A podcast for Black parents seeking liberation in their homes hosted by Trina Greene Brown.
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Episode 77: Strong African American Families
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In this podcast episode, Trina Greene is joined by Marinne Nolen, Fenella Williams, paradyse oakley to discuss the impact of the Strong African American Families Program (SAAF) curriculum on Black Families and themselves. They discuss ways to approach healthy communication, healing intergenerational parenting wounds, and more! Learn more about the …
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Tune in as Trina Greene & gina Breedlove dive into the transformative power of sound healing and the journey of healing from your past. Join them as they explore topics like soul retrieval and the crucial role of self-care in the healing process. Get ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment as they share insights, stories, and…
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Episode 75: “Make Revolution Irresistible: The Collective Power of Black Imagination and Innovation”
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Toni Cade Bambara adamantly noted that "as a culture worker who belongs to an oppressed people, my job is to make revolution irresistible”. This panel discussion takes up this invitation to name what it means to make revolution irresistible and possible within the Black community. Our panelists, TaVia Wooley, Dr. Natalie Graham, Marc Philpart, and …
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Episode 74: Authentic & Audacious: Embodiment of Black Aesthetics (Black Book Chat)
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On this episode, Trina speaks with author Rebecca Walker a student-organized event at California State University Fullerton. Rebecca Walker has contributed to the global conversation about race, gender, power, and the evolution of the human family for three decades. Since graduating from Yale, she has authored and edited seven bestselling books on …
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Episode 73: Elevating Solutions and Impacts in the Black Community (Let’s End Domestic Violence Podcast)
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On this episode, Trina is an invited guest on a special live episode of the Let's End Domestic Violence podcast to discuss the impacts of domestic violence in the Black community and the policies needed to prevent it. Also participating in the conversation are Kelli Dillon (City of Oakland, Office of Violence Prevention), Eric Morrison-Smith (Allia…
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Episode 72: Countering The Expectation of Exhaustion for Black Mothers
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On this episode, Trina speaks with Naimah Efia, a holistic health practitioner, and healer within the ancient-future traditions of the African diaspora. Within a commitment to self-determined healing for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), Naimah activates transformation through politicized, decolonial care. They also teach yoga, offer i…
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Episode 71: Empowering Ourselves and Our Children
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On this episode, Trina speaks with Dr. Raquel Martin, an experienced licensed clinical psychologist, devoted university professor, acclaimed researcher and scientist who believes deeply in the power of Black mental wealth which she defines as “an affirming, lifelong journey that encourages Black people to center mental health practices as integral …
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Episode 70: Intentioned: Parenting Ourselves and Our Kids (From Embodied Podcast)
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On this episode, Trina is an invited guest on the Embodied podcast to discuss Gentle Parenting along with content creator Destiny Bennett and guest host Omisade Burney-Scott. Listen as Trina outlines her parenting evolution and breaks down how she creates consequences without using punishment. Resources: www.wunc.org/podcast/embodied-podcast/2023-0…
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Episode 69: Redefining Black Fatherhood with DeAntwann “DJ” Johnson
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In this episode, Trina speaks with DeAntwann “DJ” Johnson, a husband, father, author, mentor, coach, counselor, and sports statistician, 3x champion body builder. He grew up in the Indiana foster care system and yet despite that, has gone on to lead a successful, and fulfilling life. Before spending nine years in the foster care system, DJ suffered…
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Episode 68: Centering Joy in Black Motherhood with Tanya Nixon-Silberg
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On this episode, Trina speaks with Tanya Nixon-Silberg, founder of Little Uprisings, an organization focused on centering artivism, racial justice, and liberation with kids. Her primary artistic identities lie in puppetry and storytelling and her work moves through the lens of liberation in Black identities focusing on body remembrances of childhoo…
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Episode 67: Addressing Disparities in Black Maternal Healthcare with Shamiesha Ebhotemen
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On this episode, Trina speaks with Shamiesha Ebhotemen, Founder and Executive Director of HERstory Inc, an organization that is comprised of Doulas, Nurses, Lactation Consultants, Midwives, Pediatric Nurse Practitioners, Women’s Health Nurse Practitioners, Therapists, and Social Workers who provide maternal and family health education and birthing …
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Episode 66: Supporting Breastfeeding in Black Families with Lydia O. Boyd
