Breaking Bias

Breaking Bias

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Breaking Bias episodes

  • 9: It's the little things - Ninah Fominyen

    About this Episode

    In this episode we talked to Ninah about what it was like growing up in a small town as the only family of color, how it felt to be the first born American in her family and the things others did for her to help pull her through when racism and bullying became too much.


    Featured Guest:

    Ninah Fominyen

    https://www.facebook.com/fominyen

    https://www.instagram.com/hollywoodhobo/


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    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    57 min
  • 8: Political Mush Nuggets

    About this Episode

    Political Mush Nuggets…. This episode is in response to some political feedback we got about our non-political podcast. So here it is, our thoughts on politics and why diversity should not be ‘labeled’ red or blue. It’s all for you because we aim to please and/or tell you how fundamentally wrong you are…haven’t decided yet, we’ll get back to you on that.


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    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    52 min
  • 7: Black and Beautiful - Gabrielle Mgeni

    About this Episode

    She is Black and Beautiful…..In today’s episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Ms Gabrielle Mgeni. We got her take on cultural appropriation, what it feels like to be beautiful and having to defend/qualify that since historically black woman are not seen as such and she shared her experience as a young woman in business.

    Featured Guest:

    Gabrielle Mgeni

    https://www.facebook.com/gabrielle.mgeni

    https://www.instagram.com/msgabrielleann/

    https://www.linkedin.com/in/msgabrielleann/

    https://webuyblack.com/


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    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981


    51 min
  • 6: Firestarter - Cultural Appropriation

    About this Episode

    On this episode we discuss Cultural Appropriation in our own terms. How and why we think it can be such a big deal and also ideas on how we can move the needle towards better understanding and from appropriation TO appreciation. 


    Discussion links:

    · https://www.theatlantic.com/entertainment/archive/2015/10/the-dos-and-donts-of-cultural-appropriation/411292/

    · https://aorta.coop/portfolio_page/cultural-appropriation/

    · https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/article/the-trouble-with-cultural-appropriation

    · https://www.history.com/news/blackface-history-racism-origins


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    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981


    45 min
  • 5: Looks can be deceiving - Montrell Corbin

    About this Episode

    Looks can be deceiving…..In today’s episode we spoke with Montrell Corbin about his experiences growing up in small town VA, his 17 year military career and his struggles with PTSD, depression and discrimination. Montrell openly shares his story and talks about how he was able to overcome adversity. Check out the links below and make sure to follow @diversityonfire and Montrell for more inspiration.


    Featured Guest:

    Montrell Corbin

    https://www.facebook.com/montrell.corbin

    https://www.instagram.com/iron37sharpensiron37/


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    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981


    1 hr 5 min
  • 4: Firestarter - Flags, Names & Monuments

    Here are a few links for information on the confederacy including the documents of sucession. Please take a look and connect with us on social media to share with us what you learned!

    https://avalon.law.yale.edu/subject_menus/csapage.asp

    https://www.history.com/topics/american-civil-war/confederate-states-of-america#:~:text=The%20Confederate%20States%20of%20America,election%20of%20President%20Abraham%20Lincoln.

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcy7qV-BGF4

    https://www.historians.org/publications-and-directories/perspectives-on-history/february-2016/whose-memory-whose-monuments-history-commemoration-and-the-struggle-for-an-ethical-past

    https://www.historynet.com/embattled-banner-the-true-history-of-the-confederate-flag.htm


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    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981


    42 min
  • 3: Policing with Claude Howard Part 2

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    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981


    46 min
  • 2: Policing with Claude Howard Part 1

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    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast

    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

    43 min
  • 1: Firestarter - Implicit Bias/Stereotyping/Policing

    Weekly call to action: 

    Check out the links below and open a conversation with your friends and family. Remember to keep an open mind and question everything.

    Leave us a voice note @ https://anchor.fm/diversityonfire


    https://www.thoughtco.com/understanding-implicit-bias-4165634


    https://www.vox.com/2020/6/5/21280402/8-cant-wait-explained-policing-reforms


    https://mappingpoliceviolence.org/


    https://www.msn.com/en-us/lifestyle/smart-living/13-microaggressions-black-people-deal-with-all-the-time/ar-BB15Gq7G?ocid=wispr


    https://www.cnn.com/2020/06/07/health/white-fragility-robin-diangelo-wellness/index.html

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    Breaking Bias Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/breakingbias/

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    Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast

    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

    Podcast:

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981


    58 min
  • Teaser Episode

    Take a listen to some of the sound bites from our first episode which drops June 23rd! Hit subscribe to join us in the conversation and remember, question EVERYTHING!


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    Twitter: https://twitter.com/breakingbiaspod

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Breakingbiaspodcast

    Show Host, Heather: https://www.instagram.com/hponfire/

     

    Podcast:

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    Voicemail: ‪(617) 468-8981

    3 min

About Breaking Bias

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The mission of Breaking Bias podcast is to ignite conversations that fuel change, understanding, and inclusivity. We are committed to providing a platform where diverse voices can share their stories, experiences, and perspectives, creating a powerful tapestry of knowledge, empathy, and growth. Through thoughtful discussions, we aim to challenge biases, break down barriers, and foster a community that celebrates the richness of diversity in all its forms.