What are collectivist cultures? How is childhood well-being impacted by the culture a person grow up in?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, allyship coach, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Agatha Peters, a Nigerian-American psychotherapist. They discuss the cycle of abuse with narcissistic parents, how that can show up in certain cultures, and how to interrupt that cycle.

A Nigerian-American psychotherapist, Agatha Peters is the founder of Beautiful Sunshine Therapy and the author of Trapped in Their Script: Reclaim Your Life from Narcissistic Parents & Cultural Expectations. She is dedicated to helping adult children of narcissistic parents, especially those from collectivist cultures, where family loyalty often overshadows individual well-being. Having experienced the healing power of therapy herself, she is passionate about helping others discover the same transformation and offers guidance on embracing one’s identity while respecting cultural ties.

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How can today's leaders continue to do equity work despite our current political climate?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism.

In this episode, Jill interviews Gladys H. DeClouet, author of A Layered Life: Breaking Barriers as a Trailblazing Black Woman in Corporate America. Their discussion focused on the necessary steps for a Black woman to shatter the corporate glass ceiling and the fundamental business success implications of making every individual feel valued and appreciated in the workplace.

They explored strategies to counteract the current climate that weaponizes DEI, emphasizing how to continue crucial equity work and highlight the undeniable benefits of fostering genuinely diverse teams.

Gladys H. DeClouet is a former senior executive with an exceptional record of running multi-billion-dollar businesses. She forged a pioneer path through the oil and restaurant industries. She led divisions at major corporations, such as British Petroleum, Burger King, and Jack in the Box, to financial growth and strategic success. Gladys began her professional career with Conoco Oil as the first female engineer in offshore oil and gas exploration and production and continued to open doors as the first female or first Black female to achieve positions throughout her career. Gladys is a respected leader, recognized for her integrity and ability to attract and develop superior and diverse teams. She is passionate about mentoring and sharing her knowledge and experience with others.

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How do we hold a government accountable when we don't like the outcomes? As citizens, where do we have the greatest influence or impact on the government?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Lindsey Cormack, PhD, an associate professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology. 

Listen for Lindsey’s take on the topic of the importance of engaging in politics at a local and state level, not just the federal level. They also discussed the importance of teaching children the tools to engage in their government in an effective way.

Lindsey Cormack is an associate professor of Political Science and Director of the Diplomacy Lab at Stevens Institute of Technology. She has authored two books, How to Raise a Citizen (And Why it’s Up to You to Do It) and Congress and U.S. Veterans: From the GI Bill to the VA Crisis. She created and maintains the digital database of all official Congress-to-constituent e-newsletters at www.dcinbox.com. She earned her PhD in Government from New York University. She currently serves as the Secretary for Manhattan Community Board 8.

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www.howtoraiseacitizen.com

@howtoraiseacitizen - instagram

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How can we empower kids to speak up about abuse? How do you teach kids to communicate feelings about body sensations in their own language?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism.

In this episode, Jill interviews Joy Stephenson-Laws, author of Secrets That Sparkle (and Secrets That Sting). This book is a resource for parents, educators, and therapists to start early conversations about body autonomy, unsafe touch, and emotional trust, all in a way that’s age-appropriate and empowering. Dr. Jill and Joy talk about the importance of teaching kids to communicate when they're not feeling safe.

Joy Stephenson-Laws is a wellness visionary and founder of pH Labs, a national nonprofit delivering cutting-edge, science-based education and tools for optimal health and well-being. As a healthcare attorney, health advocate, and certified life coach, Joy focuses on the integration of mind, emotion, body, and spirit to help people flourish.

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secretsthatsparkle.com

Instagram: @secretsthatsparkle

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What is the National Council of Resistance of Iran (NCRI)? How can people in the West support the movement for a free and democratic Iran? How does the Iranian regime use chaos and violence to gain power?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism.

In this episode, Jill interviews Zahra Amanpour, a human rights advocate. They discussed the movement for freedom and equality and women's rights in Iran and ways to support the movement. They also looked at how the current Iranian regime uses chaos and violence to sow discord within Iran and also around the world.

Zahra Amanpour is a lifelong human rights advocate and a proud supporter of the Iranian Resistance movement. As a Board Member of the Women’s Freedom Forum, Zahra works to amplify the voices of women fighting for their rights under repressive regimes and to shine a global light on their stories of resistance.

Zahra continues to advocate for justice through every facet of her life. In the United States, she channels this commitment into economic empowerment, working to build a more equitable economy for underserved communities. Over the past two decades, she has helped thousands of individuals reclaim their economic agency and future. She currently resides in the New York area with her husband and two children and finds joy in music, nature, and discovering new corners of the world.

