Dive Right In

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that." -Martin Luther King Jr.

During this week's episode, we shed some light on some of the scariest and darkest political ideologies of our time: Extremist Groups. After referencing Fascism in E. 38 about the Capitol Insurrection, we wanted to take a step back and work on defining our terms. Through our icebreaker question and current events update, we discuss the mindset and thought process that many Extremists have and how scary the rash and unknown are. We also touch on Environmental Warfare in relation to Middle Eastern politics. Stay tuned for more to come on this topic! Following this interesting discussion, we transition into talking about Fascism and its history. Additionally, we touch on what Fascism advocates for and how their extreme actions lead to more conflict, especially by counter-protesters such as Antifa. Focusing on Antifa, we discuss the role it plays in furthering violence and how it correlates to Anarchism. We discuss the sad reality of doxxing which both ends of the political spectrum partake in, and we highlight the ways in which the media perpetuates violence. Moving into discussing the QAnon Conspiracy group, we talk about what QAnon is, its origins, and their methods for drawing in supporters. Through learning about the role idolizing Former President Trump plays in QAnon conspiracy theories, we move into highlighting other popularized political conspiracies that have swept the media. To wrap up the episode, we talk about the threat Extremism puts on democracy no matter which side of the political spectrum it comes from. We urge everyone to remain educated and alert and to work to combat these violent organizations. Throughout the episode we emphasize that violence does not put an end to violence, and it ends up creating more conflict than there was prior. Thank you all for tuning in and for sharing this episode with your friends and family!

Love,

Jackie and Hannah 

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“Our lives begin to end the day we become silent about the things that matter.” -Martin Luther King Jr. 

This week, we dedicate the entire episode to discussing Black History month and giving a platform to Black historical figures who have and have not been given the recognition they deserve. We want to emphasize that as two white females, we are not at all trying to take the spotlight away from people of color to share their stories, but rather to amplify their voices and the voices of those who are unable to speak out and raise awareness. Before jumping into Black History, we talk briefly about National Eating Disorders Awareness Week which spans from February 22nd to February 28th, 2021. Additionally, we discuss celebrating Purim during this time and how important it is to seek out joy in our everyday lives. Transitioning into the (beyond) meat of the episode, we touch on historical figures such as Audre Lorde, Amelia Boynton Robinson, Fritz Pollard, Jesse Owens, Alice Coachman, Garrett Morgan, Claudette Colvin, and Ruby Bridges who have all made such a positive impact on the world we live in today. While these are some of the Black historical figures who have had a big impact on today's society, these are not nearly all of the people who deserve recognition for the brave work they did and continue to do. Please make sure to continue your own research and learn about people you have never heard of before. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode, stay safe and wear a mask!

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"The idea of representation stems from allyship, but more importantly, giving Black people the space they need to fulfill their potential." -Traci 

Welcome back to Dive Right In with Jackie and Hannah! This week, we start off the episode by discussing Black History Month and how important it is to have minority representation in all walks of life. We then welcome Traci back for a third time on to the podcast to discuss how her experiences as a Black person have affected her outlook and her activism. One of the main points of our interview with Traci is discussing the differences between Tolerance and Acceptance. We discuss why being able to see people without bias is important and ways we can combat internalized biases. Furthering this, Traci brings up how BIPOC portrayal in children's books is lacking and highlights Little E: the Big Misunderstanding by Dr. Eddie Moore. This book speaks about diversity and acceptance in a way that is comfortable for young people. Furthering this discussion, we talk about racial inequality as a whole and how the Black and BIPOC communities are disproportionately affected by police brutality. Wrapping up, we touch on the role that social media has in suppressing diverse voices and the importance of combatting that. We are so appreciative of the time that Traci spent speaking with us; make sure to tune in next week as we will be dedicating the entire episode to discussing Black History month, why it is important, and historical Black figures who have and have not been given the recognition they deserve. As always, we hope you enjoy the episode, stay safe and wear a mask!

