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78. The All-Important Debate Beneath the Debate: Individual vs Group Identity Aug 22, 2023

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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 & Spotify
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77. How Do We Actually Close "Achievement Gaps"? Aug 15, 2023

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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; research conducted by Edward Jones and Richard Nisbett.
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76. White Allies, You Need to Notice Whiteness Aug 08, 2023

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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.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

75. The Small Change that Makes or Breaks Antiracist Goals Aug 01, 2023

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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? on Apple & Spotify
This Is Why You Don’t Speak Up (And How to Actually Start) on Apple & Spotify
Source: PLOS, How the term “white privilege” affects participation, polarization, and content in online communication
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74. Environmental Racism 101: Environmental Justice is Racial Justice Jul 27, 2023

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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 Crow
Greenpeace, New Study: Fossil Fuels Disproportionately Impact Black, Brown, Indigenous, and Poor Communities
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73. White Allies, Don't Leave the Antiracism Work to POC Jul 25, 2023

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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 resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.

72. Trigger Warnings Are Terrible for Mental Health Jul 20, 2023

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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 Pt 2: Responding to Criticism on Apple & Spotify
Exposing the Lies That Make Us Fragile on Apple & Spotify
Sources:
What if Trigger Warnings Don’t Work? by Jeannie Suk Gersen
The Coddling of the American Mind by Greg Lukianoff and Jonathan Haidt
Vox, Why Trigger Warnings are Really So Controversial, Explained by Libby Nelson
Remembering Trauma by Richard McNally
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71. The Very Serious Function of Racism is Distraction Jul 18, 2023

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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
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70. The Affirmative Action Ruling— What You Really Need to Know Jul 13, 2023

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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 Supreme Court outlaws affirmative action in college admissions; CNBC, What the Supreme Court’s decision on affirmative action could mean for legacy applicants; Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele
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69. Hot Take: You *Should* Compare Racism To Other Hardships Jul 11, 2023

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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 Privilege 101: How Even Well-Meaning People Get it Wrong on Apple & Spotify
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