“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!

Love,

Jackie and Hannah

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