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Know Better Do Better

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  • 69. Hot Take: You *Should* Compare Racism To Other Hardships
    Comparing forms of oppression is generally seen as a no-no, but new research exposes that we may actually be wrong on this one. Contrary to popular belief, drawing comparisons can help you grow in awareness and empathy. Learn how to avoid the wrong way and adopt the right way of doing this.

    Source: HBR, Research: People Can Learn to Recognize Their Racial Privilege

    Your listen next list:
    White Privilege 101: How Even Well-Meaning People Get it Wrong on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    15 min
  • 68. CRT's Most Loved & Hated Teaching— What the Debate is All About
    If you want a quick, clear rundown the cultural currents surrounding CRT, this episode is for you. I teach you the most-widely supported teaching (that you probably didn't even know was CRT) and why it's so important. You'll also learn the potential issues with the tenet of CRT draws the most opposition.

    Further learning on critical race theory:
    Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & Spotify
    Critical Race Theory 101: The 5 Basic Ideas You Need to Know on Apple & Spotify
    Critical Race Theory 102: Three Important Criticisms You Need to Know on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    24 min
  • 67. The War Within Antiracism: Why the Movement Is Divided
    Two distinct groups have formed within the antiracism movement. Why are they so opposed to each other? What is each group about? And which one do you think you fall into?

    Your listen next list:
    Learn Critical Race Theory in 20 Minutes on Apple & Spotify
    What Is Virtue Signaling & How Do You Avoid It? on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    19 min
  • 66. Should We Celebrate America When So Much Needs to Change?
    Is it even right to celebrate America when there's so much messed up history? In this episode, I share clear guidance on how to make sense of patriotism, celebrating America, and the Fourth of July.

    Your listen next list:
    Juneteenth— All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You on Apple & Spotify
    All The Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Dr. King on Apple & Spotify

    If you haven't already, please leave a rating so that The Changemaker can reach and impact more people. Thank you!

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    13 min
  • 65. Prejudice in Policing— The Part No One Understands
    In this episode, you'll gain new insights into the pyschology of policing, and you'll learn how a super common antiracism effort actually backfires. Just completely and totally backfires.

    Your listen next list:
    Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & Spotify
    We Need to Talk About Racism in the Criminal Justice System on Apple & Spotify

    Mentioned: Biased by Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    26 min
  • 64. How Fear of Looking Racist Actually Makes You Look Racist
    Ironically, fear of looking racist actually makes you more likely to discriminate against people of color. When we feel that we may be seen as prejudiced, we make choices that are... ironic, to say the least. But hey, when you know better, you do better. Learn how this plays out and what you can do about it.

    Previous episodes in this series:
    Do You Know the Shocking Hidden Impact of Stereotypes? on Apple & Spotify
    How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & Spotify

    Mentioned:
    Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele
    Biased by Dr. Jennifer Eberhardt
    Failures of Integration by Sheryll Cashin

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    28 min
  • 63. The Surprising Reason We Discriminate So Easily: Self-Esteem
    Though you may not realize it, your prejudices actually serve to maintain your self-esteem. Learn the fascinating research and gain a better understanding of your mind, your prejudices, and what to do about them.

    Your listen next list:
    How to Become Less Prejudiced on Apple & Spotify
    We're Getting Privilege All Wrong on Apple & Spotify

    Earlier episodes in this series:
    All The Stuff No One Ever Taught You About Stereotypes on Apple & Spotify
    How Antiracists Unintentionally Amplify the Impacts of Racism on Apple & Spotify

    Mentioned:
    Whistling Vivaldi by Dr. Claude Steele; Jane Elliott Documentary, Eye of the Storm (1970)

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    20 min
  • 62. Juneteenth— All the Stuff No One Ever Taught You
    Learn the complicated origin of Juneteenth, get informed about the recent controversy surrounding the holiday, and gain clarity on what Juneteenth means for us today.

    Your listen next list:
    The Racial Wealth Gap Has Hardly Budged Since 1963 on Apple & Spotify
    Should White People Do Diversity Work? on Apple & Spotify

    Mentioned:
    We Need to Talk About Racism in the Criminal Justice System on Apple & Spotify
    What does Juneteenth Really Mean? by Sean Collins
    The New Jim Crow by Michelle Alexander; 13th

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    17 min
  • 61. Common Terms I Stopped Using (And What I Say Instead)
    In light of Juneteenth, you might want to rethink these common terms that are sure to come up. I'll help you understand the impact of your words by sharing a new perspective on old words that you probably don't think twice about.

    Mentioned:
    Important Terms You Should Know (That Are Often Misused) on Apple & Spotify
    “He’s Bl– um… African American” You Can Say Black on Apple & Spotify
    Don't Keep Us Confined to Victimhood: A New Way to See PoC on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    16 min
  • 60. What People of Color Need from Their White Friends (PART 2 - Q&A)
    In this episode, I share a couple simple practices that will help you navigate conflict in interracial friendships and prevent it before it starts. If you're wanting to avoid common mistakes and maintain healthy relationships, I've got you covered.

    Your listen next lisst:
    What People of Color Need From Their White Friends Apple & Spotify
    Diversity Is Something, But It's Not Everything on Apple & Spotify
    When & How To Talk With People of Color About Race on Apple & Spotify

    To support Marie and get exclusive resources, head to patreon.com/mariebeech. To learn more about Marie's DEI services, head to mariebeecham.com.
    23 min

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