial identity by thinking of themselves as an oppressor or savior. But these flawed core beliefs don’t translate into much. To gain a better view of yourself and other white people, you need a healthier way to make sense of white identity. This episode has been pulled from the archives and given a fresh twis…

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140. My Story 43:39

22d ago43:39

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Now that we're a year and a half into this thing, I figured it's about time I revist my story and share details I never have before. I open up about my hardships, my radical transformations, my plentiful mistakes, and how I got to where I am now. Don't miss this rare, unguarded episode — it'll probably be another two years before I decide to be thi…

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139. What an Uber Lawsuit Teaches Us About Systemic Racism 28:13

24d ago28:13

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From Ubers to courtrooms to classrooms, there's a pernicious kind of racial discrimination in which a few bad apples spoil the bunch. In this episode, I'm sharing a perfect case study — one that will make it easy for you to explain what systemic racism really is and how it works. Related episodes: Systemic Racism 101 on Apple and Spotify Antiracism…

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138. A Final Word on DiAngelo — 3 Key Criticisms You Need to Know 23:05

29d ago23:05

23:05

Despite being widely criticized, White Fragility has been hugely successful. The best-selling book, which fraught with mistaken assumptions and misguided directives, epitomizes a very flawed approach to antiracism. This episode is a clear, concise explainer of three major issues — and these are critiques you'll want to hear. Related episodes: Every…

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137. Unpacking Robin DiAngelo's Most Problematic Teaching (PT 2) 45:48

1M ago45:48

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Robin DiAngelo's rationale is littered with issues, but this episode is devoted to one error in particular — a teaching that I followed until it just about ran me into the ground. A teaching that too many of us have adopted. Related episodes: Systemic Racism 101 on Apple and Spotify Microaggressions in 15 Minutes on Apple and Spotify Referenced: Ni…

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136. I Read Robin DiAngelo's (Other) Book. I Don't Know How I Feel About It. 28:53

1M ago28:53

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When it comes to DiAngelo's approach to antiracism, I have some weighty grievances. Concerns, if you will. Let's talk about them. Related episodes: Identity Politics... It’s Complicated on Apple & Spotify Exposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile on Apple & Spotify White Allies, You Need to Change How You Think About Whiteness on Apple & Spotify Refer…

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135. Misogynoir 101: The 3 Things You Need to Know 19:17

1M ago19:17

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Let's turn our attention to misogynoir, the unique struggle of Black women. Related episodes: Intersectionality in 30 Min: How it Originated, Gained Popularity, & Has Rapidly Changed on Apple & Spotify Sources: Demarginalizing the Intersections of Race and Sex by Kimberle Crenshaw PBS, "Not All Women Gained the Vote in 1920" NPR, "The Root: How Rac…

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134. How to Actually be Antiracist 20:56

1M ago20:56

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I have good news and bad news. I'll start with the bad news: The desire to be thought of as antiracist doesn't actually make you antiracist. If only! The good news: If you do want to be antiracist, there's a clear and attainable threshold that you can meet, and it's probably not what you think. Related episodes: Ep. 1, sharing my story on Apple & S…

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133. Responding to Criticism You Sent In (Like Fan Mail, But With A Twist!) 33:35

2M ago33:35

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I'm feeling brave enough to address criticism I've received in response to previous episodes. Since I talk a big game about facing conflict and disagreement, I figured it's time to practice what I preach. So, buckle up. My critics make some good points. Related episodes: Why I'm Not Worried About Book Bans on Apple & Spotify Learn Critical Race The…

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132. A Foolproof Way to Respond to Racist Jokes 19:40

2M ago19:40

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When I hear something that's obviously racist, it's always a joke. They get to the punchline. I don't laugh— I never do. Turns out, it's actually pretty easy (and really important) to burst the bubble. Related episodes: White Allies, Don’t Leave the Antiracism Work to People of Color on Apple & Spotify Most White People Are Only Friends With White …

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131. The Mixed Message That's Confusing White Allies 20:00

2M ago20:00

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Should white people be vocal antiracists ("Silence is violence") or just center people of color and step aside ("Don't steal the mic")? The mixed messages are confusing. Let's shed some light on white people's role in antiracism. Related episodes: White People, You Need to Ditch White Guilt on Apple & Spotify You Need to Change How You Think About …

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130. Why I'm Not Worried About Book Bans 27:01

