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Gray Matters

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Gray Matters episodes

  • Care Economy & Emotional Labor

    Sharmeen & Rikki explain the care economy and its connections to emotional labor. 


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    36 min
  • Police Reform: Revisiting Black Lives Matter

    Sharmeen & Rikki expand on their previous conversations about the Black Lives Matter movements and address police reform. 


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    46 min
  • Representation in the Art World

    Sharmeen & Rikki delve into the art world and discuss the need for representation. 


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    42 min
  • Hair Politics

    Sharmeen & Rikki discuss the depth and impact of hair politics. 


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    29 min
  • The Un-Book Club #3: Reimagining Perspectives

    In this special episode of the Un-Book Club series, Sharmeen & Rikki highlight the prize books from the Instagram giveaway: Your Illustrated Guide To Becoming One With The Universe and We Should All Be Feminists. 


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    23 min
  • The Academic Conference

    Sharmeen & Rikki share their experiences and advice for attending and presenting at academic conferences. 


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    34 min
  • Intersectionality

    Sharmeen & Rikki discuss the origins and evolution of the term intersectionality. 


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    32 min
  • Spiritual Activism: Healing & Identity with Intuitive Wellness Podcast

    In another installment of the Spiritual Activism series, Sharmeen & Rikki engage in dialogue about holistic healing & identity with Lali and Samara of the "Intuitive Wellness Podcast". 


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    🟢Spotify listeners: Check out our trailer and send it to anyone that would be interested in our content, and don't forget to turn on your notifications for new episode releases every Wednesday!
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    46 min
  • Delving into Veganism

    Sharmeen & Rikki explore topics surrounding veganism and discuss their experiences with vegan lifestyles.


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    38 min
  • Ecofeminism & Food Justice

    Sharmeen & Rikki discuss ecofeminism and ecowomanism and explore the complexities of food justice and environmental racism.


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    🎙️We record on Anchor-the easiest way to make and distribute podcasts. Check out our podcast or make your own!
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    🟢Spotify listeners: Check out our trailer and send it to anyone that would be interested in our content, and don't forget to turn on your notifications for new episode releases every Wednesday!
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    38 min

About Gray Matters

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Our goal is to make complex theory accessible, prompt conversations about uncomfortable topics, and provide tangible resources. Gray Matters is an inclusive space for all backgrounds and abilities. We…