Love,

Jackie and Hannah

Links:

Ways to help BLM: https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/

BLM National Resource List: https://cutt.ly/0lrf40V

What White People Can Do: https://medium.com/equality-includes-you/what-white-people-can-do-for-racial-justice-f2d18b0e0234

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"As opposed to tearing each other down, we need to be surrounding ourselves with kind and diverse friends to help build each other up!" -Jackie and Hannah

Welcome back to Dive Right In with Jackie and Hannah! This week, we start off the episode by discussing what we look for in a friend and how to best look out for each other in these trying times. We also define our terms by elaborating on what toxicity means. Despite the importance of fluidity in definitions, we believe that education is the key to informed activism! We then dive into the bulk of the episode by discussing what toxic masculinity is. It's important to be able to both identify toxic masculinity, and be armed to address it in a safe and effective manner. We further this discussion by touching on "mansplaining" and discuss how prevalent it is in today's society. Moving onto how friendships can become toxic, we encourage everyone to find ways to spread positivity, yet be able to recognize the harmfulness of toxicity in others. Mindsets can also become toxic, so it's important to reach out in times of need and locate mental health resources. We conclude the episode by talking about positive goal setting and reminding ourselves that healing doesn't come overnight; it is a journey that takes time. Stay safe and wear a mask!

Love,

Jackie and Hannah

Links:

24/7 Mental Health Call Line: https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline

Mansplaining Chart: https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20180727-mansplaining-explained-in-one-chart

Personality Quiz: https://www.16personalities.com/free-personality-test

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"The world around us just needs to realize the power that we hold to create inclusive environments for everyone." -Loralei Cook

Welcome back to Dive Right In with Jackie and Hannah! This week, we start off the episode by defining our terms and explaining some of the common definitions associated with the LGBTQ+ community. We believe that education is the key to informed activism, so by providing definitions, we hope to spread more awareness and inclusivity for the often marginalized Queer community. We also touch on the origins of the word "Queer" and how it has been reclaimed as a force for good. Jumping into our interview with Loralei Cook, an LGBTQ+ activist and one of the founders of the Queer on Campus organization, we discuss how being a Queer woman has impacted her. We then dive into discussing her organization, Queer on Campus, and the positive change it has had on people around her. It is amazing to see how young people are changing the world and we further this by discussing how to become a better ally and the importance of promoting equality for all. We also focus on representation and how the LGBTQ+ community is affected by the U.S. Healthcare system. We conclude the interview by discussing the hope and improvement the Biden-Harris Administration will bring in the upcoming months and years. Following our interview with Loralei, we wrap up by discussing the ideas of appropriation versus appreciation and the steps we plan on taking to address internalized homophobia. Thank you all for tuning in, and we we will see you all next week!

Love,

Jackie and Hannah

Loralei Cook's Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/loraleicook/

Terms: 

https://www.hrc.org/resources/glossary-of-terms

https://bloomingtonpride.org/glossary

Gender Pronouns:

https://uwm.edu/lgbtrc/support/gender-pronouns/

To be a Good Ally:

https://www.glaad.org/resources/ally/2

https://engage.youth.gov/resources/being-ally-lgbt-people

History of "Queer":

https://www.cjr.org/language_corner/queer.php

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"The work ahead of us will be hard, but I promise you this: I will be a President for all Americans — whether you voted for me or not. I will keep the faith that you have placed in me." President Joe Biden

This week, we take the time to reflect on our personal heritages as we commemorate the Holocaust during International Holocaust Remembrance Day. We discuss the importance of advocacy and hope as they tie into the themes of Tu B'shvat, Jewish New Year of the Trees, as well. Tu B'shvat not only acts as a religious marker but a reminder to all of us to be caring for our Earth and promote Ecological Awareness. Reflecting back on Biden's Inauguration, we discuss the impact that Amanda Gorman, U.S. Poet Laureate, has had on us and many other Americans. We discuss her poem, The Hill We Climb, and how important it is to seek the light in times of darkness. Following this conversation, we highlight many of the acts and initiatives the Biden-Harris administration has been implementing. Focusing specifically on the recent rejoining of the Paris Climate Agreement, the federal mask mandate, and the repeal of the transgender military ban, we discuss how inspiring it is to have progressive leadership in the White House. We hope you enjoy this week's episode, and we will see you all next week!

