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97. Tokenism 101: The Full Definition, How It's Often Misunderstood, & Why It's Controversial Jan 02, 2024

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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
Sources: White Rage by Carol Anderson; Oxford dictionaries online; ARD Glossary, Tokenism; Malcolm X criticizes early desegregation victories as "tokenism"; Why We Can't Wait by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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96. What People of Color Need From Their White Friends (PART 3) Get Good At Repair Dec 19, 2023

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I'll teach you a simple practice that will help you navigate conflict in cross-racial friendships. If you're wanting to build healthy, resilient relationships that can hold up to conflict, I've got you covered.
Your listen next list:
What People of Color Need From Their White Friends Apple & Spotify
What People of Color Need from Their White Friends (PART 2- Q&A) on Apple & Spotify
How to Check Assumptions, A Skill Necessary for Conflict Resolution Apple and Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

95. Intersectionality in 10 Min: How It Originated, Gained Popularity, and Rapidly Changed Dec 14, 2023

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A clear, concise lesson on what intersectionality actually is. Fast facts. What does it actually mean? How do so many people get it wrong? And why is it so controversial? I've got you covered.
Your listen next list:
Intersectionality in 30 Min: The Deep Dive on Apple & Spotify
The All-Important Debate: Individual Vs. Group Identity on Apple & Spotify
Source: Intersectionality, explained by Jane Coaston
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

94: How to Cure Racism's Psychological Effects: A 30-Min Deep-Dive Dec 12, 2023

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By now, you're familiar with racism's seemingly-inescapable psychological effects (hypervigilance, fear of being discriminated against, fear of being stereotyped), but I've been holding out on you. In this long-awaited deep-dive, I *finally* reveal the solution— and it's one you never could've guessed.
A Slew of Mentioned/ Related Episodes:
Intro to Stereotype Threat on Apple & Spotify
How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & Spotify
The People Who Need to "See Color" Less on Apple & Spotify
CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching on Apple & Spotify
My Thoughts on Affinity Groups, often called "Safe Spaces" on Apple & Spotify
Source: Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele
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The Changemaker is now Know Better Do Better Dec 07, 2023

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The Changemaker is now Know Better Do Better. (Don't worry, nothing's changed but the name!) With new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday, it'll leave you better informed, better inspired, and better equipped to make a difference.

93. Fast Facts: The Final Blow for the Racial Bias Test Dec 07, 2023

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There's one final crucial detail that you need to know about the Implicit Association Test.
And yes, you'll be getting two episodes each week now-- hooray!
Your listen next list:
91. A Thorough Debunking of the Racial Bias Test on Apple or Spotify
92. Everyone's Wrong About Racial Bias on Apple or Spotify
Source: The Quick Fix by Jesse Singal; Vox, "For years, this popular test measured anyone’s racial bias. But it might not work after all."
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

92. Everyone's Wrong About Racial Bias— A Thorough Debunking Part Two Dec 05, 2023

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The most popular understanding of racial bias is so backwards. We have been led to believe racial bias is lurking in the depths of our minds and somehow wholly absent from our lives. Yeah, that's not exactly how it works.
Your racial bias is subtle, but not invisible. It has real effects. That means it's findable, and it's even kind of treatable. Learn how to actually assess your own levels of racial bias. (No silly computer test necessary.)
Your listen next list:
A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test on Apple and Spotify
Systemic Racism 101 on Apple and Spotify
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

91. A Thorough Debunking of The Racial Bias Test... It's a Sham Nov 28, 2023

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The Implicit Association Test sold us all on a neat story that wasn't totally right. As it turns out, the test that introduced the concept of implicit bias to the world is kind of a sham.
The IAT doesn't actually measure prejudice; it's been debunked and rejected by experts; and the test's creators have even backtracked on all of their original claims... but for some reason, it seems like nobody knows that. We need to face the facts and correct course.
Your listen next list:
Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & Spotify
All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Intersectionality on Apple & Spotify
Sources: The Cut, Psychology's Racism-Measuring Tool Isn't Up to the Job; The Quick Fix by Jesse Singal; APA, Attributions of Implicit Prejudice/ "Would Jesse Jackson 'Fail' the Implicit Association Test?"
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90. Most White People Are Only Friends With White People Nov 21, 2023

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A concerning op-ed revealed that “three quarters of white people don’t have any non-white friends.” Why is this? What are the most shocking stats? And what should you do?
Your listen next list:
Why Aren't We Talking About White Flight? on Apple & Spotify
Diversifying Your Social Circle– the Dos and Don’ts on Apple & Spotify
Source: Washington Post, Three quarters of whites don't have any non-white friends
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

89. Why Aren't We Talking About White Flight? Nov 14, 2023

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White flight is as relevant now as it's ever been. We're living through its lasting effects. And on top of that, in current day we're seeing it take on new forms.
No one seems to know about it, but researchers have noted a recent reversal. White flight is changing direction.
Your listen next list:
All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Intersectionality on Apple & Spotify
Important Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & Spotify
Sources: White Rage by Carol Anderson; The Atlantic, White Flight Never Ended; Brookings, The end of suburban white flight; What is White Flight? by Jone Gorey
To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

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