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The CRT in schools debate is not going anywhere, so I think we need to talk about it. (You may have seen this episode last week, but the audio didn't properly upload. Thanks for your patience!) Your listen next list: Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & Spotify Critical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & Spotify Critical Race Theory 102: Three Imp...

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. Your listen next list: What Microaggressions Are & Why They’re Controversial on Apple & Spotify CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching (Normality of Racis...

If you have a hard time bringing yourself to speak up about racism, today's your lucky day. I'll teach you an alternative to fight (relying on a swell of anger) or flight (being driven by fear). No matter your natural disposition, you'll finally know how to approach those hard conversations about racism. Your listen next: How to Actually Get Through to People on Apple & Spotify Gaslighting: Un...

Pools and beaches have been the site of some of the worst racial violence in US history. The water has also been the locale of monumental racial progress— progress that desperately needs to be continued today. Learn 100 years of forgotten history in just 25 minutes, and you'll see why it's worth remembering. Your listen next list: Prejudice in Policing– the Part No One Understands on Apple & S...

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. Your listen next list: Part one (ep. 77) on Apple & Spotify Part two (ep. 78) on Apple & Spotify Mentioned: Crenshaw, Demarginalizing the Intersection of Race and Sex (1989) Vox, Intersectionality, explai...

How you view identity informs how you engage with antiracism. It undergirds everything, so if you don't understand this topic yet, you're probably missing a whole lot. We need to unpack individual identity, collective identity, and what to make of it all. Your listen next list: My Journey (Ep 1) on Apple & Spotify Don't Keep Us Confined to Victimhood: A New Way to See PoC on Apple & Spotif...

In this episode, we uncover a point of contention that's easy to miss, but it's the source of deep divides. Learn what it is, why it matters, and what the experts have to say about it. Your listen next list: Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & Spotify When & How To Talk With People of Color About Race on Apple & Spotify Source: Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele; re...

White allies, learn the psychology of in-group-out-group dynamics, why it's hard for you "see" whiteness, and what you can do about it. Mentioned: Making Sense of Racial Colorblindness on Apple & Spotify How to Become Less Prejudiced on Apple & Spotify Diversifying Your Social Circle– the Dos and Don’ts on Apple & Spotify To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.co...

Researchers recently found that minor changes in word choice majorly affect how people feel about antiracism efforts. A change in two words was the difference between racially progressive policies being embraced or rejected. What’s this small change? Is it worth making? And what can we learn from this? Your listen next list: Tone Policing: Problematic Prejudice or Reasonable Request for Respect? o...

A helpful introduction to environmental racism and environmental justice. Also, this is the final Thursday episode for the time being. You can still expect new episodes every Tuesday. Thanks for your understanding and support. Plus, if you're looking for more, you can always check out older episodes you might've missed! Mentioned: Dr. Robert Bullard Atlantic, Environmental Racism is the New Jim Cr...

This is the quintessential lesson for white allies: stop vetting people so much and start investing in them. Your listen next list. How to Change Someone’s Mind – The Proven, Best Method on Apple & Spotify Tone Policing: Problematic Prejudice or Reasonable Request for Respect? on Apple & Spotify How to Become Less Prejudiced on Apple & Spotify To support Marie and get exclusive resourc...

There's a dark side to trigger warnings. Though they are becoming more and more common, experts are urging us to do away with them. Trigger warnings, they say, hurt the people who they intend to help. That's a big problem. In less than 20 minutes, learn why trigger warnings actually do more harm than good. Listen next: Why Trigger Warnings Are Controversial on Apple & Spotify Trigger Warnings...

There's a cost to racism that many people don't consider. Let's talk about it. Your listen next list: Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & Spotify How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & Spotify To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech . To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to marieb...

There's probably a lot you don't know yet about the Affirmative Action ruling. Learn some good news, some bad news, the common misconceptions, and the hugely important role you play in all of this. Your listen next list: Why I Hate "Safe Spaces" (And Why I Love Them Too) on Apple & Spotify Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & Spotify Sources: AP, Divided Suprem...

Comparing forms of oppression is generally seen as a no-no, but new research exposes that we may actually be wrong on this one. Contrary to popular belief, drawing comparisons can help you grow in awareness and empathy. Learn how to avoid the wrong way and adopt the right way of doing this. Source: HBR, Research: People Can Learn to Recognize Their Racial Privilege Your listen next list: White Pri...

If you want a quick, clear rundown the cultural currents surrounding CRT, this episode is for you. I teach you the most-widely supported teaching (that you probably didn't even know was CRT) and why it's so important. You'll also learn the potential issues with the tenet of CRT draws the most opposition. Further learning on critical race theory: Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple &a...

Two distinct groups have formed within the antiracism movement. Why are they so opposed to each other? What is each group about? And which one do you think you fall into? Your listen next list: Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & Spotify What Is Virtue Signaling & How Do You Avoid It? on Apple & Spotify To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/m...

Is it even right to celebrate America when there's so much messed up history? In this episode, I share clear guidance on how to make sense of patriotism, celebrating America, and the Fourth of July. Your listen next list: Juneteenth— All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You on Apple & Spotify All The Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Dr. King on Apple & Spotify If you haven't already, please...

In this episode, you'll gain new insights into the pyschology of policing, and you'll learn how a super common antiracism effort actually backfires. Just completely and totally backfires. Your listen next list: Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & Spotify We Need to Talk About Racism in the Criminal Justice System on Apple & Spotify Mentioned: Biased by Dr. Jen...

Ironically, fear of looking racist actually makes you more likely to discriminate against people of color. When we feel that we may be seen as prejudiced, we make choices that are... ironic, to say the least. But hey, when you know better, you do better. Learn how this plays out and what you can do about it. Previous episodes in this series: Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? o...

Though you may not realize it, your prejudices actually serve to maintain your self-esteem. Learn the fascinating research and gain a better understanding of your mind, your prejudices, and what to do about them. Your listen next list: How to Become Less Prejudiced on Apple & Spotify We're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & Spotify Earlier episodes in this series: All The Stuff No One...

Learn the complicated origin of Juneteenth, get informed about the recent controversy surrounding the holiday, and gain clarity on what Juneteenth means for us today. Your listen next list: The Racial Wealth Gap Has Hardly Budged Since 1963 on Apple & Spotify Should White People Do Diversity Work? on Apple & Spotify Mentioned: We Need to Talk About Racism in the Criminal Justice System on...

In light of Juneteenth, you might want to rethink these common terms that are sure to come up. I'll help you understand the impact of your words by sharing a new perspective on old words that you probably don't think twice about. Mentioned: Important Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & Spotify “He’s Bl– um… African American” You Can Say Black on Apple & Spotify Don't...

In this episode, I share a couple simple practices that will help you navigate conflict in interracial friendships and prevent it before it starts. If you're wanting to avoid common mistakes and maintain healthy relationships, I've got you covered. Your listen next lisst: What People of Color Need From Their White Friends Apple & Spotify Diversity Is Something, But It's Not Everything on Apple...

There is a way that we are unintentionally amplifying the negative impacts of racism. Learn what the achilles heel in the antiracism movement is and how to treat it. Mentioned How You Should Respond to "I Don't See Color" on Apple & Spotify A Teachable Moment for White Allies on Apple & Spotify Your listen next list: Don't Keep Us Confined to Victimhood: A New Way to See PoC on Apple &...