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"It's just about knowing that you have value as a person regardless of how you look and how other people see you." -Fern Cooke

This week, we take the time to discuss a common struggle amongst many teenagers and young adults, body image and learning to love yourself. After defining our terms and discussing what body positivity is, we invite Fern Cooke to come and share her story of activism, pride, and love. Fern Cooke is based in Manchester, U.K., and she spends her time creating artwork on her body that spreads messages promoting body positivity, environmentalism, LGBTQ+ rights and equality for all. We discuss injustices that many young women face, in addition to her own personal story. We are honored that Fern took the time to speak with us, and we are incredibly thankful for the messages she spreads. You can find her website, which includes her virtual portfolio and Instagram handle linked below. After our interview with Fern, we reflect on her words by sharing our personal struggles with body image, in addition to discussing media portrayal of bodies online. Throughout the episode we emphasize that there is no "perfect" body type, and the first step in being able to help others is to conquer your struggles and learn to love yourself first. 

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Jackie and Hannah

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"Stop fighting yourself and start fighting for yourself."

Amidst all of the chaos of the political and social scene that our country is currently experiencing, we wanted to take a break to discuss mental health. Although seemingly taboo, we want to break down this stigma and ensure that everyone is able to have equal opportunities to be the best versions of themselves possible. This includes balancing your social, emotional, and physical health. We discuss this notion in addition to diving into our own personal experiences. We give an overview as to the definitions of many commonly used phrases referring to mental health to get everyone on the same page. In addition, we issued a trigger warning to ensure that everyone feels safe and comfortable. We talk about ways in which we can uplift each other during the pandemic, as well as coping tips when it comes to mental health. We have all been experiencing new and scary things this past year, so it's important to prioritize yourself and check-in with how you've been doing!

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"No matter your political persuasion, it's so important to recognize the ignorance and hatred all across the spectrum." -Jackie and Hannah

This week we take a good portion of the episode to touch on the positive and negative current events that have happened this past week. Before we start out with the (beyond) meat of our episode, we make sure to share our hopes for the future and specifically for the Biden Administration to keep a somewhat positive mindset. We give an overview of the Georgia senate runoff races along with the very scary and devastating terrorists at the Capitol Building. Please keep in mind that while we do share our personal opinions, we take a fairly one sided approach at these topics because we fall very closely on the political spectrum. We take the rest of the episode to explain and share our opinions on Performative Activism which is a very frustrating and common type of activism we see throughout social media. While on the subject of Performative Activism, we drift into talking about Gatekeeping and Tone tags which are also seen throughout social media. As always, we encourage you to educate yourself, educate those around you, and we hope to see you next week!

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"No matter what pushback you get along your journey of fighting for what you believe in, the most important thing you can do is to persist and stand up for what you believe is right." -Jackie and Hannah

This week we address systemic racism, Antisemitism, and other hateful attacks we see throughout our society. Having spent some time learning about #beautifullyjewish, we find it incredibly important to mobilize everyone to be proud of who you are. We specifically dive into Antisemitism which is such a relevant topic to us as young Jewish girls. We take some time to discuss Holocaust analogies which are truly hurtful yet so apparent in our day to day lives. We want to remind you all to continue fighting for what you believe in and continue to educate yourselves, educate others, and do your part in ensuring everyone is able to live the equal life they deserve to live. Please remember to wear a mask and social distance. Happy Holidays!

Love, 

Jackie and Hannah

Instagram Accounts We Referenced: 

@soyouwanttotalkabout

@jewishpridealways

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