2M ago27:01

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Like you, I've been petrified by the headlines that race-related books are being banned from schools and libraries across the country. But I have some surprisingly good news. Listen in to learn about the current state of race-related books in libraries. Related episodes: The Intellectual Rivalry of the Century on Apple & Spotify How Each Kind of An…

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129. Why Conservatives (And Liberals) Are Convinced They're Not Racist 27:31

2M ago27:31

27:31

Conservatives say that liberals are the real racists. Liberals say that conservatives couldn't be more wrong. Who's right? Who's not? Who's delusional? Who's ready to dive into the heated debate? Related episodes: Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? on Apple and Spotify The Racism The Least Racist People Are Most Guilty Of on Apple & Spotify Ev…

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128. The Basics of CRT— All The Stuff You Need to Know 20:23

2M ago20:23

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There's so much confusion surrounding what critical race theory is and what it isn't. Critical race theory is misrepresented by those who oppose it and misunderstood by those who embrace it. In this episode, I clear away that confusion so you can confidently answer the question: What is critical race theory, really? Related episodes: CRT's Most Lov…

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127. Q&A - What Counts As Cultural Appropriation? Virtue Signaling? Systemic Racism? 24:10

2M ago24:10

24:10

In this episode, I'm answering questions I've received from all of you! We cover a bunch of important topics: How do I really focus on combatting systemic racism? Am I guilty of cultural appropriation without even realizing it? I know we should engage in tough disagreements, but where do we draw the line? Listen up and learn a whole lot. Related ep…

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126. Tone Policing 101: Learn the Full Definition, How It’s Often Misused, & Why It’s Controversial 33:04

2M ago33:04

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What actually counts as tone policing? You might not really know - it's a terribly misunderstood concept. That's why we need to set the record straight. In this episode, you'll learn what tone policing is, what it isn't, why it matters, and why it's so controversial. Related episodes: Tone Policing on Apple & Spotify Microaggressions in 15 Minutes …

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125. White Privilege 101: The Term's Origin & Real Meaning [Fast Facts] 10:19

2M ago10:19

10:19

In this quick episode, you'll learn about the surprising origins of the term white privilege, how even the most well-meaning people get it wrong, and how we should describe privilege to skeptics. Related episodes: White People, You Need to Ditch White Guilt on Apple & Spotify We're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & Spotify To support Marie and…

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124. The Racism That The Least Racist People Are Most Guilty Of [NEW] 25:53

3M ago25:53

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The group of people most passionate about racism are as guilty as anyone. On the whole, progressives are heading down a wayward path— generalizing, stereotyping, discriminating— and don't even know it. We need to unpack how "antiracism" can get really racist so you can know how to avoid the major missteps. Related episodes: 46. The Racism the Least…

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123. Is Identity Politics Really a Thing? It's Complicated. 19:35

3M ago19:35

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If you've got questions about "identity politics," well, I do too. In this episode, I'm spilling all of my honest thoughts because here's some serious baggage we need to unpack. Related episodes: Intersectionality in 30 Min on Apple & Spotify The All-Important Debate: Individual Vs. Group Identity on Apple & Spotify To support Marie and get exclusi…

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122. White People, You Need to Ditch White Guilt 31:17

3M ago31:17

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You're tired of it. I'm tired of it. Good-for-nothing white guilt has got to go. Related episodes: On Intersectionality, Breaking Down Collective vs Indiviudual Identity Apple & Spotify Debunking Implicit Racial Bias on Apple and Spotify To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI se…

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121. Are Safe Spaces Present Day Segregation? 39:16

3M ago39:16

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Recently, more and more schools and companies have been in hot water for trying to create "safe spaces." The issue? In certain cases, these DEI developments are considered legal discrimination. Learn why this is & what to make of all of this. Related episodes: What Makes Safe Spaces Controversial on Apple & Spotify Exposing the Lies That Make Us Fr…

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120. Q&A - Honest Thoughts on Malcolm X, Reverse Racism, Being Called Woke, and More... 26:33

3M ago26:33

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I'm answering more of your burning questions! Can racism ever work in reverse? What's wrong with the whole "racism = prejudice + power" definition? What are my honest thoughts on Malcolm X? How should we feel about the term 'woke'? What should we teach kids about microaggressions? I hope you're ready for more of my hot takes. Related episodes: Micr…

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119. Q&A - Is Interracial Adoption OK? Is Supporting Police Offensive? And More... 30:27