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How can we get ourselves out of the current political situation?

What is the political industrial complex?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Eva Posner, an award-winning political consultant. They elaborated on the importance of making politics people-driven rather than money-driven and resources to support local campaigns that make real change in our country. 

Eva opened Evinco Strategies in 2016 to focus on electing candidates who increase representation in government — specializing in first-time candidates from diverse backgrounds who face barriers in traditional campaigns, as well as issue campaigns that tackle systemic injustice.

Eva is passionate about social and criminal justice, local and state-level campaigns, diverse representation in politics, and training the next generation of political operatives. Prior to her work in politics, Eva worked as a journalist, with a focus on government and human trafficking. She earned her bachelor’s degree in journalism from the University of Tennessee.

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www.evincostrategies.com

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How can curiosity help us to come together across lines of difference?

How can we insist on finding commonality despite the current political environment?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill provides a platform for Amara Lynch to interview her colleagues from Listening 4 Justice. They talk about the implications of a news story about a teacher in Idaho who had a sign on in her classroom that said, “Everyone is Welcome Here”, which led to significant controversy and protests in that community.

Addie Lentzner is a youth activist, organizer, and student. Pat Prescott is a radio veteran who has hosted programs in New York and Los Angeles, America's top 2 radio markets. Folami Prescott-Adams, Ph.D. is the CEO of HTI Catalysts. Amara Lynch has degrees from Tufts and Bethel Universities and an ICF-accredited diversity coaching certification.

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https://hticatalysts.net/listening-4-justice/

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What is humanism? What role can the Black church play in improving the maternal health crisis in America?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism. In this episode, Jill interviews Dr. Wylin D. Wilson, author and Assistant Professor of Theological Ethics at Duke Divinity School. They explore the benefits of long-term engagement with Black communities for improving healthcare outcomes for all, emphasizing the importance of lifting up people both within and beyond your own community.

Wylin D. Wilson is Assistant Professor of Theological Ethics at Duke Divinity School where she teaches Womanist Bioethics within the Theology Medicine and Culture program. She is the author of Economic Ethics and the Black Church and Womanist Bioethics: Social Justice,

Spirituality, and Black Women's Health.

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https://wylindwilson.com

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If you're a healthcare worker looking for a CME-accredited course, check out Conscious Anti-Racism: Tools for Self-Discovery, Accountability, and Meaningful Change in Healthcare at www.theresttechnique.com/courses/conscious-anti-racism-healthcare

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How can hip-hop be used as a cultural lens to provide solutions to long-standing problems in our society?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism.

In this episode, Jill interviews Manny Faces, an award-winning journalist and author. They discussed his new book "Hip Hop Can Save America! Inspiration for the Nation from a Culture of Innovation”, which challenges mainstream media’s narrow portrayal of Hip Hop culture and argues that its methodologies and philosophies offer solutions to economic inequality, political dysfunction, and racial division.

Manny Faces is an award-winning journalist, founding director of The Hip Hop Institute for Social Innovation, creator and host of the acclaimed podcasts "News Beat" and "Hip Hop Can Save America!", and author.

He is a leading voice advocating for the unparalleled yet largely untapped ability of Hip Hop music and culture to help uplift humanity across the board, with a particular focus on improving the lives, livelihoods, and communities that birthed and have been nurturing Hip Hop from its inception.

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www.mannyfaces.com

IG/Threads: @mannyfacesofficial

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Tw/X: MannyFaces

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What is the sandwich generation? How does ageism play into sandwich generation dynamics?

In this series on healthcare and social disparities, Dr. Jill Wener, a board-certified Internal Medicine specialist, anti-racism educator, meditation expert, and tapping practitioner, interviews experts and gives her own insights into multiple fields relating to social justice and anti-racism.

In this episode, Jill interviews Dr. Shirley Davis about the dynamics of the sandwich generation. They discuss tips on how to not just survive, but thrive as a member of the sandwich generation, the importance of mindset shifts and open communication, and setting boundaries.

Dr. Shirley Davis is a sought-after global workforce expert, national board director for Make-A-Wish Foundation, and president and CEO of SDS Global Enterprises, a strategic development solutions firm that specializes in human resources strategy, talent management, leadership effectiveness, culture transformation, and diversity, equity and inclusion.

Dr. Davis has over 30 years of business experience in a variety of senior executive leadership roles in Fortune 100 & 50 corporations and in her last role, served as vice president of global diversity and inclusion and workforce strategies for the world’s largest human resources association, the Society for Human Resource Management.

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www.drshirleydavis.com

www.linkedin.com/in/drshirleydavis

www.drshirleydavisfoundation.org

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