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On this episode, Trina speaks with professional lactation consultant Lydia O. Boyd. Lydia is an experienced breastfeeding mother who specializes in supporting families who are expecting or currently breastfeeding. She holds multiple certifications, including International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Certified Blactation Educator-Expert, C…
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Episode 65 (Part 4): Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini Series - Nature Time
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For part 4 of the Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini Series, Trina speaks with Ashley Karell to discuss her innovation, Nature Time. Ashley Karell is an Oakland based lover of music, being in the water, and being a mother to her 13-year-old child. Ashley has been teaching young children in a variety of indoor and outdoor learning environments for ove…
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Episode 65 (Part 3): Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini Series -The Dandelion Project
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For part 3 of the Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini Series, Trina speaks with Barbara Lawson to discuss her innovation, The Dandelion Project. Barbara is a self-taught artist and gardener as well as founder of the healing plant nursery, Meet Me In the Dirt. She believes that creativity combined with connection to self first, then others, will pave t…
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Episode 65 (Part 2): Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini Series - The Me Bank
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For part 2 of the Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini Series, Trina speaks with Nadirah Adeye and discusses her innovation, The Me Bank. Nadirah is a mother, writer, storyteller, funny bone tweaker and committed devotee of conscious parenting and partnership. She has worked and served in conscious and spiritual organizations throughout the California …
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Episode 65 (Part 1): Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini-Series - Black Innovation Panel
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This is part one of the Parenting For Liberation Black Parent Innovation Lab Mini-Series. In this episode, Trina discusses P4L's Black Parent Innovation Lab and their work to provide funding and wraparound support to parents who are driving solutions to critical issues impacting Black families in their own communities. As part of their wrap-up and …
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Episode 64: Healing Trauma for Ourselves and Our Children with Kwamane Harris
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On this episode, Trina speaks with author and life coach Kwamane Harris about addressing our intergenerational trauma and the necessity of our healing journey as parents in order to empower our children and future generations while we continue to fight against oppression in our communities. Kwamane is an advocate for youth and families. He recently…
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Episode 63: Achieving Racial Equity in Schools with Dr. Decoteau J. Irby
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On this episode, Trina speaks with Dr. Decoteau Irby and discusses what it means to achieve racial equity in schools and how parents can support their children and support themselves as they advocate for their children. Decoteau’s life work focuses on creating and sustaining organizations that contribute to Black people’s self-determined well-being…
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Episode 62: Understanding Non-Violent Parenting with Krischa Esquivel
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On this episode, Trina speaks with author and non-violent parenting educator Krischa Esquivel. Krischa Esquivel has worked in the field of early education for 25 years in a variety of capacities, including training and technical assistance, curriculum development, safe environments for early education settings, and various state and federal grants.…
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Episode 61: Teen Liberation Conversations with Terrence Hayes Jr.
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On this episode, Trina has an open conversation with her son, Terrence Hayes Jr., about his experience growing up as a child with a fearful mother, navigating high-alert situations at school, and figuring out how to strike a balance between having what's needed to survive while being able to have the space to live and be free. Terrence is a 13-year…
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Episode 60: Homeschooling for Black Families with Nichelle Nelson
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On this episode, Trina speaks with Nichelle Nelson founder of Warp & Weft History, which offers virtual history and government classes for homeschooled teens. Nichelle Nelson is a veteran homeschool mom with 25 years of experience. She and her husband successfully homeschooled three of their children from birth to Baylor University and beyond. Nich…
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Episode 59: Boundaries are Blessings, Not Barriers with Nia Eubanks-Dixon
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On this episode of Parenting for Liberation, Trina speaks with Nia Eubanks-Dixon, the founder and creator of Creative Praxis, an art-based, healing-centered, training organization for youth, educators, and community members working towards liberation. Nia is a therapeutic restorative community artist, international trainer, and mother of two. It’s …
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Episode 58: Empowering Queer Black Families with Mia Cooley
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On this episode of Parenting for Liberation, Trina speaks with Mia Cooley, founder of xHood, about Black Queer Parent Empowerment, what that means, and how we as a community can support our LGBTQ+ families in our community. xHood is the first community group and organization created in service of Black queer family building and nurturing journeys. …
