Welcome to another episode of "Mind Your Mental," a podcast dedicated to exploring mental health from various angles while reminding you that this show is not a substitute for professional mental health care.  In this episode Dr. Martin is joined by Amanda Seales and Akoto Ofori-Atta.  We talk about the importance of accurate representation in media, particularly for marginalized communities. PLUS we address the challenges of navigating expectations and bias in public spaces, the importance of critical thinking and accountability, and the need for safe spaces that prioritize mental health and wellness.  Finally, we talked about the prevalence of clickbait in journalism, the threat of misinformation in the upcoming election, and the importance of media literacy and fact-checking in combating misinformation.

Guest Bios

Akoto Ofori-Atta is co-founder and chief audience officer of Capital B. She was previously managing editor at The Trace, where she was responsible for the award-winning newsroom’s partnerships, special projects, and editorial operations. She previously held positions as senior editor at Essence magazine and associate editor at The Root, and is a 2015 John S. Knight journalism fellow.

Amanda Seales is a comedian, multi-hyphenate, and social justice advocate, Amanda Seales has dedicated her life to creating safe spaces with her witty insightful content.  You can find her on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube and https://www.amandaseales.com/

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