In this episode, Hollie and I discuss everything from doing anti-racism work as a white women, to using an anti-racism lens in yoga, and work in a non-profit space.  

Hollie Swire is a social worker in the state of Massachusetts.  She received a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology at Simmons College. She acquired a Masters in Social Work from Boston College Graduate School of Social Work. She has advanced training in Yoga for Trauma & Emotional Health, Motivational Interviewing, and recently completed an Embodied Social Justice Certificate program, and the Changemakers program!

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Instagram: @embodiedhealingbyhollie

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In this episode, Nina and I discuss what DEI looks like in online learning spaces, Nina's journey into anti-racism work, and what you can do to be part of creating change.  

Nina Everflow's bio: Nina Everflow plays in the space between how adults learn online and how happily we can connect authentically across difference. As a learning designer, facilitator, and published author, Nina has spent the last few years curating the best from learning specialists around the globe, examining the platforms, processes and practices that create valuable, behavior-change focused, learning experiences. A plant lover, musical theater enthusiast and seeker of the softest vegan cookie, Nina lives on the stolen land of the Powhatan, now known as Richmond, Virginia with her multi-racial family.

https://www.instagram.com/nina.everflow/

In this episode we break down what a racial affinity group is, why it's both a powerful and under utilized tool in anti-racism work, and reasons you may find it helpful in your anti-racism work .  Plus, we also talk about the importance of recognizing Juneteenth and PRIDE month.  

Additional resource links 

Juneteenth: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RM9MTpA8MnvjViP8ZJMDKCh2sJODoq56-5ErOe2bk0s/edit?usp=sharing

In this episode, SharRon and I talk about what it looks like to speak out against racism and what sometimes can get in the way.  SharRon shares her personal experiences and how it's influenced her anti-racism work.

SharRon Jamison's Bio:

SharRon Jamison is a life strategist, author, minister, entrepreneur, and corporate leader who is committed to helping you BE who you were born to be, and not settle for what society has taught and told you to be. Through her coaching programs, innovative workshops, wisdom-filled books, sister circles, and speaking events, she passionately challenges people to shed societal “shoulds” and outdated beliefs so they can live  purpose-centered lives.  SharRon earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from Hampton University, Hampton, Virginia. She earned a Masters of Business Administration from Nova Southeastern University, Fort Lauderdale, Florida.

Link: https://solo.to/sharronjamison

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In this episode I talk with Rev. Lane Cobb about her show Race Talk Revolution that she co-hosts with Eugene Holden.  We dig deep into what it's like facilitating these conversations and how she overcomes challenges that come up along the way.  

Rev. Lane Cobb's Bio:

Reverend Lane Cobb is an Interfaith Inter-spiritual Minister, Spiritual Life and Business Coach and Author. As a woman, Rev. Cobb is committed to helping women heal, grow, and thrive despite the limitations of patriarchal society. As a woman of color, she is committed to educating people about the nuances of systemic racism, and engaging them in conversations to elevate the social conscience and challenge the racist structures that block personal and societal progress. Her weekly broadcast – Race Talk Revolution w/ Lane & Eugene – provides a platform for constructive, inclusive, compassionate conversations about race.  

Race Talk Revolution w/ Lane & Eugene

Race Talk Revolution Recordings

Rev. Lane L Cobb, MS. CPC. Breakthrough Mindset Coach

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This is the first episode where we talk about anti-racism in an international context.  I invite you on this journey with me as I learn more about the history of Palestine and the liberation movement, the U.S. connection to all of this, and the Israeli government's role in oppression while at the same time acknowledging that there has been a rise in anti-semitism hate violence, anti-semitism needs to end, Jewish generational trauma exists, and that no group should be marginalized or oppressed.  

Omnia's bio:

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In this episode, we talk about doing DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) work in schools, how to overcome the challenges that come up, and advice that can help you when navigating anti-racism conversations and work in schools. 

Keasha Starks's Bio:

Website: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keasha-starks-84818037 

FB: @ksconsultancy78

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In this episode, I talk with Tracy Myers about how she got involved in anti-racism work, the role multiracial identity plays in navigating this work, and how she works with others to build their anti-racism leadership. 

Tracy Myers's Bio:

Tracy is a mother, sister, friend, and story seeker. She is a multi-racial woman of color that is Indigenous, Filipina, and White. She lives deeply from an emotional place and invites all to get comfy and join her there to explore their past, present, and future and how it all impacts our ability to be brave, transformative Anti-racist leaders. Tracy's purpose is to disrupt white supremacy through her offerings of coaching, consulting, and workshops through her company, Middle Waters. Her upcoming workshop, Humble and Brave is specifically for White Anti-racist leaders who need a breakthrough and level up how they're showing up.

Links to connect with Tracy:

Middle Waters

Humble and Brave workshop

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In this episode, I interview Stacey Gordon, who share her knowledge and wisdom about eliminating bias in the workplace. She shares her advice and strategies with us.   

Stacey is the creator of the number one resume course at LinkedIn learning and an unconscious bias course which has consistently been the second highest viewed course on the platform. It has also been translated into at least four languages and has been featured by LinkedIn, Microsoft, and Virgin America (now Alaska Airlines). Previously employed as an Adjunct Professor teaching Diversity in Organizations at Phillips Graduate University, she now teaches at Pepperdine University in the Business School where she earned her MBA. Stacey’s book, UNBIAS: Addressing Unconscious Bias at Work is currently available at Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, and wherever books are sold.

https://www.unbiasbook.com/

https://reworkwork.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/making-diversity-simple-stacey-a-gordon-mba/

In this episode we discuss:

Full Bios: Dr. Alana Tappin, PsyD and Robin Schlenger, LCSW

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