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Episode 57: Deepening Our Understanding of Black Fatherhood with Dr. Khalid White
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In honor of Father’s Day, Trina speaks with Dr. Khalid White, educator, filmmaker, and author of the book Black Fatherhood: Trials & Tribulations, Testimony & Triumph. He completed his undergrad studies in Sociology at Morehouse College and then went on to pursue his degrees in Education and African American studies at Harvard University and UC, Da…
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Episode 56: Ring the Alarm: The Epidemic Black Youth Suicide with Dr. Rhonda Boyd
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There is a current epidemic of Black children dying by suicide. Suicide attempts rose by 73% between 1991-2017 for Black adolescents. The suicide rate among those younger than 13 years is approximately 2 times higher for black children compared with White children. These numbers are shocking but what do they reveal about the current mental health o…
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Episode 55: Supporting Our Neurodivergent Children with Natasha Nelson
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Trina speaks with Natasha Nelson, a Certified Positive Discipline Educator (CPDE) and stay-at-home mother to two autistic Black girls, about positive discipline and how we can best support our neurodivergent children. The mission of Supernova Momma is to help Black and Neurodiverse people break generational curses from systemic racism and ableism. …
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Episode 54: Let's Talk About Sex...Again! with Brittany Brathwaite
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Trina speaks with sex educator and reproductive justice activist Brittany Braithwaite to discuss how parents can talk to their kids about sex, bodily autonomy, and going beyond consent. They also discuss the latest threats to reproductive justice and how it impacts Black families. Resources Discussed: www.kimbritive.com www.amaze.org www.scarleteen…
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Episode 53: Raising Black Futures with Ashley Aaron
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As we reflect on this year's Black History Month theme of "Raising Black Futures," we explore the ways we can continue to embody liberation beyond the month of February. In this episode, Trina chats with Ashley Aaron, Director of Community Arts at Museum of Children's Art, about how we can empower our children to be their most liberated selves thro…
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Episode 52: Domestic Violence in Black Families with Kandee Lewis
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As we close out Domestic Violence Awareness Month, we speak with long-time friend and partner, Kandee Lewis, to discuss domestic violence in the Black community. Some topics we discuss are: DV in Black families (stats, rates) and the context of racism and systemic inequality that contribute to intimate partner violence Impacts of COVID and surge in…
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Episode 51: "The ABCs of HBCUs" with Claudia Walker
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Trina Greene Brown talks with Claudia Walker, author of The ABCs of HBCUs, about the legacy and impact of Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The ABCs of HBCUs takes readers on a front-row, all-inclusive tour of Historically Black Colleges & Universities. The first ABC board book dedicated to HBCUs, children quickly recognize that "A" isn…
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Episode 50: Reclaiming Our Stories - "We are Bridges" with Cassandra Lane
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In this episode, we interview Cassandra Lane, author of "We Are Bridges" (Feminist Press), winner of the Louise Meriwether First Book Prize and Editor-in-Chief of L.A. Parent magazine. We discuss her writings and reflect on the power of reclaiming and retelling of our legacies as Black folks. And when so much of our generational history has been lo…
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Episode 49: Honoring Black Mothers of the Movement
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This Women's History Month, P4L honors the radical power of Black mothers with Anna Malaika Tubbs author of The Three Mothers which celebrates Black motherhood by telling the story of the women who raised and shaped three of America’s most pivotal heroes: Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin. Keep up with Anna, IG: @annastea_honest…
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On the heels of Black History Month and Valentines Day, entering upon Women's History Month, this episode honors Black Women and Self-Love. Harkening Audre Lorde's commitment to self-love and self-care who said, “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation, and that is an act of political warfare,” I join a couple of girlfrien…
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Episode 47: Continued Convos on Consent with Ignacio Rivera
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Enjoy quick convo with Ignacio Rivera (guest of our episode #19 "Let's Talk About Sex") as we returned to discuss consent. Trina shares some new experiences raising a tween around dating, relationships, and consent. This snippet is part of a longer that Trina and Ignacio will have about pop-culture and sexual liberation, on Ignacio's Connecting the…
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Episode 46: Unschooling with "My Reflection Matters Village"
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In this episode, we talk with Chemay Morales-James about all things unschooling! We discuss what self-directed education looks like, the power of learning in a village and how to best support our children in their learning and liberation. Learn more about the virtual learning village at “My Reflection Matters”. Chemay is a social liberation & equit…