3M ago30:27

30:27

In this episode, I decided to answer questions I've received from all of you! We wade into a whole lot of big topics: Is showing support for police offensive to Black people? How do I know if I'm whitesplaining? What's with the term 'racialized' and when should I be using it? Is it okay for white people to adopt children of color? Listen up and lea…

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118. When White Antiracists Split Off From People of Color, Pt. 2 18:54

3M ago18:54

18:54

White liberals now have much more "progressive" stances on issues of race than people of color themselves, and that's not a good thing. In this episode, we pull back the curtain: liberals are overestimating racism's reach and that's actually a huge problem. We talk through what liberals tend to get wrong and how to make it right. Related episodes: …

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117. When White Antiracists Split Off From People of Color 30:27

3M ago30:27

30:27

In society, more and more things are being deemed racist or problematic. White liberals are leading the charge. The problem? Their views are only getting further from the perspective of people of color. As a matter of fact, white liberals now have much more "progressive" stances on issues of race than people of color themselves, and that's not a go…

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116. Wait, Why Are Liberals Opposed to Interracial Marriage? 29:59

4M ago29:59

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A lot of people are opposed to interracial relationships. My primary concern is how come liberals have arrived at this conclusion, and it's probably not for the reasons you think. I'll unpack the core beliefs that have led some progressives to oppose interracial marriage - beliefs you probably share, in part. Beliefs we all need to examine and reev…

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115. We're Getting Unconscious Bias Really Wrong 23:00

4M ago23:00

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Unconscious racial bias is shrouded in mystery and misunderstanding. Learn what unconscious bias really is, and more importantly, what it isn't. Only when the misconceptions are cleared away can you really know how to do something about it. Related episodes: 91. A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test on Apple and Spotify 92. Everyone’s Wrong …

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114. Antiracism 101: The 3 Basic Ideas You Need to Know 31:56

4M ago31:56

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In this explainer, we're addressing the most relevant issues and breaking down the cultural debate. What's the concensus within social justice movement? What's the dominant view of everybody else? And where do you land? Mentioned episodes: 68. CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & Spotify 92. Everyone’s Wrong About Implicit Racial Bias on Ap…

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113. How the Black Power Movement Has Carried into the Present Day 47:19

4M ago47:19

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Starting with the Black Panthers and working our way to the present, we're getting a crash course on Black American history, decade by decade. When it comes to the Black Panthers and the Black Power movement, myths and misconceptions abound. In this episode, we set the record straight. Learn what they really stood for, what truths get distorted, an…

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112. The Full Story of Malcolm X's Tragic, Triumphant Life– In His Own Words 1:05:23

4M ago1:05:23

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Until his dying day, Malcolm X was writing his detailed (17 hour) autobiography– and every shocking twist and turn is distilled down into this episode. This will be the most informative, thought-provoking hour of your whole week. Learn the story of his younger years, his crimes, his prison time, his radical beliefs, his late-in-life departure from …

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111. Setting The Record Straight on the Civil Rights Era 36:35

4M ago36:35

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You may think you get the gist of the Civil Rights Era, but you don't even know what you don't know. In this episode, I'll lay out all of the major happenings at the peak of the movement, explaining how they changed history. Related episodes: 100. 7 Things You Need to Know About Martin Luther King Jr. on Apple and Spotify 102. Is Race Real or Not? …

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110. Rosa Parks & Our Collective Ignorance: Why "She Wasn't the First" is Misguided 30:46

4M ago30:46

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Rosa Parks' story keeps getting mucked up - especially in recent years. From emphasizing that she "wasn't the first" Black woman to do this to characterizing her as a tired woman who didn't feel like standing, she hasn't gotten her flowers. Related episodes: 7 Things You Need to Know About Dr. King on Apple and Spotify Slavery— All the Stuff No One…

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109. The Lesser-Known Events that Birthed the Civil Rights Era 35:58

4M ago35:58

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Sandwiched between the better-known periods of history, we have a lesser-known set of events that served as the catalyst for the Civil Rights Movement. There are four major happenings that define the 1900s - 1950s. In this episode, we'll uncover them all. Your listen next list: The Intellectual Rivalry of the Century: Washington vs. Du Bois, BHM Bi…

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108. The Intellectual Rivalry of the Century: Washington vs. Du Bois, BHM Biopic 35:35

