Biracial Unicorns

In this episode we take a look at how to not apologize (there's so many great examples out there).

Inspired by the lengthy list of public apologies given lately, this week we discuss how NOT to apologize. We began by sharing our reactions to a recent public apology given by a local news anchor (a white female) towards her follow co-host (a black male) to whom she compared to an ape during the filming of the show.

After sharing our thoughts on public apologies, we get down to the root of why we as people are so BAD at apologizing. We take this topic all the way back to childhood (aren’t all problems) where we learn that saying “sorry” is simply a means to an end. As a child we aren’t taught the impact of our negative actions or how to right the situation. So what is the answer? We the Biracial Unicorns might not have the answers but we do have some suggestions. Over the remaining time of our discussion we go over some points/ tips that you might find helpful (next time you have to apologize). Make sure to listen to this episode to find out.

Once we reviewed our “Don’t List”, we get Get Mad At The Internet! This week involves Alaska, a swim meet, and swim wedgie?? Oh don’t worry, there’s plenty to be mad about indeed.

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (505) 585-1808.

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Minisode time! This week we are talking about ghosts...specifically talking about talking to ghosts. Send us your ghost stories!

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (505) 585-1808.

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

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In this episode we talk about why Columbus Day makes us feel icky and why we should all celebrate Indigenous Peoples' Day instead.

Today on the show we give a shout out to a famous colonizer, liar, thief, terrible geographer and genocider, who is so famous that he has his own b-list holiday…Christopher Columbus.

As we dive into the shady history of Columbus Day, we start with some background history,spoiler New Mexico has a special connection to this.

We start by briefly sharing our concerns with how schools approach teaching history, especially on this topic of Columbus. These concerns lead us into a short game of “Fact or Fiction”, where we question some of the historical “facts” about Christopher Columbus. If that wasn’t enough reason to object to Columbus wait until we read a section of his own diary!

We then discuss issues of racial trauma and the negative impact this has had on Indigenous people, which leads into the topic on how we can start to “De-Columbus” our Columbus Day. In this section we urge people to not only learn, but to acknowledge the not-so-pretty history of this country. We then highlight what some states in the U.S. are doing to decolonize this holiday. Some states are choosing to recognize it as a day of mourning, while some are reclaiming it as a time to pay tribute to Indigenous people; our vote is for Indigenous People Day!

We can’t forget to get mad at the internet today…we’re “playing” with dolls.

Since we’ve been sort of mad most of the episode we need our HAPPY PLACE more than ever. This one is fun and fashionable!!----

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected] or leave us a voicemail at (505) 585-1808.

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

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This week we discuss the Halloween/Christmas classic, The Nightmare Before Christmas (and our love for Tim Burton and Danny Elfman).

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected].

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

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This week we chat with artist, arts organizer, and lovely biracial unicorn Helen Atkins. You can find more information about her on her website or on instagram @helenjuliet_art and @platesagainstpatriarchy.

In this episode we discuss matters of art and race. Our talented guest Helen Atkins opens up about how her mixed heritage impacts her artwork.

We asked questions ranging from, _what are you?, is art on the “white list”?, to what artists of color should we be looking out for? _

We also spend sometime hearing about the collaborative art project of Plates Against Patriarchy, an artistic and visual response to the 2016 election. Here Atkins shares her feelings of being a women of mixed race (and daughter to an immigrant) and how those feelings manifested into this unique project. We here at Biracial Unicorns encourage (those who are able) to check out their exhibit (see above for details). Thank you so much to Helen Atkins for her time and sharing her experiences with us, we had a blast!

We end with sharing our Happy Place(s) with Helen!

More information about Helen's artistic influences: Genevieve Gaignard and Andres Serrano can be found at their respective websites.

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected].

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

Please review us wherever you get your podcasts or even better - steal your friend's phone and subscribe so they have to listen. :D

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This week we keep the nostalgia train rolling with a look at the classic R.L. Stine book series, Goosebumps.

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected].

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

Please review us wherever you get your podcasts or even better - steal your friend's phone and subscribe so they have to listen. :D

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In this episode we look at the connections between race/culture and religion/faith.

We are back again with a full episode! This episode is dedicated to sharing our experience and view on religion and how it correlates with race.

After our check- in (what are we binge watching??), we dive right in and explore Dani’s background with Catholicism. Dani, who rides the line of Atheism and Agnostic, grew up with a very strong Catholic background. Dani also shares that she would not call herself spiritual but has a fervent cultural connection to Catholicism. We then expand of the idea of being culturally Catholic and the ties to tradition and family for the Mexican and Latinx community (and why so many are leaving the faith).

In 2019 it is still said that America is a “ Christian nation” though we are finding more often that people are creating there own religion and spiritual experience.

We then move on to Dameca as she shares a bit about her religious background and her coming into her own faith as a Christian. Dameca expresses her own struggles with being a WOC accused of taking part in a “white mans religion”. This leads us into talking about the increase of African-Americans leaving Christianity and turning to African based religions. Perhaps this has something to do with “white Jesus”.

We wrap up this talk with suggestions on how and how not to address the topic of religion when discussing it with others…we hope the take away is helpful.

D&D Get Mad At The Internet:

Happy Place!!

Join us next Tuesday for our minisode where anything can happen as we have a conversational blind date. ---

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected].

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

Please review us wherever you get your podcasts or even better - steal your friend's phone and subscribe so they have to listen. :D

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In this week's minisode we reminisce about foods from our childhood.

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected].

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

Please review us wherever you get your podcasts or even better - steal your friend's phone and subscribe so they have to listen. :D

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In this episode we take a look at double standards and how they influence us as "overachievers."

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected].

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

Please review us wherever you get your podcasts or even better - steal your friend's phone and subscribe so they have to listen. :D

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In this episode we get real about Unsolved Mysteries and our feelings about storming Area 51. LET'S SEE THEM ALIENS! T-minus 1 month...

Thanks to Josef Scott of Citizens of Tape City for our theme music and Dollipop Art for our podcast artwork - you can find her on instagram @dollipop.art.

We want to hear from you! If you have a question you'd like us to answer or a topic you'd like us to cover on the show, drop us a line at [email protected].

Like us on facebook or follow us on instagram to join in on the discussion - we're @biracialunicorns. We're now on twitter as @biracialmagic so catch us there too.

Please review us wherever you get your podcasts or even better - steal your friend's phone and subscribe so they have to listen. :D

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