Cultural Humility Podcast

21–Why is it so hard to have conversations about race, sexuality, gender, and ability?

20–How can we talk to kids about race and ethnicity…and should we?

19–A Latinx Adolescent’s Journey with Autism: A Look From the Inside Out

18–Surviving Clergy Sexual Abuse: A Survivor's Journey

17–Creating a More “Peaceful Society”: Reducing Ethnocentrism, Violence, and Hate Crimes

16–Implicit Biases and the Current Sociopolitical Climate

Listen as I discuss the work of Community Coalition, a community-based organization in South Central Los Angeles, with Paul Carter, Academic and Wellness Coordinator, and Makailah Jenkins and Ricardo Vargas, two high school students in South L.A. We discuss how Community Coalition is working to empower youth, increase advocacy, change neighborhoods, and change “the story of me to the story of us.”

Dr. Vivian Chavez discusses what cultural humility means in the context of today’s sociopolitical issues and the ramifications of not having the ability to “witness oneself from the inside out.” She discusses her own journey towards cultural humility and how she continues to help others do the same.

Listen as Ellen Ahn and I discuss Korea’s feminist movement, how it started, why it matters, and the implications for both Korean’s in South Korea and Korean Americans living in the United States.

Dr. Derald Wing Sue and I discuss racial microaggressions, why they matter today, and dispute the opinion that talking about micro and macro aggressions stifles our capacity to have courageous conversations on race and racism.

Dr. Yznaga discusses her work at the Texas-Mexico Border with immigrant communities, unaccompanied minors and families separated through the immigration process.  While the political narrative would have us believe that the lowest of low are attempting to enter the United States, and that we are only deported those who have committed heinous crimes, Dr. Yznaga tells a very different story about th...

Listen as Guillermo discusses CLUE’s social justice agenda, framed within religious and spiritual foundations.  We discuss the work of CLUE, how CLUE has framed its work within multiple religious communities to liberate and humanize immigrants through their various programs.  Guillermo also discusses the relationship between biblical teachings and acceptance of the “other” as fundamental to the wo...

Dr. Plante and I discuss the psychological impact the Church’s sexual abuse issues can have on survivors of clergy sexual abuse, how we can better understand and help clergy who have offended vulnerable members of the Church heal, and most importantly, what we can learn from survivors of sexual abuse in order to heal and move forward as communities.

Listen as Dr. Rosen and I discuss the increase in Anti-Semitism in the United States, the Tree of Life Synagogue shooting, where Jews fit in our discussions of diversity and multiculturalism, and what we need to know about being Jewish in the United States today.

Fr. O’Brien and I discuss the Catholic Church’s systemic structure and how the Church has unintentionally created a system that has oppressed vulnerable community members.  We also discuss what the Church can to do earn the trust of its members, heal as a system and help those who have survived sexual abuse heal in the wake of oppressive practices.

Drs. Cook, Parrott and I continue the dialogue that was elicited during our most recent Supreme Court Nominee’s Hearings. More specifically, we address the dangers in reinforcing men’s dominant positions in society, while further oppressing and silencing women.

Our most recent Supreme Court Nominee’s hearings elicited much debate about what are appropriate and inappropriate drinking behaviors, particularly as it related to drinking in excess, blacking out, etc.  Listen as Cynthia and I sort out the signs and symptoms of problem drinking behaviors, taking responsibility for one’s actions, and what people really need to know about substance use.

Mr. Munoz, one of the primary organizers of the Chicano Moratorium, and I discuss his views on the world today, the Chicano Movement, and how Latinx communities can use our presence in society to improve our quality of life and make an impact in our local social worlds.

Drs. Chavez-Duenas and Adames discuss what colorism is and how it impacts communities of color. They also discuss differences between colorism and racism to help listeners understand from their perspectives how these isms play a role in society at large. Finally, they provide recommendations on how we can move forward as a society.

Steve and I discuss what needs to happen for us to sustain conversations on racism.  Steve addresses his new book and talks with me about what role White communities and communities of color have in sustaining conversations on racism.

Paul and I discuss how we continue to perpetuate the same issues around racism today that have persisted for decades. Paul also talks about the role White communities have in addressing the injustices in our world, particularly around issues of racism. Most importantly, we talk about what needs to happen to begin to move forward and heal.

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