4M ago35:35

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Just on the heels of slavery, two Black intellectuals rose to national fame. With opposing ideas about Black progress, they ushered in an ideological rivalry that has raged on for generations. Long before MLK vs Malcolm X or LeBron vs Jordan, there was Booker T. Washington versus W.E.B. Du Bois. The debate that they started (about the best route fo…

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107. The Forgotten Period of Unbelievable Racial Progress: Reconstruction 34:51

5M ago34:51

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Many people don't know that the civil rights being fought for in the 1960s were actually a reality a century earlier, in the 1860s, for a few short years. Immediately after slavery, Black Americans saw integrated schooling, Black officials elected to office, and social and economic advancement. However, all of this progress was met with such fury, …

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106. The Escaped Slave Who Ended Slavery: Frederick Douglass 30:16

5M ago30:16

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Frederick Douglass, the former slave who escaped, bought his freedom, and went on to change the course of history. Douglass played a pivotal role in making the Emancipation Proclamation a reality, bringing about the Union victory in the civil war, and bringing down the institution of slavery for good. This is the second episode of the Black History…

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105. Slavery — All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You, for Black History Month 27:36

5M ago27:36

27:36

Myths and misconceptions abound. If you're relying on what you learned over a decade ago in school, you probably don't have your facts straight about slavery— how it began, grew, and changed over time. As we walk through five big ideas, you'll learn the major milestones spanning over 200 foundational years in US history. Your listen next list: June…

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104. It's Not Rude to Say Black, And Other Essential Learning for Black History Month 27:25

5M ago27:25

27:25

We've all heard the awkward, "He's Bl- umm... African American." But it is it actually rude to say Black? In this episode, I explain the surprising reasons why it may actually be more rude to avoid saying Black. Your listen next list: Is It Racially Insensitive or Racist? Apathy or Hate? on Apple & Spotify A Teachable Moment for White Allies: Learn…

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103. How Each Kind of Antiracism Fails— Unpacking The Major Flaws 21:35

5M ago21:35

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What's wrong with how we view race? Well, on both sides of the partisan divide, how we view race can perpetuate racism. Totally embracing race ("Race is an important part of who you are") comes with serious consequences for people of color, and so does totally rejecting race ("Let's just not see color"). Full-transparency: no matter which side you'…

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102. Should We Embrace Race or Move Past It? It's Complicated. 31:16

5M ago31:16

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If racial categories were created for purposes of oppression, then why keep it? Shouldn’t we get rid of this thing? That's what a lot of people are asking. You're going to need to know where you stand: embrace race or reject race? I'll be honest - there are strengths and weaknesses on both sides of this debate. In this episode, I break it all down …

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101. Is Race Real or Not? According to the Experts, It's Complicated. 21:44

5M ago21:44

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To understand the concept of race, there are 3 essential facts (unanimously agreed upon by experts) that you need to know, and in this episode, you'll learn them all. We unpack what race is, what race isn't, and whether race is real or not. Because before we can form opinions about antiracism, we need to get our facts straight about race. Your list…

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100. 7 Things You Need to Know About Dr. King, In Honor of MLK Day 26:09

5M ago26:09

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Did you know MLK was mentored by Ghandi? Did you know that he was very controversial within the Black community? Or that he turned people away from his demonstrations if they weren't committed enough to nonviolence? What about his denunciation of the Black Power movement and personal thoughts on Malcolm X? There's a lot to learn about MLK that they…

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99. 5 Common Terms You're Using Incorrectly, Explained in Just 10 Min 10:31

5M ago10:31

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A clear, concise run-through of the dos and don'ts of common terms related to race. We're focusing on terms (like minority, BIPOC, microaggression, and more) that are misused, controversial, and/ or misunderstood. Your listen next list: Microaggressions in 15 Minutes on Apple and Spotify Systemic Racism 101 on Apple and Spotify (The Original, Exten…

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98. A Final Word on Tokenism: Personal & Practical Guidance 19:23

6M ago19:23

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In this episode, I share about my experience in predominantly-white environments and navigate the murky waters of tokenism, this time, from a very different angle. Your listen next list: How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & Spotify CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & Spotify How to Cure Racism's Psycholo…

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97. Tokenism 101: The Full Definition, How It's Often Misunderstood, & Why It's Controversial 31:01

6M ago31:01

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A clear, concise lesson on what tokenism really is. What actually counts as tokenism? How can you spot tokenism in all of its different forms? Why do I take issue with how many people define and identify tokenism? In this deep dive, I cover all of the bases. Your listen next list: A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test on Apple and Spotify So…

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