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Episode 45: Election Special: Liberation on the Ballot
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In this special election episode, we talk with George Turner Jr., lawyer, public defender, and father. We brought George on as an expert on criminal justice to explore key questions and issues facing Black families in this historic election. • Why voting is important right now for Black families-- what’s at stake? • How voting is a liberatory pract…
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Episode 44: Election Special: Liberation on the Ballot
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In this special election episode, we talk with Clarissa Doutherd, Director of Parent Voices Oakland, We explore key questions and issues facing Black families in this historic election. • Why voting is important right now for Black families-- what’s at stake? • How voting is a liberatory practice? • Highlighting any important ballot measures/props …
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In this episode, we talk to Loira Limbal, Afro-Latinx filmmaker & DJ, about her feature documentary “Through the Night" about a 24 hour daycare center. We talk about the beautiful ways that Black and Brown mothers and caregivers support each other and the current challenges facing working class mothers and caregivers during the pandemic. We also re…
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Conversation with Yolanda Williams of Parenting Decolonized podcast on the connections between conscious parenting, decolonized parenting, and liberated parenting. Learn more at parentingdecolonized.com
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Episode 41: Interview with Fierce Womxn Writing
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Trina is interviewed by Sara Gallagher of Fierce Womxn Writing about being writer and publishing her new book "Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children." Learn more about Trina's writing experience and a prompt for you to reflect in writing. http://www.fiercewomxnwriting.com/podcast/trina-greene-brown-author-of-parenting-for-lib…
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Welcome to the second mini episode with tools from my upcoming book, Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children. This liberated parenting strategy is informed by Episode 7: Alternative Educational Environments: The Life School with Mikala Streeter.
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Welcome to the fifth mini episode with tools from my upcoming book, Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children. This liberated parenting strategy is informed byEpisode 14: Colonialism And Other -Isms With Prof Tiffany Lanoix.
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Welcome to the fourth mini episode with tools from my upcoming book, Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children. This liberated parenting strategy is informed by Episode 19: Let's Talk About Sex! Interview with Ignacio & Amanda Rivera The HEAL Project.
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Welcome to the third mini episode with tools from my upcoming book, Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children. The practice is the Triple As of accountability. The liberated parenting strategy is informed by Episode 1: What is Parenting for Liberation?
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Welcome to the second mini episode with tools from my upcoming book, Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children. The liberated parenting strategy of “Family Agreements” is informed by Episode 1: What is Parenting for Liberation?
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For the next episodes I will be sharing liberated parenting strategies from my upcoming book, Parenting for Liberation: A Guide for Raising Black Children. For today’s episode, I’m sharing a strategy that came from my interview with Maia Williams. If you aren’t familiar check out Episode 2: Revolutionary Mothering: Interview with Mai'a Williams.…
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Episode 40: Grief Circle Practices of Breath & Brush
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Parenting for Liberation co-hosted a Grief Circle led by ML Daniel of Spiritual Alchemy and Farah Tanis of Black Women's Blueprint. This episode features practices of Breath & Brushing shared at the open and close the Grief Circle--in an effort to honor the sacred space held with Black parents. “As Black parents in the Americas, we are no stranger …
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Episode 39: Parenting in Community During COVID-19: Trina Greene Brown & Dani McClain
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Feminist Press hosted a conversation with authors, Trina Greene Brown and Dani McClain, to talk about Black parenting in community during COVID-19! Trina Greene Brown is the author of the upcoming book, 𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗘𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗟𝗜𝗕𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡: 𝗔 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗥𝗮𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗖𝗵𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗿𝗲𝗻 which drops June 19th! Pre-order your copy via Feminist Press and use promo code: 𝗧𝗥𝗜𝗡…
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Episode 38: Holding Our Children Through Collective Crisis and Grief with Mariah Rankine-Landers
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Check out this episode with Mariah Rankine-Landers as we discusses ways to hold our children through the collective crisis and grief. Mariah shares more about her article which highlights strategies to talk to our children about COVID and grief. https://medium.com/@Mariah510/ways-to-hold-our-children-through-collective-crisis-and-grief-bb2c712930f3…
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